Maryland State Fair returns for 144th year with rides, competitions, and live music

TIMONIUM, MD—The 144th Maryland State Fair, presented by Toyota, is set to bring three weekends of family-friendly entertainment, agricultural showcases, and live music to the Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium, starting August 21, 2025. Known as Maryland’s largest celebration of agriculture, the fair will feature carnival rides, livestock exhibits, competitive events, and a diverse concert lineup, offering something for visitors […]

Freeze dried fruit packs recalled due to Listeria risk

WASHINGTON—A Georgia company is recalling boxes of freeze-dried fruit sold at Sam’s Club stores in dozens of states because of a risk of Listeria monocytogenes contamination, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. Doehler Dry Ingredient Solutions, LLC, of Cartersville, Ga., is recalling its Member’s Mark Freeze Dried Fruit Variety Pack, which was sold in 15-count boxes with the […]

Maryland crab cakes with corn and tomato salad voted America’s 10th favorite summer dish, survey

BALTIMORE, MD—Every state has its own signature dish – think gumbo in South Carolina, key lime pie in Florida, or deep-dish pizza in Illinois. But while most Americans can name their state’s year-round food claim to fame, far fewer realize that many states also have their own seasonal summer specialties. These dishes aren’t just delicious – they capture the mood, […]

Bubbakoo’s Burritos celebrates grand opening in Middle River

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Bubbakoo’s Burritos celebrated its grand opening in Middle River on Tuesday, July 28th. The quick-service restaurant, which has more than 100 stores in 15 states, specializes in made-to-order Mexican fusion dishes such as burritos, quesadillas, tacos, and bowls.  The new shop is located at the Greenleigh development. “The dense residential and commercial sections of Greenleigh attracted us to […]

Health alert issued for salad products containing breadcrumbs that have been recalled due to possible Listeria risk

WASHINGTON—The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for ready-to-eat ham salad products that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The ham salad contains breadcrumbs recalled by Newly Weds Foods due to potential contamination. The alert applies to (view labels): 12-ounce printed plastic tubs of “RESER’S FINE FOODS Ham Salad” with […]

Celebrate National Ice Cream Day with free ice cream at Dairy Queen in White Marsh Mall

WHITE MARSH, MD—National Ice Cream Day is fast-approaching and White Marsh Mall wants to help local residents celebrate. In the U.S., National Ice Cream Month is celebrated each year in July, and National Ice Cream Day is celebrated on the third Sunday in July. On Sunday, July 20, the first 100 Dairy Queen customers at White Marsh Mall will receive […]