Charles County Government is pleased to announce the second opportunity for residents to provide input for the Future Sports and Wellness Complex at St. Charles Towne Center. Charles County Department of Recreation, Parks and Tourism will hold a virtual meeting on Monday, March 24, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Residents can watch...
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The Calvert County Department of Planning & Zoning, Historic Preservation, in collaboration with the Calvert Historical Society, is proud to announce the launch of a new Geographic Information System (GIS) webpage. This webpage is dedicated to preserving, honoring and sharing the history of African American soldiers from Calvert County, who served in the United...
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On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, “Maryland Day,” the public is encouraged to celebrate the founding of Maryland at the state’s birthplace, St. Clement’s Island. St. Clement’s Island Museum will offer a full day of fun from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., including free museum admission, kids’ activities, free water taxi rides (9 a.m. –...
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Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today secured a decision by the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts temporarily blocking the Trump administration’s unlawful termination of K-12 teacher preparation pipeline grants while the states seek a preliminary injunction. Attorney General Brown joined a coalition of eight attorneys general in filing a lawsuit challenging...
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St. Mary’s College of Maryland Director of Public Safety Felix Martinez was named a finalist for “Campus Safety” magazine’s Director of the Year. Through this program, the magazine honors executives in hospital, university and school security, law enforcement and emergency management. “In Chief Martinez’s short tenure at St. Mary’s College of Maryland he has...
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Multi-platinum, award-winning country star Sam Hunt will bring his chart-topping hits to the Motto Mortgage Preferred and RE/MAX One Waterside Pavilion on Saturday, August 16, 2025. A five-time GRAMMY-nominated artist and Diamond-selling hitmaker, Hunt has captivated audiences with his unique blend of country, pop, and R&B, securing his place as one of the genre’s...
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UPDATE 3/11/2025: Our original article was based on IHRA’s official press release, which we expected to be accurate given IHRA’s status as a major sanctioning body in motorsports. However, Maryland International Raceway (MIR) has now issued a statement clarifying that the track has not been sold to IHRA, despite IHRA’s previous announcement on March...
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Fifty-four College of Southern Maryland (CSM) employees were recognized and celebrated by peers cheering and waving poms Feb. 28 at the 37th annual CSM Employee Service Recognition Ceremony in La Plata. The high-spirited event kicked off with pep rally enthusiasm as the honorees ran into the room as if they were headed into a...
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Luck is on the side of those wishing to adopt a pet this St. Patrick’s Day. The Linda L. Kelley Animal Shelter is offering $17 adoptions for all cats and dogs to qualified adopters during their St. Patrick’s Day (Paw-trick’s Day) adoption event, taking place on Saturday, March 15 and Tuesday, March 18, 2025....
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A Rally for Federal Workers will take place today, in Lexington Park, St. Mary’s County at Tulagi Place, across from the NAS Patuxent River Gate 2 Entrance from 4:00 p.m., to 6:00 p.m. Expect possible traffic delays and congestion in the area – Unite with our Southern Marylanders affected by, and concerned about the...
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Sixteen Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) VEX IQ robotics teams participated in the Feb. 8 Southern Maryland VEX IQ Tournament at Great Mills High School in St. Mary’s County. Two CCPS teams, Team 31890A and Team 31890B of the Robo Huskies from Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School, advanced to the state competition at...
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We want to hear from you! The second resident survey for the Charles County Government Fiscal Year 2026 budget is now open. Resident input is critical in ensuring that the budget accurately addresses community priorities and needs. Share your input on spending priorities and offer suggestions on how the county can address changes in...
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College of Southern Maryland (CSM) faculty recently hosted a professional workshop with staff and students to discuss best practices for students who attend CSM’s Early College program, which is offered to high schoolers in Calvert and Charles counties. CSM’s Division of Learning faculty hosted the virtual “Early College Program – Best Practices for Student...
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Governor Wes Moore announced a series of actions to help Marylanders impacted by federal workforce layoffs, firings, and changes to federal funding. After convening a roundtable with impacted federal workers, business and union leaders, and Moore-Miller Administration cabinet officials, Governor Moore announced expanded resource webpages across state government, partnerships to launch job fairs across...
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Greenberg Gibbons announced this week, their significant progress updates for the retail and residential components of Waldorf Station, using the 150-acre mixed-use destination located at the intersection of Route 301 and Route 5 in Waldorf, MD. Waldorf Station’s first retail component, featuring two buildings totaling 13,000 square feet, is expected to break ground in...
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Alison Cheney, a physical education teacher at the F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, was named the 2025 Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) Teacher of the Year during a Feb. 20 recognition ceremony. The event, held at St. Charles High School, honors nominees for the 2025 Washington Post Teacher of the Year and CCPS Teacher of the Year award...
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In 2022, the Calvert Marine Museum (CMM) engaged a consulting team to develop a community-driven plan aimed at revitalizing the Maritime Hall exhibits. This comprehensive plan will guide future design and updates to the exhibit space, ensuring an immersive and authentic experience that reflects various perspectives of life in Southern Maryland, with a particular...
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Chesapeake Life Center offers many creative workshops to help adults find a path to healing from loss. From painting to mindfulness, there are options for grievers and caregivers. Here are some of the events planned for this season. Navigating Anticipatory and Ambiguous Grief in Dementia Caregiving – This free workshop is designed to support...
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St. Mary’s County Government’s Museum Division is pleased to announce the Junior Historian program for Spring Break. Designed for children aged 7 to 10, the Junior Historian program at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum will run for 3 hours per day from April 14 to 17, offering an exciting blend of outdoor exploration and hands-on...
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From free, come-as-you-are drop-in grief support groups to online groups that explore grief through imagery, Chesapeake Life Center offers a variety of grief support groups for adults this spring. Drop-In Grief Support Groups are open to anyone grieving. Groups offer participants an opportunity to share their feelings and obtain support from others who are...
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As the days grow longer and the flowers begin to bloom, we’re welcoming the vibrant energy of spring with a lineup of exciting events you won’t want to miss! Get ready for OtterMania!, our super fun celebration of these playful creatures, plus a lively night of music with Lady Di and the Daly News....
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The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) hosted 35 teams of local and regional middle- and high-school students last weekend at the Southern Maryland VEX V5 Robotics Tournament held at the La Plata Campus. At the Feb. 15 tournament, student-team-built robots were inspected, put to the test, judged, and awarded for their high-tech efforts. “I...
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Governor Wes Moore today launched the Maryland Public Servants Resource Website, which serves as a centralized hub for programs and resources to support Maryland’s federal employees and contractors impacted by federal workforce layoffs, firings, and changes to federal funding. The resource website reinforces the Moore-Miller Administration’s commitment to coordinating with state and local partners to...
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Joann, the popular fabric and crafts retailer, has announced plans to close 500 of its stores nationwide as part of its ongoing bankruptcy proceedings. The move comes amid financial struggles and shifting consumer trends that have put pressure on the company’s retail operations. The company, which has been a staple for crafters, quilters, and...
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Former District 1 Commissioner Tom Jarboe has declared his candidacy for St. Mary’s Commissioner President, publicly announcing his intent to file in a post on his campaign’s Facebook page. Jarboe aims to succeed current Commissioner President Randy Guy, who becomes term limited in 2026. Jarboe, a Republican who found repeated success in founding and...
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