County Govt. Schedule for Thanksgiving
All St. Mary’s County government administrative offices will be closed Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, 2025, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Offices will resume normal operating schedules on December 1.
MD Lawmakers Press for Answers on Changes at NASA Goddard
Rep. Steny H. Hoyer and other Maryland lawmakers have asked the Trump administration for information about reported consolidation and reorganization activities at the NASA Goddard Spaceflight Center in Greenbelt.
SMECO Tips on Safe Practices for the Holidays
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative wants you to have a safe and happy time throughout the holidays. From Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, please keep safety in mind.
DoD Report Shows Spike in Military Aircraft Accidents
A Pentagon report reveals a spike in US military aircraft accidents. The number of major accidents involving military aircraft spiked in 2024 and a series of aviation mishaps with deaths and the loss of aircraft in 2025 suggest the trend might be continuing.
Historic St. Mary’s City to Host Hearth & Home
Close out the museum season with warmth, food, and history during Hearth & Home, taking place November 28 and 29, 2025, at Historic St. Mary’s City.
USPS Operation Santa Now Accepting Letters
The US Postal Service has kicked off the 2025 season of USPS Operation Santa, inviting children and families across the country to begin writing and sending letters to Santa Claus. The program connects letter writers with individuals and organizations who help fulfill their holiday wishes.
‘A Christmas Carol’ Nov. 21-Dec. 14 @ Three Notch
Don’t miss a festive farce, based loosely on Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” at the Three Notch Theatre in Lexington Park. The show runs from November 21 through December 14.
Hawker New CNO at MedStar Hospital
Retired US Navy CAPT Jeremy J. Hawker has been appointed as vice president of patient care services and chief nursing officer at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital.
Hoyer Marks 25th Anniversary of Judy Centers
Rep. Steny H. Hoyer joined educators and elected officials in Maryland to celebrate 25 years of Judy Centers in the state. The event was held November 6 at Rosa L. Parks Elementary School in Hyattsville to honor the visionary leadership and legacy of Judith P. Hoyer, Mr. Hoyer’s late wife and early childhood advocate.
Memory Kits Available to Support Cognitive Wellness
Memory Kits, a new resource designed to support cognitive health among older adults and individuals experiencing cognitive decline, are now available at St. Mary’s County libraries and senior centers.
