Friday, April 18th, 2025
Good morning, Bowie. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen met with Kilmar Abrego Garcia in El Salvador after the Prince George’s County resident was mistakenly deported last month—he passed a message to Garcia’s wife. Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele confirmed Garcia was healthy but said he will remain in custody. WTOP
- ➤ GangNet, a database that police in the region used to track suspected gang members, was decommissioned on Jan 29th—due to rising costs and decreased use. The tool had led to a lawsuit accusing Prince George's County of illegal mass surveillance and has been linked to the deportation case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, whose gang ties remain disputed. WTOP
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Open House at 2804 Sudberry Lane
5-7 p.m. — 2804 Sudberry Lane — $550,000 — Explore a charming single-family home in Bowie with appealing features and spacious living.
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Altoona Curve vs Chesapeake Baysox
6:05 PM — Prince George's Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Watch the thrilling matchup between the Altoona Curve and Chesapeake Baysox.
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Altoona Curve vs. Chesapeake Baysox
6:35-10:35 p.m. — Prince George's Stadium — Ticketed event — Catch the excitement as the Altoona Curve take on the Chesapeake Baysox in a thrilling baseball match.
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Altoona Curve vs. Chesapeake Baysox
1:05-5:05 p.m. — Prince George's Stadium — Check ticket prices for thrilling minor league baseball action.
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The Underground Golfing Alliance Charity Golf Tournament
9 a.m. — Bowie Golf Club — $1,000 Hole-In-One Par 3 Contest — Compete in a charity tournament benefiting youth golf programs while enjoying a fun day on the links.
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5K Run/Walk: Run for One, Run for All
7-10 AM — Allen Pond Park — $30+ fees | Free for children under 12 — Celebrate fitness and community while supporting educational initiatives.
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Baseball Game: Akron RubberDucks vs. Chesapeake Baysox
11:05 a.m. — Prince George's Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting minor league baseball matchup in Bowie, MD.
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Akron RubberDucks at Chesapeake Baysox
7:05 p.m. — Prince George's Stadium — Check out this thrilling Minor League Baseball matchup featuring the RubberDucks and Baysox.
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Primetime Cookout 2025
12-4 p.m. — Allen Pond Park — $35 per person — Enjoy a delightful cookout experience at Bowie’s scenic park.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.
~ Theodore Roosevelt
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