Monthly Archives: July 2011

Chessie the manatee pays return visit to Chesapeake Bay

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Scott Huffines

Wandering manatee first spotted here in 1994 By Steve Kilar and Timothy B. Wheeler (The Baltimore Sun, 7/15/2011) Chessie, the wandering Florida manatee that has visited the Chesapeake Bay at least twice over the past 17 years, is back. The … Continue reading →


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Brizzi: Logo pimpin’ ain’t easy

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Scott Huffines

But it’s art. Just check out the MICA alum’s cool throwback designs         By Jordan Bartel (The Baltimore Sun, 7/1/2011) You can’t miss Todd Brizzi’s artistic stamp on Harford Road in Lauraville/Hamilton. He’d just never tell you … Continue reading →


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The Star Spangled Banner — Performed by Randy Austin, Jr.

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Scott Huffines

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Flags and Beer: A Baltimore Tradition

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Scott Huffines

Our view: The kindness of a Baltimore brewer plays a small part in the story of America’s national anthem By Rob Kasper (The Baltimore Sun, 7/3/2011) During the Fourth of July weekend in Baltimore, there will be plenty of flags … Continue reading →


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Happy 4th of July from Essex, Maryland, 1950s

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Scott Huffines

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Former Senator owner vows run for council president

Posted on July 2, 2011 by Tom Warner

Baltimore is ‘swirling around the bowl,’ Kiefaber says By Julie Scharper (The Baltimore Sun, June 30, 2011) The former owner of the Senator Theatre declared his candidacy Thursday for president of the Baltimore City Council, saying he wants to lead … Continue reading →


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