CDS Violation: 26-46471 On May 26, 2026, at approximately 6:10 a.m., DFC Brown responded to Solomon's Car Wash, located at 14060 H.G. Trueman Road in Solomons, for a report of a suspicious vehicle. Upon arrival, deputies observed a vehicle with its engine running and the driver passed out in the driver's seat. While approaching the vehicle, deputies noticed blood on the ground near the vehicle, as well as several discarded bloody napkins in the area. Deputies made contact with the driver, identified as Christopher William Walls, 36, of Lusby. During the encounter, deputies observed that Walls had slurred speech, red and bloodshot eyes, disheveled clothing, and a moderate odor of alcohol emanating from his breath. After conducting a series of field sobriety tests, deputies determined that Walls was impaired and unable to safely operate a motor vehicle. Walls advised deputies that a plastic bag inside the vehicle contained mushrooms (psilocybin). A subsequent search of the vehicle reportedly revealed multiple large plastic bags containing suspected psilocybin mushrooms, totaling approximately 470 grams, and suspected cocaine totaling approximately 4.58 grams.  Additional items seized as evidence included a Samsung cell phone, $632 in U.S. currency, a one-dollar bill containing white powder residue, a cut plastic straw with white powder residue, black digital scales with white powder residue, plastic cups, 1,726 black sealable bags labeled “Trippy Wizard”, cigarette cartons, and a package of CBD gummies. Walls was arrested and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center. He was charged with CDS Possession – Not Cannabis, Possession with Intent to Distribute a CDS (Hallucinogen), DWI, DUI, Negligent Driving, Reckless Driving, Possession of CDS Paraphernalia, and Distribution of Narcotics.

CDS Violation: 26-47532 On May 29, 2026, at approximately 3:37 a.m., DFC Campbell conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a traffic violation at the intersection of N. Solomons Island Road and Main Street in Prince Frederick. Contact was made with the vehicle's occupants, and the driver was unable to produce a valid driver's license. S/Dep. Idol and K9 Benji conducted a free-air sniff of the vehicle, during which K9 Benji positively alerted to the odor of narcotics. A subsequent search of the vehicle revealed loose copper strands. A search of a passenger, Heather Lynn Davis, 43, of Prince Frederick, resulted in the discovery of two glass smoking devices containing burnt cocaine residue. Davis was arrested and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center, where she was charged with CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia and CDS: Possession – Not Cannabis.

Damaged Property: 26-46920 On May 27, 2026, Sgt. Robshaw responded to the 3400 block of Lancer Court in Dunkirk for a report of property destruction. The complainant reported that unknown suspect(s) damaged the top panel of the victim’s garage. The estimated value of the damage is $500.00.

Damaged Property: 26-47324 On May 28, 2026, Master Deputy Burgraff responded to the 12900 block of Barreda Boulevard in Lusby for a report of property destruction. The complainant reported that, sometime overnight, an unknown suspect(s) attempted to break into a camper parked in the front yard of the victim’s residence and damaged the lock. The estimated value of damaged property is $22.

Disorderly Conduct: 26-47754 On May 29, 2026, DFC Fleenor responded to the 12000 block of Rousby Hall Road in Lusby for multiple reports of an unresponsive male lying in the roadway. Upon arrival, the individual was identified as Michael Sean Marshall, 40, of Lusby, who was found lying on his back in the middle of Rousby Hall Road without shoes. Marshall was highly intoxicated and became verbally combative with EMS personnel and deputies who were attempting to provide assistance. During the encounter, Marshall spit directly at DFC Fleenor. As deputies placed Marshall under arrest, several nearby residents had gathered outside their homes and witnessed the incident while Marshall continued yelling and causing a disturbance. Marshall was transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with Second-Degree Assault, Disorderly Conduct, and Intoxicated Public Disturbance.

Theft: 26-48352 On May 31, DFC Claggett responded to the 6500 block of 12th Street in Chesapeake Beach for a reported theft. The complainant reported that an unknown suspect(s) stole a reflective pole marker from the victim’s yard. The value of the stolen property is estimated at $25. Theft: 26-47434 On May 28, 2026, DFC Campbell responded to the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office District 2 station located at 30 Church Street in Prince Frederick, for the reported theft. The complainant reported that after dropping her wallet in the PNC Bank parking lot in Prince Frederick, it was found and turned in by an unknown individual. When she retrieved the wallet, she discovered $80 in cash was missing. Nothing else was reported stolen. 

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LA PLATA, MD—Tony Covington, State’s Attorney for Charles County, announced that on Thursday, June 4, 2026, Charles County Circuit Court Judge H. James West sentenced Jason Shawn Smoot, Jr., 20, to 6 years in prison for Robbery. Upon release, Smoot will be on supervised probation for a period of five years. If he violates the terms of his probation, he faces an additional 6 years in prison.

On April 10, 2026, Smoot pleaded guilty to the aforementioned charge.

On September 29, 2025, officers with Charles County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 300 block of Forest Lane in La Plata for the report of an armed robbery. Upon arrival, officers made contact with the victim, who reported that he arranged to sell his PlayStation 5 and accompanying controllers through Facebook Marketplace. The victim was contacted by an individual using a profile later determined to belong to Smoot and agreed to meet for the transaction.

Smoot instructed the victim to go to Palmetto Court in La Plata. When the victim arrived with the PlayStation 5, which was stored in an Under Armour backpack, Smoot grabbed the backpack and brandished a weapon. Fearing for his safety, the victim surrendered his property.

Investigators obtained surveillance footage from a nearby residence that captured the suspect wearing a dark blue hooded sweatshirt, black gym-style shorts, and Jordan Nike shoes, which was consistent with the victim’s description.

Through the course of the investigation, Smoot was identified as a suspect and detectives observed Smoot wearing similar clothes as the suspect of the robbery. He was subsequently apprehended and charged in connection with the robbery.

LEONARDTOWN, MD (June 8, 2026) – On Saturday, June 6, 2026, deputies from the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of a stolen vehicle. The victim reported that his 2025 Ford Bronco had been stolen from his residence in Lexington Park.

Based on GPS tracking data, the vehicle was determined to be in the Loveville area. Deputies later located the Bronco operating near Point Lookout Road and Hollywood Road in Leonardtown and attempted to conduct a traffic stop. The vehicle fled southbound on Point Lookout Road at a high rate of speed.

Deputies pursued the vehicle to the 22000 block of Hanover Drive, where four occupants exited the vehicle and fled on foot.

The Bronco was recovered, and no injuries were reported.

With assistance from witnesses, deputies located and arrested two juveniles in a nearby wooded area. As deputies continued searching the area, a 911 caller reported that a blue Toyota Camry had picked up two individuals matching the descriptions of the outstanding suspects near where the stolen vehicle had been abandoned.

Deputies located the Camry and, following an investigation, determined that two of its occupants were the remaining suspects who fled from the Bronco. One suspect was identified as Deshawn Anthony Carey, 18, of Lexington Park. The second suspect was identified as a juvenile.

Carey was transported to the St. Mary's County Detention and Rehabilitation Center and charged with 11 criminal offenses, including unlawful taking of a motor vehicle, theft of property valued at $25,000 or more but less than $100,000, theft of at least $1500 but less than $25,000, four counts of theft of at least $100 but less than $1500, two counts of theft of less than $100, theft of a credit card and willful and malicious destruction of property.

The three juveniles were referred to the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services. Due to legal protections, juveniles are not publicly identified by law enforcement agencies.

The stolen vehicle was recovered, and no injuries were reported.

The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office thanks the citizen witnesses whose observations and information were instrumental in advancing this investigation.

Anyone with information about criminal activity is encouraged to contact the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office at 301-475-8008 or call 911 in an emergency. Tips may also be submitted anonymously through tip411 by:

• Text 847411: start your message with “SMCSO”, add a space, and then your tip.
• Online: Submit a tip through the Sheriff’s Office website at www.FirstSheriff.com/tips.
• App: Send a tip directly through the SMCSO app. Download the free app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
• Phone: For those who prefer to make a phone call, tips can also be shared through the Crime Solvers line at 301-475-3333.

With Crime Solvers, you never have to give your name. You may be eligible for a cash reward if your information leads to an arrest.

LEONARDTOWN, MD (June 8, 2026) – State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling announced today that Joseph Daren Brooks, Jr., 23, of Lexington Park, Maryland, was sentenced to LIFE in prison for the 2024 murder of a 23-year-old man.

On February 26, 2024, deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of shots fired near Fox Ridge Road and Valley Drive in Lexington Park. Upon arrival, they located an unconscious victim in a vehicle suffering from a gunshot wound to the head. The victim ultimately succumbed to his injuries.

Brooks was convicted by a St. Mary’s County jury of first-degree murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a violent crime, and illegal possession of a regulated firearm by a disqualified person in November 2025 following a five-day trial.

The Court sentenced Brooks to a total sentence of LIFE plus 25 years in prison, with LIFE plus five years of active incarceration.

“Our community has no room for gun violence, especially when a senseless pull of the trigger comes at the cost of a life. While this sentence cannot undo the devastation inflicted on the victim’s family, it guarantees that this dangerous offender is removed from our streets,” said State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling. “My office remains steadfast in our commitment to keeping our community safe, and those who choose to bring deadly violence into St. Mary’s County will spend the rest of their lives answering for it.”

Senior Assistant State’s Attorney Alena Mosier and Assistant State’s Attorney Shaye Reynolds prosecuted the case on behalf of the citizens of St. Mary’s County.

Detective Warren Forinash of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office was the lead investigator.

The Honorable Joseph Stanalonis presided over the case.

LEONARDTOWN, MD – All St. Mary's County Government (SMCG) administrative offices will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Offices will resume normal operating schedules on Monday, June 22, 2026.

The June 19 closure also includes:

• All three St. Mary's County Libraries (Charlotte Hall, Leonardtown, and Lexington Park)
• All three Senior Activity Centers (Garvey, Loffler, and Northern), and there will be no home-delivered meals
• The St. Mary's Transit System (STS)
• Department of Recreation & Parks indoor programs and facilities (exceptions below)
• The Animal Adoption & Resource Center
• The St. Mary’s County Soil Conservation District

The following SMCG operations will be open on June 19:

• The six Convenience Centers (9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
• The St. Andrews Landfill (8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
• Wellness & Aquatics Center (6 a.m. – 12 p.m.)
• St. Clements Island Museum*, Piney Point Lighthouse Museum, and the Old Jail Museum
• The Wicomico Shores Golf Course and Riverview Restaurant

*Note: the St. Clement’s Island Museum is operating on a limited basis due to construction. Additional details can be found at www.stmaryscountymd.gov/pio/docs/2025-163NewsReleaseSCIMuseumConstructionClosure.pdf. More information on water taxi operations is available at www.stmaryscountymd.gov/pio/docs/2026-124NewsReleaseWaterTaxi.pdf. 

The St. Mary’s County Government Museums Division, in partnership with the Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions (UCAC), will offer free open houses at the Drayden African American Schoolhouse and the U.S. Colored Troops (USCT) Interpretive Center at Lexington Manor Passive Park for Juneteenth from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, June 19, 2026; Saturday, June 20, 2026; and Sunday, June 21, 2026.

Community members are also encouraged to attend the Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions’ Annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds. This free, family-friendly event will feature live entertainment, cultural performances, educational exhibits, food, vendors, and activities for all ages. Featured performances include Ms. Story’s Living History, the Ni Dembaya African Drum and Dance Ensemble, and the Get2Gether Band. The 2026 theme, “Building on the Promise of Freedom for All,” recognizes both the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary and the continued importance of reflecting on and celebrating freedom, unity, and the African American experience. Additional event details are available at www.ucaconline.org/juneteenth.

For more information on SMCG programs and operations, visit: www.stmaryscountymd.gov or follow St. Mary’s County Government on Facebook, X, and Instagram for regular updates.

On Friday, June 5, 2026, deputies from the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office responded to Great Mills High School following a report that a student had been threatened by another student.

According to the preliminary investigation, the victim was confronted by the suspect, a 16-year-old juvenile, who was armed with a knife. The victim was able to leave the area and notify a member of the school's administration. The suspect was located and detained, and a fixed-blade knife was subsequently recovered.

No injuries were reported.

The suspect was taken into custody and is being charged as an adult with first- and second-degree assault, attempted armed robbery, and possession of a weapon on school property.

Due to legal protection, juveniles are not publicly identified by law enforcement agencies.

The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office takes all threats involving school safety seriously and continues to work closely with St. Mary's County Public Schools to help maintain a safe learning environment for students and staff.

On June 3, school administrators and the school resource officer at Davis Middle School learned that a 12-year-old student had brought energy drinks mixed with alcohol in plastic bottles with the intent to sell them at school. Further investigation showed that two additional students, ages 11 and 12, had consumed the drinks while on the school bus in route to school. One student became ill and was transported to a hospital and later released. All three students were issued juvenile citations and face school consequences in accordance with the Charles County Public Schools student code of conduct. Parents are urged to talk with their children about the dangers of consuming products that can cause harmful and unpredictable effects in youth.

Due to construction work occurring near the Environmental Health entrance and parking area at the health department on 21580 Peabody Street, Leonardtown, walk-in Environmental Health services will be limited to dropping paperwork off at the Main Entrance of the building on Monday, June 8, 2026.

Environmental Health staff will remain available to assist residents by phone at 301-475-4321 and by email at smchd.env@maryland.gov.

Normal walk-in services will resume on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 7:00 a.m.

Please note that this temporary closure only affects the Environmental Health entrance and walk-in services. All other St. Mary’s County Health Department programs and services will continue to operate as usual.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience during this work.

NAVAL AIR STATION PATUXENT RIVER, Md. – Communities surrounding Naval Air Station Patuxent River are advised that a nighttime noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place June 10-25, 2026 from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Pilots at NAS PAX will be conducting Field Carrier Landing Practices (FCLPs). FCLPs are simulated carrier landings conducted to prepare the pilot to land safely on an aircraft carrier. The practices consist of series of touch-and-go maneuvers, “bounces.” Residents may notice increased noise levels due to these operations.

As with all operations, NAS Patuxent River takes precautions to lessen the impact of testing activities on the community. For more information, call 1-866-819-9028. To view all current NAS PAX noise advisories please click the following link: https://www.cnic.navy.mil/PaxRiverNoise.

GLEN BURNIE, MD (June 4, 2026) – As the summer travel season gets underway, the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office and the Maryland State Police remind Marylanders to be Serious About Safety and prioritize safety on the roadways. The 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are known as the deadliest days of the year as traffic crashes and road fatalities historically increase nationwide during this time.

Throughout the summer months, troopers from all 23 Maryland State Police barracks, including the State Police Impaired Driving Reduction Effort (SPIDRE) team, and law enforcement agencies across the state will conduct high-visibility enforcement, DUI saturation patrols and public outreach efforts across the state to deter dangerous driving behaviors and keep Maryland roadways safe.

“Summer travel means more vehicles on the road, more celebrations and unfortunately, more preventable crashes,” said Chrissy Nizer, Motor Vehicle Administrator and Governor Wes Moore’s Highway Safety Representative. “We want every Marylander to enjoy their summer safely by making responsible choices behind the wheel including planning ahead for a sober ride, avoiding distractions, obeying speed limits and always buckling up.”

So far this year, troopers have removed more than 2,000 suspected impaired drivers from our roadways, with the state’s specialized unit of troopers removing another 333 in areas with high rates of impaired driving crashes, particularly in the Baltimore and Washington metropolitan regions. Additionally, troopers have cited 1,600 drivers traveling 30 or more miles per hour over the posted speed limit and 350 drivers exceeding 100 miles per hour.

“In partnership with our law enforcement and highway safety partners, we are committed to ensuring every person who travels our roadways arrives at their destination safely,” said Colonel Michael A. Jackson, Superintendent of the Maryland State Police. “Summer should be a season of making memories with family and friends, not tragedy on our highways. We urge motorists to obey the speed limit, never drive impaired, and remain alert, especially in work zones.”

Over the past five years in Maryland, nearly 800 people have been killed and almost 15,000 people injured in crashes involving impaired drivers. Speeding, distracted driving and aggressive driving also remain leading contributors to serious and fatal crashes during the summer months.

Roadway users are encouraged to: 

• Always designate a sober driver or use a rideshare service if consuming alcohol or drugs. 

• Buckle up on every trip, every seat, every time. 

• Follow posted speed limits and avoid aggressive driving behaviors. 

• Make a lane change or slow down when approaching any stopped, standing or parked vehicle displaying warning signals – including hazard warning lights, road flares or other caution signals. 

• Eliminate distractions and keep phones out of reach while driving. 

• Stay alert for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorcyclists sharing the road. 

• Slow down when traveling through work zones. 

Pedestrians are also reminded to use marked crosswalks whenever possible, remain alert while walking and wear bright or reflective clothing at night.

The Maryland Department of Transportation continues its commitment to reducing roadway fatalities through its Serious About Safety initiative and Maryland’s Strategic Highway Safety Plan.

Learn more about the Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office at ZeroDeathsMD.gov or follow @ZeroDeathsMD on social media.

Baltimore, MD — The Maryland Department of Health announced today that Clover Hill Dairy (Mechanicsville, MD) has issued a voluntary recall of its requesón/soft ricotta products due to possible Listeria monocytogenes (L. monocytogenes) contamination.

Clover Hill Dairy products are sold directly from their retail market, at farmers markets, and through third party distributors, including in New York and Virginia. Some varieties may have jalapeño or other flavors. Products may be relabeled under a different brand name when distributed, so consumers are urged to check the manufacturer information on packages, if available. The label should identify the Clover Hill Dairy manufacturer permit (or plant) number as “24-128”. 

Consumers, retailers and restaurants should not eat, sell or serve products containing Clover Hill Dairy requesón/soft ricotta products, and should dispose of any product containing them. Photographs contained in this release show the front label of sample Clover Hill Dairy requesón/soft ricotta products. This does not represent all products and distributors affected by this voluntary recall.   

Due to the public health risk, the Maryland Department of Health has suspended the facility’s operating license, and is conducting a follow up evaluation in cooperation with the facility.  

L. monocytogenes is a type of disease-causing bacteria, part of the Listeria family, that can grow in unsanitary food production conditions, leading to contamination of the food. When people eat food contaminated with L. monocytogenes, they may develop a disease called listeriosis. It can survive and grow even under refrigeration, and can easily spread to other foods and surfaces. Pets can also spread the bacteria in the home if they eat food contaminated with L. monocytogenes.

Listeriosis can cause a range of symptoms that vary depending  on the severity and form of the illness. It can be serious and life-threatening, particularly for pregnant women, newborns and young children, older adults, and persons with weakened immune systems. Mild symptoms include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, which often persist for 1 to 3 days. For the more serious form of the disease, symptoms may include headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions. Although people can sometimes develop listeriosis up to 2 months after eating contaminated food, symptoms usually begin within several days. People should immediately consult with a healthcare provider if they suspect they have developed symptoms that resemble a listeriosis infection. 

Consumers at higher risk for Listeria illness should not eat any soft cheeses that are  made with unpasteurized milk. Although pasteurization of milk kills Listeria, soft cheeses made from pasteurized milk can still become contaminated after the pasteurization process and cause Listeria illnesses. 

This represents the best information currently available to the Maryland Department of Health. 

For more information: Listeriosis Fact Sheet.

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Narcotics Detectives Charge Man in Drug Distribution Case: On May 29, detectives assigned to the Narcotics Enforcement Section obtained search warrants for the residence of Tyrand Dupres Butler and for his vehicle, a 2019 Maserati Levante. The warrants were the result of an investigation into Butler’s suspected drug distribution activities. Detectives took Butler into custody as he was walking away from his vehicle at a Waldorf shopping center. Following the arrest, detectives responded to Butler’s residence in the 12000 block of Bar Oak Drive in Waldorf and served the search warrant where they recovered nearly $25,000 worth of cocaine, drug packaging equipment, and a stolen Glock 9mm handgun. Butler is prohibited from possessing firearms due to a prior felony conviction. He was transported to the Charles County Detention Center where he was charged with possession with intent to distribute narcotics and weapon violations. On June 1, the court ordered Butler to be released from the Charles County Detention Center as long as he meets the criteria for electronic monitoring.

 On June 2, a 14-year-old student at Glymont Middle School was observed using a vaping device in class. The vape was recovered and found to contain THC. The student will be issued a citation for possession of cannabis. They also face consequences in accordance with the Charles County Public Schools student code of conduct. Parents are urged to talk with their children about the dangers of consuming products like vapes which could contain unknown chemicals and unregulated ingredients, all of which can cause harmful and unpredictable effects in youth.

State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling announced today that William Elliot Mitchell, Jr., 62, of Bushwood, Maryland, was sentenced to five years with eighteen months of active incarceration for the unlawful taking of a motor vehicle.

On April 21, 2025, deputies with the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence on Woodbush Drive in reference to a report of a stolen Dodge Ram truck from a Waldorf car dealership. When deputies arrived, they observed the stolen Ram 2500 diesel pickup truck in question. The Ram truck had New Jersey plates and was attached to a dump trailer. Also observed on the property was a Kubota tractor. Both the trailer and the tractor were previously reported to have been stolen in 2023 by a separate victim.

“The theft of vehicles and other valuable equipment causes significant losses for businesses and property owners, which ultimately impacts our entire community,” said State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling. “We will continue to work closely with our law enforcement partners to identify and prosecute individuals who engage in property crimes.”

Assistant State’s Attorney John Cardozo prosecuted the case on behalf of the citizens of St. Mary’s County.

Corporal William Rishel of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office was the lead investigator.

The Honorable Amy Lorenzini presided over the case.

The Calvert County Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Management, will conduct additional outdoor warning siren testing beginning Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 9 a.m.

The supplemental testing follows the full-cycle test conducted June 1 and is intended to ensure all sirens are reaching the appropriate decibel levels throughout the surrounding areas.

The testing will involve randomly selected sirens located throughout Calvert County and near the Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant emergency planning zone. Residents may hear siren activations intermittently during the testing period.

The sirens selected for testing include:

· Siren 1 – Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Department (Old Field Road)

· Siren 61 – Mill Bridge Road

· Siren 55 – Route 760/Rousby Hall Road (near Patuxent High School)

· Siren 29 – Route 765 at South Plant Access/Nursery Road

· Siren 23 – Parran Road near Mackall Road

Testing is expected to begin at approximately 9 a.m. on June 4 and continue through the listed siren locations until completed.

Residents are reminded that this is only a test of the outdoor warning siren system. No action is required.

Visit the Calvert County Alert Notification System webpage to learn more about the county’s siren alert system and find additional emergency planning and mitigation information from the Department of Public Safety.

Find information on Calvert County Government services online at www.CalvertCountyMd.gov. Stay connected with Calvert County Government through the mobile app, newsletters, social media and more at www.CalvertCountyMd.gov/StayInformed.

LEONARDTOWN, MD – The Commissioners of St. Mary's County (CSMC) began their business meeting with an invocation and the pledge, followed by approval of the consent agenda.

As part of the consent agenda, the CSMC approved letters of support for the Evergreen at Cedar Lane development and the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program.

The Commissioners then presented proclamations in recognition of LGBTQIA Pride Month, National Homeownership Month, and National Medicare Fraud Prevention Week.

The CSMC then presented a commendation to Susie Selzer in honor of her retirement.

The Commissioners then received a Board of Health briefing from Dr. Meena Brewster, St. Mary’s County Health Officer.

For their main agenda items, the Commissioners took the following action:

• Approved the request to schedule a public hearing on July 14, 2026, to consider a Resolution approving Verizon Maryland LLC’s application for a Cable Franchise Agreement.
• Approved a request to schedule a public hearing on June 23, 2026, to consider the proposed text amendments modifying development standards for use Type 60 (Fuel Sales) and creating new use types 76A (Small Box Discount Stores) and 77A (Vape Shops) and associated standards.

During County Administrator Time, the Commissioners took the following action:

• Reviewed future CSMC meeting agendas.
• Approved the Federal Aviation Administration grant application to update the St. Mary’s County Regional Airport Master Plan.
• Approved the First Amendment to the Partnership Intermediary Agreement, effective June 25, 2021, between the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division and the CSMC.
• Approved the FY26 Federal Older Americans Act Notice of Grant Awards on behalf of the St. Mary's County Department of Aging & Human Services 

The Commissioners then wrapped up their business meeting with Commissioner Time.

The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County will have a joint meeting with the Commanding Officer of the Patuxent River Naval Air Station on June 9, 2026, at 9 a.m. This meeting will be held at the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum; additional information is available at: www.stmaryscountymd.gov/pio/docs/2026-121NewsReleaseNASPAXJoint.pdf

The CSMC will reconvene that day for their regular business meeting at 11 a.m. in the CSMC Meeting Room, on the first floor of the Chesapeake Building, located at 41770 Baldridge Street in Leonardtown. CSMC decisions and related documents are available on the SMCG website by clicking Board Documents from the home page. Meetings are open to the public and can be viewed live on SMCG TV Channel 95 or at www.youtube.com/@StMarysCoGov.

For more information on SMCG programs and operations, visit: www.stmaryscountymd.gov or follow St. Mary’s County Government on Facebook, X, and Instagram for regular updates.

LEONARDTOWN, MD – The St. Mary’s County Planning Commission will conduct two public hearings as part of the St. Mary’s 2050 planning process. The hearings will provide opportunities for community members to share feedback on the draft Comprehensive Plan and applicant-driven Land Use Category Change Requests.

The St. Mary’s 2050 Comprehensive Plan will guide land use decisions through 2050 and help ensure the community grows responsibly while preserving its rural character, natural resources, and quality of life. Throughout the planning process, residents, businesses, and stakeholders have been invited to share their thoughts and ideas about the future of St. Mary’s County.

Public Hearing 1: Draft St. Mary’s 2050 Comprehensive Plan (June 29)

Community members are invited to provide feedback on the draft St. Mary’s 2050 Comprehensive Plan. The hearing will take place on Monday, June 29, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the Commissioners Meeting Room, located at 41770 Baldridge St. in Leonardtown. A copy of the draft plan is available at www.stmaryscountymd.gov/stmarys2050.

Public Hearing 2: Land Use Change Requests (July 7)

Community members are invited to provide feedback on applicant-driven requests for Land Use Category changes associated with the St. Mary’s 2050 planning process. The hearing will take place on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the Commissioners Meeting Room, located at 41770 Baldridge St. in Leonardtown. Information regarding Land Use Category Change Requests is available at www.stmaryscountymd.gov/stmarys2050.

For more information or assistance, please contact the Department of Land Use & Growth Management (LUGM) at (301) 475-4200, ext. 1500, or via email to St.Marys2050@stmaryscountymd.gov. Community members are also welcome to stop by the LUGM office to speak with a member of our team. Additional information, including office hours and location details, is available at www.stmaryscountymd.gov/LUGM.

About St. Mary’s 2050

St. Mary’s 2050: Charting Our Tomorrow is an update to the County’s Comprehensive Plan that will guide future land use and development decisions while supporting economic vitality, environmental stewardship, and quality of life. Continued community engagement is a key component of creating a plan that reflects a shared vision for St. Mary’s County’s future.

On May 30, 2026, at approximately 8:30 p.m., deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff's Office responded to a reported disturbance involving two individuals outside Traders Steak & Ale, located at 3855 Gordon Stinnett Avenue in Chesapeake Beach. Upon arrival, deputies located an adult male suffering from injuries consistent with an assault. An investigation revealed that the incident stemmed from a physical altercation between two men near the pavilion area at Kellam’s Field, located at 3825 Gordon Stinnett Avenue in Chesapeake Beach. During the altercation, the suspect, identified as Nathan Oliver White, 44, of Chesapeake Beach, allegedly stabbed the victim in the upper body with a flathead screwdriver. Following the assault, White fled the area but was quickly located and apprehended by responding deputies a short distance away. White was transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with First-Degree Assault and Second-Degree Assault. The victim, identified as David Reidy Brosnahan, 54, of Washington, D.C., was transported to CalvertHealth for treatment of his injuries. While receiving medical treatment, Brosnahan became disorderly and threatened hospital staff. After being directed to leave the property, he refused to comply and was subsequently arrested. Brosnahan was charged with Disorderly Conduct, Trespassing, and Failure to Obey a Lawful Order. The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Det. Michael Mudd at Michael.mudd@calvertcountymd.gov. Please reference case #26-48089.

LEONARDTOWN, MD – The St. Mary's County Board of Elections is reminding residents of important upcoming dates and resources related to the 2026 Gubernatorial Primary Election and notifying the public of an updated date for the pre-Election Day mail-in ballot canvass.

The pre-Election Day mail-in ballot canvass, previously announced for June 1, has been rescheduled to Friday, June 5, 2026, at 9 a.m.

As voters prepare to participate in the upcoming election, residents are encouraged to verify their polling place, review voting options, and familiarize themselves with key election dates. Information on voter registration, mail-in voting, ballot drop box and polling place locations, sample ballots, and election results is available through the St. Mary's County Board of Elections website at www.stmaryscountymd.gov/elections.

To find their assigned polling place, voters may use the Maryland State Board of Elections Polling Place Search tool at https://voterservices.elections.maryland.gov/PollingPlaceSearch.

Key upcoming dates for the 2026 Gubernatorial Primary Election include:

• Early Voting: Thursday, June 11, through Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Primary Election Day: Tuesday, June 23, 2026, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The Board of Elections has announced the following canvassing dates for mail-in and provisional ballots for the 2026 Gubernatorial Primary Election:

• Pre-Election Day Mail-in Ballot Canvass: Friday, June 5, 2026, at 9 a.m. (Updated date; Results will not be released until election night.)
• Post-Election Day Mail-in Ballot Canvass: Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 10 a.m.
• Provisional Ballot Canvass: Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 10 a.m.
• Final Canvass (Post-Election Day): Monday, July 6, 2026, at 10 a.m.

All canvassing activities will take place at the St. Mary's County Board of Elections office located at 23250 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650.

Residents are encouraged to visit www.stmaryscountymd.gov/elections for the latest election information, including voter registration resources, polling place and ballot drop box locations, election calendars, and election results.

Questions may be directed to Wendy Adkins at wendy.adkins@stmaryscountymd.gov or by calling (301) 475-4200 ext. 1613.