Through the Lens: Military in Photos in 2023
DoD in Photos 2023 — The Defense Department offers a glimpse into the lives and work of US military members who work around the globe 24/7, 365 days a year to ensure the nation’s security.
Dec. 31 Is Charter School Application Deadline
The Chesapeake Public Charter School online lottery has opened. All interested families must fill out applications online during the open enrollment period, which closes at midnight December 31, 2023.
Holly Days Highlights Local Businesses
The Lexington Park Business Association’s latest Holly Days in the Park offers a peek at how local businesses, residents, and nonprofits are celebrating the holidays.
Maryland’s ‘Gift of Trees’ Provides a Legacy of Stewardship
Purchase native Maryland trees — either a single tree or a grove of 10 trees — for planting in honor of a celebration, commemoration, or observation through the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
Wreaths Across America Day Dec. 16
National Wreaths Across America Day is December 16. Volunteers come together to remember the fallen, honor those who serve and their families, and teach the next generation about the value of freedom. These gatherings take place in cemeteries all across the country, including at Mt. Zion UM Church in Mechanicsville.
More ‘Fat Leonard’ Cases Crumble
New court filings suggest more reduced charges, further crumbling of ‘Fat Leonard’ prosecutions. The massive, high-profile prosecution has been marred in recent years by prosecutorial misconduct and the escape of Leonard Glenn Francis, its key figure and the mastermind behind the worst corruption scheme in the Navy’s history.
Christmas Lights Continue at Flat Iron Farm
There’s still time to catch the Flat Iron Farm Christmas lights display in Great Mills. They’re back this weekend on December 15 and 16 from 5 to 9pm each night.
SMECO Scholarships to Be Awarded
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative will award four $2,500 scholarships to local high school students who excel in their endeavors and show promise in their chosen field of study. Students have until April 1, 2024, to apply.
AeroPark Farmer’s Market Set Dec. 17
The AeroPark Farmer’s Market, hosted by Historic Sotterley, will be held from 9am to 1pm Sunday, December 17, 2023, at the St. Mary’s County Regional Airport.
Hoyer: Promising Economic Trends in ’23
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics November 2023 jobs report shows 199,000 jobs added last month. The jobless rate edged down to 3.7%.
