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State and Federal Assistance Programs Available for Businesses

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Impacted by COVID-19 The Calvert County Department of Economic Development continues to share vital information about programs and resources providing assistance to local businesses impacted by the spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). This week, Gov. Larry Hogan announced new COVID-19 business relief programs to assist Maryland businesses with 50 or fewer full- or part-time […]

Business Hall of Fame is Now Inspire Maryland

Inspire Maryland is an event true to its name. An expansion of what was previously known as the Business Hall of Fame Awards, Inspire MD is a formal evening awards ceremony that honors exceptional business leaders and celebrates the unique ways they are strengthening Maryland. Businesses—small, large and in-between—drive this state, employ its residents and […]

County Congratulates New and Relocated Businesses

Calvert County is committed to fostering a dynamic and competitive business climate to ensure economic growth and sustainability. New businesses are a sign that the Calvert County economy continues to thrive. These new businesses help stimulate the economy and provide employment opportunities for local residents. The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners and the Department […]

P-TECH Schools Invaluable to Maryland Business

The Maryland Chamber Foundation is a proud partner with the state’s Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) program, whose students, many of whom come from economically under-performing areas, earn their high school diploma as well as an industry-recognized, two-year post-secondary degree, all within a six-year time frame and at no cost. P-TECH schools […]

Calvert Hosts Maryland Association of Social Services Boards

Annual Conference Efforts to Address Poverty Receive State-level Recognition Poverty is tough and the cold winter months make it even tougher – a challenge the Maryland Association of Social Services Boards (MASSB) explored during its two-day annual conference held in Solomons in late October. Calvert County experiences its share of poverty: 32% of Calvert’s families […]

Southern Maryland Vegan Restaurant Week

Saturday, November 2, 2019 Southern Maryland Vegan Restaurant Week Launching November 2nd-9th, 2019 During this time, participating restaurants will feature a separate vegan menu (or vegan dish), specially created for this week-long community event. In addition to vegans, all diners are encouraged to enjoy a variety of plant-based menu items that support healthier diets, the […]

Visit Calvert County Tourism Facebook Page

The Calvert County Department of Economic Development has launched a Visit Calvert County tourism Facebook page to promote local attractions, restaurants, shopping, arts and culture, events and more. Citizens can visit www.Facebook.com/VisitCalvertCounty for tourism related information and updates. The new page will feature scenic spots to hunt fossils and shark teeth, tips on the best […]

County Congratulates New, Relocated and Expanded Businesses

Calvert County is committed to fostering a dynamic and competitive business climate to ensure economic growth and sustainability. New businesses are a sign that the Calvert County economy continues to thrive. These new businesses help stimulate the economy and provide employment opportunities for local residents. The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners and the Department […]

Businesses Invited to Participate in Small Business Saturday

Economic Development Launches “Calvert Shop Local” Campaign The Calvert County Department of Economic Development invites the local business community to participate in Small Business Saturday on Nov. 30 through its “Calvert Shop Local” campaign. Falling on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, locally owned shops and businesses across the nation offer special events and promotions during Small […]