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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is implementing a statewide ban on open air burning effective today November 1 in all Maryland counties. Extremely dry conditions persist across the state and have led to an above average number of wildfires statewide and conditions are not expected to change in the near future. The ban will remain in effect until the Maryland Forest Service determines . Full Story Photos With great sadness we announce the passing of Life Auxiliary Member Judy Rye.