- Fatal Head-On Crash in Lothian Claims Life of Shady Side Man
A 61-year-old Shady Side man was killed in a head-on crash on West Bay Front Road in Lothian on October 27th. Anne Arundel County Police said a pickup truck crossed the center line and struck the victim’s SUV. The 19-year-old pickup driver was hospitalized in stable condition, and the fatal crash remains under investigation.
- J. Alexander’s Restaurant at Annapolis Town Center Permanently Closes
J. Alexander’s at Annapolis Town Center has closed permanently, just three years after opening in October 2023. The upscale restaurant was known for steaks, seafood, and American cuisine. No official explanation has been provided, and the restaurant’s space at the Town Center remains uncertain.
- 11 Anne Arundel County Principals Nominated for 2027 Principal of the Year
Eleven Anne Arundel County Public Schools principals have been nominated for the 2027 George Arlotto Leadership Award, recognizing outstanding school leadership and dedication to students. Nominees represent elementary, middle, and high schools across the county. The winner will be announced in December and will represent AACPS in The Washington Post’s Principal of the Year competition.
4. Anne Arundel County Public Library Moving Headquarters to Glen Burnie
Anne Arundel County Public Library will relocate its administrative headquarters from Annapolis to Glen Burnie in early 2027. The library system has leased more than 30,000 square feet at Aviation Business Park near BWI Airport, where approximately 85 employees will work. The new headquarters will consolidate administrative departments supporting the county’s sixteen library branches.
5. Justice Department Sues AACPS Over Gender Identity and Parental Rights Policies
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a federal lawsuit against Anne Arundel County Public Schools, alleging violations of parental rights and federal education privacy laws involving a student’s gender identity. The lawsuit claims the district withheld information about a student’s use of a different name and pronouns at school. AACPS disputes the allegations, maintains that its policies comply with federal law, and plans to address the claims in court.
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