Zoey Grace McGhee, age 18, of Lexington Park, is facing criminal charges after authorities say she participated in a retail theft with a juvenile at a Dollar Tree store earlier this month. McGhee was arrested on April 4, 2025, and charged with two misdemeanors: theft under $100 and contributing to the condition of a child,...
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UPDATE 4/8/2025: State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling announced today that Anthony Cleaver Mason, 65, of Leonardtown, Maryland, was convicted of assault, arson, and reckless endangerment in connection with a fire that displaced several motel guests and caused extensive damage to a California, Maryland motel. On June 3, 2024, deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office...
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The community is invited to join the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County, the Department of Aging & Human Services (DAHS), and the Triad/SALT Council to celebrate this year’s Law Enforcement Officers of the Year and to remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to their community. Law Enforcement Appreciation Day...
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The Maryland Time to Care Coalition decries the 18-month implementation delay, proposed by Gov. West Moore, of the Time to Care Act, originally passed by the Maryland General Assembly in 2022. The General Assembly gave final approval last night to HB 102, which will delay the Family and Medical Leave Insurance program (FAMLI) benefits...
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College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has updated its math and writing centers into a combined location at the La Plata Campus, while continuing to offer dedicated math and writing assistance at its Leonardtown and Prince Frederick campuses. CSM’s writing center services are free to the Southern Maryland community. CSM’s Math Resource Centers offer a...
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Annette I. Williams, 38, of Lexington Park, is facing assault charges following an incident last week in which she allegedly attempted to run over a neighbor during a heated argument, according to court records filed in St. Mary’s County District Court. Williams was arrested on April 3, 2025, and charged with first-degree assault, a...
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Paul D. Bennett, 71, of Hollywood, is facing criminal charges after a domestic assault that occurred earlier this month at his residence, according to documents filed in the District Court for St. Mary’s County. Bennett was arrested on April 4, 2025, and charged with second-degree assault, a misdemeanor offense. The charge carries a potential...
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A new exhibit showcasing developmental test pilots, flight officers, engineers and the history and influence of the U.S. Naval Test Pilot School (USNTPS) launches at the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum on April 12. The exhibit, “80 Years of the U.S. Naval Test Pilot School: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future,” brings Southern Maryland — home of developmental...
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On Sunday, residents of the Hawthorne Green community in La Plata reported an injured juvenile waterfowl—believed to be a Horned Grebe—wandering in the roadway near Camden Circle and Nicola Lane. Despite attempts by community members to help, the bird continued to evade capture. La Plata Police Department’s Corporal B. Smith (#643) responded to the...
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Tony Covington, State’s Attorney for Charles County, announced that on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, Charles County Circuit Court Judge H. James West sentenced Adam Marks, 37, of Rancho Cucamonga, California, to 5 years in prison for four counts of Soliciting Child Porn. Marks will also have to register as a Tier II Sex Offender....
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UPDATE 4/7/2025: State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling announced today that Daisaun Altay Eric Culpepper, 31, of Lexington Park, Maryland, was sentenced to 27 years in prison, with 15.5 years of active incarceration for the possession of a large amount of fentanyl, destruction of evidence, and a probation violation. On October 16, 2024, detectives from the...
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Deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office arrested Donell Davonne Rothwell, 54, of no fixed address, on Saturday, April 5, 2025, in connection with a series of motor vehicle break-ins in the California and Lexington Park areas. Following reports of thefts from unattended vehicles, deputies canvassed local businesses and residential neighborhoods. During the...
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It’s time for Pub Quiz, your favorite Friends of Calvert Library trivia night! On Friday, April 11, 2025. Pub Quiz will be held at the Calvert County Fairgrounds. Friends of Calvert Library will be holding their popular fundraiser so you can test your knowledge, have some fun and win some cash! Bowls 29 and...
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The thought of dating again after the death of a spouse or life partner can feel overwhelming. How do you open your heart to someone new while still cherishing the person you’ve lost? The grief experts at Chesapeake Life Center aim to help individuals navigate this difficult journey with their upcoming event, “Dating While...
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St. Mary’s County Government’s Museum Division, in partnership with the Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions (UCAC), will be offering free Open Houses for visitors and the community at the Drayden African American Schoolhouse in Drayden, on the first and third Saturday of the month from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open House dates include:...
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The St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) reports two animals collected in the Mechanicsville area have tested positive for rabies. On April 1, 2025, a skunk was collected from Baptist Church Road, and on April 3, 2025, a second skunk was collected from the Helen Farmettes area. The test results were confirmed by the...
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U.S. District Judge Lydia Kay Griggsby sentenced Michael Cooley, Jr., aka “Micheal Cooley Jr.,” “5Micmusik,” and “Michael White,” 26, of Prince George’s County, Maryland, to 87 months in federal prison. In January 2025, Cooley pled guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, in connection with a conspiracy and scheme to defraud...
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The Calvert Marine Museum (CMM) is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest exhibit, Women of Wallville, Friday, April 4, 2025. This exhibit is inspired by the award-winning Witnesses of Wallville project, a descendant community initiative dedicated to preserving the history of the rural Southern Maryland community of Wallville. Through oral histories, historical...
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Governor Wes Moore this week swore in eight new executive leaders, each confirmed by the Senate during the 2025 legislative session, to fill key positions across state government. To date, the Moore-Miller Administration has appointed 3,400 public servants to the state’s boards and commissions—more than 50% being women, 50% are people of color, and...
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Maryland has just celebrated its own Arbor Day, well ahead of the national celebration on the last Friday of the month. This year, I’m glad to say we are catching up on an important initiative that will impact our future. Maryland made an ambitious commitment with the 5 Million Trees Initiative in 2021, and last...
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Gail Lynne Hawkins, 67, of Port Republic, is facing multiple criminal charges following a domestic dispute that allegedly escalated to gunfire, a string of protective order violations, and a recently uncovered effort to influence a witness in an ongoing criminal case. According to court documents filed by the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office and the...
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The Historic Preservation Commission is seeking nominations for outstanding achievements in Historic Preservation in St. Mary’s County, Maryland. These awards, first established in 1999, recognize groups, individuals, and projects that further the aims of historic preservation in St. Mary’s County. Recipients will be awarded in three categories: Preservation Project Award: This award recognizes excellence...
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Lace up your running shoes and get ready for otterly awesome fun at the Second Annual Otter Trot 5K on Saturday, April 12, at 8 a.m.! Whether you’re sprinting, strolling, or just really into otters, this exciting, timed race is the perfect way to kickstart your day while supporting a great cause. $30 Race...
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Historic St. Mary’s City is excited to share its lineup of events for the month of April 2025. April 9. Homeschool Wednesday Workshops Spring 2025 – Dates: April 9, May 14, June 4 A hands-on learning experience for homeschool families. Explore navigation, animal husbandry, pottery, and plant life through interactive activities. $10/$8 for members. Additional...
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Mervyn Fombe Abiko, 35, of Prince George’s County, Maryland, pled guilty to federal charges in connection with a scheme to fraudulently obtain more than $1 million in unemployment benefits. Kelly O. Hayes, U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland, announced the plea with Postal Inspector in Charge Damon Wood, U.S. Postal Inspection Service –...
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