In the upcoming months, cicadas that come around every 17 years are returning to the northeast region of the United States. The last time these noisy bugs were around was nearly 20 years ago in 2004 before most students in high school were even born! This specific breed of cicadas, sometimes referred to as Brood X, will cover some of the largest areas that any cicadas … Continue reading First the Pandemic, Now Bug Armageddon?!

On Friday, March 13, 2020,  a young African American woman named Breonna Taylor was killed in her home in Louisville, Kentucky. This was due to police carrying out a “no-knock” search warrant at Taylor’s home. The police, who claim they stated who they were before breaking her door down, raided her house over a drug case. Taylor’s boyfriend, Kenneth Walker, was sued by a police … Continue reading Updates in the Kenneth Walker Case

Last week it was announced that on March 10th Covid-19 restrictions in Texas were going to be lifted. Scientists believe this is bound to be a deadly decision. Studies have shown that only 12 percent of Texans have gotten vaccinated so far, which many people fear will likely lead to a surge in cases. It is suggested that masks be worn in places that are high … Continue reading Covid Restrictions Lifted in Texas

Illegally passing a school bus in Howard County will be worth a $250 fine starting April 1. Cameras have been recently placed on buses to take a picture of the plates that illegally pass the bus. The bus has to be stopped for picking up or dropping off children to be considered illegally passing. During the rest of March, violators are currently being issued warnings. … Continue reading MD School Bus Ticketing To Begin

On March 8th, it was announced that the St. John Baptist Church in Columbia, MD is holding COVID-19 vaccine clinics in hopes that this will improve vaccine equity. During a news conference at the church, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced a plan to stop inequities in vaccine distribution. County leaders plan to reduce access barriers by setting up clinics at houses of worship similar … Continue reading Howard County Utilizes St. John Baptist Church for COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics