301-Pound Fish Sets Record In Maryland: Patch PM

Here are the share-worthy stories from Maryland Patches to talk about tonight:

Annapolis Angler Sets New Fishing Record With 301-Pound Swordfish

An Annapolis fisherman became the first official state record holder for swordfish on July 23.

'Universal Masking' Expected For Students, Staff, Guests Of BCPS

National experts recently updated their mask guidelines due to surges in COVID infections.

Ledecky Heads To Her Final 2020 Olympic Race, Winning 800M Heat

Bethesda's Katie Ledecky won her heat of the 800 meter freestyle on Thursday morning.

Bowie Blade-News Mails Final Publication Thursday

The community newspaper ceased publication after its parent company was purchased.

HoCo Becomes 1st In State To Vaccinate 80 Percent Of Residents

With 85 percent of the county's residents age 12 and up fully vaccinated, HoCo leads the state.

Also Worth A Look Today

• After Death Of Businessman, Harford County Flags Lowered
• Comedienne To Perform In Ellicott City Friday
• 2 Children Found Dead In Baltimore County Traffic Stop: Police
• Ledecky Wins Silver In 4x200 Meter Freestyle Wednesday Night
• Crofton Fentanyl Dealer Receives 25 Years In Prison
• Former Teacher And Student Meet Again At Oak Crest
• Old Bay Giving Free Rides On Baltimore Water Taxi

Across America

• NBA Draft 2021: Time, Draft Order, Top Prospects, How To Watch
• Mask Mandates Reinstated For Atlanta Public Indoor Spaces
• Illinois Woman Faces Federal Charges For Approaching Grizzly Bear
• DC To Require Masks Indoors For Everyone Older Than 2

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