🍦Still undefeated

Good morning, Annapolis. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott is under fire right now for the city’s new executive vehicle – a $163,000 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. The last mayor’s ride (which Scott’s used for 5 years) came in at around $104,000 adjusted for inflation. Here in Annapolis, we’re above that kind of hullabaloo. Haven’t had a mayor vehicle controversy float through in years.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

Let’s get to it.

— Lauren Burke Meyer, Dylan Roche, Duffy Perkins

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From energizing flows to calming meditation, our Annapolis and Arnold studios are designed to help you show up for yourself. Need a little extra flexibility? Kids Club is available Monday–Friday so parents can practice worry-free.

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The government shutdown which started at midnight on October 1 is hitting Anne Arundel County particularly hard, with tens of thousands federal employees now furloughed without pay while lawmakers negotiate a new funding package. In response, the County has created a support page with resources for childcare, healthcare, mental health, employment, and more. Whether you’re looking for help paying for childcare or your nearest food pantry, the website has local resources that are currently operational. The State of Maryland has a similar website created to answer questions about unemployment insurance and compensation, protections under law, and other loan programs. While everyone is hoping that this shutdown does not last as long as the last, which stretched for five weeks between December 2018 and January 2019, both websites offer an exhaustive list of services and resources that can both educate and assist furloughed feds in the coming days.

For the Scoop team, curling up with a warm beverage and book = nirvana. Something slightly less relaxing? Parenting 🙃 Thankfully, Suzy Shaw’s new book, Mothers of Boys Survival Guide: Funny Adventures and Tested Advice on Raising Happy, Independent Boys, makes it easier. The Arnold resident delivers laugh-out-loud stories and practical tips in under 180 pages — helpful even for girl moms. Read our review, then grab a copy and warm drink!

🎙️ Suzy also co-hosts The MOB Podcast with Cheryl Bohn. Their 20-minute episodes (because moms are BUSY) drop Wednesdays, sharing real-life stories and practical advice from mothers and professionals.

In “From High School to College Sports: A Coach’s Advice for Moms,” the ladies interviewed Matt Hogan, a coach and mentor with deep Annapolis ties. He has led programs at the University of Pennsylvania and St. Mary’s High (where he was MIAA Coach of the Year), and coached at USNA and Maryland. Today, he directs the Annapolis Hawks Club Lacrosse Program and runs Hogan Lax, which hosts some of the region’s largest boys’ lacrosse tournaments.

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Opponents of a proposed drive-thru-only Chick-fil-A at Route 2 and Arnold Road testified last week that it’ll snarl traffic, endanger kids, and possibly violate county zoning laws. Residents also raised concerns about tree removal, outdated traffic data, and health impacts from increased air pollution. One argued it doesn’t even meet the county’s definition of a “restaurant” since there’s no dine-in option.

Chick-fil-A’s team mostly stayed quiet during testimony. With plenty more voices still waiting to speak, the public comment period was extended through October 16. Stay tuned – the peanut oil in this fryer is heating up. ($)

If you’re in the habit of hitting up Eastport Kitchen for their monthly dinner specials, we have some bad news: This Saturday is the last day for those specials. The good news: Eastport Kitchen will still be open for breakfast and lunch 7 days a week. The Chesapeake Avenue eatery has been serving dinner since it opened in 2015 and expects to serve pop-up dinners throughout 2026 — so dinner won’t be a thing of the past completely.

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WEDNESDAY

Anywhere | Walk & Roll to School Day | Take part in this tradition to celebrate safe active routes to school for youth by walking, riding bikes, or skating to school. | Any time

ALL WEEKEND

Downtown Annapolis | Annapolis Sailboat Show | Ego Alley is transformed into a marina where you can see sailboats manufactured all around the world, plus all the gear and accessories you need. | 10 AM-6:30 PM (Thursday-Saturday) 10 AM-5 PM (Sunday)

Annapolis | The Light House Pumpkin Patch | This volunteer-run patch offers pumpkins of all sizes and helps raised funds for The Light House Shelter. | 2-6 PM (Thursday/Friday) 10 AM-6 PM (Saturday/Sunday)

When mayoral candidates Jared Littman (D) and Bobby O’Shea (R) met last Tuesday in their first head-to-head debate, the two men clashed over questions on how to handle the size of the city’s operating and and capital budgets. Things got a bit fiery, not too surprising for a political debate. They’ll be coming together again this Thursday at St. John’s College for the opportunity to discuss how the arts are integral to Annapolis which should be less fiery. Members of the arts community stepping into the conversation, as well. Artists, arts advocates, educators, patrons, and others are invited to attend. 5:30 PM to 7 in Mellon Hall.

The first inductees of the AACo. Tennis Alliance (AACTA) Hall of Fame have been announced and will celebrated next month in a formal ceremony recognizing their stellar work. Inductees come from AACTA, the Naval Academy, Special Olympics Maryland, the Tennis Alliance, and youth and senior programs. The Tennis Hall of Fame was founded by the AACTA this year, and will use the ceremony as a fundraiser to sustain and grow Tennis Alliance youth and adult outreach programs in the future. Get your tickets for the November 6 event here.

This year’s inductees are:

● Anne Arundel County Tennis Association Founders Ed & Faye Wetherhold, Bryce Jacobson, George Fowler, Warren Drake, Frank Scrivener, and Charlie Crane.
● Michele Archibald
● Robert Bayliss, varsity college tennis coach.
● Donald Fairhead (posthumous)
● Russell Fink (posthumous)
● Michael Heup
● Chris Kamenoff
● John Officer
● Peggy Sange
● Randall (Randy) Stevens
● John Wehner, USTA captain and co-captain of over 50 teams

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The County Council will meet for its regular meeting tonight at 7 PM at the Arundel Center (44 Calvert Street, Annapolis), and this month’s agenda includes ordinances concerning floodplain/stormwater management, animal rescue licenses, carwash licenses, public campaign financing, and sidewalk snow removal, among others. See the full agenda for details on all legislation. There will also be another meeting on October 20 at 7 PM. You can submit written testimony online or sign up to speak at a public hearing here, and watch the livestream of the meeting online.

The Capital Gazette has released another set of candidate profiles ahead of November’s general election. Along with its voter guide which asks all candidates the same questions and publishes their answers, the newspaper does deeper profiles for each ward’s candidate which are released at the same time. Profiles for both Ward 3 candidates, Keanuú Smith-Brown and Mike Dye, were published yesterday and we recommend reading both if you live and vote in Ward 3 (which is mostly the area between the western half of West Street and Forest Drive until the Safeway). ($)

🤷‍♂️ What ward am I in?

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This Thursday, October 9, 7–8:30 PM, the Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park presents Chesapeake Scenes II, an evening of stories, songs, and poetry celebrating life on the Bay. Hosted by Capt. Andy McCown, this performance brings the spirit and traditions of the Chesapeake to life. Admission is free! Attend in person or join via Zoom. Space is limited, so register today to experience a fun evening that captures the heritage and heart of the Chesapeake.*

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78 🌡️ 63 | ☀️ | 9% | 💨 S 9 mph (8 knots)

77 🌡️ 68 | ⛅ | 8% | 💨 S 12 mph (10 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 72ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

49 West | Madisun Bailey & Nate Finn | 7:30–10 PM
Brian Boru | PJ and Neal | 6–9 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Leftover Salmon w/ Sicard Hollow | 7 PM | Tickets

49 West |  Unified Jazz Ensemble | 7–9:30 PM
Captain’s Daughter | TBA | 5–7 PM
The Point | Kavoossi | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Sierra Hull & John Craigie | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Roadhouse | Madisun Bailey | 6 PM

Air Force might have gotten off to a hot start but no matter how cool their F-16 inspired uniforms were, Navy did what it’s done all year – found a way to win.

QB Blake Horvath engineered a school record 469 yards of offense and unlike folks have come to expect from service academy football, it wasn’t all on the ground. In fact, Horvath’s 339 passing yards are the most in a Navy game in over 30 years. His partner in crime? Senior WR Eli Heidenreich, who caught 8 passes for 243 yards (new school record) and 3 TDs (tied school record).

Explosive plays were the theme of the day with 4 out of 8 touchdowns coming on 50+ yard plays. In the end, Navy’s defense secured the victory, forcing a fumble on what could have been a game winning drive for Air Force. All the offense had to do was hold the ball for 3 minutes and they were up to the task.

📅 Next game: @ Temple (3-2) this Saturday (10/11) at 4 PM. Navy is currently favored by 8.5 points.

Football (5-0)
10/4 vs. Air Force | W 34-31

Men's Rugby (4-0)
10/4 vs. Life | W 29-21

Women's Soccer (8-5-1)
10/5 @ Holy Cross | L 1-0

Men's Soccer (3-5-4)
10/4 @ Colgate | L 2-0

Women's Volleyball (6-9)
10/3 @ Lehigh | L 3-1
10/4 @ Lafayette | W 3-0

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