Black Maternal Health Care Issues Topic of Hoyer Roundtable
At a recent discussion on improving maternal health care for African-American mothers and their children, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer heard from stakeholders from throughout the Fifth District about disparities in maternal health care and how communities can work together to improve outcomes.
Great Blue Herons: Solitary and Amazing
Great Blue Herons are year-round residents of the Chesapeake Bay, but some of that population might only be visiting during our cooler, winter months.
Troops May Guard Syrian Oil Fields
DefSec Mark Esper says some US troops may stay to guard Syrian oil fields, to make sure they don’t fall into the hands of a resurgent Islamic State.
Volunteers Needed for WARM Shelter Program
Three Oaks Center wants to remind local residents that WARM, Wrapping Arms Round Many, winter emergency sheltering program for the homeless in St. Mary’s County is in need of volunteers to help with registration and to be van drivers.
‘Warm Wear’ Distribution Oct. 26 – Church of Ascension
“Warm Wear” Distribution plus HOPE Mobile Food Drop will be at Church of the Ascension — Saturday, Oct. 26, opening at 9 am. Come early, quantities are limited.
Flu Shots at East Run Center on Oct. 25
No time to get your flu shot? Visit a MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital drive-thru community flu clinic at its East Run Center in Lexington Park and you won’t have to get out of your car.
Hospital Marks Decade With MedStar Health
MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown is celebrating a milestone this month. October 2019 marks a decade that St. Mary’s Hospital has been with the MedStar Health system.
Barrett Sworn In as Air Force Secretary
New Air Force Secretary Barbara Barrett was sworn in late last week. She is the 25th secretary of the service and the fourth woman to serve as the Air Force’s top civilian leader.
Cummings’ Funeral Postpones Groundbreaking for A&I Center
Beloved Maryland Congressman Elijah Cummings’ funeral on Friday, Oct. 25, prompted the postponement of the groundbreaking ceremony for the Academic & Innovation Center at the University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland.
Nominations Open for TPP Board
The Patuxent Partnership Board of Directors will appoint new directors at the Annual Meeting on Oct. 30. Individual, academic, and corporate members interested in serving on the board of directors are encouraged to submit their nomination for consideration by the Board Development Committee.
