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  • How officials addressed rumors after a man's death in Upper Marlboro

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  • Wednesday: Cool with periods of rain, with a high of 65 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Thursday: Breezy in the morning; cloudy, temps: high: 66, low: 51.
  • Friday: Pleasant with some sun, with a high of 73 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Prince George's leaders quash lynching talk after body found hanging from tree (marylandmatters.org) — Officials say a man found hanging from a tree in Upper Marlboro on Sunday died by suicide, and they're working to dispel online rumors of a lynching while the investigation continues. County leaders held an unusual news conference and community walk near the site, urging compassion, transparency, and patience as police keep reviewing evidence and speaking with neighbors.
   


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  • Anne Arundel County Council Pulls Away From Possible Data Center Ban (patch.com)
  • MD Man Convicted In 2024 Kidnapping, Fatal Shooting Tied To Annapolis (patch.com)

Ok Upper Marlboro! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: No because they can always be used as a bad example! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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