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LEONARDTOWN, Md. — Love was in the air across St. Mary’s County in October, with 42 couples filing marriage license applications during the month. The applications came from couples throughout Southern Maryland, including Leonardtown, Lexington Park, California, Mechanicsville, Hollywood, Great Mills and other local communities. Several applicants also...
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.
LEONARDTOWN, Md. — Republicans held leads in all five races for the St. Mary’s County commissioners following Tuesday’s election, with Roy Alvey ahead in the contest for board president, according to unofficial Maryland State Board of Elections results. With all 27 Election Day precincts reporting, Alvey had...
When Charlie Simms first drove down to St. Mary’s County on his motorcycle in 1949, he had to stop at Hole in the Wall, a local bar, to ask for directions. The now traffic-congested Three Notch Road was a simple dirt path at the time, and Naval Air Station Patuxent River was one of the only landmarks for miles. Attendees at Hole in the Wall bar told Simms to “just keep driving.” Simms, who turned 100 last month, spent 23 years in the Navy. The Ridge resident first enlisted at the end of World War II when he was 17 and one of five children in Oklahoma. His son, Glen Simms, said his father enlisted to get “three meals a day and clothes.” “I stayed in the Navy” when the war ended, Charlie said. “I didn’t want to go back to Oklahoma. The Navy was good to me.” While stationed in Jacksonville, Florida, Charlie kept an eye on German prisoners. Years later, when he was flying the Berlin airlift, he reconnected with one of the prisoners at a restaurant. Over the years, he was stationed in Florida, Tennessee, California, Texas and Washington, D.C. The last location was where he met
Retirement in Southern Maryland is getting a fresh twist, and it starts with a shovel and a seat at the community table. One grandmother bought several homes over her lifetime, yet her newest purchase here topped them all, and the shared garden was the feature she looked forward to most.
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.
Central Virginia oysters linked to a 13-state outbreak are still testing positive for Salmonella, forcing state health officials to extend their ban on shellfish harvesting in the impacted waterway.
CHARLES COUNTY, Md. – On November 5, a student at La Plata High School, age 16, was found to be in possession of a vaping device containing THC. On November 4, a vaping device containing THC was recovered from a 14-year-old student at Davis Middle School. Also, two vaping devices were recovered from two students, ages 16 and 17, at Maurice McDonough High School, which tested positive for THC.
Motorists can Expect Temporary Detours and Lane Closures Starting Next Week. (November 5, 2026) – The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration is beginning construction on a $2.9 million safety and resurfacing project to improve sections of US 301 (Robert S. Crain Highway), MD 5 (Mattawoman Beantown Road) and Mattawoman Drive in northern Charles County. To advance work on the project, crews will temporarily close a section of eastbound Mattawoman Drive starting at 9 a.m. on Monday, November 9, weather permitting. The State Highway Administration strongly encourages planning for additional travel time during construction.
CALVERT COUNTY, Md. – Join the Calvert County Government procurement team for an information session designed to help vendors successfully navigate the county’s contract procurement process. Whether you are new to government contracting or looking to expand your opportunities with Calvert County, this session will provide valuable insight into how we operate, what we purchase and how to position your business for success.
SOUTHERN MARYLAND — LifeStyles of Maryland Inc. is accepting registrations for free Thanksgiving food baskets to help families in Charles, Calvert and St. Mary’s counties prepare for the holiday. The nonprofit will distribute baskets containing traditional Thanksgiving foods and fresh produce. Families may also receive a turkey or gift card, depending on availability.
Dr. James Robusto will speak Monday, Nov. 9, at the Middlesex County Woman’s Club (the colonial courthouse) at 210 Virginia St. in Urbanna. Dr. Robusto, a retired family physician who practiced in the Urbanna area for 33 years, is a history buff with a special interest in Middlesex County history.
Businesses choose locations based on more than a building or a piece of land. Owners consider access to customers, workers, suppliers and services, along with community partnerships and a quality of life that helps employees put down roots. Calvert County offers these advantages in Southern Maryland, with connections to regional markets, a skilled workforce and resources to help businesses start, grow and succeed. With the county’s new Economic Development Strategic Plan implementation launching this year, those resources focused on workforce, site readiness and support for existing businesses.
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...
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
WOODBRIDGE, Va. (7News) — Chicken dumplings, ceviche, cinnamon banana oatmeal muffins, and waffles were some of the items Prince William County students and their families sampled on Thursday. The goal: help shape what students will see on their lunch menu next year. Prince William County Public Schools held its...
THE SHAPERS · PROFILE Lester Davis, Gov. Wes Moore’s right hand, steps in as interim CEO of Maryland’s startup-funding engine. On Thursday, the board of the Maryland Technology Development Corporation, better known as TEDCO, named Lester Davis its interim chief executive. He starts November 27, taking over from Troy LeMaile-Stovall, who has led the agency since 2020 and stays through November 26. The board says it will now run a search for a permanent CEO, which makes Davis, for the moment, the person in charge of keeping the lights on and the checks moving. Until now, Davis was the governor’s The post The Chief of Staff Becomes the Chief appeared first on TANTV .
BALTIMORE, Md. (7News) — Three members of Gov. Wes Moore’s Cabinet are leaving their roles, with interim leaders taking over Friday as the state begins searching for permanent replacements, the governor's office announced. Secretary of State Susan Lee is leaving for personal reasons after 24 years in Maryland...
Maryland write-in candidate Tonya Sweat has challenged the reporting of unofficial election results in the Prince George’s County executive race after the state’s election website showed her with zero votes, despite several voters saying they wrote her name on their ballots. “Our system is broken, and they will...
