Real Estate Real Estate Investors Run Lean in First Quarter of 2023 MDBAL, May 25, 2023June 14, 2024 Investors were wary as mortgage rates rose in the first quarter of 2023, with buyers purchasing 48.6 percent fewer homes compared to the previous year, according to a report by Redfin. Read the Redfin report here. In addition, investors bought 14 percent fewer properties in the month of February as… Continue Reading
Culture Study: Nevada, South Dakota, Montana Among Most ‘Gambling Addicted’ States MDBAL, April 30, 2023May 2, 2024 As the Kentucky Derby approaches on May 6, personal finance website WalletHub has released a study of the most “gambling addicted” states. The gambling industry brought in a record $60 billion in revenue last year, but some states are leading the way in rolling the dice. WalletHub compared the 50… Continue Reading
Culture Harry Belafonte, Singer, Actor, Activist, Passes Away at 95 MDBAL, April 25, 2023June 14, 2024 Harry Belafonte, the legendary singer, actor, and civil rights activist, passed away April 25, at the age of 95. His death was confirmed by his family, who issued a statement describing him as a “giant of American culture and an unwavering champion of justice and equality.” Belafonte was born in… Continue Reading
Culture Astronaut Winston Scott Encourages Young People to Reach for the Stars MDBAL, November 6, 2022May 2, 2024 Astronaut Winston Scott has enjoyed a remarkable career. He’s a retired US Navy captain, a real “Top Gun” pilot, in fact. And he says today chances are better than ever for people to reach the stars and achieve their dreams. During his time as a NASA astronaut, Captain Scott served… Continue Reading
Culture Newscaster Jane Velez-Mitchell Starts Channel for People and Animals with UnchainedTV MDBAL, October 4, 2022May 2, 2024 By DONNA BALANCIA, The IntraView Jane Velez-Mitchell, known to TV viewers as the popular newscaster from New York and LA, has started a new animal rights and vegan lifestyle channel called UnchainedTV. Appropriately named, the channel is truly “off the chain.” Velez-Mitchell is the founder and content editor of the… Continue Reading
Leisure Cassidy Gifford, Daughter of Kathie Lee, Named Carnival Celebration’s ‘Godmother’ MDBAL, September 29, 2022May 2, 2024 Cassidy Gifford, daughter of Kathie Lee Gifford will serve as “Godmother” to Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ship, Carnival Celebration, at the ship’s naming ceremony on Nov. 20, 2022, in Miami. Kathie Lee Gifford was Godmother to Carnival Celebration’s namesake, M/S Celebration, christened in 1987. Her mother served as Carnival’s spokesperson… Continue Reading
Government Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Still In The Game, Tours Little Italy, Baltimore, with Senate President Bill Ferguson MDBAL, August 25, 2022May 2, 2024 By DONNA BALANCIA BALTIMORE – Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan proved to the people of Little Italy in Baltimore that he’s still in the game, playing a little Bocce Ball and walking the historic neighborhood on Wednesday afternoon. The outgoing governor, accompanied by Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson, said the state… Continue Reading
Culture ‘Main Man to Musicians’ Ames Flames Answers the Question: What is a Roadie? MDBAL, July 11, 2022May 2, 2024 Ames Flames is celebrating a 30-year career as “roadie” for some of the most beloved bands in Rock N Roll. He has supported musicians on the stage and on tour and has logged memories and miles in the music business. Talking with Ames is like delving into an American music… Continue Reading
Culture Alan Snel Rides Across the U.S. and Delivers his Message Through Book, ‘Bicycle Man’ MDBAL, July 10, 2022May 2, 2024 Alan Snel is an author and editor who fights for the rights of bicycle enthusiasts. His latest adventure is the book Bicycle Man, in which he documents his adventures across the U.S. on his two wheels. Q: What was your favorite aspect of your book? AS: Bicycle Man is a… Continue Reading
Culture Title IX: Nancy Hogshead-Makar Fights for Women’s Sports MDBAL, June 20, 2022May 2, 2024 Nancy Hogshead-Makar who rocketed to fame after her gold and silver medal swimming performances at the 1984 Olympics, says we need to continue to apply pressure to keep women’s sports alive. Since the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles, Hogshead-Makar has gone on to become a well-known attorney and advocate for… Continue Reading