Governor Moore joins veteran entrepreneurs during 2023 Military Small Business Appreciation Breakfast

​​​​​​ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week delivered the keynote address to more than 100 former and current military personnel during the Governor’s Office of Small, Minority, and Women Business Affairs 2023 Military Small Business Appreciation Breakfast. The event, co-hosted by Prince George’s Community College, honored the significant contributions of Maryland’s veteran community to the state’s economy. “Thank you to our […]

Sports wagering contributes nearly $3.9 million to State of Maryland during April

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s 10 retail and nine mobile sportsbooks combined to generate $3,864,686 in contributions to the state during April 2023, the state’s second-best single-month total to date. Each sportsbook contributes 15% of its taxable win to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund, which supports public education programs. Statewide handle in April totaled $328,454,397, with mobile handle accounting for 95.4% of […]

How to avoid celebrity scams

The following is a sponsored post from Freedom Federal Credit Union. Celebrity scams prey on society’s trust in celebrities and the adulation many people have for the rich and famous. Unfortunately, celebrity scams are becoming increasingly common and can be challenging to spot. Here’s what you need to know about these scams and how to protect yourself from falling victim. […]

Public hearing scheduled on Central, Northeast Area Middle School boundary study recommendation

TOWSON, MD—The Board of Education of Baltimore County will hold a public hearing to seek input concerning the central and northeast area middle school boundary study recommendation. The hearing will be held on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at Parkville High School. Sign-up for persons wishing to speak begins at 5:30 p.m. on the day of the hearing. […]

One person rescued, in critical condition following Baltimore County house fire

UPDATE: The victim was pronounced dead at the hospital. Original story below… DUNDALK, MD—Crews battled a house fire in Baltimore County on Wednesday afternoon. At just after 12:45 p.m. on May 10, 2023, units responded to the 8000-block of Gray Haven Road in Dundalk (21222) for a report of a fire. Firefighters arrived to find a townhome engulfed in flames. […]