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October 21 – 27 is Designated Economic Development Week

Economic Development Week will emphasize to the general public the importance of economic development for the State of Maryland. The week is designed to increase an understanding of economic development’s contribution to the State’s business climate, … Read Full Article

Red Ribbon Week in Calvert County October 23-31st

Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse (CAASA) is the local sponsor of Red Ribbon Week in Calvert County. Participating during the week are local government agencies, churches, Neighborhood Watch communities, and Calvert County Public … Read Full Article

2018 PRAD Parade Pleases All! -Part II

Everyone loves a parade! Spectators lined the road between the Calvert Marine Museum and Solomons Island Yacht Club to view the annual Patuxent River Appreciation Days (PRAD) parade. The parade has been a highlight of the two-day event for more … Read Full Article

Old Town 25-foot Camp Canoe Relaunched

The vintage 25-foot Old Town Camp Canoe was relaunched on Tuesday at the Calvert Marine Museum (CMM) after spending many years in storage. Patuxent Small Craft Guild (PSCG) volunteers have been … Read Full Article

CSM Construction Management Technology Degree

Program Helps Answer National, Regional Industry Demand The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) recognizes Careers in Construction Month this October by having its Construction Management Technology … Read Full Article

Parks & Rec to Hold Halloween Family Fun Night

Calvert County Department of Parks & Recreation to Hold Halloween Family Fun Night Fall is here and the Calvert County Department of Parks & Recreation is getting into the spooky spirit … Read Full Article

Visit a Calvert County Farm for Fun Fall Activities

Calvert County is home to a flourishing agri-tourism community that provides a bounty of activities for visitors. Agri-tourism – the combination of agriculture and tourism – is all about the … Read Full Article

Early Muzzleloader Deer Hunting Season Set to Begin

Popular Season Coincides with Changing Fall Weather The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced that the first segment of Maryland’s muzzleloader deer season opens statewide Oct. 18. … Read Full Article

Garcia 2018 Gold Glove Defensive Player of the Year

The Atlantic League of Professional Baseball announced today that Edwin Garcia, shortstop for the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs, has won the 2018 Gold Glove Defensive Player of the Year … Read Full Article

Delmarva Power Promotes Fire Safety

Utility’s Emergency Services Partnership Program Donates Smoke Alarms Representatives of Delmarva Power Emergency Services Partnership Program, Vincent Jacono, Jr. and John Pepito donated a total … Read Full Article

Long-Awaited US 219 Realignment Construction Project

New Roadway Alignment Benefits Businesses and Residents, Opens Up the Appalachian Region for Economic Development and Enhanced Safety The Hogan administration announced the official start of the … Read Full Article

Opioid Operational Command Center Hosts Workshop

On Youth Prevention and Intervention How Local Jurisdictions and State Agencies are Fighting the Opioid Epidemic through Prevention and Education Today, the Opioid Operational Command Center … Read Full Article

Gov Hogan Cuts Ribbon on New Water Technology Center

Governor Larry Hogan delivered remarks and cut the ribbon at the Sanexen Water Technology Center in Baltimore, Md. The governor was joined by President and CEO of LOGISTEC Madeleine Paquin, President … Read Full Article