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New Program Manager Takes Charge at Navy’s Common Aviation Support Equipment Program Office

New Program Manager Takes Charge at Navy’s Common Aviation Support Equipment Program Office

May 30, 2023May 29, 2023

Feds: Inflation continued to rise in April

May 30, 2023May 29, 2023

SoMD Pets in Need

May 30, 2023April 25, 2023

St. Mary’s School Board Appoints Director of Safety and Security and Announces Administrative Transfer

May 30, 2023May 29, 2023

Chesapeake Life Center to Offer In-Person and Virtual Grief Support Groups for Adults

May 30, 2023May 29, 2023

12th Annual Dragon Boat Festival to Raise Funds and Awareness for Food Insecurity in Southern Maryland

May 30, 2023May 29, 2023

T.C. Martin goes to war — the Penny and Lemonade varieties

T.C. Martin goes to war — the Penny and Lemonade varieties

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 30, 2023

CCPS Class of 2023 Honored with Outdoor Graduation Ceremonies

CCPS Class of 2023 Honored with Outdoor Graduation Ceremonies

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 30, 2023

St. Mary’s Arts Council Spotlight on the Arts for June 2023: Sheryl-Marie Dunaway

St. Mary’s Arts Council Spotlight on the Arts for June 2023: Sheryl-Marie Dunaway

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 30, 2023

Suspect in Waldorf Shooting Case Apprehended, Charged as Adult with Attempted Murder

Suspect in Waldorf Shooting Case Apprehended, Charged as Adult with Attempted Murder

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 26, 2023

Destination Southern Maryland Celebrates National Heritage Area Designation, Boosting Economic Benefits

Destination Southern Maryland Celebrates National Heritage Area Designation, Boosting Economic Benefits

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 26, 2023

Third-Grader Azeez Akindele Triumphs in Billingsley Elementary School’s Inaugural Spelling Bee

Third-Grader Azeez Akindele Triumphs in Billingsley Elementary School’s Inaugural Spelling Bee

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 26, 2023

Two Arrested in Mechanicsville Homicide: Suspects Charged with Murder

Two Arrested in Mechanicsville Homicide: Suspects Charged with Murder

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 25, 2023

Patrol Officer Discovers Loaded Firearm in Vehicle During Waldorf Traffic Stop

Patrol Officer Discovers Loaded Firearm in Vehicle During Waldorf Traffic Stop

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 25, 2023

Latest NEws

Southern Maryland Churches Mobilize for Prayerful Outreach Events: Church Walk Out and CommUNITY Prayer Walk 2023

May 30, 2023May 29, 2023

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Introduces New Ford Explorer Police Cruisers for Enhanced Traffic Safety Efforts

May 30, 2023May 29, 2023

Emotional ceremony celebrates newest national heritage area in Md.

May 30, 2023May 29, 2023

FBI Increases Reward for Capturing Ten Most Wanted Fugitives

May 30, 2023May 29, 2023

Community

Naming Ceremony: Fallen Heroes Bridge Dedicated to Mayor Gerald Wesley Donovan

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 25, 2023May 24, 2023

Olivia and Liam Retain Top Spots as America’s Favorite Baby Names in 2022

Olivia and Liam Retain Top Spots as America’s Favorite Baby Names in 2022

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 24, 2023May 23, 2023

Report Reveals Foster Care Trends for Older Children in the US: Achievements and Gaps Remain

Report Reveals Foster Care Trends for Older Children in the US: Achievements and Gaps Remain

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 19, 2023May 18, 2023

Government

Charles County Releases 2022 Annual Report and Year in Review Video, Highlighting Accomplishments and Milestones

Charles County Releases 2022 Annual Report and Year in Review Video, Highlighting Accomplishments and Milestones

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 26, 2023May 25, 2023

Board of County Commissioners Announce Charter Board Appointments and Approvals at May 24 Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Announce Charter Board Appointments and Approvals at May 24 Meeting

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 25, 2023May 25, 2023

Maryland top prosecutor joins lawsuit against robocall company

Maryland top prosecutor joins lawsuit against robocall company

by The Center Square May 25, 2023May 24, 2023

Schools

CSM Associate Vice President Ellen Flowers-Fields Appointed Vice President of CSM’s Division of Continuing Education and Workforce Development

CSM Associate Vice President Ellen Flowers-Fields Appointed Vice President of CSM’s Division of Continuing Education and Workforce Development

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 26, 2023May 25, 2023

Multiple Incidents of Student Misconduct Unfold in Charles County Schools

Multiple Incidents of Student Misconduct Unfold in Charles County Schools

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 25, 2023May 24, 2023

Two New Administrative Appointments Announced for Charles County Public Schools

Two New Administrative Appointments Announced for Charles County Public Schools

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 24, 2023May 23, 2023

Sports

Blue Crabs Suffer Narrow Defeat to York Revolution in Thrilling Match

Blue Crabs Suffer Narrow Defeat to York Revolution in Thrilling Match

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 25, 2023May 25, 2023

Five Members of AACC Women’s Lacrosse National Championship Team Named All-Americans

Five Members of AACC Women’s Lacrosse National Championship Team Named All-Americans

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 25, 2023May 24, 2023

Blue Crabs Show Consistency with Explosive Offense in Third Straight Win

Blue Crabs Show Consistency with Explosive Offense in Third Straight Win

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 24, 2023May 24, 2023

Crime

Patrol Officers Recover Stolen KIA Vehicle in Waldorf

Patrol Officers Recover Stolen KIA Vehicle in Waldorf

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 26, 2023May 26, 2023

PGPD Partners with U.S. Marshals in Search for Teenage Attempted Murder Suspect; Combined Reward of Up to $12,500

PGPD Partners with U.S. Marshals in Search for Teenage Attempted Murder Suspect; Combined Reward of Up to $12,500

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 26, 2023May 25, 2023

Stolen Cars Lead to Arrests in Waldorf Crime Spree, Unveiling Network of Suspects

Stolen Cars Lead to Arrests in Waldorf Crime Spree, Unveiling Network of Suspects

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 23, 2023May 23, 2023

Health

Calvert County Raises $143,000 for Hospice of the Chesapeake at 10th Annual Culinary Event

Calvert County Raises $143,000 for Hospice of the Chesapeake at 10th Annual Culinary Event

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 26, 2023May 25, 2023

Black population accounts for over 1 million excess deaths in last two decades, study finds

Black population accounts for over 1 million excess deaths in last two decades, study finds

by Southern Maryland Chronicle News Desk May 24, 2023May 23, 2023

Suicide, It’s Time We All Talk About It. Now!

Suicide, It’s Time We All Talk About It. Now!

by Sal Icaza May 23, 2023May 22, 2023

Auto

Auto Club Expects to Provide Roadside Assistance to Over 483,000 Nationwide as Travel Continues to Rebound and Americans Take a ‘Great American Road Trip’

Auto Club Expects to Provide Roadside Assistance to Over 483,000 Nationwide as Travel Continues to Rebound and Americans Take a ‘Great American Road Trip’

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 25, 2023May 25, 2023

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Enhances Traffic Safety Measures Along Route 235 Corridor

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Enhances Traffic Safety Measures Along Route 235 Corridor

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 25, 2023May 24, 2023

Slow Down, Stay Alert and Use Seat Belts to Help Keep Yourself and Others Safe

Slow Down, Stay Alert and Use Seat Belts to Help Keep Yourself and Others Safe

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 25, 2023May 24, 2023

Maryland Expects Increase in Memorial Day Travel, but Still Below Pre-Pandemic Levels

Maryland Expects Increase in Memorial Day Travel, but Still Below Pre-Pandemic Levels

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 24, 2023May 24, 2023

Marylanders Reminded to ‘Be the Buckled Up Driver’ to Protect Themselves and Others

Marylanders Reminded to ‘Be the Buckled Up Driver’ to Protect Themselves and Others

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 23, 2023May 23, 2023

Motor Vehicle Collision in Loveville Leaves One Injured, Investigation Underway

Motor Vehicle Collision in Loveville Leaves One Injured, Investigation Underway

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 23, 2023May 22, 2023

SoMD Arts and Entertainment

Drum Camp 2023: Unleash Your Drumming Skills with Renowned Artists

Drum Camp 2023: Unleash Your Drumming Skills with Renowned Artists

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 24, 2023May 24, 2023

Town of Leonardtown and Port of Leonardtown Winery Present The Lucky Few in Concert

Town of Leonardtown and Port of Leonardtown Winery Present The Lucky Few in Concert

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 24, 2023May 23, 2023

Photography Show Featuring Michael Montillo Opens In June 2023

Photography Show Featuring Michael Montillo Opens In June 2023

by St. Mary's Arts Council May 24, 2023May 23, 2023

Charles Co Juneteenth Foundation Celebrates Freedom and Empowers Communities at Annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration

Charles Co Juneteenth Foundation Celebrates Freedom and Empowers Communities at Annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 19, 2023May 18, 2023

Food Truck Festival and Classic Car Show Coming to St. Charles Towne Center

Food Truck Festival and Classic Car Show Coming to St. Charles Towne Center

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 19, 2023May 18, 2023

CCYO’s Annual Spring Concert to showcase young musical talent

CCYO’s Annual Spring Concert to showcase young musical talent

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 10, 2023May 9, 2023

Pets

First Meerkat Birth in 16 Years Delights Smithsonian National Zoo

First Meerkat Birth in 16 Years Delights Smithsonian National Zoo

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 25, 2023May 24, 2023

Beagle Rescue of Southern Maryland’s Dog of the Week: Meet Buster, the Charming Canine in Search of a Home

Beagle Rescue of Southern Maryland’s Dog of the Week: Meet Buster, the Charming Canine in Search of a Home

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 25, 2023May 24, 2023

Grizzley the Mastiff Mix: Pets in Need in Southern Maryland Offers Financial Assistance for Heartworm Treatment

Grizzley the Mastiff Mix: Pets in Need in Southern Maryland Offers Financial Assistance for Heartworm Treatment

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 23, 2023May 22, 2023

BusinesS

Southern Maryland Housing Market Missing Inventory Amid Spring Market

Southern Maryland Housing Market Missing Inventory Amid Spring Market

by Southern Maryland Association of Realtors May 24, 2023May 24, 2023

Maryland Sees Record-Low Unemployment Rate of 2.5% as State Adds 8,000 Jobs in April

Maryland Sees Record-Low Unemployment Rate of 2.5% as State Adds 8,000 Jobs in April

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 24, 2023May 23, 2023

Maryland Sportsbooks Contribute $3.8 Million to State in April 2023

Maryland Sportsbooks Contribute $3.8 Million to State in April 2023

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 18, 2023May 17, 2023

FOod & Drink

Maryland Department of Agriculture Promotes Maryland Crab Meat and True Blue Program

Maryland Department of Agriculture Promotes Maryland Crab Meat and True Blue Program

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 30, 2023May 29, 2023

SoMD Chronicle Recipe of the Week: Dial up Flavor with Summer Favorites

SoMD Chronicle Recipe of the Week: Dial up Flavor with Summer Favorites

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor April 21, 2023April 21, 2023

Calvert County Farmers Markets Seek Producers

Calvert County Farmers Markets Seek Producers

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor April 19, 2023April 19, 2023

Home & Garden

St. Mary’s Health Department to Begin Limited 2023 Seasonal Perc Testing

St. Mary’s Health Department to Begin Limited 2023 Seasonal Perc Testing

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor February 24, 2023February 23, 2023

FTC Order Requires HomeAdvisor to Pay Up To $7.2 Million and Stop Deceptively Marketing its Leads for Home Improvement Projects

FTC Order Requires HomeAdvisor to Pay Up To $7.2 Million and Stop Deceptively Marketing its Leads for Home Improvement Projects

by Southern Maryland Chronicle News Desk January 26, 2023January 26, 2023

Preventing Dams From Damaging Your Property: 6 Maintenance Tips to Follow

Preventing Dams From Damaging Your Property: 6 Maintenance Tips to Follow

by Allen Brown January 3, 2023January 16, 2023

Outdoors

Maryland Fishing Report for Friday, May 25, 2023

Maryland Fishing Report for Friday, May 25, 2023

by Maryland Department of Natural Resources May 26, 2023May 25, 2023

St. Mary’s Tackle Box Fishing Report for Tuesday, May 23, 2023

St. Mary’s Tackle Box Fishing Report for Tuesday, May 23, 2023

by Ken Lamb, The Tackle Box May 23, 2023May 23, 2023

Maryland Fishing Report for Friday, May 19, 2023

Maryland Fishing Report for Friday, May 19, 2023

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 19, 2023May 18, 2023

Environment

Outdoors could be key to improving post-pandemic learning

Outdoors could be key to improving post-pandemic learning

by Capital News Service May 24, 2023May 23, 2023

Department of Defense Under Fire for Insufficient Cleanup Efforts at Contaminated Military Sites

Department of Defense Under Fire for Insufficient Cleanup Efforts at Contaminated Military Sites

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 24, 2023May 23, 2023

Maryland Board of Public Works Approves 24 New Agricultural Preservation Easements

Maryland Board of Public Works Approves 24 New Agricultural Preservation Easements

by David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor May 23, 2023May 23, 2023

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