The Kenbridge-Victoria Dispatch · New Carrollton, MD
“Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in Thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.” — Psalm 19:14 I am truly thankful to Jesus for the opportunity to spend two wonderful weeks in the countryside at my daughter’s and son’s home in Maryland. The autumn scenery was breathtaking, with vibrant colors beginning to grace the trees, a truly magnificent sight that reminded me of the beauty of creation. Driving to the Amtrak Station in New Carrollton, Maryland, we had breakfast that was more than just a meal; it was a moment of connection and joy. As we traveled, laughter filled the car, and we marveled at the awe-inspiring beauty of our surroundings. It’s in these moments that we truly appreciate the love and care our Creator has for us. It was a clear day, and the clouds danced gracefully in the sky, while the sun lit up not just the landscape, but our spirits as well.
columbuspost.com · Greenbelt, MD
Nearby: Greenbelt, MDWilliam Faulkner 2 months ago 3 min read NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has successfully powered up its 300-megapixel Wide Field Instrument, marking a major milestone as the observatory moves closer to beginning its sweeping survey of the universe. The infrared camera is designed to capture exceptionally large areas of the sky while maintaining sharp detail, giving astronomers a powerful tool for studying distant planets, dark energy and the distribution of matter across the cosmos. Roman’s 300-Megapixel Camera Comes Online The Wide Field Instrument, or WFI, combines a broad field of view with image sharpness comparable to observatories such as NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope. Each image will cover an area of sky larger than the apparent size of the full moon. This combination of scale and detail will allow scientists to conduct extensive surveys of the universe more efficiently.
Greenbelt News Review · Greenbelt, MD
Nearby: Greenbelt, MDWalking through the hallways of Greenbelt Middle School one may notice that the school bell heard around campus sounds a little different this year. The bell, which used to sound like an alarm, is now a softer tone, meant to create a warmer environment for students and teachers. Carlos Pugh, the parent engagement assistant, has noticed that the bell has not only changed a big part of the school’s environment, but also reflects the person who created it, the new Principal, Camille Butler. “It’s subtle and softer, but it gets the message across, just like her,” Pugh said. From changes to the bell, to speaking positive words of encouragement over the announcements at the end of each school day and checking in on teachers throughout the day, Butler has begun to add her own touch around the school. Butler first started at the school in 2017 as a reading teacher.
Greenbelt News Review · Greenbelt, MD
Nearby: Greenbelt, MDThe results of the midterm elections and the blue wave that ushered in a record number of Black governors loomed large during this year’s Emancipation Day celebration in Greenbelt on Saturday, November 7 at the Community Center. Since 2018, Greenbelt has hosted the event commemorating November 1, 1864, the date when Maryland approved a constitutional amendment abolishing slavery in the state. The event featured poems and songs that remembered the struggles of enslaved Black people. It also included a libation ceremony, led by Dr. Lois Rosado, retired educator and founding chair of Greenbelt’s Black History and Culture Committee. The libation was a tradition that honored the memories of Black people from the times of slavery through the recent times of council meetings. As a practice of the tradition, Rosado read out the morals instilled by Black ancestors while attendees chorused “ashé” as a sign of agreement.
Greenbelt News Review · Greenbelt, MD
Nearby: Greenbelt, MDAt its October 26 meeting the Greenbelt City Council fought the clock and, at times, picked at each other but managed to complete most of its agenda. Council approved legislation regarding the historic Greenbelt High School, considered a request for proposals to move its equity and inclusion work forward, briefly touched on Save as You Throw (SAYT) options and listened to City Manager Josué Salmerón discuss new artificial intelligence options for city employees. Legislation On a 5 to 2 vote with Mayor Emmett Jordan and Councilmember Silke Pope opposed, council approved legislation reaffirming the city’s desire to acquire ownership of the building originally known as Greenbelt High School if the Board of Education decides to decommission the school.
Greenbelt News Review · Berwyn Heights, MD
Nearby: Berwyn Heights, MDOn November 6, the Appellate Court of Maryland ruled in favor of the City of Greenbelt, the Greenbelt Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad (GVFD), the Town of Berwyn Heights, the City of College Park and a Berwyn Heights resident in their challenge to Prince George’s County’s removal of career firefighters from Greenbelt and Berwyn Heights. The court heard the appeal on September 10 (see the September 17 issue) and on Friday ruled the Circuit Court had erred in dismissing the case, finding Greenbelt and the other plaintiffs have legal grounds to proceed. Back to Circuit Court The case will now return to the Circuit Court for further proceedings, though Greenbelt hopes they might reach an agreement with the Prince George’s County Fire Department’s legal team. “This favorable appellate decision is welcome news,” said City Manager Josué Salmerón on Monday.
Culpeper Star-Exponent · College Park, MD
Nearby: College Park, MDNo. 6 Virginia basketball rallied from a double-digit deficit to win in comeback style at Maryland on Friday night in College Park behind 28 points from Sam Lewis.
The Diamondback · College Park, MD
Nearby: College Park, MDMaryland field hockey missed last year’s NCAA tournament, the first time it failed to qualify for the sport’s premier postseason event in a full season since 1994. The Terps have made a complete turnaround in 2026. They not only made this season’s tournament, but earned the No. 2 overall seed in the competition and the right to host the first two rounds at home in College Park. Maryland welcomed Wagner to the Field Hockey and Lacrosse Complex on Friday for the first round of the NCAA tournament. It dominated on all fronts, scoring five first-quarter goals en route to a 8-1 win over the Seahawks to advance to Sunday’s quarterfinals. The Terps’ Big Ten leading offense was too much for the Seahawks to handle, overwhelming their opponent with a sheer surplus of talent. Maryland entered the matchup ranking second out of 82 teams in national RPI rankings, while Wagner was 57th. Nine different Maryland players contributed either a goal or assist in the match.
Daily Progress · College Park, MD
Nearby: College Park, MDNo. 6 Virginia basketball renews its longtime rivalry with Maryland on Friday night in College Park. Here are some quick facts about the Terrapins and three things to know about them.
The Diamondback · College Park, MD
Nearby: College Park, MDMaddie Moran was named the top women’s lacrosse recruit in the class of 2028. Now, she’s set to continue her lacrosse career at a place where she has familial ties. Moran committed to Maryland, where her father, Ryan Moran, serves as the men’s lacrosse offensive coordinator. Maddie Moran is one of several young athletes whose paths to College Park intersect with a parent’s connection to Maryland athletics – giving them a familiarity with this university. But as they begin their own college careers, they also aim to find identities beyond their family names. Women’s lacrosse coach Cathy Reese sees that drive in her daughter, incoming freshman attacker Cayden Reese. She highlighted Cayden Reese’s understanding of the game and her competitiveness as two of her biggest strengths. “She is a good teammate, and she’s a smart player,” Cathy Reese said. Cayden Reese grew up around Terps women’s lacrosse, spending time with players and watching the team develop.
The Cavalier Daily · College Park, MD
Nearby: College Park, MDSports Virginia men’s basketball looks to remain undefeated in renewed rivalry with Maryland The historic men's basketball rivalry between the Cavaliers and the Terrapins is back for the second of a four-year non-conference series After a 4-0 start to the season, No. 6 Virginia faces its first true road test versus historic rival Maryland. Estimated reading time: 3 minutes After the Cavaliers’ fourth consecutive victory to open their second season under Coach Ryan Odom, No. 6 Virginia now prepares for another highly anticipated matchup against a familiar foe. The Cavaliers (4-0, 0-0 ACC) will travel to College Park, Md. Friday to face the Terrapins (1-1, 0-0 Big Ten) in the latest installment of a historic rivalry. Coming off a dominant 95-61 win against Bucknell Tuesday, Virginia will look to carry their hype and momentum into their first true road game of the season.
The Diamondback · College Park, MD
Nearby: College Park, MDThe College Park City Council voted to revise the city’s School-Based Grant Program for fiscal year 2027 on Tuesday, modifying the application categories and criteria while keeping existing school boundary eligibility requirements. Currently, only the 12 public schools — including schools in College Park and boundary schools — can apply for grants. The council considered expanding eligibility to include all Prince George’s County Public Schools with at least 14 College Park students enrolled, which would have added six new schools, but ultimately decided to keep the rule as is. College Park has provided public boundary schools with grant money since 2008, with the purpose of supporting and enriching students’ educational experience, according to city documents. With a unanimous vote to modify the College Park School-Based Grant Program, council members hope to revisit this process in the next fiscal year, which begins next July.