Avid kayak and shore fisherman becomes 11th FishMaryland Master Angler

BALTIMORE, MD—The state has a new FishMaryland Master Angler, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced this week. Eric Packard is the 11th Master Angler in Maryland history. The award was given to Packard after he caught ten different species of fish in Maryland. The FishMaryland program has been around since 2019, and Packard is one of 11 people who […]

Apple TV+ series “Lady in the Lake” to premiere July 19, generated over $100 million during production in Maryland

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The upcoming series “Lady in the Lake” will be released on Apple TV+ on July 19, 2024. The production created 1,132 Maryland jobs; utilized goods and services from 2,456 local businesses; and paid for more than 32,000 hotel room nights at local lodging establishments—generating more than $100 million during its production in Maryland. “Our administration is unafraid to make […]

New Essex Field at Renaissance Park opens in Baltimore County [VIDEO]

ESSEX, MD—The all new Essex Field at Renaissance Park in Baltimore County is now open. The $2.3 million upgrades are part of a partnership between Baltimore County, the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation, the American Rescue Plan Act, the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, and the Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce. The synthetic turf field is able to be […]

Winning $50K Keno ticket sold in Rosedale, $15K Racetrax ticket sold in Perry Hall

NOTTINGHAM, MD—It was a big week for local Maryland Lottery players, with winning tickets sold in Rosedale and Perry Hall. Across the state, the Maryland Lottery paid more than $29.6 million in prizes during the seven-day period ending July 7, including 27 tickets worth $10,000 or more that were sold or redeemed during that span. Officials say a winning $50,036 […]

BCPSfest 2024 to be held in August

TOWSON, MD—The date for BCPSfest 2024 has been announced. The annual back-to-school celebration will take place 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology. Attendees will be able to: Enjoy live entertainment and fun hands-on activities. Try Double-Dutch jump roping. Take a break in the Story Time Tent with […]

Maryland casinos generate $162.9 million in gaming revenue in June

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s six casinos combined to generate $162,914,432 in revenue from slot machines and table games during June 2024, a decrease of $802,798 (-0.5%) compared to June 2023. Casino gaming contributions to the state during June 2024 totaled $69,842,695, an increase of $412,462 (0.6%) compared to June 2023. Contributions to the Education Trust Fund during June 2024 were $50,369,843, a […]

Maryland DNR issues summer swimming safety reminders

BALTIMORE, MD—As summer officially gets under way, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding people to take safety precautions when swimming in public areas. The DNR stresses the importance of swimming near a lifeguard, staying sober while in or near the water, and never swimming alone. DNR officials also recommend wearing a life jacket or personal flotation device […]