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Arundel teacher admits to theft from organization she co-founded for needy families

2013-06-14 04:20:34

Working with Anne Arundel County schools, an independent foundation helped feed needy children and their families for more than five years. But that came to an abrupt halt a year ago, after a member of the Journey Foundation reviewing the organization's...

Sibling rivalry roars at Venus Theatre's 'Grieving for Genevieve'

2013-06-14 13:30:00

If you thought your family was dysfunctional, wait until you meet the Pecks in Venus Theatre's new production, "Grieving for Genevieve." Set in a working-class neighborhood in Baltimore, the play revolves around three sisters and their mother, who...

Hawaiian dancers highlight community picnic theme [Russett]

2013-06-13 11:47:00

On June 8, the Russett Community Association held its annual community picnic. This year's event encompassed a Hawaiian theme and just like on the island, upon arriving, everyone received a flower lei and was greeted with an "aloha." More than 250...

The xx is still quiet, just not on stage

2013-06-12 09:01:00

Midway through the xx's set at April's Coachella Valley Music and Arts Annual Festival in Indio, Calif., the London-based trio threw a cover song into its set: Aaliyah's smoldering 1997 single "Hot Like Fire." Solange, the R&B singer and friend of the xx,...

Obama-Xi summit shows the danger of personal diplomacy

2013-06-10 07:13:00

Since President Richard Nixon's visit to China in February 1972, American presidents have hoped that building personal rapport with Chinese leaders would strengthen bilateral ties and win political points at home. While Nixon's trip was a diplomatic...

Centennial Fun Run gearing up for 35th season

2013-06-11 14:50:21

Submitting sports notices The deadline for submitting sports copy is 9 a.m. on Monday. We prefer email (howardcountysports@patuxent.com). Running The Centennial Fun Run will begin its 35th season on Tuesday, June 18, at 7:30 p.m. The one-mile run is...

Baltimore Pride 2013 to feature mass wedding

2013-06-13 10:29:00

In a year when Maryland's same-sex couples can, for the first time, legally marry, the organizers of Baltimore Pride 2013 decided some special celebrating was required. A landmark occasion, they reasoned, called for a landmark commemoration. So they...

Michelle Obama tackles America's inner brat

2013-06-11 06:58:00

First lady Michelle Obama has shown us all how to deal with the nastiness that has infected American politics: do not indulge it. At a fundraiser in a private Washington residence last Tuesday night, a gay rights activist standing only a few steps...

Howard students explore the many possibilities of STEM

2013-06-11 03:00:00

At one end of the room, children pressed their faces up to a glass tank with bright eyes as they watched an underwater robot. Off in another corner, kids strained their necks to look at giant telescopes and shuffled through maps of the constellations....

2013 Welcome to Harford County

2013-06-07 13:03:00

Harford County, situated 25 miles north of Baltimore and nestled against the northwestern shores of the Chesapeake Bay, boasts a blend of history and modern living. Spanning 440 square miles of the Baltimore/Washington Metro area, it has a population of...

Amy Schumer talks about her journey from Towson to TV and concert stardom

2013-05-28 09:10:00

Amy Schumer can tell a story. Knowing how to craft a short narrative and make it pay off with a laugh has, after all, helped make her one of the hottest comedians on TV and the concert circuit these days. So, let the star of Comedy Central’s...

Columbia Digest

2013-05-31 00:00:00

Concert Oakland Mills Community Association presents a "Welcome Summer" concert featuring Damon Foreman at 7 p.m. Friday, June 7, at The Other Barn, 5851 Robert Oliver Place. Chairs are provided, but concert-goers are welcome to bring their own lawn...

Miss Connecticut Erin Brady reacts after being crowned during the Miss USA pageant at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada June 16, 2013.

2013-06-17 00:00:00

TV personality Taylor Armstrong

2013-06-16 19:03:00

Miss Connecticut Erin Brady is Miss USA 2013

2013-06-16 00:00:00