LOCAL NEWS
Righttime Medical Care remains open to evaluate patients for COVID-19
Righttime Medical Care, an urgent care company with 19 locations in Maryland, continues to work closely with federal, state and county health officials concerning the COVID-19 situation. All locations remain open to care for patients for all symptoms, whether related to the coronavirus or non-emergency medical conditions such as allergies, sprains, cuts, head injuries, broken bones, […]
Annapolis Police make arrest in recent Ben’s Drive murder
The Annapolis Police Department has made an arrest in the shooting death of Leslie Saunders on Ben’s Drive on March 15, 2020. In a press conference shortly following the shooting, Annapolis Police Chief Edward Jackson indicated that the department had several significant leads they were working on and declined to elaborate for fear of jeopardizing […]
Coast Guard calls off search mother and son canoeists
The US Coast Guard has called off a search and rescue operation undertaken on Thursday afternoon to locate two missing canoeists in the Chesapeake Bay. The Washington Post first reported that the two were the daughter and grandson of former Maryland Lieutenant Governor Kathleen Kennedy Townsend. The pair, identified as Maeve Kennedy Townsend McKean and […]
Open enrollment for Maryland Health Connection now extended until July 15
The Maryland Easy Enrollment Health Insurance Program, a partnership between the Office of Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot and Maryland Health Benefit Exchange, the agency that runs Maryland Health Connection, will allow uninsured Marylanders to enroll in health insurance through July 15. The extended date coincides with the new state income tax filing and payment deadline, […]
CRIME
Annapolis Police make arrest in recent Ben’s Drive murder
The Annapolis Police Department has made an arrest in the shooting death of Leslie Saunders on Ben’s Drive on March 15, 2020. In a press conference shortly following the shooting, Annapolis Police Chief Edward Jackson indicated that the department had several significant leads they were working on and declined to elaborate for fear of jeopardizing […]
Officer with Anne Arundel County Police arrested on child solicitation and abuse charges, second officer arrest in a week
NOTE: Anne Arundel County Police have issued a correction, the suspect is an officer with the police department, not a Sergeant. This article has been updated to reflect the change. Less than a week after an Anne Arundel County Police Sergeant was arrested on domestic violence charges, a second officer has been arrested and charged […]
Anne Arundel County Police now requiring some crimes to be reported online
In the interest of public safety, The Anne Arundel County Police Department will be increasing its efforts to increase social distancing and reduce the chance of spreading the COVID-19 virus. The Anne Arundel County Police Department has implemented a policy of taking certain police reports for relatively minor and non-violent crimes by telephone. If you […]
24-year veteran of County police force arrested on domestic assault charges
The Anne Arundel County Police have arrested one of their own after a domestic assault call in Odenton last night. On Saturday, March 28, 2020 at approximately 11:50 p.m. officers from the Anne Arundel County Police Department responded to the 500 block of Maple Ridge Lane in Odenton for a domestic assault. The victim advised […]
EVENTS
Open enrollment for Maryland Health Connection now extended until July 15
The Maryland Easy Enrollment Health Insurance Program, a partnership between the Office of Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot and Maryland Health Benefit Exchange, the agency that runs Maryland Health Connection, will allow uninsured Marylanders to enroll in health insurance through July 15. The extended date coincides with the new state income tax filing and payment deadline, […]
Did you know these 6 things about Eye On Annapolis?
OK so the title is a bit click-baity (Buzz Feed eat your heart out) but recently several people have mentioned that they were unaware of some of the other benefits for being a reader of Eye On Annapolis. So, in case you did not know, here you are. We Have A Weekly Events Newsletter We […]
Severna Park’s Osprey Cam is back along with the Ospreys
The ospreys are back in town! And, Comcast Business is providing the connectivity that’s giving wildlife enthusiasts an up-close and personal look at these amazing birds in their nest via a live video feed that is available for viewing at severnaparkospreys.com. The ospreys’ nest is atop a Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE)-constructed platform outside Severna […]
Special enrollment opens for Maryland Health Connection
The Maryland Health Benefit Exchange has announced a new special enrollment period open to all Marylanders in need of health insurance during the State of Emergency for Coronavirus (COVID-19) declared by Gov. Larry Hogan this week. Uninsured Marylanders may enroll through MarylandHealthConnection.gov, the state’s health insurance marketplace. To ensure residents of the state receive access […]
AREA BUSINESSES
While the mall may be closed, many restaurants remain open for carryout or delivery
Westfield Annapolis has closed its center to shoppers to combat the COVID-19 pandemic; however, some retailers that provide essential services and restaurants offering take-out and delivery are still open for the community. Applebee’s | Take Out & Delivery Only Daily, 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. California Pizza Kitchen | Take Out & Delivery Only Daily, […]
Legacy Business Spotlight: Pedal Power Kids
Biking. It’s healthy. It’s fun. In Anne Arundel County there are plenty of safe places to do it. And to help you along, is Rachel Varn from Pedal Power Kids! Today, we speak with Rachel Varn who is the owner of Pedal Power Kids. After seeing parents sending their kids to swimming lessons, she decided […]
MVA business? Amongst this pandemic, a tag and tile agency might be your best bet
Maryland’s extensive network of vehicle titling agencies is the best option for motorists who need immediate tag and titling services, the president of the Maryland Vehicle Titling Association (MVTA) said, in light of the announcement from Governor Larry Hogan that the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) will now see customers on a “by appointment only” […]
Legacy Business Spotlight: Smithey Law Group
If you ever have a problem with a boss; or if you are a boss and have a problem with an employee–look no further than West Annapolis and the Smithey Law Group. Today, we speak with Joyce Smithey, a labor and employment law attorney with 20 years experience based in West Annapolis. We talk about […]
PODCAST
April 3, 2020 | Daily News Brief | (COVID UPDATE FOR AACO, MALL FOOD, OSPREY CAM)
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. SPONSOR: Many thanks to Solar Energy Services for sponsoring this podcast. If you think solar is in your future, please give Rick Peters and his team a call at 410-923-6090. […]
April 2, 2020 | Daily News Brief | (BAY BRIDGE OPEN, HEALTH EXCHANGE EXTENSION, PEE POOP PAPER )
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. SPONSOR: Many thanks to Solar Energy Services for sponsoring this podcast. If you think solar is in your future, please give Rick Peters and his team a call at 410-923-6090. […]
April 1, 2020 | Daily News Brief | (2 FATAL ACCIDENTS, ANNAPOLIS FIRE, CLARIFICATION ON BOATING)
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. SPONSOR: Many thanks to Solar Energy Services for sponsoring this podcast. If you think solar is in your future, please give Rick Peters and his team a call at 410-923-6090. […]
March 31, 2020 | Daily News Brief | (SHELTER AT HOME, PRIDE FESTIVAL POSTPONED, FEED ANNE ARUNDEL)
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. SPONSOR: Many thanks to Solar Energy Services for sponsoring this podcast. If you think solar is in your future, please give Rick Peters and his team a call at 410-923-6090. […]
COLUMNS & OPINIONS
OPINION: Don’t diss on the local businesses
We are all in this together. And we will all come out of this together. We all need to be thankful that we have a Governor that reacted as quickly as he did and take some solace in the fact that we are likely to come out of this COVID-19 Pandemic a lot better off […]
LETTER: Prosecutorial excess…Who will guard the guardians?
In January of 2013, Anne Arundel County Executive John Leopold was found guilty of “misconduct in office” for forcing a staffer to empty his hospital catheter bag after he’d undergone back surgery. From the beginning he has denied the charge, arguing that had his medical records been introduced into evidence at trial they would have […]
LETTER: Leash laws are in place for a reason
As a runner and walker, I frequently use our wonderful Anne Arundel County parks for exercise. Often I encounter a walker out with a dog which is not on a leash — contrary to the law in our county. Dog owners have dog parks that they can use if they want to let Fido run […]
LETTER: It’s time for the City to manage and operate the “DNR Docks” at City Dock
For the first time in over 50 years the City of Annapolis has a thoroughly professional Harbormaster and Staff. Harbormaster Beth Bellis has grown the once rag-tag outfit Annapolis Harbormaster’s office into a well trained professional unit with responsibilities including (but not limited to): Safety, Training, Law Enforcement, Education, Fiscal Management, Tourism, Recreation, and Environment. […]
MORE RECENT ARTICLES
CONCISE Listing of COVID-19 Resources and Links
There is WAY too much information being passed around surrounding the COVID-19 virus. It is encouraging that the communities are coming together like this to help, but there needs to be a way to consolidate it a bit. Hopefully this list of vetted links will help. Links to national and global sites (WHO, CDC, etc) […]
COVID-19 LOCAL INFORMATION AND RESOURCES
CURRENT NATIONAL OR STATEWIDE ALERTS: National: State of Emergency State: State of Emergency. No groups or events larger than 50 people. Practice social distancing (6′). All bars, restaurants, gyms, and movie theaters will be ordered to close at 5pm on March 16, 2020. Drive through, carry-out, and delivery operations will be allowed. COMMUNITY UPDATES This […]
Righttime Medical Care remains open to evaluate patients for COVID-19
Righttime Medical Care, an urgent care company with 19 locations in Maryland, continues to work closely with federal, state and county health officials concerning the COVID-19 situation. All locations remain open to care for patients for all symptoms, whether related to the coronavirus or non-emergency medical conditions such as allergies, sprains, cuts, head injuries, broken bones, […]
Annapolis Police make arrest in recent Ben’s Drive murder
The Annapolis Police Department has made an arrest in the shooting death of Leslie Saunders on Ben’s Drive on March 15, 2020. In a press conference shortly following the shooting, Annapolis Police Chief Edward Jackson indicated that the department had several significant leads they were working on and declined to elaborate for fear of jeopardizing […]
Coast Guard calls off search mother and son canoeists
The US Coast Guard has called off a search and rescue operation undertaken on Thursday afternoon to locate two missing canoeists in the Chesapeake Bay. The Washington Post first reported that the two were the daughter and grandson of former Maryland Lieutenant Governor Kathleen Kennedy Townsend. The pair, identified as Maeve Kennedy Townsend McKean and […]
Open enrollment for Maryland Health Connection now extended until July 15
The Maryland Easy Enrollment Health Insurance Program, a partnership between the Office of Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot and Maryland Health Benefit Exchange, the agency that runs Maryland Health Connection, will allow uninsured Marylanders to enroll in health insurance through July 15. The extended date coincides with the new state income tax filing and payment deadline, […]
Did you know these 6 things about Eye On Annapolis?
OK so the title is a bit click-baity (Buzz Feed eat your heart out) but recently several people have mentioned that they were unaware of some of the other benefits for being a reader of Eye On Annapolis. So, in case you did not know, here you are. We Have A Weekly Events Newsletter We […]
Officer with Anne Arundel County Police arrested on child solicitation and abuse charges, second officer arrest in a week
NOTE: Anne Arundel County Police have issued a correction, the suspect is an officer with the police department, not a Sergeant. This article has been updated to reflect the change. Less than a week after an Anne Arundel County Police Sergeant was arrested on domestic violence charges, a second officer has been arrested and charged […]
Severna Park’s Osprey Cam is back along with the Ospreys
The ospreys are back in town! And, Comcast Business is providing the connectivity that’s giving wildlife enthusiasts an up-close and personal look at these amazing birds in their nest via a live video feed that is available for viewing at severnaparkospreys.com. The ospreys’ nest is atop a Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE)-constructed platform outside Severna […]
Kathleen Kennedy Townsend’s daughter and grandson identified as missing kayakers
Maeve Kennedy Townsend McKean and her 8-year old son Gideon Joseph Kennedy McKean have been identified by The Washington Post as the missing kayakers off the coast of Shady Side last night. McKean is the daughter of former Maryland Lieutenant Governor Kathleen Kennedy Townsend and the granddaughter of former US Senator and US Attorney General […]
MIDN Wiedemann named Barry Goldwater Scholar
Midshipman 2nd Class (junior) Joseph Wiedemann, 22, of Bethesda, Maryland was recently selected as a 2020 Barry Goldwater Scholar. This year, over 5,000 candidates competed for one of the 396 scholarships awarded. Wiedemann is a Walt Whitman High School graduate and a Western Reserve Academy alumnus. At the Naval Academy, he is a pure physics […]
2 kayakers missing in Chesapeake Bay near Shady Side
Two kayakers were reported to be in trouble in the waters off Shady Side, Maryland. The kayak was recovered and search ensued for the missing kayakers. The search was called off last night due to darkness. At 4:30pm, the Anne Arundel County 911 center received a call from a concerned citizen about two kayakers in […]
April 3, 2020 | Daily News Brief | (COVID UPDATE FOR AACO, MALL FOOD, OSPREY CAM)
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. SPONSOR: Many thanks to Solar Energy Services for sponsoring this podcast. If you think solar is in your future, please give Rick Peters and his team a call at 410-923-6090. […]
While the mall may be closed, many restaurants remain open for carryout or delivery
Westfield Annapolis has closed its center to shoppers to combat the COVID-19 pandemic; however, some retailers that provide essential services and restaurants offering take-out and delivery are still open for the community. Applebee’s | Take Out & Delivery Only Daily, 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. California Pizza Kitchen | Take Out & Delivery Only Daily, […]
Special enrollment opens for Maryland Health Connection
The Maryland Health Benefit Exchange has announced a new special enrollment period open to all Marylanders in need of health insurance during the State of Emergency for Coronavirus (COVID-19) declared by Gov. Larry Hogan this week. Uninsured Marylanders may enroll through MarylandHealthConnection.gov, the state’s health insurance marketplace. To ensure residents of the state receive access […]
A COVID-19 update from Anne Arundel County (April 2, 2020)
This morning, County Executive Steuart Pittman led a conference call with an update on the County’s efforts in battling the COVID-19 pandemic in the County. Below are bullet points from that conference call. One Anne Arundel County Police officer has been diagnosed with the Coronavirus and is currently hospitalized. The Anne Arundel County Transportation Department […]
Some more COVID-19 relief for businesses
The Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) today announced that the 2020 deadline to submit Annual Reports and Personal Property Tax Returns will be automatically extended to July 15 as part of the Hogan administration’s response to COVID-19. Expiration dates for trade names and name reservations, as well as entity forfeiture dates, will also […]
April 2, 2020 | Daily News Brief | (BAY BRIDGE OPEN, HEALTH EXCHANGE EXTENSION, PEE POOP PAPER )
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. SPONSOR: Many thanks to Solar Energy Services for sponsoring this podcast. If you think solar is in your future, please give Rick Peters and his team a call at 410-923-6090. […]
REAL-ID deadline extended
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has extended the REAL ID deadline to October 1, 2021, giving states more time to meet federal REAL ID requirements. The one-year extension will allow nearly 300,000 Marylanders to become REAL ID compliant through their standard driver’s license renewal process. Governor Larry […]
RESCHEDULED: Chow 4 a Cause food truck and music festival on July 11th
When charity meets food trucks, you get the best of it all and Seeds 4 Success is bringing it to the Navy Marine-Corps Memorial Stadium on July 11th with Chow 4 a Cause!! What a great way to contribute to a charity, by chowing down on delicious super-sized samples from 10 food trucks, drinking craft […]
MD Department of Human Services secures SNAP waivers to insure continuity
To further support Marylanders during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) has taken a number of steps to expedite services for their customers to lessen the burden of this unprecedented public health emergency. Most recently, the Department’s request to extend certification periods and adjust reporting requirements for Maryland’s SNAP benefit recipients […]
All lanes open! Bay Bridge re-decking complete a full year ahead of schedule
Governor Larry Hogan today announced the Bay Bridge westbound right lane deck rehabilitation is 100% complete and open to all motorists. The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) delivered on the governor’s directive to expedite the project—once slated to last up to two years—and reopen the right lane of the westbound Bay Bridge as soon as possible. […]
Admiral Heights fire displaces two, sends two firefighters to hospital
The Annapolis Fire Department is investigating a house fire in the Admiral Heights neighborhood that sent two firefighters to a local hospital. On March 31, 2020 at 9:45pm, the Annapolis Fire Department was dispatched to the 500 block of Ludlow Road in the City’s Admiral Heights neighborhood for a house fire. Upon arrival, fire crews […]
April 1, 2020 | Daily News Brief | (2 FATAL ACCIDENTS, ANNAPOLIS FIRE, CLARIFICATION ON BOATING)
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. SPONSOR: Many thanks to Solar Energy Services for sponsoring this podcast. If you think solar is in your future, please give Rick Peters and his team a call at 410-923-6090. […]
County Executive Pittman closes all public and private playgrounds
Responding to community concerns, County Executive Steuart Pittman signed an executive order today closing all private or community playgrounds to reduce the risks associated with COVID-19 coronavirus. “To slow the spread of this dangerous virus, we must take Governor Hogan’s stay at home order seriously,” said County Executive Pittman. “People should not be congregating during […]
Franchot warns against scams associated with stimulus checks
Comptroller Peter Franchot today warns Marylanders not to fall victim to scammers trying to steal your stimulus check. There have been reports of scammers making phone calls, sending text messages and phishing emails to individuals and tax preparers to obtain personal information to take money needed for survival during these unprecedented times. They are using […]
Woman killed, toddler injured in Severn crash
The Anne Arundel County Police are investigating a single vehicle crash in Severn that killed a Severn woman and sent a 4-year old to the hospital with serious injuries. On March 30, 2020 at approximately 4:00pm, Anne Arundel County Police officers responded to Town Center Boulevard and Charter Oaks Boulevard in Severn for a single […]
NEW guidance on personal, non-motorized watercraft under Maryland Stay at Home Order
Additional guidance has been issued by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources regarding the Stay at Home Executive Order issued by Governor Hogan yesterday. Generally, hunting and fishing is allowed if it is for sustenance. Recreational power boating and sailboating is prohibited unless you are a live-a-board. Kayaks, canoes, stand up paddleboards, etc. ARE considered […]
Hospice cancels Fashion for a Cause event
Given the recent COVID-19 concerns, and with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and the State of Maryland, Hospice of the Chesapeake has decided to cancel the 12th annual Fashion for a Cause event scheduled for Thursday, June 4, at Porsche Annapolis. The organization is incredibly grateful for the support of the event’s sponsors, […]
Annapolis man killed in single vehicle crash on Riva Road
The Anne Arundel County Police are investigating a single vehicle crash on Riva Road that has left an Annapolis man dead. On March 30, 2020, at approximately 9:30 p.m., Anne Arundel County Police officers were responding to a call for service came upon a single-vehicle crash on Riva Road near Beards Point Rd in Riva, […]
2nd Annual Pride Parade and Festival postponed
Annapolis Pride announced today that the second annual Annapolis Pride Parade and Festival is postponed. The event had been scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 27. “We are incredibly sad at having to take this action, but we know it is the right thing to do,” said Annapolis Pride Founder and CEO Jeremy Browning. […]
So, just how will the Maryland State Police be enforcing the Stay at Home Order?
Maryland State Police Superintendent Colonel Woodrow Jones III has directed troopers to continue their public education and enforcement efforts regarding the Governor’s Executive Orders and last night issued specific instructions regarding the stay-at-home order. Those instructions are as follows: Enforcement of the expanded Governor’s Executive Order will be conducted by Maryland state troopers. However, troopers […]
Recreational boating is NOT allowed under Hogan’s Stay at Home Executive Order
UPDATE: (9:50am 3/31/2020) We are hearing that further clarification and updated guidance on this interpretation will be forthcoming this morning. Please check back. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has released the legal interpretation that recreational boating will NOT be allowed under the most recent Executive Order by Governor Hogan in the battle of the COVID-19 […]
March 31, 2020 | Daily News Brief | (SHELTER AT HOME, PRIDE FESTIVAL POSTPONED, FEED ANNE ARUNDEL)
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. SPONSOR: Many thanks to Solar Energy Services for sponsoring this podcast. If you think solar is in your future, please give Rick Peters and his team a call at 410-923-6090. […]
AAMC Foundation lays out information and needs of medical center
Jan Wood, the President of the Anne Arundel Medical Center Foundation recently sent a letter to supporters discussing ways people can help the local medical center and to follow along with their needs. The letter is as follows: Dear Friends, As our community faces an unprecedented health care pandemic, we want you to know, on […]
Full details of Governor Hogan’s update and Stay at Home Order of March 30, 2020
As the COVID-19 crisis escalates in the National Capital Region, Governor Larry Hogan today issued a Stay at Home order to protect public health and safety. The order, which takes effect at 8:00 p.m. tonight, states that no Maryland resident should leave their home unless it is for an essential job or for an essential […]
Leadership Anne Arundel Flagship 2021 Class is accepting applications
Leadership Anne Arundel (LAA), the premier leadership training and networking institute in Anne Arundel County, has announced the call for applications for the Flagship Program Class of 2021. Flagship is the core Leadership Anne Arundel program. It includes an intense curriculum of civic information and leadership skills development. The class is composed of a cross-section of […]
COVID-19 UPDATE (3/30/20): Hogan issues STAY AT HOME ORDER effective at 8PM tonight!
Today at 10:45am, Governor Larry Hogan briefed the State of Maryland with an update and the steps the State is taking to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Currently there are 1413 confirmed cases of the COVID-19 Virus in Maryland (on March 25th is was 349) including 110 in Anne Arundel County (31 […]
