US Wants Drones as Dispensable as Bullets
Uncrewed aerial systems less than 55 pounds are now to be treated as “consumables,” more akin to hand grenades and other kinds of ammunition than aircraft. Lower-level commanders will now also be able to procure smaller UASs directly, as well as authorize subordinates to operate them.
MD Delegation Members Call on IRS to Expedite Tax Refunds
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer and other members of the Maryland delegation are concerned with the Internal Revenue Service’s procedures for expedited processing of federal tax returns from taxpayers facing financial challenges.
At Pax, a Picture of Barracks Life Done Right
NAS Patuxent River’s Navy-managed military housing facility presents a picture of barracks life done right.
Junior Historian Program at Piney Point
A Junior Historian program at the Piney Point Lighthouse Museum, designed for children 7 to 10, combines outdoor exploration with hands-on history lessons. The program will run from 9am to noon July 28 to 31, 2025.
June Report: Job Growth Slowed
The US Labor Department’s latest jobs reports shows that job growth slowed in June, with 74,000 private sector jobs added to the economy and unemployment at 4.1%, said Rep. Steny H. Hoyer.
Companies Sought for Apprenticeship Program
The Apprenticeship Maryland Program/Tech Jobs Rule wants local companies to participate in the Youth Apprenticeship Program for the 2025-2026 school year.
Pentagon’s Goal: US Drone Dominance
The Pentagon is directing every US Army squad to be armed with small, one-way attack drones by the end of fiscal 2026. That and other sweeping policy changes are aimed at what the White House calls “Unleashing American Drone Domination.”
Deadline for Public Health Fellowship Program July 18
The St. Mary’s County Health Department is accepting applications for the Public Health Junior Fellowship program through July 18, 2025.
Lex Park Library Program: Healthy Snacks
Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership is offering an event with Shaniqua Cousins for families to learn about whole foods and how to make healthy snacks. The program will be offered at 2pm July 25, 2025, at the Lexington Park Library.
It’s Freaky Friday @ Three Notch Theatre
“Freaky Friday” hits the stage at the Three Notch Theatre in Lexington Park until August 3, 2025.
