YOU’VE GOT QUESTIONS. WE’VE GOT ANSWERS! We have complied a list of FAQ to help you understand what this years Dragon Boat Festival is about and what you can expect. If you still have questions, please email us at dragonboat@endhungercalvert.org. What is Dragon Boating? Dragon boating is today’s fastest-growing international team water sport. The...
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For the fifth consecutive year, MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital received the 2013 Workplace Excellence, the Health & Wellness Trailblazer and the EcoLeadership awards through the Alliance for Workplace Excellence (AWE). New this year, the hospital also received the inaugural 2013 Diversity Champion Award. AWE is a non-profit organization that focuses on making companies in...
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POSITION: Senior Accountant G-S08, $47,570 – $57,949 (B.O.E) + FRINGE BENEFITS DEPARTMENT: Finance OPENING DATE: 05-22-13 CLOSING DATE: 06-05-13 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field. Experience: Three or more years related experience. Note: Any equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities...
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SMECO’s Linemen Test Their Job Skills in Gaff ’n’ Go Rodeo Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative’s (SMECO) linemen work long hours to keep the power flowing to more than 154,000 homes and businesses in the region. The job requires not just physical ability and technical knowledge but also attention to safety. Recently, several SMECO linemen...
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This is a last-minute invitation to join us at Calvert Library tomorrow, March 16th, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., for a lively discussion about Title IX, the federal law that guarantees equal educational opportunities to women and girls. Calvert Library is located at 850 Costley Way, in the shopping center on Route 2/4 across...
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The St. Mary’s County Government is requesting competative bids for the replacement of existing A/C units with new heat pumps at the Board of Elections. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 10:00am at Building Services Conference room, 41870 Baldridge Street, Leonardtown, MD 20650. A Local Vendor Preference is applicable...
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The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is continuing to receive calls from citizens who are victims of fraud/theft scheme. The theft/fraud schemes take many forms. Kidnapping Scheme – The victim received a telephone call from someone asking vague, personal questions regarding their family members. The man claims their family member was involved in a...
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On Saturday, May 11, 2013, under threatening skies, the Lusby Business Association held their annual Shop Local/ Spring Fling to promote businesses in the three shopping centers – Lusby Commons, Town Square and Lusby Hills Shopping Center. And there were plenty of businesses to celebrate. The rain stopped in time to let vendors set...
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Making Things Easier for Working Families This week’s Republican address focuses on family, from wishing all the nation’s moms a Happy Mother’s Day to promoting common-sense legislation that will help make it easier for Americans to balance work & family. Delivering the address is Rep. Martha Roby (R-AL), a working mom who has championed...
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Creativity and Culinary Education for children on May 18 Simon malls dish up fun, food and learning experiences during special kids’ event Aspiring young chefs and little foodies are invited to get a taste of just how fun fare can be at Simon Kidgits Club Lil Chefs, an annual Simon® malls event designed to get...
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This week, House Republicans passed their “Pay China First” bill that places our nation at risk of defaulting on our obligations. This partisan bill mandates paying China and other holders of our debt before our other legal obligations, including paying our troops, veterans benefits, and seniors’ health care. Taking this action of prioritizing is...
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St. Mary’s County Prescription Drug Program Continues to Save Residents Money Average savings of $21.41 per prescription and 30 percent off retail price In March 2010, St. Mary’s County began offering a prescription discount card program to help consumers cope with the high cost of prescriptions. To date, County residents have saved in excess of...
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House Passes Bill to Help Hardworking Americans Better Balance Demands of Work & Family House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) today praised House passage of the Working Families Flexibility Act (H.R. 1406), legislation introduced by Rep. Martha Roby (R-AL) to help give working moms and dads more choices and flexibility to spend time with their...
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Boehner Highlights GOP Jobs Plan as President Obama “Pivots to Jobs” Again At his press briefing today, House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) highlighted the House GOP plan for economic growth and job creation, contrasting it with President Obama’s latest pivot back to jobs with his event in Austin, Texas today: “Today the president’s on...
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Hoyer: Republicans’ Pay China First Bill Is Not A Feasible Solution To Our Debt Problem House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) spoke on the House Floor this morning in opposition to H.R. 807, the “Pay China First” Act: “I thank the Ranking Member . I rise partly in sadness, wholly in...
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Attorney General Gansler Urges Major Advertisers to Pull Ads from Internet Site Ask.fm Companies should cease support of website that enables anonymous attacks and poses other risks to children Attorney General Douglas F. Gansler is urging several major advertisers to cease advertising on Ask.fm, an ad-supported website that has become a forum for anonymous attacks...
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This week, House Republicans are once again putting the U.S. at risk of defaulting on its obligations, and another downgrade of our credit rating. The “Pay China First” bill that Republicans are bringing to the House Floor this week is not a real solution to our nation’s fiscal situation. In fact, it is planning...
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From “Together for Youth,” a NEW collaborative recently formed in the Twin Beaches in Calvert County representing local businesses and organizations wishing to get the word out to families about “fun, local things for kids to do!” The new Beaches Collaborative, “Together for Youth” will meet Tuesday, May 21st at the North East Community...
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The American Concrete Institute recently honored Chaney Enterprises with its “Excellence in Concrete” Awards for projects in Virginia and Anne Arundel County. Projects selected by the ACI represent the best concept, originality and application of concrete in construction and renovation projects. The project can also reflect the advancement of knowledge and practices in the...
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In response to the great need for psychiatric care in our community, Walden Behavioral Health is pleased to announce the opening of our newest community mental health clinic at our Hope Place facility in Millison Plaza, Lexington Park. Thanks to a partnership between Medstar St. Mary’s Hospital and Walden, the clinic includes L’Tanya Haith,...
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The St. Charles Companies welcomes Little Paul and Company to the free waterfront Sunset Concert Festival in St. Charles, on Friday, May 10th at 7:00 PM. Raised on the riverbanks of Southern Maryland, Little Paul started playing guitar at 15 and has enjoyed a career built on his renditions of classic blues, rock and...
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The Lexington Park Business and Community Association dedicated its second annual Pride in the Park Parade to the 70 year partnership with Patuxent Naval Air Station. The Naval Air Station was commissioned in 1943 and April 1st was the 70th year since the installation was opened. This year’s parade kicked off at 10 am...
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Community business leaders can access the knowledge and experience of world-renowned leaders by attending Chick-fil-A® Leadercast® at New Life Church in La Plata on Friday, May 10, 2013 Chick-fil-A® Leadercast® is a one-day leader development event broadcast LIVE from Atlanta, Georgia to hundreds of sites throughout the nation, including Southern Maryland. Speakers for this...
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Maryland Farmers Produce 850,000 Million Eggs a Year May is National Egg Month, a time to encourage citizens to seek out locally produced eggs and to recognize Maryland farmers who produce nearly 71 million dozen eggs a year. “Eggs are a commodity that can work for both large and small scale producers,” said Agriculture...
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St. Mary’s County Hospitality and Tourism Industry Breakfast Meet & Greet – May 15 Restaurants, Shops, Galleries, Studios, Event Producers, Wineries, Agri-tourism Sites, Farm Markets, Parks, Sports & Recreation Venues, Golf Courses, Museums, Attractions, Transportation Providers, Outfitters, Marinas, Charter Boats, Hotels, Campgrounds, Bed & Breakfasts, and Vacation Rentals are invited to a Breakfast Meet...
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Potomac River Waterfowl Show iscoming to St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds in Leonardtown Come out and watch the wild come to life as award-winning artists showcase their world class wildlife art, and hand – carved decoys at the Community Foundation of Southern Maryland’s 7th Annual Potomac River Waterfowl Show. The Community Foundation of Southern Maryland...
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The Farmers’ Market, Classic Car Cruise-In and Art Fair will kick off this Friday, May 3, 2013. The following roads will be closed for this WEEKLY event: • 5th Street between Bay and Chesapeake Avenues will close at 2:00 p.m. • Bay Avenue at 3rd Street will close at 4:00 p.m. There will be...
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Join Us on Wednesday, May 8th for the 12th Annual Business Showcase! Southern Maryland Higher Education Center, Bldg. 2 44219 Airport Rd., California The Chamber’s premier event, the annual Business Showcase, is only a week away! The Showcase hours are from 1:30 pm to 6:00 pm, and the event is open to the public. There...
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On Sunday, April 28 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Hot Steppers held its second Family Fun Day with ‘Steps for the Cure.’ The effort this year was to raise funds for the American Cancer Society. According to Mary Terrell, “We are a group of family and friends that make up the team...
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May 3 to August 30 Fridays, 7:00 pm Charles County’s most popular outdoor concert series returns May 3 when reggae band Peter Humphrey and Oasis Group kick off the Sunset Concert Festival at 7 p.m. on stage at O’Donnell Lake in St. Charles. With a mission to “Quench Your Musical Thirst,” this local...
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Thomas Stone High School is partnering with Comcast and the Black Leadership Council for Excellence to host Comcast Cares Day on Saturday, April 27 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is part of Comcast’s companywide day of community and volunteer service. As part of the event, Stone students and staff, along with...
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On a beautiful Saturday, with a light wind and temperatures in the 70’s, 231 Farm, Home & Pet Center’s 2nd annual open house brought out pet lovers and families. Children were excited as they ran from one exhibit to another. Dogs came with their owners and/or guardians, sniffing their way along the midway. Some...
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Spring Ridge Middle School Rhythm Club Among Groups Performing at Pride in the Park Parade Spring Ridge Middle School’s Rhythm Club is among nine new groups participating in the second annual Pride in the Park parade, scheduled for Saturday, May 4 in Lexington Park. The Rhythm Club is widely known across the county for...
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Statement by Speaker Boehner on Latest Disappointing Economic Growth Report House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) today cited another disappointing GDP report as evidence that the president’s economic policies haven’t worked, and outlined several steps Washington can take to unleash robust economic growth and job creation: “Consistently weak economic growth and the slowest recovery of...
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House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on the estimate of GDP for the first quarter of 2013: “This morning’s GDP report by the Bureau of Economic Analysis that our economy grew by 2.5% during the first quarter of 2013 demonstrates the resilience of the American economy in the...
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Calvert County Department of Economic Development Offers Free Employment Classified Listings for Local Businesses Calvert County-based businesses seeking a fresh and free way to find employees are invited to try the Calvert County Department of Economic Development’s online employment classified ads. The free service allows business owners to add, renew or remove employment listings...
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Lessons from Boston: CCSO Offers Reminder of Security Camera Importance A swifter conclusion in the hunt for the Boston marathon bombers seems almost impossible: Less than a week following the pair of explosions that killed three marathon spectators and injured scores of others, the world watched Bostonians rejoice as police captured the last of...
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St. Mary’s County is requesting a firm fixed price bid for the design/build of restroom facilities located at Wicomico Shores Public Landing located at 35222 Army/Navy Drive, Mechanicsville. Interested bidders may download the solicitation at emaryland marketplace www.ebidmarketplace.com under Bid # MDSMG31008213. For additional information please contact Tory DiGregorio, Senior Buyer at 301-475-4200 ext....
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Museum and All activities FREE on May 4, 2013 If you love traditional music, then come on down to the Calvert Marine Museum on Saturday, May 4 and enjoy the toe-tapping sounds on the Traditional Music stage in the Corbin Pavilion. Kicking off at 11:00 will be Folk Salad Trio with their sweet harmonies...
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The St. Mary’s County Government is seeking bidders to provide Landscaping Services in accordance with Section C of this Solicitation. Questions may be submitted in writing or via email through Monday May 6, 2013. A Local Vendor Preference is applicable to this solicitation. Interested bidders may download the solicitation from the eMaryland Marketplace (https://www.ebidmarketplace.com)...
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3 Chicks Promotions, LLC, an event planning and marketing company, announced a number of activities that will be happening at the Southern Maryland Women’s Show and Kids’ Expo (SOMD Women’s Show and Kids’ Expo) set for Saturday, April 27. The second, tri-county event which focuses on women and their influential purchasing and decision-making power,...
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Statement from the Governor’s Office of Health Care Reform on Carriers’ Insurance Form and Rate Filings In response to the filings posted by the Maryland Insurance Administration today, which show rates carriers have proposed for plans to be offered on the Maryland Health Connection, the state-based health insurance marketplace to be operated by the...
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The NRC is expanding its social media program by launching a pilot of a live discussion platform known as NRC Chat. The first Chat is scheduled for April 30 at 2 p.m. EDT on the subject of the history of U.S. nuclear power with the NRC’s historian, Tom Wellock. The Chat is similar to...
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The St. Mary’s County Health Department has joined the list of Healthiest Maryland Businesses through its Workplace Wellness initiative. Workplace Wellness describes efforts by businesses and other employers to improve the health of their employees through strategies in the workplace. These efforts often encourage healthy eating, increasing physical activity in and out of the...
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CSM’s ‘Night of Engineering.’ 6-7:30 p.m., May 1, College of Southern Maryland, Center for Business and Industry (BI) Building, Chaney Enterprises Conference Room BI-113, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. CSM’s ‘Night of Engineering’ is an opportunity for students and parents to get information about the college’s mechanical engineering partnership with the University of Maryland’s...
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On Saturday morning, April 20, 2013 vendors, schools and citizens came to be a part of Calvert County Green Expo 2013. Although the day started out breezy and cool, the sun came out and by noon, Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Art Center was a beehive of activity. This year’s theme was Focusing Green-Major Area:...
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Men’s Lacrosse, Women’s Cross Country Coaches Recruiting for 2013-14 Seasons The College of Southern Maryland is adding opportunities for Southern Maryland student-athletes to compete on a collegiate level in men’s lacrosse and women’s cross country beginning in the 2013-14 academic year. The college has named Justin W. Ryan as head men’s lacrosse coach and Christopher...
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On Tuesday, April 16 the Charles County Commissioners issued proclamation #2013-22 designating April as Fair Housing Month in Charles County. The 1968 Fair Housing Act guarantees the right of all Americans to dwell in the neighborhood of their choice. Even though this non-discriminatory policy is the law of the land, its proper enforcement requires...
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Habitat for Humanity International is hosting a Veterans Build program event, Build on the Mall, in Washington, D.C. June 2-5, 2013 where AmeriCorps members and veteran and civilian volunteers will build seven house frames and wheelchair ramps on the Washington D.C. Mall. The local affiliate, Patuxent Habitat for Humanity, is an active participant and...
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Grants will help farmers implement conservation practices to protect the environment. Governor Martin O’Malley announced this week that the Board of Public Works approved $188,865 in agricultural cost-share grants in seven counties for 20 projects that will prevent soil erosion, manage nutrients and safeguard water quality in streams, rivers and the Chesapeake Bay. Together,...
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The second annual Fit & Healthy Expo will be held Sunday, May 5, from 10 am to 3 pm at Chancellor’s Run Regional Park. The free public event is being sponsored by Health Connections at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital and the Fit & Healthy St. Mary’s Coalition. Exhibitions and demonstrations by local businesses will...
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The St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS) Department of Special Education, through a grant for transitioning youth and in partnership with Wyle Laboratories Inc., is sponsoring a transition conference luncheon from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at the Wyle Laboratories Conference Center, 22300 Exploration Drive, Lexington Park, MD 20653....
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On Wednesday, April 17, the Charles County Commissioners celebrated the groundbreaking for what will soon be a new VanGO Transfer Pavilion. The pavilion will be located at the VanGO Park-and-Ride lot at the corner of Smallwood Drive and U.S. Route 301 in Waldorf. This new transfer pavilion will allow all VanGO buses to stage...
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Due to declining seasonal groundwater levels, the St. Mary’s County Health Department’s Environmental Health Services Division will suspend wet season perc testing on Friday, May 3, 2013. Conditions within a network of monitoring wells in the county confirm the declining groundwater levels. Applications for perc tests received this season that have not yet been...
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The House Energy & Commerce Committee today approved the Northern Route Approval Act (H.R. 3), legislation by Rep. Lee Terry (R-NE) that clears the way for construction of the popular Keystone XL pipeline. Keystone XL has already been delayed for more than four years, and there remain a number of bureaucratic and legal hurdles...
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Travis Thomas of Thomas and Son Transport had a dream when he joined the family business with his father – make the roads safer for everyone. When asked about his service, he indicated that the Party Bus would be shuttling people back and forth over the Thomas Johnson Bridge from the Tiki Bar opening...
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Leonardtown Earth Day Celebration 2013 is on Sunday, April 21 from 12:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Talk to experts in soil and water conservation, animal rescue, solar energy, gardening, and recycling. See bee keeping and yarn spinning demonstrations and visit live animal exhibits. Enjoy the scenic walk to the Wharf for free kayak and...
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The Deale Elks Lodge is looking for artist/craft/resale/commercial vendors for their upcoming 2013 Summer Bazaar 6/29/13 9-2 benefiting the Lodge and their support of Second Hope Rescue of Southern Maryland. Interested vendors can visit www.deale-elks.com/craft_fair for application and additional information.
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Bob Hall, LLC and Anheuser Busch, working together with the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police, the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse and the Calvert and St. Mary’s Counties Community Traffic Safety Programs are sponsoring a Designated Driver program to be held during the annual opening of the Tiki Bar this year. The...
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On Sunday, April 14, at approximately 6:30 pm, fire and rescue units from Leonardtown and Hollywood responded to a call for a reported structural collapse. First responders discovered a decorative, non-load-bearing facade structure in the Deli/Seafood area of McKay’s Market & Cafe located at 23860 Hollywood Rd. in Hollywood had collapsed. Authorities disconnected power to the...
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The Chesapeake Bay’s Favorite Trophy Fish is Back in Season Rockfish Season Opens on the Chesapeake April 20 Call them rockfish, rock, stripers or striped bass, but Morone saxatilis is back to spawn in the Chesapeake Bay and area anglers will be out in force for the striped bass season that begins Saturday, April...
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MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital’s Health Connections is pleased to announce they once again received funding for the renewal of a Pink Ribbon Project grant from the Maryland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. This is the fifth consecutive grant awarded to MedStar St. Mary’s. The $85,000 grant will provide free breast exams,...
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House Vote Requires NLRB to “Cease All Activity,” “Stop Exacerbating a Crisis That is Harming the American Workforce” Posted by Don Seymour A bill passed by the House today protects workers and employers by stopping the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) from issuing new decisions until its members are constitutionally appointed. The Preventing Greater...
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Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO), through the National Renewables Cooperative Organization, is requesting proposals for solar electricity generation within SMECO’s service area. SMECO is seeking solar renewable energy deliveries of up to 16,000 megawatt-hours per year, or 2-10 megawatts (MW) alternating current of solar capacity. While this quantity represents the entire solicitation and SMECO...
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If you need parts for your garage door, be it garage door opener repair parts, spring replacements, broken cables, panel replacements, remote repair items, roller replacements, bent or broken garage door tracks or weather seal replacement parts, GarageDoorRepair.com is the place to go for every part required top repair any garage door. The business...
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The Nuclear Regulatory Commission will hold a public open house on Wednesday, April 17, to discuss the agency’s annual review of safety performance at the Calvert Cliffs nuclear power plant. During the open house, which is scheduled for 5 to 7 p.m. at the Spring Hill Suites hotel, at 75 Sherry Lane in Prince...
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Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties set monthly dates for violations A Maryland program that sets aside certain days to hear only natural resource cases has expanded to Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties. The program ensures that natural resource related violations are tried under the same precedent, so that judgments are just and...
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Eighth Annual Business Appreciation Week Scheduled for May 6-10, 2013 The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and the Department of Economic Development observe Business Appreciation Week each year to showcase and celebrate local businesses. This year Business Appreciation Week (BAW) will be held May 6-10 and will feature a host of special...
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Area’s Biggest Single-Day, Family Friendly Event Growing To Larger Scale This Saturday, April 13th From 10:00 am to 2:00 pm The Blue Crabs have announced plans for their annual season-opening Fan Fest celebration at Regency Furniture Stadium, scheduled for Saturday, April 13 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. This year’s event will also feature...
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The Maryland House of Delegates gave final approval Monday, 101 to 36, to a measure exempting Lockheed Martin from paying about $450,000 a year in hotel taxes to MontgomeryCounty related to a training center that the giant defense contractor operates in Bethesda. Supporters of the measure, which had passed the Senate, argue that the...
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“‘Made in America’ has been – and still is, in many respects – a label envied throughout the world. Our factories continue to produce quality products at affordable prices – products that make the world run. We are still the world’s leading manufacturing nation. ”For much of the twentieth century, manufacturing jobs sustained the growth...
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Wicomico Shores Golf Course Advisory Board Meeting Rescheduled The St. Mary’s County Department of Recreation and Parks announces that the Wicomico Shores Golf Course Advisory Board meeting, originally scheduled for Wednesday, April 17, 2013, has been rescheduled to Wednesday, April 24, 2013. The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. in the Golf Course Clubhouse....
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Local builders and County citizens who have building and grading permit approvals, site plan approvals, subdivision approvals, special exceptions granted by the Board of Appeals, water and sewerage allocations, and/or projects in various stages of approval that will expire, and have been unable to proceed due to the economy, may be eligible for extension....
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If you’ve been seeking an opportunity to play a more active role in your community, now is your chance. The St. Mary’s Board of County Commissioners is calling all citizens interested in volunteering their time to the community by serving on various Boards, Committees and Commissions. Detailed descriptions of the various board openings and membership application...
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House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) released the following statement in response to the Department of Labor’s unemployment report for March 2013: “The president’s policies continue to make it harder for Americans to find work. Hundreds of thousands fled the workforce last month and unemployment remains far above what the Obama administration promised when it...
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No.’s 15-11 Feature Everything From Paint The Park Pink Night To Boy/Girl Scout Nights and A Special Character Appearance No. 15 – Friday, June 14 – Boy Scout Night, Flat Screen Friday Giveaway, Post-Game Fireworks: Boy Scouts across Maryland are bringing the great outdoors to Regency Furniture Stadium on Friday, June 14. Troops will...
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Six Days to Go: Will the President’s Budget Offer Any Hints on Keystone? Less than a week. That’s all that we have left until the president finally – after his historic 65-day delay – releases his tax-and-spend budget plan. Of course, a budget is much more than just numbers on paper. A budget should...
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The Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership is an emerging community-driven coalition of public and private partners working together to improve community health. Healthy St. Mary’s includes the efforts of its action teams, including Fit & Healthy St. Mary’s, Tobacco Free Living, and Behavioral Health. The partnership recently launched its new website to engage community organizations...
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2nd Annual Pride in the Park Parade to Honor Pax River’s 70th Anniversary The Lexington Park Business and Community Association will dedicate its second annual Pride in the Park Parade to the celebration of the community’s 70-year partnership with the Naval Air Station (NAS) Patuxent River. NAS Patuxent River was commissioned in 1943. April...
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EPA RECOGNIZES SMECO AS 2013 ENERGY STAR® PARTNER OF THE YEAR SMECO earns award for delivering energy efficiency information and services The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) with a 2013 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award for its outstanding contributions to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by delivering...
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LEFT TURN RESTRICTION AT MD 765/SOLOMONS ISLAND ROAD IN PRINCE FREDERICK, CALVERT COUNTY NOW IN EFFECT Right-Turn Only Pattern From Main Street in Prince Frederick onto MD 2/4 Implemented to Improve Safety The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) is now restricting left turns for motorists traveling south on Main Street (MD 765A) south of...
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House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after the Institute for Supply Management released its report for March: “Yesterday’s report by the Institute for Supply Management shows the resilience of America’s manufacturing sector. While manufacturing continues to expand, last month’s slowed growth makes it even more important for Congress...
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Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Terminate Contracts with Universal Health Care, Inc. and Universal Health Care Insurance Company Effective April 1, 2013 the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has terminated its contracts with Universal Health Care, Inc. and Universal Health Care Insurance Company, which sold Medicare Advantage policies in the St....
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Resurfacing Work on Thomas Johnson Bridge Approach Begins This Evening Overnight Work will Minimize Traffic Impacts Beginning this evening the Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) will begin resurfacing the MD 4 (Patuxent Beach Road) southern approach to the Governor Thomas Johnson Bridge. SHA expects to complete all work within a week, weather permitting. Work...
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The Board of Appeals meeting, scheduled for Thursday, April 11, 2013, has been cancelled. The next meeting of the Board of Appeals is scheduled for Thursday, April 25, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. in the Commissioners Meeting Room of the Chesapeake Building located at 41770 Baldridge Street, Leonardtown, Maryland.
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MD Agricultural Commission Schedules Public Meeting and Ag Tour for April 10 The Maryland Agricultural Commission will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, April 10, at 7:00 p.m. at the Howard County Fair Grounds Dining Hall, 2210 Howard County Fair Road, in West Friendship. Anyone interested in farming and rural topics is encouraged to...
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The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners recently drew winning names for the Restaurant Week basket giveaway. The grand prize winner was Karen Hinkle of St. Leonard, who is pictured with her son, Kenny. Runner-up winners were Hannah Withem of Lusby, Marge Hoffman of Lusby, Marilyn Harkey of Prince Frederick and Jeff Heiska of...
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Yesterday, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-5) met with the Human Services Coalition of Prince George’s County to discuss the impact of the automatic, across-the-board spending cuts known as sequestration on low and middle-income families in Maryland and the need to replace the sequester with a balanced alternative that includes both targeted spending cuts and...
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MDA Reports Weights and Measures Law Violations Reports Cover January 1 through March 13, 2013 The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) Weights and Measures Section inspects and regulates devices used to determine the quantity of commodities as diverse as fuel oil, food products, livestock, grain, and precious metals. The Weights and Measures Section reported...
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St. Mary’s County Government is seeking bidders to provide proposals for County Custodial Services. Interested bidders may view/download the solicitation on eMaryland Marketplace (https://ebidmarketplace.com) under bid number MDSMG31007844. For information contact Randy Burns, CPPB, Procurement Manager at randy.burns@stmarysmd.com. A Pre-Bid meeting will be held on April 11, 2013 at 10:00 am in the BOCC...
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SENATE REPUBLICANS PROPOSE COMMON-SENSE TRANSPORTATION AMENDMENTS TO HOUSE BILL 1515 Dems Reject All GOP Amendments as Senate Rams through Gov. O’Malley’s 87% Gas Tax Hike In an almost five-hour long session on Good Friday, Maryland Senate Republicans proposed, and Senate Democrats rejected, over a dozen amendments to Governor O’Malley’s gas tax bill that would...
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No.’s 20-16 Feature Everything From Exclusive Kids Club Events And Giveaways To Faith And Family Night In 2013 No. 20 – Sunday, August 25- Chick-fil-A Backfin Buddies Kids Club “Free Ticket Sunday” Featuring “Yo Gabba Gabba” Character Appearance And Exclusive Post-Game Movie & Popcorn, Faith And Family Night #2: This Sunday matinee will feature...
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The St. Mary’s County Government is seeking bidders to provide competitive pricing on two Trash Transfer Trailers in accordance with this solicitation. Interested bidders may download the solicitation from eMaryland Marketplace https://www.ebidmarketplace.com under Bid # MDSMG31007814. For additional information please contact Brandon Hayden, Buyer via email: brandon.hayden@stmarysmd.com.
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The Newtowne Players announce auditions for a new improvisational acting troupe, which will perform both at Three Notch Theatre and throughout the community. Auditions will be held April 2 at 6:30 p.m. at Three Notch Theatre on 21744 South Coral Drive in Lexington Park. Actors must be 18 years or older. No experience necessary....
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The St. Mary’s County Government (SMCG) is soliciting for bids to establish a firm fixed fee contract to provide and secure design and construction services to renovate the interior of an existing county-owned building to be used as a Civil War Interpretive Center located at 21550 Willows Road, Lexington Park, Maryland. Interested bidders may...
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The St. Mary’s County Government is seeking bidders to provide Baseline Assessment and Construction Services to repair and restore the Piney Point Lighthouse Tower and Keeper’s Quarters as specified in this solicitation. A Pre-Bid Meeting is scheduled for 10AM on Tuesday April 9, 2013 in Room 14 of the Potomac Building, 23115 Leonard Hall...
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Chief U.S. District Judge Deborah K. Chasanow sentenced Darlene M. Altvater, age 48, of Mechanicsville, Maryland, late yesterday to five months in prison, followed by five months home detention and three years of supervised release, for two counts of making false statements to obtain federal disability benefits. Chief Judge Chasanow also ordered Altvater to...
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Chesapeake Bay Events is pleased to announce that the 1st Southern Maryland Blues Festival will be held September 7th and 8th, 2013 at the Calvert County Fairgrounds in Prince Frederick, Maryland. All of the net proceeds from this festival will go to End Hunger in Calvert County. Festival lineup should be announced in about...
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The commitment of the men and women of the Maryland State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division to traffic safety has contributed to Maryland’s number one ranking in the nation for ‘inspection intensity,’ according to an industry research group. In an article published in the March 2013 issue of “Overdrive” magazine, Maryland is ranked as...
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3 Chicks Promotions, LLC, announced today, an additional call for outdoor vendors to participate in the Southern Maryland (SOMD) Women’s Show and Kids’ Expo. The SOMD Women’s Show – an annual regional, tri-county event focusing on women and women’s purchasing power – will be held Saturday, April 27 at the Southern Maryland Higher Education...
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The Maryland Horse Industry Board, a program within the Maryland Department of Agriculture, is kicking off the first installment in a Speaker Series on March 27 with a presentation by President & CEO of Dover Saddlery Stephen L. Day, one of the nation’s largest equine retailers. His presentation is entitled: “The Good News and...
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Speaker John Boehner marked the anniversary of the infamous “tour de farce”. The president held a photo op last year to tout his support for the southern part of that pipeline,” Boehner said of the president’s visit to Cushing, OK. The problem? “That section didn’t need his approval.” The northern part of the Keystone XL pipeline...
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UPDATE: The water main break on Chesapeake Avenue has been temporarily fixed for this evening. To permanently fix the problem, a valve needs to be replaced. Water will be turned off at 8:30 a.m. tomorrow, March 26 to replace the valve. The water will be off for approximately three hours. We apologize for any inconvenience...
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Transportation Trust Fund Not Protected In Gas Tax Hike – By Ellen Sauerbrey Congratulations to the Maryland General Assembly’s legislative leadership and Governor: you’re on your way to 26!! If the latest gas tax bill passes, it’ll make at least 26 times you have increased taxes and fees on Maryland’s hardworking families since this...
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On Saturday, March 23 Tractor Supply Company opened its newest addition to the National Farm and Pet Supply Chain’s retail outlets. The large, inviting store took advantage of a beautiful Saturday to cut the ribbon on its large retail store in Hollywood. Store Manager Bill Denbo, with the help of the St. Mary’s County...
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Sabre Systems, Inc. Extends Congratulations to COO James Krout, Executive Management Award Winner Sabre Systems, Inc., a professional information technology (IT) and engineering services company headquartered in Warrington, Pa., is pleased to extend congratulations to the company’s Chief Operating Officer (COO) James “Jamie” Krout, who has been named a 2013 Executive Management Award winner....
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In March the Breton Bay Golf Academy announced its grand opening for the 2013 golf season. Academy Director, Justin Heimer, is offering a number of player development programs throughout the season. A PGA certified instructor, and Golf Professional, Heimer has an extensive background in professional instruction and tournament play. His passion coupled with a...
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On ABC This Week, Speaker John Boehner explained that we have to act now to solve our looming debt crisis and protect important priorities like Medicare “so that they’re there for the long term.” Our entitlement programs “are not sustainable in their current form,” said Boehner, and unless we take action, we’ll be saddling...
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House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) today issued the following statement on ObamaCare’s three-year anniversary: “When Democrats rammed ObamaCare through Congress three years ago, they did so with a host of promises that are proving more empty by the day. Instead of keeping the coverage they have, an estimated seven million Americans are at risk...
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Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation’s popular Spotlight Music Series will present “Pasta & Puccini” at the newly renovated Mamma Lucia Italian Restaurant in Dunkirk on Monday, April 22 at 6:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the Sheldon E. Goldberg Center for Breast Care at CMH. Mamma Lucia’s will unveil their grand renovation by presenting a sumptuous...
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The Front Porch Restaurant at the Sterling House is hosting a springtime tradition, Sunday, March 31 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. All are invited to attend the Easter egg hunt on the lawn of the Sterling House in historic Leonardtown. The event is free and open to the community. The hunt will be...
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On Saturday, March 16, 2013, the League of Women Voters and the Commission for Women of Calvert County honored four ladies with awards and on March 19, 2013 the Calvert Board of County Commissioners presented each with a Proclamation. Commission for Women Chair, Margaret Dunkle, introduced each one and gave a small biography of...
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Destroy unwanted paper and documents to help prevent identity theft at these free events: April 6 Northern High School 2950 Chaneyville Road, Owings May 11 Huntingtown High School 4125 Solomons Island Rd, Huntingtown June 29 Appeal Landfill 401 Sweetwater Rd Lusby All events are 8 am to 2 pm rain or shine. June 8...
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House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) today called on the House of Representatives to pass a plan that improves the lives of American families by balancing the budget in 10 years. Following is the full video and excerpts from Boehner’s floor speech: “This budget does more than balance. … It addresses the things that are...
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It could get very quiet around Lexington Park, Maryland on Fridays this year if the Navy approves a plan to suspend operations one day a week at Naval Air Station Patuxent River for furloughs. Congress is considering bills this week that could alleviate some or all of the furloughs being imposed on the defense...
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Outstanding service, performance result in company’s sales award Helping community members protect their future is more than just a job for the Carrie Polk Insurance Agency; it’s a way of life. This dedication has earned Polk Nationwide Insurance’s Champion Award. “Making sure our customers have the coverage they need and want is tremendously satisfying,”...
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Maryland Celebrates Farmers during National Agriculture Week Photo Exhibit Features “Maryland Farmers: Faces of the Land” The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) celebrated National Agriculture Week (March 17-23) by hosting a reception today to honor farmers featured in award-winning photographer Edwin Remsberg’s exhibit Maryland Farmers: Faces of the Land, which is on display in...
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MSDE AWARDS SMCPS AND THE BUILDING TRADES FOUNDATION THE OUTSTANDING SECONDARY BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP AWARD The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) awarded the Building Trades Foundation of St. Mary’s County and the St. Mary’s County Public School System the Outstanding Secondary Business Partnerships Award for the outstanding business/secondary school partnership for the state of...
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The St. Mary’s County Board of Appeals will meet as scheduled on Thursday, March 28, 2013. However, the following advertised case has been withdrawn by the property owner and will not be heard that evening: VAAP #12-132-00009, South Gate Self Storage: Variance from Section 63.3 of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to reduce the required...
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No.’s 25-21 Feature Everything From Christmas In July And Fireworks To Hockey Night In 2013 For the All-Star Celebration season of Southern Maryland Blue Crabs baseball, the team has made a huge effort to provide more promotions, giveaways, and appearances than ever before! The Blue Crabs will be announcing the top 25 promotions for...
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The St. Mary’s County Government (SMCG) is soliciting for bids to establish a firm fixed fee contract to provide and secure design and construction services to renovate the interior of an existing county-owned building to be used as a Civil War Interpretive Center located at 21550 Willows Road, Lexington Park. Interested bidders may download...
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KB Derr & Son, an independent marina and boatyard in Lusby, is the newest certified Maryland Clean Marina. “I decided to go for the award after I attended a Clean Marina workshop last winter,” said Owner Justin Derr. “I realized I would rather be proactive and adopt the best practices and permits for the...
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The Charles County Commissioners will host a public kick-off event to make a major announcement concerning the Waldorf Beautification Project on Saturday, March 23 at 3 p.m. Recently, CNN’s Money Magazine named Waldorf the 20th best city. Waldorf residents, neighborhood associations, local businesses and organizations are joining together with the County Commissioners to make...
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A new approach, called Safer Sign Out, that was developed by Calvert Memorial Hospital and regional ER doctors to enhance the sharing of critical information during handoffs is getting “a lot of buzz nationally,” said Dr. Drew Fuller, assistant director of the CMH emergency department. Fuller has been selected to present Safer Sign Out...
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March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and the St. Mary’s County Health Department wants to remind residents to get screened. Next to lung cancer, colorectal cancer claims the lives of more Maryland residents than any other form of cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that during 2012, there were 2,420 new cancer cases...
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Texas Roadhouse is holding a fundraiser night on March 20th from 4-8 pm in honor of Patuxent Habitat for Humanity! Take your family and friends out to Texas Roadhouse located at 45255 Abell House Lane, California and enjoy their legendary food, while giving 10% back to Patuxent Habitat for Humanity. The fundraiser itself is...
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CMH scholarship deadline extended to April 30 The Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation has extended its deadline for scholarship applications until April 30. Qualified students in Calvert, Anne Arundel, Charles and St. Mary’s counties can apply online at www.calverthospital.org or download the form and submit by mail. An application can also be requested by calling...
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House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement after the Obama Administration announced the “Make It In America Challenge” grant program was open for applications: “I was pleased to learn that the Obama Administration opened the application process for its Make It In America Challenge grant program today. This competitive grant...
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Charles County’s restaurants will showcase their creative cuisine and offer delicious deals during the first-ever Celebrate Charles: Restaurant Week, April 1-7, 2013. Coordinated by the Office of Tourism, Restaurant Week will feature tasty offerings and unique dining experiences that draw on the region’s bounty. Whether your favorite culinary choice is local seafood, mouth-watering barbecue,...
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Register today for the Patuxent River NAS Job Fair on Tuesday, April 16 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Bay District Volunteer Fire Dept. Social Hall (46900 S. Shangri-La Drive, Lexington Park.) Please remember your space is confirmed upon receipt of the completed registration form. If you have indicated interest in participating...
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The Calvert County Department of Public Works is planning a major road improvement project for Armory Road and Dares Beach Road in Prince Frederick, with construction set to start in late spring. Details of the project will be shared during a public open house scheduled for Monday, March 25 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m....
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Are you a Tween that enjoys the art of cooking? Want to try your hand at some new recipes? Then Calvert Library Prince Frederick is the place for you to be on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 from 6:30p.m.-8:00p.m.! Tweens will spend the evening learning how to make delicious eats with a healthy twist. You’ll...
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New deadline is April 5 The Charles County Commissioners voted to re-open the application period for the Planning Commission. Applications are now being accepted. The deadline for submitting applications is April 5. The Planning Commission has vacancies for three members who will each serve a four-year term. Planning Commission members are “citizen planners” as...
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Some shaved their heads; others added orange hair extensions. No matter what they did individually, they came together to support a local family. Sheriff’s officers, corrections personnel and civilian staff from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office recently participated in “Shave for the Brave” a fundraiser hosted by Studio Mirage in Waldorf to help raise...
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Calvert Eats Local, a grassroots group that meets at Calvert Library on a monthly basis, is hosting Liz Stoffel on Monday, March 18 at 7:00pm to present an Introduction to Permaculture Design. Ms. Stoffel will define “Permaculture” and describe its ecological design principles and ethics. She will explain the process of setting up a...
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Did you know that right now there are about three-and-half million jobs in the U.S. that remain unfilled? Three-and-a-half-million. That’s more than a quarter of the total number of Americans looking for work. “What’s happening is something experts call ‘the skills gap.’ Businesses are having a hard time finding people qualified enough to do...
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Boehner Applauds House Vote Preventing Obama Administration from Gutting Welfare Reform House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) released the following statement today praising House passage of the Preserving Work Requirements for Welfare Programs Act (H.R. 890) preventing the Obama administration from undoing critical welfare reforms: “Today the House voted to prevent the Obama administration from...
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House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) delivered remarks today at a press conference with House Democratic Leadership following President Obama’s meeting with the House Democratic Caucus. Below is a transcript of his remarks: “Well I agree with the Leader and with Chairman Becerra – the President was optimistic, the President was positive, the...
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Precise Systems, Inc. is pleased to announce that we have been recently recognized by DiversityBusiness.com as the 13th most successful Disabled Veteran Owned Business in the United States and also ranked Precise in 14th position of the top 100 Privately-held Businesses in Maryland. Both of these rankings, which honor companies by revenue and diversity...
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Governor Martin O’Malley issued the following statement on the passing of Larry Simns: “For more than four decades, Larry Simns served as the voice of the men and women who tirelessly work our magnificent waterways, bringing Maryland’s storied seafood to market and table. “It is difficult to picture the Maryland Watermen’s Association without Larry...
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The St. Mary’s County Health Department’s Gold Star Program has recognized superior compliance to food safety standards among food establishments in St. Mary’s County since it began in 2007. This year’s ceremony will honor food service facilities who met the challenge of achieving the superior standards for the 2012 calendar year and will take...
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Caroline Herbert of the Foundation Center, Washington, D.C. will present a two-hour workshop on finding funding and writing a grant proposal for a non-profit organization. This workshop provides an introduction to the steps involved in finding funders and preparing grant proposals. Learn tips for effective funding research and the key components of a proposal...
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One Month Away From the Deadline, One Million Taxpayers Have Already Filed Electronically Comptroller Promotes E-File; Provides Checklist to Help Prevent Errors With the tax-filing deadline little more than one month away, Comptroller Peter Franchot today announced that his office has already received more than one million electronically-filed tax returns. The one-millionth electronic return,...
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I’m very lucky to have the leadership and guidance of some of the smartest, most effective women in public service. We’ve made great strides in Maryland. Today, we rank #1 in the percentage of women-owned businesses with one out of every three businesses owned by a woman. We were named one of the top...
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The Calvert Marine Museum continues its PEM Talks series Sustainable Chesapeake with a talk by Greg Bowen entitled Buy Local: The Sustainable Food Movement on Thursday, March 21, starting at 6:30 p.m. Local, fresh, organic, natural food is a hot topic of conversation with claims of being more sustainable, more healthful, and more environmentally...
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House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) released the following statement regarding the Department of Labor’s unemployment report for February 2013: “Any job creation is positive news, but the fact is unemployment in America is still way above the levels the Obama White House projected when the trillion-dollar stimulus spending bill was enacted, and the federal...
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House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after the Department of Labor released its jobs report for February: “Today’s report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics signals the strength of our economic recovery, even in the face of uncertainty produced by Congress. With 246,000 private sector jobs created in...
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SBA Seeking Small Businesses Affected by Removal of DoD “Accelerated Payments” Clause If your business will be negatively affected by DoD’s recent decision to stop accelerated payments and you are willing to speak openly with government leaders and/or members of the media about your experience, SBA wants to hear from you. Small businesses who...
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Safety Improvements Will Link Homes, Businesses via ADA-Compliant Walkway Beginning Monday, March 11 the Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) will upgrade sidewalks along MD 255 (Galesville Road) in Galesville, a small town on the West River in Anne Arundel County. Work includes installing new sidewalks, replacing existing sidewalks and upgrades to concrete and asphalt...
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Join Charles County Commissioner Vice President Reuben B. Collins, II, Waldorf residents, neighborhood associations, local businesses and organizations, and distinguished elected officials on Saturday, March 23, for an exciting announcement about the Waldorf Beautification Project. This project, which has been a longtime dream and goal for Commissioner Collins, will feature community clean ups, a...
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The Board of Revenue Estimates met today to write down revenue estimates for Fiscal Years 2013 and 2014 by $115.3 million. Comptroller Peter Franchot, as chairman of the Board, released the following statement. “As always, I’d like to begin by thanking Andy Schaufele for his outstanding work in preparing this report, and for his...
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ALL CELL PHONES WITH WIRELESS EMERGENCY ALERT CAPABILITY WILL NOW RECEIVE AMBER ALERTS IN MARYLAND AMBER Alert notifications are now being sent to every wireless emergency alert (WEA) compliant cell phone in the area of the alert. Effective immediately, AMBER Alert notifications in Maryland will be sent to all cell phones with wireless emergency...
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On Tuesday, January 29, 2013, the Calvert Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) proclaimed the week of February 1 thru the 10th to be Restaurant Week. This is a very popular and successful event throughout the United States. The restaurant owners, managers, and staff generously lent their time, resources, and expertise in local causes throughout...
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After a yearlong search, Dixie Miller of Dowell has been selected as the new director of the Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation. She will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations and will take the lead in all fundraising efforts, including special events along with annual, planned and corporate giving. “The hospital is the heart of...
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The Town of La Plata will come together for a day of family fun at the annual Spring Festival, Celebrate La Plata on Saturday, April 27th. Enjoy a day of activities for children of all ages at Celebrate La Plata; face painting, displays, entertainment, refreshments for sale from local favorites and the ever entertaining...
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One of the greatest things about living in Southern Maryland is the wide variety of outdoor activities that the area offers. For some, the Chesapeake Bay is simply the best playground imaginable. For others, it’s a round of golf at one of the region’s premier golf courses. So since the weather is messy outside,...
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As our economy continues to recover, Congress must remain focused on supporting sustained growth and job creation. Instead, the Republican leadership has refused to work with Democrats to find a solution to stop the sequester, putting thousands of jobs at risk and placing our economy in jeopardy. Economists agree – the irresponsible and reckless...
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The St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce held a Legislative Breakfast and Briefing Session on Monday, February 25, 2013 at Old Breton Inn in Leonardtown. The breakfast was sponsored by SMECO, Wyle, and DML. On hand to discuss the current legislative issues were Senator Roy Dyson, Minority Leader Delegate Tony O’Donnell, Delegate Johnny Woods...
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The Employee Recognition Committee nominated Carl Brown as Employee of the Month for February 2013. Carl works in Emergency Management as the Emergency Planning Specialist. Calvert County Emergency Management was contacted by Andrew Schook who works for Washington Core, LLC, as a research analyst. Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) and Japan Nuclear Emergency Services...
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Area businesses may be eligible for free business mentoring and technical assistance from the Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO). TEDCO has a strong record of supporting early stage companies with an aim to help both businesses and local economies grow. TEDCO’s Rural Business Innovation Initiative (RBI²) offers professional mentoring and targeted projects to support...
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The Navy and the Defense Contract Management Agency have both started the process of replacing the 1996-vintage Defense Department Standard Procurement System, which managed 800,000 contracts worth $190 billion in 2011. The Navy, in a request for information to potential vendors posted on FedBizOpps Saturday, said it wants to acquire an electronic procurement system...
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Join Charles County Commissioner Vice President Reuben B. Collins, II, Waldorf residents, neighborhood associations, local businesses and organizations, and distinguished elected officials on Saturday, March 23, for an exciting announcement about the Waldorf Beautification Project. This project, which has been a longtime dream and goal for Commissioner Collins, will feature community clean ups, a...
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In this week’s Republican address, House Republican Conference Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) says that our children’s future depends on our ability to tackle the nation’s spending problem, which is why it is disappointing that President Obama and his Democratic-run Senate failed to act to replace his sequester and instead insisted on more tax...
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House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after the Institute for Supply Management released its report for February: “Today’s report by the Institute for Supply Management, which shows stronger-than-expected gains for our manufacturing sector, is a further sign that we have made progress. But we have a responsibility to...
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CSM La Plata Campus Registration Deadline: March 15 CSM is presenting a Renaissance Festival, April 19 – 20, 9:00 am – 9:00 pm, which will feature theatre and music of the Renaissance period. To round out the festival atmosphere, the college is seeking vendors including period foods, arts, crafts, games, jugglers, and magicians...
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The Charles County Commissioners invite the public to attend March town hall meetings as scheduled below. The purpose of the Commissioners’ town hall meetings is to take questions from those in attendance and to discuss items of importance to the citizens and the community. Candice Quinn Kelly, Commissioner President Thursday, March 14, 2013, 6...
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The Charles County Government Office of Tourism invites local eating establishments to participate in Celebrate Charles: Restaurant Week. This exciting, first-time event will take place April 1-7. Celebrate Charles: Restaurant Week is an opportunity for diners to experience Charles County’s unique culinary scene. This event will accommodate everything from casual, pub-style restaurants and carry-out...
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By Robert Askey If you haven’t tried IRS e-file before, now is the time. Most taxpayers – more than 80 percent – file electronically. The IRS has processed more than 1 billion individual tax returns safely and securely since the nationwide debut of electronic filing. Accurate and Complete. E-file is the best way to...
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Calvert County’s diverse economic opportunities and an unparalleled quality of life make it an outstanding location for business investment. The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners and the Department of Economic Development welcome the following new businesses to the county. Visit them and help support your local economy. Cait’s Closet 13342 H.G. Trueman Road...
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March lets us know that spring is just around the corner as we enjoy longer days, warmer temperatures and more outdoor activities. There is plenty to do in Calvert County this month. Friday, March 1 (5-8 p.m.) First Free Friday Calvert Marine Museum 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons 410-326-2042 • www.calvertmarinemuseum.com The museum is...
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March Maker’s Market and Text Message: a teen art exhibit Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (Annmarie Garden) will present the first outdoor Maker’s Market of 2013 on Saturday, March 2, 2013; 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Annmarie Garden’s Maker’s Market is dedicated to independent artists and their handmade and homegrown goods. This Saturday’s...
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Governor details impact of federal sequestration in Maryland Visits FLIR Systems, a growing advanced manufacturing company affected by looming federal cuts Governor Martin O’Malley today urged action in Washington to avoid federal sequestration – a series of automatic cuts that threaten job creation and reduce vital services for families and children in Maryland and...
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Maryland Retains Triple AAA Bond Rating, To Sell Up to $1 Billion of General Obligation Bonds Maryland State Treasurer Nancy K. Kopp announced today that all three bond rating agencies have affirmed the State’s strong Triple AAA bond rating in preparation for the upcoming competitive sale of General Obligation Bonds on Wednesday, March 6,...
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MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital Named One of the Nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital was named one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals™ by Truven Health Analytics, formerly the healthcare business of Thomson Reuters. Truven Health Analytics is a leading provider of information and solutions to improve the...
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What: Mission Possible: Promoting Nonprofit Success When: 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., March 8, 2013 Where: College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Center for Business and Industry (BI) Building, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata Details: The Nonprofit Institute at the College of Southern Maryland’s third annual conference for employees, board members and volunteers...
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Workforce resource on wheels making stops throughout Southern Maryland The Southern Maryland Workforce Investment Board is pleased to announce to the community that the JobSource Mobile Career Center, our One-Stop Career Center on wheels, has launched its 2013 deployment initiative making stops at local libraries, educational institutions, governmental and community centers, and detention facilities...
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Culinary Adventure at Saphron Restaurant to Support Calvert Hospice Saphron Restaurant is pleased to announce a partnership with Calvert Hospice on Friday March 22, 2013 at 6:00 pm. This culinary adventure will include a five-course meal featuring the talents of Torben Huge-Jensen and Ray Noble, MD. Together, they promise a meal par excellence to...
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The Charles County Commissioners are pleased to announce Standard & Poor’s credit-rating agency upgraded Charles County’s bond rating to “AA+” with a stable outlook. In a news release issued yesterday, Standard & Poor’s cited the county’s strong and stable economy and consistently strong financial performance, including the maintenance of strong reserves as the top...
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La Plata and Calvert High Schools Qualify for World Robotics Competition in California Two area high schools’ robotics teams are heading to California to compete in the VEX World Championships in April. La Plata High School’s Angle Warriors and Calvert High School’s The A-Team bested 26 other teams in the Southern Maryland VEX League...
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Hospitality leaders representing Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s Counties were among about 200 Maryland tourism leaders assembled at the Miller Senate Office Building in Annapolis on February 8th to meet with their state legislators to advocate for Gov. Martin O’Malley’s recommended budgets for the Maryland Tourism Development Board, the Office of Tourism Development and the...
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The Calvert County Department of Economic Development and the Small Business and Technology Development Center will offer a workshop on buy local strategies March 14 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Calvert Library Prince Frederick. All Calvert County business owners are invited to learn: • How to design and organize an effective buy...
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Commission for People with Disabilities to Present Awards The St. Mary’s County Commission for People with Disabilities, in cooperation with the Board of County Commissioners, presents its annual Awards program. The program was instituted to celebrate contributions made by individuals and businesses in our community, and to raise awareness regarding persons with disabilities. Award...
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CSM Selects Hughesville Property for Fourth Campus Central Location Viewed As Cost-Efficient, Accessible After months of careful consideration, the Board of Trustees of the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has entered into an agreement to purchase 50 acres in Hughesville for the college’s fourth campus. The owner of the property is Hughesville Station LLC....
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The father and son team at Residential Plus Real Estate Services in Hollywood help first time home buyers at a monthly home-buying seminar. The team is Chris Norris, Sr. and Chris Norris, Jr. who work to ensure that people wanting to venture into homeownership have all the tools they need. “People may not understand...
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Third Annual Conference Features Orgforward Founder Justin Pollock The Nonprofit Institute at the College of Southern Maryland’s third annual conference for employees, board members and volunteers of the region’s nonprofit organizations will be on March 8 at CSM’s La Plata Campus. The conference will feature a keynote address, “The Board’s Dashboard: Getting the Data...
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Comptroller Peter Franchot today reminded Marylanders that they can win big this weekend by taking advantage of Shop Maryland Energy, a tax-free weekend on select ENERGY STAR products. Beginning tonight at 12:01 a.m. and ending on Monday, February 18 at 11:59 p.m., Marylanders will not pay the 6 percent state sales tax on qualifying...
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MedStar Heart Institute at MedStar Washington Hospital Center recently entered into a first-of-its-kind clinical and research alliance with world-renowned Cleveland Clinic, specifically the Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart & Vascular Institute at Cleveland Clinic. The alliance further strengthens MedStar Heart Institute’s position as the Washington, D.C., region’s premier destination for heart care. It...
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County Government Offices Closed February 18 in Observance of Presidents Day STS, Landfill and Convenience Centers Open St. Mary’s County Government Offices and all three St. Mary’s County Libraries will be closed on Monday, February 18, 2013, in observance of Presidents Day. Offices and libraries will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday, February...
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This Saturday, February 16, 2013 at noon, there will be a RIBBON CUTTING ceremony at Plaza Mexico. Plaza Mexico is located at 9200 Bay Avenue, North Beach. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. For more information please visit: www.plazamexicomaryland.com.
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A JOB FAIR will be held on February 19, 2013 from 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital Outpatient Pavilion Lobby We are currently seeking: ● Registered Nurses ● Certified Nurse Assistants ● Physical Therapists ● Respiratory Therapists ● Occupational Therapists ● Speech Language Pathologists ● Allied Health Professionals ● Support Staff Bring...
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Old Theatre on Leonardtown Square A dedicated and very focused group of film and theatre aficionados known as “The Friends of the Leonardtown Theatre, Incorporated” have set the wheels in motion to renovate and reopen historic Leonardtown’s 300 seat movie theatre, formally known as The Rex. The Friends of the Leonardtown Theater, Inc. is a nonprofit entity...
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USDA Extends Deadline for Producers to Complete Agriculture Census Agricultural producers have until March 15 to respond The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service has announced that it has extended the deadline for farmers to complete the Census of Agriculture until March 15. MDA strongly urges producers to complete the Census...
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Trinity Memorials Gardens is honored to be named the 2012 first place recipient of the International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association (ICCFA) prestigious KIP (Keeping It Personal) Award in Best Practices. The ICCFA has an excess of 11,000 members internationally and created the KIP to recognize outstanding examples of personalization of services or products...
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The Charles County Board of Commissioners invites citizens to attend a dedication ceremony for the Renewable Energy Center at Crain Memorial Welcome Center (12480 Crain Highway, Newburg). The rain or shine event will be held Tuesday, Feb. 26, at 11 a.m. The Renewable Energy Center features an electric vehicle charging station, and a 12-kilowatt...
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On Tuesday, Jan 22, the Charles County Commissioners approved modifying the school zone speed limit times in front of Wade Elementary School, on Smallwood Drive West in Waldorf. The new hours for the school zone reduced speed of 25 mph will be 7 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. A new permanent sign...
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by Robert Askey You made a $5,000 charitable contribution to your church in 2012 and your income tax return preparer asked you if you have a “contemporaneous written acknowledgment” from the church to substantiate the contribution. You have your cancelled check so you tell your preparer that yes, you do have substantiation for the...
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Again, in recognition of Calvert County’s Restaurant Week, I went to another place that I had never been and really didn’t know it existed, and had been open since 2009. I was very glad some new places were on the Restaurant Week list for me to try. I invited a family member to have lunch on...
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All in One Festival Promotes Local Charities Spirits in the Sky Benefit LLC, a Maryland Public Benefit LLC), announced today details on its 2013 benefit event. The event, the “Southern Maryland Sun & Music Festival” will take place over a period of two days at the Calvert County Fairgrounds in Prince Frederick, Maryland on...
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