Underwater grass abundance–a key indicator of water quality and habitat–remained steady in 2023 in the state’s portion of Chesapeake Bay, reaching 37,770 acres, according to data released this week by the Chesapeake Bay Program and Maryland’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Overall, an estimated 82,937 acres of underwater grasses, also called submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV),...
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Kyrie Jabril Smith, 23, of Raleigh, North Carolina, has been charged by criminal summons with multiple counts of theft and a theft scheme involving Southern Maryland Flooring Company. According to court documents, Smith allegedly stole over $20,000 through fraudulent transactions and thefts between April and May 2024. Smith is accused of opening a fraudulent...
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In a significant breakthrough in an ongoing controlled dangerous substance investigation, Diana Eugenia Halloran, 66, of Bryans Road, was arrested on July 19, 2024, at her residence in Charles County. Halloran faces multiple charges related to drug distribution and the illegal possession of a firearm. The arrest followed a search and seizure warrant obtained...
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Larry Douglas Murphy, 63, of Waldorf, has been charged with multiple offenses following a violent incident with a female victim. The charges include first-degree assault, second-degree assault, and possession of drug paraphernalia. The incident occurred in the early hours of July 24, 2024, at Murphy’s residence on Crain Highway. According to court documents, the...
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On July 12, 2024, at approximately 8:58 PM, officers responded to a reported domestic assault on Moran Drive in Waldorf. Upon arrival, the victim reported an altercation with her husband Guadalupe Campos Ramos, Jr., 64, of Waldorf. The victim stated that the argument began in the upstairs master bedroom over Guadalupe’s alleged infidelity. As...
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A routine traffic stop in La Plata, led to the arrest of Courtney Alexis Mearis, 22, of Port Tobacco, who now faces multiple charges, including drug distribution and driving under the influence. According to court documents, Officer McGovern of the La Plata Police Department observed Mearis’s gold Buick making erratic maneuvers in the early...
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Tarot Revisited. Through Aug.15. Tony Hungerford Memorial Art Gallery, La Plata Campus. Members of CSM’s Art Club, advised by Professor Andrew Wodzianski, present new interpretations of Tarot cards in their annual summer exhibition in the Tony Hungerford Memorial Art Gallery. Free. https://www.csmd.edu/calendar/2024/05/tarot-revisited-gallery.html 33rd Annual Golf Classic Tournament. Aug 8. Swan Point Yacht and Country Club. Join us...
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Robert Ryan Smith, a 36-year-old police officer from Charles County, Maryland, was charged with unauthorized vehicle removal and driving under the influence. The charges are connected to an incident that took place on December 3, 2023, at the Moose Lodge located on Mechanicsville Road in Mechanicsville. According to court documents, St, Mary’s County Deputy...
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In a heartwarming display of community service, the Waldorf Volunteer Fire Department went above and beyond this afternoon by rescuing a citizen’s bird that had found itself in a precarious situation. The bird, experiencing its first flight, became stranded high in a tree and unable to descend. A concerned owner, worried about their feathered...
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The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Friday evening in Fort Washington. The collision resulted in the death of 77-year-old Louise Wilder from White Plains. On July 26, 2024, around 6:15 p.m., officers were dispatched to the intersection of Indian Head Highway...
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After 28 years and three months of dedicated service, Rhonda Hurt is retiring from her role as a civilian employee at the Charles County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO). Her journey began in 1995 when she joined as a volunteer after attending a community meeting aimed at starting a neighborhood watch program for her street. Little...
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On July 30th, Teen Court continues their partnership with OmmWorks by offering the sixth session in their eight-part Mother-Daughter series. This session, titled “Be Expressive,” invites participants to explore various forms of expression, including style, art, and communication. The event will take place from 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM at the Charles County Sheriff’s...
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The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) demonstrated its community spirit by participating in the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs’ game on July 12. CSM’s Emergency Medical Services Professor and Program Coordinator, April Rollins, along with CSM Clinical Coordinator, Martina Greene, were key figures in the event, mingling with fans and sharing information about CSM’s educational...
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Get ready for a weekend of high-speed excitement at the 18th Annual St. Mary’s County National Lawn Mower Races, hosted at Bowles Farms on August 2nd and 3rd. This thrilling event promises two nights of fast-paced racing action, bringing together some of the quickest mowers in the country. Event Details – Admission: $10 (children...
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The Nanjemoy Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary has announced with deep sorrow the passing of one of their cherished members, Kay O’Connor. Kay, who dedicated over 25 years of her life to the Fire Department’s Auxiliary and the Fire Department, was a pillar of the community, known for her unwavering commitment and warm personality. Kay’s...
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The Paris 2024 Olympics have become a showcase for athletic talent from around the world, and Maryland is well-represented with several standout athletes competing in various events. These athletes have demonstrated exceptional skill, dedication, and sportsmanship, making their home state proud on the international stage. One of the most anticipated performances came from gymnast...
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UPDATE 7/30/2024 – Charles County Sheriff’s Office Press Release: On July 24 at 12:37 a.m., officers working on a detail relating to stolen cars observed a red Toyota Prius parked near Hamilton Place in Waldorf. Officers confirmed the vehicle had been reported stolen in St. Mary’s County, and as officers approached, the driver of...
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In Maryland, the distinction between being arrested and receiving a criminal summons can significantly impact an individual’s legal experience. The decision between these two legal actions hinges on several factors, including the severity of the alleged crime, the risk posed by the suspect, procedural considerations, and potentially, the suspect’s race, sex, or community status....
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On July 21, 2024, at 12:40 p.m., officers responded to the 2300 block of Alava Court in Waldorf for the report of an assault in progress. When officers arrived, the suspect, Gary Courtney Stewart, age 50, of S.E. Washington, D.C., had already fled the area. A preliminary investigation showed Stewart punched the victim in...
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“The fact that their lineage is so ancient, and their biology differs so dramatically from humans makes them seem almost alien.” It’s a cycle that has existed each spring for millions of years: as dusk falls along the Delaware Bay, thousands of horseshoe crabs come ashore to lay their eggs, which then become food...
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On Wednesday, July 24, The Charles County Board of Commissioners was joined by the Charles County Department of Recreation, Parks and Tourism and the Charles County Economic Development Department to celebrate the county’s purchase of the former Sears Building at the St. Charles Towne Center. The building will be converted into a sports and...
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The Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) teamed up with Special Olympics Maryland to teach survival techniques for an active shooter scenario to Special Olympics athletes at a Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions program in Sykesville on July 17. NRP’s training division presented its Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) course as part...
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UPDATE 7/25/2024: Maryland State Police continue to investigate a two-car crash on Wednesday that claimed two lives and sent another to the hospital in Charles County. The deceased are Norma Matthews, 81, of Lowell, Massachusetts, and Virginia Licata, 86, of Blackwood, New Jersey. Matthews was pronounced deceased at the scene by emergency medical services...
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Tony Covington, State’s Attorney for Charles County, announced that on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, Charles County Circuit Court Judge Makeba Gibbs sentenced Daevian Davon Christian Hurd, 23, of Indian Head, to 5 years in prison for the Sexual Abuse of a Minor. On July 31, 2023, Hurd entered a guilty plea to the above-mentioned...
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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will provide $21.5 million in Waterway Improvement Fund allocations to communities and projects throughout Maryland in Fiscal Year 2025, which began July 1. The funds will support new and improved public boating access facilities, dredging of navigable public waterways; emergency vessels and equipment for local first responders; and other important...
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