Monthly Archives: March 2020

St. Mary’s County Government Attorney Receives 2020 Leadership in Law Award

St. Mary’s County Government Attorney Receives 2020 Leadership in Law Award

The Daily Record selected St. Mary’s County Government Attorney, David A. Weiskopf, to receive the 2020 Leadership in Law Award. Leadership in Law Awards recognize Maryland’s legal professionals – lawyers and judges – whose dedication to their occupation and to their communities is outstanding. The top winner of this year’s Leadership in Law Awards...
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VIDEO: Governor Hogan Announces Further Actions To Slow The Spread of COVID-19, Relaunches ‘Maryland Unites’ Initiative

VIDEO: Governor Hogan Announces Further Actions To Slow The Spread of COVID-19, Relaunches ‘Maryland Unites’ Initiative

Governor Larry Hogan today announced a series of new actions to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Maryland, including limiting gatherings to 10 people, ordering the closure of shopping malls, restricting access to the BWI Marshall Airport terminal, and urging the use of transit for essential travel only. “Despite all of our repeated warnings...
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Calvert County Health Department Confirms First Case of COVID-19 in Calvert County

Calvert County Health Department Confirms First Case of COVID-19 in Calvert County

The first diagnosed case of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Calvert County has been confirmed. The person with the infection is under medical care and is presently doing well. This person has had minimal contact with others since becoming infected. The family members of this individual are self-isolating themselves per CDC recommendations. Those few individuals outside...
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VIDEO: Maryland Governor Larry Hogan Press Conference 3/19/2020

VIDEO: Maryland Governor Larry Hogan Press Conference 3/19/2020

Maryland Governor Larry Hogan is leading the coronavirus response and has taken a major role nationwide as chair of the National Governor's Association.
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Maryland State Police Aviation Command Marks 50 Years of Medevac Flights, with over 180,000 Successful Missions Since 1970

Maryland State Police Aviation Command Marks 50 Years of Medevac Flights, with over 180,000 Successful Missions Since 1970

Today marks the 50th anniversary of the first patient ever transported by the Maryland State Police Aviation Command. On March 19, 1970, MSP’s “Helicopter 108,” crewed by pilot Corporal Gary Moore and Trooper First Class Paul Benson, was summoned to the Baltimore Beltway (I-695) and Falls Road for a patient involved in a motor...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Currently Seeking Identity of Spring Ridge Middle School Burglary Suspect

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the identity of the person pictured in a burglary investigation. On Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at 1:25 am, the suspect unlawfully entered Spring Ridge Middle School in Lexington Park after trying to open several doors. Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect or this...
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Speed and Alcohol Appear to be Contributing Factors in Motor Vehicle Accident That Killed 30-Year-Old Mechanicsville Woman

Speed and Alcohol Appear to be Contributing Factors in Motor Vehicle Accident That Killed 30-Year-Old Mechanicsville Woman

On March 19, 2020 at approximately 1:30 a.m., St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office patrol deputies responded to a single motor vehicle collision with CPR in progress at the 39000 block of Golden Beach Road in Charlotte Hall. Due to the injuries sustained, the Sheriff’s Office Collision Reconstruction Unit responded to the scene. A preliminary...
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Federal Trade Commission Warns of Scam Checks from the Government

Federal Trade Commission Warns of Scam Checks from the Government

As the Coronavirus takes a growing toll on people’s pocketbooks, there are reports that the government will soon be sending money by check or direct deposit to each of us. The details are still being worked out, but there are a few really important things to know, no matter what this looks like. 1....
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Paula Jan Letcher, 65

Paula Jan Letcher, 65

Paula Jan Letcher, 65, of California, MD passed away March 15, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. Born September 12, 1954 in Bethesda, MD, she was the daughter of Frank and Barbara (Brennan) Sevarino. Paula was a graduate of Bowie High School in Bowie, MD. She retired in 2010 after working for...
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Margaret A. Huibsch, 86

Margaret A. Huibsch, 86

Margaret A. Huibsch, 86, of Solomons, Maryland, and formerly from Joplin, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, March 16, 2020 at her Hermitage apartment in Solomons. Born June 11, 1933 in Fort Dodge, Iowa, she was the daughter of the late John Fitzgerald and Margaret (Doyle) Fitzgerald. Growing up on the family farm, she graduated...
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NAS Patuxent River Commissary and NEX to Remain Open

NAS Patuxent River Commissary and NEX to Remain Open

The operating environment inside the COVID-19 response continues to evolve, but the Pax Commissary and Navy Exchange remain open and committed to serving their customers at Pax River. PAX NAVY EXCHANGE: The Pax River Navy Exchange will maintain normal business hours until further notice. PAX COMMISSARY UPDATE: – Effective March 18, Pax River Commissary...
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Second Case of COVID-19 Confirmed in Charles County

Second Case of COVID-19 Confirmed in Charles County

There are 2 presumptive COVID-19 cases of military retiree dependents who received care at Joint Base Andrews. One person is in self-quarantine at their home in Charles County, Md. The other person, who also lives in Charles County, was admitted to another medical facility in the region. The Joint Base Andrews commander has declared...
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Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital Limited to St. Mary’s County Residents

Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital Limited to St. Mary’s County Residents

MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital and the St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) recognize the challenges in availability of COVID-19 testing affecting our nation and state. However, due to limited resources the drive-thru testing initiative launched by MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital and SMCHD can only be provided for St. Mary’s County residents. We urge out-of-county...
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Carol Ann Redmond, 68

Carol Ann Redmond, age 68, of Lexington Park, MD, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Born in Elkton, MD, on September 20, 1951, she was the daughter of the late George R. and Mildred Copenhaver Teague. Mrs. Redmond retired as a contractor logistics supply technician with the Department of Defense. She enjoyed playing the...
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UPDATE: CSM Faculty and Staff Move to Teleworking, Classes Remain Online, Campuses to Close March 19

UPDATE: CSM Faculty and Staff Move to Teleworking, Classes Remain Online, Campuses to Close March 19

The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) announces that all instruction and college work-functions will operate remotely and access to CSM’s campuses is restricted to pre-approved and authorized personnel, effective Thursday, March 19. CSM will maintain in this operational status through April 3. “In what has been a very short period of time, we have...
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St. Mary’s County Library Expands Access to Digital Materials and Online Resources

St. Mary’s County Library Expands Access to Digital Materials and Online Resources

The St. Mary’s County Library offers an option for all citizens to sign up for a free Library Card through the St. Mary’s County Library website, www.stmalib.org. Simply click on ‘Get a Library Card’ under ‘Library Services’ on the homepage. When you apply online, you will receive a temporary Library Card number that can...
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Maryland Income Tax Deadline Extended to July 15, 2020

Maryland Income Tax Deadline Extended to July 15, 2020

Following today’s press conference from the White House where it was announced there would be a 90-day extension of the April 15th deadline for federal income tax payments, Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot has announced that Maryland business and individual income taxpayers will be afforded the same relief. No interest or penalty for late payments...
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One Man Killed and Four Police Officers Injured in Prince George’s County Crash

One Man Killed and Four Police Officers Injured in Prince George’s County Crash

While on the scene of a crash involving a suspected impaired driver, a driver involved in the first crash was killed and four police officers were injured when struck by a vehicle driven by a second possibly impaired driver. The deceased victim is identified as Marc Alexander, 60, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland. He was...
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St. Mary’s County Circuit Court Open on Restricted Operations from March 17, to April 3, 2020

St. Mary’s County Circuit Court Open on Restricted Operations from March 17, to April 3, 2020

Pursuant to Chief Judge Barbera’s Order of March 16, 2020, restricting the operations of the Maryland Judiciary due to the COVID-19 Emergency, the following information is provided. In accord with the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), and the further escalation of the emergency requiring more comprehensive measures to protect the health...
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Maryland to Postpone Primary Election to June 2, 2020

Maryland to Postpone Primary Election to June 2, 2020

The Maryland State Board of Elections (SBE) released the following statement today in response to Governor Larry Hogan’s proclamation delaying the 2020 Primary Election and requiring vote-by-mail for the special general election for Maryland’s 7th Congressional District. “The Maryland State Board of Elections fully supports the actions taken by Governor Hogan today. Our highest...
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AUDIO:16-Year-Old Waldorf Male Arrested After Stabbing Another Teen Over Pack of Cigarettes

AUDIO:16-Year-Old Waldorf Male Arrested After Stabbing Another Teen Over Pack of Cigarettes

UPDATE: On March 16, 2020, at 1:25 p.m., officers responded to the 3100 block of Heathcote Road in Waldorf for the report of a stabbing. When officers arrived, they located a 16-year-old male with stab wounds to his chest. He was flown to a hospital and admitted in stable condition. The suspect, Conall Robert...
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St. Mary’s County Government and Community COVID-19 Operational Update for March 17

St. Mary’s County Government and Community COVID-19 Operational Update for March 17

The following is the updated list of closings, cancellations and postponements related to the COVID-19 pandemic. While at this time, there are no identified cases of COVID-19 in St. Mary’s County, residents are encouraged to continue social distancing measures by avoiding crowded areas and restricting travel and localize movement. St. Mary’s County Government Operations...
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St. Mary’s County Metropolitan Commission Partners with St. Mary’s County Health Department on Public Water Supply to Customers

St. Mary’s County Metropolitan Commission Partners with St. Mary’s County Health Department on Public Water Supply to Customers

The St. Mary’s County Metropolitan Commission (MetCom) and St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) have partnered to ensure that public water supply is available to MetCom customers. “Our primary concern at this time is the health and safety of our customers, the continued protection of the citizens of St. Mary’s County, and our desire...
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Maryland State Courts Reduce Staffing in Courthouses, Continue to Hear Emergency Court Matters

Maryland State Courts Reduce Staffing in Courthouses, Continue to Hear Emergency Court Matters

Effective Tuesday, March 17, 2020, the Maryland state courts will require only essential employees to report to courthouse locations and court offices. Court locations and offices will be minimally staffed to hear emergency court matters and to answer calls between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. All other employees able to work from home will...
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VIDEO: “We Can’t Wait,” Governor Hogan Explains Maryland’s Unprecedented Coronavirus Response on CNN, PBS

VIDEO: “We Can’t Wait,” Governor Hogan Explains Maryland’s Unprecedented Coronavirus Response on CNN, PBS

On Monday, March 16, 2020, Governor Hogan appeared on CNN’s The Situation Room and PBS Newshour to update the public on Maryland’s unprecedented response to the coronavirus pandemic. The appearance came just hours after Governor Hogan enacted new vital actions to keep Marylanders safe – including closing bars and restaurants, expanding the ban on...
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