A three-alarm fire at Solomons Island yesterday afternoon destroyed two landmarks, the Lighthouse Inn and Bowen's Inn. The cause of the fire is currently unknown, but yesterday's gusting 45 mph winds made the fire quick to spread and hard to bring under control.

I'm quite sad to hear this, as I live only 10 minutes away and have been to both restaurants. Although the Lighthouse Inn was a bit upscale for dinner, it was worth it, and it was also known for its good happy hour specials. Bowen's Inn was decidedly unpretentious, but I can attest to the amazing fried chicken special on Sundays.

Hopefully they'll be able to rebuild, but at this point rebuilding plans of all parties are unknown.