🌱 BCPS Cancels Extracurriculars + Local Teen On Apple TV Show

Good morning, Catonsville! It's Wednesday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on in Catonsville today.

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First, today's weather:

Increasingly windy. High: 44 Low: 24.

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Here are the top stories today in Catonsville:

1. As cases of coronavirus rise, Baltimore County Public Schools told all students to "take their devices home" over the winter break. While the school system plans to maintain in-person learning five days a week, it wants to be prepared to address the "rapidly changing situation." As of today (Dec. 22), BCPS has also suspended nonathletic extracurricular activities through Jan. 7. School officials advised organizers to make these activities virtual. (Patch)
2. A talented Catonsville teenager is appearing in "Swagger," a new Apple TV+ drama loosely based on the early life of NBA star Kevin Durant. Sixteen-year-old Elijah Jacob, a current junior at Boys Latin, portrays Earl, one of the kids on the basketball team, in three episodes of the show, which airs on Friday nights. The teen actor says excited about what's next: A pilot being considered by Disney+ and a growing career. (WBALTV 11)
3. Calling all cat lovers: There are lots of feline friends available to adopt at Catonsville-area animal shelters! Check out these 30-plus adorable cats (plus a few pups and rabbits) who are waiting for their forever home. (Catonsville Patch)

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Today in Catonsville:

• Catonsville Holiday Farmers Market At Christian Temple (10:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• Want to shop local this holiday season and support the Catonsville small business community? The Catonsville Chamber of Commerce shared its member directory for some inspiration. (Facebook)
• Give your business the gift of a Chamber of Commerce membership this year. From informational breakfasts and evening networking opportunities to beloved community events, the Chamber has something for everyone! Find out more and join today at catonsville.org/join. (Facebook)

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That's it for today. I'll see you soon!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.