CHARLES COUNTY, Md. — The Charles County Department of Health is alerting residents and visitors after a skunk in Port Tobacco and a bat in Waldorf tested positive for rabies on Aug. 21, 2026. The skunk was identified in the vicinity of Plenty Highlands Place in Port Tobacco. Anyone who or whose pet recently had […] The post RABIES ALERT: Residents Urged To Stay Vigilant As Bat In Waldorf, Skunk…
GREENBELT, Md. — A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration’s plan to relocate FBI headquarters to the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington, D.C., giving new life to Maryland’s years-long effort to bring the agency to Greenbelt. U.S. District Judge Theodore D. Chuang ruled Aug. 17 that the federal government’s decision to abandon the previously […] The post Greenbelt Back In Play For FBI…
NEWBURG, Md. — Aqualand Marina and Campground now has at least one firm date on the calendar: AMO Ship’s Store is scheduled to reopen May 1, 2027, after a seasonal closure beginning Nov. 1. The Charles County Board of License Commissioners approved the temporary closure for the licensed establishment at 9700 Orland Park Road in […] The post Aqualand Ship’s Store Sets May 1 Reopening Date As…
CHARLOTTE HALL, Md. — After more than a year of planning and construction, McKay’s Grapes, Grains and Gatherings is moving closer to opening its doors with approval to offer beer, wine and liquor tastings throughout the year. The St. Mary’s County Alcohol Beverage Board unanimously approved the business’s 365-day tasting permit during its Aug. 13 […] The post McKay’s Approved For Year-Round…
BALTIMORE – The Powerball jackpot is back down from the stratospheric range at $68 million after a $1.04 billion win last week in Illinois. But as the big prize is starting to build again, Maryland had a $50,000 third-tier winner in the Aug. 19 drawing on a ticket sold in Waldorf. Missing the big money […] The post So Close! Waldorf Powerball Player Misses Jackpot By One Number, Wins $50K appeared…
PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. — The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved three measures Aug. 18 involving land conservation, public art and honorary road dedications. All three passed as part of the BOCC’s consent agenda without discussion. Commissioners granted the Southern Calvert Land Trust a property tax credit for a conservation lot in the […] The post Calvert County Approves…
MARLOW HEIGHTS, Md. — The newly renovated Marlow Heights Community Center has earned regional recognition for its construction and design. The M-NCPPC Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County’s Capital Planning and Development Division, and MCN Build received an ENR MidAtlantic Award of Merit in the Sports and Entertainment category for the community center […] The post Marlow…
PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. — Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) President Todd Ireland publicly acknowledged two state findings during the board’s regular meeting on Aug. 18 that the county failed to meet portions of Maryland’s Open Meetings Act when documenting several closed sessions. Ireland read summaries of opinions issued Aug. 10 and Aug. 17 […] The post Calvert County…
PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. — Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center will continue operating on county-owned property in Solomons under a new five-year agreement approved Aug. 18. The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved the lease and operating agreement with the Koenig Private Foundation Inc. as part of its consent agenda. The agreement covers […] The post Calvert County…
SOLOMONS, Md. — Rock fans have a chance to win free tickets to see ZZ Top live at the Calvert Marine Museum’s Motto Mortgage Preferred and RE/MAX One Waterside Pavilion. The BayNet is giving away tickets to the upcoming performance featuring ZZ Top with special guest George Thorogood & the Destroyers. Known worldwide as “That […] The post Win ZZ Top Tickets For Calvert Marine Museum Concert…
LEONARDTOWN, Md. — St. Mary’s County Recreation & Parks is accepting registration for a new Youth Roller Hockey program at Leonard Hall Recreation Center, offering instruction for beginner and more experienced players ages 3 to 13. The program will be held Wednesday evenings from Sept. 16 through Nov. 4, 2026, at Leonard Hall Recreation Center, […] The post New Youth Roller Hockey Program Coming…
LEONARDTOWN, Md. – The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is correcting the implementation timeline originally announced for the School Zone Speed Camera Program. The August 7, 2026, news release incorrectly stated that the program would begin with a 15-day warning period on August 21, followed by the issuance of citations beginning September 7. In accordance […] The post St. Mary’s County…
LA PLATA, Md. — A respiratory therapist at University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center has been honored for patient safety after recognizing subtle changes in a patient’s condition and quickly activating a Rapid Response Team. The hospital announced Aug. 20, 2026, that Diana Windsor, RT, received the Shining Star for Patient Safety Award for […] The post Charles Regional Respiratory…
ST. MARY’S COUNTY, Md. — Visitors to two St. Mary’s County parks can now rent sports equipment on demand through new self-service kiosks powered by Rent.Fun. The kiosks are available at Chancellor’s Run Regional Park and Lexington Manor Passive Park, giving residents and visitors access to equipment even if they do not own their own […] The post New Self-Serve Sports Equipment Kiosks Open At Two…
CHESAPEAKE BEACH, Md. — A disorderly conduct call at the Rod ‘N’ Reel parking garage led to the arrest of a 39-year-old Lusby man and an obstruction charge against a 26-year-old Lusby woman after authorities said an effort to locate a lost cellphone escalated into a dispute with security personnel and sheriff’s deputies. John Lawrence […] The post Lusby Man Arrested After Lost Phone Search Leads…
SOUTHERN MARYLAND — Summer may be winding down, but Southern Maryland’s calendar is still packed with reasons to get out of the house. This week brings live music, family activities, festivals, art, games and nights out across Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties. Toot’s Bar keeps the fun rolling in Hollywood, including its Family Funday Luau […] The post Things To Do In Southern Maryland…
LEONARDTOWN, Md. — A Point Lookout Road storefront that has housed liquor stores under different names is preparing for another fresh start with new owners and a new company. The St. Mary’s County Alcohol Beverage Board unanimously granted conditional approval Aug. 13 to Leonardtown Fine Wine and Spirits, a new liquor store planned for 25470 […] The post New Liquor Store Approved For Point Lookout…
WALDORF, Md. — A 56-year-old Bowie man is facing 23 misdemeanor charges after a Charles County Sheriff’s Office investigation allegedly identified nearly two dozen vehicles towed by Collections, Transport, Impound Towing LLC without the county permit required to provide towing services. William Evans, 56, of Bowie, is charged with 23 counts of providing towing services […] The post Bowie Man Faces…
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — A 31-year-old Bowie man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor drug charges after an Annapolis search warrant turned up cocaine, heroin, PCP, amphetamine, drug-manufacturing materials and a loaded handgun with an obliterated serial number. Orlando Diamonte Irving was arrested following the Aug. 19, 2026, search in the 1100 block of Madison Street, […] The post Annapolis Drug…
WALDORF, Md. — The pitches are done and the trophies have been handed out, and Waldorf’s youngest entrepreneurs have something to show for it. Saturday’s 7th Annual Youth Shark Tank Kidpreneur Competition & Family Fun Festival turned the Shops at Waldorf Center into a mix of business showcase and neighborhood festival, with kids running the […] The post Waldorf Youth Shark Tank Winners Announced…
SOUTHERN MARYLAND — A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect Thursday afternoon and evening for Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties, with damaging winds expected to be the main threat. The National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington office issued the watch at 2:32 p.m. Aug. 20, 2026. It remains in effect until 10 p.m. The watch includes […] The post Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For…
LEONARDTOWN, Md. — A Leonardtown man is facing a felony drug distribution charge after suspected cocaine, Suboxone strips and a digital scale with white powder residue were found during an Aug. 10 investigation, according to charging documents. Mario D. Bowman, 43, was charged with possession with intent to distribute a controlled dangerous substance, two counts […] The post Leonardtown Man…
SOUTHERN MARYLAND — Before dipping a chip into the little bowl of white sauce sitting beside the salsa, it is worth knowing that it may not be white queso at all. For diners who did not grow up with it, the cold, creamy dip can be easy to mistake for queso or even ranch. But […] The post Southern Maryland’s White Sauce Debate: Love It, Hate It Or Never Tried It? appeared first on The BayNet .
OWINGS, Md. – The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing 11-year-old male from Owings. He was last seen in the area of Candlestick Way shortly after noon. He is approximately 5 feet tall, with a thin build and medium-length dirty blonde hair. He was last seen wearing a dark-colored shirt, multi-colored blue […] The post MISSING CHILD: 11-Year-Old Last Seen In Area Of…
CLEMENTS, Md. — Bowles Farms is going red, white and blue this fall as the local farm unveils its 2026 corn maze celebrating America’s 250th birthday. The farm’s famous 15-acre corn maze will feature a patriotic design centered around the Statue of Liberty and the nation’s 250th anniversary. Bowles Farms announced the new design on […] The post A-MAZE-ing! Bowles Farms Unveils Corn Maze…
MECHANICSVILLE, Md. – Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) held its 88th Annual Meeting on Aug. 19, 2026, at the Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department Social Hall in Mechanicsville, Md. The following SMECO members were elected to three-year terms on SMECO’s Board: Nancy W. Zinn of Calvert County, Charles B. Bowling Jr. of Charles County, Daniel W. […] The post More Than 8,000 Vote In…
PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. — After about a decade without regular use, the Arthur Storer Planetarium at Calvert High School is getting closer to welcoming students, families and community members back beneath its dome. The planetarium, which opened in 1977, is named for Arthur Storer, an early American astronomer who made observations in Calvert County, including […] The post After Nearly A Decade,…
PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. — The Calvert County Chamber of Commerce has worked for years to connect businesses to each other and their communities. A nonprofit membership organization, the Chamber invites business owners around the county to join them and be a part of the group that works tirelessly to improve the business community in Calvert […] The post Beyond Networking: How Joining The Calvert…
BRETON BAY, Md. – If you love Breton Bay and want to see it thrive, please join the oyster planting party hosted by your local watershed associations on Sept. 12 at Abell’s Wharf at 10 a.m. Bring the family, grab life jackets, and join our mission to plant one million baby oysters on our thriving […] The post Shell Yeah! Volunteers Wanted To Plant 1 Million Oysters In Breton Bay appeared first on…
EDGEWATER, Md. — A new countywide program placing universal pet microchip scanners in every Anne Arundel County fire station is already being put to use, with firefighters scanning two pets within days of the initiative getting underway. The Anne Arundel County Fire Department announced Aug. 17 that the first pet was scanned at Woodland Beach […] The post New Pet Microchip Scanners At Every Anne…
