US Munitions Stockpiles at Safe Levels
With senators raising concerns about the US munitions stockpiles in the wake of armaments Biden is sending to Ukraine, DefSec Lloyd Austin assures the lawmakers he will not allow critical munitions to fall below minimum levels. But the defense industry is already facing an array of supply chain obstacles.
A Meet and Greet for EV Owners
Anyone interested in learning more about electric vehicles can join the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative for a meet and greet May 14 in La Plata.
St. Mary’s 8th Healthiest County in MD
St. Mary’s County ranks as the eighth healthiest county in Maryland, according to the annual County Health Rankings.
STEAM Day Returns to Pax River Museum
The Patuxent River Naval Air Museum will hold its annual STEAM Day on Saturday, May 7, 2022.
Airport Market Just in Time for Mother’s Day
The Airport Farmers Market returns just in time for Mother’s Day. Shop for special goods to tell the moms in your life how much you love them. You don’t need an airplane to come, you can drive, walk, or bike also. The market May 8 will feature unique items made and grown locally.
Marine One Operational, Not Yet Secure
The new VH-92A Presidential Helicopter is integrating into the fleet that carries the US head of state as “Marine One.” But problems with the secure communications system could delay its full entry to service unless a fix is funded.
NAVAIR Engineer Reaching Youth Through Robotics
Dan Ensminger, a NAVAIR engineer from Naval Air Station Patuxent River, has used his enthusiasm for engineering and program acquisition experience to lead 29 local youth robotics teams over the past 14 years.
Public Health Workers Honored
The St. Mary’s County Health Department recently recognized outstanding team members who have excelled in their efforts to provide public health services to the community.
DoD Wants the Force More Capable, Not Bigger
The Defense Department is looking to reduce 25,000 military positions. DoD Comptroller Michael McCord said the goal is not to make the force bigger, but to make it more capable. The new budget request would reduce the number of active-duty sailors by 1,184 and the Reserve by 951.
Sign Up; Run to End Suicide May 22
Join the race along with PRMI in the Run4Andy, a 5K race scheduled for Sunday, May 22, 2022, at Leonardtown High School in Leonardtown, MD.
