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Chef Ashish Alfred leads revamp of The Walrus in Columbia
The Walrus is getting a new look in Columbia. Now under the creative direction of Chef Ashish Alfred, known for his national television appearances and innovative approach to food, the relaunched restaurant is being transformed from a neighborhood pub into a must-visit spot, featuring flavors from America’s most iconic coastlines, according to a news release. The restaurateur said his ...
Baltimore mayor says $1.8 million emergency request from BOPA was last straw
Mayor Brandon Scott said Tuesday that the $1.8 million request last month for emergency funds from the Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts convinced him to terminate the city’s contract with the quasi-governmental agency. “That was the straw that broke the camel’s back,” Scott told Tom Hall, host of “Midday with the Mayor” on WYPR-FM. “For me this was about responsibility. When I saw ...
Maryland election officials anticipate record turnout with early voting starting
BALTIMORE -- Maryland election officials are anticipating a record turnout at the polls this year.Voters can cast their ballots in person starting Thursday morning at more than 90 Maryland early voting sites. Here's everything you need to know about early voting."The numbers are probably up from the last election and that's not unusual when there are tight races," said Baltimore City Elections Director Armstead Jones.This year, Maryland voters can select a new president, a new U.S. Senator, and vote on important issues."For me, it's always important to vote and get your voice out there," Baltimore resident Brian Forster said. Early voting...
Speeding drivers at fault for I-695 crash that killed 6, report says
The National Transportation Safety Board concluded in a report released this week that two drivers speeding — and one of them changing lanes in an unsafe manner — ultimately caused a crash on the Baltimore Beltway that killed six highway workers last year. The final report, while not revealing much more about the March 22, 2023, crash, comes as one of the motorists prepares for trial on ...
Ravinklejeet Mathon Admits To Role In Maryland Gold Bar Scam
Ravinklejeet Mathon pleaded guilty this week and will face 40 years behind bars after scheming to steal three one-kilo gold bars with an estimated value of nearly $230,000 from an elderly man in Silver Spring. "The scam is believed to be part of an international organized crime ring," prosecutors said....
Well-traveled Centennial cross country team returns home to win Howard County championships
The Centennial cross country team has been racking up the miles this season — not just while racing, but getting to the races. From Pennsylvania to North Carolina, the Eagles have traveled to run against the best competition they could find. David Herzberger joked that Wednesday’s Howard County championships was the first time he’s seen runners from his home county. But once Herzberger and the rest of the Eagles were back among the county flock, they showed that their quest to run against the best made strong teams even better. Both the Centennial boys and girls cruised to county team championships Wednesday on their home course. “I love racing against these guys, but we’re focused toward the end of the year,” Herzberger, who led Centennial to a Class 2A state championship a year ago, said. “We haven’t run a ton of races yet because were trying to continue that solid base of training so we can peak toward states and then hopefully [Nike Cross Country Regionals] later in the season.”
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