LOCAL NEWS
PODCAST: Eastport A Rockin’ 22 years strong!
In 1997, James Borchelt had an idea. Gather 4 local bands. Have them play a street festival for free and give away the money. Seemed reasonable. And THAT was the start of Eastport A Rockin. Maybe 700 people attended to hear The Kelly Bell Band, The Eastport Oyster Boys, Jepetto and Non-Fiction. Now, 22 years […]
Daily News Brief | June 21, 2018
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. Today… Early voting wraps up today. President Trump relented and signed an order preventing children from being separated from families at the border. Sheriff Bateman has a new problem […]
B CHORD Bash at Union Jack’s this Saturday night
Come on out to Union Jack’s in Annapolis this Saturday, June 23rd for an evening of live music benefiting St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Before the night comes to an end seven acts will have taken the stage at Union Jack’s of Annapolis. Ashley Gaines, Jackson Dean, Ben Fuller, Bradley Turner Band, Devon Nicholes, Andrew Robear and Phillip […]
Annapolis to hold emergency drill at St. Mary’s on Friday
The City of Annapolis will conduct an emergency response to an active assailant exercise on Friday, June 22, at 10 a.m. at the St. Mary’s school campus on Duke of Gloucester Street in Annapolis. The exercise will include the participation of the Annapolis Office of Emergency Management and the fire and police departments. The exercise […]
CRIME
Operation Broken Heart yields 56 arrests in Maryland
Maryland’s Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force yields 56 arrests in Maryland, 21 of which were arrested by Maryland State Police investigators, while participating in “Operation Broken Heart,” a nationwide, three-month initiative targeting offenders of child sexual exploitation. The Maryland Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (ICAC) was one of 61 task forces included in […]
Woman pushed, robbed by suspect on bicycle on Bay Ridge Road in Annapolis
Yesterday afternoon at 130pm, Annapolis Police responded to the 900 block of Bay Ridge Road for a citizen robbery. An adult female victim reported that she was walking in the area when an adult male suspect approached her, pushed her to the ground and stole money and her cell phone. He fled the area on […]
Man and woman assaulted at gunpoint in Annapolis
NOTE: A correction was made to the headline. The incident happened in the apartment building adjacent to the Design District and was not actually located within the district. We regret the error. Last night at 11:45pm, Annapolis Police responded to the 1900 block of McGuickian Street for a report of an assault. The adult male […]
Edgewater man receives 20 years for drug offenses
UPDATE: The 2nd to last paragraph was edited to clarify the sentence received. Anne Arundel County State’s Attorney has Wes Adams announced that Branden Corey Williams, 27, of Edgewater, was sentenced by Circuit Court Judge Mark W. Crooks to 20 years in prison for possession with intent to distribute heroin with 13 of them suspended. […]
EVENTS
Burlesque returning to Metropolitan
Callie Pigeon, producer and Annapolis native, will present another installment of the Les Folies Derrière cabaret at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 5, at Metropolitan Kitchen and Lounge. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. “I love doing shows in Annapolis and am grateful that Metropolitan has invited us back,” said Pigeon, […]
PODCAST: Eastport A Rockin’ 22 years strong!
In 1997, James Borchelt had an idea. Gather 4 local bands. Have them play a street festival for free and give away the money. Seemed reasonable. And THAT was the start of Eastport A Rockin. Maybe 700 people attended to hear The Kelly Bell Band, The Eastport Oyster Boys, Jepetto and Non-Fiction. Now, 22 years […]
B CHORD Bash at Union Jack’s this Saturday night
Come on out to Union Jack’s in Annapolis this Saturday, June 23rd for an evening of live music benefiting St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Before the night comes to an end seven acts will have taken the stage at Union Jack’s of Annapolis. Ashley Gaines, Jackson Dean, Ben Fuller, Bradley Turner Band, Devon Nicholes, Andrew Robear and Phillip […]
Celebrate a Red, White and Blue Independence Day on Ft. George G. Meade
The public is invited to join the service men and women of Fort George G. Meade for their annual Red, White and Blue Independence Day Celebration on Friday, June 29 from 4-10 p.m. Several thousand people are expected to turn out for this popular community event taking place on Fort Meade’s McGlachlin Field. Free kiddie […]
AREA BUSINESSES
What is Elder Law and why should you care?
Elder Law is an area of legal practice that is defined more by the type of client it serves than the more traditional fields of practice. The types of legal issues that are the focus of Elder Law attorneys’ practice include: Estate Planning: Planning that is tailored to the specific situation, needs, and hopes of […]
Marina Yousefian named to Champion Realty’s Hall of Fame
Marina Yousefian, a realtor with Champion Realty’s Pasadena Office, has been named to the Champion Hall of Fame for achieving $50 million in settled Champion sales. She joins 60 previous Hall of Fame recipients, whose photo plaques are displayed in Champion’s Severna Park headquarters. “I just want to take care of customers,” Yousefian said. “I wasn’t […]
AAMC wins national recognition for heart and stroke care
Anne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC) has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes AAMC’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized evidence-based guidelines. AAMC earned the award by meeting specific quality measures for the diagnosis and […]
Maryland Tourism Commission names Ruth Toomey as new Executive Director
The Maryland Tourism Coalition (MTC) announces that Ruth Toomey is its new executive director, effective June 1, 2018. Toomey, a longtime professional in the Greater Baltimore/Anne Arundel County hospitality industry, has been an active member and board member of the tourism/hospitality trade organization since 2009. She most recently served as MTC’s Membership chair.“Tourism is one of Maryland’s top 10 economic engines […]
PODCAST
Daily News Brief | June 21, 2018
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. Today… Early voting wraps up today. President Trump relented and signed an order preventing children from being separated from families at the border. Sheriff Bateman has a new problem […]
Daily News Brief | June 20, 2018
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. Today…Governor Hogan pushed back on Trump and withdraws National Guard troops from US Border. Annapolis passes budget and 6M tax increase. Anne Arundel County bans styrofoam packaging. The Orioles […]
Daily News Brief | June 19, 2018
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. Today…Annapolis to host an active assailant drill on Friday. Mayo Buckley to hold a Pride Walk to celebrateLGBTQ+ Month today. Cooling centers open due to heat. Deaths are up […]
Daily News Brief | June 18, 2018
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. Today…Another Circuit Court judge is retiring on August 1. Annapolis will struggle with budget tonight, but they have a new Poet Laureate. Action Annapolis is hosting a forum tomorrow. […]
COLUMNS & OPINIONS
Guest Column: An alternative to a styrofoam ban
Just like bad news, bad policies travel fast and if we’re not careful, we run the risk of Baltimore’s wrongheaded styrofoam ban has the potential to travel down to Annapolis and affect the entire state. On April 19th, Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh, signed into law the city’s styrofoam ban. As a former resident of Charm […]
PRIMARY 2018: Our predictions, thoughts, comments
If you have read Eye On Annapolis for more at least an election cycle, you know that we do not do endorsements. Voting is a very personal decision and one that should not be influenced by that latest mailer you received, that nice old lady in the “Elect Whomever” shirt at the polls, or a […]
GUEST COLUMN: In support of Wes Adams for Anne Arundel County State’s Attorney
I am writing in response to an article published earlier this week in The Capital regarding the current state of affairs at the Anne Arundel County State’s Attorney’s Office. Because I was not contacted by the Capital for purposes of this article, I believe it is only fair that I have an opportunity to voice […]
GUEST COLUMN: 10 Reasons to support Chrissy Holt
There are many reasons to support the candidacy of Chrissy Holt for State Senate in District 30. Here are ten. She is the… Only candidate endorsed by Progressive Maryland for her comprehensive platform Only candidate Small Money Certified and endorsed by Represent Maryland to clean up campaign finances and to empower citizens/communities Only candidate who […]
MORE RECENT ARTICLES
PRIMARY 2018: Our predictions, thoughts, comments
If you have read Eye On Annapolis for more at least an election cycle, you know that we do not do endorsements. Voting is a very personal decision and one that should not be influenced by that latest mailer you received, that nice old lady in the “Elect Whomever” shirt at the polls, or a […]
Burlesque returning to Metropolitan
Callie Pigeon, producer and Annapolis native, will present another installment of the Les Folies Derrière cabaret at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 5, at Metropolitan Kitchen and Lounge. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. “I love doing shows in Annapolis and am grateful that Metropolitan has invited us back,” said Pigeon, […]
PODCAST: Eastport A Rockin’ 22 years strong!
In 1997, James Borchelt had an idea. Gather 4 local bands. Have them play a street festival for free and give away the money. Seemed reasonable. And THAT was the start of Eastport A Rockin. Maybe 700 people attended to hear The Kelly Bell Band, The Eastport Oyster Boys, Jepetto and Non-Fiction. Now, 22 years […]
Daily News Brief | June 21, 2018
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. Today… Early voting wraps up today. President Trump relented and signed an order preventing children from being separated from families at the border. Sheriff Bateman has a new problem […]
What is Elder Law and why should you care?
Elder Law is an area of legal practice that is defined more by the type of client it serves than the more traditional fields of practice. The types of legal issues that are the focus of Elder Law attorneys’ practice include: Estate Planning: Planning that is tailored to the specific situation, needs, and hopes of […]
B CHORD Bash at Union Jack’s this Saturday night
Come on out to Union Jack’s in Annapolis this Saturday, June 23rd for an evening of live music benefiting St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Before the night comes to an end seven acts will have taken the stage at Union Jack’s of Annapolis. Ashley Gaines, Jackson Dean, Ben Fuller, Bradley Turner Band, Devon Nicholes, Andrew Robear and Phillip […]
Annapolis to hold emergency drill at St. Mary’s on Friday
The City of Annapolis will conduct an emergency response to an active assailant exercise on Friday, June 22, at 10 a.m. at the St. Mary’s school campus on Duke of Gloucester Street in Annapolis. The exercise will include the participation of the Annapolis Office of Emergency Management and the fire and police departments. The exercise […]
Annapolis Maritime Museum welcomes new (to them) skipjack Wilma Lee
Last night around 630pm, if you heard cannon fire and thought that Navy might be celebrating a touchdown–it’d be understandable, but mistaken! The three volleys of cannon fire were celebrating the arrival of the Wilma Lee to the Annapolis Maritime Museum and her now permanent berth. Wilma Lee was “rescued” from Ocrakoke, NC when the […]
Daily News Brief | June 20, 2018
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. Today…Governor Hogan pushed back on Trump and withdraws National Guard troops from US Border. Annapolis passes budget and 6M tax increase. Anne Arundel County bans styrofoam packaging. The Orioles […]
Get on out and volunteer y’all
Many Volunteer positions are available through the Anne Arundel County Volunteer Center. If you do not see an opportunity below that fits your needs, contact the Volunteer Center at [email protected] or 410-897-9207. Check our Website: www.aacvc.org. A few current volunteer opportunities are listed below. Anne Arundel County Police Department Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS): The […]
MHEC makes official transcripts from defunct ITT Technical available to students
Maryland Department of Higher Education Secretary Dr. James D. Fielder has announced that all former Maryland students who attended the Owings Mills and Hanover ITT Technical Institute can now access free official academic transcripts from the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC). ITT unexpectedly closed and locked its doors at all of its campuses nationally on […]
Annapolis settles on a $6M tax increase for $117M 2019 budget
By the time 230am rolled around this morning, the Annapolis City Council had exhausted more than 100 amendments to the Mayor’s budget and hashed out their differences and slashed the spending to agree on a budget. And it will cost the average homeowner in the City an additional $368 per year. Granted, that is a […]
Guest Column: An alternative to a styrofoam ban
Just like bad news, bad policies travel fast and if we’re not careful, we run the risk of Baltimore’s wrongheaded styrofoam ban has the potential to travel down to Annapolis and affect the entire state. On April 19th, Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh, signed into law the city’s styrofoam ban. As a former resident of Charm […]
Daily News Brief | June 19, 2018
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. Today…Annapolis to host an active assailant drill on Friday. Mayo Buckley to hold a Pride Walk to celebrateLGBTQ+ Month today. Cooling centers open due to heat. Deaths are up […]
Celebrate a Red, White and Blue Independence Day on Ft. George G. Meade
The public is invited to join the service men and women of Fort George G. Meade for their annual Red, White and Blue Independence Day Celebration on Friday, June 29 from 4-10 p.m. Several thousand people are expected to turn out for this popular community event taking place on Fort Meade’s McGlachlin Field. Free kiddie […]
PRIMARY PRIMER: Single Shotting
Politics can be a dirty business. There are all sorts of tricks to be played with words and images–we’ve all received plenty of mailers. Another form of shenanigans that we recently heard was happening was to “single shot”, or vote ONLY for a specific candidate. What is a “single shot?” Simply put, it is […]
Peacherine Ragtime Society Orchestra to kick of Maryland Hall summer concert series
The Peacherine Ragtime Society Orchestra (PRSO) will kick off the Free Summer Concert Series at Maryland Hall on Friday, June 29 at 7 pm, the first of three free concerts. The orchestra will provide a fun night of patriotic ragtime and jazz music for all ages. Accompanying the music, the short 1920 Buster Keaton silent […]
Pirate’s Cove to hold fundraiser for cause dear to loved musician’s heart
Pirates Cove Restaurant & Dock Bar will host a very special event to support a local musician and dear friend, Ray Weaver, on Saturday, July 28th, from 2 to 6 pm. The event, featuring performances by Ray Weaver along with an open jam and musical collaboration with local musicians, will benefit Ray and his family […]
Daily News Brief | June 18, 2018
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. Today…Another Circuit Court judge is retiring on August 1. Annapolis will struggle with budget tonight, but they have a new Poet Laureate. Action Annapolis is hosting a forum tomorrow. […]
Baysox swept by Portland 5-3
A five-run first inning was all the offense the Portland Sea Dogs needed to complete a three-game sweep with a 5-3 win over the Bowie Baysox in front of 4,273 on Father’s Day Sunday afternoon. After the Sea Dogs (26-41) jumped out to an early lead, the hosts pulled a run back in the second […]
Annapolis names Poet Laureate for City
Mayor Gavin Buckley today announces the selection of U.S. Naval Academy English Professor Temple Cone as poet laureate for the City of Annapolis for the 2018-2020 term. A selection panel convened under the City of Annapolis Art in Public Places Commission (AIPPC) that includes notable literary figures from the City selected Professor Cone and submitted […]
Annapolis Arts District successfully earns re-designation
The Annapolis Arts District was first designated in 2008 by the State of Maryland for a 10 year period. It supplies leadership in cultivating the city’s artistic art district community and developing collaborative partnerships that result in economic and cultural revitalization along Inner West Street with strong anchors like Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, […]
Eastport a Rockin’ this weekend, get your tickets now!
Eastport a Rockin’ celebrates its 22nd Anniversary June 23, 2018 on Second Street and Bay Shore Avenue in the Maritime Republic of Eastport from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm. Founded in 1997 by James Borchelt, former owner of Café Gurus on Second Street (now called Leeward Market), Eastport a Rockin’ has hosted hundreds of bands from […]
Volunteer opportunities abound in Anne Arundel County
Many Volunteer positions are available through the Anne Arundel County Volunteer Center. If you do not see an opportunity below that fits your needs, contact the Volunteer Center at [email protected] or 410-897-9207. Check our Website: www.aacvc.org. A few current volunteer opportunities are listed below. Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services Anne Arundel County Department […]
Seadogs shut out Baysox 4-0
The Bowie relievers threw four perfect innings, but some early offense from the Portland Sea Dogs helped the visitors pull out a 4-0 win in front of 8,072 at Prince George’s Stadium Saturday night. The bullpen led the way for Bowie (29-36), keeping the Sea Dogs off the basepaths over the final four innings. Reid […]
Annapolis City Council to honor Annapolis Dragon Boat Club on Monday
Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley and members of the City Council will recognize the Annapolis Dragon Boat Club during the Council Session on June 18th, 2018, as the Club prepares to launch into their first European competition. The Club is being recognized as the only dragon boat team in Maryland attending the International Breast Cancer Paddlers […]
Operation Broken Heart yields 56 arrests in Maryland
Maryland’s Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force yields 56 arrests in Maryland, 21 of which were arrested by Maryland State Police investigators, while participating in “Operation Broken Heart,” a nationwide, three-month initiative targeting offenders of child sexual exploitation. The Maryland Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (ICAC) was one of 61 task forces included in […]
Marina Yousefian named to Champion Realty’s Hall of Fame
Marina Yousefian, a realtor with Champion Realty’s Pasadena Office, has been named to the Champion Hall of Fame for achieving $50 million in settled Champion sales. She joins 60 previous Hall of Fame recipients, whose photo plaques are displayed in Champion’s Severna Park headquarters. “I just want to take care of customers,” Yousefian said. “I wasn’t […]
GUEST COLUMN: In support of Wes Adams for Anne Arundel County State’s Attorney
I am writing in response to an article published earlier this week in The Capital regarding the current state of affairs at the Anne Arundel County State’s Attorney’s Office. Because I was not contacted by the Capital for purposes of this article, I believe it is only fair that I have an opportunity to voice […]
AAMC wins national recognition for heart and stroke care
Anne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC) has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes AAMC’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized evidence-based guidelines. AAMC earned the award by meeting specific quality measures for the diagnosis and […]
Diaper Drive tonight at Baysox to benefit local families in need
The Bowie Baysox and Walk the Walk Foundation are partnering together Saturday evening, June 16th to try to help local families who are in need of diapers and other resources in our area. If you donate diapers, baby wash, baby wipes or diaper rash cream you will receive a Baysox Promotional Item. Those that make […]
Portland pitching stifles Baysox
The Baysox staged several late-inning rallies, but the Portland Sea Dogs defeated the Bowie Baysox, 2-1, in front of 4,983 at Prince George’s Stadium Friday night. Josh Ockimey led the way for Portland (24-41), driving in two runs during his first two at-bats. After lining a double down the right field line in the first […]
Kamenetz campaign donates war chest to several non-profits important to the former County Executive
The Committee for Kamenetz announced yesterday that, in accordance with state campaign finance laws, the remaining funds in the late Kevin Kamenetz’s campaign account will be donated to several non-profit organizations across the Baltimore region. In consultation with the Kamenetz family, the campaign’s remaining funds will be dispersed in the following manner: Central Scholarship will […]
Corvettes on the Bay this weekend
Corvette Annapolis presents its 7th Annual Corvettes on the Bay Show at the Annapolis City Dock, June 16, 2018 from 10am to 3pm. The event has always been a highlight tourist attraction for visitors, car enthusiasts and spectators in the Annapolis area. It features perfected Corvette models from 1953 – 2018 in all styles and […]
Maryland Tourism Commission names Ruth Toomey as new Executive Director
The Maryland Tourism Coalition (MTC) announces that Ruth Toomey is its new executive director, effective June 1, 2018. Toomey, a longtime professional in the Greater Baltimore/Anne Arundel County hospitality industry, has been an active member and board member of the tourism/hospitality trade organization since 2009. She most recently served as MTC’s Membership chair.“Tourism is one of Maryland’s top 10 economic engines […]
Action Annapolis sponsoring forum for less familiar races
Come and learn more about the race for County Executive and four of the less familiar June 26 Primary Election races: Anne Arundel County Council, District 6; State’s Attorney; Sheriff; and Clerk of the Circuit Court 6. Under the Radar, sponsored by Action Annapolis, will be held at Asbury United Methodist Church, 87 West Street […]
