Helicopter Rescues + Seafood Festival + Wine Slushies: MD Good News

MARYLAND — Maryland saw the state police rescue hikers from the woods of West Virginia. The annual Maryland Seafood Festival returns to Annapolis, and an historic childhood home is being sold. Plus, a bridge reopens after receiving much-needed repairs and Marylanders can now purchase wine slushies from a kiosk.

Here are our happiest headlines of the week:

3 Hikers Rescued By MD State Police Helicopter Crew

Three hikers were rescued by a Maryland State Police helicopter crew from the woods of West Virginia in two separate cases, officials said.

Man Wins $50K Lottery Prize 15 Times Using Same Numbers

A man told his wife her days of working were over after he won 15 $50,000 lottery jackpots by purchasing 15 Pick 5 tickets using the same numbers. The next morning, he learned each ticket was worth $50,000 for a grand total of $750,000.

Fresh Produce, Eggs And More At One Rock Farmacy

One Rock Farm has opened a storefront, offering fresh produce, eggs, honey, flowers and more.

Maryland Seafood Festival 2023: Dates, Location, Tickets

The 55th Maryland Seafood Festival returns to Annapolis City Dock and Susan Campbell Park in Annapolis on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 19 and 20.

VinoRita Opens Wine Slushies Kiosk: Report

VinoRita, a wine slushies kiosk, opened its first location in Maryland.

2023 Police Pace Planned For Sept. 10 At Centennial Park

This annual 5K, 10K and 1 mile race will help raise funds for initiatives and programs carried out by the police department that cannot be met through the county budget.

Charcuterie Board Business Booms, Owner Opening Storefront

A Harford County woman has taken her charcuterie board business to new heights by opening a storefront.

Ayres Chapel Road Bridge Reopens To Traffic

The Ayres Chapel Road Bridge has reopened to traffic after undergoing structural repairs this summer.

Dining:

• 'Crimson Coward Nashville Hot Chicken' Coming To Howard County
• The Turn House In Howard County Celebrates 7th Anniversary
• KPOT Korean BBQ And Hot Pot Opens Another MD Eatery
• Z-Burger To Open New Restaurant: Report
• Signage Installed At Andy's Pizza's New Location: Report
• VinoRita Opens Wine Slushies Kiosk At Westfield Montgomery: Report

Schools:

• Hundreds Attend Guilford Park High School Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
• 'Stuff The Bus' School Supply Collection Stops In MD Thursday
• School Supply Drives Going On Now Help Support Students

Community:

• 5 Nonprofits To Get Behind In The Eldersburg Area
• 2 Harford County Roads Closed This Week For Storm Cleanup, Repairs
• 2023 Fall Activity Guide Available In Howard County
• 15 Rockville Companies On List Of Startups To Watch
• 6 Silver Spring Companies On List Of Startups To Watch