It’s with great sadness that the Maryland State Police La-Plata Barrack announces the passing of one of their K9 partners on the morning of Thursday, August 29. K9 Justice was 15 years old when he passed, trained in the detection of narcotics. Working with numerous handlers during his time on patrol, and numerous years...
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As you read this, the largest rainforest in the world, the Amazon Rainforest, is burning away at about one and a half soccer fields per minute. Deforestation is an ever-growing problem everywhere you look these days. However, there is a very passionate battle going on all around the world to preserve and protect the...
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St. Mary’s County Department of Recreation & Parks is pleased to announce the 24th Annual Scott Verbic Memorial Golf Tournament to be held Friday, Oct. 18, 2019, at the Wicomico Shores Golf Course. This event is held in remembrance of Scott Verbic who was a Recreation Advisory Board Member, Volunteer Coach, and advocate for...
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Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) held its 81st Annual Meeting on August 29, 2019, at Middleton Hall in Waldorf. The Board of Directors election was conducted online and by mail prior to the meeting. The following SMECO members were elected to serve on SMECO’s Board for three years: W. Michael Phipps in Calvert County;...
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Maryland’s Opioid Operational Command Center (OOCC), in coordination with the Maryland Emergency Management Agency, today announced nearly $10 million in grants to fight the heroin and opioid epidemic during fiscal year 2020. “Our administration continues to be committed to using every resource possible to ensure our local jurisdictions have access to life-saving resources such...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff Tim Cameron met with several residents on Thursday at a Coffee with the Sheriff event held at the Northern Senior Activity Center in Charlotte Hall where he answered numerous questions and concerns. The Sheriff provided an update on the ongoing animal cruelty investigation where two black lab dogs were found...
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On Friday, August 30, 2019, at approximately 3:45 a.m., police fire, and rescue personnel responded to the area of 11175 Point Lookout Road in Scotland, for the reported motor vehicle accident with injuries. Crews arrived on the scene to find a single vehicle off the roadway and resting on large rocks near the water....
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office and Charles County Circuit Court announces it will apply for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Formula Program through the United States Department of Justice. The JAG Program provides states and units of local governments with critical funding necessary to support a range of program areas including...
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The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County and the Department of Recreation and Parks are now accepting applications for School Age Care Site Director and Lead Teacher (Salary Range: $12.76 – $16.39/hour depending on qualifications) positions in our child care Division. Positions require enthusiastic candidates who have experience working with school-aged children. Site directors manage...
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The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County is seeking a faith-based community volunteer to round out the task force for the 2020 Census Complete County Committee. This volunteer, in collaboration with the committee will develop and implement a community outreach strategy to encourage full participation in the 2020 Census. The committee will also, as necessary,...
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On September 21 & 22, from 10am to 5pm both days. Set amidst the spectacular backdrop of Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Artsfest is truly a unique arts experience with more than 165 artist booths, 35 performers on four stages, creative fun for kids, artist demos, and great food and drink. Admission is...
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The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) and the Maryland Poison Center at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy have identified five individuals who in the last two months developed severe lung illness after using e-cigarettes, often referred to as “vaping.” Respiratory symptoms reported by patients included shortness of breath, pain associated with breathing...
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Today, Commuter Connections and the Maryland Transportation Institute at the University of Maryland launched incenTrip, a new mobile app that allows commuters in the Washington D.C. region to save time, money, and fuel while earning rewards for planning trips. The incenTrip app recommends the best travel mode, departure time, and route based on real-time...
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The Great Mills Swimming Pool will be closed for seasonal maintenance Tuesday, September 3, 2019, through Sunday, September 15, 2019. During this time, the pool’s air supported dome structure will be installed, making the pool an indoor facility. Other seasonal maintenance and staff training will also occur while the pool is closed. Beginning Monday,...
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Homicide Unit detectives identified and arrested a Fort Washington man in connection with the double fatal shooting Tuesday evening in Oxon Hill. He is 42-year-old Aaron Lanier Wilson, Jr., of the 10000 block of Indian Head Highway. He’s accused of fatally shooting 46-year-old Beaudouin Tchakounte of Frederick and 32-year-old Casey Xavier Robinson of Accokeek....
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On Friday, September 6, Historic St. Mary’s City will be hosting Sunset Yoga through Evolve Yoga + Wellness, from 6:30—7:30 p.m. Ann Hunt, E-RYT 500, will be leading a special yoga and meditation class on the lawn of the State House, located at 47418 Old State House Road, St. Mary’s City, Maryland 20686. The...
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On Wednesday, September 4 at 10:00 am will see the a-peeling fall return of Little Explorers to Historic St. Mary’s City, with the days topic focusing on apples! The morning program will be meeting at The Shop at Farthing’s Ordinary, and will then walk the museum grounds to learn all about apples, right down...
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Calvert Hospice received a generous donation of $7,000 from the 16th annual Michael D. Schrodel Golf Classic held on July 19. The golf tournament was started 18 years ago by one of Michael’s fraternity brothers, Eric Dorman, and Michael’s widow Teresa Schrodel. The pair organized the event until 2018 when Teresa and Michael’s daughter...
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The 10th Annual Breast Cancer 5K will be held in beautiful Solomons Island on October 5, 2019. As CalvertHealth celebrates 100 years of caring, this year’s 5K will be a celebratory color walk/run. Safe zones will be available at each color station for those wishing to participate color free. All proceeds benefit the Sheldon...
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Friday, September 6 – First FREE Friday 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Museum is open and FREE to the public. Entertainment provided by the United States Navy Band Country Current, at 6 p.m. at the PNC Waterside Pavilion. FREE 30-minute Wm. B. Tennison cruises will be offered, weather permitting. The Drum Point Lighthouse and...
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The community is invited to an end of summer bash at the Great Mills Swimming Pool located at 21100 Old Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, on Saturday, August 31, 2019, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Participants will enjoy free music and free scuba lessons and all are welcome to purchase refreshments from...
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Maryland State Police are gearing up for the Labor Day holiday, Maryland State Police will have additional troopers on patrol who will be using a variety of initiatives to keep traffic moving, respond quickly to highway incidents and take appropriate enforcement action when violations are observed that threaten the safety of travelers. Beginning today,...
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On Tuesday, August 27, 2019 – For the past fourteen years, Washington Monthly College Guide has ranked colleges “based on what they do for the country.” In the rankings released yesterday, St. Mary’s College of Maryland is ranked 30 among the top Liberal Arts Colleges in the United States St. Mary’s College, the National...
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Bayside Road in Leonardtown, MD, approximately 1,500 feet west of Big Chestnut Road intersection, will close on or about Monday, September 9, 2019, while crews replace drainage pipes. This road will be closed for approximately 2 weeks, weather dependent. There will be signs alerting motorists of detours and drivers are encouraged to use caution...
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The Department of Aging and Human Services, in conjunction with the Department of Public Works and Transportation, and the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, will host an Identity Protection Day on Saturday, September 28, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Garvey Senior Activity Center, located at 41780 Baldridge Street in Leonardtown, MD. Learn about...
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