Drayden Schoolhouse Renovations Revealed
A ribbon-cutting ceremony on Feb. 6, 2018, will unveil renovations that have been made to the Drayden Schoolhouse.
Walthour Selected for Achievement Award
Dr. Janice Walthour has been named by the St. Mary’s County Commission for Women as the recipient of the 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award.
Bauman is New COO at Walden
Dr. Sam Bauman is the new chief operating officer at Walden Behavioral Health in Southern Maryland.
Pilot Promotes Flight for Young Eagles
Daniel Hammer of Lusby has hit a milestone. The pilot has given free demonstration airplane rides to more than 100 young people as he participates in the Experimental Aircraft Association’s Young Eagles program. The program aims to introduce a new generation of young people to the world of flight.
Newborns to Sport Red Hats at MedStar
Babies born at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown will wear red hats in February to raise awareness of congenital heart defects. People in the community are invited to knit or crochet newborn-sized hats using red cotton or acrylic yarn.
Hoyer Stresses Importance of CHIP Funding
During a recent visit to Greater Baden Medical Services, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer participated in a roundtable discussion that focused on the importance of reauthorizing funding for the Children’s Health Insurance Program and Federally Qualified Health Centers.
Johnson Is Keynote at Winter Commencement
Ashley Johnson, technical director of the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division, will be the keynote speaker for the 19th Winter Commencement at the College of Southern Maryland on Jan. 18, 2018.
Give Gift of Life at Hospital Blood Drive
Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear Band-Aids and give the gift of life. Be a hero and donate blood as the American Red Cross comes to MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital on Jan. 17, 2018, from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm, just outside of the Outpatient Pavilion.
Tobacco Cessation Classes Start Soon
The St. Mary’s County Health Department offers free tobacco cessation classes and the next round will begin soon. The classes are being promoted by the Tobacco Free Living Action Team, a part of the Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership, supported by MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown.
