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T. Rex Joins Many Runners And Walkers in Rafael’s Race

  • by Corita Waters

Cloudy skies did not deter the enthusiastic runners and walkers gathered for Rafael’s Race. Mayor Emmett Jordan led the countdown for both the 1k and 5k racers, including a crowd of young people and one T. Rex. After a beautiful fall run around the lake (or around the block), racers gathered for awards, fellowship and a raffle, with treats from businesses from Greenbelt and beyond. Sponsored by the Elementary School (GES) PTA, the race is powered by teachers and families who were moved by the unstoppable spirit of Rafael Martins, a former GES student. The proceeds will be used to
support student field trips, a trip to Camp Sunshine and a retreat for kids with life-threatening illnesses and their families. Put the race, an enjoyable way to celebrate and support community in Greenbelt, on the calendar for next fall.

Participants in Rafael's Race sprint for the finish line, while Mayor Emmett Jordan (far right) cheers them on
A map of the Franklin Park neighborhood. Three red x's mark the sites of the shootings: in the upper right, middle right, and lower-middle left of the image. The x's are labeled as follows: Upper right is labeled "Shooting 1 - 6150 Springhill Ter." Middle right is labeled "Shooting 2 - 6200 Springhill Ct." Lower-middle left is labeled "Cherrywood Ter and Breezewood Ct." The upper right X is near Springhill Lake Elementary School. At the bottom of the map, a black arrow points down, off the edge of the map. This arrow is labeled "Greenbelt Middle School. Dora Kennedy French Immersion School."

Three Dead from Gun Violence Including Local 14-Year-Old

A 25-year-old man and a 14-year-old boy were fatally shot in separate incidents in Greenbelt over the weekend. Meanwhile, another

City Council Candidate Bios

The News Review has received biographies from Bill Orleans and incumbent Amy Knesel. Candidate biographies are prepared by the candidates

Bill Orleans

When first permitted to run for council, or from council, as it may be, Orleans’ biography was published in the

Amy Knesel

When Amy Knesel joined Greenbelt’s City Council in January 2024, she expected to help guide the city through a time

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