July 22, 2026

Underground Railroad Network Adds 5 Sites in MD

Underground Railroad

Five historical sites in Maryland have been added to the National Park Service’s National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. The new listings join more than 800 sites, facilities, and programs already in the network.

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Honoring America’s Fallen Heroes at Arlington

Arlington Memorial Day

Morning Coffee is a robust blend of links to news around the internet concerning the Naval Air Station Patuxent River economic community. The opinions expressed here do not reflect opinions of the Leader’s owners or staff. The 3rd Infantry Regiment, also known as The Old Guard, placed American flags at the base of more than 260,000 headstones and more than 7,000 columbarium niche rows at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Thursday, reports Stars and Strips. The tradition has taken place every year since The Old Guard’s establishment as the Army’s official…

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County Govt. Memorial Day Operations

All St. Mary’s County government administrative offices will be closed Monday, May 26, 2025, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. Some Recreation & Parks facilities will be open.

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Fare-Free Week on STS May 25-31

STS

Riders of the St. Mary’s Transit System will enjoy fare-free rides from Sunday, May 25, through Saturday, May 31, 2025. The special promotion is being offered in honor of National Transportation Week.

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Lawmakers Defend Federal Investments for Maryland

Rep. Steny H. Hoyer and members of MD’s congressional delegation met to discuss efforts to defend federal investments for the state’s priorities and ensure constituents can continue to access essential public services.

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Great Mills Pool Now Open

Pool

The Great Mills pool will re-open as an outdoor pool on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Join the fun at the Splash Bash Pool Party from 1 to 4pm May 25.

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MD Ranks #2 for Military Retirees in US

WalletHub found Maryland ranked 2nd overall in its report: 2025’s Best & Worst States for Military Retirees. The report compares the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 28 key indicators of retirement-friendliness toward veterans,

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St. Mary’s CDC Seeks Exec. Director

St. Mary’s County Community Development Corporation is seeking an executive director, part-time or full-time options available. Interested applicants can email a letter of interest, resume, and references to CDC Chairwoman Evelyn Hernandez at [email protected].

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Violence, Injury, & Action Team to Meet

Action Team

The Violence, Injury, and Trauma Action Team of the Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership will meet from 1 to 2pm Thursday, June 26, 2025.

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Pax Noise Advisory Set Until June 6

Noise

Communities surrounding Naval Air Station Patuxent River are advised that noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place from 8am to 7pm until June 6, 2025.

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