One Week Remaining For VaxU Scholarship Program

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (WJZ) — There is 1 week remaining successful the $1million VaxU Scholarship Promotion.

The promotion was an inducement to promote those betwixt the ages of 12 and 17 to get the covid-19 vaccine.

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We've had a large summertime for 12-17 twelvemonth aged vaccinations successful Maryland, approaching 70% overall. Third-highest complaint successful the country.https://t.co/e3ePl7egEl pic.twitter.com/NyCQMVTvto

— Michael Ricci (@riccimike) August 30, 2021

“We are already nearing 70% of our 12- to-17-year-olds vaccinated, different testament to our unthinkable vaccination run that is starring the nation,” said Governor Hogan. “With 1 week remaining successful the VaxU program, there’s inactive clip to get vaccinated and suffice for a $50,000 assemblage scholarship.”

Two winners person been selected play and the last 4 winners volition beryllium selected connected Labor Day. For much info, click here.

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