June 3, 2026

Supreme Court to Review Contractor Negligence

Army veteran Winston Hencely, who sued defense contractor Fluor Corp. over injuries from a suicide bombing in Afghanistan, wants the Supreme Court to give a definitive answer to how a federal claims act applies to claims against government contractors. Four appellate courts have reached different conclusions.

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Beach Water Monitoring Has Begun

Water Monitoring

The St. Mary’s County Health Department tests the water quality of public beaches in St. Mary’s County from Memorial Day to Labor Day. More than a dozen sites are monitored.

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Deputy, K-9 Partner Complete Training

Deputy

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office deputy Joseph Senatore recently completed a six-week K-9 handler training program and already contributed to a successful arrest that led to the recovery of suspected crack cocaine and fentanyl pills.

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Town’s First Friday Weekend Celebrates Hometown Heroes

First Friday

First Fridays open up Leonardtown, MD, for a one-of-a-kind shopping and entertaining experience, and invite visitors to join in some fun June 6-8. The theme will be Hometown Heroes Weekend.

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Explore St. Mary’s History @ Two Weekend Events

History

Two events this weekend will allow visitors to learn more about St. Mary’s County history. Visit Historic St. Mary’s City and the St. Clement’s Island Museum.

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Update: Proud Salute to the Red, White, and Blue

Flag Day

St. Mary’s County’s annual Flag Day Celebration will be held at 6pm Saturday, June 14, 2025, on the governmental center lawn at 41770 Baldridge St. in Leonardtown.

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Online Surveys Open for St. Mary’s 2050 Comp Plan

St. Mary's 2050

St. Mary’s County residents have the opportunity to share input and shape the update of the county’s comprehensive plan. Online surveys are available until June 30, 2025.

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Juneteenth Celebration Moves to Fairgrounds

Juneteenth

The Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions, along with the Minority Outreach Coalition, will host their annual Juneteenth Freedom Day event June 7, 2025, at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds.

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DOGE Can Now Review Unclassified Contracts at DoD

DoD

The DoD Department of Government Efficiency team will now get a chance to assess unclassified contracts before they’re awarded. DOGE may now review solicitations, requirements, and cost estimates for new contracts and modifications,

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Hoyer’s 44th Annual Bull Roast June 13

Bull Roast

Congressman Steny H. Hoyer will host his annual Bull Roast on June 13, 2025, at Newton White Mansion in Mitchellville.

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