🍦Forest Drive cameras start ticketing today

Good morning, Annapolis. PSA for anyone whose pool bag hasn’t left the trunk since July: You’ve got 27 days. The Dunn pool at Truxtun is open daily through Labor Day, and school starts (for most kids) in 13 days. That season pass isn’t going to swim itself.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

Let’s get to it.

— Ryan Sneddon

P.S. Happy birthday, Jeff S & Don Turley!

DICK'S House of Sport is officially open—and this isn't your average sporting goods store.

The new Annapolis Mall location celebrates its Grand Opening August 14–16, bringing an experience that's just as much about getting in the game as it is shopping. Test your swing in the golf simulators, tackle the climbing wall, step into the multi-sport cages, and explore premium gear from some of the biggest names in athletics—all under one roof.

The celebration adds even more reasons to stop by, with giveaways, special offers, athlete appearances, and family-friendly activities throughout the weekend. If you've been wondering what all the buzz is about, this is the perfect chance to experience it for yourself.

Who knows? You might come for a new pair of shoes and leave planning your next visit.

See the full Grand Opening lineup.

The Sporting News built an All-America team for every decade of college football. The quarterback it picked for the 1960s went to school on the Severn.

Roger Staubach won the Heisman as a junior in 1963, led Navy to 9-1 and a No. 2 national ranking, and set 28 Academy records before he graduated. He’s the only quarterback on the 1960s team, a list that also includes Dick Butkus, Mike Ditka, and Bob Lilly.

After four years in the U.S. Navy, including a tour in Vietnam, Staubach joined the Dallas Cowboys, where he played 11 seasons and led them to four Super Bowls, winning championships after the 1971 and 1977 seasons (Super Bowls VI and XII).

Good timing for the current Mids, who are 25 days from kickoff. Navy hosts Towson on Saturday, Sept. 5, at 3:30 PM, coming off an 11-2 season, a Liberty Bowl win over Cincinnati, and a No. 23 finish in the AP poll.

Saturday’s Fan Fest doubled as media day, where senior Braxton Woodson faced reporters as the undisputed starting quarterback for the first time after three years as the backup. “I’ve waited three years to make it to this position, and I’m not going to take it for granted,” he told The Capital ($). Teammates compared him to a Ferrari, since he ran a 10.4-second 100 meters in high school and recently clocked at nearly 23 mph.

🔗 One more look before the opener. Read our guide to Navy football gameday.

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Friend of the Scoop and longtime writer Dylan Roche has a new book out today. Expanding from his typical YA fantasy genre, Dylan’s new book is a YA horror titled Shadowclaw. It’s the first YA release ever from Quill & Crow Publishing House.

The story follows an anxious and superstitious teen who’s transported back in time to the night when he was 8 years old and his best friend was murdered. Now he might have a chance to change the past, but it means he’ll have to face a supernatural entity he’s always told himself was just a legend that couldn’t hurt him: Shadowclaw.

Early reviews call the book “dark,” “eerie,” “unsettling,” and “creepy,” with a few of them saying they read it all in one sitting.

You can get a copy wherever you buy books, but of course, we’re pretty partial to our local sellers. Reserve one at Park Books and keep an eye out for upcoming dates when Dylan will be onsite to sign copies.

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Now playing. . .

🍸 Classic Theatre of Maryland presents Tartuffe in the courtyard at Reynolds Tavern, including tonight at 7:30 PM. Molière’s con-man comedy has just two dates left: August 11 and 25. Seating opens at 6:30.

🧪 Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre presents Young Frankenstein, August 6–September 5. Mel Brooks’ monster musical takes the outdoor stage on Compromise Street at 8:30 PM. Tickets $30.

⚙️ The Talent Machine Company presents The Talent Machine Show, August 14–23 at AACC’s Kauffman Theater. The show that gave the company its name, with a cast ages 7–14 and a production team stacked with alumni. All tickets $20, and the August 16 matinee has ASL interpreters.

Up next. . .

🎻 Annapolis Symphony Orchestra presents Pops in the Park, a free outdoor concert at Quiet Waters Park on Sunday, September 6. No tickets, no catch, just show up.

🏘️ Colonial Players presents Our Town, September 11–October 3. This classic of the American stage reminds us that life’s smallest moments are the ones that matter most.

✏️ Compass Rose Theater presents You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, September 18–October 4. This wholesome musical revue features all your favorite Peanuts characters.

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🧑🏻‍🚀 Navy exercises planned: On Thursday from 2 to 4 PM, you might find a good way to quarantine your dog in a quiet basement. Naval Support Activity Annapolis and the Naval Academy plan on conducting a training exercise on the academy grounds. If you’re near the yard, you’ll possibly see more emergency support vehicles and hear sounds from the exercises.

🚨 Speed cameras are watching: Heads up, Mario Andretti. Annapolis Police Dept. has announced six speed cameras will be operational 24/7 beginning September 8. And starting today, the new 35 mph speed limit on Forest Drive will be enforced and ticketed. Important, because two of the cameras are on that strip of raceway. . .

🎪 Carnival pop-up for a good cause: On August 13, Ginger Cove is putting up the big top for Carnival for a Cause, a celebration supporting Walk to End Alzheimer’s campaign. Expect a petting zoo, dunk tank, face painting, a band, and food trucks.

🪣 More flooding questions, comments: The Baltimore Banner is taking a look at the City Dock flooding issue, shedding more light on the problems associated with construction efforts. Beyond the flooding Storm Bros. is experiencing, businesses tell the paper the construction is blocking their businesses from the foot traffic they rely on.

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90 🌡️ 73 | ⛈️ | 71% ☔ | 💨 W 8 mph (7 knots)

86 🌡️ 73 | ⛈️ | 35% ☔ | 💨 NW 7 mph (6 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 85ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

🌳🎵= Outdoor concert

49 West | Viands & Co. | 7:30–10 PM
The Admiral’s Cup | Daphne Eckman | 7–10 PM
Captain’s Daughter | TBA | 5–7 PM
🌳🎵Chronic Sailing | Joey Harkum | 7 PM
Copper Creek | Jazz Jam | 8–10 PM
Middleton Tavern | Joey Fitz w/ Drea | 6 PM
Pirates Cove | Kurt Gibbons | 6–9 PM
The Point | Kavoossi | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Matt Schofield | 8 PM | Tickets

49 West | Songbird Collective: Summer Side | 7:30–10 PM
The Admiral’s Cup | Clint Szafader | 7–10 PM
Brian Boru | Nate Finn | 6–9 PM
Galway Bay | Irish Trad Music Session | 8 PM
Killarney House | Jason Bishop | 6–9 PM
Libbey’s Coastal Kitchen | Jordan Sokel | 5–8 PM
Middleton Tavern | Noah Pierre | 6–9 PM
Pirates Cove | Ciaran Quinn | 6–9 PM
The Point | Aaron Hawkins | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Southern Avenue | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Tavern | Colby Sards | 9 PM
Reynolds Tavern | Unified Jazz Ensemble | 6:30–9:30 PM
Severna Park Taphouse | Open Mic | 7 PM
Stan & Joe's Saloon | Madisun Bailey | 9 PM

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