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Hey hey Upper Marlboro! Your one-stop source for local news is here. Continue reading for all the updates. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Upper Marlboro first responders turned one boy into police chief
  • Orioles' rising ace shines in standout start at Prince George's Stadium
  • Why labor leaders picked Upper Marlboro to launch Labor Day week

Also on today's calendar: Vendor Members Group & the Markets of Crafts Galore! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Humid with some sun, with a high of 83 and low of 65 degrees.
  • Sunday: Clouds and sun, temps: high: 82, low: 62.
  • Monday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 80 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Maryland first responders celebrate boy battling cancer, make him honorary police chief (wjla.com) — A young cancer patient was honored with a massive first-responder celebration in Upper Marlboro, where police, firefighters and other agencies made him an honorary police chief for a day. The motorcade, helicopter landing, and gifts from Prince George's County and state law enforcement turned the town into a show of support, giving his family and officers a shared moment of encouragement.
   

• Sound familiar? O's top prospect Eyanson dazzles in first meeting with former club (mlb.com) — A top Orioles pitching prospect dominated at nearby Prince George's Stadium, striking out eight over six strong innings for Double-A Chesapeake in a close loss to Portland. His performance, part of a breakout first pro season, unfolded the same night former Oriole Adley Rutschman homered twice for Boston, giving local fans a glimpse of the franchise's future just a short drive from Upper Marlboro.
   

• IAM Union Rally Kicks Off Labor Day Week With Focus On Workers, Wages and Workplace Rights (thebaynet.com) — Upper Marlboro hosted a high-profile Labor Day kickoff rally at IAM's international headquarters, drawing union leaders, state officials and Prince George's County's executive to spotlight workers' rights, wages and safety. Speakers tied Maryland labor policies, apprenticeships and Southern Maryland's defense economy to local jobs, stressing how organizing and training can shape paychecks, protections and future opportunities for residents across Prince George's and nearby counties.
   

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  • Buy Fresh Produce and Meats from Local Black owned Farms.
    Black Farmers Index will show you local Black owned farms in your region. Includes listings for Organic Produce. (Nextdoor The Colonel's Court)
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    Silver Spring, MD Call to make an appointment. Leave a msg & someone will return your call. (301) 608-3504 https://awidercircle.org/get-help… (Nextdoor Williamburg Estates)
  • Burlington Stores posted a job opening for Retail Stocking Associate - Part Time in Upper Marlboro. Apply here.
  • Target posted a job opening for Production Controller - Food DC - Upper Marlboro, MD in Upper Marlboro. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Upper Marlboro here.

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  • Driver Sentenced In Prince George's Crash That Killed Passenger (patch.com)

Ok Upper Marlboro! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Times Square (Thank you Jean K. for sending it in!)
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