NAS Patuxent River, in partnership with the St. Mary’s County Health Department and Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Patuxent River, is hosting a routine Potassium Iodide (KI) tablet distribution event. This distribution is specifically for NAS Patuxent River personnel living or working within the 10-mile zone of the Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant....
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A late-night boat fire in Drayden caused an estimated $125,000 in damages and spread heat damage to two nearby vessels, according to the Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal. Firefighters responded around 11:06 p.m. on Wednesday, May 7, 2026, to 46555 Dennis Point Way in St. Mary’s County for the reported boat fire....
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Ocean State Job Lot (OSJL), a leading closeout retailer known for its Crazy Deals®, with 175 locations across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, is pleased to announce it has signed leases for four new store locations expected to open in 2026. The new stores, located in Middletown, NY; Glassboro, NJ; Phoenixville, PA; and Prince Frederick, MD, are targeted to...
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On Mother’s Day, May 10, 2026, the St. Mary’s County Museum Division will offer special cruises to St. Clement’s Island State Park aboard North Star Charters. Visitors are invited to enjoy a scenic trip to the island along with access to the historic Blackistone Lighthouse. Tickets are $7 per person for visitors of all ages...
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Sgt. Kevin Molitor was named Naval Air Station Patuxent River’s Police Officer of the Year for 2026 in a special ceremony hosted by the St. Mary’s County Commissioners and Department of Aging and Human Services. Molitor, a Naval District Washington Police Officer stationed at Pax River, joined the air station’s Security Department in January...
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Michael Thomas McHutchison, 36, of Lusby, has been charged with failing to obey a lawful order, disorderly conduct, arson threat, threat of mass violence, and resisting arrest following an incident on April 30, 2026, in Lusby, according to court records filed in Calvert County District Court. According to charging documents, deputies with the Calvert...
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Huntingtown High School graduate Anthony Smith is officially headed to the NFL after being selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the seventh round of the 2026 NFL Draft with the 218th overall pick. Smith, a standout wide receiver who finished his college career at East Carolina University, now becomes one of the latest Southern...
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May 23 & 24, 2026, 10 AM – 7 PM, Brudergarten Beer Garden, 22725 Duke Street, Leonardtown, MD An Enchanted Weekend of Entertainment, Food, and Fantasy for the Whole Family Huzzah, y’all! The Lord Mayor of the medieval Town of Leonard invites you to step into a world of fantasy and imagination at RenFest...
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CHESAPEAKE BEACH, Md. (April 28, 2026) – Following a multi-phase transformation, Rod ’N’ Reel Resort today announced it is entering its next chapter as a fully revitalized waterfront destination on the Chesapeake Bay, ahead of the summer season. Blending more than 80 years of history with modern amenities and new experiences, the family-owned resort now offers a...
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Beginning in July 2026, Calvert Safe Housing Network, Inc. will assume operations of the Safe Harbor shelter for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault and their families, through an agreement with the Calvert County Government. Safe Harbor was previously managed and operated by the Calvert County Health Department. “Calvert Safe appreciates the responsibility...
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The weather’s warming and the sunlight is lengthening, leading us all to spending more time outside. Continuing our exploration of the diverse and wonderful ecology of Maryland, we turn to the ephemeral spring moons and all they represent! Recorded in English as far back as 1779, Indigenous peoples of the Americas have named the full...
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Governor Wes Moore approved the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development’s 2026 Qualified Allocation Plan, which allocates State funding and federal tax credits to fund affordable housing projects. The plan will guide more than $300 million worth of investments in housing development by incentivizing project readiness and community amenities, increasing the federal tax...
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Several small wins on scratch-off games led to a $77,777 top prize win on the Lucky 7s Multiplier ticket. A St. Mary’s County man, who said he rarely plays Lottery games, takes home the big prize. The Charlotte Hall waterman was on his way home from work when he netted good fortune. He stopped...
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Aiden Martin Beans, 18, of California, and Jake Ashton Bothwell, 18, of Hollywood, are each facing charges of fourth-degree sexual offense and second-degree assault following an alleged incident involving a juvenile victim on a school bus, according to court documents filed in Calvert County. The charges stem from an incident reported to authorities on...
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UPDATE 5/1/2026: Update on recovered firearms investigations at St. Charles High School: On April 30th, 2026, members of the sheriff’s office served search warrants at the residences of two students involved in two ongoing firearms investigations stemming from St. Charles High School. In the first case, on April 29, the school resource officer recovered...
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Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard will celebrate National Italian Ice Day on Sunday, May 3, 2026, with a free small Italian Ice offer for app users. Guests can receive a free small Italian Ice with the purchase of any treat at participating Rita’s locations nationwide. The single-use reward will be available through the...
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In celebration of Governor Wes Moore proclaiming May to be Bike Month, the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) today announced a series of events highlighting the importance of bike safety, equitable access and healthy lifestyles. The events further the Department’s Serious About Safety initiative to protect lives and reduce the number of road fatalities, especially for...
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UPDATE 5/1/2026: Tony Covington, State’s Attorney for Charles County, announced that on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, Charles County Circuit Court Judge Donine Carrington Martin sentenced Dennis Demoine Smith, 66, of Nanjemoy, to 118 years in prison for 28 counts of Use of a Computer to Depict Minors in a Sexual Act and 237 counts...
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The U.S. Navy’s MQ-25A Stingray™ successfully completed its first test flight from Boeing’s facility at MidAmerica Airport in Mascoutah, Illinois, April 25, achieving a key step for unmanned carrier operations. The MQ-25A took off at 10:49 a.m. CDT and flew for approximately two hours. During the flight, U.S. Navy and Boeing Air Vehicle Pilots (AVPs) controlled the aircraft from the Unmanned Carrier Aviation Mission Control System MD-5 ground...
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Photographers and nature enthusiasts who enjoy Maryland’s outdoors are invited to submit their most beautiful images of the state’s flora and fauna to the annual Department of Natural Resources 2026 Photo Contest. Winning entries will be featured in the 2027 Maryland DNR nature calendar, which is published in late fall. All winners will receive free...
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By Matt Lyman, NSWCDD Corporate Communications – The U.S. Navy, in times of competition, conflict, and contingency or combat operations, leverages Maritime Operations Centers to equip commanders and staff with the resources needed to execute responsibilities as a component, Fleet and/or Maritime Component Commander. Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division is applying the Maritime Operations...
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Calvert County commissioners received a detailed presentation from Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) officials regarding the growing impact of large-scale data centers on regional electricity demand, infrastructure, and consumer costs. The discussion highlighted both regulatory requirements and broader market pressures affecting Maryland’s energy landscape. Rising Demand and Market Pressures SMECO emphasized that wholesale electricity...
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The Linda L. Kelley Animal Shelter will host a Kitten Shower on Saturday, May 9, from noon to 2 p.m., to support the care of kittens and other animals in need. The community is invited to attend this family-friendly event, which aims to increase community engagement, provide education about animal care and encourage adoption...
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The Charles County Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., in a hybrid format, both virtually and in person at the Charles County Government Building, 200 Baltimore Street, La Plata, Maryland, to consider the Bill #2026-05, Property Tax Credit for Volunteer Emergency Responders. The bill amends Chapter...
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The Carson Scholars Fund (CSF) is pleased to announce the naming of 706 new scholars and 994 recognized scholars this year, making up the largest cohort in our 30-year history. From this group, 232 students from across Maryland received $1,000 college scholarships while 348 Maryland students renewed their status as multi-time Carson Scholars. Within Calvert County, 5 students received...
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