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TJEMS, Federal Hill Prep, and FSK Rank in Baltimore’s Top 6 Elementary Schools
Riverside’s Thomas Johnson Elementary Middle School (TJEMS) was ranked as the top elementary school in Baltimore City, according to a new U.S. News & World Report Ranking.
‘Smoking Joe’s BBQ’ Closes in Federal Hill
Smokin Joe’s Smokehouse Cafe closed its 800 sq. ft. restaurant at 1448 Light St. in Federal Hill in recent weeks. The Eastern North Carolina BBQ carryout restaurant opened in 2021 after being a catering business for 10 years.
New Stop Sign Coming to Fort Avenue
“A huge thank you to the neighbors who brought this issue to my attention and advocated to help us get this commitment. This intersection has a high volume of pedestrian traffic, specifically parents walking their children to and from Thomas Johnson Elementary Middle School (TJEMS).”
Thomas Johnson Fall Festival This Saturday
The Fall Festival will have fun games, activities, and delicious food items for the whole family. Some of the activities include a moon bounce, a dunk tank, face painting, and fall crafts.
‘Five Below’ Now Open at Southside Marketplace in Locust Point
First announced in May 2022, the Five Below has opened at Suite 26 of Southside Marketplace in Riverside/Locust Point. Five Below opens in a 9,200 sq. ft. space vacated by Walgreens in November of last year.
Historic Office and Retail Development ‘Riverside’ Hopes to Start Construction in Coming Months
Riverside, an office and retail development at the former Heinz Riverside Abattoir building at 1900 Light St. in Riverside/South Baltimore, hopes to start construction in the next four to six months. The development is a partnership between building owners Stephen and Cheryl Wilhide and development company Urban Pastoral Collective.
‘Pizza Harbor’ Opens in Place of ‘HomeSlyce’ in South Baltimore
Pizza bar HomeSlyce closed in recent weeks after 11 years of business in South Baltimore, but Pizza Harbor has reopened in its space at the 2 East Wells apartment building. Pizza Harbor is a new concept by Ukrainian-born entrepreneur Vladimir Semerey.
SouthBMore.com Launches New Business Directory, Your Guide to the Best of South Baltimore
The new directory is a one-stop shop for all your local needs, whether you’re looking for a place to eat, drink, shop, play, or work. You can browse by category, location, rating, or keyword, and find everything from menus and hours to photos and videos. Plus, you can access exclusive coupons, specials, and promotions from our partners, as well as stay on top of the upcoming events in the neighborhood.
South Baltimore Now Podcast: SouthBMore.com Launches New Business Directory!
Kevin and Nate talk about SouthBMore.com launching a new Business Directory, a one-stop shop for finding local services, restaurants, events, and coupons. Whether you need a painter, a roofer, a carpet cleaner, or just a good place to eat or drink, the Business Directory will help you find it. Kevin also shares his passion for covering the stories of South Baltimore and how he wants to make SouthBMore.com more than just a news site or a blog, but a website that celebrates all the aspects of our community.
Before and After Shots of South Baltimore Developments with Google Maps’ New Satellite View
Google Maps updated its ‘satellite’ view of Baltimore City in the winter. To show development progress that has taken place in different parts of South Baltimore over the recent years, SouthBMore.com took screenshots of overhead images from Apple Maps that appear to be from 2017.
Overhead Shots and Updates on the Riverside Park Athletic Fields Renovation
The renovation of the athletic facilities at Riverside Park is in process and is expected to be completed sometime next year. The City’s contractor McDonnell Landscape, LLC is undertaking the $2,360,000 project.
Australian-Themed Brewery ‘M8 Beer’ To Open in September Near M&T Bank Stadium
M8 Beer, a new Australian-themed brewery by entrepreneur Jeff Osborne, will open in September at the soon-to-be-former Checkerspot Brewing Company space at 1399 S. Sharp St. in South Baltimore. Checkerspot Brewing is relocating a couple blocks away to 1421 Ridgely St. and is set to have its grand opening on September 16th.
Great Plates of Late Around South Baltimore
A soft-shell crab sandwich in Riverside, ramen in Federal Hill, dumplings at Cross Street Market, Buffalo chicken on Fort Ave., ribs at the Inner Harbor, and famous crab cakes. Get the details!
No Way Rosé Closes in Federal Hill
“I hope someone can go into the space and hit a homerun. I have a lot of faith in Baltimore, it’s been good to me and my business. Sometimes you can do everything right as a restauranteur and business owner and things can go wrong despite your best effort.”
South Baltimore Little League Wins District Championship with 10U and 11U Teams
It’s been a banner year for the South Baltimore Little League as its 10u team won the District 4 Championship for the first time in 20 years and its 11u team won the District 4 Championship for the second straight year. The 12u team additionally made it to the district championship before falling to South Maryland 6-2.
Swann Park’s Future in the Baltimore Peninsula Development Still to Be Determined
The original master plan for the Port Covington development, which now goes by Baltimore Peninsula, showed Swann Park being replaced with new blocks and the athletic fields being relocated to an expanded West Covington Park, which is also known as South Point. However, new master plan renderings for the development show the park staying put.
Checkerspot Brewing Company Partnering with Samuel Adams on a New Rye IPA
Earlier this month, Checkerspot Brewing Company owners Judy and Rob Neff headed up to Boston to work with Samuel Adams and its parent company Boston Beer Company on a rye IPA that will be available in April or May.
