July 16, 2026

  • Sobriety

    Sheriff’s Sobriety Checkpoint on July 17

    The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office will conduct a roadside sobriety checkpoint on Friday evening, July 17, 2026, in the Leonardtown area.

  • Schoolhouse

    Drayden Schoolhouse Open House July 18

    Open houses at the Drayden African American Schoolhouse are held on the first and third Saturdays of the month from 11am to 2pm. Why not plan a visit there July 18?

  • Cooling Centers

    Public Cooling Centers Available July 15-18

    Due to extreme heat in the forecast, St. Mary’s County government announced the availability of cooling centers for the public from Wednesday, July 15, through Saturday, July 18, 2026. Residents may take refuge in one of these cool places.

  • 2023-01: Big Mama Attacked

    Far from the first time, Big Mama rocketed into the air to repulse an intruder. But this time they became entangled and dropped into the water. The intruder flew practically at the moment of the splash. Big Mama floated beneath her nest, head up and wings outstretched.

  • Gymnasts

    Gymnasts Finish 2025–26 Season Strong

    The St. Mary’s Gymnastics Academy has announced the conclusion of the 2025-2026 season following the recent success of team members at the USA Gymnastics Region 7 Championships in mid-May.

Leader Exclusives

TechBook

County TechBook Getting an Update

Oct 29, 2024

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Calling all St. Mary’s tech companies and support organizations. It’s time to update listings for the next issue of the St. Mary’s County Technology Resource Book.

Gratitude Can Relieve Stress

Oct 28, 2024

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We at Walden Wise understands that the day-to-day can feel overwhelming. We hope this simple activity offers a moment of grounding and joy for you and the kids you care about.

Myrtle Grove

St. Mary’s Wins Nearly $600,000 for Rural Legacy

Oct 27, 2024

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The Southern Maryland Resource Conservation and Development Board will preserve a 145-acre property in the Mattapany Rural Legacy Area, and in the Huntersville Rural Legacy Area, the Patuxent Tidewater Land Trust will preserve a 104-acre farm with nearly $600,000 from Rural Legacy funds. The easement approvals were granted by the Maryland Board of Public Works in October.

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