Tag: The Capital
AACC President Lindsay honored for Excellence in Academic Leaadership
Anne Arundel Community College President Dr. Dawn Lindsay received an Excellence in Academic Leadership award Nov. 20 at the Inaugural Entrepreneurs Gala and Awards night to benefit the nonprofit charity, Women of Global Change. The event, organized by VIPeVENTS Concierge, was initiated as a way to bring together community and business leaders to network and […]
42 county teachers to be honored for excellence in education
Thirty-nine public school teachers and three independent school teachers will be honored on Monday, April 25, 2016, as Anne Arundel County Public Schools and the Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce celebrate the 30th annual Excellence in Education banquet at the BWI Marriott in Linthicum. This event will also honor local businesses that […]
Entrepreneur’s Exchange announces December events
[do action=”fringe”/] Entrepreneur’s Exchange Spirit of Entrepreneurship Awards and Luncheon – Wednesday, December 2, 2015 It’s time to announce EE’s Spirit of Entrepreneurship Award winners for 2015! Join us on Wednesday, December 2, as we recognize local business leaders who exemplify tenacity, creativity, and integrity. There are 3 categories: Member, Non-Member, and Rising Star (in […]
Local author hosting a book signing at Metropolitan, Go Clean, Sexy You
[do action=”fringe”/] Whole Health Designs, is excited to announce their book release party for their first printed publication, Go Clean, Sexy You, a cookbook that includes top whole food recipes aimed at transforming lifestyles and living healthier all year around. This open to the public and free event will be held from 6:30-8:00 p.m. on […]
Hillsmere Family Fun Fair this weekend!
[do action=”fringe”/] The Hillsmere Elementary Family Fun Fair & Silent Auction is a favorite annual event featuring food, games, health & wellness demonstrations, DJ, moon bounce, photo booth, balloon creations and a silent auction/raffle. Parents and children will have the opportunity to try their luck at the cakewalk, carnival games and a premium grand prize […]
NORML to protest Schuh’s pot stance on Monday
[do action=”fringe”/] Maryland NORML will hold a rally to support medical cannabis at 5:30pm on Monday, November 2 in Annapolis, Md. The rally will take place on the public sidewalks in front of the Arundel Center at 44 Calvert Street. Activists are encouraged to keep moving to avoid blocking pedestrian traffic. The organization is planning […]
Hillsmere Elementary Family Fun Fair coming soon
[do action=”fringe”/] The Hillsmere Elementary Family Fun Fair & Silent Auction is a favorite annual event featuring food, games, health & wellness demonstrations, DJ, moon bounce, photo booth, balloon creations and a silent auction/raffle. Parents and children will have the opportunity to try their luck at the cakewalk, carnival games and a premium grand prize […]
Board of Education established scholarship to attract home-grown teachers
[do action=”fringe”/] A new scholarship fund the Board of Education hopes to grow to $250,000 or more will be used to help Anne Arundel County Public Schools students to pursue careers in education and come back to teach in county schools, Board President Stacy Korbelak announced today. The Teach for Anne Arundel scholarship fund would […]
Arundel High’s Kevin Necessary receives Maryland PE Teacher of the Year Award
[do action=”fringe”/] Arundel High School physical education teacher and Athletic Director Kevin Necessary has been named High School Physical Education Teacher of the Year by the Maryland Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (MAHPERD). Necessary has taught in Anne Arundel County Public Schools since 2001, and has been at Arundel High School since […]
Pasadena man arrested in Glen Burnie arson
[do action=”fringe”/] Members of the Anne Arundel County Fire Department Fire and Explosives Investigation Unit have made an arrest following their investigation into a July dwelling fire in Glen Burnie. Justin Michael Clum, 26, of Pasadena, was arrested Saturday night and faces 15 criminal charges, including three counts of attempted first degree murder. The charges […]
Volunteer opportunities 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 Medical Center, Blood Donor Center The Anne Arundel […]
Celebrate Philanthropy nominations are open
Nominations are currently being accepted for the 15th Celebrate Philanthropy! Awards Luncheon which will be on Friday, November 20th, , 2015, 11.30 am to 2.00 pm, at the Loews Annapolis Hotel. The categories for nominations are Philanthropist, Volunteer, Corporate Philanthropist, and Foundation of the Year. Forms can be downloaded from www.cfaac.org. The deadline to submit […]
Evening 2 alarm fire shuts on Bay Ridge Road in Annapolis
A home believed to be unoccupied caught fire this evening in the 900 block of Bay Ridge Road in Annapolis, Upon arrival firefighters saw flames from the dwelling and called for an immediate second alarm due to the heat conditions. Hoses were stretched across Bay Ridge Road for about an hour and police were directing traffic. […]
New president for Rotary of South Anne Arundel County
On June 25th 2015 the leadership of the local Rotary Club of South Anne Arundel County changed hands from Joe Van Duren to LeCates “Katie” Blyth during the 10 year anniversary dinner, which was held at the Doubletree Hotel in Annapolis. The club celebrated its ten year history of contributions to the community, both internationally […]
Anne Arundel Arts Council announces 5 new board members
The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County is pleased to announce that five new Board Members have taken office with the start of the 2016 fiscal year. Anne Arundel County residents: Ellen Ambrose, Jessica Daigle, Rachelle Millison, James P. O’Hare, and Elaine Shanley will be sharing their professional expertise in the fields of finance, business, […]
Gambrills businesswoman seeking Vitale’s vacant seat
Gambrills businesswoman and Crofton resident, Angelette Aviles, announces her interest in applying for Delegate Cathy Vitale’s soon-to-be vacant seat. Her motivation comes from her customers, vendors, and neighbors who, while at her bakery eating desserts, openly discuss their frustration with the state’s affairs as well as their suggestions for a better Maryland. Aviles states, “after […]
AAMC announces heart-healthy events for February
Anne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC) is presenting a month of heart healthy educational events throughout February, widely known as heart awareness month. Heart disease continues to be a leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. The2012 Anne Arundel County community health needs assessment, the most recent data available, shows that […]
Schuh declares heroin use a public health emergency
Surrounded by medical professionals, citizens, advocates, and the newly formed Heroin Action Taskforce, County Executive Steve Schuh today announced an executive order declaring a county-wide heroin public health emergency, directing county agencies to use “all best efforts” to eradicate the use of heroin in Anne Arundel County. “While we will not win this war overnight, […]
St. Martin’s 8th graders in running for $10,000 grant
Scotties, a leader in the tissue industry is pleased to announce the top 10 entries in their Trees Rock® video contest. The 8th grade students from St. Martin’s Lutheran School in Annapolis, MD have emerged as one of the top 10 finalists in the 6th – 8th grade section of this national video contest. The […]
Across the Bay 10K Race this Sunday
On Sunday morning, 20,000 people will take off from the Annapolis side of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and head over to Kent Island. On foot! The Across the Bay 10K is an elite event brought to the area by the Dave McGillivray who manages and runs the famed Boston Marathon. The eastbound span of the Chesapeake […]
The Capital’s Telemarketers
If you have recently received a barrage of calls from 314-963-8895 with a Caller-ID displaying “Paper” you can thank The Capital. The number belongs to a company in St. Charles, Missouri called The Pisa Group who bills themselves as The Newspaper Telemarketing Company. They offer two basic services–subscription sales and retention. I have received daily […]
The Capital Shows Its Bent, And How
After the last round of elections, The Capital’s Publisher, Tom Marquardt, said he would be eschewing endorsements for the paper. But but in a flip flop (after all it is about politics), he decided to rescind the policy and endorse away. Are endorsements relevant? Several people have opined–even their own columnist Paul Foer said he […]
