Home & Garden

METCOM Sanitary Sewer Smoke Testing Program To Begin

Starting Tuesday, October 12, 2021 through October 15, 2021, the Metropolitan Commission will be smoke testing public sanitary sewer lines in the Forrest Run and Patuxent Park West subdivisions..

Home & Garden, Community

Emergency Rental Assistance Grant Funds Still Available To Help Calvert County Residents

Calvert County residents who have been financially affected by the pandemic may be eligible for current and future rental or utility help through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program..

Home & Garden

Dining Room Sets You Won't Want to Miss

Tips on finding exactly what you need for your dining area..

Home & Garden

What Do Plumbers Use to Unblock Drains?

A look into a plumber’s arsenal of tools used to clear drain blockages..

Home & Garden, Community

Mold Infestation And Plumbing Problems Pushing Family From Their Apartment

Daniel Humpleby, his wife and two children are currently living in a mold-infested apartment at Patuxent Crossing, and they are struggling to get help..

Home & Garden, Community

St. Mary’s Government Says Land Surveyor Was Using An Expired License; Approximately 50 Projects Impacted

It has come to the County’s attention that the license of Property Line Surveyor Jerry D. Nokleby has been expired since January 5, 2019. Mr. Nokleby did survey work as VARC, L.L.C. d/b/a Nokleby Surveying, Inc., neither of which is in good standing.

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300 Beds Built! Local Nonprofit Helping Kids “Sleep In Heavenly Peace”

300 Beds Built! Local Nonprofit Helping Kids “Sleep In Heavenly Peace”.

Home & Garden, Outdoors

Seasonal Elements Works To Make Backyards A Space To Remember

Backyards are often a neglected area in many homes but can add immense value to a property..

Economy & Business, Home & Garden

MetCom Announces New Utility Location Partnership

To assist in these important location services, the Metropolitan Commission is pleased to announce a new partnership with Pro Comm Engineering & Locating Services beginning July 1, 2021..

Home & Garden, Community

Local Shop Two Hens Feed, Seeds & Bees Building Sold; Owner Seeking Community’s Help

For the past four years, Monique Cronk has passionately served her community through her shop Two Hens Feed, Seeds & Bees..

Home & Garden, Community

Open For Business – Andrea Carroll Keeps Family Legacy Alive

Carroll’s Equipment opened for business in the dark depths of the Great Depression..

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Celebrating Spring with the 23rd Annual Sotterley Garden Guild Plant Sale

The popularity of this event continues to grow, and we invite you to revel in the wonders of springtime while supporting Sotterley’s beautiful gardens!.

Home & Garden, Community

Fourth Generation Here To Help At Dyson Building Supply

If you’re planning a spring home improvement project, you may find yourself suffering from a bad case of sticker shock. COVID-19 has triggered high prices and shortages for items like lumber, shingles, and insulation..

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Patuxent Habitat For Humanity’s Women To Build Organization's 21st New Home

Patuxent Habitat for Humanity, located on Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, and Lowe’s Home Improvement Store are partnering up to raise awareness of the global need for safe and affordable housing for women during International Women Build Week..

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Mulch Loading Starts March 13 in Charles County

Mulch loading will take place on Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. to noon at the Piney Church Facility. Commercial entities are prohibited..

Home & Garden, Community

The Return Of The Brood X Cicadas

After 17 long years, the Brood X cicadas will emerge from the ground and swarm by the millions throughout the majority of the Maryland region..

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Energy efficiency in modern homes more highly prioritised than ever

In recent years - and especially in the last year or so - the interest and investment in sustainability in all aspects of our lives has risen exponentially..

Home & Garden

Kitchen remodeling more popular than ever

Renovating is more popular than ever. This much we know. This is largely due to the fact that renovations and remodeling are designed and intended from the ground up..