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**The hot dog: We need to be frank about how German sausages became an American icon**

“Hot dogs become embedded in American culture,” says Bruce Kraig, author of “Hot Dog: A Global History.” “It becomes completely associated with ballparks by the 1890s.”

The famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest in New York tied them to the nation’s birthday.

The National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (yes, the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council) says there are 19 regional varieties, from the french-fry topped Cleveland “Polish boy” to the bacon-wrapped Sonoran dog and the renowned Chicago dog, with its seven traditional toppings and poppy seed bun.

Learn more about the “Hot Dog”

CCC-Newsletter – July 2026

Movers and Shakers (Prince George’s County)

Celebrate the role of enslaved people and women whose contribution to the Revolutionary War were instrumental in the Continental Army’s Success

War has never solely been a male endeavor. Winning requires the help and participation of the entire population.

One of the key issues in America at this time is the belief in that fragility of the republican system of government and the belief of the rising generation is absolutely crucial to the maintenance of that government.

Talk Nice Now *by Joyce Covington* – Article at *Talk Nice Now*

To be able to read this better plus print it out, go to Movers and Shakers section and learn so much more.

Do you like using your garbage disposal?
The Water Company wishes you wouldn’t.
Click here for the article…

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MISSED COLLECTIONS/COMPLAINTS

Questions plus Answers – Click HERE

Really helpful hints to keep your compost bin clean and odor free!
Including gnat and ant control – really works!
More – Article and fun to read..

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Recycling Makes Cents!

Recycling rules change regularly but not by whim. New equipment, smarter processing, and better understanding of the market potential contribute to more effective recycling.

Read the whole article…

Bottle Bill would encourage recycling habits

State lawmakers are looking to put Mr. Trash Wheel on a diet by considering a bill that would add bottle deposits to single-serve containers. Consumers who return the bottles would get that money back. Supporters hope the bill will serve as an incentive to recycle so that fewer bottles end up in our waterways. Bottle Bill Info

PRINCIPLES OF DEMOCRACY

We the people of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice Ensure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution of the United States of America.

“The Hill We Climb” Amanda Gorman’s Inauguration Poem and watch her hands, listen, and learn.