Carver Is VX-23’s New CO
Navy Cmdr. James Carver relieves Marine Lt. Col. Kevin Erker as commanding officer of Air Test and Evaluation Squadron 23 after serving as the squadron’s chief test pilot since October 2014. Cmdr. Johannes Jolly assumed duties as VX-23’s chief test pilot.
Briefing’s Message: Faster Deliverables, New Technology
“Speed to the Fleet” message: Have faster deliverables, maintain fleet readiness, and vault military technology beyond that of the country’s adversaries.
CSM Employees Make Donation to Humane Society
At the same time that College of Southern Maryland employee Alise Jorgensen was finding her perfect family pet, she was also finding out that the Humane Society of Charles County is the perfect site for used items that could no longer be used in her classroom.
Hoyer Announces Firefighters Grant
The National Volunteer Fire Council just got a boost from the federal government. Congressman Steny H. Hoyer has announced that a $1,069,174 grant is being awarded to the NVFC through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program.
Clinton, Trump Prep for 1st Debate
The highly anticipated presidential debate is set for tonight, Sept. 26. Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump are reportedly preparing for this showdown in ways that appear to be as different as their candidacies.
Players Present ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes’
Watch the 1920s roar again on Sept. 30 when The Newtowne Players begin a run of “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” at Three Notch Theatre at 21744 South Coral Drive in Lexington Park.
AED Donated to Sheriff’s Office
Firehouse Subs has donated an automated external defibrillator to the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office.
CSM Arts Season Kicks Off
The fine arts program at the College of Southern Maryland has begun, and the community is invited to enjoy shows, see recitals, peruse artwork, and sometimes participate in this excellent lineup.
Cause Theatre Presents ‘Benched’
In the College of Southern Maryland’s Cause Theater presentation of “Benched,” life for three women who meet on the bench can be crazy, fun, and eventually quite difficult. The play is about the trio, who meet every day at the same park bench to laugh, commiserate and complain about the challenges of motherhood.
Beacon of Hope Block Party Sunday
Come out to Beacon of Hope in Lexington Park, MD, Sept. 25, 2016, to enjoy fun, food, information, and giveaways in celebration of National Recovery Month. Walden’s annual Community Block Party runs from 2 to 5 pm, rain or shine.
