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More Than 300 In Md. Died From Overdoses Jan.-Mar. Of This Year

More Than 300 In Md. Died From Overdoses Jan.-Mar. Of This Year

DHMH says most were for heroin and other opioids taken  with fentenyl. There are grim statistics from the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. The agency says 383 people have died from overdoses in the state between January and March, 2016. “Unfortunately, we’re seeing the same trend of fatal overdoses that we’ve been seeing…read more »

Severe Thunderstorm Watch In Effect Until 10 PM

Severe Thunderstorm Watch In Effect Until 10 PM

The National Weather Service in Sterling, Va. has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the region until 10:00 PM. The areas under the watch include Frederick, Carroll, Howard and Montgomery Counties in Maryland, and Loudon County, Virginia. The primary threats from a severe thunderstorm could be damaging wind gusts and large hail.  The Weather Service…read more »

Jefferson County Fireworks Show

Jefferson County Fireworks Show

JEFFERSON, Wv. (KR) Don’t miss a free fireworks show to celebrate the start of your Independence Day weekend. The Jefferson County Parks and Recreation are hosting an event on Saturday, July 2nd at Sam Michael’s Park in Jefferson. Jennifer Myers, Director of Jefferson County Parks and Recreation says you can expect a lot of fun,…read more »

IRS Middletown Dairy Farm

IRS Middletown Dairy Farm

By: Associated Press IRS-DAIRY FARM Feds to return $30K seized from Maryland dairy farmer MIDDLETOWN, Md. (AP) – A Maryland farmer whose bank account was seized by the IRS after he made numerous cash deposits of just under $10,000 says he will be getting his money back. Randy Sowers said in a statement that he…read more »