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A Day In The Life: Chris Patrick

Third-year Washington Capital General Manager Chris Patrick said the job is about managing people and not just constructing the roster. “There’s a lot of the job that is not what you see on ‘Moneyball’ and ‘Draft Day’ and all those movies, but it’s just as important as making the big signing or the big trade,” he said.
During his grandfather’s funeral in 1998, Chris Patrick received an offer he couldn’t refuse. He just didn’t know it yet. George McPhee, the Washington Capitals general manager at the time, told Patrick he would get him “back into hockey” once Patrick was done with Wall Street.
Warrior Music Foundation has annual concerts at Severna Park Taphouse, at The Fillmore Silver Spring and at Union Stage in Washington, D.C.
Warriors In The Park: September Concert Reinforces Support For Veterans
Anonymous testimonials fill the webpages and social media feeds of Warrior Music Foundation, a nonprofit that serves active-duty military members, veterans, law enforcement officers, first responders and families of all those groups.
In 2025, 17 members of the Earleigh Heights Volunteer Fire Company participated in a symbolic climb of the 110 stories of the World Trade Center towers.
Never Forget: Community Honors Vow Made 25 Years Ago
Each year, communities pause to reflect on the events of that day and honor the victims. This year marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11, and events will be held around town in remembrance.
Chris Gilliam, a former professional basketball player, launched the Green Hornets girls summer basketball league last year.
Volunteer Of The Month: Chris Gilliam Launches Girls Summer Basketball League
Green Hornets girls basketball commissioner Chris Gilliam never planned to coach three basketball teams, but doing so precipitated his nomination for Volunteer of the Month.
Editor’s Voice
When I took over as editor six years ago, I decided to reserve this space for more community news and event notices rather than what I considered to be my less-important ramblings. Well, this month I have something to share, something I consider to be somewhat important.
Alyson Figlioli made cotton candy for carnival attendees.
Century-Old Tradition Continues As Neighbors Gather For Round Bay Carnival
Several generations of Round Bay families have gathered at the community beach since the neighborhood started its annual carnival in 1920. This year was no different as neighbors enjoyed games, performances and treats.
Members of the Hollyberry Garden Club gathered this summer to celebrate the club’s 70th anniversary and reflect on gardens the club has maintained over the decades.
Hollyberry Garden Club Celebrates 70 Years
The Hollyberry Garden Club of Severna Park recently celebrated a special milestone — the club’s 70th anniversary. In June, members and guests gathered at the Fairwinds on the Severn clubhouse to share a meal and celebratory cake.

Following Your Doctor’s And Attorney’s Advice Is Key To Motor Vehicle Collision Cases

If you have the misfortune to suffer injuries in a motor vehicle collision, the most important thing for you to do, quite simply, is to rest and recover. The law requires that you “mitigate your …

What We Have Forgotten From 9/11

It’s been 25 years. Twenty-five years since planes were hijacked and crashed into symbols of America’s power and prosperity, killing over 3,000 of our fellow citizens, forever changing our nation and world.

Annual PRO-Vision Memorial Run Set For October 10

On Saturday, October 10, the annual PRO-Vision Memorial Run returns to Severna Park with a 5K/10K run and walk honoring the life and legacy of Paul Robert Overton.

Letter To The Editor: Motorcycles And Motorized Scooters

My name is Kathy Cochran, and I recently moved to Severna Park, and love the area and the people. I’m a daily walker, and I’ve noticed far too often too many boys and girls under 17 are driving motorcycles and motorized scooters on the street and walking trails during the day and night.