July 17, 2026

  • Code Red

    Code Red Air Quality Alert in Effect for St. Mary’s County

    The St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services is notifying residents that a Code Red Air Quality Alert is in effect for the area today, Friday, July 17, 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.

Leader Exclusives

survey

Survey to Assess Local Labor Force Needs

Nov 2, 2023

The Patuxent Partnership has joined the College of Southern Maryland and other tri-county partners to conduct an industry survey. The goal is to assess the local labor force and industry needs.

Internships

SoMD 2030 Offering 8-Week Summer Internships

Oct 31, 2023

The Patuxent Partnership will hold five virtual information sessions for local college students interested in 2024 summer internships. The deadline to apply is Friday, December 8.

Annual Meeting

Year in Review Highlights TPP’s Annual Meeting

Oct 30, 2023

The “filled to capacity” annual meeting of The Patuxent Partnership opened with greetings from Bonnie Green, TPP executive director, and Doug Belvin, board president, who welcomed the board’s new members. Attendees were provided a year in review of TPP’s successful programs, engagements, and community support.