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 […]
Maryland approved for SBA loans to small businesses harmed by COVID-19
Governor Larry Hogan today announced that Maryland has received official designation from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for its Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, which provides low-interest federal disaster loans for small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the SBA, the loans will help alleviate financial strain and allow businesses to […]
Local restaurants and organizations join forces to support community
In response to the devastating affect that the COVID-19 Crisis is having on both access to food for the food insecure, and on local businesses, particularly the restaurant industry, Anne Arundel Connecting Together (ACT) and Monica Alvarado, owner of Bread and Butter Kitchen in Eastport, have created Feed Anne Arundel, a partnership that will both […]
Maryland Hall steps to the plate to help local businesses
While Maryland Hall remains closed, as an integral part of the community, they have been busy working on a way to help our local businesses–and earn you a tax deduction. Check out this announcement. For an arts organization built around in-person, shared experiences, this is a challenging time. Like many of you, we are actively thinking […]
Good news for small businesses from AAEDC
Today Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) Vice President of Finance Steve Primosch announced that AAEDC joined the State of Maryland’s application for an Economic Injury Declaration through the Small Business Administration (SBA). “In speaking to the SBA, the application is expected to be approved today or tomorrow,” said Mr. Primosch. “After that is done […]
Arundel Mills temporarily closes in response to COVID-19
Also in response to the ever-changing COVID-19 pandemic, Arundel Mills Mall officially closed at 7:00pm yesterday and tentatively plans to re-open at 11am on March 29, 2020.. In a statement on their website: MARCH 18, 2020 After extensive discussions with federal, state and local officials and in recognition of the need to address the spread […]
In response to COVID-19, Annapolis Mall shuts down
In response to the ever-changing COVID-19 pandemic, the Annapolis Mall owned by Westfield has temporarily closed down the majority or operations. The mall officially closed at the end of the day yesterday and tentatively plans to re-open at 11am on March 30, 2020. Macy’s has announced that their stores will be closed through March 31, […]
AAMC receives AONL Diversity Award
Anne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC) is the recipient of the 2020 Prism Award by the American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL). This award recognizes AAMC as a leader for advancing diversity efforts within the nursing profession, community and organization. AONL will honor AAMC with the award late March. “AAMC champions a culture that fosters diversity, […]
Commerce Department launches website for businesses affected by COVID-19
The Maryland Department of Commerce in conjunction with the Maryland Department of Labor, the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation, and several other state agencies launched a new website dedicated to business resources during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The webpage, available on the Maryland Business Express portal, features several resources available for business throughout the […]
SBA relaxes requirements for disaster loans for small businesses
Today, as part of the Trump Administration’s aggressive, whole-of-government efforts to combat the Coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19) and minimize economic disruption to the nation’s 30 million small businesses, U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Jovita Carranza issued revised criteria for states or territories seeking an economic injury declaration related to Coronavirus (COVID-19). The relaxed criteria will have […]
AAMC opens new mental health hospital
Anne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC) marked a milestone recently with a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of its new mental health hospital, which will officially open its doors to patients late March. Attendees included AAMC leadership, community members, patients, donors and public officials. “The J. Kent McNew Family Medical Center will be an important […]
Legacy Business Spotlight: Zeskind’s Hardware & Millwork
They may be new to Arnold, but Zeskind’s Hardware & Millwork has been a name in the area for nearly 100 years! Today, we speak with Rick Miller who is the third generation to own the company that started as a small hardware store in Baltimore. Today, they still have that same store (where you […]
Anne Arundel County Farmer’s Market announces new President
The Anne Arundel County Farmers’ Market (AACFM) has announced the election of its new president Jose A. Prieto-Figueroa of The Bay Mushrooms. Mr. Prieto-Figueroa takes over for long time president Martin Zehner. In 1984, Mr. Zehner became president and guided the growth of AACFM for 35 years from its beginnings in an unroofed parking area […]
New store to open in West Annapolis, Revival Home & Gifts
West Annapolis takes another important step in its ongoing revitalization effort with the opening of the brand-new retailer, Revival Home & Gifts. Located at 101 Annapolis Street, Revival Home & Gifts is a premier home decor and gifting boutique offering design brands sourced from across the country and internationally. Realizing the important role this new […]
Out with Modell’s Sporting Goods and in with Dick’s
Modell’s Sporting Goods has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and is planning on closing all of the remaining stores including the one in Annapolis. The filing was made on Wednesday, March 11, 2020. According to Digital Journal, Modell’s stores will immediately initiate store closing liquidation sales of sporting goods equipment, footwear, team apparel and […]
Second Saturday Divorce Workshop launching in March
When WIFE.org co-founders and KPBS Local Heroes Candace Bahr and Ginita Wall founded “Second Saturday Divorce Workshops” through their non-profit 30 years ago, they never imagined that they would be offering support to tens of thousands of women as they struggled with the devastating process of divorce. Second Saturday Divorce Workshops have cropped up around […]
Legacy Business Spotlight: Rotary Club of Parole
Today, we peel back the veil on the Rotary! What IS a Rotary Club? And more specifically, what about the Rotary Club of Parole! I knew they parked cars at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. I also knew about BIG. But I did not know the sheer reach of this Annapolis organization on a global […]
Brad Kappel joins TTR Sotheby’s International Realty in Annapolis
TTR Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to welcome top-producing waterfront real estate agent Brad Kappel to its Annapolis, Maryland brokerage office. A native of Annapolis, Maryland, Kappel brings over $200 Million in real estate sales and over 125 real estate transactions to TTR Sotheby’s International Realty, further solidifying its position as the Washington Metropolitan Area’s premier destination […]
Robert Geist joins Barton & Loguidice as Sr. Managing Engineer
Barton & Loguidice (B&L) announces Robert J. Geist, P.E., has joined the Water/Wastewater group as Senior Managing Engineer in the firm’s Annapolis, MD office. A current resident of Annapolis, MD, Geist received his B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Maryland, MD. He is a native of Olney, MD. Geist has 26 years of […]
