Popular TV Anchor To Leave + No Baltimore Blonde + Chick-fil-A Opens: MD Business News

MARYLAND — One of the DMV's longtime esteemed broadcast journalists has announced his retirement. David Lucas will lead his last broadcast later this month, WJLA said.

Whether you need a beer, a cup of coffee or a chicken sandwich, you're in luck. Silver Branch Brewing Company will open another Montgomery County location, while Chick-fil-A welcomed its first eatery with a drive-thru in the Baltimore region.

The Screaming Bean coffee shop that opened this summer in Aberdeen not only offers coffee, tea and specialty drinks, but serves up baked goods and supports local nonprofits.

Read on for more Maryland business news.

Longtime WJLA TV Anchor Announces Retirement

David Lucas, one of the region's most highly regarded broadcast journalists, said he plans to retire as a news anchor for WJLA. His last broadcast will be on Nov. 22, according to the station.

Silver Branch Brewing Co. Crowdsourcing Expansion To Rockville

A Rockville-area location of Silver Branch Brewing Company is in the works. The brewery's newest location will be in the former True Respite Brewing Company site. Customers can be a part of the expansion project as the owners are crowdsourcing the firm's growth.

The Screaming Bean Coffee Shop Serves Up Beverages, Community Support

The Screaming Bean coffee shop officially opened in June in Harford County, serving soups, salads, wraps, breakfast sandwiches and waffles. The coffee shop also supports local nonprofits each month.

New Chick-Fil-A Opens In Towson, Will Support Food Banks

A Baltimore County restaurateur opened a new Chick-fil-A Tuesday in Towson. It is Towson's first Chick-fil-A with a drive-thru. Dine-in and carryout are also available.

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