Howard County truck driver almost throws away winning ticket, becomes Maryland’s newest lottery millionaire

BALTIMORE, MD—A Columbia man almost threw away a $1 million Monopoly X100 scratch-off ticket after buying it at a rest stop in Elkton. The Howard County resident threw his ticket in the trash after thinking it wasn’t a winner, but then decided to scan it anyway. “See Lottery,” the ticket read. The man, who has chosen to remain anonymous, is […]

Parkville man named 19th FishMaryland Master Angler

BALTIMORE, MD—A Parkville man has earned a Master Angler Milestone Award from Maryland’s FishMaryland program. The FishMaryland program recognizes anglers who catch and release ten trophy-sized fish of different species in Maryland waters. Jeffrey Spicer achieved the milestone on March 16, 2024, when he caught a 32.25-inch Chesapeake Channa (northern snakehead) near Aberdeen. Spicer, who learned about the program from […]

Maryland’s Best kicks-off 2025 Ice Cream Trail with new digital app

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Get ready to embark on a sweet adventure! Maryland’s Best, the state’s marketing program connecting consumers to local farmers, officially launched the 2025 Maryland’s Best Ice Cream Trail last week week at Misty Meadows Farm Creamery in Washington County. The trail features 14 on-farm creameries across the state, offering a delightful taste of Maryland’s dairy industry. These creameries stretch […]

Honeygo Elementary School students complete 2025 Patriots and Defenders Program

NOTTINGHAM, MD—This week, parents and educators honored several students at Honeygo Elementary School who participated in the Patriots and Defenders program. The Patriots and Defenders program tests pupils on history, citizenship, and geography. Councilman David Marks helped start the program as a parent in 2018. “The students completing the Patriots and Defenders program at Honeygo Elementary School must learn important […]

Maryland State Police step up patrols for Memorial Day weekend

BALTIMORE, MD—In anticipation of increased traffic and potential road hazards, the Maryland State Police announced increased patrols and enforcement efforts targeting distracted, aggressive, and impaired driving throughout the Memorial Day weekend. Troopers from all 23 barracks and the State Police Impaired Driving Reduction Effort (SPIDRE) Team will be deployed in saturation patrols and high-visibility enforcement initiatives statewide. The initiative aims […]

Parkville resident scores $50,000 lottery prize

PARKVILLE, MD—A Baltimore County resident is $50,000 richer after uncovering a top prize on a scratch-off ticket. The lucky winner, from Parkville, purchased the $20 $50,000 Cash ticket at Speedy Mart, located at 7501 Harford Road in Parkville. The winner, who chose to remain anonymous, is a regular lottery player and participates in the My Lottery Rewards program. He enjoys […]