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Theatre News: Everyman Theatre Introduces New Initiatives to Enhance the Patron Experience
(Baltimore, MD 08/16/24)– Everyman Theatre is thrilled to announce an array of exciting new initiatives for its upcoming 2024/2025 Season designed to enhance the theatergoing experience for patrons. These new initiatives reflect Everyman Theatre’s dedication to making theatre welcoming, relevant, and affordable to everyone, while continuing its mission of delivering transformative experiences to the Baltimore community.
Beadly Speaking Kidz Jewelry Camp: A Showcase of Young Talent and Creativity
The Beadly Speaking Kidz Jewelry Camp hosted a spectacular Fashion Show and Marketplace at 1505 Eutaw Place, Baltimore, MD, showcasing unique handmade jewelry designs. The event, held on Saturday, August 3, was a vibrant display of creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. Attendees marveled at the incredible talent of young designers as...
Attend A Free Early Screening And Q&A For ‘Seeking Mavis Beacon’
We’re happy to offer our readers the chance to attend a special screening of the award-winning documentary, Seeking Mavis Beacon. The film will be followed by a Q&A with director Jazmin Renée Jones and co-star/associate-producer Olivia McKayla Ross. Synopsis: The most recognizable woman in technology lives in our...
Edmondson Avenue Murder Defendant Sentenced to Life Plus 37 Years
Thank you for reading Baltimore Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. A 47-year-old homicide defendant was sentenced to life in prison plus 37 years for a March 2023 homicide in Baltimore City Circuit Court Aug. 15. Ricky Crenshaw was found guilty in May of the first-degree murder of...
TIME names Woodson student and scientist ‘kid of the year’
TIME magazine has named Woodson High School student Heman Bekele the 2024 “Kid of the Year.”. Bekele was just 14 when he created a special, affordable soap that can be used to treat skin cancer. That invention netted him the title “America’s Top Young Scientist” and a $23,00 prize in the 3M Young Scientist Challenge in 2023.
Neighbors concerned over buckling formstone tearing way from rowhome’s foundation
Neighbors are concerned about the safety of a Woodberry rowhome where the formstone is buckling and tearing away from the foundation. Residents told 11 News Investigates they have been calling the city’s 311 line over three century-old rowhomes at the intersection of West 41st Street and Druid Park Drive, where the formstone has buckled and torn away from the foundation.
Organization seeks to make a difference by mowing lawns for free
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Navy veteran Springer Blankenship shows up at a home along Wardour Road in Glen Burnie with his lawn mower, gloves, and a smile, ready to serve. "I've always volunteered," Blankenship said. "Even when I was in the military, I worked with various volunteer organizations so after I retired, I was looking for something to do to help my community."
Scenes from a sacrifice zone: South Baltimore residents fight back against industrial pollution
This story was co-published with in In These Times on Aug. 14, 2024. The explosion happened on Dec. 30, 2021, in the working-class South Baltimore neighborhood of Curtis Bay. At the coal plant building owned and operated by rail giant CSX Transportation, no more than a city block away from residents’ homes and local businesses, a buildup of methane gas inside one of CSX’s coal silo towers led to the thundering explosion.
Stories from the Stoop: A passion for teaching
The next Stoop show is tonight at 7 pm at Manor Mill. The theme is, “Rose Colored Glasses: Stories of Summertime Nostalgia.”. Maureen Harvie is Senior Supervising Producer for On the Record. She is a graduate of the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, and joined WYPR in 2014 as an intern for the newsroom. Whether coordinating live election night coverage, capturing the sounds of a roller derby scrimmage, interviewing veterans, or booking local authors, she is always on the lookout for the next story.
The Fentanyl Crisis: Baltimore’s Struggle with Overdose Epidemic (Video)
Baltimore is currently facing an unprecedented public health crisis, with more drug overdose deaths than any other major American city. The driving force behind this alarming trend is fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid that has wreaked havoc across the United States. Every year, over 100,000 Americans die from drug overdoses, and no city has been hit as hard as Baltimore.
Westminster Man Picks Up Sweetener For Sweetheart, $50K Lottery During Lucky Walmart Trip
Sporting his finest Slayer t-shirt this week, Westminster resident Brian Murray was happy to take the short trek to Maryland Lottery Headquarters in Baltimore on Aug. 14 to claim the unexpected five-figure prize. "I wore my favorite band shirt to (make the) claim," he said while signing the paperwork to...
Hot Plate: Green light for The Undefeated, Red Pepper turns five, Tropical BBQ at BSC and more
Mid-August might be the best time to eat locally in the Chesapeake region. This week, Baltimore restaurants are going all-in on local produce, seafood and more. Here’s a look at what’s happening:. Openings & announcements. Atlas Restaurant Group has been granted the necessary licensing to move forward with...
Things To Do In The DMV: Creatively Black Baltimore – Celebrating Artistry at Inner Harbor Light Street Pavilion
Explore the vibrant art scene in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor at the Light Street Pavilion. Celebrate and discover creativity at its best. Articulated Insight – “News, Race and Culture in the Information Age”. In the summer of 2023, Joy Bramble and Paris Brown had a vision to celebrate...
Baltimore Mayor Taps Johns Hopkins Health Experts for Advisory Roles Amid Health Commissioner Transition
On Thursday, Mayor Brandon M. Scott of Baltimore appointed two veteran public health professionals from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health as part-time Senior Advisors on health policy. Dr. Joshua Sharfstein and Michelle Spencer are set to guide the city during the critical phase of transition between Health Commissioners while the search for a permanent appointee is ongoing. According to a statement from the Mayor's office, the advisors will keep their current posts at Johns Hopkins and their advisory roles are to be supported by the Bloomberg School's Bloomberg American Health Initiative.
Morgan State Volleyball Adds Michael Rainbow as Assistant Coach
BALTIMORE, Md. (August 16, 2024) -- Morgan State head volleyball head coach Xiomara Ortiz has named Michael Rainbow as assistant coach for the upcoming 2024 volleyball season. "I am excited to add an experienced and local coach, such as Mike to our staff," said Ortiz. "One of my goals is to build our program so adding staff members is part of that!"
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