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Sports wagering contributes $2.8 million to the State of Maryland in February

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s 10 retail and eight mobile sportsbooks combined for $339,421,546 in handle and generated $2,796,880 in contributions to the state during February 2023. Each sportsbook contributes 15% of its taxable win to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund, which supports public education programs. Mobile handle in February was $325,078,708. That amount included $15,810,783 in free promotional play provided to …


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WMVFC to hold multi-vendor craft show in April

WHITE MARSH, MD—The White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company will be holding its first multi-vendor craft show of 2023 in April. The event will take place 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 29, 2023. The event will feature over 40 vendors, handmade jewelry, acrylic keychains, ornaments, wood crafts, and more. A flyer with additional information can be viewed below. …


Middle River man claims $50,000 Maryland Lottery prize after buying scratch-off in White Marsh

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—A Middle River man made his triumphant return to the winner’s circle this week after finding a $50,000 prize on a Gold X50 scratch-off. This was his first visit since winning $100,000 on a Ravens scratch-off in November 2015. William Daniels Jr. said the excitement of winning big never gets old. “When you hit it, you are in …

10th annual Fish Fry returns to St. John the Evangelist in Hydes

HYDES, MD—An annual tradition lives on this year in Hydes. The Knights of Columbus Long Green Council #8736 will host the 10th annual Fish Fry at St. John the Evangelist Church Hall in Hydes. The Fish Fry will occur on Friday, March 31, 2023 from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. “We look forward to the annual Fish Frys at the …

PB&J’s Grill and Games opens this Friday in Carney

CARNEY, MD—A new kids’ experience is coming to Main Street at Joppa Road this week. The owners of the All-American Steakhouse are opening PB&J’s Grill and Games this Friday, March 10, 2023. The restaurant will feature food, party rooms, birthday specials, and of course, an arcade. PB&J’s is currently hiring for multiple positions.  To apply, call 410-882-3377. More information is …

Maryland casinos generate $157 million in gaming revenue in February

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s six casinos combined to generate $157,055,925 in revenue from slot machines and table games during February 2023, Maryland Lottery and Gaming announced on Monday. The total represents a decrease of $5,909,379 (-3.6%) compared to February 2022. Casino gaming contributions to the state in February 2023 totaled $66,923,277, a decrease of $1,313,782 (-1.9%) compared to February 2022. Contributions to …

$50,000 Cash game produces top-prize winner in Harford County

BALTIMORE, MD—The fourth most popular scratch-off game on the Maryland Lottery’s Top 40 list is $50,000 Cash, which went on sale December 29 with 160 top prizes of $50,000. Since February 13, ten winners have arrived at lottery headquarters to claim top prizes in the $20 game. In the last week alone, four players claimed winning $50,000 Cash scratch-offs sold …

Winning $1,000 a day for life pushes Baltimore County Cash4Life player into retirement

BALTIMORE, MD—A Maryland Lottery player who was on the fence about retiring has made up his mind, thanks to winning the top-tier prize of $1,000 a Day for Life in the February 8 Cash4Life drawing. “I’ve been thinking about it for a couple of years, even more this year,” said the player, who is going by the name “Lucky Winner” …