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Calvert County Historic Preservation Awards for 2019

The Calvert County Historic District Commission has organized the presentation of the annual Historic Preservation Awards since 1989. The awards recognize outstanding achievements and excellence in protecting and preserving Calvert County's cultural … Read Full Article

CCSO Welcomes Three New Correctional Officers

On June 18, 2019, the three new Correctional Officers were introduced to the Calvert Board of County Commissioners. The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office welcomed Correctional Officers Tyler T. Bowen, Ryan R. Jones and Cory A. Mister to its ranks … Read Full Article

The Pet Stop – Come and Meet Wiley!

Wiley is a shy guy but opens up quickly when he has his dog buddies around! He would love to find a family with some furry siblings some day! If you are interested in adopting Wiley contact his adoption counselor or stop by during adoption … Read Full Article

Family Network Pilots Mobile Summer Meals Program

The Calvert County Family Network (CCFN) will pilot the county’s first mobile summer meals program in the Chesapeake Ranch Estates (CRE) with support from a $6,500 No Kid Hungry Maryland grant and … Read Full Article

Summer Music Festival Presents Six Guns South

The Popular Southern Maryland Rock Band Plays Leonardtown Square on Saturday, June 22, 2019 Come on out to Leonardtown Square on Saturday, June 22, 2019 and enjoy an evening of southern rock from … Read Full Article

Calvert Hospice Announces Aging in Place Seminar

Calvert Hospice is pleased to provide educational seminars to our community. Attendees will learn about topics that impact end-of-life care for patients and their families. Sessions are designed to … Read Full Article

Patriots Sweep Blue Crabs in Series

The Blue Crabs headed into a series finale against the Somerset Patriots with their collective eyes set on avoiding a sweep. A defensive battle that swung in favor of the opposition wouldn’t satisfy … Read Full Article

Blue Crabs’ Rally Falls Short in 9-7 Loss

After the Blue Crabs lost 3-1 in game one of the series, they fell short again on Saturday night in a high-scoring affair. The Blue Crabs scored early, but Somerset's bats were ultimately too much for … Read Full Article

MDOT MVA Testing Digital License Plates in Maryland

Two-Year Pilot to Test Technology Using Agency Fleet Vehicles The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA) is launching a two-year pilot program to test new … Read Full Article

Pax River Sets Noise Advisory for June 17-20

Communities surrounding the naval air station are advised that noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place June 17 - June 20, 2019 between the hours of 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. Tests at … Read Full Article

Lt Gov and MDOT MVA Open Columbia Office

To Serve Federal Real ID Customers Temporary Annex Space to be Available to Customers with Scheduled REAL ID Appointments through May 2020 Howard County residents now have 258 additional … Read Full Article

Lt. Gov Chosen for Douglass Leadership Institute Award

Award Announced During Juneteenth Celebration with Dr. Alveda King, Niece of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Lt. Governor Boyd K. Rutherford today was announced as the recipient of the Douglass … Read Full Article