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University of Maryland, Eastern Shore backers sue for 136 years of underfunding
Since it opened as a land-gran university in 1890, the University of Maryland, Eastern Shore has been underfunded and systemically shortchanged by the state and the university system, say supporters of the historically Black university, who are suing to do something about it. The group called ForUMES, comprised of students,...
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Southeast DC native named Cherry Blossom festival's official artist
The countdown to the 2027 National Cherry Blossom Festival is in full bloom. Southeast D.C. native Chris Pyrate was selected as the official artist and artistic director. The announcement was made during a launch event at the National Geographic Museum of Exploration on Oct. 29. “Being born and raised on...
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Let DIG INN Handle Your Thanksgiving Feast This Year
WASHINGTON (7News) — Thanksgiving is a time to gather around the table, but preparing the meal can take up much of the day. DIG INN is offering a convenient way to serve a festive spread while leaving more time for family, friends and the traditions that make the holiday special.
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A Maryland Bakery Serves New York Style Bagels With Homemade Cream Cheese in Unexpected Flavors
Caramelized onion cream cheese comes with black pepper and a hint of rosemary at this Maryland bagel shop. Strawberry, olive, raisin walnut, and roasted red pepper spreads make the choice even harder. And that’s before you’ve decided which bagel to order. The dough is hand-rolled, kettle-boiled, and baked...
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Experts share why drinking in high altitude feels so different — and how you can prevent getting sick
Experts have revealed why high elevation levels can make you feel drunker Getty Images This weekend, fresh on the heels of the historic blue wave at the midterm elections, thousands of Democrats are descending upon Denver for a summit plotting the party’s next steps. It’s safe to say that the party’s politicians and strategists will be celebrating the victory while they’re there. However, travelers who have partaken in a boozy après-ski can attest that drinking in the Colorado mountains often seems to lead to a faster onset of the effects of alcohol, not to mention worse hangovers. After learning about the What’s Next conference, one X user wrote: “looking forward to witnessing the intersection of denver altitude change and dc drinking habits this week,” while another added, “Sea level people can’t drink with the mountaineers. No lie.” With Denver nicknamed the Mile High City for its elevation sitting 5,280 feet — exactly one mile — above sea level, it makes sense that people coming from Washington, D.C. or New York City might be met with the mile high effect, complete with altitude sickness. And although blood alcohol concentration technically does not change with elevation (which disproves the common myth that
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Rockville Educator Surprised with $25,000 Award During School Assembly
Cassandra Batson, middle school principal and head of the upper school campus at Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School in Rockville, has been named Maryland’s 2026-27 Milken Educator Award recipient, receiving a $25,000 cash prize. Batson was surprised with the award during a school assembly attended by students, staff...
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JUST IN: No injuries after driver crashes into Palm Beach Tan at Bradlee Shopping Center
There were no injuries after an elderly woman drove through a front window of Palm Beach Tan (3690 King Street) in the Bradlee Shopping Center on Friday afternoon (Nov. 13). Palm Beach Tan staff told ALXnow that they saw the blue sedan heading toward the window and were able to get out of the way in time. Staffers then helped the woman out of her vehicle, and the Alexandria Fire Department determined there was no structural damage to the building, according to radio dispatches.