Federal Takeover of State Hydraulic Fracturing Regulations Threatens Jobs, Energy Production Technological innovations like hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling are driving a “nascent energy boom” that is creating new American jobs, making energy more affordable, and leading us toward energy independence. But that could all come to a screeching halt under new regulations proposed...
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Press Releases
Boehner: Solution in Search of a Problem
Hoyer Announces Staff Changes
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) today announced that Shuwanza Goff has been promoted to Floor Director to succeed Austin Burnes, who is leaving the Hill at the end of May. “Since joining my staff over five years ago, Shuwanza has demonstrated a sharp talent for leadership and for the workings of Floor...
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MCAC Announces 19th Annual All-Media Juried Show
Mattawoman Creek Art Center presents its 19th Annual All-Media Juried Show June 7 to July 14, 2013 with an Opening reception, juror talk, and award presentation at 2:00 p.m. on June 9th. This year’s juror is Mr. Ray Ewing. Mr. Ewing has been an art instructor, juror, and lecturer in the Washington, D.C. area...
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Calvert Public Schools – 100% Green Certified!
Once again, 100% of Calvert County public schools are certified as Maryland Green Schools. The following seven schools were recertified this year: Appeal Elementary, Calvert Elementary, Calvert Middle, Huntingtown High, Saint Leonard Elementary, Sunderland Elementary, and Windy Hill Elementary. Schools must report and document their efforts every four years to remain certified. To obtain...
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Online Map of Construction Projects Available
e-Road Ready Highlights Major Highway Projects across Maryland The annual e-Road Ready construction brochure is online and available to help motorists navigate work zones in Maryland. The State Highway Administration (SHA) is beginning many projects across the state and this resource helps motorists plan ahead. To access e-Road Ready 2013, go to SHA’s homepage...
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“The Choice” War of 1812 Living History
at Sotterley Plantation After sold-out performances and rave reviews in 2012, there will be only one day this year only when visitors can take part in Sotterley Plantation’s War of 1812 living history “The Choice”. With one more showing scheduled for 2014, this living history is part of the three year national bicentennial commemoration...
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St. Mary’s County Job Opening
POSITION: Seasonal Museum Assistant (Hourly) $10.00 per hour (NO FRINGE BENEFITS) DEPARTMENT: Recreation & Parks OPENING DATE: 05-22-13 CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. Note: Any equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities cited below may be considered. ADDITIONAL...
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The Facts about the White House Benghazi Emails
On April 23, 2013, five House committees – Armed Services, Foreign Affairs, Intelligence, Judiciary, and Oversight & Government Reform – released their interim investigative report on the terrorist attack in Benghazi, Libya that killed four Americans. The interim report found, among other things, that: • After the attack in Benghazi, the Administration willfully perpetuated...
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Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (R-MD) Delivers Republican Address
Delivering the Weekly Republican Address, Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (R-MD) argues for repeal of the president’s health care law, saying it is hurting jobs in America and imposing costly burdens on families and small businesses, especially with the IRS in charge of enforcing many of the law’s rules and regulations. Rep. Harris on ObamaCare...
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Hoyer’s Opposition to Bill to Weaken the SEC
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today in opposition to H.R. 1062, the SEC Regulatory Accountability Act: “Once again, House Republicans are intent on throwing a wrench into the federal regulatory process by tying the hands of those who prevent fraud and abuse on Wall Street. Their bill to...
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Hoyer on President’s Visit to Baltimore
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement after President Obama’s visit to Baltimore as part of his Middle Class Jobs and Opportunities Tour: “The President’s visits to Moravia Park Elementary School, a Judy Center; Ellicott Dredges; and the Center for Urban Families in Baltimore today show that he remains focused...
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Artworks Present Wabi Sabi
Artworks @ 7th in North Beach, is pleased to present Wabi Sabi, an exhibition of new work by artists Nancy Jung Warmke and Alinda Heron. Please join us Saturday June 1, from 1-5 pm, for the opening reception and to meet the artists. Light refreshments will be served. Jung Warmke and Heron explore imperfect and spontaneous beauty...
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Household Hazardous Waste Collection June 1
The Charles County Department of Public Works would like to remind citizens that the next household hazardous waste collection for this year will be held on Saturday, June 1. The household hazardous waste collection site is located in the parking lot of the Department of Public Works building, located at 10430 Audie Lane, off...
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BOE Sets Tentative Dates for Redistricting Hearings
The Calvert Board of Education tentatively scheduled public hearings for proposed redistricting plans for Beach Elementary School on June 3 and June 4, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. at Northern High School in the Mary Harrison Center. Three proposed redistricting plans will be presented at the hearings. The public will have the opportunity to comment...
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Special Ribbon Cutting at Republican Headquarters
Calvert County Republican Party Please join us for a special ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Calvert County Republican Party Headquarters in the King Building on the west side of MD Route 4 in the heart of Prince Frederick. This is scheduled for Tuesday, May, 21 at 4:30 PM. — in Prince Frederick
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ArtsFest 2013 is Almost Here!
Saturday, June 8, 2013 12:00 noon – 6:00 pm La Plata Town Hall Registration Deadline Extended to May 31! $10 Late Fee Required It’s not too late to register for ArtsFest 2013! Please join us for the largest outdoor arts festival in Charles County. Last year over 2000 citizens attended ArtsFest, and this year...
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Dan Bongino:The Undignified Presidency
While serving as a special agent with the Secret Service I proudly placed myself in danger many times to allow three Presidents to execute their duties free from intimidation. Neither I nor any agent I worked with expected any accolades for this. It was our duty & we fulfilled it, end of story. Having...
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Hoyer on Fire and Building Safety in Bangladesh
Hoyer, Senior House Democrats Urge U.S. Retailers to Join Coalition Supporting Accord on Fire and Building Safety in Bangladesh House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) and senior House Democrats have sent letters to nine separate U.S. retailers calling upon them to join a broadening global coalition supporting a May 12 Accord on Fire...
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Hoyer Signs Letter to Bangladesh Prime Minister
Hoyer, Crowley, Pelosi, Levin, House Members Press Bangladesh Government on Worker Safety and Rights in Wake of Deadly Building Collapse In wake of the Rana Plaza building collapse, which killed more than 1,100 people, House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) signed onto a letter to Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina strongly urging the...
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Bluegrass for Hospice Announces Headliners
This year’s Bluegrass for Hospice-2013 is in full swing of planning and it’s looking to be an exciting year for the event. Headlining this year will be Larry Sparks, celebrating 50 years in Bluegrass entertainment, along with Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice, a Rebel recording artist. The event will be held on Saturday October...
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Public Hearing on Budget Tuesday
The Board of County Commissioners of Calvert County has scheduled a public hearing to present the budget for FY 2014. The hearing will be held Tuesday, May 21, 2013, at 7 p.m. at the Calvert Pines Senior Center, West Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick. Budget documents will be available at the hearing and in...
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Commissioners Proclaim May 19-25 as EMS Week
On Tuesday, May 14, the County Commissioners presented proclamation #2013-34, designating the week of May 19-25, 2013, as Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Week. National EMS Week brings together local communities and medical personnel to publicize safety and to honor the dedication of those who provide the day-to-day lifesaving services of medicine’s “front line.” ...
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Under ObamaCare Premiums Will Skyrocket
Some Could “Soar More Than 400 Percent” Under ObamaCare How much could you (and everyone else) pay for health care in the years ahead thanks to the president’s health care law? According to the nation’s insurers, a lot more — in the individual market an average of double what we pay now with some...
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Message from Steny Hoyer
Instead of Working to Replace the Sequester, Republicans Take 37th Vote To Repeal Health Care Reform Today, I was proud to join President Barack Obama in Baltimore, Maryland on his Middle Class Jobs and Opportunity Tour. As part of the tour, President Obama visited Moravia Park Elementary School, a Judy Center – named in...
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Hoyer Statement on the President’s Budget
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) issued their analysis of President Obama’s proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2014: “Today’s Analysis of the President’s 2014 Budget from the Congressional Budget Office confirms that the President’s proposed budget will substantially reduce the deficit and...
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Hoyer on House Republicans Repealing of Obamacare
“Mr. Speaker, apparently the Republicans are opposed to Obamacare. I know that comes as a shock to America, so we need to tell them one more time, or 37 times, or maybe a 38th or 39th or 40th or 100th time. I don’t know how many times we have to replay the election. “There...
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Athletic Physicals Offered at North Point
Athletic Physical Examinations will be offered at North Point High School on Thursday, June 6, and on Tuesday, August 6. Between the hours of 5 & 8 pm, on the scheduled dates, student-athletes may get their athletic physical for the 2013-14 school year for a cost of $30 (CASH ONLY).
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Board Honors Employees for Exemplary Work
Four exemplary Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) employees were honored by the Board of Education on May 14. Honored were Pamela Wilhelm, Catherine Curtis, Patricia Changcoco and Jill Bodamer. Wilhelm is a technology facilitator at Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School. She was nominated for recognition for her positive attitude and commitment to her students....
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SMC Seeking Applicants for Senior Accountant
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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Senator Mike Miller on Dunkirk Park & Ride
Statement of Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller, Jr. on Board of Public Works Construction of Dunkirk Park & Ride facility moves forward Senator Thomas V. Mike Miller, Jr., released the following statement today on the announcement by the Board of Public Works for a contract to construct a Park & Ride facility in...
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“This Is All About Jobs” Says Boehner
Speaker Boehner Applauds Vote to Fully Repeal Health Care Law House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 45, legislation fully repealing and defunding the president’s health care law: “This is all about jobs. The president’s health care law is already undermining our economy — employers are cutting...
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Hoyer Urging Confirmation of Tom Perez
Today, House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) joined Congresswoman Linda Sánchez and 137 House Democrats in urging Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell to confirm Tom Perez as the next Secretary of Labor. Earlier today, the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee voted to approve his nomination,...
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Hoyer on Obama’s Remarks on the IRS
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement tonight after President Obama’s remarks on the Internal Revenue Service (IRS): “I support the actions announced by President Obama tonight. The actions taken by the IRS were unacceptable, and it is appropriate and necessary for the responsible parties to be held accountable. There...
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Board Honors Outstanding Students
The Board of Education honored four students on Tuesday, May 14, for their accomplishments in academic achievement, career readiness and personal responsibility, which are the focus areas of the school system’s master plan. Honored were Jake Burgess, fifth grade, Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School; Taylor Charity, fifth grade, Mary B. Neal Elementary School; Joseph...
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Specialty Crop Grant Program Application Deadline May 20
TIME CHANGE FOR MDA’S SPECIALTY CROP GRANT PROGRAM Application Deadline is May 20 at 11:59 p.m. The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) will accept grant applications until 11:59 pm on May 20 for the Specialty Crop Block Grant program. The competitive grant program will fund projects that solely enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops....
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Towson University Announces…
The new SMHEC Cohort for the Masters in ECE! Summer 2013 at SMHEC, So MD Higher Education Center 44219 Airport Rd., California (It’s not too late!) for Summer or Fall 2013 For those who want to get a head start this summer, Towson’s renowned Early Childhood Graduate Director, Dr. Edyth Wheeler, will be teaching the introductory...
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Boehner on Growing IRS Scandal
Speaker John Boehner today addressed the growing IRS scandal whereby administration officials admitted to wrongfully targeting conservatives and political opponents of President Obama, and reportedly gave preferential treatment to liberal groups and allies of the White House. Boehner said: “The IRS admitted to targeting conservatives, even if the White House continues to be stuck...
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ObamaCare being Enforced by IRS
The folks at the House Republican Conference led by Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) put together this video on the train wreck that is the president’s health care law. Not only is ObamaCare being enforced by the IRS – the same agency that’s targeted conservatives and given preferential treatment to liberal groups – it’s...
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Hoyer on The Sequester
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) spoke on the House Floor this morning about the need to replace the sequester and finish work on a budget. “Mr. Speaker, this week the House will be voting for the 37th time to repeal the Affordable Care Act. This vote comes at a time when we...
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Accelerated Program Leading to Master of Science
The George Washington University Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering, Off-Campus Programs Office (EMSE-OCP), offers an accelerated program leading to the award of the Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Eng. Mgt. with a Focus on Systems Engineering. This Masters degree has been ongoing at the Southern MD Higher Education Center at 44219...
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CSM’s Graduation Moves Inside May 16
Due to Weather Forecast The College of Southern Maryland’s 54th Spring Commencement will be held beginning at 6 p.m., Thursday, May 16 in the Physical Education (PE) Center on the La Plata Campus due to tonight’s uncertain weather conditions. Tickets are required of guests to attend. Overflow seating will be available in the theater...
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Richmond Recommends Redistricting Proposal with Modification
Superintendent James E. Richmond presented his high school redistricting recommendation to the Board of Education today, suggesting Proposal B with a modification. In a statement to the Board, Richmond said the recommendation takes into account public and written testimony as well as consideration of students who were redistricted at the middle school level this...
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Gansler Urges FDA to Put Black Box Warning on Opioids
Pregnant mothers and doctors should know about the increase in newborns dependent on painkillers Attorney General Douglas F. Gansler, joined by 42 other attorneys general, sent a letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) urging the agency to place a black box warning on opioid analgesics to indicate the risk of Neonatal...
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House Working on Repealing Obamacare
Seven House-Passed Bills President Obama Signed that Repeal or Defund Parts of His Health Care Law The House will vote on H.R. 45 this Thursday to fully repeal the president’s health care law, which is driving up costs, jeopardizing seniors’ access to care, and making it harder for small businesses to hire. While our...
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Speaker Boehner on IRS Political Targeting
Editorial Boards Back GOP Effort to Get Answers from Obama Admin on IRS’ Political Targeting As alarming new details emerge about the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) targeting of conservative groups and the president’s political opponents, editorial boards across the country are demanding answers from the Obama administration – “and soon.” On Friday, the House...
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Hoyer Statement on Defense Department Furloughs
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel announced the furlough implementation plan for civilian employees: “Because of Congress’s failure to reach a balanced agreement on deficits, hundreds of thousands of our nation’s civilian defense employees will be furloughed for up to eleven days...
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National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service at U.S. Capitol
House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) issued the following statement after taking part in today’s National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service, held on the West Front of the United States Capitol: “It is an honor to share the grounds of the United States Capitol with so many of the fine men and women who are out...
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Expedited Funding for Spring Ridge Renovation
In the aftermath of damage caused by fire at Spring Ridge Middle School, the St. Mary’s Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously at its weekly business meeting, to approve $250,000 to begin design work for the $19 million renovation project. The board, working with the St. Mary’s County Board of Education and Schools Superintendent...
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North Beach Senior Center Closed Temporarily
The North Beach Senior Center has been temporarily closed for repairs. Bus-riding seniors can be transported to Calvert Pines Senior Center for lunch and other programs. Any senior in need of transportation for lunch or programs can call the Office on Aging at 410-535-4606. Arrangements can be made to either transport seniors to Calvert...
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CSM’s Honors Convocation Moves Inside Due to Weather
The College of Southern Maryland’s 30th Annual Honors Convocation will be held in the Physical Education (PE) Center on the La Plata Campus due to tonight’s uncertain weather conditions. The Honors Convocation is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. Details on all commencement activities are available at www.csmd.edu/Commencement.
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Skate Park at Nicolet Park to Reopen May 17
The St. Mary’s County Department of Recreation and Parks announce the reopening of the Skate Park at Nicolet Park. The park will again open to the public on Friday, May 17, 2013. The operating hours of the Skate Park will be as follows: • May 17 – June 15, 2013 (Spring Season) Friday –...
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Register for Parks and Recreation Summer Camps
Registration is now under way for Parks and Recreation Summer Camps We offer a flexible payment schedule to assure that everyone can experience summer camp. Sign up early! Space is limited. No camps will meet July 4. Register at Northeast Community Center, North Beach Recreation Center, Mt. Hope Community Center or Southern Community Center...
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Title IX: What’s Changed? What’s Yet to Come?
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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Dan Bongino on IRS Scandal
The growing scandals within the IRS, the DOJ and the DoD are examples of why the Conservative & Libertarian movements do not trust expansive government. An argument against big government is not an argument against societal compassion but against the discretionary power of an elite few to impose pain on the many. Government exists...
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Boehner on IRS Scandal
The House Ways & Means Committee will hold a hearing this Friday, May 17 at 9:00 AM ET, to investigate the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) admitted practice of targeting conservatives and political opponents of President Obama. The hearing will be streamed live online at waysandmeans.house.gov. “The IRS admitted on Friday that conservative groups that...
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Hoyer on GOP Agenda
Political Messaging Over Jobs, Economy House Republicans continue to waste time on political messaging bills that will not become law and do not help the American people. This week, House Republicans are taking a page out of the 112th Congress’ playbook and are voting for the 37th time to repeal the Affordable Care Act,...
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SMCPS Ethics Panel to Meet
The St. Mary’s County Public Schools’ Ethics Panel will be holding a meeting on Thursday, May 16, 2013, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., in the Department of Instruction Conference Room, 23160 Moakley Street, Leonardtown, Maryland 20650. For more information, call 301-475-5511, ext. 172.
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St. Mary’s County Requesting Bids
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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God’s Backyard Bible Camp
It’s ALL About Service! Vacation Bible School – where kids have a blast serving Jesus. Get ready for an adventure that starts in our own MSP backyard and gets bigger each day as kids learn that following Jesus means service to family, friends, community and the world. In “God’s Backyard Bible Camp” the children...
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Help Stuff The Bus!
Non-Perishable Food Items Sought for “Stuff the Bus” Campaign In recognition of National Transportation Week, the St. Mary’s County Department of Public Works and Transportation, along with the St. Mary’s County Department of Aging & Human Services, is coordinating a “Stuff the Bus” Food Drive. The drive is an annual county government effort to...
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One Wrong Turn Deserves Another
On Wednesday, June 5, 2013, join Calvert Library Prince Frederick as we present the gripping and thought-provoking story “Changing Lanes”, of what happens one day in New York when a young lawyer and a businessman share a small automobile accident on F.D.R. Drive and their mutual road rage escalates into a feud. This film...
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John Boehner’s Office on Benghazi Facts
President Obama Still Can’t Keep the Facts Straight on Benghazi One would think that after it was reported the administration purposefully misled the public about what happened in Benghazi, President Obama would have his facts straight by now. Not even close. Questioned at an abbreviated press conference today about his administration’s public explanation of...
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Party of Pinocchios says Fact Checker
Fact Checker Says if Democratic Budgets Don’t Balance, They’re Not “Balanced” Remember how Democrats kept claiming that their budgets – which never balanced – were still “balanced?” In case you needed further proof of how ridiculous that is the Washington Post fact checker weighed in this morning: “Democrats have thrown around the word ‘balanced’...
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Bipartisan Group Call for State Department Action
Speaker Boehner, Leader Pelosi, Bipartisan Group of Members Call for State Department to Address Plight of Chen Guangcheng & Family House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH), Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA), and a bipartisan group of members sent the following letter to Secretary of State John Kerry expressing concern about the harassment and abuse inflicted...
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Across U.S., Editorial Boards Press For More Answers on Benghazi
At his press conference a short while ago, President Obama described criticism of his administration’s handling of the Benghazi attack as a “sideshow” on “Capitol Hill” when in reality a growing national outcry is taking shape. Leading editorial boards across the country say we’ve only just begun to get the answers the American people...
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Lackey, Smallwood named State MESA Winners
Hanson team to compete at the national level Henry E. Lackey High School and General Smallwood Middle School were named the overall winners at the middle- and high-school levels at the statewide Mathematics, Engineering and Science Achievement (MESA) competition held May 9 at Johns Hopkins University. A team from John Hanson Middle School also...
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Lock It Or Lose It
Summer is quickly approaching and the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is again seeing a rise in thefts from motor vehicles throughout St. Mary’s County. The majority of these thefts occur in vehicles which are left unlocked and the valuables were in plain view. Examples of items taken during these thefts include: 1. Purses...
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NAS Pax River Preparing for Hurricane Season
Navy installations throughout Naval District Washington, including NAS Patuxent River, are getting ready for the 2013 hurricane season. During May 13-24, U.S. Fleet Forces Command (USFF), headquartered in Norfolk, Va., and Washington D.C. area Navy installations are conducting the hurricane preparedness exercise, HURREX/CITADEL GALE 13. The purpose of this annual exercise is to prepare...
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State to Collect & Recycle Pesticide Containers
The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) will sponsor a summer collection program for empty plastic pesticide containers from licensed pesticide applicators. The MDA will provide collection sites throughout the State, with the nearest location to St. Mary’s County hosted by the Frederick County Landfill, located at 9031 Reich’s Ford Road, Frederick, MD 21704. The...
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Waterfront Communities Meeting in Southern District
As a reminder, we would like to invite all waterfront community presidents and board members to a meeting on May 16th 2013 at 6 PM. The location will be the Southern District Police Station in Edgewater at 35 Stepneys Lane. Prior to the meeting, community leaders should send me the following information: 1) The community’s...
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Calvert Charity Chosen As Festival Recipient
Chesapeake Bay Events is pleased to announce that Bonnie Raitt and the Sunday May 19 lineup for the 2013 Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival has set a Sunday ticket sales record for the festival. The previous Sunday record was held by Little Feat in 1998 and Jonny Lang in 1999. Overall one day record is...
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Boehner on IRS Targeting Conservative Groups
House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) issued the following statement today condemning the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for targeting conservative groups and applauding House Republican members for their efforts to hold the administration accountable: “The admission by the Obama administration that the Internal Revenue Service targeted political opponents echoes some of the most shameful abuses...
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Weekly GOP Address: Mother’s Day
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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Hoyer Discusses Budget, Debt Ceiling, Immigration
“Pretending that you are going to take hostage the credit worthiness of the United States of America to get your deal done is irresponsible, not realistic, and we are not going to deal on the debt. That does not mean we won’t get to some agreement on issues that we differ on… We want...
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Simon Kidgits Club Lil Chefs Cook Up Recipes
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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Title IX: What’s Changed? What’s to Come?
Special Event with Dr. Bernice Sandler, the “Godmother of Title IX” May 16, 2013, 6:00 to 9:00 at Calvert Library Prince Frederick If you think you know about Title IX – the landmark law guaranteeing equal educational opportunities for women and girls – think again. Please join us next Thursday, May 16th, at Calvert...
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Maryland & DoD Partner to Protect Resources
The State of Maryland and the Department of Defense (DoD) today entered into a first-of-its-kind agreement to work together to protect and enhance Maryland’s coastal resources, in a signing at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlines how DoD facilities and projects will meet the federal law requirements of...
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Commissioners of Leonardtown Workshop, Public Hearing
Workshop Thursday, May 9, 2013 ~ 4:00 p.m. Town Council Meeting Agenda May 13, 2013 ~ 4:00 p.m. 1. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance 2. Additions/Deletions to Agenda 3. Approval of Minutes – April 8, 2013 4. Treasurer’s Report Rebecca Sothoron Introduction of Ordinance No. 157 – Adopting the Budget and Setting the Tax...
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Boehner Demands White House Release E-mail
Reports Confirm “Scrubbing” of Benghazi Talking Points as Boehner Demands White House Release E-Mail In the aftermath of the Benghazi terrorist attack that killed four Americans, President Obama and members of his administration repeatedly peddled a false narrative of the attack they claim was based entirely on talking points produced by the intelligence community....
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Ron George on Prison Scandal Prevention
RON GEORGE, HAD INTRODUCED BILLS IN 2008 AND 2009 THAT WOULD HAVE CREATED AN ENVIRONMENT WHICH WOULD HAVE PREVENTED THE RECENT BALTIMORE CITY PRISON SCANDAL. His “RESIDENTIAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT PROGRAM” bills would have redirected many of the Black Guerilla gang members away from their daily drug dealing and into programs that could have...
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Steny Hoyer on House Republicans
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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Prince Frederick Pre-Charrette Seminars
To prepare for the charrette process, a five-part seminar is being presented to explain the process and details of town center design and development. Following each presentation materials will be made available to the public on this webpage. All sessions are free and will be held at the Calvert Library, 850 Costley Way, Prince...
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Remarkable Lady Celebrates 100 Years
May 8, 2013 was Mary Jenkins 100th birthday. This remarkable lady was born May 8, 1913 and moved to St. Mary’s County in 1945. Mary worked at the Morganza Post Office Building, starting in the 1920 until it closed. Back in the old days, the Morganza post office was a store, a bar, and the bus...
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Organizations Invited to Offer Summer Internships
The Patuxent Partnership, SMCPS, and BECA Invite Organizations to offer Summer Internships The Patuxent Partnership is pleased to partner with St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS) and BECA (Business, Education and Community Alliance) to offer prospective intern applicants to St. Mary’s County organizations for summer 2013. Internships provide students with workplace experience, while allowing...
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U S Navy Band Set To Rock St. Charles
FRIDAY NIGHT, MAY 17TH, FOR FREE CONCERT The St. Charles Companies welcomes the U.S. Navy Band Cruisers to the St. Charles free waterfront Sunset Concert Festival on Friday, May 17th at 7 p.m. As the U.S. Navy’s premier contemporary entertainment ensemble, the Cruisers feature eight of the Navy’s most dynamic performers. Formed in 1999...
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MayFest Today at Great Hall
Doors open 6:30 am so you won’t miss a fantastic indoor/outdoor yard sale at the Great Hall! Middleham and St. Peter’s Episcopal Parish will hold its annual MayFest on Saturday May 11, 2013, from 6:30 am to 12:30 pm at the Great Hall in Lusby. MayFest is an outdoor plant and huge indoor yard...
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Letter from Dan Bongino
Friends, Regardless of your political ideology, please take the recent developments with the Benghazi coverup & the abuses of power within the IRS very seriously. Your government must exist in a political ecosystem where there is a healthy anxiety regarding the power of its citizenry. These scandals, amongst others, indicate a disturbing pattern of...
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Speaker Boehner on Working Families Flexibility Act
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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Hoyer on Manfacturing
Hoyer Statement on Administration Competition for New Manufacturing Innovation Institutes House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after the Obama Administration announced that it is launching a competition to create three new manufacturing innovation institutes: “With the manufacturing sector’s strong potential to lead job growth for our economy, the...
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Hoyer: Stop Playing Partisan Games with the Debt
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) spoke on the House Floor in opposition to a Republican amendment to H.R. 807, the “Pay China First” Act. Below are excerpts and a link to the video. “The sad thing is that this is not a serious response. This is an irresponsible response. This is a...
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CREP Sign-Up to Begin May 13
Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) Sign-Up to Begin May 13 Farmers will again be able to enroll environmentally sensitive cropland in the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) beginning May 13. This popular program provides annual rental payments for 10 to 15 years, cost share for the installation of best management practices (BMPs) and up...
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Gilbert Salvatore Simonds,Sr to be Honored
The Town of North Beach will hold a dedication to honor long-time resident, Gilbert Salvatore Simonds,Sr., better known to most as “Buddy” or “Coach.” The dedication will be held at Callis Park in North Beach on Saturday, June 1, 2013 at 1:00 pm. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend. Please pass the event...
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Senior Center Kitchen Shutdown Temporarily
North Beach Senior Center Kitchen Shut Down Temporarily The North Beach Senior Center will not be serving lunch Monday, May 13, through Wednesday, May 15. The replacement of a major kitchen appliance requires extensive work during those days. Programs and activities at the center will go on as scheduled.
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Collections Agency Selected to Recover Bad Checks
Charles County Public Schools is changing the way it handles checks written to schools by parents, students or other individuals for any payments due to the school system. The change only involves returned checks, and does not affect payments made on My Payments Plus, the secure, Internet-based system parents can use to deposit money...
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Foundation Working Hard on Preakness Event
St. Mary’s Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Foundation Preakness Celebration Event at Old Breton Inn, May 18th Annual Fundraiser is Premier Event for an Outstanding Cause St. Mary’s Nursing & Rehabilitation Center’s Foundation is hard at work preparing for the Annual Preakness Event. “We are Committed to Excellence” St. Mary’s Nursing & Rehabilitation Center’s Foundation is...
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Riparian Property Licensing Still Open
Application Deadline June 1 The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is still accepting applications for offshore waterfowl blind and shoreline licenses for riparian (waterfront) property owners. A license will establish offshore stationary blinds or blind sites for hunting waterfowl, or prevent others from licensing the shoreline at a later date. Riparian property owners...
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Speaker Boehner on Economic Growth
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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Republican Caucus Condemned O’Malley/Brown Administration
House Republicans: Inaction of O’Malley/Brown Administration and Democratic Leadership Contributed to Prison Scandal Today, Members of the House Republican Caucus condemned the O’Malley/Brown Administration and Democratic leadership in the Maryland General Assembly for their failure to address the corruption in the state’s correctional facilities. “Republican members of the House of Delegates are disappointed in...
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Hoyer: Republicans’ Pay China First Bill
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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Steny Hoyer on Comp or Overtime Pay
“Ms. Roby and I are friends, but we have a very substantial disagreement about this bill. I call it the ‘pay working families less’ bill, because what it will result in is a cut in pay for almost everybody. “Yes, there will be those who will volunteer who can afford to do...
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Bridge Work and Inspections Continue on Nice Bridge
Temporary Lane Closures and Alternating Traffic Ongoing The Governor Harry W. Nice Memorial Bridge in Newburg is currently reduced to one lane with flagging operations alternating northbound and southbound traffic during the following overnight off-peak hours: Sunday through Thursday from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. the following morning and Friday from 10 p.m. to...
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National Diabetes Education for Older Americans Month
In observance of Older Adults Month, the National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP) is encouraging older adults to take steps to prevent or manage type 2 diabetes. Adults over age 60 have a greater chance of developing type 2 diabetes and diabetes-related complications, but it’s never too late to make changes for better health. NDEP’s...
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The Voice Contestant to Perform for Fundraiser
Anthony Evans Jr. of The Voice to Perform at Life Church This Saturday to Raise Funds for Clinton Christian School Professional gospel singer Anthony Evans Jr., most recently known as a television contestant on The Voice, will be performing live in concert this Saturday at Life Church in Upper Marlboro. The event is being...
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Neighborhood Watch Training
The next Neighborhood Watch Training will take place on Thursday, May 30th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The training will be held in the Courthouse Square Conference Room, which is located in the Courthouse Square building, Prince Frederick (corner of Duke and Main Streets) across the street from the Maryland State Police Barrack...
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Performances of “Holding On ~ Letting Go” at CSM
Limited Number of Free Tickets Available Performances of “Holding On ~ Letting Go” will spotlight end-of-life issues and the role of hospice care. Calvert Hospice will present “Holding On ~ Letting Go” on Friday, June 7, 2013 at the Prince Frederick Campus of the College of Southern Maryland as part of its Southern...
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CSM ‘Code Green’ Program Begins May 20
Memorial Day, Independence Day Closings Announced The College of Southern Maryland will implement its “Code Green” program during the summer as part of its energy savings initiatives. From May 20 through July 26, excluding July 5, CSM will close most buildings on Fridays at 1:30 p.m. The early closings will not affect CSM’s St. Charles...
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Gansler Urges Major Advertisers to Pull Ads
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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Hoyer on Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
Hoyer Recognizes Asian Pacific American Heritage Month at CAPAC Official Congressional Ceremony House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) joined the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus Official Congressional Ceremony to recognize Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Below are his remarks, as prepared for delivery: “It is an honor to join you to mark Asian...
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Melanoma & Skin Cancer Detection & Prevention Month
Skin cancer affects all skin types and is the most common cancer in Maryland. The American Cancer Society estimated that in 2012, approximately 1,420 Marylanders and 76,250 persons in the United States were diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer, the deadliest form of skin cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, the number of people...
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Public Hearing for Today Rescheduled
The public hearing on proposed Bill #2013-10, Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP) scheduled for Wednesday, May 8 has been rescheduled for Wednesday, May 22 at 5:30 p.m. The Charles County Commissioners will hold the public hearing on May 22 in the County Commissioner’s Meeting Room located in the Charles County Government Building (200...
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O’Malley Appoints New MHIB Members
Governor Martin O’Malley has appointed two new members and re-appointed three current members to the Maryland Horse Industry Board, a program within the Maryland Department of Agriculture that represents various equine activities and organizations across the state. Members serve four-year terms and are charged with promoting and marketing Maryland’s equine industry as well as...
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Public Forum Scheduled for May 22
The Charles County Board of Commissioners would like to inform citizens that the next public forum will be held on Wednesday, May 22, at 7 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room at the Charles County Government Building (200 Baltimore Street, La Plata). Sign-in will begin at 6:30 p.m. outside the Commissioner Meeting Room. Public...
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John Boehner on Obama’s Economic Recovery
The economic ‘recovery’ that the Obama administration heralded on the pages of The New York Times nearly three years ago remains “agonizingly shallow,” with “nearly 8 million people in the U.S. who want a better job” and “more than 11.5 million… unemployed,” the Wall Street reports. Thousands of those underemployed or out-of-work Americans could have had...
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Dan Bongino: When No One Has Responsibility
The Benghazi attack and the subsequent coverup is another sad example of the soft tyranny of an expansive, out of touch bureaucracy. When everyone has “responsibility” for something as critical as security and emergency response then NO ONE has responsibility. Having lived in this bubble, our government has metastasized to such a point where...
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Hoyer and Raising the Debt Limit
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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VA Benefits for Trades, Transportation Training at CSM
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Maryland Division of Planning and Academic Affairs have approved the use of veterans benefits for selected non-credit trades and transportation training certificate programs at the College of Southern Maryland. Veterans are approved to use their GI Bill educational benefits for electrical helper, entry-level plumber, certified structural...
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Volunteers Still Needed for Boards, Committees and Commissions
The call is still out for any citizen interested in volunteering to serve on various Boards, Committees and Commissions. Detailed descriptions of the various board openings and membership application are available on the County’s website at http://www.co.saint-marys.md.us/voluntr/. The deadline to receive applications and resumes has been extended to Friday, May 31, 2013. Commission for...
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MDA Seeks Members for Agricultural Certainty Oversight Committee
Resumes Due into MDA by June 1 Governor Martin O’Malley signed the Maryland Agricultural Certainty Bill (SB 1029) on Thursday (May 2), and the Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) is now seeking resumes from people interested in serving on the Oversight Committee which will develop the regulations necessary to implement the program. People who...
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Cankerworms Causing Defoliation in Southern Maryland Trees
Most Affected Trees Expected to Recover Fully An infestation of spring cankerworms have eaten the leaves off of many trees in Prince George’s, Charles and St. Mary’s Counties; however, entomologists with the Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) expect most trees to survive the defoliation without difficulty. “These green caterpillars are often mistaken for the...
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Chaney Enterprises Honored For Projects
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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Republicans Statement on Passing of Richard E. Hug
On behalf of the membership of the House Republican Caucus, Minority Leader Nic Kipke and Minority Whip Kathy Szeliga released the follow statement regarding the passing of Richard E. Hug: “The House Republican Caucus deeply mourns the passing of Richard Hug, a great Marylander. Mr. Hug was a man of tremendous talent – in...
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Volunteers Needed on Property Tax Assessment Appeal Board
St. Mary’s County continues to seek citizen representatives for the Property Tax Assessment Appeal Board. Interested applicants will need to submit an Appointee Exemption Disclosure Form, a Biographical Information Form and a copy of their resume for consideration. Forms can be found on the Property Tax Assessment Appeals webpage on the County website at...
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Vacancy on North Beach Board of Appeals
There is currently one vancancy on the North Beach Board of Appeals. Individuals interested in serving on this Board please send a letter of interest to Stacy Wilkerson, Town Clerk at northbeach@northbeachmd.org. The following is a general description of the responsibilities of a Board of Appeals Member. If you have any questions please contact...
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Sunset Concert Festival Features Little Paul & Company
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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SMC Commissioners Host Public Forum on May 7
The St. Mary’s Board of County Commissioners will host a Public Forum on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 beginning at 6:30 p.m., in the Commissioners Meeting Room inside the Chesapeake Building. The building is located at 41770 Baldridge Street, Leonardtown, Maryland. Citizens are invited to attend the forum and address the members of the Board...
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April Work Hard and Be Nice Awards
St. Mary’s County Public Schools’ (SMCPS) Work Hard and Be Nice Award recognizes distinct and extraordinary accomplishments of school system employees in connection with official employment. Dedicated employees contribute to the success of the school system and our students. Award recipients enhance both the success and the reputation of the school system through their...
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Life Journeys Writers Club, Inc.
May 18, 3-5 pm Waldorf West Library, Waldorf It’s the Life Journeys Writers Club’s Nuts and Bolts Gathering! Bring your works, your thoughts, your passion, and your valuable input to our monthly gathering. Experience rich critiques, industry tips, networking, refreshments, and more. Learn how you can become a vibrant part of the LJWC, a...
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Dan Bongino: Why do you trust these people?
What reason has government given you to make you believe that they have a better understanding of your economic, healthcare and education needs than you do? Is their discretion better than yours? Obamacare was written so arbitrarily that many of its effects on you were left to the discretion of the Secretary of HHS....
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O’Malley Signs Landmark Forest Legislation
Maryland establishes first in the nation policy Governor Martin O’Malley today signed into law first-of-its-kind legislation that amends Maryland’s forest conservation policy to maintain the State’s current 40 percent tree canopy ─ a no-net-loss. The bill establishes new and expanded reforestation incentives and tools to help landowners and local governments meet and surpass the...
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Hoyer Statement on Manufacturing Report
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after the Institute for Supply Management released its report for April: “Today’s report on the state of our manufacturing sector showed that, while still expanding, manufacturing growth slowed in April. This news is yet another reason for Speaker Boehner to appoint budget...
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Hoyer Statement on Cinco de Mayo
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today commemorating Cinco de Mayo, which is Sunday: “On Sunday, families across America will celebrate both the courage of the defenders of Puebla in 1862 and the extraordinary contributions Mexican-Americans continue to make to our national life. In defeating a foreign army that...
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Development Event Broadcast Live from Atlanta
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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Distinguished Service Award Dinner & Silent Auction
Cedar Lane Senior Living Community Distinguished Service Award Dinner and Silent Auction – May 10 Cedar Lane Senior Living Community will host the Cedar Lane Distinguished Service Award Dinner & Silent Auction on Friday, May 10 at The Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point. The inaugural Distinguished Service Award will be presented...
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Still Time to Register for ArtsFest 2013
ARTSFEST 2013! Saturday, June 8, 2013 12:00 noon – 6:00 pm La Plata Town Hall Registration Deadline Extended to May 10! $10 Late Fee After May 10 It’s not too late to register for ArtsFest 2013! Please join us for the largest outdoor arts festival in Charles County. Last year over 2000 citizens attended ArtsFest,...
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Join Us for Popcorn and a Movie in the Barn!
Is there a better combination than freshly popped popcorn and a movie? Join us this Wednesday, May 8th, at Sotterley Plantation, for our second installment of our 2013 Sotterley Speaker Series featuring the film Daughters of the Dust. We will be featuring a fresh popcorn bar with a number of enticing mix-ins and spices...
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Speaker Boehner on April Unemployment Report
House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) released the following statement this morning after the Department of Labor released its unemployment report for April 2013: “There’s some good news in today’s report, but the president’s policies still aren’t providing the robust economic growth and job creation the American people desperately need. To get things moving, we...
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Hoyer Statement on April Jobs Report
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after the Department of Labor released its jobs report for April: “The jobs numbers released today by the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that, while our recovery continues, Congress still must do more to address job creation. I am encouraged that our...
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Ocean Gateway’s New Traffic Pattern at US 50
Exclusive Left Turns and New Pedestrian Signals Added for Motorists The State Highway Administration (SHA) initiated a new traffic pattern at the US 50 (Ocean Gateway) and Chapel Road intersection in Easton last week. SHA upgraded the existing traffic signal to improve safety for pedestrians and motorists traveling through the intersection. Pedestrian signals were...
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Maryland Recycles Pesticide Containers for 21st Year
Collection Dates Open in June For 20 years, Maryland’s pesticide container recycling program, offered by the Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA), has helped prevent pesticide residues from entering the soil and local waterways and has saved valuable landfill space by recycling more than 743,000 empty, plastic pesticide containers. The program will open its 21st...
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Sundays in the Park Set for May 12
Sundays in the Park takes place at Greenwell’s Rosedale Manor on the second Sunday of every month from 1pm to 4pm. Sundays in the Park is a family-friendly event where the community is welcome to come and browse the rooms of historic Rosedale Manor. Rosedale was the home of John Philip Greenwell, Jr., who...
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Hospitality & Tourism Industry Breakfast Meet & Greet
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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Mother’s Day Weekend Events at Sotterley!
Mother’s Day is quickly approaching! We have two events to consider when planning your weekend to honor Mom. On Saturday, May 12th at 3:00 p.m. we have our final 2nd Saturday Series of the season Women of Sotterley. Learn about the extraordinary women that lived and worked on the Plantation, from the mistress of...
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Del Mark Fisher: Tame the Government Bully!
The most dangerous 90-days in Maryland are now over – The General Assembly 90-day Session! New regulations, fees & taxes are being proposed that will make it harder for you and your neighbors to balance your budget – a budget already strained by the unending Great Recession. Here are the latest results from the...
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O’Malley Appoints Commission Members, Advisory Board
Governor O’Malley Appoints New Members to Maryland Agricultural Commission, Young Farmers Advisory Board Governor Martin O’Malley has appointed six new members to the Maryland Agricultural Commission, an advisory body comprised of representatives from different commodity groups who provide the Agriculture Secretary with information and recommendations on policies and issues facing the agriculture industry. Members...
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Hoyer on Obama’s Nomination of Pritzker & Froman
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement after President Barack Obama nominated Penny Pritzker to be the next Secretary of Commerce and Michael Froman to be the next U.S. Trade Representative: “In selecting Penny Pritzker as his nominee to be our next Secretary of Commerce, President Obama has tapped a...
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Farmer’s Markets Now Open!
The California Farmer’s Market, located at the BAE parking lot at the corner of Town Creek Drive and Rte. 235 will be open Saturdays beginning May 4 and continuing through October 26 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The North St. Mary’s Farmers Market, located at the Charlotte Hall Library, will be open Monday...
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A Night at the Opera Coming
The Chesapeake Choral Arts Society in collaboration with COSMIC Symphony presents: A Night at the Opera (Great Opera Choruses and Overtures) with special guests the Schubert Singers, Southern Maryland’s own Children’s Chorus. COSMIC and Chesapeake Choral Arts Society are once again joining forces for an outstanding concert of great Choral and Orchestral works. COSMIC,...
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Treasurer’s Office Announces Bay Restoration Exemption Program
The Bay Restoration Fund (BRF) Exemption Program grants a waiver from paying the Bay Restoration Fee to certain residential dwellings that demonstrate substantial financial hardship. Any candidate for the program must be a resident of Calvert County and a homeowner or lease holder of record. A candidate must also meet two of the following...
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Auditions for Summer CSM Productions
Auditions for Summer CSM Productions 6 p.m., May 20-21, College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts (FA) Center, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. The College of Southern Maryland will hold auditions for four productions with performances to take place between July 19 and Aug. 3, including Friday morning performances for selected...
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John Boehner’s Press Office
ObamaCare’s Small Business Slowdown President Obama says his health care law is “working fine,” but another Democratic lawmaker is on the record today saying they’re “moderately to very concerned” about “the cost of care going up.” The top Democrat in the U.S. Senate says the law will cost even more to implement (lest it...
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Hoyer on Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today marking Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: “During Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, we celebrate the many contributions to our national life by a vibrant community with a proud history. In every aspect of our society, including business, government, education, science, sports, the...
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North Beach Road Closures May 3rd
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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County Students Earn State History Day Awards
One Charles County Public Schools student – La Plata High School sophomore Ryan Burton – earned a second place award at the Maryland History Day competition held April 27 at the University of Maryland Baltimore County. As a second-place winner, he is eligible to compete in the national event, planned for June 9-13 at...
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School System Offers Summer Physicals for Students
Charles County Public Schools is offering sports physicals this summer to student athletes. Physicals will be limited to the first 100 students and are done on a first-come, first-serve basis. The schedule is as follows: • Henry E. Lackey High School, Wednesday, June 5, 5 – 8 p.m.; • North Point High School, Thursday,...
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Newtowne Players Announce Open Auditions for Deathtrap
The Newtowne Players announce auditions for comedy-thriller Deathtrap, by Ira Levin, which runs Thursdays through Sundays, Aug. 2-18, 2013. Auditions will be held May 6 and May 8 from 6-9 p.m. at Three Notch Theatre on 21744 South Coral Drive in Lexington Park. Scripts will be available at 5:30 p.m. No appointment is necessary,...
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“The Choice” War of 1812 Living History
Sotterley Plantation’s War of 1812 Living History “The Choice” will be part of the three year national bicentennial commemoration of this war in our region. “The Choice” will take place on Saturday, May 25th at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., & 12:00 p.m. The war with the British brought hardship to the plantation but a...
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Dan Bongino to President Obama
Friends, this is not about politics. If you think that Benghazi “happened a long time ago” and is not worthy of your time then stop reading now. I am not posting this to influence your vote either as I have spoken to many Democrats who are equally as disgusted with this situation as I...
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House Gets Another Clean Financial Bill of Health
For the second year running, the House of Representatives has received a clean financial bill of health, marking another milestone in Republicans’ efforts to lead by example and protect taxpayer dollars. In her announcement touting the audit, which was conducted by the independent Office of Inspector General, House Administration Committee Chairman Candice Miller (R-MI)...
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Hoyer on Jewish American Heritage Month
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today marking Jewish American Heritage Month: “It is fitting that we celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month during the Spring, as the history of the Jewish community in our country has been one of new beginnings. For the millions of Jewish refugees who came...
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Hoyer On Mel Watt’s Nomination By Obama
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after President Barack Obama nominated Congressman Mel Watt (NC-12) to be the next Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency: “I have been privileged to serve alongside my friend, Mel Watt, for the past twenty years, and I congratulate him on his...
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Charles County Sheriff’s Office to Hold Private Ceremony
The Charles County Sheriff’s Office will host a ceremony to commemorate the start of National Police Week and to honor the CCSO officers who were killed or have died in the line of duty. The ceremony will include a roll call of fallen officers, the laying of wreaths by the Honor Guard and a...
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BOCC to Hold Town Hall Meetings
Charles County Commissioners to Hold Town Hall Meetings in May The Charles County Commissioners invite the public to attend May 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....
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Prince Frederick Charrette on Changes Coming to Town
There is a need for an open discussion of the upcoming Charrette and the meetings being held to publicize the changes coming to the town of Prince Frederick. The League of Women Voters in cooperation with the Calvert County Commission for Women, the Southern Maryland Action Coalition; the Concerned Black Women, the Community Mediation...
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North Beach Crosswalks & Welcome Center
The Department of Public Works will be painting crosswalks this Thursday evening, May 2, 2013 between the hours of 9:30 p.m. and midnight. The painting will be done on Chesapeake Avenue between 1st and 3rd Streets. You will have to take a detour around these areas while the painting is being completed. The Welcome...
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Board Seeks Applicants for Vacancy
The Sheriff’s Office Retirement Plan Board has a vacancy and is seeking candidates to fill the voluntary position. Interested applicants should have experience with employee retirement plans and financial investment. To apply head to http://www.co.saint-marys.md.us/docs/Membership%20Application.pdf to download an application. Completed forms should be returned to Diane Gleissner via email at diane.gleissner@stmarysmd.com or U.S. Mail to...
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Gibson Road Living Shoreline & Revetment Project Completed
St. Mary’s County Department of Public Works and Transportation has completed work on a new living shoreline. The project, adjacent to Gibson Road along Whites Neck Creek shoreline, is located in the Bushwood area. The living shoreline project is part of a 260 foot long stone sill revetment, bordered by nearly three thousand square...
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Dan Bongino on Benghazi
It pains me to write this but it is becoming more obvious by the day that those men in Benghazi were left to die. Whether through indecision or intentional neglect they were abandoned when they needed their government most. I traveled to a number of high threat zones during my 12 years with the...
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La Plata Town Hall Summer Concerts
Join us for the Friday night Summer Concert Series. The weekly concerts take place from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on the lawn at La Plata Town Hall at 305 Queen Anne Street. Concert goers are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs for sitting. Coolers are allowed, but no alcohol, please. Concessions are...
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6th Annual Calvert Arts Festival
Sample the best Patuxent Wine Trail wines ($15 fee) with souvenir tasting glass at the 6th Annual Calvert Arts Festival Saturday, 11 May, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. at All Saints’ Episcopal Church. No admission fee to shop from outstanding local juried artisans. Delicious food, live entertainment, children’s crafts, raffles & more. Tour our...
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2nd Saturday Series at Sotterley “Women of Sotterley”
Announcing our final 2nd Saturday Series of the year, “Women of Sotterley” coming up on May 11th. Perfect timing for Mother’s Day! Enjoy the presentation, explore the gardens and honor Mom during Mother’s Day weekend! Thank you in advance for helping us get the word out about this great event! 2nd Saturday Series at...
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Dan Bongino on Political Liberty
There is no greater compassion than a set of policy prescriptions which foster economic & political liberty. Do not cede the moral high ground to the peddlers of easy “solutions” who disingenuously want you to forfeit away more of your earnings in the name of government-provided economic security. There is nothing moral or compassionate...
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John Boehner’s Press Office on ObamaCare
Welcome to the Club: Democrats “Nervous,” “Concerned” About “Complex,” Confusing, “Train Wreck” ObamaCare The Democrats who stitched together ObamaCare and shoved it into law are starting to admit, one-by-one, the whole thing is a mess – “complex,” “confusing,” and heading for a “huge train wreck”: • “NERVOUS”: The New York Times says Democrats are...
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Hoyer on Obama’s Nomination of Anthony Foxx
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after President Barack Obama announced his nomination of Mayor Anthony Foxx to be the next Secretary of Transportation: “I join in congratulating Mayor Anthony Foxx on his nomination to be our next Secretary of Transportation. In his three and a half years...
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2013 Sotterley Speaker Series Presenters Announced!
The Sotterley Speaker Series is sponsored by The Boeing Company Committed to community support and service, The Boeing Company has been dedicated to promoting education and the arts within the Southern Maryland community. This generous sponsorship allows our Speaker Series to be free of charge for the general public. Due to limited seating advanced...
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MSP Prescription Drug Drop Offs
The Maryland State Police, Prince Frederick Barrack now has a prescription drug drop box. The secure box is located in front of the barrack and has been designated as a drop off point for unused and unwanted prescription medication. The drugs can be dropped off without questions or paperwork 24 hours a day, 7...
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Arts Alliance Call for Artists
Next Waldorf West Library Gallery Exhibit to Feature Horticulture Theme The Deadline is May 1 CCAA is accepting submissions for a new exhibit of local artists at the Waldorf West Library Galleries. The multimedia exhibit will be held from July 2 – September 30, 2013. The galleries are located in the new Waldorf West...
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Great Mills Pool to Close for Seasonal Maintenance
Great Mills Swimming Pool to Close for Seasonal Maintenance May 13 – 24 With the summer comes the outdoor swimming season. To prepare the St. Mary’s County Department of Recreation and Parks will perform seasonal maintenance on the Great Mills Swimming Pool. This will close the pool to the public for 12 days beginning...
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Weekly Republican Address
Chairman Bill Shuster on Fixing President Obama’s Flight Delays Delivering the Weekly Republican Address, House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Bill Shuster (R-PA) discusses the House’s efforts to ease the flight delays Americans have been experiencing because of the way in which the Obama administration implemented the president’s automatic sequestration cuts. “This week, many...
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Hoyer on Bomb at 16th Street Church 9/15/63
We Will Never Forget the Memory of the Four Girls Killed at the 16th Street Baptist Church Mr. Speaker, the recognition for the victims of this terrible tragedy that befell our whole country on September 15, 1963, is absolutely appropriate. And it is an opportunity for us to say, once again, the respect we...
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Recreation Trail Project Funding Available
Applications are now being accepted for Recreational Trail program funding for the 2014 fiscal year. The Recreation Trail program encourages projects that develop and maintain recreational trails and trail-related facilities. The projects selected will enhance Maryland’s existing trail network, create connections between communities and natural or cultural areas, and promote tourism-related areas. The Maryland...
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Welcome Committee for North Beach Being Considered
The Town of North Beach is considering the formation of a committee to welcome new homeowners and renters. Some tasks the committee may be responsible for are reaching out to newcomers, assembling and delivering packages to new residents, etc. If you would be willing to volunteer your time on this effort or would like...
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Restored Oyster Reef Shows Highest Denitrification Rate
Oyster Recovery Partnership Restored Oyster Reef Shows Highest Denitrification Rate of Any Natural System Documented in the Chesapeake Bay One of Highest Ever Reported in a Marine Environment; Opens Possibility that Oysters Conducive for Nutrient Control A group of Chesapeake Bay researchers have published a groundbreaking study in April’s issue of the Marine Ecology...
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Thomas Stone to Participate in Comcast Cares Day
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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Dan Bongino:Please Take a Second & Think About This:
Although I have posed this question on my page many times in the past, I am going to post it again. I am doing this because, after spending a lifetime engrossed in the sometimes science, sometimes philosophy & sometimes magic of economics I sincerely wish to understand why, despite no data or even anecdotal...
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Latest Disappointing Economic Growth Report
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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Hoyer Statement on GDP for First Quarter 2013
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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Summer Volunteer Call for Calvert Library
Teens, are you looking for a great place to volunteer this summer? Consider giving back to your community by joining the Teen Summer Reading Volunteer Team at Calvert Library. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, Fairview Branch and Southern Branch have opportunities for teens ages 13-18 interested in assisting with organizing shelves, preparing craft materials and...
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Free Employment Classified Listings for Local Businesses
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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Mosquito Spraying in North Beach
Seasonal mosquito control spraying is to begin during the month of May. Spraying will take place on Mondays and Thursdays, depending upon the mosquito count. Please contact Marsha at Town Hall at 301.855.6681 if: • You do not want the area around your home sprayed. • If you know the location of domestic beehives...
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Free Concert by Southern Maryland Encore Chorale
On Saturday, May 4, 2013, at 2 pm, The Great Hall at 10210 H G Trueman Road in Lusby, will feature a spring concert “A Salute to American Composers” by the Southern Maryland Encore Chorale. The concert is presented by Encore: Creativity for Older Adults. Krystal Rickard McCoy will conduct the free concert. For...
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MDA to Presents Touch of Class Award
MDA to Presents Touch of Class Award at Grand Opening of Woodstock Equestrian Center in Montgomery County The Maryland Horse Industry Board (MHIB), a program within the Maryland Department of Agriculture, will present its Touch of Class Award Saturday to Tracey Morgan, operator of Gaylen Farm in Beallsville (Montgomery County), at the Grand Opening...
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Speaker Boehner on Obama’s Flight Delays
House Acts to Fix President Obama’s Flight Delays House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) released the following statement after the House passed a bipartisan bill to transfer funds within the FAA budget to alleviate the need for furloughs of American air traffic controllers: “The disruption to America’s air traffic system over the past week was...
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Hoyer Spoke in Opposition on Floor
Hoyer: We Ought To Be Mitigating The Whole Impact Of The Sequester House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer spoke: “I rise in opposition to this piece of legislation. “The editorial board of USA Today was scathing yesterday in its assessment of where the blame for this sequester should lie. And I quote: ‘No Members of...
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