Anti-Drone System Shoots Streamers Into Propellers
DARPA has finished work on an anti-drone system that can shoot strings of streamers into the propellers of threatening drones, causing them to fall from the sky. The Mobile Force Protection program is designed to defeat drone intrusions over military installations and convoys using small unmanned aircraft.
Hoyer: ‘It’s Clear American Rescue Plan Is Working’
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2021 jobs report shows that 559,000 jobs were created and the jobless rate fell to 5.8%. Congressman Steny H. Hoyer said it’s clear the American Rescue Plan is working, but the “work is far from over.”
Attitudes Shifting Re: F-35
It used to be funds holding back the F-35 program, but increasingly the Pentagon and Congress have begun questioning the costs of operating and sustaining the platform.
Four Earn SMECO Scholarships
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative has awarded four scholarships for 2021 to high school seniors Maryam Amosu, Noelle Carpenter, Joseph Cottle, and Kelly Coulby.
MQ-25 Conducts First-Ever Unmanned Aerial Refueling
The MQ-25 Stingray program’s first-ever aerial refueling of a manned receiver aircraft by an unmanned tanker was successful. The test took place June 4 out of MidAmerica Airport in Illinois.
2021 Juneteenth Festival Set in Lex Park
The Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions has announced plans for a 2021 Juneteenth celebration in Lexington Park on Saturday, June 19.
COVID Vaccine Clinic Set June 10
The Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine will be offered to residents of the Lexington Park/Great Mills area from 3 to 6 pm Thursday, June 10, 2021, at the East Run Medical Center across from Great Mills High School.
US to Treat Cyberattacks as Terrorism
The Department of Justice will prioritize cyberattacks as highly as acts of terrorism.
Fabric Artist’s Work Featured at Lex Park Library
A new exhibit featuring fabric artist Andi Cullins is set to open Monday, June 7, at the Lexington Park Library art gallery.
Overflow Festival Is Back — 4 Bands, 4 Locations
The Overflow Festival on June 12 will feature four bands at four locations … or tune in virtually.
