BALTIMORE, MD—For the first time in three weeks, the national average price of gasoline has risen, increasing 3.4 cents to $3.12 per gallon, according to a GasBuddy report released Monday. The increase comes after storms temporarily knocked the largest refinery in the Midwest offline, causing prices to jump sharply in Ohio (+32.5¢), Wisconsin (+23.5¢), and Michigan (+19.8¢). “The national average […]
BALTIMORE, MD—A new study from a Florida-based law firm ranks Maryland as the third-highest state in the nation for ride-share users seeking customer support. The analysis, conducted by Blakeley Law Firm, found that frustrated riders in the state are turning to online searches for help with issues like billing errors, safety concerns, and lost items. The study, which analyzed Google […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Ed Hale Sr., a prominent Baltimore businessman and owner of the Baltimore Blast indoor soccer team, announced Wednesday his candidacy for Maryland governor in 2026, switching his party affiliation from Democrat to Republican in a bid to challenge incumbent Gov. Wes Moore. Hale, 78, made the announcement at Canton Waterfront Park, near the site of his former trucking business, […]
PERRY HALL, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced Thursday that a public meeting would be held to discuss a proposed development project that would increase the number of homes along the Chapel Road corridor. The project, known as Perry Hall Chapel Estates, would require a zoning change to proceed. Marks, a Republican who represents Perry Hall, stated that the development […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s workforce saw an increase of 11,700 jobs in July, with gains in the private sector and a significant boost in the public sector, according to new data from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics. The state’s private sector added 900 jobs for the month, while the public sector grew by 10,800 jobs. The public sector […]
FALLSTON, MD—Baltimore Ravens rookie Mike Green will be appearing in Fallston this weekend. The new Ravens star will be at Natalie’s Seafood Kitchen for a meet and greet on Sunday, August 24th. Green, a second-round draft pick out of Marshall University, will be at the restaurant located at 2315 Belair Rd. starting at 4 p.m. He led the nation with […]
BEL AIR, MD—Ten educators from Harford County, Baltimore County, and Baltimore City were honored with grants totaling $10,000 at the 14th annual Golden Apple Awards, hosted by Freedom Federal Credit Union. The awards ceremony, held on August 13 at Mountain Branch Grill & Pub in Joppa, recognized teachers for their innovative classroom projects. This year marked the first time the […]
PIKESVILLE, MD—The Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce has announced a strategic expansion to serve the entire Baltimore County business community, stepping into a role as a county-wide advocate for businesses. The expansion comes on the heels of the Baltimore County Chamber of Commerce’s recent closure due to financial challenges and changing business needs after the pandemic. The Greater Baltimore Chamber […]