In the late 2000s, the outlook for blue crabs in the Chesapeake Bay was grim. Known for its ups and downs, the blue crab harvest…
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Alumna Destiny Morgan ’15 Earns CSM Distinguished Alumni Award; Embraces ‘Each One, Teach One’
By The Citizen on June 19, 2024
“My [CSM] teachers, with their unwavering enthusiasm and flexibility, supported me wholeheartedly as I juggled full-time schooling and a demanding job.” La Plata resident and…
Dog & Cat Adoption Fees Waived at the St. Mary’s County Animal Adoption & Resource Center for the Remainder of June 2024 – 87 Animals Available
By The Citizen on June 17, 2024
The St. Mary’s County Animal Adoption & Resources Center has announced that all dog and cat adoption fees will be waived through June 30, 2024.…
7th District Dog Park Now Open, Work Currently Underway for 5th District Park and Dorsey Park!
By The Citizen on June 17, 2024
We are so excited to open the much anticipate new dog park at 7th District Park! The dog park features two separate areas – one…
St. Mary’s County: Time to Register for Summer Camps & School Age Care!
By The Citizen on June 11, 2024
St. Mary’s County Government’s Department of Recreation & Parks announced the opening of registration for Summer Fun Camps and School Age Care programs for the…
Drayden African American Schoolhouse Offering Open Houses for Juneteenth
By The Citizen on June 10, 2024
St. Mary’s County Government’s Museum Division, in partnership with the Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions (UCAC), will be offering free open houses for visitors and…
Sports Wagering Only Contributes Nearly $7 Million to the State During May 2024
By The Citizen on June 10, 2024
Maryland’s sports wagering market generated $6,991,225 in contributions to the state from a handle of $431,528,137 during May 2024. Sports wagering contributions go to the…
SMECO Awards Scholarships for 2024 High School Seniors
By The Citizen on June 9, 2024
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) has awarded four scholarships for 2024 to high school seniors who live in the cooperative’s service area. Recipients receive awards…
Maryland Department of Health announces first reported heat-related death of 2024
By The Citizen on June 9, 2024
The Maryland Department of Health today announced the first reported heat-related death of 2024 in Maryland. The death occurred in Prince George’s County; the decedent…
St. Mary’s County Woman Hits $190,383 Jackpot in Her First Time Playing FAST PLAY Game
By The Citizen on June 7, 2024
In an exciting turn of events, a first-time player from La Plata struck gold in a FAST PLAY game, winning a whopping $190,383 progressive jackpot prize. The…
Free Admission for Dads on Father’s Day at St. Mary’s County Museums
By The Citizen on June 7, 2024
On Father’s Day, June 16, 2024, St. Clement’s Island Museum in Colton’s Point and Piney Point Lighthouse Museum in Piney Point, will offer free museum…
Future Challenges, Opportunities Discussed at Naval Aviation 3-Star Summit
By The Citizen on June 7, 2024
The stars were out for over 200 attendees May 29 at the Naval Aviation 3-Star Summit in Lexington Park, Maryland. The evening’s theme was “Advancing…
Governor Moore Signs Executive Order to Advance Maryland’s Pollution Reduction Plan
By The Citizen on June 7, 2024
Governor Wes Moore signed an executive order to advance Maryland’s Climate Pollution Reduction Plan. The order—one of the most comprehensive on climate change issued by a…
St. Mary’s County Administrator, David Weiskopf Recognized as Public Servant of the Year by the Chamber of Commerce
By The Citizen on June 5, 2024
St. Mary’s County Government (SMCG) is proud to announce that County Administrator, David Weiskopf was recognized as the Public Servant of the Year by the…
St. Mary Catholic Church, Newport Celebrates 350 Years
By The Citizen on June 5, 2024
St. Mary Catholic Church, Newport is celebrating a significant milestone in 2024: 350 years since its founding in 1674. It is the third oldest continuously…