The Carroll County school board approved $110,443 in capital funding to increase central office security by installing a new front entrance door system, securing access to the building’s lobby, and controlling who can access which floor. The new front door will aim to improve access to the building and maintain a welcoming environment for those visiting, according to school … [Read more...] about Carroll school board approves security updates at central office
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Orioles Outright Liván Soto
The Orioles announced that infielder Liván Soto has cleared waivers and been sent outright to Triple-A Norfolk. He had been designated for assignment a week ago when the club claimed right-hander Roansy Contreras, though Contreras has since been sent info DFA limbo himself. Soto, 25 in June, has been in plenty of transactions in recent years. It seems he has been seen as good … [Read more...] about Orioles Outright Liván Soto
Friday Bird Droppings: Will the Orioles make a surprise free agent signing?
Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images No, probably not. But we can dream. Good morning, Camden Chatters. We’re now less than a month away from pitchers and catchers reporting to spring training, although the weather lately makes it feel like spring is approximately 100 years away. (The forecast for next Tuesday calls for a high of 21 and a low of four. Four! As in, degrees!) I … [Read more...] about Friday Bird Droppings: Will the Orioles make a surprise free agent signing?
Capital Gazette 2024 girls cross country All-County: Josephine Kamas named Runner of the Year
Severna Park cross country coach Josh Alcombright describes Josephine Kamas as a “very focused and intense young lady.” Sometimes, Kamas is too focused and too intense, Alcombright added. Kamas acknowledges as much. Even during training runs, she finds herself worrying about pace and time and form. Alcombright urged the standout sophomore to relax and enjoy herself. His message … [Read more...] about Capital Gazette 2024 girls cross country All-County: Josephine Kamas named Runner of the Year
Orioles Claim Jacob Amaya, Designate Roansy Contreras For Assignment
The Orioles announced they’ve claimed infielder Jacob Amaya off waivers from the White Sox. Chicago had designated him for assignment last week when they finalized their signing of Josh Rojas to a one-year free agent deal. Baltimore designated righty reliever Roansy Contreras for assignment to open a spot on the 40-man roster. Amaya is a defensive specialist who can play … [Read more...] about Orioles Claim Jacob Amaya, Designate Roansy Contreras For Assignment