🌱 Cockfighting Conviction + Bankrupt Business: Bel Air News

Hello and happy Friday! I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through the most important things happening in Bel Air. Here we go...

First, today's weather:

Humid with a heavy t-storm. High: 73 Low: 63.

Here are the top stories in Bel Air today:

1. Baltimore County man convicted of running cockfighting ring in Harford County (Fox Baltimore)
2. Two School Buses Involved In Route 7 Crash: Harford County Sheriff (Patch)
3. Logos Inc., owner of Bel Air restaurant 510 Johnnys, files for bankruptcy (The Business Journals)
4. Harford County Council finalizes budget for the 2023 fiscal year (Baltimore Sun)
5. Bel Air Petition Gets 1,051 Signatures For Referendum; Town Rejects It (Patch)

Today in Bel Air:

• Friday Sunset Canoe - Harford County Parks and Recreations (6:30 PM)
• Class of 2022 Senior Prom - Bel Air High School (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Harford County Sheriff's Office: "In October of 2021, we released the charging and arrest of suspect, Jose Luis Lopez-Villalba, age 41, with several offenses related to Animal Cruelty, including abuse and neglect of an animal, attending cockfighting, possessing implement..." (Facebook)
• Harford Community College: "The stage is set and we're ready to honor Harford's Class of 2022. We're excited to share this celebration with all of you. Congratulate our graduates and celebrate with us; they’ve accomplished so much. Don't miss a moment. Both ceremon..." (Facebook)
• Harford County Government: "County Executive Barry Glassman today signed #Harford’s budget for FY23, his last budget due to term limits. The budget includes the largest property tax cut in county history while also fully funding the school board’s operating budget ..." (Facebook)
• Harford County Public Schools: "HCPS student, Grace Callwood, is making a difference in our community! Families at Hall's Cross Roads Elementary will get a chance to explore the Threads of Hope Clothing Closet, Grace's vision come true, after the ribbon cutting May 26!..." (Facebook)
• Harford County Government: "Explore the natural beauty of Harford County streams this summer by taking selfies at your favorite locations and winning prizes in the Harford Streams Summer Adventure. This award-winning program raises awareness and support for protect..." (Facebook)
• Susquehannock Wildlife Society: "We always advocate for leaving wildlife in the wild and if you really want a pet turtle, do your research, and buy from a reputable captive breeder or adopt a turtle from a rescue group like the Mid-Atlantic Turtle and Tortoise Society, ..." (Facebook)
• Harford County Public Schools: "Check out the excitement at George D. Lisby Elementary School at Hillsdale earlier this week when staff and students learned their school was named the May 2022 Family Friendly School Award winner! 🤩" (Facebook)
• Ring Factory Elementary School: "Special Message from the MD SPCA: You're pawsome! Thank you for supporting the MD SPCA's 9th annual Kindness for Paws Art Show. Our K-12 student artists raised over $8,000 to support the MD SPCA. Thank you to the amazing student artists!..." (Facebook)
• Harford County Government: "Come out to check out our Fourth Fridays at The Grove. Visit the new playground and walk the new trails after shopping our vendors." (Facebook)
• Harford County Public Schools: "Registration for HCPS Stars of Summer has been extended!! Don't miss your chance to sign up for any remaining seats. Registration will close Tuesday, May 31 at 8:00 a.m.!! Stars of Summer is an online learning program designed for HCPS s..." (Facebook)
  Harford County Department of Emergency Services: "CarFit and Car Seat Safety Check Event on Wednesday, June 15th from 12:00 pm to 4:30 pm. See below for more information. Registration is required by calling 1-800-515-0044." (Facebook)

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

— Elizabeth Janney

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