April 24, 2024

Be a SKYWARN Storm Spotter

Storm Spotter

Would-be storm spotters take note. The St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services will host an online SKYWARN basics course from 6 to 8 pm Monday, November 8, 2021.

New State Law Bans Balloon Releases

Balloon

A new Maryland law prohibits intentional balloon releases.

Newtowne Players Open Holiday Show Nov. 12

Newtowne

The Newtowne Players will present a modern-day holiday classic sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. “Elf, the Musical” will be presented November 12 – December 12, 2021.

Wreaths Across America Exhibit Travels to St. Mary’s

The Wreaths Across America Mobile Education Exhibit is scheduled to make a visit to Mission BBQ in California on November 11, 2021.

Halloween in the Square Is Back!

Halloween in the Square

Halloween in the Square will be held from 1 to 4 pm Saturday, October 30, 2021, at St. Mary’s Square shopping center in Lexington Park.

Navy Tests Newest Subsonic Aerial Target

Subsonic

The Navy’s Aerial Target program office (PMA-208) recently completed three back-to-back test flights with its newest subsonic aerial target, BQM-177A, in preparation for Full Operational Capability this year.

Nov. 15 Deadline for Keep MD Beautiful Grants

Beautiful

Applications are now being accepted for the Keep Maryland Beautiful grants program.

10-Yr. Comprehensive Plan Input Sought

Survey

Community input is being sought for St. Mary’s County’s 10-year comprehensive plan. Fill out the survey online.

Sheriff to Host Faith & Blue Festival

Faith & Blue

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office will join police agencies and faith organizations across the country as they celebrate National Faith & Blue Weekend. St. Mary’s will hold an event from 1-3 pm Saturday, October 9, 2021, at the District 4 police station in Lexington Park.

Price-Jordan Breaking Barriers at Pax

Price-Jordan

CMDR Deserine Price-Jordan will become the first-ever Black female Full Time Support Aerospace Maintenance Duty Officer to be promoted to the rank of captain. This barrier-breaking achievement puts her at the highest level in the FTS AMDO community.