Powwow Dancers Highlight Urbana Event and Anniversary
At Urbana powwow crowds witness an eagle feather fall during opening rites. Organizers say the gathering marks the American Indian Society’s 25th anniversary and showcases four dance categories led by the Gray Horse Singers and Porcupine Singers. Proceeds fund scholarships for Native youths.
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Urbana
Bushyhead
Dick Baker
American Indian Society
Baker
Mr. Baker
Gray Horse Singers
Oklahoma
Porcupine Singers
Joe Scabby Robe
Melissa Konishi
Luchas Lawtree
Tulsa
Okla
Hagerstown chosen as APCWS home site
The Association for the Preservation of Civil War Sites picked Hagerstown over Winchester for its new home starting in 1996. The decision, backed by Washington County, followed presentations from both cities and cited Maryland's battlefield funding of over 13 million dollars and 12 nearby Civil War sites within a 45 minute drive. The APCWS has been based in Fredericksburg since 1987.
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Fredericksburg, Va
Association For the Preservation of
Hagerstown
Winchester
APCWS
Washington County
Maryland
Thomas W. Richards
Fredericksburg
Casino fees fear done deal in Maryland hearings
Critics warn hearings may formalize casino plans as Maryland lawmakers push gambling amid dwindling federal aid. Opponents fear high taxes entice state leaders while some regions seek growth engines. Easton hearings drew hundreds. task force will visit Prince George's County Cumberland and Baltimore with recommendations due by year end.
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Annapolis
Maryland
Marcia Harris
Restaurant Association of Maryland
Easton
Prince George’s County
Cumberland
Baltimore
John A. Cade
Severna Park
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