🌱 BWI Plane Noise + Delegate Arrested + Armed Robberies + Car Theft

Good morning, friends! It's me, Michele, your host of the Daily. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town...

First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 91 Low: 76.

Here are the top stories in Glen Burnie today:

1. Residents in the Lothian area want to revisit a mining industry that was approved more than 50 years ago. The waste disposal brings in 50 - 100 trucks daily down the 2-lane road. The residents contest that it is a health hazard. (The Chesapeake Bay Journal)
2. Homes near BWI airport may receive money to help shield their homes from the airplane noise. The loud jets going overhead have been a problem and the surrounding neighbors have complained for many years. $4 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Airport Improvement Program will be split between 220 homes surrounding the area. (Glen Burnie Patch)
3. The State of Maryland has charged Richard K. Impallaria, Maryland state delegate representing District 7, with multiple counts of misconduct in office, theft and embezzlement. He is charged with having the General Assembly pay rent for an office that did not exist. Also, there are invoices that were sent to pay for furniture for the non-existent office. (The Bay Net)
4. A Brooklyn Park hotel was the scene of an armed robbery. On Tuesday, July 26 at 2:15 p.m. a guest at the Park Plaza Motel was forced into his bathroom, tied up and robbed. Police are asking for any information about this case. (News Break)
5. Police press release for July 27 show several issues around the area the past couple of days. Police responded to several armed robberies, carjackings and drugs. Anyone with any information regarding these cases, please contact the police. (Anne Arundel County)

Today in Glen Burnie:

• The Glen Burnie Library presents "Baby Sharks Should Care for Their Teeth." This event will be presented by the Anne Arundel County Health Department. This is wise information for anyone to listen to. Join them this Friday, July 29 from 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. (Library/Glen Burnie)
• Red Betty and the Ruckus are playing at the Crofton Country Club. Join them on Friday, July 29 from 6 - 10 p.m. Sit back, relax and enjoy good music. (All Events)
• Marley United Methodist Church is having movie night on Friday, July 29 at 6:30 p.m. The movie of choice is "Encanto." This is a free event for all to enjoy! (Marley UMC)
• The Maryland Live Casino presents the legendary Smokey Robinson! This living legend will be performing Friday, July 29 at 9 p.m. The doors open at 6:30 p.m., so come early to sit back and relax before the show. (Maryland Live Casino)

From my notebook:

• Today is "National Waterpark Day" and "National Moth Week." It has been quite hot out lately and a waterpark would certainly feel very refreshing! Moths do not really get the appreciation they deserve! Have you seen them up close? They are quite the beauty to behold! (Holidays and Observations)
• Need to cool off from the July heat? What do you do if you don't have a pool in your backyard, or belong to a pool and you really do not feel like driving to Ocean City? Well, you can drive a short distance to Chesapeake Beach and enjoy their waterpark! Get in the car and go have fun! (Chesapeake Beach)
• Fun fact, there are 427 different types of moths in Maryland! They range from very small to quite large and come in a range of colors. Click on the link to look at these beautiful creatures! (Butterfly ID)

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