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A fenced in yard can provide your family with endless joy outside, allowing the kids and pets to roam safely, while also providing some privacy. For some families, fences also prevent a neighboring dog from running through your well-manicured garden. Additionally, fences can act as a blank canvas when landscaping, allowing you to arrange plants and flowers up against a fence to accentuate a certain part of your yard and draw attention to your hard work.

The rising cost of vehicles, parts, and repairs, as well as the growing frequency and severity of accidents, have all played a role in driving up the cost of car insurance, nationwide. Combined with the higher costs of household essentials, affordability is a major concern.

Experience the charm of Prince George’s, Maryland and make it your getaway destination year-round. Every season offers another opportunity to experience something different and create new memories.

Baltimore’s economic trajectory is at an inflection point. Business, government and community leaders face a clear choice: continue business-as-usual or work together to diversify the local economy and unlock broader prosperity in one of the nation’s best-positioned regions for long-term growth.

To improve the lives of those living in America’s most distressed communities by creating approximately 1.6 million additional good jobs nationally, The Rockefeller Foundation recently launched a Big Bet on Good Jobs for America, a new three-year, $100 million commitment to connect more people to good jobs and adapt to rapid economic and technological change.

Montgomery County is home to a dynamic business ecosystem which is constantly growing, with companies spanning high-growth industries including life sciences, technology, defense, and satellite and advanced communications.

When summer calls, Ocean City, Maryland answers with sun, surf and something for everyone. Just a short drive from Baltimore means you can spend less time getting here and more time soaking up the season. Whether you’re planning a quick weekend getaway or a full family vacation, this beloved beach town delivers the kind of easy escape that keeps people coming back.

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In one of the most competitive labor markets in the country, Montgomery County is focused on winning the talent race by growing, attracting and retaining a highly skilled and specialized workforce, geared toward high-growth industries including life sciences, technology, satellite and advanced communications, and defense

In 2013, Maryland’s fourth graders sat comfortably at the top of national rankings for reading. Ten years later, we fell dramatically below the national average. We were winning the race to the bottom with the fast decline among all states.

Maryland families are facing sustained increases in electricity costs. Since 2010, BGE distribution rates have roughly doubled, rising significantly faster than inflation. For many households, monthly utility bills are becoming difficult to manage. There is a practical step the state can take right now to help, without new spending: remove unnecessary delays in residential solar permitting

A vitally important but little-known policy protection for Marylanders is in jeopardy this year. The Maryland General Assembly is considering legislation that, if approved, could harm our economy and impose even higher costs on residents.

In 2025, Montgomery County businesses attracted $1.8 billion across 110 deals in venture capital, private equity, and corporate expansion commitments, fueling the County’s position as a top destination for companies in high-growth industries, including Life Sciences, Advanced Technology, Satellite & Advanced Communications, and more.

At the turn of the new year, many people who get their insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace and use subsidies could see monthly premiums double or triple as ACA subsidies expire. Two experts at University of Maryland’s School of Public Health have been following developments closely.

The Association of Independent Maryland & DC Schools (AIMS) plays a vital role in strengthening and supporting independent education across the region. It serves as a trusted resource for schools, educators, and families seeking high-quality educational environments grounded in strong values and community.