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**FILE** The Prince George's County Public Schools Blueprint Schools Phase II Project will include the construction of eight new school facilities by 2028. (WI photo)
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Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) Updates

by Richard D. Elliott September 25, 2024September 25, 2024

Prince George’s County Public Schools and Progressive Education Partners have reached a financial close on the PGCPS Blueprint Schools Phase II Project, which will include the construction of eight new school facilities by 2028, and PGCPS now has an office of Integrity and Compliance to investigate waste, fraud, and abuse within the school system.

Marketing Manager Amana Hayes, Dr. Ifeoma Essien, and District Heights Commissioner Anthony Tilghman at a health, wellness, and opportunity expo on Sep. 21 at Capitol Heights’ Trinidad Baptist Church. The more than 100 attendees were able to tap into the over 25 vendors on site. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)
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County Hosts Suicide Prevention Symposium, Health & Wellness Expo

by Richard D. Elliott September 25, 2024September 25, 2024
Prince George’s County Council Chair Jolene Ivey and Del. Ashanti Martinez celebrate the grand opening of Baldor Speciality Foods warehouse in Lanham, Maryland, on Sep. 16. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)
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Baldor Speciality Foods Opens New Food Warehouse in Lanham

by Richard D. Elliott September 25, 2024September 25, 2024
Council of Governments (COG) Air and Climate Public Advisory Committee Vice Chair Julie Kimmel (far left) and COG Climate, Energy, and Environment Policy Committee Chair Jolene Ivey (far right) recognize the City of Bowie’s Food Waste Diversion Program as one of the 2024 Climate and Energy Leadership awardees. (Courtesy Photo/Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments)
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Bowie’s Food Waste Diversion Program Wins Local Climate Award

by Richard D. Elliott September 25, 2024September 25, 2024
On Sep. 10, the Greater Washington Community Foundation (GWCF) announced a pilot program offering $1,000 to Bradbury Heights Elementary students for each year of school they complete, to be paid out after graduating high school. These funds can be used for education, business, or real estate: giving the students a flexible investment for their future selves. (Courtesy of Greater Washington Community Foundation)
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Prince George’s County Local Updates

by Richard D. Elliott September 18, 2024September 22, 2024
**FILE** During the 2023 Excellence in Business Awards, Prince George’s Chamber of Commerce President Alexander Austin (center) holds a state proclamation, presented for the organization’s achievements and role in empowering the local economy. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)
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Prince George’s Chamber of Commerce Announces 2024 Excellence in Business Awardees

by Richard D. Elliott September 11, 2024September 11, 2024
**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)
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Prince George’s County Education Updates

by Richard D. Elliott September 11, 2024September 11, 2024
**FILE** Celebrate Africa Festival in 2020 (Courtesy of Raphael Talisman via pgparks.com)
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Celebrate Africa Festival Returns to Prince George’s County in September

by WI Web Staff September 6, 2024September 10, 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

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