- Eastport Protest Raises Questions Over Mercedes Renovation Approval
A small group of Eastport residents protested the black-and-gray renovation of Mercedes-Benz of Annapolis, but the larger dispute centers on the City’s approval process. The Eastport Civic Association questions how a project initially rejected in 2024 was later approved and whether residents should have been notified when revised plans were submitted.
- Annapolis Man Charged With Attempted Murder in Epping Forest Road Stabbing
Anne Arundel County Police arrested a 26-year-old Annapolis man in connection with a September 19 stabbing on Epping Forest Road. Police said the suspect, a relative of the victim, faces attempted second-degree murder, assault and weapons charges and was taken into custody September 22 near Forest Drive and Solomons Island Road.
- West Street Annapolis Packs Fall Calendar With Dining, Motown and Tastings
West Street in downtown Annapolis is extending its fall event season with Dinner Under the Stars, special “Dinner on Deck” evenings during the Annapolis Boat Shows, a free Halloween Motown concert and the Tastings & Tunes Wine & Beer Fest on November 14.
4. Edgewater Community Center Transforming Former Giant Into Recreation Hub
Construction is underway on the new Edgewater Community Center, which will transform the former Giant grocery store into a recreation facility featuring a gymnasium, indoor playground, elevated walking track and accessible community spaces. Anne Arundel County expects the main building to be completed in July 2027.
5. Ward One Residents Association Reasserts Its Voice at Annapolis City Hall
The Ward One Residents Association is becoming increasingly active in Annapolis civic affairs, with a packed meeting bringing Mayor Jared Littmann and senior City officials face-to-face with residents over parking, zoning, housing, City Dock, public safety and permitting. The meeting highlighted WORA’s renewed advocacy and a more direct relationship between downtown residents and City Hall.
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