SMECO Extends Deadline for Scholarship Applications
The deadline to apply for Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative scholarships has been extended. Students have until Monday, April 15, 2024, to apply.
Share Your Thoughts About the County’s Libraries
What would you hope to see from the St. Mary’s County Library in the future? Here’s a chance to offer input. Take an online survey.
Historic Preservation Award Nominations Open
The St. Mary’s County Historic Preservation Commission is seeking nominations for its Historic Preservation Awards. The deadline to submit nominations is 5pm March 25, 2024.
Hoyer Receives ‘A’ Rating from Action Fund
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer received a score of “A” from the End Citizens United/Let America Vote Action Fund for his leadership in Congress to protect democracy, strengthen democratic institutions, and reform the government.
Captain’s Message: All Storms Are Different
The Storm of 1933, 10 years before I was born, caught everyone by surprise. It ended maritime transportation and commerce in St. Mary’s County by knocking out the wharves. Here’s a look at the major storms in my lifetime, 1943 to last month.
CANCELED: US Blue Economy Topic of TPP Program
The Patuxent Partnership’s program for February 28 with US Navy retired RDML Tim Gallaudet has been canceled.
DoD Plans $10B in Cuts to Weapons Programs
The US Department of Defense plans cuts to some of its weapons programs — F-35 fighter jets, an attack submarine, Army helicopters and drones, and Air Force overhead — to stay under congressionally mandated spending caps. The department will make $10 billion in cuts to its 2025 budget.
19 Selected for LSM Leaders Program
Nineteen local professionals have been selected for the Leadership Southern Maryland Emerging Leaders Program Class of 2024.
Leonardtown’s First Friday March 1
First Fridays open up Leonardtown, MD, for a one-of-a-kind shopping and entertaining evening, and invite visitors to join in the fun! Come to town March 1 for shopping, dining, and exploring. Specials are offered throughout town at participating businesses.
