Although some politicians have derided the Affordable Care Act, also called “Obamacare,” the truth is that it’s actually working. That’s what Congressman Elijah Cummings, who represents Maryland’s 7th Congressional District in the House of Representatives, recently wrote in a piece on Afro.com. Cummings calls the ACA “an accomplishment of historic proportions,” stating that more and […]
Month: November 2015
Baltimore Tourism Officials Continue to Stress Importance of Investing in Advertising and New Facilities
As the entire state of Maryland attempts to rebound from April’s rioting, local tourism officials are asking for public support to fund initiatives that will restore Baltimore’s national reputation. According to the Baltimore Sun, the city’s economy is still suffering as a result of the unfortunate events this past spring, and tourism officials are becoming […]
Nonprofit Seeks to Help Anne Arundel Children
A new nonprofit program called Head to Toe has been launched to help Anne Arundel County’s children. The program is an extension of existing programs that have been started in other areas and is run by the nonprofit HOPE for All (He Opens Pathways for All). Many children struggle in school for various reasons; some […]
First Case of the Flu Confirmed in Baltimore Metro Area
Well folks, it’s that time of year again: cold and flu season. On Thursday, Nov. 5, Maryland officials confirmed the first case of the flu in the Baltimore area. The patient is an adult and was not hospitalized, according to WBAL News 11. The individual had the type A flu strain (H1N1), which was included in this […]
New Operation Helps Veterans Start Businesses
Last week was National Veterans Small Business Week, and to honor that, the Small Business Administration is holding events called “Operation Fund My Biz” in Baltimore as well as all over the country. These events are intended to help veterans who own or want to own small businesses take their projects to the next level. […]
Crisfield’s Legendary Customs House Undergoes Renovations in Hopes of Opening It to the Public
Long-time Crisfield residents may know the history of the old Customs House, but one local foundation is making an effort to ensure that its legacy isn’t lost on future generations. According to Delmarva Now, the Customs House, on the corner of West Main St. and North 11th St., has been undergoing renovations with an eye […]
Maryland Professor Releases Adult Coloring Book For Women With #NaturalHair
The internet has opened the floodgates to every niche market imaginable, and this November a Maryland professor is earning praise for her new adult coloring book. Although most people put down their coloring books when they grow up and set aside childish things, adult coloring books are topping best-seller lists, in part because psychologists say […]
Dozens of Former Maryland Students Refunded After Over a Decade of Litigation
A 13-year lawsuit is finally wrapping up for former students at the University of Maryland, regarding how in-state tuition is decided. The outcome of the lawsuit resulted in dozens of graduates from the state school receiving refunds amounting to a combined $1.6 million. Many of the school’s former students were law, medical and dental students. […]
One Maryland Bride’s Proof of Purity is Going Viral
Two weeks ago, Maryland bride Breland Bowman said “I do” to the love of her life, and like many young women participating in the 2.4 million marriages that happen each year, she posted photos of her special day on her Instagram page. However, a caption on one of the photos has caused quite the controversy. […]