County to Buy Willows Rec Center

Posted by Tom Watts on May 18, 2023 · Leave a Comment

St. Mary’s County government plans to purchase the recently closed Willows Recreation Center in Lexington Park, MD. The facility is set to become the new home of the St. Mary’s Gymnastics Academy, offering competitive and recreational gymnastics.

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Commerce Launches Tech Hub Grant Program

Posted by Java Joe on May 15, 2023 · Leave a Comment

The US Commerce Department on Friday launched a program where cities can apply for grant funding to become technology hubs. The agency will accept proposals from regions across the country. The grants are part of last year’s CHIPS and Science Act to stimulate investments in new technologies such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and biotech.

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Community Garden Coming Soon to Lex Park

Posted by Lexi Leader on May 2, 2023 · Leave a Comment

A Lexington Manor Passive Park community garden project has received funding for development. Construction will begin soon, according to the Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership.

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CH-53K Moving Toward Entry Into Service

Posted by Java Joe on April 10, 2023 · Leave a Comment

The US Marine Corps’ CH-53K King Stallion program is preparing for its first deployment in 2025. The heavy lift helicopter recently also recently went through its second set of sea trials. The Corps continues to execute the transition from the CH-53E to the CH-53K and is on schedule to declare full operational capability in FY2029.

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Willows Rec Center Hosting Live Boxing Jan. 28

Posted by Tom Watts on January 24, 2023 · Leave a Comment

Knowledge Boxing Center will present an afternoon of live boxing on January 28, 2023, at Willows Recreation Center in Lexington Park, MD. Doors open at 2pm.

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FREE Physical Activity Classes for New & Expecting Moms

Posted by Publisher on September 21, 2022 · Leave a Comment

For a limited time only, there will be FREE physical activity classes offered for pregnant and postpartum women. Three local organizations are offering free exercise programs:, Peaktop Wellness; Willows Recreation Center, and The Synthesis Center of St. Mary’s at the Real Food Studio.

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