July 20, 2026

  • More to Explore

    Don’t Forget. There’s More to Explore

    The Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership has launched the annual More to Explore program. Visit local parks, farmers markets, and historical sites to collect codewords until September 7, 2026.

  • SMECO

    SMECO Issues Credits to Members

    Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative is refunding members’ capital credits totaling nearly $7 million. Of that total, a general refund of approximately $4.6 million will be issued in July.

  • Action Team

    Violence, Injury, & Trauma Action Team to Meet

    The Violence, Injury, and Trauma Action Team of the Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership will meet from 1 to 2pm Thursday, July 23, 2026.

  • St. George Island

    The Tale of the Battle of St. George Island

    Mark your calendar. Join Preservation Maryland President and CEO Nicholas Redding to learn about Maryland’s only Revolutionary War battle, its impact, and the often overlooked tale of the Battle of St. George Island.

  • Talons

    Talons Robotics Team Honors Advisors

    Faculty advisors to the College of Southern Maryland Talons Robotics team were honored with flags flown over the Pentagon in recognition of the time and mentorship they have shown the team.

Leader Exclusives

St. George Island

The Tale of the Battle of St. George Island

Jul 18, 2026

Mark your calendar. Join Preservation Maryland President and CEO Nicholas Redding to learn about Maryland’s only Revolutionary War battle, its impact, and the often overlooked tale of the Battle of St. George Island.

2023-01: Big Mama Attacked

Jul 15, 2026

Far from the first time, Big Mama rocketed into the air to repulse an intruder. But this time they became entangled and dropped into the water. The intruder flew practically at the moment of the splash. Big Mama floated beneath her nest, head up and wings outstretched.

Cooling Centers

Public Cooling Centers Available July 15-18

Jul 13, 2026

Due to extreme heat in the forecast, St. Mary’s County government announced the availability of cooling centers for the public from Wednesday, July 15, through Saturday, July 18, 2026. Residents may take refuge in one of these cool places.