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Cyndi Lauper’s Former Home, Where She Wrote Award-Winning Hits, Lists for $1.4M Cyndi Lauper’s Former Home, Where She Wrote Award-Winning Hits, Lists for $1.4M
Cyndi Lauper’s Former Home, Where She Wrote Award-Winning Hits, Lists for $1.4M A French Country Colonial once owned by pop icon Cyndi Lauper is on the market in Stamford, giving buyers a chance to own a piece of music history. The four-bedroom, five-bathroom home sits at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac on Saddle Hill Road, surrounded by landscaped hills, according to Zillow. It was listed for sale last month for $1.4 million. Cyndi Lauper lived in the 3,885-square-foot home with her husband, David Thornton, and their son from 1986 until 2017. Zillow Fashion house Nine West co-founder Vince Camuto built the home in 1975. Lauper owned the 3,885-square-foot propert…

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by Josh Lanier
Business
Cracker Barrel's Remodel Plan Hits Nerves With Loyal Fans: 'Country Charm Is Gone' Cracker Barrel's Remodel Plan Hits Nerves With Loyal Fans: 'Country Charm Is Gone'
Cracker Barrel's Remodel Plan Hits Nerves With Loyal Fans: 'Country Charm Is Gone' Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is giving its restaurants a brighter, modern look, but the makeover is polarizing among the restaurant's biggest fans, with some saying the chain is losing its country charm. Cracker Barrel is in the process of remodeling dozens of its roughly 660 locations nationwide. The effort includes lighter paint, fewer antiques on the walls, updated menus, and streamlined cooking processes aimed at attracting a wider range of diners. Early remodels have already rolled out in multiple states, The Wall Street Journal reported in May. Cracker Barrel plans to update or re…

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by Chris Spiker
Obituaries
MD Mom, Unborn Baby Die, Leaving Behind Dad, 2 Children: 'Heartbreaking' MD Mom, Unborn Baby Die, Leaving Behind Dad, 2 Children: 'Heartbreaking'
MD Mom, Unborn Baby Die, Leaving Behind Dad, 2 Children: 'Heartbreaking' An unexpected tragedy struck a family in Carroll County, with the community now rallying for a 34-year-old expectant mother who died, along with her unborn child. Westminster resident Lauryn Fazenbaker Diehl, 34, and their unborn baby girl, Rowen, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 22 at Carroll Hospital Center, leaving behind her husband and two young children.  A GoFundMe for the family had raised more than $56,000 as of press time. A graduate of the Art Institute of York, Lauryn was being remembered in her obituary as a "light to all those around her." "Her love for the arts show…

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by Zak Failla
Real Estate
Kalorama’s Crown Jewel? Lavish $5.8M Estate Could Be Ultimate Power Address For DC Players Kalorama’s Crown Jewel? Lavish $5.8M Estate Could Be Ultimate Power Address For DC Players
Kalorama’s Crown Jewel? Lavish $5.8M Estate Could Be Ultimate Power Address For DC Players A stately home in DC's prestigious Kalorama neighborhood may be the perfect spot or a new Cabinet member after it hit the market for $5.8 million.  Dilan Homes has completed a top-to-bottom reimagination and restoration of a popular Federal-Inspired Brick Home that sits in the heart of community, surrounded by homes that have housed some of the rich, famous, and powerful. The listing was posted by Robert Hryniewicki, Adam Rackliffe, Christopher Leary, and Micah Smith of HRL Partners at Washington Fine Properties. "It is 100 percent gut renovated with an entirely brand new floor plan, …

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by Zak Failla
Business
Shoppers Rejoice! IKEA Opening New Format Store In Maryland Shoppers Rejoice! IKEA Opening New Format Store In Maryland
Shoppers Rejoice! IKEA Opening New Format Store In Maryland IKEA announced plans to open a new store in Maryland, increasing its footprint in the DMV region, officials announced. Later this year, IKEA US plans to open a Plan & order point with Pick-up in Annapolis, which will allow customers to shop online and then pick up their orders up at the new location. The new store will offer home furnishing inspiration and personalized interior design planning, according to officials. Purchases can also be arranged to be shipped to customers' homes or other points of delivery. It is expected to be complete in late 2023 at 2512 A Solomons Island Road in…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Upscale Eatery Replacing Fleming's Steakhouse In Baltimore Upscale Eatery Replacing Fleming's Steakhouse In Baltimore
Upscale Eatery Replacing Fleming's Steakhouse In Baltimore Baltimore's Harbor East neighborhood is about to get a refreshing new taste with a brand-new upscale steakhouse. The 200-seat classic American steakhouse, The Ruxton, will replace the former Fleming's Steakhouse this fall. “We wanted to choose a name that our local clientele was familiar with,” said Atlas President & CEO Alexander Smith. “As with every restaurant in our portfolio, we are building this restaurant for local Baltimoreans first and foremost. We look forward to being able to provide the community with a new and exciting dining option that is built on Atlas’ foundation of int…

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by Annie DeVoe