Eye on Annapolis: Weekly Round-Up

Bayside Inn Closes, Power Outage at BWI

1. Bayside Inn Closes After Over 50 Years in Edgewater

Bayside Inn, a beloved seafood restaurant and bar on Mayo Road in Edgewater, Maryland, has unexpectedly closed after more than five decades of service. Founded in 1971 by Paul Carlow, the establishment was renowned for its crabs and community presence. The sudden closure has left employees and patrons without prior notice, marking the end of an era for this local institution

Popular Crab House in Edgewater Abruptly Closes After More Than 50 Years

2. Six Educators Finalized for 2025 AACPS Teacher of the Year

Anne Arundel County Public Schools has announced six finalists for the 2025 Teacher of the Year award. The educators represent various disciplines across the district, including AVID, music, world languages, kindergarten, art, and English language development. The winner will be honored at the 39th Annual Excellence in Education Awards on April 25, 2025, and will proceed to the Maryland State Teacher of the Year competition.

Six Educators Named Finalists for 2025 AACPS Teacher of the Year Award

3. Power Outage at BWI Disrupts Flights, Causes Diversions

A power outage at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) led to significant flight delays and diversions. The disruption began around 7:40 a.m. due to a downed power line south of the airport. Baltimore Gas and Electric Company (BGE) is working to restore power, but no estimated restoration time has been provided. Travelers are advised to check their flight status with their respective airlines.

Power Outage Disrupts Flights at BWI, Diverting Many Arrivals

4. Severn Basketball Court Shooting Leaves Two Dead, Two Injured

:A dispute during a basketball game in Severn, Maryland, escalated into gunfire, resulting in two fatalities and two injuries. The incident occurred around 7 p.m. in the 8100 block of Meade Village Road. Police are investigating and have urged anyone with information to come forward.

Two Dead, Two Injured in Severn Basketball Court Shooting

5. Anne Arundel County Updates Residents on Cyberattack

Nearly two weeks after a cyberattack disrupted Anne Arundel County’s government IT systems, officials have launched a cyber incident webpage to inform residents. While most services remain operational, some still rely on manual processes. County Executive Steuart Pittman assured that details about the attack and the county’s response will be shared once appropriate.