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Girls Found After 10 years


By Jason Brendler
May 7, 2013 - 2:02pm

              The horror that a family experiences when a member goes missing is something that not many people are able to comprehend. READ MORE

Dating at UMD: stay in C.P. or venture to D.C.?


By Natalie Tomlin
May 6, 2013 - 7:57pm

  Sophomore psychology major Katie Ingram said it’s hard to find fun and affordable dating options near campus, but senior dance and communications major Megan Piluk thinks there are choices both on and off campus for UMD couples. “I feel like everything that [College Park] offers, you can do either as a date or as hanging out with friends. From karaoke at Applebee’s to bowling at Stamp there are options for singles and people in relationships,” Piluk said. For Piluk, enjoying every minute together is important since her boyfriend lives in North Carolina and travels to College Park on the weekends to see her. READ MORE

An Overview of the Boston Bombings


By Jason Brendler
May 6, 2013 - 7:50pm

             On April 15, roughly three weeks ago, National Patriot Day, which consists of thousands of people gathering for the Boston Marathon, was cut short because of a tragedy that has swept our nation since. READ MORE

Greek Week: A Great Success


By Jason Brendler
May 6, 2013 - 11:00am

          Greek Week, a long-lasting tradition at the University of Maryland, ended roughly a week ago after seven days of fraternities and sororities coming together for a fun and competitive way of getting to know one another. READ MORE

Warm Weather Finally Sticks


By Katie Takacs
May 5, 2013 - 9:28pm

The transition from winter to spring seemed to tease the students of the University of Maryland as the warm weather was lacking permanence at the start of spring. READ MORE

Eating in College Park


By Jason Brendler
May 5, 2013 - 9:18pm

              College Park hasn’t always been known for their food, as Route 1 is primarily made up of fast food chains that can be found anywhere.             Aside from Chipotle, which is the second largest grossing Chipotle in the nation, many other restaurants fly under the radar because of their lack of originality. READ MORE

Delta Gamma University of Maryland Sorority Girl Email Goes Viral


By Jason Brendler
May 5, 2013 - 9:00pm

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Spring is Finally Here....But so are the Mosquitos


By Natalie Tomlin
May 5, 2013 - 8:28pm

  Spring’s warmer weather may bring back the Asian tiger mosquito, an insect that has breaded in the state of Maryland since 1987, according to Hyattsville Director of Public Works Lesley Riddle. Riddle, who has been the director for a few weeks, has worked in the area for many years and believes the most important way to solve the mosquito problem is to inform the public of ways they can help reduce the population. READ MORE

Coming soon to Prince George’s County: A New Regional Medical Center


By Natalie Tomlin
May 4, 2013 - 7:53pm

The Prince George’s County government will decide within the next 60 days the location of a new regional medical center to open in 2017, according to Chief Administrative Officer of Prince George’s County Bradford L. Seamon. The state, county and Dimensions Healthcare System reached a partnership agreement on July 21, 2011 with the University of Maryland Medical System and the University System of Maryland for developing a comprehensive plan for improving health care in Prince George's County, according to a press release from the Office of the Lieutenant Governor....

Summer Danger Happens So Fast


By Karli Brummer
May 2, 2013 - 12:00pm

  As the temperatures in College Park begin to reach the high 80’s and every outfit you wear consists of high-waisted shorts and cute gladiator sandals, there is only one thing on everyone’s mind: the summer! The summer is characterized as a time that is meant to be worry-free, carefree, and stress-free. However, what many people fail to realize, is that the summer is filled with serious and unexpected dangers. These dangers range from sun poisoning, excessive drinking, an increase in car accidents, and risks that can occur on vacation. READ MORE

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