Today, a Prince George’s County jury found Officer Juan Hernandez guilty of striking a 22-year-old man with his police cruiser during a call for a fight and armed suspect. Officer Hernandez was found guilty of 2nd Degree Assault, but found not guilty of Misconduct in Office. “The conduct at issue today was immediately reported...
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On May 20th, 2017, from 12 – 4pm, Foundation 4 Heroes is having their first annual “A Day 4 Heroes” at the 5 South Event Center in Callaway, Md. A Day 4 Heroes was created as a great way to bring the community together to recognize and show appreciation to our local heroes –...
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Governor Larry Hogan today announced that 49,200 Maryland students will receive scholarships totaling $82,764,420 through the Maryland Higher Education Commission. These scholarships represent the 2017-18 initial awarding of the Howard P. Rawlings Education Excellence Award Program, the state’s largest need-based student financial aid program. “Access to higher education is more important now than ever...
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Troopers of the Maryland State Police College Park Barrack continue investigating fatal accident. The occupants of the Nissan passenger vehicle have been identified. The driver was identified as Damon Walker Richardson Jr., 20 , of Bowie, Maryland. The front passenger was identified as Ahniya Muhammad, 21, of Lanham, Maryland. The deceased was identified as...
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The Economic Development Department, in partnership with College of Southern Maryland’s Entrepreneur and Innovation Institute, hosted the first IGNITE Charles County Business Resource Fair on Friday, May 12. More than 70 current and potential entrepreneurs had the opportunity to meet and network with 20 exhibiting business resource partners, and learn from six entrepreneur speakers...
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The Airborne Electronic Attack Systems and EA-6B program office (PMA-234) completed a critical design review (CDR) for the AN/ALQ-249 Next Generation Jammer (NGJ) Increment (Inc) 1 Mid-band program at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Maryland, in late April. During CDR, it was determined that the design and development are on track to meet crucial...
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Edward H. Nichols, 86, passed away on May 14, 2017. Born on November 29, 1930 in Washington, DC, son of the late Clyde and Martha (Lynn) Nichols. He was the beloved husband of the late Agnes (Dailey) Nichols who passed in 2012. He was employed by the Pipe Coverers Union, Local #24 for many...
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Stephan “Dink” Matthew Whitehurst, Jr., age 27, of Chesapeake Beach, MD, passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2017, at George Washington University Hospital with his family by his side. Stephan, beloved son of Stephan “Matt” Matthew Whitehurst, Sr. and Wanda (Dillon) Whitehurst, was born on November 22, 1989, in Annapolis, MD. In addition to...
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Harvey Hilton Taylor, Jr., 77, of Temple Hills, MD passed away on May 13, 2017. Harvey was born on March 13, 1940 to the late Harvey Hilton Taylor, and Clara Ruby Grimes in Washington D.C. Harvey is predeceased also by his late Wife, Alice K. Taylor. Son, James Russell Taylor. Brother, Harry “Skippy” Clayton...
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On May 15, 2017, Gordon Lee Thurston, age 60, peacefully passed away at his home in La Plata, Maryland from Leukemia. He was the only son of Gordon Thurston and Shirley (Thurston) Vermillion. He is survived by his four sisters, Virginia Poe (brother-in-law Randy), Barbara Thurston, Lottie Gray (brother-in-law Steve), and Susan Thurston. He...
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Reginald “Dwight” Swann was born on November 10, 1948 to Albert & Mary Swann. Dwight was raised and educated in Charles County MD. While attending many church functions, Dwight met his love and partner of 45 years Valerie Swann. Committing to one another through marriage on June 5, 1971. He was blessed with two...
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Jerry Dennis Matthews, 61, of Mechanicsville, Maryland died on May 15, 2017 in Mechanicsville. Born in Lowell, Massachusetts on May 9, 1956, was the son of the late Hugh Mathews and the late Mary (Cole) Matthews. Jerry worked for the Boilermakers Union Local 193. He was a member of the Mechanicsville MD Moose. Jerry...
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Michael “Mike” Glenn Whittington, Sr. 55 of Mechanicsville, MD passed away at his residence in Mechanicsville, MD on May 15, 2017. Michael was born on June 6, 1961 to the late George Richard Whittington and Mae Wilhelmina Whittington in Washington, DC. Mike enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, playing his guitar, listening...
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Thomas Ernest Klegin, 84, of Lexington Park, MD passed away on May 15, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 28, 1932 in St. Paul, MN to the late August F. Klegin and Frances M. Hontich Klegin. In 1952 Tom proudly joined the United States Air Force and...
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Shirley Evans Colleary, 86, of California, MD died May 15, 2017 at Inova Fairfax Hospital. Born September 5, 1930 in Jackson, MS, she was the only child of the late Howard W. Evans and Grace Dear Evans. She was married on December 20, 1952 to John E. “Jack” Colleary Jr. at Holy Rosary Catholic...
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Latoya Shawnta Jordan, 33 of Lexington Park, MD, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, granddaughter, family member and friend, unexpectedly departed this earthly life on May 12, 2017. She will be dearly missed by all who loved her. Family and friends will unite on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 for visitation at 9:00 am until time...
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Rose Miller departed this earthly life on Sunday, May 14, 2017. Family and friends will unite for visitation on Saturday, May 20, 2017, 9:30 am until 11:30 am at Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home, 2294 Old Washington, Waldorf, MD. Interment is private.
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Cherolyn Murdaugh entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 17, 2017. Family and friends will unite on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 from 12 noon until time of service 1:00 pm at Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home, 2294 Old Washington Rd., Waldorf, MD. Interment immediately following at Trinity Memorial Gardens, Waldorf, MD.
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UPDATE 5/18/2017 @12:00 p.m. – Below is the District Court of Maryland, Statement of Probable Cause. UPDATE 5/18/2017 @12:00 p.m. – Official Press Release from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office: Detectives assigned to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division have charged six suspects in connection with the fatal shooting of Samuel Keith Gemeny, 35,...
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Keeping a $100,000 top-prize Maximum Money scratch-off safe and sound until he could bring it to Maryland Lottery headquarters was of maximum concern for a lucky Lexington Park man. After scratching off the $10 game he bought at Corner Liquors in Lexington Park, the loyal scratch-off player immediately signed the winning instant ticket. “I...
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UPDATE 5/18/2017 @12:00 p.m. – Official Press Release from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office: Detectives assigned to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division have charged six suspects in connection with the fatal shooting of Samuel Keith Gemeny, 35, of Waldorf. The homicide occurred on May 16 in the 3400 block of Promenade Place...
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A second victim involved in the Anne Arundel County fatal crash today has succumbed to his injuries after being hit head-on while traveling Route 50 earlier today. The second deceased victim is identified as Robert Skidmore, 66, of Cape St. Clair, Maryland. He was pronounced deceased by hospital personnel at Shock Trauma. Skidmore was...
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UPDATE: Michael Anthony Terrell was located safe by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office. The critically missing person, Michael Anthony Terrell was last seen Last seen in the area of Golden Beach Road and Jarrell Drive, on Wednesday, May 17,2017, at approximately 4:05 p.m. He is 23 years old, and described as : Height: 5’10”...
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Wednesday’s Pet for 5/17/17 KRANK Featured Pet: Krank Rescue Group: Last Chance Animal Rescue Breed: Lab Mix Sex: Male Size: Puppy will get to about 50 lbs Vetted: Neutered and Up-to-date with routine shots Adoption Fee: Contact Rescue for fee Krank along with many other puppies, dogs, cats and kittens will be available in...
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Detectives from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects believed to be responsible for armed robberies in the Lexington Park area. On Saturday, May 6, 2017, at approximately 8:00 p.m., Deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office patrol division responded to Niko’s...
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