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APD’s Spring Fling cancelled
The APD Scholarship Fundraiser, Spring Fling 2020 originally scheduled for Wednesday, March 18, and rescheduled to Thursday, June 11, has been cancelled. The Annapolis Police Department sincerely thanked both the residents and businesses of Annapolis who supported the fundraising event through generous donations and ticket purchases. The scholarship program is successful because of the support […]
Pittman submits supplement to budget for body worn cameras
Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman announced that he will submit a package of supplemental budget amendments to the County Council to provide funding for body worn cameras for the police department. The amendments will total approximately $1.8 million for fiscal year 2021. Many community leaders and advocates have called for adding funding for body […]
Fresh Food Friday all summer from the Department of Aging
The Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities launched Fresh Food Fridays at the Heritage Complex Office in Annapolis last week. In partnership with the Anne Arundel County Food Bank, 450 boxes of fresh fruit and vegetables were distributed to Anne Arundel County’s older adults and individuals with disabilities. As a result of the […]
#RememberWhen — Visit Annapolis wants to share your memories
Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County (VAAAC) is on a mission to recognize and help support locals and businesses that hold a special place in the hearts of area residents and visitors. The organization has kicked off a “Remember When…” campaign that’s designed to capture some of the many memories that are likely to come […]
Legacy Business Spotlight: Zachary’s Jewelers (Encore Presentation)
I did not know that Steve Samaras got his start on Main Street selling jewelry for a store called Alexanders! I knew about the Zachary’s Jewelers that had a bad fire and ultimately rebuilt at the foot of Main Street. But there is a lot more. We talk to Steve Samaras, the owner of Zachary’s […]
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 […]
Schooner Woodwind begins sailing tomorrow
The Schooner Woodwind is sailing again with some changes to safely protect their employees and guests. Starting on June 6, they will offer four sails per day, 7 days a week with up to 6 guests. This is a very limited capacity from the 48 people that normally sail. Tickets are $65 per person. Sailing […]
Kegs and Corks Beer & Wine Festival cancelled for 2020
We have just learned that the 9th annual Kegs and Corks Beer & Wine Festival originally scheduled for August 15, 2020 at the Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds has ben cancelled for 2020 due to the restrictions associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. In an email sent to Eye On Annapolis, the organizers said: We were really […]
Homestead Gardens comes through for the West Annapolis Pop Up Pantry
Homestead Gardens has partnered with West Annapolis Pop Up Pantry to help those affected by COVID-19 in our own backyards. Going on now, you will have the opportunity to round up your purchase in either of the Homestead gardens locations (Davidsonville and Severna Park) to help feed hungry families in Annapolis. Once the goal of […]
Save the date: 12th Paca Girlfriends Party is re-scheduled for September 16th
The Annual Paca Girlfriends’ Party at the William Paca House and Garden will celebrate its 12th Anniversary on September 16th. Created by volunteer Judi Herrmann, owner of Herrmann Advertising, Branding and Technology, the Paca Girlfriends’ Party has grown from 200 women in 2009 to more than 900 attendees last year from the region, including Washington […]
June 5, 2020 | Daily News Brief | (PTTMAN GOES ALONG WITH HOGAN, POLICE REVIEW BOARD, AACPS PLANS)
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. […]
After review, Anne Arundel County will follow Governor’s recommendations for Stage 2 opening
County Executive Pittman announced today that Anne Arundel County will begin Stage 2 reopening of personal services and businesses identified by Governor Hogan in his June 3 executive order. Nail salons, tattoo parlors and massage businesses will be allowed to reopen under forthcoming Department of Health guidance, effective Friday, June 5 at 5:00 p.m. Non-essential […]
SPECIAL UPDATE: Annapolis to form Civilian Review Board for Police Department
This afternoon, Annapolis City Mayor Buckley and Police Chief Edward Jackson announced the formation of a Civilian Review Board for the Police Department. The initial phase of the process will be to gather the best practices to form the actual Board and then begin the legislative process to formally establish it. Please have a listen […]
Plant a COVID-19 Victory Garden courtesy of Historic Annapolis
The William Paca Garden Plant Sale has been an Annapolis tradition for more than 40 years. This year, due to the fight against COVID-19 Historic Annapolis has moved the sale to the first week in June and change to a pre-order, curbside pickup format to keep our customers, volunteers and staff safe. The William Paca Garden Plant Sale will have everything you need to plant your COVID-19 […]
Katcef Brothers smashes goal and produces 7,245 PPE masks for community
As the COVID-19 pandemic reared it’s head in our area, Katcef Brothers, the region’s largest Budweiser distributor, launched an initiative to give back to the community which is a hallmark of the nearly 90 year old Annapolis based company. Katcef Brothers bought equipment for their employees to sew masks for PPE, with the aim of […]
Pace bike-share in Annapolis falls victim to COVID-19
The Pace Bike-Share program initiated by Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley in August of 2018 is shutting down in Annapolis and citing the COVID-19 virus as the cause. In an email sent to account holders today the company said they would immediately disable the bikes and begin removing the bikes and racks from the community. The […]
The ins and outs of selecting the right headphones
Regardless of whether connected to their iPod, MP3, or compact DVD, everyone likes to hear clear and ideal sounds with no foundation clamor or impedance. That is the reason Bose headphones were made. Most headphones guarantee an incredible sound experience. But all headphones are not created equal and I’m here to mention the advantages of […]
June 4, 2020 | Daily News Brief | (STAGE 2 IS HERE, CHURCHES IN AACO ARE OK, KEGS AND CORKS CANCELLED)
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. […]
OPINION: Questions for Authority
“The first duty of every citizen is to question authority.” Ben Franklin Close your eyes, and imagine a state of 6,000,000 people, with a booming economy and education system. Suddenly, a disease appears, and kills 2,474, less than half a per cent of the population, over 3 months. Of the 2,474 dead, 2,133 (86% ) […]
Full details from Governor Hogan on moving to Stage 2
Governor Larry Hogan began his press conference today with comments on the death of George Floyd and the peaceful protests in Baltimore City, as well as the Maryland primary election. On The Death of George Floyd and Peaceful Protests in Baltimore City: “I want to begin by taking a moment to address the senseless murder […]
George Schulze appointed to Board of CRAB
The Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating (CRAB) Board of Directors is pleased to announce that George Schulze has been unanimously elected to the CRAB Board for a two-year term. CRAB President Brad LaTour welcomed George to his first Board meeting on May 12th and introduced him by saying, “We are very happy to have someone with […]
LIVE: Governor Hogan moves Maryland into Stage 2 on his Roadmap to Recovery
Today at 4:00pm, 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 and to get the economy started. Currently there are 54,982 confirmed cases of the COVID-19 Virus in Maryland including 4,009 in Anne Arundel County. 2,519 […]
