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Our Military
FORT GEORGE G. MEADE Location Lying in the northwest corner of Anne Arundel County, Fort George G. Meade is halfway between Baltimore and Washington, D.C., and about 20 miles from the state capital of Annapolis. Fort Meade lies five miles east of Interstate 95 and one-half mile east of
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Welcome
The most centrally located county in Maryland, Anne Arundel County forms part of the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area. The county seat is Annapolis, which is also the capital of Maryland. Anne Arundel County is bordered on the north by Baltimore County, to the east by Chesapeake Bay, to the south
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Getting To and Around
Several interstates and major highways connect Anne Arundel and Howard counties to Washington, D.C., other historic and scenic parts of Maryland and the Eastern region of the country. While many people traveling in the area choose to drive, there are lots of public transit and other commuter options to
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Housing & Real Estate
Attractive to both renters and buyers because of the excellent school system and the proximity to Fort Meade, Baltimore and Washington, D.C., Anne Arundel County had a population of 560,133 in 2014, nearly one-tenth of the population of the state, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Howard County had
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Employment & Economy
Centrally located in the Baltimore-Washington corridor, Anne Arundel and Howard counties are among the strongest economies in Maryland. The cost of living is higher than the national average, mostly because of the cost of housing – primarily for single-family detached homes. But that is offset by an attractive jobless
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Healthcare
There are many health care services in Anne Arundel and Howard counties for military, civilians and veterans, though implementation of the Affordable Care Act may change established insurance options. Visit www.healthcare.gov for information on open enrollment for health care coverage under the national Affordable Care Act. Maryland residents can
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Family Resources
Picking up from one place and moving to another is always a hassle, especially when kids and pets are involved. Knowing whom to call or where to find information can help make the transition easier. Local government websites are valuable resources for newcomers to Anne Arundel and Howard counties
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Education & Academics
For those moving to a new location, it’s important to know what educational options are available. This chapter outlines the public schools system in Anne Arundel and Howard counties, along with information about local libraries and higher education. There are private schools, charter schools and home schooling available to
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Living
Whether you want relaxation, action and adventure or a bit of both, you’ll find a wealth of information on the limitless activities in Anne Arundel and Howard counties. Take an afternoon hike, discover the area’s history, pick your own produce, play a round of golf or simply shop. There’s
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A warrant for more school seats
Story by MSG Michel Sauret on 10/25/2016 FORT MEADE, Md. There is a huge demand across the Army for criminal investigators, both on U.S. soil and overseas. Much of that demand is for warrant officers, who lead special agent teams on criminal cases and protective security details for DoD secretaries
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Former Ivy League Student, Current 94th IS Airman Hopes to Return to Harvard University
Story by SSgt Anthony Hyatt on 10/25/2016 At a very young age, Jennifer had the dream of attending one of the most prestigious colleges in the world Harvard University. This dream originated when the 5-year-old asked her father, "Dad, what is the best school in the country?" He replied, "Harvard,"
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CIWT Site Fort Meade Volunteers at Food Bank
FORT MEADE, Md. -- Sailors assigned to Center for Information Warfare Training (CIWT) Site Fort Meade participated in a community service event at the Maryland Food Bank in Baltimore, Oct. 20. The volunteer event was organized by Petty Officer 1st Class Jennifer Wonch as a chance to build morale and
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