SolarWinds: Pearl Harbor of American IT
A SolarWinds investor has filed suit against the IT firm Russia exploited to infiltrate 18,000 US computer systems. The lawsuit accuses SolarWinds of failing to disclose the breach. The extent and full nature of the infiltration has not been established by ongoing investigations whose findings are increasingly worrisome to IT experts.
Hoyer: Stimulus Checks Being Distributed
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer offered this information about economic impact payments, as the “stimulus checks” have begun to be distributed to individuals in Maryland.
Virtual Tech Expo @ Forrest Center
The Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center is planning its 21st annual Tech Expo from 5 to 8 pm Jan. 21, 2021.
F-35 Full-Rate Production Put on Hold
DoD has put a hold on the full-rate production of the F-35. The Pentagon says technical challenges and the impact of COVID-19 have delayed preparation of the simulation facility where the combat testing will be conducted.
A Can’t-Miss Webinar for Tech Startups
In collaboration with the Small Business Development Center, TechPort will host the next Lunchbox Talk from 10 am to 1 pm Friday, January 22, 2021. The topic will be “Hacking the Traditional Business Plan Modeling Process for Tech Startups.”
DoD Photos Take a Look Back at 2020
The Department of Defense regularly chronicles US military members who train and conduct operations around the world 24/7, 365 days a year. DoD offers a glimpse into their lives and their work through the work of military photographers in 2020.
Sewage Spill Closes Creek to Shellfish Harvesting
A Maryland Department of the Environment emergency order closing a portion of St. George Creek to shellfish harvesting was issued Jan. 2, 2021, following a report of a sewage overflow.
DNR Taking Orders for Tree Seedlings
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is accepting orders for the spring 2021 planting season for shrubs and trees from the state tree nursery.
Get Your Family Heirlooms Appraised
St. Clement’s Island Museum will offer an Appraiser’s Fair on Jan. 23, 2021. Make an appointment to have a family heirloom appraised.
County Plans 3 Public Hearings Jan. 5
The St. Mary’s County commissioners will conduct public hearings Tuesday, January 5, 2021, to obtain citizens’ views and input on three issues.
