Hayes Gardner
@hayesgardner.bsky.social
Writing for The Baltimore Banner. Poynter once described a sentence I wrote as "not an especially graceful one."
Past: Baltimore Sun, Louisville Courier Journal, Ames Tribune | AmeriCorps | Grinnell College alum
Past: Baltimore Sun, Louisville Courier Journal, Ames Tribune | AmeriCorps | Grinnell College alum
Six Flags America's closure could just be the first of many.
Executives recently said Six Flags plans to shrink its portfolio and divest from "underperforming parks."
Executives recently said Six Flags plans to shrink its portfolio and divest from "underperforming parks."
When coaster enthusiasts stream out of Six Flags America on Sunday evening, they won’t be able to go back.
The park is shuttering as Six Flags continues to seek a buyer for its 523-acre tract.
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The park is shuttering as Six Flags continues to seek a buyer for its 523-acre tract.
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Future of Six Flag America site unclear as park closes Sunday
The amusement park, which first opened in the 1970s and has operated as a Six Flags since 1998, shuts down after it closes at 6 p.m. What’s next for the massive tract in Bowie remains unclear.
www.thebanner.com
November 10, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Six Flags America's closure could just be the first of many.
Executives recently said Six Flags plans to shrink its portfolio and divest from "underperforming parks."
Executives recently said Six Flags plans to shrink its portfolio and divest from "underperforming parks."
Despite the federal government shutdown, the NTSB board will meet next week to discuss the Key Bridge collapse.
The National Transportation Safety Board will share comprehensive findings regarding the Key Bridge collapse on Nov. 18. During the meeting, federal investigators will discuss probable cause and issue safety recommendations.
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NTSB schedules Key Bridge hearing for November
During the hourslong meeting, federal officials will discuss probable cause and safety recommendations regarding the 2024 disaster that decimated the bridge and killed six construction workers.
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November 10, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Despite the federal government shutdown, the NTSB board will meet next week to discuss the Key Bridge collapse.
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By @briaovers.bsky.social and @jasminevaughnhall.bsky.social: ‘We keep waiting.’ The long struggle of the Superblock’s dwindling business district. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)
‘We keep waiting.’ The long struggle of the Superblock’s dwindling business district
Businesses have come and gone, but those that stayed said they feel disillusioned by the politicians — seven mayors and counting — and developers who have made promise after promise about what the are...
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November 5, 2025 at 1:47 PM
By @briaovers.bsky.social and @jasminevaughnhall.bsky.social: ‘We keep waiting.’ The long struggle of the Superblock’s dwindling business district. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)
David Bergman, Under Armour's CFO since 2017, has been a consistent presence during a period of executive turnover.
But he'll depart his post after 21 years with the company. An executive with luggage seller Samsonsite will replace him next year.
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But he'll depart his post after 21 years with the company. An executive with luggage seller Samsonsite will replace him next year.
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Under Armour’s CFO to be replaced by Samsonite executive
David Bergman has been a consistent presence as Under Armour’s chief financial officer since 2017, but he’ll depart his post next year.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:08 PM
David Bergman, Under Armour's CFO since 2017, has been a consistent presence during a period of executive turnover.
But he'll depart his post after 21 years with the company. An executive with luggage seller Samsonsite will replace him next year.
www.thebanner.com/economy/unde...
But he'll depart his post after 21 years with the company. An executive with luggage seller Samsonsite will replace him next year.
www.thebanner.com/economy/unde...
For hundreds of skinny, 220-foot rods to form the Key Bridge's foundation, contractors are deploying a 145-ton hammer.
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A 145-ton hammer is installing the Key Bridge foundation
For hundreds of skinny, 220-foot long rods to form the foundation of a new Francis Scott Key Bridge, contractors are deploying a huge hydraulic hammer that attaches to a crane barge.
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November 5, 2025 at 11:24 PM
For hundreds of skinny, 220-foot rods to form the Key Bridge's foundation, contractors are deploying a 145-ton hammer.
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www.thebanner.com/economy/key-...
Constellation is pitching Maryland on a “menu” of new energy options: natural gas generation, battery storage, and doubling the capacity at Calvert Cliffs nuclear plant
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Constellation considering more capacity at Maryland nuclear plant
As Maryland lawmakers push for additional in-state power sources, Constellation Energy is providing them a range of options. Among them: generating natural gas, creating battery storage and more.
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November 4, 2025 at 11:50 AM
Constellation is pitching Maryland on a “menu” of new energy options: natural gas generation, battery storage, and doubling the capacity at Calvert Cliffs nuclear plant
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This little fish is the center of a big debate in the Chesapeake Bay
The little fish at the center of a big debate in the Chesapeake
No one — fisherman, conservationist or scientist — can say for certain how “the most important fish” is really faring in the Chesapeake Bay.
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November 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM
This little fish is the center of a big debate in the Chesapeake Bay
When coaster enthusiasts stream out of Six Flags America on Sunday evening, they won’t be able to go back.
The park is shuttering as Six Flags continues to seek a buyer for its 523-acre tract.
www.thebanner.com/economy/six-...
The park is shuttering as Six Flags continues to seek a buyer for its 523-acre tract.
www.thebanner.com/economy/six-...
Future of Six Flag America site unclear as park closes Sunday
The amusement park, which first opened in the 1970s and has operated as a Six Flags since 1998, shuts down after it closes at 6 p.m. What’s next for the massive tract in Bowie remains unclear.
www.thebanner.com
November 1, 2025 at 1:57 PM
When coaster enthusiasts stream out of Six Flags America on Sunday evening, they won’t be able to go back.
The park is shuttering as Six Flags continues to seek a buyer for its 523-acre tract.
www.thebanner.com/economy/six-...
The park is shuttering as Six Flags continues to seek a buyer for its 523-acre tract.
www.thebanner.com/economy/six-...
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T. Rowe Price teamed with Goldman Sachs as Trump loosens investment restrictions
T. Rowe Price teamed with Goldman Sachs as Trump loosens investment restrictions
Goldman Sachs bought $1 billion worth of T. Rowe Price stock. The partnership is the latest alliance between financial firms looking to unite retirement accounts with private investments.
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October 31, 2025 at 5:30 PM
T. Rowe Price teamed with Goldman Sachs as Trump loosens investment restrictions
During the world’s largest wind-powered cargo ship’s time in Baltimore, it will unload wheeled machinery, bottles of champagne and a boat — as well as undergo repairs for its damaged sail.
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Technicians repairing cargo ship’s sails after transatlantic voyage
The world’s largest sailing cargo ship crept up the Chesapeake Bay in the quiet, rainy hours of Thursday morning, squeezed under the Bay Bridge and berthed at the Dundalk Marine Terminal.
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October 30, 2025 at 9:29 PM
During the world’s largest wind-powered cargo ship’s time in Baltimore, it will unload wheeled machinery, bottles of champagne and a boat — as well as undergo repairs for its damaged sail.
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www.thebanner.com/economy/neol...
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State senator federally charged with extortion in blackmail scheme
State senator federally charged with extortion in blackmail scheme
Attar, a Democrat, represents Northwest Baltimore in the Maryland State Senate.
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October 30, 2025 at 7:06 PM
State senator federally charged with extortion in blackmail scheme
Some new Key Bridge renderings
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October 30, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Some new Key Bridge renderings
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Fossil-fuel guzzling ships power the global supply chain. One climate solution is good ol’ fashioned sailboats.
The world’s largest wind-powered cargo ship is on its maiden voyage, carrying cars and cognac. Its destination? Baltimore, where it’ll arrive today.
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The world’s largest wind-powered cargo ship is on its maiden voyage, carrying cars and cognac. Its destination? Baltimore, where it’ll arrive today.
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World’s largest sailing cargo ship headed to Baltimore on inaugural voyage
With sails towering 300 feet tall — which need to be lowered to fit under the Bay Bridge — the Neoliner Origin will regularly unload automobiles, bottles of Hennessy and even cruising passengers at th...
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October 29, 2025 at 11:22 AM
Fossil-fuel guzzling ships power the global supply chain. One climate solution is good ol’ fashioned sailboats.
The world’s largest wind-powered cargo ship is on its maiden voyage, carrying cars and cognac. Its destination? Baltimore, where it’ll arrive today.
www.thebanner.com/economy/worl...
The world’s largest wind-powered cargo ship is on its maiden voyage, carrying cars and cognac. Its destination? Baltimore, where it’ll arrive today.
www.thebanner.com/economy/worl...
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NEW: UConn and Louisville women's hoops were supposed to open their seasons at Ramstein Air Force Base in Germany. But thanks to the government shutdown, the defending national champions open their season in ... Annapolis
On the Naval Academy's surprise big game: www.thebanner.com/sports/colle...
On the Naval Academy's surprise big game: www.thebanner.com/sports/colle...
October 23, 2025 at 11:08 PM
NEW: UConn and Louisville women's hoops were supposed to open their seasons at Ramstein Air Force Base in Germany. But thanks to the government shutdown, the defending national champions open their season in ... Annapolis
On the Naval Academy's surprise big game: www.thebanner.com/sports/colle...
On the Naval Academy's surprise big game: www.thebanner.com/sports/colle...
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Just one in 533 miles of Anne Arundel County shoreline is open to the public while taxpayers fund millions for private waterfronts.
Can Maryland balance what’s best for the Chesapeake Bay with the public’s right to enjoy it? w/ @leeosanderlin.bsky.social &Alex Mann
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Can Maryland balance what’s best for the Chesapeake Bay with the public’s right to enjoy it? w/ @leeosanderlin.bsky.social &Alex Mann
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The hidden cost of saving the Chesapeake Bay: millions for private waterfronts
Virtually all of the Chesapeake Bay’s shoreline is privately owned, which means taxpayer-funded waterfront improvements go to properties with limited public access.
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October 20, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Just one in 533 miles of Anne Arundel County shoreline is open to the public while taxpayers fund millions for private waterfronts.
Can Maryland balance what’s best for the Chesapeake Bay with the public’s right to enjoy it? w/ @leeosanderlin.bsky.social &Alex Mann
www.thebanner.com/community/cl...
Can Maryland balance what’s best for the Chesapeake Bay with the public’s right to enjoy it? w/ @leeosanderlin.bsky.social &Alex Mann
www.thebanner.com/community/cl...
In a continuation of his penchant for "sports diplomacy," Gov. Wes Moore met with Japan's ambassador to the U.S. in David Rubenstein's suite during an Orioles game this year.
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Moore continued ‘sports diplomacy’ with Japan in Rubenstein’s suite
Gov. Wes Moore met this year with Japan’s ambassador to the U.S. It marked a collaboration between Moore and Rubenstein and a continuation of Moore’s penchant for using sports as a connector.
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October 20, 2025 at 1:53 PM
In a continuation of his penchant for "sports diplomacy," Gov. Wes Moore met with Japan's ambassador to the U.S. in David Rubenstein's suite during an Orioles game this year.
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www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...
The deal permitting the Los Angeles Rams to practice at Camden Yards comes with a peculiar form of currency: grass.
As part of their agreement, Oriole Park's field will be resod ahead of the 2026 season. www.thebanner.com/sports/oriol...
As part of their agreement, Oriole Park's field will be resod ahead of the 2026 season. www.thebanner.com/sports/oriol...
Orioles to resod Camden Yards field as part of deal with LA Rams
The Orioles, who rent Camden Yards from the state, sublet the ballpark to the Rams for the week.
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October 17, 2025 at 3:03 PM
The deal permitting the Los Angeles Rams to practice at Camden Yards comes with a peculiar form of currency: grass.
As part of their agreement, Oriole Park's field will be resod ahead of the 2026 season. www.thebanner.com/sports/oriol...
As part of their agreement, Oriole Park's field will be resod ahead of the 2026 season. www.thebanner.com/sports/oriol...
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Massive data centers invaded Virginia — and Maryland wants to be next, @briaovers.bsky.social reports. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)
Massive data centers invaded Virginia — and Maryland wants to be next
Virginia’s rapid accumulation of nearly 600 data centers now feels like a warning for some Marylanders, as businesses and local governments look to attract the giant facilities.
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October 16, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Massive data centers invaded Virginia — and Maryland wants to be next, @briaovers.bsky.social reports. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)
Practicing at Oriole Park is a "pretty damn cool setting," Rams coach Sean McVay said.
But the field, in the shadow of several buildings, also presents a unique privacy challenge. Some who work nearby have been asked not to video practice. www.thebanner.com/sports/raven...
But the field, in the shadow of several buildings, also presents a unique privacy challenge. Some who work nearby have been asked not to video practice. www.thebanner.com/sports/raven...
Rams practices at Oriole Park present a unique sight — and privacy challenge
For the first time ever, football players are practicing at Camden Yards. Doing so in the shadow of surrounding buildings, like the nearby Hilton, presents a unique privacy challenge for the Los Angel...
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October 16, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Practicing at Oriole Park is a "pretty damn cool setting," Rams coach Sean McVay said.
But the field, in the shadow of several buildings, also presents a unique privacy challenge. Some who work nearby have been asked not to video practice. www.thebanner.com/sports/raven...
But the field, in the shadow of several buildings, also presents a unique privacy challenge. Some who work nearby have been asked not to video practice. www.thebanner.com/sports/raven...
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📊 We’ve got a new Maryland poll! 📊
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s approval is 54%.
We also asked folks an open-ended question about Moore’s accomplishments and they struggled to name any.
Read more:
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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s approval is 54%.
We also asked folks an open-ended question about Moore’s accomplishments and they struggled to name any.
Read more:
www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...
Banner poll: 54% approval for Moore, but voters can’t identify his accomplishments
While a majority of Marylanders approve of the job Gov. Wes Moore is doing, they struggle to identify his achievements and offer only soft support, according to a new statewide poll from The Banner.
www.thebanner.com
October 15, 2025 at 11:57 AM
📊 We’ve got a new Maryland poll! 📊
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s approval is 54%.
We also asked folks an open-ended question about Moore’s accomplishments and they struggled to name any.
Read more:
www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s approval is 54%.
We also asked folks an open-ended question about Moore’s accomplishments and they struggled to name any.
Read more:
www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...
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Gov. Wes Moore talks federal ‘assault’ on Maryland
Gov. Wes Moore talks federal ‘assault’ on Maryland
“The assault that we’ve now had on the state of Maryland has been aggressive, has been intentional, it’s been petty, it’s been partisan and it’s been punishing,” Gov. Wes Moore said during...
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October 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Gov. Wes Moore talks federal ‘assault’ on Maryland
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Maryland’s largest brewery is teaming up with peers amid industry challenges
Heavy Seas Beer is teaming up with brewery peers
For the first time in decades, more craft breweries in the U.S. closed than opened last year. Against that backdrop, Heavy Seas Beer is teaming up with three peers to streamline operations.
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October 9, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Maryland’s largest brewery is teaming up with peers amid industry challenges
The L.A. Rams play in Baltimore against the Ravens on Sunday and then in London, England the following week. Rather than return to the West Coast, they'll remain in Baltimore — practicing at Oriole Park.
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The L.A. Rams will practice at Oriole Park before NFL game in London
Rather than flying back to the West Coast after their game in Baltimore, the Rams will stick around, practicing at Oriole Park, before a trip across the pond.
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October 7, 2025 at 5:52 PM
The L.A. Rams play in Baltimore against the Ravens on Sunday and then in London, England the following week. Rather than return to the West Coast, they'll remain in Baltimore — practicing at Oriole Park.
www.thebanner.com/sports/raven...
www.thebanner.com/sports/raven...
McCormick executives meet weekly to discuss Trump's tariffs, which are expected to cost the spice company about $140 million annually. www.thebanner.com/economy/mcco...
McCormick spice company has a $140 million tariff problem
McCormick & Company, a spice giant based in Hunt Valley, said in an earnings call Tuesday that it anticipates $140 million in annual costs associated with President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
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October 7, 2025 at 4:27 PM
McCormick executives meet weekly to discuss Trump's tariffs, which are expected to cost the spice company about $140 million annually. www.thebanner.com/economy/mcco...
They tried the ritzy out-of-town developers. They tried local ones. They even tried breaking up the quagmire that is the "Superblock" into bite-size parcels.
All failed. Then, it burned.
What's next for the stagnant development?
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All failed. Then, it burned.
What's next for the stagnant development?
w/ @emilyopilo.bsky.social www.thebanner.com/economy/supe...
The Superblock blaze followed a generation of development failure. Now what?
An ambitious plan to redevelop what’s called the Superblock, an area of downtown Baltimore, has been stuck in the mud for a quarter century. Much of the area was razed after a fire last month.
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October 7, 2025 at 12:00 PM
They tried the ritzy out-of-town developers. They tried local ones. They even tried breaking up the quagmire that is the "Superblock" into bite-size parcels.
All failed. Then, it burned.
What's next for the stagnant development?
w/ @emilyopilo.bsky.social www.thebanner.com/economy/supe...
All failed. Then, it burned.
What's next for the stagnant development?
w/ @emilyopilo.bsky.social www.thebanner.com/economy/supe...