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🌱 Smithsburg Shooting + Ransom & Murder + Storms & Tornadoes

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 all. I'm back with your fresh edition of the Glen Burnie Daily, fresh off the presses. Here are all the things you need to know about what's happening in the community today...

First, today's weather:

Sun mixing with clouds; nice. High: 81 Low: 64.

Here are the top stories today in Glen Burnie:

  1. A shooting took place in Smithsburg yesterday around 2:30 p.m. The shooter went into a business and shot four people. Three people succumbed to their injuries; one person is in critical condition. A state trooper was able to take down the shooter. (WMAR2)
  2. A man has been arrested in connection to a murder and arson in Baltimore back in May. Ziyon Thompson, 21, is charged with the death of 35-year-old Miguel Soto-Diaz, of California. Soto-Diaz is a drug dealer from California that was held for ransom before being shot and set on fire. (WBAL11)
  3. Storms tore through Maryland on Wednesday, June 8. Many areas flooded and experienced high winds. Two tornadoes possibly touched down, one in St. Mary's County and the other in Howard County. (WTOP)

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Today in Glen Burnie:

  • Looking for something local and fun? The Rumor Reel in Pasadena is the place to be! Join them at 6 p.m. for a good time. (All Events)
  • Pride month is in full swing! And what better way to celebrate than with drag queens! Annapolis City Dock is hosting Queen on the Queen from 7:30-10 p.m. Be prepared to be entertained. (Drag Queen Entertainment)
  • Rams Head Dockside in Glen Burnie will be rocking out to One Step Down. The band will be playing from 8-11 p.m. Come early to enjoy dinner and stay for tunes! (All Events)

From my notebook:

  • Today is "Alcohol Anonymous Founders Day" and "Ball Point Pen Day." Please know that there is no shame in admitting you have a problem with alcohol, please get help when you need it. And never be afraid to ask for a pen when needed! (Holidays and Observations)
  • Knowing you have a problem is a step in the right direction. Asking for help takes a lot of courage! If you are struggling with alcohol addiction, please reach out and get the help you need. (A.A.)
  • The ball point pen! What an invention! If not for this little gem, we'd all still be writing with feather and ink.... Harry Potter style! Click on the link to read the history on this awesome tool. (Gold Spot)

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Events:

  • Wellness Together Walk-Along at The Mall in Columbia (June 15)
  • Medicare Education Webinar (June 16)
  • CRAFTS GALORE! Events (the series continues...) (June 18)
  • Hire A Pro to Clean Up the Yard for Dad (June 19)
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For sale:

  • The Barn at Chapel Rd Perry Hall Estate Sale, Saturday-Sunday, June 11-12, 9 a.m. (Details)
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Job listings:

Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new update.

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