Local Voices Spotlight: Chris Landis
Chris Landis is a Local Voices blogger in Montgomery County who brings his expertise of design/build services to homeowners and small businesses in the community.
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Local Voices Spotlight: Blogger Anne Samit
Anne Samit is a Local Voices blogger in Montgomery County who brings her expertise of Yoga to Patch.
Saturday, March 9, 2013
Dr. Seuss, Sequestration and More From Maryland Local Voices
Here are some of Patch's top Local Voices posts across Maryland this week.
Bevins Critical of Proposal to Tighten County Car Rules: Baltimore County Councilwoman Cathy Bevins said a colleague is only calling for the changes because he was questioned by a reporter for breaking a campaign promise not to take a county vehicle if elected. Sequestration to Have Serious Local Impact: Baltimore City Council President Bernard C. "Jack" Young talks about what the impact of the sequestration's mandated federal budget cuts would be on city services. State of the River Address: The South River Report Card is discussed in this blog that details the health of one of the local waterways in Anne Arundel County. Anne Arundel 'School Hours Study' - Answers to the Questions: Blog reacts to a recent study as part of the ongoing …
Blog Roundup: Gov. O’Malley’s Gas Tax Proposal, Common Tax Mistakes, What’s Blooming?
Patch brings varied perspectives on the news from users like you. Read what some of our Local Voices bloggers had to say this week.
5 Common Mistakes Taxpayers Make that Can Land Them in Hot Water with the IRS In the race to meet tax deadlines, Americas are forgetting to include all sources of taxable income on their tax returns. Personal finance resource www.GoBankingRates.com investigates the five most common mistakes. Americans make when reporting their total income to the IRS. Hogan Blasts O’Malley’s Gas Tax Proposal Earlier this week Governor O’Malley again proposed increasing the gas tax, which, if enacted, would be his 25th consecutive tax hike. The Governor has already enacted 24 tax, toll, and fee increases that have taken an additional $2.4 billion every year out of the pockets of struggling Maryland families and small businesses. Washington Post: Clinton …
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Sunday, March 3, 2013
Pope Retires, Kidney Health, Non-Interview with Superintendent Joshua Starr: Blog Roundup
Patch brings a unique perspective to everyday news written by users like you. Read what some of our Local Voices bloggers had to say this week.
Pope Benedict Becomes First Pope in 600 Years to Retire As with many of us, the resignation of Pope Benedict was a shock. With that shock, there is much awe. There is much to be thankful. Those who are not Roman Catholic, or are in communion with Rome, may not understand this and that is to be expected. Maryland's Municipal Public Ethics Laws are in Danger: You Can Help So, would you like to know more about your elected officials' conflicts of interest, or less? If some people get what they want in Annapolis this year, you'll be knowing a whole lot less. You can help stop this from happening. Targeting Hispanics, But Not Blacks I have been extremely critical of President Obama for using the Black community as his personal political …
Stephen Trevathan
3:57 pm on Wednesday, April 17, 2013
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Sunday, February 24, 2013
Local Voices Spotlight: Blogger Joseph Hawkins
Joseph Hawkins is a Local Voices blogger in Montgomery County who brings his unique perspective to education issues.
Sunday, February 10, 2013
NRA Drowning out Marylanders, Speed Cameras, Youth Ballet: Blog Roundup
Patch brings a unique perspective to everyday news written by users like you. Read what some of our Local Voices bloggers had to say this week.
The NRA: Drowning out Marylanders The majority of Marylanders, including many responsible gun owners, support common sense legislation to prevent gun violence. New Up-and-Coming Speed Camera Legislation In the wake of many innocent drivers receiving speed camera tickets, there is a host of speed camera legislation that is being presented to the general assembly this year in both the House and the Senate. Riderwood Opens New Coffee Shop, Bar and Lounge Scores of Riderwood residents in Silver Spring, MD, this week attended the simultaneous grand openings of their campus' new Village Nook (Coffee Shop), Fireside Bar/Lounge and Fireside Hot Carry-Out. Space Heater Safety Tips from Amica Insurance Home fires occur most often in anuary, …
Saturday, January 26, 2013
Gun Bills Introduced, Maryland Leads Nation in Entrepreneurship: Blog Roundup
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McDonough To Introduce Gun Bills Del. Pat McDonough is expected to introduce two bills Thursday that he said are dedicated to preventing gun violence. "If my bills were to pass and fewer people were getting out [of jail] there would be less murders in the city," McDonough said, adding that proponents of more restrictive gun laws "don't want to talk about guns but they don't want to talk about gun violence or the issue of gun violence." VIDEO: Making It Easier To Do Business In Maryland, we are — according to the US Chamber of Commerce — the #1 state in America for innovation and entrepreneurship. But we know that we can always do better. What is a Migraine? There are four common types of headache: tension headache, sinus headache, …
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Survive Active Shooter, Y Member Turns 90: Blog Roundup
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How to Survive an Active Shooter After every school shooting, school administrators across the country pledge to review their lockdown plans. However, most people never learn the recommended response to active shooter incidents. Miller Favors Death Penalty For Teacher Killers While some Maryland legislators want to debate the repeal of the death penalty there is one category of murder Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller would like to add to the list of capital punishment eligible cases. House Speaker John Boehner in a Bind (About to be Burned?) It's tough being House Speaker. John Boehner has to be the standard bearer for the national party, for his caucus, yet he also has to work out …
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Theresa Defino
9:36 am on Sunday, January 20, 2013
FYI--Despite the headline the materials presented on the blog about an active shooter are NOT how to "survive" one as that may be impossible, but how to respond. It's not the victim's fault if he/she can't outrun a machine gun AND it's not a substitute for gun control. more ›
Thursday, November 8, 2012
Healthy Lunches: Local Blogger Highlights Two Kentlands Restaurants
Yoyogi Sushi and Chipotle are among two of Amanda Webb's favorites for a quick, healthy lunch.
David S. Paglin
11:43 am on Sunday, March 10, 2013
Any relation to Carol Samit? more ›