Worcester County Seeking Nominations for Volunteer Spirit Awards 2024
Worcester County Seeking Nominations for Volunteer Spirit Awards Snow Hill, Maryland (April 18, 2024) – To honor volunteers whose contributions help improve the quality of life locally, Worcester County residents are invited to nominate individuals, organizations, and businesses for the Volunteer Spirit of Worcester County awards. The nomination period is open April 1 – May 31, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.“When residents volunteer in Worcester County, they are contributing to the community’s well-being as well as
2024 Maryland General Assembly End of Session Report
2024 Maryland General AssemblyEnd of Session Report Every session tends to have a “surprise” event that prompts the legislature to take unplanned actions, and in this case, it was the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge and closure of the Baltimore Port on March 26 that took center stage at the end of the 2024 session. The 446th Session of the Maryland General Assembly concluded at midnight on Monday, April 8, as we adjourned Sine Die (from the Latin
Statewide Coalition Launches to Support Business Recovery
Statewide Coalition Launches to Support Business Recovery Media Contact:Abbi Ludwigaludwig@mdchamber.org(302) 682-5772 Annapolis, Md. (April 5, 2024) — In response to the catastrophic Key Bridge collapse, a number of leading business organizations across Maryland have united to form the Building Bridges to Recovery Coalition. The coalition includes the Maryland Chamber of Commerce, Greater Baltimore Committee, World Trade Center Institute, Greater
Twilight Wish Foundation to Partner with Worcester Commission on Aging
April 4, 2024 – For IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Carolyn Dryzga, Worcester, Maryland Chapter Director, (302) 889-0040 Twilight Wish Foundation to Partner with Worcester Commission on Aging Worcester, Maryland – National nonprofit Twilight Wish Foundation, headquartered in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, is pleased to announce a partnership between the Worcester County, Maryland chapter and the Worcester Commission on Aging. This partnership will be aimed at making a positive impact on the lives
Week Thirteen: State Budget, Capital Projects, Last Push on Carozza Bills, Locals in Annapolis
2024 Maryland General Assembly UpdateWeek Thirteen: State Budget, Capital Projects, Last Push on Carozza Bills, Locals in Annapolis Annapolis, MD – The Maryland General Assembly adjourns Sine Die (from the Latin “Without Day”) on Monday, April 8th at midnight. Both the Senate and the House of Delegates met on Saturday to meet this important deadline. STATE BUDGET AGREEMENT REACHED The Senate and House agreed on and approved a $63 billion budget and companion budget reconciliation bill on Friday.
Week Twelve: Key Bridge Collapse Bills, Capital Budget, House Bill Hearing, Reserve Study Legislation, Carozza Bills Moving Through the Legislature, Locals in Annapolis, etc
2024 Maryland General Assembly UpdateWeek Twelve: Key Bridge Collapse Bills, Capital Budget, House Bill Hearing, Reserve Study Legislation, Carozza Bills Moving Through the Legislature, Locals in Annapolis, and a Sneak Preview LEGISLATIVE SUPPORT FOLLOWING THE COLLAPSE OF THE FRANCIS SCOTT KEY BRIDGE The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge killing six construction workers after being
Maryland Businesses Brace for Widespread Impact of Key Bridge Tragedy
Maryland Businesses Brace for Widespread Impact of Key Bridge TragedyMar 27, 2024 The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in the early morning hours of March 26, 2024 has sent shockwaves throughout the Maryland business community. As efforts to recover lives lost in the tragedy take place, Maryland leaders and agencies are also looking ahead to assess the short and long-term economic repercussions of this catastrophic event on residents, businesses, and the state's economy as a whole. “The economic
Week Eleven: Post Crossover, New Updates on the Budget, the Firearms Ammunition Tax Bill, Offshore Wind Hearing, and a Sneak Preview
Week Eleven: Post Crossover, New Updates on the Budget, the Firearms Ammunition Tax Bill, Offshore Wind Hearing, and a Sneak Preview REMINDER: PUBLIC HEARING MONDAYON US WIND ONSHORE FACILITY U.S. Wind's proposed O&M Facility would include three buildings: a main office building, secondary warehouse building, and a crew support building. The site
17th Annual Native Plant Sale hosted by Lower Shore Land Trust - Now Open
LOWER SHORE LAND TRUSTSnow Hill, Maryland 17th Annual Native Plant Sale hosted by Lower Shore Land Trust - Now OpenSale to benefit Lower Shore Land Trust conservation programs Lower Shore Land Trust announces the opening of their highly popular 17th Annual Native Plant Sale. A wide selection of carefully curated native plants, trees and shrubs is available for purchase at www.lowershorelandtrust.org. Limited time only, inventory sells quickly. Plant pickup will be Friday, May 3rd from 8:30am-5:30pm and
Governor Moore Announces $10 Million for Small Business Grants to Strengthen Local Economies Across Maryland
Governor Moore Announces $10 Million for Small Business Grants to Strengthen Local Economies Across MarylandANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Wes Moore today announced $10 million for small business and community development grants through the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development’s Project Restore 2.0 and Business Boost grant programs. The funding will activate vacant spaces in business corridors, support small businesses with start up or expansion funds, create jobs, and increase local economic
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce releases its 2024 Competitiveness Redbook
The 2024 Competitiveness Redbook is here The Maryland Chamber of Commerce has released its 2024 Competitiveness Redbook, providing an in-depth analysis of the state’s position in over 50 economic metrics. Now in its second year, the data and insights in the Redbook aim to inform policy discussions, spark partnerships and guide strategic efforts to enhance Maryland’s competitiveness. The 2024 Redbook benchmarks Maryland’s performance on economic factors ranging from