June 9, 2026

Agencies Fight Drug Misuse, Abuse

Drug Misuse

Although parents almost never want to admit that their children might be abusing drugs, often the signs of drug abuse were there before the parents knew what they were seeing. This was the message of one of three seminars that focused on the drug abuse epidemic in St. Mary’s County, hosted by the sheriff’s office, public schools; and agencies such as Walden Behavioral Health.

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Hoyer, QB Launch ‘Financial Football’

Hoyer-Kirk Cousins stress financial literacy

Congressman Steny H. Hoyer joined Washington football team’s quarterback Kirk Cousins, SECU of Maryland, and Visa in an effort to help students learn about financial literacy and skills through a statewide launch of an interactive money management video game called Financial Football.

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New Roles on Horizon for F-35

F35A

The US Air Force might deploy the Lockheed Martin F-35 Joint Strike Fighter to the Baltics for an air-policing role once the new stealth aircraft becomes operational later this year. The new fighter is to enter service with the Air Force with an interim software capability that offers limited combat capability.

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MedStar Offers Tips for Gluten-Free Living

MedStar gluten free

Living gluten-free means knowing what foods are made of and what ingredients are used in preparing the meals you eat. Whether you need help identifying which foods are naturally gluten-free at the supermarket or making the best choices when eating out, a consultation with MedStar’s dietitian can help you better understand how to manage your diet.

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Student Athletes Honored at CSM Banquet

Student Athletes

Student athletes at the College of Southern Maryland were recognized for sportsmanship, academic achievement, and athletic excellence during the 2015-16 season at the annual athletic awards banquet held in May.

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St. Mary’s Surgeon Receives Honors

Surgeon

Dr. John Roache has touched the lives of countless patients in St. Mary’s County, many of whom are multiple generations of the same family, as well as friends, co-workers, and neighbors, for more than 42 years at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital. As the respected and renowned surgeon retired from his long career, the St. Mary’s County commissioners honored him with a ceremony to thank him for all his years of service.

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Hoyer Addresses SelectUSA Investment Summit

Hoyer Make It In America

House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer spoke at the SelectUSA Investment Summit to discuss House Democrats’ new Make It In America plan and how the federal government can help more businesses “Make It In America.”

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See the Floral Fantasies at Annmarie

Floral Fantasies

Floral arrangement is a whole lot more than putting flowers in a vase, and more than 30 floral designers from all across Southern Maryland will prove that with an exhibit at Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Art Center in July. The weekend exhibit from noon to 4 pm Saturday, July 16, and Sunday, July 17, is called Fabulous Floral Fantasies: Art Blooms Floral Exhibit and Demonstration.

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AMG Reschedules Chili Fundraiser

AMG

Annmarie Garden’s popular June Chili Cookoff & Classic Car Show moves to October and Yoga continues into June.

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Groovespan, Sea Chanters to Perform in Prince Frederick

Groovespan at CSM

CSM’s Prince Frederick campus’ Twilight Series will feature Jennifer Cooper and Groovespan on July 21 and US Navy Band Sea Chanters on July 28. All performances will begin at 6:45 pm.

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