Schools

‘Getting Southern Maryland Back to Work’ Initiative Meets with Industry Leaders; Begins Addressing Employment Crisis Created by COVID-19

Town Halls meetings were held for leaders from healthcare, retail/hospitality, construction and professional services industries – all considered essential trades during the pandemic and all largely reshaped by COVID-19..

Community

Maryland Agriculture Education Foundation Announces Winners of Annual Calendar Contest: “Ag Tag” Edition

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the approval of the Maryland agricultural license plate, which supports MAEF programs, this year’s calendar has been dubbed the “Ag Tag” edition..

Health & Wellness

CalvertHealth Names Hedderich as AVP for Quality

Nearly 25 years of experience in health care including 12 years in leadership positions, will oversee the medical center’s quality and patient safety efforts..

Schools

Preparing for Virtual Learning live online webinar & technical assistance hosted by Calvert County Public Schools

Families can join the webinar on Tuesday, September 1, at 6:00 PM using the links provided..

Crime

Six Charged with Striped Bass Violations Following Investigation

The investigation began in October 2019 in response to tips received by concerned citizens..

Accidents & Traffic

Calvert County Speed Camera Advisory

The automated speed enforcement cameras will be activated throughout the county at various locations approved for enforcement on Monday, August 31, 2020..

Community

Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department Announces Passing of Firefighter Dylan Smith

This treatment requires testing of the tumor, 4-6 weeks to create the vaccine, a ten day stay in Germany and two years of traveling to Germany every two months to receive the injection..

Accidents & Traffic

Stay Up-To-Date On Road Closures Near You

Reported roads closed in St. Mary's County..

Economy & Business

SMECO Holds 82nd Annual Meeting

More than 11,000 Vote in Election.

Government & Politics

General Election Mail-in Ballot Applications Mailed to Calvert Citizens

Application must be received by Tuesday, Oct. 20.

Community

Self Service Sandbags Available in Calvert County

Residents can stop by to fill bags from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. County staff will not be available to assist at this time..

Courts

WANTED: Calvert County Sheriff's Office Seeking Whereabouts of Scotwyn Baine Plater Sr.

The subject is wanted for VOP: Drug Distribution..

Government & Politics, Fire & Rescue

Maryland Delegation Members Announce Nearly $580,000 in Federal Funding for Fire Fighters in Southern Maryland

$576,562.77 total in federal funding for firefighters and first responders in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s Counties..

Crime

Calvert County Sheriff's Office Crime Blotter

During the week of August 17 – August 23 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,228 calls for service throughout the community..

Accidents & Traffic

Police Investigating Fatal Collision Involving Motorcyclist in Chesapeake Beach

Speed and failure to drive right of center appear to be contributing factors to this collision..

Government & Politics

Amy Lawson Appointed Director of Technology Services in Calvert County

“Amy’s diverse background, with a number of key leadership positions, makes her an outstanding fit for this role,” said BOCC President Kelly McConkey..

Community

Calvert Library Prince Frederick Announces Limited in-Building Service Beginning August 31

In order to maximize the number of customers who can take advantage of library services, customers will be asked to keep their visit to an hour or less..

Real Estate, Community

August Housing Market Update: Calvert County’s Active Listings Are At A 10-Year Low

Out of the three counties that comprise Southern Maryland, the Calvert County housing market appears to be the most stable..