Karen Elizabeth Strickland Szabo, 59, of Lexington Park, MD, passed away suddenly on December 31, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Leonardtown, Maryland, on September 29, 1966, to Myers and Dee Strickland. Karen grew up on Strickland Road in Great Mills with her two younger sisters, and within walking distance...
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On Friday, January 2, 2026, at approximately 4:50 a.m., firefighters and emergency medical services from Calvert and Anne Arundel Counties responded to the 2100 block of Lowery Road in Huntingtown, for the reported house on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to confirm a working fire with fire showing from a single story residence....
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On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at approximately 3:05 p.m., firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the 6900 block of Carrico Mill Road in Hughesville, for the reported shed on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find a 10×10 shed fully engulfed with fire spreading to the nearby brush and trees. Firefighters from...
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The Linda L. Kelley Animal Shelter will kick off the new year by waiving adoption fees during its New Year, New Chapter adoption promotion, running Friday, Jan. 2 through Saturday, Jan. 31. Adoption fees will be waived for all animals that entered the shelter in 2025, identified by intake numbers beginning with “25.” Animals...
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As we reflect on 2025, our hearts are filled with gratitude. From our free vaccination clinics to the joyful energy of Pawchella, this year was filled with meaningful moments made possible by you. Thank you for being an essential part of our community and for your unwavering support. From wagging tails to gentle purrs, every animal...
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GREENBELT, MD. — NASA’s largest library, located at the Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, will permanently close on Friday, Jan. 2, ending more than six decades as a central research hub for the agency and the global space science community. Established in 1959, the library has supported the development of some of...
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The Comptroller of Maryland has submitted amendments to the regulations governing Maryland’s tire recycling fee and new tire fee. Effective January 1, 2026, the tire recycling fee increases to $1.00 from $0.80 on the first sale of a new tire in the state by a tire dealer. Maryland will also implement a $5.00 new...
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The St Mary’s County Health Department Local Behavioral Health Authority (LBHA) announces a call for Applications for the Community Health Resources Commission (CHRC) Coordinated Community Supports Partnership FY2027 Request for Applications (RFA). The full application can be found at the following CHRC link: RFA Consortium St Mary’s County Health Department LBHA is under Track 1 and applications...
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Imagine hosting a festive holiday party and playing the popular White Elephant game, then walking away with $77,777 as your gift. Well, it happened to a St. Mary’s County man when his gift was a winning $10 Lucky 7s Multiplier scratch-off. Joshua Hill was hosting the holiday party at his home in the St....
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On Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at approximately 4:07 p.m., firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the Patuxent Camp Sites located at 4774 Williams Wharf Road in Saint Leonard, for the reported camper on fire. 911 callers reported their family members camper was on fire with multiple explosions reported. Prior to the arrival of...
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Dionna Jaleya Cutchember, 20, and Lakina Chanelle Scriber, 47, both of Hollywood, are facing a combined total of 20 criminal charges following a disturbance on December 26, 2025, at a residence on Satchel Paige Way, in Hollywood. According to court records filed in the District Court for St. Mary’s County, the incident involved a...
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James Roy Chase II, 38, of Mechanicsville, was arrested and charged with multiple offenses following a single-vehicle crash that occurred on December 27, 2025, in Leonardtown, according to court documents filed in the District Court for St. Mary’s County. Chase is facing a total of 12 charges, including two drug-related misdemeanors—CDS possession not cannabis...
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The Department of Public Work & Transportation has announced an immediate closure of the Charlotte Hall Convenience Center following an incident that occurred on December 30, 2025, around 3 p.m. County officials did not state what the incident was, however, no injuries were reported. Residents are encouraged to utilize the other convenience centers for the duration...
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State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling announced today that Cecil John Dunlap, 79, of Chesapeake, Virginia was sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting a 7-year-old-child in 1981 and 1982. During this timeframe, Dunlap’s wife was a prominent schoolteacher serving the Tall Timbers/Valley Lee area in St. Mary’s County, Maryland and privately tutored children at her home....
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Maryland hunters reported harvesting 27,620 deer during the two-week firearm season from Nov. 29 through Dec. 13. The firearms season harvest was 10.4% lower than last year’s official count of 30,833 deer but only 3% lower than the five-year average of 28,467 deer. The deer harvest fluctuates from year to year due to a variety of factors such as weather,...
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Attorney General Anthony G. Brown co-led a multistate coalition of 19 attorneys general in sending a comment letter opposing four proposed rules by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) that would undermine key regulations implementing the federal Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973. The proposed rollbacks would significantly...
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As 2026 approaches, the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) encourages residents to start the new year with resolutions focused on roadway safety, while also taking advantage of the convenient services and tools the MVA offers. “We want all Marylanders to be safe, follow the rules of the road and take full...
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The Maryland Park Service is challenging visitors to walk one mile for each year since the founding of our country – 250 miles for America’s 250th. The “Miles for Maryland” Trail Challenge encourages everyone to get outdoors, enjoy the fresh air, and be active in 2026. Visit your nearest park, or explore the state...
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IAP Worldwide Services, Incorporated (IAP), a logistics, facilities management, and advanced technical and professional services company headquartered in Delaware, agreed to pay the United States $810,821.65 to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act. Kelly O. Hayes, U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland, announced the settlement with Special Agent in Charge, Christopher...
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With one more drawing remaining in the Maryland Lottery Holiday Raffle, the third $50,000 Early Bird prize has been claimed by a Waldorf man. The winner said he usually purchases his Lottery tickets at Foods In, located at 12549 Mattawoman Drive in Waldorf. After the Dec. 22 Early Bird drawing, he was visiting the Charles...
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The halls of Chesapeake Shores nursing home were filled with holiday joy on Christmas Eve, thanks to three young visitors who decided to share the Christmas spirit with residents. Emma and Cole Raley, along with their cousin Jay Clarke (Leonard), donned their elf costumes and arrived at the facility with arms full of carefully...
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The Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) Scholarship Fair will be held next month at St. Charles High School. Students who are headed to college in the fall and want to learn about applying for scholarships can attend the fair with their families from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 15. CCPS staff will be...
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UPDATE 12/29/2025: Niamora Delise Lopez, 20, of Lexington Park, has been charged with first-degree assault and second-degree assault following a reported stabbing incident early Monday morning, December 29, 2025, according to court documents. At approximately 1:03 a.m., officers and emergency medical personnel responded to the 45000 block of Indian Way in Lexington Park for...
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Governor Wes Moore announced that Marylanders have completed more than 220,000 applications for critical benefits through the Maryland Benefits One Application, a mobile-friendly tool that helps customers apply for vital benefits. Since its July launch, the system has provided a centralized and easy-to-use online location that allows Marylanders to apply for Medicaid, SNAP, Temporary Assistance...
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Lottery players in Waldorf who purchased a Maryland Lottery Holiday Raffle should check their tickets. The third Early Bird drawing took place today awarding one lucky winner a $50,000 prize. The Early Bird winner is Ticket Number 166251, which was sold Dec. 17 at Foods In convenience store located at 12549 Mattawoman Drive in Waldorf. The...
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