Today’s Headlines – June 14, 2023
Things to Do Around the DMV to Celebrate Juneteenth 2023
Juneteenth, a significant holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, holds even greater importance this year after President Biden signed it into law in 2021, designating June 19 as the Juneteenth National Independence Day.
Worries Remain While Wildfire Smoke Moves On: ‘We Aren’t Meant to Breathe This’
Wildfire smoke will likely become a more common experience for our region in the coming years as fossil fuel emissions continue to heat up the planet. And experts warn that even short-term exposure to toxic air can have long-lasting health impacts.
Millard House II Named New PGCPS CEO
On June 7, Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks announced Millard House II as the new Prince George’s County Public Schools CEO.
Uber Tuition Assistance Helps Local Resident; Commanders Host Clinic
Uber has launched a partnership with Arizona State University to grant drivers and their families the opportunity to attend the university tuition free. One of those who qualified was Prince George’s County resident Shaunice Aikoo.
Congressman Ivey Hosts Hyattsville Small Business Town Hall
Rep. Glenn Ivey recently held a small business town hall to gain insight directly from business owners about how his congressional office, including his newly-hired Small Business Liaison Luis Murillo, can best help others get off the ground.
