Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Here’s what Southern Maryland’s been talking about this week, including Leonardtown’s Bon AppéSweet landing two deals on Shark Tank, a bizarre incident at Applebee’s, and a look inside the all-new Rod ’N’ Reel Resort.

The Headlines

The BayNet Weekly Newscast: Sharks Take A Bite: Leonardtown’s Bon AppéSweet Lands Two Deals On Shark Tank (January 16th, 2026)

Broad Daylight Exhibitionism At Applebee’s: Two Adults Arrested For Alleged Indecent Exposure And Disorderly Conduct

See The All-New Rod ‘N’ Reel Resort

New Maryland Laws Just Took Effect: Local Reactions & Implementation Challenges

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January 2026 Public Meetings: What’s Happening Across Southern Maryland

SOUTHERN MARYLAND — Local governments and school systems in Charles, Calvert and St. Mary’s counties have released their early […]

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Minors Left In Vehicle In Near-Freezing Temperatures Prompt Child Neglect Investigation At Callaway Restaurant

Two Transported To Trauma Center Following Head-On Crash On MD 231 Benedict Bridge

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Behind Every Box Is A Story: How Two Maryland Moving Companies Are Helping Locals Relocate With Confidence

Tidewater Auto Wash Launches Unlimited Monthly Deal In Callaway

Latest News

Congress Approves More Bay Funding Than White House Sought

United States Secret Service’s New Trainer Courtesy Of Presidential Helicopters Program Office

Massive ‘Sphere’ Venue Planned For National Harbor, Promising Thousands Of Jobs And Billion-Dollar Impact

Police Charge Suspects In Murder Of 14-Year-Old Jefferson Amaya-Ayala In Prince George’s County

43rd Annual Easter Egg Festival Hops Back To St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds

Calvert County’s Lisa Grenis Files For Re-election To School Board

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