Protecting the Pax Mission and Preserving the Land
What might seem like an unusual partnership is preserving the rural character of the Chesapeake Bay watershed in Southern Maryland while cementing the region’s position as a hub for Navy technology research, development, and test.
13 Burglaries & 2 Robberies Bring More Cops to Lex Park
With 13 burglaries and two robberies, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is adding more uniformed officers and plain-clothed surveillance personnel in Lexington Park. The department is also looking for help from the community to locate what they believe are as many as half a dozen perpetrators.
New R&E Undersecretary Warns of Resurgent Global Power Competition
The global power competition is resurgent, according to Dr. Michael Griffin, DoD’s the first undersecretary of defense for research and engineering, briefing attendees at The Patuxent Partnership about the new organization created to ensure US military technological superiority.
Ospreys Flying & Dolphins Leaping at St. George Island
Waters around St. George Island are full of fish drawing yet another contingent of young ospreys, right now just learning how to fly and fish — and drawing some very active dolphins to St. George Creek as well. Video here!
Everything You Need to Know About Rapid Acquisition
The Patuxent Partnership is hosting an informational event to teach about rapid acquisition from 8 to 9:30 am Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018, at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center.
Contract Awarded for Veterans Clinic
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer is happy to announce that a contract has been awarded for the new Community-Based Outpatient Clinic in Charlotte Hall.
Repairs at Pax Change Flight Patterns
NAS Patuxent River flight patterns have changed due to runway repairs. Local communities may notice increased noise levels.
College Opens Fitness, Nature Trail in Leonardtown
College of Southern Maryland has opened a renovated Fitness and Nature Trail on its Leonardtown Campus. Open to the community, the trail is intended for recreational and educational use.
Veterans Get New Satellite Clinic in Lex Park
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer has expressed his pleasure at the announcement of a contract for a new satellite Community-Based Outpatient Clinic for veterans in St. Mary’s County. The announcement was made by the US Department of Veterans Affairs.
Historic Preservation Group Honors Hospital
MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown has been recognized for its Historic Preservation efforts. The hospital’s “Reflections,” an exhibit of historical artifacts that are related to the hospital, has been honored by the St. Mary’s County Historic Preservation Commission for its work to keep and highlight the 106-year history of the nonprofit medical facility.
