Good morning, Bowie.

Twenty years after Hurricane Katrina hit, many DMV residents recall the storm’s severe impact and share their memories at a local coffee shop that connects them to New Orleans—stories of dangerous evacuations, lost belongings, and hardships that continue to shape their lives.

Survivors describe the challenges they faced during the storm as they rebuild and remember a time when everything changed.

Maryland State Police arrested 24-year-old Justus McDougal in Bowie for alleged felony assault with a gun during a road rage incident on August 7—troopers executed a search warrant at his home and recovered several firearms.

Nationwide, only about 40% of schools have full-time nurses while 25% have none.

In our region, DC Public Schools are hiring more staff—Fairfax County in Virginia employs 312 nurses at nearly 200 schools and Maryland schools in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties report full nurse coverage.

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.

Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo

7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Show Place Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting celebration of Black Cowboys and Cowgirls and their cultural contributions.

Gardening Together: Planting Pollinator Gardens

6-7:30 p.m. — Bowie Green Team — Free entry — Learn how to create a pollinator garden to support essential wildlife and improve our ecosystem.