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St. Mary’s County Government Independence Day Operations 2024

St. Mary’s County Government Independence Day Operations 2024

All St. Mary’s County Government (SMCG) administrative offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in observance of Independence Day. Offices will resume normal operating schedules on Friday, July 5, 2024. The July 4 closure also includes: All three St. Mary’s County Libraries (Charlotte Hall, Leonardtown, and Lexington Park) All three Senior Activity...
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NAS Patuxent River July 2024 Holiday Hours

NAS Patuxent River July 2024 Holiday Hours

NAS Patuxent River will observe holiday routine July 4 for the Independence Day holiday. Pax River’s Gate 1 will be open 24/7, while Gates 2 and 3 will be closed that day. Pax River will observe a modified holiday routine for July 5; Gate 1 remains open 24/7, Gate 2 will be open from...
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Charles County Government July 2024 Holiday Schedule

Charles County Government July 2024 Holiday Schedule

The County Administrator wishes to remind residents of changes to operating schedules for the month of July: Thursday, July 4 (Independence Day) All Charles County Government offices and the Charles County Animal Care Center in Hughesville will be closed. The Charles County Landfill, Piney Church Road Mulch Facility, and all recycling centers will be...
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Calvert County Government Announces 2024 Independence Day Schedule

Calvert County Government Announces 2024 Independence Day Schedule

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners announces county offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in observance of Independence Day. In addition: The Appeal Solid Waste Facility, which includes the landfill and transfer station, and all county customer convenience centers will be closed on Thursday, July 4. The Solomons Septage Receiving...
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Teen Flown Out After Traumatic Injuries in Tall Timbers

Teen Flown Out After Traumatic Injuries in Tall Timbers

On Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at approximately 2:34 p.m., fire and emergency medical services responded to the 18000 block of River Road in Tall Timbers, for the traumatic injuries with one patient in the water. Firefighters from Second District and Ridge were dispatched for boats due to reports of the patient being in the...
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Town of Chesapeake Beach Fireworks Display POSTPONED Due to Expected Wind/Weather

Town of Chesapeake Beach Fireworks Display POSTPONED Due to Expected Wind/Weather

The Town of Chesapeake Beach Fireworks Display scheduled for Wednesday, July 3, 2024, is postponed due to the expected high wind gusts and wave action in the Chesapeake Bay, Wednesday evening. While the decision is difficult, it is imperative to ensure that the Town can provide a safe display for both our spectators and...
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Maryland Awarded $1.2 Million in First Cohort of the Community Forestry Catalyst Fund

Maryland Awarded $1.2 Million in First Cohort of the Community Forestry Catalyst Fund

Six community-based and local government organizations in Maryland will receive a combined $1.2 million over the next two years as part of a federal Inflation Reduction Act-supported grantmaking program. The Maryland Forest Service received and forwarded 22 applications statewide for the inaugural round of awards to the Community Forestry Catalyst Fund, which aims to...
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Historic St. Mary’s City River Concert and Fireworks on July 5th, 2024

Historic St. Mary’s City River Concert and Fireworks on July 5th, 2024

A Southern Maryland tradition, this family-friendly music festival, and winner of two Governor’s Awards for Arts, Tourism, and Community Economic Development will again be held on the St. Mary’s College Townhouse Green every Friday evening from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (grounds opening at 5 p.m.) from June 21 through July 19. Fireworks (weather...
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Historic St. Mary’s City July 2024 Programs and Events!

Historic St. Mary’s City July 2024 Programs and Events!

July Programs in Historic St. Mary’s City moves to summer hours on July 3,Wednesday through Sunday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. July 4.  Senior Thursdays – Senior Thursdays will be a free day that is offered every first Thursday every month for seniors 65 & older July 10—12.  Summer Adventure Day Workshops   Summer is the...
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Saint Mary’s County Commissioners Meeting Overview – Tuesday, June 25th

Saint Mary’s County Commissioners Meeting Overview – Tuesday, June 25th

The Saint Mary’s County Commissioners held their regular meeting on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Randy Guy, President of the Commissioners. The session included the introduction of the attending commissioners, approval of the consent agenda, recognition of retirees, legislative decisions, public hearing requests, the county administrator’s report,...
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Charles County Crime Solvers Offering a Cash Reward in Locating Fugitive’s Whereabouts

Charles County Crime Solvers Offering a Cash Reward in Locating Fugitive’s Whereabouts

The Charles County Sheriff’s Office Domestic Violence Unit is actively seeking the public’s assistance in locating Danielle Sicam Alicka, age 27, from Hughesville, who is wanted in connection with multiple charges including home invasion, armed robbery, and first-degree assault. On May 1, 2024, Alicka forced her way into a Waldorf residence and assaulted several...
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Twin Beaches Fireworks in Calvert County – Traffic Plan for July 3, 2024

Twin Beaches Fireworks in Calvert County – Traffic Plan for July 3, 2024

On July 3rd, 2024, view fireworks from the Boardwalk! On Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at approximately 7:30pm – Fireworks by Chesapeake Beach. Call 301-855-8398 for more information. The traffic plan is set up to eliminate all left-hand turns on a portion of Route 261 going through the Twin Beaches, eliminating the need to stop...
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Governor Moore Announces Launch of New Assistance Resource to Improve Access to Health Care

Governor Moore Announces Launch of New Assistance Resource to Improve Access to Health Care

Governor Wes Moore announced that the Maryland Insurance Administration launched a new resource to help Marylanders navigate health care coverage challenges that impact access to care. The new Health Coverage Assistance Team, known as H-CAT, will “walk with the consumer” to navigate health coverage questions or challenges, in addition to coordinating closely with other...
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How Hearing Aids Can Help You Live Longer

How Hearing Aids Can Help You Live Longer

A new study indicated that regular use of hearing aids can reduce risk of early death by up to 24%. The USC Caruso Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery compared the lifespan of those who wear hearing aids regularly to those with untreated hearing loss, who never wear hearing aids. Anne Arundel...
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No Injuries After Tree Falls Into Occupied Trailer in Lexington Park

No Injuries After Tree Falls Into Occupied Trailer in Lexington Park

On Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at approximately 6:15 p.m., firefighters from Bay District and NAS Patuxent River responded to the 46000 block of Chapman Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported structure collapse. Crews arrived on the scene to find a large tree had fallen into the single story single wide trailer that was...
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St. Mary’s County Recreation & Parks Honors Marcus Tyrone Harris with Field Dedication at Chancellors Run Park

St. Mary’s County Recreation & Parks Honors Marcus Tyrone Harris with Field Dedication at Chancellors Run Park

St. Mary’s County Recreation & Parks would like to thank the community for attending the ceremony to honor Marcus Tyrone Harris, Sr. His family, friends, peers, and community members were in attendance. Tyrone’s leadership and dedication were instrumental in the development and upkeep of Chancellor’s Run Regional Park, ensuring it was a well-maintained, vibrant,...
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Single Motorcyclist Suffers Minor Injuries After Crash During Thunderstorm in Lexington Park

Single Motorcyclist Suffers Minor Injuries After Crash During Thunderstorm in Lexington Park

On Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at 9:40 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to Three Notch Road and North Shangri-La Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle. Crews arrived on the scene to find a single motorcyclist suffering minor injuries to the lower-body after a minor crash...
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24-Year-Old Bel Alton Man Killed in Motorcycle Collision, Police Investigating

24-Year-Old Bel Alton Man Killed in Motorcycle Collision, Police Investigating

On Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 4:40 p.m., officers responded to a single-vehicle motorcycle crash on Chapel Point Road near the intersection of Purcell Road. A preliminary investigation revealed a 2007 Honda CBR600 motorcycle, operated by Nicolas Conrad Slough, 24, of Bel Alton, left the roadway and struck a tree. Slough was transported to...
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Police Seeking Information in Murder of 17-Year-Old

Police Seeking Information in Murder of 17-Year-Old

Homicide Unit detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Monday evening in the unincorporated section of Bowie. The victim is 17-year-old Re’Sheed Reid of Bowie. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case. On June 24, 2024, at approximately 6:35 pm,...
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Another Report of Shots Fired in St. Mary’s County on Columbus Drive, No Injuries Reported

Another Report of Shots Fired in St. Mary’s County on Columbus Drive, No Injuries Reported

On Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at approximately 3:25 a.m., police responded to the 46000 block of Columbus Drive, for the reported large crowd with shots fired. Police arrived to find no one in the area and began checking for victims, evidence or property struck by gunfire. No known injuries have been reported. Police continue to...
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Special Agent Lee Russ Shares Insights, Life Lessons at NAVAIR’s LGBTQ+A Pride Month Event

Special Agent Lee Russ Shares Insights, Life Lessons at NAVAIR’s LGBTQ+A Pride Month Event

HEADQUARTERS, NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, PATUXENT RIVER, MD.: “I always had the desire to serve and serve something bigger, larger than myself,” said special agent Russ Lee, executive director, Office of Special Investigations (OSI), Office of Special Projects and security director, Department of the Air Force Special Access Program, as the featured guest speaker...
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Summer Family Day Archery at Historic St. Mary’s City on Saturday, June 29, 2024

Summer Family Day Archery at Historic St. Mary’s City on Saturday, June 29, 2024

Historic St. Mary’s City is excited to offer an archery workshop designed for families looking for a creative and engaging way to spend time together. This workshop is a wonderful opportunity to learn the basics of archery, an ancient and fascinating sport. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to brush up on your...
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Noise Advisory –NAS Patuxent River Sets Additional Noise Advisory through July 9, 2024

Noise Advisory –NAS Patuxent River Sets Additional Noise Advisory through July 9, 2024

Communities surrounding NAS Patuxent River are advised that noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place through July 9, 2024 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Residents may notice increased noise levels due to these operations. Pilots at NAS PAX will be conducting Field Carrier Landing Practices (FCLPs). FCLPs are simulated carrier landings conducted...
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Summer Waterway Users Should Be Alert for Marine Wildlife

Summer Waterway Users Should Be Alert for Marine Wildlife

Summer is here and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources would like to remind people that marine wildlife — dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, whales, and others – are making their seasonal return to the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries, as well as the Atlantic Ocean and coastal bays. Anyone who sees a marine...
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Police Arrest Man Who Removed His Ankle Monitoring Device Last Month

Police Arrest Man Who Removed His Ankle Monitoring Device Last Month

On Sunday, June 23, 2024, while on patrol in the 22000 block of Three Notch Road, St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Brandon Reynolds spotted and recognized James Perry Bond, 33, of no fixed address, as an individual who was sought on an open warrant for escape. Bond had been in the custody of...
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