Frederick Alric Echols, 56, of La Plata, is charged with first-degree assault and second-degree assault following an alleged stabbing that left a woman seriously injured outside a Waldorf hotel on March 6, 2026, according to court documents. Court records state that deputies with the Charles County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported stabbing in...
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The Cobb Island Volunteer Fire & EMS Department Inc, & Cobb Island Auxiliary, regretfully announces the passing of Past President and Life Member Sam Bowling Sam passed away peacefully on the morning of March 14, 2026, at the Harmony House on Rt 228. Sam dedicated his life to the Fire and EMS service within...
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Maryland State Police are urging Marylanders to be cautious of a phone scam circulating in which impersonators pretend to be law enforcement officers in order to steal personal information. Police are receiving reports from citizens about scammers who are fraudulently identifying themselves as police officers or troopers to gain financial information or money from...
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UPDATE 3/15/2026: The National Weather Service has upgraded our severe potential outlook again, we are now at Level 4 of 5 as Severe Storms are going to be moving into our area along with the cold front. Morning (7–11 AM): Periods of rain and showers move through the region. This activity will be important because...
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On Saturday, March 14, 2026, at approximately 9:55 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the intersection of Crain Highway and Smallwood Drive in Waldorf, for the motor vehicle collision with injuries. Crews arrived on the scene to find no entrapment, one vehicle into a pole and three patients for evaluation. EMS...
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On Friday, March 13, 2026, at approximately 2:41 a.m., firefighters from Mechanicsville, Seventh District, Hughesville, Hollywood and Charles County responded to the 39000 block of Harper’s Corner Road in Mechanicsville, for the reported structure fire. 911 callers reported a fire in the bathroom. Firefighters arrived on scene to find fire showing from the 1-story...
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Practicing safe catch-and-release fishing is always important for conserving fish populations, and these techniques are all the more critical for Maryland’s striped bass now, which have struggled to produce a strong new generation of fish in recent years. Catch-and-release fishing is a great way for anglers to pursue fish while also conserving the population, allowing...
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UPDATE 3/12/2026 @ 2:00 pm: On March 11 at approximately 6:46 p.m., officers responded to the 2200 block of Davis Road for the report of a shooting. A preliminary investigation showed that the victim was standing outside a residence when an unknown suspect drove up in a dark colored SUV and fired multiple shots,...
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The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) will receive more than $1.7 million in federal funding to support a new Aviation Maintenance Technology Program and a Water and Wastewater Treatment Program. The FY2026 Appropriations Package, signed February 3, includes $1.7 million of Congressionally Directed Spending allocated to CSM for these initiatives. CSM President Dr. Yolanda...
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On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at approximately 1:27 p.m., firefighters from Waldorf, La Plata and surrounding departments responded to the 10700 block of Esprit Place in White Plains, for the structure on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find smoke and fire showing from the 3-story middle of the group townhouse. Firefighters made...
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating two separate shootings in the county that occurred within an hour of each other. At approximately 6:46 p.m., officers responded to the 2200 block of Davis Road for the report of a shooting. A preliminary investigation showed that a 26-year-old male was standing outside a residence...
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The Maryland Public Service Commission will hold two virtual public hearings to receive public input on Washington Gas Light’s proposal to increase its gas distribution rates. The hearings will be held Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6 p.m. and Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6 p.m. The utility’s customers and other stakeholders are welcome to attend one or...
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Spring can be a season of renewal, but for those who are grieving, it can also bring tender reminders of loss. Chesapeake Life Center offers a variety of workshops and support groups designed to provide connection, comfort and hope during this time of healing. From creative art experiences and nature-inspired programs to skill-building workshops...
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Attorney General Anthony G. Brown released the following multistate statement regarding the ongoing antitrust case against Live Nation, which owns Ticketmaster, for unlawfully monopolizing the live entertainment industry and concert ticketing services: “In May 2024, a bipartisan group of state attorneys general joined the U.S. Department of Justice to sue Live Nation for monopolizing...
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UPDATE: One victim located at a nearby hospital with a gunshot wound that appears to be non-life-threatening. Police are investigating if there are multiple victims. 3/11/2026: On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at approximately 7:24 p.m., police responded to Jennie Run Drive in La Plata, for multiple 911 calls reporting shots fired. Police arrived on...
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Maryland State Police are urging motorists to avoid aggressive, distracted and impaired driving throughout St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Maryland State Troopers from all 23 barracks, including the State Police Impaired Driving Reduction Effort (SPIDRE) team, will focus on aggressive, distracted and impaired driving while conducting increased saturation patrols along roadways where impaired driving-related crashes...
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Maryland’s sports wagering market generated $7,318,939 in contributions to the state during February 2026. Through the first eight months of Fiscal Year 2026 (July 2025 through February 2026), sports wagering has returned a total of $96,852,199 to the state. Sports bettors in Maryland wagered $515,655,127 during February and won back $464,594,429 in prizes. Sportsbook...
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Multiple large-scale illegal car rallies were prevented or dismantled and two arrests were made by members of the Maryland Car Rally Task Force and partner law enforcement agencies this past weekend across Prince George’s and Montgomery counties. The joint operation started at 10 p.m. Saturday night and continued through 4:00 am Sunday morning. High...
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The University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center, a member of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), has earned a Healthgrades’ 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award, one of only five hospitals recognized in Maryland, for the second year in a row. This achievement reflects UM Charles Regional’s resolute commitment to safe, patient-centered care...
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The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC), a division of the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland, is officially seeking a premier location to host the 2026 Buy Local Challenge (BLC) Celebration. Farms, wineries, and established agritourism venues throughout Southern Maryland are invited to submit applications to showcase their property as the backdrop for this...
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The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development released its Fiscal Year 2025 Agency Impact Report, which spotlights the Department’s work to produce more affordable housing, support local businesses and create lovable places across the state. In Fiscal Year 2025, the Department’s programs generated $8.5 billion in economic impact, $1.9 billion in wages and salaries...
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On Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at approximately 1:55 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the intersection of Leonardtown Road and Mattawoman Beantown Road in Waldorf, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving a school bus with possible entrapment. 911 callers reported a sedan rear-ended a school bus, with unknown occupancy and...
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The Charles County Commissioners reviewed and advanced several legislative and planning initiatives during their recent meeting, including the creation of an independent Inspector General office, housing development updates, and zoning changes aimed at supporting retail and residential growth. Independent Office of the Inspector General Proposed County Attorney Wes Adams presented legislation to formally establish...
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Last week, the Humane Society of Charles County (HSCC), the county’s only no-kill animal shelter, issued an urgent plea for help as the organization faced the possibility of closing its doors after more than 50 years of serving the community. After issuing the public plea earlier this week, the shelter originally sought to raise $125,000...
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In response to continued community interest and the deep need for support after the loss of a beloved pet, Chesapeake Life Center is pleased to bring back its popular Pet Loss Workshop, offering comfort, connection and healthy coping strategies for grieving adults. The free workshop will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m....
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