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🌱 Teen Robbed + Knives Thrown + Correction Officer Arrest + Shooting

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

Michele Stromberg, Neighbor
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Hello, friends! It's me, Michele, your host of the Daily. Let's get this day started off right, with a quick review of the most important things happening in town.

First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 85 Low: 71.

Here are the top stories in Glen Burnie today:

  1. The suspect, 31-year-old Christopher M. Rodgers of Glen Burnie, has been arrested for throwing knives at a woman. Rodgers and a woman were having an argument on Monday, July 4 at about 6 a.m. when the knives were thrown. No one was harmed, but the knives were imbedded in the wall. (Glen Burnie Patch)
  2. Mead Village Road in Severn was the scene of a shooting yesterday. Around 1:30 p.m. police were dispatched to the area and found a man with a gunshot wound. The victim was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Anyone with any information is encouraged to call the police. (News Break)
  3. Teenagers walking along Nabbs Creek Road in Glen Burnie on Wednesday, July 6 were robbed at gunpoint. The incident happened around 3:30 a.m. but wasn't reported until 5:40 a.m. that morning. One of the teens was hit on the head and had some of his possessions taken from him. Please call the police if you have any information. (Shore News Network)
  4. A corrections officer is in custody after a sexual encounter with an inmate. On June 16, an investigation was launched when allegations of sexual abuse were brought to light. Corrections Officer Tajudeen Olarotimi Durodoye was charged on July 7. (News Break)

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Today in Glen Burnie:

  • The 3rd Annual JNT Cup is this weekend. Starting Saturday, July 9 at 9 a.m. through Sunday, July 10 at 8 p.m., Brews and Cues on the Boulevard is hosting this event. Click to get more details. (All Events)
  • There is a "Grand Opening" in Glen Burnie on Saturday, July 9. Join the Perfect Office from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Enjoy some food and drink and get to know other like-minded people! (Event Brite)
  • If you can't eat the crabs, then you may as well step on one! Wait, what? Make your very own crab stepping stone this Saturday, July 9. The class is from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at a cost of $35 per person. (MD Glass Creations)
  • The Beach Bar in Glen Burnie is hosting a floral arrangement class this Saturday, July 9 from 1-3 p.m. "Summer Blooms" class is being taught by Meg from "Somethings Blooming" in Annapolis. She will give you step by step instructions. (Event Brite)

From my notebook:

  • Today is "Coca-Cola Day" and "National Freezer Pop Day." Nothing better than an ice cold Coke and a freezing popsicle to help cool you off. Sit back, relax and enjoy! (Holidays and Observations)
  • Coca-Cola has been a Maryland tradition for many years. The company has several locations throughout the state. One of those locations is in Hanover, Maryland. Click on the link to get more information. (Coca-Cola)
  • Who doesn't love a "Freakin' Good Pops?" Cumberstone Ice Pops are made by an Annapolis couple who use locally grown fruits and berries. Click on the link to get more information to help cool you off. (Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

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