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, father of three, amateur pizza chef, skateboarder, and "bar food" foodie. Email me at Kevin@InceptMM.com and follow me on Twitter at @SoBoKevin.
Topgolf To Open in October or November in South Baltimore
The long wait for Topgolf in South Baltimore will soon come to an end. An official with Horseshoe Casino Baltimore ownership team CBAC, which is a partner in the project and mixed-use development on Warner St., told SouthBMore.com Topgolf will open in late-October or early-November.
Checkerspot Brewing Buys New Building, Will Move a Few Blocks West
After four years at 1399 S. Sharp St. in Stadium Area, Checkerspot Brewing Company will move a few blocks west to 1421 Ridgely St. in Carroll-Camden Industrial Area. Checkerspot Brewing Company owners and married couple Judy and Rob Neff purchased the 24,000 sq. ft. building yesterday and will soon begin a renovation to convert the new space into a brewery.
South Baltimore Crime Updates
According to the Baltimore Police Department (BPD) Crime Map, the following crimes were from 8/31/22 to 9/6/22.
Limoncello Opening a Pizza Shop at Anthem House
Limoncello, the Amalfi Coast-inspired Italian restaurant at Anthem House in Locust Point, is leasing a second storefront in the apartment building for a new concept called Limoncello Pizzeria.
Weekend Events Around Baltimore
Maryland State Fair, Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover, Defenders’ Day, O’s/Red Sox, Riverside Summer Concert, The Tributary Festival, SOBO Cleanup, Rally In The Alley, Skid Row, Second Sundays, Brian Keene Book Signing, outdoor fitness, farmers’ markets, and more!
South Baltimore Crime Updates
An aggravated assault in Otterbein, an auto theft in Federal Hill, a shooting in Riverside, a robbery in South Baltimore, an auto theft and double shooting in Pigtown, and an auto theft in Carroll-Camden.
E. coli Found in Water in West Baltimore, Water Boil Advisory Issued for Parts of South Baltimore
Total coliform and E. coli contaminants have been found in water in parts of Baltimore City. A Boil Water Advisory (BWA) has been issued for many parts of West Baltimore and parts of South Baltimore including industrial sections of Cherry Hill and the neighborhoods of Lakeland, Morrell Park, Saint Agnes, Oaklee Violetville, and Yale Heights.
New Playground Opens at Francis Scott Key Elementary Middle School
A new playground at Francis Scott Key Elementary Middle School (FSK) in Locust Point recently opened just in time for the start of the 2022/2023 school year. The $100,000-project was spearheaded by a fundraising and volunteer effort from the FSK Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO).
Weekend Events Around Baltimore
Sugar Boat Goods One-Year Birthday, Maryland State Fair, First Thursday, TROMBONE SHORTY, Jazzy Summer Nights, O’s/A’s, Summer Sounds, Zoo Bop, Labor Day Raft UP, Maryland Cycling Classic, outdoor fitness, farmers’ markets, and more fun.
GoFundMe Launched for Dr. T of Pickles-Light Street Animal Hospital
Dr. John C. Trujillo (Dr. T), owner and veterinarian at Pickles-Light Street Animal Hospital in Riverside/South Baltimore, was shot at his business on Monday and sustained non-fatal injuries.
South Baltimore Crime Updates
Two robberies in Otterbein; an aggravated assault in Federal Hill; an aggravated assault and robbery in South Baltimore; a robbery, aggravated assault, and shooting in Pigtown; and two aggravated assaults in Union Square.
Real-Time Train Arrival Information Now Available for the Light Rail
The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA) announces the launch of real-time location and predicted arrival information for its Light Rail trains.
Barracudas Now Back Open in Locust Point
After being closed down since July 4th of last year due to a fire, Barracudas Locust Point Tavern reopened last week. Barracudas ownership and managerial team spent the last 13 months working with contractors and its staff to reopen.
UPDATED: Barricade Situation on the 1600 Block of Light Street in South Baltimore
There is currently a barricade situation at Light Street Animal Hospital at 1601 Light St. in South Baltimore/Riverside following a shooting inside the building. The animal hospital is at the corner of Light St. and Randall St.
Weekend Events Around Baltimore
Maryland State Fair, O’s/White Sox, Ravens/Commanders, Celeste Barber, Bike Party, Music City Maryland Festival, Murder Mystery Dinner, Defenders’ Day at Fort Howard, outdoor fitness, farmers’ markets, and more. Have a great weekend!
Sobo Baseball Club 8-U Team Wins Tournament
The newly-formed Sobo Baseball Club won the AYRA High Heat Rec All-Star Tournament in Howard Country with its 8u team last month. Kenny Kulesz, who started the organization, said the team was comprised completely of kids who played in the South Baltimore Little League.
Baltimore Museum of Industry’s Old Bay Exhibit Featured on CBS Mornings
CBS Mornings aired a feature on Old Bay seasoning and its huge popularity in the region. Major Garrett, the host of the segment, interviewed 97-year-old Ralph Brunn, who is the son of Old Bay founder Gustav Brunn.
