🌱 Car Crash At Local HS + Laurel Man Arrested For Armed Robbery

Laurel MD

21 December, 2021

4:13 PM

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Good morning, neighbors! Alexis Goring here with the latest issue of the Laurel Daily. First, today's weather: Increasingly windy. High: 44 Low: 23. Here are the top five stories in Laurel today: According to Patch reporter Kristin Danley-Greiner, a local man died after his vehicle hit St. Vincent Pallotti High School on Monday night. He was alone in the vehicle. The Laurel Volunteer Rescue Squad extricated Jackie Wayne Fulcher from the vehicle then he was taken to an area hospital where he died. (Laurel Patch) A Laurel man has been arrested for an armed robbery of a bank. The Laurel Police Department responded to the 900 block of Fairlawn Avenue for a report of an armed robbery on Monday morning. The suspect, 27-year-old Christopher Mitchell, admitted to the crime as he was approached by officers. (wmar2news.com) Maryland officials are urging all eligible residents to get booster shots as soon as possible because the Omicron variant of the Coronavirus is becoming more dominant. Governor Larry Hogan recently said the state of Maryland has surpassed 10 million COVID-19 vaccinations administered. Despite this, on Sunday, the Maryland Department of Health showed 1,257 patients hospitalized with COVID-19. This state has seen a total of 11,022 deaths the virus during the pandemic. (Yahoo News) Gov. Larry Hogan, who is fully vaccinated and received a booster vaccine, has tested positive for the Coronavirus. He initially tested positive on a routine rapid test, a result that was confirmed Monday night. Hogan said he was "feeling fine at the moment" and is only suffering from "some cold-like symptoms" at this point. (Baltimore Sun)The COVID-19 surge in Prince George's County is coming into view as Maryland's database recovers from a cyberattack from earlier this month. County Executive Angela Alsobrooks reported on what Prince George's is likely experiencing. She said that Maryland has experienced an increase of 28,341 cases since Dec. 3. This caused the state's positivity rate to jump from 5.4% to nearly 10.3% as of Dec. 20. (WTOP) Today's Laurel Daily is brought to you in part by our friends at GoodRx — the best way to save money on your prescriptions. GoodRx helps you locate the lowest prices for medications at local pharmacies, so you're not overpaying. Works for pet medications too! To see how much you can save, go to GoodRx.com. Today in Laurel: Read Aloud: Hibernation — PGCMLS staff will host virtual read-aloud program for you to enjoy at home. Join us for stories, songs, and more! We will make a paper plate fox. Look for these materials at home: a paper plate, child-safe scissors, glue or tape, crayons or markers and colored paper. (10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.)Self-Care and Wellness Workshop Series for Older Women —HopeWorks, in collaboration with the East Columbia 50+ Center in Columbia, invites you to participate in our 8-week workshop series designed specifically for women ages 50 and older. Create art, rediscover yourself through journaling, discuss health and wellness issues for our age group, and lots more. Some sessions will also include guest presenters from holistic healing practices. No art or writing experience is needed. Materials will be supplied. Connecting virtually through Zoom is an option. Contact Sandra Price, Community Education Coordinator, via email at this address, [email protected] to request accommodation. (12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.)High School Staff Meeting - CMIT Academy North - High Public Charter (3:00 p.m.)Holiday 3 V 3 Mini Tournament—Join Reider Hockey for some hockey holiday fun at The Gardens Ice House outdoor rink, Whitey's Pond. For age division details and to register go to www.reider-hockey.com (5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.)Weight Management Program (Info Session)— Dr. Butler's Weight Management Program is designed for people who want to learn how to maintain a healthy weight. Get the information, education, support, tools and accountability to help you reach your health goals. This is an active participant program. Only for people who are dedicated, committed and willing to do the work to make the change. This event will be hosted by the Harmonious Living Chiropractic: Fitness & Wellness Center. (6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.) From my notebook: Prince George's County Police: The Division VII Community Engagement Unit in partnership with the Citizen's Advisory Council delivered gift cards to the 48 residents of the Fort Washington Adventist Apartments. (Instagram)Laurel Police Department: First we shopped and then we delivered the gifts! It was wonderful just to make these kids smile and bring them new warm jackets too! (Facebook) City of Laurel - Government: *Recycling Tip* Do you have more tins than cookies left? If so, don't throw them out, recycle them! Cookie tins, both aluminum and rigid metal can be placed in your recycling containers. (Facebook) Nextdoor Neighbor, Russett: Does anyone know of a women's shelter in the Laurel area that's in need of clothes and gift cards? (Nextdoor) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: 3 Gear Games / 3 Gear Studios — (Visit website) Add your business here Events: Save 15 Percent On FTD's Christmas Collection (December 25) Winter Break Art Camp (December 27) Add your event Loving the Laurel Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Send me a news tip or suggestion at [email protected] You're officially in the loop for today. I'll see you around! — Alexis Goring About me: My name is Alexis A. Goring. I'm a Bowie area resident with a pulse for people, news and feature stories! I've worked as a freelance writer/editor/proofreader in the media industry for 15 years. I'm also a published author, experienced blogger, and founder of Writer at Heart Editorial Services. Visit my website for more details about me and my work. Here's the link: https://alexisagoring.jimdofree.com.