Those Who Fought to Prove Innocence Tell Students of their Experiences A video of the College of Southern Maryland lecture on the Innocence Project is available online through http://youtu.be/6pPHn5gAmN0. Sponsored by CSM’s Institutional Equity and Diversity Office, the event included presentations by Scott Hornoff, former law enforcement official who was wrongfully convicted of murder...
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Monthly Archives: January 2013
Innocence Project Presentation Available Online
CSM Cause Theater: An Empty Chair
CSM Leonardtown Campus January 31 – February 2, 8:00 pm CSM La Plata Campus February 7 – 9, 8:00 pm Social Issue: The Effect of Suicide. The setting is a counseling center for teenagers recovering from substance abuse. One of their peers, Robert, has just died of an overdose. Accident or suicide? The atmosphere is tense...
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Unleashed! The Secret Lives of White House Pets
CSM La Plata Campus February 1, 7:00 pm February 2, 2:00 & 7:00 pm Alastair, the newly elected First Daughter is thrilled about her upcoming four years in the White House, until her jittery Chihuhua Tipp convinces her that the pressure will be too much for either of them to bear. With the help of...
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Brighton Beach Memoirs
Port Tobacco Players Theater, La Plata January 25 – February 10 Friday-Saturday, 8:00 pm Sunday, 3:00 pm Part of Neil Simon’s autobiographical trilogy, Brighton Beach Memoirs provides a portrait of the writer as a young teen in 1937 living with his family in a crowded, lower middle-class Brooklyn walk-up. Eugene Jerome, a Polish-Jewish American teenager,...
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Forrest Center Hosting Annual Tech Expo
The Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center will host its thirteenth annual Forrest Center Tech Expo, Thursday, February 7, 2013, 5:30-8:00 p.m., at the school site located at 24005 Point Lookout Road, directly across from the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds in Leonardtown, Maryland.
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Accident in Waldorf Leads to Charges, Driver in Serious Condition
On Wednesday, January 30, 2013, at 10:45p.m., Maryland State Troopers responded to MD Rt. 229 at Captain Dement Road in Waldorf for a reported single motor vehicle collision. Preliminary investigation revealed the operator/single occupant of the vehicle, Eric Anthony Counts, 40 of Waldorf, was operating a 2001 black Ford Expedition bearing. The vehicle was...
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Board of Education Legislative Breakfast Rescheduled
The Board of Education of St. Mary’s County and the Southern Maryland legislative delegation will meet for breakfast on Monday, February 11, 2013, 8:00 a.m., at the Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center to discuss legislative initiatives for the upcoming legislative session. This event was rescheduled as a result of inclement weather...
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A Call for Volunteers for the Sotterley Garden Guild
The Sotterley Garden Guild is in need of volunteers! The public is invited to attend the 2013 kick-off meeting on Saturday, February 16 at 9:00 a.m. in the Sotterley Customs Warehouse. Many types of volunteers are needed to be part of this dedicated group at Sotterley Plantation. For those with a green thumb, working...
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Armed Robbery at Lusby Shell Gas Station
On January 29 at approximately 9:24 p.m. the Calvert Control Center received a 911 call from a cashier of the Lusby Shell gas station who advised he had been robbed of money at knife point. Deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene and set up a perimeter while contact was...
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St. Mary’s County Designated a Health Enterprise Zone
Lt. Gov. Anthony G. Brown announced on Thursday the designation of the State’s first Health Enterprise Zones (HEZ) in five locations including Greater Lexington Park in St. Mary’s County. Community coalitions in each area will receive a range of incentives, benefits and grant funding to address unacceptable and persistent health disparities. Championed by the...
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John Russell Willard, 22
John Russell Willard, 22, passed away Jan. 28 in Lothian. He was born June 21, 1990 in Prince Frederick to Glen Russell Willard and Bonnie Jean Mister. John was raised in Calvert County until moving to Lothian in 2004. He attended Southern High School in Harwood and was employed as a maintenance engineer at...
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Ruth E. Buck, 83
Ruth E. Buck, 83, of Prince Frederick passed away on Jan. 27 at Calvert Memorial Hospital after a short illness. Ruth was born on Feb. 5, 1929 in Dameron to the late Harry Wood and Catherine (McKay) Wood. She was one of 11 children and was preceded in death by her sisters Evelyn Norris,...
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Walter Kirk Sterling, 85
Walter Kirk Sterling, 85 of Leonardtown passed away on Jan. 30 in Cheverly. Born May 4, 1927 in Leonardtown, he was the son of the late Lynwood Joseph and Ruth Camilier Sterling. Kirk was one of seventeen children. He is survived by his wife Regina “Lay” A. Sterling whom he married on May 28,...
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Carol Jean Collins, 62
Carol Jean Collins, 62, of Charlotte Hall died Jan. 29 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown. Born Feb. 11, 1950 in Leonardtown, she was the daughter of the late Johnson William Russell and the late Mary Elizabeth Spalding Russell. Carol worked with The Department of Transportation as a secretary prior to her retirement. She...
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Wednesday’s Pet Pebbles was Adopted
Wednesday’s Pet for 01/30/13 is Pebbles Featured Pet: Pebbles Rescue Group: Humane Society of Calvert County Breed: Pit Bull/American Bull Dog Mix Sex: Female Size: Large (65lbs) Vetted: Spayed and Up-to-date with routine shots, Heartworm negative and microchipped Adoption Fee: $200.00 Pebbles is a playful and energetic 2 year old mix. She is not...
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Ambulance Involved in an Motor Vehicle Accident in California
On Thursday, January, 31 at , 6:10 am, police, fire and rescue crews responded to a report of a motor vehicle involving an ambulance at Route 235 and Patuxent Beach Road in California. Crews arrived on scene to discover a two vehicle accident involving ambulance 388 from Lexington Park. The ambulance was responding to...
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Arts Alliance Presents Artists in New Exhibit
Spring Dell Center, Inc. is dedicated to assisting individuals with disabilities in achieving their highest level of independence by providing support and opportunities for the quality of life they desire within their community. Spring Dell Training Specialist Susan Burek said, “What an exciting opportunity this has been for individuals here at the center to...
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Mid-Atlantic Small Flock Poultry Expo Coming
The University of Maryland Extension will host the Mid-Atlantic Small Flock Poultry Expo on Saturday, February 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the University of Maryland Extension Carroll County Office & Carroll County Agriculture Center, 700 Agriculture Center Drive, Westminster, Maryland, 21157. During the expo, the Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) Animal...
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Marjorie Alice Richards, 91
Marjorie Alice Richards, 91, of Brandywine passed away on Jan. 29 at Southern Maryland Hospital Center in Clinton, MD. She was born on Feb. 8, 1922 in Upper Marlboro, MD to the late Elizabeth Virginia (Boswell) Kidwell and the late Benjamin Howard Kidwell. She was a member of the Moose Lodge and various Senior...
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Do You Know SMILE?
On Sunday afternoon, January 27, SMILE held its annual meeting, showcasing how well the past year had provided for the community. For those who don’t know, SMILE stands for Service Makes Individual Living Exciting. The organization feeds, clothes, and provides emergency assistance to citizens of Calvert County. The SMILE organization is made up of...
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Teen Job Fair Offers Options for Summer, Seasonal Employment
Calvert County teenagers hoping to secure a summer job are invited to the Teen Job Fair Wednesday, Feb. 6, 1-4 p.m. at the Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett Ave., Chesapeake Beach. Teens are encouraged to come prepared for on-the-spot interviews, ready to fill out applications and dressed for success. For more information, call...
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Talons Win the Tournament Champion Award and the Excellence Award
College of Southern Maryland collegiate robotics team, the Talons, won the Tournament Champion Award and the Excellence Award at Purdue University’s robotics competition Jan. 26 in West Lafayette, Ind. “This was the most challenging competition yet as they were up against some big universities—Purdue University and University of Illinois, Urbana, as well as Marion...
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CCPS Second Quarter Report Cards
Due to weather-related closings and delays from last week, Calvert County Public Schools’ 2nd quarter report cards will be distributed on Thursday, January 31, 2013.
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North Beach Congratulates Graduates
The College of Southern Maryland recently held its 2013 Winter Commencement ceremony. The Town of North Beach would like to recognize the graduates that reside in our town: * Michael T. Foley * Jenna W. Fowler * Kiara Marie Greenwell * Jennifer L. Huseman * Melissa A. Kellermann * Crystal J. Redding Congratulations and...
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Comptroller Warns Taxpayers of New Estate Tax Scheme
Fraudulent Notices Aimed at Collecting Money from Estate Representatives Comptroller Peter Franchot warned Marylanders today of an emerging scam involving fraudulent notices to estate tax filers from a company alleging to be a collections firm working for the agency. The letters, from a business claiming to be based in Annapolis named IRFS, are being...
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Murder/Suicide being Investigated in Charles County
On January 29 at 8:21 pm, officers responded to a house in the 3100 block of Heartleaf Lane in Waldorf for the report of a possible shooting. The caller, who lives elsewhere, said she received information from a relative who indicated she had just shot her husband. When officers arrived, they made entry into...
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Nina Bowen Davis, 89
Nina Bowen Davis, 89, of Street passed away Jan. 28 in White Hall. Nina was born in Wallville to the late J. Lloyd and H. Elizabeth Bowen, Sr. Besides her parents, Nina is predeceased by her husband, Clarence E. Davis and siblings, J. Lloyd Bowen, Jr., Ida Lois Humphreys and Celeste B. Billingsley. She...
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James “Jimmy” Franklin Lang, 55
James “Jimmy” Franklin Lang, 55, of Lexington Park, MD, formerly from Ridge, MD, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Jan. 28 in Laurel. Born on Oct. 28, 1957 in Leonardtown, he was the son of the late Joseph A. Lang, Sr. and Eunice L. Ridgell Lang. Jimmy is survived by his siblings;...
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Robert Richard “Bobby/Hawk” Hawkins, 79
Robert Richard “Bobby/Hawk” Hawkins, 79, of Mechanicsville, formerly of Crofton passed peacefully on Jan. 26 at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. He was born on July 12, 1933 in Mt. Jackson, VA to the late Robert Johnson Hawkins and the late Nora Ellen (Clem) Hawkins. Bobby was drafted into the Military with the...
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United Way Home Gets a Facelift
United Way of Calvert County’s box-framed mid-20th century house got a fresh new look in 2013, with the help of partner agency, Christmas in April of Calvert County. Located in the heart of Prince Frederick at 530 Main Street, the United Way of Calvert County (UWCC) lends its conference space and kitchen out to...
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Flash Flood Watch for Most of State
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for much of the State this afternoon and evening. Storms moving in from the west may be capable of producing one to two inches of rain per hour. The ground is saturated from recent winter weather, which may produce localized flooding on roadways. High...
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Acton Lane Sewer Rehab Meeting Rescheduled for Jan. 31
The Acton Lane Sewer Emergency Rehab public information meeting is rescheduled for Thursday, Jan. 31 at Thomas Stone High School (3785 Leonardtown Road, Waldorf). Registration will begin at 6 p.m. A brief presentation will begin at 6:30 p.m. Exhibits will be available for review before and after the presentation. County staff will be available...
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End Hunger Partners with Applebee’s for Restaurant Week
End Hunger In Calvert County partners with Applebee’s Prince Frederick for Restaurant Week. Restaurant is offering free dessert shooter for each $10 donation. Applebee’s Prince Frederick has joined forces with End Hunger In Calvert County during this year’s Restaurant Week. To support the organization, Applebee’s will give away one free dessert shooter for every $10.00...
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What Are the Gaps in Your Health Care
“What Are the Gaps in Your Health Care?” discussion will be held at the Great Hall in Lusby (next to SMILE) January 30, 2013. Each session begins at 7 pm. For more information, call 410-326-4948 or visit www.middlehamandstpeters.org. These sessions will give the community an opportunity to explore the deeper issues of health care....
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Celebrate Black History Month with Calvert Library!
Celebrate Black History Month with Calvert Library! Whether you are a history-maker or a youngun’, Calvert Library is offering you multiple ways to celebrate and to learn something new. For the small ones, there will be a make-and-take craft offered at each library location the entire month of February. For children in kindergarten through...
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Swim Make-ups Finally Set!!
The Tri-meet with Calvert and Great Mills has finally been re-scheduled!!! It will take place on Saturday, February 2nd at 6 pm in the Calvert HAC. Also, we honor our Senior swimmers and their parents this Wednesday evening as we host McDonough. Senior Night recognition will begin at 4:40.
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Spring Adult Softball League Registration Announced
The Charles County Department of Public Works will hold registration for the upcoming spring adult softball league from Monday, Feb. 25, through Friday, March 15. League play will start the week of April 21 at Laurel Springs Park and White Plains Park. Teams may register at the Department of Public Works (1001 Radio Station...
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Betty Ann Homan, 85
Betty Ann Homan, 85, of Lexington Park, formerly from Lincoln, NE passed away on Jan. 29 in Callaway. Born on Feb. 15, 1927 in Atlanta, GA. she was the daughter of the late Earl and Christine McGehee. Betty was married to the late Bertie Glee Homan, who she married in Lincoln, NE and who...
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David Dale Haines, 90
David Dale Haines, 90, formerly of Silver Spring, MD, died peacefully on Sunday, January 27, 2013 at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 3, 1922 in Pittsburgh, PA and was the son of the late Argosa May (Smith) Haines and the late Fred Edwin Haines. Dave was...
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Maryland Flag to Fly Half Staff Immediately
This is to advise you that Governor Martin O’Malley has ordered the Maryland State Flag flown at half-staff immediately. This is in memory of Delegate Hattie Harrison, who died yesterday. Delegate Harrison represented District 45 in Baltimore City since 1973. She was the longest serving member of the House of Delegates. The flag shall...
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Single Vehicle Accident in St. James
On Friday, January, 25 at 9:30p.m., police and rescue crews responded to report of an accident with injuries, along Route 235 and King James Road. in St. James. Crews arrived on scene to discover a Hyundai Elantra overturned with the patient trapped. One person transported from the scene to St. Mary’s Hospital with non-life...
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Forrest Center Hosting SkillsUSA Regional Competition
The Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center is hosting the Maryland SkillsUSA Southern Regional Competition on Saturday, February 2, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the school. Contests open to the public at 9:00 a.m. and the awards assembly starts at 2:00 p.m. The public is invited and encouraged to...
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“Women Softball Players Wanted for 2013 Season!
“Women Softball Players Wanted for 2013 Season! St. Mary’s County Women’s Slow Pitch Softball League is looking for players. If interested please contact Dana Stauffer at tidbit_03@hotmail.com”
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MSP 17th Annual “Polar Bear Plunge” Supports Special Olympics
On Saturday, January 26, Sandy Point State Park in Annapolis hosted the 17th Annual Maryland State Police Polar Bear Plunge. Thousands of people from around the area to braved the frigid waters for a good cause. Each participant solicited pledges from friends, family and associates to raise awareness and help support Special Olympics across Maryland. Preceding Saturday’s...
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Three Month’s to Pass a Budget
To give Congress time to pass a budget, the House of Representatives will vote this week on a temporary three-month debt limit increase. But if the House or Senate fails to pass a budget in that time, Members of Congress will not be paid. Here are some facts to remember: • “The principle is...
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Library Makes Meeting Rooms Available to Community
Most everyone knows that Calvert Library Prince Frederick and Fairview Branch have meeting rooms where library events, workshops and classes take place. Not everyone knows that those rooms are available for community groups and nonprofits to reserve for free when the library is not using them. When the new location for Southern Branch opens,...
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Forrest “Sandy ” York, 66
Forrest “Sandy ” York, 66, of Hollywood died Jan. 26 at the Hospice House of St. Mary’s, Callaway, MD. Sandy was born April 12, 1946, in Berea, OH, to the late Janet (Bailey) York and Forrest York, Sr. Sandy moved to St. Mary’s County in 1977 and married his wife of 33 years, Kathy...
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John “Randy” Martin, 65
John “Randy” Martin, 65, of Lexington Park died Jan. 25 at Washington Hospital Center in Washington D.C. Born March 8, 1947 in Greensboro, NC, he was the son of the late William Thomas Martin and Edna Faye Tolley Martin. Randy earned a Bachelor of Science and Master’s Degree in Mathematics from the University of...
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John Edward “Stump” Trossbach, 83
John Edward “Stump” Trossbach, 83 of Browns Mills, NJ passed away on Jan. 25 at home with his family by his side. Born Dec. 18, 1929 in Dameron he was the son of the late Louis Tippett Trossbach and Caroline (Norris) Trossbach. John was a native of Dameron. He was drafted into the U.S....
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Judith Ann Wilson, 67
Judith Ann Wilson, 67, of Brandywine, MD, died Jan. 25 at Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Clinton, MD. Born Feb. 22, 1945 in Washington, D.C. she was the daughter of Robert Milton Grimes, Sr. and Doris Elizabeth Jameson Grimes. Judith worked as a Legal Secretary for Robert H. Moreland, Attorney. Judith loved crabbing and hunting...
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Commissioners’ Public Forum Coming to Charlotte Hall
Meeting to be held February 5 The Board of County Commissioners for St. Mary’s County is taking its next public forum on the road. The forum will take place on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at 6:30 p.m., at the Northern Senior Activity Center. The center is located at 29655 Charlotte Hall Road in Charlotte...
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Model United Nations Conference at LHS
On Saturday, January 12, 2013, over 190 Global Diplomacy high school students participated in the Model United Nations conference at Leonardtown High School under the guidance of teachers Mr. Michael Denny, Mr. Bruce Henderson, Mr. Scott Russell, and Mr. Max Donohu. Mr. Donohu is a student-teacher at St. Mary’s College of Maryland. This conference...
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Calvert County Police Blotter
During the week of January 21 through January 27 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,320 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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Presentation of Sheriff’s FY- 2014 Draft Budget Proposal
Presentation of Sheriff’s FY- 2014 Draft Budget Proposal to Citizen’s Advisory Board St. Mary’s County Sheriff, Timothy K. Cameron, along with his Sheriff’s Office Division Commanders will present the Sheriff’s Office FY-2014 Draft Budget Proposal to the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Citizen’s Advisory Board on Wednesday, January 30, 2013. The presentation will be...
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UPDATE: Fire Destroys Home Daycare in St. Leonard
UPDATE: The fire at 3715 St. Leonard Road, St. Leonard was accidental and was attributed to a fire in the chimney, extending to the attic’s structural components. The house was completely destroyed by the fire. The fire was spotted by a passerby and caused an estimated $200,000 to the dwelling and $80,000 to the contents....
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SMCPS Participated at the ITSEC Conference
ST. MARY’S COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ STUDENTS, TEACHERS, AND ADMINISTRATORS SELECTED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE INTERSERVICE/INDUSTRY TRAINING, SIMULATION AND EDUCATION CONFERENCE St. Mary’s County Public Schools is pleased to announce that Nicholas Oliver and Nancy Bolton, students at Great Mills High School, were selected to present their project, Riskonomy, as part of the Future Leaders...
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Lusby Man Pleads Guilty To Child Pornography
Shawn Fred Crawford, age 47, of Lusby, Maryland, pleaded guilty today to possession and distribution of child pornography. The guilty plea was announced by United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Rod J. Rosenstein and Special Agent in Charge Stephen E. Vogt of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. According to the plea agreement,...
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No Budget, No Pay Act
House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) delivered the following remarks at a press conference with Republican leaders today after the House passed the No Budget, No Pay Act (H.R. 325): “With the passage of this bill today, it’s pretty clear that we’re sending a message to the Democrat-controlled Senate that it’s time to do your...
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Out and About in Calvert during February
Feb. 1 – First FREE Friday at Calvert Marine Museum with entertainment by The Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition and the Calvert County Watermen exhibit, 5 to 8 p.m. Performance at 6:30 p.m. www.calvertmarinemuseum.com 410-326-2042 Feb. 2 – Groove Span Duo, Jennifer Cooper and Carl Reichelt, perform jazz favorites at Back Creek Bistro in Solomons. 6:30-9:30...
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Sharron Connie Bond, 57
Sharron Connie Bond, 57 of California, Maryland died on Jan. 23 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital. She passed away with her son by her side. Sharron was born Dec. 20, 1955 in Leonardtown. She was the daughter of Carolyn Briscoe and the late Maurice Hanson and also the step-daughter of the late Robert Vincent...
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David “Dave” Lee Wong, 66
David “Dave” Lee Wong, 66, of Mechanicsville formerly from Brandywine passed away on Jan. 24 in Leonardtown. Born on Jan. 1, 1947 in Washington, DC., he was the son of the late David Lee and Margaret Padgett Thorn Wong. Dave was the loving husband of Delores A. Wong whom he married in Suitland. David...
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James Otis Pennington, 77
James Otis Pennington, 77 of White Plains died on Jan. 26 in LaPlata. He was born on March 9, 1935 in Graham, N.C. to the late John O. Pennington and Maggie Pennington. He was in the Navy during the Korean and cold wars. He was a High Voltage Electrician at the Navel Ordinance Station in...
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Frederick Appointed Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners
The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners announced today that Maureen Frederick has been appointed clerk to the Board of County Commissioners. Frederick replaces Corinne Cook, who served in the position for seven years. Ms. Frederick’s primary responsibility is to coordinate the commissioners’ agenda, acting as liaison with county department heads and outside agencies...
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Andrew Bean Shorter, 83
Andrew Bean Shorter, 83 of Towson died Jan. 26 at Perring Parkway Center in Baltimore. Born Jan. 10, 1930 in Tall Timbers, he was the son of the late Albert Lee Shorter and Fannie Margaret Hammett Shorter. Andrew was born and raised in St. Mary’s County, before moving to Baltimore in 1953. On Oct....
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No Swim Meet Tonight, 1/28/13
Due to conflict with the National Honor Society Inductions in Calvert County, the Swim Meet at Lackey that was re- scheduled for tonight will take place at a later date.
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Leonard Alexander Jameson, Jr., 69
Leonard Alexander Jameson, Jr., 69, of Byrdstown, TN passed away peacefully at his home on Jan. 25. Born March 1, 1943 in Washington, D.C., he was the son of Leonard Alexander Jameson, Sr. and Elizabeth McDermott Jameson Litz. Linny worked as a Computer Systems Analyst for the State Department. In 1996, he retired &...
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Henrietta Margaret Campbell, 94
Henrietta Margaret Campbell, 94 of Waldorf died on Jan. 24. She was born on November 11, 1918 in Issue. She worked at the Prince George Hospital as a secretary and was also a den mother for the cub scouts. She loved crabs and other seafood and enjoyed fishing, crabbing, sewing, knitting and crotchet. She...
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SMCPS Legislative Breakfast
Due to the weather and a two hour delay for school, the Legislative Breakfast scheduled for this morning at 8 a.m. at the Forrest Center has been cancelled and will be rescheduled for a later date.
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Charles County Jan. 28 Operating Status Updates
Charles County Jan. 28 Operating Status Updates Due to inclement weather, Charles County Government offices will be opening two hours late today, Monday, Jan. 28. Essential personnel and employees required to maintain operations during inclement weather are to report to work as scheduled. The following facilities and programs will be operating on a two-hour...
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NAS Pax River Status
NAS Patuxent River is open on a 2-hour delayed arrival schedule. Critical employees must report to work as scheduled.
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Charles County Government & Schools Opening Two Hours Late
Due to inclement weather, Charles County Government offices will open two hours late today, Monday, Jan. 28. Essential personnel and employees required to maintain operations during inclement weather are to report to work as scheduled. Severe weather notices are posted online at www.CharlesCountyMD.gov, on CCGTV which broadcasts on Verizon channel 10 and Comcast channel...
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Calvert County Schools Status
Calvert County Public Schools Opening 2 Hours Late (Code 1 for 12-Month Employees) School opening will be delayed 2 hours due to inclement weather. No AM Pre-Kindergarten. The workday for 10 and 11-month employees will begin 30 minutes before the scheduled student starting time. 12-month personnel report up to 1 hour late (Code 1)....
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ST. Mary’s County Weather Status
St. Mary’s County Government Status – January 28 With winter weather arriving into St. Mary’s County late county government is making a few adjustments. St. Mary’s County Government is open and will operate under normal status for today for all employees. All St. Mary’s County Public Schools will open two hours late with a...
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Senator John Thune in Weekly Address
The last time Senate Democrats passed a budget, in April 2009, “the iPad didn’t even exist,” says Senator John Thune (R-SD) in the Weekly Republican Address. In those four years, the national debt has ballooned to more than $16 trillion – and “every man, woman, and child owes a $53,000 share of this debt,”...
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Charles County Crime Report
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. DETECTIVES IDENTIFY ROBBERY SUSPECTS: Charles County Sheriff’s detectives assigned to the Criminal Investigations Division arrested...
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North Point Varsity Cheerleading Schedule Changes
With the school closing last week we have to make some minor schedule adjustments due to changes in the game schedule. MONDAY: All teams will cheer at their assigned games. RED please arrive ready to learn your dance at 3:15 until the start of your game. GOLD will practice until 8. They will be...
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BECA Announces 7th Annual Scholarship Fair January 28th
The 2013 St. Mary’s County Common Scholarship Application is available for download at smcbeca.org . The deadline for submission is Friday, March 15, 2013. BECA hosts the 7th Annual Scholarship Fair on Monday, January 28, 2013, 4-7 pm, at the Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center. Come and meet the scholarship providers...
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Agreement to Purchase Homegrown Clean Energy
Innovative agricultural waste to energy program will save Marylanders up to $80 million in avoided energy costs while improving the health of the Chesapeake Bay Governor Martin O’Malley today announced the State of Maryland, in partnership with the University System of Maryland, will enter into a power purchase agreement with Green Planet Power Solutions...
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CSM Goes ‘Red’ with American Heart Association
Calvert County CSM Celebrates National Wear Red: ’30-Minute Express’ Workout. 12 – 12:30 p.m., Feb 7, College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Fitness Center, Room 125, 115 J.W. Williams Road, Prince Frederick. CSM will offer a 30-minute express workout. Wear red and show your support for the fight against heart disease in women....
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O’Malley Appoints Swain to House of Delegates
Governor Martin O’Malley issued the following statement on his decision to appoint Darren Swain to the Maryland House of Delegates: “After careful consideration of a number of very impressive, qualified, and talented candidates, I am pleased to appoint Darren Swain to represent District 24 in the House of Delegates. “With experience as a former...
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Comptroller Celebrates “National EITC Day”
Tax Credit Returns Millions of Dollars to Hardworking Families Each Year- As the tax season begins, Comptroller Peter Franchot today celebrated the 7th Annual National Earned Income Tax Credit Day by reiterating his goal of raising awareness of what he calls “the most effective anti-poverty tool” available to taxpayers. He marked the occasion earlier...
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Last Day to Register for Health Forum for Women
Special Community Forum – Health Issues for Calvert Women and Girls There are still seats available for the January 30 Commission for Women special forum on Health Issues for Calvert Women and Girls! All are welcome. You just need to reserve a seat so we can be sure to have enough room. There is...
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New Regulations for Pest Detection Dogs & Handlers
New Regulations Require Pest Detection Dogs, Handlers to be Trained & Certified Public Comments Accepted Through Feb. 25 The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) has proposed new regulations that require pest control companies using dogs to detect the presence of pests, including bed bugs, to be appropriately trained and certified. Public comments on the...
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Hoyer Statement on Lifting Ban on Women in Combat
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after Defense Secretary Leon Panetta announced the military will be lifting its ban on women serving in combat roles: “I’m pleased by Secretary Panetta’s announcement, in conjunction with the Joint Chiefs’ decision, that women will be allowed to serve in combat roles....
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Calvert County Public Schools Reschedules Budget Hearing
The Calvert County Public Schools hearing on the proposed fiscal year 2014 budget has been rescheduled for Thursday, February 7 at 7:00 p.m. at Calvert High School. The hearing was rescheduled because of inclement weather. Immediately following the Superintendent’s budget presentation, members of the public may comment orally at the public hearing. In addition,...
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MDA Proposes New Lawn Fertilizer Regulations
30-Day Public Comment Period Open through February 25 The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) has announced that new regulations for lawn fertilizer applications along with proposed changes to Maryland’s non-agricultural commercial fertilizer application requirements were published in today’s Maryland Register. MDA will offer a 30-day public comment period ending February 25. “Lawn fertilizer accounts...
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St. Mary’s County Debuts New Service Area Map
The St. Mary’s County Departments of Public Works & Transportation and Emergency Services and Technology have developed a new interactive Geographic Information System (GIS) application to provide extended communication during winter weather events. When severe weather occurs in St. Mary’s County, a computerized system will track the progress of snow removal operations as crews...
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Something to Come Check Out in North Beach
Stop by Artworks at 7th during the month of February for our “Pots, Paints, and Print” show. The show will run from February 1 through 28. This is an exhibition of raku pots by Ray Bogle and paintings by Carol Wade. Beautiful, elegant raku pots combined with paintings of natural elements and landscapes complement...
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DNR’s TREE-MENDOUS Taking Orders for Spring 2013
Schools, churches, organizations and businesses looking to green their community this spring are encouraged to check out the recently released TREE-MENDOUS 2013 order form, which features high-quality, native trees and shrubs available at discounted prices for plantings on public lands. “Increasing the tree canopy in public, urban areas not only revitalizes the look and...
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Calvert School Activities Saturday & Sunday
Weekend activities and events for January 26 and 27, 2013 will proceed as originally scheduled. The S.A.T. at Calvert High School on Saturday morning will be held as planned
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Funding Available for Nitrogen Removing Septic Systems
The St. Mary’s County Health Department’s Division of Environmental Health has announced that grant funding is still available through the Bay Restoration Fund (BRF) to assist property owners with installation costs for Nitrogen Reduction Advanced Treatment Units (ATU). The grant cycle will expire June 30, 2013 which allows residents time to apply for installation...
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Accident in Mechanicsville Shuts Down Northbound Rt 5 for Hours
On Friday, January 25, 2013 at 1352 hours, Troopers from the Leonardtown Barrack responded to the area of northbound Maryland Rt. 5 south of New Market Road, Mechanicsville for a reported serious motor vehicle collision. Preliminary investigation revealed a Nissan Sentra and a Chevrolet Cruze were both traveling northbound on Maryland Rt. 5 south...
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Scheduled Road Work to Close Lockes Crossing Road
The St. Mary’s County Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) will perform construction work and replace a major culvert on Lockes Crossing Road, approximately half a mile southwest of the intersection with Old Village Road. Work is scheduled to begin Saturday, January 26, 2013 and continue through Sunday, January 27, 2013, between 7:00...
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Winsor Salon Featured at Calvert Libraries
Calvert Library has been featuring local artists at the main location in Prince Frederick as well as at Twin Beaches branch. Prince Frederick hosts artists for two months at a time and will be hosting The Winsor Salon for February and March. The salon is a group of eight artists that have been painting...
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Inclement Weather Schedule for Saturday, January 26
All Charles County Public Schools activities scheduled to begin before 10 a.m, Saturday, January 26 are canceled. The canceled activities include the administration of the SAT at Westlake High School, the winter chess tournament at Thomas Stone High School and several JROTC drill competitions, which were occurring outside of Charles County. Regular activities, including...
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St. Mary’s Recreation and Parks Operations Update
With the threat of winter weather looming the St. Mary’s County Department of Recreation and Parks is instituting some changes to its schedule. All afternoon and evening Recreation Leisure and Sports programs are cancelled for the remainder of the day. Also all Recreation and Parks facilities, Great Mills Swimming Pool, and gymnastics center will...
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The Time Traveler’s Wife at Calvert Library
On Wednesday, February 6, 2013, join Calvert Library Prince Frederick as we present a romantic drama based on Audrey Niffenegger’s novel The Time Traveler’s Wife. It is the story of a Chicago librarian who suffers from a rare genetic disorder that causes him to time travel involuntarily. Despite this complication, he tries to build...
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Swim Meet Postponed at Calvert
The North Point Swim Meet scheduled for Friday, January 25, at the Calvert Pool has been rescheduled. It will now take place at Lackey vs. Calvert and Great Mills on Monday, January 28 at 4:30. The bus will leave at 3:15.
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Charles County Operating Status Updates
Due to inclement weather, changes to normal operating schedules for today, Friday, Jan. 25 are: The Charles County Commissioners have approved liberal leave for today starting at 1 p.m. for county employees. Department of Community Services programs and services schedules are as follows: After-school programs will remain open for three hours after the school’s...
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Sharon Connie Bond
Sharon Connie Bond, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 23. Visitation will be at 9 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 30 at St. Mark’s UAME Church, 45685 Happyland Road, Valley Lee, MD. Interment will follow at St. Mark’s Church Cemetery.
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Alan Eugene Harrison, 58
Alan Eugene Harrison, 58, of Hollywood, MD passed away on Jan. 23 at the Hospice House of St. Mary’s. Born Sept. 12, 1954 in Baltimore, he was the son of Betty Rose (Arnold) Harrison and the late James Vernon Harrison. Alan loved spending time with his family and friends, landscaping around the house, listening...
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North Point Wrestling Schedule Changes
New Wrestling Schedule for Sat. 1/26 Date Posted: Friday Jan 25, 2013 Due to the county not allowing us to compete until after 12:00 PM on Saturday, Jan. 26 the North Point at McDonough match has been moved to LACKEY HIGH SCHOOL at 1:00 PM on Saturday, Jan. 26. Reason being is that...
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St. Mary’s County Employees Allowed Liberal Leave
With inclement weather in the forecast St. Mary’s County Government has approved liberal leave for county employees beginning at 1:00 p.m. this afternoon. Essential county employees are expected to report to work or to complete their shift As scheduled. St. Mary’s County Government continues to monitor the storm and will provide weather updates when...
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SHA Cautions Drivers to Plan Ahead For This Afternoon’s Commute
Snow/Rain Mix Possible Bringing Slick Conditions Statewide The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) is reminding motorists to prepare now for a possible afternoon clipper-snow storm during this afternoon/evening commute. The latest forecast models are suggesting that the afternoon commute may be affected by a fast moving storm that could produce several inches of snow....
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Charles County Approves Liberal Leave Policy
Due to the inclement weather forecast, the Charles County Commissioners have approved liberal leave for today, Friday, January 25, starting at 1 p.m. for county employees. Personnel performing essential services are expected to report to work and/or continue their normal shift as scheduled
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Calvert County Schools to Close Early
Calvert County Public Schools has been in close contact with the National Weather Service, as well as other local weather sites. Due to the uncertainty of the pending weather event for this afternoon/evening, schools will be closing two hours early today, January 25, 2013 and all after-school and evening activities are cancelled. Afternoon Prekindergarten...
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Charles County Schools to Close Early
Due to inclement weather reports and conditions, all Charles County public schools will dismiss two-hours early today, Friday, January 25, 2013. All afternoon and evening activities are also canceled for today.
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Talk Baseball with Commissioner Robinson at Regency
Baseball season is right around the corner. Chat about the Blue Crabs, Southern Maryland’s home team, with Charles County Commissioner Ken Robinson (District 1) and Blue Crabs General Manager Patrick Day at the Legends Club in Regency Furniture Stadium on Saturday, Feb. 9, at 11 a.m. All Charles County topics will be open for...
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Traffic Stop Leads to Recovery of a Stolen Hand Gun
On Wednesday, January 23 at 8:58, Trooper First Class McCombs stopped a 2003 Honda Accord for a traffic violation. The driver was identified as David Lee Miller, 36 of Upper Marlboro. While speaking with the driver, several indicators of criminal activity were observed which lead to a K-9 Scan on the vehicle. A positive...
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High Speed Chases Leads to Numerous Charges
During the time frame of September 2012 through December 2012 there were numerous occurrences of thefts from motor vehicles in the Chesapeake Beach and North Beach area of Calvert County. On November 5, 2012 a suspicious vehicle was observed by a homeowner in the area of Chesapeake Village in Chesapeake Beach. The homeowner called 911 and...
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Robert D. Stethem Educational Center Open House
The Robert D. Stethem Educational Center is hosting a Career and Technology Education (CTE) open house on Thursday, Jan. 31 at 6:30 p.m. Programs available include heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC), automotive technician, horticultural services, interactive media production and pharmacy technician. Current sophomores are eligible to apply for CTE programs to start in...
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St. Mary’s County Operating Status
The National Weather Service in Baltimore MD/Washington DC has issued a winter weather advisory for snow…which is in effect from 2 pm this afternoon to 9 pm this evening. Accumulations of between one and three inches or greater are expected across Southern Maryland. The snow is expected to begin during the mid-afternoon and taper off during...
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Warming Centers Available to the Public
The Charles County Commissioners would like announce that the public buildings listed below are designated as warming centers. During regular business hours, these locations are available to residents seeking warmth during the cold weather forecast for Thursday, Jan. 24 through Sunday, Jan. 27: Capital Clubhouse 3033 Waldorf Market Place, Waldorf Thursday/Friday: OPEN 8 a.m....
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Celebrating Southern Maryland Catholic Schools Week
Dozens of events have been planned by schools throughout the Archdiocese of Washington to celebrate Catholic Schools Week, January 27 – February 2, 2013. This annual celebration highlights the contributions of Catholic schools through Masses, open houses and activities for students, families, parishioners and the community at large. The Archdiocese of Washington is home...
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Frederick Charles Lewis, Jr., 78
On Tuesday, Jan. 22 at his home in Lusby from complications of Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s. Beloved husband of Rita Lewis, loving father of Cindy (and Steve) Bladey, Vallie (and Paul) Cusick, Zenia (and Ed) Wallish, and Laura May Lewis. He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren Anna, Clara, and Sam Bladey; Gloria...
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BOE & CEA Reach Tentative Agreement
The Calvert County Board of Education and Calvert Education Association reached a tentative agreement on a new three-year teacher contract. Under the tentative agreement reached on January 24, teachers would be repositioned on a new salary scale, would receive a one-step increase, and would receive a one percent cost of living adjustment. Teachers at...
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Drug Indictments for St. Mary’s County
Crystal Lynn Magtutu, 25 of Port Republic was indicted by vice narcotics detectives and subsequently arrested for two counts of committing “Prescription Fraud-Illegally Obtaining Oxycodone”. Derek Andrew Mullins, 21 of St. Inigoes was indicted and arrested for “Possession of Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute”. Inquiries should be directed to Captain Daniel D. Alioto,...
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SMC Afternoon Winter Weather Update
As of 3:15 this afternoon most county departments are fully operational. However, there are a few changes regarding operations for this evening and tomorrow (Friday, January 25). The St. Mary’s County Department of Aging and Human Services has canceled all home delivered meals for tomorrow. All Senior Activity Centers are scheduled to reopen tomorrow...
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Last Call to Submit Artworks
The Charles County Arts Alliance, in partnership with the Charles County Public Library, presents its second exhibit of local artists for the new gallery in Waldorf West Library in St. Charles. The exhibit will be held from February 9 – June 30, 2013. Visual artists throughout Charles County are invited to submit artworks for...
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North Point Schedule Changes
The basketball games scheduled for Thursday against LaPlata have been postponed due to the cancellation of school. The games will now be played on Monday, Jan. 28 with the girls teams playing at LaPlata, and the boys teams playing at North Point. Updated Basketball Schedule - Monday, Jan. 28 LaPlata Boys – HOME Girls...
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How to Choose a Competent Tax Return Preparer
by Robert Askey, CPA Now that we’ve entered the New Year it is the time that our thoughts begin to turn to filing our 2012 income tax returns. Should I prepare it myself? Or should I pay someone else to prepare it for me? Self-preparation is an alternative for those who are numbers and...
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Steven Andrew “Steve” Beatty, Sr., 52
Steven Andrew “Steve” Beatty, Sr., 52, of Huntingtown passed away Jan. 20 at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. He was born August 24, 1960 in Washington, D.C. to Carl and Mary Beatty. Steve was raised in District Heights and attended Suitland High School and Riverdale Baptist School. He married Rosemary Evelyn Partonen on...
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Historic Preservation Meeting Canceled
Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Canceled The January 24, 2013 meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for 4:00 p.m. has been canceled due to weather conditions.
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Norman Anthony Ogiliv Hamilton, 66
Norman Anthony Ogiliv Hamilton, 66, of Lexington Park passed away on Sunday, Jan. 20. Family and friends will unite on Saturday, Jan. 26 at 11 a.m. until time of service at 12 noon at the Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home Chapel, 38576 Brett Way, Mechanicsville, Maryland 20659. Interment private.
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Patricia Ann Suit, 63
Patricia Ann Suit, 63, of California died on Jan. 22 at MedStar Georgetown Hospital after a 23 year battle with breast cancer. She passed from this life surrounded by her loving husband and brothers and sisters. Patricia retired as principal of St. John’s Parochial School in Hollywood in 2011. Born May 16, 1949 in...
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Sheriff’s Salute to Dr. Autumn Terry of All Kinds Veterinary Clinic
On January 15th Calvert County Sheriff Mike Evans presented a Sheriff’s Salute to Dr. Autumn Terry of All Kinds Veterinary Clinic located in Callaway for the service she provided in reference to a search and seizure warrant. On August 8th of last year the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Unit executed a search...
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CMH Opens New Patient Access Service Center
Starting Jan. 29, with just one call to Calvert Memorial Hospital’s new Patient Access Service Center centralized scheduling service, residents will be able to schedule multiple visits, learn what their insurance covers and get instructions about their diagnostic test or procedure. At the same time, patients will be able to find out what, if...
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Acton Lane Emergency Sewer Rehab Meeting Rescheduled
Charles County Department of Planning and Growth Management would like to notify residents that the “Acton Lane Sewer Emergency Rehab” public information meeting scheduled for tonight, Jan. 24 at Thomas Stone High School at 6:30 p.m. has been canceled. This meeting will be rescheduled for a future date.
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Calvert After School Activities
As a reminder to Calvert County Public Schools Staff and Parents, When schools are closed for inclement weather, all afternoon and evening activities are canceled.
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MetCom Meeting Changed
The January 24, 2013 regular meeting of the St. Mary’s County Metropolitan Commission has been canceled due to weather conditions. The meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday, January 31 2013, beginning at 3:00 PM at the Metropolitan Commission Offices at 23121 Camden Way, California, MD 20619.
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Updated St. Mary’s County Library Status
The St. Mary’s County Library is now reporting that the three libraries will open at 2 p.m. Any additional changes to this will be communicated when it is announced by the library system.
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UPDATE: Owings Accident Turns Fatal
UPDATE 1/24/2013: On January 22 at approximately 11:16 p.m. members of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Team responded to Lower Marlboro Road and Academy Drive in Owings for the report of a vehicle crash with an ejection. Upon their arrival, they located a 2000 Ford Ranger pick-up truck in the yard of...
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Charles County Libraries Delayed Opening
Charles County Library Opens at Noon Today, January 24, all branches of the Charles County Public Library will be opening at noon due to inclement weather.
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Starting Times Delayed for Nanjemoy & Indian Head VanGO Routes
The Charles County Department of Community Services would like to inform citizens that the Nanjemoy and Indian Head routes are starting service two hours late today, Jan. 24, due to hazardous road conditions in those areas. All other VanGO service is starting on time today. For current information on VanGO service and schedules, visit...
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St. Mary’s County Winter Weather Status Update
Today’s snowfall has blanketed the county with up to three inches of snow. This has resulted in a number of changes and cancellations. St. Mary’s County Government will be open. Liberal leave is in effect for employees. All St. Mary’s County Public Schools are closed. Code 2 is in effect for employees. Southern Maryland...
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UPDATE: Child Killed in Charles County Crash
UPDATE 1/23/2013: On January 18, 2013, the facts of the case were presented to the Grand Jury for Charles County, Maryland by Crash Team investigators. After a review of the facts, the Grand Jury indicted Jackson Tutt with 2 counts of Negligent Manslaughter and 2 counts of Criminal Manslaughter for the deaths of Marquetta...
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UPDATE: Target Burglar Sentenced to Four Months
UPDATE 1/23/13: Michael Jahrome Powell Jr. was sentenced to one year in jail, and suspended to 120 days. Powell was given credit for the 72 days he has spent in jail since being arrested on October 31. The judge also ordered that Powell pay $1,127 in restitution. Powell will be on supervised probation until March 2015....
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Domestic Violence Coordinators Assigned at All State Police Barracks
To better support victims of domestic violence, the Maryland State Police is assigning domestic violence investigation coordinators at each installation throughout the state. Maryland State Police Superintendent Colonel Marcus L. Brown has directed each of the 22 barrack commanders to assign a specially trained criminal supervisor to be a domestic violence investigation coordinator. The...
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Indian Head Student Heads to Super Bowl
Hunter Paulin, a fourth grader at Indian Head Elementary School, was recently selected as the 2013 nationwide winner of the NFL PLAY 60 Super Bowl Contest. As the overall contest winner, Paulin will travel to New Orleans next month to attend Super Bowl XLVII and has the opportunity to hand off the game ball...
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Larry Simns Named Admiral of the Chesapeake Bay
Maryland Watermen’s Association founder celebrates 40 years of service Governor Martin O’Malley has designated Larry Simns Admiral of the Chesapeake for his work as the chief advocate for Maryland’s watermen and their communities, and for his role in promoting changes to better ensure the sustainability of commercial fishing in the State. Maryland Department of...
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Man Saved in Near-Drowning at Great Mills Pool
At 5:40 pm, on Monday January 21, an alert went out for a possible drowning at the Great Mills Swimming Pool, located at 21100 Great Mills Road. Off duty Sheriff’s Deputies were the first to arrive on the scene, followed by two volunteer firefighters, who came from their nearby residence. The first responders arrived to...
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Charles Haywood Roberts, Sr., 82
Charles Haywood Roberts, Sr., 82 of Lusby passed away on Jan. 21 at his residence. He was born on April 3, 1930 in Charlottesville, VA to the late Walter Roberts and Maggie Shifflett Roberts. Haywood married his beloved wife Delmae Frances Roberts on Dec. 23, 1950 in Prince Frederick. They just celebrated their sixty...
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Beatrice Lorraine Butler, 85
Beatrice Lorraine Butler, 85, of Waldorf, Maryland, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 21, 2013. Visitation will be held on Sunday, Jan. 27 from 3 until 5 p.m. at Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home Chapel, 2294 Old Washington Road, Waldorf, Maryland 20601. And on Monday, Jan. 28 from 10 a.m. until time...
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Elizabeth “Bessie” Louise Proffitt, 79
Elizabeth “Bessie” Louise Proffitt, 79 passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, with family by her side, on Jan. 16 in Cape Coral, FL. Elizabeth, “Bessie”, as she was known fondly by so many, was a long time resident of Beltsville, MD and North Charleston, SC before moving to FL in 2009. Born on Dec....
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Matthew Louis Suite, Jr., 63
Matthew Louis Suite Jr., 63, of Mechanicsville passed away peacefully at his home on Jan. 22 surrounded by family. Born in Washington, DC on Mar. 17, 1949, graduated from Crossland High School in 1967 and served in the U.S. Navy Air Reserve for six years. Matt owned and operated Waldorf and Charles County Computers...
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James “Turk” Franklin Russell, Jr. 57
James “Turk” Franklin Russell, Jr. 57, of Mechanicsville passed away in Washington, DC on Jan. 21. Born July 5, 1955 in Washington, DC, he was the son of James Franklin Russell, Sr. and the late Margaret Lucille Russell. Turk was a self-employed tow truck driver for JR’s Recovery Service until 1997. He was an...
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False Report Leads to Arrest
Vice/Narcotics detectives were contacted by Dale Eugene Dean, 42 of Callaway who wanted to report drug activity. Dean gave names, dates, details and photographs related to the drug dealing he was reporting. Detectives continued the investigation and determined the evidence provided by Dean was fabricated. Further, through the investigation it was found that the...
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Charles County Girl Scouts Earn Badges
On Tuesday, Jan. 22 during their public forum, the Charles County Commissioners helped the members of seven local Girl Scout troops earn an “Inside Government” badge. To earn their badge, these Girl Scouts were challenged to think about government issues that matter to them and to become active citizens in their governments. “It is...
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Wednesday’s Pet Jasper, was Adopted
Wednesday’s Pet for 01/13/13 is Jasper Featured Pet: Jasper Rescue Group: Doodle Dawgs and Fabulous Felines Breed: Miniature Pincher/Chihuahua Mix Sex: Male Size: Small (10 lbs) Vetted: Spayed and Up-to-date with routine shots Adoption Fee: $285.00 (See Procedures on Rescue’s site) http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/doodledawgs.html Jasper is a beautiful 2-year-old Miniature Pincher/Chihuahua mix; he is a great...
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Man Tries to Drive Away After Rolling Over Truck
On Saturday, January 19, at 3:25 am, an off duty Calvert County Deputy was stopped on Route 4 and Route 235, when he witnessed a pickup truck run the red light at the intersection. The deputy proceeded to make a traffic stop on the vehicle and noticed a large amount of damage to the...
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Traffic Stop Leads to Multiple Charges
On Wednesday, January 23, at 12:20a.m., Maryland State Troopers from the La Plata Barrack stopped a 2010 White Dodge Charger for multiple traffic violations. Upon making contact with the driver, who was identified as Keith Desverne Ford, 21 of Upper Marlboro the Troopers detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage on the drivers breath and...
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CSM Celebrates 14th Winter Commencement Ceremony
Marks 20,000 CSM Graduates The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) recognized 632 candidates for degrees and certificates during its 14th Winter Commencement held Jan. 18 at the La Plata Campus. “ is a diverse group—diverse in their backgrounds, in their goals and where they are in their...
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St. Mary’s County Offers Automatic Weather Notices
To better serve our community and provide the most current and reliable weather information, St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services and Technology has created an application which automatically receives and distributes notices for Watches, Warnings and Advisories as issued from the National Weather Service (NWS). Citizens can sign-up to receive these notices by...
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Hoyer Statement on Anniversary of Roe v. Wade
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on the 40th anniversary of Roe v. Wade: “I join in marking the 40th anniversary today of the landmark Supreme Court ruling in Roe v. Wade, which affirmed every woman’s basic right to individual privacy and reproductive health choices. As Congress continues...
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Trailer Fire in Hollywood Ruled Accidental
On January 22, at 8:59 am, Firefighters from Hollywood, Bay District, Leonardtown and Mechanicsville responded to a fire in a single family trailer at 43190 Coles Drive in Hollywood. The fire was discovered by the tenant. The fire started as a result of an electrical problem in the crawl space of the home. The...
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Maryland Offshore Wind Energy Act of 2013
Governor Martin O’Malley introduced the Maryland Offshore Wind Energy Act of 2013. Identical in all substantive respects to the bill that overwhelmingly passed the House of Delegates last year, this measure will operate within Maryland’s existing Renewable Portfolio Standard to create a framework that will support a major offshore wind project. Based on a...
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Check Out January & February Activities in Calvert
Jan. 23 – Calvert Library Winter Interlude Series presents the Kappa Paul Band for some toe-tapping, soul-warming music at the Prince Frederick Branch, 7 pm. FREE Jan. 24 – Valentine Open Mic Night at Calvert Library, Prince Frederick Branch, 7 pm. Share your love/hate poetry, stories, music and improv. Register for 10 minute slot...
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Health Department Plans an Additional Flu Clinic
The Calvert County Health Department is offering an additional influenza vaccination clinic this month. WHERE: Calvert County Health Department 975 Solomons Island Road Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678 (2nd Floor of the Health Department) WHEN: Wednesday, January 23th, 2013 from 8am to 7pm COST: $20.00 per vaccine (cash or check only) Medicare Part B accepted...
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Calvert Library’s “Wednesday’s Winter Interludes”
Free Concerts at Calvert Library start Wednesday-Winter Interludes It is going to be very cold this week, but Calvert Library Prince Frederick is promising to warm things up for you. Last year, because there were so many other spring and summer concert opportunities, they converted their May Tuesday Tunes to Wednesday Winter Interludes. It...
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Great Mills Woman Arrested for Arson
Deputy State Fire Marshal’s arrested Mary Ellen Mattingly, 61 of Great Mills for intentionally setting fire to her one story, single family home located at 21724 Garfield Street on the afternoon of November 25, 2012. Investigators determined Mattingly ignited her bedroom on fire after pouring a combustible liquid in the room. The 4:29 p.m....
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Phenomenal Purple Passion Plunge Pep-Party Planned
To celebrate the amazing Baltimore Ravens, a founding sports partner of the Maryland State Police Polar Bear Plunge, this Saturday’s 17th annual Plunge is being turned into the world’s largest and most unique Purple Passion Pep-Party that will include plunging Ravens cheerleaders and band members, as well as lots of spirit as we raise...
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Continuing the “Big Conversation” on Health Care
There are four Wednesday evening sessions scheduled at the Great Hall in Lusby. These sessions will give the community an opportunity to explore the deeper issues of health care. • January 23 – Issues of Health Care Specific to Our More Rural Environment • January 30 – What Are the Gaps in Your Health...
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Calvert County Police Blotter
During the week of January 14 through January 20 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,342 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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Calvert County Young Marines to Hold Open House
The Calvert County Young Marines will be holding an Open House for any potential recruits and their parents on at the American Legion in Chesapeake Beach Saturday February 23rd from 1100-1200. All who are interested in joining the program are encouraged to attend this open house. The Young Marines is a youth education and...
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Virgina Marie Lacey, 83
Virgina Marie Lacey, 83 of Compton died Jan. 19 at the Hospice House of St. Mary’s. Born Dec. 26, 1929 in Washington, DC, she was the daughter of the late Thomas B. Kenney and Betsy E. (Dingee) Kenney. Marie loved spending time with her family, friends, and her dog Foxy. She enjoyed having cookouts,...
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Paint the Mall Red on February 16
“GO RED FOR WOMEN” HEART WALK & RED PUMP RACE AT ST. CHARLES TOWN CENTER Community invited to support heart health at local mall Paint the mall red in honor of American Heart Month! St. Charles Town Center invites the community to join the ‘Go Red for Women’ Heart Walk & Red Pump Race...
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Naval Air Station Traffic Alert
NAS Pax River New Gate Manning on January 22nd Due to a developing administrative demand on our security forces, on Tuesday, Jan. 22, NAS Patuxent River will implement reduced gate manning similar to that which was implemented through the recent holiday season. We recommend all personnel adjust their arrival routines accordingly. Staggered arrivals have...
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Night-Time Testing Noise Advisory NAS Pax River
Communities surrounding the naval air station are advised that noise-generating night-time testing events are scheduled to take place Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2013, until Friday, Jan. 25, 2013. Test events are scheduled from 4:30-9:30 p.m. Pilots at PAX will be testing and training for realistic night flight scenarios. These events will include, night precision runway...
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Hoyer’s Statement on Second Inauguration
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after the swearing in of President Barack Obama for his second term: “Today, as President Barack Obama took his second oath of office to ‘preserve, protect, and defend’ our Constitution, we reflect on the challenges our nation has faced over the past...
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Polar Bear Plunge for Special Olympics This Weekend
The 17th annual MSP Polar Bear Plunge will bring together thousands of chill-seekers from all over to “bear” the wintry waters of the Chesapeake Bay. The adrenaline junkies and warm-hearted souls alike need not only the courage, but also the funds, in order to be a part of this exhilarating experience. This special breed...
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Save the Date for Annual Auction
Little Flower School Annual Benefit Auction – Saturday Night Fever! Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 5 pm. Buffet Style Dinner Catered by Rita B. Auctioneer- Mr. Dan Raley. Music by Bobby Rowand of FI Sound Productions. Live & Silent Auctions, Games & Raffles. A drawing for a gorgeous 2 carat oval tanzanite ring set...
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SHA Hosts Meeting on MD 5-MD 925 Intersection
Public Encouraged to Attend & Learn about Upcoming Improvements In Designated Growth and Business Area What: SHA will host an informational meeting on the proposed improvements at the MD 5 Business (Leonardtown Road) at MD 925 (Old Washington Road) intersection in Waldorf, Charles County. Area residents, business owners, and highway users are encouraged to...
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Edith Meredith Bagot, 94
Edith Meredith Bagot, 94, of Owings passed away Jan. 18 at her residence. She was born August 2, 1918 at home in Washington, D.C., the eldest of 5 children. Edith and her parents were soon joined by, Walker Clopton, Andrew Tyler, June Price, and Robert Harris. Edith moved to Hyattsville as a small child...
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John Patrick Kennedy, 50
John Patrick Kennedy, 50, of Callaway, MD died Jan. 8 at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. Born Oct. 20, 1961 in Washington DC, he was the son of John Thomas Kennedy and the late Patricia Eloise (Geary) Kennedy. John graduated from Paint Branch High School. He was employed by Harry Lundenburg School as...
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Lorena Mary Hauser, 101
Lorena Mary Hauser, 101, of Charlotte Hall, MD, a former Philadelphia radio singer in the 1930s, died Jan. 18 at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. Lorena, who was also a dancer, spent much of her life as a homemaker who enjoyed taking care of her family and assisted her husband in his Bladensburg, MD service...
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Larry William Call, 75
In loving memory of Larry William Call, 75, of La Plata, Maryland, passed away in Waldorf, Maryland at Hospice House of Charles County, Jan. 17 after an extended illness. He was born on Dec. 31, 1937 in Hammondsville, Ohio to the late Lawrence Call and Ruth (Van Dyke) Call. He served in the United...
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SHA Reminds Travelers to “Take it Easy in Ice & Snow”
Snow/Rain Mix Possibly Bringing Slick Conditions The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) is reminding motorists to “Take it Slow on Ice and Snow” and drive safely this afternoon as forecasts predict a mix of rain and snow that will affect parts of Central and Western Maryland. Along with traffic management for the Presidential Inauguration,...
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Dine Out in Calvert County During Restaurant Week
Calvert County’s eclectic restaurants will showcase their creative cuisine and offer delicious deals during the first-ever Calvert County Restaurant Week Feb. 1-10. Coordinated by the Calvert County Department of Economic Development, Calvert County Restaurant Week will feature restaurants that draw on the region’s bounty to offer unique dining experiences. Whether your favorite fare is...
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January is National Mentoring Month
During the Calvert Board of County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, Roseanna Vogt, Commissioner with the Maryland Commission for Women, told the BOCC that “we know mentoring works. We have been doing this since 2005.” Mentoring can have a significant impact on Calvert’s youth and the community as a whole. The theme for 2013 is...
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William Victor Adams, Jr., LCDR USN (Ret.), 81
William Victor Adams, Jr., LCDR USN (Ret.), 81 of St. Mary’s City died Jan. 19 at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C after a long battle with lymphoma. Born August 4, 1931 in Queens, NY, he was the son of the late William Victor Adams, Sr. and Mignon (Phillips) Adams. In 1948, William graduated...
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Touch of Class Award Award Recognizes Equine Excellence
Kristen Wilson of Eldersburg (Carroll County) and her multi-national champion 4-year-old Tennessee Walking Horse mare, The Midnight Ride, were presented with the Maryland Horse Industry Board’s January Touch of Class Award at the Horse World Expo in Timonium today. Wilson exhibited The Midnight Ride in the Main Ring and received the award during special...
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Celebrating Seuss at Calvert Library
Do you eat spam from a can? Have you ever eaten green eggs with a slice of ham? Well if you have, this is the place for you to celebrate with a smile, for it is Theodor Seuss Geisel‘s Birthday!! Register your early rhymers K- 5 graders at Calvert Library in Prince Frederick, Saturday,...
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CSM Presents Musical Stories and Oyster Wars
CSM Presents: The Musical Stories of Journeys. 7 p.m., Feb. 8, College of Southern Maryland, Leonardtown Campus, Building A, Auditorium, 22950 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown. Dr. David Hildebrand offers audience members a mixture of mostly live musical selections, plus some recorded, accompanied by appropriate images as they take in the ballads and songs that tell...
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Speaker Boehner on Cutting Spending and Budget
To give Congress time to pass a budget, the House of Representatives will vote this week on a temporary three-month debt limit increase. But if the House or Senate fails to pass a budget in that time, Members of Congress will not be paid. Here are some facts to remember: • “The principle is...
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John Hopkins University CTY Testing Comes To SMCPS
On Saturday, February 16, 2013, the Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth (CTY) will offer special testing in St. Mary’s County to interested students from St. Mary’s County schools. This testing will be available to all 2nd-8th grade students who have enrolled in the 2013 CTY Talent Search by January 21, 2013. (Enroll...
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Motorcycle Emergency Incident Management Training
On Sunday February 17, from 9 am to 5 pm, (doors open at 8:30 am), Southern MD CPR & First Aid Training will be hosting a Motorcycle Incident Management/Safety class which will include CPR, AED & First Aid Training. It will be held at the Mechanicsville Volunteer Rescue Squad at 28120 Old Flora Corner...
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Partners For Success Event
Everything You Need to Know About Transitioning Out of High School (but didn’t know to ask) The St. Mary’s County Public Schools’ Partners for Success Resource Center for Families and Schools will present a workshop geared toward parents of students who will be exiting high school with a Maryland Certificate of Course Completion. The workshop,...
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Superintendent Richmond Presents 2014 Budget to the Board
Superintendent James E. Richmond presented a $339.6 million budget proposal to the Board of Education last week, stressing the need for increases in salaries, safety and security upgrades and staffing for St. Charles High School. The Superintendent’s fiscal year (FY) 2014 proposal reflects an increase in funding of $23.9 million or 7.6 percent over...
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Dr. Guillermo R. Zambrano, 68
Dr. Guillermo R. Zambrano, age 68 of Prince Frederick, MD passed away January 18, 2013. Beloved husband of Janet Zambrano and loving father of Daniel, David and Zack Zambrano. Family invite friends to call at the Lee Funeral Home Calvert, P.A. on Wednesday, January 23, 2013 from 6 p.m. until time of Memorial Services...
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Save the Date: Ninth Annual Southern Maryland M L K Prayer Breakfast
Save the Date for the Ninth Annual Southern Maryland Martin Luther King, Jr. Prayer Breakfast, sponsored by St. Mary’s College of Maryland and the St. Mary’s County Human Relations Commission. Guest speakers to be announced. The breakfast will be held on Monday, January 21, 2013. Breakfast ($8.75 at the door) begins at 6:00 a.m....
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Appraiser Fair – January 26 at St. Clement’s
The St. Clement’s Island Museum will offer expert appraisers to share their knowledge and offer value to your treasured heirlooms, yard sale finds, or curiosities. Bring your paintings, music boxes, small antiques, ceramics, pottery, jewelry and/or gemstones, and U.S. coins to the Appraiser Fair on Saturday, January 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m....
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Calvert County Health Department Plans an Additional Flu Clinic
The Calvert County Health Department is offering an additional influenza vaccination clinic this month. WHERE: Calvert County Health Department 975 Solomons Island Road Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678 (2nd Floor of the Health Department) WHEN: Wednesday, January 23th, 2013 from 8am to 7pm COST: $20.00 per vaccine (cash or check only) Medicare Part B accepted...
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Winter fun at Annmarie and Call for Entries
Michael W. Twitty, well-known food historian, will present a mouth watering talk and demonstration of Chesapeake Bay Foodways, from an African American Perspective, at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (Annmarie Garden) on Saturday, February 9, 1:00 – 3:00 pm. Admission is $5.00 per person, no reservations are required. For additional information please visit...
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SHA Will Activate Emergency Operations Center on 21st
Inauguration Attendees Should Plan Ahead and Take Transit Delays Expected in Region for Presidential Inauguration on January 21 As part of its regional partnership with neighboring Departments of Transportation, the Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) will activate its Emergency Operations Center (EOC) on Monday, January 21 to oversee traffic operations related to Inauguration Day....
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St. Mary’s College Reaffirms Partnership with SMCPS
Michael Martirano, Superintendent of St. Mary’s County Public Schools, met with Joseph R. Urgo, President of St. Mary’s College, and several of the college’s faculty, staff and administration. The meeting, held on the campus of St. Mary’s College, was called to reaffirm the partnership between the college and the St. Mary’s County Public School...
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O’Donnell & Haddaway-Riccio on O’Malley/Brown Budget
House Minority Leader Anthony O’Donnell and Minority Whip Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio on January 16th released the following statement regarding the O’Malley/Brown Budget Proposal for FY 2014: “The O’Malley/Brown budget released today is not that different from those we’ve seen over the last several years. They are touting billions in spending cuts when in reality, spending...
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Calvert Library Offers Improved eBook Service
Did you get a new tablet for Christmas or perhaps an ereader? Perhaps you already know that Calvert Library has ebooks you can check out to your device but have you tried it recently? OverDrive, the online digital elibrary, has a great new look and functionality! A recent upgrade to OverDrive has made the...
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O’Malley on Passing of Former Orioles Manager
Governor Martin O’Malley today released the following statement on the passing of former Baltimore Orioles manager Earl Weaver: “I am saddened to learn of the passing of Earl Weaver, a beloved Baltimore legend, a pioneer, and one of the greatest baseball managers of our time. “As manager, many will remember Earl for ushering in...
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Fun Things to Do in February at Calvert Marine Museum
Friday, February 1 First Free Friday Museum is open free from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Come and meet the Calvert County Watermen who will be sharing their experiences in the maritime gallery from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. The Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition will be playing in the auditorium starting at 6:30. There will...
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Thomas Stone Teacher Named State Service-Learning Fellow
Paul Alvarez, a social studies teacher at Thomas Stone High School, was recently named a 2013 Maryland Service-Learning Fellow by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). He is one of five fellows that were selected statewide and the only teacher in Charles County to receive the honor. Service-Learning Fellows are selected for recognition...
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