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'Smile That Would Brighten Anyone's Day': Maryland Soldier Cameron Duron Dies At 22
Cameron "CJ" Duron had a knack for making people smile.
Now, a Maryland family and the community that watched him grow up are mourning a life cut far too short.
Duron, a 22-year-old soldier born in Baltimore with deep ties to Bowie and Southern Maryland, died on Sunday, Aug. 2, according to his obituary.
A cause of death was not disclosed.
Those who knew Duron remember much more than the uniform.
Born Cameron James Duron on March 11, 2004, he was remembered by his family for his kindness, humor, generosity, determination, and ability to connect with just about anyone.
He loved spe…
Street Takeover Turns Ugly As Teen Assaults Officers In Maryland, Police Say
Another illegal car rally in Maryland ended with flashing lights, an arrest, and a fresh warning from police.
Yohan Ramirez, 18, of Woodland, was arrested following a street takeover in Temple Hills on Saturday, Aug. 8, after police say he assaulted officers who responded to break up the gathering, according to the Prince George's County Police Department.
Police announced Ramirez's arrest on Monday, Aug. 10.
Few details about the alleged assault have been released, including what led up to the confrontation, whether any officers were injured, or what charges Ramirez is facing.
But police…
Virginia Teacher, Cheer Coach Faces 'Future She Never Imagined' After Husband's Death
For years, Emily Murphy has been the one showing up for everyone else.
Now, after the Prince William County middle school teacher and longtime cheer coach suddenly lost her husband, Jordan, on Monday, Aug. 3, the Virginia community she spent years supporting is showing up for her.
More than $13,000 has been raised through a GoFundMe campaign for Emily as friends, athletes, families and neighbors rally around the longtime FAME All Stars coach following the death of the man described as her best friend and the love of her life.
The Murphy family.
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"Emily has spent her lif…
'Fight Of His Life': Maryland Dad Diagnosed With Leukemia Weeks Before Family Welcomes Baby Boy
A Maryland family counting down the days to a new arrival suddenly found itself counting on something else entirely: each other.
Lee Single, a husband and father from the Bel Air area, was diagnosed with leukemia on Friday, July 31, just weeks before he and his wife, Jess, are expecting to welcome their second child, according to a GoFundMe campaign launched by his family.
Now, instead of spending the final weeks before their baby boy arrives at home with Jess and their 2-year-old daughter, Isla, Single is facing an extended stay at Duke University Hospital.
His family says he'll undergo i…
