Top 5: Chick-fil-A Progress, School Emergency Drills

Here's a look at some of the top stories from Severna Park Patch this week. To read more of any story, just click on the link.

1. SPHS to Undergo Emergency Drill Tuesday
Students at Severna Park High School executed an emergency drill on Tuesday that dealt with an armed and dangerous intruder in the building. However, the drill is was unrelated to the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School last week.

2. KFC Update: Chick-fil-A Expanding Leelyn Drive
Chick-fil-A has signed the lease to take over the old KFC on Ritchie Highway and now has to improve the condition of Leelyn Drive. Chick-fil-A also will reconstruct the two entrances into the former KFC parking lot.

3. Millersville Woman Finds Home in Edgewater Bakery
After years of making scones as a hobby, Andrea Galdi has now turned her recreational activity into a business. She has gone into business with two other women at LilyRose Cakes, Cupcakes & Confections in Edgewater.

4. Local Doctor Named Young Optometrist of the Year
The Maryland Optometric Association (MOA) recently named Dr. Kevin Johnson, who is an eye doctor at Peepers of Severna Park, Young Optometrist of the Year.

5. SP Holiday Gift Guide
This week's holiday gift guides took an inside look at Side Street Framers and Treasures. See what these local businesses are offering to holiday shoppers looking to save, spend or splurge on gifts.

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