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Rockville resident Joan Vassos found love with Chock Chapple on the first-ever season of “The Golden Bachelorette” — and taught us a few things along the way.
5 things we learned from Joan Vassos, Maryland’s ‘Golden Bachelorette’
The Golden Bachelorette found new, true love. Here are some lessons we learned from Rockville’s Joan Vassos.
The unapologetic Martha Stewart attends the premiere of her Netflix documentary “Martha.”
Powerful women are supposed to apologize, be humble. Martha Stewart says nah.
Martha Stewart is not sorry. And you’re going to have to deal with it.
The fictional Bartlet administration on "The West Wing" were a bit naive, a little too slick and not diverse enough. But for Leslie Gray Streeter, they're preferable to our current reality.
Rewatching ‘Scandal’ and ‘The West Wing’ hits a lot different post-election
After this election, the optimism in "The West Wing," "Parks and Recreation" and "Scandal" seems naive. The craziness feels a lot more plausible.
WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 06:  Supporters react as Democratic presidential nominee, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris concedes the election during a speech at Howard University on November 06, 2024 in Washington, DC. After a contentious campaign focused on key battleground states, the Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump was projected to secure the majority of electoral votes, giving him a second term as U.S. President. Republicans also secured control of the Senate for the first time in four years.
It’s not just the men who let us women down
Women were once asked to choose whether they felt safer with a man or a bear. After this election, I'd choose the bear over some women, too.
Supporters celebrate during Senator-elect Angela Alsobrooks' election night party.
I’m proud of Maryland. I’m scared for the country.
Maryland voted well in the election. The rest of y'all ... Hope it was worth it.
Drowning out the noise is its own form of self-care
I have been focusing on light subjects and avoiding serious topics as of late because the election makes me think it’s all going to be serious very soon.
Memories of being that most shameful of neighbors: The bad candy house.
The horror of being the bad Halloween candy house
Halloween is a time of spooky generous behavior — and shame if you give out the wrong candy to trick-or-treaters.
A still from a video posted on Instagram showing a fight between Ravens and Commanders fans earlier this month.
This Florida Man is a Ravens fan, but he doesn’t reflect us
Jack Callis — the Ravens fan and now Florida man — who attacked two Commanders supporters brings shame to both states despite not being representative of either.
Interest in canning as a food preservation method has increased over the last few years.
Combating food prices and health concerns, one jar of tomatoes at a time
Amid rising food costs and a bid to get healthier, I’ve developed an interest in canning. “It’s not rocket science,” said Becky Calvert, a Baltimore native and expert canner. Here’s how to get started.
Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Angela Alsobrooks poses with her cousin, Baltimore Banner columnist Leslie Streeter.
What it’s like when Cousin Angie becomes Senate candidate Angela Alsobrooks
Angela Alsobrooks could make history if she is elected Senator of Maryland. She also taught me the Electric Slide.
“The Golden Bachelorette” star Joan Vassos kisses suitor Chock Chapple, a front-runner for her heart.
Maryland’s ‘Golden Bachelorette’ on love, loss and starting over
Rockville’s “Golden Bachelorette” Joan Vassos on her journey on the ABC show, being in control this time, and holding onto her late husband’s love even as she moves forward.
Karin Miller, now 66, of Salisbury at her first race, a half marathon in chapel hill, NC in her 20s and last year in Salisbury at a 5k.
It doesn’t matter how old you are — if you run, you’re a runner
Older runners like me know we aren't at our physical peak. Who cares? I'm participating in the Baltimore Running Festival anyway.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 17: Democratic presidential nominee, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris answers questions during a moderated conversation with members of the National Association of Black Journalists hosted by WHYY September 17, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Harris returns to Philadelphia where she debated Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump, one week ago.  (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)
Kamala Harris is working around the mainstream media and it’s brilliant
Kamala Harris' recent media strategy of talk shows and podcasts spanning from Howard Stern to "Call Her Daddy" is enraging the usual suspects and engaging the people she needs.
It seems like the end of the world. Put down the phone, take a deep breath and focus on things you can control.
How to cope with the end of the world
It’s the (possible) end of the world as we know it, and we don’t feel fine. But we can control how we think, talk and breathe our way through it.
The debate between vice presidential candidates Sen. JD Vance, left, and Gov. Tim Walz, seemed more civil, at least on the surface.
The winner of the vice presidential debate? It’s complicated
Who came out on top in the debate between vice presidential candidates Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz was based on your expectations.
Baltimore Banner columnist Leslie Gray Streeter with her cat, Cass Streeter-Zervitz.
How a 22-pound, 8-year-old cat became our newest family member
We adopted a fluffy, mysterious senior kitty named Cass from BARCS. Maybe you should adopt one, too?
Janet Jackson is an icon. That doesn’t mean we have to support everything she says — especially when it’s wrong.
I’m a lifelong Janet Jackson fan and it’s OK to admit I think she messed up
Janet Jackson’s recent misstatements about Vice President Kamala Harris’ racial identity remind me that defending celebrities at all costs is a risky proposition.
Reed Diamond played Det. Mike Kellerman on Homicide: Life on the Street
‘Homicide’ actor talks ‘the greatest character I have had the opportunity’ to play
Reed Diamond, who played Detective Mike Kellerman, talks about his love of the show ‘Homicide,’ now streaming on Peacock, and of Baltimore itself.
Rockville’s Joan Vassos is the star of “The Golden Bachelorette.”
Six takeaways from the ‘Golden Bachelorette’ premiere and its Maryland star
Rockville’s Joan Vassos shines as ABC’s first “Golden Bachelorette.” Here are my thoughts from the premiere.
Vice President Kamala Harris' $800 Tiffany earrings caught the attention of some debate viewers.
Kamala Harris wore $800 Tiffany earrings for the debate. And?
Kamala Harris got some flack for wearing $800 earrings during the recent debate. Local women think people need to mind their own business.
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