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Bus driver explains why Maryland schools are sweating last-minute bus shortage
ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY, Md. — We’re only a couple weeks away from college beginning, and college officers are sweating to see if there will probably be sufficient buses to choose youngsters up, or if there will probably be sufficient academics.
College districts throughout the state are coping with bus driver and trainer shortages.
College officers have been doing every thing to search out candidates, from promoting, selling bonuses and holding job gala’s.
However there’s nonetheless concern as as to whether the wheels on the bus will probably be going spherical and spherical if the general public college system does not see extra candidates for transportation.
Bus driver scarcity continues to be an uphill battle for faculties throughout Maryland. “That is an ongoing concern that has plagued college methods like ours and faculties methods throughout the state and throughout the nation actually for the final yr or so,” mentioned Bob Mosier, Chief Communication Officer for Anne Arundel Public Colleges.
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The shortage of bus drivers might pressure dad and mom to search out an alternate method of transportation for his or her youngsters to get to high school.
Mosier mentioned the scarcity isn’t just for the college bus drivers but additionally with CDL licenses.
“That’s a part of the issue,” Mosier mentioned. “The opposite a part of the issue is that we’re dropping drivers as our different college methods to locations like Walmart and Amazon who’re providing extra profitable packages for his or her companies. That is a difficulty we have been coping with.”
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Mosier mentioned Anne Arundel County Public Colleges has 64 bus driver vacancies.
Baltimore County Public Colleges had 110 bus driver vacancies on the finish of July.
A Baltimore County college bus driver, who has been transporting youngsters to and from college for greater than 21 years, mentioned she is at present on the lookout for one other job as a result of driving a college bus is not making ends meet.
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“I’m on the lookout for a brand new jobs, attempting attempt to do one thing full time with medical health insurance or higher pay,” the driving force mentioned.
These considerations play a job in wanting the profession change however she mentioned the principle motive for wanting out of driving is self-discipline.
“One of many points is the truth that we have now no management over any type of self-discipline that occurs,” the driving force mentioned. “At any time when a pupil misbehaves, we’re not in a position to write up a pupil and provides them a time without work the bus. The college system has a tough time with making the principles stick.”
The bus driver, who didn’t need to be recognized, mentioned that is additionally a security concern, stating college students generally make threats to bus drivers however haven’t any penalties for doing so.
“So dad and mom say it’s not their children, and that the college, we really feel is perhaps afraid of fogeys. of self-discipline,” she mentioned. “It’s a security concern. We’re similar to afraid to do something anymore. We have now no management of any type of habits.”
She mentioned points like these may very well be why many are reluctant to take a job like this.
Mosier mentioned Anne Arundel County Public Colleges have in-built a ten p.c compensation enhance into their price range this yr to draw extra bus drivers however the query nonetheless stays if that will probably be sufficient to entice these looking for a job.
Some faculties cannot even ship a category schedule out but as a result of they do not know what number of academics will probably be in school.
Maryland
Maryland prepared to move forward with Baltimore’s State Center development after receives $58 million settlement
BALTIMORE — Maryland’s Board of Public Works approved a $58.5 million settlement Wednesday to resolve longstanding litigation over Baltimore’s State Center development project, clearing the way for new development plans after nearly two decades of delays.
The settlement will be paid in two installments: $40 million before Dec. 9, and the remaining $18.5 million following the 2025 legislative session, no later than July 1, 2025.
“The delays caused by the ongoing litigation have created questions about the future of State Center, delayed critical planning, and blocked much-needed investment and redevelopment in the City of Baltimore,” Gov. Wes Moore said.
The dispute dates back to 2006, when the Ehrlich administration first proposed redeveloping State Center through a public-private partnership. The project stalled due to lawsuits, and the Hogan administration canceled it in 2016, leading to additional litigation. A 2022 attempt to transfer ownership to Baltimore City never materialized due to ongoing legal issues.
Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman praised the resolution, noting that delays had created unnecessary costs for taxpayers. Treasurer Dereck Davis called the settlement a path toward “visionary redevelopment.”
Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott welcomed the agreement, calling the settlement “a critical first step” in moving the project forward.
The governor’s office will establish a work group of state and city leaders to review existing plans, conduct community outreach, and develop recommendations for the site’s future use.
A Maryland police officer was struck head on by a suspected drunken driver while on duty early Thursday morning.
The Laurel officer’s SUV was struck by a dark-colored Kia about 2:30 a.m. on Van Dusen Road near Laurel Oaks Lane while he was responding to a call, police said. The officer was taken to a hospital and is home recovering.
“As he was traveling towards 95, he saw a vehicle coming towards him,” Deputy Police Chief Mark Plazinski said. “That vehicle crossed the double yellow line. He tried to avoid the vehicle, but it struck him head on.”
Plazinski said it was an incredibly close call and the officer is lucky to be alive.
The suspect was not injured. He was cited for driving under the influence, police said.
“I implore everybody, you know, if you’re gonna be drinking, make sure you have a sober driver,” Plazinski said. “If you’re hosting a party, make sure your guests have a sober ride home. Take a taxi; take a ride share.”
In December 2015, Montgomery County police Officer Noah Leotta was struck and fatally injured by a drunken driver while working on a holiday DUI enforcement task force. His death led to Noah’s Law, passed in 2016, which requires ignition interlock devices to be installed in the cars of those convicted of drunken driving in Maryland. A loophole allowing thousands of drunken drivers to avoid the program every year was closed in the latest Maryland legislative session.
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Iowa Hawkeyes (6-4, 4-3 Big Ten) vs. Maryland Terrapins (4-6, 1-6 Big Ten) Preview:
The 6-4 Iowa Hawkeyes travel to College Park, Maryland, to take on the 4-6 Terrapins.
Some may think Iowa’s six wins at this point of the season is bad. However, the Hawkeyes should not be discouraged. This was a season in which they had to replace key members on the defense and implement an entirely new offensive system.
They have had some bright moments, including their road win in Minnesota and a thumping of Washington, Wisconsin, and Northwestern.
They will also be looking to bounce back from their road loss to UCLA prior to last week’s bye.
With their success, there must be some discussion about Kaleb Johnson. The junior running back has moved higher on draft boards with great play this season. The Ohio native has rushed for 1,328 yards and 20 touchdowns. His 1,328 yards lead the Big Ten, and the closest player to him is still nearly 300 yards away.
The season for Maryland was always going to be a challenge replacing the production of Taulia Tagovailoa. Billy Edwards Jr has been good in his stead. He’s thrown for 2,855 yards and 15 touchdowns.
The issue for Maryland this season has been on the defensive side of the ball. They will need to sure up their defense if they wish to pick up their second Big Ten win of the season.
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Game Details & How to Watch Iowa vs. Maryland:
- Date: Saturday, November 23, 2024
- Time: 12:00 PM EST
- Site: Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium (Byrd Stadium)
- City: College Park, MD
- TV/Streaming: Big Ten Network
Game Odds for Iowa at Maryland via BetMGM:
- Moneyline: Iowa (-230), Maryland (+195)
- Spread: Iowa -6.5
- Total Over/Under: 45.5
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- Indiana +15000 to -500
- Tennessee +180 to -135
- Colorado +2000 to -120
Betting Insights and Predictions
NBC Sports Bet’s Brad Thomas is leaning towards Over 45.5 points…
Thomas: “Auto betting the under on Iowa is a thing of the past. They are scoring more this season, and their defense is noticeably worse. It’s likely hard to believe, but Iowa is 8-2 to the over this season. Maryland is 7-3. These teams both give up too many points. The over will consistently be in play.
Names to Know for Iowa vs. Maryland:
- Iowa Hawkeyes: RB Kaleb Johnson—Johnson, one of the top running backs in this upcoming NFL Draft, has been the offense for the Iowa Hawkeyes. He has a Big Ten-leading 1,328 yards. Johnson averages 7.1 yards per carry and has found the endzone 21 times.
- Maryland Terrapins: QB Billy Edwards Jr. – Edwards Jr. has thrown for 2,885 yards, 15 touchdowns, and 9 interceptions.
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Betting Trends & Insights Ahead of Iowa at Maryland:
- Iowa is 8-2 to the OVER this season
- Maryland is 7-3 to the OVER this season
- Maryland has covered in its last 3 games as a home underdog
- Iowa has lost 4 of its last 5 on the road
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