TPP to Present National Security Talk
The Patuxent Partnership and the Center for the Study of Democracy will present a talk with national security expert Dr. Thomas M. Nichols at St. Mary’s College of Maryland.
Navy Will Shut Red Hill Fuel Facility
The decision to permanently shut the Navy’s massive Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility in Hawaii that leaked petroleum into Pearl Harbor’s tap water was based on a new Pentagon assessment, but also is in line with an order from Hawaii’s Department of Health to drain fuel from the tanks.
St. Mary’s Group Tours Chestertown YMCA
A group from St. Mary’s County made a recent visit to Maryland’s Eastern Shore to tour the new Kent County Family YMCA.
Hoyer Marks Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month. House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer celebrates the achievements and contributions of women throughout America’s history.
Officials Split Over New Cyber Legislation
Fears of cyberattacks by Russia prompted a Senate bill to create new cybersecurity requirements and standards for agencies and contractors. The CISA director praised the reporting mandate in the legislation as a critical tool for enhancing US cyber defenses. Some in the Biden administration say the bill is flawed and will make the country less safe.
Stars of the Festival — Cherry Blossoms!
The Lexington Park Arts Park will host the annual Cherry Blossom Festival from noon to 4 pm March 26, 2022.
TPP Hosting Women’s History Event
In honor of Women’s History Month, join The Patuxent Partnership and the Chesapeake Bay chapter of Women In Defense for a briefing with Susan DeGuzman on “Leadership and Empowerment of Women.”
US Postpones Ballistic Missile Test
Morning Coffee is a robust blend of links to news around the internet concerning the Naval Air Station Patuxent River economic community. The opinions expressed here do not reflect opinions of the Leader’s owners or staff. The Pentagon has postponed a planned test launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile in an effort to quell tensions with Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, reports The Hill. “We did not take this decision lightly, but instead to demonstrate that we are a responsible nuclear power,” John Kirby, Pentagon spokesman, said in a DoD news release. Fighter jets from the aircraft carrier Harry S….
Do You Qualify for Free Tax Help?
LifeStyles of Maryland and the Lexington Park Library will offer free Volunteer Income Tax Assistance to those who qualify.
Castelein New PMA-202 Program Manager
CAPT Carey Castelein assumed command of Aircrew Systems program office (PMA-202) last month at Patuxent River, MD.
