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America's Ugliest City Is In Maryland, Magazine Reports: Patch PM

National parks free for weekend | TLC grants prom dreams | Women's clothier closing | Maryland loses outspoken lawmaker.

Here are some stories to share this evening from Patch sites across Maryland:

Baltimore Rated Ugliest City By Travel And Leisure Magazine
Travel and Leisure magazine readers have concluded that Baltimore is not easy on the eyes, based on a recent survey. Baltimore's spot at the top of the "least attractive cities" list was consistent, according to Travel and Leisure, with the "tendency for cities with ultra-dedicated sports fans to rank poorly in the looks department."

TLC Helps Prom Dreams Come True For 200 Students
TLC's "Say Yes To The Prom" arranged for underprivileged students from Baltimore, D.C. and Montgomery County to get outfitted for their prom. Girls selected dresses from Macy's and boys picked tuxedos from Men's Wearhouse. Paul Mitchell students gave complimentary hair and makeup styling, and looks were completed with shoes, bags and accessories courtesy of Betsey Johnson.

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Free Admission At Maryland's National Parks This Weekend
Every national park across the country will offer free admission this weekend to celebrate National Park Week. Admission will be free on Saturday, April 22, and Sunday, April 23. Check out our list of 15 sites in Maryland to check out from the National Park Service, from Civil War battlefields to wildlife refuges.

Bebe To Close All Stores By End Of May
The chain of Bebe clothing stores for young women will close all its locations by May; the sole remaining Maryland store is in Bethesda. Based in Brisbane, California, Bebe has 180 locations in the United States and Canada.

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Father Of Maryland Governor Larry Hogan Dies

"...an American hero, and the man that I am most proud of, passed away," Gov. Larry Hogan said on the loss of his father, former Prince George’s County Executive and Congressman Lawrence J. Hogan. "He had an amazing life that spanned 88 years. He leaves behind a loving family, countless friends and admirers, and a lasting legacy that won't be forgotten."

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