Hoyer: $4.6M in Community Project Funding for 5th District
Funds for five projects in Maryland’s Fifth District have been secured by Rep. Steny H. Hoyer. The congressman announced that $4,697,000 in Community Project Funding was included in the fiscal 2026 Appropriations Minibus.
Survey Finds Library Is Essential, Well-Loved Service
St. Mary’s County Library shared results from its 2025 Customer Satisfaction Survey. The results reflect high levels of community trust, satisfaction, and engagement. Comments and answers demonstrated that customers continue to view the library as an essential and well-loved public service.
Nominate an Outstanding STEM Teacher for SMECO Award
Do you know an outstanding math, science, or STEM teacher? Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative wants to hear about them. Each year, SMECO works with local school systems to present Outstanding Teacher awards to dedicated educators. Nominate a teacher by January 23, 2026.
Share a Story, Share a Feeling
Walden Wise suggests a small but powerful way to grow your emotional practice this week: Journal a story about a feeling.
US Attacks Venezuela, Captures Maduro
The US launched an assault over the weekend on the Venezuelan capital of Caracas that took leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife into American custody and has set the stage for the US to run the South American nation. The military operation, dubbed Absolute Resolve, involved more than 150 aircraft — bombers, fighters, intelligence, reconnaissance, surveillance, and rotary wing.
Maryland Deer Harvest Decreased in 2025
Maryland hunters reported harvesting 27,620 deer during the two-week firearm season from November 29 through December 13.
Christmas Tree Disposal Available Until Jan. 31
St. Mary’s County residents may drop off undecorated Christmas trees at the St. Mary’s Landfill and convenience centers, free of charge, through January 31, 2026.
PTLT Sets Training for Property Monitors, Seeks Weed Warriors
Monitoring the Patuxent Tidewater Land Trust’s beautiful properties is a favorite volunteer activity. Great for people who like to walk outdoors. Interested? Monitor training will be provided in January.
State Tree Nursery Taking Orders for 2026 Planting
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources online tree seedling catalog is now open and accepting orders for spring 2026 planting at nursery.dnr.maryland.gov.
Arts Council Notes 2025 Accomplishments
Susie Glauner, executive director of the St. Mary’s County Arts Council, offered an end-of-the-year thank you in its latest newsletter highlighting the group’s accomplishments in 2025.
