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🌱 Extreme Heat Wave + Marijuana Plants Found + Attempted Robbery

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Posted Thu, Jul 21, 2022 at 6:22 pm ET|Updated Thu, Jul 21, 2022 at 6:32 pm ET

Hi all. It's me, Michele, your host of the Glen Burnie Daily. Here's all the community news you need to know right now.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 95 Low: 75.

Here are the top stories in Glen Burnie today:

Vision Technologies headquarters sold their building to Faropoint. The purchase cost $10 million for this fully renovated building. A large portion of the building already has tenants to lease. (Commercial Observer)
Cameron Goins, 30, of Glen Burnie has been arrested in connection to a "controlled dangerous substance" being in his apartment. Police were at his apartment to serve a warrant when they saw a firearm and marijuana plants. They were able to obtain a search warrant and then made the arrest. (Shore News Network)
Extreme heat has hit Maryland. The last several days temperatures have been in the mid-90's. Most of Maryland could see temperatures rise close to 100 degrees this weekend. (WBFF)
The American Food Mart and gas station in Glen Burnie was the scene of an attempted burglary. The suspect entered the store demanding tobacco products when the victim recognized him as a suspect of another store robbery and denied service. The suspect threatened the employee but then fled the scene. (Shore News Network)

Today in Glen Burnie:

I'm sure at least one fisherman has told the tale of "the fish that got away!" Join West Marine this Saturday, July 23 and you won't have to tell tall tales anymore! They will instruct you on how to be a better fisherman from 10 a.m. - noon. (Event Brite)
North Glen Community Church is having a "Pop-Up Pantry" this Saturday, July 23. They will be open from 10:30 a.m. - noon. "Stop by for free groceries, produce, personal hygiene products, and diapers." (All Events)
Maryland Glass Creations is making a sunflower garden stake this Saturday, July 23. Join them from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. for this beginner's class. The class is open for ages 10 and older. (All Events)
Rams Head Dock Side in Glen Burnie is hosting Frank Florence this Saturday, July 23. Come early to have lunch or stay late to have dinner, either way stay and enjoy the music. Frank will be playing from 1 - 4 p.m. (MD Party)

From my notebook:

Today is "National Hammock Day" and "Summer Leisure Day." Sounds like win-win holidays to me! Sit back and relax and enjoy the weather. (Holidays and Observations)
The weather in Maryland is hot, just HOT! And not everyone has air conditioning in their homes to cool down. If you need relief from the heat, there are places to go. Click on the link to get more information on how to beat the heat. (AA County)
Heat stroke and exhaustion can be deadly! Drink plenty of water, wear loose clothing and stay in the shade as much as possible. Click on the link to know the signs of heat-related illnesses. (CDC)
Animals are just as inclined to suffer from the heat as humans are. Keep your companions comfortable by giving them fresh water and keeping them out of the sun. If you notice your animal not acting themselves, please get them to a vet. Click on the link to see signs of heat illness in your animal. (RVC)

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