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Hoyer Announces Winners of the 5th Annual App Challenge

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Hoyer Announces Winners of the Fifth Annual Fifth District Congressional App Challenge Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) announced the winners of the Fifth Annual Congressional App Challenge for the Fifth District. Destini Brown of Gwynn Park High School won first place this year with her app, “How Are You Feeling?” Her app is a significantly-updated 2.0 […]

First Lady Hogan Guest Speaker at Believe in Tomorrow

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First Lady Yumi Hogan Joins Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Foundation for Silver Celebration in Honor of The Children’s House at Johns Hopkins 25th Anniversary First Lady Yumi Hogan delivered congratulatory remarks and presented a Governor’s Citation at the Believe in Tomorrow Children’s House at Johns Hopkins 25th Anniversary on Saturday, November 17. The Governor’s Citation […]

CAASA Holds Annual Awards for 2018

The Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, Inc. hosted its annual meeting and awards program Monday evening, October 22, 2018 at Calvert Pines, honoring local anti-drug and -alcohol prevention efforts and looking ahead to continuing those efforts. The CAASA Board also thanked Commissioner Pat Nutter for his service on the Board and wished him well on […]

35th Annual Governor’s Service Awards Ceremony

Governor’s Office Hosts 35th Awards on Service and Volunteerism 17 Groups and Individuals Recognized for Outstanding Service to Maryland Communities The Governor’s Office on Service and Volunteerism today hosted the 35th Annual Governor’s Service Awards to celebrate the outstanding volunteer contributions of Maryland residents and organizations. A total of 17 honorees received awards in categories […]

Awards Close to $4 Million For New Violence Prevention Program

Hogan Administration Awards Program,  Emphasizes Gun Violence Reduction As part of Governor Larry Hogan’s commitment to make Maryland safer, the Hogan Administration today announced approximately $4 million in funding from the Violence Intervention and Prevention Program (VIPP), a new Maryland bipartisan initiative aimed primarily at reducing gun violence. The VIPP program, which passed during the […]

Chamber to Hold Annual Awards Dinner

On Thursday, October 18, the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce will hold their Annual Awards Dinner beginning at 6:30 pm at the Rod N Reel Restaurant in Chesapeake Beach.  Prior to the Awards Dinner, the Chamber will hold their Annual Business Expo beginning at 4:30 pm, also at the Rod N Reel Restaurant. Awards will […]

Calvert School Foundation Awards Grants

Calvert County Public Schools is proud to announce the most recent recipients of the Calvert School Foundation grants to foster creative approaches to education. Members of the Board of Directors reviewed nineteen proposals and selected eight to be funded for a total cost of just over $12,500.00. Dr. Daniel D. Curry, Superintendent, said, “This is […]

25th Annual Artsfest Held at Annmarie Garden

Annmarie Garden announces Artsfest ‘18 Award Winners! Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center in Solomons, Maryland, held its 25th annual Artsfest Fine Arts Festival on Saturday, September 22 and 23. Festival attendees enjoyed fine arts at its best with over 150 artists displaying their works. Live entertainment filled the Garden and young guests enjoyed wonderful […]

Deputies Buckler and Spalding Receive Awards

Sheriff Mikes Evans is proud to report on September 26, 2018, Deputy Nicholas A. Buckler and Deputy Ryan T. Spalding received awards presented to them by the Maryland Highway Safety Office at its annual awards luncheon at Bayfront Club, Sparrows Point, MD. The luncheon acknowledged the outstanding law enforcement efforts during the 2018 Maryland Aggressive […]