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First Friday Brings the Beat to Leonardtown!

First Friday Brings the Beat to Leonardtown!

April 7th marked the debut appearance of the SoMar Drummers for an evening of family-friendly fun at the local Arts & Entertainment District. The audience participation Drum Circle drew in people from near and far to join together for an exciting evening of music and harmony. Hands-on participation was a highlight of the night...
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Governor Larry Hogan’s Top Legislative Priorities Passed by Maryland General Assembly

Governor Larry Hogan’s Top Legislative Priorities Passed by Maryland General Assembly

Governor Larry Hogan’s top legislative priorities have achieved final passage by the Maryland General Assembly, ensuring that the governor’s proposals to create thousands of new jobs, restore integrity to state government, and move forward with dozens of critical transportation projects across the state will become law. These priority items included the More Jobs for...
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Family Home in Sunderland Destroyed by Fire

Family Home in Sunderland Destroyed by Fire

On Sunday, April 9, 2017, at approximately 5:00 a.m., firefighters from Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department and surrounding departments  were alerted to report of a house fire at 1212 Lake Ridge Drive, in Sunderland. Crews arrived on scene to discover a two story single family home on fire. It took over 15 minutes for 40 firefighters...
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Todd Owen Farr, 30

Todd Owen Farr, 30

Todd Owen Farr, 30, of Clements, MD formerly from Avenue, MD, passed away on April 6, 2017. Born on February 13, 1987 in Washington, DC, he was the son of Carole Ann Farr and George Leonard Farr of Avenue, MD. Todd is survived by the love of his life Laura Elizabeth McKinney and son...
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Kiana Ashley Evans, 22

Kiana Ashley Evans, 22

Kiana Ashley Evans, 22, of Lexington Park, MD passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on April 2, 2017. Born on January 4, 1995, she was the loving daughter of Monica M. Hebb of Lexington Park, MD and James A. Evans, Sr. of Lexington Park, MD. Kiana is survived by her siblings...
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Sharon Elaine Pilkerton, 58

Sharon Elaine Pilkerton, 58

Sharon Elaine Pilkerton, 58, of Callaway, MD passed away on April 5, 2017 in Washington, DC. Born on January 12, 1959 in Leonardtown, MD, she was the daughter of the late Francis Claudia Bell Pilkerton and Franklin Delino Pilkerton. Sharon is survived by her husband Mark Thomas of Callaway, MD. Children: Heather Schumacher (Jack)...
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James “Jim” Edward Gorman, Sr., 82

James “Jim” Edward Gorman, Sr., 82

James “Jim” Edward Gorman, Sr., 82 of Mechanicsville, MD, formerly from Galena, MD, passed away on April 1, 2017 in Lexington Park, MD. Born on February 26, 1935 in Millington, MD, he was the loving son of the late Grace Darling and John Gorman. Jim was the loving husband of the late Lillian “Tillie”...
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Mary “Meta” McKnight Wilt, 56

Mary “Meta” McKnight Wilt, 56

Mary “Meta” McKnight Wilt, 56, of Avenue, MD passed away April 6, 2017 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 7, 1960 in Houston, TX to the late Byron Morris McKnight and Amelda Ann Singleton McKnight. In 1987, Meta graduated from the University of Houston with a Bachelor of...
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Raymond Bruce Buckler, Sr. 53

Raymond Bruce Buckler, Sr. 53

Raymond Bruce Buckler, Sr. 53, of Lexington Park, MD died at the George Washington Hospital in Washington, DC on April 4, 2017. He was born May 27, 1963 in Cheverly, MD to the late Joseph Isaac Buckler, Sr. and Florence Gertrude Walker Buckler. On May 11, 1983, Raymond married his beloved wife Dawn Marie...
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Katherine Reynolds Chandler (“Kate”), 67

Katherine Reynolds Chandler (“Kate”), 67

Katherine Reynolds Chandler (“Kate”), 67, died at 1 PM, Saturday, April 1, 2017, at her home in St Mary’s City, Maryland, after battling Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer for 2 years. She was born October 10, 1949 at Fort Gordon in Augusta, Georgia, to Harold K (Deak) and Elizabeth H (Beth) Reynolds. She married Roy...
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Ruth Minton, 85

Ruth Minton, 85

Ruth Minton, age 85 of Mechanicsville, Maryland (formerly of Pennington Gap, Virginia) died April 2, 2017 at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. Ruth was a homemaker and a member of the American Legion and the Pink Ladies Volunteers at Lee County Hospital in Pennington Gap, Virginia. She was the daughter of Claude Harber and Edna...
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Thomas Patrick “Tom” McCarthy, 60

Thomas Patrick “Tom” McCarthy, 60

Thomas Patrick “Tom” McCarthy, 60 of Waldorf, Maryland died April 2, 2017. Tom was a Owner/Plumber of McCarthy Plumbing, having served 30 years and was a Veteran of the United States Navy, having served from 1974-1976. He was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Waldorf, Maryland. In his youth, he was a...
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William “Marvin” Marsh, 77

William “Marvin” Marsh, 77

William “Marvin” Marsh, age 77 of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (formerly of La Plata, Maryland) died April 1, 2017. Marvin was a retired employee with Washington Gas Light Company and a Veteran of the United States Navy, having served from 1957-1961. He was a long-time member of Pisgah United Methodist Church where he enjoyed...
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Joseph (Joe) M. Riley, 38

Joseph (Joe) M. Riley, 38

Joseph (Joe) M. Riley, 38, of Deale, MD passed away suddenly on April 6, 2017. Joe was born August 13, 1978 in La Plata, MD. Joe will be remembered by his handsome smile, huge caring heart, generous nature and kind personality. He was a great person and would do anything for anyone. Joe was...
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Linda Lucy “Memom” Beauregard, 73

Linda Lucy “Memom” Beauregard, 73

Linda Lucy “Memom” Beauregard, 73, a lifetime resident of Solomons, MD passed away on April 5, 2017 at her residence. Born July 4, 1943 in Prince Frederick, MD, she was the daughter of the late Margaret and James “Pepper” Langley. Linda graduated from Calvert High School and was a cook. She was a loving...
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Edward John “Jake” Fowler, Jr., 85

Edward John “Jake” Fowler, Jr., 85

Edward John “Jake” Fowler, Jr., 85 passed away April 2, 2017 in Washington, DC. He was born June 17, 1931 in Calvert County to Edward John, Sr. and Bernice (Stallings) Fowler. Jake was raised in Calvert County and worked on family farms. He was a lifelong carpenter, working primarily with Stallings Brothers Carpentry and...
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John Wayne Hooper, 72

John Wayne Hooper, 72

John Wayne Hooper, 72, of Prince Frederick, MD, passed away on April 3, 2017, in Prince Frederick, MD, surrounded by his beloved family, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. “Johnny” was born in Prince Frederick MD to Annie and the late John Hooper on October 9, 1944 in Prince Frederick MD. He graduated...
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Michael Allen Morris, 49

Michael Allen Morris, 49

Michael Allen Morris passed away on Friday, April 7th in La Plata at the age of 49. He was born on October 14th, 1967 in Washington, DC, the son of Clyde Wayne Morris and Rebecca Faye (Malone) Morris. He is predeceased by his father, Wayne, and is survived by his wonderful mother, Rebecca, his...
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Patricia Ann Seaquist, 66

Patricia Ann Seaquist, 66

Patricia Ann Seaquist, 66, of Waldorf, MD, passed away at home on April 1, 2017. Patricia was born in Tacoma, Washington, on January 20, 1951, into the military family of the late Navy Corpsman John D. Erpenbach and Maureen McGowan. She spent her youth traversing the country from east to west, according to her...
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Be Prepared When Calling 9-1-1 During an Emergency

Be Prepared When Calling 9-1-1 During an Emergency

In recognition of National Public Safety Telecommunications Week (Sunday, April 9 –Saturday, April 15), the Department of Emergency Services (DES), 9-1-1 Call Center wants to ensure that you or your loved one knows what to do when placing a 9-1-1 call.  To accurately assess each emergency situation and send the best response possible, callers...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Announces Annual Unwanted Medication Collection Day

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Announces Annual Unwanted Medication Collection Day

Do you have expired or unwanted medication in your medicine cabinet, but find it difficult to leave your home due to mobility or health issues? Perhaps, you’re a caregiver and find it difficult to leave your home to dispose of unwanted medications? If this is you, you’re invited to take advantage of the fourth...
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Volunteers Needed on May 6 for Special Olympics Spring Games

Volunteers Needed on May 6 for Special Olympics Spring Games

Volunteers are needed for the 2017 Charles County Special Olympics Spring Games being held on Saturday, May 6 at Henry E. Lackey High School (3000 Chicamuxen Rd, Indian Head) from 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.  Score keepers, athlete escorts, and general volunteers are needed to assist with Bocce, Swimming, and Track and Field events....
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Charles County Government April Holiday Schedule

Charles County Government April Holiday Schedule

The County Administrator wishes to remind residents of changes to normal operating schedules for the month of April.  All offices, facilities, and services not listed will be operating their normal hours. Monday, April 10 –Thursday, April 13 All school based community centers are closed. Lackey, Donald M. Wade Aquatic Center, and North Point High...
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Calvert County Announces Good Friday Schedule

Calvert County Announces Good Friday Schedule

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners announces county offices will be closed April 14, 2017, in observance of Good Friday. In addition: • The three county senior centers will be closed April 14 and Meals on Wheels will not be delivered. • There will be no county bus service Friday, April 14. •...
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St. Mary’s County Government Operations Schedule for Good Friday / Easter

St. Mary’s County Government Operations Schedule for Good Friday / Easter

All St. Mary’s County Government administrative offices will be closed Friday, April 14, in observance of Good Friday. Administrative offices will reopen for normal business hours on Monday, April 17. The St. Andrews Landfill, six (6) Convenience Centers and St. Mary’s Transit System (STS) will operate normal hours and schedules on Friday, April 14...
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