Join AFCEA & TechPort for Tech at the Edge
Join AFCEA and TechPort on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, for Tech at the Edge, a day of cutting-edge technology and innovation.
White House: ‘Higher Priority’ Is F-47, Not Navy’s F/A-XX
The White House supports reevaluating the Navy’s F/A-XX program due to concerns of two sixth generation programs occurring simultaneously. Awarding the contract would likely delay the “higher-priority F-47,” the administration said.
SMECO: Simple Upgrade = Big Savings
Smart thermostats offer an easy and efficient way to manage home temperatures compared to traditional programmable models, reminds Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative.
SHA Seeks Input on Pedestrian, Bicyclist Needs
The Maryland State Highway Administration is conducting an online survey and virtual meetings to gather public feedback to help update the agency’s Vulnerable Road User Assessment. A July 22 meeting will focus on Southern Maryland.
Chronic Disease Action Team to Meet
The Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership Chronic Disease Action Team will meet from 1 to 2pm Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
SMECO Annual Meeting Ballots Sent
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative 2025 Annual Meeting notices and ballots have been mailed to customers. Check your mail and email for your chance to vote for board members.
NAVAIR Employees Win DoN Awards
Three individuals and four teams from NAVAIR were recognized as winners of the Department of the Navy’s annual Financial Management Awards at a ceremony at the Pentagon on June 18.
US Wants Drones as Dispensable as Bullets
Uncrewed aerial systems less than 55 pounds are now to be treated as “consumables,” more akin to hand grenades and other kinds of ammunition than aircraft. Lower-level commanders will now also be able to procure smaller UASs directly, as well as authorize subordinates to operate them.
MD Delegation Members Call on IRS to Expedite Tax Refunds
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer and other members of the Maryland delegation are concerned with the Internal Revenue Service’s procedures for expedited processing of federal tax returns from taxpayers facing financial challenges.
At Pax, a Picture of Barracks Life Done Right
NAS Patuxent River’s Navy-managed military housing facility presents a picture of barracks life done right.




















