Central Control Elusive for Navy’s Unmanned Systems
The increasingly diverse portfolio of the Navy’s unmanned systems is creating a jumble of control systems and creating problems for a force that hopes robot ships, aircraft, and submarines will help it regain a significant advantage over rivals China and Russia.
Peters Opens MD JSHS Symposium: “We’re Counting on You”
VADM Dean Peters, who knows his way around science and technology, praised the success of the participants in the Maryland Regional Competition of JSHS — the Junior Science and Humanities Symposium — and told them their talents are needed.
Jazz Concert: ‘Happening Now’ May 12
Jazz One, “Happening Now” is the latest installment of the College of Southern Maryland Ward Virts Concert Series. The free concert is set for 3 pm May 12 at the CSM Prince Frederick Campus in Building B.
2nd Fleet Readies for Baltic Sea Exercise
After the US Navy’s new 2nd Fleet stands up later this month, its commander will push the USS Mount Whitney command ship, along with dozens of other NATO vessels, into the Baltic Sea to direct a major exercise primarily to track and meet Russian maneuvers in the North Atlantic and the Arctic.
Gift of Life Flag Goes Up at Hospital
To celebrate National Donate Life Month, MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown recently held its first flag-raising ceremony for The Living Legacy Foundation’s “Flags Across Maryland” initiative.
Hoyer Thanks Christmas in April Volunteers
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer joined Christmas in April volunteers in St. Mary’s, Charles, Calvert, and Prince George’s counties on Saturday, April 27, to thank them for the work they do to support their neighbors.
‘Lightning Carrier’ Deployed to Pacific
Amphibious assault ship USS America is on its way to the Pacific. The US Navy says the security situation in the region demands that it shifts its most capable ships into the area.
At CSM, There’s Music in the Air
There’s music in the air this spring at the College of Southern Maryland. Several events are being planned that showcase the college’s music and dance programs.
Luncheon Will Celebrate St. Mary’s Centenarians
St. Mary’s County will honor county residents who will be 100 or older this year at a May 22 Centenarians Luncheon.
5 to Compete in Crab Pot Pitch Contest
Five Southern Maryland entrepreneurs will pitch business ideas to a panel of judges May 9 in a “Shark Tank”-type contest. On the line at the Crab Pot Pitch Competition: $5,000 and a bushel of crabs!
