Severn Gets Rezoned and Local Kids Go for a World Record

As we prepare for the upcoming days and all the news that lies ahead, let’s take a look back at the week that was.

In a county council meeting that came to an end just a few minutes shy of midnight, legislators in Annapolis discussed 53 different applications in analyzing the current . As part of a process that takes place every ten years within the county, only 10 of the 53 will affect Severn.

The details of the changes won’t be voted on until later, but over 50 residents came to the meeting to give their thoughts on the matter.

I smell a leak

Workers and shoppers near Arundel Mills Mall had a Tuesday morning when a propane tank began to leak on a nearby construction site. Firefighters were forced to clear the area within a half-mile, causing Costco gas stations to close for more than two hours.

The event came less than a week after Old Mill had a .

Jumpin’ Jack flash

The students of the Meade Village Boys and Girls Club participated in a countywide effort to break the Guinness World Record for executed simultaneously.

Unfortunately, due to planning obligations, the younger children from ages 5-12 were unable to travel to officially participate. However, that didn’t stop the little jumpers from have a great time together.

Mascot Bracket

My March Madness is a failure. Let’s move on.

Handicap Tag Shake Down

Police announced they would be cracking down on those who abuse handicap tags in a new effort called  

Many violators use family members’ tags or expired notices said Justin Mulcahy, a spokesman for the Anne Arundel County Police Department. Parking in a handicap spot carries a fine of up to $500.