ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has signed an executive order creating several new programs within the state government with the goal of bolstering Maryland’s economy and competitiveness. The order was signed at the Frederick Hotel and Conference Center project, a public-private development project expected to generate $1.5 billion in new private sector spending, 200 jobs, and $4 million in annual state […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has ordered the Maryland flag be lowered to half-staff. The flag will remain lowered from from sunrise to sunset on Friday, December 20, 2024. The Maryland flag is being lowered to honor former State Delegate James E. Malone Jr., who passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024.
TOWSON, MD—A new 122-unit apartment complex in Towson is expected to make a significant dent in Baltimore County’s goal of adding 1,000 affordable rental units by 2027, Baltimore County Johnny Olszewski announced on Thursday. Loch Raven Overlook, slated to replace the Days Inn at 8712 Loch Raven Blvd., will contribute 115 units toward that goal. The project is the largest […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced $50.8 million in awards to revitalize Baltimore City neighborhoods by reducing the number of vacant buildings. The funding comes from the Baltimore Vacants Reinvestment Initiative (BVRI), a program that has received a record $50 million allocation in the state’s Fiscal Year 2025 budget. “In order for it to be Maryland’s decade, it has […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Gov. Wes Moore this week announced three key appointments to state boards and commissions. Jill P. Carter was appointed to the Maryland State Board of Contract Appeals. The board adjudicates disputes between state agencies, contractors, and vendors doing business with Maryland. Carter, a long-time advocate for civil rights and community leader, has served as a Maryland legislator for over […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—The following is an update from Fifth District Councilman David Marks on the search for a new Baltimore County Executive: A new Baltimore County Executive will be inaugurated in early January to complete the term of John Olszewski, Jr., elected to Congress. I would like to thank those who have submitted their names to replace County Executive Olszewski, and […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland has launched a new mobile-friendly tool to help residents see if they qualify for benefits such as Medicaid, food stamps, and energy assistance. Governor Wes Moore announced the launch of Maryland’s Unified Benefits Screener on December 13, 2024. It’s a joint initiative between the Maryland Departments of Human Services, Health, and Information Technology. Marylanders can quickly check their […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Gov. Wes Moore announced the inaugural grant awardees of the Engaging Neighborhoods, Organizations, Unions, Governments, and Households (ENOUGH) initiative on Dec. 12. The $13.1 million in grants will fund 27 organizations across all 12 statutorily eligible counties. These grants are part of a larger $20 million investment to support communities most in need as they work together to develop […]