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Naval Academy removes nearly 400 books from library in new DEI purge

Academy officials were told to review the library late last week, and an initial search had identified about 900 books for a closer look.

'In No Way Incompatible': Service Academy Alums Sign Letter Supporting Transgender Cadets, Midshipmen

Alumni representing every academy and a broad spectrum of generations have signed onto an open letter aimed at providing transgender and other gender-nonconforming students with encouragement.

Kiddie Academy® of Meridian under new ownership

Navy veterans and Boise residents Jeremy and Claire Wilson have assumed ownership of Kiddie Academy® of Meridian. The Wilsons are participating in the franchise industry's VetFran program, whereby Kiddie Academy can offer initial reduced franchise fees to former service members interested in Academy ownership.

Harbor 20: The Perfect Boat

The Harbor 20 was conceived in a bar, where a brainstorming session at Newport Harbor Yacht Club would result in the first launch by 1997. A 'mo-bettah'

Dobbins Island listed for $2.7 million near Chesapeake Bay

A 4,000+ square foot custom home, built in 2019, stands atop with a 360-degree panoramic view of the water and Bay Bridge.

U.S. Naval Academy Won’t Consider Race in Admissions

The U.S. Naval Academy will no longer consider an applicant’s race, ethnicity or sex during the admissions process, The Baltimore Banner reported, citing new court documents.

Dartmouth Applications Fall Following Return to Testing

Dartmouth College received 11 percent fewer applications for the Class of 2029 than last year, according to student newspaper The Dartmouth. It was the first year since 2020 that the college required applicants to submit standardized test scores.

Trump administration reportedly moves to ban Jackie Robinson biography from Naval Academy library

An article covering Jackie Robinson's military history was removed and later restored on the Pentagon's website last week.

U.S. Naval Academy ends affirmative action in admissions following Trump order

The U.S. Naval Academy will no longer consider race, ethnicity or sex as a factor for admission to the service institution, a response to an executive order by President Donald Trump, according to federal court documents made public Friday.

Anne Arundel Sheriff's Deputy Charged with Sexual Abuse of Minor in Annapolis

Sheriff's deputy Anthony Nickoles in Anne Arundel County has been charged with sexual abuse of a minor and related offenses; he's being held without bail.

A crime spree centered on beauty busted by Fairfax Co. police

Fairfax County Police say a trio of men from D.C. robbed the Annapolis Mall’s Ulta Beauty and are now behind bars.

Wisconsin's top-ranked high-school football recruit commits to Minnesota

For the third year in a row, the top-ranked football player in Wisconsin will play for someone other than the Badgers.

Naval Academy to no longer consider race in admissions

The U.S. Naval Academy has changed its policy and will no longer consider race as a factor when evaluating candidates to attend the elite military school, a practice it maintained even after the U.S.

Victim advocates push against a bill to give convicted felons another chance to get out of jail

People against the bill say it adds a hardship to victims' families who need to go to the courtroom and tell their story once again.

Granville Ferry heritage home de-registered after insurance rates skyrocket

The William Letteney House is the second municipal heritage property that has been de-registered in the past four months. The Capt. James Anthony House in Port Wade, which dates back to 1853, was de-registered in November due to the cost of insurance.

Alabama football recruiting: Five-star Jorden Edmonds commits as Crimson Tide land No. 1 CB in 2026 class

Alabama got a commitment from the nation's top cornerback as five-star Jorden Edmonds pledged to the Tide on Wednesday. The Class of 2026 prospect out of Sprayberry High School in Marietta, Georgia, picked Alabama over interest from Georgia and Tennessee.

For a New Adventure, They Wanted a Home on the Sea. But How Much Does a Boat Cost?

After decades of nomadic land-based living, a couple decided to search for a fishing vessel that could take them on their next journey. How far would $350,000 go?

Residents asks for stronger bond with Annapolis leaders after school bus stop shooting

Almost a week after a fatal shooting near a school bus stop, community members asked Annapolis leaders for change and connection.

Founders of Black-owned brands adapt their hopes and business plans for a post-DEI era

Pound Cake and Puzzles of Color are among the small businesses whose owners are rethinking their plans as major U.S. companies weaken their diversity, equity and inclusion programs. The initiatives mostly date from the end President Donald Trump’s first term and entered a new era with the dawn of his second one.

Military academies cancel handful of classes to comply with Trump’s DEI purge

Only a handful of courses at the military’s service academies have been eliminated to comply with President Donald Trump’s directive to scrub diversity programming from their campuses, the academies’ superintendents told a Senate subpanel hearing.

Visual Comfort & Co. Opens New Showroom in Annapolis, MD

Visual Comfort & Co. is pleased to announce the opening of its Annapolis showroom. The 3,500 square-foot showroom showcases an expansive assortment of lighting in every category and style including design partner collections such as Ralph Lauren,

Naval Academy superintendent among those questioned at US Senate hearing

Superintendents from three United States Military Academies were questioned by members of the U.S. Senate Committee on Armed Services at a hearing Wednesday as the Trump administration has attempted to dismantle DEI initiatives and threatened to limit the civilian workforce.

I-T and Tech Business Latest Tax Proposed to Address Maryland Budget Deficit

SALISBURY, Md. - A business-to-business tax may be dead in the water in Annapolis, but a new proposed 3% tax on I-T and other tech businesses and services is drawing

Man dead after early morning house fire in Pasadena, officials say

Stephen Geisendaffer Sr. was found dead in his Pasadena home after an early morning house fire, Anne Arundel Fire officials said.

House debates Maryland's budget as deficit closing decisions become clearer

In total, Republicans proposed 23 different floor amendments to the budget bill and the BRFA, all ended with the same result.

Meeting scheduled to address violence in Annapolis following deadly shooting

A community meeting is scheduled Tuesday to address violence in Annapolis following a deadly shooting at a bus stop. The shooting last Wednesday morning on Clay Street killed 36-year-old John Simms Jr.

Babson College Announces Pair of Visionary Entrepreneurs to Headline 2025 Commencement Ceremonies

CEO and Co-Owner of Boston Globe Media Linda Henry '00, H'19 will give the undergraduate Commencement address, with Co-Founder and former CEO of Blink UX Karen Clark Cole speaking at the graduate Commencement ceremony Wellesley,

A decadelong climate lawsuit saw plaintiffs grow from childhood to adulthood. Now, it’s over

Young climate activists argued the federal government’s role in climate change violated their constitutional rights.

Bishop Walsh wins state championship

The Bishop Walsh Mock Trial team won the 2025 Maryland State Championship with victories over Walter Johnson High School of Montgomery County and Worcester Preparatory School of Worcester

Interfaith rally held in Annapolis in support of ‘Immigrant Protection Package’

In Annapolis, an interfaith rally was held in support of legislation aimed at protecting immigrants. People marched from Calvary United Methodist Church to Lawyer's Mall in downtown Annapolis.

Sault College off to national title game looking for three-peat

Their opponent in the title game is a familiar one as the two teams have met more than once in the tournament over the years

Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal

A well-crafted label with clear, high-quality design speaks volumes.

Blueprint board staff will soon have an office to call home

The Blueprint Accountability and Implementation Board’s 10 employees are scheduled to move into an office space on West Street in Annapolis.

View from Manila: Welcome to the Indo-Pacific, Secretary Hegseth

Before Manila, Hegseth will visit the state of Hawaii, home of the Indo-Pacific Command (Indopacom). Then he goes to Guam, where a fourth of the territory is owned by the US defense department. After his meetings in Manila, Hegseth is set to visit Japan, another key ally of the United States.