Good News for Contractors in Defense Bill
There’s a lot to like in the procurement reforms in the draft defense bill, even with concerns about some new workplace regulations.
Reid on Defense Budget: A Deal is a Deal
Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid is balking at adding funding to the defense budget deal agreed to President Obama and former House Speaker John Boehner.
Housing for Visiting Physicians Under Construction
MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown held a groundbreaking April 25 for new housing for visiting physicians and medical professionals. Hospital officials believe the project will attract new physicians to the area.
Navy Chiefs Will ‘Ride to the Wall’
Riders are being sought for the ninth annual US Navy Chief’s Ride to the Wall on Sunday, May 29. Motorcyclists will leave Hollywood at 6:30 am.
End of Vietnam Arms Embargo Draws Mild Chinese Response
China’s response to the United States’ abandonment of its Vietnam arms embargo was muted, masking simmering regional tensions.
Patuxent Defense Forum Tackles Privacy, Technology Issues
The Patuxent Partnership is planning its 11th annual Patuxent Defense Forum, and the topic is about the major changes that have happened in defense over the last few decades, and most notably with privacy in recent years.
Mentor Students at Summer Coding Academy
Members of The Patuxent Partnership might want to consider volunteering to help students from first grade to 12th grade learn coding at summer workshops at the St. Mary’s County Library.
McCain: Amp Up Defense Spending to Counter Threats
Sen. John McCain says the US needs to spend much more on defense to counter rising threats worldwide.
New Navy Museum Building Set to Open
It’s been years in the making, but the new 20,000 square-foot Patuxent River Naval Air Museum complex is ready for its public debut. The museum’s new building will open to the public during a celebration on Memorial Day weekend, starting at 10 am Saturday, May 28.
Register Now for CSM Kids’ and Teen College
Registration is now open for one of the best, most fun, and most educational ways a kid can spend the summer: College of Southern Maryland Kids’ and Teen College. This annual youth camp is celebrating its 30th year of offering programs that have kept the pace with technology and popular culture.
