Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) graduation rates for the Class of 2022 indicate that nearly 93% of students graduated on time. Graduation rate data was released this week by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). The 92.6% graduation rate for the CCPS Class of 2022 is more than 5% higher than the statewide...
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LEONARDTOWN, MD (March 8, 2023) – In her first appearance at a Commissioner Budget Work Session, newly elected State’s Attorney for St. Mary’s County Jaymi Sterling delivered the message that public safety must be the county’s funding priority. Sterling told the Commissioners that the rise in violent crimes in the county is directly attributable...
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On Tuesday, March 7, Commissioners approved Charles County’s annual transportation priority letter to the Maryland Department of Transportation. Staff provided a presentation on transportation priorities, including support for Southern Maryland Rapid Transit, improvements to the US 301 Waldorf corridor, pedestrian safety enhancements at US 301/Smallwood Drive and MD 228/Western Parkway, projects to improve the Hughesville area, and Governor...
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Lexington Park attorney Sue Ann Armitage has been named to The Daily Record’s Power List of family law attorneys. Armitage was one of only twenty-five attorneys statewide chosen for this accolade. She has practiced law in Lexington Park for thirty years. The honor is bestowed upon “the most influential figures in law, higher education,...
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The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County (CSMC) held a joint meeting with the Commanding Officer of Naval Air Station (NAS) Patuxent River on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, before their regular business meeting. During the joint meeting, the Commissioners and the Commanding Officer discussed: Lowering speed limits on county roads in military family housing developments....
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Jay Armsworthy and the Calvert Elks #2620 is pleased to announce the “Southern Maryland Bluegrass” concert series at the Calvert Elks Lodge #2620 at 1015 Dares Beach Road in Prince Frederick, MD. The next concert will be on Sunday March 12 at 2:00 pm featuring a new group on the Bluegrass scene, Volume Five...
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Celebrate everyone’s favorite museum mammal during OtterMania! at the Calvert Marine Museum on Saturday, March 25 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Enjoy “otterly” outrageous activities, and meet the otters: Chumley, Chessie Grace and Calvert. Museum admission applies: FREE for CMM members. Ideal for families, OtterMania! invites kids to dance the “Swim” with the...
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Maryland’s six casinos combined to generate $157,055,925 in revenue from slot machines and table games during February 2023. The total represents a decrease of $5,909,379 (-3.6%) compared to February 2022. Casino gaming contributions to the state in February 2023 totaled $66,923,277, a decrease of $1,313,782 (-1.9%) compared to February 2022. Contributions to the Education...
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The Maryland Department of Agriculture today expanded its spotted lanternfly quarantine to include the following counties: Allegany, Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Calvert, Caroline, Carroll, Cecil, Frederick, Harford, Howard, Kent, Montgomery, Prince George’s, Queen Anne’s, Talbot, Washington and Wicomico, as well as Baltimore City. This quarantine is effective immediately, and restricts the movement of regulated articles...
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“Mamba” of Prince George’s County almost tossed away $50,000 won on a Gold X20 scratch-off, thinking the instant ticket failed to contain a prize. But a last-minute check of the $5 game saved the day as well as his top prize. The Southern Maryland man, using the nickname “Mamba” to tell the story of...
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The 34th Annual CalvertHealth Benefit Golf Classic will take place on Monday, May 15 at the Cannon Club in Lothian, MD. Proceeds from this year’s tournament will support the advancement of cancer care at CalvertHealth, including the development of a robotic surgery program and the continued affiliation with Duke Health. As a national leader...
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On Tuesday, February 28, the Department of Fiscal and Administrative Services, Department of Planning and Growth Management, and Department of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism staff provided a presentation to the Board of County Commissioners on fiscal 2024 congressionally directed spending. County Commissioners approved the request for earmarked funding. Legislative Update Associate County Attorney Danielle Mitchell provided...
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The Maryland Department of Agriculture announced that registration is now open for the 2023 Maryland Farmers Market Conference. The annual conference brings together local markets and farmers to share topics that will promote the success of farmers markets across the state. The conference will be held Wednesday, March 15, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30...
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Ever notice the bad cell phone reception near the Leonardtown High School and St Mary’s County Fairgrounds? After years of bad coverage and reception, this past week Verizon installed new antennae on the cell tower currently located at the St Mary’s County Fair grounds in Leonardtown. This upgrade was due to a special agreement...
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The 29th annual regional MATHCOUNTS competition challenged more than 150 students from 17 schools throughout Southern Maryland to test their math skills at Calvert High School in Prince Frederick on Saturday, February 4, 2023. A competitive technological world requires a proficiency in mathematics as a foundation for success in science, technology, and engineering. MATHCOUNTS...
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Calvert County will host a Community Resource Day for community members who need supportive services to connect with multiple services and resources in one day, at one place. The event will be held Friday, March 17, 2023, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Calvert Pines Senior Center, located at 450 W. Dares Beach Road...
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NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, Patuxent River, Md.: The U.S. Navy, in partnership with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) representatives, awarded an $8.6 million foreign military sale in December 2022 to Raytheon Intelligence & Space for the procurement and delivery of a Joint Precision Approach and Landing System (JPALS) unit. The Naval Air Traffic Management...
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Jonathan Ortega, an electrical engineer at Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Lakehurst, was presented with the Black Engineer of the Year Awards (BEYA) Modern-Day Technology Leader Award during the 37th annual BEYA Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Conference in Fort Washington, Maryland on Feb. 11. According to BEYA, Modern-Day Technology Leader...
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Brian Scolpino believes everyone should have a mentor; someone who provides career advice and guidance as you begin or continue your career with Naval Air Systems Command. To him, this is a critical element in your trajectory towards success. After a 40-year career with the command, you could easily take his word for it,...
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The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) is encouraging Marylanders to participate in National Community Supported Agriculture Farms Week from February 20- 26. During the week, Marylanders are encouraged to join a community-supported agriculture farm, also known as CSA, to obtain fresh produce and support local farmers. “CSAs present a great opportunity to get fresh,...
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The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners announces county offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 20, 2023, in observance of Presidents Day. In addition: The Appeal Solid Waste Facility, which includes the landfill and transfer station, and all county customer convenience centers will be open with normal operating hours. The Solomons Septage Receiving...
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Infuse fun and learning into your spring schedule as you explore seahorses, otters, fossils, and more at the Calvert Marine Museum. Bask in the harmonious sounds of The Eastman String Band during the March Maritime Performance Series concert. Thursdays, March 2, 9 & 16 – Sea Squirts: Seahorses 10:15 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. Children...
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The Maryland Public Service Commission will hold an in-person public comment hearing on the request by the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) to increase its electric distribution rates by $15.75 million. The utility’s customers and other interested parties are welcome to take part in the hearing scheduled for Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 7:00...
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The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Alcohol Enforcement Unit recently conducted a series of alcohol compliance checks at 17 businesses in St. Mary’s County. Fifteen of the establishments were found to be compliant, while two businesses failed to ask an underage Sheriff’s Office employee for identification. The covert compliance checks were conducted on Saturday,...
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The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Foundation announces that Danielle Conrow, Julie Lemmon and Teresa “Tiki” Shasho have joined the board as its newest directors. The new directors were voted in at the board’s Jan. 24 meeting. “The CSM Foundation continues to grow, and the new additions will help to make us stronger and...
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