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Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Announces New Opportunity Zone Designations

ANNAPOLIS, MD – The Department of Housing and Community Development today announced Maryland’s nomination of 114 census tracts as Opportunity Zones under the federal Opportunity Zone program, which provides tax benefits to incentivize high-impact investments in low-income communities. Counties across Maryland submitted nominations of individual census tracts to the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development. The department then worked with local officials, business owners, investors, and community development experts to evaluate the proposed areas and identify where Opportunity Zone designations would have the greatest benefit to their communities. Last month, the department submitted the state’s approved and recommended census tracts to the United States Department of the Treasury. On November 5, the U.S. Treasury released the official 2.0 designations.

Maryland · 3d
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5 Maryland Utility Bill Relief Programs Households Qualify For but Never Apply For

A household of four in Maryland can bring in up to $5,500 a month and still qualify for help with utility bills. Winter shut-off limits started Nov. 1, but they won’t pay your bill. Here are the Maryland utility bill relief programs households qualify for and never apply for.

Maryland · 3d
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‘Our System Is Broken’: Maryland Write-In Candidate Tonya Sweat Demands Answers After Zero Votes Appear on Election Website

Maryland write-in candidate Tonya Sweat has challenged the reporting of unofficial election results in the Prince George’s County executive race after the state’s election website showed her with zero votes, despite several voters saying they wrote her name on their ballots. “Our system is broken, and they will...

Maryland · 2d

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The Blue Wave Across Stafford

A massive blue wave surged across the United States, carrying Democrats to a commanding victory in the 2026 midterm elections and delivering them majorities in both the House and Senate. Stafford High School seniors were able to vote for the first time; the experience was an eye-opening introduction to American...

Stafford, VA · 3d
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THC Vapes Found At Four Charles County Schools, Including One With An 8-Year-Old Student

CHARLES COUNTY, Md. – On November 5, a student at La Plata High School, age 16, was found to be in possession of a vaping device containing THC. On November 4, a vaping device containing THC was recovered from a 14-year-old student at Davis Middle School. Also, two vaping devices were recovered from two students, ages 16 and 17, at Maurice McDonough High School, which tested positive for THC.

Charles County, MD · 3d

The Alexandria Brief

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Treasury approves 153 Virginia Opportunity Zones, including three in Alexandria

The city’s new zones are around Mark Center and near Van Dorn Street.

Alexandria, VA · 3d

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Former Stafford supervisor’s plan for ‘historic adventure park’ hits roadblock

A former Stafford supervisor’s quest to create a new park in the county has hit a major snag. Joe Brito, who once represented the Hartwood District, has been on a multi-year mission to get the Stafford government to turn the now-closed Cannon Ridge golf course in the southern part of the county into what he called Thursday an “historic adventure park.”

Stafford, VA · 2d

InsideNoVa

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InsideNoVa celebrates ribbon-cutting for new Manassas office

InsideNoVa held a ribbon-cutting for its new Manassas office on Thursday with the Prince William Chamber of Commerce and city leaders. The nearly 60 people who attended were able to tour the new space, meet InsideNoVa team members and enjoy networking and refreshments. InsideNoVa moved to the new office in May; it previously was in Woodbridge. "It’s important for us to be here because not only are we within walking distance of the courthouse and City Hall, which is great for our reporters, but we are centrally located in Prince William County – our primary coverage area," publisher Bruce Potter told attendees. Potter noted that the move was one of three major changes for the local news company this year - the others being its conversion to a new web platform and its expansion into offering targeted digital marketing solutions for local and regional businesses. Prince William Chamber of Commerce CEO Kristi Black and Manassas Mayor Ralph Smith also spoke during the event.

Manassas, VA · 3d

WTOP

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‘Their face just lights up’: Veterans honored at Manassas parade

Center Street in historic Old Town Manassas, Virginia, was lined with people Saturday as high school marching bands, dance troupes and car clubs made their way past crowds celebrating those who served in the armed forces. Among those taking part in the 18th Annual Northern Virginia Veterans Parade were 147...

Manassas, VA · 1d

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Beloved Alexandria train caboose in need of major repairs

It was a community effort that brought a beloved train caboose to Alexandria's Del Ray neighborhood 50 years ago. Now, it'll take another push from the community to keep it there. “It is an enduring icon of our community,” said Gian Macone, a Caboose Fund Board member. The Little...

Alexandria, VA · 20h

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More Than 50 Montgomery County Elementary and Middle Schools Rank Among Maryland’s Best in New U.S. News Report

U.S. News & World Report has released its 2027 Best Elementary Schools and Best Middle Schools rankings, with Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) earning strong representation among Maryland’s highest-ranked schools. According to the news shared by MCPS, 12 MCPS elementary schools placed among the top 25 in Maryland, while...

Montgomery County, MD · 1d

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Veterans Day in Alexandria: Closures, Trash Delays and a Ceremony

ALEXANDRIA, VA — Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, brings closures for many City services and changes to household trash collection, along with a local ceremony honoring those who served. City government offices, Alexandria City Public Schools, courts, libraries and most recreation facilities are scheduled to be closed. DASH...

Alexandria, VA · 2d

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Mr Wash to Offer Free Car Washes to Veterans and Military Families for Veterans Day

Mr Wash Car Wash will offer free car washes to veterans, active-duty military members and military spouses on Tuesday, November 10, and Wednesday, November 11, in recognition of Veterans Day. The promotion includes a complimentary Extra Shine exterior car wash at 10 participating locations across Maryland, Northern Virginia and Delaware,...

Montgomery County, MD · 2d

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Fairfax County voters OK bond funding for parks, human services renovations

The Audrey Moore REC Center and Clemyjontri Park are among the amenities set to benefit from bond funding approved by Fairfax County voters in the general election on Tuesday (Nov. 3). According to unofficial results from the Virginia Department of Elections, a $180 million park bond and a $75 million...

Fairfax County, VA · 2d

Maryland Independent

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Charles planning commission pushes back on subdivision amendment

Residents at a recent Charles planning commission meeting were concerned about how an amendment to the county’s subdivision regulations would affect Falcon Ridge, a housing development along Mason Spring Road in Indian Head. “Development regulations should balance the interest of property owners and developers with the long-term interests of the community,” Christine Cline of Indian Head said at the Nov. 2 meeting. “Charles County should be encouraging responsible development.” The subdivision plan for Falcon Ridge, which has been under development for almost 30 years, is going through an appeals process with the Charles board of appeals. A meeting is scheduled for January 2027. The planning commission recommended denial of the subdivision amendment and asked K. Hovnanian Homes of Maryland, the applicant that proposed the amendment, to add more accountability measures and remove the retroactive provision for projects that have a preliminary plan as of Jan. 1, 2026, including Falcon Ridge. The recommendation moves to the Charles County commissioners. Planning board members Semia Hackett and Jeffrey Bossart expressed concerns about the lack of accountability and oversight in the amendment, and most board members were concerned about the retroactive provision. “It’s becoming ever more challenging to find available areas to develop,” Erin

Charles County, MD · 3d

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A New Source for News, Events, and More in Fairfax, VA

The NOVA Guide has launched, giving Fairfax County residents a new source for local news, upcoming events, business openings, and ideas for what to do nearby. The website covers news, businesses, and life across Northern Virginia, with a dedicated Fairfax County page that brings local stories and useful guides together in one place. Readers can explore upcoming events, catch up on business news, browse Top Picks lists, and find something to add to their weekend plans.

Fairfax County, VA · 3d

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Alexandria Residents Have Until Dec. 1 to Weigh In on Flood Resilience Plan

ALEXANDRIA, VA — If flooding has ever interrupted your commute, damaged your basement or sent water across a neighborhood street, Alexandria wants to hear from you. The City is seeking public feedback on its draft Flood Resilience Plan through Tuesday, Dec. 1. The plan is intended to guide future work to reduce flooding and make neighborhoods more resilient.

Alexandria, VA · 2d

WBOC

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Somerset County project aims at protecting Maryland’s salt marshes

The Irish Grove Sanctuary broke ground today on a restoration project as a part of the "Marshes for Tomorrow initiative" through the National Audubon Society. The project is the first marsh restoration project of a much larger initiative aimed at reversing salt marsh loss across the Chesapeake Bay and Maryland's coastal bays.

Somerset County, MD · 3d

NottinghamMD.com

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Gov. Wes Moore announces major staffing shift, cabinet departures

ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Gov. Wes Moore announced a major dynamic shift within his administration over the past two days, named a new chief of staff, and confirmed the upcoming departures of three cabinet secretaries. Manny Welsh, who has served as principal deputy chief of staff and Maryland’s first chief administrative officer since October 2025, was […]

Maryland · 3d