2 Films Remain in SMHEC Festival
The Southern Maryland Higher Education Center will offer the fourth film in the Bridges to the World International Film Festival, “Factory Girl,” at 6:30 pm Wednesday, March 1, 2017.
Child Care Professional Development Funding Available
Paula Sorrells has been a child care professional in Southern Maryland for many years, and she has always wanted to earn a degree in the field she loves. The Port Tobacco resident was able to accomplish this goal with the assistance of a grant that the state makes available to child care providers.
Hoyer Speaks at Black History Month Breakfast
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer celebrated Black History Month by attending the 36th annual Black History Month breakfast early in February.
SMECO Offers Tips for Those Considering Solar
Increasing numbers of Southern Maryland residents have been making the decision to have solar panels installed on their homes, and Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative is willing to help. There are several things to consider if you are unsure of the process of choosing the right panels and having them installed.
Inaugural Cherry Blossom Festival April 9
Artists, musicians, actors, even costumed dogs are joining in to launch an ArtsPark at the former Lexington Manor neighborhood with an inaugural Cherry Blossom Festival on April 9, 2017.
Testing Center Earns Nat’l Certification
The College of Southern Maryland Testing Center on the La Plata Campus has completed a two-year process to receive national certification.
Though Under Scrutiny, F-35 Here to Stay
Although Trump assailed the F-35’s cost, officials say only a modest order by the US Navy is really in question.
Paint Your Way Through Winter at AMG
Escape the winter blues with a watercolor workshop being offered at Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Art Center on Feb. 28 and March 1. The instructor will be Nancy Thompson.
SMECO Plans Smart Meters Open House
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative customer-members who would like to learn more about smart meters are invited to an open house Feb. 23 at SMECO’s Hughesville Office at 15035 Burnt Store Road. The open house will be held from 4 to 7 pm.
McMaster Choice as Security Adviser Earns Praise
President Trump’s choice for national security adviser, Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster is earning praise. He’s been called the “smartest and most capable military officer of his generation, one who has not only led American victories on the battlefields of the 1991 Gulf War and of the Iraq War, but also holds a Ph.D. in history.”
