Community Corner
🌱 Mail Carrier Brawl + Homes Shot + SNAP Increase + No Mask Mandate
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Glen Burnie.
Hello, friends. Happy first day of June! It's Wednesday in Glen Burnie and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in town.
First, today's weather:
Humid with periods of sun. High: 92 Low: 70.
Here are the top stories today in Glen Burnie:
- Oh dear! Seems like the mail may be delayed in Rugby Road at Homeland Road, Sunset Beach area. Only one person was detained after a fight broke out between two mail carriers. (Facebook)
- Around 4 a.m. on Sunday, May 29, three suspects got into an argument with a homeowner on Longtowne Court in Glen Burnie. Threats were made that they would return to do harm. At least 20 rounds were fired into a couple of homes before fleeing the scene. Other than the suspects being strangers, nothing else is known. (Daily Voice)
- The Anne Arundel Police press release shows quite a bit of activity over the last few days. Several weapons offenses and shootings. Not all of these crimes ended with an arrest. If anyone has any information, please contact the police. (Anne Arundel County)
- SNAP benefits are being increased in order to keep the youth of Anne Arundel County fed over the summer. The increase will go into effect for the months of June, July, August and December. More families have signed up for this benefit during the pandemic. (News Break)
- A Maryland woman brought home more than just a few trinkets from her trip to Asia. In fact, she brought home approximately $500,000 worth of counterfeit designer clothing. Since she has not been formally charged yet, her name has not been released. (News Break)
- County Executive Steuart Pittman has stated that there will not be a "Mask Order" made in Anne Arundel County. Even with the rise of COVID-19 cases, Pittman does not have any intention of reinstating the mask restriction. This will only happen if hospitals become overwhelmed with COVID-19 cases and that has not happened. (Newsbreak)
Today in Glen Burnie:
- Brian Boru Restaurant in Severna Park is hosting a fundraiser today. This will benefit St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Come in for lunch or dinner from noon- 9 p.m. to help a good cause. (St. Johns)
- A pop-up library on Lake Waterford on a gorgeous summer day? Yes, please and thank you! This cute little event will happen today from 3-4:30 p.m. (Anne Arundel County Public Library)
- One Step Down will be playing tonight at Rams Head Dockside in Glen Burnie. The show will be from 5-8 p.m. Come early for food and drinks, stay late for the music. (Happening Next)
- Sidelines in Glen Burnie is welcoming back artist Katie Dietrich. Tonight's creation is flip flops themed. Join them from 6:30-9 p.m. and create something unique. (UNation)
- Dragapella! This unique beauty shop quartet will be playing at Rams Head On Stage in Annapolis tonight. The "girls" will entertain you from 8-10 p.m. (Annapolis Pride)
From my notebook:
- Today is "Oscar The Grouch Day" and "Say Something Nice Day." Well, these two holidays seem very different from each other. But, I'm sure if you say something nice to Oscar, maybe he won't be grouchy! Click to see what other wacky holidays are today. (Holidays and Observations)
- Did you know that Jim Henson and the University of Maryland are joined together? "In January 2005, the Jane Henson Foundation and The Jim Henson Legacy generously donated videos and funding to support the creation of what is now known as The Jim Henson Works at the University of Maryland." (Muppet)
- New month and new beginnings. Check out what the universe has in store for you! (News 18)
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Events:
- 7th Annual No One Can Survive Alone Fundraiser Concert for Bald Ballerina (June 5)
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Thanks for following along and staying informed! See you tomorrow morning for your next update.
