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Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
Good morning, Bowie. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local organizers announced a busy May with events including a Food Truck Frenzy on May 9th, a Farmers Market opening on May 18th, Heritage Day on May 19th, and a Memorial Day Parade on May 24th—Mental Health month activities, a new Park Ranger program for kids, and outdoor volunteer opportunities are also planned. City of Bowie
- ➤ Prince George's County Animal Services in Upper Marlboro is asking the community to adopt dogs from its shelter as it remains between 30 and 50 percent over capacity. The facility currently holds about 220 to 230 dogs in 170 kennels—overcrowding that raises stress and disease risk for the animals. WJLA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Prince George’s County Council approved a plan to replace the 9% sales tax on phone lines with a $3.50 flat excise fee—this change is expected to raise annual revenue from $14 million to nearly $52 million while critics warn it will increase costs for small businesses and consumers. WTOP
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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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Craft and Create: Origami Basics
8-9 p.m. — Spauldings Conference Room — Free entry — Learn the ancient art of Origami with hands-on guidance to create simple projects.
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Prayer & Picnic Gathering
1-3 p.m. — Allen Pond Park — Free entry — Experience a serene day of sisterhood, prayer, and picnicking in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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Binghamton Rumble Ponies vs. Chesapeake Baysox
6:35-10:35 p.m. — Prince George's Stadium — Tickets available — Experience a thrilling Minor League Baseball matchup in Bowie.
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Binghamton Rumble Ponies vs. Chesapeake Baysox
1-4 p.m. — Prince George's Stadium — Tickets from $18 — Catch a thrilling minor league baseball matchup in Bowie.
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