Read more about the article Fun Fact: Which Maryland County Calls Sauerkraut a Thanksgiving Must Have?
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Fun Fact: Which Maryland County Calls Sauerkraut a Thanksgiving Must Have?

Thanksgiving traditions and foods vary across the country, and Maryland is no exception. One particularly unique holiday staple can be found in Baltimore. While sauerkraut is typically associated with hot dogs, brats, or Reuben sandwiches, in many Baltimore households it’s also a beloved Thanksgiving side dish. By the late 19th century, European immigrants passed through the Port of Baltimore, an estimated 25 percent of the city’s residents were German. Although sauerkraut didn’t originate in Germany,…

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November 26, 2025
Read more about the article MACo 2025 County Innovation Award Winners Champion Public Safety & Diversity
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MACo 2025 County Innovation Award Winners Champion Public Safety & Diversity

MACo has announced the recipients of the prestigious County Innovation Award. The County Innovation Award was established to recognize superb and leading-edge county programs that improve the overall quality of life and service delivery for a county’s residents. The Honorable Ingrid Turner, Prince George’s County Circuit Court Associate Judge, MACo Past President, and former Prince George’s County Council Member, instituted this award during her term as MACo President in 2012. The award is now a collaboration of…

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November 24, 2025
Read more about the article St. Mary’s County Commissioner Randy Guy to Receive MACo’s Praisner Public Service Award
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St. Mary’s County Commissioner Randy Guy to Receive MACo’s Praisner Public Service Award

MACo’s annual Praisner Public Service Award celebrates extraordinary service to the people of Maryland. St. Mary's County Commissioner President and current MACo Board Member, Randy Guy, will receive the 2025 award.  MACo is delighted to announce the recipient of the 2025 Marilyn J. Praisner Public Service Award, established to honor the remarkable legacy of Marilyn J. Praisner, former Montgomery County Council Member and MACo Past President. With support from the Local Government Insurance Trust, this…

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November 24, 2025
Read more about the article Understanding Maryland’s New Hospital Rate Setting Model and What It Means for the Future
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Understanding Maryland’s New Hospital Rate Setting Model and What It Means for the Future

MACo’s 2025 Winter Conference Solutions Showcase features thought leaders and industry experts presenting resources and best practices to assist local governments. Check out this session hosted by CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield! About CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield: In its 88th year of service, CareFirst, an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, is one of the nation’s largest not-for-profit healthcare companies which, through its affiliates and subsidiaries, offers a comprehensive portfolio of health insurance products…

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November 24, 2025
Read more about the article From Alerts to Action: Preempt Risk to Critical Services 
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From Alerts to Action: Preempt Risk to Critical Services 

MACo’s 2025 Winter Conference Solutions Showcase features thought leaders and industry experts presenting resources and best practices to assist local governments. Check out this session hosted by Check Point!    About Check Point: Check Point is a global leader in cyber security, with a mission to secure the digital world, and provides solutions to defend against cyber attacks.    SOLUTIONS SHOWCASE SESSION:  Title: From Alerts to Action: Preempt Risk to Critical Services  Description: Every minute…

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November 18, 2025
Read more about the article Check Out the Growing List of Generous Winter #MACoCon Sponsors
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Check Out the Growing List of Generous Winter #MACoCon Sponsors

MACo’s Winter Conference – coming up December 10 – 12, 2025, would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Check them out and learn how they can partner with you and your county to provide cost-saving products and services. Learn more about all of our sponsors and see how they are making this Winter Conference the best one yet. Check out our Solutions Showcases as well! Aetna Ameresco American Fidelity AT&T/FirstNet Autumn Lake…

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November 17, 2025
Read more about the article Winter #MACoCon Solutions Showcase Features Industry Leaders and Best Practices
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Winter #MACoCon Solutions Showcase Features Industry Leaders and Best Practices

MACo’s Winter Conference Solutions Showcase will feature innovative and effective ways to address county governance challenges. Join us to hear from industry experts and thought leaders on how your county and organization might be able to streamline, save money, and achieve your goals! The Solutions Showcase schedule is listed below… WEDNESDAY, December 10, 2025 Prioritizing Your Emotional Well-Being − Building Resilience Hosted by: Cigna Health Building resilience helps you leverage healthy coping skills when experiencing…

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November 17, 2025
Read more about the article The Data Gap in Women’s Health: Why Benefits Miss the Mark 
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The Data Gap in Women’s Health: Why Benefits Miss the Mark 

MACo’s 2025 Winter Conference Solutions Showcase features thought leaders and industry experts presenting resources and best practices to assist local governments. Check out this session hosted by Progyny!    About Progyny: Progyny provides cohesive care that starts at preconception, continues through fertility and pregnancy, and extends to menopause and midlife.    SOLUTIONS SHOWCASE SESSION:  Title: The Data Gap in Women’s Health: Why Benefits Miss the Mark  Description: Despite growing investment in women’s health benefits, programs…

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November 17, 2025
Read more about the article Fun Fact: This Maryland County Has the Only Coast-to-Coast Trail Running Through It
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Fun Fact: This Maryland County Has the Only Coast-to-Coast Trail Running Through It

The American Discovery Trail (ADT) is the nation’s only coast-to-coast, non-motorized trail. The trail passes directly through Caroline County, connecting 15 states between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The ADT connects together a network of local, state, and national trails, many designed for walking, hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Along its path, the trail connects scenic and historic routes, national parks, forests, and countless sites of natural, cultural, and historical significance. Visitors along the trail…

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November 13, 2025
Read more about the article Stretching County Dollars: Smarter Purchasing Through NACo’s Public Promise Procurement 
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Stretching County Dollars: Smarter Purchasing Through NACo’s Public Promise Procurement 

MACo’s 2025 Winter Conference Solutions Showcase features thought leaders and industry experts presenting resources and best practices to assist local governments. Check out this session hosted by NACo - PPP!  About NACo - PPP: NACo Public Promise Procurement (PPP) helps counties save money and streamline purchasing through cooperative contracts tailored for local governments.  SOLUTIONS SHOWCASE SESSION:  Title: Stretching County Dollars: Smarter Purchasing Through NACo’s Public Promise Procurement  Description: County budgets are tight, revenues are shrinking,…

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November 10, 2025
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