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<p>A Harwood man is charged with animal cruelty after allegedly shooting a Belgian Malinois dog, a proposed 27% pay hike for the Anne Arundel County Executive, a new luxury hotel opening in downtown Annapolis, new security restrictions at the Naval Academy, and a packed weekend of local events including comedy, parades, plant sales, and more—tune in to the DNB for the details.</p>

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<p>Good morning, it’s Friday, May 9th, 2025, and THIS is your Eye On Annapolis <a href=”https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-annapolis-daily-news-brief/id1273246124?mt=2″ target=”_blank” >Daily News Brief</a> presented by Annapolis <a href=”https://bit.ly/AnpSubaru” target=”_blank” >Subaru</a> and the <a href=”https://bit.ly/SPCAAAC1″ target=”_blank” >SPCA of Anne Arundel County</a>!</p>

<p>Welp, we have a new Pope—is congratulations the right thing to say? I do hope he continues the good work of Francis— he seemed like a real good egg. Here’s your OMG fact: Avocados are poisonous to birds. So don’t feed them to your birds—and who would do that anyhow—they are expensive! But now, we have news. So shall we?</p>

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<p>A Harwood woman reported her Belgian Malinois, named Maisie, missing on April 23, 2025, believing the dog had been shot three days earlier. <a href=”https://www.facebook.com/aacopd” target=”_blank” >Anne Arundel County Police</a> took over the investigation and later charged a 70-year-old Harwood man with animal cruelty-related offenses. The charges were filed via criminal summons on May 8, but Maisie’s remains have not been recovered. Police are asking the public to come forward with any information that could help locate the dog’s remains, either by calling the Southern District Detectives or the anonymous police tip line.</p>

<p>The Anne Arundel County Council is reviewing a proposal to increase the salary of the next county executive by 27%, the first council-initiated raise since 2014. The bill would raise the salary from $142,000 to $180,000 starting in December 2026, with $3,000 annual increases until 2029. The proposal stems from a personnel board recommendation citing regional salary comparisons, noting Anne Arundel’s executive is among the lowest-paid in the area. Current County Executive Steuart Pittman, who is term-limited, supports the raise but will not benefit from it. A public hearing is scheduled for June 2, and the measure requires at least five council votes to pass.</p>

<p>A new nine-room luxury boutique hotel, 86 State Circle, will open in downtown Annapolis on May 15, 2025. Developed by Severn Grove Hospitality Group, the hotel combines historic architecture with upscale amenities, such as heated marble bathroom floors and a guest-only speakeasy lounge hidden behind brickwork. Each room is named after a historical Maryland figure and decorated with themes inspired by 18th-century Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay. The hotel aims to offer a high-end experience while staying rooted in the city’s character and heritage.</p>

<p>As of this week, new restrictions are in place for non-U.S. citizens visiting the U.S. Naval Academy and Naval Support Activity Annapolis. Non-citizens must now be accompanied by a U.S. citizen with Department of Defense credentials and must be attending official business with an official passport. The update coincides with the nationwide rollout of the REAL ID Act, which now requires REAL ID-compliant identification for access to military installations and other federal sites. The Naval Academy’s public affairs office did not clarify what the previous policy for non-citizen visitors was.</p>

<p>Looking ahead to this weekend in Annapolis, there are several events planned.</p>

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<li><strong>Friday:</strong> Christine O’Dea headlines the Beer Run Comedy show at Stan and Joe’s Saloon with comedian Thezz Grimes. Tickets are $20 online, $25 at the door.</li>

<li><strong>Saturday:</strong> The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade, rescheduled from April, will begin at Amos Garrett Boulevard and end on Calvert Street, followed by the African Diaspora Festival. Also Saturday, the MRE’s .05K Bridge Run takes place at the Spa Creek Bridge with tickets at $30 to run—free to watch and laugh. At 11 am at <a href=”http://bit.ly/1fWGcDf” target=”_blank” >Maryland Hall</a>, the ASO is teaming up with the BTM for the annual Family Concert—and for those not up on the acronyms— Annapolis Symphony Orchestra and Ballet Theatre of Maryland!</li>

<li><strong>Sunday:</strong> The William Paca Garden Plant Sale will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., offering more than 8,000 plants. Entry is free, and plant prices vary.</li>

<li><strong>Monday:</strong> Watermark’s daily water taxi service resumes, signaling the unofficial start of summer in Annapolis.</li>
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<p>Be sure to catch our Local Business Spotlight this Saturday at noon. This week, we chatted with Dr. Yasaman Roland all about her practice, The Center for Transformative Dentistry</p>

<p>And today, on Canines & Crosstreks, Lainey, a big ole Rottie joins us Listen to our spot now, and then check out <a href=”http://EyeOnAnnapolis.net” class=”autohyperlink” target=”_blank”>EyeOnAnnapolis.net</a> at noon for some irresistible photos of Lainey and get all the information on how you can adopt her!. </p>

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