Meanwhile in Pennsylvania (MIP), a popular Facebook page that provides humor, nostalgia, and hometown pride for nearly 378,000 followers with Pennsylvania ties, has poked fun at our very own Ocean City, MD– referring to it as having “the perfect Walmart-meets-oceanfront vibe.”
Governor Wes Moore has filed an appeal after President Trump denied Maryland’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration for the May 2025 floods in Western Maryland, citing newly validated damages of $33.7 million, nearly triple the federal threshold for assistance. (more…)
A new study by eLearning Industry ranked Maryland as the fourth-most racially diverse state for classrooms in the United States. (more…)
In April, Biz Journals reported that Unibal-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) had defaulted on a roughly $235 million securitized loan tied to Westfield Wheaton, the largest mall in suburban Maryland (DC Region) and the fourth largest in the Greater Washington area. The mall was originally built in 1958 and was known as Wheaton Plaza, the first shopping mall in Montgomery County. (more…)
With 82% of Americans returning from a summer trip, the personal-finance company WalletHub today released its report on 2025’s Most Fun States in America, with Maryland coming in ranked 19th overall.
7-Eleven at 1319 Fenwick Lane in Silver Spring will permanently close on Wednesday, August 20, according to a report by Source of the Spring. The store is located on the lower level of the Arrive Silver Spring apartment complex.
Governor Wes Moore announced that applications for the $7 million Build Our Future grant program will reopen on August 25, offering up to $2 million in matching grants for infrastructure projects that advance Maryland’s strategic technology and innovation sectors.
Donatos Pizza is set for a significant expansion in the Mid-Atlantic, with plans to open more than 20 traditional and non-traditional locations across the Maryland and Virginia region over the next 2-3 years, according to QSR Magazine.
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown joined 21 other attorneys general in a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s requirement that states support federal immigration enforcement efforts in order to access Victims of Crime Act grant funding. (more…)
Maryland, with its rich history, diverse landscapes, and strong economy, offers a wide range of living options that appeal to everyone from young professionals to growing families and retirees. From the scenic coastal towns to the bustling suburbs of the DC metro area, the state provides a unique blend of urban excitement and natural beauty. This article, based on U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-2026 analysis, explores the top 15 places to live in Maryland, examining the factors that make each of these communities stand out.
With Women’s Equality Day around the corner and the U.S. ranking as only the 42nd best country for gender equality, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on the Best & Worst States for Women’s Equality in 2025, with Maryland coming in ranked 3rd overall in the country.