🌱 Seasonal Jobs Scams + High School Basketball Games Schedule

Happy Tuesday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know to start today off on an informed note. Here's everything you need to know today in Glen Burnie.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 54, Low: 35.

Here are the top 3 stories in Glen Burnie today:

1. A labor shortage has led to millions of job openings, which means workers have more options. Companies like Amazon and UPS are on hiring sprees. Recently, both businesses announced they're hiring over 100,000 seasonal workers. And while sign-on bonuses or other incentives are becoming more common, they’re also being used as bait in many job scams. (Wmar2news)
2. It's the season for giving and Next Day Floors is helping families in need. They hosted a Toys for Tots event today at their store on East Ordinance Road in Glen Burnie. They collected toys, and of course, Santa Claus made an early appearance, so kids could take a picture with him. Bonnie Riddle of Next Day Floors talked about how important this is. "Believe it or not, I think COVID-19 has taught us one thing; we're all family. We have to take care of one another, no matter what. I mean, people, we've lost jobs; we've lost loved ones. If nothing else you want to continue to help one another through these hard times, I mean there's people out there that need." (wmar2news.com)
3. Wondering what's in store for high school teams from the Glen Burnie area? Patch and ScoreStream have partnered to bring you all of the week's upcoming games. Maryland and the Glen Burnie area are filled with high school rivalries and powerhouse teams that make for some great local matches. Among the local games coming up soon, the Glen Burnie High School Gophers are facing the Northeast High School Eagles on Friday, Dec 17. Fan attendance may still be limited at certain games due to the coronavirus pandemic, so it's important to check with the home school's guidance on admission and game time. (Glen Burnie Patch)

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Today in Glen Burnie:

• THE WIRE TOUR at Baltimore Visitor Center. (10 a.m.)
• North County Dual — Glen Burnie High School. (5 p.m.)
• Teen Art Club at Artsy Partsy. (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Northern Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce: "Welcome to returning member Chaps Pit Beef, Jamie Hall. Chaps Pit Beef is known for its famous pit beef sandwiches. Awarded 'Best in Baltimore' 24 years and running, and featured on the Food Network for Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives." (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Shetlands and Southgate: "Where to buy a used truck/van? I have been looking everywhere." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Harundale: "Looking for volunteers to help decorate for the kids Christmas party Tuesday, Dec 21. The party is Wednesday, Dec. 22. Margate community center. Will know more tomorrow." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Ferndale: "Is there a little free library anywhere near Ferndale? I have some books to donate." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Point Pleasant: "Looking for someone. If anyone knows a family in Millersville with the last name of Schriner, could you let me know? They dropped off letters in my Santa mailbox in Point Pleasant and I cannot read the boy's first name." (Nextdoor)

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Events:

• The Nutcracker Suite- Annapolis Christian School. (Dec. 18)
• Snoopy: Sidelines with Artist Katie Detrich! — Sidelines Sport Bar. (Dec. 21)
• Sunday School — Glen Burnie Baptist Church. (Dec. 26)
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That's it for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Debora Whitehead

About me: Debora Whitehead is a dedicated wife and homeschooling mom from Coram, NY. She has a bachelor's degree in Education and loves to teach and write. Her passion for the community reflects on her volunteering work at the "Mariposa Ministry, " a nonprofit family assistance program. One of her strongest believes is Jesus Christ and when she is not parenting, teaching or reading, she is writing. One of her favorites quotes is: " The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."- Eleanor Roosevelt.