Sports wagering contributes $7 million to state of Maryland during October

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s sports wagering market generated $7,049,747 in contributions to the state during October 2024 from a handle of $593,105,471. Sports wagering is available in Maryland on 11 mobile platforms and at 12 retail locations. The contribution to the state of more than $7 million was a 21.3% increase compared to the October 2023 figure of $5.8 million and was […]

Uptown Cheapskate, 4 other retailers sign leases at Greenleigh in Middle River

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Five new retailers signed leases with St. John Properties, Inc., cumulatively totaling nearly 14,000 square feet of space at Greenleigh, a 1,000-acre mixed-use business community located in Middle River. Situated off of I-95 and MD Route 43 in eastern Baltimore County, Greenleigh will include more than 3,300 residential units including single-family homes, townhomes, and luxury apartments, along with […]

JD Sports coming to White Marsh Mall

WHITE MARSH, MD—A new sporting goods store is coming to White Marsh. JD Sports will soon be opening at White Marsh Mall, the shopping center has announced. JD seeks to “inspire the emerging generation of globally minded consumers through a connection to the universal culture of sport, music and fashion,” according to the official website. The chain has over 4,500 […]

Butcher & Bay by Geresbeck’s to hold grand opening in Kingsville

UPDATE: The ribbon has officially been cut (photos). CORRECTION: The date has been corrected to Saturday, November 9, 2024. Original story below… KINGSVILLE, MD—Butcher & Bay by Geresbeck’s has announced details on its grand opening in Kingsville. The new shop is located in the space left behind after Greene’s Butcher Shop closed following the passing of its owner, John Greene, […]

Mega Millions produces new Maryland millionaire

BALTIMORE, MD—A Maryland truck driver is $1 million richer after uncovering a second-tier Mega Millions prize on a ticket he almost threw away. An Anne Arundel County man told Maryland Lottery officials this week that he buys tickets weekly. Each time, he selects a different set of games, including Mega Millions. He usually checks his tickets carefully, but was interrupted […]

Jersey Mike’s opens new location in Towson Place

TOWSON, MD—Jersey Mike’s has opened its 60th location in Maryland. The popular sub and sandwich shop recently opened its newest restaurant at a strip center adjacent to Towson Place. The new shop is already giving back to the local community, donating proceeds to nearby Calvert Hall.  Calvert Hall faculty, staff and students received a donation card from Jersey Mike’s. If […]

Maryland casinos generate $160.5 million in gaming revenue during October

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s six casinos combined to generate $160,524,322 in revenue from slot machines and table games during October 2024, an increase of $712,557 (0.4%) compared to October 2023. Casino gaming contributions to the state during October 2024 totaled $68,562,306, an increase of $1,307,235 (1.9 %) compared to October 2023. Contributions to the Education Trust Fund during October 2024 were $49,460,899, […]