The following statement was issued today by House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH), Majority Leader Eric Cantor (R-VA), Majority Whip Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), Republican Conference Chairman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), and Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte (R-VA): “Our nation’s immigration system is broken – hurting families, our national security, and the economy, which is why...
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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 a...
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Dan Bongino on Memorial Day
There is a lot to protest and be concerned about when it comes to the operations of our government but, one group of people which deserve nothing but praise are the men & women of America’s military, the finest in the history of civilized man. There is simply no greater sacrifice than to exchange...
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Message from Steny Hoyer
Heading Into District Work Period, Republicans Miss Debt Ceiling Deadline, Continue To Stall On Budget And Fail to Replace the Sequester This week, the Republican-led House officially missed the deadline to act on the debt ceiling, which had been suspended through May 18th and again took effect on the 19th. Congress has a responsibility...
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Southern Maryland Hiring Event!
We are pleased to announce that the 2nd Annual Nine Innings of Networking Hiring Event will be taking place on Tuesday, June 11, 2013, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Regency Furniture Stadium, 11765 St. Linus Drive, Waldorf. The event is being hosted by the Tri-County Council’s Southern Maryland Workforce Investment Board (WIB),...
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St. Mary’s Government Memorial Day Closures
St. Mary’s County Government Offices will be closed on Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day. Government offices will reopen on Tuesday, May 28. The St. Andrews Landfill and six (6) Convenience Centers will also be closed and the St. Mary’s Transit System (STS) will not operate on Monday, May 27. All Convenience...
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Charles County Government Closures for Memorial Day
The Charles County Commissioners wish to remind residents of the following offices and facility schedule changes for Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 27. The following offices will be closed for normal business hours: • All Charles County Government offices and the Tri-County Animal Shelter in Hughesville will be closed. • The Charles County...
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End Hunger Dragon Boat Festival
YOU’VE GOT QUESTIONS. WE’VE GOT ANSWERS! We have complied a list of FAQ to help you understand what this years Dragon Boat Festival is about and what you can expect. If you still have questions, please email us at dragonboat@endhungercalvert.org. What is Dragon Boating? Dragon boating is today’s fastest-growing international team water sport. The...
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Calvert County Government Facility Closures for Memorial Day
The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners announces the following office and facility closures for Memorial Day: • All Calvert County government offices will be closed Monday, May 27. • The Calvert Pines, Southern Pines and North Beach senior centers will be closed May 27. Meals on Wheels will be delivered to clients Monday,...
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CSM’s Barbershop Chorus ‘Shines on’ in Competition
Group Earns Award from Barbershop Harmony Society The College of Southern Maryland’s Barbershop Chorus, “Southern Mix,” directed by Paul W. Douglass II, earned the first place award for Southern Division Plateau AA and was placed 12th overall in competitions of the Mid-Atlantic District Barbershop Harmony Society April 27. Southern Mix is open to CSM...
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Prince Frederick Man Identified as Worker who Died in Construction Accident
A 57-year-old man from Prince Frederick has been identified as the worker who was killed when part of a garage under construction at the Westfield Montgomery Mall collapsed on him Thursday. Carroll Dexter Wills, 57, of the 1600 block of Mason Court in Prince Frederick, was the worker who died while trapped under a...
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(Pre) Summer Fun in June
Maker’s Market, Annmarie After Hours & Gift Shop SALE, and Registration for Antique Car Show Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (Annmarie Garden), will present Maker’s Market on Saturday, June 1, 2013; 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Annmarie Garden’s Maker’s Market is dedicated to independent artists and their handmade and homegrown goods. This Saturday’s...
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Annual Eat•Drink•Go LOCAL
The Town of North Beach is excited to announce the 3rd Annual Eat•Drink•Go LOCAL will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2013 from 12 to 6 p.m. on Bay Avenue. Entry into Eat•Drink•Go LOCAL is free of charge, and attendees can shop the market and enjoy artisans and craft vendors, live local music and...
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Chaneys Chosen as Resource Family of the Year
The Calvert County Department of Social Services selected Venton and Rebecca Chaney as the Resource Family of the Year for 2013. Mr. and Mrs. Chaney can always be counted on to provide outstanding care and dedication to the children placed in their care. They are very willing to work with the birth families and...
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Charles County Received Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
On Tuesday, May 21, the Charles County Commissioners recognized the Department of Fiscal and Administrative Services for their 17th consecutive year earning a national budget award. The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) selected Charles County, to receive the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the Fiscal Year 2012 budget....
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Vacation Bible School – June 17-21
Register your children, neighbors and grandchildren for Middleham and St. Peter’s Parish Vacation Bible School by calling (410-326-0730) or the Parish Office ( 410-326-4948). Early registration is appreciated so we may better plan. This is a popular program with the community, so register soon. VBS is for children between the ages of 4 years...
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Don’t Let Summer Fun be a Distraction
As summer travel begins, the Maryland State Police will be conducting strict enforcement targeting distracted, aggressive and impaired drivers. Maryland State Police Superintendent Colonel Marcus L. Brown has ordered traffic safety initiatives to be conducted throughout the state. Troopers from each of the 22 state police installations will be out working a variety of...
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Boehner on White House’s Arrogance of Power
We’ve Got a Big Problem”: Speaker Boehner on White House’s Arrogance of Power After another week of the White House shifting, revising and walking-back its account of its involvement in the IRS scandal, the American people deserve a straight answer and Republicans “are going to continue to seek answers until we get to the...
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Dan Bongino on O’Malley Scandal
Sadly, the plague of bureaucratic, government corruption is not limited to the IRS and DOJ. It appears that the O’Malley administration is attempting to rival the Obama administration in bureaucratic ineptitude with its newest scandal. The lavish, inappropriate spending of federal “stimulus” funds by Baltimore City school staff on fancy dinners and expensive watches...
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Hoyer on the Bill Press Show
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) spoke with Bill Press on “The Bill Press Show” this morning. Below are excerpts. On the Budget “otwithstanding the fact that Republicans have been talking about regular order for years and years and years, notwithstanding the fact that they demanded that the Senate pass a budget, which...
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Summer Environmental Institute for Middle Schoolers
EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY OFFERED FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS on July 29 – August 2, 2013 Is your middle school student interested in science, being outdoors, learning by doing, and experimenting? The Calvert Marine Museum is offering the perfect program: the Summer Environmental Institute. This hands-on camp experience gives students a chance to get out on the...
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Flute Magic! 2013 Flute Camp
July 8 – 12, 2013 Christ Church 112 E. Charles Street La Plata Now in its 5th Year! Flute lessons, Flute ensembles, Arts & Crafts, Recitals, Optional Piano Lessons. Staffed by all professional flutists & educators. Ages 8-18, maximum 20 students. There are still spaces available! Don’t Miss Out! Visit http://lsnell.mtacc.org for more information...
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Calvert Man Pleads Guilty to Transporting Child Pornography
David Dobbs, age 55, of Port Republic, Maryland, pleaded guilty today to transporting child pornography. The guilty plea was announced by United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Rod J. Rosenstein; Special Agent in Charge Stephen E. Vogt of the Federal Bureau of Investigation; and Colonel Marcus L. Brown, Superintendent of the Maryland...
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Letter from Tri-County Council on Bike to Work
The Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland would like to thank all sponsors, presenters and participants that helped to make this year’s Bike To Work/Wellness Day, held on May 17, 2013 in Indian Head, Maryland, such a success. Bike to Work/Wellness Day was hosted by the town of Indian Head and the Tri-County Council’s Commuter...
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UPDATE: Arrest Made in Baseball Bat Assault
UPDATE: On May 23, 2013 officers responded to Valley Estates Drive Lexington Park, Maryland for a reported fight. Upon arrival, officers found an unresponsive 37 year old male with blunt force injuries to his head. The victim was transported by Maryland State Police helicopter to a regional trauma center. The victim was diagnosed with...
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Commissioners Proclaim EMS Week in Calvert
The Calvert Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) proclaimed the week of May 19 to the 25th as Emergency Medical Services Week. At Tuesday, May 21, 2013, commissioners’ meeting, representatives of the fire/rescue services were honored and presented proclamations. Calvert County is blessed with an all volunteer fire/rescue service. They provide lifesaving care to citizens...
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SMECO Board Candidates Nominated
The 2013 Nominating Committee for Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) met on Saturday, May 18, 2013, and chose candidates for the five available seats up for election on SMECO’s Board of Directors. The list of nominations follows: Calvert County W. Michael Phipps Charles County Gilbert O. Bowling Richard A. Winkler Prince George’s County James...
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Tribute Tonight to Dr. Chiaramonte on Channel 4
Tonight on NBC-4: Anchor Pat Lawson Muse pays tribute to the life and legacy, of Dr. Francis Chiaramonte. Michael Chiaramonte, President of MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital, gives poignant recollections of how his father inspired him growing up.
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Reminder:Decorate Red, White and Blue!
The 2nd Annual Chesapeake Beach Stars and Stripes Festival will be held May 25 through May 27, 2013. For more information, please visit http://www.chesapeake-beach.md.us/events_cbssf.htm The Towns of Chesapeake Beach and North Beach will be hosting a decorating contest. Home owners and business owners in the Twin Beaches are encouraged to show their pride and respect...
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Click It or Ticket in Full Force Throughout Southern Maryland
As motorists take to the roads this Memorial Day holiday weekend, Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s Law Enforcement are urging everyone to buckle up. Beginning Monday, May 20th, law enforcement officials will be out in full force, taking part in the 2013 national Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement mobilization and cracking down...
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Be Prepared for Dangerous Weather
Department of Public Safety Reminds Residents to Be Prepared for Dangerous Weather In the aftermath of the storms in Oklahoma, the Calvert County Department of Public Safety’s Division of Emergency Management is reminding residents of the importance of safety during a tornado or any weather emergency. Tornadoes can produce wind speeds greater than 250...
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Summer Concert Series Kicks Off Friday Night, May 24!
La Plata Town Hall Summer Concert Series Kicks Off Friday Night, May 24! 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...
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10 Questions for President Obama
Speaker Boehner’s Press Office about Keeping America Safe and Secure President Obama delivers a speech on a new U.S. counter-terrorism strategy this afternoon. It’s reported this morning that his new policy includes limiting the tools available to eliminate terrorists abroad and a renewed effort to close the terrorist detention facility in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba....
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Leaders Announce Dedication of Frederick Douglass Statue
House and Senate Leaders Announce Dedication of Frederick Douglass Statue House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH), Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV), Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY), and House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) announced today that they will dedicate a statue of the late Frederick Douglass at a ceremony to be held on...
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Bipartisan Bill for School Access to Emergency Epinephrine
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) and Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-TN) introduced the School Access to Emergency Epinephrine Act today. The bipartisan bill encourages states to adopt policies that increase access to epinephrine to protect students who are at risk of fatal food-induced anaphylaxis, a systemic allergic reaction. Whip Hoyer and Rep....
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Hoyer on Making College More Expensive Act
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement in opposition to H.R. 1911, the Making College More Expensive Act: “While I believe that the House must take action to keep student loan interest rates low before the July 1 deadline, this Republican bill is the wrong approach. Instead of making college...
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Hoyer on Obama’s Nomination of Dan Tangherlini
Hoyer Statement on President Obama’s Nomination of Dan Tangherlini as Administrator of the General Services Administration House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate Dan Tangherlini as Administrator of the General Services Administration: “I join in congratulating Dan Tangherlini on his nomination...
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Lexington Park Woman Arrested for Obstructing & Hindering
On May 16, 2013, Cpl Connelly of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Pegg Road and Ronald Drive for a reported disturbance with possible gunshots fired. While responding, a lookout was broadcast for a black male carrying a baseball bat and a large knife. As Cpl Connelly entered the area, the...
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Three Vehicle Collision on Three Notch
At approximately 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 23, authorities responded to a three-vehicle collision at the crossover at Jones Wharf Rd and Three Notch Road in Hollywood. This was a property damage accident only. The three vehicles apparently were involved in a chain reaction-type accident.
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Memorial Day Events in Calvert County
The Town of Chesapeake Beach presents the second annual Memorial Day event, the Chesapeake Beach Stars and Stripes Festival, Saturday, May 25, through Monday, May 27, 2013. This Festival, honoring our fallen heroes, begins at 10 a.m. Saturday with an opening ceremony at Veterans’ Memorial Park with music by the United States Naval Academy...
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Moonlight Dance on the Bay
BENEFITS WOMEN’S GROUP HOME ‘Chesapeake Swing Band Performs ‘Live’ at Chesapeake Beach’ On Friday, July 12, 2013, 8:00 pm-11:00 pm, the Board of Directors at Ruth’s Miracle Group Home Foundation (RMGH) hosts its annual fundraiser ‘Moonlight Dance on the Bay’ at Chesapeake Resort and Spa-Rod & Reel Restaurant, 4165 Mears Avenue, Chesapeake Beach. The...
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Physical Exams June 6 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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PTP Presents The Complete Works of Shakespeare
The Port Tobacco Players (PTP) Presents The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged May 24 – June 2, 2013 Friday – Saturday at 8:00 pm; Sunday at 3:00 pm Tickets $17 Adults/Military; $14 Seniors (over 60)/Students and Youth through High School (Adult Comedy) A madcap condensation that features non-stop laughs. Complete Works features all 37...
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A Labor of ‘Tough’ Love
CSM Guides First JOBS Grant Students to Graduation “The best is yet to come” are words that are spoken at high school and college graduations around the country this time of year. For a small group of students assembled at the College of Southern Maryland, those words are special and believable because of the...
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Warrant Services and DUI Arrests For Leonardtown MSP
Warrant Service – On Friday, May 17, 2013, at 8:25am, Tpr. E. Krenik served an Arrest Warrant on Jonathan Edward Hughes, 26, of Indian Head. The warrant was issued by the District Court of St. Mary’s County with an original charge of Fugitive from Justice – Virginia on May 17, 2013. Mr. Hughes was...
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Potbelly Sandwich Shop Partners with Three Oaks Center
California-Lexington Park’s First Potbelly Sandwich Shop to Open May 29 Potbelly Sandwich Shop will open its doors at 23064 Three Notch Rd., California, Md., May 29. This will give California- and Lexington Park-area residents the chance to experience the lively, neighborhood hangout that makes Potbelly Sandwich Shop “The Best Place for Lunch.” Hanh Schofield...
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Latest News from North Beach
Recently, there has been an increase in thefts from automobiles. Please keep your vehicles locked and report any suspicious activity to the Sheriff’s Office at 410.535.2800. Bulk trash pickup is on a ONCE-A-MONTH BASIS, BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. The next bulk trash pickup will be Wednesday, June 19, 2013. Call Town Hall (301.855.6681 or 410.257.9618)...
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Maryland Mentor Match Program
The Maryland FarmLINK Mentor Match Program pairs experienced farmers (mentors) with new or transitioning farm owners/operators (mentees) for one-on-one training, advice and interaction. The year-long mentoring experience is enhanced with support from the Maryland FarmLINK Mentor Team, which provides technical assistance in farm production, business management, regulations, marketing and funding resources. Applications to the...
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Tech Honor Students Help Construct Oyster Abode
National Technical Honor Society students from the Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center joined volunteers from the St. Mary’s River Watershed Association on Sunday to construct a new oyster reef habitat. The students, under the direction of advisors John Spinicchia and Tina Mattingly, completed some community service while constructing a four-foot high...
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Interim Southern Branch Library in Solomons Opens
After eighteen months, the interim branch of the library finally opened with a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, May 21, 2013. A small crowd gathered out in front, waiting for the County Commissioners to speak and then tour the facility. A library is to be built within the next 10 years in Lusby, closer to...
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Bullying: Home, School, Church, Cyberspace, Everywhere
For kids, bullying is an imbalance of power. Those who bully use their strength, embarrassing information or popularity to control or harm others. It happens more than once and it is done on purpose. Explaining the differences between teasing and bullying to children are asking them is everyone participating and no one is getting...
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More Labor Unions “Emphatically” Back Keystone XL Jobs Project
A vote is scheduled in the House this week on Rep. Lee Terry’s (R-NE) bill (H.R. 3), which clears the roadblocks delaying Keystone XL — and more and more labor unions are coming out in full support of it. The AFL-CIO Building & Construction Trades Department “emphatically” supports Keystone, noting that the “economic, energy...
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Boehner on the GOP Plan
Helping to build a stronger, healthier economy for all Americans is priority number one for House Republicans. The Republican Plan for Economic Growth and Jobs is a straightforward set of conservative solutions that will help create new jobs today, make life work for families across the country, and expand opportunity for everyone – without...
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Hoyer on Dedication of Statue for Frederick Douglass
Hoyer Statement on Dedication Ceremony for District of Columbia’s Frederick Douglass Statue House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on the announcement that the District of Columbia’s Frederick Douglass statue will be unveiled at a ceremony on Wednesday, June 19th in the United States Capitol Visitor Center: “I welcome...
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Hoyer Delivers Remarks at Progressive Caucus
“Low-Wage Work on the Federal Dime: How Our Tax Dollars Drive Inequality” House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) delivered opening remarks at a hearing held by the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) on how some companies that receive substantial federal funding pay low wages and contribute to income inequality. Below are his remarks, as...
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Vanpool Commuting from Waldorf to Fort Belvoir
Attention Southern Marylanders Vanpool Commuting from Waldorf to Fort Belvoir, VA. Need’s more Riders Help reduce cars on our highways. For information: Contact Michelle Landrum with Enterprise Vanpool/Rideshare Division: 301-212-3111 /240-793-9881 Or email at michelle.landrum@ehi.com George Clark at Tri County Council for Southern: 240.216.5571 or email at gclark@tccsmd.org Commuter Connections at www.commuterconnections.org
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DNR Secretary Sworn In by Governor
Joseph P. Gill was officially sworn in by Governor Martin O’Malley as the 8th Secretary of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) (Outgoing Secretary John R. Griffin held the position twice), following Governor Martin O’Malley’s appointment of Griffin as Chief of Staff last month. “Governor O’Malley and Secretary Griffin have set a new course for Maryland’s future...
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Founder of Southern Maryland Hospital Center Passes
Region Mourns Passing of Southern Maryland Hospital Center Founder Francis P. Chiaramonte, MD Francis P. Chiaramonte, MD, MPH, FACS, founder of Southern Maryland Hospital Center (now MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center), died at his home on Sunday morning. He was 84. Dr. Chiaramonte’s brilliance, vision, and generosity had a profound effect on the people...
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Gansler’s Mortgage Servicing Settlement Exceeds $1.3 Billion
In Direct Relief; Checks to Eligible Foreclosure Victims to be Mailed in June More than 16,600 Marylanders benefit in first 13 months; another $60 million in ongoing trial modifications for 500 Maryland families may boost total assistance Attorney General Douglas F. Gansler announced today that 16,627 Maryland families have received more than $1.3 billion...
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DNR Reminds Citizens to Practice Water Safety
With Memorial Day weekend and the start of summer right around the corner, many people will be heading outdoors to enjoy the State’s waterways and beaches. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) cautions that these areas will not be staffed with lifeguards until the Memorial Day weekend and urges everyone to be extra...
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Official Highway Map Available Online
Maryland’s 2013 – 2014 Official Highway Map Released by the Maryland State Highway Administration A new State map is now available to you, for free, from the Maryland State Highway Administration. Please visit http://roads.maryland.gov/index.aspx?pageid=833. Printed versions are available upon request, at Maryland’s welcome centers. “Whether you view a printed copy, or see it online, this...
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CodeRED Weather Warning Service
Take Action and be Prepared for Severe Weather Season With an active severe weather season predicted, St. Mary’s County officials urge all residents to enroll to receive early warning alerts through CodeRED Weather Warning, a free service to all county residents. The service provides automated severe thunderstorm, tornado and flash flood warnings immediately after...
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Free Flights for Youth to be Offered
International Young Eagles Day On Saturday, June 8 2013, the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) will provide airplane rides for young people (ages 8 to 17) from the St. Mary’s County Regional Airport. The flights, to be scheduled between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., are free, safe and flown by FAA licensed and experienced volunteer...
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Wednesday’s Pet is BigE
Wednesday’s Pet for 05/22/13 is BigE Featured Pet: BigE Rescue Group: Second Hope Rescue Breed: Dogue de Bordeaux/Pit Mix Sex: Male Size: Large Vetted: Up-to-date with routine shots, micro-chipped, heart-worm negative and on prevention. Will be neutered prior to adoption. Adoption Fee: $250.00 BigE is a 2-year-old gentle giant; he has so...
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Annual Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service Held
With a soft rain falling, firefighters & rescue members, gathered at Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens for the 4th Annual Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service to honor their own. Chaplain Mike Bowen opened the ceremony with the poem “The Creation of the Firefighter” and then welcomed all. He asked everyone to join in the Pledge of...
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Know the Warning Signs of a Tornado
Be sure to have an action plan in place Monday’s tragedy in Oklahoma reminds us all of the devastating impact tornadoes can have and the need to know the warning signs, have a plan and be ready to take action at a moment’s notice. Tornadoes are violent by nature, capable of completely destroying well-made...
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Find Your “Purrfect” Pet During Adopt-a-Cat Month
To help find loving homes for cats, the Tri-County Animal Shelter is offering a reduced fee cat adoption event this June. The Tri-County Animal Shelter will take in over 600 cats during the month of June. Many of these cats are loving, friendly house cats looking for a new home. You can view many...
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Baseball Bat Attack in California Leads to First Degree Assault Charges
On May 17, at 11:30pm, police responded to South Springsteen Court, in California, for a report of an assault in progress involving a man with a bat. As police were arriving on the scene, there was a group of people in the road waving them down. The victim, Justin David Raley, pointed to Kenneth...
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Boehner: Solution in Search of a Problem
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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Charles County Police Briefs
The following is a sample of recent events investigated by the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. For information about other events which are not included in this report, visit www.CrimeReports.com and search by county, city, zip code or street address. THEFTS FROM AUTOS: Between May 20 – May 21, unknown suspect(s) broke into cars parked...
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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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Awareness Workshop on Prescription Medication Abuse
Calvert County is fighting a battle with prescription drug abuse and we need your help. Join the experts on May 22nd to learn more about the prescription drug abuse issue in our county and how we can work together as a community to attack this problem. For more information, contact the Calvert Alliance Against...
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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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Leonardtown Lions Honor Helen Keller
In honor of Helen Keller’s birthday June 1st, the Leonardtown Lions Club will conduct a White Cane fundraiser on Friday, May 24th and Friday, May 31st at the following locations: True Value ( Leonardtown Center), McKay’s ( Hollywood -Leonardtown Road), Dash In (Leonardtown) and McKay’s ( Leonardtown Center). Inspired by a presentation by Helen...
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Hurricane Season is Right Around the Corner
Are You Prepared? The 2013 hurricane season begins next week and the potential for tropical systems to impact Southern Maryland will rise. The St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services and Technology reminds residents that now is the time to prepare. A critical step you can take to sustain yourself and your family during...
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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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CSM Partners in World CPR Challenge
The College of Southern Maryland’s American Heart Association Training Center is partnering with the American Medical Response (AMR) May 22 to provide free training on how to save lives through compression-only CPR. The event is part of AMR’s nationwide observance of National Emergency Medical Services Week as well as the World CPR Challenge Day...
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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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Drug Arrests For St. Mary’s County
Vice/Narcotics detectives were contacted by Special Agents from the California Department of Justice for assistance in a “Felony Complaint” they were conducting. The suspect, Tricia Nicole Gregory, 32 was working as a nurse at a hospital in their jurisdiction and was diverting “Hydromorphone” also known as “Dilaudid”. She was located and served the 39...
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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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Leonardtown Lions Excited about Crab Festival
Members of the Leonardtown Lions Club, Lions Gil Moore, Frank Nuhfer and John Brown came before the Leonardtown Commissioners during the recent Town Council meeting to bring awareness to the upcoming Crab Festival to be held at the Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 8, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. They were especially excited...
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Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crime Reports
During the week of May 13 through May 19 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,382 calls for service throughout the community. Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link...
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State Police Blotter – Prince Frederick
Maryland State Police in Prince Frederick are investigating the following incidents: Possession of Marijuana: On 5/13/13 at 12:53 pm, Trooper First Class R. Lewis stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on Rt. 261 at the Town Hall in Chesapeake Beach. A search of the vehicle revealed that the driver, Christopher Franklin, 31 of Chesapeake...
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SAYSF Church Honors All First Responders
On Sunday, May 19, 2013, at SAYSF Bible Church in Lexington Park, first responders, family and guests came together for a special worship service. The service honored Sheriff’s Deputies, State Troopers, Correction Officers, Dispatchers, Fire, Rescue, and Advanced Life Support personnel for their service to their communities. The Civil Air Patrol posted colors and...
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Inspiration 5K in Support of Special Olympics
On a cloudy Saturday morning, May 18, 2013, the Inspiration 5K Run/ Walk on Solomons Island took place. This event is held to benefit Special Olympics Calvert County and it brought out runners and walkers of all ages. There were 25 runners and 70 walkers. Mr. Tom the Reptile Man had his animals and...
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June is Proclaimed Great Outdoors Month
CITIZENS AND ORGANIZATIONS INVITED TO CELEBRATE MARYLAND OUTDOORS DAYS, JUNE 8-22 Governor O’Malley Proclaims June Great Outdoors Month Nationally recognized Great Outdoors Month is right around the corner and Governor Martin O’Malley’s Partnership for Children in Nature is helping citizens celebrate! The second annual Celebrate Maryland Outdoors Days encourages families to get outside and...
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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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Concert Series presents Anthony Kearns & Beatlemania
Community Concert Series presents Internationally Acclaimed Irish Tenor Anthony Kearns to perform June 15 St. Mary’s Ryken announces the inaugural season of the Community Concert Series. This summer, enjoy critically acclaimed performances at SMR’s Romuald Hall Theater. First up is a concert with Anthony Kearns of the Irish Tenors. Called the “voice of the century,” Mr....
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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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Calvert County Foster Parents of the Year
Social Services Advisory Board Honors Local Foster Family May marks National Foster Care Month. On April 20th, President Barack Obama proclaimed, as a nation, that we recognize the foster parents and professionals who work every day to lift up the hundreds of thousands of foster children in their care. As part of that commitment,...
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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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Conference on Combating Human Trafficking in Maryland
Governor O’Malley Convenes 2nd Annual Conference On Combating Human Trafficking in Maryland. More than 400 representatives of local, state and national organizations today gathered for the 2nd Annual Conference on Combating Human Trafficking in Maryland. Governor Martin O’Malley opened the conference, reviewing work already done to fight human trafficking in the state, and outlining continued...
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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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CSM Observes 54th Spring Commencement
College Awards 852 Degrees, Certificates to Largest Class Ever The College of Southern Maryland celebrated 571 candidates for 852 degrees and certificates during its 54th spring commencement ceremony held May 16 at the La Plata Campus. “Every one has a story that I can tell. Every one has their own dreams...
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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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MedStar St. Mary’s wins Workplace Excellence Awards
For the fifth consecutive year, MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital received the 2013 Workplace Excellence, the Health & Wellness Trailblazer and the EcoLeadership awards through the Alliance for Workplace Excellence (AWE). New this year, the hospital also received the inaugural 2013 Diversity Champion Award. AWE is a non-profit organization that focuses on making companies in...
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Fatal Accident in Lusby
On May 18th, 2013, at approximately 4:29 p.m., Maryland State Troopers from the Prince Frederick Barrack responded to Route 4 North at Nursery Road in Lusby for reported motor vehicle crash. The investigation revealed that a 2007 Ford F-550 truck operated by Kenneth Vance Klingensmith Jr., 48 of Pasadena, Maryland, was traveling north on...
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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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Free Concert by US Air Force Band Max Impact
Max Impact will kick off Memorial Day Weekend at the waterfront venue. Commissioned in 2005, the band’s seven members perform exciting original music — rock, country, patriotic favorites as well as classic and current pop hits. In addition to entertaining military and civilian audiences in the United States, Max Impact has thrilled troops with...
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Jeep on a Boat in Solomons Island
UPDATE 5/20/13 1:25p.m.: On May 19 at 6:51 p.m. DFC J. Bell responded to the parking lot of Bunky’s Charter Boats in Solomons Island for the report of a motor vehicle crash. Upon arrival DFC Bell determined that the driver of a 2004 Jeep SUV, a 70-year-old male from Chestertown, had put the vehicle...
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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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Charrette for Prince Frederick Town Center
The Calvert County Department of Community Planning and Building is considering updates to the Prince Frederick Town Center Master Plan and Zoning Ordinance and invites the public to participate in the planning process. A six-day public visioning and design process, or “charrette,” kicks off June 10 at 7 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church,...
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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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Calvert Pines Hosts Senior Arts Competition Awards
On Tuesday, May 14, 2013, the Calvert County Senior Arts Competition Recognition and Reception was held at Calvert Pines auditorium. Many of the artists, who participated in the competition, participate in various classes held at the three senior centers in Calvert. Before the awards ceremony, attendees were welcome to browse the center’s hallway, display...
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CCPS Sponsoring 2013 Space Institute
Charles County Public Schools is offering free courses through the 2013 Space Institute this summer to interested teachers. Participants can learn about space-related topics through exciting lessons and hands-on opportunities. Topics featured include meteorology and weather in space, space exploration, the future of space and space technologies in the classroom. The school system is...
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History Lesson: 95 Years After First Line-of-Duty Death
Lieutenant Uncovers Details, Photographs of Fallen Officer Life was different back in 1918. There were no smart phones, no V6 engines, no television – and when Patrolman Lawrence McParlin attempted to serve a witness summons on a Washington, D.C., man on May 21 that year, there were no police radios or computer databases to...
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Letter to the Editor from Robert Luckritz
On May 3, 2013, Patuxent Habitat for Humanity hosted The 5th Annual ReCycled Art Show and Benefit Auction. On behalf of the Board of Patuxent Habitat for Humanity I would like to express our sincere gratitude to the many sponsors, donors, volunteers, and, of course, bidders, who together made it possible. The Recycled Art...
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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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Calvert Library Foundation to Host Live Art Auction
Saturday, June 8, 2013, starting at 7:00pm, the Calvert Library Foundation will host a live art auction at Calvert Library Prince Frederick, for the benefit of all Calvert Library system. The gala auction will feature original, framed works of art provided by the professional New York art house of Arin Ross Auctions in partnership...
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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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DNR Secretary Honored by Maryland Sportsmen
The Maryland Legislative Sportsmen’s Foundation (MLSF) presented DNR Secretary John R. Griffin with its prestigious Sportsmen’s Best Friend of the Year Award at its 12th Annual Banquet and Auction. More than 200 people attended the event, which was held on May 15 in Annapolis. “Hunting is a time-honored tradition in Maryland, and the State’s...
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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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BOCC Supports Law Enforcement Torch Run
On Tuesday, May 14 the Charles County Commissioners showed their support for the 2013 Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Maryland being held on June 6. The County Commissioners encourage county employees to participate in the event and/or purchase and wear their t-shirts to support this worthwhile fundraiser. Torch Run shirts are $10...
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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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O’Malley Declares Emerald Ash Borer Awareness Week
Citizens Encouraged to Help Prevent the Emerald Pest from Spreading Governor Martin O’Malley has designated May 19-25 Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) Awareness Week in Maryland – a time to educate citizens about this invasive pest that has been wreaking havoc on the state’s ash trees since it was discovered in 2003. The Maryland Department...
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Hospital to Participate in Healthy Business Forum
MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital to Participate in the Healthy Business Forum On June 6, Healthiest Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic Business Group on Health will offer a forum on health reform specifically targeted for small businesses. The forum will be located at SMECO’s head quarters in Hughesville from 8 – 11:30 a.m. A broad group...
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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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National Safe Boating Week May 18th – 24th
The North American Safe Boating Campaign is spreading the message of safe and responsible boating this season. Calvert County is home to a wide variety of pleasure boats and at times our waterways are very crowded. They can become a place of chaos and confusion. Not knowing or adhering to the nautical “rules of...
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Bench Warrant Arrests & DUI Report for Leonardtown MSP
Warrant Service – On Friday, May 10, 2013, at 2:02pm, Tpr. K. Baker served an Arrest Warrant on Anthony Darnell Hodge, 23, of Lusby. The warrant was issued by the District Court of Calvert County with an original charge of Theft less than One Thousand on May 6, 2013. Mr. Hodge was located in...
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Waldorf Domestic Dispute Leads to Death
On May 16 at 11:02 p.m., officers responded to the 11800 block of Oak Manor Drive in Waldorf for the report of a dispute between neighbors. When officers arrived, they were told a man and a woman had been involved in an altercation in the parking lot of their townhouse development. Officers located the...
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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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Winter Athletic Champions Recognized
On Tuesday, May 14, the Charles County Commissioners recognized the 2012-2013 winter athletic accomplishments of Charles County Public School Schools students. 2012-2013 winter athletics accomplishments are: La Plata High School Individual Champions Wrestling – Head Coach Johnathan Pankhurst; 120 lbs., Marty Margolis Westlake High School Individual Champions 3A Indoor Track – Head Coach Bryn...
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Commissioners Recognized Potomac River Watershed Volunteers
On Tuesday, May 14 the Charles County Commissioners recognized 496 citizens who participated in the April 2013 Potomac River Watershed Cleanup. These volunteers helped ensure clean water by working to clean up the watershed for all of Charles County to enjoy. Approximately 68 tons of debris was diverted from our waterways at 18 different...
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Assistant to the Sheriff Suspended for Alleged Civil Problem
On Thursday, May 16, Charles County Sheriff, Rex Coffey suspended the police powers of Major Joseph “Buddy” Gibson. Gibson is currently serving as the Assistant Sheriff of Administration. An inquiry into the situation was made, and according to Charles County Sheriff’s Office Public Information spokesperson, Diane Richardson, “Major Gibson had his police powers suspended...
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HSMC to Participate in Blue Star Museums
HSMC is one of more than 1,800 museums across America to offer free admission to military personnel and their families this summer Historic St. Mary’s City (HMSC) has become a Blue Star Museum, offering free admission to active duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day through Labor Day 2013. This program is collaboration...
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UPDATE: Patuxent Habitat to Embark on the First Multi-Dwelling Rehabilitation Project.
UPDATE 5/17/2013: For the past two years, Patuxent Habitat for Humanity, located in Southern Maryland has been awarded through Habitat for Humanity International The Home Depot Foundation Veterans Repair Corps grant. The Repair Corps program was established by The Home Depot Foundation to provide home repairs for veterans. Some of these repairs include insulation,...
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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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Firefighters Respond to Smoke Filled Trailer in Lexington Park
On Thursday, May, 16 at 11:55 pm, firefighters from Pax River, Bay District and Valley Lee were alerted to report of a possible trailer fire, in the 21000 block of Prather Drive, in Lexington Park. Rescue personnel were advised there was an elderly resident that was unable to evacuate the trailer. Crews arrived on...
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Crime Solvers Looking for Information on Theft Suspects
On Thursday, May 9, 2013 @ 4:55 PM, two suspects entered the Dunn Clean Laundromat, in the San Souci Shopping Ctr. 22599 MacArthur Blvd. California, Maryland, stole the victim’s purse from the top of a washing machine and fled out the rear door with the victim in pursuit. The suspects fled when the victim...
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Criminal Justice Program Raises Money for Shoe Fund
The Criminal Justice program at the Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center in Leonardtown, MD recently hosted a yard sale to help raise money for the St. Mary’s County Public Schools’ Shoe Fund. Due to the hard work of the Criminal Justice students and their teacher, SGT (retired) Mickey Bailey, they were...
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Charles County Vehicle Fire under Investigation
On May 16, 2013, at 12:30 pm, a vehicle fire at 10566 Springhill Newtown in La Plata was discovered by a family member. The fire was intentionally set fire to the exterior of a 2002 Jeep. The fire had burned itself out prior to being discovered. The Charles County Sheriff’s Office assisted the Fire...
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Investigation of Vehicle Fire in Dunkirk
On May 16, 2013 at 11:32 pm, a fire in the interior of a 2002 Nissan at 3522 Yellow Bank Road in Dunkirk was discovered by a neighbor. The incendiary fire began in the interior of a 2002 4-door Nissan. Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department responded but the vehicle was destroyed by the fire. There...
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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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Tenth Annual Inspiration 5K Walk/Run on May 18th
Special Olympics Calvert County will host its tenth annual Inspiration 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, May 18th. Registration begins at 8:00 am. Runners begin at 8:30, and walkers at 9:00 am. Registration will take place in front of the Calvert Marine Museum in Solomons. You can be part of a leisurely walk, or you can...
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Students Experience Nature while Nurturing Knowledge
On Thursday, May 9, a group of inquisitive second graders from the Chesapeake Charter School ventured out of their classrooms and into a hands-on day of learning at St. Mary’s Lake State Park. Volunteers from the St. Mary’s River Watershed Association and students and faculty from the James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center...
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Three More Synthetic Drugs Temporarily Illegal
DEA Makes Three More “Fake Pot” Drugs Temporarily Illegal Today Today the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) made the synthetic cannabinoids UR-144, XLR11, and AKB48 Schedule I, illegal drugs under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) for the next two years. These cannabinoids are often seen in so-called “fake pot” products that are falsely...
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Accident in California Sends One to Hospital
On Thursday, May, 16 at 9:00 pm, fire, police and rescue crews responded to a report of an accident with injuries, along Three Notch Road and Millstone Landing Road in California. Crews arrived on the scene to discover two vehicles, that were still in the roadway. One person was transported from the scene to...
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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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Region’s Mathematics Champs Gather for Challenge
Southern Maryland’s young mathematics experts recently faced each other in competitive tests of their knowledge at the 16th annual Elementary Mathematics Challenge competition. The event was held independently at Barstow Elementary School in Calvert County, Theodore G. Davis Middle School in Charles County, and Esperanza Middle School in St. Mary’s County. The three counties’...
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2013 Patuxent River Catboat Shootout
May 25th and 26th at the Calvert Marine Museum For the fourth consecutive year, Calvert Marine Museum will host the Chesapeake Catboat Association’s Patuxent River Shootout. Catboats from around the Bay will gather in the museum’s boat basin late in the day on May 25th and all-day on the 26th. On the 26th the...
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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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Charles County Police Blotter
The following is a sample of recent events investigated by the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. For information about other events which are not included in this report, visit www.CrimeReports.com and search by county, city, zip code or street address. ATTEMPT STRONG-ARM ROBBERY: On May 16 at 9:25 a.m., a male suspect entered a drug...
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Peace Officers Honored by BOCC
The Calvert Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) at their meeting on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 proclaimed May 14, 2013 as Peace Officers Memorial Day, in honor of officers killed or disabled in the line of duty. The proclamation recognized the men and women of the Maryland State Police, Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, Maryland Natural...
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Patuxent River Wade In Returns for 26th Year
Save the river! Many years ago, past Senator Bernie Fowler began wading into the Patuxent River in an effort to address and improve the water’s declining quality. On Sunday, June 9, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum will host Bernie Fowler’s 26th annual Patuxent River Wade In at 1:00 P.M. The event is free and...
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So Md Sun & Music Festival Promotes Local Charities
Spirits in the Sky Benefit LLC, a Maryland Benefit LLC, announced the details of the 2013 “Southern Maryland Sun & Music Festival” at the Calvert County Fairgrounds in Prince Frederick, Maryland on June 15 and 16 are now complete. Advance tickets went on Sale on April 25. Discounts are available for online purchases at...
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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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Calvert County Law Enforcement & Appreciation Ceremony
On Tuesday night, May 14, 2013, the Calvert County Law Enforcement & Appreciation Ceremony was held at the Calvert Lighthouse Church in Prince Frederick. Sgt. Michael Bomgardner was the Master of Ceremonies, a job he handled very well. He started the ceremony with a Paul Harvey clip on “What is a Policeman”. Posting of...
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UPDATE: Charles County Man Receives 18 Months
UPDATE: Jason Michael Denton, 25 of White Plains was ordered to report to jail to serve an 18-month sentence for his involvement in a 2012 fatal crash in Oraville. Denton is to spend 18 months in the Leonardtown Detention Center prior to pleading guilty to the offense. St. Mary’s Circuit Court Judge Michael J....
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SMCSO Road Patrol Arrests
Trespassing Lexington Park Library On May 14, 2013, at 12:12 pm, a male juvenile was found trespassing on the grounds of the library and was arrested due to previously being served a notice not to trespass for that location. CDS Violation (Nicolet Park) On May 10, 2013 at 8:44 pm, while conducting a premise...
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ERC Awards Scholarships to Seniors in Calvert
The Calvert County Employee Recognition Committee (ERC) awarded three scholarships to students, who are children of county employees and a county employee. In March 2013, the ERC sent out notices announcing the scholarship program. The scholarships were made available to qualifying senior students and reviewed by a panel of five judges. There were 5...
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SMECO’s Linemen Test Their Job Skills
SMECO’s Linemen Test Their Job Skills in Gaff ’n’ Go Rodeo Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative’s (SMECO) linemen work long hours to keep the power flowing to more than 154,000 homes and businesses in the region. The job requires not just physical ability and technical knowledge but also attention to safety. Recently, several SMECO linemen...
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SMECO Honors Five Teachers for Excellence
Five Charles County Public Schools teachers were recently honored by the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) for their accomplishments in the area of mathematics and science. Honored as Outstanding Mathematics Teachers of the Year were: Darleane Lowe, Eva Turner Elementary School; Crystal Holm, Milton M. Somers Middle School; and Kristin Steger, Thomas Stone High...
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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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Children’s Aid, Inc is Holding First Online Auction
Children’s Aid, Inc, a non-profit organization providing assistance to Calvert County children in need, has launched its first ever online charity auction, Bids for Kids. Between May 15, 2013 and June 1, 2013, bidders can choose from a variety of different items including a John Grisham autographed novel, a private winery tour and tasting...
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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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Accident at Quality Way in California Creates Traffic Nightmare
At approximately 4:35 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15, units from Bay District and Lexington Park responded to Quality Way in California for an accident. Responders discovered a multiple vehicle crash involving a personal injury. More information to follow:
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Neal Elementary named National School of Character
Mary B. Neal Elementary School last week was named a 2013 National School of Character by the Character Education Partnership (CEP). Neal is one of 18 nationwide public elementary schools selected for the award, and is the only Maryland school selected for the designation. National Schools of Character demonstrate growth in academics, behavior and...
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Wednesday’s Pet is Bella
Wednesday’s Pet for 05/15/13 is Bella Featured Pet: Bella Rescue Group: Pets with Disabilities Breed: Hound Mix Sex: Female Size: Medium (40lbs) Vetted: Spayed and Up-to-date with routine shots Adoption Fee: $275.00 Bella is a Hound Mix that came to Pets with Disabilities after being found as a stray, with a litter of pups,...
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Motorcycle Accident in Hollywood
On Wednesday, May 15, at 2:30 pm, emergency responders were alerted to a serious accident at Brown Rd. in Hollywood. When emergency workers arrived they discovered a female victim and a motorcycle involved in a single vehicle accident. The female patient was flown to an area shock trauma center.
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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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Join Us for A River Affair
The St. Mary’s River Watershed Association (SMRWA) invites the community to celebrate the river with a delightful afternoon brunch on Sunday, June 2 from 1 to 4 p.m. Take in the lovely view of the river from the State House in Historic St. Mary’s City while enjoying exquisite treats prepared by Expressions. Hoist frothy...
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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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Local FOP Holds Annual Police Memorial Service
On Monday, May 13, 2013 the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 7 held their annual Police Memorial Service to honor all the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice, became disabled, and those who continue to serve. National Law Enforcement Week is May 12-18 this year. Police Officers, family and friends gathered at...
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SMECO First Corporate Partner for Calvert Hospice
Brenda Laughhunn, Calvert Hospice executive director, announced the first Corporate Partnership with SMECO. “We are delighted that SMECO has taken the steps to become a Corporate Partner in support of our mission, stated Laughhunn. We need strong community support like SMECO’s to fulfill our mission,” Laughhunn concluded. “The Calvert Hospice mission is one we...
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Calvert Hospice Honors James O. Parker
James O. Parker, US Navy Retired Honored by Calvert Hospice James O. Parker was recently honored as part of Calvert Hospice’s “We Honor Veterans” emphasis on area veterans. A ceremony was offered at his place of residence and was attended by several members of Mr. Parker’s family along with his Calvert Hospice team. Our...
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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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Health Department Warns of Vibrio Hazards
Our local waterways offer county residents and visitors alike great recreational opportunities and seafood delicacies. However, as the waters warm up and the dry days of summer approach, the Calvert County Health Department reminds residents to be aware of potential hazards from the common Vibrio bacteria. Find out more from the health department. Vibrio...
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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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SMADC Releases 2013 Farmers’ Market Guide
The 2013/14 edition of the Southern Maryland, So Good Farmers’ Market Guide is now available through the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC). The guide features 32 farmers’ markets in Southern Maryland, and other markets in the Washington DC Metro area and Virginia which include farm products grown and produced in the 5 counties...
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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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Lusby Man Sentenced to 6 Years for Child Pornography
LUSBY MAN SENTENCED TO 6 YEARS IN PRISON FOR POSSESSION AND DISTRIBUTION OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY Possessed 4,700 Images and 1,100 Videos of Child Pornography U.S. District Judge Roger W. Titus sentenced Shawn Fred Crawford, age 48, of Lusby, Maryland, today to six years in prison followed by 10 years of supervised release for possession...
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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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Crime Solvers Offering Cash Reward for Identity of Robbery Suspects
On May 11 at 6:19 a.m., two males entered a convenience store in the 7100 block of Indian Head Highway in Bryans Road. One suspect walked behind the counter while the other suspect stayed by the front door with his hand under his shirt implying he had a gun. The suspects took dozens of...
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