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Parking and Road Access Information for Christmas on the Square and Annual Tree Lighting In Leonardtown

Parking and Road Access Information for Christmas on the Square and Annual Tree Lighting In Leonardtown

The Town of Leonardtown is holding their “Christmas on the Square and Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony” on November 24, 2023 from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This event will cause road closures around the Town of Leonardtown. The following is a list of road closures: Downtown Leonardtown Square – including Washington Street and Fenwick...
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Wanted Owings Man Arrested on Multiple Charges in Prince Frederick

Wanted Owings Man Arrested on Multiple Charges in Prince Frederick

On November 9, 2023, Deputy First Class Plant of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Wendy’s Old Fashioned Hamburgers located at 170 N. Solomons Island Road in Prince Frederick, in an attempt to locate a wanted person. Upon arrival, deputies entered the restaurant and observed Joseph Anthony Peifer, 23 of Owings, who...
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Commissioners of St. Mary’s County Seek Nonprofit Proposals for Funding

Commissioners of St. Mary’s County Seek Nonprofit Proposals for Funding

St. Mary’s County Government (SMCG) has opened the nonprofit funding utility for the fiscal year (FY) 2025 budget cycle, as awarded by the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County (CSMC). The Notice of Funding Availability is available online at: www.stmaryscountymd.gov/nonprofit. Please read the notice thoroughly and use the provided links; the application process is completely...
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UPDATE: Lexington Park Man Sentenced to Life Without Parole Plus Life in Prison for the Murders of a 6-Year-Old Child and Her Mother

Wayne Carroll Key, Jr., 43, of Lexington Park

UPDATE 11/21/2023: Wayne Carroll Key, Jr., 44, was sentenced to Life without parole consecutive to Life in prison for the double homicide of a six-year-old child and her mother. “The defendant viciously and senselessly murdered the child’s mother and when he realized the child witnessed his heinous crime, he consciously and maliciously killed again. I...
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COPS Officers in Charles County Recover Drugs and Handgun During Traffic Stop in Indian Head

COPS Officers in Charles County Recover Drugs and Handgun During Traffic Stop in Indian Head

On November 14, 2023, at 1:40 p.m., officers from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office assigned to the COPS Unit were conducting traffic operations in the area of Glymont Road at Circle Avenue in Indian Head when they stopped a car for speeding. Officers observed drugs inside the vehicle and further investigation revealed the driver,...
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Charles County Crime Solvers Offering Cash reward in Armed Attempted Robbery Case

Charles County Crime Solvers Offering Cash reward in Armed Attempted Robbery Case

On November 15, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., patrol officers from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 3800 block of Huntington Woods Drive for the report of an attempted armed robbery. A preliminary investigation showed two males were riding dirt bikes in the area when three males approached, pointed firearms, and demanded the...
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Charles County State’s Attorney’s Office Offers Free Uber Rides on Thanksgiving Eve as Part of Annual “Drive Sober” Initiative

Charles County State’s Attorney’s Office Offers Free Uber Rides on Thanksgiving Eve as Part of Annual “Drive Sober” Initiative

The State’s Attorney’s Office for Charles County (SAO) is back for its third year of its “Drive Sober” initiative, which aims to bring awareness to the grave dangers of driving impaired, as well as help the public take preventative measures. The “Drive Sober” initiative will run during the holiday season – November 20, 2023,...
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Maryland Supports Research Professorships at Three Higher Education Institutions

Maryland Supports Research Professorships at Three Higher Education Institutions

The Maryland Department of Commerce joined Johns Hopkins University, Loyola University Maryland, and the University of Maryland, Baltimore, in endowing nearly $13.5 million to fund new research professorships. The endowments were made through the Maryland E-Nnovation Initiative (MEI), a state program created to spur basic and applied research in scientific and technical fields at colleges...
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Take a bow! Charles County Middle School Students Compete in Archery Tournament

Take a bow! Charles County Middle School Students Compete in Archery Tournament

Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) hosted the 2023 Middle School Archery Tournament on Nov. 17 at Milton M. Somers Middle School. Archers from seven CCPS middle schools, divided by grade level into boy and girl teams, competed. The top boy and girl archer by grade were recognized, as well as teams overall. Top archers...
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Nominate Exceptional Calvert County Women for the 2024 Outstanding Achievement Awards

Nominate Exceptional Calvert County Women for the 2024 Outstanding Achievement Awards

Do you know a woman or girl who makes significant contributions to the local community? The Calvert County Commission for Women is now accepting nominations for its 2024 Outstanding Achievement Awards. Each year, the commission recognizes Calvert County women and girls who are models of outstanding achievement and have made significant contributions to our...
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Maryland’s Deer Firearms Hunting Opens November 25, 2023

Maryland’s Deer Firearms Hunting Opens November 25, 2023

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced that the two-week firearms hunting season for sika and white-tailed deer opens Saturday, Nov. 25 and runs through Saturday, Dec. 9. The two-week season includes Sunday hunting in all but three counties, affording hunters more weekend opportunities to hunt and contribute to managing Maryland’s deer population. “The two-week firearms season is...
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Calvert County Government Announces Thanksgiving 2023 Holiday Schedule

Calvert County Government Announces Thanksgiving 2023 Holiday Schedule

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners announce county offices will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2023 through Friday, Nov. 24, in observance of Thanksgiving. In addition: The Appeal Solid Waste Facility, which includes the landfill and transfer station, and all county customer convenience centers will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 22, and Thursday, Nov....
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St. Mary’s County Operations for Thanksgiving Holiday

St. Mary’s County Operations for Thanksgiving Holiday

All St. Mary’s County Government (SMCG) administrative offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 22, 2023; Thursday, November 23, 2023; and Friday, November 24, 2023, for the Thanksgiving holiday. This three-day closure also includes: The Senior Activity Centers (Garvey, Loffler & Northern); with no home-delivered meals The St. Mary’s Transit System (STS), including ADA...
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UPDATE: Pennsylvania Man Indicted by Calvert Grand Jury for Murder of Huntingtown Man

UPDATE: Pennsylvania Man Indicted by Calvert Grand Jury for Murder of Huntingtown Man

UPDATE 11/20/2023: Today, Brandon Ross Holbrook, 48, of Reedsville, PA, was indicted by a Calvert County Grand Jury and formally charged with the murder of Joseph Shymanski of Huntingtown. A total of 5 charges were returned by the Grand Jury, to include common law murder, first and second degree assault, and use of a...
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Stabbing in Waldorf Under Investigation

Stabbing in Waldorf Under Investigation

On Sunday, November 19, 2023, at approximately 9:35 a.m., police and emergency medical personnel responded to the 4500 block of Rawlings Place in Waldorf, for the reported stabbing. Police arrived on the scene to find a motor vehicle collision and one stabbing victim. Upon further investigation, it was determined the victim was robbed and...
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Motorcyclist Flown Out With Serious Injuries After Collision in Hollywood

Motorcyclist Flown Out With Serious Injuries After Collision in Hollywood

On Friday, November 17, 2023, at approximately 10:45 a.m., firefighters from Bay District Volunteer Fire Department came across a motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle in the area of Three Notch Road Airport Road in Hollywood and requested a rescue assignment. Police, fire and rescue personnel were dispatched, responded and located a motorcycle and...
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No Injuries After 2-Alarm House Fire in Waldorf, Cause Remains Under Investigation

No Injuries After 2-Alarm House Fire in Waldorf, Cause Remains Under Investigation

On Friday, November 17, 2023 at approximately 2:30 a.m., firefighters from Charles County responded to 4183 Log Teal Drive in Waldorf, for the reported house on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find a 2-story duplex with fire showing from the rear which had spread to a detached shed and roof of both...
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Public Advisory: St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office and Partner Agencies to Conduct Search Operation

Public Advisory: St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office and Partner Agencies to Conduct Search Operation

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office and partner agencies will conduct a search operation beginning at 9 a.m. and lasting throughout the day Friday, November 17, 2023, in the Scotland, MD, area between Fresh Neck Pond Road and Point Lookout State Park. A coordinated effort involving deputies, fire and rescue personnel, and search dogs...
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First Responders in Southern Maryland Respond to Multiple Calls of Smoke Believed to be Caused by Virginia Wildfires

First Responders in Southern Maryland Respond to Multiple Calls of Smoke Believed to be Caused by Virginia Wildfires

Firefighters in St. Mary’s County have responded to multiple smoke investigations and even a smoke in a building incident due to smoke that is believed to be coming from the wildfires burning over the mountains of northern Virginia. The wildfires have brought smoke into the valleys of western Maryland Thursday Overnight and early morning...
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Letter to the Editor: Bluegrass for Hospice 2023 and It’s Triumphant Return

Letter to the Editor: Bluegrass for Hospice 2023 and It’s Triumphant Return

November 12, 2023, Letter to the Editor, After a 5-year hiatus, Bluegrass for Hospice 2023 turned out to be an overwhelming success.  Better than any one year from 2009-2018 when I originally put on the event. On Saturday October 28th at the Flat Iron Farm in Great Mills with a crowd of just under...
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MDOT Officials Meet with Calvert County Officials as Part of Statewide Transportation Tour

MDOT Officials Meet with Calvert County Officials as Part of Statewide Transportation Tour

Maryland Transportation Secretary Paul J. Wiedefeld and other representatives of the Maryland Department of Transportation met today with Calvert County officials to discuss the department’s six-year Draft FY 2024-2029 Consolidated Transportation Program. The plan calls for a $21.2 billion, six-year investment to create a safer, cleaner, efficient and accessible transportation system connecting Marylanders to jobs,...
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Restrictions Imposed on Use of Cannabis in the Town of Chesapeake Beach

Restrictions Imposed on Use of Cannabis in the Town of Chesapeake Beach

During the October 19th, 2023, Town Council meeting and after holding a public hearing, the Town Council passed Ordinance 0-23-22, an ordinance of the Town Council of Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, regarding the use of Cannabis on Town property and in any business establishment in Town. Per Ordinance 0-23-22 that will become effective on November...
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Circuit Courts in Maryland Host National Adoption Day Celebrations

Circuit Courts in Maryland Host National Adoption Day Celebrations

In recognition of National Adoption Day on Saturday, November 18, 2023, Maryland’s circuit courts will hold adoption proceedings and family celebrations at local courthouses statewide. National Adoption Day honors adoptive families and draws attention to the need for permanent, loving families for children in foster care. Anne Arundel County The Circuit Court for Anne...
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Accelerant Detection K9 “Blondie” Joins Office of the State Fire Marshal

Accelerant Detection K9 “Blondie” Joins Office of the State Fire Marshal

When K9 “Kachina” retired nearly two months ago on a Friday, her handler, Master Deputy Oliver Alkire, was back in class the following Monday to begin training for a second four-legged partner at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosive National Canine Training Center in Front Royal, Virginia. While most of the canines...
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St. Mary’s County Museums to Host Free Family Holiday Events & Exhibits

St. Mary’s County Museums to Host Free Family Holiday Events & Exhibits

St. Mary’s County Government’s Museum Division, which oversees Piney Point Lighthouse Museum, St. Clement’s Island Museum, and the Old Jail Museum is pleased to present special events and exhibits during the holiday season at each historic site. Piney Point Lighthouse Museum Holiday Family Open House (Sunday, November 26, 2023, from 10 a.m. – 5...
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