Sotterley Unveils Middle Passage Marker
At Historic Sotterley’s Day of Unity and Healing, a new Middle Passage Marker was unveiled. The marker commemorates the lives of those impacted by the transatlantic slave trade, and in particular the enslaved who came directly to Sotterley aboard the Generous Jenny.
Land Trust Notes Impact of Donors, Volunteers
Patuxent Tidewater Land Trust Conservation Manager Abby Greenwell recaps the organization’s activities during the past year.
Sotterley to Present People & Perspectives
Historic Sotterley will present People & Perspectives with Dan Dawson, co-founder of Tobacco Barn Distillery, at 7pm September 18, 2024.
Historical Society to Host Map Presentation
The St. Mary’s County Historical Society will hold a hybrid meet and greet and map presentation from 10am to noon Saturday, October 5, at the Leonardtown Library.
Virginia Militia Run by Guard Members
The Virginia National Guard has launched an investigation into two soldiers espousing anti-government views while running a militia in Campbell County, VA, with the blessing of the county’s board of supervisors.
Library to Host Author Fair Nov. 16
The St. Mary’s County Library Author Fair on Saturday, November 16, will provide an opportunity to meet local authors and browse their works. The event will be held in Charlotte Hall.
Food Drive @ HSMP Annual Meeting
The Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership will host its annual meeting from 8:30am to 2pm September 26 in the SMART Building at the University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland. HSMP will also host a food drive at the meeting.
NAS Pax Noise Advisory Sept. 10-30
Communities surrounding NAS Patuxent River are advised that noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place from 4pm to 11pm September 10-30, 2024.
Federal Funds Awarded to Local VFDs
Rep. Steny H. Hoyer announced that $707,877.04 in federal funding has been awarded to seven fire departments in Charles and St. Mary’s counties. The funding will enhance emergency response capabilities through equipment upgrades.
Report Marine Mammal, Turtle Sightings
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources asks residents and visitors enjoying coastal and tidal waterways to remain alert for marine mammals and sea turtles through early fall.
