DoD Contracts Awarded Dec. 18-22
Department of Defense contracts awarded in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC, from December 18-December 22, 2023.
A Christmas Day Military History Quiz
The US military has had some notable events that occurred December 25. The Department of Defense asks: How well do you know your Christmas Day military history?
COPs Provide Cold Weather Assistance, Resources
Employees of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office and Health Department engaged with homeless residents December 21 to provide essential resources and assistance. They distributed bags containing cold-weather survival supplies, including hats, gloves, socks, blankets, hand warmers, and toiletries. The team also offered information about housing alternatives and food banks.
Seidel New Executive Director at HSMC
John L. Seidel has been appointed as Historic St. Mary’s City Commission’s new executive director.
Lex Park Library Hosts Veteran Services Program
The Lexington Park Library will offer a veteran services program from 10am to 1pm Friday, December 29.
Holiday Schedule for County Offices
In observance of the upcoming holidays, all St. Mary’s County government administrative offices and the health department will be closed December 25 and 26, 2023, and January 1, 2024.
Calling All Judges for St. Mary’s Science Fair
The Patuxent Partnership has been a supporter of the St. Mary’s County Science and Engineering Fair for many years. TPP urges its members to support the upcoming fair in January 2024 and consider being a judge.
Morning Coffee Off the Burner
Morning Coffee is off the burner for a winter break. We’ll be back Thursday, January 4, 2024.
Oral Histories of the Flat Tops Available
The St. Mary’s County Historical Society has available oral histories of the Lexington Manor housing development, also known as the Flat Tops.
Oldest Flag Quarters in Navy Celebrates 300 Years
VADM Carl Chebi, commander of the Naval Air Systems Command at NAS Patuxent River, and a gathering of visitors, industry leaders, and guests recently celebrated the 300th anniversary of the establishment of Mattapany Manor, the residence of the vice admiral and NAVAIR commanders before him.
