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Gov. Moore Announces Additional Employment Support For Impacted Federal Workers

6 days ago | thebaynet.com | Wes Moore

Note: This press release was provided by the Office of the Governor Wes Moore. ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Governor Wes Moore today announced the launch of a new process to streamline hiring for four critical and hard-to-fill position types across the state government. The governor directed actions to streamline hiring to modernize state government and to support job-seeking federal workers impacted by federal layoffs and firings.
Explore St. Mary’s County Museums: Hidden Gems, Historic Sites, And Family Fun

1 week ago | thebaynet.com | Michael Caruso

ST. MARY’S COUNTY, Md. — Museums are a popular place to learn more about local history and traditions. While some may offer art exhibits, others take you on a trip far into the distant past. St. Mary’s County has a variety of special museums and tourist spots that are perfect for an everyday outing. The BayNet reached out to the Museum Division Manager in St. Mary’s County, Karen Stone. She conveyed the excitement of visiting each historic spot to better understand the history of Southern Maryland.
Chesapeake Film Festival Now Accepting Submissions For 2025 Event

1 week ago | thebaynet.com | Katie Callander

EASTON, Md. — The Chesapeake Film Festival (CFF) has officially opened submissions for its 18th annual event, scheduled for Oct. 10–12, 2025. The festival will take place at multiple venues in Easton, including the Ebenezer Theater, the Academy Art Museum, and the Talbot County Free Library. Organizers also announced that the festival has received a grant from the Shared Earth Foundation to support operations and programming for the 2025 season.
Maryland Man Wrongfully Deported To El Salvador: What We Know

1 week ago | thebaynet.com | Michael Caruso

BELTSVILLE, Md. — Kilmar Abrego Garcia, 29, was arrested on March 12 following an encounter with federal immigration officers in Beltsville. Garcia, who lived in Prince George’s County, is married to Jennifer Vasquez Sura and is the father of a 5-year-old boy. After being held by ICE for multiple days, Garcia was deported to the Terrorism Confinement Center in El Salvador, a dangerous mega-prison used to hold gang members and violent criminals.
The BayNet Weekly Newscast: Holbrook To Face Life In Dismemberment Murder (April 11, 2025)

1 week ago | thebaynet.com | Katie Callander

CALIFORNIA, Md. — Happy Friday, BayNet readers! Today’s newscast is available to everyone, but remember, our weekday audio news recaps, delivered Monday through Thursday, are exclusively for members. Every weekday, we provide a quick and informative summary of the most interesting and important topics in Southern Maryland, keeping our community in the loop on local events, stories, and updates.
Kicksville Festival Returns May 9-10 For A Papadosio Family Celebration In A Stunning Natural Setting

2 weeks ago | thebaynet.com | Katie Callander

AVENUE, Md. — Kicksville Festival will return to Riverview Farm in Avenue, Maryland, from May 9-10, bringing a weekend of camping, music, and nature along the Potomac River. The event marks a significant stop on Papadosio’s hiatus tour before the band takes a break from touring this fall. Festivalgoers can expect five unique sets from Papadosio, including a rare acoustic performance featuring deep cuts, fan favorites, and surprises exclusive to the event.
The Best Seafood In Southern Maryland

2 weeks ago | thebaynet.com | Michael Caruso

SOUTHERN MARYLAND — Seafood is considered a delicacy in many parts of America. Since Southern Maryland is surrounded by water, it’s no surprise that there are a plethora of seafood eateries to choose from. These picks are some of The BayNet writers’ favorites—but we want to hear from you, too! Comment and let us know your favorite seafood spots in Southern Maryland. T & J’s CoveResiding in the heart of Leonardtown Square, T & J’s Cove is a family-owned seafood restaurant.
Maryland’s $67B Budget Passed: Here’s What You’ll Be Paying More For

2 weeks ago | thebaynet.com | Michael Caruso

ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Maryland lawmakers recently passed the final budget for FY 2026. The $67 billion budget is aimed at decreasing the state’s $3.3 billion deficit by increasing taxes and fees in Maryland. April 7 was the last day of the recent legislative session. By implementing multiple changes to income brackets and state taxes, Maryland lawmakers hope to close the deficit gap. Last week, The BayNet reached out to Gov. Wes Moore’s administration for comment.
Gov. Moore Signs Legislation To Strengthen Maryland’s Workforce

2 weeks ago | thebaynet.com | Wes Moore

Note: This press release was provided by the Office of the Governor Wes Moore. ANNAPOLIS, MD — Governor Wes Moore today presided over the first bill signing ceremony of 2025, which included bills under the Moore-Miller Administration’s legislative agenda to strengthen Maryland’s workforce.
The BayNet Daily Newscast: Charles County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Suspicious Disappearance Of Waldorf Woman (April 8th, 2025)

2 weeks ago | thebaynet.com | Katie Callander

CALIFORNIA, Md. — Every weekday, we will provide our members with a short and informative audio news recap surrounding interesting and important topics in Southern Maryland! To unlock this feature, along with an ad-free experience and more, click join now below!Below are the articles covered today:Below are the articles covered today: Enjoy unlimited access to our content, daily newsletters, ad-free articles, and exclusive access to the daily audio newscast.