Last Call for Vets Day Parade Participants
Registration will close October 24 for marching units, individuals, and organizations wishing to participate in the annual Veterans Day parade in Leonardtown.
US Destroys 8th Suspected Drug Vessel
The Trump administration has attacked an eighth vessel suspected of smuggling drugs, for the first time in the Pacific Ocean.
Hoyer Joins Others Urging Trump to Rescind Special Ed Cuts
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer joined other lawmakers condemning the Trump administration’s decision to lay off federal employees dedicated to the education and support of students with disabilities and their families.
Veterans Resource Day Set Nov. 7
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative joins sponsors of Veterans Resource Day to be held Friday, November 7, 2025, at the University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland. Early registration is available.
Free Document Shredding Oct. 25
It’s time to clean out your filing cabinets and desks to get rid of confidential, private, or other important personal documents that you no longer need to keep. St. Mary’s County DPW&T will host a community shred event 8am to noon October 25 at St. Andrew’s Landfill.
DNR: Visualizing Climate Change Solutions at Point Lookout
A series of projects by landscape architecture students at the University of Maryland, College Park use virtual reality to visualize climate change at Point Lookout State Park, as well as possible adaptations to shifting conditions.
Join SMECO’s SmartTemp Program
The summer earning season is over, but customers can still get $50 when they enroll their smart thermostat in SmartTemp at Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative.
Hoyer Announces Staff Changes
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer has promoted Margaret Mulkerrin to serve as his chief of staff as her predecessor, Jim Notter, departs to serve as chief of staff to Sen. Angela Alsobrooks.
SOUTHCOM Caribbean Buildup: More Troops, 8 Ships, 1 Sub
The US is ramping up its counternarcotics operations in the Caribbean. The Pentagon says there are about 10,000 US forces there, most stationed in Puerto Rico. The Navy has eight ships in the region, along with one submarine. Meanwhile, the retirement of the admiral in charge of the operations was announced Thursday.
Boards, Commissions Seek New Members
The St. Mary’s County commissioners are seeking applications from residents who are interested in serving on a local board, committee, or commission. All applications must include a resume and be submitted by November 7, 2025.




















