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Wrapping Up Summer Adventure Camp 2023

Written by Michelle HickersonCommunity, Environmental, and Farm Education Program ManagerWe “camp” believe that our Summer Adventure Camp is already over!Over 4 weeks of summer, campers embarked on...

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Beyond the Board: Dan Jackson

We are delighted to highlight the individuals who serve on our Board of Directors. These leaders use their diverse backgrounds and experiences to guide the work of the Foundation as we seek to fulfill...

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Camp Chronicles: Q & A With Jasmine Scott

This year’s Summer Adventure Camp featured a phenomenal addition to our staff, Jasmine Scott! Often referred to by the campers as  “Captain Sprinkles”, Jasmine brought joy, energy, and pizzazz to the...

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2023 Pinot on the Potomac Sponsors

Meet our 2023 Pinot on the Potomac Sponsors!  We wanted to extend a special thank you to those who supported our annual gala this year, and provide more information about each organization. Glassware...

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A new way og aging for Baby Boomers. Are you ready for the challenge?

 The author of this article challenges Baby Boomers to redefine aging, A Baby Boomer Puts His Generation On Notice

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Alice Ferguson Foundation Receives $200,000 Grant from Chick-fil-A

The Alice Ferguson Foundation has been named a 2024 Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards® grant recipient and we’ve received a total of $200,000 to further share the wonder and excitement of the great...

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Racism in Healhcare delivery can KILL

This is a tragic story that happens at many rehab centers across the country  

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Maryland Governor Wes Moore's Longevity Ready Initiative

"Aging is changing across the country, and Maryland is no exception. Maryland's diverse 60-plus population is projected to grow faster than any other age group. By 2035, and for the first time in...

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Employee Spotlight: Jaidyn Kee

Meet Jaidyn Kee, a key member of the Alice Ferguson Foundation team! Jaidyn is a 2023-2024 Chesapeake Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps member spending the school year with us at the...

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A Perspective on Programs: Lesley Wills

Meet Lesley Wills, a Prince George’s County teacher who has been a familiar face at our environmental campus for nearly two decades. Leading his students on immersive overnight field trips, Lesley’s...

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Rules Issued for Adult Protective Services

On May 7, 2024, the Administration for Community Living released a final rule to establish the first federal regulations for adult protective services programs. The new regulations will take effect on...

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Many voices unite to create the first school district climate action plan in...

 Generation 180 has a piece out today on how our coalition of elected officials, students, parents, and advocates came together to work with PGCPS to be a national leader in school climate action.Check...

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My book, "LIFE IS FILLED WITH SWIFT TRANSITIONS" is published, it is also...

My book is published,it is also avaialable on AMAZON!Life Is Filled With Swift Transitions As members of their clients' trusted networks, attorneys are often consulted when catastrophic health events...

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In Memory of Frank Nicolai

1941 – 2024It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Frank Al Nicolai on Saturday, July 6, 2024. What started as a single visit to the Hard Bargain Farm evolved into a long-term dedication...

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Testimony at August 29, 2024 Board of Education Meeting

We joined numerous groups, including Progressive Maryland and PG Change Makers, at the August 29, 2024, Prince George’s County Board of Education in the call to install solar on existing school...

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Medicaid Estate Recovery: NAELA to study how it impacts families

 Read about the study:NAELA STUDYhttps://www.naela.org/Web/AnnouRncements/featured/RobertWoodJohnsonGrant.aspx

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The Diamondback: PGCPS to construct 8 new net-zero energy schools by 2028

The University of Maryland Diamondback had a story on the construction of net-zero schools in Prince George’s County. We discussed the important of net-zero schools to PGCPS and how they can be a model...

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Testimony at November 14, 2024 Board of Education Meeting

We testified at the November 14 Board of Education Meeting to wish the departing board members, especially Climate Change Action Plan Ad-Hoc Committee Chair Dr. Kenneth Harris III, our thanks for the...

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Comments on the Final Recommendations by the Prince George’s Council School...

We submitted comments on the final recommendations proposed by the Prince George’s Council School Pedestrian Task Force. Overall their recommendations were great, but some tweaks were needed. Some of...

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Comments to the IAC on Proposed Regulatory Changes to COMAR-14.39.02

We submitted testimony concerning proposed updates to COMAR-14.39.02 that the Interagency Commission on School Construction (IAC) is considering to implement HB 19, the Safe Walk To School Act, and HB...

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ATTACKS ON DIVERSITY EQUITY & INCLUSION

 This is a recent discussion of the attacks on DEI

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SAVE THE CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU & RESTORE THE CFPB WEBSITES!

SAVE THE CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU! Demand that their website is restored. I can personally vouch for the work that the CFPB has done to protect and detect seniors from scams and fraud. They...

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I STAND WITH THE AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION

Please read the ABA statement on supporting the rule of law. ABA STATEMENT 

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PGPCS FY26 Operating Budget Testimony

On February 6 we spoke at the PGCPS Budget Hearing in support of continued funding for climate action in our schools including solar installation, hiring crossing guards, finding state and private...

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Letter to IAC Concerning COMAR Net Zero Revisions

On February 11, 2025 we submitted a letter to the Interagency Commission on School Construction in favor of proposed amendments to COMAR 14.39.02.07 that would allow for more equitable access to net...

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Off-Duty Patrol Officer Charged With Driving While Impaired

A Prince George’s County Police patrol officer was charged early this morning with driving while impaired. Officer Simeon Daramola was off-duty at the time but driving his marked police cruiser.At...

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2025 Maryland General Assembly Testimony

The Maryland General Assembly is underway and we have been continuing our work providing support for laws that will lead to greenhouse-gas-free schools. We do this as part of the Maryland Climate...

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PGPD Robbery Unit Charges 3 Suspects in String of ATM Robberies

David Jerome WalkerMaurice RootsJeff Crews  Following an extensive investigation, the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Robbery Unit identified and charged three men in connection with...

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Shooting

  --- Spanish Translation is Below --- The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday morning. The victim is 19-year-old...

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Detectives Investigate Fatal Shooting

  --- Spanish Translation is Below --- The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating the circumstances of a fatal shooting in the unincorporated section of Capitol...

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PGPD Arrests Teen in Connection to Fatal Shooting

 The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit charged a teenage suspect in connection with a fatal shooting on Tuesday night. The suspect, a 16-year-old male from Laurel, is charged...

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Shooting in Clinton

  --- Spanish Translation is Below --- Homicide Unit detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in Clinton. The victim is 33-year-old Donald Logan Coleman of Clinton. A reward of up to...

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PGPD Investigating Double Fatal Shooting

  --- Spanish Translation is Below --- Detectives with the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit are investigating a double fatal shooting late Friday night in the Suitland area. The...

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Collision

  --- Spanish Translation is Below --- The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred early Wednesday morning. The deceased pedestrian is...

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PGPD Arrests Suspect in Connection to Double Fatal Shooting

 Marc Carter  --- Spanish Translation is Below --- The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit identified and charged a man in connection with a double fatal shooting on Friday night....

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Assault Victim Dies of Injuries; Suspect in Custody

 DeAndre Washington--- Spanish Translation is Below --- The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit has assumed the investigation into a now fatal assault that occurred earlier this...

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PGPD Officer Suspended Following Off-Duty Arrest

--- Spanish Translation is Below --- A Prince George’s County Police officer is suspended following his arrest while off-duty. Lt. Jeremy Ingraham is charged with second-degree assault in connection...

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PGPD Investigating Homicide in Riverdale

--- Spanish Translation is Below --- Homicide Unit detectives are investigating the circumstances of a murder in Riverdale. The victim is 58-year-old Adeyemi Martin of New Carrollton. A reward of up to...

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Driver Dies of Injuries from Collision

--- Spanish Translation is Below --- The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a now fatal collision that occurred Monday afternoon in...

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PGPD Issues Warning About Bank Text Scam

Text Scam Example #1 Text Scam Example #2Text Scam Example #3--- Spanish Translation is Below --- The Financial Crimes Unit (FCU) is issuing a warning about a bank text scam that is impacting county...

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision Involving Scooter in Brentwood

--- Spanish Translation is Below --- The Prince George's County Police Department's Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision involving a scooter that occurred...

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PGPD Arrests Suspect in Connection to 2024 Fatal Shooting

 Elijah Kamara--- Spanish Translation is Below --- With the assistance of a tip provided to Prince George’s County Crime Solvers, the Homicide Unit identified and charged a suspect in connection with a...

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PGPD Statement on Kilmar Abrego Garcia

 A review of Prince George's County Police Department records reflect the following: On March 28, 2019, an officer with the Hyattsville City Police Department contacted the Prince George’s County...

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PGPD Initial Statement Issued by Chief Aziz at National Harbor Press...

 At approximately 8:20 am on Sunday, Division IV Oxon Hill officers responded to a stabbing call in the 8300 block of Indian Head Highway. Officers discovered two victims, a man and woman, with...

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Students, Schools and our Climate Moment

Happy #EarthDay 

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PGPD Arrests Two Suspects Linked to Carrier Scams

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Financial Crimes Unit (FCU) recently arrested two suspects linked to carrier scams. In the two cases, the victims handed over large amounts money and gold...

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision

--- Spanish Translation is Below --- The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that took place in Camp Springs on Wednesday afternoon. The deceased driver is...

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Gun Recovered at Kenmoor Middle School

--- Spanish Translation is Below --- The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating after a loaded gun was recovered at Kenmoor Middle School in Landover on Thursday.On April 24, 2025,...

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Officer Discharges Weapon at Dog Attacking Man; Victim of Attack Seriously...

Prince George’s County Police Westphalia Division VIII patrol officers were dispatched on Saturday to the report of two large dogs attacking a man. This occurred at approximately 10:35 am in the 3200...

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