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Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Governor Moore Visits Sunflower Bakery as Rockville Nonprofit Receives $300K in State Support (mocoshow.com) — Sunflower Bakery on Halpine Road in Rockville just received $300,000 in state workforce funding, highlighted by a visit from Governor Wes Moore and Maryland's labor secretary. The Rockville nonprofit trains teens and young adults with learning differences for jobs in pastry, culinary, and hospitality fields, expanding opportunities with new state support during National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
2. Rockville Considering Lowering Voting Age to 16 for City Elections (mocoshow.com) — Rockville leaders are weighing major election changes, including letting 16- and 17-year-olds vote in city races and adding term limits for the Mayor and Council. Public hearings at Rockville City Hall on November 2 and 9 will let residents weigh in on charter and election code amendments that could reshape who votes, who serves, and for how long.
3. American Medical Association Recognizes Adventist HealthCare for Physician Well-Being (mocoshow.com) — Adventist HealthCare, which runs Shady Grove Medical Center in Rockville, has been nationally recognized by the American Medical Association for its work to support physician well-being and reduce burnout. The honor, valid for two years, highlights leadership, teamwork, and practice efficiency efforts that aim to keep local doctors healthier and more supported, which in turn can improve the care Rockville-area patients receive.
4. Maryland man faces charges in more than $100M COVID-19 healthcare scheme (wtop.com) — A Rockville man has been indicted on federal healthcare fraud charges tied to more than $100 million in alleged fake COVID-19 testing claims to Medicare, Medicaid and other insurers. Prosecutors say the scheme, run through a Gaithersburg company, brought in nearly $50 million and funded luxury cars and real estate purchases. If convicted, he faces up to 10 years in prison.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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