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🌱 Patch AM: Which candidates are vying to represent Parkville in Maryland’s District 8?

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  • Which candidates are vying to represent Parkville in Maryland's District 8?

Also on today's calendar: Keep the Paycheck-Lose the Work and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and humid, with a high of 85 and low of 65 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Sunshine mixing with clouds, temps: high: 86, low: 69. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 83 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• A real swing district, an unconventional GOP challenger, and a Senate seat with no primary drama at all (mdbaynews.com) — Parkville voters are part of a closely watched swing district where Democrat Carl Jackson faces Republican challenger Yahu Blackwell for the state Senate in 2026. The article breaks down recent primary results for District 8's House seats, profiles key candidates, and explains why this suburban Baltimore County district could be unusually competitive. It's a useful primer on who may soon represent Parkville in Annapolis.
   

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    Tuesday August 18
  • Middle School Orientation
    City Neighbors Hamilton Baltimore, MD 21214
    6:00 pm
  • Thursday August 20
  • Kinder Orientation
    City Neighbors Hamilton Baltimore, MD 21214
    5:30 pm
  • New Families Orientation
    City Neighbors Hamilton Baltimore, MD 21214
    6:15 pm
  • Friday August 21
  • Administrative and Supervisory Personnel Meeting
    Lutherville Laboratory Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
  • Back to School BBQ + Meet the Teacher
    City Neighbors Hamilton Baltimore, MD 21214
    3:00 pm
  • Monday August 24
  • Teachers and School Based Staff on Duty
    Lutherville Laboratory Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
  • First Day of School!
    City Neighbors Hamilton Baltimore, MD 21214
  • Tuesday August 25
  • Systemwide Professional Development Activities
    Lutherville Laboratory Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
  • Wednesday August 26
  • Teacher Classroom Preparation Day
    Lutherville Laboratory Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
  • Thursday August 27
  • Orientation for Students Entering Grades 6 and 9
    Lutherville Laboratory Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093

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    I ran out in the yard to get some leaves for the caterpillars. I heard a crash and saw I had startled a doe. I felt bad I didn't know she was… (Nextdoor Parkville/Carney)
  • Chick-fil-A Joppa Road posted a job opening for Front of House Team Member in Parkville. Apply here.
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  • Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Announces Ira Kowler as New Director of Baltimore City Revitalization Programs (maryland.gov)
  • The Week in Winners: $1 million prizes bring big wins to Maryland Lottery players in Fallston, Manchester (nottinghammd.com)
  • Chris Brown and Usher's 'R&B Tour' now coming to M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore (wbal.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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