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The online search giant launched a project called Google Fiber for Communities, where it plans to develop ultra-high speed broadband networks in one or more locations across the United States. Google has said that its new fiber-optic network would deliver Internet speeds “more than 100 times faster” than what most people have access to today.

[Mayor] Rawlings-Blake picked Tom Loveland, chief executive officer of technology company Mind Over Machines, to be the volunteer “Google Czar.” Loveland will be working with the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development and Neighborhoods to complete and submit details on Baltimore’s proposal to Google by the March 26 deadline.

Loveland said the Baltimore region has world-class resources in its universities, hospitals and private industries, and “a growing population of entrepreneurs who are trying to make a difference in the community.”

Technology advocates in Baltimore have also launched their own Website – BmoreFiber.com – which is documenting the support for bringing the project to Baltimore. So far, more than 1,600 people have expressed their support through the site, which also features supporting videos by Gov. Martin O’Malley and Dr. Andres Alonso, chief executive officer of Baltimore’s public schools.

Topeka, Kansas changed the city name to Google for the month in an attempt to get Google Fiber. Greenville, South Carolina is planning an event March 20 with what some are calling a “flashmob” with glow sticks spelling out a message for Google that will be photographed from the sky.

Every month Radisson Hotel at Cross Keys hosts a “Wine Wednesday”. The goal every month is to support Maryland wineries by hosting educational events in a relaxed environment. The featured winery this month is Boordy Vineyards.

On February 10^th from 6:30 to 8:00pm guests can enjoy samples of Boordy wines, and special made appetizers to pair. Boordy representatives will be present for the tasting. Wines will be available for sale by either glass or bottle. Unfinished bottles will even be corked and bagged for guests to take home.

So make sure to head over to Radisson Hotel at Cross Keys and start your “Romatic-a-thon” Valentines weekend early!



Compliments of meatweekisreal.com

MmmmMMmm- MEAT Week! The leaders and followers of Baltimore Meat Week are gathering every night at a set location to dine together with “Meat” in mind. The goal is to simply enjoy the indulgence of meat, with fellow carnivore lovers. No set menus, no set prices, just “meat” at a certain place at a certain time and gorge together. (That pun was impossible to deny!)

For the rest of the week here is where you can find other meat lovers.

Tuesday – Andy Nelson’s 7pm
Wednesday – Chap’s 7pm
Thursday – Harbor Que 7pm
Friday – RUB 8pm
Saturday – Mr. Chelsea’s 1pm
Sunday – Fleet Member’s Home – 3pm

If you would like to get in contact with the organizer you may email Brad Cartwright at bradcartwrigt@gmail.com. If you think you are going attend any of these days, it would most likely be best to email him.

Also for further information, you can always check out their website for more details.

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During the parade some cars sped down MLK Blvd and one ended up crashing into a University of Maryland Police car along the parade route.

Police are investigating.

While there have been no reports of serious injuries, some parade watchers were knocked down as folks tried to get out of the way of the cars that got onto the parade route.

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Councilwoman Mary Pat Clarke says Councilman Bernard “Jack” Young “has the votes” to become council president. The president is elected by a majority of the 14 council members.

Clarke says Young is a good choice because he’s worked closely with Rawlings-Blake but also provides an independent voice.

Young says he’s “very excited” about serving as council president and looks forward to trying to find new revenue streams for the city, which is facing a nearly $200-million budget shortfall.

Young says it is likely the next council president will be elected on February 8.