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Alexis Goring, Neighbor
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Happy Saturday, people of Laurel! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and cold. High: 31 Low: 18.

Here are the top three stories today in Laurel:

  1. According to Patch reporter Kristin Danley-Greiner, a budget proposal from Prince George's County Public Schools CEO Monica Goldson appears to call for the consolidation of the county's alternative schools, dropping from five buildings down to three. The schools that would be consolidated under the plan are Tall Oaks Vocational High School in Bowie and Community Based Classroom in Lanham. When Jade Mason, who attends CBC, found out about the consolidation plan last week she was "shocked" completely. (Patch)
  2. Governor Larry Hogan recently highlighted encouraging trends among many key health metrics and announced additional COVID-19 actions to combat the surge of the COVID-19 Omicron variant. Gov. Hogan spoke about Maryland's efforts to procure additional rapid tests. He said that his administration is asking Marylanders to "remain vigilant" and continue staying safe by, "wearing a mask, avoiding crowds, watching your distance, staying home if you feel sick, and most importantly, getting tested, vaccinated, and boosted." (Maryland.gov)
  3. Acosta is seeking a reliable self motivated retail service merchandiser to join its team. It is hiring for a part time (average 12 hours/week) merchandiser in Laurel. Anyone over the age of 18 who has reliable transportation, a valid driver's license and preferably has experience working in retail, is welcome to apply! (Acosta Jobs)

Today in Laurel:

  • We Are Black History: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow (10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
  • Explore Animal Skulls with a Ranger — Bones have stories to tell, and none have more than the skulls of our local forest animals. With the help of rangers from Patuxent Research Refuge, learn to see the clues hidden in the anatomy of our local animal skulls. Interact with real and plastic skulls. This program is best for those over the age of seven. (10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.)
  • Wire Work with Melissa Neill — Bead Soup in Laurel will host this event. Kits will be purchased the day of the event from Melissa. You will have the option to purchase additional kits at the end of the class. There will be a limited number of sterling silver kits available but these cannot be used for class. Kits for class will be in copper. (11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
  • Girls Basketball v. Thomas Stone - CMIT Academy North - High Public Charter (1:00 p.m.)
  • Winter Bridal Expo & Fashion Show — Calling all engaged couples! Come to the 1840s Plaza for our Bridal Expo & Fashion Show to meet vendors and see the latest trends! For just $5 admission, you'll be able to meet with vendors, taste test food, tour the historic 1840s Plaza and win prizes! (4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
  • Monty Python's Spamalot at Toby's Dinner Theatre (6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.)
  • Lunar New Year Celebration: Shanghai Chinese Orchestra — Attend this event featuring the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, happening in Washington D.C., tonight. (8:00 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • City of Laurel - Government: The Winter Olympics are a few weeks away! Here's a local story to get you in the mood! Did you know The Gardens Ice House has a National Capitol Curling Center? It opened in 2002 and is separately operated by the Potomac Curling Club! (Facebook)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Montpelier: You can order free rapid COVID-19 test kits through the government at the following website www.covidtests.gov. A total of four test kits can be ordered per household. Feel free to share this information. (Nextdoor)
  • Public Information, Bowie Police Department: WANTED: Antorius Pitts, fleeing police/hit and run. The pictured suspect is wanted for fleeing police and a hit and run incident which took place on 01/04/2022, at 2:30 PM in the 3300 Block of Crain Highway of Bowie. (Nextdoor)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Russett: A Walmart package was delivered to our house today, with my correct address, but for a name I've never heard of. I have never ordered anything from Walmart. (Nextdoor)
  • Public Information, Bowie Police Department: Seeking to ID: Package theft suspect, Evans Mill Ct. on Jan. 5 at approximately 4:46 p.m. The pictured subject stole a package from a residence on the 3500 block of Evans Mill Ct. and then fled. (Nextdoor)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Montpelier: Are you missing a puppy? Brown with tiny white patch on his chest. Did not have time to get a picture. It was behind 12210 Shadetree. (Nextdoor)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, North Laurel Road: Is anyone selling a laptop for a student? I have a county test coming up and I need one ASAP running on Windows only, no Mac Books or Chrome Books. (Nextdoor)
  • Charlene J Baxter, Neighbor: Good afternoon Laurel. I don't know if my "Cry for Help" is the kind of story you want to read, but I don't know where else to turn. I was hoping that someone out there would read my story and tell me where to get help. I am homeless. (Patch)

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That's it for today! See you all tomorrow for another update.

— Alexis Goring

About me: My name is Alexis A. Goring. I'm a Bowie area resident with a pulse for people, news and feature stories! I've worked as a freelance writer/editor/proofreader in the media industry for 15 years. I'm also a published author, experienced blogger, and founder of Writer at Heart Editorial Services. Visit my website for more details about me and my work. Here's the link: https://alexisagoring.jimdofree.com.

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