Lamont Anthony Campbell, 52, of Temple Hills, has been charged with theft of property valued between $100 and $1,500 after authorities say he failed to pay for several items at a Sam’s Club in Waldorf on June 7, 2026. The charge is a misdemeanor. According to charging documents, an officer with the Charles County Sheriff’s Office responded at about 1:05 p.m. to the Sam’s Club on Crain Highway in Waldorf for a report of a shoplifter in custody. Store...
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Jaia Sorrell Hardaway, 20, of Waldorf, has been charged with first-degree assault after an argument that began with a driving dispute escalated outside a Chick-fil-A on Crain Highway in Waldorf on June 5, 2026. According to allegations filed in the case, a Charles County Sheriff’s Office officer responded at about 10:46 a.m. to the restaurant for a report of property destruction in the parking lot. The adult male victim told police he had been driving on Smallwood Drive toward...
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is searching for James Edward Harding Sr., age 83, who is missing from the Ellenwood Park area in La Plata, MD. Mr. Harding has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. He was last seen early this morning around 3:30 a.m. leaving his home. Mr. Harding, a retired police officer, is 5’9”, about 165 lbs., with gray hair and a gray beard. He was wearing a gray checkered jacket, white undershirt, dark blue jeans, navy boat...
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On Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at approximately 6:15 a.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Route 234 in the area of Allen’s Fresh, for the reported vehicle in the water. The 911 caller, a firefighter, reported a Jeep was off the roadway and in the water with the vehicle appearing to be unoccupied. Crews arrived on the scene and were able to quickly confirm the vehicle was unoccupied. Police responded to the scene and...
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UPDATE 6/11/2026: “The Officers and Members of the Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department ask our community to keep Member Jordan Haines and his family in their thoughts and prayers following a serious accident that occurred while he was at work. Jordan sustained severe injuries and faces a long and challenging road to recovery. While the days ahead will not be easy, those who know Jordan understand his determination, strength, and resilience. We have no doubt that he will...
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Today, June 10, 2026, 4 members of our Department, alongside members of the Charles County Volunteer Rescue Squad and employees from Charles County Department of Emergency Services, were recognized by Mr. Billy Maddox for a CPR life save that occurred back in August 2025. Crews responded to Mr. Maddox’s residence for a medical emergency and arrived to find him in cardiac arrest. Through the quick actions, teamwork, and dedication of everyone involved, crews worked tirelessly for several minutes to...
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On Friday, June 5, 2026, firefighters from Solomons responded to the 13600 block of Dowell Road in Solomons, for an automated 911 call for a fire alarm sounding in the residence. Initial dispatch information indicated that smoke alarms were sounding inside a single-family residence while the caller was away from the home. Units from Solomons arrived to find a single-family dwelling with nothing evident from the exterior. After further investigation, crews found smoke conditions inside the residence and began...
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On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 8:35 a.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services from Calvert and Anne Arundel Counties were dispatched to the 500 block of Small Reward Road in Huntingtown, for the reported possible structure fire. While responding, dispatchers upgraded the assignment to a working fire dispatch after multiple 911 callers reported the house was on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find fire showing from the first and second floor of 3090 Mayberry Avenue, and...
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Jimmy Darrell Broyles-Kennedy, 55, of Waldorf, has been charged with impersonation of a police officer after Maryland State Police said he used emergency lights and a siren while driving a personal Chevrolet Tahoe in Charles County. The charge carries a possible penalty of up to two years in jail and/or a $2,000 fine. The incident happened on June 5, 2026, at about 7:19 a.m., as a Maryland State Police trooper was responding to a motor vehicle crash near Route...
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UPDATE 6/8/2026: Charging Documents Added: Judge James Tanavage released Deshawn Anthony Carey on his own recognizance. Deshawn Anthony Carey, 18, of Lexington Park, has been charged with theft of $25,000 to under $100,000, theft of $1,500 to under $25,000, motor vehicle unlawful taking, four counts of theft of $100 to under $1,500, two counts of theft less than $100, stealing another person’s credit card, and malicious destruction of property valued at $1,000 or more after authorities say a stolen...
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The U.S. Navy Blue Angels and a full lineup of military and civilian aviation performers are scheduled to take to the skies during the 2026 Pax River Air Show, set for Saturday, June 20, and Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. The free, public event will feature the Blue Angels, the F-16 Viper Demo Team, Larry Kelley’s B-25 “Panchito,” Greg Colyer’s Ace Maker, RJ Gritter, Mike Goulian, and the Scott Yoak and Jim Tobul “Class...
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On Sunday, June 7, 2026, at approximately 5:35 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to Three Notch Road and Town Creek Drive in California, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle. Crews arrived on the scene to find a single motorcyclist laying in the roadway after striking a SUV from behind. Firefighters found the operator going in and out of consciousness and requested a helicopter to land nearby. Maryland State Police Aviation Command launched Trooper...
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On Friday, June 5, 2026, at approximately 12:26 a.m., firefighters from Mechanicsville and Charles County responded to the area of 37440 Lockes Crossing Road in Mechanicsville, for the reported commercial vehicle on fire. Multiple 911 callers reported a propane truck was on fire with multiple explosions. Additional callers reported the operator was out of the vehicle. Crews arrived on the scene to confirm a pickup truck fully engulfed in flames with three propane/acetylene tanks in the bed of the...
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On Friday, June 5, 2026, at approximately 4:20 a.m., firefighters from Waldorf and surrounding departments from Charles and Prince George’s County responded to the 5700 block of Yellowtail Court in Waldorf, for the reported house on fire with possible entrapment. Dispatchers advised they were receiving multiple calls reporting the entire house was on fire with occupants possibly trapped. Crews arrived on the scene within minutes of dispatch to confirm fire showing from all sides of the two-story residence and...
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UPDATE: Maryland State Police Aviation Command Trooper 2 landed nearby and transported a 38-year-old female to the MedStar Washington Hospital Center, and a 6-year-old male to the Children’s National Hospital. The collision investigation and report was handled by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office. The roadway was closed for over 40 minutes while First Responders operated on the scene. Updates will be provided if they are released by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office. On Thursday, June 4, 2026,...
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July brings a full month of family-friendly programs, summer camps, live entertainment, and Chesapeake Bay adventures to the Calvert Marine Museum. Highlights include the annual Sharkfest! celebration on July 11, a special 4th of July Fireworks Cruise aboard the Wm. B. Tennison, Family Fun Friday programs throughout the month, and a live performance by country...
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The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will perform routine maintenance on the MD 231(Hallowing Point Road) bridge over the Patuxent River at the Calvert/Charles County line on Sunday, June 14, 2026. Maintenance crews will clean the bridge deck (riding surface) between 6 a.m. and 2 p.m., weather permitting. One lane of the...
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Hospice of the Chesapeake’s annual Fashion for a Cause event drew a sold-out crowd ready to celebrate community, style and families who depend on the nonprofit’s services. When the night was over, more than $300,000 had been raised for community health programs. The event, held June 4 at the Fluegel Alumni Center, Annapolis, Maryland,...
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Maryland’s sports wagering market generated $9,899,004 in contributions to the state during May 2026. Through the first 11 months of Fiscal Year 2026 (July 2025 through May 2026), sports wagering has returned a total of $124,695,286 to the state Sports bettors in Maryland wagered $535,415,353 during May and won back $469,641,733 in prizes. Sportsbook...
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Maryland State Police assigned to the Highway Gun Crimes Initiative charged a Prince George’s County man in connection with an alleged road rage shooting that occurred in Anne Arundel County on Wednesday morning, June 10th, 2026. The accused is identified as Darius Bryant, 21, of Prince George’s County. Bryant is arrested and charged with...
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Chesapeake Life Center, the organization behind wellness programs like Hope After Hours and All-Ages Grief Karaoke, is introducing another creative approach to wellness and healing. “Paws, Poses and Peace” combines the healing benefits of gentle yoga with the comforting presence of certified therapy dogs. Two summer evening sessions will be offered from 6:30 to...
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Historic Sotterley will host a special presentation on Thursday, June 25, 2026, honoring both America’s and Maryland’s 250th year of independence. The program will feature historian and author Dave Brown, who will discuss the life and legacy of George Plater III, one of Maryland’s influential early leaders. Plater’s political and civic contributions helped shape...
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On Thursday, June 11, 2026, school administrators at Milton Somers Middle School received a report that a student, age 12, was in possession of a knife. The student displayed the knife while on the school bus; no threats were made. An administrative search resulted in the knife being located in the student’s bookbag. In...
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Shyann A. Haley, 34, of Leonardtown, has been charged with failure to obey a reasonable and lawful order, disorderly conduct, indecent exposure, and trespassing on private property after deputies said she refused to leave a Lexington Park business and caused a disturbance on June 3, 2026. According to court filings, a deputy with the...
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Jamanti Malik Battles, 30, of Waldorf, has been charged with theft less than $100, possession of a controlled dangerous substance that was not cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia, second-degree assault and trespassing on private property after an alleged dispute at a Waldorf residence on June 6, 2026. According to allegations filed in the case,...
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Ayana Cheyenne Galloway, 19, of Waldorf, has been charged with theft less than $100 after an alleged shoplifting incident at the Target on Western Parkway in Waldorf on June 6, 2026. According to allegations filed in District Court, officers with the Charles County Sheriff’s Office were called to the store at about 3:52 p.m....
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Mark Anthony Morgan, 38, of Mechanicsville, has been charged with second-degree burglary, fourth-degree burglary related to burglary tools, possession of a controlled dangerous substance other than cannabis, and malicious destruction of property valued under $1,000 after an alleged garage break-in in Waldorf on June 5, 2026. According to allegations filed in the case, officers...
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Day two of Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) graduation week dawned with the Chargers of Henry E. Lackey High School celebrating the Class of 2026. The 232 graduates of Lackey’s Class of 2026 were led by valedictorian Brylee Boyden and Savannah Murphy, the salutatorian. Cheryl K. Davis, principal of Lackey, spoke to the class...
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The National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington has continued a Heat Advisory for portions of Maryland, Washington, D.C., and northern Virginia until 8 p.m. Thursday, June 11, 2026. Forecasters say heat index values could reach up to 105 degrees in areas near and east of the Interstate 95 corridor, including Charles, St. Mary’s and Calvert counties,...
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The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office reported that deputies responded to 1,530 calls for service during the week of June 1 through June 7, 2026. According to the agency’s weekly Crime and Safety Report, deputies made 47 adult arrests, including 10 on-view arrests, 26 warrant arrests, and 11 criminal summonses. Deputies also conducted 334...
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The Maryland Department of Health announced today that Clover Hill Dairy (Mechanicsville, MD) has issued a voluntary recall of its requesón/soft ricotta products due to possible Listeria monocytogenes (L. monocytogenes) contamination. Clover Hill Dairy products are sold directly from their retail market, at farmers markets, and through third party distributors, including in New York...
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A La Plata man used his employee number when he played Pick 5, making three $1 bets on the combination, which is how he usually plays. All three Pick 5 tickets were straight bets, so when his numbers came up in the evening drawing on June 5, he got a $150,000 payday. Speaking June...
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