- Hardesty Funeral Home Shuts Down After 100+ Years, Three Anne Arundel Properties Listed For Sale
Hardesty Funeral Home has ended operations after more than a century in Anne Arundel County, and its 3 locations have been listed for sale. The properties are at 12 Ridgely Avenue in Annapolis, 851 Annapolis Road in Gambrills, and 905 Galesville Road in Galesville. The closure comes as the funeral industry continues shifting toward cremation and smaller services, changing long-term economics for many firms.
- Toastique Expands In Anne Arundel With A Second Location In Severna Park
Toastique is planning a second Anne Arundel County location at Park Plaza in Severna Park, expanding its footprint in the region. The new shop is expected to bring the brand’s fast-casual menu and grab-and-go options to the busy Severna Park retail corridor.
- Cracker Barrel Sets February 2 Opening In Annapolis, Hiring For 160+ Jobs
Cracker Barrel is set to open in Annapolis on February 2 and is still hiring for more than 160 positions. The opening marks a major new employer on the local restaurant scene, with hiring spanning multiple front- and back-of-house roles.
4. Police: Crouton Elementary Report Was A Misunderstanding, No Threat to Students
Anne Arundel County Police said they identified the man connected to a reported incident near Crofton Elementary School and determined there was no threat to children. Police said the situation was a misunderstanding and the man was a grandparent of an Anne Arundel County Public Schools student who was in the area looking for his grandchild.
5. Southwest’s Big BWI Changes And A Credit Card Workaround For Fees And Points
Southwest Airlines is making major updates that will affect many BWI travelers, including new bag fees and a move toward assigned seating. Southwest’s Chase Rapid Rewards credit cards and the Rapid Rewards program can help frequent flyers offset some costs and build points. However, Southwest remains the most flexible in travel policies of all carriers.
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