Bakery, Ice Cream Parlor Opening + Marylander Could Play In NFL: MD Good News

MARYLAND — Maryland saw plenty of uplifting business and community news this week, so let's recap.

A new bakery, ice cream parlor and airline are all opening in the state.

Plus, a college football player from Maryland could get drafted to play in the NFL. Speaking of education, a new list ranked the best public high schools in the state.

In other news, workers freed a cargo ship that was stuck in the Chesapeake Bay. Finally, two young filmmakers are winning awards for their short movies.

Here are Patch's happiest headlines:

TV Show Bakers Open Shop In Edgewater, Offer Fresh Breakfast + Dessert

A new bakery just opened in Edgewater. The family is known for its food truck in Annapolis and its appearance on a baking TV show.

Creative Ice Cream Shop To Open In Howard County This Summer

A mom-and-pop ice cream shop will open in Howard County this summer featuring crazy creative concoctions in mason jars and colorful bowls.

New Budget Airline Launches Service From BWI To Europe Through Hub In Iceland

A new budget airline launched service this week from BWI Airport to several European destinations. All flights will stop in Iceland.

NFL Draft Could Draw College Football Player From Howard County

An Ole Miss linebacker from Howard County hopes to hear his name called during the NFL draft, which kicks off April 28.

Maryland's Best Public High Schools: 2022 Rankings Released

Niche.com released its 2022 rankings of the best public high schools in the country, and Maryland is on the list. See the best in the state.

Ever Forward Cargo Ship Stuck In Chesapeake Bay Finally Freed

The Ever Forward, a 1,095-foot container ship grounded in the Chesapeake Bay near Craighill Channel for more than a month, is finally free.

Young Sisters Produce Short Films, Are Recognized For Exemplary Work

Two young sisters from Howard county have produced several short films, which recently were shown in the GreenScreen Film Fest.

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Business

• Fundraiser For Ukraine Held By DMV Restaurants, Proceeds Help Feed Refugees
• 2 New Clothing Stores Open At Arundel Mills Mall
• Brazilian Gourmet Celebrates Culture, Cuisine At Specialty Store
• Boat Shows Coming Soon To Anne Arundel County, Kent Island

Community

• 1st Children's Museum In Howard County Opens
• All MOCO High Schools Will Have Mental Health Centers With New Funding
• Mosaic Capturing Elements Of HoCo On Display At Gallery

Lottery

• $850K Lotto Ticket Sold At Silver Spring Store
• $250K Lotto Win Enables Grandpa To Buy Car, Help Grandkids
• MD Teacher Wins $50K After Husband Bought Lotto Ticket To Cheer Her up
• $50K Lotto Prize Will Help Fund Texas Native's Return Home
• $50K Lotto Prize Relied On Lucky Family Birthdays

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