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Best of Bowie Patch: Man Accused of Arson, Teen Found Dead in Richmond, City Embraces Solar Power

All the news you may have missed this week in Bowie.

Report: Bowie Teen Found Dead in Richmond
Christopher Smith, 19, was found dead under the Shockoe Valley Bridge early Friday morning.

Bowie Man Started Fire in His Home, Officials Say

Bowie resident Elijah Kareem, 40, is facing multiple arson charges for allegedly setting fires in his own home. 

Fourth of July in Bowie: A Boom or a Bust?

Readers weigh in on Bowie's 2013 Independence Day celebration.

Police: Teenager Shot, No Suspects
Police say they do not yet have any suspects in Thursday afternoon's shooting in unincorporated Bowie.

Solar Power Saves Bowie Thousands
The city is looking to expand its use of solar energy to additional properties over the next several years. 

SUV Crashes into T&T Liquor Store in Bowie
Fire officials said no one was injured, although there was damage to the inside of the store.

Synthetic Turf Field Ready for Play in Bowie
The city's second synthetic turf field has been open for several weeks.

Automotive Garage Fire Causes $60K in Damages
The incident closed down part of Rt. 301 in Bowie for about an hour last night.

Beat the Heat on Ice in Bowie this Summer
Bundle up, Bowie, and check out these ice rink activities and classes.

Police Incidents in Bowie, May 2013
A summer of police incidents in Bowie as compiled by the Bowie Police Department.

Former Baysox Manny Machado Makes All-Star Game
Orioles third baseman Manny Machado was named to the American League All-Star team on Saturday.

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