College Park City Council bans single-use plastic bags starting Sept. 1
The Better Bag Bill, which passed unanimously, bans single-use plastic bags and requires at least a 10-cent fee for paper and reusable carryout bags.
‘UNFOLD,’ new Stamp gallery, explores connection to clothes and textiles
The exhibit opened Jan. 30 and closes April 1.
UMD lifts COVID-19 vaccine mandate
The university previously required proof of a full dose of vaccination, including a booster shot against COVID-19.
Eggs-traordinary prices: Here’s how egg shortages are affecting UMD
The price of eggs purchased by University of Maryland Dining Services has doubled in the past three months.
After contentious debate, College Park City Council sets 2023 election location, date
The College Park Community Center will be the single polling location for the 2023 city elections, which will determine the next city council and mayor.
College Park elections board recommends permanent vote-by-mail list system
The 2021 city election saw a decrease in voter turnout. There was a 10 percent voter turnout rate — the lowest since 2013.
New center studying violence reduction opens at UMD
The center plans to work with political leaders to instruct them on what kind of programs would be the most beneficial in reducing violence in communities.
College Park City Council considers free tutoring program for K-12 students
The program will not be connected directly to schools, so it will be a voluntary service for students who want to use the resource.
College Park sends out election survey to residents after historically low turnout
The survey comes after multiple unsuccessful attempts by the council to improve voter turnout.
College Park City Council approves redistricting plan after months of fiery debate
The approved map, called October Plan 1, was created by the city redistricting commission after the council advocated for the preservation of current districts.