On September 18, 2024, at 12:40 p.m., school administrators at Benjamin Stoddert Middle School were alerted that a student was possibly in possession of a gun. The school resource officer from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office (SRO) was notified and located the student who was found to be in possession of a loaded handgun,...
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In a recent meeting, the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County discussed a proposal that could add the county to a growing list of Maryland jurisdictions where roadside solicitation is banned. This initiative, spearheaded by Commissioner Scott Ostrow, aims to address the potential dangers posed by individuals standing on roadways, medians, and intersections to solicit...
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Key Topics Discussed: School Enrollment and Infrastructure School Funding and Renovations Legislative Proposals for the 2025 Session Capital Improvement Plan (FY 2026 – FY 2031) Future Joint Meeting with Delegation 1. School Enrollment and Infrastructure During the meeting, a detailed discussion took place regarding school enrollment trends and their impact on the county’s education...
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Self-serve sand and sandbags are available at the following locations during regular business hours for Calvert County residents who need them to protect property in preparation for possible flooding conditions. Appeal Convenience Center (200 Sweetwater Road, Lusby) Monday through Saturday, 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Barstow Convenience Center (350 Stafford...
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UPDATE 9/17/2024: Water service has been restored as of 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 17, 2024 Water Main Break – An unanticipated water main break, caused by an independent contractor working in the area, has occurred on Millstone Landing Road. There will be an emergency water service outage for all residents located in the Esperanza...
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Dyson Building Center is excited to celebrate its 70th anniversary with a three-day event packed with activities, giveaways, and fun for the entire community! The festivities will kick off on Thursday, September 19th at 10 AM with Anniversary Proclamations presented by the St. Mary’s County Economic Development and its partner agencies. This day will...
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On Monday, September 16, 2024, at approximately 10:12 a.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Old Rolling and Worth Avenue in California, for the reported motor vehicle collision with injuries. Crews arrived on the scene to find two vehicles involved in a T-bone style collision with all occupants out...
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On Thursday, September 12th 2024, members of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit Sgt. Morgan (K9 Bruno) and DFC Hendrickson (K9 Atlas), along with Cpl. Durner and his partner Dougall, had the pleasure of visiting the wonderful residents at The Hermitage Retirement and Assisted Living Facility in Solomons. The dogs were a hit,...
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The Maryland State Police will host a recruitment testing event on Saturday, November 23, 2024, beginning at 8 a.m. at Patuxent Naval Air Station in Patuxent River, Maryland. This event is for individuals interested in a career in law enforcement as a Maryland State Trooper or Cadet. At the event, potential candidates will complete...
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The Calvert County Department of Parks & Recreation announces the opening of a new 10-hole-disc golf course at Ward Farm Recreation and Nature Park located at 10455 Ward Road in Dunkirk. The course is the only free public disc golf course in Calvert County, and one of the few wooded courses in the region....
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UPDATE 9/17/2024 UPDATE 9/16/2024: On Monday, September 16, 2024, police responded to the area of Lewisham Place and St Matthews Drive in Waldorf, for the reported active shooting Dispatchers advised they were receiving over 20 911 calls with gunshots still actively being heard in the background. Witnesses reported a U-Haul truck was involved in...
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Get ready to immerse yourself in the flavors of the Chesapeake Beach at Taste the Beaches, an annual event that promises a day of culinary delights, community spirit, and breathtaking bay views. Join us Saturday, September 21st, from 11 am to 3 pm at Baia Coastal Kitchen and Wine Bar in Chesapeake Beach, MD!...
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The University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center (UM Charles Regional), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, announces the addition of Ayana Judith Williford, MSW, to its Behavioral Health practice. Williford’s extensive experience as a mental health counselor, including both clinical and community-based care, makes her an excellent addition to...
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The Town Council of the Town of Chesapeake Beach released three (3) conceptual designs for improvements of the Chesapeake Beach Water Park based on citizen feedback and third-party geotechnical analysis during the September 10, 2024, Town Council Work Session. Each conceptual plan incorporates a rough order of magnitude (ROM) estimate of cost. These costs...
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The Maryland Office of the Comptroller today released the Close Report for the 2024 Fiscal Year (FY 2024) that shows a General Fund recorded balance of $1.060 billion as of June 30, 2024. $581 million of the General Fund balance was assigned by the 2024 General Assembly to cover fiscal year 2025 operations leaving $479...
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Calvert County has been recognized as the No. 1 Digital County in the United States for populations up to 150,000 by the Center for Digital Government (CDG) and the National Association of Counties (NACo). This prestigious award marks the second consecutive year that Calvert County has earned this top ranking, reflecting its ongoing commitment...
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St. Mary’s County Government’s Department of Recreation & Parks (R&P) has officially opened registration for Mother-Son and Father-Daughter Kickball! The original mother-son kickball game is back! Moms – enjoy a friendly game of kickball with your son. But the fun doesn’t end there! Dads and daughters can join in this year, as we will...
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Woofie’s of Annapolis is rolling out top-tier pet care services for owners of dogs, cats, and other animals in the Chesapeake Bay communities of Annapolis, Arnold, Crofton, Crownsville, Davidsonville, Edgewater, Gambrills, Gibson Island, Harwood, Mayo, Millersville, Pasadena, and Riva. Long-time local residents and Woofie’s of Annapolis Owners Amy and Conrad Manlapaz and General Manager...
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The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County (CSMC) will host a joint public meeting with the St. Mary’s County Legislative Delegation on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 6 p.m., in the CSMC meeting room, located on the first floor of the Chesapeake Building at 41770 Baldridge Street in Leonardtown, MD. The purpose of this meeting...
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Assateague State Park, along with other beaches along the Maryland coast, is experiencing a significant amount of medical waste washing onshore. Access to the ocean will be restricted at this time. No swimming, wading, surfing, or any activities in the ocean are permitted. Visitors to the beach should wear shoes and use an abundance...
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On Friday, September 13, 2024, at approximately 11:23 p.m., police and firefighters responded to the area of Lexington Drive and Lombard Drive in Waldorf, for the reported vehicle on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find a 2013 Hyundai Elantra fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters extinguished the fire in under 10 minutes. Police,...
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On Saturday, September 14, 2024, at approximately 2:00 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to 22354 Bayside Road in Leonardtown, for the reported collision with injuries and entrapment. 911 callers reported a tractor had overturned in front of the given address, with the female operator being ejected and trapped underneath. Maryland State...
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The St. Mary’s County Board of Appeals convened to review and deliberate on conditional use and variance requests submitted by Royal Farms for signage at two new store locations in Charlotte Hall and Lexington Park. Both applications sought approval to exceed the county’s 20-foot height limit for freestanding signs—requesting a 30-foot sign in Charlotte...
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On Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 9:30 p.m., firefighters from Anne Arundel County and Calvert County were dispatched to 1172 Oak Avenue in Shady Side, Anne Arundel County, for the reported house on fire. Firefighters arrived on the scene to report fire showing from the first and second floor and advised this incident would...
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On Thursday, September 12 will 2024, at approximately 2:20 p.m., firefighters from Bay District, Hollywood, Leonardtown, and Seventh District responded to the 44000 block of Louisdale Road in California, for the reported deck on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find a single story residence with smoke showing. Firefighters made entry into the...
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