GGP Draft Master Plan Emphasizes Connections

Posted on Tue May 6 at 13:30:00

General Growth Properties (GGP) introduced key elements of its draft master plan for downtown Columbia on April 28. The "Many Voices, One Vision" presentation highlighted a focus on better connecting the Columbia Town Center community, a plan for improved pedestrian access from The Mall in Columbia to Symphony Woods and a revitalized Merriweather Post Pavilion.
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SHA Preparing for Major Upgrade

Posted on Tue May 6 at 13:30:00

The State Highway Administration (SHA) recently began gearing up for a formal meeting set for June 25 to present its potential upgrades for Route 175 with a series of discussions at the West County Library in Odenton in early April.
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With or Without Slots, Racing Faces Uphill Battle

Posted on Tue May 6 at 13:30:00

With six months remaining until a referendum on slot machines that could help subsidize dwindling purses, Maryland's racing industry officials, breeders, trainers and owners have a long time left to hold their breath. Meanwhile, competition from racing programs in surrounding states continues to eat away at Maryland's racing legacy, leaving many insiders wondering if the state can rebound from the damage that has already been done.
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Columbia Foundation Hires New President

Posted on Tue May 6 at 13:30:00

The Columbia Foundation hired Beverley Francis as president and CEO. She will replace outgoing president Barbara Lawson, who has been at the helm of the foundation since 1989.
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Anne Arundel VIP Real Estate Tour Highlights Growth Area

Posted on Tue May 6 at 13:30:00

One hundred ten relocation experts, commercial real estate professionals and business executives toured Anne Arundel County's growth areas during its 16th Annual VIP Real Estate Tour.
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CIC Appoints New Executive Director

Posted on Tue May 6 at 13:30:00

The Chesapeake Innovation Center (CIC), Anne Arundel County's business accelerator for homeland and national security technology, has appointed Sarah Djamshidi as its new executive director. She comes to the incubator after serving as director of the University of Maryland Technology Advancement Program.
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Biz Roundup

Posted on Tue May 6 at 13:30:00

Positive Bond Rating Actions Garnered by Anne Arundel County
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First BRAC Construction Project Begins on Fort Meade

Posted on Tue May 6 at 13:30:00

An April 16 groundbreaking ceremony for the new Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) headquarters on Fort Meade marks a significant physical milestone in the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process.
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Posted on Tue May 6 at 13:30:00

When we first came up with the idea for Maryland Entrepreneur Quarterly (MEQ), part of the eventual plan was to recognize individuals who demonstrate and exemplify that unique spirit. Little did we know the opportunity would present itself even before the first issue was off the press.

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