June 4, 2026

Are You on SMECO’s Unclaimed Funds List?

unclaimed funds

Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative has uncashed checks that were issued as Capital Credit refunds to members, as payments to vendors, or as donations to local organizations. And SMECO would like to deliver the money to the rightful owners.

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Nominations Sought for 2025 Sustainability Awards

Sustainability Awards

Nominations are being sought for the 2025 Sustainability Awards, which recognize St. Mary’s County organizations and residents for outstanding efforts to improve the local environment.

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Leadership SoMD Studies Region’s Education System

Education

The Leadership Southern Maryland Executive Program met Nov. 6 at the Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center in Leonardtown for a full-day study of Southern Maryland education.

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Sheriff’s Office Launches New Website

Sheriff's Office

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office has launched a newly redesigned website at www.FirstSheriff.com, offering the community a clearer, more accessible, and user-friendly way to find important public safety information.

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County, Schools Holiday Schedules

Holiday

2025 holiday schedules for St. Mary’s County government, public schools, health department, and Christmas tree disposal.

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Nominate a STEM Teacher for SMECO Award

STEM SMECO

Do you know an outstanding math, science, or STEM teacher? Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative wants to hear about them.

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US Launches Strikes Against ISIS in Syria

Syria

The US began air and artillery strikes against ISIS targets in Syria on Friday following the deaths of three US citizens. US F-15E Strike Eagles and A-10 Thunderbolt IIs hit dozens of sites.

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DNR Finds Chessie? Nope. But It Is a Monster Sturgeon

Chessie

Maryland Department of Natural Resources surveyors thought they might have found Chessie. But is turns out they caught the largest female sturgeon in the survey’s history.

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R&P Summerstock to Feature ‘Frozen’ in 2026

Frozen

St. Mary’s Department of Recreation & Parks has announced the 2026 Summerstock production of Disney’s “FROZEN: The Broadway Musical.” Performances will be at Great Mills High School on July 17-19 and July 24-26, 2026, with a total of eight shows.

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County Urges Residents: Plan Ahead for Winter

Winter

St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services encourages all residents to plan ahead and prepare early to ensure they are ready for winter.

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