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Maryland launches statewide teacher apprenticeship program to address shortage

Posted on September 16, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Gov. Wes Moore announced Monday the launch of Maryland’s first state-sponsored registered apprenticeship program for teachers, an initiative designed to expand the educator workforce and create a more affordable path into the profession. The new program, developed in partnership with the Maryland State Department of Education, the Maryland State Education Association, and the Maryland Department of Labor, will allow […]

Gas prices decline nationwide as winter gasoline enters market

Posted on September 15, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The average price of gasoline in the United States has fallen by 3.6 cents in the past week to $3.12 per gallon, according to a new report from GasBuddy. The decline comes as most of the nation begins its transition to cheaper winter-blend gasoline. The national average is now 1.8 cents lower than a month ago and 2.8 cents […]

Powerball millionaire tops Maryland Lottery’s $31.2 million payout week

Posted on September 15, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—A Maryland Lottery player from Prince George’s County claimed a $1 million Powerball prize over the weekend, leading a wave of winnings that saw players across the state collect more than $31.2 million in prizes during the week of Sept. 8-14. While the Powerball jackpot reset after a $1.787 billion prize was shared by winners in Missouri and Texas […]

Maryland 2025 fall foliage preview

Posted on September 13, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources released its 2025 fall foliage preview this week, predicting that an “abnormally dry” late summer is causing some trees to begin their color change early in the western part of the state. The DNR’s first fall foliage report of the year notes that a combination of a typical spring and early summer, followed […]

MDOT announces $8.2 million in funding to expand safe bicycle, pedestrian infrastructure across Maryland

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation announced Wednesday that it has awarded $8.2 million in grants for 25 bicycle, pedestrian, and trail projects across the state. The funding is intended to improve safety, enhance sustainability, and boost economic development. The grants will support a variety of projects, including new paths for cyclists and pedestrians, improvements to existing trails, and enhanced […]

Gas prices tick higher nationwide

Posted on September 8, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The national average price for a gallon of gasoline has seen a slight increase over the past week, rising to $3.16 per gallon, according to GasBuddy data. The average price is up 0.3 cents from last week and 3.1 cents from a month ago, but remains 6.1 cents lower than a year ago. The average price of diesel also […]

Governor Moore announces $5 million in grants for first-generation Maryland students

Posted on September 8, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced a $5 million grant initiative to support first-generation students in their pursuit of post-secondary education. The grants, administered through the Next Generation Scholars of Maryland Program, will be used during the 2025-2026 academic year to support community-led programs that assist low-income students in high-poverty school systems. “As we work to prepare the next […]

Maryland collects over $18.4 million in cannabis tax revenue

Posted on September 7, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland collected more than $18.4 million in tax revenue from adult-use cannabis sales between April and June, the Maryland Comptroller’s Office announced Friday. The Central Region of the state, which includes Baltimore City and Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Harford, and Howard counties, generated the largest share of revenue, with more than $8 million collected. The Capital region, which includes […]

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