A Maryland Lottery player from Southern Maryland recently topped his personal best Lottery win of $500 by a factor of 100, claiming a $50,000 top…
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226 Fallen Firefighters to be Honored at NASCAR Xfinity Series Race in Daytona, August 2024
By The Citizen on May 9, 2024
Release and all photos taken by and thanks to Whelen, NASCAR, and Richard Childress Racing: We were extremely proud and honored to bring so many…
Report Dolphin Sightings and Help Scientists with Chesapeake Bay Research
By The Citizen on May 7, 2024
Thousands of residents and visitors with their eyes on the water have helped scientists understand when bottlenose dolphins are visiting the Chesapeake Bay. Are you…
St. Mary’s County Farmers Markets Open for the 2024 Season!
By The Citizen on May 6, 2024
St. Mary’s County is home to three county-sponsored farmers markets, where you can shop for fresh produce, locally raised meats and seafood, flowers, baked goods,…
K9 Taylor Joins the Office of the State Fire Marshal
By The Citizen on April 29, 2024
When K9 Sky retired in March, she probably hoped she could kick back and take it easy, but little did she know she would turn…
St. Mary’s County Annual Men’s Health Day Announced: Free Screenings, Info & More! Sat, June 2st, 2024
By The Citizen on April 25, 2024
St. Mary’s County Government’s Department of Aging & Human Services invites the community to join in celebrating Men’s Health Month this June! Their annual Men’s…
St. Mary’s County Couple Takes Home Third-Tier Powerball Prize
By The Citizen on April 12, 2024
A jackpot-chasing couple from Southern Maryland missed a huge jackpot by one number in the Powerball drawing on Saturday, April 6. However, the fun-loving players…
State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling Announces Plans for 40th Annual Project Graduation
By The Citizen on April 9, 2024
State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling proudly announces plans for the 40th Annual Project Graduation to celebrate the St. Mary’s County Class of 2024 high school graduates.…
Maryland Natural Resources Police Honors Officers at Annual Awards Ceremony
By The Citizen on April 9, 2024
The Maryland Natural Resources Police held its annual award ceremony to recognize the achievements made by conservation law enforcement officers and civilians in 2023. The…
Leadership Maryland Announces Emerging Leader Program Inaugural Class
By The Citizen on April 4, 2024
Leadership Maryland, the statewide nonprofit offering professional development programs dedicated to building a better Maryland by harnessing the strength of its business and community leaders,…
St. Mary’s County Native Rachel LaBatt Returning as Finalist for Miss Maryland USA 2024 as Miss St. Mary’s County
By The Citizen on March 25, 2024
St. Mary’s County native, Rachel LaBatt is excited to announce she is returning as a finalist for Miss Maryland USA 2024, as Miss St Mary’s…
No Injuries Reported After Shed Fire Mechanicsville
By The Citizen on March 22, 2024
On Thursday, March 21, 2024, at approximately 2:15 p.m., firefighters from Mechanicsville, Hollywood, Leonardtown, Newburg, and Hughesville responded to the 29000 block of Rollins Lane…
St. Mary’s County Man Wins $50,000 on Powerball Ticket
By The Citizen on March 21, 2024
HVAC worker plays game regardless of jackpot size Powerball fan James Stogner of St. Mary’s County buys a ticket for practically every drawing and saw…
Chesapeake Oyster Alliance Celebrates 6 Billion Oysters Added To The Bay Since 2017
By The Citizen on March 18, 2024
Following a banner year for Chesapeake Bay oyster restoration and aquaculture, the Chesapeake Oyster Alliance (COA) this week announced it has recorded a new total of 6…
Governor Moore Announces $13.5 Million in Grants to Improve Behavioral Health Crisis Services Across the State
By The Citizen on March 10, 2024
Governor Wes Moore announced that the Maryland Department of Health awarded $13.5 million in grants to 19 jurisdictions across the state to help promote health…