Speaker Boehner on Passage of Farm Bill
House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) today applauded House passage of H.R. 2642, the Agricultural Act of 2014: “All Americans stand to benefit in some way from this farm bill, which maintains critical...
View ArticleEicholtz Promoted to Director of Fiscal and Administrative Services
The Charles County Commissioners are pleased to announce the promotion of Mr. David Eicholtz to Director of the Department of Fiscal and Administrative Services. Mr. Eicholtz served as acting director...
View ArticleNorth Point JV Basketball vs. Westlake
The Boys and Girls JV Games at Westlake have been moved from Friday, February 7 to Saturday, February 8. The girls game will begin at 10:00 am and the boys will play at 11:30 am.
View ArticleSMCPS’ Ethics Panel Appointments Announced
Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Michael J. Martirano, announces the Ethics Panel appointments made by the Board of Education at its meeting of January 28, 2014 as follows: REAPPOINTMENTS: Mr. Robert...
View ArticleFree Foodways Community Networking Event
Will Focus on Food Issues The Southern Maryland Food Council is hosting a Foodways Community Networking Event. This is a free public event meant to connect people interested in diverse food-related...
View ArticleSMECO Awards Matching Contribution
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) recently received a $3,000 contribution from CoBank to award to End Hunger In Calvert County. Through its Sharing Success program, CoBank created a $3...
View ArticleCalvert County Commissioners Conduct Work Session on Opiate Abuse
Abuse of prescription drugs has been on the rise since 2000. On January 28, 2014, a panel, made up of those who work in the substance abuse field, were there to answer the commissioners’ questions –...
View ArticleRock N Roll for Rescues with Fabulous Hubcaps
The Humane Society of Calvert County is pleased to be hosting a Rock-n-Roll for Rescues, featuring the Fabulous Hubcaps, one of the most sought after oldies rock and roll bands in the country, at the...
View ArticleValentines Dine in SMC at Brome Howard Inn
Four-courses at The Inn at Brome Howard Treat your sweetheart to a romantic and delicious Valentine’s Day dinner at The Inn at Brome Howard. On February 14 and 15, Expressions of St. Mary’s will offer...
View ArticleTri-County VFW Honors CCSO Officers for Bravery
Three Charles County Sheriff’s officers were honored January 5 at the Second Annual Tri-County Veterans of Foreign Wars Officer of the Year Ceremony. Cpl. John Freeman and officers Michael Armstrong...
View ArticleVendors Wanted for Wedding Show at Greenwell
Applications are now available to be a vendor at the Wedding Show at Greenwell. This event is hosted under two large wedding tents on the grounds of historic Rosedale Manor. The Wedding Show is...
View ArticleWicomico Shores Golf Course Reopens February 2
The St. Mary’s County Department of Recreation and Parks will reopen the Wicomico Shores Golf Course and Pro Shop on Sunday, February 2, 2014 for normal winter hours of operation. The course has been...
View ArticleVital Community Connectors to Host Community Forum
On the relationship of the non-profit sector to government The Vital Community Connectors (VCC) represents an informal coalition of over 20 non-profit community organizations in St. Mary’s County, and...
View ArticleBohanan Seeking Applicants for Maryland Delegate Scholarships
Delegate John L. Bohanan, Jr. is seeking applicants for Maryland Delegate Scholarship awards for the 2014-2015 school year. Successful applicants must be pursuing an academic program beyond high school...
View ArticleHoyer, Pelosi, Slaughter & DeGette File Amicus Brief
In Supreme Court Contraceptive Coverage Requirement Challenge Today, House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) joined Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi (CA), Reps. Louise Slaughter (NY), and Diana DeGette...
View ArticleBoehner: “Is the President Going to Stand Up & Lead?”
At a press conference with Republican Leaders today, House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) addressed the Senate Majority Leader’s recent comments opposing Trade Promotion Authority, and called on President...
View ArticleBoard of Education Accepts Resolutions at January Meeting
The Board of Education presented four resolutions to students and staff at their January 14 meeting. The resolutions are presented to the Board annually. The following resolutions were presented: •...
View ArticleReport on Calvert County LWV Holiday Social
Submitted by Roberta Safer – Event Chair On a cold Saturday, December13 at 12:30pm, 36 League members and friends gathered in Solomons at the Blue Heron Inn, where the Bistro Belle Maison was located....
View ArticleBidders Wanted for Wetlands Construction
The St. Mary’s County Government is seeking bidders to provide sealed proposals for Wetlands Construction Services in accordance with this Solicitation. Interested bidders may download the Solicitation...
View ArticleSchool System, Code.org Sign Partnership
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) students are getting into computer coding, and it is not just in a computer science class. A new partnership with Code.org is helping CCPS infuse computer science...
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