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South River robotics team deploys underwater robot | PHOTOS

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 16:24:45 +0000

The Arundel Rivers Federation has partnered with the PowerHawks Robotics team from South River High School, who designed, built, and tested an “Oyster Robot” — a remotely operated vehicle created to monitor and collect data from our oyster sanctuary reef in Glebe Bay on the South River.

The boat Full Moon brings the club out to deploy the ROV. The Arundel Rivers Federation has partnered with the PowerHawks Robotics team from South River High School, who designed, built, and tested an “Oyster Robot” — a remotely operated vehicle created to monitor and collect data from our oyster sanctuary reef in Glebe Bay on the South River. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Max Sprague, 16, left, and Nick Pounds, 16, right, move the robot into position to deploy into the water. The Arundel Rivers Federation has partnered with the PowerHawks Robotics team from South River High School, who designed, built, and tested an “Oyster Robot” — a remotely operated vehicle created to monitor and collect data from our oyster sanctuary reef in Glebe Bay on the South River. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Due to a water leak the brains of the ROV has to be removed and repaired. The Arundel Rivers Federation has partnered with the PowerHawks Robotics team from South River High School, who designed, built, and tested an “Oyster Robot” — a remotely operated vehicle created to monitor and collect data from our oyster sanctuary reef in Glebe Bay on the South River. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Nick Pounds, 16, left, head mentor Ronny Ashley, center and Max Sprague, 16, troubleshoot the ROV after water got into the main unit of the robot. The Arundel Rivers Federation has partnered with the PowerHawks Robotics team from South River High School, who designed, built, and tested an “Oyster Robot” — a remotely operated vehicle created to monitor and collect data from our oyster sanctuary reef in Glebe Bay on the South River. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Max Sprague, 16, deploys the ROV into the water. The Arundel Rivers Federation has partnered with the PowerHawks Robotics team from South River High School, who designed, built, and tested an “Oyster Robot” — a remotely operated vehicle created to monitor and collect data from our oyster sanctuary reef in Glebe Bay on the South River. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Ansley Wood, 16, left, pilot Max Sprague, 16, and Nick Pounds, 16, move the ROV towards the oyster bed. The Arundel Rivers Federation has partnered with the PowerHawks Robotics team from South River High School, who designed, built, and tested an “Oyster Robot” — a remotely operated vehicle created to monitor and collect data from our oyster sanctuary reef in Glebe Bay on the South River. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Team members, from left, Ansley Wood, 16, Max Sprague, 16, and Nick Pounds, 16, all rising juniors, prepare the ROV to be deployed. The Arundel Rivers Federation has partnered with the PowerHawks Robotics team from South River High School, who designed, built, and tested an “Oyster Robot” — a remotely operated vehicle created to monitor and collect data from our oyster sanctuary reef in Glebe Bay on the South River. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

An underwater camera view of the oyster bed through the murky waters. The Arundel Rivers Federation has partnered with the PowerHawks Robotics team from South River High School, who designed, built, and tested an “Oyster Robot” — a remotely operated vehicle created to monitor and collect data from our oyster sanctuary reef in Glebe Bay on the South River. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

The ROV begins its journey to the oyster bed. The Arundel Rivers Federation has partnered with the PowerHawks Robotics team from South River High School, who designed, built, and tested an “Oyster Robot” — a remotely operated vehicle created to monitor and collect data from our oyster sanctuary reef in Glebe Bay on the South River. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Team members, from left, Nick Pounds, 16, Ansley Wood, 16 and Max Sprague, 16, all rising juniors, prepare the ROV to be deployed. The Arundel Rivers Federation has partnered with the PowerHawks Robotics team from South River High School, who designed, built, and tested an “Oyster Robot” — a remotely operated vehicle created to monitor and collect data from our oyster sanctuary reef in Glebe Bay on the South River. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Nick Pounds, 16, right, and Max Sprague, 16, left, troubleshoot the ROV after water got into the main unit of the robot. The Arundel Rivers Federation has partnered with the PowerHawks Robotics team from South River High School, who designed, built, and tested an “Oyster Robot” — a remotely operated vehicle created to monitor and collect data from our oyster sanctuary reef in Glebe Bay on the South River. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Nick Pounds, 16, left, and Max Sprague, 16, right, troubleshoot the ROV after water got into the main unit of the robot. The Arundel Rivers Federation has partnered with the PowerHawks Robotics team from South River High School, who designed, built, and tested an “Oyster Robot” — a remotely operated vehicle created to monitor and collect data from our oyster sanctuary reef in Glebe Bay on the South River. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Team member Max Sprague, 16, a rising junior, prepares the ROV to be deployed. The Arundel Rivers Federation has partnered with the PowerHawks Robotics team from South River High School, who designed, built, and tested an “Oyster Robot” — a remotely operated vehicle created to monitor and collect data from our oyster sanctuary reef in Glebe Bay on the South River. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Head mentor Ronny Ashley, left, and Max Sprague, 16, troubleshoot the robot after a water leak is found. The Arundel Rivers Federation has partnered with the PowerHawks Robotics team from South River High School, who designed, built, and tested an “Oyster Robot” — a remotely operated vehicle created to monitor and collect data from our oyster sanctuary reef in Glebe Bay on the South River. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

The team readies the ROV to go into the water. The Arundel Rivers Federation has partnered with the PowerHawks Robotics team from South River High School, who designed, built, and tested an “Oyster Robot” — a remotely operated vehicle created to monitor and collect data from our oyster sanctuary reef in Glebe Bay on the South River. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

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Chesapeake Bay Foundation volunteers clean oyster shells | PHOTOS

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 21:17:06 +0000

The Chesapeake Bay Foundation had volunteers from the Back Country Hunters and Anglers Armed Forces Initiative out to their Shady Side site to clean and load oyster shells into cages to be used to grow spat to repopulate protected oyster beds.

Army National Guardsman Frank Gambardella, left, and Garrett Robinson, USMC (Ret.) shovel shells into the sifter. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation had volunteers from the Back Country Hunters and Anglers Armed Forces Initiative out to their Shady Side site to clean and load oyster shells into cages to be used to grow spat to repopulate protected oyster beds. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Maj. Ken Huxtable, USMC, shovels shells into the sifter. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation had volunteers from the Back Country Hunters and Anglers Armed Forces Initiative out to their Shady Side site to clean and load oyster shells into cages to be used to grow spat to repopulate protected oyster beds. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

CBF intern Maia Ferreyra rakes loose shells back to the pile. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation had volunteers from the Back Country Hunters and Anglers Armed Forces Initiative out to their Shady Side site to clean and load oyster shells into cages to be used to grow spat to repopulate protected oyster beds. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Army veteran Greg Singleton shovels shells into a sifter. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation had volunteers from the Back Country Hunters and Anglers Armed Forces Initiative out to their Shady Side site to clean and load oyster shells into cages to be used to grow spat to repopulate protected oyster beds. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

The CBF oyster tanks that hold spat covered shells until they are ready for planting. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation had volunteers from the Back Country Hunters and Anglers Armed Forces Initiative out to their Shady Side site to clean and load oyster shells into cages to be used to grow spat to repopulate protected oyster beds. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Maj. Ken Huxtable, USMC, left, and Army veteran Greg Singleton dump shells into cages from the cleaning sifter. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation had volunteers from the Back Country Hunters and Anglers Armed Forces Initiative out to their Shady Side site to clean and load oyster shells into cages to be used to grow spat to repopulate protected oyster beds. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Newly filled cages are moved to the holding tanks. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation had volunteers from the Back Country Hunters and Anglers Armed Forces Initiative out to their Shady Side site to clean and load oyster shells into cages to be used to grow spat to repopulate protected oyster beds. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Army veteran Greg Singleton cleans shells in the sifter. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation had volunteers from the Back Country Hunters and Anglers Armed Forces Initiative out to their Shady Side site to clean and load oyster shells into cages to be used to grow spat to repopulate protected oyster beds. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Maj. Ken Huxtable, USMC, cleans shells in the sifter. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation had volunteers from the Back Country Hunters and Anglers Armed Forces Initiative out to their Shady Side site to clean and load oyster shells into cages to be used to grow spat to repopulate protected oyster beds. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

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Maryland’s Malik Washington holds free football camp | PHOTOS

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 00:10:25 +0000

Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school.

Spalding assistant football coach and camp instructor Anthony Messenger introduces Malik Washington. Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Spalding assistant football coach and camp instructor Anthony Messenger works with the kids. Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Malik Washington tells the kids where to go for drills. Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Malik Washington speaks to the campers and their family after being introduced. Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

The kids run drills and warm-ups. Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Malik Washington, right, greets camper Enzo Porter before it begins. Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

The kids hit the field. Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Malik Washington, right, his mother Kiana Teixeira, left and camp attendee Rylan Adams, 8, walk to the sidelines. Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Milo Locksley, 7, speaks about the camp before practice. Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Kids are split into teams with names like Juice, Speed and Turnt. Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Milo Locksley, 7, left, and Kyrie Gaskins, 7, right, speak about the camp before practice. Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Kiana Teixeira, Malik Washingtons mother, helps run the camp with her son and puts a wrist band on Manny Allen Jones, 9. Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Malik Washington, left, speaks with Spalding assistant football coach and camp instructor Anthony Messenger. Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Kiana Teixeira, Malik Washingtons mother, helps run the camp with her son and hands out t-shorts to the kids before it starts. Archbishop Spalding graduate and Maryland freshman quarterback Malik Washington holds a free football clinic for third to eighth grade students at his former high school. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

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Naval Academy welcomes plebes on I-Day | PHOTOS

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 16:24:42 +0000

The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday.

Discard hair from the plebes hair being shaved is placed in a can. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming midshipmen have their fit checked. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming midshipmen learn to salute. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman members, into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day in June. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming midshipmen march off to Bancroft Hall to see their rooms and unpack their gear. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Marine 2nd Lieutenant Colin DuPont instructs incoming plebes on how to salute. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming midshipman 4/C Fox is instructed on how to wear his cover. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming midshipmen are instructed on how to “plebe their covers” and stand at attention by Marine 2nd Lieutenant Ryan Raimondi. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Naval Academy barbers hard at work shaving incoming midshipmen’s heads. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming plebe Jackson Armbruster has his head shaved by Naval Academy barber April Clarke. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming midshipmen get their covers from Ensign Dennis Moynihan. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming plebe Sheetz reads their Reef Points book while waiting for instructions. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming plebe Andrew McMahon has his head shaved by Naval Academy barber Daniel Pentkowski. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming plebes make their way through Alumni Hall getting their gear. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming plebes get their name tags and Reef Points books. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming plebes check into their first station after saying goodbye to loved ones. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming plebes begin to lineup and say farewells to loved ones. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Ensign Connor Pettigrew uses a bullhorn to get incoming plebes to the correct line. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming midshipmen are instructed on how to salute. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming plebe Alina Diaz, from N.J. says farewell to her mother Alicia Diaz before checking in. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming plebe Emily Huynh, from N.J. says farewell to her father Vu Huynh before checking in. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Incoming plebe Olivia Palutis get her name tags and Reef Points book. The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshman, members into the Class of 2029 when they reported for Induction Day on Thursday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

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Navy Athletics change of command event | PHOTOS

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 21:54:22 +0000

Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk said his goodbyes to staff today and introduced new Navy athletic director Michael Kelly during an event at academy.

New Athletic Director Michael Kelly speaks to the press. Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk said his goodbyes to staff today and introduced new Navy athletic director Michael Kelly during an event at academy. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk hugs USNA Superintendent Vice Admiral Yvette Davids. Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk said his goodbyes to staff today and introduced new Navy athletic director Michael Kelly during an event at academy. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

New Athletic Director Michael Kelly speaks to people during a reception. Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk said his goodbyes to staff today and introduced new Navy athletic director Michael Kelly during an event at academy. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk, right, says goodbye to staff. Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk said his goodbyes to staff today and introduced new Navy athletic director Michael Kelly during an event at academy. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

New Athletic Director Michael Kelly, left, gets a framed jersey from Chet Gladchuk. Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk said his goodbyes to staff today and introduced new Navy athletic director Michael Kelly during an event at academy. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk said his goodbyes to staff today and introduced new Navy athletic director Michael Kelly during an event at academy. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk and new AD Michael Kelly wait to speak. Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk said his goodbyes to staff today and introduced new Navy athletic director Michael Kelly during an event at academy. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

New Athletic Director Michael Kelly gives remarks. Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk said his goodbyes to staff today and introduced new Navy athletic director Michael Kelly during an event at academy. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk, left, gives new AD Michael Kelly a warm welcome. Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk said his goodbyes to staff today and introduced new Navy athletic director Michael Kelly during an event at academy. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk gives remarks. Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk said his goodbyes to staff today and introduced new Navy athletic director Michael Kelly during an event at academy. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

New Athletic Director Michael Kelly walks by the welcoming screen. Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk said his goodbyes to staff today and introduced new Navy athletic director Michael Kelly during an event at academy. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

New Athletic Director Michael Kelly, left, speaks with outgoing AD Chet Gladchuk and USNA Superintendent Vice Admiral Yvette Davids. Outgoing Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk said his goodbyes to staff today and introduced new Navy athletic director Michael Kelly during an event at academy. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

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Schools out for students at Belle Grove Elementary School | PHOTOS

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 18:56:44 +0000

Students at Belle Grove Elementary School are dismissed for summer vacation on the last day of classes in Anne Arundel County.

Students at Belle Grove Elementary School are dismissed for summer vacation on the last day of classes in Anne Arundel County. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Damon Long, 8, center, a rising third grade student, leaps down the stairs on his way out. Students at Belle Grove Elementary School are dismissed for summer vacation on the last day of classes in Anne Arundel County. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Students at Belle Grove Elementary School are dismissed for summer vacation on the last day of classes in Anne Arundel County. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Ky’esha Fields, 11, left, a rising sixth grade student, hugs Lainey Hayes, 10, right, a rising fifth grade student, as they say goodbye. Students at Belle Grove Elementary School are dismissed for summer vacation on the last day of classes in Anne Arundel County. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Parents wait for their children to be dismissed. Students at Belle Grove Elementary School are dismissed for summer vacation on the last day of classes in Anne Arundel County. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Ava Johnson, 7, who celebrates a birthday soon, carries a cupcake as she leaves for the summer. Students at Belle Grove Elementary School are dismissed for summer vacation on the last day of classes in Anne Arundel County. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Lainey Hayes, 10, a rising fifth grade student, blows bubbles as she says goodbye to students and teachers. Students at Belle Grove Elementary School are dismissed for summer vacation on the last day of classes in Anne Arundel County. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Elias Sandoval Herrator, 6, center, a rising first grade student, carries an art project on his way out. Students at Belle Grove Elementary School are dismissed for summer vacation on the last day of classes in Anne Arundel County. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Students at Belle Grove Elementary School are dismissed for summer vacation on the last day of classes in Anne Arundel County. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

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Naval Academy Color Parade 2025 | PHOTOS

Thu, 22 May 2025 18:44:56 +0000

The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning.

First class midshipmen Joey Kelsey falls forward into the fountain with his 26th Company mates at Radford Terrace to continue the tradition of jumping in water after the parade. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

First class midshipmen jump in the fountain at Radford Terrace to continue the tradition of jumping in water after the parade. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

First class midshipmen run towards the fountain at Radford Terrace to continue the tradition of jumping in water after the parade. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

The 30 companies of midshipmen march past the parade review party. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

26th Company marches down Decatur Road with the rest of the midshipmen to conclude the parade. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

2nd Company marches past the parade review party. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

The Naval Academy Pipes and Drums march onto the field. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

First class midshipmen Samantha Abel, left, and Cameron Colavito, right, both with 30th Company falls into the fountain at Radford Terrace to continue the tradition of jumping in water after the parade. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

The midshipmen color guard marches onto the field. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

20th Company receive the honor of being named the Color Company for the fall semester and the special guidon. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

The midshipmen companies march onto the field with the Severn River in the background. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

3rd Company marches past the parade review party. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

1st Company marches past the parade review party. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

20th Company marches forward to receive the honor of being named the Color Company for the fall semester. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

The midshipmen command staff march onto the field. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

23rd Company stands on the field with the Severn River behind them. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

The midshipmen companies march onto the field. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

The Naval Academy silent drill team, the Jolly Rogers, performed before the parade kicked off. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

The Naval Academy Band marches past the parade review party. The U.S. Naval Academy held their annual Color Parade to honor the fall and spring color companies on Worden Field Thursday morning. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

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Blue Angels greet fans at McGarvey’s | PHOTOS

Wed, 21 May 2025 02:35:29 +0000

Blue Angels pilots and crew stopped by McGarvey’s Saloon and Oyster Bar to greet fans after their arrival and practice show Tuesday.

Blue Angel Executive Officer Commander Bryce Aubuchon, signs autographs for fan Griffin Brown, 12. Blue Angels pilots and crew stopped by McGarvey’s Saloon and Oyster Bar to greet fans after their arrival and practice show Tuesday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Blue Angel #7 pilot Major Scott Laux, USMC, signs a shirt for Vivian Womack, age 10. Blue Angels pilots and crew stopped by McGarvey’s Saloon and Oyster Bar to greet fans after their arrival and practice show Tuesday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Blue Angel #3 pilot Major Brandon Wilkins, USMC, right, signs autographs for fans under the watchful eye of Executive Officer Commander Bryce Aubuchon, left. Blue Angels pilots and crew stopped by McGarvey’s Saloon and Oyster Bar to greet fans after their arrival and practice show Tuesday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Blue Angel #1 pilot Commander Adam Bryan, USN, signs autographs for fans. Blue Angels pilots and crew stopped by McGarvey’s Saloon and Oyster Bar to greet fans after their arrival and practice show Tuesday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Blue Angel #7 pilot Major Scott Laux, USMC, signs autographs for fans. Blue Angels pilots and crew stopped by McGarvey’s Saloon and Oyster Bar to greet fans after their arrival and practice show Tuesday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Blue Angel #1 pilot Commander Adam Bryan, USN, signs a paper airplane for Emilie MacLaughlin, 9. Blue Angels pilots and crew stopped by McGarvey’s Saloon and Oyster Bar to greet fans after their arrival and practice show Tuesday. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

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The Blue Angels arrive in Annapolis | PHOTOS

Tue, 20 May 2025 21:34:49 +0000

The Blue Angels, U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, arrived in Annapolis Tuesday morning and performed a practice show to prepare for Wednesday afternoon’s main show.

The Blue Angels, U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, arrived in Annapolis Tuesday morning and performed a practice show to prepare for their main show Wednesday afternoon. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

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Broadneck defeats Quince Orchard MPSSAA girls lacrosse semifinal | PHOTOS

Sat, 17 May 2025 21:57:45 +0000

The Broadneck Bruins defeated the Quince Orchard Cougars, 19-14, to win an MPSSAA Class 4A girls lacrosse State Semifinal game at Glen Burnie High School.

Quince Orchard’s Hannah Wagner, center, loses the ball as she tries to force her way through the defense of Broadneck’s Nora Lopes, left, and Sienna Miller, right, in the first quarter. The Broadneck Bruins defeated the Quince Orchard Cougars, 19-14, to win an MPSSAA Class 4A girls lacrosse State Semifinal game at Glen Burnie High School.

Broadneck’s Sienna Miller shoots and scores in the first quarter. The Broadneck Bruins defeated the Quince Orchard Cougars, 19-14, to win an MPSSAA Class 4A girls lacrosse State Semifinal game at Glen Burnie High School. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Broadneck’s Avery Katzen runs through Quince Orchard’s Ellie Hodge on her way to scoring on this play in the first quarter.The Broadneck Bruins defeated the Quince Orchard Cougars, 19-14, to win an MPSSAA Class 4A girls lacrosse State Semifinal game at Glen Burnie High School. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Broadneck’s Savannah Libby works the ball behind the Quince Orchard goal in the first quarter. The Broadneck Bruins defeated the Quince Orchard Cougars, 19-14, to win an MPSSAA Class 4A girls lacrosse State Semifinal game at Glen Burnie High School. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Broadneck cutter Raleigh Kerst grabs the pass, shoots and scores in the second quarter. The Broadneck Bruins defeated the Quince Orchard Cougars, 19-14, to win an MPSSAA Class 4A girls lacrosse State Semifinal game at Glen Burnie High School. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Broadneck’s Avery Katzen shoots and scores in the first quarter.The Broadneck Bruins defeated the Quince Orchard Cougars, 19-14, to win an MPSSAA Class 4A girls lacrosse State Semifinal game at Glen Burnie High School. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Broadneck’s Ceci Facciponti scores on a free position in the second quarter. The Broadneck Bruins defeated the Quince Orchard Cougars, 19-14, to win an MPSSAA Class 4A girls lacrosse State Semifinal game at Glen Burnie High School. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Broadneck’s Sienna Miller works the ball in front of the Quince Orchard goal as Bridget Vandegrift pressures her in the first quarter. The Broadneck Bruins defeated the Quince Orchard Cougars, 19-14, to win an MPSSAA Class 4A girls lacrosse State Semifinal game at Glen Burnie High School. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Broadneck’s Ceci Facciponti, left, celebrates with teammate Avery Katzen, center, after Katzen scored in the first quarter. The Broadneck Bruins defeated the Quince Orchard Cougars, 19-14, to win an MPSSAA Class 4A girls lacrosse State Semifinal game at Glen Burnie High School. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Broadneck’s Sienna Miller runs past Quince Orchard’s Bridget Vandegrift, left, and Amber-Clark Matta, center, in the first quarter. The Broadneck Bruins defeated the Quince Orchard Cougars, 19-14, to win an MPSSAA Class 4A girls lacrosse State Semifinal game at Glen Burnie High School. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

Broadneck’s Ceci Facciponti works her way around Quince Orchard’s Natalia Serrano in the second quarter. The Broadneck Bruins defeated the Quince Orchard Cougars, 19-14, to win an MPSSAA Class 4A girls lacrosse State Semifinal game at Glen Burnie High School.

Broadneck’s Nya Williams, right, busts through the defense of Quince Orchard’s Sienna Sherman, left, and Kelly Campbell, right, like the Kool-Aid Man busting through a brick wall in the second quarter. The Broadneck Bruins defeated the Quince Orchard Cougars, 19-14, to win an MPSSAA Class 4A girls lacrosse State Semifinal game at Glen Burnie High School.

Broadneck’s Raleigh Kerst scores on a free position as Quince Orchard’s Ellie Hodge, left, and Bridget Vandegrift, right, try to stop her in the second quarter. The Broadneck Bruins defeated the Quince Orchard Cougars, 19-14, to win an MPSSAA Class 4A girls lacrosse State Semifinal game at Glen Burnie High School. (Paul W. Gillespie/Staff)

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