Sports wagering contributes $4.4 million to state of Maryland during March

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s sports wagering market generated $4,419,403 in contributions to the state during March 2025. Through the first nine months of Fiscal Year 2025 (July 2024 through March 2025), sports wagering has contributed $65,590,694 to the state compared to $41,905,251 for the same period in FY2024. The state’s share of sports wagering proceeds is directed to the Blueprint for Maryland’s […]

Amazon’s Project Kuiper Atlas V rocket launch to be visible along East Coast on Wednesday evening [VIDEO]

BALTIMORE, MD—Look to the skies on Wednesday evening and you might just be able to catch a glimpse of a rocket launch. The inaugural launch of Amazon’s Project Kuiper will take place on April 9, 2025 from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. Amazon will use a United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V rocket to […]

Baltimore County Fire Department announces promotion of 12 members

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Fire Department has promoted twelve of its members. Fire Chief Joseph Dixon, Sr., has announced the promotions of 12 members to the ranks of Fire Lieutenant and Paramedic. The following members have been promoted: Fire Lieutenant: FADO Kevin Bakey FADO Earl Day FADO Brian Ellis FS Eric Hartman FS Erin Pasquali PMFC Robert Patrylak FS Amanda […]

Governor Moore signs RAISE Act into law to boost apprenticeships in Maryland

ANNAPOLIS, MD—In a move to bolster the state’s economy and provide Marylanders with access to family-sustaining careers, Governor Wes Moore on Tuesday signed the Registered Apprenticeship Investments for a Stronger Economy (RAISE) Act of 2025 into law. This legislation aims to expand Registered Apprenticeship programs across various industries, offering businesses a skilled workforce and Marylanders with pathways to high-demand careers. […]

Rosedale Grocery Outlet to hold grand opening, ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday morning

ROSEDALE, MD—Another Grocery Outlet is set to open in northeastern Baltimore County. Rosedale Grocery Outlet will hold a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, April 10, 2025.  The grand opening will begin at 8 a.m. and the ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at 10 a.m. Grocery Outlet offers a full range of products, including fresh produce, meat, deli, and […]

Baltimore County’s 911 Center now hiring

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County 911 Center is now hiring. To be qualified, applicants must be 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma. The 911 Center is staffed by civilian personnel and is a separate agency from the Baltimore County Police and Fire Departments. All new employees join the 911 Center as Emergency Communications Technician I […]

Councilman Marks, Kingsville community leaders unite to oppose BGE’s Brandon Shores Retirement Mitigation Project

KINGSVILLE, MD—Members of the historical community of Kingsville in Baltimore County are leading the opposition to BGE’s proposed Brandon Shores Mitigation Project, which plans to install a second set of high-voltage power lines through historic neighborhoods and environmentally sensitive areas in Harford, Baltimore, and Anne Arundel Counties. “This project threatens Maryland’s character, safety, and financial well-being,” reads a press release […]

Councilman Marks: Farmland Preservation Act sent to voters

The following is a legislative update from Councilman David Marks. On April 7, the Baltimore County Council approved placing the Farmland Preservation Act on the ballot in the 2026 general election. I was the main sponsor of this legislation, with Councilmen Todd Crandell, Mike Ertel, Wade Kach, and Izzy Patoka cosponsoring and supporting the bill. Should the voters approve this […]