UPDATE 9/16/2025: A large funeral procession is expected today, Friday, September 19th, 2025, as firefighters from across Maryland pay their respects to Dan Steven’s, his family, and his life dedication to the fire service and his communities with over 63 years of service. A prayer of farewell and procession from the Waldorf Volunteer Fire...
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Maryland State Prosecutor Charlton T. Howard III announced today that Maryland Department of Health Police Captain Astarte Hunt, has been charged by Criminal Information with two counts of Misconduct in Office and one count of Theft Scheme of $1,500 to $25,000. According to the charging document, Captain Hunt served as a sworn law enforcement...
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On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., patrol officers responded to the areas of Jackson Court, Hunt Place, Husk Place, and Bannister Circle in Waldorf for the report of the sound of gunshots, after which several males were seen running from the area, possibly with weapons. Upon arrival, officers learned multiple bullets...
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On Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 8:30 p.m., officers responded to the 6300 block of Nelson Drive in La Plata for a report of a domestic assault in which the suspect, Christopher Dale Buchanan, 37, of La Plata, had assaulted a woman and a young child. During the incident, Buchanan choked the woman, assaulted...
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Rucci’s Italian Kitchen & Grille made the exciting announcement today that they’re opening a second location in downtown Leonardtown! The family owned business is pleased to be right in the heart of historic Leonardtown and cannot wait to bring the freshest & finest quality Italian fare and our bar featuring 100+ Bourbons, great Wine...
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On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, emergency medical services responded to the Old McKay’s/New Weis location at 40845 Merchants Lane in Leonardtown, for the reported injuries from a long fall. 911 callers reported a male fell approximately 12 feet from a lift onto the concrete floor and had a head injury with serious bleeding. 911...
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On September 16, 2025, at approximately 11:59 a.m., deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the 1100 block of Golden West Way in Lusby for the report of an abandoned 911 call. While en route, deputies were advised that the caller had reestablished contact and reported that an unknown suspect had...
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Maryland Medicaid participants can now more easily access cell and gene therapies for sickle cell disease under Maryland’s participation in the federal Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) Access Model. Participation in the CGT Access Model ensures better pricing in Maryland for high-cost medications, which helps to reduce costs and strengthen support services for patients...
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St. Mary’s County Government, on behalf of the St. Mary’s County Fair Association, invites all members of the community to join in the fun happening this weekend at the 78th Annual St. Mary’s County Fair! Highlights for this year’s program include: Wednesday, September 17, 2025: Entry Day! Bring your exhibit to the fair –...
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A longtime Maryland Lottery player from District Heights reports that she nearly fell on the floor when she realized she had won $50,000 on the $5 scratch-off Cash Blast. She bought the ticket at the Safeway store at 10276 Southern Maryland Boulevard in the Calvert County community of Dunkirk, she said Sept. 12 when...
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Governor Wes Moore announced Maryland’s first state-sponsored registered apprenticeship program for teaching. The program will enable aspiring teachers to receive more hands-on training, mentorship, and paid work experience while reducing the out-of-pocket cost of earning a degree and license. “If someone is raising their hand to teach our children, they should be rewarded with...
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The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division at Webster Outlying Field (NAWCAD WOLF) Special Communication Mission Solutions (SCMS) division collaborated with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels to quickly develop and deliver a new ground communication system to the squadron at Naval Air Station Pensacola, Florida, July 24, 2025. Due to its age, the legacy...
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The U.S. Postal Service has officially kicked off the 2025 season of USPS Operation Santa, inviting children and families across the country to begin writing and sending letters to Santa Claus. The beloved program, now in its 113th year, connects letter writers with generous individuals and organizations who help fulfill their holiday wishes. Beginning...
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Keyon Slaughter, 28, of Waldorf, Maryland, was sentenced to 16 years in prison for the December 2022 murder of Dana Bailey, Jr., announced U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro. Slaughter pleaded guilty to second-degree murder while armed on June 20, 2025. Slaughter was sentenced on September 12, 2025, by the Honorable Danya Dayson. In addition...
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The Navy recently selected four members of the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division at Webster Outlying Field (NAWCAD WOLF) workforce for one of its flagship leadership development plans, the Journey Leadership Development Program (JLDP). “Developing the next generation of leaders is one of the most important NAWCAD WOLF strategic imperatives,” said NAWCAD WOLF...
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Maryland’s courts and cannabis regulators have shut down what many people saw as a “hemp loophole.” The Appellate Court of Maryland ruled on September 9 that the state’s cannabis law is valid, that Delta-8 and Delta-10 THC were never legal in Maryland, and that only licensed cannabis dispensaries can sell intoxicating THC products. Days...
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St. Mary’s County Government’s Museum Division of Recreation & Parks, in partnership with the Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions (UCAC), will be offering the final free Open Houses of 2025 for visitors and the community at the Drayden African American Schoolhouse, on Saturday, September 20, 2025; Saturday, October 4, 2025; and, Saturday, October 18,...
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St. Mary’s County Government’s Department of Recreation & Parks (R&P) announces the closure of the Leonard Hall Recreation Center sports arena from September 17 through October 20, 2025, for concrete floor repairs and the installation of a new underlayment and surface tiles. This renovation project will result in an improved space for all indoor...
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Friday, September 12, 2025 – On Tuesday, Sept. 9, Commissioners held their annual Preliminary State Legislative Proposals Public Hearing. The yearly process allows residents and government officials to propose legislation to state legislators to be added to the county’s state legislative package during the 2026 Maryland General Assembly Session. Commissioners heard 23 proposals during the...
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The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. to receive and consider written and verbal public comment regarding the draft Chapter 1: Town Centers and the draft Chapter 2: Prince Frederick Town Center Master Plan of the Master Plan of Town Centers....
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The Maryland Environmental Trust in partnership with the Maryland Department of Transportation, Maryland Department of Agriculture, and the Chesapeake Bay Trust are proud to present this year’s Keep Maryland Beautiful Grants program. The deadline to apply is December 1, 2025. About $357,000 is available for this year’s grant round. The Keep Maryland Beautiful Grants program...
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It is with profound sadness that the La Plata Volunteer Fire Department announces the passing of Life Member and Past President Luther A. Della, Jr. President Della was both figuratively and literally a giant of a man—one whose presence, wisdom, and heart left a lasting mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing...
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On September 9, 2025, the Charles County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Operations Unit, the Maryland Transportation Authority Police, and the Field Enforcement Bureau of the Comptroller of Maryland conducted a commercial vehicle inspection detail at 3220 Mattawoman Beantown Road in Waldorf. Officers inspected 35 vehicles, issued 33 violations, and placed 5 vehicles and 3 drivers...
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On Monday, September 15, 2025, at approximately 2:37 p.m., firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the MedStar Health Urgent Care located at 37767 Market Drive in Charlotte Hall, for the burn victim. The callers reported they had a 65-year-old male patient in the Urgent Care suffering burns to the face and upper body...
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On Monday, September 15, 2025, at approximately 2:37 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the 42000 block of Swans Court in Leonardtown, for the reported traumatic injuries with one possibly not breathing. 911 callers reported a 37-year-old male was possibly not breathing after a tree fell on him. Firefighters and emergency...
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