AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTransit & Commuting: MARC is adding a direct weekday train linking Montgomery County and Baltimore starting Sept. 28, cutting commute times by up to an hour and connecting stops like Rockville, Gaithersburg, College Park, Laurel and Baltimore without transfers. Tourism & Local Business: Talbot County’s Talbot Works Business Academy earned an international IEDC award for helping small and minority-owned businesses with an eight-week growth program. Eastern Shore Getaway: Easton is being pitched as the “New Hamptons” for its walkable vibe, independent shops, and coastal charm—without the Hamptons price tag. Family Travel & Safety: AAA says Labor Day gas prices are on track to set records, with the national average around $4.14. On the Ground: Storm damage in Oakmont prompted a state of emergency as crews cleared debris and downed trees. New Stops for Travelers: A new Starbucks opens at 5 a.m. Sept. 11 in Lexington Park at Pax River Village, across from NAS Patuxent River. Weekend Plans: Southern Maryland’s Labor Day wrap-up is packed with arts, festivals, and events across Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties.
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