PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. — The commute along Route 301 has become a daily ordeal for thousands of residents in Charles and Prince George’s counties as growing congestion continues to choke one of Maryland’s key thoroughfares. Residents, business owners, and local officials are calling for immediate action to address infrastructure challenges exacerbated by increasing commuter traffic and regional growth.
At a recent town hall in Prince George’s County, dozens of concerned residents voiced frustrations over mounting delays, safety concerns, and the lack of comprehensive solutions. “It feels like this road wasn’t built for the volume we’re seeing today,” said one resident during the meeting. “We’re spending hours in traffic that could be spent with our families or improving our communities.”
The Congestion Problem…