Applications Open for DoD STEM Scholarships
The Patuxent Partnership reminds students that applications for the US Department of Defense SMART Scholarship are open. The scholarships open doors to unparalleled educational and professional development opportunities.
Event Shines Light on Recovery
The annual St. Mary’s Goes Purple Walk for Recovery will be held from 9am to noon Saturday, September 9, 2023, in the Leonardtown Square. Early registration is recommended.
SMECO Has Speakers Bureau Available to Civic Groups
Groups and organizations looking for a program to fill a meeting agenda shouldn’t overlook the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative. The utility’s Speakers Bureau offers the expertise of SMECO employees who will be glad to present a program on a wide range of topics.
Short-Term Funding Measure Would Avert Govt. Shutdown
The White House has asked Congress to pass a short-term funding measure to keep the government operating after the current budget year ends September 30. Seven of 10 voters polled in a Peter G. Peterson Foundation’s survey said they were concerned there will be a shutdown because Congress will be unable to reach an agreement on a new budget. Voters are increasingly concerned about the economic damage created by political brinksmanship and the interruption of government services.
Pax Taxiway Intersection Closure Sept. 5
Naval Air Station Patuxent River’s intersection of Taxiway Alpha and Cedar Point Road will be closed to traffic Tuesday, September 5, 2023, from 10am to 2pm for electrical maintenance.
Join Monthly Walking Group at Lancaster Park
Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership has introduced a monthly walking group that meets on the third Wednesday of the month at John G. Lancaster Park in Lexington Park, MD.
Newtowne Players’ 2023-24 Season
What’s coming up for The Newtowne Players? Here’s the 2023-2024 season.
Save the Date: RetroFest on the Potomac
Save the Date: RetroFest on the Potomac will be held from 10am to 4pm September 16, 2023, at the Piney Point Lighthouse Museum.
Hoyer Bull Roast Sept. 8 @ Newton White
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer has rescheduled his annual Bull Roast for September 8, 2023.
Drayden Schoolhouse Open Sept. 2 for Tours
Free open houses are offered at the Drayden African American Schoolhouse in Drayden one Saturday a month from 11am to 2pm. Open house dates include: September 2 and October 7.
