Last week, we shared news about the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge; the impact on the immigrant communities of which the victims and survivors were a part; and a look at the bridge’s structure and detection/warning systems.
Read the recaps and revisit the stories here:
Most-Read Stories:
“Featured Gibson Island Listings: 720 Stillwater Road & 523 Broadwater Way”: This sponsored post features two listings on Gibson Island, Maryland: a brick waterfront cottage at 720 Stillwater Road and a white shingle cottage at 523 Broadwater Way.
“Spring Break in Baltimore is a blast, Hon! Here’s a roundup of local events and activities for the entire family.”: We rounded up some events and activities happening around the Baltimore area for families to enjoy during their Spring Break.
“Checkerspot Brewing to change name of ‘Adios Angelos’ beer following death of Peter Angelos; Natty Boh is returning to Camden Yards”: Checkerspot Brewing Company will rename a soon-to-be-released beer after its original name, “Adios Angelos,” took on an unintended meaning following the death of Baltimore Orioles executive Peter Angelos.
“Red Pandas will soon charm visitors at The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore”: The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore announced its first new species and species habitat in more than 30 years will feature red pandas.
“Completely Reimagined End-of-Group Townhome in Canton’s North Shore Waterfront Community”: This sponsored post features a beautiful Canton townhome, which includes hardwood floors throughout the house, a chef’s kitchen, and other wonderful details.
Editor’s Picks:
“Peter Angelos and the open checkbook few knew about”: Columnist Rafael Alvarez writes about the late Orioles owner Peter Angelos, who quietly helped those who came to him in need, and thought big about solutions.
“Play me another one: Bill’s Music founder Bill Higgins remembered by fellow music store owners as visionary and kind”: Catonsville music store owners remember Bill Higgins, the founder and owner of Bill’s Music, who passed away in February at the age of 81.
“Immigrant advocates mourn construction workers after Key Bridge collapse, call for better protections”: Immigrant advocacy organizations are mourning the construction workers lost in the Key Bridge collapse, and highlighting the dangers that immigrant workers face. The men came to the United States from Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador and Mexico.
“How can the Key Bridge rebuild be designed to prevent a similar disaster?”: As officials continue to investigate the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, experts say it is unlikely any bridge could have withstood the impact of a vessel as large as the Dali cargo ship. But better detection and warning systems could have potentially helped mitigate the disaster.
“Mayoral candidates on the issues: the environment”: Baltimore mayoral candidates discussed their approaches to environmental issues, including addressing air pollution, expanding bus service, and growing the city’s tree canopy.
“’I Believe Nothing if Idols Don’t Tell Me’: Q&A with Michael B. Tager”: Michael B. Tager discusses his new book “Pop Culture Poetry: The Definitive Collection,” writing Justin Bieber poems at jury duty, The Brady Bunch, and more.
