ANNAPOLIS, MD — Governor Wes Moore today announced $17 million in grants that will allow more income-qualified Marylanders to tap into the cost-cutting and environmental benefits of the Community Solar Grant Program. The program promotes access to solar power for individuals who rent their homes or cannot install solar panels on their own properties.
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OXON HILL, Md. (DC News Now) — New help is on the way for veterans in Prince George’s County. A local council member, a church and a veterans organization are joining forces to make it easier for service members to access the benefits they’ve earned
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The massive Six Flags America site in Prince George’s County is officially up for sale — and a marketing flier lists mixed-use and data center development as what would work best for one of Greater Washington’s largest redevelopment sites.
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The massive Six Flags America site in Prince George’s County is officially up for sale — and a marketing flier lists mixed-use and data center development as what would work best for one of Greater Washington’s largest redevelopment sites.
A marketing flier for the property from CBRE was posted on the Facebook page for Amusement Insider on Thursday. Six Flags Entertainment Corp., which announced plans to close the park in May, said at the time it retained CBRE to market the property.
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Colliers International Group Inc. has kicked off the marketing of a large General Services Administration-owned office building in Prince George’s County, billing it as a redevelopment opportunity that could deliver up to 750 new by-right residential units.
The Center at Riverside, the vacant 337,000-square-foot office property that sits on nearly 12.5 acres at 4700 River Road in Riverdale, “represents a rare opportunity to acquire significant scale in a premier, transit-oriented location steps from the University of Maryland,” according to marketing materials, which highlight its proximity to a forthcoming Purple Line station.
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Luminis Health’s 207-bed Prince George’s County hospital is working toward construction of a women’s health pavilion, part of a greater campus expansion. The project aims to bring inpatient obstetrics services, labor and delivery, and postpartum care to the hospital for the first time — and handle 2,000 deliveries a year. Road improvements should wrap up this month, after which crews will begin rerouting utilities such as water, electric, gas and telecommunications.
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The Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation will celebrate Maryland Economic Development Week after County Executive Aisha N. Braveboy announced the county’s participation in the statewide observance running Monday through Friday.
In partnership with the Maryland Economic Development Association, the county will recognize local businesses driving economic growth and creating opportunities for residents.
READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE BY THE WASHINGTON INFORMER
The Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) at the Prince George’s County Equestrian Center and Show Place Arena in Upper Marlboro, MD is here!!!
The 67th annual WIHS is being held in Prince George’s County for the fourth year in a row from Monday, October 20 through Sunday, October 26, 2025.
The WIHS is considered one of North America’s most prestigious and competitive equestrian events, featuring competition for international, professional, amateur, junior, and child riders.
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The Maryland Department of Labor’s Cyber Maryland program announced the launch of the state’s Cyber and Artificial Intelligence Clinic Grant totaling $1 million.
This investment aims to contribute to a growing cyber workforce prepared to assimilate AI and cybersecurity, fortify the digital infrastructure of schools, hospitals, small businesses and other community institutions.
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The Maryland Department of Labor’s Cyber Maryland program announced the launch of the state’s Cyber and Artificial Intelligence Clinic Grant, totaling $1 million.
This investment aims to contribute to a growing cyber workforce prepared to assimilate AI and cybersecurity, fortify the digital infrastructure of schools, hospitals, small businesses, and other community institutions.
Read more at Three| E 60 HERE
The Purple Line is still on track to open at the end of 2027, 10 years after construction began. It will connect New Carrollton in Prince George’s County to Bethesda in Montgomery County, Maryland.
Maryland awards $1 million in grants to businesses near Purple Line construction
Earlier this week, the Purple Line team gave an update on their progress to the Montgomery County Council’s Transportation and Environment Committee.
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Once upon a time, Old Town Bowie was a railroad hub. But nowadays, the trains speed right on by, just like most of the people who drive through there.
While Bowie, along with the rest of the D.C. region, has grown exponentially in recent years, Old Town Bowie has not.
In fact, in that part of the Maryland town, the emphasis is on “the old.” There’s a few antique shops along the brick sidewalks, and not much else. There once was a sit-down restaurant, but it’s since been closed.
Read the Full Article by John Doeman at WTOP HERE
On September 15, 2026, Clyopatra Winery in Laurel, Maryland, hosted an exclusive evening reception welcoming a high-powered Nigerian Delegation led by the Kaduna State government and The Brief Academy. The event, organized by The Brief Academy, brought together senior government officials from Kaduna, Osun, and Niger States, as well as representatives from the Nigerian-American Chamber of Commerce and key presidential aides.
Guests enjoyed a dynamic program featuring remarks from local leaders, several guests who attended the reception, followed by dinner and networking. More than just a reception, the evening sparked conversations on trade, investment, and lasting partnerships between Maryland and Nigeria, with the elegant setting of Clyopatra Winery providing the perfect backdrop for building international bridges.
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A new assisted living home in Prince George’s County, Maryland, is aiming to blend comfort, cultural connection, and around-the-clock care when it opens later this month.
Heaven’s Hands Wellness, a Black-owned, husband-and-wife-run residence, will begin welcoming seniors on Aug. 22 in Upper Marlboro. Owners Flora and Beks Amadi said their goal is to provide what they call “compassionate care, guided by grace” in a setting that feels more like a home than an institution.
“To be a resource for families, and for the growing population that needs this type of service — especially in our communities — you can’t really quantify that,” Beks said in an interview with WTOP.
The five-bedroom, four-bath residence features private and shared bathrooms, motorized beds, and amenities such as Jacuzzis in some rooms. “Each room is specific to the individual — with color, style and taste,” Flora said. “We range between twin beds to queen-size beds, and some even have Jacuzzis.”
In addition to the physical comforts, the Amadis said the home will offer licensed staff available 24/7 to assist with daily living activities, including medication administration, help dressing and grooming, and hair or nail care. Meals will be personalized to residents’ preferences, and respite care will be available for families needing short-term stays.
New Prince George’s County Executive Aisha Braveboy’s (D) reception in Ocean City was star-studded already — at least by Maryland politics standards.
In attendance were the governor and first lady, the lieutenant governor, the comptroller and the state’s senior U.S. senator.
And then former NFL player Colin Kaepernick showed up and stole the show.
County officials teased a new partnership with the quarterback-turned-civil-rights-activist, focused on boosting student literacy training with artificial intelligence tools.
Kaepernick launched an AI start-up called Lumi last year, which aims to help storytellers publish and merchandise their work independently, “transforming any creator into Disney,” according to its website.
He has been busy recently coordinating with local school systems. Earlier Thursday, Kaepernick appeared in Rockville at a Montgomery County Public Schools summer meeting for administrators. Just a week ago, he unveiled a literacy partnership with the Portland public school system.
Taking the microphone at Ocean City’s Spain Wine Bar, Kaepernick praised Braveboy’s “incredible leadership” to a crowd of local officials gathered at the reception during the Maryland Association of Counties conference.
“AI is not some distant future,” Kaepernick said. “It is changing careers. It is changing the economy. It is changing industries. Now, we need to be at the forefront of it. Our students need to be at the forefront.”
Read more of the article by Christine Condon of Maryland Matters HERE
Atlas Restaurant Group and Peterson Companies, developer and manager of National Harbor, are excited to announce plans to open a second location of the acclaimed American steakhouse, The Ruxton, along with a brand-new craft cocktail bar, in the heart of the bustling Waterfront District in National Harbor. Slated to debut in late 2026, this two-part, 10,400 sq. ft. concept will open at 149 Waterfront Street and will bring Atlas’ signature style and hospitality to one of the region’s premier waterfront destinations.
The Ruxton at National Harbor will feature 250 seats, including outdoor dining with views of the National Harbor promenade. The adjoining cocktail bar will offer an intimate 40-seat experience centered on expertly crafted cocktails. The Ruxton will be open for lunch and dinner daily, with a popular happy hour five nights a week.
“I’m thrilled to expand The Ruxton brand to National Harbor,” said Alex Smith, founder and president of Atlas Restaurant Group. “The development is a perfect setting for this concept with its energy, tourism, entertainment, and a growing residential base. After the immediate favorable reception in Baltimore, it felt natural to bring The Ruxton to a dynamic destination like this.”
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That’s not a double-play combination, but the latest chapter in the long political-adjacent career of David Iannucci.
Iannucci, recently retired as president and CEO of the Prince George’s Economic Development Corp., has joined the law firm of O’Malley, Miles, Nylen & Gilmore, the firm announced Tuesday.
“We are so thrilled to have David Iannucci on our team,” said William Shipp, managing director of the firm, which has offices in Greenbelt and Annapolis. “His experience in economic development in Maryland is unparalleled.”
Iannucci welcomed the “great opportunity to join such a prestigious firm.”
“I can’t wait to use my experience advising and advocating for clients seeking to navigate the government real estate development labyrinth,” he said in a press release from the firm.
Read more of the article written by William J. Ford and Danielle J. Brown over at Maryland Matters HERE
Logistics Property Company, LLC (LogiPropCo), a logistics real estate owner, developer, and manager, has closed on a 22.5-acre site in Beltsville, Maryland. Located adjacent to MD-200 with immediate access to I-95, the site offers quick access to the Washington D.C. line, the Port of Baltimore, and Baltimore/Washington International Airport.
Construction on the site is expected to commence in early June. When complete, Beltsville Logistics Center will be comprised of approximately 270,000 square feet across two buildings.
Our team is excited to be in the Washington D.C. / Baltimore market,” said Mark Glagola, Senior Vice President of Logistics Property Company’s Northeast Region. “This area remains one of the country’s best industrial markets and the location in the Konterra area is best in class.”
Glagola and Paul Whitford, Development Manager, worked with the Newmark Mid-Atlantic Industrial Capital Markets team of Ben McCarty, Cris Abramson, Nick Signor and Henry Pleszkoch, who represented the seller.
“Beltsville Logistics Center represents a rare, fully-entitled development opportunity in an in-fill market that has not seen speculative development since 2007 due to the high barriers to entry and limited supply of available land,” said Ben McCarty, Managing Director at Newmark.
Beltsville Logistics Center is expected to deliver in Q3 2026.
Logistics Property Company, LLC is a logistics real estate operating company and investment manager focused on the acquisition, development, and management of modern logistics properties in key North American markets. The company executes a disciplined investment strategy, ensuring optimal outcomes for our investors, employees, communities, and environment. Headquartered in Chicago, Logistics Property Company has 80 employees strategically located across eight markets. Its portfolio is comprised of 67 buildings across 27.2 million square feet with an estimated end value of more than $4.1 billion.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore listens intently as Jasmine Dill, co-owner of the Liquid Intrusion Brewing Company in Prince George’s County, explains her product. (Courtesy Photo/Liquid Intrusion Brewing Company)
After a hard day of work, many people head to their local convenience store to pick up beer, so they can go home, relax and drink their favorite brand while reflecting on their lives.
The most popular beers in the U.S., according to a November 2024 Forbes, are Modelo Especial, Bud Light, Michelob Ultra, Coors Light, and Corona Extra. In addition, a Statista survey reveals that Bud Light is a favorite among Black beer drinkers.
However, Andrew and Jasmine Dill, co-owners of Liquid Intrusion Brewing Company based in Brandywine, Maryland, are hoping people consider their brand when hoping to unwind to a tasty craft beer.
“We make a great beer,” Andrew Dill, 35, told The Informer. “When we create beer we use quality ingredients such as yeast, hops, malts and water. Our philosophy is that everyone likes beer, you just may not know your brand.”
The couple own and operate the first Black-owned brewery in Prince George’s County. The husband and entrepreneur noted that while they are the first, they are not the only African American owned breweries in the county, noting Black Beauty in Bowie and knowledge of a third that is in formation.
Read more of the story by James Wright Jr. of The Washington Informer HERE.
IonQ Inc. is headquartered at 4505 Campus Dr. in College Park. The company raised $1 billion through a stock sale on July 7.
The company has already made five acquisitions this year and its CEO says the new funding is a "validation" of its growth strategy. IonQ recently announced that they purchased Oxford Ionics for more than $1B, marking fifth acquisition since January.
Read More of the Washington Business Journal story by Nate Doughty HERE