CSM Learning Center Earns Accreditation
The St. Charles Learning Center on the La Plata Campus of the College of Southern Maryland has received recognition and accreditation from the Maryland State Department of Education, showing that the CSM Learning Center meets major standards of excellence.
‘Seriously Considering’ BRAC in Senate Committee
Senate Armed Services Committee Chair John McCain and ranking member Jack Reed are “seriously considering” the possibility of closing excess military bases to cut down on waste.
Drop in FHA Insurance Rates on Hold
The Primary Residential Mortgage Inc. team can show you how the reduced FHA mortgage insurance rate can get you into a low down-payment mortgage.
Lawmakers Announce Progress on Mallows Bay
The nomination process for the designation of Mallows Bay as a National Marine Sanctuary has moved a little more forward, according to a statement released by Congressman Steny H. Hoyer and US Sens. Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen.
Follow the Animal Tracks to Annmarie
Whether you’re looking at mud or snow, this time of year is a great time to see animal tracks. Come to Eco-Explorations at Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Art Center in Solomons to learn about animal tracks between 10 and 11 am Friday, Jan. 27, 2017.
Agencies, Military, Workers Speculate on First Trump Budget
Federal unions, the military, and the Democrats are preparing for completely new spending plans which, one Trump adviser says the president is reviewing at the “granular” level.
Foreign Military Sales – Opportunities for Pax River
The Patuxent Partnership briefing on foreign military sales described impacts from growing sales of US arms, defense equipment, defense services, technical assistance, and military training to foreign governments; a 17 percent increase in defense equipment exports since 2010.
Community Bank Donation to CSM Supports Students
The College of Southern Maryland Foundation has received a $100,000 donation from Community Bank of the Chesapeake. The funds are part of a five-year pledge for a permanent endowment fund and an annual scholarship fund that supports both credit and workforce development students.
Trump Executive Order Freezes Federal Hiring
President Donald Trump issued an executive order Monday freezing some federal government hiring. He said it would affect all employees “except for the military.”
SMECO Offers Scholarships
High school seniors in Southern Maryland are invited to apply for scholarships from Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative for the 2017-2018 school year.
