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Shots Fired Near University of MD + Woman Dead After Hit-And-Run

Your five-minute guide to all things going on today in Laurel.

Alexis Goring, Neighbor
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(Patch Media)

Hello, people of Laurel! Alexis Goring here with today's edition of the Laurel Daily.

First, today's weather: Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High: 89 Low: 70.

Here are the top three stories today in Laurel:

  1. In March 2019, a witness told the FBI that Patrick Nwaokwu of Laurel, Maryland, and Musa Bangura of Manassas, Virginia, were creating illegitimate transcripts and certificates through a nursing school in in Woodbridge, Virginia. According to the FBI, after the school was shut down for violating state regulations, Nwaokwu and Bangura continued selling bogus transcripts and certifications backdated to when it was open. (WFIR News Talk Radio)
  2. Police in Prince George's County, are investigating reports of shots fired near the University of Maryland campus early Saturday morning. The shooting took place on Baltimore Avenue near Melbourne Place. There are no reports of any victims at this time. UMD police said they are looking for two male suspects last seen fleeing the scene after the shooting. (WTOP)
  3. A woman is dead after a hit-and-run in Prince George's County. It happened just after 2:35 p.m. on Allentown Road near Joint Base Andrews. The woman died at the scene. (WTOP)

Today in Laurel

  • Read Aloud: Puppies - Laurel Branch Library (10:00 AM)
  • Kidz Pick — Come and experience a perfect mixture of excitement, creativity and fun-filled activities. Each day the schedule will include Krafty Kids; Amazing Artists; Spectacular Sports; Great Games; Science Superstarz; and Nifty Naturalist. Camp will follow HCRP Summer Camp COVID safety policies. Please visit howardcountymd/rap for details. Info: Ovan Shortt, 410-313-1693 or oshortt@howardcountymd.gov (7:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.)
  • Corrie Parks: Uncanny Bodies — Corrie Francis Parks searches for life among the inanimate, endowing tiny grains of sand with their own autonomy. (11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
  • Touch a Truck! — Attend the City of Laurel Parks & Recreation meeting and greeting different big trucks on 8th Street in Laurel. Face masks and physical distancing are required for all participants over the age of 2. Please register via the link on this page or by calling (240) 455-5451 to show interest and to receive event updates. Participation is permitted on a first-come, first-served basis. (6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
  • Auricular Acupuncture at MUIH Main Campus – Master's level acupuncture students, under supervision by licensed and experienced faculty, are providing safe and effective auricular treatments. Limit: Six participants per seating to ensure a safe, physically distanced, and peaceful experience. (12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.)
  • My First School Summertime Adventures — This field experience is only for teens participating as Junior Counselors (JRC) and have already enrolled in a JRC Training Camp. For more information, contact Melissa Byrne (mbyrne@howardcountymd.gov). To enroll online or by calling 410-313-7275. (9:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.)
  • HC Basketball Camp — This camp is designed for anyone who is trying to improve their individual skills, especially ball handling and shooting. HC camps are known for their exceptional instruction. A variety of offensive skills are explained and demonstrated. For more information, contact Patrick McGinnis by calling 410-313-4716 or sending an email message to pmcginnis@howardcountymd.gov. (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
  • Uhuru Quilters Guild Exhibit — Montpelier House Museum presents the latest creations of the Uhuru Quilters Guild. Come see these beautiful works, a mix of full size and challenge size quilts featuring traditional as well as original designs. The Uhuru Quilters Guild seeks to promote the work and accomplishments of African-American quilters and to preserve the tradition, culture and history of quilting. (10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)

Laurel Patch Notebook

  • Our Savior Lutheran Church invites children to Rocky Railway VBS: Jesus' power pulls us through. This event will be hosted at Our Savior Lutheran Church from July 26 to July 30. At Rocky Railway, kids discover through life's ups and downs that Jesus' power pulls us through. Kids participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, take part in one-of-a-kind Bible Adventures to remind them to trust Jesus. For more information, call (301) 776-7670.
  • Laurel Volunteer Fire Department (LVFD) Business Meeting (Details here)

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  • Summit's Unique Program - The Summit School (July 20)
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Gigs & services:

  • NERF battles for any event! (Details)

You're all caught up for today. I'll see you around! If you're liking these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— 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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