In Carroll County, an estimated 120 young people, ages 13 to 25, are homeless and living in challenging situations affecting their physical and mental health. The local homeless are part of the 4.2 million, ages 13 to 25, who are homeless nationwide, according to a proclamation read by District 5 Carroll County Commissioner Ed Rothstein. The Board of Carroll County … [Read more...] about Carroll officials discuss impact of youth homelessness in county
As of Friday, vote count in Carroll County stands at 100,067
As of Friday, votes had been counted for 100,067 of Carroll County’s 129,250 registered voters, according to the Maryland State Board of Elections, including those cast by mail, early voting and on election day Tuesday. The first mail-in ballot canvass in Carroll was completed Thursday. On Nov. 13, provisional ballots will be counted, and on Nov. 15 any additional counting will … [Read more...] about As of Friday, vote count in Carroll County stands at 100,067
Pentagon chief presses military to carry out a smooth transition and obey all lawful orders
By TARA COPP and LOLITA C. BALDOR WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin directed the military on Thursday to carry out a smooth transition to President-elect Donald Trump, with a reminder to the force of its obligation to follow the lawful orders of the next commander in chief. While such memos are rare, it was not the first time the military’s top civilian leader … [Read more...] about Pentagon chief presses military to carry out a smooth transition and obey all lawful orders
New Hampstead Community Garden aims to help those in need, provide educational programs
Hampstead’s Crossroads Church will be the site of a new community garden next spring, with plans for produce to be donated to those in need. “We want to, first and foremost, feed our underprivileged community,” said Jennifer Lleras, 41, of Hampstead, who is coordinating the project. “That is the main focus, to give back to the community.” The 6,300 square-foot garden on the … [Read more...] about New Hampstead Community Garden aims to help those in need, provide educational programs
Manchester Valley High seniors direct one-act plays, with performances this weekend
Manchester Valley High School students will perform in four one-act plays at the school Friday and Saturday evening. The plays are directed by seniors. Teacher and adviser Bobbi Vinson said having students lead their peers teaches patience and respect, in addition to the theatrical skills students have been honing. “The leaders are learning patience, because they have kids at … [Read more...] about Manchester Valley High seniors direct one-act plays, with performances this weekend