No Handheld Cell Phone Use While Driving in Md. Beginning Oct. 1

"Maryland will soon join D.C. in making the use of handheld cell phones while driving a primary offense.
Starting October 1, law enforcement officers can stop any driver they see using a handheld wireless device while operating a vehicle.
Getting caught will also cost you a little more. A first-time offender will be fined $75, a $35 increase. A second offense will cost $125 and increase to $175 for a subsequent offense -- up from the original $100 penalty."
Read the NBC4 report here

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Remember, it’s only a game

With the introduction of casinos into the state, Marylanders now have greater access to a variety of gambling and gaming opportunities. While most individuals are able to play responsibly within their limits, some do lose control. For those individuals, there is a 24-hour, 365-day helpline, 800-522-4700. There is also a voluntary exclusion program for individuals who wish to ban themselves from entering - and gambling at all Maryland casinos. Click here for more information.

Enrolling for Health Coverage under the Affordable Care Act

Sign Up To Get Emergency Alerts

Notify Me Prince George's is a service provided to alert registered users during major events and/or local emergencies. Notify Me Prince George's will deliver important emergency information and updates to your registered devices:

email account (work, home, other)

cell phone (via SMS)

pager

When a major event or emergency occurs, the Prince George’s County Office of Homeland Security will alert registered users via Notify Me Prince George's. Notify Me Prince George's will provide updates on active events and if required, instructions on where to go, what to do, what not to do, who to contact and other important information. Click here for more information and to sign up.

Choosing an Electricity Supplier (Information from Pepco)

Do you know that you can purchase electricity from a supplier other than Pepco? Recently, you may have been contacted by an electricity supplier, but have questions. We can help.

Highway deaths are up. Here’s how you can help bring them down

"Two-thirds of the fatal crashes in 2011, for example, involved people who were wearing safety belts improperly or not at all, those who were speeding, or those who were driving drunk or distracted. And many were a result of a combination of factors."

See the full Consumer Reports article here.