Congress Agrees on Spending Bill
Lawmakers agreed on a spending bill that keeps the government funded but some Democrats now oppose the bill over modifications to a Wall Street reform law.
From St. Mary’s to Crisfield UAS Airfields
A quick video and even quicker glimpse of the first UAV to test out of the UMd. UAS Test Site.
Northrop Brings Cheer to Local Robotics Teams
Northrop Grumman Corporation gives $4,000 to three St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS); robotics programs received funding just in time to prepare for the 2015 competition.
DHS Cybersecurity Can Now “Hack Back”
A controversial DHS cybersecurity program that monitors Internet traffic government-wide is now blocking malicious operations on federal networks.
Preserved Flattop Opens to the Public
A ribbon cutting is scheduled for Dec. 9 at 2 pm to celebrate completion of the preservation and opening of the interior for public use, serving as the United States Colored Troops Memorial Interpretive Center for St. Mary’s County.
Shipboard Laser Weapons Advance
Shipboard laser weapons move closer to deployment after recent successful testing but the system is still in the experimental phase.
First UAS Test Flight a Success
The UMd Unmanned Aircraft Systems Test Site successfully launched its first Unmanned Aircraft Vehicle Dec. 5 from its partner airfield in Crisfield, MD.
MetCom Clarifies Rates
Recent remarks and reports concerning a Rate Study prepared for the Metropolitan Commission are incorrect and clarified here.
UCLASS Funding Restricted
Funding restrictions for the planned Navy UCLASS program are specified in the 2015 compromise defense bill over design and mission concerns.
Military Night at Annmarie Garden
Annmarie Garden in Lights and CSM are sponsoring Military Night. 6-9 pm, Dec. 16, with free admission for any active military personnel and their immediate family.
