Fun Fact: What Was The Original Name Of The Orioles Baseball Team?

The Baltimore Orioles weren't always known as the Orioles. The team was originally founded in 1901 as the Milwaukee Brewers. It wasn't until 1954 that the team moved to Baltimore and changed their name. Seen as one of the most beautiful baseball stadiums in America, Camden Yards is home to the Orioles.  The team has a very strong fan base within Baltimore and the surrounding counties. The team has a very rich history that includes three…

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Fun Fact: How Happy Are Marylanders?

People living in Maryland are some of the nation's happiest residents. Maryland has ranked number three in America for happiest states in 2023! In a study, WalletHub looked into what it meant to be happy. Through their research they determined which environmental factors inpact a persons overall well-being and satisfaction with life. Previous studies have found that good economic, emotional, physical and social health are all key to a well-balanced and fulfilled life. According to, '2023's…

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MACo’s Fall Symposium: Cannabis & Counties: Discussions on Public Health, Workforce, Land Use, & Revenue

Every year, MACo hosts a one-day symposium for county officials and professionals to dive deeply into a hot topic. The 2023 Fall Symposium will be held on October 19 and will focus on how the legalization of adult use cannabis affects public health, workforce, land use and revenue in the counties. 2023 MACo Fall Symposium Cannabis & Counties: Discussions on Public Health, Workforce, Land Use, & Revenue Date: Thursday, October 19, 2023  |  Time: 9:30…

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Fun Fact: Where Can You Start Your Fall Fun?

Gaver Farm, in Frederick County has started their fall season of events. The farm offers many family friendly activities that guests can come enjoy from now until October 31st. Gaver Family Farm has been operating since 1978 and offers year round events for families. The family expanded the farm stand to include hayrides to the patch for pick your own pumpkins and added an agritourism Fall Fun Festival with corn maze, farm animals and numerous…

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Fun Fact: What is the Official Sport Of Maryland?

With its roots that date back to the Middle Ages, Jousting is the official sport of Maryland. Maryland was the first state to have an official sport. As the world's oldest equestrian sport, Jousting, which once had military connections, has now become a popular sport. Maryland holds tournaments each year where knights, noblemen, and kings compete. These tournaments started during early colonial times but became more popular after the Civil War. Tournaments held in Maryland…

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Fun Fact: What Part of Maryland Can You Only Access By Ferry?

Smith Island located in the Chesapeake Bay, is 12 miles off the coast of Maryland. The Island is made of up swampy marsh lands in both Maryland and Virginia and is only accessible by ferry. Smith Island was discovered by Captain John Smith in 1608, but has been inhabited by Native Americans for more than 12,000 years. Currently Smith Island is home to about 300 year round residents, many have been there for generations. Before…

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Fun Fact: Why Is Maryland Considered The “America In Miniature”?

Maryland is known for offering residents and visitors a variety of different experiences throughout the state. Due to the wide range of things to do and places to see, Maryland has become known as "America in Miniature." Throughout the state people can see sandy dunes in the east, low marshlands near the Chesapeake Bay, rolling hills in the Piedmont Region, and mountains in the west. The only thing Maryland doesn't have is a desert because…

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Fun Facts: Lennon-Ono-Green-Warhol Piano Lost and Found, Now Up for Auction In Which County?

A piano with ties to John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Sam Green and Andy Warhol is going up for auction in Baltimore. The piano was once a lost piece of music history and has since been found and is going up for auction in September. The piano was named for its ties to John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Sam Green and Andy Warhol. Bidding will start at $1 million and is predicted to go for $2 -…

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Safeguarding Critical County Systems & Data

MACo’s 2023 Summer Conference Solutions Showcase features thought leaders and industry experts presenting resources and best practices to assist local governments. Check out this session hosted by NXT LLC!  About NXT LLC: NXT serves Maryland and other states' residents with proven methods for technology management, solution development, management consulting, and cybersecurity. Their consultants bring commercial best-practices to support complex, scaled initiatives in the State & Local industry. They partner with clients to drive improved outcomes…

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Forever Chemicals No More: What Recent PFAS Settlements Mean for Maryland Governments

MACo’s 2023 Summer Conference Solutions Showcase features thought leaders and industry experts presenting resources and best practices to assist local governments. Check out this session hosted by Nachawati Law Group!  About Nachawati Law Group: At Nachawati Law Group, their public entity litigation team helps protect state and local governments, counties, school districts, and tribes when unfair, unsafe, or deceptive business practices jeopardize the public interest. When unfair and fraudulent business practices infringe on citizens' safety…

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