During Outbreak, SMECO Stops Disconnects for Non-Payment
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative is suspending electric disconnects for non-payment.
First COVID-19 Case Reported in So. Md.
Among developments during the COVID-19 threat: First case reported in Southern Maryland; 31 cases confirmed in Maryland; governor enacts an emergency order to expand access to child care for critical personnel; DoD says 10 service members have tested positive; Navy suspends most travel.
Coronavirus Response Act Passes House
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer announced Sunday that the House has passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act in a 363-40 vote.
St. Mary’s Has COVID-19 Call Center
A call center has been opened for St. Mary’s County residents needing more information about the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Community members can call the center Monday – Friday from 8 am – 5 pm to speak with staff, obtain information about the disease, or get their questions answered at 475-4911.
Continuum of Care Focusing on Region’s Homeless During Crisis
The Calvert – Charles – St. Mary’s Continuum of Care says its No. 1 priority during the COVID-19 crisis is the health and safety of the area’s homeless population.
COVID-19 Precautions Spreading in Region
The presence of the coronavirus in Maryland is shuttering public events throughout the region, including the annual Maryland Day celebration at Historic St. Mary’s City where Maryland’s first statehouse was built and convened.
Pax Begins Investigating Potential for PFAS Contamination
NAS Pax River is investigating 18 sites where a fire extinguishing foam might have been used which contains a substance (PFAS) the Navy calls an “emerging public health concern.” In addition to Pax River being investigated, Webster Field in St. Inigoes, MD, will be investigated as well.
North Korea Resumes Weapons Testing
The South Korean military says North Korea fired three unidentified projectiles off its east coast as part of firing drills, a week after it resumed missile tests following a three-month break. Japan believes this latest launch threatens the peace and security of the region.
Pentagon Dismisses Criticism of F-35 Program
Morning Coffee is a robust blend of links to news around the internet concerning the Naval Air Station Patuxent River economic community. The opinions expressed here do not reflect opinions of the Leader’s owners or staff. Lt. Gen. Eric Fick took exception to recent criticism of the F-35 JSF program by SpaceX founder Elon Musk, reports Defense News. The Pentagon’s head of the F-35 Lightning II JPO countered Musk by saying that the jet will be relevant for decades to come. “I’m happy to see what comes next, be it manned or unmanned, but I think the F-35 is going…
Where Are the Most 6-Figure-Salary Jobs in the US?
Software company Volusion compiled a list of places in the US with the most six-figure incomes. Is our region on the list?
