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Deal carries DeMatha past St. John’s

Senior running back Taiwan Deal rushed for 131 yards and two touchdowns as the No. 2 stags beat the Cadets, 26-21.

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Underage volunteers help find sellers of alcohol to minors

Of the 400 Montgomery County businesses tested in the past fiscal year, 111 sold alcohol to minors.

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How New Carrollton’s history mural became history

(Charles K. Crockett / The Washington Post)

Answer Man has the story behind a massive mural that fleetingly graced New Carrollton in the 1980s.

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Transit planner discusses priorities for a better commute

An upcoming plan will identify challenges in the D.C. region and set strategies, Ronald Kirby says.

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Horse euthanized, barn quarantined in possible virus case

No horses will be let in or out of a barn at the Bowie Training Center in an effort to prevent a virus outbreak.

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Man arrested in rape, drug case involving 14-year-old girl

Ronald W. Cheek is accused of forcing a 14-year-old to have sex with him for crack cocaine.

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Death, taxes and perhaps tolls, too

Some transportation researchers are thinking about the unthinkable: tolling highway lanes that are now untolled.

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Dr. Gridlock’s traffic, transit tips

Dulles-bound transit users would need a train plus bus; SmarTrip changes coming soon.

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Washington area religion events

Cathedral carillon festival, Ukraninian festival, outdoor jazz concert, “America and Its Guns,” and more.

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Gonzaga surprises No. 1 Good Counsel

Gonzaga Coach Aaron Brady told his No. 16 Eagles to expect to start fast, and they delivered one in a WCAC upset in Olney.

 

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Maryland secessionists seek to sever Free State ties

Secession efforts are underway in multiple states, fueled by political polarization.

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Michael S. Rosenwald

A drone of your very own

The technology is known mostly for air assaults, but you can get a personal flier online for $300 or less.

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Michael S. Rosenwald

Frederick County sheriff loathed, loved after Down syndrome death

Chuck Jenkins remains popular in the county despite attacks by critics over lethal-force incidents.

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Michael S. Rosenwald

Federal investigation underway in death of man with Down syndrome

The civil rights probe comes at the urging of Ethan Saylor’s parents.

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A therapeutic experience on ice

Special-needs children and their families find support through the Montgomery Cheetahs hockey program.

‘American Milkshake’: Life in ’90s Takoma Park

This little film project, opening in limited release Friday, found the limelight, thanks in part to indie filmmaker Kevin Smith.

Prince George’s County students return to school

More than 123,000 kids return to class, making the school system the first in the D.C. area to reopen after summer break.

All’s fair in Prince William County

Fun seekers flock to Manassas for the rides, food and games. On the final day, visitors enjoy a monster of a show.

Maryland Fly In

A group of personal-drone enthusiasts gather at an airport in Montgomery County to fly their aircraft.

It’s a family affair at the county fair

A brother and sister from Olney compete for the second year at the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair.

A mission of mercy

Needy locals lined up overnight at a Laurel high school to receive dental treatment.

Digging into history

An excavation in Easton, Md., looks into the origins of what may be the oldest free black community in the United States.

What bridge do you most fear?

Whether it’s the span, the height, the sides or what’s below it – these bridges are among many that have inspired fear in drivers.

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