Credits to Be Issued to SMECO Members
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative’s eligible active members will receive credits on their bills, and checks will be issued to eligible former members, as the company is refunding capital credits totaling nearly $6.6 million.
Companies Sought to Host Student Apprenticeships
Local companies can become part of an innovative apprenticeship program in Southern Maryland that trains and prepares students to fill workforce shortages in STEM or manufacturing career fields.
COVID Relief Grants Available for Nonprofits
The St. Mary’s County commissioners activated a COVID relief fund for local nonprofits in all categories of IRS 501(c) designation with a physical address in the county.
1st SMECO EV Charging Station Opens
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative opened its first EV Recharge public charging station for electric vehicles at the St. Mary’s County Public Library and Garvey Activity Senior Center on Hayden Farm Lane in Leonardtown. The station has 24-hour access.
SMECO Scholarship Applications Available
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative is offering college scholarships for the 2021-2022 school year. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, April 6, 2021.
Hoyer Applauds Buy American Order
Rep. Steny H. Hoyer applauded President Joe Biden on his Buy American executive order to help support American manufacturers and workers.
County Offers Relief Funds for Restaurants
St. Mary’s County has approved a second round of relief funds for food service establishments as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact businesses.
Why Is Tax Planning Important?
There are many things that can be done before the end of your tax year that will either reduce your taxes or defer your income tax liability until some future year. Good tax planning goes on all year, but there is still much that can be done at the end of the year.
MeetUp Topic: Winning SBIR/STTR Proposal Strategies
“Winning SBIR/STTR Proposal Strategies – Taking Technologies to Market” is the topic of a Thursday, November 5, webinar from 8:30 to 10 am. The Patuxent Partnership is helping to publicize the event.
Local Innovators Ready to Pitch Ideas
Southern Maryland Innovates will hold its Crab Pot Pitch virtual event at 6 pm Thursday, October 29, 2020.
