Report: Huge Md. Investment in Schools Has Helped (WBOC Salisbury) ANNAPOLIS , Md. (AP) - More than $3 billion in state and local investment in Maryland schools over the last six years has brought significant progress in reducing student achievement gaps, according to a study of the state's Bridge to Excellence program released Wednesday.

Md. Board Approves $14.4 Million Land Deal (WBOC Salisbury) ANNAPOLIS , Md. (WBOC/AP)- A Maryland board approved spending $14.4 million Wednesday to buy more than 4,769 acres of privately owned forest land in Worcester County, a deal that has been questioned because of its cost at a time when the state is facing a budget crisis.