Supply Chain to Get Worse
Computer chip shortages, epic port congestion, and a severe shortage of truck drivers add to the existing supply chain woes that continue to accompany the ongoing pandemic.
Concert Series Closes With Amish Outlaws
The Summer of Music in Leonardtown comes to an end when the Amish Outlaws band performs in the town square for the first time Saturday, October 16, 2021.
Hoyer: COVID Still Having Harmful Impact on Economy
The September 2021 jobs report shows that COVID-19 is still having a harmful impact on the US economy, said House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer.
Nov. 15 Deadline for Keep MD Beautiful Grants
Applications are now being accepted for the Keep Maryland Beautiful grants program.
Action Demanded on Sewage Release into Chesapeake
After discovering that two wastewater treatment plants in Baltimore have been releasing millions of gallons of partially untreated sewage into the Chesapeake Bay, Blue Water Maryland has notified the city it may file a lawsuit to force improvements. The state has confirmed discharge violations near the Patapsco Wastewater Treatment Plant and Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant.
SMECO Now Has 9 EV Charging Stations
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative has completed installation of nine local Level 2 electric vehicle charging stations.
Atwa, Wanted for Role in 1985 Hijacking That Killed Local Sailor, Dies
Ali Atwa, a senior Hezbollah operative who was on the FBI’s most wanted list for his role in in the 1985 hijacking of TWA Flight 847 that led to the death of a US Navy diver Robert D. Stethem of Waldorf, MD.
Register for TPP’s Heritage Area Program
There is still time to register for The Patuxent Partnership’s second program in its Southern Maryland Heritage Series, “Where Tide and Time Meet.”
Morning Coffee Is Off the Burner
Morning Coffee is off the burner today, in recognition of Columbus Day, but will be back percolating Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021.
10-Yr. Comprehensive Plan Input Sought
Community input is being sought for St. Mary’s County’s 10-year comprehensive plan. Fill out the survey online.
