🍦What happened at the Naval Academy last week

Good morning, Annapolis. 97 years ago today, Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin completely by accident. So the next time you don’t have time to clean the kitchen, remember you’re just one petri dish away from changing the world.

Just kidding. Clean your sink. It’s gross.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

Let’s get to it.

— Lauren Burke Meyer, Dylan Roche, & Duffy Perkins

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The Annapolis Primary Election is right around the corner — Tuesday, September 16, to be exact. Here’s the quick rundown:

🗳️ Who’s Voting?

🏫 Where to Vote (7 AM – 8 PM)

You must vote at your assigned polling place:

📌 Find your polling place or ward using the City’s Ward Map.

📬 Voting by Mail?

There have been USPS delays affecting:

What to do:

📊 Results + Certification

❓Need Help?

Call the Help Desk at 410-222-0498.  For voting and mail-in ballot issues, call 410-222-0493.

More info: 2025 Elections Information

⏰ Set a reminder, double-check your ward, and don’t miss your chance to vote!

The Anne Arundel County Circuit Court has upheld the Annapolis Historic Preservation Commission’s approval of the Maritime Welcome Center, clearing the way for serious construction to begin after this fall’s boat shows.

The welcome center will serve as the new home for the Harbormaster and Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel. It’ll also add showers, laundry, restrooms, and workspace for visiting boaters — part of a broader plan to modernize City Dock while protecting it from flooding and sea level rise.

The court ruled the HPC acted within its authority and followed the review process carefully.

A bogus threat at the Naval Academy on Thursday led to a midshipman being shot and a law enforcement officer injured. Rumors falsely claimed that a dismissed midshipman planned to return to campus disguised as police with intent to harm people. The threat was traced to a laptop belonging to the dismissed student, who was later confirmed to be out of state.

Amid the confusion, a midshipman mistook a real law enforcement officer for the alleged threat and struck him with a parade rifle. The officer shot the midshipman in the shoulder. Both were treated and released from local hospitals.

Naval Academy officials confirmed there was no active shooter. NCIS is investigating. The academy briefly went into lockdown, but normal operations resumed Friday. Public visitation was suspended for the day.

🧐 Why didn’t we address this sooner? Simple. We always strive for facts and we don’t alter our publishing schedule. We didn’t believe there was enough correct information available by 6 AM on Friday for that day’s newsletter so we’re publishing the story today.

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This is not a drill — it’s Maryland Restaurant Week, and that means serious eats across the state. From now through Sunday, some of our favorite local spots are serving up special deals, prix fixe menus, and one-of-a-kind creations you might never see on their menus again.

The best part? No tickets, passes, or passwords needed. Just show up hungry and support the amazing local chefs, bartenders, and servers who make our food scene shine.

Participating restaurants include:

🇮🇪 Galway Bay
🍕 Vin 909
🧱 Reynolds Tavern
🪢 Blackwall Hitch
🐃 Rodizio Grill
🥞 Miss Shirley’s

The long-anticipated World of Beer at Annapolis Mall hasn’t opened just yet — but progress is finally visible. Originally slated for a Q2 opening, the restaurant is taking over the former Applebee’s building. When the Capital stopped by, the exterior had a fresh coat of paint, construction crews were active, and job postings for line cooks, servers, and kitchen managers were live online. Still no signage, but it’s clearly moving forward.

When it opens, World of Beer will bring a massive selection of brews – usually about 50 on tap with a few hundred different bottles. The list is curated with input from local breweries and pairs with a food menu specially designed for beer. It’ll join existing Maryland locations in Rockville, Owings Mills, and soon, Bethesda.

No word yet on an updated opening date, but things are definitely bubbling. ($)

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WEDNESDAY

West Street | Dinner Under the Stars | Dance, dine, and dink (that’s a pickleball thing) on a closed section of West Street | 6–10 PM

THURSDAY

Back Creek | September Sunsets concert series | Another double feature with Arcade Band and Nate Finn’s All You Need | 5:45–8 PM

Edgewater | Colonial Cocktails | Historic London Town teaches alcohol’s place in healing history with Dr. Salmon’s punch and mint juleps | 6:30–7:30 PM

ALL WEEKEND

Sandy Point State Park | Baygrass Music Festival | Greensky Bluegrass, Molly Tuttle, Railroad Earth, The Travelin’ McCourys, and about a dozen more fabulous bluegrass bands | Saturday & Sunday

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Spencer Jones, owner of Chick & Ruth’s Delly in downtown Annapolis, is officially running for Anne Arundel County Council in District 7. The Crofton resident announced his candidacy Friday, running as a Democrat in the 2026 election.

Jones, 27, has led Chick & Ruth’s for more than four years after taking over from his late father. The restaurant just celebrated its 60th anniversary last month.

Jones’ priorities include lowering the cost of living, public safety, and streamlining permitting. You can learn more about his campaign at votespencerjones.com.

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79 🌡️ 65 | ⛅ | 8% | 💨 ENE 10 mph (9 knots)

70 🌡️ 64 | 🌦️ | 34% | 💨 NE 15 mph (13 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 76ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

49 West | Leslie Webber | 4–7 PM
49 West | Naked Blue with Eric Scott and Mark St. Pierre Guest Larry Ahearn Opens | 7:30–10:30 PM

49 West | Unified Jazz Ensemble | 7–9:30 PM
Annapolis Songwriters Festival | See lineup | All Day
Brian Boru | Ray Weaver | 6–9 PM
Captain’s Daughter | TBA | 5–7 PM
The Point | Aidan Ewald | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Michael Schenker w/ Jared James Nichols | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Roadhouse | Faith & Faithful | 6 PM

Another week, another win. But this time, our Mids took the scenic route. After coughing up the ball on their first three drives and spotting Tulsa a 14–0 lead, Navy stormed back for a 42–23 win — their first American Conference road victory of the season.

QB Blake Horvath started the game ice cold but ended red hot. He rushed for 159 yards and a TD, threw for another, and most importantly, kept his cool under pressure. As Coach Newberry put it: “Our captain does not ever flinch.” Neither did the rest of the team. Snipe Eli Heidenreich racked up 112 yards and a score, and Alex Tecza pounded in two touchdowns of his own.

Defense? Once again, it was a tale of two halves. After a shaky start, the Mids stiffened up and held Tulsa to just 9 points the rest of the way. LB MarcAnthony Parker led with 11 tackles, and corner Justin Ross sealed the game with a pick.

🫡 Mids are 3–0, 2–0 in conference play, and averaging 44 points per game. Not too shabby.

🛏️ Next up: Bye week — then it’s back home vs. Rice on the 27th.

Football (3-0)
9/13 @ Tulsa | W 42-23

Women's Rugby (1-2)
9/13 @ Lindenwood | L 64-17

Men's Rugby (2-0)
9/13 vs. Mary Washington | W 65-3

Women's Soccer (7-3)
9/14 vs. UMBC | W 3-0

Men's Soccer (1-2-4)
9/13 vs. Holy Cross | T 1-1

Women's Volleyball (4-5)
9/12 vs. Gardner-Webb vs. Le Moyne | Gardner-Webb 3, Le Moyne 0
9/12 vs. Gardner-Webb | L 3-1
9/13 vs. Hampton vs. Le Moyne | W 3-0
9/13 vs. Hampton | W 3-0

Men's Soccer (1-2-4)
9/15 vs. UMBC | 7 PM

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