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July 4th; Parade 6:30 p.m. Fireworks 9:15 p.m. Join this patriotic salute to our nation with marching bands, old and new fire engines, cars and vans, service clubs, and scouts! ROUTE: The parade kicks off at Amos Garrett and West Street. We'll head down West Street, the wrong way around Church Circle, and down Main Street. Anywhere along the parade route will provide a good view of the parade. Annapolis launches its fireworks from a barge in Annapolis Harbor. Begin lining up at 8:00 PM for the best view. Viewing areas include public spaces Northeast of the Severn River, City Dock, along the Naval Academy Bridge (limited parking area), any of the street end parks facing Spa Creek, and aboard a boat in the Annapolis harbor.
SUN: Where to watch 2024 fireworks, celebrate Fourth of July in Baltimore area
Here’s how to mark the Fourth of July across Maryland with free concerts, face painting, food vendors and, of course, fireworks. Annapolis, July 4, 6:30 p.m. The City of Annapolis’ parade kicks off at Amos Garrett and West Street at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks will begin from a barge in Annapolis Harbor around 9:15 p.m., viewable from public spaces including the northeast area of Severn River and City Dock along Naval Academy Bridge. The Spa Creek Bridge will be closed to traffic from Eastport into Annapolis from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m.
Police pursuit from Anne Arundel County to Washington D.C. ends with two dead in fiery crash
BALTIMORE -- A police chase that started in Anne Arundel County turned deadly Tuesday after two people were killed in a fiery crash in southeast Washington, DC. Anne Arundel County Police said officers spotted a vehicle allegedly used in multiple armed robberies across the DMV area when they began pursuit. Police spotted a white car in Annapolis that matched the description of the vehicle used in several armed robberies in the area, including two in June at nearby banks.U.S. Park Police found the car and initiated the pursuit.Officers followed the suspects from Annapolis through Prince George's County, and into Washington, D.C. where...
Md. DAR honors Joey Piper Mullenax as state Good Citizen winner
The Maryland State Society Daughters of the American Revolution honored Joey Piper Mullenax as the state Good Citizen winner at their State Conference in Ellicott City on May 18. Joey was presented with a monetary award, certificate and challenge coin. Joey is a graduating senior at Boyd J. Michael III...
Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival is coming back — and it’s bringing a new beer with it!
The second annual Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival will take place Sept. 21-22 on the eastern beach at Sandy Point State Park. The festival highlights the best in regional and national bluegrass, jamgrass, funkgrass, and Americana music. It’s a conservation and community-focused musical event, listed as a “Don’t-Miss Bay Music Festival”...
Stephanie Milvain Named as Navy Rifle Team Captain
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Navy rifle head coach Mike Anti announced that rising senior Stephanie Milvain (Matthews, N.C.) has been selected by her teammates to serve as the Mids’ team captain for the 2024-25 season. “I’m extremely proud to be named team captain for the 2024-25 academic year,” Milvain stated. “Since I was recruited, I’ve seen the team develop into a tight knit family. I hope to lead each student-athlete to achieve their best. Go Navy, Beat Army!” Milvain, a three-year letter winner, has appeared in 37 matches over her first three seasons at Navy during which she has compiled averages…
The road AHEAD: Maryland to be a test-subject state in new federal hospital model
Maryland will be one of two test-subject states for a new federal program that officials hope will improve patient outcomes and bridge inequities while constraining hospital and medical costs. The post The road AHEAD: Maryland to be a test-subject state in new federal hospital model appeared first on Maryland Matters.
29-year veteran takes helm at Office of Legislative Audits
Gregory Hook, a 49-year veteran of the office who served as legislative auditor since 2018, retired Monday. Replacing him is Brian Tanen. The post 29-year veteran takes helm at Office of Legislative Audits appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Maryland takes control of historic Pimlico Race Course as it prepares for makeover
BALTIMORE -- The state of Maryland has officially taken ownership of Baltimore's historic Pimlico Race Course as it plans to redevelop the venue.The Stronach Group transferred ownership on Monday to the state which will begin demolition to make Pimlico a year-round site for thoroughbred racing.All racing, training and wagering operations at the home of the Preakness Stakes will cease on Sept. 1. Site work and demolition is expected to start this fall.The 150th running of the Preakness Stakes will be held at Pimlico Race Course on May 17, 2025. The race will move to Laurel in 2026.Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed a measure in May to rebuild Baltimore's historic but antiquated race course and transfer the track to state control.Under the new law, Maryland can use $400 million in state bonds to rebuild the home of the second jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.The process involves Maryland taking over control of the track, building a training center and eventually closing Laurel Park to shift full-time racing to Pimlico.The plan includes renovating the track surface and grandstand, adding additional stalls and a new training track, as well as redevelop the surrounding Park Heights neighborhood.
Finding childcare in Maryland is hard. Finding good childcare is even harder
When Stephanie Jovine searched for child care for her nearly 4-year-old daughter LuzMarie in Prince George’s County in 2015, she found two options, both of them bad. Jovine couldn’t afford the first one, and the second denied the young girl snacks and then sheets for sleeping. “I was so upset, you know, it was so hard to trust anyone,” said Jovine, a teacher in the District of Columbia Public Schools...
Auditor: State Prosecutor ran afoul of procurement laws
The Office of State Prosecutor failed to use a competitive bid process to purchase the system. State auditors said the agency also failed to provide a written justification for using a sole source contract when it spent more than $131,000 on the system between 2020 and 2023. The post Auditor: State Prosecutor ran afoul of procurement laws appeared first on Maryland Matters.
PHOTOS: Baby trumpeter swans grow to half the size of their parents at Maryland Zoo
BALTIMORE, Md. (DC News Now) — Look at them go! In just one month, the two young trumpeter swans at the Maryland Zoo have grown to be half their parents’ size. In an update posted Tuesday on the X platform, the zoo shared photos of the young swans — also called cygnets. On June 3, […]
Hogan challenges Alsobrooks to disavow Maryland’s recent tax and fee increases
EXCLUSIVE — Former Republican Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan has penned an open letter to his Senate opponent, Angela Alsobrooks, calling on her to disavow a slate of recent tax and fee increases in Maryland. In the letter, first obtained by the Washington Examiner, Hogan accuses Alsobrooks, who is the executive of Prince George’s County, of backing the […]
School nutrition programs don’t take a break for summer
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) – Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced the launch of the state’s SUN Bucks program. The program will help families buy groceries this summer and partners with public schools to help with meal deliveries. Washington County is embracing the program. “The kids look forward to it, honestly,” says Krista with […]
Maryland State Police urge safety, will have more patrols over Fourth of July
BALTIMORE - The long Fourth of July weekend brings cookouts, beach trips and pool days. While you're enjoying time with family and friends, the Maryland State Police once again reminds us of the importance of making safe and wise decisions this holiday, especially if alcohol is involved.State Police say troopers will be in full force this holiday weekend to ensure the state's roads are safe. That includes enforcement for things like aggressive driving, distracted driving and driving under the influence. MSP is conducting "saturation patrols," increasing enforcement efforts across the state to save lives."We cannot continue to tolerate the poor and selfless choices...
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