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Waldorf Man Charged After Police Say He Shot Himself in Groin With Illegal Handgun

Erick Nicohlas Gage, 26, of Waldorf, is facing multiple firearm and ammunition charges after investigators say he illegally possessed a handgun and later admitted the weapon discharged while inside his clothing during a New Year’s Day incident. According to court documents filed in the District Court for Charles County, Gage is charged with illegal possession of a regulated firearm, wearing and carrying a handgun on his person, carrying a loaded handgun on his person, and two counts of illegal...
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Woman Transported to Trauma Center After Stabbing in Waldorf, Police Make Quick Arrest

On Friday, March 6, 2026, at approximately 2:40 a.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the Hampton Inn Waldorf, for the reported stabbing. Crews arrived on the scene to find a 48-year-old female suffering from a serious laceration to the thigh, and applied two tourniquets to the victim. EMS transported the victim to the University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center. Deputies from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene and began searching the area...
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Lexington Park Man Charged After Allegedly Exposing Himself to Cleaning Crew in His Home

Matthew John Julian, 49, of Lexington Park, is facing three charges of indecent exposure after investigators say he exposed himself and masturbated in front of three women hired to clean his home in February 2026, according to court documents. The charges stem from an incident reported on February 16, 2026, at his home in Lexington Park. A deputy with the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the agency’s District Station 3 in California after receiving a report of...
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One Flown to Trauma Center After Rollover Collision in Chaptico

On Thursday, March 5, 2026, at approximately 3:03 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Manor Road and Knotts Farm Lane in Chaptico, for the serious motor vehicle collision. Crews arrived on the scene to find a single vehicle overturned with citizens having removed the single trapped occupant. EMS requested a helicopter to landed nearby due to their injuries. Maryland State Police Helicopter Trooper 7 landed nearby and transported the patient to an area...
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WHAT DO YOU THINK? MDOT SHA Proposal to Remove Turn Lane on Three Notch Road for Pedestrian and Bicycle Lane

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (SHA) will host a second public informational workshop, 5-7 p.m. Thursday, March 12, to present proposed concepts and gather more community input on ideas to improve pedestrian access and safety along MD 235 (Three Notch Road) in St. Mary’s County. The workshop will be held at Great Mills High School, 21130 Great Mills Road, Great Mills. A proposal by the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (SHA) to modify a busy...
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Waldorf Man Accused of Gun Threat, Later Arrested With Loaded Handgun, Drugs, and Nearly a Pound of Marijuana

A Waldorf man is facing a long list of felony and misdemeanor charges after authorities say he threatened a man with a gun in late February and was later arrested with a loaded handgun, drugs, and suspected drug distribution materials during an early morning encounter with deputies. Carioco Jovan Grimes, 37, of Waldorf, is charged in the District Court for Charles County in connection with two separate incidents reported on February 26, 2026, and March 1, 2026. According to...
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UPDATE: Detectives Charge Waldorf Man for 2025 October Place Murder of 47-Year-Old David Raley

UPDATE 3/4/2026: On March 4, detectives assigned to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division arrested Shawn Lamont Wade, Jr., age 32, of Waldorf in connection with the shooting death of David Leroy Raley, age 47. The shooting occurred on July 3, 2025, in the 3000 block of October Place. Wade was indicted by a Charles County Grand Jury and investigators obtained an arrest warrant. He was charged with second-degree murder, manslaughter, and firearms offenses and is currently...
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Police Investigating Woman Found Shot in Head, Victim Transported to Trauma Center with Life-Threatening Injuries

On Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at approximately 10:00 a.m., police responded to Split Oak Lane in Owings, for the reported domestic disturbance. Dispatchers advised to all responding units that the 911 caller reported coming home to find blood all over the residence with the female unconscious and said “it looked like a homicide” While officers responded, dispatchers urged police to use caution due to domestic related call history at the residence, with a gun being on scene. All fire...
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UPDATE: Suspected Medical Emergency Leads to Head-on Collision on TJ Bridge Involving Ambulance

UPDATE 3/4/2026: Deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office are continuing the crash investigation, however, it is currently believed to be accidental, and caused by a suspected medical emergency. The operator of the pickup truck was transported to an area hospital in Calvert County with injuries believed to be non-life-threatening. The operator and one EMT provider of the ambulance were transported to an area hospital, also with non-life-threatening injuries. The bridge is open with no restrictions or delays. Further...
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UPDATE: Waldorf Man Sentenced to 40 Years After Stealing Forklift and Intentionally Over, Killing 73-Year-Old Waldorf Woman

UPDATE 3/3/2026: Tony Covington, State’s Attorney for Charles County, announced that on Monday, March 2, 2026, Charles County Circuit Court Judge William R. Greer, Jr. sentenced Bryce Caleb Timothy Brown, 22, of Waldorf, to 40 years in prison for the Second-Degree Murder of Gloristine Pinkney, as well as Theft: $25,000 to under $100,000, Fourth-Degree Burglary, and Theft: $1,500 to Under $25,000. Upon release, Brown will be on supervised probation for a period of five years. If he violates the terms...
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UPDATE: Co-Defendant Convicted in Murder of 23-Year-Old Man in Lexington Park

UPDATE 3/3/2026: State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling announced that Zahlir Daylin Gantt, 23, of Lexington Park, Maryland, was convicted of first-degree murder for his role in the fatal shooting of a 23-year-old victim that occurred on February 26, 2024. After a four-day bench trial in the St. Mary’s County Circuit Court, Gantt was convicted of the following offenses: First-degree murder (maximum penalty of LIFE in prison); Second-degree murder (maximum penalty of 40 years in prison); Conspiracy to commit first-degree murder (maximum penalty...
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GoFundMe Added: Humane Society of Charles County Facing Closure, Urgently Seeks Community Support

UPDATE 3/5/2026: “We are incredibly grateful for the generous support and funds raised so far! Your contributions mean the world to us. As many of you requested, we’ve created a GoFundMe page to make it easier for everyone to contribute. Together, we can achieve amazing things!” Click here to donate today. If you cannot donate, we ask that you share to assist! 3/2/2026: The Humane Society of Charles County (HSCC), the county’s only no-kill animal shelter, is at risk...
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UPDATE: Driver Transported to Trauma Center After Striking Pole at Waldorf Target, Smoke in Store Caused by Faulty HVAC Unit

UPDATE @ 5:30 p.m.: Smoke in the business has been found to be caused by a faulty HVAC unit on the roof. The incident is being scaled back with units going in service. The operator of the vehicle was transported by ambulance to the University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center with serious injuries. Police are investigating the crash. 3/2/2026: On Monday, March 2, 2026, at approximately 4:50 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the Target,...
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UPDATE: State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling Testifies on Jamari’s Law to Strengthen Penalties for Manslaughter by Vehicle, Here’s How You Can Help

UPDATE 3/1/2026: State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling is set to testify in support of House Bill 0873 — known as “Jamari’s Law” — before the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, March 4 at 1 p.m. The proposed legislation would double the maximum penalty for vehicular manslaughter in Maryland, increasing it from 10 years to 20 years in prison. For a second or subsequent conviction, the maximum penalty would rise from 15 years to 30 years. The bill is named for...
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Woman Flown to Trauma Center with Life-Threatening Injuries After Serious Crash in Waldorf

On Sunday, March 1, 2026, at approximately 10:20 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Smallwood Drive and Lancaster Circle in Waldorf, for the serious motor vehicle collision with entrapment. Crews arrived on the scene to find a two-vehicle collision and confirmed one victim was trapped and unresponsive. Due to the trapped patients injuries, a helicopter was requested to land nearby. Firefighters from Waldorf extricated the adult female in under 10 minutes and transferred...
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Tickets for Tails: Blue Crabs Launch Ticket Campaign to Support Humane Society of Charles County

Ahead of their single game tickets going on sale on March 6th, The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs announced today a special community partnership with the Humane Society of Charles County to support the non-profit animal shelter, who is facing potential closure due to financial issues. The Humane Society of Charles County, which has served...
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Maryland Health Officials Provide Update on Recreational Water Advisories for Counties Impacted by Potomac Interceptor Spill

RELEASE: Effective immediately, Charles and Prince George’s counties will lift the recreational water advisories in effect from late January. Montgomery County’s advisory will remain in effect until further notice. There continues to be no recreational water advisory necessary for the Potomac River in St. Mary’s County. Working in close coordination with local health officials,...
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Calvert County Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit Proudly Announces Partnership with 30X30 Fundraising

The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office K-9 unit is proud to announce a new partnership with 30×30 Fundraising to provide continuous nonprofit support for the department’s K9 equipment purchasing. Through this collaboration, 30X30 Fundraising will assist in securing resources to help acquire essential K9 equipment, protective gear, training, continuing education, program upgrades, and advanced technology....
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Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls Opening in Waldorf, Maryland on March 11th, 2026

Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls is bringing more of its authentic New England-style lobster rolls to the Old Line State with its first store in Waldorf. The new Waldorf location will open its doors on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 with a grand opening celebration starting at 11:00 a.m. To celebrate, guests can enter to win FREE LOBSTER ROLLS for...
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Colonoscopy Confusion May Be Driving Missed Cancer Screenings, Says New Survey From MedStar Health

More than 75% of Americans are unsure when or how often to get a colonoscopy. That’s according to new survey results just released by MedStar Health. One thousand U.S. adults participated in the national survey, which revealed colorectal cancer misconceptions: More than 36% of those eligible say they’ve skipped colorectal screening. Doctors recommend starting...
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Two North Beach Residents Arrested After Mailing Methamphetamine to Calvert County

Tyson Wayne Black, 37, and Julia Lynn Bennett, 31, both of North Beach, were arrested on March 3, 2026, and charged in connection with an alleged drug distribution investigation conducted by the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, according to court documents. Black is charged with CDS: Import Into State, conspiracy to import into the state,...
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Newburg Man on Probation Arrested and Released Again After Police Chase in La Plata

Marcus Anthony Swann, 23, of Newburg, faces multiple criminal charges including possession of a controlled dangerous substance not cannabis, two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia, resisting or interfering with arrest, failure to obey a lawful order, and littering under 100 pounds following an incident in La Plata on March 3, 2026, according to...
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Southern Maryland Counties Celebrate the Power of Engineering with CSM during National Engineers Week

College of Southern Maryland (CSM) engineering students joined local leaders as Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties recognized National Engineers Week to raise awareness for an industry working behind the scenes to build a better world. National Engineers Week, or EWeek, is observed Feb. 22 – 28, 2026. Its purpose is to highlight the...
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Maryland’s 2026 Muskrat Trapping Season Extended in Select Maryland Counties Due to Winter Weather Setbacks

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has added a one-week extension to the 2026 muskrat trapping season in all counties except Allegany, Carroll, Frederick, Garrett, Howard and Washington. The revised season will now close March 22, 2026, to make up for unfavorable weather conditions in January and February, including extensive ice coverage, that impacted trapping in...
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Maryland Board of Public Works Approves $204 Million in State Spending

Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman joined Governor Wes Moore and Treasurer Dereck Davis today for a meeting of the Board of Public Works. During the meeting, the Board of Public Works approved more than $204 million in state spending supporting projects and initiatives across Maryland. In all, the Board approved 93 items representing a total state expenditure of $204,604,283.39. This includes grant agreements supporting community...
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Board of Public Works Approves $3.7 Million for Parks and Land Conservation in Seven Maryland Counties

The Board of Public Works today approved more than $3.7 million in grants from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources to local governments for parks and land conservation in Allegany, Caroline, Charles, Howard, Prince George’s, Queen Anne’s, and Washington counties. is considered by the Smithsonian Institute to be one of the most important ecological areas...
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Cricchi Named New NAVAIR Deputy Commander

NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, PATUXENT RIVER, MD: Vice Adm. John E. Dougherty IV, commander, Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), has announced Steve Cricchi will take the role as deputy commander, NAVAIR, effective Feb. 26. Cricchi replaces NAVAIR Deputy Commander Tom Rudowsky, who will officially retire March 2. Cricchi transitions into the role after serving...
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D.C. Dentist and Hygienist Found Guilty in Scheme to Defraud D.C. Medicaid of $4 Million

Steven A. Price, 69, of the District of Columbia, and Keidi C. Moore, 39, of Temple Hills, Maryland, were found guilty today in U.S. District Court of conspiring to defraud D.C. Medicaid of $4 million, announced U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro. The jury deliberated for more than a week before finding Price and Moore...
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One Injured After Rollover Collision on Nice/Middleton Bridge

On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at approximately 3:20 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the Nice/Middleton Bridge, for the reported rollover motor vehicle collision with injuries. Crews arrived on the scene to find a two vehicle rear-end style collision and confirmed one vehicle overturned with no entrapment, and two patients for...
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Noise Advisory – NAS Patuxent River Sets Nighttime Noise Advisory for March 4, 2026

Communities surrounding Naval Air Station Patuxent River are advised that a nighttime noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place March 4, 2026 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Pilots at NAS PAX will be conducting Field Carrier Landing Practices (FCLPs) with a tiltrotor aircraft. FCLPs are simulated carrier landings conducted to prepare the...
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March Madness First Friday Comes to Leonardtown – March 6th Through 8th, 2026

The Leonardtown Business Association invites the community to kick off March in championship style at March Madness First Friday, happening Friday, March 6, 2026 and extending throughout the entire weekend in Leonardtown. Leonardtown businesses are joining the excitement with a variety of specials, promotions, and fun happenings inspired by the energy of March Madness. Shoppers and visitors...
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School-Based Health Centers Now Offering Rapid Respiratory Testing

The St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) is now offering rapid respiratory testing at its School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs), giving families faster answers during cold and flu season. The SBHCs have added a new testing platform that can detect more than 14 common respiratory viruses and bacteria, with results available in about 15 minutes....
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