Action Demanded on Sewage Release into Chesapeake
After discovering that two wastewater treatment plants in Baltimore have been releasing millions of gallons of partially untreated sewage into the Chesapeake Bay, Blue Water Maryland has notified the city it may file a lawsuit to force improvements. The state has confirmed discharge violations near the Patapsco Wastewater Treatment Plant and Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant.
SMECO Now Has 9 EV Charging Stations
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative has completed installation of nine local Level 2 electric vehicle charging stations.
Atwa, Wanted for Role in 1985 Hijacking That Killed Local Sailor, Dies
Ali Atwa, a senior Hezbollah operative who was on the FBI’s most wanted list for his role in in the 1985 hijacking of TWA Flight 847 that led to the death of a US Navy diver Robert D. Stethem of Waldorf, MD.
Register for TPP’s Heritage Area Program
There is still time to register for The Patuxent Partnership’s second program in its Southern Maryland Heritage Series, “Where Tide and Time Meet.”
Morning Coffee Is Off the Burner
Morning Coffee is off the burner today, in recognition of Columbus Day, but will be back percolating Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021.
10-Yr. Comprehensive Plan Input Sought
Community input is being sought for St. Mary’s County’s 10-year comprehensive plan. Fill out the survey online.
Join SMECO for an EV Meet & Greet
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative will hold an EV Meet & Greet on October 10. Perhaps you are considering buying an electric vehicle or maybe you already have an EV and want to join like-minded community members.
Sheriff to Host Faith & Blue Festival
St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office will join police agencies and faith organizations across the country as they celebrate National Faith & Blue Weekend. St. Mary’s will hold an event from 1-3 pm Saturday, October 9, 2021, at the District 4 police station in Lexington Park.
DoD’s Continuous Vetting Begins
All DoD security clearance holders are now subject to continuous vetting to maintain their clearance. And the new continuous vetting will also include DoD personnel who do not have a clearance.
Price-Jordan Breaking Barriers at Pax
CMDR Deserine Price-Jordan will become the first-ever Black female Full Time Support Aerospace Maintenance Duty Officer to be promoted to the rank of captain. This barrier-breaking achievement puts her at the highest level in the FTS AMDO community.
