Effects of Climate Change on Navy Topic of Symposium
A symposium that will focus on the effects of climate change on the US Navy, especially in the Arctic, is being held this month in Washington, DC. The Patuxent Partnership is one of the event’s sponsors.
Lyme Action Tool Kits Bring Honors
Staff at the St. Mary’s County Department of Aging and Human Services’ Northern Senior Activity Center were recognized on June 11 with a Program of Excellence Award: Honorable Mention in the Nutrition and Health Promotions Category from the Maryland Association of Senior Centers for Lyme Action Tool Kits.
One Weekend, Two Lighthouses
National Lighthouse Weekend on Aug. 3 and 4 will offer an opportunity to visit two local lighthouses. The open houses will be held from 10 am to 5 pm on the first weekend in August.
CSM Programs Encourage Kids to Soar
A Summer Flight Academy joins the many other Kids’ and Teen College programs offered at the College of Southern Maryland.
Appointments to Service Academies Announced
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (Md.-5th) has announced the names of 14 Fifth District students who have been appointed to the United States Service Academies.
2nd Lexington Park Mural Completed
Artist Rainbow is the second professional mural St. Mary’s Community Development Corp. has installed in Lexington Park, MD. Designed and installed by North Beach, MD, artist Roz Racanello, the collage of portraits includes a wide array of creators with the message: Artists come in every color of the rainbow. Visit the latest Lexington Park mural along Art Alley off eastbound Great Mills Road next to Amazing Nails 2 and Spa.
China Lake at Epicenter of Quakes
Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake was identified as the epicenter of the two major July 4 and 5 earthquakes and many more smaller quakes. The base remains “not mission capable” and closed to all but essential personnel. Water and power had been restored to most of the base by Tuesday.
Get Help Filling Out College Financial Aid Forms
The College of Southern Maryland’s next financial aid workshop will be held at 2:30 pm Aug. 15, 2019, at the La Plata Campus Administration Building.
Behavioral Health Team to Meet July 12
The Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership is planning a meeting of the Behavioral Health Action Team from 2 to 3:30 pm Friday, July 12, 2019, at the St. Mary’s County Health Department in Leonardtown. MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital supports the Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership.
Another Race to Avoid Government Shutdown
Congress returns to another budget stalemate, needing a deal to ease statutory spending caps and avoid an Oct. 1 government shutdown, with only three weeks until the August recess.
