Crab Cake Challenge​ + PGCPS Produces High School Sports Series​

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First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High: 79 Low: 68.

Here are the top four stories today in Laurel:

1. Jalen Journey entered the winner's circle for the Grade 3 Frank J. De Francis Memorial Dash at Laurel Park. The 6-year-old ridgling scored the win via disqualification after interference from Wondrwherecraigis compromised Jalen Journey in the stretch. After the race, Feargal Lynch on Jalen Journey claimed foul against Jevian Toledo on Wondrwherecraigis. Laurel stewards disqualified Wondrwherecraigis to second for interference in the stretch, which elevated Jalen Journey to winner of the G3 stakes. (Paulick Report)
2. PG13, Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) high school sports series, returned for season six last week as scholar-athletes returned to the playing field after two seasons impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. PGCPS partnered with Visionary Media Productions to make PG13 showcase scholar-athletes, coaches, families and school communities in 13 episodes. Each episode portrays multidimensional stories, shot in a cinematic style, in four- to seven-minute story arcs. Season six premiered on Sept. 13. (PGCPS)
3. Yesterday (Sept. 20), Governor Larry Hogan announced $16.8 million in grants to support bicycle, pedestrian, and trail improvements through 42 projects across Maryland. The package includes $12.4 million in federal funding through the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), $1 million through the Recreational Trails Program (RTP), and nearly $3.4 million in state funding through the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT). The grant programs allow the state to support local partners and create new opportunities to expand Maryland’s transportation network. (Maryland.gov)
4. A delegation of FIFA officials arrived Sunday and embarked on a tour of Baltimore to assess M&T Bank Stadium and the city’s potential to host the 2026 World Cup. Colin Smith, FIFA chief tournaments and events officer, said the organization will assess Baltimore’s accommodations. The delegation will also weigh the city’s track record of hosting other large events, such as marathons, as well as public transit and the Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, the potential entry point to Baltimore for teams and fans from across the globe. (WYPR)

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Today in Laurel:

• 2021 Crab Cake Challenge — Crab Cake & Crab Soup Tasting expo. Sample local food, beer and wine. Sample the best crab cakes, cream of crab soup and Maryland crab soup in the area at the 7th Annual Maryland's Top Crab Cake Challenge. (4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.)
• Learn to Curl—Try the roaring game! For $60 you'll learn about all aspects of curling, including how to deliver a stone, sweeping, and basic strategy and etiquette. Beat the rush to get started on your Olympic dream! (7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.)
• Free Acupuncture with Community Health Initiative (CHI) — Master's level acupuncture students, under supervision by licensed and experienced faculty, are providing safe and effective auricular treatments. (5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.)
• Outdoor Full Moon Plant Yoga (Flow) —A flow practice taking time for deep breaths in each asana and listening to the body in full awareness. Timeless posture sequences focusing on strength with the possibility of building a little heat. Encouraging mindful breathing in relation to lengthening and deepening each stretch. Connection to nature will be explored with seasonal lore, rhythms, and the sacred teachings of plants. (6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.)
• Volleyball v. International Langley - CMIT Academy North - Elementary Public Charter (6:30 p.m.)

Laurel Patch Notebook

• Laurel Police Department: The Laurel Police Department would like to proudly announce the swearing in of two new officers. Officer Kenyone Malone and Officer Timothy Sherman became the newest members of the Laurel Police family. (Facebook)

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— Alexis Goring

About me: My name is Alexis A. Goring. I'm a Bowie area resident with a pulse for people, news and feature stories! I've worked as a freelance writer/editor/proofreader in the media industry for 15 years. I'm also a published author, experienced blogger, and founder of Writer at Heart Editorial Services. Visit my website for more details about me and my work. Here's the link: https://alexisagoring.jimdofree.com.

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