Hurricane Season Officially Starts June 1
The St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services reminds the community that the Atlantic hurricane season officially starts June 1, 2020, and goes through November 30.
Airport Rules, Standards Topic of Public Hearing
Airport rules and minimum standards for businesses and an aeronautical services ordinance will be the topic at the St. Mary’s County commissioners public hearing on Tuesday, June 2.
LSM Honors Health Care Workers, Supports Community
Health care workers and other groups in the tri-county area have received food, masks, and words of encouragement from Leadership Southern Maryland alumni.
Chincoteague Pony Swim Canceled by Coronavirus
Along with so much else, the coronavirus had forced the cancelling of the 95th Chincoteague Pony Swim, for the first time since World War II.
Coronavirus Relief Heroes Act Passes House
The US House of Representatives passed the Heroes Act coronavirus relief legislation on Friday. “Congress has taken important and meaningful steps to address this public health crisis, but more must be done,” Rep. Steny H. Hoyer said.
Public Can Weigh In on Historic Seawall Repairs at Pax
The US Navy is planning to rebuild the East Seaplane Basin at Naval Air Station Patuxent River and is seeking public comments on the project.
DoD Contractors Hardest Hit by COVID-19
Another defense contractor has died of the coronavirus. Defense contractors are the hardest hit by the COVID-19 virus in all metrics within DoD, including troops, dependents, and civilians as well.
4th Building Opens at Patuxent Cove
Safety precautions, telecommunications, and social distancing allow leasing to continue at St. Mary’s newest apartment complex, Patuxent Cove, 1 1/2 miles from Gate 1 of Naval Air Station Patuxent River, with a wide range of accessible and adaptable 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom affordable apartments.
Best, Worst States for Military Retirees
See where Maryland fares on this list of the best and worst states for military retirees.
Scassero to Speak at AUVSI Webinar May 20
Matt Scassero will be a featured speaker at an Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International webinar today, May 20, 2020. The Patuxent Partnership is helping to publicize the online event.
