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Good morning, Annapolis. Happy birthday to the most handsome Ryan in the world. . . Ryan Reynolds.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

• Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse tour

• Local game show winner

• TikTok star returns for special video

Let’s get to it.

—Ryan Sneddon & Rebecca Kraybill

Have you seen inside the Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse?

TPSL (as the locals call it) is a local treasure. It’s the only screw-pile lighthouse on the Bay in its original location. It’s on the National Register of Historic Places. And it was the last manned lighthouse on the Chesapeake Bay until it was automated in 1986.

We had the chance to tour the inside last week thanks to an invite from Bay photographer extraordinaire David Sites. Have you been inside? If not, click here to come along!

We’ll be posting a video of the tour later today so be sure to follow Scoop on Instagram so you don’t miss it.

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THE DIGEST

Bay Bridge closures this week

The eastbound span of the Bay Bridge will close several times this week for maintenance. Catch the full story on Patch.

• Monday through Wednesday from 8 PM to 5 AM the following morning

• Thursday from 9 PM to 5 AM the following morning

• Friday from 11 PM to 7 AM the following morning

• Saturday from 9 PM to 8 AM the following morning

Local wins big on new game show

Remember the whole Is it cake trend? FOX’s new show Snake Oil plays on that same concept. Contestants team up with celebrities and hear Shark Tank-style product pitches. Some are real. Some are a sham. And there’s big money on the line.

Turns out Annapolis resident Fish Stark was a contestant on Snake Oil last week. He was paired with actor Will Arnett who helped him win $40,000. It wasn’t the grand prize, but Fish said it will go a long way towards popping the question to his girlfriend.

Annapolis-born TikTok star returns

Isabel LaRosa grew up in our beloved little small town. Now she’s 19, signed to a music label, and has 560,000 followers on TikTok. Sounds a lot like the storyline of a certain Kenny Chesney song.

Isabel returned to her favorite hometown haunt (AKA Double T Diner) last month for a special concert filmed for TikTok. She sang while her brother Thomas played guitar. After many years together in Annapolis, the siblings now live and collaborate together in LA. ($)

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LOCAL BUSINESS

New spot for glowing skin

Since the fountain of youth has yet to be found. . . Perpetual Skin is Annapolis’ newest spot for skin care. Services in this aesthetic medical clinic include wrinkle relaxers, dermal fillers, and more. Although Perpetual Skin is already open (by appointment only), you can welcome them to town with a ribbon cutting this Wednesday (10/25) at 12 PM. 151 West Street Suite 100 Annapolis, MD 21401.

It’s Business Appreciation Week

Today through Friday (10/27), AADEC ambassadors (like County Executive Steuart Pittman) will visit local businesses to thank the owners and employees and learn about their successes and challenges.

Speaking of supporting local business . . . The Great Annapolis Pumpkin Spice Coffee Crawl is well underway. Grab an official TGAPSCC2023 shirt as your badge of honor for supporting local businesses. Complete your punch card for 25% off or snag one at full price now. All proceeds support Annapolis Hope and the Rising Tide Society.

Cut to the Chase

Chase Bank just opened a new branch at 920 Bay Ridge Road, where Bank of America was for decades. When that bank packed up, Rosso Commercial helped secure the property for Chase. Congrats to Rosso for the deal, congrats to Chase on the new digs, and congrats to the Forest Drive area Chase customers who no longer have to drive to Parole for free lollipops.

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SPONSORED BY WESTERN SHORE VETERINARY HOSPITAL

A safe Halloween for your pets 🎃

The spooky season. It’s one of the most fun times of the year, but a lot can go wrong for pets during Halloween. Getting lost on busy streets, eating chocolate or candy wrappers, eating small Halloween toys. . . .

And the problem: your pets have no idea – they love it all! Long story short, take good care of your pets during Halloween. A small slip can cause big problems. If something does go wrong, Western Shore Veterinary Hospital is ready to help.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Party time @ Prism

Prism Annapolis is a killer local party venue. So when it throws its own party, you know it’s gonna be top tier. There are two parties coming up at Prism and each generously supports Annapolis Hope:

💀 Halloween Bash. There will be costume contests, a DJ, food and drinks for purchase, and more fun hauntings. Friday (10/27), 9 PM–midnight. Get tickets.

🦋 Taylor Swift Party. Swifties under 21 will enjoy Taylor's music and videos, bracelet making, cotton candy, prizes, games, and more from 4–8 PM. Then from 9 PM–midnight for 21+, you get the same but with the addition of . . . special drinks. November 3. Get tickets.

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CIVIL NEWS

City Council meeting

On the agenda for tonight’s City Council meeting:

• Hillman Garage fee payment system

• Street-end parks at night

• See full agenda

The meeting is at 7 PM (10/23) in the City Council chambers at City Hall – 160 Duke of Gloucester, Annapolis, MD 21401. Click here to submit public testimony or tune in virtually.

The City wants your say

Annapolis is running a month-long survey to hear from residents about city services. Phase 1 = paper surveys sent to 3,000 homes, underway now. Phase 2 = a digital version starting November 9. It takes 10 minutes and works on any device.

Didn't get a paper? Sign up for email alerts here. The results will be shared in public meetings and online.

Important AACPS survey

AACPS wants to create a five-year plan that is “reflective of the community.” Step 1 is a survey for any members of the AACPS community. That means students, parents, faculty and staff obviously. But also other groups like AACPS vendors, local businesses that support AACPS, and volunteers. The survey is available through November 5.

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EXTRA SPRINKLES

A JAZZ tribute to 100 years of Disney!

What’s iconic about Snow White, Toy Story, The Jungle Book, and most Disney films? Lots, but certainly the music! It all comes together at When You Wish Upon a Star on November 5th by Maryland Hall Presents. The National Jazz Museum in Harlem, Sean Mason, Kim Nalley & Sasha Dobson will perform jazz selections of the BEST Disney score moments – nostalgia guaranteed. Tickets.*

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WEATHER

Monday

61 🌡️ 44 | ☀️ | 3% | 💨 NNW 11 mph (10 knots)

Tuesday

64 🌡️ 50 | ☀️ | 7% | 💨 SSW 7 mph (6 knots)

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Monday

Stan & Joe’s Saloon | Open Mic Night | 8 PM

Tuesday

49 West | Unified Jazz Ensemble | 7–9:30 PM
Copper Creek Pub & Ale House | Jazz Jam | 8–10 PM
Reynolds Tavern | b.en | 7 PM

SPORTS

Navy defense stands tall, offense flounders against Air Force

While Navy’s defense only gave up 17 points to a #22 ranked Air Force on Saturday (aided by some very strong winds for two missed field goals), the offense couldn’t get anything going. The Mids gained just 124 yards – over half coming on a late 78-yard drive that did nothing except prevent a shutout. It was Navy’s worst rushing game since 1994. Bill Wagner has more in his post-game breakdown. Stay tuned for the Navy Football Podcast recap later this week. ($)

Past results

Football (3-4)
10/21 vs. Air Force | L 17–6

Women’s Golf
10/21-22 @ Lady Blue Hen Invitational | T 6th of 11 teams

Men’s Hockey (2-5) 
10/20 @ San Diego State University | L OT 7–6
10/21 @ Western Michigan | W 5–2

Rifle
10/21 @ Ole Miss | L 4702 - 4714
10/21 @ Memphis | L 4689 - 4699

Women’s Rugby (2-4)
10/22 vs. Mount St. Mary's | T 17–17

Men’s Rugby (8-0)
10/21 vs. Air Force | W 50–8

Women's Soccer (8-7-3)
10/20 @ Holy Cross | W 3–0

Men’s Soccer (5-6-4)
10/21 vs. Holy Cross | T 0–0

Sprint Football (4-1)
10/20 vs. Chestnut Hill | W 48–7

Women’s Swimming & Diving (1-1)
10/21 vs. George Washington | W 162.5 - 137.5

Men's Swimming & Diving (2-1)
10/20 @ UMBC | W 199–88
10/21 vs. George Washington | W 154–134

Women's Volleyball (13-6)
10/21 @ American | L 3–0

Upcoming games & matches

Men’s Golf (0-1)
10/23-24 @ ODU/OBX Intercollegiate

Offshore Sailing
10/23 @ J/105 Chesapeake Bay Championship | All Day

Women’s Tennis
10/23 @ ITA Atlantic Regional | 8 AM

Men's Soccer (5-6-3)
10/24 @ Maryland | 7 PM

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