Author Archive: Kevin Lynch
Founder and Publisher of SouthBmore.com, longtime resident of South Baltimore, and a graduate of Towson University. Diehard Ravens and O's fan, beach volleyball enthusiast, dog lover, and "bar food" foodie. Email me at [email protected] and follow me on Twitter at @SoBoKevin.
T. Rowe Price Relocating Headquarters from the Inner Harbor to Harbor Point
T. Rowe Price Group, Inc. announced today it will relocate from its current headquarters at 100 E. Pratt St. to the Harbor Point development in Fells Point in 2024. T. Rowe Price has signed a 15-year lease for two buildings, totaling 450,000 sq. ft., that will be constructed by Beatty Development Group and Armada Hoffler Construction.
Photo Tour: New Murals Around South Baltimore
There is a lot of new artwork around South Baltimore as murals have been painted on rowhomes in Mount Clare, Pigtown, Union Square, Federal Hill, and Riverside.
Baltimore Issues RFP for a Redevelopment or Replacement of the Baltimore Arena
BDC stated in a press release that “the goal of redevelopment is either a major renovation of the existing structure or a newly constructed arena at the current site. BDC’s goal is to create a major transformation of the existing Arena into a first-class, modern, entertainment and event venue through either renovation or new construction.”
Banners Painted by Francis Scott Key Students On Display at Rash Field Construction Site
New banners painted by Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School students were hung this week on the construction fence at Rash Field. The banners are part of an initiative by Waterfront Partnership to build excitement for the redevelopment of the Inner Harbor park.
‘Baltimore Small Business Stories’ Launches with Photo Essays of Local Entrepreneurs
A new website called Baltimore Small Business Stories (BaltimoreSmall.com) recently launched to highlight the unique stories of small business owners in the area. Baltimore Small Business Stories is a photo essay project by Federal Hill resident Jon Bregel and New York resident Rocco Campenelli.
Pet Shop and Groomer ‘D’Luxurious Paws’ Opens in Federal Hill
D’Luxurious Paws has opened at 924 Light St. in Federal Hill. The new pet shop, which offers pet grooming, dog daycare, and dog obedience school, takes over a space that was formerly home to pet shop Pawtimore before it closed in January.
Detroit-Style Pizza Restaurant ‘Underground Pizza’ Coming to Power Plant Live!
Detroit-style pizza concept Underground Pizza will be opening its first brick-and-mortar location at Power Plant Live! Downtown. Underground Pizza will take over a 1,400 sq. ft. space at the plaza that was formerly the home of Joe Squared and Charm City Pizza.
BMORE LICKS Now Open in Federal Hill
Popular Canton ice cream shop BMORE LICKS opened its second location at 901 Light St. in Federal Hill over the weekend. The 1,000 sq. ft. storefront was the former home of Pitilis Cleaners which closed earlier this year.
Shofer’s Furniture Closing in 2021, Properties Listed for Redevelopment
After 106 years in business, Shofer’s Furniture will be closing its shop at 930 S. Charles St. in Federal Hill next February or March. Shofer’s will begin a close-out sale right after Christmas.
‘On Brazilian Time’ Food Truck Patio Coming Soon to Key Highway in Federal Hill
Brothers David Braun and Alexandre Silva are opening the On Brazilian Time food truck which will stay parked at 1302 Key Hwy. in Federal Hill. Braun and Silva built an attached patio with picnic tables, bar tops, and string lighting for patrons to enjoy on the former gas station property.
Car Crashes into Blue Agave’s Parklet Dining Space
On Tuesday morning around 430am, a speeding car crashed into Blue Agave’s outdoor dining parklet on Light St. and destroyed it. No one was injured.
Afters Café to Reopen on Friday Following Renovation
Afters will have the same layout, but Hahn completely rebuilt the inside of the space by tearing out the existing flooring and replacing it, building new counters, and painting the walls. It will soon have a defined kids area with games and an adults section as well.
Electrolyte-Enhanced Vodka ‘Lytos’ Launches in Baltimore
A new electrolyte-enhanced vodka called Lytos launched this week in Baltimore. Lytos was started by South Baltimore resident Bill Fanshawe and former South Baltimore residents Nicholas DiSanti and Andrew Jones, who both now live in Canton. All three of the founders grew up in the Baltimore area and graduated from Towson University.
Baltimore-Themed Shirts for Sale to Benefit the Tim Moriconi Endowment Scholarship Fund
The family of Tim Moriconi, who was tragically murdered in Federal Hill in 2018, has launched new shirts, bottle openers, and stickers to raise money for the Tim Moriconi Endowment Scholarship Fund at Fishburne Military School in Virginia.
The Late Tom Clancy’s 12,000 Sq. Ft. Condo at The Ritz-Carlton Residences Heads to Auction
The late Tom Clancy’s former 12,000 sq. ft. condo at The Ritz-Carlton Residences will be offered at auction on December 12th at 11am by Angel Stevens of Cummings & Co Realtors.
Cielo Verde Opens for Catering Events at American Visionary Art Museum
Cielo Verde, a cafe and event space at American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM), has opened for catering events. Cielo Verde was first announced in February, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, its café has not yet opened. The third-story space was previously occupied by Encantada which closed in January 2019.
Veteran-Owned Businesses in South Baltimore
Happy Veterans Day to all the veterans and active duty military members in South Baltimore and beyond. Here’s a list of some of the veteran-owned businesses in the area.
