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Anne Arundel County Public Works Goes Solar

Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman, the Anne Arundel County Department of Public Works and officials from the Maryland Department of Environment officially kicked off construction of a solar project […]

Shop Maryland: Tax-Free Week is Coming!

Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week returns August 14-20 and Comptroller Peter Franchot wants consumers to take advantage of big discounts that provide a much-needed sales boost for retailers. “August’s temperatures are […]

The Importance of Business Research

When people talk about business research, they often use it to specifically mean market research, including learning about potential and current customers and the competition. While this is one important […]

Where To Have Afternoon Tea In and Near Annapolis

Coffee is one of the most consumed beverages in the world, and in Annapolis, coffee culture is alive and thriving as coffee shops, such as community favorite The Big Bean […]

CRIME

Police Arrest 66-Year-Old Man in Racially Motivated Vandalism Against Gambrills Church

On August 3, 2022, at approximately 9:15 pm, Anne Arundel County Police officers responded to a report of vandalism at the Kingdom Celebration Center located at 952 Annapolis Road in […]

County Executive Pittman Statement on Second Racially Targeted Vandalism

Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman issued the following statement regarding a second racially-motivated vandalism incident at Kingdom Celebration Center in Gambrills. “On Wednesday evening, the Anne Arundel County Police […]

Teenager In Critical Condition After Being Shot in Bay Ridge Gardens Community

The Annapolis Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened in the Bay Ridge Gardens community in Annapolis just hours after their National Night Out event was held in the […]

Annapolis Police Now Posting City Crime Online on Searchable Map

The Annapolis Police Department has launched a City of Annapolis Crime Incident map that allows website visitors to review incidents of crime in the City. The data points on the […]

EVENTS

Shop Maryland: Tax-Free Week is Coming!

On September 17th, Together, We Walk To Fight Suicide

Community is the heart of the Annapolis Out of the Darkness Walk. For 12 years, thousands of people have been participating in the annual event to show that it’s important […]

Shovels & Rope! Avalon Theatre! August 24th! Be There!

Acclaimed rock duo Shovels & Rope has announced a fall tour in support of their critically acclaimed new album Manticore. The tour will begin in Tomball, TX, on October 13th and will […]

Free Concert: Jarflys at Tides & Tunes on Thursday!

Summer Concerts are back this year! The Annapolis Maritime Museum (AMM) will host weekly beachside concerts all summer long. Every Thursday from June 16th to August 18th a different band […]

AREA BUSINESSES

Pocket Yacht Becomes Dealer for New Boat Brand SOLARA

Pocket Yacht Company becomes the dealer for the all-new boat brand, Solara. Solara is the new brand of boats from the manufacturer Fluid Motion, the builder of Ranger Tugs and […]

Children’s Theatre of Annapolis Breaks Ground on Expansion and Renovation

Children’s Theatre of Annapolis (CTA) broke ground Thursday, July 28, 2022, on an expansion and renovation to its Bay Head Park theatre and facility. Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman and […]

Local Business Spotlight: Classic Theatre of Maryland 2022

The Classic Theatre of Maryland just announced its tenth season, which is chock full of professional entertainment. Shakespeare outdoors at the Gresham Estate, Cabaret Shows every month, each dedicated to […]

Little Bosses Festival Returns to Annapolis Town Center

Join the fun as Annapolis Town Center hosts the second annual Little Bosses Festival on August 14 from 12 pm – 2 pm. This Festival features a selected array of […]

PODCAST

Local Business Spotlight: Classic Theatre of Maryland 2022

August 5, 2022 | Daily News Brief | Sherwood Forest Fire. City Loses Appeal. Oyster Weekend. Football and Crabs!

Give us about ten minutes a day, and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our […]

August 4, 2022 | Daily News Brief | Teen Shot In Annapolis., Schools Are Short Staffed. Sunscreen Recall.

Give us about ten minutes a day, and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our […]

A Few Moments With Mike Reilly from Pure Prairie League

There aren’t many bands that get a big break with a breakout song and are still touring 52 years later! Pure Prairie League is one of them, and they will […]

COLUMNS & OPINIONS

OPINION: Citizens and Visitors Have A Right To Know About Violent Crime

On May 28, 2022, at 2:41 am, a man was robbed at gunpoint in the 800 block of Chesapeake Avenue in Eastport. He was approached by a man with a […]

OPINION: It’s Time for a Real Tax Cut

It’s time for a real tax cut. People are struggling with gas prices that have doubled in two months. Inflation, which reduces the purchasing power of your paycheck, is at […]

LETTER: From Director of Public Works–Your Support Enables Our Resiliency

Dear Anne Arundel County residents, businesses, and visitors, Since the onset of the global pandemic in 2020, the Anne Arundel County Department of Public Works (DPW)has endeavored to ensure that […]

OPINION: It’s the “Varsity” Football Team, Stupid!

Dear Annapolis, Let’s face facts, it is finally time to discuss shuttering the Naval Academy’s “varsity” football team. Enough is enough! Almost exactly 30 years ago, in December 1992, 133 […]

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Anne Arundel County Public Works Goes Solar

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Pocket Yacht Becomes Dealer for New Boat Brand SOLARA

EOA Staff | August 06, 2022, 04:09 PM

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Children’s Theatre of Annapolis Breaks Ground on Expansion and Renovation

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Police Arrest 66-Year-Old Man in Racially Motivated Vandalism Against Gambrills Church

EOA Staff | August 06, 2022, 12:42 PM

On August 3, 2022, at approximately 9:15 pm, Anne Arundel County Police officers responded to a report of vandalism at the Kingdom Celebration Center located at 952 Annapolis Road in […]

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Jeffrey Kirby Join Board of Providence Center

EOA Staff | August 06, 2022, 10:04 AM

Providence Center, a non-profit organization that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, announced that Jeffrey Kirby has joined the organization’s Board of Directors. Mr. Kirby is the founder and […]

Reasons Why You Must Have Proper Understanding Of Bitcoin

Stephanie Maris | August 06, 2022, 08:00 AM

Still, in 2022, Bitcoin has become the most widely discussed topic worldwide. Therefore, it has become one of the great things which happened to many people & currently, more than […]

Baysox Extend Winning Streak With Win Over Harrisburg

Bowie Baysox Staff | August 05, 2022, 11:45 PM

Make it six-straight wins for the Bowie Baysox. For the third time in four games, Bowie broke a tie game with Harrisburg late, this time securing a 5-4 win. The […]

The 6 Most Common and Popular Types of Cryptocurrency

Stephanie Maris | August 05, 2022, 06:00 PM

Throughout the globe, the use of digital money has grown significantly in recent years. But as we all know, the cryptocurrency market is highly speculative, and its value is frequently […]

On September 17th, Together, We Walk To Fight Suicide

EOA Staff | August 05, 2022, 04:22 PM

Community is the heart of the Annapolis Out of the Darkness Walk. For 12 years, thousands of people have been participating in the annual event to show that it’s important […]

Shovels & Rope! Avalon Theatre! August 24th! Be There!

EOA Staff | August 05, 2022, 01:50 PM

Acclaimed rock duo Shovels & Rope has announced a fall tour in support of their critically acclaimed new album Manticore. The tour will begin in Tomball, TX, on October 13th and will […]

Free Concert: Jarflys at Tides & Tunes on Thursday!

EOA Staff | August 05, 2022, 10:46 AM

Summer Concerts are back this year! The Annapolis Maritime Museum (AMM) will host weekly beachside concerts all summer long. Every Thursday from June 16th to August 18th a different band […]

County Executive Pittman Statement on Second Racially Targeted Vandalism

EOA Staff | August 05, 2022, 10:13 AM

The Most Popular Bitcoin Future Trends: What Can We Expect?

Stephanie Maris | August 05, 2022, 08:00 AM

Undeniably bitcoin has been creating a buzz in the financial market, but it has crashed several times in the last few years. So, trading bitcoin is not easy, and you […]

August 5, 2022 | Daily News Brief | Sherwood Forest Fire. City Loses Appeal. Oyster Weekend. Football and Crabs!

EOA Staff | August 05, 2022, 07:42 AM

Give us about ten minutes a day, and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our […]

Baysox Rout Senators 14-3 for Fifth Straight Win

Bowie Baysox Staff | August 04, 2022, 11:11 PM

It may have taken some time, but the Bowie Baysox are officially on their best run of the season. Bowie has won five consecutive games for the first time this […]

Little Bosses Festival Returns to Annapolis Town Center

EOA Staff | August 04, 2022, 08:21 PM

Join the fun as Annapolis Town Center hosts the second annual Little Bosses Festival on August 14 from 12 pm – 2 pm. This Festival features a selected array of […]

Do You Need Engineering Experience To Sell On Cloud Marketplaces?

Stephanie Maris | August 04, 2022, 06:00 PM

As an entrepreneur, you may wonder if you need engineering experience to sell on cloud marketplaces. The answer is: no. Each cloud marketplace has its requirements, and some platforms are […]

What to Look for When Choosing Delta 8 Gummies

Stephanie Maris | August 04, 2022, 06:00 PM

Delta 8 gummies are still a relatively new addition to the market. Only in the last very few years have people truly become aware of what delta 8 is and […]

Tickets On Sale Now For Inaugural Annapolis Songwriters Festival

EOA Staff | August 04, 2022, 04:31 PM

The inaugural Annapolis Songwriters Festival will be held September 15 to 17, 2022 at venues around Annapolis, including City Dock. The three-day event will feature nationally-known and acclaimed singers and […]

Early Morning Fire Destroys Sherwood Forest Home, Residents Escape Injury

EOA Staff | August 04, 2022, 03:11 PM

An early morning fire in a Sherwood Forest home kept the Anne Arundel County Fire Department busy this morning. At about 6:15 am, the Anne Arundel County Fire Department was […]

Front Stairs Concert Series Returns to Maryland Hall

EOA Staff | August 04, 2022, 01:43 PM

Maryland Hall announces summer concerts as part of the Front Stairs Series, a fun season of outdoor performances and activities. Launched in October 2020 with the Eastport Oyster Boys, the […]

In 2022, Visit the Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse Including Interior Tour

EOA Staff | August 04, 2022, 10:39 AM

The US Lighthouse Society and the Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park are pleased to announce the 2022 dates for the iconic Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse tours. The Thomas Point Shoal […]

Amazing Deck Designs Found in Annapolis

Stephanie Maris | August 04, 2022, 08:00 AM

If you are looking for some inspiration for your deck design, you will want to check out the fantastic deck designs we found in Annapolis. These decks are genuinely unique […]

August 4, 2022 | Daily News Brief | Teen Shot In Annapolis., Schools Are Short Staffed. Sunscreen Recall.

EOA Staff | August 04, 2022, 06:00 AM

Give us about ten minutes a day, and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our […]

Baysox Come Out On Top Again in Harrisburg

Bowie Baysox Staff | August 03, 2022, 10:44 PM

For the second-consecutive night, the Bowie Baysox split a 4-4 tie late to beat the Harrisburg Senators, earning the 6-4 win on Wednesday. Joey Ortiz continued his strong run for […]

How to Read CBD Gummies Labels Correctly

Stephanie Maris | August 03, 2022, 06:00 PM

Dietary supplements like CBD can offer a wide range of potential health benefits. Most people find that after only a few days of adding a new supplement into their diet, […]

Navy Fan Fest Set For This Saturday

EOA Staff | August 03, 2022, 04:01 PM

Navy fans are invited to the 2022 Navy Football Fan Fest/Media Day on Saturday, August 6 from 10 a.m.-12 noon at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Navy players will sign autographs […]

Tickets On Sale Now for 17th Annual Boatyard Beach Bash

EOA Staff | August 03, 2022, 01:03 PM

Are you in for a Key West paradise evening of swaying to Bay breezes with great music from a few of Jimmy Buffet’s touring and recording band members, the Coral […]

Teenager In Critical Condition After Being Shot in Bay Ridge Gardens Community

EOA Staff | August 03, 2022, 10:13 AM

The Annapolis Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened in the Bay Ridge Gardens community in Annapolis just hours after their National Night Out event was held in the […]

A Few Moments With Mike Reilly from Pure Prairie League

John Frenaye | August 03, 2022, 10:02 AM

There aren’t many bands that get a big break with a breakout song and are still touring 52 years later! Pure Prairie League is one of them, and they will […]

Are There Differences Between Brands of CBD Products?

Stephanie Maris | August 03, 2022, 08:00 AM

There are many things to consider when choosing the right CBD products. From choosing between product types, dosage options, or flavor profiles, choosing which CBD products to try first is […]

August 3, 2022 | Daily News Brief | Police Imposter. Tax Free Week. Monkeypox. Live Music!

EOA Staff | August 03, 2022, 06:00 AM

Give us about ten minutes a day and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our […]

Baysox Break Through Late To Win Series Opener Against Senators

Bowie Baysox Staff | August 02, 2022, 11:40 PM

Kicking off a long road trip, the Bowie Baysox broke out late again for a 9-4 win, kicking off a six-game series with the Harrisburg Senators. Bowie scored five runs […]

What No Deposit Bonuses Mean for Online Casinos

Stephanie Maris | August 02, 2022, 06:00 PM

Every player in the top online casinos would celebrate a no deposit bonus and a free spin. A no deposit bonus is a particular amount of cash a player receives […]

Aw, Shucks! It’s National Oyster Weekend August 5-7

EOA Staff | August 02, 2022, 04:57 PM

There’s a whole lot of shucking and slurping going on at the restaurants of The Irish Restaurant Company. From half-shell to Rockefeller, oyster lovers can satisfy their appetites while resting […]

Bonus Podcast: The Annapolis Rotary Crab Feast is Back IN PERSON

John Frenaye | August 02, 2022, 01:48 PM

The Annapolis Rotary just celebrated 100 years of service to the community, and this August 5th will mark the 77th time they have had the world’s largest crab feast! And […]

Waypoints Yacht Charters Grows Fleet

EOA Staff | August 02, 2022, 10:11 AM

Waypoints Yacht Charters continues to see exponential growth, with the expansion of the fleet at each of their premier bases. The most recent additions to the fleet include nine of […]

August 2, 2022 | Daily News Brief | Rapes In Annapolis. PNC Bank News. Classic Theatre. Tickets!!

EOA Staff | August 02, 2022, 06:00 AM

Give us about ten minutes a day and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our […]

Classic Theatre of Maryland Announces 10th Anniversary Season

EOA Staff | August 01, 2022, 04:11 PM

Classic Theatre of Maryland has announced its Tenth Anniversary Season! The full season features seven original productions of classic plays, comedies, and musicals and twelve all-new cabaret shows and highlights that […]

Annapolis Police Now Posting City Crime Online on Searchable Map

EOA Staff | August 01, 2022, 02:32 PM

The Annapolis Police Department has launched a City of Annapolis Crime Incident map that allows website visitors to review incidents of crime in the City. The data points on the […]

Man Stabbed While Walking Along Dock Street in Annapolis

EOA Staff | August 01, 2022, 02:19 PM

The Annapolis Police Department is investigating a stabbing that was delayed in being reported. On July 30, 2022, at approximately 2: 50 pm, Annapolis Police officers responded to Anne Arundel […]

Annapolis Police Investigating 3rd Rape in Past Two Weeks

EOA Staff | August 01, 2022, 01:10 PM

The Annapolis Police Department is investigating another rape in the City. On July 29, 2022 at approximately 5:45 pm, Annapolis Police officers responded to the 2000 block of West Street […]

Come Sail The World at Arts Alive Global!

EOA Staff | August 01, 2022, 01:00 PM

“Come Sail the World” at Arts Alive Global on September 9th! The Annual Maryland Hall celebration of the arts is sponsored this year by Rams Head Presents. On September 9, 2022, […]

Ignite Annapolis Tickets On Sale NOW

EOA Staff | August 01, 2022, 10:01 AM

Following a two year hiatus due to the COVID pandemic, Annapolis will once again play host to Ignite Annapolis, a high-energy evening of 5-minute talks by people who have a […]

August 1, 2022 | Daily News Brief | YouTuber Threat at City Hall. Body Found. Primary Results. Ignite. First Watch

EOA Staff | August 01, 2022, 06:00 AM

Give us about ten minutes a day, and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our […]

Visit Annapolis Always Has A Great List — Things To Do This August!

EOA Staff | July 31, 2022, 07:17 PM

Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County always has the scoop on what is happening all across the County. Here is their list for August! Located in the heart of Maryland, […]