SMECO: Tips for Staying Safe This Summer
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative has some safety tips for homeowners doing outdoor chores around their yards.
Explore MD State Forests. Find a Big Tree
To mark its centennial, the Maryland Big Tree Program is offering $500 to whoever can find the biggest tree in a state forest.
Students Share Their Winning Essays
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer congratulated the top participants from the Fifth District’s Black History Month essay contest. The students took to the stage to share their works at the #MD05 Open Mic Night.
Join AFCEA & TechPort for Tech at the Edge
Join AFCEA and TechPort on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, for Tech at the Edge, a day of cutting-edge technology and innovation.
White House: ‘Higher Priority’ Is F-47, Not Navy’s F/A-XX
The White House supports reevaluating the Navy’s F/A-XX program due to concerns of two sixth generation programs occurring simultaneously. Awarding the contract would likely delay the “higher-priority F-47,” the administration said.
SMECO: Simple Upgrade = Big Savings
Smart thermostats offer an easy and efficient way to manage home temperatures compared to traditional programmable models, reminds Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative.
SHA Seeks Input on Pedestrian, Bicyclist Needs
The Maryland State Highway Administration is conducting an online survey and virtual meetings to gather public feedback to help update the agency’s Vulnerable Road User Assessment. A July 22 meeting will focus on Southern Maryland.
Chronic Disease Action Team to Meet
The Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership Chronic Disease Action Team will meet from 1 to 2pm Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
SMECO Annual Meeting Ballots Sent
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative 2025 Annual Meeting notices and ballots have been mailed to customers. Check your mail and email for your chance to vote for board members.
NAVAIR Employees Win DoN Awards
Three individuals and four teams from NAVAIR were recognized as winners of the Department of the Navy’s annual Financial Management Awards at a ceremony at the Pentagon on June 18.




















