Governor Larry Hogan joined the Maryland Department of Commerce Office of Tourism to encourage Maryland travelers to reconnect and recharge in the State of Maryland.…
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St. Mary’s County Health Department Achieves National Accreditation
By The Citizen on May 26, 2021
The St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) has achieved national accreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). PHAB is the nonprofit organization that administers…
St. Mary’s County, Tuesday, May 25, 2021, Commissioner Meeting Rollup
By The Citizen on May 26, 2021
The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County held a joint meeting with St. Mary’s Metropolitan Commission (MetCom) Tuesday, May 25, 2021, in the Chesapeake Building in…
CSM Commemorates 62nd Spring Commencement During May 14 Virtual Graduation Ceremony and Watch Party
By The Citizen on May 20, 2021
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) celebrated 466 candidates for 480 associate degrees and 271 certificates during its 62nd Spring Commencement Ceremony, held May 14.…
Governor Hogan Announces $192.9 Million in Additional Emergency Rental Assistance Awards to Local Jurisdictions
By The Citizen on May 20, 2021
Governor Larry Hogan announced an additional $192.9 million in funding has been awarded to local governments and service providers through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program.…
Governor Hogan Announces End of Statewide Mask Mandate
By The Citizen on May 14, 2021
Governor Larry Hogan today announced the end of the statewide mask mandate, aligning Maryland with new CDC guidance. This order will take effect Saturday, May…
St. Mary’s County Public Schools Partner with Health Department on High School Prom Activities
By The Citizen on May 14, 2021
On May 15, 2021, St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS), in partnership with St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD), will provide support to all prom…
Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Now Available for Ages 12 & Older
By The Citizen on May 13, 2021
Following authorization from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for use of Pfizer vaccine to include adolescents 12 through 15 years of age, the St.…
Governor Hogan Lifts Capacity Limits on Indoor and Outdoor Venues, All Remaining Restrictions on Indoor and Outdoor Dining As of Saturday, May 15
By The Citizen on May 13, 2021
Statewide Indoor Mask Mandate To Be Lifted After 70% of Adults Receive Vaccine; Following CDC Approval, Vaccinations for Adolescents to Begin Tomorrow; Maryland Department of…
Maryland Reports Lowest Number of COVID-19 Cases Since Last July, Hospitalizations Fall Under 800
By The Citizen on May 10, 2021
The State of Maryland’s key health metrics continue to improve across the board, as today the state is reporting the lowest number of new COVID-19…
Pop-Up COVID-19 Testing & Vaccine Event at Lexington Park Library
By The Citizen on May 10, 2021
The Maryland Department of Health COVID-19 Testing Taskforce, in partnership with the St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) and St. Mary’s County Library will host…
New School-Based Health Centers in St. Mary’s County Recognized by State Commission and Awarded $650,000 Grant to Address Health Equity
By The Citizen on May 4, 2021
The St. Mary’s County Equity Task Force is pleased to announce official state recognition of the two new school-based health centers (SBHCs) in the county,…
Effective Immediately, Naval District Washington Returns to Health Protection Condition Bravo / Bravo Plus
By The Citizen on May 2, 2021
Installations under Bravo include Naval Support Activity Bethesda, Naval Support Activity Washington, Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Naval Support Activity South Potomac while Naval Support…
Governor Hogan Statement on State Board of Education Vote to Require Full In-Person Learning for 2021-22 School Year
By The Citizen on April 28, 2021
Governor Larry Hogan issued the following statement welcoming the Maryland State Board of Education’s unanimous vote requiring Maryland school systems to offer full in-person learning…
St. Mary’s County April 27, 2021 Commissioner Meeting Rollup
By The Citizen on April 28, 2021
The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County held their regular business meeting Tuesday, April 27, 2021, in the Chesapeake Building in Leonardtown. The Commissioners recognized important…