Citadel Shield-Solid Curtain Feb. 6-17 at Pax
NAS Patuxent River is preparing for the Navywide Citadel Shield-Solid Curtain. The service’s annual anti-terrorism, force protection exercise will take place from February 6-17, 2023.
Discounted Radon Test Kits Available
Discounted radon test kits are available to Maryland residents.
Palmieri, Taylor Join LSM Board
Daniel Palmieri and Christina Taylor have joined the Leadership Southern Maryland Board of Directors.
TPP to Host Science, Engineering Award Reception
The Patuxent Partnership and the local chapter of International Council on Systems Engineering will host the St. Mary’s County Science & Engineering special awards reception honoring the student TPP and INCOSE award winners. The reception will be held 5:30 to 7pm February 15, 2023, in Lexington Park, MD.
Can Soft Shell Clams Revive Aquaculture?
Fifty years ago, soft shell clams were so plentiful in the Potomac River and Chesapeake Bay that we used them for fish bait or sold them when we could for about $2 per basket. Today, they’re rare as hen’s teeth, and Morgan State University scientists hope to help make soft shell clams a viable aquaculture product, boosting the shellfish industry.
US Military Weapons Sales on the Uptick
US military weapons sales to other countries saw a major increase in 2022, up nearly $51.9 billion.
First Friday Feb. 3 in Leonardtown
First Fridays open up Leonardtown, MD, for a one-of-a-kind shopping and entertaining evening, and invite visitors to join in the fun! This Friday the town’s business community will be open February 3 from 5 to 8pm.
DNR: Still Time to Order Trees, Shrubs
Orders are being accepted for the spring 2023 planting season for shrubs and trees from the John S. Ayton State Tree Nursery, managed by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
For Moms & Their Babies, Thrive By Three
The St. Mary’s County Health Department’s Thrive By Three program offers support for pregnant mothers and their children.
Navy Alliance Seeking New Members
The Southern Maryland Navy Alliance is looking to expand its membership.
