Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced this week that the Baltimore Ravens have committed $500K toward the construction of a new destination playground in Owings Mills. The playground, to be situated in Northwest Regional Park, will be approximately .8 acres and will not replace the existing playground at the park. It will be located near the Lyons Mill Road entrance and feature a wheelchair accessible rubberized surface and a timed 40-yard dash, among other equipment…

U.S. Senator Ben Cardin U.S. Senator Ben Cardin invites all MACo members to participate in a virtual town hall on Monday, January 11, 10 am – 11 am. Senator Cardin will review the most recent COVID-19 relief package, give an overview of expectations for the 117th Congress, and answer questions from the audience. MACo members are welcomed to submit questions in advance, or ask questions live during the meeting. MACo members who would like to…

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