DHS Issues Alert on Chinese Drones
The Department of Homeland Security issued an alert on Chinese drones, which could pose security risks, including data theft. Most drones purchased in the US are manufactured in China.
Tobacco-Free Action Team Meets June 6
MedStar St. Mary’s supports the Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership’s Tobacco-Free Living Action Team, which will meet at 10:45 am Thursday, June 6, 2019, at the East Run Medical Center at 45870 East Run Drive in Lexington Park.
Still Time to Register for TPP Working Capital Event
There’s still time to register for The Patuxent Partnership’s Navy Working Capital Fund presentation. Gene Townsend, former comptroller of the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, will speak on that topic 8 to 9:30 am Thursday, May 30, 2019 at the University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland.
Hoyer: Violence Against Women Act Is Urgent
Recently, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer paid a visit to the Maryland Crime Victims Resource Center in Upper Marlboro to talk about the importance of reauthorizing the Violence Against Women Act.
Trump Overrides Congress on Arms Sales
Despite Congressional objections, the Trump administration cleared $8.1 billion in arms sales for Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and the United Arab Emirates by invoking an emergency exemption.
MedStar Earns Top Marks in Hospital Safety
The Leapfrog Group has again awarded top marks to MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in its Spring 2019 Hospital Safety Grade survey. The hospital safety grade of “A” recognizes the hospital’s superior efforts in protecting patients from harm and meeting the highest safety standards in the US.
College Graduates Take the Stage
The 60th spring commencement at the College of Southern Maryland celebrated 522 candidates for 546 associate degrees and 244 certificates on May 17. The College Graduates took the stage at the La Plata Campus.
More Troops Headed to the Middle East
More service members, intelligence aircraft, engineers, and fighter pilots are heading to the Middle East as a “prudent defensive measure” against Iran.
Rates Drop, Home Construction Rebounds
Trade tensions have lowered interest rates and combined with a rebounding housing industry summer 2019 is promising a better market for home buyers. Pre-qualifying for your mortgage at PRMI can put you first in line for the home of your dreams.
Navy Working Capital Fund Explained
Gene Townsend, former comptroller of the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, will speak on the Navy Working Capital Fund during an event Thursday, May 30, 2019, hosted by The Patuxent Partnership.
