An animal rights activist disrupted the Preakness trophy presentation. His group has had run-ins with Stronach before.
Baltimore Sun 2 days ago Daniel Oyefusi, Baltimore Sun
Returning to its typical position as the second jewel of the Triple Crown, the 2021 Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course on Saturday went off without a hitch. That is, until the presentation of the Woodlawn Vase.
For a brief moment, a man wearing a red shirt, neon vest and black mask made his way onto the stage, just a few feet in front of Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan and the owners of the winning horse, Rombauer.
Museum to host Antique Appraisal event
By Rob Pollock
Dan Fawcett is one of the appraisers scheduled to appear at the May 19 event at the Champaign County Historical Museum.
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Greg Shipley is one of the appraisers scheduled to appear at the May 19 event at the Champaign County Historical Museum.
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“What is it worth?”
Do you have an old object, an antique or a family heirloom that you want to know more about? We may have a solution for you.
The Champaign County Historical Museum is hosting an Antiques Appraisal Fair between 6 and 9 p.m. on Wednesday, May 19.
“The Department is fully activated, therefore there will be a visible increase of members across all seven districts,” said department spokewoman Kristen Metzger. “As with all First Amendment demonstrations, MPD will be monitoring and assessing the activities and planning accordingly with our local and federal law enforcement partners. I am unable to discuss any additional tactical operations.”
City officials said Monday they have requested National Guard assistance following the outcome of Mr. Chauvin’s trial. On Monday evening, the D.C. National Guard announced it is activating about 250 staff to support local law enforcement as needed until May 9.
The Guardsmen were asked to assist police with street closures at multiple intersections to help keep pedestrian areas safe.