Marker to Tell Story of Lynching Victim
A historic marker unveiling ceremony of justice and equity will be held at 4 pm Monday, November 1, 2021, Maryland Emancipation Day, at the Old Jail Museum in Leonardtown.
Message from the Cap’n: Listening to Dolphins
Oyster season has opened, and the Cap’n is eavesdropping on dolphins — but pauses to also add some autumn oystering and waterman wisdom for the ’21-’22 season.
Senate Committee Ups DoD Budget
Lawmakers look to provide the Pentagon with its annual budget — the Department of Defense Appropriation Act — before the current continuing resolution funding the government expires Dec. 3. But it’s not necessarily the budget the Pentagon requested.
POSTPONED: Community Assistance Day Set Oct. 29
Community Assistance Day will be held from 11 am to 2 pm October 29, 2021. The outdoor event will be held at Lexington Park United Methodist Church at 21760 Great Mills Road in Lexington Park.
Entries Sought for Vets Day Parade
Registration is open until October 22 for those wishing to participate in the annual Veterans Day Parade in Leonardtown. Floats, bands, schools, scouts, clubs, cheerleaders, bikes, vintage cars, and horses are some of the entries that will be accepted.
Wreaths Across America Exhibit Travels to St. Mary’s
The Wreaths Across America Mobile Education Exhibit is scheduled to make a visit to Mission BBQ in California on November 11, 2021.
Powell Remembered as Soldier, Trailblazer, Statesman
Former secretary of state Colin Powell was remembered Monday as a trailblazer and trusted adviser to presidents. Powell died on Monday. He was 84.
New Sites for Underground Railroad Network
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer applauded the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom’s addition of new sites in Maryland to the network.
US or China. Who Is Winning AI Battle?
Which country has the best artificial intelligence technology in the world? It depends on who you ask. These military cybersecurity experts have differing opinions.
Three Oaks Golf Tournament Thursday
Three Oaks Center’s Jack Gelrud Memorial Golf Tournament will be held Thursday, October 21, 2021. Proceeds from the tournament benefit programs that serve the homeless population in St. Mary’s County.
