Foreign Hackers Targeting US Computer Systems
The top US intelligence official warns of an alarming rise in cyberattacks. The number of ransomware attacks worldwide grew as much as 74% in the past year, and US entities were the most heavily targeted in 2023. The Biden administration has updated the policy for how agencies oversee and manage critical infrastructure sectors.
Local Execs Go Behind the Scenes of Public Safety
Leadership Southern Maryland Executive Program participants went behind the scenes of public safety on April 4 to learn about the operations of tri-county law enforcement and fire and rescue services.
HSMC Celebrates Spring With May Day Event
Celebrate the arrival of spring at Historic St. Mary’s City with a May Day celebration on Saturday, May 4, 2024.
Corpsman: Earning Advanced Degrees ‘Pays Dividends’
Naval Air Station Patuxent River’s Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Quinton Dotson says making the time to earn an education pays dividends. He’s just earned a Ph.D. in research psychology.
Funds Available for Food, Shelter Programs
St. Mary’s County will receive $20,912 to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the county. Qualified nonprofits and agencies may apply.
Early Voting in Maryland Until May 9
Early voting in Maryland for the 2024 Presidential Primary Election begins today, Thursday, May 2, and continues through Thursday, May 9. St. Mary’s County early voting centers will be open from 7am to 8pm.
Costly Faults & Debris Found in 5 New F-35Cs
Metal shavings in contaminated fuel, incorrectly assembled parts, and a plastic scraper protruding from a wing fold were among the faults discovered in five new F-35C Joint Strike Fighters delivered last year to Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, CA.
Save the Date: Naval Aviation Enterprise 3-Star Summit
Save the date — Wednesday, May 29, 2024 — for The Patuxent Partnership/Association of Naval Aviation panel Naval Aviation Enterprise 3-Star Summit.
Lex Park Library Open for Limited Use May 6-12
The Lexington Park Library will install new shelving starting May 6. The project should be finished by May 13. During that time, the lobby will be open, and customers can pick up their holds to checkout. The main part of the library will be closed to the public.
Auction Set May 10 at Flat Iron Farm
Southern Maryland Auction Company at Flat Iron Farm is accepting consignments for the upcoming May 10 and 11 auction featuring heavy equipment, agriculture machinery, construction equipment, commercial vehicles, and more. Consignments accepted until May 7.
