LOCAL NEWS
Hogan announces $3.5 Billion initiative for Maryland schools
Governor Larry Hogan recently announced a major initiative to make a historic investment in school construction projects across the state. Called the Building Opportunity Fund, the governor unveiled plans to submit legislation during the 2019 session of the Maryland General Assembly to provide $1.9 billion in new school construction funding over five years. This proposed […]
Christmas Tree safety tips from Annapolis Fire Department
“For many, Christmas is the most exciting time of the year “says Annapolis Fire Chief David L. Stokes Sr. With Christmas rapidly approaching, Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley and Fire Chief David L. Stokes Sr. would like to share with you some important Christmas safety recommendations, so that while you deck the halls, you can do so in a fun but safe manner. Top Priority Make sure […]
Avert ye eyes, the 2018 11th Annual Santa Speedo Run pictures are here!
As we mentioned, the 11th Annual Santa Speedo Run happened this morning with close to 200 generous people who were (choose 1) clad and having fun on a rainy December Saturday. All images © 2018 Glenn A. Miller | Glenn A. Miller Photography for Eye On Annapolis and below that, a copy of a Facebook Live […]
Maryland to fund College Savings Accounts for more than 13,000 applicants
Maryland 529 has announced that 13,381 eligible applicants for the 2018 Save4College State Contribution Program will receive a $250 or $500 contribution from the state to their Maryland Senator Edward J. Kasemeyer College Investment Plan, also known as Maryland College Investment Plan (MCIP), by the end of the year. State funding for this program will […]
CRIME
Anne Arundel County Police seeking help to solve 6 homicides, rewards offered
The Anne Arundel County Homicide Unit is actively investigating six open homicides that occurred earlier this year. The Anne Arundel County Police Department is offering a $10,000 reward in each case for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect(s) involved in the murders of Lawrence Aaron III, Jose Funes, Dantae Simmons, Jasmine […]
Annapolis Police investigating early morning shooting on Copeland Street
About 130am this morning, Annapolis Police responded to the area of Baywind Drive and Bywater Road for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, police determined that a shooting occurred in the 1800 block of Copeland Street and Doninique Pratt, 26, of Annapolis had been shot. Pratt was transported to a local hospital in serious […]
New York man busted in Anne Arundel with $31K of contraband cigarettes
Comptroller Peter Franchot today announced that agents from his Field Enforcement Division (FED) arrested a New York man who has been charged in Maryland as a result of a traffic violation in which contraband cigarettes were discovered. “Thanks to the keen police work by Anne Arundel County police and my FED agents, a tax cheat […]
Knife wielding man attempts robbery in Eastport
Last night (December 12) at 7pm, Annapolis Police responded to the 1300 block of McKinley Street in theEastport section of Annapolis for the report of an attempted armed robbery. The adult male victim reported that he walked out to his driveway and a male suspect wearing dark colored clothing jumped out from behind his parked […]
EVENTS
Adrian Belew and Rubix Cube headed to Rams Head On Stage
Rams Head On Stage is a little taste of Nashville, New Orleans, and Austin all rolled up in one! A small, intimate venue where no seat is more than 48 feet from the stage. A small venue that packs a big punch with top national acts 364 days a year. Check out the latest shows […]
Avert ye eyes, the 2018 11th Annual Santa Speedo Run pictures are here!
As we mentioned, the 11th Annual Santa Speedo Run happened this morning with close to 200 generous people who were (choose 1) clad and having fun on a rainy December Saturday. All images © 2018 Glenn A. Miller | Glenn A. Miller Photography for Eye On Annapolis and below that, a copy of a Facebook Live […]
Governor Hogan to be Grand Marshal for Military Bowl Parade
The Military Bowl presented by Northrop Grumman, benefiting the USO, announced today that Maryland Governor Larry Hogan will be the Grand Marshal of the Military Bowl Parade on Monday, Dec. 31. Led by the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales, the parade begins downtown at City Dock at 9 a.m. The route proceeds up historic Main Street before […]
11th Annual Santa Speedo Run – THIS SATURDAY– REGISTER NOW
The Eleventh Annual Santa Speedo Run and Toy Drive will be held Saturday, December 15th, beginning and ending atO’Brien’s Steak House on Main Street in Annapolis. This event has become a holiday tradition in Annapolis. Last year, nice weather drew more than 500 runners who were brave enough to bare it (almost) all! The one mile […]
AREA BUSINESSES
Eastport’s MH Media Strategies partners with Zachary’s Jewelers
MH Media Strategies, a full-service advertising and marketing firm based in Annapolis, Maryland announced a new partnership as the Agency of Record for Zachary’s Jewelers based in Annapolis and Severna Park, Maryland. In this role, MHMS will manage the strategic branding and marketing for the beloved and esteemed jeweler, chosen year after year as the […]
Gina Stewart tapped to head BWI Business Partnership
The BWI Business Partnership’s Board of Directors announces that Ms. Gina Stewart has been appointed as the Partnership’s new Executive Director, effective December 5, 2018. Stewart will take over as Executive Director from COL Ret. Edward Rothstein, who was serving as Interim Director. The selection was made after an extensive regional search and selection process […]
UPDATED: THREE longtime Main Street businesses to shutter after the holidays
UPDATE: We just learned of a third business that will be closing. Brown Eyed Girl — A Funky Boutique. Please see the notice below. We have updated this article accordingly. Three longtime fixtures on Main Street in Annapolis will be dark in 2019. Eye On Annapolis has learned that the Annapolis Running Shop (10 years), […]
Jewelry Designer Jade Trau to visit Zachary’s Jewelers during Midnight Madness
Zachary’s Jewelers is excited to welcome Forevermark designer Jade Trau to their Annapolis store on December 13th during the Downtown Annapolis Partnership’s Midnight Madness event! Customers and friends are encouraged to come meet the designer and explore her classic yet contemporary diamond jewelry. As a fifth-generation diamantaire with her own luxury jewelry company, Jade’s Forevermark […]
PODCAST
Daily News Brief | December 14, 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. And make sure you know all the ways to connect with us—> bit.ly/EOAConnect Today…An Eastport man was threatened by another man with two knives in his own driveway. Authorities are […]
Daily News Brief | December 13, 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. And make sure you know all the ways to connect with us—> bit.ly/EOAConnect Today… WR Chance Jewelers and the Annapolis Running Shop are closing on Main Street. Hogan taps Steve […]
PODCAST: A conversation with Lissie, a rocker on the move playing Rams Head this weekend in a WRNR show
Over at The Maryland Crabs Podcast, I had the chance to have a conversation with Lissie who is performing a single show this weekend at the Rams Head On Stage. It is a matinee and all ages show presented by our great local radio station WRNR. She’s not here that often, so that is reason […]
Daily News Brief | December 12, 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. And make sure you know all the ways to connect with us—> bit.ly/EOAConnect Today… The staff of the Capital-Gazette were names one of the Persons of the Year by TIME […]
COLUMNS & OPINIONS
UPDATED: THREE longtime Main Street businesses to shutter after the holidays
UPDATE: We just learned of a third business that will be closing. Brown Eyed Girl — A Funky Boutique. Please see the notice below. We have updated this article accordingly. Three longtime fixtures on Main Street in Annapolis will be dark in 2019. Eye On Annapolis has learned that the Annapolis Running Shop (10 years), […]
The Cottages at Queenstown: A little known oasis on on the Chester River
About three months ago, I got wind of a new place to stay on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Three private cottages, right on the Chester River. Intrigued, my girlfriend and I finally found time to get away from Annapolis for a short overnight jaunt to the other side of the Chesapeake Bay for a night at […]
OPINION: Gun violence through the eyes of an 8-year old boy
A church has historically been a place of sanctuary and safety. During our evening worship service, “Santa Claus” was making his rounds in the local neighborhood, to a blaring chorus of sirens and response vehicles. In the public testimony time, my eight-year old son, asked for the microphone. There is no parent that doesn’t begin […]
OPINION: Bob Leib should remove his name from school board appointment
Facebook will be the death of us all. Well, maybe not all of us; but, certainly anyone that has a desire to dip their toe into the political swimming pool. Up next in the pool– Anne Arundel County Board of Education appointee Bob Leib! When will they learn? John Grasso posted several anti-Muslim memes and […]
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Hogan announces $3.5 Billion initiative for Maryland schools
Governor Larry Hogan recently announced a major initiative to make a historic investment in school construction projects across the state. Called the Building Opportunity Fund, the governor unveiled plans to submit legislation during the 2019 session of the Maryland General Assembly to provide $1.9 billion in new school construction funding over five years. This proposed […]
Christmas Tree safety tips from Annapolis Fire Department
“For many, Christmas is the most exciting time of the year “says Annapolis Fire Chief David L. Stokes Sr. With Christmas rapidly approaching, Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley and Fire Chief David L. Stokes Sr. would like to share with you some important Christmas safety recommendations, so that while you deck the halls, you can do so in a fun but safe manner. Top Priority Make sure […]
Adrian Belew and Rubix Cube headed to Rams Head On Stage
Rams Head On Stage is a little taste of Nashville, New Orleans, and Austin all rolled up in one! A small, intimate venue where no seat is more than 48 feet from the stage. A small venue that packs a big punch with top national acts 364 days a year. Check out the latest shows […]
Avert ye eyes, the 2018 11th Annual Santa Speedo Run pictures are here!
As we mentioned, the 11th Annual Santa Speedo Run happened this morning with close to 200 generous people who were (choose 1) clad and having fun on a rainy December Saturday. All images © 2018 Glenn A. Miller | Glenn A. Miller Photography for Eye On Annapolis and below that, a copy of a Facebook Live […]
Maryland to fund College Savings Accounts for more than 13,000 applicants
Maryland 529 has announced that 13,381 eligible applicants for the 2018 Save4College State Contribution Program will receive a $250 or $500 contribution from the state to their Maryland Senator Edward J. Kasemeyer College Investment Plan, also known as Maryland College Investment Plan (MCIP), by the end of the year. State funding for this program will […]
Eastport’s MH Media Strategies partners with Zachary’s Jewelers
MH Media Strategies, a full-service advertising and marketing firm based in Annapolis, Maryland announced a new partnership as the Agency of Record for Zachary’s Jewelers based in Annapolis and Severna Park, Maryland. In this role, MHMS will manage the strategic branding and marketing for the beloved and esteemed jeweler, chosen year after year as the […]
Anne Arundel County Police seeking help to solve 6 homicides, rewards offered
The Anne Arundel County Homicide Unit is actively investigating six open homicides that occurred earlier this year. The Anne Arundel County Police Department is offering a $10,000 reward in each case for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect(s) involved in the murders of Lawrence Aaron III, Jose Funes, Dantae Simmons, Jasmine […]
Annapolis Police investigating early morning shooting on Copeland Street
About 130am this morning, Annapolis Police responded to the area of Baywind Drive and Bywater Road for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, police determined that a shooting occurred in the 1800 block of Copeland Street and Doninique Pratt, 26, of Annapolis had been shot. Pratt was transported to a local hospital in serious […]
Chesapeake Sport Pilots bring a little Christmas to Tangier Island
On December 8th, more than 30 pilots from around the region, and all members of Chesapeake Sport Pilot, took off from the Bay Bridge Air Park en route to Tangier Island in the middle of the Chesapeake Bay, just over the Maryland border. But why? Tangier Island, inhabited by about 500 colorful residents, is not […]
Maryland Hall announced three new artists-in-residence
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts is excited to announce three new Artists-In-Residence: H.C. Porter, Sigrid Trumpy and Elaine Weiner-Reed. Meet the new Artists-In-Residence (AIRs) at their Holiday Open Studio, hosted together with seasoned Maryland Hall AIRs Elizabeth Kendall and Patrice Drago, on Friday, December 14, 2018 from 6-8 pm. The Holiday Open Studio will […]
Governor Hogan to be Grand Marshal for Military Bowl Parade
The Military Bowl presented by Northrop Grumman, benefiting the USO, announced today that Maryland Governor Larry Hogan will be the Grand Marshal of the Military Bowl Parade on Monday, Dec. 31. Led by the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales, the parade begins downtown at City Dock at 9 a.m. The route proceeds up historic Main Street before […]
5 abdominal pain situations you should never ignore
Abdominal Pain: Two words that don’t always point toward a straightforward diagnosis. It could be gas pain, strep throat, appendicitis—or something else. This range of causes makes it difficult to provide simple advice, especially since each child is different and the pain often disappears on its own. That’s why I’ve avoided the minefield of writing […]
Daily News Brief | December 14, 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. And make sure you know all the ways to connect with us—> bit.ly/EOAConnect Today…An Eastport man was threatened by another man with two knives in his own driveway. Authorities are […]
Gina Stewart tapped to head BWI Business Partnership
The BWI Business Partnership’s Board of Directors announces that Ms. Gina Stewart has been appointed as the Partnership’s new Executive Director, effective December 5, 2018. Stewart will take over as Executive Director from COL Ret. Edward Rothstein, who was serving as Interim Director. The selection was made after an extensive regional search and selection process […]
11th Annual Santa Speedo Run – THIS SATURDAY– REGISTER NOW
The Eleventh Annual Santa Speedo Run and Toy Drive will be held Saturday, December 15th, beginning and ending atO’Brien’s Steak House on Main Street in Annapolis. This event has become a holiday tradition in Annapolis. Last year, nice weather drew more than 500 runners who were brave enough to bare it (almost) all! The one mile […]
New York man busted in Anne Arundel with $31K of contraband cigarettes
Comptroller Peter Franchot today announced that agents from his Field Enforcement Division (FED) arrested a New York man who has been charged in Maryland as a result of a traffic violation in which contraband cigarettes were discovered. “Thanks to the keen police work by Anne Arundel County police and my FED agents, a tax cheat […]
Knife wielding man attempts robbery in Eastport
Last night (December 12) at 7pm, Annapolis Police responded to the 1300 block of McKinley Street in theEastport section of Annapolis for the report of an attempted armed robbery. The adult male victim reported that he walked out to his driveway and a male suspect wearing dark colored clothing jumped out from behind his parked […]
Two new bass players join the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra
The Annapolis Symphony Orchestra welcomes its newest members after holding bass auditions on November 28. Paul Nemeth was selected for Principal Bass, and Patrick Raynard was chosen for Section Bass. Music Director José-Luis Novo and a committee of existing orchestra members conducted “blind auditions,” as is customary with professional orchestras. Musicians perform from behind a […]
Daily News Brief | December 13, 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. And make sure you know all the ways to connect with us—> bit.ly/EOAConnect Today… WR Chance Jewelers and the Annapolis Running Shop are closing on Main Street. Hogan taps Steve […]
Anne Harrington joins Board of Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park
The Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park (AMM) is pleased to announce that Anne Harrington was elected to serve on its Board of Directors. Harrington grew up on the Eastern Shore, enjoying maritime heritage and activities on and around the Bay since she was a small child. She lived in Washington, D.C., working in sales and […]
PODCAST: A conversation with Lissie, a rocker on the move playing Rams Head this weekend in a WRNR show
Over at The Maryland Crabs Podcast, I had the chance to have a conversation with Lissie who is performing a single show this weekend at the Rams Head On Stage. It is a matinee and all ages show presented by our great local radio station WRNR. She’s not here that often, so that is reason […]
Hogan appoints former County Executive Steve Schuh as Executive Director of Opioid Operational Command Center
Governor Larry Hogan today announced his appointment of former Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh as executive director of Maryland’s Opioid Operational Command Center (OOCC). Schuh will serve as the state’s principal coordinator in the fight against the opioid crisis, replacing Clay Stamp, who will return to Talbot County as the assistant county manager and […]
Anne Arundel County named Bronze Bicycle Friendly Community
Today, the League of American Bicyclists recognized Anne Arundel County and the City of Annapolis with a joint Bronze Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) award, joining 464 visionary communities from across the country. With the announcement of 61 new and renewing BFCs today, the two jurisdictions join a leading group of communities in every state that […]
“Who’s Your Hero?” Let us know and you could be a big part of the Military Bowl! #BudHeroes
The Military Bowl presented by Northrop Grumman, benefiting USO of Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore, and Katcef Brothers, Inc., are excited to announce they are teaming up again for the Budweiser Who’s Your Hero?campaign. The promotion, which invites the public to share stories about the everyday heroes in their lives, kicks off on Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov. 11 […]
Daily News Brief | December 12, 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. And make sure you know all the ways to connect with us—> bit.ly/EOAConnect Today… The staff of the Capital-Gazette were names one of the Persons of the Year by TIME […]
UPDATED: THREE longtime Main Street businesses to shutter after the holidays
UPDATE: We just learned of a third business that will be closing. Brown Eyed Girl — A Funky Boutique. Please see the notice below. We have updated this article accordingly. Three longtime fixtures on Main Street in Annapolis will be dark in 2019. Eye On Annapolis has learned that the Annapolis Running Shop (10 years), […]
Jewelry Designer Jade Trau to visit Zachary’s Jewelers during Midnight Madness
Zachary’s Jewelers is excited to welcome Forevermark designer Jade Trau to their Annapolis store on December 13th during the Downtown Annapolis Partnership’s Midnight Madness event! Customers and friends are encouraged to come meet the designer and explore her classic yet contemporary diamond jewelry. As a fifth-generation diamantaire with her own luxury jewelry company, Jade’s Forevermark […]
TRAFFIC ALERT: Route 214 (Central Ave) sinkhole repair begins tomorrow through end of the month
Tomorrow, the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) will perform emergency road work on MD 214 (Central Avenue) at MD 468 (Muddy Creek Road) to repair a sinkhole in Anne Arundel County. Motorists will be guided through the work zone using a flagging operation between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. until the […]
REAL ID Compliance is no joke, check your Maryland license or ID card now
In the wake of 911, the Federal Government established the REAL ID Act which made it a priority that individual states verify the identity of their residents. Since most people will drive or have a state issued ID card, the logical vehicle to implement this is through the Motor Vehicle Administration. Your existing license may […]
The Cottages at Queenstown: A little known oasis on on the Chester River
About three months ago, I got wind of a new place to stay on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Three private cottages, right on the Chester River. Intrigued, my girlfriend and I finally found time to get away from Annapolis for a short overnight jaunt to the other side of the Chesapeake Bay for a night at […]
Annapolis Public Information Officer leaving City
Mayor Gavin Buckley today announced that Communications Officer Susan O’Brien will leave city service on January 4, 2019. O’Brien has served as the city’s spokesperson, as well as managing the City of Annapolis TV station, speech writing, social media, and other communication tasks since the beginning of the Buckley administration one year ago. “Susan was […]
OPINION: Gun violence through the eyes of an 8-year old boy
A church has historically been a place of sanctuary and safety. During our evening worship service, “Santa Claus” was making his rounds in the local neighborhood, to a blaring chorus of sirens and response vehicles. In the public testimony time, my eight-year old son, asked for the microphone. There is no parent that doesn’t begin […]
ASO to present “A Winter’s Heart Celtic Music Celebration” with Cathie Ryan this Friday
Irish-American vocalist Cathie Ryan joins the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra this season for their Holiday Pops concert, “A Winter’s Heart Celtic Music Celebration” on December 14, 2018. Led by Music Director José-Luis Novo, the Symphony, Cathie, and her two-piece band will share the stage at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts for an evening of traditional […]
Daily News Brief | December 11, 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. And make sure you know all the ways to connect with us—> bit.ly/EOAConnect Today… Annapolis Police investigating cars with shot out windows. Annapolis Police arrest man on weapons charges. Deadline […]
Enter for a chance for a one-on-one meeting with the Budweiser Clydesdales after the Military Bowl
The Military Bowl presented by Northrop Grumman, benefiting the USO, and Katcef Brothers, Inc., are offering the chance for one lucky fan to win a meet and greet with the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales. To enter, fans can go on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram and share their favorite Clydesdale memory or photo of the Clydesdales along […]
MVA receives National Security Excellence Award for driver’s license enhancements
The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA) recently received the 2018 National Security Excellence Award from the Keeping Identities Safe organization for its decade-long commitment to enhancing the security and integrity of the state’s driver credentialing system. The Maryland Driver’s License and Identification card feature multiple layers of security to help prevent […]
