US colleges report a 43% decline in new international student enrollment. It’s not just because of the pandemic

By The Conversation

The Trump administration has tightened restrictions and sent signals that students from abroad are not welcome, writes University of Maryland, Baltimore County’s David L. Di Maria. But there’s a dire economic impact to that trend.

Baltimore DPW is implementing new water billing software

By Donte KirbyStarting November 20, DPW is implementing RouteSmart software. Some customers could see a one-time change in their bill.
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Leah Del Percio and Tara Faquir have long supported each other in their careers. Now they’re cofounders

By Stephen BabcockFaquir recently joined Trustate to lead operations. Sixteen years after meeting, she and Del Percio are teaming to build a business, and extend a culture of support to others.
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Baltimore startup Infinite Focus Schools is using tech to bring mindfulness to the classroom

By Stephen BabcockFounder Ashley Williams talks about quitting her job to start the company, and the importance of socio-emotional learning.
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TEDCO, EcoMap are creating the Maryland Entrepreneur Hub for business-building resources

By Stephen Babcock"If we want to use entrepreneurship as a lever for economic development, then we need to make entrepreneurship accessible to all," said EcoMap's Pava LaPere.
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