Cap’n Jack IDs Wintering Birds in the Chesapeake
While winter sends some of the Chesapeake Bay wildlife to warmer climes, the bay remains active throughout the season with many different ducks and birds wintering in the Chesapeake. Here are some of the ducks — and an eagle.
Latest US Aid Package to Ukraine Is Largest Yet
The latest package of military aid from the US is the biggest to date for Ukraine. The Defense Department will be delivering Bradleys and other infantry fighting vehicles armed with anti-tank missiles as part of a $3.75 billion assistance package.
Entries Sought for Arbor Day Poster Contest
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources invites all Maryland fifth-graders in private and public schools to participate in the annual Arbor Day poster contest. The deadline to submit an entry is January 20, 2023.
School Resource Officer Program Expands
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office school resource officer program is expanding into the county’s public elementary schools.
NAS Pax River Moves to HPCON Bravo
Naval Air Station Patuxent River transitioned from Health Protection Condition Alpha to HPCON Bravo on January 4, 2023. Pax River makes the move as a result of rising COVID cases throughout St. Mary’s County.
Aviation Catapults Topic of Library Program
Join the St. Mary’s County Library for a “Cold War Era Aviation Catapults at NAS Patuxent River” Zoom program from 7 to 8pm Monday, January 30, 2023.
Help Save Some Trees at Myrtle Point
Help the Patuxent Tidewater Land Trust liberate some trees and remove invasive weeds at Myrtle Point Park on January 7, 2023.
Local Realtors Spread Holiday Cheer
The Southern Maryland Association of Realtors continued its tradition of spreading Christmas cheer to local seniors in care facilities.
’23 Brings Pay Hike to Federal Workers
This year all federal workers — military and civilian — will receive a 4.6% pay hike, the largest in two decades.
TPP Members Donate to St. Mary’s Caring
The Patuxent Partnership made a donation during the holidays to the new St. Mary’s Caring facility.
