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SMECO CEO Slater Announces Retirement

Transition to new leadership expected in March 2020 Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) president and CEO Austin J. Slater, Jr., submitted his retirement letter to the Board of Directors at the monthly board meeting held Tuesday, … Read Full Article

The Pet Stop – Come and Meet Lizzie!

Lizzie is a new arrival to our facility. She is a very sweet, gentle girl. We feel Lizzie would make a great family pet. She loves everyone she meets. Come down to the kennel and meet Lizzie Meet Lizzie Age: 5 years … Read Full Article

The 2019 Calvert You Are Beautiful Awards

Every year the Calvert Board of County Commissioners recognizes the work of local volunteers by seeking nominations from the local community for an award. The nominations come from all corners of the county where citizens donate their time to lend a … Read Full Article

Halloween in the Garden Returns October 26th

Family-Friendly Halloween fun returns to Annmarie Garden on Saturday, October 26 20th Annual Halloween in the Garden to include new activities, including a DJ dance party and a new event layout to … Read Full Article

Save the Date: Christmas on the Beach and Parade

November 29, 2019 | 7 pm: Light Up the Town December 7, 2019 | 10am - 3 pm: North Beach Christmas Market; 12 pm: Holiday Parade / Santa & Christmas on the Beach The Town of North Beach … Read Full Article

On Watch Memorial to be Held November 10th

Honoring the Veterans of the Past by Supporting Our Servicemen and Women of Today. The 12th Annual Memorial Service will be held Sunday November 10, 2018 at 2 pm. It will be held at the On Watch … Read Full Article

CBL Seminar: Protecting Sea Turtles & Their Habitat

The Inter-American Convention for the Protection & Conservation of Sea Turtles (IAC) Tomorrow, October 15th from 7:00pm - 8:00pm Presented by Ms. Verónica Cáceres Chamorro (MS 2001) In … Read Full Article

Deer Muzzleloader Season Set to Begin

Traditional Firearms Hunt Remains Popular The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced that the first segment of Maryland’s muzzleloader deer season opens statewide October 17. This is … Read Full Article

Managed Hunts on Jug Bay Farm Preserve

Jug Bay Farm Preserve October: 17, 24, 28 Property will open at 12 noon each day after MANAGED hunt. Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary/River Farm Park (Open Hunts) Oct: 21, 22, 29, 31 Property … Read Full Article

MSP & PG County Police Partner for Driving Enforcement

Maryland State Police, Prince George’s County Police Partner To Combat Speeding, Aggressive Driving On I-495 Maryland State Police, along with assistance from the Prince George’s Police Department, … Read Full Article

DAV Asks President Trump to Lift Blanket Stay on Claims

Earlier this year on June 25th, the entire veterans’ community celebrated when Congress passed, and President Trump signed into law, the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019. However, less … Read Full Article

Maryland Recognized as a Rising Star State

Results for America 2019 Invest in What Works State Standard of Excellence Highlights States’ Efforts to Use Evidence and Data to Improve Results and Advance Economic Mobility for … Read Full Article

Hoyer Statement on Impeachment Inquiry

Hoyer Statement on Continued White House Efforts to Stonewall and Obstruct Impeachment Inquiry Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) released the following statement in response to a White House … Read Full Article