Business, Events, Opinion, Politics

Councilman Marks: Why I Am Restricting Apartments at the White Marsh Town Center

UPDATE: Bill 52-23 has passed unanimously. Original story below… The following is an editorial piece from Councilman David Marks. At its meeting on September 18th, the Baltimore County Council will consider my legislation to restrict apartments at the White Marsh Town Center. Bill 52-23 repeals earlier legislation that allowed for apartments in an area east of White Marsh Mall. That …


Opinion, Police/Fire, Politics

Editorial: Baltimore County Fire Department’s union votes ‘No Confidence’ in Chief Rund

The following is an op-ed piece from White Marsh Cowenton Community Association president Heather Patti In 2021 FACETS Consulting, LLP was retained by Baltimore County through a competitive procurement process to conduct an independent, third-party evaluation of the Baltimore County Fire Department. The study’s scope was to focus on the department’s overall management and administrative functions. The Final Report was …


Is the work/life balance a myth?

The following is a sponsored post from Freedom Federal Credit Union. Balancing a personal life with a career can be a lifelong struggle. Work obligations, stresses and interruptions can impinge on the time you spend with family, friends and pursuing your own interests. On the flip side, family and other personal obligations can interrupt work responsibilities and professional goals. Fortunately, …

NOW YOU KNOW: Baltimore County, City auto thefts at all-time high

The following is an op-ed piece from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. We are among seven prominent Republican legislators issuing a letter to Mayor Scott and Commissioner Harrison of Baltimore City in response to the recent lawsuit against Hyundai and Kia due to their vehicles’ alleged susceptibility to theft. We urge Baltimore City to do more than join the …

NOW YOU KNOW: Taxpayers fund full-term abortions in Maryland

The following is an op-ed piece from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. Maryland’s laws allow abortion for all nine months of pregnancy. For the first 24 weeks of pregnancy, there are no restrictions for abortion. For the last 16 weeks of pregnancy, the minimal restriction requires a medical provider performing the abortion to verify that the pregnant woman would …

NOW YOU KNOW: End-of-session review part II

The following is an op-ed piece from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. Welcome back to the 2023 End of Session Review, a continuation of last week’s article! This article outlines additional measures that took place during the Annapolis legislative session – some good and others not so much. In March, Governor Moore announced that Maryland would move to electric …

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. …

NOW YOU KNOW: End-of-session review part I

The following is an op-ed piece from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. UPDATE: Part II can now be viewed here. Original story below… The 2023 Legislative Session proved to be full of wins and losses, as with any season in life! As a member of the Health and Government Operations (HGO) Committee, Delegate Szeliga sponsors and cosponsors many bills. …