- 135 Townhomes Being Considered for Ritchie Highway in Arnold
A proposed townhouse development at the Severna Park Golf Center is in the very early stages, with Anne Arundel County officials stressing that no formal application has been filed. The concept calls for 130 to 135 townhomes off Ritchie Highway, and residents worried about traffic and neighborhood impacts are urged to attend a pre-application community meeting at the Severna Park Library on December 9 to learn more and share feedback
- Annapolis Holiday Market Returns for Two Weekends
The Annapolis Holiday Market is expanding in 2025, moving from City Dock to the front lawn of St. John’s College and running over two December weekends to offer more time for holiday shopping, food, and entertainment. With roughly 100 vendors, festive drinks and snacks, Santa visits, and easy access to free garage parking and nearby downtown shops, the market helps position Annapolis as a regional holiday destination.
- Man Injured in Eastport Shooting
Annapolis Police are investigating a Madison Street shooting that left an adult man hospitalized in stable condition after being shot twice in the leg around 9 p.m. on December 4, 2025. The incident, in the 1000 block of Madison Street, marks the city’s 15th non-fatal shooting of the year, and detectives are asking anyone with information to contact police or submit anonymous tips.
- Speaker Adrienne Jones to Vacate Leadership Role
Maryland House Speaker Adrienne A. Jones, the first woman and first person of color to lead the House of Delegates, has stepped down from her leadership role while remaining a delegate. Under House rules, Speaker Pro Tem Dana Stein will preside until lawmakers select a new speaker, setting up a leadership race that follows Jones’ tenure advancing key Democratic priorities such as abortion access and voting reforms.
- Keep It Local. Here’s the Eye On Annapolis 2025 Gift Guide!
Eye On Annapolis’ 2025 Holiday Gift Guide highlights locally sourced gifts from Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, encouraging residents to “keep it local” by supporting small businesses, makers, and experiences. The guide explains why shopping local matters for the community’s character and economy, then offers curated ideas ranging from theater tickets and museum memberships to jewelry, artisan goods, and foodie-friendly treats.
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