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🌱 Gas Prices To Go Up + Man Held Without Bond + Bay Bridge Traffic
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Glen Burnie.
Good morning, Glen Burnie! Let's get you started this Saturday with everything you need to know going on today in town.
First, today's weather:
Variable clouds with a shower. High: 69 Low: 44.
Here are the top stories today in Glen Burnie:
- Michael Townes Jr. of Glen Burnie was arrested in connection to a robbery on April 11. During the bail review hearing on April 12, it was decided to hold Townes without bond. (News Break)
- Gas prices are set to go up this weekend. The gas tax holiday is set to expire on Saturday. Prices are expected to go up by 36 cents a gallon. (WJLA)
- Easter weekend traffic has started. The Bay Bridge is experiencing heavy traffic. Two-way traffic was opened up and then halted due to the 3.5-mile backup on Route 50. (A.A. First Alert/Facebook)
- Anne Arundel County Board of Education will hear presentations to recruit and retrain. This will help workforce diversity and wellness efforts. (Press Release Desk)
- Glen Burnie Gophers baseball teams winnings. With its latest win, the Gophers have a shot at the Johnson & Johnson title. (Varsity Sports Network)
Today in Glen Burnie:
- The Grand Ballroom in Glen Burnie is hosting a Focus Point today from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. It is focusing on getting back to basics on a wide variety of subjects. (Event Brite)
- MD Glass Creations wants to teach you how to make a crab pillow. This is a beginner's sewing class, no need to be nervous! The class is from noon - 4 p.m. (Happening Next)
- The American Legion Post #40 is having a shrimp feast. This event is open to the public. There will be music, more food, drinks and raffle tickets. The fun is from 5 - 9 p.m. (Happening Next)
- Everyone needs a good laugh. Get your laugh on at the Maryland Live Casino to see Jo Koy. He will take the stage at 7 p.m. (Maryland Live Casino)
From my notebook:
- Most people consider their pets part of the family. And as part of the family, we want them to be happy, safe and healthy. Here are ways to stay safe while we celebrate Easter with our family, animals and friends. (American Humane)
- Not everyone celebrates Easter and that is okay! There are a lot of things to keep you busy this holiday weekend that don't include large rabbits with baskets. Going to the park, taking in a movie, going out to eat or starting your own tradition are just a few things to do. (Make It Grateful)
- Have you ever wondered what exactly is Easter? Not everyone was brought up learning the Christian reason for Easter, so what's all the commotion about? How did the bunny, baskets and dying eggs become a tradition? So many questions! Click on the link to get the answers. (History)
- What can you expect for the upcoming week? Money, love, job? Click to find out. (Astrology)
- Today is "Day of the Mushroom" and "National Librarian Day." There is a day for everything! (Holidays and Observances)
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