The Southern Maryland Chronicle’s week-in-review for April 5-11, 2025, highlights a range of developments across Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties, showcasing the region’s focus on community engagement and progress. From local government actions to cultural events, the week brought stories that reflect Southern Maryland’s efforts to address public needs while fostering unity, according to the Chronicle’s latest report.
Residents saw updates on infrastructure projects, public safety initiatives, and environmental efforts, alongside celebrations of local achievements in education and the arts. These stories, spanning from La Plata to Solomons, underscore the region’s commitment to balancing growth with its deep-rooted heritage. The Chronicle’s roundup provides a snapshot of a vibrant week, keeping Southern Marylanders informed on issues shaping their communities.
Calvert County
Huntingtown Man Sentenced in Abuse Case: Daniel Phillip Coulson, a 40-year-old Huntingtown resident, was sentenced to 20 years in prison on April 11, 2025, for sexually abusing a minor, as announced by the Calvert County Circuit Court. Judge Mark W. Carmean handed down the sentence, which includes five years of supervised probation upon release and mandates lifetime registration as a sex offender… Read More
Charles County
Waldorf Woman Missing, Boyfriend Held by ICE: The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the disappearance of Lesbia Mileth Ramirez Guerra, a 23-year-old Waldorf resident last seen on March 31, 2025, at her Adams Court home. Reported missing by her boyfriend on April 2, Guerra’s case has taken a suspicious turn, with authorities now suspecting foul play due to unusual activity observed at her residence the following day. Detectives are urging the public to come forward with any information that could help locate her… Read More
St. Mary’s County
Students Test Drone in St. Mary’s Ryken Partnership: A team of students from St. Mary’s Ryken High School successfully completed and tested their first drone, the OA-2E Phoenix UAS, on March 27, 2025, as part of a groundbreaking partnership with Offshore Aviation Group (OAG) and OffshoreUAS. The functional check flight took place at OAG’s test facility in Valley Lee, marking a milestone for the student group Knightwerks and highlighting the school’s innovative approach to STEM education… Read More
State of Maryland
House, Senate ratify budget compromise on final day: Passing a budget took longer than usual this year. This time, however, it was ongoing federal budget cuts and a congressional debate over spending that dragged on and had fiscal leaders making corrections in real time… Read More
