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Anne Arundel Decides Not To Reinstate Mask Mandate Despite COVID Spike
Anne Arundel County reached a decision on a potential mask mandate. COVID-19 infections are up again in Maryland.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Maryland: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in Maryland are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
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Anne Arundel School Board Weighing Mask Mandate During Outbreaks
Should a mask mandate return to Anne Arundel County schools? With cases rising, the Board of Education may require masks during outbreaks.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Chick And Ruth's Conquers Inflation, Shipping Delays Of Pandemic
Chick and Ruth's is battling inflation and shipping two years into the pandemic. The Annapolis deli has persevered and kept its family vibe.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Odenton-Severn, MD|News|
Crooked Crab Brewing Overcomes Pandemic, Plans Taproom Expansion
An Odenton brewery overcame the pandemic and is selling more beer than ever. What's next? The business plans to expand its taproom.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Mask Mandate To Be Lifted In Anne Arundel County Public Schools
A decision on the school mask mandate was made by the Anne Arundel County Board of Education. Do students still need to wear face coverings?
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Lifting School Mask Mandate Suggested By AACPS Superintendent
The Anne Arundel County superintendent suggested lifting the school mask mandate.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Anne Arundel To Lift Mask Mandate In County Government Buildings
Anne Arundel will soon lift its mask mandate in county government buildings. Maryland said it will do the same in state-operated facilities.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Anne Arundel COVID Vigil To Remember County's 1,000 Virus Deaths
Anne Arundel will hold a coronavirus vigil to remember the county's 1,000 COVID-19 deaths. The county passed the milestone this weekend.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
MD Mask Mandate In State Government Buildings Ends Next Week
Masks will no longer be required in state government buildings, Gov. Larry Hogan announced. The state office mask mandate ends next week.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Masks In MD Schools: Hogan Urges State Board To Lift Mandate
Should masks still be required in Maryland schools? Gov. Larry Hogan doesn't think so. He urged the state school board to lift its mandate.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Anne Arundel County Mask Mandate Expires, COVID Metrics Improve
Masks are no longer required in Anne Arundel County. COVID-19 metrics have improved greatly, but numbers are still higher than the summer.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Mask Mandate: Anne Arundel Court Declines Request To Lift Orders
The mask mandate will continue as planned in Anne Arundel County. A judge again denied a request to pause the face covering requirement.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
MD COVID-19 Hospitalizations Fall, Hogan Helps Medical Facilities
Maryland's COVID-19 hospitalizations fell by 1,100 in two weeks. Medical facilities are still struggling, so the governor took these steps.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
MD First Lady Tests Positive For COVID-19, Gov. Hogan Is Negative
Maryland first lady Yumi Hogan has tested positive for COVID-19. She is in isolation, and the governor is negative.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Anne Arundel Mask Mandate Upheld In Court, Officials Cheer Win
The Anne Arundel County mask mandate went to court. A judge decided whether the face covering requirement is legal. Here's the ruling.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Mask Mandate Broke State Law, Anne Arundel County Candidate Says
The Anne Arundel mask mandate broke state law, a county executive candidate alleged. He thinks the face covering issue may end up in court.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Anne Arundel COVID Mask Mandate Criticism Draws County Exec Reply
Critics of the Anne Arundel mask mandate have been vocal. The county executive responded to their concerns and questioned the GOP's motives.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Anne Arundel, MD|News|
Lista's Grill Closes As Owners Retire, Cite COVID-19 Volatility
A Pasadena eatery closed after 47 years in business. The owners retired, citing the pandemic-era volatility of the restaurant industry.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Polar Bear Plunge Postponed Until March Because Of COVID-19 Surge
The Polar Bear Plunge made some changes because of the COVID-19 surge. Here's what to know about the fundraiser at Sandy Point State Park.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
COVID-19 Mask Mandate Expires Then Resumes In Anne Arundel County
Anne Arundel lawmakers voted not to extend the mask mandate. The county's top doctor overturned them and reinstated the face-covering order.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Some Surgeries Delayed At Anne Arundel, Prince George's Hospitals
Some surgeries will be delayed in Anne Arundel and Prince George's counties. The news comes as the omicron variant floods local hospitals.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Annapolis Cancels NYE Parties, Says Fireworks Are Still On
Annapolis canceled its New Year's Eve parties as the omicron variant surges in Anne Arundel County. The two fireworks displays are still on.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
AACPS Says Bring Devices Home In Case Of ‘Remote Work’: Report
AACPS told teachers to bring their devices home daily in case they need to do "remote work," Anne Arundel First Alert reported.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Apple Temporarily Closes Annapolis Store For COVID: Bloomberg
Apple will temporarily close its store in the Westfield Annapolis mall, Bloomberg reported. The shutdown comes as company COVID cases spike.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Small Business Saturday Will Be Crucial For Anne Arundel Shops
Anne Arundel leaders urged residents to shop local on Small Business Saturday. The holidays will be critical for rebounding establishments.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Annapolis Shelter Awarded For Serving Domestic Violence Survivors
An Annapolis shelter was recently named a hometown hero for its service to domestic violence survivors during the coronavirus pandemic.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Petition For Homecoming Dances Nears Goal In Anne Arundel County
A petition to allow homecoming dances is nearing its goal in Anne Arundel County. School officials previously postponed the celebrations.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Homecoming Events Return, But Dances Postponed In Anne Arundel
Anne Arundel postponed its homecoming dances but permitted other spirit week events. The school system hopes to host the dances later.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Eastport Tug Of War Canceled, Leaders Worry About Coronavirus
The annual Spa Creek tug of war is canceled because of coronavirus. This is the second straight year that the Eastport event was canceled.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|Press Release|
School Starts, Students Resume Fully In-Person Classes: AACPS
The school year starts Wednesday in Anne Arundel County. Virtual learning is behind us, and full classrooms are back.
Bowie, MD|News|
Virtual Classes Offered In Prince George's As Delta Variant Rises
Online classes are still possible for some Prince George's County students. The school system reopened applications for virtual instruction.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Odenton-Severn, MD|News|
BWI's Most Common Prohibited Items Found Often As Travel Resumes
BWI security said it's finding more prohibited items as travelers start to fly again. TSA noted these are some of the common culprits.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
How MD Ranks In COVID-19 Hospitalizations As Delta Variant Surges
Is Maryland among those managing a surge in coronavirus hospitalizations? Or is it collapsing beneath the weight? A new ranking weighs in.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
AACPS Requires Masks For All Regardless Of Vaccination Status
Masks will be required in Anne Arundel County Public Schools this fall. The rule applies to everybody regardless of vaccination status.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
AACPS Undecided On Masks For Fall Classes: Reports
To mask or not to mask? The Anne Arundel County school board hasn't decided whether face coverings will be required this fall, reports said.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Movie Theater Closes In Annapolis Harbour Center: Report
The Annapolis Harbour Center movie theater closed last weekend, Capital Gazette reported. The Annapolis mall location is still open.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Perry Hall, MD|News|
Storyville Reopens In Rosedale
An attraction for children at Baltimore County Public Library in Rosedale is back open after a lengthy closure.
Elizabeth Janney, Patch Staff
Owings Mills-Reisterstown, MD|News|
Storyville Reopens In Woodlawn
An attraction for children at Baltimore County Public Library in Woodlawn is back open after a lengthy closure.
Elizabeth Janney, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
5 Senior Centers Reopen In Prince George's, Plan Summer Events
Five senior centers will reopen in Prince George's County. The facilities announced summertime events now that restrictions are lifted.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
National Harbor Hosts First Large Convention Since Pandemic Onset
National Harbor will host its first large convention since the pandemic started. The event will bring nearly $1 million to the county.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
