The crab capital of the world might be in trouble, at least according to a new study by the Union of Concerned Scientists. The study claims that Maryland, and Crisfield in particular, will be among the hardest hit as sea levels continue to rise. While the news may come as a surprise to many outside […]
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UMD Solar Initiative Nears Completion, Adding To State’s Energy Projects
The University of Maryland expects to exceed their renewable energy goals through the construction of three solar canopies. The Diamondback reports that the university received a $250,000 grant from the Maryland Energy Administration, which was then matched in full by the university. According to The Diamondback UMD planned to generate 2.7 megawatts of solar energy by 2018. They are […]
Maryland Enjoys Increased Interest In Flipped Housing Market
Though 41% of the American population either somewhat or strongly prefers a newly-built home over an existing one, the percentage of flipped homes has been rapidly increasing. Across the country, the home flipping market saw an 8% decrease from the previous quarter, and it was down 6% on the year. In Maryland and Washington, D.C., […]
Maryland State Officials Taking Steps to Repair State Roads
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) currently has a record number of active highway construction projects running to reduce congestion and improve safety on the state’s roads. And the department’s annual road maintenance schedule has taken a completely new form this year, making updates easier to access for drivers. The state […]
Fall Foliage Nature Watch in Maryland
When will fall foliage hit its peak in Maryland? That all depends on a number of factors, but most experts agree that the second half of October usually brings the best colors to the state. According to a Smoky Mountains guide that maps peak foliage times across the country, Maryland will reach colorful heights on […]
Emergency Crews Rescue 2 Men Trapped Inside Collapsed Home
After a house collapsed in Owings Mills, Maryland, emergency crews rescued two men who were stuck inside with serious injuries. The two men were working on the home as part of a renovation project when the house caved in on itself. According to Owings Mills Patch, surrounding neighbors had reported several times to Baltimore County […]
Maryland Outdoor Events Promise Fall Fun in October
The arrival of cooler weather doesn’t mean we have to lock ourselves away indoors. Although many residents enjoy entertainment spaces in their own backyard — in fact, that area of commerce has grown into a $7 billion industry — you can truly appreciate the uniqueness of our area by exploring community events. Here’s what’s […]
Elderly Financial Exploitation Continues Throughout U.S.
Retirement, despite what a lot of people think, can actually be a joy. In a survey of Money readers, roughly 48% of all retirees admitted being much happier in retirement than they originally expected. As long as these seniors have their health, their family, their purpose, and their companionships, they can continue to live fulfilled […]
August Review of How the Suburban Maryland Real Estate Market is Performing in 2016
Although there are certain expectations for each area of Maryland, it seems that the tables have turned for a few counties in terms of 2016 real estate success. According to Rockville-based multiple-listing service MRIS, Montgomery has been traditionally the wealthier county, but Prince George’s has continued to show rapid growth thus far in 2016. The […]
A Pokemon-Playing Skateboarder is Injured and It’s Not 1997
Pokemon, the phenomenon that was largely popular back in the 1990s, has been relatively quiet for more than a decade, but all that changed this month with the release of a new game. According to The Washington Post, a new mobile game, “Pokemon Go” launched on July 6 and is already the most profitable game […]