ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has announced the winners of its annual photo contest, with Christopher Michael taking the grand prize for his image of a river otter titled “Waterways Wanderer.” More than 1,800 photos were submitted to this year’s contest, which featured four seasonal categories. Michael’s photo was named the winner of the winter category before being […]
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. […]
TOWSON, MD—Eleven students from Baltimore County Public Schools have been named semifinalists in the 71st annual National Merit Scholarship Program, the school system announced Wednesday. These students are among the highest-scoring entrants nationwide on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). More than 1.3 million high school juniors took the exam to enter the program. The recognized students represent […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and the Maryland State Board of Education on Friday announced seven finalists for the 2026 Maryland Teacher of the Year award. The winner will be named at a gala on Sept. 26 in Hunt Valley. The finalists, selected from a group of 24 local school system teachers of the year, represent seven […]
TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Commission on Disabilities has opened nominations for its 35th annual awards program, which recognizes individuals and organizations who have made a significant impact on the lives of people with disabilities. Nominations are open to the public and will be accepted through Tuesday, September 9, 2025. The awards program, now in its 35th year, celebrates the achievements […]
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 […]
TOWSON, MD—Detective Scott Kilpatrick, a 21-year veteran of the Baltimore County Police Department, was honored with the 2025 Outstanding Service Award at the recent Crimes Against Children Conference. Kilpatrick, who has served as a detective for 19 years, is currently assigned to the Crimes Against Children Unit (CACU). He specializes in investigating cases of sexual abuse and human trafficking, with […]
TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Aging has received two national Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties, recognizing its innovative programs designed to connect and empower older adults. The awards highlight the department’s efforts to foster healthier, more connected lives for the county’s senior population. “This national recognition reflects the outstanding work happening right here in Baltimore County,” […]