June 5, 2026

Students Excel at National Leadership, Skills Conference

Forrest SkillsUSA

Maryland’s SkillsUSA student delegation brought home 16 medals from the 60th annual National Leadership and Skills Conference held this summer in Atlanta, GA.

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Lynching Truth Commission to Hold Public Hearing

Lynching Historic Marker

The Maryland Lynching Truth and Reconciliation Commission will hold a public hearing in Leonardtown from 10am to 2pm November 16, 2024, as part of its ongoing effort to bring awareness to Maryland’s history of racial violence and to foster reconciliation in the present.

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11 Complete Sheriff’s Citizens Academy

Citizens Academy

Eleven participants successfully completed the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office 2024 Citizens Academy.

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Report Outlines State Defense Spending

Defense

In the Pentagon’s defense spending by state report for fiscal 2023, Maryland ranked among the top 10 on the list with total, statewide defense contractor spending at $18.3 billion.

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MetCom Provides Grant for Oyster Revitalization Efforts

SlackWater why oysters matter

The St. Mary’s County Metropolitan Commission will provide annual grants to the Potomac River Fisheries Commission for oyster revitalization projects.

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First Friday in Leonardtown Nov. 1

Friday

First Fridays open up Leonardtown, MD, for a one-of-a-kind shopping and entertaining evening, and invite visitors to join in the fun! Come to town November 1-3 for shopping, dining, and exploring. The weekend’s theme is Passport to the Holidays Shop & Stroll.

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County TechBook Getting an Update

TechBook

Calling all St. Mary’s tech companies and support organizations. It’s time to update listings for the next issue of the St. Mary’s County Technology Resource Book.

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Household Hazardous Waste Collection Set

Hazardous Waste collection day

Clean out your barn, basement, garage, and other home storage areas in preparation for Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on November 9.

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Gratitude Can Relieve Stress

We at Walden Wise understands that the day-to-day can feel overwhelming. We hope this simple activity offers a moment of grounding and joy for you and the kids you care about.

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‘Matilda’ Set to Hit Three Notch Stage

Matilda

Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical will be up next at The Newtowne Players’ Three Notch Theatre in Lexington Park. Performance dates will be November 22 – December 15.

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