Good morning, Bowie.

Artists are invited to submit work for the upcoming art exhibit 'Building Community'—submissions are open until August 25 at 5 p.m. for creative pieces that capture the spirit of unity.

Bowie Animal Control and Bowie CLAW are hosting a cat adoption event in the City Hall front lobby on August 16 from 12 to 3 p.m.—volunteers will answer questions about the adoptable cats and kittens and accept donations such as blankets, towels, unscented clumping litter, pee pads, kitten formula, and wellness brand cat food.

Prince George’s County police released surveillance video on Thursday showing a suspect riding a blue bicycle near Laurel Bowie Road where 33-year-old William Denard Askew was fatally shot—authorities ask the community for help with his identification.

County police arrested a suspect last week with counterfeit money during an attempted purchase at a Fort Washington drug store—Secret Service is helping to investigate the case and issue tips to spot fake bills.

Prince George’s County Executive Aisha Braveboy announced the new Strike Force 311 to remove abandoned vehicles and clean overgrown lots as part of a $1 million initiative addressing properties neglected for an average of 489 days—local residents like Arminda Pinea saw cleaning crews begin work in their neighborhoods. The county will hire local businesses to improve property conditions and ensure community complaints are resolved faster.

County Executive Aisha Braveboy has named former worker Samuel Belsham Moki, who was fired in 2014 for not managing the stormwater program well, as the acting head of the Department of the Environment; he began on June 26 and will wait for the County Council's confirmation in September. Braveboy said his strong academic record and government experience make him fit to lead—she noted he can handle tough issues—despite concerns over his past.

Open House

7:30-8:30 p.m. — 15215 Noblewood Ln, Bowie, MD — $535,000 — Discover a beautifully updated home featuring 4 bedrooms and modern amenities in a prime location.

Bowie Varsity Volleyball Match

4:30 p.m. — Bowie High School — Free entry — Catch the exciting home match between Bowie and Chesapeake Science Point in this thrilling volleyball showdown.

Open House at 1006 Winged Foot Drive

4-6:30 p.m. — 1006 Winged Foot Dr, Bowie, MD — $625,000 — Explore this charming colonial-style home, recently renovated and featuring spacious living areas.