The month of June is a time when the sun shines brightly and the days are long. Time to enjoy outdoor activities like swimming, barbecuing, and going on vacations as the kids are getting out of school. June marks the beginning of summer. One of my favorite times of the year. I started my summer having my gallbladder removed. Apparently it didn't like my eating habits. Drink water people. Lots of it!
“Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and then beat you with experience.” - Mark Twain
I should have taken this advice. I spent too much time this weekend dealing with people talking trash about me on Facebook. Apparently when I post what's coming some people think it's all my stuff. They think these are all my projects and all my developments and I make all the decisions on who comes to the area. Like I personally decide to put four chicken restaurants in an area. 99% of what I tell you about I have absolutely nothing to do with. We don't own any properties besides our office space we occupy. I'm just informing you of what's happening in the area because I don't like rumors flying around and its kind of fun to do. I'm trying to educate. But these Yo-Yos hold me personally responsible for every tree that has been taken down in Southern Maryland and every nail salon. You try to educate and explain and its like talking to a brick wall. I know better to engage but when they try to defame you you better believe I'm going to respond. And I'll go the legal route if I have to.
WMK Appliances is opening soon at Waldorf Shoppers World. This will be their third location in the DMV area. 3228 Crain Highway
Really sorry you have to deal with some of the online jerks. I, for one, really appreciate the information you provide to us. It's nice knowing what's coming to the area, what's going away, and when forums or meetings might be taking place.
ReplyDeleteTHANK YOU for this VOLUNTARY service you provide. There are some of us that REALLY appreciate you.
You know what they say about some behind a keyboard, …….
ReplyDeleteYou do a fantastic job Chris!! It's just like when you explain why we don't have the high end retail in Charles County, some people just don't get it,and that is why there won't be high end retail in Charles County.
ReplyDeleteChris please don't let a few disrupt the valuable information you provide. Fact is, the government nor Shasho has anything to do with what retail sets up in the county. I say retail because very little office will invest in the county or State for that matter. I will say I don't think another house should be built without traffic improvement. Maryland on the whole has some of the worst traffic in America because we travel outside of out local areas because there is little work within 20 miles. Maryland is basically a big bedroom community that helps satisfy the growth in NoVA. I appreciate your input and please keep it up !!!
ReplyDeleteThank you Chris for all the information you provide us. Please know that we know you have nothing to do with most of these projects. The information you provide is valuable and I look forward to your monthly posts here and on Facebook. Keep doing what you're doing!
ReplyDeleteJimmy Beck here, I appreciate you and so does Scotty Mac!
ReplyDeleteI've been following you for years. Never commented on anything you've posted but now is the time...Your blog is one of the many pivotal reasons why I decided to move to Charles County, it definitely keeps my family informed and a number of us are checking in each month to see what is new. Keep up the great work!
ReplyDeleteSame here. This is literally the ONLY source I go to for all commercial happenings in Southern MD. The Charles County site for economic development is a complete snoozer! I enjoy the updates very much here and I hope you continue making a difference.
ReplyDeleteI agree with the sentiments here! I rely heavily on this blog for updates to our community and I am so sorry that you have been dealing with such negativity. Please continue updating your blog and pay no attention to any negative feedback. That quote is hilarious and unfortunately very accurate. Never argue with ignorant people! Just continue trying to educate others and keep it moving. Wishing you all the best!
ReplyDeleteChris, wishing you a smooth recovery. Please ignore the internet trolls. Whenever my husband or I have a question about something being built in so md we come here first, thanks for all you do!
ReplyDeleteI truly appreciate this blog! It keeps me well informed about what's coming to my community. I've been reading it for years and I hope to continue to do so. Thanks for sharing what you know with your readers!
ReplyDeleteFirst time commenting after following you for almost 8 years. I’m here to tell you that every first of the month, I come to your blog to see what’s coming to my area. You are a wealth of information and wisdom. We appreciate you, Chris!
ReplyDeleteChris I so very much enjoy and look forward to the updates you provide each and every month. Please continue to provide this wonderful service. It is greatly appreciated!
ReplyDeleteThank you all for the comments. I really appreciate you taking the time to do that. When people say thing like "you're a crook and stealing the charm of the county to put more millions in your pocket" well it took me over the limit. You put that out to the public and it can hurt my business.
ReplyDeleteChris... one question for you...why do you bother with the 'Idiots'? Please ignore them and keep moving forward...granted this can be difficult for some (I get it) but the best course of action.
ReplyDeleteAs for my comments...I will echo what has been previously posted...you are doing a great community service. For example, I just went to the Charles County Economic Development web site and saw the "5 Year Economic Development Plan"... dated 2016.
Thanks again...
Chris, my family and friends enjoy the monthly updates in the local area. Bert informative. Keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteThanks for keeping us informed about upcoming businesses and growth. You are very informative and we appreciate it. BTW, do you have an update on the Marco’s Pizza opening date?
ReplyDeleteTHank you for sharing the development information that is coming to the area...i truly appreciate you.
ReplyDeleteThank you Chris for your very insightful posts about what’s happening and being planned in local and nearby communities. My family is tremendously appreciative of your time and professionalism and we look forward to your monthly posts! Keep up the great work and try not to get too caught up in the negativity. Thank you very much!
ReplyDeleteWe Need A PopShelf Store In Waldorf, MD
ReplyDeleteJimmy Beck here, I would like to see a root beer factory built in Prince Frederick. I love root beer, I can't drink enough of the stuff. ROOOOT BURRRHHHHH!!!!!
ReplyDeleteOpen a Total Wine & More here in Charles county
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ReplyDeleteThanks for what you do!
Any idea what’s happening close to you there at what looks to be an old bank?
On Stanhaven Pl & 301 it looks like they have started work inside the building.
Thank you, Chris for provided very necessary information. I do get frustrated with some of the businesses that come here that I feel we don't need but I certainly don't blame you. You're just the messenger, doing a fine job that you're not paid to do. Keep it and your head up!!
ReplyDeleteAny info on what’s going in near Bruster’s in Hollywood?
ReplyDeleteI know its early yet, but any idea of when the Weis Grocery Store will be completed on Billingsley? Asking for a friend.
ReplyDeleteThanks again for all the comments.
ReplyDeleteHavent seen any movement on marcos pizza yet.
The bank in white plains will be a dentist. I don't know the doctor yet.
Im looking into the brusters spot, not much out there about it.
Too soon to tell on weis right now.
Thank you for responding to our questions.
DeleteNot quite right next to Brusters, but the next spot over which is probably in question as well since it’s a rebuild of what used to be pickers paradise antiques is going to be a Togo seafood market. Believe either Baynet or southern Maryland news net type of article had given that update :) but also interested in development what will be directly next to brusters :)
DeleteOne Eyes Jacks’s seafood market … st. Mary’s county times newpaper
DeleteAre There Any Updates On What's Happening With The 3 Closed Shoppers Stores In St. Mary's County
ReplyDeleteWeis Market grocery store is coming to Charlotte Hall very soon. It'll be in the abandoned lot (named Charlotte Hall Commons) across from McDonald's and next to the 7|11. Previously approved for McKays, but Weis just took over the existing building permits and renewed them last month. Currently going through slight plan adjustments, but no full county planning commission review required. Permits and updated MSP are moving quickly.
ReplyDeleteSite plan includes Weis (with drive through pharmacy) connected to a strip of multiple retail slots. 4 Separate buildings are also included in the plans, but likely to come later.
Will be great to have another grocery store in the area.
Is this really true about Weis coming to Charlotte Hall? If so, that will be three grocery stores in Charlotte Hall as Aldi is coming too.
DeleteWonder if they will all survive.
ReplyDeleteIf this is true about a Weis coming to CH will it be a upscale store like up on Billingsley Rd.?
ReplyDeleteChris any idea when Sprouts Farmers Market is expected to open in Waldorf? Fall 2024?
ReplyDeleteSorry I went to OC for a few days and I cant respond to the blog from there for some reason. Yes Weis is coming to charlotte hall and should be a store just like the one coming to St. Charles. I was waiting until all the papers were signed. I don't like to post anything until I know its going to come out of the ground.
ReplyDeleteThey haven't even started doing anything for sprouts so fall is probably a good estimate.
Thanks Chris for your responses on Weis coming to Charlotte Hall. Any timeline identified yet on when it might hope to be open?
ReplyDeleteWell my guess would be next summer,they still need to do the grading and all the underground work. That lot has water to it but no sewer. Charlotte Hall will be a busy place in the next year with all the construction going, will look very different when its all done.
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