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Author Archives: Richard D. Elliott

The Men's Shelter in Capitol Heights is an example of transitional housing, where housing is offered on an extended basis. In temporary housing, housing is offered on a first-come, first-served basis nightly. (Courtesy photo)
Posted inPrince George's County

Bladensburg Residents Voice Confusion Regarding Proposed Temporary Shelter

by Richard D. Elliott February 22, 2023February 23, 2023
**FILE** The Phoenix Suns acquired 13-time All-Star Kevin Durant in exchange for two forwards and four future first-round picks. (Abdullah J. Konte)
Posted inSports

Trade Adds DMV Native Durant to Phoenix Roster, Changes Playoff Picture

by Richard D. Elliott February 15, 2023February 16, 2023
Juwan Blocker is lobbying to support HB514, a bill to expand meals for children in low-income schools across Maryland. Half of the Prince George's County schools that are eligible aren't currently funded. (Courtesy photo)
Posted inPrince George's County

No Kid Hungry Campaign Aims to Expand Meals for Maryland Youth

by Richard D. Elliott February 15, 2023February 17, 2023
Ashanti Martinez will be the first Afro-Latino to serve District 22 as Delegate, and the first openly LGBTQ member of the state legislature from Prince George's County. He will be leaving his current role as chief of staff for County Councilwoman Krystal Oriadha. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)
Posted inPrince George's County

Prince George’s Political Updates

by Richard D. Elliott February 15, 2023February 17, 2023
Recently elected Congressman Glenn Ivey (right) awarded Kareem Queeman, also known as "Mr. Bake," with a congressional citation. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)
Posted inPrince George's County

Mr. Bake Receives Congressional Citation for Excellence

by Richard D. Elliott February 8, 2023February 8, 2023
Prince George's County Council member Jolene Ivey hosted her first town hall of the year at Palmer Park Community Center on Feb. 8. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)
Posted inPrince George's County

Food Truck Access Expanded in Prince George’s County

by Richard D. Elliott February 8, 2023February 8, 2023
**FILE** Sen. Ben Cardin (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)
Posted inPolitics

Potential Maryland Senate Candidates Prepare in Event of Vacancy

by Richard D. Elliott February 8, 2023February 8, 2023
Democrat Wes Moore will make history as Maryland's first Black governor. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)
Posted inPolitics

Maryland Gov. Moore Announces Additional, Barrier-Breaking Cabinet Picks

by Richard D. Elliott February 1, 2023February 1, 2023
Tennis pro Frances Tiafoe (second from left) is greeted by business owners (from right) Douglas Kellner, Jackie Baker-Nees and Michael Locksley at the VIP opening of GrillMarX in College Park, Maryland, on Jan. 28. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)
Posted inPrince George's County

Upscale Dining Option GrillMarX Comes to College Park

by Richard D. Elliott February 1, 2023February 3, 2023
Wes Moore is sworn in as Maryland's first Black governor in Annapolis on Jan. 18. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)
Posted inPolitics

Wes Moore Officially Sworn In as Maryland’s First Black Governor

by Richard D. Elliott January 23, 2023January 23, 2023

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