The Charles County Department of Health is alerting all citizens and visitors of an increase in rabies cases over the past month. One raccoon tested positive for rabies on December 22, 2024, in the vicinity of Charles Street/Penns Hill Road. Additionally, a fox tested positive for rabies on January 9, 2025, in the vicinity...
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UPDATE 1/12/2025: The La Plata Volunteer Fire Department provided mutual aid in response to a motor vehicle accident with entrapment in the Bennsville area Upon arrival, first-responding companies encountered an overturned armored vehicle with two individuals trapped inside. Rescue Engine 1 from the La Plata Volunteer Fire Department played a pivotal role in assisting...
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Chaude Amore Chase, 32, of Mechanicsville, is facing multiple charges following a January 4, 2025, traffic stop and subsequent investigation. Chase was charged with identity fraud, possession of controlled dangerous substances (CDS), and possession of drug paraphernalia, according to court records. The incident occurred at approximately 6:03 a.m. when Deputy Bradley Kirscht of the...
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On Saturday, January 11, 2025, at 11:45 a.m., firefighters from Huntingtown and surrounding departments from Calvert and Anne Arundel Counties responded to the 6200 block of Federal Oak Drive in Sunderland, for the reported vehicle fire threatening a residence. 911 callers reported a vehicle on fire next to a structure. Firefighters arrived on the scene...
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On Friday, January 10, 2025, four students at Milton Somers Middle School were involved in an altercation inside the cafeteria. School staff and a school resource officer intervened and were able to separate the students. One student reported an injury sustained during the altercation and the SRO also sustained a minor injury while intervening....
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Two separate criminal cases have been filed against Justin Michael Gibson, 34, of Lexington Park, stemming from incidents involving theft and escape. Gibson is currently facing charges for theft under $100 and second-degree escape, according to court documents filed in St. Mary’s County. On December 16, 2024, law enforcement responded to a 7-Eleven located...
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On January 2, 2025, Haley Dantonio, 33, of Hughesville, was arrested and charged with multiple offenses following an incident at the St. Mary’s County Detention and Rehabilitation Center in Leonardtown. According to court documents, Dantonio was being transported to the detention center after being sentenced to a period of incarceration in a separate case...
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On Thursday, January 9, 2025, the Knott family hosted a check presentation for our local nonprofits, organizations and three of our communities completely volunteer Fire/EMS departments. “Thanks to your generosity and the Knott Family’s incredible donation, we’re proud to announce the distribution of funds to these amazing local nonprofits! Each organization plays a vital...
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Join them for their grand opening celebration from January 10th to 12th, with doors open daily from 12 PM to 7 PM. Owner Shannon Myles Obedoza has partnered with Feral Cat Rescue to create a cozy, welcoming space where rescue cats can thrive while waiting for their forever homes. The cafe offers a calm...
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UPDATE: More than Ten weeks have passed since a 19-year-old man was shot in Hollywood, leading to a high-speed chase involving multiple law enforcement agencies, yet no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting. Although police have identified the shooter in court documents, no charges have been filed, and authorities have not...
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Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for St. Mary’s, Calvert and Charles County from 10:00 p.m, Friday night into 7am Saturday morning. * WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches can be expected for St. Mary’s County with 1 to 2 inches for Charles and Calvert Counties. * WHEN…From 10 PM...
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UPDATE 1/10/2025: On January 10, 2025, at approximately 7:17 a.m., a Charles County Sheriff’s patrol officer was traveling on Smallwood Drive West near St. Patrick’s Drive in Waldorf when he observed a body in the road on the eastbound side of the roadway. The officer arrived on scene at the same time as a...
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1/09/2025: Kohl’s announced real estate changes for 2025, including the closure of its San Bernardino E-commerce Fulfillment Center (EFC) in May when the lease on that facility expires, and the closure of 27 underperforming stores, by April 2025. The San Bernardino, Calif. facility has been in operation for Kohl’s since 2010. It is one...
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A Southern Maryland resident who plays Lottery games every Friday for fun arrived at Lottery headquarters last week only days away from losing a $50,400 prize. The loyal player said he routinely allocates a small amount each week toward his favorite games and saves any winning tickets. That has been his routine for so...
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GLEN BURNIE, MD (January 10, 2025) – The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office is accepting applications from organizations seeking grant funding for traffic safety programs and projects that help reduce crashes, deaths and injuries on Maryland roadways. The grants will support initiatives addressing actions, decisions, and habits of drivers,...
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UPDATE 1/10/2025: January 9th, 2025, at 12:22 p.m., firefighters responded to 4099 Cortona Drive in Port Republic, Calvert County, for the reported structure fire. Crews arrived on scene to find a Two-story, single family residence engulfed in flames. Investigation into the cause and origin of the fire is still ongoing. Smoke alarms were present,...
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Maryland’s sports wagering market completed the first half of Fiscal Year 2025 by generating $6,510,765 in contributions to the state during December 2024. Through the first six months of FY2025 (July 2024 through December 2024), sports wagering has contributed $46,576,505 to the state compared to $24,593,908 for the same period in FY2024. Contributions to...
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William Earl “Billy” Vallandingham, 65, of Clements, MD, died suddenly on January 5, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. Born December 31, 1959, in Leonardtown, MD, Billy was the son of Joseph Wilbur Vallandingham, Sr. and Mary Moonyeen Graves Vallandingham. He was a lifelong resident of St Mary’s County. MD, living on...
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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charles “Butch” Edwin Reithmeyer Jr., age 88, on December 30, 2024. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, Butch was deeply cherished by his family and community. Butch was a life member and one of the pillars of the Gateway Lions Club,...
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George Jetson Gatton Jr., “Ole Dust”, passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital on January 2, 2025. Born on November 5,1951, in Leonardtown, MD, he was the son of the late George Jetson Gatton, Sr., and Alma Maria Gatton. His father retired from the Coast Guard as Keeper of the Point Lookout Lighthouse after spending...
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Glenn Richard Jones, husband to Mary, father to Zach (Katie) and Kelsey (Patrick), grandfather to Savannah, Hayden, and Mackenzie, coach and mentor to all, took his final breath December 31st. Glenn began his legendary life on April 1st, 1952 in Pittsburgh, PA. He grew up a jock with a passion for sports, primarily wrestling,...
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Barbara Tucker Ball, 83, of Lothian, MD passed away January 5, 2025 at her residence. Barbara was born November 23, 1941 in Nutwell, MD, now part of Deale, to Anna Elizabeth (Hill) and James Talbott Tucker. She was raised in Tracy’s Landing and graduated from Southern Senior High School with the class of 1959....
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Donna Lynn Fowble, 35, of Aquasco and formerly of Owings passed away January 4, 2025. She was born September 11, 1989, in Prince Frederick to William Lewis II and Charlene Elizabeth (Butler) Fowble. Donna was raised in Owings and graduated from Northern High School in 2007. She attended St. Andrews Presbyterian College in Laurinburg,...
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Cynthia Greene Horsmon, 59, of St. Leonard, Maryland passed away January 3, 2025 at her home. She was born December 20, 1965 to Dorothy Williams Green and the late Billy Mack Greene. Cindy was a teacher for Calvert County Public Schools retiring in 2019 after 30 years of service. She enjoyed traveling with her...
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James Vernon Robinson Sr., 87, a lifelong resident of Huntingtown passed away January 3, 2025 at Calvert Health Medical Center in Prince Frederick, MD. Known as Vernon, he was born June 1, 1937 in Huntingtown to John William and Vivian Catherine (Stallings) Robinson. He was raised on the Robinson family farm and attended public...
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