Last week, we shared an update about Howard County’s plans for a new cultural center; details for the grand opening of Foreman and Wolf’s The Duchess restaurant in Hampden; and the announcement of a second Scittino’s location near Lake Roland.Revisit the stories here:Most Popular:A rendering depicts the Theatre 120 project on the west side of downtown Baltimore. Credit: FILLAT+ Architecture“$10M, 48-unit apartment project in downtown Baltimore gets final design approval“: Developer Chukuemeka “Chukes” Okoro received final approval on Tuesday for the design of a seven-story, 48-unit apartment building he plans to construct on the west side of downtown Baltimore, clearing the way for construction to begin next year.Cast members from a recent production of “Jersey Boys” pose with a vintage car in front of Toby’s Dinner Theatre in Columbia, Maryland. Photo courtesy Toby’s Dinner Theatre.“Howard County to break ground on $68M arts and culture center in early 2025, including new Toby’s Dinner Theatre“: Howard County government plans to break ground in early 2025 on a new $68 million arts and culture hub which will include a new home for Toby’s Dinner Theatre, two other theater spaces, an art gallery, dance studio, art classrooms, and housing units.Members of BOPA’s board gather for a meeting. Photo by Ed Gunts.“One week after BOPA’s contract with the city was terminated, seven of 13 interim board members have resigned, including the chair and vice chair“: One week after public officials voted to terminate the city’s contract with the Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts (BOPA), at least seven members of BOPA’s 13-member interim board of directors have resigned, including interim chair Andrew Chaveas.New lettering adorns the front window of The Duchess restaurant at 1000 W. 36th St. Photo by Ed Gunts.“Want to attend the grand opening of The Duchess, Hampden’s newest restaurant? It will cost you $188.58“: The long-awaited grand opening of The Duchess, Hampden’s newest restaurant, will be spread over two nights and will be a fundraiser for a good cause, with tickets priced at $175 plus tax. That brings the bill to $188.58 per person.Lauren and Ron Barnette, owners of Amicci’s of Little Italy.“Baker’s Dozen: 13 Questions with Lauren and Ron Barnette of Amicci’s of Little Italy“: Lauren and Ron Barnette of Amicci’s of Little Italy share the importance of home, making people happy through food, and more.Editor’s Picks:Photo courtesy of Scittino’s.“Scittino’s, beloved Catonsville Italian eatery, will open a second spot in Roland Park“: Scittino’s, the beloved family-owned pizza and sub shop and Italian grocery store and deli in Catonsville, is opening a second location near Lake Roland.Photo from Pxhere.com.“ADA settlement calls for $44 million investment in Baltimore sidewalks and curbs“: Baltimore will invest $44 million in accessible sidewalks and curbs under a proposed agreement that would settle a lawsuit brought by wheelchair users and disabilities advocates.BOPA CEO Rachel Graham (right) addresses Mayor Brandon Scott and other members of Baltimore’s Board of Estimates. Photo by Ed Gunts.“Winding Down: Mayor Brandon Scott and advisors answer questions about city’s decision to cut ties with BOPA and what happens next“: Mayor Brandon Scott and his advisors on Thursday addressed some of the most frequently-asked questions about the city’s decision to terminate its contract with the Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts, how local artists will be affected, and what will happen to the programs and properties BOPA has overseen for more than two decades.A carnival cruise line ship is docked in Baltimore to celebrate the cruise line serving the city for 20 years. Photo credit: Maryland GovPics/Flickr Creative Commons.“Carnival Cruise agrees to five-year contract with Port of Baltimore“: Carnival Cruise Line will serve Charm City for at least another five years, after the world’s largest cruise provider agreed to a new contract with the Port of Baltimore.One of ten finalists in the Howard County Flag design poll.“Choose the new Howard County flag — rank your favorites!“: Members of the public can rank 10 designs for the next Howard County flag in a virtual poll open now through Jan. 12.