Hoyer Tours New Emergency Shelter
LifeStyles of Maryland has opened a new emergency shelter in White Plains. Rep. Steny H. Hoyer visited the shelter, the first of its kind in the region which offers around-the-clock support services to families in need.
Inflation Bonus Proposed for Troops
Troops making less than $45,000 would get an “inflation bonus” under an amendment proposed to the $802 billion annual defense policy bill being hammered out by Congress.
Lex Park Library Site for Summer Meals Program
Lunch, Learn, and Grow meals will be served from the Lexington Park Library through Friday, August 19, 2022. Meals are for children 18 and younger free of charge.
Big Boost Proposed for DIU Budget
House lawmakers eye 70% funding boost for Pentagon’s commercial innovation hub, charged with transitioning commercial technology for military use. The unit’s leader, Mike Brown, unexpectedly announced in April he would retire from the position in September, reportedly over concerns about a lack of support for the DIU’s mission.
Shoreline Restoration in Piney Point Awarded Federal Funds
A St. Mary’s County project will receive $1,937,953 in federal funding to enhance shoreline restoration and coastal resiliency at the Piney Point Lighthouse Museum and Historic Park, Rep. Steny H. Hoyer’s office announced.
Kingsley New CO at NAS Patuxent River
CAPT Derrick Kingsley is the new commanding officer at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. Kingsley’s role as Pax River CO follows his previous position as the base executive officer.
Lex Park Business Assoc. to Meet June 23
The Lexington Park Business Association will meet at 8 am Thursday, June 23, 2020, at Willows Recreation Center.
Two Primary Candidate Forums Set
Two 2022 Primary Election candidate forums will be held at the Lexington Park Library on June 22 and 29. A meet-and-greet will occur from 5 to 5:30 pm and each forum will begin at 5:30 pm.
Morning Coffee Is Off the Burner
Morning Coffee is off the burner today, June 20, in observance of Juneteenth. We’ll be back Tuesday, June 21.
