3 Carriers from 3 Countries Train in Philippine Sea
Elements of the US Navy’s 7th Fleet are sailing through the Philippine Sea with French and Japanese vessels in a joint exercise meant to train crews and show just how much force they can project at sea. Meanwhile China continues air and sea pressure to claim disputed areas of the South China Sea.
SMECO Sponsors Student Math Contest
The regional MATHCOUNTS competition marked its 31st anniversary earlier this month. More than 150 students from 18 schools gathered to test their math skills at the event sponsored by Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative and the Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s public school systems.
Registration Opens for the Keys to Senior Independence Series
A Keys to Senior Independence series will be held Mondays, March 17 through April 7, 2025, in Leonardtown. Registration is now open.
Sessions Announced for ENOUGH Initiative
St. Mary’s County Local Management Board will hold monthly meetings with community-based organizations to better understand the needs of these organizations to better support children and families living in poverty.
Birds Wintering in the Chesapeake
Winter arrives and holds tight in the Chesapeake, bringing winter ducks and increased activities from eagles, says the Cap’n.
Hoyer: Jobs Grew by 16M in Past 4 Years
The US Department of Labor’s January 2025 jobs report indicates America’s labor market grew every month President Biden held office, said Rep. Steny H. Hoyer.
MD DNR Accepting Waterfowl Photos for Contest
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources invites wildlife photographers to enter its new waterfowl photo contest. Entries will be accepted through March 31.
Fort Liberty Name Out. Fort Bragg Is Back
The Pentagon will change the name of Fort Liberty in North Carolina back to Fort Bragg. The Army base was originally named for Confederate GEN Braxton Bragg; the order lists another Bragg as its new namesake – PVT Roland L. Bragg of Maine, who fought in the Battle of the Bulge during World War II.
Students, What Does America Mean to You?
America’s Field Trip is a contest that invites students in grades 3–12 to be part of America’s 250th anniversary by sharing their perspectives on what America means to them. Entry deadline is April 16.
County Govt. Presidents Day Operations
All St. Mary’s County government administrative offices will be closed Monday, February 17, 2025, in observance of the Presidents Day holiday. Offices will resume normal operating schedules February 18.
