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Baltimore Ravens Supporting Girls Flag Football Kickoff in Southern Maryland

Baltimore Ravens Supporting Girls Flag Football Kickoff in Southern Maryland

On Wednesday, Sept. 3rd,2025, the third season of girls flag football will commence in Maryland as competitive play officially opens with ceremonies at Westlake High School and Henry E. Lackey High School, highlighting the newly established Southern Maryland Conference programs in Charles and Calvert Counties. The kickoff ceremonies will feature Ravens Cheerleaders, Legends and Poe...
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UPDATE: Strangles Outbreak Alert – Multiple Confirmed Cases in Southern Maryland with Over 30 Additional Cases Suspected in State

UPDATE: Strangles Outbreak Alert – Multiple Confirmed Cases in Southern Maryland with Over 30 Additional Cases Suspected in State

UPDATE 9/3/2025: Three additional horses in Maryland have tested positive for strangles, a contagious equine infection. A 5-year-old warmblood gelding at a boarding facility in Calvert County tested positive. In St. Mary’s County, two horses at a private facility are positive, including a suckling Hanoverian colt. All affected horses are under official quarantine. 17...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Responds to Report of Suspicious Activity near Leonardtown Elementary

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Responds to Report of Suspicious Activity near Leonardtown Elementary

Deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office determined that a report of suspicious activity near Leonardtown Elementary School on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, involved a juvenile wearing a Nerf mask and carrying a Nerf toy gun while walking on the sidewalk adjacent to the campus. No injuries were reported. Deputies were dispatched to...
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Brooklyn Man Faces More Than 20 Charges After Armed Standoff, Police Pursuit, and Domestic Assault in Calvert County

Brooklyn Man Faces More Than 20 Charges After Armed Standoff, Police Pursuit, and Domestic Assault in Calvert County

Raymond Travis Entsminger, 52, of Brooklyn, was arrested in Calvert County following what authorities describe as a violent domestic assault, an armed standoff, and a high-speed police pursuit. Court documents from the District Court of Maryland outline more than 20 charges against him, including felony assault, firearm violations, drug offenses, and numerous traffic violations....
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Man Flown to Trauma Center After Accident Involving Circular Saw in Lexington Park

Man Flown to Trauma Center After Accident Involving Circular Saw in Lexington Park

On Monday, September 1, 2025, at approximately 2:59 p.m., emergency medical services responded to the 48000 block of Helen Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported Hemorrhage/Lacerations. 911 callers reported a 40-year-old male suffered traumatic injuries to the hand after an accident involving a circular saw with serious bleeding. While emergency medical services responded...
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Charles County Student Progress on State Assessments Shows Increased Performance Across All Subjects

Charles County Student Progress on State Assessments Shows Increased Performance Across All Subjects

Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) students are gaining academic ground in English language arts (ELA), math and science according to MCAP assessment data released today by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). MCAP, or Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program, assessments measure a student’s mastery of content and readiness for the next grade level. The...
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One Transported to Trauma Center After Single Vehicle Strikes Pole and Flips in Callaway

One Transported to Trauma Center After Single Vehicle Strikes Pole and Flips in Callaway

On Monday, September 1, 2025, at approximately 2:05 p.m., firefighters from the Second District Volunteer Fire Department witnessed a serious motor vehicle collision and requested a rescue assignment at Piney Point Road and Take It Easy Ranch Road in Callaway. Police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded responded to the scene to find a...
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Longtime County Resident and Buffalo Owner Flown to Trauma Center After Being Struck by Buffalo in Hollywood

Longtime County Resident and Buffalo Owner Flown to Trauma Center After Being Struck by Buffalo in Hollywood

On Monday, September 1, 2025, at approximately 6:35 p.m., emergency medical services responded to the 25000 block of Allston Lane in Hollywood, for the reported traumatic injuries. 911 callers reported a 83-year-old male was struck by a buffalo with severe bleeding to the leg, with the 911 Dispatchers providing bleeding control instructions. Crews arrived...
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Maryland’s 2025 Archery Deer Season Opens September 5

Maryland’s 2025 Archery Deer Season Opens September 5

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will open the archery hunting season for white-tailed and sika deer on Sept. 5. The season runs through Jan. 31, 2026 with several breaks for muzzleloader and firearms season. In addition, the fourth annual Primitive Deer Hunt Days from Feb. 2 – 4, 2026 offer archers using vertical longbows and...
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Opening Night Productions Presents “What Was Done” in September 2025

Opening Night Productions Presents “What Was Done” in September 2025

The past comes back to haunt the present when Opening Night Productions presents Jack L.B. Gohn’s powerful “What Was Done,” opening Friday, Sept. 5 at the Indian Head Black Box Theatre, 4185 Indian Head Highway, Indian Head, MD 20640. Performances are Friday-Sunday, Sept. 5-14, with curtain times of 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday,...
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‘Women on the Water’ Fishing and Boating Workshop Welcomes Beginner Anglers and Paddlers

‘Women on the Water’ Fishing and Boating Workshop Welcomes Beginner Anglers and Paddlers

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is hosting “Women on the Water,” a free introductory workshop on boating and fishing for women and girls 12 and older, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, September 11, at Sandy Point State Park. While designed for women and girls, this program is open to anyone 12...
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CH-53K Heavy Lift Helicopter Completes Transport of F-35B from NAS Patuxent River to South Carolina

CH-53K Heavy Lift Helicopter Completes Transport of F-35B from NAS Patuxent River to South Carolina

NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, PATUXENT RIVER, MD.: A CH-53K heavy lift helicopter transported an inoperable F-35B Lightning II airframe from Naval Air Station (NAS) Patuxent River, Maryland to Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, South Carolina on Aug. 27. The King Stallion helicopter was flown by a Marine aircrew from Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron...
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California Man Arrested at Leonardtown Courthouse for Property Damage and Disturbance

California Man Arrested at Leonardtown Courthouse for Property Damage and Disturbance

Daniel Isaiah Garrison, 22, of California, was arrested on August 28, 2025, at the St. Mary’s County District Court after allegedly damaging property and resisting law enforcement officers during a disturbance at the courthouse. According to court documents, Garrison began yelling in a back conference room near Courtroom 2 at approximately 10:30 a.m. His...
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Large Amish Funeral Procession Set for Monday Morning, September 1st, 2025

Large Amish Funeral Procession Set for Monday Morning, September 1st, 2025

There will be a large Amish funeral for a young man that passed by drowning. The funeral is scheduled for Monday, September 1st, from 10:00 a.m., to 12:00 p.m. The funeral procession will be leaving the Hertzler farm on Bowling/Kentucky Avenue and traveling onto Trinity Church at 12:00 p.m., then heading up Trinity to...
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One Flown to Trauma Center After Vehicle Strikes Two Pedestrians and Big Dogs Paradise Building

One Flown to Trauma Center After Vehicle Strikes Two Pedestrians and Big Dogs Paradise Building

On Sunday, August 31, 2025, at approximately 1:52 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the Big Dogs Paradise located at 28765 Three Notch Road in Mechanicsville, for the serious motor vehicle collision involving pedestrians and the structure. Multiple 911 callers reported a vehicle struck two pedestrians and then the building, with...
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UPDATE: Over 20 Departments Respond to 14+Acre Brush Fire in Charles County

UPDATE: Over 20 Departments Respond to 14+Acre Brush Fire in Charles County

UPDATE 8/31/2025: Forestry crews remain on scene – Firefighters operated for over 8 hours on an approximate 14+ acre brush fire off of Bluff Point Road in Nanjemoy, MD. Maryland DNR / Forestry responded with several pieces of heavy equipment along with private dozers and skid steers to assist firefighters to cut fire lines...
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Lexington Park Man Faces Felony Charges After He Allegedly Slammed Dog on Concrete

Lexington Park Man Faces Felony Charges After He Allegedly Slammed Dog on Concrete

Darius Chew, 21, of Lexington Park, has been formally charged with two felony counts of aggravated animal cruelty and two misdemeanor counts of animal cruelty following a disturbing incident captured on surveillance video, according to court documents filed in St. Mary’s County District Court. Chew was arrested on August 27, 2025, in connection with...
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Lexington Park Man Charged After Trespassing and Theft Incident at Walmart

Lexington Park Man Charged After Trespassing and Theft Incident at Walmart

Craig Andrew Kennedy, 61, of Lexington Park, is facing multiple misdemeanor charges following an incident at the Walmart located on Miramar Way in California, St. Mary’s County. The charges include trespassing, theft, resisting arrest, and carrying a concealed weapon, according to court documents filed in District Court for St. Mary’s County. The incident occurred...
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Maryland State Police Arrest Bowie Man Following Alleged Armed Road Rage Incident

Maryland State Police Arrest Bowie Man Following Alleged Armed Road Rage Incident

Maryland State Police arrested a Bowie man and seized multiple firearms following an alleged felony assault with a firearm on Central Avenue in Prince George’s County. The accused is identified as Justus McDougal, 24, of Bowie, Maryland.  McDougal was arrested yesterday and criminally charged with first- and second-degree assault, using a firearm during a...
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No Injuries Reported, Two Rescued After 40 Foot Yacht Catches Fire in St. Mary’s River

No Injuries Reported, Two Rescued After 40 Foot Yacht Catches Fire in St. Mary’s River

On Saturday, August 30, 2025, at approximately 1:17 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services were dispatched to the area of the St. Mary’s River and Potomac River, for the reported open water rescue with a vessel on fire. Multiple 911 callers reported two subjects were in the water with a 40ft boat on...
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Maryland State Police Boosting Enforcement Efforts for a Safer Labor Day 2025

Maryland State Police Boosting Enforcement Efforts for a Safer Labor Day 2025

The Maryland State Police urge all motorists to prioritize safety during Labor Day weekend and to avoid impaired, distracted, and aggressive driving to protect yourself and others on the road. Maryland State Troopers from all 23 barracks across the state will conduct high-visibility patrols from Friday, August 29 to Sunday, August 31. The State...
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Man Flown to Trauma Center After Intentionally Striking Utility Pole in Great Mills

Man Flown to Trauma Center After Intentionally Striking Utility Pole in Great Mills

On Saturday, August 30, 2025, at approximately 2:15 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Point Lookout Road and Indian Bridge Road in Great Mills, for the reported suicide attempt and motor vehicle collision. 911 callers reported a male had threatened suicide and was last known to be in...
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18-Year-Old From Great Mills Faces Gun Charges After Home Search

18-Year-Old From Great Mills Faces Gun Charges After Home Search

Kashif Delouis Dyson Jr., 18, of Great Mills, was arrested on August 27, 2025, following the execution of a search and seizure warrant in Lexington Park. According to court documents, Dyson has been charged with three misdemeanor offenses: possession of a firearm by a minor, wearing or carrying a handgun, and wearing or carrying...
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VIDEO UPDATE: First Responders Save Man After Medical Emergency Leads to Crash in Lexington Park

VIDEO UPDATE: First Responders Save Man After Medical Emergency Leads to Crash in Lexington Park

UPDATE 8/29/2025: Deputy Bianca Milton was honored with a Life Saving Award. At approximately 12:10 p.m., deputies, firefighters, and EMS personnel responded to Lexwood Drive and Lexwood Court after multiple 911 callers reported that a driver suffering a medical emergency had struck a parked vehicle. Deputy Milton arrived on scene in less than two...
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Waldorf Shoppers Food Store on List of Maryland Locations Set to Close in October 2025

Waldorf Shoppers Food Store on List of Maryland Locations Set to Close in October 2025

Shoppers Food has announced an additional four Maryland stores set to close by mid-October of 2025. 2286 Middlesex, 1200 Eastern Blvd., Essex, MD 2339 New Carrollton, 7790 Riverdale Rd., New Carrollton, MD 2349/2414 Waldorf, 1170 W. Smallwood Dr., Waldorf, MD 2374 Westminster, 551 Jermor Ln., Westminster, MD The company did not give a reason...
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