Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
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🏛️ Government
Today, the union representing career firefighters in Prince George’s County reported a staffing shortage with response times averaging over nine minutes — a gap compared to national standards.
Fire Chief Tiffany Green said a new recruit class starting in June will add firefighters — though challenges with recruitment and overtime remain.
🎉 Bowie Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Binghamton Rumble Ponies at Chesapeake Baysox
1-2:35 p.m. — Prince George's Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting minor league baseball game featuring the Rumble Ponies taking on the Baysox.
On-Site Tour at Unique Care Assisted Living
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Unique Care Assisted Living — Free entry — Explore exceptional senior living facilities with outstanding meals and activities.
Perimenopause Informational Course
4-6:30 p.m. — Bruce Dennis -Tristar Realty, Inc. — Free event — Learn about navigating the important stage of perimenopause.
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