County Government Holiday Schedule
St. Mary’s County government administrative offices will be closed for the Christmas holiday December 23-24, 2021, and for New Year’s holiday December 30-31.
NORAD Santa Tracker Tradition Continues
Every December, millions of families around the world track Santa’s Yuletide journey through the North American Aerospace Defense Command’s Santa Tracker. “NORAD Tracks Santa” is a holiday tradition that started from humble origins — and as a fluke — but has now grown into a massive volunteer operation.
Local Winery Goes for the Gold
Port of Leonardtown Winery brought home top honors in the 2021 Maryland Governor’s Cup Competition.
Navy Pilots Use Newest PLM to Safely Land Jets in Challenging Situations
Thanks to the US Navy’s latest version of the Precision Landing Mode (PLM), landing in extremely challenging situations is now much safer and easier for pilots.
Morning Coffee Is Off the Burner
Morning Coffee is off the burner for the holidays. Please keep in your thoughts all those working to keep the world safe, especially during this time. We will be percolating again Monday, January 3, 2022.
Celebrating Art in Leonardtown
Three art-related businesses in Leonardtown celebrated major milestones this year: New View FiberWorks opened its doors 10 years ago; North End Gallery has reached its 35th year; and the Craft Guild of St. Mary’s has been in existence for 45 years.
Local Realtors Donate to Cancer Charity
The Southern Maryland Association of Realtors hosted its seventh annual “Bras and Drawers for the Cause” to support the nonprofit A Message of Hope cancer fund.
Young Artists Sought for DNR Poster Contest
Calling all fifth-graders! The Maryland Department of Natural Resources and Forest Conservancy District Boards invite you to participate in the annual Arbor Day poster contest.
Food Baskets to Be Distributed in Lex Park
LifeStyles will distribute Christmas food baskets from noon to 2 pm December 22, 2021, at Oasis of Victory Christian Church in Lexington Park.
Women’s Commission Seeks Community Input
The St. Mary’s County Commission for Women has made addressing domestic violence issues a primary focus and is inviting the community to share experiences and concerns.
