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Commissioner District 4 The District 4 interview has already been completed. Ralph E. Patterson II (D) of Pomfret sat down
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Creative students often have big ideas, strong opinions, and powerful stories—but without the right outlet, those talents can go unnoticed
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Charles County Journal
June 8, 2026

As Charles County residents prepare to head to the polls, the Charles County Journal (CCJ) is bringing voters closer to the candidates with an exclusive, studio-produced interview series covering every active race on the 2026.

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Dr. Jasmine Bateman: Leading with Purpose,

“I’m a fixer.” That is how Dr. Jasmine Bateman describes herself, and within minutes of meeting her, it is clear
- September 22, 2025
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Charles County Journal

Sprouts Specialty Market Draws Thousands During

Sprouts Farmers Market is laying down its “roots” in Waldorf, Md. Located in The Shops at Waldorf, off Festival Way,
- August 5, 2025

Food and Drinks

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We had a chance to interview Renee Smith, the owner of the Southern Maryland daiquiri shop, Bayou Girl Drink Factory. We got to learn how the idea came about and her love for

    EDUCATION

    Charles County Journal
    - Arts And Entertainment - September 22, 2025
    Faith, Vision and Legacy: The Blueprint for the
    "I'm a visionary. It's in my DNA." That is how Ms. Angelica Jackson describes herself. As the Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of the Phoenix International School of the Arts (PISOTA), the first
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    - Churches - October 29, 2025
    Local Charities Mobilize to Meet Food Crisis as SNAP Deadline Nears
    In the midst of a government shutdown, charities galvanize to feed people as SNAP benefits are under threat. In the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the debit-cards that many families use to buy food may not be reloaded after Nov. 1 if

    HEALTH & WELLNESS

    Charles County Journal
    - Education - December 11, 2023
    Giving Hope: Addressing the Crisis of
    The concerning rise in suicide rates among black youths has sparked
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    - Hair Salon - February 8, 2023
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    BUBB is a Natural Hair Salon/ Specializing in professional hair braiding.
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    - Farmer's Market - March 16, 2022

    Where to Find Fresh Fruits

    Planning to move to Waldorf? You may be wondering if it has all
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    Charles County Journal
    - Lifestyle - May 5, 2022

    Your Nu Image Grand Opening

    On May 1st, longtime Waldorf resident, Lakeysha Moore, owner of Your Nu Image
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    - Business - September 26, 2022

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    Danny Strong is a professional bodybuilder husband and owner of STRONG FITNESS in