The Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts has announced the step-off time for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade, which will begin at noon on Monday, January 20, and will be led by Baltimore City Solicitor Ebony M. Thompson.
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Posted inMaryland Government
Building a strong foundation for 2025
Senator Cory V. McCray reflects on the progress made in 2024 and the challenges faced, while emphasizing the importance of good governance and the need to continue to build stronger foundations for a brighter future.
Posted inBaltimore News
Jemima and Daniel Carter wed at New Shiloh Baptist Church
Jemima and Daniel Carter were married on October 25th at New Shiloh Baptist Church in Baltimore City, after meeting in a restaurant in 2019 and surviving the pandemic together.
Posted inMusic
Hip Hop Day of Service to provide relief to youth battling homelessness
Dr. Tenyo Pearl has created the annual Hip Hop Day of Service in Baltimore City, merging community service, cultural education, and youth empowerment, to honor the rich legacy of hip-hop and provide hoodies to those in need.
Posted inBaltimore News
Former Baltimore lawmaker Melvin Stukes laid to rest
Melvin L. Stukes, a former Baltimore City councilman and member of the Maryland House of Delegates, was remembered for his dedication to his community and his commitment to public service at his homegoing services on Oct. 8.
Posted inBaltimore Events
PRESS ROOM: Registration now open for the 2024 Baltimore Together Summit
The Baltimore Together Summit, a gathering of community, government, and business leaders, will discuss strategies for inclusive economic growth and celebrate milestones from the past year, including the launch of the Baltimore Economy Dashboard and Downtown RISE.
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National NAACP president suspends leaders in Maryland State Conference and Baltimore City Branch
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) has suspended the president and treasurer of its Maryland State Conference and Baltimore City Branch, placing them under administrative oversight by the national office.
Posted inEducation
Back to school tips from Baltimore City Public Schools CEO Sonja Santelises
Baltimore City Public Schools CEO Sonja Santelesis encourages families to ensure their students get proper sleep, follow regular routines, and familiarize themselves with attendance policies and classroom expectations as the school year begins.
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Petition to thwart Harborplace redevelopment falls short of signatures required to make November ballot
The Protect Our Parks petition, led by former mayoral candidate Thiru Vignarajah, failed to gather enough signatures to make the Baltimore ballot, preventing the halt of MCB Real Estate’s $900-million redevelopment of Harborplace.
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Md. Health Department using targeted outreach to tackle pre-diabetes
The Maryland Department of Health is actively seeking individuals with high risk for chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart attack, stroke, and Alzheimer’s in order to provide them with prevention activities and support programs.
Posted inDMV News
Upcoming meetings and events in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area
The D.M.V. area is hosting a variety of family-friendly events this summer, including the DMV Made Festival, Broccoli City Festival, Kids World 2024, and Black Health Connect: DC 2024 Mixer, as well as virtual events such as Breaking the Chains: Decriminalizing Mental Illness in the Justice System and Virtual Writing Hour.
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Md. Health Department using targeted outreach to tackle pre-diabetes this summer
The Maryland Department of Health is actively seeking residents in high-risk areas for chronic diseases, such as diabetes, to connect them with health prevention efforts and prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes.
