Southern Maryland residents will have a rare opportunity to see the SCAG Power Equipment Funny Car up close during a special display event at Guy Brothers Marine on Thursday, May 28, 2026. The event will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Guy Brothers Marine, located at 23470 Budds Creek Road in...
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The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) welcomed 41 business students to its Delta Phi chapter of the international honor society, Kappa Beta Delta, representing the largest class in CSM history. Inductees were recognized during a ceremony at the Regional Hughesville Campus on Thursday, April 23. The honor society is open to business students in...
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The Calvert Marine Museum invites guests to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Night at the Museum for Friends with Disabilities, a special evening dedicated to discovery, accessibility, and community connection. Held in partnership with Calvert County Parks & Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation Services, the museum and grounds will open exclusively for individuals with disabilities and...
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Sgt. Kevin Molitor was named Naval Air Station Patuxent River’s Police Officer of the Year for 2026 in a special ceremony hosted by the St. Mary’s County Commissioners and Department of Aging and Human Services. Molitor, a Naval District Washington Police Officer stationed at Pax River, joined the air station’s Security Department in January...
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Huntingtown High School graduate Anthony Smith is officially headed to the NFL after being selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the seventh round of the 2026 NFL Draft with the 218th overall pick. Smith, a standout wide receiver who finished his college career at East Carolina University, now becomes one of the latest Southern...
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Several small wins on scratch-off games led to a $77,777 top prize win on the Lucky 7s Multiplier ticket. A St. Mary’s County man, who said he rarely plays Lottery games, takes home the big prize. The Charlotte Hall waterman was on his way home from work when he netted good fortune. He stopped...
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The Charles County Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., in a hybrid format, both virtually and in person at the Charles County Government Building, 200 Baltimore Street, La Plata, Maryland, to consider the Bill #2026-05, Property Tax Credit for Volunteer Emergency Responders. The bill amends Chapter...
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A new discount retailer is expected to move into Calvert County, bringing a different kind of shopping experience to the region. Ocean State Job Lot, a northeastern discount chain known for deeply discounted merchandise and “treasure hunt” shopping, is slated to open a new store in late 2026 at the Fox Run Shopping Center...
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A semi-retired writer from Waldorf just took home a win of a lifetime. It was as if she were writing this story herself, as she said she always knew she would win a big Lottery prize one day. Her story arc reached a peak April 24 when she claimed a $100,000 top prize on...
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Anglers are invited to take part in Benedict’s 3rd Annual Catfish Tournament on Saturday, May 2, 2026, with a rain date scheduled for May 9. The tournament will take place along the Patuxent River, with fishing hours running from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Participants will then head to the firehouse for weigh-in from...
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Cheer Extreme Allstars – Calvert (CEA Calvert) proudly celebrates a major victory on the world stage as its team, Black Ice, secured 1st place in the Senior Co-ed Small Level 3 Division at the 2026 All Star World Championship. Competing against top teams from across the country and around the world, Black Ice delivered...
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The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) tonight honored 51 trauma professionals and first responders who saved the life of a 16-year-old Montgomery County high school student who was on the brink of death after being shot at a party in 2024. More than 700 people attended the trauma...
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A jackpot chaser from Upper Marlboro is counting his blessings after winning a $500,000 Powerball Double Play prize. He was seeking the jackpot on April 11 when he purchased five sets of numbers, adding the Double Play and Power Play options for $1 each for a total cost of $20. And even though the...
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The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office has issued a traffic advisory ahead of the Southern Maryland Fireman’s Parade scheduled for Sunday, April 26, 2026, on Solomons Island. The parade is set to begin at 12:00 p.m. and conclude at approximately 2:00 p.m., with officials warning of significant vehicle congestion and heavy pedestrian traffic throughout the...
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office has announced the retirement of Sergeant George Higgs, marking the end of a law enforcement career spanning 28 years and nine months. Sergeant Higgs began his career with the agency in August 1997 as a Corrections Officer. He later transitioned to Patrol before spending nearly 15 years as a...
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Calvert County Public Schools is pleased to announce that Dr. Melaney Sanchez, a teacher librarian at Mount Harmony Elementary, has been selected as a delegate to the We the Teachers: Preparing the Next Generation Through History & Civics national fellowship program at William & Mary. Led by W&M’s Strategic Cultural Partnerships division and undertaken in partnership...
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A military veteran who enjoys the Maryland Lottery Pick games had an excellent week as he was among many winners in the April 9 evening Pick 5 drawing when the combination 10110 hit. Not only did the Prince George’s man take home a $50,000 top prize thanks to a $1 bet, he also played...
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The Butterfly Effect Project, Inc. (The BEP) has launched in Southern Maryland. This new non-profit provides an innovative approach to meet the need for wellness services in the community. The BEP aims to provide mental health and related services to those who face financial barriers. To achieve this goal, The BEP has partnered with...
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In November of 2022, the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department signed their contract for the order of a new Pierce Tractor Drawn Aerial. Pierce began production in November of 2025. This new Pierce 107’ aerial will be assigned as Truck 3 out of the Lexington Park Station 3. Bay District Volunteer Fire Department received...
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Almost Eight Months.. That’s how long Liam’s family held onto hope… almost eight months of wondering, searching, and missing their boy. Then, one small act of kindness changed everything. A woman in another county noticed a new cat quietly appearing around her neighborhood. Instead of assuming he had been abandoned, she chose to help....
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This April and May, our grateful communities 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. The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation launched Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters...
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For many Marylanders, springtime is synonymous with fishing and the state’s waterways offer a bounty of different fish to pursue. Most Maryland anglers already know about the diverse fishing opportunities throughout the state, but now the word is spreading about what makes Maryland a premier fishing destination. The website FishingBooker recently published its fourth...
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Elected leaders joined together this week to mark the completion of the St. Mary’s County Regional Airport runway extension project, which received nearly $1 million in State funding to help unlock federal grants. The infrastructure project includes an updated terminal interior and new outdoor enhancements, and marks a continuation of the Moore-Miller Administration’s work...
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A $1.7 million Multi-Match jackpot ticket sold in Callaway was the Maryland Lottery’s biggest prize of the past week. The big winner in Maryland’s in-state jackpot game had not yet come forward to claim the prize as of March 23. Scratch-off games also delivered major wins last week, including a $1 million prize claimed...
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Maryland Environmental Trust has approved 21 grants totaling $205,134 to be awarded for community cleanup, environmental stewardship, and tree planting projects through the Keep Maryland Beautiful program. The 2026 program marks 40 consecutive years of grantmaking to support environmental projects that conserve and care for Maryland’s natural resources. Grants currently are funded by the Maryland Environmental...
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