SMECO Donates to Operation: Tohidu
This year, SMECO was able to donate $53,476 to Melwood’s Operation: Tohidu because of the money raised during the SMECO 75 Bike Ride in June and the SMECO Annual Charity Golf Outing in October.
TPP Announces Volunteer Needs
Several volunteer needs and opportunities are coming up all over St. Mary’s County, and The Patuxent Partnership is connecting volunteers with organizations that need them.
Otten New CSM Women’s Lacrosse Coach
Douglas J. Otten has been named the new head coach of the women’s lacrosse team at the College of Southern Maryland.
Deputies Speak to Young Men About Life, Leadership
Representatives from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office recently spoke to the young men who are members of a local group called EMPOWER, which stands for Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence. At the Nov. 19, 2016, presentation, the speakers talked about law enforcement interactions, life decisions, and leadership.
Victory Media Honors CSM for Military Support
When it comes to serving members of the military, College of Southern Maryland continues to be recognized as an example in the academic community.
Erichsen Takes Job as MetCom Executive Director
George Erichsen, a longtime employee of St. Mary’s County government, will resign his position as Department of Public Works and Transportation director to accept the position of executive director with the St. Mary’s County Metropolitan Commission. Mr. Erichsen was chosen for the position following a nationwide search.
CSM, County List Winter Break, Holiday Closings
College of Southern Maryland announces winter break.
Wrap-Up 2016: Defense Aviation Photo Finalists
Morning Coffee’s robust blend of links to news concerning the Pax River economy will return Jan. 3, 2017. Enjoy your winter break with these dramatic photos of defense aviation, some apps to help you through the holidays, and a couple of briefs regarding the DoD opening of the new year.
Commercial Drones Class Coming to CSM
CSM will offer a two-week, 18-hour “Introduction to Small Unmanned Aircraft System” course to teach hobbyists and professionals how to fly drones safely and legally.
TPP Panel Discusses Foreign Military Sales
“Foreign Military Sales Essential to US Defense” will be the topic of The Patuxent Partnership’s first briefing of the new year. Southern Maryland Higher Education Center will host the Jan. 10, 2017, event.
