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Medical Marijuana Growers, Processors Picked by Maryland Officials

More than two dozen companies from across Maryland were selected Monday as potential growers and processors of medial marijuana in the state, the first big step toward dispensing the drug for sufferers of epilepsy and other ailments.

Dr. Paul W. Davies, chairman of the Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission said, “I’m excited that we have a great number of outstanding companies willing to help sick people in Maryland.” >>> Read more.

Sprint Cell Phone Outage Strikes D.C. Region

A Sprint cellular service outage that has struck the Washington, DC, area includes Montgomery County as well, hindering users' access to 911 service, according to an alert sent by the county.

An alert sent out by Montgomery County said that Sprint users may receive a busy signal if they try to call 911, and therefore they should try to use either a landline phone or a cell phone from another provider. >>> Read more.

$2.8M Record Prize Won for Big Fish in Ocean City Tourney

• The White Marlin Open paid a record $2.8 million prize for a 76-pound marlin in last week's fishing tournament.

‘NeverEnding Story’ Returns to Select Theaters for Limited Run

• Falkor will spread his wings and fly again on the big screen this September.

Missing Lyon Sisters: Wife of 'Person of Interest' Enters Plea

• The Hyattsville wife of a person of interest in the 1975 murder of two missing Wheaton sisters has entered an Alford plea in the case.

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