Military Housing, Day Care, Malpractice Back Before Congress
Military housing conditions, the inability to sue DoD for medical malpractice, and the lack of child care facilities all came under fire during congressional inquiries.
Pharmacy Technician Program Recognized
The Pharmacy Technician Program at the College of Southern Maryland has been recognized by the country’s leading certifying organization for pharmacy technicians as being ready and prepared to meet significant Certified Pharmacy Technician Program changes that will take effect Jan. 1, 2020.
Family Raising Funds to Help Injured Man
The family of Timothy Butler of St. Mary’s County has set up a GoFundMe account to raise money to purchase a conversion van to transport Tim to and from doctor appointments. Without a van, the family must use an ambulance service to get him to his appointments.
Connections Contributors to Speak at Reading
Authors, poets, photographers, and artists who have contributed to the College of Southern Maryland’s Connections magazine will be discussing their work on May 3.
Hoyer Meets With Groups in 5th District
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer met with groups in Maryland’s 5th District over the course of several days last week. Topics of discussion included environmental issues, prescription drug costs, and college affordability.
Crashed Japanese F-35 Reported Located
Although it was announced Monday that the Japanese-built F-35 that crashed into the Pacific last month had been found, the US Air Force continues to deny that it has been located.
Conference to Address PNT Solutions
Register now for The Patuxent Partnership’s Positioning, Navigation, and Timing conference Tuesday, May 21, from 8 am to 2:30 pm. at the University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland.
Navy Salvage Team Joins Search for Crashed F-35A
The Japan F-35A that crashed into the Pacific Ocean about three weeks ago is believed to be lying on the ocean floor. The US 7th Fleet has sent a Navy salvage team to help find the plane.
Health Care Costs, Availability Topic of Meeting
The Charles County Health Department in White Plains, MD, hosted a roundtable discussion on health care April 24, and it was attended by Congressman Steny H. Hoyer.
Wesley Is Keynote for Women in STEM Event
Dr. Syria Wesley, an alumna of College of Southern Maryland, will return to the La Plata Campus on May 3 to offer the keynote speech at the college’s annual Women in STEM Conference.
