March 28, 2024

At Pax, Another Development Test Flight First

test flight

The US Marine Corps’ newest Intrepid Tiger II electronic warfare capability flew for the first time on an MV-22B Osprey earlier this month.

Retired Blue Angel Makes Way to Museum

Blue Angel

The Patuxent River Naval Air Museum is thrilled to announce the addition of a Blue Angel aircraft to its flight line.

Rotary Funds Greenwell Foundation Field Trips

Rotary

The Rotary Club of Lexington Park has awarded Greenwell Foundation a $4,500 grant to bring its “Re-connecting Field Trips” to Great Mills High School this summer.

Atlantic Hurricane Season Has Begun

Hurricane

The 2021 Atlantic hurricane season began June 1 and goes through Nov. 30, 2021. The St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services urges residents to begin safety preparations in advance.

Vaccines to Be Offered at Juneteenth Event

Get Out the Vax

The St. Mary’s County Health Department will offer free COVID-19 vaccinations at the 2021 Juneteenth Festival. The event will be held at John G. Lancaster Park at 21550 Willows Road in Lexington Park from 2 to 6 pm Saturday, June 19, 2021.

At State Parks, Outdoor Adventures Await

State Parks

The annual Maryland Park Quest program will run through October 31, 2021. More than 25 Maryland state parks offer opportunities to engage families in outdoor activities to experience the state’s cultural, historical, and natural resources.

Knowledge Boxing Offers Free Youth Sessions

Knowledge Boxing Center in Lexington Park will offer free KBC HOOD LOVE training sessions for select youth throughout the summer. Applications must be submitted by noon Monday, June 14.

2021 Juneteenth Festival Set in Lex Park

Juneteenth

The Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions has announced plans for a 2021 Juneteenth celebration in Lexington Park on Saturday, June 19.

COVID Vaccine Clinic Set June 10

Vaccine

The Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine will be offered to residents of the Lexington Park/Great Mills area from 3 to 6 pm Thursday, June 10, 2021, at the East Run Medical Center across from Great Mills High School.

Fabric Artist’s Work Featured at Lex Park Library

Library

A new exhibit featuring fabric artist Andi Cullins is set to open Monday, June 7, at the Lexington Park Library art gallery.