New estimates from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show that federal employment in Maryland declined by an estimated 10,300 jobs in October and November 2025 combined, contributing to a total loss of about 24,900 federal positions in the state since January, while private sector employment fell by 4,400 jobs over the same two months.
Ledo Pizza announced the passing of its former president and co-founder, Thelma W. Beall, who died last week at the age of 101.
Maryland’s crab cake reputation stretches from the Eastern Shore to Baltimore, Annapolis, and beyond. National publication Mashed recently released a list highlighting standout crab cake destinations across the state, based on personal visits, frequent mentions on food forums, customer reviews, and recognition from area publications.
Permanent signage is now up at Wayfair’s upcoming outlet store at Arundel Mills in Hanover, MD, where the company is preparing to open in early 2026. The location is also actively hiring. (more…)
Maryland’s six casinos generated $159.8 million in slot machine and table game revenue in December 2025, down 2.6% from December 2024, with $67.9 million contributed to the state, including $49.0 million for the Education Trust Fund.
A Centreville, MD resident won $640,000 in the December 22 Multi-Match drawing with a ticket purchased at the Royal Farms at 105 Clay Drive in Queenstown. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: (more…)
Maryland has officially launched a fully rebuilt Maryland.gov, unveiling what state leaders are calling a new “digital front door” designed to make it easier for residents to access government benefits, services, and information.
Greater Washington’s drunk driving prevention program SoberRide, operated by the Washington Regional Alcohol Program, surpassed 100,000 total rides provided during the New Year’s holiday, with 1,446 people using the free service between late December 31 and early January 1.
Maryland Secretary of Health Dr. Meena Seshamani issued a statement reaffirming the state’s commitment to childhood immunizations and the existing vaccine schedule, emphasizing that it will continue to be guided by established medical science and national pediatric standards.
The State of Maryland, under Wes Moore, has reached economic agreements with most public sector employee unions, establishing compensation and benefit terms following months of negotiations.
Barbarian Comics (11242 Triangle Ln. Wheaton, MD) has built one of the longest-running and most enduring legacies in Montgomery County, evolving alongside the comic book industry while remaining a constant presence in the Wheaton community for more than five decades (photos below).