Update: Pax Noise Advisory for Night Flights
Communities surrounding Naval Air Station Patuxent River are advised that noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place February 10-11, 2026, from 6:30 to 10pm.
LSM Execs Study Local Human Services Challenges
The Leadership Southern Maryland Executive Program Class of 2026 convened in January to study the region’s critical housing and human services challenges. There is time to apply for the 2027 class.
Donate Pieces of Local History to Museums
St. Clement’s Island and Piney Point Lighthouse museums will host Community Day from 10am to 5pm Friday, February 13, 2026. Community Day allows the public to get involved with the planning of new exhibits by sharing historic documents, photos, and other significant objects related to the history of the Colton’s Point and Piney Point areas.
TPP Pathways Scholarship Deadline Feb. 15
The Patuxent Partnership Pathways scholarship program is accepting applications until February 15, 2026.
SMECO: Your Business Can Save on Energy
As Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative members, businesses can take advantage of EmPOWER Maryland‑funded programs and incentives that can save energy and money.
Canada Is Reconsidering F-35A Contract
Canada is reconsidering its F-35A contract with the US and looking elsewhere for its military hardware as trade tensions escalate.
Environmental Health Team to Meet
The Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership’s Environmental Health Action Team will meet 10 to 11am Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
SoMD College Fair Set for April 16
The Southern Maryland College Fair will take place on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department with two sessions.
Review Draft of St. Mary’s 2050 Plan During Open Houses
A series of open houses will be held in February to provide the community an opportunity to review the first draft of the St. Mary’s 2050: Charting Our Tomorrow comprehensive plan and share feedback.
Drop In & Play Chess at Lex Park Library
The Lexington Park Library will host an all-ages Chess Day from 2 to 4pm Saturday, February 14. Drop in and out to play as needed; no experience required.
