More Restrictions, Closures Due to COVID-19 Threat
More restrictions and closures are in effect in an effort to stop the spread of the coronavirus. The number of those testing positive goes up in Maryland.
During Outbreak, SMECO Stops Disconnects for Non-Payment
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative is suspending electric disconnects for non-payment.
SMECO Files for a Rate Decrease
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative has submitted a filing to the Maryland Public Service Commission to reduce its base energy charges by more than 10% for residential customers.
First COVID-19 Case Reported in So. Md.
Among developments during the COVID-19 threat: First case reported in Southern Maryland; 31 cases confirmed in Maryland; governor enacts an emergency order to expand access to child care for critical personnel; DoD says 10 service members have tested positive; Navy suspends most travel.
Coronavirus Response Act Passes House
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer announced Sunday that the House has passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act in a 363-40 vote.
Lunch Service to Be Provided for Students During School Closures
St. Mary’s County Public Schools will provide a drive-up lunch service Monday-Friday from April 20-24, 2020, at the four locations from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm daily.
St. Mary’s Has COVID-19 Call Center
A call center has been opened for St. Mary’s County residents needing more information about the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Community members can call the center Monday – Friday from 8 am – 5 pm to speak with staff, obtain information about the disease, or get their questions answered at 475-4911.
St. Mary’s County COVID-19 Operational Update
As of Friday, March 13, 2020, there are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in St. Mary’s County but in the interest of public health, the county has announced some cancellations and changes.
Update: TPP Cancels Upcoming Reynolds’ Briefing, Other Events
The Patuxent Partnership has canceled its upcoming program March 18 with Lt. Gen. Reynolds, as well as its all-day program, ”Naval Aviation & Air Dominance and the Great Power Competition,” scheduled for April 2.
March 21 Fly-In Farmers Market Canceled
Historic Sotterley has announced that the Fly-In Farmers Market scheduled for Saturday, March 21, has been canceled.
