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PGC Blog
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Blogging all things Prince George's County, MD, from a DC girl's point of view, the PGCBlog covers topics about the County and of interest to the County. Unlike the local news, which tends to only focus on crime and the negative, the PGC Blog presents a holistic look at the topics impacting and of interst to the County's residents.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 299 )
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American Airlines Parent Company Files for Bankruptcy
To allegedly gain leverage and restructure, AMR Corp. has filed for bankruptcy protection. No need to clutch your pearls and turn in your tickets, according... Read more
Posted on 29 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS -
Monday Madness
Black Friday, Cyber Monday: all this really reads for me is – CRIME TIME. People all across this area are wilding out and making it unsafe for the average... Read more
Posted on 28 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS -
Disney Pulls Out of National Harbor Deal
Everyone’s out shopping but Disney has closed its purse and withdrawn their plans to build at the National Harbor. What a shame. Read more
Posted on 26 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS -
Better News
FCP purchases apartment buildings in Oxon Hill because DHS is coming soon, Opponents of Redistricting are WINNING, Unemployment rate in Maryland FELL, Bally... Read more
Posted on 22 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS -
PGCo, Did You Know…these Are Desperate Times
I took a little break to celebrate my anniversary and came back to a whole bunch of bad news. The Redskins lost in overtime to Dallas, the Supercommittee has... Read more
Posted on 21 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS -
Illegal Gold Operation in Hyattsville
Prince George’s County Police’s Special Enforcement Divison uncovered an illegal jewelry operation in Hyattsville. It seems that stolen gold chains and other... Read more
Posted on 17 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS -
Boxing Returns to Showplace Arena
I remember my Daddy and his friends going to “the fights.” Even though I wanted to go with him, Daddy said boxing was too brutal for me to go with him to live... Read more
Posted on 17 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS -
DEAL!!! Mani/Pedi, Message, Facials, & Wraps in Greenbelt
Angels Touch Skincare and Wellness is offering a deal on Livingsocial: $35 for a manicure/pedicure (regularly $71); $40 for a one-hour Swedish massage (regularl... Read more
Posted on 17 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS -
PGCo, Did You Know
Schools could be year round, Murder overnight, Prostitution Free Zones and Strip club legislation passed, Redskins test positive for recreational drugs, Peeps... Read more
Posted on 16 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS -
To Those with Clipboards, Ink Pens and a Cause…
After disembarking from the subway, I hustled it across the street toward my office building. A young, snarky, Robert Pattinson wannabe was standing on the... Read more
Posted on 16 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS -
Gambling in Prince George’s County
Anne Arundel County has gambling and slots, Rosecroft Raceways allows you to bet on races, and now Ceasars Entertainment has proposed building a Harrah’s in... Read more
Posted on 15 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS -
Shame on You Prince George’s County
When all this bad news is being reported on Prince George’s County, do you ever get the feeling that the press and surrounding counties are trying to scold you? Read more
Posted on 15 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS -
Saturday, November 12th in Prince George’s County: Things to Do
College Park Blues Festival, Clinton college fair with laptop give aways ,Taste of Potomac is commemorating their anniversary, and an intriguing play called “Fa... Read more
Posted on 12 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS -
Enjoy Your Veterans Day!
Thanks to every veteran for everything you’ve done and continue to do. Here’s a little PGCo news. Greenbelt man sentenced to life + 30 years, Founder of ... Read more
Posted on 12 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS, SOCIETY -
PGCo, Did You Know…
Intercounty Connector spans through PGCo Nov. 22nd, Heritage Foundation thinks PGCo teachers are overpaid, Lawsuit filed by 9 Marylanders over redistricting, BW... Read more
Posted on 10 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS, SOCIETY -
It’s Not About Paterno
It has been confirmed that 8 boys were victimized by former Penn State defensive coordinator, Jerry Sandusky. The victims were forced to engage in oral sex,... Read more
Posted on 10 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS, SOCIETY -
Capital Area Mortgage Help Center Opens in Greenbelt
Today at 10am, Fannie Mae and HomeFree-USA will host an open house for the new Fannie Mae Capital Area Mortgage Help Center. Located at the Triangle Center, 640... Read more
Posted on 09 November 2011 SOCIETY -
I’m Back at It! PGCo, Did You Know…
Joe Frazier died, PGCo schools have $43 million budget shortfall, Redskins join with PGCo Social Services for Thanksgiving grocery give away, PGCo schools loose... Read more
Posted on 08 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS, SOCIETY -
It’s Friday and I’m in Florida but Did You Know…
County Council is split on slots, Dallas company gets $45 million contract from Maryland Courts, Anne Arundel County’s Jamie Benoit explores running against Rep. Read more
Posted on 04 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS, SOCIETY -
JOB ALERT: Marketing Coordinator for Uno’s
Uno’s Chicago Grill in Bowie is looking for a full time marketing coordinator to join their team From the website: “The Personal Touch Marketing (PTM)... Read more
Posted on 02 November 2011 CURRENT, DESTINATIONS, SOCIETY