AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEastern Shore Trail Planning: MDOT and SHA will hold a public meeting April 20 (5–7 p.m.) in Queen Anne to update planning for a ~9.5-mile Frederick Douglass Rail Trail along MD 309 between Tuckahoe State Park and Black Dog Alley—aimed at boosting recreation and tourism. Road-Trip Safety Push: MDOT is sharing summer “fatal crash” totals (13 deaths June 1–15; 163 so far this year) as the state heads into the peak “100 deadliest days.” Bridge Work With Detours: Prince George’s County’s MD 382/Croom Road bridge replacement starts June 19 with a full detour running on or about through Aug. 22, rerouting via MD 381, MD 231, MD 5 and more. Ocean City Pilgrimage on the Boardwalk: The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage held a sunrise procession June 11–12 with “perpetual pilgrims” and a 17-block route along the Eastern Shore. Key Bridge Case Update: A federal judge set the Francis Scott Key Bridge criminal trial for Oct. 4, 2027, with questions still hanging over whether a key defendant will be in court. Outdoor Tourism Upgrade: St. Michaels’ San Domingo Creek Park is set for waterfront commons improvements after DNR Chesapeake Bay Trust funding. Local Events & Travel Fun: Ocean City’s White Marlin Open returns Aug. 3–8 with new formats and a Non-Sonar division.
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