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Sports wagering contributes $3.2 million to State of Maryland during September

Posted on October 11, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s 13 retail and 12 mobile sportsbooks that operated during September 2023 combined to generate $3,231,427 in contributions to the state. Each sportsbook contributes 15% of its taxable win to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund, which supports public education programs. Statewide handle in September totaled $442,450,666, with mobile handle accounting for 95.1% of the total at $420,957,789. Mobile […]

2023 Angel Park 5K, Fun Run date announced

Posted on October 10, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

PERRY HALL, MD—The date has been announced for this year’s Angel Park 5K and Family Fun Run. The event will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 12, 2023 in Perry Hall. The 5K run will be an out-and-back course starting and finishing at Angel Park (located at 9685 Honeygo Boulevard). Runners will exit the park and turn right onto […]

Date announced for rescheduled JMVFC open house

Posted on October 10, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

JOPPA, MD—The Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company has announced a new date for its annual open house. Originally scheduled for September 24, the open house was moved due to inclement weather. The event will now take place from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, October 22, 2023. The free open house will feature demonstrations, giveaways, kids activities, and much more. […]

Pappas celebrates grand opening of Perry Hall distribution, carry-out location

Posted on October 9, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Over the weekend, Pappas Seafood Company celebrated the grand opening of its new Perry Hall distribution & carry-out location. Councilman David Marks sponsored the legislation that allowed Pappas to open the new facility at the former ABC Rental site in the Perry Hall commercial revitalization district. “Congratulations to Pappas Seafood Company-Perry Hall on the opening of its Perry Hall […]

Maryland casinos generate $155.1 million in gaming revenue during September

Posted on October 8, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s six casinos combined to generate $155,097,779 in revenue from slot machines and table games during September 2023, down $4,172,529 (-2.6%) compared to September 2022. Casino gaming contributions to the state in September 2023 totaled $66,441,145, a decrease of $1,517,500 (-2.2%) compared to September 2022. Contributions to the Education Trust Fund in September 2023 were $47,848,430, a decrease of […]

Winning $953,280 lottery ticket sold in Baltimore County

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—A morning stop at Woodlawn Shell in Baltimore County led to a $953,280 FAST PLAY win on a $20 Extreme Green scratch-off ticket. This is the second progressive jackpot prize won in the game since it went on sale January 2, 2023. The winner bought the lucky ticket on October 6 at the business located at 6600 Security Boulevard. […]

Officials to break ground on Hazelwood Skate Park this month

Posted on October 5, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

OVERLEA, MD—Local officials will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for Baltimore County’s newest skate park later this month. Ground will officially be broken on Hazelwood Skate Park at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 19, 2023. Special guests will include County Executive Johnny Olszewski, Councilman Mike Ertel, and Bob Smith, director of Baltimore County Recreation and Parks. The new skate park will […]

Two winning $50,000 Powerball, Match 5 tickets sold in Baltimore County