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From Bay to Table: Discover the Best of St. Mary’s County Oysters

ST. MARY'S, MD (7News) — Oysters are a staple in the culture and economy of St. Mary’s County. They have a perfect blend of fresh water from the rivers and streams, plus the saltwater flowing from the Atlantic Ocean to the Chesapeake Bay that creates the signature taste of the region’s oysters. Not-too-salty, not-too-sweet: just right.

St Mary'S County, MD · 1d
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Veterans Day 2026 Freebies: Free Meals And Discounts For Southern Maryland Veterans

SOUTHERN MARYLAND — A veteran who wants to make a day of Veterans Day could start with a free Original Grand Slam at Denny’s before noon, stop for a free haircut at Great Clips and finish with a free entrée at Chili’s — all offers national companies have announced for Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026.

Southern Maryland, MD · 18h
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Two Hospitalized After Box Truck, SUV Crash In North Beach; CPR Performed

NORTH BEACH, Md. — Two people were transported to the hospital Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, following a serious crash involving a box truck and an SUV near Neptune’s Seafood Pub in North Beach. Emergency crews were dispatched at approximately 3:16 p.m. to the 8000 block of Chesapeake Ave.,...

North Beach, MD · 1d
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Dorchester County seeks answers for sinking Elliott Island Road

DORCHESTER COUNTY, Md. – Dorchester County is looking for the cause of a sinking road on Elliott Island, and it’s asking engineers for help. The County Council voted this week to advertise a request for proposals for geotechnical engineering services on Elliott Island Road. Proposals are due Nov. 24.

Dorchester County, MD · 2d
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Park marks 50th anniversary with new film about Washington’s birthplace

There’s been nothing like it in half a century. That’s how long it’s been since the George Washington Birthplace National Monument saw such a festive occasion as it did last Wednesday, when the Northern Neck historic site celebrated its visitor center’s 50th anniversary by premiering a brand-new film.

Westmoreland County, VA · 16h

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Day Of The Dead In La Plata: La Tolteca Invites Community To Honor Loved Ones

LA PLATA, Md. — La Tolteca La Plata is inviting the community to remember loved ones through a Day of the Dead tradition: sharing photographs on an ofrenda, a remembrance altar that honors people who have died and celebrates their lives. The restaurant announced on Facebook that the display...

La Plata, MD · 2d

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St. Mary’s County Farm Seeking Leftover Halloween Pumpkins To Feed Pigs

LEXINGTON PARK, Md. — Halloween may be over, but the treats are just beginning for a group of pigs in St. Mary’s County. Tobacco Plantation in Lexington Park is asking residents to donate their leftover Halloween pumpkins instead of throwing them away. The pumpkins will provide a seasonal snack for the property’s pigs.

Lexington Park, MD · 1d

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A Bigger Space, The Same Comfort-First Mission: The Nook Plans Grand Reopening

CALIFORNIA, Md. — Eight months after opening in St. Inigoes with a focus on making tattoo appointments more comfortable, The Nook Tattoo Studio is preparing to welcome clients into a larger space — with more artists and room to build on the approach that shaped its beginnings. The...

California, MD · 2d

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Military spouse uses AI to help veterans navigate VA benefits

For many veterans, accessing benefits they have earned can feel almost as difficult as earning them in the first place. Long forms, complicated requirements, confusing websites and lengthy appeals can leave veterans and their families unsure of where to begin or frustrated enough to give up. That challenge is what inspired Calvert County resident Tracy Contrino to create TheClusterFix, an independent nonprofit organization designed to make navigating veterans’ benefits simpler, faster and less intimidating. “The nonprofit provides easy, simple and quick answers for the veteran community as far as accessing benefits,” Contrino said. The idea grew out of Contrino’s own experience as a military spouse. Her husband served in the Army and National Guard for 18 years and is 100% P&T disabled. Over the years, Contrino became increasingly frustrated by the difficulty of navigating the Department of Veterans Affairs system and finding straightforward answers about available benefits. She began thinking about how the emerging technology she was seeing in her professional life could be used to solve a problem she had encountered personally. As artificial intelligence became more common in the workplace and everyday life, Contrino saw an opportunity. “What is the biggest way to get benefits using AI as

Calvert County, MD · 1d

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Southern Maryland Players Win Nearly $1M, Led by $500K Prize

Southern Maryland players' cash prizes claimed at Maryland Lottery headquarters, Sept. 8 to Oct. 20. Totals exclude retailer bonuses and a game show trip. Source: Maryland Lottery. Southern Maryland players won nearly $1 million in Maryland Lottery prizes this fall, the Lottery said. Nine winners from St. Mary's, Calvert and...

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Forget The Sleigh! Santa Is Going Scuba Diving In Leonardtown This December

LEONARDTOWN, Md. — Santa Claus is trading his sleigh for scuba gear this holiday season! St. Mary’s County Recreation & Parks, in partnership with Southern Maryland Divers, invites participants ages 10 and older to take the plunge for a unique underwater photo opportunity with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026, from noon to 4 p.m.

Leonardtown, MD · 1d

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Charles County Election Results 2026: Democrats Lead As Tight School Board Race Emerges

LA PLATA, Md. — As Gov. Wes Moore secured a second term Tuesday night, Charles County voters cast ballots through early voting, on Election Day and by mail, and unofficial results Wednesday morning show Democrats leading every partisan race on the local ballot. Residents weighed in on the county...

Charles County, MD · 2d

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Harrison Street, Harbert to Develop Two Communities in California, Maryland

PASADENA, Calif. and POTOMAC, Md. — Harrison Street Asset Management and Harbert Management Corp.’s South Bay division have formed a joint venture to develop two seniors housing communities. The properties will be located in Pasadena, California, and Potomac, Maryland. The Palmer in Pasadena and The Belle Mare in...

Pasadena, CA · 14h

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Honga River dredging begins in Dorchester County

DORCHESTER COUNTY - Congressman Andy Harris announced today that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Baltimore District has begun dredging the Honga River in Dorchester County. According to officials with Harris' office, the project will remove approximately 342,000 cubic yards of sediment. Dredging is expected to continue through March of 2027. Dredged material will be placed at Barren Island as part of the Mid-Chesapeake Bay Island Ecosystem Restoration Project.

Dorchester County, MD · 1d

Maryland Independent

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Charles planning commission pushes back on subdivision amendment

Residents at a recent Charles planning commission meeting were concerned about how an amendment to the county’s subdivision regulations would affect Falcon Ridge, a housing development along Mason Spring Road in Indian Head. “Development regulations should balance the interest of property owners and developers with the long-term interests of the community,” Christine Cline of Indian Head said at the Nov. 2 meeting. “Charles County should be encouraging responsible development.” The subdivision plan for Falcon Ridge, which has been under development for almost 30 years, is going through an appeals process with the Charles board of appeals. A meeting is scheduled for January 2027. The planning commission recommended denial of the subdivision amendment and asked K. Hovnanian Homes of Maryland, the applicant that proposed the amendment, to add more accountability measures and remove the retroactive provision for projects that have a preliminary plan as of Jan. 1, 2026, including Falcon Ridge. The recommendation moves to the Charles County commissioners. Planning board members Semia Hackett and Jeffrey Bossart expressed concerns about the lack of accountability and oversight in the amendment, and most board members were concerned about the retroactive provision. “It’s becoming ever more challenging to find available areas to develop,” Erin

Charles County, MD · 21h

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Up The Creek With A Paddle: Charles County Students Explore Green Careers On Canoemobile Field Trip

Indian Head Elementary School and Glymont Middle School students were recently up the Mattawoman Creek with a paddle when they took part in an outdoor field trip designed to stoke an interest in green careers. Fourth- and seventh-grade students visited Smallwood State Park in Marbury on the Potomac River last...

Charles County, MD · 16h

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Southern Maryland Center For Independent Living Helps Charles County Residents Access Assistive Technology

CHARLES COUNTY, Md. — For people with disabilities, the right equipment can make everyday activities easier and support greater independence. A portable ramp can improve access to a home. A communication device can help someone express their needs. Adaptive equipment can make tasks such as eating, reading or using a computer more manageable.

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