Prince George's Suite Magazine

Tips on Hiring a Tax Pro

The clock is ticking down to April 15. Putting off doing your taxes won’t make the deadline go away. If you bought or sold securities, earned additional income, lived in more than one state, or just think your tax situation is a bit complicated, you might want to call in an expert.

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Women’s B-Ball Tourney Comes to County

Lady hoops are expected to light up Upper Marlboro’s Show Place Arena in 2011 and 2012 when the state-of-the-art venue will host the Colonial Athletic Association Women’s Basketball Championship.

Bowie, Verizon Help County Schools

Some scholars from Bowie State University are reaping the benefits from a partnership with communications giant Verizon, which gives future classroom teachers web-based resources to enhance learning in the county’s public schools.

Monologues Celebrate Black Life

A huge empty stage and a lone microphone bathed in darkness offered the only backdrop for a procession of students who used the eloquence of their speech to reflect the nuances of African American life in “The Black Monologues.”

Photo by: Robert Eubanks

Through Gerima's Eyes

'Sankofa' filmmaker takes world audiences on another journey. His next stop is in Prince George's.

Internationally award-winning filmmaker Haile Gerima will bring his film Teza to Prince George's for an exclusive screening.The filmmaker who directed the internationally-celebrated independent film, Sankofa (1993), will show the screening of the more recent Teza in honor of Black History Month.

High School Mini - “Top Chef” State-Wide Competition
Comes to Greenbelt

Six County Schools Join the Ranks

In what might be deemed a mini-"Top Chef" competition for scholarships, Maryland high school students will be competing in the Maryland ProStart Student Invitational (MPSI), a culinary and management competition that is judged by national foodservice professionals.

Looking for The Best for 'The Suite'

Lifestyle Magazine to Publish Who's Who in Prince George's, Nominations Sought

(Prince George’s County, MD) – Prince George’s County Maryland’s leading lifestyle magazine, Prince George’s Suite, will honor 100 of the most influential leaders in Prince George’s County. The magazine will publish a “Who’s Who” of the county — a listing of those whose service and dedication to the community demonstrates the highest level of commitment.

Bring The Flame, Start the Games

Chi Town’s Shani Davis Seeks Olympic Gold As Five DC Area Athletes Compete On Behalf of Their Home Countries

With all of the snow on the ground in the capital region this week, the time might be right to watch other people tussle in the white stuff. Get set for the XXI Winter Olympics in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Feb 12.

15 Cures for Cabin Fever

Wii is the family fun game of the decade but how long can you swing yourself at the TV? Besides, it’s not the only thing. Take a look at a few of these ideas and feel free to improvise along the way.

The Suite Spotlights Hyattsville, Maryland in “Our Town” Series

(Prince George’s County, Maryland) – In its upcoming five-year anniversary issue, Prince George’s Suite Magazine unveils a new series called “Our Town” spotlighting the vibrant cities and towns of gorgeous Prince George’s County, Maryland. This new addition to the magazine will allow small and local businesses the opportunity to increase their exposure, and also enhance local economies, while bolstering community pride.

The award winning Oxon Hill High School Chair performed at Old Towne Inn as part of the festivities. Photo By:ROBERT EUBANKS

A Unique Ministry is Launched

Senior Pastor Bill Russell and first lady Sheila Russell hosted their “Live Life…Love Life” motivational and networking social at the Olde Towne Inn restaurant in Upper Marlboro February 4. The event, part worship service, part social mixer and awards ceremony, was held to kick off the couples’ worship ministry. “Our goal for this ministry is to go seven days a week, mentoring, training and building partners rather than members,” said Russell.

Speed Bumps Slow Africa Business Ties

African and African-American business leaders told an Obama Administration official that Marylanders who want to do business in Africa face a number of challenges, but are determined to do business there just the same.

Among the difficulties: overcoming stereotypes, the failure of Americans to grasp the nuances of language and culture, competition from other countries, and the dissemination of incorrect information by the federal government.