🌱 MLK Awards Postponed In Anne Arundel + Annapolis Principal Honored

Welcome back, Anne Arundel County! Here's everything you need to know today.

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First, your weekend weather:

• Thursday: Clouds and sunshine. High: 42 Low: 36.
• Friday: Windy with clouds breaking. High: 45 Low: 20.

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Here are the top stories today in Annapolis:

1. Former USi building near Annapolis Town Center set for mixed redevelopment after $30 million purchase (Baltimore Sun)
2. Annapolis state Sen. Sarah Elfreth elected as chair of Chesapeake Bay Commission (Capital Gazette)
3. MLK Jr. Awards Dinner Postponed (Eye On Annapolis)
4. Tyler Heights Elementary School Principal Julia Walsh Named Inaugural AACPS Principal Of The Year (Press Release Desk)
5. Lawmakers Returned To Annapolis On Wed. For 2022 General Assembly (WFMD)

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From my notebook:

• United States Naval Academy: "More #USNAWinterBreak! #1 - #4 - Midshipman 2nd Class (junior) Matt Niichel had the opportunity to explore Rome, Florence, and Venice during break. #5 - What a view! Midshipman 2nd Class (junior) Rose Tracy takes the scenery in while sno..." (Facebook)
• The City Of Annapolis: "Here we go again folks. Sunday into Monday potential for winter weather including (in the Annapolis area) rain, sleet, snow, ice, winds, and coastal flooding. We will watch this weather event and keep you updated." (Facebook)
• Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks: "Bay Invaders is back and volunteers are needed! This award-winning county partnership program engages 9th grade Environmental Science students each spring in identifying and eliminating invasive plant species in our regional and communit..." (Facebook)
• Anne Arundel Community College: "Classes start Jan. 24! But are you wondering what the spring term will look like at AACC? We're excited about seeing many of you on campus with more in-person classes while also offering online classes and services for those who prefer t..." (Facebook)
• The City Of Annapolis: "Recently, there has been increased interest in using outdoor spaces in the Historic District for dining and commercial use. To provide guidance and support, the Historic Preservation Commission has been reviewing the existing guidelines ..." (Facebook)

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This weekend in Annapolis:

Thursday, January 13

• Coldwater Fisheries Advisory Meeting (6:00 PM)
• Public Hearing - Budget - Anne Arundel County Public Schools (6:00 PM)
• Public Hearing Webinar for Lobster and Jonah Crab Management Plans (6:30 PM)
• Winter Lecture- How John Yates Beall and His Men Became the Maritime Mosby Rachers (7:00 PM)

Friday, January 14

• East Coast Commercial Fishermen's & Aquaculture Trade Expo (11:00 AM)
• FREE Homeschool Martial Arts Class (11:30 AM)
• The Lost Boy (8:00 PM)

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— Jacob Baumgart

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