Opioid Learning Series Continues in March
Several organizations will present a six-part series of events focusing on the opioid epidemic. Known as the Opioid Learning Series, sponsors for the series include the St. Mary’s County Health Department, St. Mary’s County Library, Walden Behavioral Health, and MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital.
Fleming Retires as CSM Prince Fred Dean
As Dr. Richard Fleming retires as vice president and dean of the Prince Frederick Campus of the College of Southern Maryland, Barbara Ives is serving in the position in the interim. Dr. Fleming has served nearly nine years at the campus, and his retirement was effective in December.
Hoyer Pleased With Technology Act
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer expressed his happiness at the signing of the Modernizing Government Technology Act into law in December. The law is part of the National Defense Authorization Act.
Grateful Veteran Says Thank You to Donors
Scott Teed has already worn many hats in his life. The 43-year-old Lexington Park resident has been a sailor, a technician, a parent, a veteran, and now a student. Mr. Teed is now pursing two associate degrees at College of Southern Maryland: one in electrical engineering and one in math and physical sciences.
Fifth District App Challenge Winners Named
The winners have been announced in the fourth annual Fifth District Congressional App Challenge.
SMECO 75 Funds Donated to Local Groups
Employees of Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative have a lot to be proud of. Through two fund-raising efforts like the SMECO 75 Bike Ride and a golf tournament, SMECO staffers have recently donated $47,642 to non-profit organizations that help the environment in Southern Maryland.
CSM Donors Break Records on Giving Tuesday
Donors demonstrated the generosity that is the hallmark of this community as they donated nearly $120,000 to the College of Southern Maryland Foundation on Giving Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2017.
Hoyer Hosts Discussion on Opioid Epidemic
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer invited US Surgeon General VADM Jerome M. Adams to Southern Maryland on Nov. 27, 2017, to talk about the opioid epidemic in Maryland’s Fifth District.
Ready4Life Helps Opportunity Youth
An initiative has been launched in Southern Maryland designed to help young people who are not in school or employed. Ready4Life is a website that connects 16- to 24-year-olds with services to enhance the knowledge and skills of the group called Opportunity Youth — those who might need an extra boost in life.
Hoyer Speaks at Hackathon
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer spoke during the third annual congressional Hackathon, which he co-hosted with House Leader Kevin McCarthy to create a collaborative effort between digital innovators with members and staff to discuss using new ways to use technology to make Congress more open and transparent.
