William “Bill” Edward Clarke, Jr., 84, of Forest Heights, MD passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025. He was a devoted husband, father, Opa, and proud Army veteran. He was born in Washington, DC on March 23, 1941, to the late William E. Clarke, Sr. and Mardehl (Mills). Bill is survived by his children:...
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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jaimie Leigh Reynolds, 34, of Waldorf, Maryland, on June 30, 2025. Born on November 20, 1990, Jaimie was the beloved daughter of Richard and Pamela Brady. A devoted mother, Jaimie’s greatest joy in life was her daughter, Ryleigh Faye Reynolds, who was her...
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Janet Marie McCutcheon, 87, of Lexington Park, Maryland, passed away on June 28th of natural causes. She was born in 1938 in Charleston, West Virginia, to Fred and Vienna Douglas. Janet grew up in Charleston and attended Berea College, where she earned her bachelor’s degree. She went on to complete a master’s degree in...
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Jane Dent “Janie” Cooper, 82, of Chaptico, MD passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025 at her home with her loving family at her side. She was born on February 25, 1943 in Washington, DC to the late William Frederick Wolfe, Sr and Florence Marie (nee: Murphy) Wolfe. Janie was a 1960 graduate of...
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Brooks Connor Driskill, 33, of Dameron, Maryland passed away on June 25, 2025. Born in Portsmouth, Virgina on March 9, 1992, Connor was the cherished son of John Robert Driskill and Jean Driskill. Brooks was a kind-hearted, loving, funny, and caring man. Family meant everything to him. He always tried to make people smile...
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On Saturday, July 5, 2025, at approximately 9:38 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of 23281 Maddox Road in Bushwood, for the reported motor vehicle collision with injuries and one overturned. Crews arrived on the scene to find a single vehicle on its roof in the middle of the...
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On Saturday, July 5, 2025, at approximately 10:36 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the 18000 block of Elmos Way in Drayden, for the reported subject not breathing after a possible farming accident. The 911 caller reported they had located a male subject who appeared to be deceased after a farming...
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On July 3, 2025, at 4:23 p.m., officers responded to the 3000 block of October Place in Waldorf for the report of an unconscious male lying on the ground outside of an apartment door. Upon arrival, officers located the man who had a gunshot wound to the upper body. Officers and EMS rendered first...
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On Saturday, July 5, 2025, at approximately 12:25 a.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of 24214 Half Pone Point Road in Hollywood, for the reported motor vehicle collision with injuries. 911 callers reported a golf cart had overturned with 4 injured, however, upon the arrival of the Hollywood VFD,...
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On Friday, July 4, 2025, at approximately 10:21 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the intersection of Three Notch Road and Mattapany Road in Lexington Park, for the serious motor vehicle collision with one trapped. Multiple 911 callers reported a head-on collision with one trapped. Crews arrived on the scene to...
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Calvert County: Solomons Island Fourth of July Celebration – On July 4, event begins at 10 a.m.; fireworks at 9 p.m., Solomons will host a full day of patriotic activities, including a flag ceremony, colonial reenactments, a children’s bike parade, boat parade, live music and fireworks. Festivities are centered around the boardwalk, Calvert Marine...
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For 18 years, Glenn Therres watched the recovery of Maryland’s bald eagles from the window of a four-seater plane. The long-time bald eagle biologist for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Therres had counted nests for the department’s annual bald eagle survey since 1985, when there were only 62 breeding pairs in the state....
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On Tuesday, July 1, 2025 the Charles County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) and staff from the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs received a report from a citizen regarding suspected fraudulent activity involving parking payments at Regency Furniture Stadium, located at 11765 St. Linus Drive in Waldorf, MD. A preliminary investigation revealed that the QR codes affixed...
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This Independence Day weekend, the Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) will ramp up patrols and enforcement efforts throughout the busiest boating holiday of the year. NRP will conduct its 17th annual Operation Dry Water, focusing on heightened outreach, education, and enforcement, particularly on the importance of sober boating. Maryland waterway users should expect increased patrols...
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The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has taken official action to address what they describe as a persistent and unfair disparity in gasoline prices affecting their residents. In a letter dated July 2, 2025, the BOCC formally requested Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown launch an investigation into why Calvert County’s fuel...
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As we gear up for the upcoming Fireworks celebration, please be aware of the following Traffic Operations and Pedestrian Safety Plan in place to help keep everyone safe and traffic moving smoothly: Pedestrian traffic will be prohibited on MD Rt. 4. Designated pedestrian areas along Solomons Island Rd will be marked, and all attendees...
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While out on patrol, Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Cpl. Gilmore came across an unusual call for service- an injured barn owl in the roadway. The poor guy appeared to have been struck by a car and was in need of a helping hand. Being the animal lover she is, Cpl. Gilmore didn’t hesitate to...
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Calvert County Volunteer Fire-Rescue-EMS is bursting with pride following the outstanding achievements of three of our own at the prestigious SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference, which took place last week, June 23-27, in Atlanta, Georgia. This annual event is the premier showcase of America’s most highly skilled career and technical education students, bringing...
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Maryland State Police and the Maryland Vehicle Theft Prevention Council are reminding motorists to take proactive steps to protect their vehicles during National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month in July. Vehicle theft surges during summer, making it a risky time for drivers to let their guard down. In Maryland, a vehicle is stolen every 22...
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On Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at approximately 4:14 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Route 4 and Auto Drive in Prince Frederick, for the reported motor vehicle collision with unknown injuries. While First Responders were enroute to the scene, the incident was upgraded after numerous 911 callers reported...
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We are saddened to share the passing of retired K9 Ryker, a loyal partner to Cpl. Darin Behm (K9) and a retired member of the Charles County Sheriff’s Office who served our community from 2013 to 2020. Ryker, a Belgian Malinois, was a two-time Triple Crown Award recipient through the United States Police Canine...
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National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC – Wed Jul 2 2025: NWS Damage Survey for July 1, 2025, Beauvue Tornado Event. Rating: EF-0 Estimated Peak Wind: 80 mph Path Length /statute/: 0.1 miles Path Width /maximum/: 75 yards Fatalities: 0 Injuries: 0 Start Date: Tuesday, 7/01/2025 Start Time: 07:45 PM EDT Start Location: 2...
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The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC), a division of the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland, has created an Agricultural Lending Library for the Southern Maryland community to utilize. The Lending library is open to the public to check out books on agriculture for a two-week borrow period. The books found in SMADC’s Lending...
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Kelvin Powell, 63, of Temple Hills, Maryland, was found guilty on all counts by a D.C. Superior Court jury today in connection with the sexual abuse of a 17-year-old minor who was in the custody of the D.C. Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services, announced U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro. The jury deliberated for one...
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The Town of Chesapeake Beach is committed to providing quality recreational facilities for our residents and visitors. As part of this commitment, we want to update the community on the status and future plans for our beloved water park. New Updates! After a thorough assessment of the facility’s condition, it is clear that extensive...
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