South Baltimore Now!

In this Episode of SoBo Spotlight Nathan and Kevin are joined by Terry Hasseltine, the Executive Director of Maryland's Sports Commission. He is leading Baltimore's efforts to be a host city in the 2026 FIFA World Cup which is taking place in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. We discuss Baltimore's chances to be one of the 10 American hosts cities, why M&T Bank Stadium and the surrounding area are such an asset to the bid, what the festivities would be like if the World Cup came to Baltimore, and additional sporting events eyed for the City.

On Episode 5 of This Week in South Baltimore, Nate and Kevin discuss closings in the area including Himalayan Bistro, Fresh Cleaners, and Hair Cuttery, and openings including Riverside Taphouse, Patorco, and NovaCare; the cancellation of Light City; and stories of the community rallying around small businesses.

On Episode 4 of This Week in South Baltimore, Nate and Kevin discuss the latest changes involving the COVID-19 pandemic; the potential for a high-speed train station in South Baltimore; opening, closings, and business news around South Baltimore; real estate updates in Pigtown; and Baltimore's pitch for the World Cup. 

On Episode 3 of This Week in South Baltimore, Nate and Kevin discuss some business openings and closings around South Baltimore, including two new vacancies at McHenry Row; expanded outdoor dining in Federal Hill; new COVID-19 restrictions in the area which include schools going virtual and dining rooms shutting down; and the restart of sports as the O’s and Ravens are facing a reality without fans in the stands, and the Blue Jays could potentially move to Baltimore temporarily.

In the first episode of SoBo Spotlight, a podcast featuring interviews with people in South Baltimore, Nate and Kevin talk with Federal Hill Main Street Executive Director Cathy Rosenbaum. She discusses Federal Hill’s large expansion of outdoor seating that includes the closure of the north side of the unit block of E. Cross St. and parklet outdoor dining areas in place of street parking. She also talks about the work of the business community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

On Episode 2 of This Week in South Baltimore, Nate and Kevin discuss new construction projects underway in South Baltimore which will bring a music venue, townhomes, and apartments to the area; Baltimore Recreation and Park's plan to reopen many of its amenities and facilities; the latest business openings and closings in SoBo; the start of Orioles baseball; the surprising amount of new businesses that have been added during the pandemic; and some listener questions from social media.

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In Episode 1, Kevin and Nate discuss the Warner Street District development by CBAC, developments at Port Covington, reopenings around South Baltimore, and how restaurants are adapting during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Enjoy!