Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) employees recently held a fund-raising event and donated $63,000 to three shelters serving Southern Maryland: Lifestyles of Maryland, Inc.—Robert J. Fuller Transitional House of Charles County, Project Echo, Inc. of Calvert County, and Three Oaks Center of St. Mary’s County. “A home is more than shelter from the elements....
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Southern Maryland residents young and old should look skyward on Tuesday, Dec. 9, between 10 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. ET as Adm. Saint Nicholas takes to the air on his annual holiday readiness flight. Locals can catch a glimpse of Nicholas — flying under his seasonal call sign “Claus” — as he lifts off...
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The Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) is conducting its annual “Boatload of Toys” holiday gift drive at several locations across the state in advance of the 2025 holiday season. NRP officers are collecting donations of new, unopened toys for local children in need. The program is part of the national United States Marine Toys...
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Experience the magic of the season with our Museum Division! Families are invited to don their coziest Christmas jammies or festive holiday outfits and head to the U.S. Colored Troops (USCT) Interpretive Center on Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., for a joyful holiday Open House you won’t want to...
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The State’s Attorney’s Office for Charles County (SAO) is proud to launch its fifth annual “Drive Sober” initiative, renewing its commitment to raising awareness about the serious dangers of impaired driving and helping community members make safe, responsible choices. The campaign will run throughout the holiday season — November 24, 2025, through January 1,...
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A crab cake dinner and some investments in the family business were on the horizon for a Waldorf man Nov. 20 after he claimed a $50,000 prize on the $50 Maryland Lottery scratch-off game $5,000,000 Fortune. Well, those things and more Lottery playing as well. “I love playing,” he said after making the claim...
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The Calvert County Department of Parks & Recreation announces that site preparation, including staking out work areas, bringing supplies to the site and setting up temporary facilities, begins this week at Ward Farm Recreation and Nature Park. Construction is scheduled to begin in late November 2025 on a new multipurpose community building and restroom...
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Children’s Aid, Inc., a nonprofit organization helping Calvert County families since 2009, is holding its online Mini Holiday Auction from November 23 to December 3, 2025. The fundraiser features over 40 auction items, including ballet, symphony, and theatre tickets, singing and dance lessons, wine and beer tastings, hotel getaways, restaurant and retail gift certificates,...
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The Board of Public Works approved nearly $3.7 million in grants from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources to local governments and land trusts for recreation and land conservation in Baltimore City and Baltimore, Frederick, Howard, Montgomery, St. Mary’s, Washington, Wicomico, and Worcester counties. About $700,000 in Program Open Space – Local funding was approved for...
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A St. Mary’s County woman, and lottery enthusiast, had taken a break from playing but on a recent day while at a store buying soda, she decided to end her lottery hiatus and try her luck with a FAST PLAY ticket. She bought a few $10 Lucky Numbers games and was able to capture...
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A Calvert County man is celebrating the long-imagined thrill of a Maryland Lottery win after claiming a Bonus Match 5 prize he scored back in September. Winner Philip Hueller visited Lottery headquarters on Nov. 17 to claim his $50,000 prize and share the story behind his memorable moment. Philip, who has played Lottery games...
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A St. Mary’s County man went to the store to buy a FAST PLAY Fat Wallet ticket. After the purchase, he is going to need a much fatter wallet because he won $459,932 on the game. “I was getting ready for a trip to gas up my car. I decided to go inside and...
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The holiday season begins in Leonardtown when Santa arrives for Christmas on the Square & the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in the Town Square on Friday, November 28, 2025. The festivities begin at 4:30 PM with holiday music, entertainment, sleigh rides, train rides, hayrides, live nativity, balloon art, face painting, children’s crafts, hot drinks,...
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Associate Professor of Special Education Katherine Koch, MEd, Ph.D., NRP, recently published a new book, “Case Studies in EMS: A Reflective Approach.” The collection explores real-world emergency medical services (EMS) situations for paramedics, EMTs, students and educators to enhance their decision-making in emergency response situations. Koch specializes in teaching courses on special education, including...
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Aarchi Patel from Perry Hall and Garry Davis from Mechanicsville recently visit Lottery headquarters to participate in the final Unlock the Cash Second-Chance Promotion Live Game event, walking away with cash and scratch-off prizes. In the Unlock the Cash Live Game, there are six safes, with cash amounts and/or scratch-off prizes inside. The winners,...
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The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office invites you to the coolest event in Southern Maryland, the 2025 St. Mary’s Splash, on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Point Lookout State Park. Join the fun and take the plunge to support Special Olympics Maryland – St. Mary’s County, which provides year-round sports training and competition for...
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Nestled in the heart of Leonardtown, Maryland, Boone’s Bagels & Market is your destination for delicious, Bagels So Fresh, They’re Ready Whenever You Are , premium sandwiches, and gourmet offerings. We blend tradition with creativity, offering a variety of bagel flavors, schmears, and sandwiches, all crafted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. In addition to...
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The Chesapeake Ghost organization is excited to announce the launch of its inaugural Ghost Holiday Home Run Baseball & Softball Equipment Drive. The community-focused initiative aims to collect new and gently used baseball and softball gear to donate to local recreation leagues, ensuring every child has the necessary equipment to play the game they love. Inspired by...
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A St. Mary’s County woman is celebrating a flooring win after claiming a $50,000 top prize on the $5 Break the Bank scratch-off. The regular player recently visited Lottery headquarters Nov. 10 to claim her prize and share her story. A Lottery enthusiast for more than 25 years, she said her biggest win before...
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St. Mary’s County Government’s Department of Aging & Human Services (DAHS), in proud collaboration with St. Mary’s County Library, is excited to announce the launch of Memory Kits, a new resource designed to support cognitive health among older adults and individuals experiencing cognitive decline. These specially curated Memory Kits are now available for borrowing...
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Last month, Maryland representatives joined officials from around the Mid-Atlantic region to put forth a revised Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement that includes firm timelines, required pollution reductions, and ambitious, yet reachable goals for improving the health of the Bay. The Chesapeake Bay Program’s Principals’ Staff Committee approved the revised Agreement at its Oct. 28...
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A Prince George’s County player is going from counting reps to counting cash, thanks to a $150,000 third-tier win on the Oct. 18 Powerball drawing. The big winner was leaving the gym on Oct. 16 when he stopped at Keller’s Market at 15624 Livingston Road in Accokeek to play his regular Lottery games. A...
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Charles County announced that all three major national bond rating agencies—Fitch Ratings, S&P Global Ratings, and Moody’s Investors Service—have reaffirmed the county’s Triple-A bond rating, the highest possible designation. Representatives from each agency met with county leaders to review the county’s financial health, budget management, external audits, and economic development efforts. This reaffirmation reflects...
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Demonstrating a continued commitment to helping those in need – both at home and abroad – the members of the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department have donated 55 sets of retired turnout gear to fire departments in the Philippines that lack access to critical protective equipment. This generous donation was part of a larger...
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The 4th Annual No Hunger November Food Drive, organized by the Maryland State Police – La Plata Barrack, began on Saturday, November 1. The initiative brings together multiple law enforcement agencies to fight hunger across Southern Maryland throughout the month. Captain Bagley, Acting Sergeant Johnston, and Maryland State Troopers collected 2,600 pounds of food...
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