Pentagon: More Drones Means Battery Strategy Update
With the use of military drones on the rise, so is the need to power them. The Pentagon is in the process of updating its strategy for how it sources and buys batteries, including the critical minerals the batteries require. Officials expect to have the plan addressing the battery challenges ready next year.
Teen Earns FishMD Master Angler Title
A Harford County teen has earned a Master Angler Milestone Award under the Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ FishMaryland program. He is the 20th Master Angler since the program began in 2019.
Join Sotterley for Day of Unity & Healing
Historic Sotterley will open its grounds to the public for its Day of Unity and Healing on August 23, 2025, in recognition of the UNESCO International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition.
NAS Pax Noise Advisory Until Aug. 29
Communities surrounding Naval Air Station Patuxent River are advised that noise-generating mission critical engine test runs are scheduled to take place through August 29, 2025, from 8am to 7pm.
TPP Panel: Marine Corps Acquisition Strategy
“Achieving Project Eagle: Requirements, Funding and Acquisition Strategy for the Corps” will be the topic of the September 10, 2025, panel presented by The Patuxent Partnership, Marine Corps Aviation Association, and the Association of Naval Aviation at the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum.
Saturation Saturday to Bring Increased DUI Patrols
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is joining forces with Mothers Against Drunk Driving this Saturday, August 23, 2025, for Saturation Saturday, a nationwide initiative aimed at preventing impaired driving and saving lives.
Congressional App Challenge Now Open
Registration for the 2025 Congressional App Challenge is now open. Students in middle and high school can submit their applications prior to noon October 30, 2025, to be considered by Rep. Steny H. Hoyer’s office.
Cap’n Says Lightning Bugs Just Flying Beetles
Chasing fireflies or lightning bugs at dusk used to be a favorite pastime of youth: Spot them, chase them down, catch them, and put them in a jar to watch them glow. There used to be billions of them every evening to adore. Not so many now. It almost startles us to see them sending out their flashing codes of “I need you, I want you.”
SMECO Annual Meeting Aug. 20
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative will hold its members’ annual meeting at 6pm August 20, 2025, at the Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department Social Hall.
USMSM to Host Job Fair on Sept. 4
Looking for your next job or a fresh start in your career? Meet employers face-to-face at the St. Mary’s County Job Fair planned Thursday, September 4, 2025.
