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Oh, Sheetz! There’s a new place to fuel up near BWI airport
Score a free gas station coffee on Thursday when Sheetz opens its first Anne Arundel County location just about a five-minute drive from BWI.
Altoona-based gas station and convenience store Sheetz opens its first Anne Arundel County location Thursday. Photo courtesy of Sheetz.
7 Things to do in Baltimore County, from the Lavender Festival to a Juneteenth talk at the library
Events in Baltimore County this week, featuring the Lavender Festival, live music and a conversation about Juneteenth.
The Morgan State Marching babnd was invited to the White House as part of the Juneteenth Day Celebration June 13, 2023.  The Bansd performed a BATTLE OF THE BANDS with Tennessee St. on the South Lawn of the White House.
The Dish: Through love and loss, a new Costas Inn opens its doors
After Costas Triantafilos’ sudden death, his family powered through their heartbreak to see his dream come to life. Now, a new branch of Costas Inn is open at the Maryland State Fairgrounds.
Siblings Pete Triantafilos and Christine Lambros-Shifflett stand below a portrait of their late father, Costas Triantafilos, that hangs in the new Costas Inn at the Maryland State Fairgrounds.
Fireworks and drone show planned for Baltimore’s Fourth of July celebration
Fourth of July in Baltimore to feature fireworks and drone show in the Inner Harbor.
Fireworks for the Fourth of July are seen from Federal Hill Park on Thursday, July 4, 2024 in Baltimore, MD.
Sly Stone, leader of funk revolutionaries Sly and the Family Stone, dies at 82
Sly Stone, leader of the revolutionary Sly and the Family Stone, dies at 82.
Sylvester "Sly" Stone of Sly and the Family Stone appears in April 1972.
How to celebrate Pride in Maryland as Baltimore marks 50 years
There are tons of Pride events in June, including parades, festivals, brunches and block parties.
More than 150,000 people attended Pride Week events in Baltimore last year.
Elementary school ‘graduation’ isn’t a big deal. So why am I crying?
Call it a graduation or a promotion: My baby is going to be a middle schooler. Cue the sad songs.
Leslie Gray Streeter and her son, Brooks, in 2019 at the Capitol Reef National Park in Utah.
Labubus are invading Maryland. What to know about the cute, creepy little monsters.
Labubus, a plush toy by the Chinese collectible company Pop Mart, have started popping up everywhere. Here’s what’s behind the craze.
Labubus, a plush toy by the Chinese collectible company Pop Mart, have grown in popularity since their launch in 2019.
McDonald’s is bringing back a fan favorite next month that was discontinued years ago
If McDonald’s ever doubted it needed to bring back the Snack Wrap, consider this: Nine years after the fast-food powerhouse discontinued the item in the U.S., customers have continued to order it at drive-thrus.
FILE - The McDonald's restaurant logo and golden arch is lit up, April 20, 2006, in Chicago. On Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, a federal judge in New York dismissed a lawsuit that accused McDonald’s and Wendy’s of misleading consumers with ads that show bigger, juicier burgers than their restaurants actually serve. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)
With volunteer Jack Arnold’s death, Creative Alliance lost its biggest fan
Friends and family remember Jack Arnold, the former Creative Alliance volunteer who died in late May at age 86 due to complications related to COPD.
Jack Arnold in his Catonsville assisted living facility in August 2024.
Wu-Tang brings the ruckus and gives shoutout to superfan Mayor Brandon Scott as crowd goes wild in Baltimore
Follow along with The Baltimore Banner’s live blog for real-time updates, photos and behind-the-scenes moments from our reporters on the ground at Wu-Tang's kickoff of its final tour.
Method Man performs with the Wu-Tang Clan at CFG Arena in Baltimore on June 6, 2025. This is their very first stop on their tour. Crowds sang along and threw up the “W” with their hands during ACT 1, which included tracks such as “Protect Ya Neck”, “WTC Ain’t Nuthin to F*ck Wit”, and “Bring Da Ruckus”.
Ocean City has new rules for shade on the beach. Here’s what to know.
Effective immediately, most tents and some canopies are no longer allowed on the beach at Ocean City.
People go in the water and lounge under umbrellas at Ocean City Beach.
Where to get free doughnuts around Baltimore on National Doughnut Day, June 6
The first Friday in June marks a day for all those with sweet tooth: National Doughnut Day.
Local bakeries and national chains are offering deals for those with a sweet tooth on National Doughnut Day.
The old Hamilton Tavern ‘is DEAD.’ Check out the new Hamilton Spice.
Fans of Hamilton Tavern are not happy with Hamilton Spice, which has taken its place. But the building's owner says the new concept delivers what was promised.
Harford Road staple the Hamilton Tavern has reopened as Hamilton Spice, with a menu of Indian, Nepalese and American food.
Hip-hop trailblazer Dapper Dan Midas sets the stage for queer Baltimore talent
Dapper Dan Midas, who just released an EP about his love of WWE wrestling, helps kick off this summer’s “Baltimore by Baltimore” festival series and the city's Pride celebrations.
Dapper Dan Midas, a veteran of Baltimore’s hip-hop scene, is curating the kickoff of the “Baltimore by Baltimore” festival series.
Take that, Delaware: The orange crush is Maryland’s official state cocktail
Orange crush drinks are the official cocktail of Maryland. Take that, Delaware.
Different flavors of crushes at Wicked Sisters in Hampden.
7 things to do in Howard County, from a half-marathon for cancer research to OEC Pride
Seven things to do in Howard County, from a half-marathon for cancer research to Pride festivities.
Runners raised money for cancer research and patient care in the 2024 Maryland Half Marathon & 5K in Maple Lawn, an annual event that has contributed more than $6 million to date to the University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Sometimes your ego is your own worst enemy. Just ask Patti Lupone.
Tony winner and certified diva Patti Lupone has proven that an inflated belief in one’s own sassiness can undo years of goodwill. It’s a lesson we should all remember.
From left, Kecia Lewis at the Tony Awards in 2024, Patti LuPone at a film screening in New York in 2025 and Audra McDonald at the Tony Awards in 2024.
What to do in Baltimore this weekend, from a Hampden festival to a Beyoncé tribute
Whether you want to see a free concert at Canton Waterfront Park, support nonprofits at Hampden Highlights or drink sour beers at Max’s Taphouse, we’ve got you covered.
The Kennedy String Quartet will perform a tribute to Beyoncé by candlelight at the First Unitarian Church Baltimore on Friday night.
7 things to do in Annapolis: Paint Annapolis kicks off arts month
If you’ve noticed people standing around with easels and paintbrushes this week, you’ve captured the essence of Paint Annapolis.
Dueling Brushes, an open air competition that kicks off Paint Annapolis, took place Sunday. But arts will be out all week capturing the city.
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