BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources released its 2025 fall foliage preview this week, predicting that an “abnormally dry” late summer is causing some trees to begin their color change early in the western part of the state. The DNR’s first fall foliage report of the year notes that a combination of a typical spring and early summer, followed […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced that the Maryland Department of Commerce has awarded $180,000 in grants to a dozen local manufacturers to help them adopt “smart manufacturing” technologies aimed at increasing energy efficiency and reducing emissions. The funding was provided through the Maryland MADE grant program, which supports small manufacturers in deploying technologies that lead to lasting improvements […]
WASHINGTON—Chetak LLC Group is expanding its voluntary recall of several lots of Deep-branded frozen vegetables and fruit products due to a potential risk of Salmonella contamination, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration announced this week. The expanded recall includes lots of Deep-brand frozen Sprouted Mat (Moth), Sprouted Moong (Mung), Premium Select Surti Undhiu Mix, and Premium Select Singoda. The affected […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation announced Wednesday that it has awarded $8.2 million in grants for 25 bicycle, pedestrian, and trail projects across the state. The funding is intended to improve safety, enhance sustainability, and boost economic development. The grants will support a variety of projects, including new paths for cyclists and pedestrians, improvements to existing trails, and enhanced […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Two anglers have been named the newest Master Anglers by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, recognizing their success in catching 10 different species of trophy-sized fish. Jesse Black of Kingwood, West Virginia, and Canden Michalski of North East, Maryland are the 24th and 25th recipients of the FishMaryland Master Angler award since the program began six years ago. […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s sports wagering market generated $9,039,368 in contributions to the state during August 2025. Sports bettors in Maryland wagered $434,220,458 during the month and won back $381,761,359 in prizes. Sportsbook operators held 12.1% of the handle. Retail sports wagering operators contribute 15% of their taxable proceeds to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund, which supports public education programs. Mobile […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Board of Public Works has approved nearly $4.7 million in grants to support park improvements and land conservation efforts across seven counties, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced Wednesday. The funding, allocated through the state’s Program Open Space and Rural Legacy programs, will be used for a variety of projects, including new playgrounds, sports fields, and […]
BALTIMORE, MD—A new national report from the teletherapy staffing agency VocoVision ranks Maryland as the fourth-best state in the country for youth mental health support for the 2025-26 school year. While the report indicates that less than half of U.S. children in crisis receive the care they need, Maryland stands out for its proactive approach, outpacing national averages in several […]