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EDA funds 5 projects to support economic development in Maryland during 2023

Maryland ranked 38th in the US after receiving five EDA grants to fund economic development projects in 2023.

By Maryland State Wire | Nov 21, 2024

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Maryland sees inflation increase as of October 2024

As of October 2024, Maryland experienced a 22.1% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

By Maryland State Wire | Nov 21, 2024

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Steny Hoyer discusses trans rights and international arms sales in recent tweets

By Maryland State Wire | Nov 21, 2024

Congressman Steny Hoyer addresses significant issues through social media posts dated November 20-21, 2024.

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David Trone addresses overdose deaths and community safety

By Maryland State Wire | Nov 20, 2024

Rep. David Trone recently addressed several key issues through social media posts dated November 18-20, 2024.

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Maryland's Steny Hoyer welcomes new congressional members

By Maryland State Wire | Nov 20, 2024

U.S. Congressman Steny Hoyer highlighted recent developments involving Maryland's congressional delegation while also marking significant anniversaries and birthdays in his latest tweets dated November 19-20, 2024.

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Glenn Ivey highlights clergy's role and promotes apprenticeships during National Apprenticeship Week

By Maryland State Wire | Nov 18, 2024

Congressman Glenn Ivey discussed key community issues such as gun violence and food insecurity with religious leaders on November 17, followed by celebrating National Apprenticeship Week on November 18 by supporting creative apprenticeship...

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VA provides 24.3% more home purchase loans in Maryland in Q3

By Maryland State Wire | Nov 15, 2024

There were 1,816 VA home purchases in Maryland in the third quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $923.7 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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FOIA Request Sent to Maryland Higher Education Commission Regarding State University Employees' Salaries on November 14, 2024

By Maryland State Wire | Nov 14, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Maryland Higher Education Commission regarding the salaries of state university employees on November 14, 2024.

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Number of VA loans issued in Maryland increased by 226.9% from Q3 2023 to Q3 2024

By Maryland State Wire | Nov 12, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 2,491 home loans in Maryland, totaling $1.2 billion, during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA issues fewer Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Maryland in Q3 vs. Q2 2024

By Maryland State Wire | Nov 9, 2024

The VA issued 242 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Maryland during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 376 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA home loan amount in Maryland increases from 2022 to 2023

By Maryland State Wire | Nov 8, 2024

The average VA loan amount for Maryland in the fiscal year 2023 was $457,182, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Maryland coalitions work together to ensure all voters know their rights

By Maryland State Wire | Nov 1, 2024

Two Maryland voting rights coalitions, Everyone Votes Maryland and Expand the Ballot, Expand the Vote, are working to ensure that every Maryland resident is aware of their voting rights ahead of Election Day.

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VA provides 1,816 home purchase loans in Maryland in Q3

By Maryland State Wire | Oct 28, 2024

There were 1,816 VA home purchase loans issued in Maryland in the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024 totaling $923.7 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Early voting begins in Maryland for November general election

By Maryland State Wire | Oct 23, 2024

Voters in Maryland can begin casting their ballots for the 2024 November election starting tomorrow, Thursday, October 24. This opportunity is available to all voters, including those with felony convictions who are not currently incarcerated. Each county in Maryland has designated locations for early voting before the official Election Day on November 5.

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VA provides 2,491 home loans in Maryland totaling $1.2 billion in Q3

By Maryland State Wire | Oct 19, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 2,491 home loans totaling $1.2 billion in Maryland during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Maryland experiences higher inflation rate than national average as of September 2024

By Maryland State Wire | Oct 16, 2024

As of September 2024, Maryland experienced a 21.8% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.5% increase.

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Maryland receives $109.6 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q3

By Maryland State Wire | Oct 16, 2024

The VA issued 242 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Maryland during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Maryland ranks seventh in average VA home loan amount in 2023

By Maryland State Wire | Oct 3, 2024

With $457,182 in issued loans, Maryland ranked seventh for the average amount of a VA home loan in 2023, according to figures provided by the Veteran Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA provides 2,165 home loans in Maryland totaling $1 billion in Q2

By Maryland State Wire | Sep 28, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 2,165 home loans totaling $1 billion in Maryland during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Inflation in Maryland outpaces national average as of August 2024

By Maryland State Wire | Sep 26, 2024

As of August 2024, Maryland experienced a 21.7% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.3% increase.