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Drew Pumphrey of The Smoking Swine food truck died in February.
L. Drew Pumphrey, former owner of The Smoking Swine, was quick to lend a hand
L. Drew Pumphrey, the larger-than-life pit master who eventually left his business behind to pursue a quieter career as a civil engineer, died of a heart attack on Feb. 4. He was 48.
Cross stitching and coloring materials available for customers’ use inside Meander Art Bar in the Upper Fells Point neighborhood of Baltimore.
You know what bars are missing? Arts and crafts.
Meander Art Bar, a new bar in Upper Fells Point, allows patrons to discover their inner artist via painting, clay and more — without pressure.
‘Pop the Balloon or Find Love’ seems entertaining - until you look deeper
Those on the YouTube dating show hold nothing back, but is that good for how Black love is portrayed?
Loyal Southwest Airlines customers have a new option for getting to Europe.
Southwest Airlines can help get you from BWI to Europe, starting today
Loyal Southwest Airlines customers can now use the carrier to book connections to Europe.
Raymond Hill III and Sheila Petree hug after their wedding ceremony at the Glen Burnie Library.
A novel way to say ‘I do’
This Valentine’s Day is the first time the Glen Burnie library has hosted weddings within its walls.
Temperatures in the 90s didn't deter crowds at ArtScape, Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024. Thunderstorms washed out the festival's scheduled concerts on Friday night.
Artscape is moving downtown to uplift the area, mayor says
Artscape, Baltimore's premier arts festival, is relocating to downtown from Mount Vernon as Mayor Brandon Scott says the area needs "uplifting."
Impress your Baltimore bae with these 11 quirky Valentine’s Day cards
Wow your sweetheart with these Baltimore-themed Valentine’s Day cards.
Mark Parker and Christine Parker sit for a portrait on their couch in their home in Baltimore, Thursday, February 13, 2025.
Pastors in love with the Lord, their community and each other
Marriage is not just a feeling but a commitment. The Parkers are the best example of that I’ve seen in a long time.
Baltimore Orioles owner David Rubenstein speaks with guests at Living Classrooms event honoring him on September 14th, 2024 in Baltimore, MD.
David Rubenstein says outgoing president, staffers made Kennedy Center a ‘beacon for the performing arts’
“President Kennedy would be proud of your selfless work, your long hours, your commitment to excellence, and your dedication to the performing arts," Rubenstein said in reference to president Deborah Rutter, who was fired.
Candlelight Concerts, a growing musical venture by Fever Events, plans four performances at Maryland Hall through May.  The first, "Cold Play & Imagine Dragons," is Feb. 14, 2024.
7 things to do in Annapolis: Candlelight, crystals and comics for Valentine’s Day weekend
Hundreds of candles surrounding a string quartet sounds nice for Valentine’s Day, and — depending on your taste in music — it might be better if they’re playing Coldplay’s “Viva la Vida.”
A song sparrow in the snow.
7 things to do in Howard County, from a backyard bird count to a singles book swap
Howard County has plenty of activities this week following the Super Bowl excitement.
A photograph featured in the new documentary "Sandtown" that includes director Isaiah Smallman.
What to do in Baltimore this long weekend, from Disney on Ice to a pizza class
Whether you want to watch “The Lion King” on stage, learn how to make pizza or see a Baltimore-focused documentary, we’ve got you covered.
Eddie's of Mount Vernon, which was expected to open in July 2024, remains under renovations.
Eddie’s of Mount Vernon grocer ‘praying’ for an early summer open
Eddie’s of Mount Vernon was expected to open in July 2024, but renovations at the grocery store have delayed its debut until at least May.
The Maryland Zoo will dedicate a pile of elephant dung in your ex’s dishonor — for a minimum donation of $5.
Thought your ex was crap? Maryland Zoo will agree for a donation
The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, for a minimum of $5, will let you name a pile of elephant dung after an ex. Or anyone, really.
The Gordon Center in Owings Mills will host a celebration of Black dance on Thursday.
7 things to do in Baltimore County, from Valentine’s Day to Black History Month
Here’s a look at things to do in Baltimore County for the week ending Wednesday, Feb. 19, from Valentine’s Day to Black History Month events.
The jimmy truffle is one of the most popular candies at Rheb’s Candies.
The Dish: An hour in line for Valentine’s Day chocolate? To Rheb’s customers, it’s worth it
Rheb’s cult-like fan base includes fourth-generation shoppers, who come in for assortments on Valentine’s Day and other holidays just like their parents and grandparents before them.
COLUMBIA, MD - FEB 8, 2025: Attendees try maple syrup during the Robinson Nature Center’s annual Ladies Morning Out-Maple Magic in Columbia, Maryland on Feb 8, 2025.
The women who spent a sweet morning learning about maple sugaring in Columbia
The Robinson Nature Center’s recent Ladies Morning Out event focused on the art of maple sugaring.
Tim Tooten, one of the longest-tenured and best-recognized education reporters in the region, retired in 2023 after 35 years with WBAL and more than 40 years in journalism.
Retired veteran journalist Tim Tooten has died, WBAL confirms
The veteran Baltimore television journalist retired in 2023.
Kendrick Lamar performs onstage during Apple Music Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show at Caesars Superdome on February 09, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Didn’t like Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show? Not everything is for you.
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show was not everyone’s cup of tea. That’s OK — unless you demand that it should be.
BALTIMORE, MD - FEB 9, 2025: Doug Storey facilitates a children’s sermon acknowledging the lack of diverse representation in imagery inside the Govans Presbyterian Church. He asks one of the child attendees to look at the new artwork titled "Sanctuary City Part 1 and 2” that represents the growing diversity and representation of their congregation where everyone is welcome.
Baltimore church seeks to rectify troubled past with new art
Newly installed artwork pays homage to Baltimore’s sanctuary city status.
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