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Bovanti Cosmetics & Spa Opens in Bowie Town Center

by Richard D. Elliott October 9, 2024October 9, 2024

With less than a month before Election Day, former President Barack Obama endorsed Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks (pictured) in an ad that began circulating Oct. 4. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

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Prince George’s County Political Updates

by Richard D. Elliott October 9, 2024October 9, 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

**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

County Council Chair Jolene Ivey (D) gave thanks to her supporters via Zoom as she was suffering from COVID. (Robert R. Roberts/Washington Informer)

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Council Chair Jolene Ivey Declared Winner in Special Election

by Richard D. Elliott August 7, 2024August 7, 2024

Lanham-based food bank The Storehouse is moving out of its current headquarters on Forbes Boulevard on July 16, and searching for a new place to call home and offer healthy foods at no cost for those in need. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

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Prince George’s County Local Updates

by Richard D. Elliott July 17, 2024July 17, 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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Mel Franklin Charged with Embezzlement, Perjury; Prince’s George’s Council Prepares to Hold Special Election

by Richard D. Elliott June 24, 2024June 25, 2024

The Prince George’s County Council voted to adopt the budget for FY 2025, beginning on July 1. The budget is $5.46 billion, 1% larger than the previous budget. (Courtesy of Prince George's County Council)

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Prince George’s County Political Updates

by Richard D. Elliott June 5, 2024June 5, 2024

Senior residents of District 6, represented by Councilwoman Wala Blegay, can begin to contact her office to request a security device for their homes. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

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Prince George’s County Political Updates

by Richard D. Elliott April 17, 2024April 17, 2024

**FILE** Mirinda Jackson (Courtesy of Prince George's County Economic Development Corporation)

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Local Leaders and Organizations Remember Mirinda Jackson, a Champion for Minority Participation in Business

by James Wright Jr. March 27, 2024March 27, 2024