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Top Stories: Biting Purse Snatcher, Fourth of July Venue, FLOTUS to Address BSU Grads

Top ten most read stories on Bowie Patch in April 2013.

It was a busy month on Bowie Patch. Here's a rundown of this month's top ten best read stories: 

1. 

Lanham resident LeJean Nicola Lancaster, 25, tried to snatch the purse of an 80-year-old woman, and bit the Good Samaritans who foiled the attempted robbery. 

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2. Bowie's Fourth of July Celebration Changes Venues

The move will save the city money and provide a safer environment for attendees, according to officials.

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3. Injured Boston Marathon Spectator Grew up in Bowie

Erika Brannock, 29, had her leg amputated after being injured in the bombing, the Baltimore Sun reports.

4. 

Bowie resident  Chase Camacho, 19, is facing charges related to the incident.

5. Police: Bowie Woman Stabs Boyfriend With Fork

Shameka Williams, 32, stabbed her 47-year-old boyfriend with a fork after an aguement over dinner escallated, police said. 

6. City of Bowie Hosts Third Annual Job Fair Friday

More than 30 employers hiring for hundreds of jobs attended the April 26 community job fair. 

7. Tia's Makes Way for Medical Office Building

The old building on Excalibur Road will be razed and new structure will be built in its place.

8. Local Business Owner Has Deep Bowie Roots

Bowie resident Mike Baird shares the secrets of his success and his family's long history in the city.

9. Man Found Guilty in 2006 Slaying of Bowie Woman

The victim, Reina Notasha Lynch, and her killer, Fabian Andre Shim, were involved in a dispute over child support at the time of the murder.

10. Michelle Obama to Speak at Bowie State Commencement

The May 17 ceremony will be the first time Michelle Obama has addressed Bowie State University students.


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