Hobbs Serving in French Navy Exchange Program
LT CMDR Thomas Hobbs, a US Navy pilot, is serving in a personnel exchange program with the French Navy. He is a 1999 St. Mary’s Ryken High School graduate.
Jammer Maintenance Plans Put to the Test
US Navy sailors recently tested the validity of the Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band capability’s maintenance plans and technical manuals during a recent logistics demonstration at NAS Patuxent River, MD.
Hoyer Receives COVID-19 Vaccine
House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer received his first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine on Friday, following Vice President Mike Pence, Rep. Nancy Pelosi, Sen. Mitch McConnell, and other senior government leaders.
Lawmakers Announce Funds for Community Health Centers
Maryland’s congressional delegation announced earlier this month that more than $8 million in federal funds was awarded to support Maryland community health centers.
New Gate Hours at Pax for the Holidays
Naval Air Station Pax River will begin holiday gate hours starting close of business Friday, Dec. 18, 2020. Normal gate operations will resume Monday, Jan. 4, 2021.
Pax & County Extend Support Agreement
Extension of the Intergovernmental Support Agreement with St. Mary’s County allows NAS Patuxent River to work with the county to reduce operating and capital maintenance costs while developing a culture of mutual support with the local community for another two years.
DoD Unleashes Robotic Dogs
The 325th Security Forces Squadron at Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida is the first US military unit to adopt the robotic quadrupeds for regular operations.
Schools List Winter Break Meal Pickup Times
St. Mary’s County Public Schools announced its winter break meal pickup days will be Dec. 21 and 28.
TechPort Launches 3D Virtual Tour
Take a 3D, 360° Interactive Virtual Tour of the Community’s Innovation Hub — TechPort in the heart of the new aviation technology park at St. Mary’s County Regional Airport.
Comment Sought on Health Assessment Report
The draft 2020 Community Health Assessment report for St. Mary’s County has been released for public comment. The deadline to respond is Dec. 18.
