This past weekend, several members of the Tenth District Volunteer Fire Department traveled to South Bend, Indiana to receive recognition for rescuing two civilians trapped…
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Southern Maryland Weather Alert for June 10, 2021
By The Citizen on June 10, 2021
Because of the slow motion and ample moisture in the atmosphere, storms may drop 2 to 4 inches of rain in a short period of…
Maryland Spring Turkey Hunters Harvest 3,910 Turkeys
By The Citizen on June 8, 2021
Maryland hunters harvested 3,910 wild turkeys during the spring 2021 regular and junior turkey seasons, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources reported. This year’s harvest…
Maryland State Police Announce Reaccreditation Site Visit
By The Citizen on June 7, 2021
The Maryland State Police is scheduled for a virtual site-based assessment from Monday, June 14 to Thursday, June 17. The Department will undergo assessment by…
UPDATE: Man Found Guilty of Home Invasion and Kidnapping of Waldorf Woman
By The Citizen on June 4, 2021
UPDATE: 6/4/2021: Tony Covington, State’s Attorney for Charles County, announced that on Thursday, June 3, 2021, a Charles County jury, after a 7-day trial and…
National Weather Service Issues Severe Thunderstorm Warnings and Watch for Southern Maryland
By The Citizen on June 4, 2021
On Friday, June 4, 2021, at 1:00 p.m., the National Weather service issued the following weather updates. Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 9:00 p.m. for CALVERT,…
SMECO Awards Four Scholarships to High School Seniors
By The Citizen on June 4, 2021
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) has awarded four scholarships for 2021 to high school seniors who live in the Cooperative’s service area. Scholarships are based…
Maryland Reports Under 100 New COVID-19 Cases for First Time Since March 25, 2020
By The Citizen on June 2, 2021
Today, for the first time since March 25, 2020, the State of Maryland is reporting under 100 new confirmed cases of COVID-19. This is another major milestone…
U.S. Marshals Bring Expertise to Attorney General’s New Effort to Reduce Violent Crime
By The Citizen on June 1, 2021
“Today, we renew our commitment to reducing violent crime and building strong communities where all Americans are safe,” said Attorney General Garland. “The Deputy Attorney…
Atlantic Hurricane Season Begins June 1, 2021
By The Citizen on May 30, 2021
This year’s Atlantic hurricane season starts June 1, 2021, and goes through Nov. 30, 2021. Being aware and being prepared can make a significant difference…
Governor Hogan and State Tourism Officials Encourage Travelers to Visit Maryland This Summer
By The Citizen on May 30, 2021
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.…
Five Maryland State Police Aviation Personnel Recognized for Statewide Safety Efforts
By The Citizen on May 29, 2021
Five members of the Maryland State Police Aviation Command were recognized this week for their efforts to promote safety during the height of the Covid-19…
Maryland State Police To Target Impaired, Aggressive, Distracted Drivers Over Memorial Day Weekend
By The Citizen on May 27, 2021
With traffic expected to surge this Memorial Day weekend, additional Maryland state troopers will be on patrol and using a variety of initiatives to keep…
Maryland License-Free Fishing Days Offered in June and July
By The Citizen on May 24, 2021
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announces upcoming license-free fishing days for 2021 on June 5, June 12, and July 4 — a free option to explore…
Governor Hogan Signs 226 Bills Including Major Legislation to Legalize Sports Betting, Mental Health Training for Veterans
By The Citizen on May 24, 2021
Governor Larry Hogan signed into law HB 940, major legislation to legalize sports betting in the State of Maryland. It is one of 226 measures…