Can Soft Shell Clams Revive Aquaculture?
Fifty years ago, soft shell clams were so plentiful in the Potomac River and Chesapeake Bay that we used them for fish bait or sold them when we could for about $2 per basket. Today, they’re rare as hen’s teeth, and Morgan State University scientists hope to help make soft shell clams a viable aquaculture product, boosting the shellfish industry.
Navy Alliance Seeking New Members
The Southern Maryland Navy Alliance is looking to expand its membership.
New Clinic Opens at Lex Park Health Hub
A Greater Baden Medical Services primary health care clinic has opened at the St. Mary’s County Health Hub at 21625 Great Mills Road in Lexington Park.
Letter: St. Mary’s Dems Criticize Delegation Decision on Bond Authority for YMCA
In an open letter, the St. Mary’s Democratic Central Committee expresses frustration over the county’s Annapolis delegation’s refusal to forward for state approval $15 million in bond authority for the construction of a YMCA in the county.
TPP: Learn About Paid STEM Internships
The Patuxent Partnership will present SoMD 2030, a workforce development initiative, at 8:30am January 31. Learn about paid internships for summer 2023, the Tech Jobs Rule apprentice program, and other ways to get engaged as the region increases its STEM pipeline.
Special Hunt Day for Vets, Military, Youth
Maryland’s youth hunters, veterans, and military personnel will be afforded a unique opportunity to experience Maryland’s tradition of waterfowl hunting Feb. 4, 2023.
Cap’n Jack IDs Wintering Birds in the Chesapeake
While winter sends some of the Chesapeake Bay wildlife to warmer climes, the bay remains active throughout the season with many different ducks and birds wintering in the Chesapeake. Here are some of the ducks — and an eagle.
Aviation Catapults Topic of Library Program
Join the St. Mary’s County Library for a “Cold War Era Aviation Catapults at NAS Patuxent River” Zoom program from 7 to 8pm Monday, January 30, 2023.
TPP Members Donate to St. Mary’s Caring
The Patuxent Partnership made a donation during the holidays to the new St. Mary’s Caring facility.
TPP Scholarship Deadline Is Jan. 31
The Patuxent Partnership Pathways Scholarship application deadline for 2022-2023 is January 31, 2023.
