Last week, we shared an update about a controversial Howard County go-kart track; a story about Marylanders aiding voter turnout in the swing state of Pennsylvania; and some new merchandise and events from John Waters.Revisit the stories here:Most Popular:Baltimore filmmaker John Waters is working on a new fashion and gift line.“John Waters debuts fashion and gift line; drops canine-themed single; offers details about Christmas tour of spoken-word shows“: Baltimore filmmaker John Waters is debuting new line of fashion, gifts and other merchandise; is dropping a canine-themed single; and shared details of his Christmas tour of spoken-word shows.Johns Hopkins University on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, dedicated the new Bloomberg Center at the former Newseum building in Washington, D.C., where the university’s School of Government and Policy will be based. Photo credit: Jennifer Hughes.“Johns Hopkins University opens Irene and Richard Frary Gallery and announces Sam Gilliam Lecture Series in Washington, D.C.“: Johns Hopkins University leaders are unveiling the new Irene and Richard Frary Gallery at the Hopkins Bloomberg Center in Washington, D.C.Baltimore’s Penn Station in March 2024. Photo by Ed Gunts.“Maryland interagency agreement to increase housing and other development near transit stations“: A new agreement between two Maryland agencies will support construction of denser mixed-use projects near transit stations, including more affordable housing, and promote the state’s climate goals.The Great Halloween Lantern Parade and Festival is a beloved Patterson Park tradition. Credit: Stanley Jaworski“New float helps celebrate 25th anniversary of the Great Halloween Lantern Parade“: The Great Halloween Lantern Parade, a cherished tradition held yearly in Patterson Park, celebrated its 25th anniversary in part with a new 15-foot-tall float. Development leaders, CareFirst executives, elected officials and workforce development initiative cohort alums joined together to cut the ribbon and officially open CareFirst’s new community hub and workforce development center at The Village at Mondawmin. Photo Credit: CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield“CareFirst opens community hub and resource center in West Baltimore“: CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield last week opened its approximately 20,000-square-foot West Baltimore workspace at The Village at Mondawmin.Editor’s Picks:An aerial view of a Go Kart track built at 6717 Mink Hollow Road in the Howard County community of Highland. Credit: change.org“Howard County dad’s go-kart track for son stuck in neutral, as county weighs its fate“: At a community meeting Thursday in western Howard County, attendees discussed the impact and future of a go-kart track built on private property that has residents going in circles.Rob and Meredith Gramlick of Bethesda volunteered in Gettysburg, Penn. this year. Credit: Handout photo“Crossing a line: Marylanders mobilize in PA to help swing the Keystone State“: With Maryland non-competitive in presidential elections, many residents head to Pennsylvania to aide voter turnout in a swing stateSam White (L) and Brian Lavin (R) Photo cred: Cam Gutierrez“Baker’s Dozen: 13 Questions With Sam White and Brian Lavin of Costiera“: Sam White and Brian Lavin, of Costiera, talk about the best advice they’ve received, prized possessions, and more.Patrick Redding (r) appraises a piece of armor thought to be used in the English Civil Wars. Photo by Aliza Worthington.“English armor, presidential telegrams, and Tom Clancy memorabilia: MPT films Season 12 of ‘Chesapeake Collectibles’“: From 17th century armor to telegrams signed and sent by President Theodore Roosevelt, hundreds of guests brought their treasured artifacts to Maryland Public Television’s studio for appraisal and the chance to be filmed for the 12th season of MPT’s “Chesapeake Collectibles.”“INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR” comes to Baltimore in March.“Brace yourself for an ‘Insidious’ experience at The Lyric Baltimore“: The world of “Insidious” will jump off the screen and into Lyric Baltimore’s theater with “INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR” — a live, immersive horror experience based on the box office hit horror film franchise.