Earthquake Shakes Maryland Wednesday: Patch PM

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

2.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits In Howard County

It could be felt as far north as Eldersburg and as far south as Silver Spring, officials said.

MD Weekend Events: Lighthouse Reopening, Oyster Roast, Peach Day

A corn roast is also among the activities in Maryland from Aug. 6 to Aug. 8.

Advocates Rally For Family Of Korryn Gaines 5 Years After Her Death

Rally attendees called for Baltimore County to complete the payout to the woman's family.

Tax Collections Will Resume For Marylanders Aug. 16

Licensing activities also will resume at that time.

Also Worth A Look Today

• 'House-Shaking Boom' Heard In Baltimore County
• Bowie Will Pay Anybody Who Refers Successful Police Candidate
• Tractor-Trailer Overturns, Closes Road In Crownsville: Police
• Grandmother Of Children Found Dead In Essex Trunk Speaks Out
• Howard County Fair Celebrates 75th Anniversary Aug. 7-14
• 2 Prince Georgians Found Guilty Of DC Murder: Officials
• Masks Required in Rockville City Buildings Again
• Towson Alumnus Performs With Tony Bennett, Lady Gaga At Radio City Music Hall
• Indecent Exposure In Kensington: Silver Spring Man Charged
• Police Join Baltimore Area Residents For Night Out After Long Pandemic Lockdown
• California Jewelry Brand 'gorjana' Opening On Bethesda Row

Across America

• CDC Issues New Eviction Ban For Most Of United States
• Flight Attendants Tape Man To Seat On Philly Flight: Reports
• Help Wanted: Labor Shortage Brings New Business Hiring Tactics

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