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Belinda L. Spears: Faces of Annapolis and Academic Success

Tell us about your company and what you do. B.L. Academic Services, LLC was founded to foster strong academic skills in reading comprehension, written communication, and mathematics through tutoring, specifically aimed at elementary school students. Our services extend to offering Basic Skills Development Classes during the academic school year and during the summer to provide…

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Faces of Annapolis with Mathew Dziekan of The Artemis Company

Tell us about your company and what you do? The Artemis company is a licensed security and investigation firm with a reputation for effective security solutions. We provide security services through exceptional security guards and officers, in addition to investigation services and executive protection. All four partners have been in the industry for over 65…

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How Your Business Can Help During the Holidays

It’s hard not to get swept up by holiday cheer as the end of the year approaches. Friends, family, and holiday gatherings occupy much of our time and energy—but we can’t take the abundance for granted for a moment. The last couple of years have been challenging, but though we persevered, many local families aren’t…

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Why You Need a Private Office

Before the pandemic, workplace trends were starting to lean toward open-concept office design, fueled by a strong preference for remote work options. Fewer workers in the office reduced the need for dedicated office space, and many companies even established coworking-style offices as an alternative. The pandemic thinned the working herd even further, forcing many organizations…

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The Best of Maryland Fall Festivals

The fall season is replete with fall festivals in Maryland   and exciting things to do and see. We’ve got fall fairs, harvest festivals, pumpkin fests, corn mazes, parades, and all the fall flavors you can think of to delight your taste buds! It’s all here for you to experience against the backdrop of gorgeous…

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Nurturing Positivity and Good Habits for Success

We all get bogged down in the day-to-day work and activities that can govern our lives, sometimes being so busy that we don’t surface for fresh air. At these times we may be hindering our chances of success. So, what is the secret to being a successful person that some people instinctively seem to know?…

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Backyard Activities the Whole Family Can Enjoy

With the threat of covid still lurking, a rising cost of living and gas prices soaring, many families are deciding to avoid expensive vacations and stay home during the summer months. The big question is how to keep the younger family members entertained, engaged, and away from technology during the long and languid summer days.…

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Staying Safe on the Water this Summer

We all want to escape the office for a while to spend much-needed downtime and capitalize on the summer sunshine. One of the fun things to do is get out on the water. It’s essential to make sure that when you do venture out, be prepared, and understand ahead of time any potential risks and…

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The Historic Heartbeat of Annapolis, Maryland

The History of Annapolis, MD Annapolis is one of America’s oldest and best-preserved cities, retaining many of its original eighteenth-century buildings that infuse this historic capital with old-world charm and beauty. When was Annapolis founded? It was established in 1649 and has played a significant role in the creation of America. Despite a tumultuous past,…

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