June 19, 2026

  • Juneteenth

    St. Mary’s Govt. Operations for Juneteenth

    St. Mary’s County government administrative offices will be closed June 19, 2026, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Community members are encouraged to attend the annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration from noon to 6pm Saturday, June 20, at the county fairgrounds.

  • Junior Historian

    Free Admission for Dads at Lighthouse June 21

    On Father’s Day, June 21, 2026, Piney Point Lighthouse Museum will offer free museum admission for dads during normal operating hours 10am to 5pm.

  • River Concert Series

    River Concert Series Opens Friday

    A Southern Maryland tradition continues in 2026. The River Concert Series and the appearances of the Chesapeake Orchestra open Friday, June 19, in St. Mary’s City.

  • Juneteenth

    Freedom Day Set June 20 at Fairgrounds

    The Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions Freedom Day will be held from noon to 6pm Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds. Free admission.

  • Solstice

    Celebrate the Summer Solstice in Piney Point

    Celebrate the solstice season June 19, 2026, with extended evening hours and after-hours tours at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park.

Leader Exclusives

Higher Ed Building

What of the 3rd Bldg Is in the Gov’s FY16 Budget

Feb 3, 2015

The Governor’s budget shows the higher dollar amount for the 3rd bldg, a research and classroom vs a classroom only building. This is a significant step forward.

How 70 People Axed the University of Maryland

Jan 29, 2015

A dramatic thing to say, borne out by the state budget. So it becomes a cautionary tale, although it is also a celebration of the power of a single vote.

FHA Rate Cut Offers Savings to New Borrowers

Jan 21, 2015

Ask Primary Residential Mortgage about the FHA cutting rates on mortgage insurance premiums, providing significant savings to new borrowers.