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Gratitude Can Reduce Caregiver Burnout

Helping to prevent the complicated issue of burnout by caregivers can be as simple as small gestures of gratitude, and MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown is helping to share that information with the public.
5th District Art Competition Winner Named

Chopticon High School senior Amber Fanelli has reason to celebrate. Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (Md.-5th) has announced Fanelli as the winner of the 2019 Fifth District Art Competition, winning for her piece titled “La Jolla Rocks.”
Flight Hours Cut for Some Squadrons

Budget shortfalls are forcing the US Navy to cut flight hours for several squadrons on the East Coast. Maritime patrol squadrons, test pilots, and fleet air support units will all see a 10 percent cut.
Snapping Turtles Abound in the Chesapeake

Message From the Captain: More snapping turtles are coming to the Chesapeake Bay — Stay away from them!
CSM to Provide Adult Education in Charles

The Maryland Department of Labor has expanded its partnership with the College of Southern Maryland. Effective July 1, CSM became the provider for adult education in Charles County.

Gratitude Can Reduce Caregiver Burnout

Jul 23, 2019
5th District Art Competition Winner Named

Jul 23, 2019
Flight Hours Cut for Some Squadrons

Jul 23, 2019
Snapping Turtles Abound in the Chesapeake

Jul 22, 2019
CSM to Provide Adult Education in Charles

Jul 22, 2019

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Snapping Turtles Abound in the Chesapeake

Message From the Captain: More snapping turtles are coming to the Chesapeake Bay — Stay away from them!

NASC Industry Day Set for July 30

The Patuxent Partnership is presenting Naval Aviation Systems Consortium Industry Day from 1 to 4:30 pm on Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland (formerly the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center) in Building 2’s Center Hall.

2nd Lexington Park Mural Completed

Artist Rainbow is the second professional mural St. Mary’s Community Development Corp. has installed in Lexington Park, MD. Designed and installed by North Beach, MD, artist Roz Racanello, the collage of portraits includes a wide array of creators with the message: Artists come in every color of the rainbow. Visit the latest Lexington Park mural along Art Alley off eastbound Great Mills Road next to Amazing Nails 2 and Spa.

Council on Family Violence Expands to St. Mary’s County

Walden Behavioral Health is helping the Mid-Shore Council on Family Violence expand its service area to help victims of family violence and sexual assault to St. Mary’s County.

Art & Lifestyle

5th District Art Competition Winner Named

Jul 23, 2019

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Chopticon High School senior Amber Fanelli has reason to celebrate. Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (Md.-5th) has announced Fanelli as the winner of the 2019 Fifth District Art Competition, winning for her piece titled “La Jolla Rocks.”