Donna Marie Bonds, 61, of Mechanicsville, MD, passed away January 11, 2023, at Medstar St. Mary’s Hospital surrounded by loved ones. Donna, born on July 29, 1961, was second of four children born to Kevin “Duck” McPherson and Rose “Bootsie” Istvan. Donna married Craig Scott Bonds on August 14, 1982, and they had two...
Read More »
Cora Elva Crist (Lane) passed away on January 17, 2023. She is predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Charles Sherman Crist, her parents Jennings and Maggie Lane, her son Charles (Chuck) Richard Crist, sisters Alice Kunk and Amanda Walker, and brother-in-law, Brooke Crist. She is survived by her sister-in-law Martha Crist, nieces: Susan,...
Read More »
William “Bill” Lawrence Honeycutt, 72, of Brandywine Maryland, passed away on January 14, 2023, after a long battle with COPD, with his loving wife Kathryn by his side. Bill was born on December 2, 1950, to William and Catherine Honeycutt in Washington DC. He later moved to Forestville, MD, where he would live until...
Read More »
On Friday, January 13, 2023, Edmond Alfred Epp, Jr, father, husband and farmer, passed away at the age of 75. Alfred was born on November 4, 1947 in LaPlata, MD to Edmond and Frances Epp of Gallant Green, MD. Alfred served the United States Postal Service over 40 years, delivering mail in Charlotte Hall,...
Read More »
On Thursday, January 12, 2023, at 3:48 p.m., officers from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office assigned to the Neighborhood Enforcement Team conducted a traffic stop in the area of Smallwood Drive and Old Washington Road, in Waldorf. Further investigation revealed marijuana inside the car as well as a loaded firearm and a large amount...
Read More »
Charles County Sheriff’s detectives assigned to the Criminal Investigations Division are seeking the whereabouts of Wayne Joseph Brooks, 30, of Leonardtown. Brooks has open warrants charging him with violating an out-of-state protective order, telephone misuse, and electronic mail harassment. He also has an open warrant in another county for stalking. Brooks is 6’4”, 180...
Read More »
UPDATE 1/18/2023: On January 18, 2023, Elijah Bernard Barnes, 18, of Waldorf, was arrested by detectives with the Rocky Mount Police Department in North Carolina in connection with the murder of Rajon Lateef Jackson, III, 17, who was shot and killed last week in Waldorf. Jackson, a Westlake High School student, was walking home...
Read More »
On Wednesday, January 18, 2023, a student at Berry Elementary School advised school administrators they overheard another student, age 9, make threats to commit violence at the school. school resource officer has initiated an investigation and the student’s parents were notified. The school resource officer will notify the Charles County Department of Juvenile Services...
Read More »
On Friday, January 6, 2023, the Calvert Elks #2620 presented officers from the Calvert County Volunteer Fire, Rescue & EMS Association a check for their Memorial Fund in the amount of $8,133 from their recent golf tournament. We would like to thank them for their time and efforts in preparing and hosting the fundraiser...
Read More »
Lucky lady finds fifth top prize in $3 game A Diamond Bingo scratch-off recently dazzled an Anne Arundel County woman with riches, bestowing its $30,000 top prize on the lucky lady. The 36-year-old and her husband had stopped at Sheetz #318 in Great Mills to gas up their vehicle when the glimmer of the...
Read More »
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announces the state’s Primitive Deer Hunt will be open Feb. 1-3 statewide. Hunters with a valid hunting license, or those exempt from the hunting license requirement, may use primitive bows or muzzleloaders to hunt sika and white-tailed deer during these days. Primitive hunting devices are defined as long...
Read More »
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) recognized 532 candidates for 428 degrees and 226 certificates during its 24th Winter Commencement ceremonies Jan. 13. in a day filled with joyous applause, tears, photo sessions and pop up celebrations at the college’s La Plata Campus. The graduates ranged in age from 18 years old to 67...
Read More »
With January being Human Trafficking Prevention Month, Maryland State Police are urging the public to recognize potential warning signs to reduce the chances of others becoming victims in the future. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, a child is trafficked for the purpose of sexual exploitation every two minutes in the United States....
Read More »
Wes Moore made history on January 18, 2023. Moore becomes Maryland’s first black Governor and only the 3rd ever elected in U.S. history. Moore was sworn in, taking the oath of office using Bibles once owned by his grandfather and Frederick Douglass. Moore’s speech can be viewed below. Former Governor Larry Hogan released a...
Read More »
On Wednesday, January 18, 2023, Gentle Hands Wildlife Services received multiple calls and messages about a downed Bald Eagle. Personnel arrived on scene to find the Eagle was removed from the roadway and was wrapped in a jacket being held by Jen Harvey. Along with her was another passer by Steve Robinson, and one...
Read More »
On January 9, 2023, Deputy Tavares of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 12100 block of Gringo Road in Lusby, for the report of a burglary in progress. Deputies arrived on the scene and discovered a female suspect, Laytonya Nichole Dixon, 45 of Lusby, sitting on the front porch with a metal...
Read More »
On January 9, 2023, Deputy McCourt of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Chick-fil-A located at 806 N. Solomons Island Road in Prince Frederick, for a disorderly subject. Investigation revealed Nyequaan Jacquice Washington, 25 of no fixed address, was in the establishment behind the counter attempting to access the kitchen while being...
Read More »
When the National Weather Service issues a WINTER STORM WARNING for Calvert County. From the announcement until the expiration of the official warning the following are required to be provided by animal owners or custodians: Dogs and cats should be brought inside. If a dog or cat is left outside they must have free...
Read More »
A Maryland man was sentenced today to 12 months and one day in prison for a felony charge related to his actions during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. His actions and the actions of others disrupted a joint session of the U.S. Congress convened to ascertain and count the...
Read More »
Tickets are available now for the 13th Annual Maritime Performance Series at the Calvert Marine Museum. Guests will delight in the harmonious talent each of these groups bring to the stage. Performances are in the museum’s Harms Gallery starting at 7 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m. with beer and wine for sale. Tickets...
Read More »
Brandon Nguyen, 24, of Laurel, Maryland pleaded guilty to one count of Voluntary Manslaughter in the September 29, 2020 killing of 17-year old Brian Ward, announced U.S. Attorney Matthew M. Graves and Robert J. Contee III, Chief of the Metropolitan Police Department. The plea was entered before the Honorable Rainey R. Brandt in the...
Read More »
At the January 12, 2023, Calvert County Board of Education (CCBOE) meeting, the CCBOE members elected their 2023 president and the vice president. Board Member Inez N. Claggett was elected president and Board Member Antoine S. White was elected vice president. The remainder of the Calvert County Board of Education is comprised of Members...
Read More »
Citadel Shield-Solid Curtain (CSSC), the Navy’s annual anti-terrorism, force protection (ATFP) exercise, will be underway Navywide – and at NAS Patuxent River – Feb. 6-17, 2023. Conducted by U.S. Northern Command (NORTHCOM), Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, and Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), CSSC uses realistic drills and scenarios to enhance the readiness of...
Read More »
On Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at approximately 10:00 a.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of 4090 Lower Wharf Road in Indian Head, for a hazardous materials emergency. Firefighters arrived on the scene to find a Roberts Oxygen Truck with 6,000 Gallons of CO2 actively venting/leaking from a broken line from...
Read More »
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reports that 4,896 people hiked 9,780 miles during First Day Hikes in 41 state parks on New Year’s weekend. Between Dec. 31, 2022 and Jan. 2, 2023, there were 37 scheduled ranger-led programs with an additional 23 self-guided opportunities available on state public lands across Maryland. Despite...
Read More »
