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The celebration brought together current employee-owners, retirees, elected officials, and community leaders to recognize the company’s history and the role employee ownership has played in its growth.
Flippo Construction Company Celebrates 26 Years of Employee Ownership,
55 Years in Business
By ERIC MOUILLESSEAUX, Flippo Construction Company, Inc.
Forestville, Md. (Aug. 10, 2028)—Flippo Construction Company, Inc. celebrated two major milestones Thursday, August 6, during its annual Shareholders Day event, marking the company’s 26th anniversary as an employee-owned company and 55 years in business.
Founded in 1971 by Earl Flippo, the Prince George’s County-based heavy civil construction company transitioned to employee ownership in 2000 when Mr. Flippo sold the company to the employees who helped build it. Today, Flippo Construction operates as a 100% employee-owned company through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), allowing its workforce to share directly in the company’s long-term growth and success.
The celebration brought together current employee-owners, retirees, elected officials, and community leaders to recognize the company’s history and the role employee ownership has played in its growth.
Among those in attendance were Roderick Lewis, Regional Director for U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen, and State Delegate Denise Roberts. Lewis delivered remarks on behalf of Senator Van Hollen, reading a statement highlighting the economic benefits of employee ownership and the importance of ESOPs in helping workers build wealth while strengthening American businesses. The statement also referenced the American Ownership and Resilience Act, legislation introduced by the Senator in May 2025 to encourage the expansion of employee-owned companies.
Delegate Roberts followed with remarks recognizing the unique role employee-owned businesses play in strengthening local economies and creating opportunities for employees to build long-term financial security.
The event also recognized several employees whose outstanding work contributed to Flippo Construction receiving an Excellence in Infrastructure Award from the Heavy Construction Contractors Association for the company’s performance on the Loyola Avenue Storm Sewer Replacement Project in Alexandria, Virginia.
President and CEO John Morgan concluded the celebration with remarks reflecting on the company's history, its employee-owned culture, and its enduring legacy. He recalled the early years of the business and Earl Flippo’s decision to entrust the company’s future to its employees, describing it as a defining moment that continues to shape Flippo Construction today.
Mr. Morgan also recognized two retirees in attendance, Wilbur “Pee Wee” Danzler and Melvin Holmes, who were among the company’s original employees. “Thank you, guys, for setting the pace and creating the legacy for all of us to follow,” he said.
Reflecting on the company’s impact throughout the region, Mr. Morgan highlighted many of the landmark projects that Flippo employees helped build over the past five decades, including Constitution Gardens, the Kennedy Center Renovation, the original Washington Metro system, Reagan National Airport, Dulles International Airport, the Washington Convention Center, the Baltimore Convention Center, Jack Kent Cooke Stadium, the former Verizon Center (now Capital One Arena), the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center, and the Pentagon Facilities.
“Millions of people have walked through, traveled through, or enjoyed projects built by Flippo employees,” Morgan said. “Most of them will never know the names of the people who made it happen, but we know. And that is something every employee-owner here should be proud of. Because for 55 years, Flippo employees have been building more than just infrastructure. We have been building a reputation. We have been building relationships. And we have been building a company that people trust.”
The celebration carried special significance because the company was unable to commemorate its 50th anniversary with a large gathering in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s event not only honored the company’s history and accomplishments but also celebrated the employee-owners whose dedication continues to build on the legacy established more than five decades ago.
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The Police Accountability Board of Prince George’s County Releases “Driver’s Guide” to Inform Community About Roles and Responsibilities During
Routine Traffic Stops
By PRESS OFFICER
Prince George’s County Police Accountability Board
Largo, Md. (Aug. 5, 2026)—The Prince George’s County Police Accountability Board (PAB) announces the publication of “The Driver’s Guide”—an authoritative resource developed to enhance public understanding of law enforcement protocols during traffic stops.
Prepared in collaboration with the Office of the County Executive, the Prince George’s County Council, the Prince George’s Police Department, and the Inspector General for Integrity, Compliance, and Police Accountability, this guide outlines recommended conduct for drivers and passengers when engaging with law enforcement officials. The objective is to facilitate safer and more informed interactions for all parties.
“‘The Driver’s Guide equips residents with crucial information regarding expectations during traffic stops, as well as their rights and responsibilities,” said Mr. Earl O’Neal, PAB Board Member. “The publication represents a significant advancement in strengthening communication and fostering mutual respect between citizens and public safety personnel.”
The County Executive and Council are committed to improving road safety and eliminating adverse traffic stop outcomes in Prince George’s County. This guide is instrumental in achieving that goal. The guide will be available in English, Spanish, Yoruba, and French—to ensure it is accessible to the majority of county ESL residents. All stakeholders, partners, and community members are encouraged to review “The Driver’s Guide” and share its insights widely. The document is available for download on the PAB website.
About the Prince George’s County Police Accountability Board: The PAB serves as the primary public interface for Police Accountability in Prince George’s County and is devoted to promoting transparency and building community trust. Through education and advocacy, the PAB supports public safety, advances accountability, and strengthens collaboration between law enforcement and the community.
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Prince George’s County Teenager Wins First-Place in National Teen Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship Contest
Jasmine Adams awarded $5,000 college scholarship from Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
By PRESS OFFICER
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA)
(Aug. 11, 2026)—Jasmine Adams, a teenager from Lanham, MD, was named the first-place winner (essay category) of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s (AFA) national 2026 Teen Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship Contest. Jasmine received a $5,000 college scholarship for her essay about her grandmother’s battle with Alzheimer’s disease and how those experiences influenced her to pursue a career in medicine, public health, and Alzheimer’s research.
“Jasmine’s essay highlights the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease, the resiliency of caregivers, and the passion that drives people to make a difference in the fight against Alzheimer’s,” said Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., AFA’s President and CEO. “AFA is grateful that Jasmine chose to share her story, because it helps raise awareness, reduce stigma, and reinforce to the millions of other families just like hers that they are not alone. We congratulate her on earning this honor and look forward to her continuing to help others affected by Alzheimer’s.”
In her winning essay, Jasmine recounts watching her grandmother—once the heart of her family—gradually lose her memories to Alzheimer’s disease, including the ability to recognize her granddaughter. Yet, Jasmine says that her grandmother continues to shape the foundation upon which she is building her future, quoting the legendary poet Maya Angelou, “people will never forget how you made them feel.”
Seeing the impact on other loved ones who are serving as caregivers, including her mother and grandfather who are facing health challenges themselves, inspires Jasmine to raise awareness, eliminate stigma, and advocate for additional caregiver support.
Jasmine chose to share her family’s story because in her view, “silence is the enemy of progress. For too long, families have suffered the crumbling of their homes in isolation due to the stigma of dementia. I have learned that by speaking openly about the toll this takes on maternal health and the elderly, we can begin to build a community of support that prevents the caregivers from becoming patients themselves.”
Noting that “Alzheimer’s may have taken my grandmother’s memory, but it has given me a mission,” Jasmine will be pursuing opportunities in medicine, public health, and Alzheimer’s research. She recently graduated from Takoma Academy and will be attending Spelman College in Atlanta this fall.
AFA’s annual Teen Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship Contest asks high school seniors to describe how Alzheimer’s disease has impacted their lives, what they have learned about themselves, their families, and their community in the face of this disease, and how they plan to raise Alzheimer’s awareness in the future. Students can submit entries as essays or videos. This year, AFA awarded more than $73,000 in college scholarships to 94 students from across the country. More than $600,000 in college scholarships have been awarded since the program’s inception.
For more information about AFA’s Teen Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship Contest, or to donate in support of the program, call AFA at 866-232-8484 or visit www.alzfdn.org.
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide support, services and education to individuals, families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias nationwide and to fund research for better treatment and a cure. Its services include a National Toll-Free Helpline (866-232-8484) staffed entirely by licensed social workers, caregiver support groups, educational programs and publications for caregivers, dementia-care training for healthcare professionals, the National Memory Screening Program, and more. For more information about AFA, call 866-232-8484, visit www.alzfdn.org, or connect with us on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, or LinkedIn. AFA holds Charity Navigator’s top 4-star rating.
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