Catapult Launch a Test, Not Hair-Raising Mishap
Videos, from two different angles, show a lowienergy catapult launch of an F-35C from an aircraft carrier, where it dips and is seen nearing the water. The sink was scary, said one observer, but it was part of the test plan.
Plans Move Ahead at New Garvey Center
Though the St. Mary’s County Department of Aging & Human Services senior activity centers remain closed to the public, plans are moving forward on the new Garvey center in Leonardtown.
CANCELED: YMCA Exploratory Committee to Meet June 3
The St. Mary’s County YMCA Exploratory Committee will hold a rescheduled meeting via teleconference at 6 pm Wednesday, June 3.
Outdoor Dining, Other Activities to Resume; School Food Program Update
May 29 Updates: Outdoor Dining, Other Activities Resume in St. Mary’s; Update on School Food Program
LSM Members Offer Community Outreach
Leadership Southern Maryland is committed to supporting the community during the COVID-19 public health threat. LSM has raised more than $2,000 and has put that money to good use, showing support for the region’s health care sector through food drops, mask donations, and signs of encouragement.
Libraries’ Top 10 Downloaded Books
As Southern Marylanders practice social distancing, they are catching up on their reading lists and taking advantage of digital books offered through their public libraries. The region’s Top 10 downloaded books include memoirs, an older fantasy favorite, and recent bestselling novels.
TPP Supports College’s Job-IQ Program
Job-IQ has launched. It’s an online career literacy curriculum that teaches real-world job search skills and offers a professional contacts directory that connect students with alumni, community, and friends of St. Mary’s College of Maryland.
‘Serious Concerns’ with DC July 4th Celebration
Lawmakers from the National Capital Region called on the Trump administration to drop plans for a second “Salute to America” Fourth of July celebration in Washington, DC, July 4th. They cite pandemic safety concerns and also the cost of such a celebration during a time of economic distress.
St. Mary’s Women’s History Banquet Canceled
The St. Mary’s County Commission for Women has canceled the 2020 Women’s History Month Banquet, an event that honors women dedicated to providing outstanding community service. The banquet, originally scheduled for March 19, had previously been postponed in response to coronavirus concerns.
School Food Program Closed May 28 Due to COVID-19 Outbreak
An outbreak of COVID-19 has been identified involving St. Mary’s County Public Schools employees; the public health response involves universal testing of individuals working in the food preparation and distribution system for community feeding programs. As a result, drive-up meal service at all locations will be closed Thursday, May, 28, for deep cleaning and employee testing.
