The Office of the State Fire Marshal is alerting the public to a concerning new trend circulating on social media. Students insert electrically conductive objects into the charging ports of school-issued and personal electronic devices. This reckless behavior has been linked to several incidents resulting in fires, smoke, and property damage. As of May...
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On May 4, 2025, at approximately 7 a.m., Calvert County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the 9700 block of Wildfire Lane in Owings for the report of a motor vehicle theft. Upon arrival, it was discovered that unknown suspect(s) had stolen a 2016 white Dodge Journey from the victim’s driveway and stole a wallet...
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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources cautions anyone who encounters a fawn that is alone to avoid disturbing it and resist the urge to feed or handle it. Removing deer from the wild and keeping them in captivity is against the law in Maryland in order to protect animal welfare and ensure public safety. “Too often,...
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The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating several individuals currently wanted on various criminal charges. Authorities are urging anyone with information about their whereabouts to come forward. Wanted Individuals: Jesse Holland III is wanted for Escape. Jamar Arsenio Brown is wanted for Burglary 4th Degree. John Howard Ogle...
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The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Linda Turner as the new county administrator, effective July 1, 2025. Turner brings more than 20 years of experience in public administration, with a strong background in local government leadership, strategic management and community engagement. She has served as...
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Calvert County Public Schools (CCPS) is proud to announce that 10 of its schools have been awarded the prestigious Purple Star School designation by the Maryland State Department of Education for 2025. This honor recognizes schools that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to supporting military-connected students and their families. Established by the Maryland General Assembly...
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Christian Taylor Chism, 34, of Leonardtown, is facing multiple criminal charges following a confrontation with deputies during a traffic stop in Solomons during the early morning hours of April 26, 2025. According to court documents and the official statement of probable cause filed in the District Court for Calvert County, Chism was arrested at...
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A Prince Frederick woman is facing multiple theft charges after allegedly attempting to steal over $2,100 worth of merchandise from two retail stores in a single evening. According to charging documents from the District Court for Calvert County, Jerry Lee Duvall, 42, of Prince Frederick, was arrested on April 22, 2025, following incidents at...
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Attorney General Anthony G. Brown co-led a coalition of 23 attorneys general—joined by the governors of Kentucky and Pennsylvania—in filing a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s attempt to dismantle AmeriCorps by abruptly reducing the agency’s workforce by nearly 90%, cancelling its contracts, and closing $400 million worth of AmeriCorps-supported programs. AmeriCorps, an independent federal...
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Maryland Governor Wes Moore released the following statement on the Trump-Vance Administration’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal: “The president’s budget proposal would kill jobs, hollow out health care and public education, and accelerate the reckless assault on Maryland’s economy that started on January 20. This isn’t fiscal stewardship; it’s fiscal sabotage. This is not...
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On May 2, 2025, at 5 a.m., Demetrius Charles Dorsey, age 23, of La Plata, was arrested and charged in connection with numerous thefts of ATVs from across the region including King George County, Charles County, La Plata, Alexandria City, Prince William County, Prince George’s County and St. Mary’s County. Dorsey would seek out...
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On March 21, 2025, four students from Calvert County Public Schools’ Future Farmers of America (FFA) demonstrated exceptional leadership and career readiness during the Region 3 Leadership Development Events. Angelina Perez earned a gold medal in the Senior Prepared Speech competition and will advance to the state convention in June. Raleigh Sterling received a...
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Dance Performance: Unspoken Words. May 5, 7:30 – 10 p.m., Hank Willoughby Foundation Center for the Arts (FA Building), Brad and Linda Gottfried Theater, La Plata Campus at 8730 Mitchell Road in La Plata. This spring, CSM’s Dance Ensemble students dive deeper into exploring how “the body says what words cannot.” Join them as...
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The Calvert County Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Division, will host free paper shredding events for county residents and businesses. Shredding documents helps prevent identity theft by destroying confidential or sensitive information. The following shred events will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine: Saturday, May 17, 2025, at...
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Photographers and nature enthusiasts are invited to submit their most beautiful images of the state’s flora and fauna to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources 2025 Photo Contest. As in past years, winning entries will be featured on the next Maryland DNR nature calendar to be published in late fall, and all winners will receive...
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Governor Wes Moore announced the launch of the Maryland Business Ready Sites Program, a new initiative to boost economic growth by developing shovel-ready business sites statewide. Established by the governor’s economic competitiveness executive order in December 2024, the program provides $3.5 million in matching grants for site characterization and improvements designed to accelerate investment across...
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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is implementing changes to nontidal fishing license and trout stamp fees effective June 1, 2025. This represents the first adjustment to nontidal–or freshwater fishing–fees in almost 20 years, addressing the rising costs of maintaining conservation efforts and angler programs in the face of inflation. Maryland’s freshwater fishing licenses...
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month and residents are invited to “Chalk the Walk” at participating public locations throughout Calvert County to raise awareness about the importance of children’s mental health. The Calvert County Family Network (CCFN) and Department of Parks & Recreation, in partnership with Calvert County Public Schools, Calvert County Sheriff’s Office,...
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4/30/2025: A skunk found near Smithville Road in Dunkirk has tested positive for rabies. At this time there is no known contact with humans or pets. Rabies is a serious and potentially fatal virus that affects mammals, typically transmitted through bites or scratches. If exposed, it is critical to take immediate action to protect...
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Maryland State Police are reminding motorists to drive responsibly ahead of Cinco de Mayo weekend. To combat distracted, aggressive, and impaired driving, troopers at each of the 23 Maryland State Police barracks, as well as, the State Police Impaired Driving Reduction Effort (SPIDRE) Team will conduct statewide DUI saturation patrols and high-visibility enforcement. A...
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This May, our grateful nation will come together to honor its fallen fire service heroes during the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, the official national tribute to firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty last year. As part of this heartfelt commemoration, we invite landmarks, buildings, fire departments, and communities across...
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The Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department proudly hosted the 79th Annual Southern Maryland Volunteer Firemen’s Association Convention on Saturday and Sunday, April 26-27, 2025. This year’s convention held special significance as long-time Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department member Tommy Mattingly Jr., was instilled as President of the Southern Maryland Volunteer Firemen’s Association. The two-day event brought...
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Visitors to Maryland State Parks this year have a chance to win prizes such as a year-long admission pass and camping experiences by completing 25 parks-related challenges in 2025. The Maryland Park Service 25 in 2025 Adventure Challenge encourages visitors to find and photograph special scenic and historic features in several state parks. Visitors can register...
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Calvert County’s Homeless Service Board will host a Community Resource Fair to connect community members with multiple services at one convenient location. The event will take place on Friday, May 2, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the College of Southern Maryland Prince Frederick Campus, located at 115 J. W. Williams Road...
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A Miami Beach woman was arrested earlier this month after allegedly entering a residence without permission in Calvert County, according to court documents filed in the District Court for Calvert County. Yulia Gennadyevna Uvarova, 34, of Miami Beach, Florida, was charged with one count of fourth-degree burglary following an incident on April 1, 2025....
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