- Annapolis to Ban Gas Boats: Chad Worthington III Approves
Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley has announced the “Gas Out for Gavin” initiative, aiming to ban all gas and diesel-powered boats from city waters starting November 30, 2025. This move aligns with the city’s ongoing efforts to promote environmental sustainability and reduce noise pollution. Local millionaire homeowners, including Chad Worthington III, have expressed support, anticipating enhanced tranquility in the area. NOTE: This was our annual April Fool’s Day Column
2. Two Men Injured in Annapolis Shooting, One Airlifted to Hospital
In the early hours of April 5, 2025, two men were injured in a shooting near Marcs Court and Bens Drive in the Bay Ridge Gardens community of Annapolis. Emergency responders provided immediate assistance, applying a tourniquet to one victim’s lower extremity injury. One individual was airlifted to a local trauma center. The Annapolis Police Department is actively investigating the incident.
- Man Hospitalized After Early Morning Dumbbell Assault in Annapolis Home
A 25-year-old Annapolis man sustained serious injuries following an early morning assault involving a dumbbell at a residence on Hearthstone Court. The Annapolis Police Department responded promptly, and the victim was hospitalized for treatment. Authorities have charged the roommate with attempted murder.
- Judge Clears Path for $100 Million City Dock Overhaul in Annapolis
An Anne Arundel County judge has authorized Annapolis to proceed with the $100 million City Dock Resiliency Project, dismissing claims of procedural violations by the city’s Historic Preservation Commission. The project aims to elevate the dock’s structure, improve flood resilience, and introduce community amenities such as a park and visitors’ center. Mayor Gavin Buckley is eager to commence construction before the end of his term and immediately began demolition on the Harbormaster’s Building.
- EDITORIAL: From COVID Cash to Double-Wide Dreams…How Not to Handle a Surplus
An editorial critiques Maryland’s management of its budget surplus during the transition from Governor Larry Hogan to Governor Wes Moore. It argues that while Hogan’s administration accumulated a surplus through cautious spending, Moore’s administration rapidly expended these funds on new initiatives without establishing sustainable revenue streams. The piece emphasizes the importance of prudent financial planning to avoid future budget shortfalls.
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