Spreading Joy at Greenwell Foundation
The Greenwell Foundation made its May Open Barn event just a little more special. Unicorns and goats helped spread joy to visitors. On tap for June: a Lexington Park Library outdoor story time.
Navy Plans Virtual Meetings on DEIS
The US Navy will hold virtual public meetings May 18 and 19 regarding the Patuxent River Complex Testing and Training Activities Environmental Impact Statement.
Navy Day Exhibit on Display at Museum
A new exhibit at the St. Clement’s Island Museum features Navy Day items and souvenirs from past Navy Day celebrations.
2-Day COVID Vaccine, Testing Event at Lex Park Library
A two-day, pop-up COVID-19 testing and vaccine event will be held from noon to 4 pm on Saturday, May 15, and Sunday, May 16, 2021, at the Lexington Park Library.
Production Can Start on Tactical Combat Training System
The Naval Aviation Training Systems and Ranges program office received Milestone C approval for its next-generation air combat training system, the Tactical Combat Training System Increment II.
State Grant to Support School Health Centers
The St. Mary’s County Equity Task Force announces official state recognition of the two new school-based health centers in the county, as well as a $650,000 grant to support clinical service delivery at the centers.
Rid Your Home of Dangerous Drugs
Drop-boxes are available for medication disposal at the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office in Leonardtown. Rid your home of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs to help prevent prescription abuse and theft.
A Busy Spring for Local Gymnasts
St. Mary’s Gymnastics Academy gymnasts have competed in recent meets — the Maryland State Championships, All-Pro Gymnastics Easter Eggstravaganza, and Harford’s Cherry Blossom Flyp10 Classic.
Farmers Markets Open for the Season
St. Mary’s County farmers markets have opened for the 2021 season in Charlotte Hall, California, and Lexington Park. Customers will find a variety of locally grown and locally made products from eggs, meats, and cheeses to soap, cider, and apple pie.
Comment Sought on Navy’s Draft EIS
The US Navy has prepared a Draft Environmental Impact Statement evaluating the potential environmental effects of continuing to conduct military testing and training activities within the Patuxent River Complex.
