Federal layoffs pose workforce threats beyond Prince George’s, Montgomery counties
As the Trump administration continues slicing the federal workforce and laying off probational employees in large numbers, much of the conversation on how it impacts Maryland can center around the populous counties that lie just outside of the District of Columbia – Prince George’s County and Montgomery County. But relative to population size, you’re actually […]
What Happens When Income Inequality Goes Haywire? By Maria Grant
In last Friday’s Wall Street Journal Mansion section, there’s a story about Trump’s appointee for Undersecretary of State for Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jacob Halberg, who is listing his Miami Beach mansion for $65 million. It’s 15,000 square feet, has an aquarium so big it requires a scuba diver to maintain it, and looks […]
Serendipity and Great Timing
The stars must have aligned this winter. The Akridge Group, a Washington D.C. based real estate and development company reached out to Jan Kirsh last fall to commission three pieces of oversized, outdoor sculpture for ‘The Stacks’, an exciting 7 acre mixed use complex. ‘The ‘Stacks’ is part of a fabulous new SW neighborhood dramatically located on Buzzard’s […]
Phil By Jamie Kirkpatrick
Last month, America’s most famous rodent, Phil, emerged from his den, turned around, and went right back to bed. I think I know how he felt. I want to go back to bed, too. Not for a few weeks, mind you, but for the next three-plus years. Phil lives up on Gobbler’s Knob, near Punxsutawney […]
Sensitivity session by Katherine Emery General
In 1970, my Dad, still City Attorney for Casper, Wyoming, had formed a new law firm with a law school friend and fellow veteran, John Dobos. The third partner to join the firm was former prosecuting attorney for Fremont County, Wyoming, Gerry Spence. Gerry Spence became known for winning some very high profile cases. He […]
Leaders of Londonderry on the Tred Avon named “Women to Watch” by Baltimore Magazine
The female leaders at Londonderry on the Tred Avon were named “Women to Watch” by Baltimore Magazine in its February issue. Baltimore Magazine recognized the female members of Londonderry’sleadership team for their visionary leadership and commitment to creating a vibrant, hospitality-focused culture on campus where residents and team members thrive. Recognized leaders include: Christine Harrington, […]
The Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival returns to CBMM on April 12-13
The region’s unique artistic style will take the spotlight when the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum hosts the Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival on April 12-13. Now in its 15th year, the popular celebration of all things sea glass offers fun for the whole family with fantastic shopping, great food and drinks, live music on two […]
2025 YMCA summer camp registration is open!
Registration for 2025 YMCA of the Chesapeake youth summer camps is now open. “Our summer camps are designed to give kids a place where they can explore new interests, make friends, and grow in confidence,” said Robbie Gill, CEO of YMCA of the Chesapeake. “Whether they’re trying a sport for the first time, diving into creative […]
Steven J. Schupak named Maryland Public Television’s next president and chief executive officer
Maryland Public Television (MPT) today announced that Steven J. Schupak, MPT’s current executive vice president and station manager, will become the sixth president and chief executive officer of the 55-year-old statewide TV network on July 1, succeeding retiring CEO Larry D. Unger. Schupak’s selection by MPT’s governing body, the Maryland Public Broadcasting Commission, came after a nationwide […]