DoD Rebrand: US Department of War
The US Defense Department will now be known as the Department of War. “It’s … restoring the warrior ethos, restoring victory and clarity as an end state. Restoring intentionality to the use of force,” DefSec Pete Hegseth said.
Healthy St. Mary’s Holds Period Product Drive
The Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership will host a period product drive at its annual meeting September 25, 2025.
Hoyer: ‘US Economy Is in a Perilous Position’
The August 2025 jobs report finds just 22,000 jobs were added to the economy, and unemployment ticked up to 4.3%. From rising costs caused by tariffs to the trillions of dollars of additional debt from new tax cuts for millionaires and billionaires, the American economy is flashing red lights, Rep. Steny H. Hoyer says.
Sunset at Sotterley Gala Set Sept. 13
The Sunset at Sotterley fundraiser will be held from 6 to 9pm Saturday, September 13, 2025. The evening will include golden-hour views, a signature cocktail, food, silent auctions, and music and dancing in the remodeled Barns at Sotterley. Tickets are on sale now.
St. Mary’s Library’s Call for Art
It’s the St. Mary’s County Library’s diamond anniversary, and the library and St. Mary’s Arts Council would love to see what artistic gems have been created. The deadline for submissions is September 15, 2025.
Drayden Schoolhouse Open Houses Sept. 6 & 20
Free open houses at the Drayden African American Schoolhouse will be offered from 11am to 2pm Saturdays, September 6 and 20.
Panel to Discuss Acquistion Strategy for the Corps
The Patuxent Partnership will hold its next panel discussion on September 10, 2025. The topic: “Achieving Project Eagle: Requirements, Funding and Acquisition Strategy for the Corps.”
New MD Outdoors App Available Now
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is introducing a new free mobile app – MD Outdoors – which will be the official app for the state’s outdoor enthusiasts, hunters, and anglers.
Pilot Wings First; Carrier Landing Later
Navy students training to fly F/A-18s, F-35s, and EA-18Gs are no longer required to land on a carrier before receiving their “Wings of Gold,” awarded to naval aviators after they’ve completed aviation training. Pilots will instead complete carrier qualifications during follow-on training at the fleet replacement squadron they’re assigned to.
HSMC Launches St. Mary’s Fort Website
Historic St. Mary’s City announces the launch of www.stmarysfort.com, a new digital experience designed to connect the public with one of the most important archaeological discoveries in Maryland’s history.
