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**FILE** The Maryland State Department of Education recently announced updates to the income eligibility guidelines for free and reduced-price school meals. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

Prince George’s County Education Updates

by Richard D. Elliott September 11, 2024September 11, 2024

**FILE** On June 14, Prince George's County Council member Mel Franklin (D-At Large) announced his resignation from the council. The vacancy will be filled via special election. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

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Prince George’s County Political Updates

by Richard D. Elliott September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

BurnBox, a Black-owned pizza shop with locations in Largo and Waldorf, gave away free slices for families on Aug. 26 for the new school year. Owner Ryan Whitfield (pictured with a customer) is planning a future holiday giveaway to help those in need, and prides himself on his support for the community as much as for the quality of his pizzas. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

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Prince George’s County Business Updates

by Richard D. Elliott September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

After complaints about school buses arriving late or never coming at all, many bus stops will be moved or consolidated and parents are being requested to opt-out of bus routes if students intend to walk or be driven to school. (WI File Photo/Robert R. Roberts)

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Prince George’s County Education Updates

by Richard D. Elliott August 28, 2024August 28, 2024

Wanda Durant speaks with Pastor John McCain of the 21st Century Church of Christ. McCain gave the prayer of the day and gave thanks for the blessed weather of the afternoon. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

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Prince George’s County Local Updates

by Richard D. Elliott August 28, 2024August 28, 2024

The Big Lots locations in Bowie, Glen Burnie, and Laurel are expected to close later this year as their company downsizes. The location in Ritchie Station will remain open. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

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Prince George’s County Business Updates

by Richard D. Elliott August 28, 2024August 28, 2024

**FILE** On June 14, Prince George's County Council member Mel Franklin (D-At Large) announced his resignation from the council. The vacancy will be filled via special election. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

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Ex-Prince George’s County Council Member Mel Franklin Pleads Guilty to Campaign Finance Fraud

by Richard D. Elliott August 28, 2024August 28, 2024

HotWorx Bowie opened on Aug. 3 in Highbridge offers a fitness studio with infrared heat and a sauna feel to intensify workouts. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

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Prince George’s County Business Updates

by Richard D. Elliott August 21, 2024August 21, 2024

U.S. Rep Glenn Ivey, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (front row second and third from left), Advance Research Projects Agency-Energy Director Dr. Evelyn Wang (front row center) and University of Maryland President Darryll Pines (front row far right) attended Beltsville’s ION Storage Systems to celebrate the battery plant’s success and growth. (Courtesy of the Office of Gov. Wes Moore)

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Prince George’s County Local Updates

by Richard D. Elliott August 21, 2024August 21, 2024

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) has concerns regarding the recent ruling against parts of the Gun Safety Act of 2023, a state law barring gun owners from carrying their weapons in bars, within 1,000 feet of a public demonstration, or on private property without the owner’s permission. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

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Prince George’s County Political Updates

by Richard D. Elliott August 21, 2024August 21, 2024