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Cal Ripken honored at University of Maryland

By WTOP Staff

WASHINGTON – Cal Ripken Jr. now has an honorary degree from the University of Maryland, College Park.

The former Oriole was bestowed the honor of Doctor of Public Service Sunday at the Comcast Center.

He delivered the commencement address for 7,700 graduates, stressing the importance of a positive attitude.

Cal’s wife, Kelly, graduated from Maryland in 1981.

Emergency guide: What you should do to prepare for emergencies

By WTOP Staff
WASHINGTON — Do you know what you'd do if an emergency hits? What if you're at work, your spouse is stuck in traffic and your children are in school? There's no way to plan for every emergency, but you can make sure you're prepared for different scenarios, including making a plan for your family and building a kit of emergency supplies.
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