- Gavin Buckley Forms “Gavin For Anne Arundel” Committee, Teases February 17 Announcement
Former Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley is signaling a possible return to politics, telling supporters to “mark your calendar” for a February 17 event at Metropolitan in Annapolis. State campaign finance records show a newly registered committee, “Gavin for Anne Arundel,” with Buckley listed as chairman/principal officer, fueling speculation about a potential Anne Arundel County Council District 6 race.
- Walk For Peace Monks Reach Annapolis After 2,300-Mile Pilgrimage
Nearly 2 dozen Buddhist monks completed a more than 2,300-mile Walk for Peace in Annapolis, arriving at the Maryland State House as the final stop of a pilgrimage that began in Fort Worth, Texas. Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller welcomed the group and highlighted Annapolis’ role as the nation’s first peacetime capital, while the monks also visited the House and Senate chambers and received official recognition for the journey.
- Opinion: Mayoral Authority Needs Checks, Balance, And Transparency
A new opinion piece by Annapolis Alderman Rob Savidge argues Annapolis should avoid concentrating more power in the mayor’s office with the hiring of a Deputy Chief of Staff and instead strengthen oversight, transparency, and shared governance. The column frames the debate as a need for balance that protects accountability and public trust while maintaining meaningful City Council authority. NOTE: The Council approved the creation of a Deputy Chief of Staff last week. Savidge voted against it.
4. Annapolis Restaurant Week Returns February 21–March 1 With 35 Restaurants
Annapolis Restaurant Week is back February 21 through March 1, bringing 35 participating restaurants and a mix of returning favorites and newcomers. Diners can expect special menus and pricing designed to showcase local restaurants during one of the area’s busiest winter dining promotions.
5.Vivi’s Chicken n’ Mac Closing Edgewater Shop, Planning Severna Park Location
Vivi’s Chicken n’ Mac announced it will close its Edgewater location at 3059 Solomons Island Road after a little more than a year, with its final day of service set for Saturday. The business says it is expanding with a new Severna Park location “coming soon” at 544 Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard, while its Arnold location will remain open.
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