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This evening, Black Maternal Health Week aims to educate and advocate, and Caroline County celebrates CTE student achievement.
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March of Dimes Recognizes Black Maternal Health Week
By Adele Uphaus
Thursday is the last day of Black Maternal Health Week 2025, but there are always opportunities to learn about the reproductive health challenges facing Black mothers and ways to advocate for change.
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Caroline County Celebrates CTE Student Achievement
By Adele Uphaus
Culinary students received statewide honors, and more CTE students completed externships.
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