JPPM Awarded Funds for Digital Education Programs
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer announced $280,450 in federal funding to expand educational resources and digital access in libraries and museums across Maryland.
Rural Areas Appealing to More Workers
Recent polls indicate that many Americans in urban areas working from home would consider moving to rural areas. But internet availability could affect a decision to move.
Homeless Resource Outreach Week Nov. 2-6
The St. Mary’s County Homelessness Board will conduct community outreach during the week of November 2-6.
Schedule Changes for School Meal Distribution
Changes are being made to the schedule for the St. Mary’s County Public Schools curbside meal distribution.
Survey to Assess County Broadband Needs
St. Mary’s County employers and households are urged to fill out a Broadband Assessment Project survey.
Cybersecurity + COVID = Worldwide Impact
It’s Cybersecurity Month: “Cybersecurity starts with you. Everything you do dictates how secure or insecure something is. Be wise when you are online. Be careful what you share. Remember the internet is forever.” — Lakisa Ferebee
Flu Shots Available at COVID Test Sites
The St. Mary’s County Health Department will offer free flu vaccines to children ages 3 to 18 at its SMCHD COVID-19 testing sites.
Raytheon Cuts 19,000 Staff & Contractors
Raytheon Technologies cuts 15,000 staff and 4,000 contractors, mostly in the Pratt & Whitney and Collins Aerospace divisions, due to decreased commercial aerospace sales from the COVID-19 pandemic. The action reflects a 20% cut at both divisions, and include both temporary furloughs and a hiring freeze
VA Opens Charlotte Hall Veterans Clinic
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer toured the new Charlotte Hall Community-Based Outpatient Clinic before the facility opened its doors October 26. The new facility will replace the current clinic and provide state-of-the-art care for veterans in Southern Maryland.
