Beltsville Adventist Community Center (BACC) received a $10,000 Seed Grant from North American Division Adventist Community Services and...

This happened in October 1999, some 22 years ago. My job Saturday morning was to collect White Cane donations for the Beltsville Lions at...

COLLEGE PARK, Md— UMD Choral Activities presents the 20th annual Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols on Friday, Dec. 10, 2021 at 8 p.m....

English teacher Keishia Thorpe was selected from over 8,000 nominations and applications worldwide for $1 million award. UPPER MARLBORO,...

Secretary of State Colin Powell’s (1937-2021) legacy impacted not only the military and Americans, but also generations through his key...

As large urban school districts continue to operate with tight budgets and uncertain funding, an initiative in Prince George’s County...

College Park, Md. (November 4, 2021) –The Hotel at the University of Maryland is pleased to announce that it has been honored with two of...

Carol Carman, president of the Anne Arundel County Genealogical Society, will speak at the December 1 meeting of the Prince George’s...

October is Energy Awareness Month. Energy Awareness Month, first implemented by President Bush in 1991, encourages citizens, companies,...

(StatePoint) Despite increased digital options, the typical consumer still spends 13 hours on hold each year! And of course, there are...

(StatePoint) The holiday season brings an abundance of feelings that may include joy, comfort, gratitude, and unfortunately, stress....

(StatePoint) Holiday cooking and entertaining don’t have to be overly complex to impress. Here are quick, simple ways to elevate your...

(StatePoint) Role-playing has the power to boost young children’s creativity, allowing imaginations to run free, while honing social and...

After an almost 2-year hiatus due to the pandemic, UpStage Artists, one of our community partners, is returning to live performances this...

Silver Spring, MD--According to a study published by the American Journal of Preventative Medicine, “A growing body of research suggests...

Adelphi, MD – Hillhaven Assisted Living, Nursing, and Rehabilitation Center (Hillhaven) in Adelphi, MD, scored among the top in the state...

In 2020, Jennifer Greiner assumed the position of Refuge Manager for the 13,000-acre Patuxent Research Refuge, which includes the...

Silver Spring, MD -- This fall, a record-breaking 89 Riderwood student employees will further their academic studies thanks to the...

Kathryn Griffin has been the music director at Emmanuel United Methodist Church for over 40 years. She retired in August and moved to...

(StatePoint) September, which is World Alzheimer’s Month, is an excellent reminder to keep your mind and body healthy through the years....

Cruelty to animals is a federal crime in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. In 2019, President Trump signed the Preventing...

In the winter of 2020, UpStage Artists, a local non-profit theater group began with a debut performance of Thanks for the Laughter: A...

Maryland Farms is a 45-building, 545-unit condominium community located on Cherry Hill Road near Powder Mill Road in Beltsville. It was...

The Beltsville Lions Club celebrated the club’s 63rd Charter Night on July 7th at Sierras Grille & Taqueria in Beltsville. Members...

Dr. Wilkinson Ninala resumes medical practice after experiencing miraculous healing Dr. Wilkinson J. Ninala, a highly respected physician...

The Wood Shop Club in Riderwood Senior Living, Silver Spring, MD, is holding a used tool sale on Friday, August 20th from 10:00 am to...

Silver Spring, MD -- Riderwood, an Erickson Senior Living managed community in Silver Spring, MD, empowers community members to live...

New Location: The Local Church Will Begin Meeting at Beltsville’s AMC Center Park 8 BELTSVILLE, MD - Restoration House International...

June 12, 2021, was the first time that members of Emmanuel United Methodist Church got together in person since March 17, 2020. The...

To say the 2021 school year was a unique challenge doesn’t quite tell the story of this school year. I have been a public educator since...

Silver Spring, Md. – According to The National Association of Realtors, existing home sales in the U.S. have risen by almost 20%. On May...

(StatePoint) The USDA’s Dietary Guidelines recommend adults eat anywhere from five to 13 servings of fruits and vegetables per day. While...

Bowie, MD (May 19, 2021): The Board of Directors, management and staff of Prince George’s Community Federal Credit Union would like to...

(StatePoint) Even relaxation and fun take some preparation. But there’s no reason to work harder than you need to. Follow these hacks to...

(StatePoint) From heat waves to fireworks, summer can take a toll on pets’ emotional and physical wellness. According to some pet...

(StatePoint) Summertime is often synonymous with longer days, sweet sunshine and memorable times with friends and family. Whether it is...

"Above-and-beyond" approach helps residents live their best lives Silver Spring, MD -- “People don’t care how much you know until they...

How Great Thou Art is not part of the usual genre of music for my articles. I chose this hymn as my last submission as I prepare to leave...

The phrases "Just A Foster Parent” and “Just A Foster Child” always annoy me. Using “just" in that way minimizes the role we play, and...

Chloe Mshana, a Beltsville teenager, has spent the past year sharing mental health reminders with the global digital community. Through...

This song was released in 1976 by Roy Ayers and his band Roy Ayers Ubiquity. It makes me smile when I sing it. People who are into lyrics...

A Change is Gonna Come was written in 1964 by Sam Cooke. He was known for his love songs, but he wanted to do more to unite people. This...

Silver Spring, MD – Riderwood, a senior living community managed by Erickson Living in Silver Spring, MD, today announced that it has...

BELTSVILLE, MD - Restoration House International, the multicultural contemporary church located in the heart of the Beltsville community...

This Land is Your Land was written by Woody Guthrie, in 1940, while traveling from California to New York. Like last months’ offering,...

(StatePoint) Time for your annual spring clean? Make sure you’re equipped with the right tools and strategies. Here are a few cleaning...

(StatePoint) Fairly easy to construct and even easier to maintain, raised garden beds are a great way to raise plants and vegetables in...

(StatePoint) As the weather warms, there are a few maintenance tasks every homeowner should consider completing. Use this checklist as...

(StatePoint) As the pandemic continues to restrict many of the places you are able or inclined to go, finding ways to stay active is...

To Be Fearfully and Wonderfully Made I’ve been in touch with two lifelong friends, folks I’ve known since childhood. Chosen family. Over...