Esperanza Shopping Center
An online listing for the old Esperanza Lanes bowling alley shows the potential for new retail box stores to take over the space.
Editorial: Clements Cuties
The Clements Cuties game was held under a billboard at Back Road Inn proclaiming “Protect Women’s Sports,” a phrase with an anti-transgender undercurrent even as the ballplayers cross-dressed for their big game.
Charlotte Hall’s Future
There is an empty retail space in the Charlotte Hall Square strip mall, next to Papa John’s.
Weis Callaway Gas ‘n Go
Callaway will soon have another gas station if plans for a new Weis Gas ‘N Go are approved.
Park Place Apartments
“Restaurant Row”, the area with Red Robin, Texas Roadhouse, and Olive Garden will soon be getting some new customers.
Honda/Kia Dealership Coming
Several properties, totaling over 8 acres, along 235 North before the Route 4 intersection are slated for development.
Millison Plaza Upgrades
Local media has reported the coming redevelopment of Millison Plaza, and the changes are getting closer to reality.
Great Mills Plaza
On the heels of the old Brass Rail being remodeled for the new location of St. Mary’s Caring Soup Kitchen, now a new development is planned right next door.
Villages of Clarks Mill
In Hollywood, sandwiched between Mervell Dean Road and 235 North are five lots totaling 3 acres owned by FDR Holdings.
County Discusses Sports Complex
Arthur Shepherd, Director of Recreation & Parks, updated the County Commissioners last week on the development of a sports complex.
Comptroller Visits St. Mary’s
Comptroller of Maryland Brooke Lierman, elected last year as Maryland’s first female Comptroller, visited St. Mary’s County on Monday, meeting with the Commissioners during her trip.
Signs For the Unhoused
New signs have been installed along FDR Blvd stating “It’s OK to say NO to panhandlers. Give to many, not just one. Scan and support local nonprofits.”
Leonardtown Planning Updates
Significant changes are coming to a few familiar spots in Leonardtown as a result of recent decisions by the Town’s Planning Commission over the past two months.
New Hotel Planned
Property located at 23270 Three Notch Road in California is being prepared for Avid Hotel.
Board of Ed Member’s Anti-LGBTQ Motives
“See You At The Library,” says Board of Education member Dorothy Andrews. On her Facebook page, Andrews advertises an August 5th event at the Lexington Park Library where she will read a book from Brave Books. A conservative Christian children’s book publisher, the company counters progressive culture and media with “traditional American values.”
Charlotte Hall Self Storage - Mt. Wolf Annex
On Monday, July 10th, the Planning Commission will consider Charlotte Hall Self Storage Mount Wolf Annex for concept site plan approval.
Lancaster Park For Lease
St. Mary’s County had a no-cost lease in place with the Department of the Navy (DON) to lease Lancaster Park for the last 25 years.
Villas at Lexwood Townhomes Proposed
The Planning Commission will review a proposal for the Villas at Lexwood, a new development of 40 townhomes located off Lexwood Drive, just across from Lexwood Court.
Ostrow Town Hall
Scott Ostrow County Commissioner held a second town hall on June 11th, where Mike Hewitt for Commissioner joined him to review decisions on the budget and hear general community feedback.
Callaway Development
With Dollar General already completed, and a 7/11 on the way, Callaway’s Village Center is quickly expanding.