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🌱Fireworks Time + Maryland Monkeypox Case + Unemployment Down To 4%

The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Glen Burnie.

Michele Stromberg, Neighbor
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(Patch Media)

Hello, Glen Burnie! I'm here in your inbox today to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on in town. I'll get right to it.

First, today's weather:

Sunny, windy and cooler. High: 76 Low: 57. Holy cow! Get the sweaters back out!

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Here are the top stories today in Glen Burnie:

  1. Fourth of July is quickly approaching! Fireworks are a long-held tradition to help celebrate our independence. Click the link to see where to go to see them. (WBAL TV Baltimore)
  2. Maryland has announced its first case of Monkeypox. The person is not in the hospital. He is at home, in isolation, recovering. (News Break)
  3. Maryland's unemployment rate has dropped. The rate of unemployed people in Maryland is now below 4 percent. This is the lowest since March 2020. (Fox Baltimore)
  4. A suspicious package arrived at University of Maryland yesterday. The College Park campus quickly evacuated people from the immediate area. Later it was determined to be "safe and not a threat." (Fox Baltimore)

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Today in Glen Burnie:

  • Take dad to a glass blowing class this Sunday. He'll love it! Class starts at 11 a.m. through 5 p.m. You get your choice of making a pumpkin, starfish, ornament, flower, paperweight or cup. Cost is $65 per person. (All Events)
  • Celebrate Father's Day at the La Fontaine Bleu in Glen Burnie. Treat dad to a barbecue/crab buffet. Bring him and the family on Sunday from 1-5 p.m. to sit back and enjoy the food. (UNation)
  • The Broken Oar Bar and Grill in Glen Burnie presents Richard Walton. Join them this Sunday from 3-5 p.m. Come early and eat then stay for the music. (Bands In Town)

From my notebook:

  • Today is "Go Fishing Day" and "National Splurge Day." These two holidays seem like they go hand in hand! Go out and enjoy! (Holidays and Observances)
  • Fishing is a sport that a lot of people partake in. If you are a die-hard fisherman, then you know all the ins and outs. If you're new to the sport, learning is part of the fun. Click the link to see if there is anything else you need to know. (Step Outside)
  • Will the fish bite today? Will dad love his Father's Day gift? Click the link to find out. (Horoscopes)

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