GLEN BURNIE, Maryland, Feb. 13 -- The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center issued the following news release: The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center, a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), has appointed Brett McCone as the Senior Vice President of Finance. McCone will oversee the organization's financial operations, drive innovative strategies and nurture growth and financial sustainability. He will also work clos more PR

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Feb. 13 (TNSres) -- Johns Hopkins Medicine issued the following news release: In a study involving nearly 1,000 patients seen at the Baltimore Convention Center Field Hospital (BCCFH) during a five-month period in 2022 -- researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine, the University of Maryland School of Medicine and five other collaborators report that a rapid antigen test (RAT) for detecting SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can be used at home with accuracy comparable  more PR

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Feb. 13 -- The Maryland Department of Agriculture issued the following news release: The Maryland Department of Agriculture is now accepting proposals for the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, a reimbursement grant program aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of Maryland's specialty crops. The department anticipates that approximately $400,000 in funding will be available. The department is seeking applications from eligible non-profit organizations, government entitie more PR

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Feb. 13 -- Gov. Wes Moore, D-Maryland, issued the following news release on Feb. 12, 2024: Governor Wes Moore today announced two major investments to improve access to abortion care statewide. In addition to the Moore-Miller Administration's FY 2025 $5 million allocation to increase Medicaid provider reimbursement for abortion care and reproductive services, the Maryland Department of Health has awarded a $10.6 million grant to the University of Maryland, Baltimore, to adm more PR

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Feb. 13 -- Gov. Wes Moore, D-Maryland, issued the following news release on Feb. 12, 2024: Governor Wes Moore today visited Cambridge to reaffirm the importance and impact the ENOUGH Act will have on rural communities across Maryland, including those on the Eastern Shore. More than 70 community members and local elected officials, including Cambridge Mayor Stephen Rideout; Dorchester County Council President Lenny Pfeffer; University of Maryland Eastern Shore President Dr.  more PR

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Feb. 13 -- The Maryland Department of Natural Resources issued the following news: The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is accepting public comment on proposed changes to the 2024-2026 hunting and trapping seasons as well as the proposed 2024-2025 Migratory Game Bird Seasons and Bag Limits. "We have been working diligently to develop these proposals with our staff and our stakeholders, who represent a diverse group of citizens," said Wildlife and Heritage Service D more PR

HELENA, Montana, Feb. 13 -- The Montana Democratic Party issued the following news release: The battle of the out-of-staters between Maryland Matt Rosendale and Transplant Tim Sheehy is going to be brutal. But don't just take our word for it - read what independent reporting is saying about this nightmare scenario for Republicans: Billings Gazette: "'Any time a major party goes from having a coronation to a street fight, that's good (for Tester),' said Lee Banville, a political analyst and pro more PR

COLUMBIA, Maryland, Feb. 13 -- TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corp., issued the following news release: TEDCO, Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announced a recent $300,000 Venture Funds investment in a biotechnology company, Pathotrak. TEDCO's evergreen Venture Funds are dedicated to supporting the growth of the next generation of early-stage businesses in Maryland. "We are dedicated to providing producers and manufacturers with the tools to be better equipped i more PR

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Feb. 13 (TNSres) -- The Maryland Department of Natural Resources issued the following news: Two recent studies by Maryland Department of Natural Resources scientists highlight spawning challenges that striped bass, also known locally as rockfish, face in the Chesapeake Bay. The research was published in "Marine and Coastal Fisheries: Dynamics, Management, and Ecosystem Science" in late 2023 for the journal's striped bass themed issue. Jim Uphoff, a DNR fisheries biologist more PR

CAMBRIDGE, Maryland, Feb. 13 -- The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science issued the following news release: Precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC) is used in many applications such as construction materials, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, plastics, paper, and food. It's used in vitamins to bolster bone health and in toothpaste as a polishing agent. Unfortunately, the mining and manufacturing process of this inexpensive and versatile product is also a contributor to carbon dioxide  more PR