Big local headlines this week include Adrenaline Raceway nearly ready to open in Waldorf, Lefty’s Barbecue closing after more than 30 years, and a dose of nostalgia with 10 places Marylanders miss from the early 2000s, plus more stories worth catching up on.

The Headlines

The BayNet Weekly Newscast: Three Rescued After Falling Through Ice In Leonardtown Woods (February 6th, 2026)

Dose Of Nostalgia: 10 Places Marylanders Miss From The Early 2000s

(GIVEAWAY) Get Ready, Waldorf — Adrenaline Raceway Is Almost Here

Lefty’s Barbecue Closes After More Than 30 Years In Waldorf

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Maryland Brothers, Jamaican Nationals Linked In Federal Lottery Fraud Scheme

Three Rescued After Falling Through Ice In Leonardtown Woods

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Tidewater Auto Wash Launches Unlimited Monthly Deal In Callaway

Win Your Dream Wedding Décor At Lucky In Love’s Annual Wedding Expo In Mechanicsville

Spooky Solomons Ghost Tours: Where History Walks Beside You

Chesterton Academy Of St. Mary’s Prepares Community For Mardi Gras Gala Fundraiser

Family-Friendly, Free Events Planned At St. Mary’s County Museums This February

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Fall In Love Fur-Ever At This Year’s Animal Shelter Pawfect Match Event

11-Year-Olds Found With THC Vaping Device At Charles County Middle School

Statement From Gov. Moore On National Governors Association Bipartisan Dinner Snub

The Kneaded Baking Co. Announces Expansion Into Larger Leonardtown Location

One-Woman Historical Performance Set For Feb. 20 At Historic St. Mary’s City

Grandmother’s Influence Leads To $50K Lottery Win For Annapolis Man

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