County Code Amendments to Be Discussed
Amendments to Chapter 113 of the Code of St. Mary’s County will be the topic of a public meeting Wednesday, July 12, 2017.
‘Once Upon a Mattress’: Rollicking Musical at Three Notch
“Once Upon a Mattress,” a rollicking romp by The Newtowne Players, plays through July at the Three Notch Theatre in Lexington Park, Maryland.
Big Buyouts Eyed for DoD Civilian Workers
Civilian defense workers could be looking at a new $40,000 buyout program set up by the Pentagon. It’s likely be a hit at DoD as the Pentagon moves to cut headquarters staff.
Portion of Amber Drive to Close Temporarily
For about four weeks, starting July 10, 2017, the westbound lane of Amber Drive between Athlone Drive and Kinnegad Drive will be closed to traffic. The section of road is in the Hickory Hills community in St. Mary’s County.
WWI Remembered With Traveling Exhibit
It’s been 100 years since the US entered World War I, and the Southern Maryland Studies Center is taking the opportunity to honor the sacrifices of local soldiers who have risked their lives, as well as remember the WWI impact on this region.
Dems in Congress Expand Reach Online
Until July 17, Democrats in the House of Representatives will compete to see who can attract the most followers on social media
CSM, Partners Create Student Pathway
College of Southern Maryland is dedicated to serving both students and the local workforce, and recently signed an agreement with several partners in the community that is designed to focus the partners on preparing local business students for contracting work at NAVAIR at NAS Patuxent River.
Deputies Recognized for School Safety Efforts
St. Mary’s County Public Schools recognized the roles of law enforcement personnel in public schools at a ceremony in June, and deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office were included in the honors.
Art Blooms at Annmarie Garden
Art and nature are often interchangeable, and for a weekend in July, they are side-by-side. Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Art Center is presenting its annual Art Blooms Floral Design Exhibit on Saturday and Sunday, July 16 and 17, 2017. The exhibit is open from 10 am to 5 pm both days. Admission to the event is free.
Briefing Set on So. Md. Road Projects
The Patuxent Partnership will host a briefing on So. Md. road projects with Jim Ports, deputy secretary for operations for the Maryland Department of Transportation, from 8 to 9 am Tuesday, July 18, 2017.
