Hoyer Wants to Restore Faith in America
House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer is working to find ways to renew the faith of the American people in their government.
Meet Dr. Whitten of Whitten Laser Eye
Meet Dr. Mark Whitten of Whitten Laser Eye. He has been recognized by VISX as one of the top 10 surgeons in laser vision correction.
US OKs Moon Shot by Firm Seeking Prize Money
Turns out the moon is made of money, not limburger cheese.
Simple Changes Prevent Illness, Make a Better Life
On Sept. 21, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm, learn lifestyle skills for healthy living at the Simple Changes program at Health Connections in Suite 205, St. Mary’s Outpatient Pavilion in Leonardtown.
Sirens on Aug. 3: This Is Only a Test
Exelon Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant will perform post-maintenance tests on two St. Mary’s County sirens. There will be a full-cycle test of alert and notification sirens No. 41 and No. 45 in St. Mary’s on Wednesday, Aug. 3.
Kay Daugherty Gallery Opens Aug. 12
Annmarie Garden opens the Kay Daugherty Gallery with “The Banquet Years,” a special show of Charlie Hewitt’s running from Aug. 12 to Sept. 25, 2016. An opening reception will be held 6 to 9 pm Aug. 12.
Fire Department Gets Federal Grant
The Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department has just received a substantial grant. Congressman Steny H. Hoyer has announced that a $271,620 federal grant was awarded to department through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. The department will use the money to buy new equipment such as self-contained breathing apparatus.
CSM Awards Student Leaders at Banquet
Student leaders at the College of Southern Maryland who go beyond the classroom by becoming involved in the college community were recognized for their impact at the annual Student Government Association banquet May 12 at Middleton Hall in Waldorf.
Navy Embraces 3D Printing Technology
The US Navy is an enthusiastic supporter of 3D printing technology. Naval Air Systems Command has completed some test flights featuring 3D printed critical components. In May, 3D-printed parts for a MV-22 Osprey were used. The Osprey, which was fitted with a partially 3D printed engine nacelle, performed exactly as expected.
