Global Sailors + Captain Maryland + Singer On 'The Voice': MD Good News 2022

MARYLAND — Every year has its fair share of sad stories, but there are always uplifting tales to unite the community. This year was no exception, as Maryland had plenty of reasons to smile.

A YouTube sailing couple is settling down in the Old Line State after falling in love with the local nautical culture. Captain Maryland became the state's unofficial superhero.

A high school singer advanced to the semifinals of "The Voice," and another teenager taught children how to swim. Patch's business coverage highlighted the new Marriott headquarters, a Christmas pop-up shop, a book store and a veteran-owned tea market.

Here are our happiest headlines of the year:

Global Sailors Land In Annapolis, Plan To Buy Home In MD After Boat Show

This YouTube couple sailed 25,000 miles and visited Annapolis for the sailboat show. The globe-trotters plan to settle down in Maryland.

Captain Maryland's Fame Grows Faster Than Crabs Running On The Beach

A superhero who was unknown before 2021 and who can run sideways and has a super-pinch grip is fast becoming a celebrity across Maryland.

Severna Park Singer’s Run On 'The Voice’ Ends In Semifinals

A Severna Park singer was voted off "The Voice" in the semifinals. The 17-year-old captured local and national attention with her ballads.

Holton-Arms Student Launches Summer Swim Club For DC Area Boys

A group of 12 boys graduated from a summer swimming program founded by a 15-year-old student at Holton-Arms School.

Marriott Celebrates Grand Opening Of New Bethesda Headquarters

Marriott International celebrated the opening of its new 21-story global headquarters in downtown Bethesda on Monday.

Christmas Pop-Up Shop Opens In Annapolis With New Approach To Retail

A Christmas pop-up shop opened in Annapolis. The business is changing the retail scene with a temporary store made for a short sprint.

'Love Your Stuff': Silver Spring Shop Sells Curated Books, Records

Mojomala Books, Records & Cool Stuff has been attracting locals as well as customers from D.C. and Virginia to its Silver Spring store.

Veteran Opens Holistic Tea Shop In Anne Arundel County, Donates To Charities

A veteran opened a new tea and wellness shop in Anne Arundel County. The holistic store also sells essential oils and donates to charities.

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Business

• Selfie Museum 'The Spotlight' Opens At Mall In Columbia
• Hello Betty To Anchor In Bethesda, Offering Drinks On A Boat
• Giant Food Opens New Store, Donates $6K To 2 Silver Spring Nonprofits
• New Trader Joe's Opening In Bethesda March 17

Community

• Message In Bottle Travels 3,200 Miles, Helps Boy Cope With Loss
• 8 Pickleball Courts To Be Built At Western Regional Park In Howard Co.

Good Deeds

• Rockville Trooper Honored With Medal For Saving Trapped Truck Driver
• Deputies Save Boy And Father From Burning Car: Harford Sheriff
• Couple, Trucker Carry 300 Food Packages To Stranded I-95 Drivers

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