Enjoy Jazz at Sunset @ Piney Point Lighthouse
Start off the 25th anniversary of the Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival with an evening at the Piney Point Lighthouse from 6 to 9pm Thursday, July 10, 2025, featuring the music of Higher Standards.
Free Fishing in Maryland on July 4
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will offer a license-free fishing day for all state residents and visitors on Friday, July 4.
STS Will Go Fare Free Beginning July 1
The St. Mary’s Transit System will begin offering fare-free rides for all passengers starting July 1, 2025.
MCAA Squadron Awards STEM Scholarships
The Marine Corps Aviation Association, John Glenn Squadron at Patuxent River recently recognized high school graduates in Southern Maryland who plan to pursue science, technology, engineering, or math-based degrees with scholarships.
Freedom Fest, Fireworks Set @ Fairgrounds June 28
The St. Mary’s Freedom Fest celebration will be held at the county fairgrounds in Leonardtown from 5 to 10pm Saturday, June 28, 2025.
US Bombs, Declares Ceasefire, in 73 Hours
The US military’s Operation Midnight Hammer on Saturday night hit three of Iran’s nuclear enrichment facilities causing “severe damage and destruction.” A timeline of events shows 73 hours between the bomb strikes and the announcement of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel.
Roadwork Continues Along MD Rt. 5
The Maryland State Highway Administration reminds drivers to plan ahead for summer construction-related roadwork along Maryland Route 5 (Point Lookout Road).
Hoyer Defends Food Aid Amid Cuts
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer discussed the impacts of tariffs and cuts to SNAP and Medicaid during a visit to the Bowie Interfaith Pantry with volunteers as they distributed meals to local families.
County Launches Ag/Seafood Initiative
St. Mary’s County Department of Economic Development has launched a new initiative — Maryland’s AgriCoast – St. Mary’s County — to showcase and promote locally produced agriculture, seafood, and forestry products.
SMECO: Big Savings for Small Businesses
Through EmPOWER Maryland, Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative can help small businesses in the region lower energy use with an energy analysis at no additional cost and incentives of up to 80% to help make energy‑efficient upgrades.
