🍦Anne Arundel's election results

Good morning, Annapolis. My Christmas tree went up yesterday. I’m not sorry about it. Who said you have to wait until after Thanksgiving? At least I didn’t do it in October.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

Let’s get to it.

— Ryan Sneddon

For buyers who want the South River at their doorstep, 500 Southview Drive pairs effortless boating access with a beautifully designed home made for everyday waterfront living.

Located in Port Isle and offered at $1,295,000, this four-bedroom waterfront home features a private pier, a 24,000-pound boat lift, and a floating dock. A cart path leads to the water, and the golf cart conveys with the property.

Inside, the home is designed around open gathering spaces and the view. The expansive kitchen features two islands and opens to the dining area and family room, with doors leading to a waterfront deck overlooking the South River.

Upstairs, all three bedrooms have vaulted ceilings and water views. The primary suite includes a waterfront balcony and ensuite bath.

The walk-out lower level adds a recreation room, fourth bedroom, full bath, and screened porch overlooking the water, creating a space for relaxing and entertaining.

From launching the boat in the morning to dinner on the deck, this Port Isle property makes waterfront living easy.

500 Southview Drive, Riva

Offered at $1,295,000
Listed by Brad Kappel

Brad Kappel Team | Sotheby's International Realty

Connect with us for your private tour: 410.279.9476

Gavin Buckley looks set to go from City Hall to the County Council. With all 35 of District 6’s Election Day precincts in, the former Annapolis mayor has 63% of the vote against Republican George Gallagher.

Allison Pickard (D) leads Dave Crawford (R) for county executive, 59% to 41%. And Gov. Wes Moore won a second term over Dan Cox. The AP called it at 8:01 PM, one minute after polls closed.

District 7 swung the other way once Election Day precincts came in. Dawn Pulliam (R) took the lead over Spencer Jones (D), who owns Chick & Ruth’s Delly. She’s up 52% to 48%, or 1,379 votes. Jones won the mail-ins, but Pulliam won Election Day voting by about 3,300. More mail-in ballots still need counting, and those have favored Jones, so this one isn’t over.

In the District 30 Senate race, Sen. Shaneka Henson (D) leads Jessica Haire (R) 57% to 43%. The district covers Annapolis, Edgewater, and Shady Side. Henson was appointed to the seat in 2025, and this is her first Senate election.

These are unofficial results, last updated by the state at 3:44 AM Wednesday. They include early voting, all 196 Election Day precincts, and the mail-ins counted so far. The rest of the mail-in ballots and the provisional ballots still need counting, so the numbers can move. Full results here.

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Pancake has been at the SPCA since June. And she wrote her own bio. In French. Sort of.

“Bonjour, Chef Pancake here with some food for thought,” it starts. Her recipes include enthusiasm, smiles, happiness, and “a heapin’ spoonful of love.” Bon appétit.

Off the menu, this six-year-old shepherd mix is a fluffy, medium-sized cuddle bug. She loves walks, exploring, and snuggling. Her favorite move is to sit between your legs so you can pet her. And when the volunteers who walk her show up at her kennel, she loses her mind (in the good way).

Pancake gets nervous around new people and new places. So she’d do best in a home with kids 12 and up. Other dogs and cats? Probably not. But once she knows she’s safe with you, the SPCA says she’ll be the most affectionate friend you’ve ever had. She’s housetrained, too.

If your ideal Saturday morning is a short stack and a long walk, start an application to meet Pancake today.

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Roger Mason and Chris Valentino of Team Tradecraft won the Weems & Plath Triple Crown of Charity Sailing Trophy again.

If you’re new here, the Triple Crown comprises three charity sailing regattas: the Maryland Cures Cancer Regatta, the CRAB Cup, and the Hospice Cup. You win by finishing near the front on the water and raising a lot of money on land. Tradecraft finished sixth in one race and second in the other two. And they raised more than $56,000.

Btw, Mason said he’s happy to help any team with fundraising in the future. Which goes to show you the spirit of this competition. In the Triple Crown, nice people don’t always finish last.

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🎷 Life’s a Beach – The Blacks of the Chesapeake Foundation is honoring its late founder, Vince Leggett, with a night of dinner, dancing, and tributes. Leggett, AKA the “Admiral of the Chesapeake,” spent decades preserving the story of Carr’s, Sparrow’s, and Elktonia Beaches. During segregation, they were one of the only ways Black people could enjoy the Chesapeake Bay (and some of the 50s’ biggest musicians). Proceeds go to the foundation’s youth programs. It’s Friday at Beacon Waterfront. Tickets are here.

📸 Light Reading – Bad news: The Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse needs to get lifted about 6 feet to protect it from rising water levels. Worse news: That’s expensive. But the good news is that you can help. The lighthouse’s 2027 calendar just went on sale. It’s chock-full of David Sites photos, and about half of each purchase supports the effort. Click here to get yours.

🎣 Last Cast – If you’ve been meaning to get in on Fish For A Cure, now’s the time. Boat spots for Saturday’s fishing tournament are almost gone, and so are tickets to the Shore Party at Safe Harbor Annapolis. Every dollar goes to the Cancer Survivorship Program at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center. Can’t fish? You can still back a boat (or go to the party). Register, donate, or grab tickets here.

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Crisp fall weather calls for a day outside. Maryland’s Best Helmets & Harvest pairs local trails with farms, wineries and more through November 15. The free pass features stops like the BWI Trail, LEO Annapolis and other locations across the state. Check in at each stop to earn free prizes!

71 🌡️ 62 | 🌫️ | 3% ☔ | 💨 S 12 mph (10 knots)

73 🌡️ 62 | ⛅ | 39% ☔ | 💨 S 12 mph (10 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 62ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

Residential Rug Care is a local family-run business with over 100 years of rug cleaning history. They clean Oriental, Persian, antique, and other area rugs, remove stains and pet odors, and offer new padding & fringe. Rugs are cleaned at their 20,000-square-foot facility, with free pickup and delivery throughout Anne Arundel County.

49 West | Dave Chappell & Friends (HippieHappy Hour) | 5–7 PM
49 West | Songbird Open Mic with Asenath Rose and Sara Catherine | 7:45 PM
The Admiral’s Cup | Stephen Henson/Slip Hippies | 7–10 PM
Brian Boru | Suzy and Shaun | 6–9 PM
Galway Bay | Irish Trad Music Session | 8 PM
Killarney House | Ciaran Quinn | 6–9 PM
Pirates Cove | Billy Breslin | 6–9 PM
The Point | Aaron Hawkins | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Gaelic Storm | 8 PM | Tickets
Reynolds Tavern | Unified Jazz Ensemble | 6:30–9:30 PM

The Admiral’s Cup | Justina Beth-El | 7–10 PM
Beer Farm | Anthony Frijia | 4–7 PM
Brian Boru | Aaron Hawkins | 6–9 PM
Copper Creek | Open Mic with Paul Cortese and Uncle Bill | 7 PM
Killarney House | Nate Finn | 6–9 PM
Market House | Daphne Eckman | TBA
Pirates Cove | Jason Bishop | 6–9 PM
The Point | Bryan Ewald | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Gaelic Storm | 8 PM | Tickets

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