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School and Weather Updates for This Weekend – December 5th, 2025

School and Weather Updates for This Weekend – December 5th, 2025

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY: Schools will open 2 HOURS LATE on Friday, Dec. 5th, 2025. ST. MARY’S COUNTY: St. Mary’s County, Maryland is under a Winter Weather Advisory from 4 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, December 5, 2025.  Snowfall totals for St. Mary’s County are expected between 1–4 inches with very low temperatures. Snowfall is...
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SMECO Employees Raise $63,000 for Three Southern Maryland Shelters

SMECO Employees Raise $63,000 for Three Southern Maryland Shelters

Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) employees recently held a fund-raising event and donated $63,000 to three shelters serving Southern Maryland: Lifestyles of Maryland, Inc.—Robert J. Fuller Transitional House of Charles County, Project Echo, Inc. of Calvert County, and Three Oaks Center of St. Mary’s County. “A home is more than shelter from the elements....
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The Patuxent Partnership 2025 Defense Summit

The Patuxent Partnership 2025 Defense Summit

On Wednesday, November 19th, 2025, an audience of 200+ attended the 3rd Annual TPP Defense Summit, a full-day program of dynamic panels and speakers, including NAWCAD leadership. Ms. Bonnie Green, TPP Executive Director, welcomed everyone and discussed the challenges of organizing the Defense Summit during a government shutdown. Delivering a useful, informative full-day Summit,...
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Santa Claus to Spread Cheer Over Southern Maryland on December 9th, 2025, Courtesy of the U.S. Navy

Santa Claus to Spread Cheer Over Southern Maryland on December 9th, 2025, Courtesy of the U.S. Navy

Southern Maryland residents young and old should look skyward on Tuesday, Dec. 9, between 10 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. ET as Adm. Saint Nicholas takes to the air on his annual holiday readiness flight. Locals can catch a glimpse of Nicholas — flying under his seasonal call sign “Claus” — as he lifts off...
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SMADC Seeks Southern Maryland School System Partner for USDA Farm-to-School Grant Pilot

SMADC Seeks Southern Maryland School System Partner for USDA Farm-to-School Grant Pilot

The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission, a Division of the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland is calling for letters of participation from one of the five Southern Maryland county school systems to join a new 24-month pilot program aimed at streamlining local food sourcing for school meals, with submissions due by 6 p.m. Dec....
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Natural Resources Police Toy Drive Underway for 2025 Holiday Season

Natural Resources Police Toy Drive Underway for 2025 Holiday Season

The Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) is conducting its annual “Boatload of Toys” holiday gift drive at several locations across the state in advance of the 2025 holiday season. NRP officers are collecting donations of new, unopened toys for local children in need. The program is part of the national United States Marine Toys...
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Free Uber Rides and Safe Rides Return as SAO Launches 5th Annual Drive Sober Initiative

Free Uber Rides and Safe Rides Return as SAO Launches 5th Annual Drive Sober Initiative

The State’s Attorney’s Office for Charles County (SAO) is proud to launch its fifth annual “Drive Sober” initiative, renewing its commitment to raising awareness about the serious dangers of impaired driving and helping community members make safe, responsible choices. The campaign will run throughout the holiday season — November 24, 2025, through January 1,...
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Your Voice Matters! Additional Comment Form Open for “St. Mary’s 2050”

Your Voice Matters! Additional Comment Form Open for “St. Mary’s 2050”

St. Mary’s County Government’s Department of Land Use & Growth Management (LUGM) is pleased to announce the opening of the St. Mary’s 2050: Charting Our Tomorrow Additional Comment Form, which offers another opportunity for community members to share their input and shape the update of the St. Mary’s County Comprehensive Plan. The St. Mary’s...
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CH-53K King Stallion: 10 Years Since First Flight

CH-53K King Stallion: 10 Years Since First Flight

Published November 17th, 2025, article delayed due to Government shutdown NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, PATUXENT RIVER: October 27, 2015 the CH-53K King Stallion took to the skies for its first flight. Today, more than 10 years later, there are 20 CH-53Ks executing missions with four different Navy and Marine Corps squadrons. The CH-53K, which...
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The College of Southern Maryland Earns Multiple Awards for Outstanding Marketing and Public Relations

The College of Southern Maryland Earns Multiple Awards for Outstanding Marketing and Public Relations

The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) was recognized by the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR) earning six awards for excellence in design and marketing. In November the CSM Creative Services team attended the NCMPR District 1 conference in Pittsburgh, and took home six District 1 Medallion Awards: GOLD – Career Pathways...
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Children’s Aid, Inc. Holds Online Holiday Auction for Calvert County Nonprofit’s

Children’s Aid, Inc. Holds Online Holiday Auction for Calvert County Nonprofit’s

Children’s Aid, Inc., a nonprofit organization helping Calvert County families since 2009, is holding its online Mini Holiday Auction from November 23 to December 3, 2025. The fundraiser features over 40 auction items, including ballet, symphony, and theatre tickets, singing and dance lessons, wine and beer tastings, hotel getaways, restaurant and retail gift certificates,...
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Governor Moore and AstraZeneca Announce $2 Billion Investment to Expand Manufacturing in Maryland, Supporting 2,600 Jobs

Governor Moore and AstraZeneca Announce $2 Billion Investment to Expand Manufacturing in Maryland, Supporting 2,600 Jobs

Governor Wes Moore and AstraZeneca today announced plans to invest $2 billion to expand AstraZeneca’s manufacturing footprint in Maryland, representing the largest private capital investment in the state in the last decade. The investment includes a significant expansion of AstraZeneca’s flagship biologics manufacturing facility in Frederick and construction of a new state-of-the-art clinical manufacturing...
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Two Arizona Men Arrested After Stealing Over $250,000 From Traders Seafood Steak Ale in Chesapeake Beach

Two Arizona Men Arrested After Stealing Over $250,000 From Traders Seafood Steak Ale in Chesapeake Beach

Two Arizona men have been charged in Calvert County in connection with what authorities say was a sophisticated scheme that defrauded a local restaurant and gaming establishment of more than $250,000. Anthony Lee Stuart, 51, of Tempe, Arizona, and Steven Ray Kummerfeld, 65, of Phoenix, Arizona, were arrested on November 10, 2025, and face...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Conducts Tobacco Compliance Checks

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Conducts Tobacco Compliance Checks

On November 19, 2025, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Alcohol Enforcement Unit conducted a series of tobacco compliance checks across the county. The covert operation used a 20-year-old confidential informant (CI) from the Sheriff’s Office to assess businesses’ compliance with tobacco sales laws. The CI, dressed in jeans and a short-sleeved shirt, attempted...
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Lottery Player in St. Mary’s Breaks Her Lottery Fast with $50,000 Win

Lottery Player in St. Mary’s Breaks Her Lottery Fast with $50,000 Win

A St. Mary’s County woman, and lottery enthusiast, had taken a break from playing but on a recent day while at a store buying soda, she decided to end her lottery hiatus and try her luck with a FAST PLAY ticket. She bought a few $10 Lucky Numbers games and was able to capture...
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Historic St. Mary’s City Frost Fair on Saturday, December 6, 2025

Historic St. Mary’s City Frost Fair on Saturday, December 6, 2025

Historic St. Mary’s City invites the public to celebrate the holiday season at Frost Fair on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 1–6 p.m. Inspired by traditional holiday markets, this festive outdoor event will feature family activities, live entertainment, and seasonal cheer. Guests can enjoy holiday decorations, carolers, and even a ride with Santa aboard...
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Adult Education Graduates Prove It’s Never Too Late to Follow Your Dreams

Adult Education Graduates Prove It’s Never Too Late to Follow Your Dreams

The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) La Plata Campus rang with cheers and shouts of praise as 22 Adult Education Program graduates walked across the stage on October 30, 2025. CSM faculty and staff joined proud family and friends in celebrating the 2025 graduates of the National External Diploma Program (NEDP) and the General...
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2025 St. Mary’s Splash to Take Place at Point Lookout State Park on Saturday, December 6th, 2025

2025 St. Mary’s Splash to Take Place at Point Lookout State Park on Saturday, December 6th, 2025

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office invites you to the coolest event in Southern Maryland, the 2025 St. Mary’s Splash, on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Point Lookout State Park. Join the fun and take the plunge to support Special Olympics Maryland – St. Mary’s County, which provides year-round sports training and competition for...
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Boone’s Bagels & Market – Grand Opening in Leonardtown November 22nd, 2025

Boone’s Bagels & Market – Grand Opening in Leonardtown November 22nd, 2025

Nestled in the heart of Leonardtown, Maryland, Boone’s Bagels & Market is your destination for delicious, Bagels So Fresh, They’re Ready Whenever You Are , premium sandwiches, and gourmet offerings. We blend tradition with creativity, offering a variety of bagel flavors, schmears, and sandwiches, all crafted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. In addition to...
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Chesapeake Ghost Announces ‘Ghost Holiday Home Run’ Equipment Drive to Benefit Local Youth Leagues

Chesapeake Ghost Announces ‘Ghost Holiday Home Run’ Equipment Drive to Benefit Local Youth Leagues

The Chesapeake Ghost organization is excited to announce the launch of its inaugural Ghost Holiday Home Run Baseball & Softball Equipment Drive. The community-focused initiative aims to collect new and gently used baseball and softball gear to donate to local recreation leagues, ensuring every child has the necessary equipment to play the game they love. Inspired by...
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Meet Maryland’s Heroes and Explore Emergency Vehicles at MDOT SHA ‘Thank a Safety Responder Day’

Meet Maryland’s Heroes and Explore Emergency Vehicles at MDOT SHA ‘Thank a Safety Responder Day’

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (SHA) will host its second annual Thank a Safety Responder Day, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, November 15. The free, family-friendly, outdoor event will take place at State Highway’s Hanover Complex, 7491 Connelley Dr., Hanover. The public is invited to attend this celebration of Maryland’s...
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Sports Wagering Contributes $14.1 Million to the State During October 2025

Sports Wagering Contributes $14.1 Million to the State During October 2025

Maryland’s sports wagering market generated $14,090,240 in contributions to the state during October 2025, which featured a busy sports calendar that included the Major League Baseball postseason, full schedules in college and pro football and the start of the hockey and basketball seasons. Sports bettors in Maryland wagered $736,610,585 during the month and won...
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Calvert Marine Museum December 2025 Events

Calvert Marine Museum December 2025 Events

The Calvert Marine Museum is celebrating the holiday season with festive family fun all month long. Visitors can experience the joy of the Solomons Christmas Walk on Saturday, Dec. 13, with live music, crafts, Santa visits, and free museum admission. The celebration continues with Winter Break Programming, offering engaging, hands-on activities for children from...
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Holiday Event ‘Evening Tides’ Brings Candlelight Christmas to Piney Point

Holiday Event ‘Evening Tides’ Brings Candlelight Christmas to Piney Point

St. Mary’s County Government’s Museum Division, which oversees Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park, is proud to announce the return of Evening Tides: Candlelight Christmas at Piney Point this holiday season after a successful launch in 2024. On Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., visitors are invited to a...
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Charles County Holds AAA Bond Rating for Ninth Straight Year

Charles County Holds AAA Bond Rating for Ninth Straight Year

Charles County announced that all three major national bond rating agencies—Fitch Ratings, S&P Global Ratings, and Moody’s Investors Service—have reaffirmed the county’s Triple-A bond rating, the highest possible designation. Representatives from each agency met with county leaders to review the county’s financial health, budget management, external audits, and economic development efforts. This reaffirmation reflects...
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