Whether Marylanders took time to watch last Friday’s candidate forum between the top two Democratic candidates vying for a seat in the U.S. Senate or have simply been following the news, there’s one element of this matchup between U.S. Rep. David Trone and Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks that they’ve already heard plenty about. And it probably isn’t about … [Read more...] about David Trone and the power of money in politics | STAFF COMMENTARY
Perry Hall baseball star AJ Mendoza brings everything to the game he loves
A slow roller down the third base line was all Perry Hall baseball coach Joe Carlineo needed to see. It happened four years ago during tryouts, an intrasquad game with then-freshman AJ Mendoza on the mound. “He slid from his knees like a catcher would and with his shoulders squared toward first base, gunned the kid out,” Carlineo said. “Right then, I’m like, ‘Oh my God, this … [Read more...] about Perry Hall baseball star AJ Mendoza brings everything to the game he loves
Board games can now be checked out of Carroll County’s public libraries
Carroll County’s public library system has added 19 board and card games to its collection, available for checkout now. “In addition to the benefits of social interactions and strengthening our family and social relationships, multiple studies indicate the strong correlation between gaming and improving cognitive functions and mental health,” Carroll County Public Library’s … [Read more...] about Board games can now be checked out of Carroll County’s public libraries
Bits & Bites: Former Magdalena chef launches ‘nomadic restaurant,’ Kneads expands, Indian fast-casual coming to Columbia
Whether you call them pop-ups, supper clubs or nomadic restaurants, ephemeral dining experiences are still having a moment. The one-night-only meals continue to crop up around the Baltimore region, and this week I have details about two new options for local foodies craving something unique. For a slightly less fleeting dining option, there’s news of a Locust Point pop-up from … [Read more...] about Bits & Bites: Former Magdalena chef launches ‘nomadic restaurant,’ Kneads expands, Indian fast-casual coming to Columbia
“Don’t Dress for Dinner” a theater production at Carroll Community College | PHOTOS
Carroll Community College’s theater production of “Don’t Dress for Dinner.” Performances will be held at the College in the Theater in the Scott Center on April 25, 26, 27 at 7:30 p.m. and April 28 at 2:00 p.m. Actors, from left, Sean Olsson, Ave Maria Contreras, and Ava Urbach perform during a rehearsal of Don’t Dress for Dinner at Carroll Community College.(Thomas … [Read more...] about “Don’t Dress for Dinner” a theater production at Carroll Community College | PHOTOS