La Plata, MD

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About La Plata, MD

La Plata is home to landmarks such as St. Ignatius Church, founded in 1641 and the nation's oldest active Catholic parish; and Christ Episcopal Church, which has been in existence since 1683. Meanwhile, the area is modern in business, with a strong technology sector, international companies, advanced agriculture and tourism.

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La Plata, MD Sponsors

Arrow American Pest Control	GP Homes
Best Western Plus	Grace Luther Church & School
Brandywine Investment Properties LLC	Joson Fine Jewelry & Home Boutique
Charles County Department of Health	Motel Bel Alton
Charles County Nursing Rehabilitation Center	Old Line Bank
Charles County Public Library	Potter Heating & Electric Inc.
Children's Learning Tree	Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative
Civista Health	Southern Maryland Hospital
Comfort Suites	Suburban Propane
Country Furniture of Waldorf Inc.	Swan Point Yacht & Country Club
Facchina Construction	The Washington Savings Bank
Gen On Energy	Town of Indian Head

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