Coastal Point — March 14, 2025

Districtholding $22.5Mreferendum onMarch20

ByDarinJ.McCann ExecutiveEditor

VoterslivingintheIndianRiver SchoolDistrict(IRSD)willmaketheir voicesheardonThursday,March20,regardingareferendumtoraise$22.5 millionforlocalschools.

“Duringthelastthreefiscalyears, ouroperatingexpenseshaveincreased anaverageof7.4percentperyear,”explainedIRSDSuperintendentJay Owens.“Duringthatsametimeperiod, revenuehasincreasedbyonly3.55percentperyear.Thattrendisnotsustainable,andthedistricthasbeenina positionofdeficitspendingforthepast twofiscalyears.Passageofthisreferendumisimperativeifwearetocontinue thepremiereducationalservicescurrentlybeingprovidedtoourstudents.”

Whiletheoverallpopulationofthe districthasincreasedovertheyears,that additionalpropertytaxrevenuehasnot beenenoughtokeeppacewithincreasedcosts,saidIRSDDirectorof

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Fenwickapproves ordinancechanges

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

TheFenwickIslandTownCouncil approvedaslewofordinancechangesat itsrecentmeeting,regardingissues rangingfromnoisetoportabletoilets.

Ontheissueofnoise,thecouncil,at itsFriday,Feb.28meeting,approvedthe adoptionof“quiethours”tostartat11 p.m.—anhourlaterthanoriginally proposed.Thechangecameafterresidentsexpressedtheirfeelingsthat10 p.m.wastooearlytoenforcequiet hours inaresorttown.

MayorNatalieMagdeburgersaid that,whilenighttimenoiseisnotahuge issueinFenwickIsland,thereareafew

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SpecialtotheCoastalPoint•LoriAnnSentman MembersoftheIndianRiverHighSchoolUnifiedbasketballteamcelebratetheirstatechampionship,afterathrilling35-34 winoverCaesarRodneyonSunday,March9.

IRUnifiedbasketballearnsstate championshipwithbuzzer-beater

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Theyneverthoughttheywouldlosethegame.

Asaresult,theyexplodedfromthebenchwhentheball swishedthroughthehooptobeatthefinalbuzzer.

TheIndianRiverHighSchoolUnifiedbasketballteam’s never-say-diestudent-athletescompletedanelectrifyingsecond-halfcomebackwithalast-minutebuzzer-beaterbasket todefeatNo.2seedCaesarRodney,35-34,onSunday, March9,andwinthesquad’sfirstDIAAstatechampionship.

ThemilestonegivesIndianRiverHighSchoolsportsa thirdstatetitleinthisschoolyear.

TheNo.4seedIndians’basketballchampionshipcomes ontheheelsoftheIRHSUnifiedflagfootballteam’sstate titleconquestofCaesarRodney,45-32,onNov.29,2024,

andthefootballsquad’sClass1Astatetitletriumph,47-45, overTatnallonNov.30,2024.

TheIRUnifiedbasketballprogram,whichbeganduring the2018-2019schoolyear,setasingle-seasonrecordthis year,with10victoriesin11games.Thetitle-gamewinwas IR’sfirstpostseasontriumphoverCaesarRodneyinthree tries,anditavengedtheIndians’onlylossoftheseason,a 31-27setbacktotheRidersonFeb.13.

“Itwastrulyabattletothelastsecond,”saidIRUnified basketballheadcoachJamaalBivens.“TheRidersledthe majorityofthegame.Atonepointinthefirsthalf,theRidershada12-pointleadovertheIndians.Butwenever,ever gaveup.”

BivenscreditedjuniorforwardBraydenBennetchand seniorguardElmerHernandez-Caballerowithstartingthe game“liketheyhadbeenherebefore.Theyshookoffthe pre-gamejittersbyputtingpointsontheboardearly,”said thecoach.“Withtheflowofthegame,seniorDonald Lingo’sminuteswerecrucialtotheenergyonthehardwood.

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Referendum

Business&FinanceTammySmith.She saidtheincreasedpopulationhas spurredbetween$1millionand$2millionannually,whichshesaidjusthasn’t mettheneedattheendofthedaywith theescalatingcosts.

Ifthereferendumispassed,thedistrictwouldgeneratethataforementioned$22.5million.Smithexplained thatapproximately$12.3millionofthat wouldgotooperatingexpenses—such asutilities,substituteteachersandother day-to-daycosts.Theadditional$10.2 millionwouldgotostaffretentionand recruitment.

Owenssaidthat,despiteanational teachershortage,theIndianRiver SchoolDistrictiscurrentlywell-staffed.

“We’reprettycloseto100percent thereandfeelveryfortunateabout that,”saidOwens.“Butitcangettight withteachersonleaveoroutforextendedperiodsoftime.”

Obviously,thequestioninmanyvoters’mindsiscost.Thenewassessments beingconductedinSussexCounty— thefirstofitskindsince1974—are designed tocreatesomeconsistencyin propertyvaluations.Accordingto Smith,oncethedustsettlesandeverythingissortedoutfromtheappraisals andsubsequentappealprocess,some taxpayerswillseeincreases,andothers slightdecreasesintheirtaxbills.Thatis

duetoDelawarelaw,whichrequiresan overall“revenue-neutral”positionwith taxrevenues.

Inshort,theCounty’sappraisalsare meantasacurrentvaluationofpropertiesthatwillconceivablyputevery propertyonequitablefooting.With suchalonggapbetweenappraisals, somepeoplearepayingverydifferent propertytaxesforhomesthatshouldbe valuedequally.

“Oncetheappealsprocessends,all propertyassessmentswillbefinalized andtheCountywilladoptanewpropertytaxrate,tomaintainanoverall‘revenue-neutral’positioninaccordance withDelawarelaw,”SussexCountyofficialssaidinarecentstatement.

So,whiletheexactnumbersareimpossible topindownuntilthereassessmenteffortiscompleted,theIndian RiverSchoolDistricthaspostedacalculatoronitswebsitetodeterminea rangeinwhichagivenpropertyowner’s taxeswilllikelyfall,anditpointsout theincreasethatwouldtakeplaceifthe referendumpasses.Thatcalculatorcan befoundathttps://www.irsd.net/referendum/referendum-increase-calculator.

Usingthattool,ahomethatreceives anewassessedvalueof$300,000shows an estimatedannualpropertytaxrange of$614.70to$676.20.Thatwould bringanestimatedreferendumincrease of$171,bringingthetotalannualtax billfrom$785.70to$847.20.Apropertywitha$400,000assessedvalue

wouldseeanestimatedreferendum-relatedincreaseof$228.

“OncetaxratesareadjusteddownwardtoaccountforSussexCountyresidents’reassessedpropertyvalues,we anticipatethetaxincreasetobe$0.057 per$100ofassessedvalue,”districtofficials saidonthereferendumwebsite.

Theimpactofthereassessmentsand anapprovedschooldistricttaxincrease mayvarywidely,duetothedisparityin theexistingpropertyassessmentsacross fivedecades.Ifagivenpropertyseesa reductionintaxesduetothechangesin assessmentsacrossthecountyordistrict, thepropertyownercouldevenpotentiallyendupowinglessthantheydidin 2024.Buttheaveragepropertyowneris estimatedtopayabout$289.23moreon their annualpropertytaxbillforthereferendumfunding.

Smithwasquicktopointoutthere areotherfactorsatplay,aswell,includingaproposaltoprovideproperty-tax reliefonagriculturallands,tax-assistanceprogramsandtax-assessedservices,suchassewerassessmentsandtax ditches.

OwenspointedoutthattheIndian RiverSchoolDistrict“hasnotimplementedataxincreaseforoperatingexpensessince2017,andwecurrently havethelowestschooltaxrateinSussex County.Duringthepasteightyears,we haveexercisedresponsiblespendingand

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Hewasdefensivelystoppingtheball, andonthebench,hewasleadingthe ‘Defense,defense’chants.Hispresence wasmadeknown.JuniorcenterZaki Drummondtookabeatingfromthe Ridersashebattledforrebounds.”

Despitetheirbestefforts,theIndians fellbehind9-6afteronequarterand 24-14byhalftime.

Butthingsbegantochangeafterintermission.

“Inthesecondhalf,westartedto tightenourdefenseandmethodically narrowthegap,”saidseniorguard ChaseRuley.“Thelastthreeminutes becameatime-of-possessionbattlewith [theRiders]controllingtheclockand theirslimmargin.”

Inthefinalhalf-minute,Ruley fouledanopponenttwiceinorderto stoptheclock.Thesecondfoulresulted intwoCaesarRodneyfree-throws,both ofwhichweremissed.

SeniorforwardTreyHillsecuredthe reboundoffthesecondmissedfreethrow,andRuleycalledtimeoutwith :07remainingandCaesarRodneyleading,34-33.

Ontheensuingplay,Ruleyfranticallysprintedupcourtbeforebouncinga passtoDrummond.Thejuniorcenter attemptedalayupthatwouldnotfall throughthenetting.

ButHillhadhustledtothebasket

andgrabbedtherebound.Hemanaged tolaunchadramaticoff-balanceshot thatfellthroughthemeshasthefinal buzzersounded.

Thechampionship-winningbasket touchedoffanemotionalcelebration.

“Celebratingwithmyteammateswas themostmemorablemomentofmy highschoolexperience,”saidHernandez-Caballero.“Itwasextra-sweettobe apartofthefirstIRHSUnifiedbasketballchampionship.”

“Itwasawesometopulloffthewin inthelastseconds,”saidLingo.“Iam stillexcitedwatchingthelastsecondsof thegame.Itwastrulyamazing.Iam proudofmyteammatesforworkingtogetheruntilthelastsecond.Wenever gaveup.”

“Goingintohalftime,itseemedasif theRidershadmomentumontheirside,” saidBivens.“Then,ourcoachesputour headstogethertodeviseaplanofattack. Ourathletescametogether,andtheywere aforcetobereckonedwith.Ourdefensive strategyheldtheRiderstoonepointin thethirdquarterandatotalof10points inthesecondhalf.Offensively,Chase Ruley,TreyHill,ZakiDrummond,BraydenBennetchandElmerHernandez-Caballerolitupthescoreboard.”

Hillscorednineofhis13pointsin thefourthquarter,withBennetchand Ruleyeachcontributingsevenmarkers. Hernandez-Caballeroaddedsixpoints, while Drummondaddedtwocritical points.Ontheboards,Hillpulled19re-

SpecialtotheCoastalPoint•LoriAnnSentman TreyHill,22,launchesajumperforIndianRiverHighSchoolduringthestatechampsionshipbattleagainstCaesarRodneyonSunday,March9.

bounds,whileRuleyaddedsixand Drummondgrabbedfour.

“Thisfeelsamazing,”saidHernandez-Caballero.“Thiswasmygoalforthe lastfouryearsplayingthissport.Itfeels greattofinallyaccomplishthisandbring homethetitle.Beingabletocontribute sixpointstotheteam’swinwasagreat feeling.Itwasagreatexperiencetohave thisbethefinalgameofmyhighschool career.It’sanincrediblefeeling.”

“Itfeelsawesomethatwewereable

topulloffthevictory,”saidLingo. “We’vebeenworkingforthisasateam allseasonlong.Beingastarterforthe gamewasagreatexperience.IamgladI wasabletoplayalongsidemyteammatesonemoretimeinachampionship setting.Itwasreallycoolplayingona collegebasketballcourt.”

SophomoreBraydenRobinsonand seniorJaidenScottledtheRiders(112)with15and14points,respectively. —Seemorecoverageonpage65

streetsthat“needourhelp”becauseof theirproximitytocommercialareasof town.

CouncilMemberJaniceBortner,who chairstheResidentialConcernsCommitteefromwhencethecallforanenforceablenoiseordinancecame,saidshe agreedthat11p.m.isamorereasonable timeforquiethours.Shealso,however, expressedconcernaboutholdingthe noisediscussionsduringwintermonths whennotmanyresidentsareintown.

“It’simportanttomaybetakethis voteatadifferenttime,”Bortnersaid. “Peoplearepassionateaboutit.”

CouncilTreasurerBillRymernoted that,originally,changestothenoiseordinancecalledfor“quiet”rules24hours aday,whichhecalled“toomuch.” MagdeburgerpointedoutthatFenwick Island’snoiseordinancefromthe1970s

calledforquiethoursbetween8p.m. and8a.m.

ThenewestFenwickIslandTown Councilmember,ColleenWilson,said sheparticularlyappreciatedthatthe newregulationsincludedecibellevels, whichmakeitmoreenforceable.The newordinancecallsfordecibellevelsof 65until11p.m.and55afterthat.

CouncilMemberSusanBrennansaid shefavorsthedecibel-limitchange as “anothertoolforthepolicedepartment”whendealingwithnoisecomplaints.

Thecouncilvoted6-1infavorofthe newnoiseregulations,withBortnerabstaining,citingherfeelingsaboutvotingontheissueduringthewinter months.Magdeburgerdefendedthe move,saying,“Idon’tthinkyoucan stopdoingtheworkandonlyhold votesduringthesummer.”

Shesaidsheenvisionsthattownpoliceofficerswillnotbeoverzealousin enforcingtheordinance.

“Forthemostpart,it’llbeaknock onthedoor,”towhichPoliceChief MichaelMorrisseyadded,“Yeah,turnit down.”

AnotherordinancethatwasintroducedinJanuary,regardinguseofelectronicsignsinFenwickIsland,wasalso passedattheFeb.28meeting,after somediscussionbythecouncil.Magdeburgersaidtheissuewasinitially broughtupbytheformerWarren’sStationrestaurantownershipandSt. Matthew’sbytheSeaUnited MethodistChurchrepresentativesbut waslaterdroppedbyboth.

Theresultingordinancecontinues theTown’sprohibitionofelectronic signsbyanyoneexcepttheTown.The exceptionallowstheTowntousethe signinfrontofFenwickIslandTown Halltoinformthepublicabouttown meetingsandissues,andallowsthepolicedepartmenttouseelectronicsigns alongCoastalHighwaytowarndrivers aboutpedestriansandothersafetycon-

cerns.

Bortnerwasthesolevoteagainst passageofthenewsignageregulations, sayingshedidn’tbelievetherewere enoughrestrictionsonuseofdigital signsbytheTown.

“Idon’tfeelweshouldopenourselvesuptolawsuits,”shesaid,adding thatshedoesnotwantthetowntobecome“astrip”likeneighboringOcean City,Md.

Magdeburgertookexceptionto Bortner’scomments,callingthem“inaccurate”andaddingthatRoseMary Hoy,whochairsthetown’sDarkSky Committee,didnotobjecttotheordinance.

Meanwhile,thecouncilapproveda revisedversionofitsDarkSkyresolution,afterdecidinglastmonthtotone downthegroup’smissiontonotincludemakingpresentationsoutsidethe townonDarkSkyinitiatives—which focusonkeepinglightsourcesfromimpactinglifeinthearea—makingit moreofaneducationalresourceforthe Townanditsresidentsandvisitors.

Thecouncilalsoapprovedachange tobuildingregulationsthatrequiresremovalofallconstructionmaterials,includingportabletoilets,from constructionsiteswithinfivedaysofreceivingacertificateofoccupancy.

utilizedfederalESSERfundsreceived asaresultoftheCOVIDpandemic. Schooldistrictsbuildlocalreservebalancesinthefirstfewyearsfollowinga currentexpensereferendum.However, thosereservesareeventuallyspentdown asexpensesincreaseandinFiscalYear 2023,IRSDbeganoperatingata budgetdeficit.”

VotingonThursday,March20,is from7a.m.to8p.m.,anddistrictresidentswhoareU.S.citizensandatleast 18yearsofageareeligibletovoteatany ofthefollowingpollinglocations:East MillsboroElementarySchool,GeorgetownElementarySchool,IndianRiver HighSchool,LongNeckElementary School,LordBaltimoreElementary School,SelbyvilleMiddleSchool,SussexCentralHighSchoolandtheMillvilleCommunityCenter,locatedat 32517DukesDrive,inMillville.

Voterregistrationisnotrequired,but residentsmustprovideproofofidentificationorresidencyateachpollingplace. Absenteeballotsmayberequestedvia U.S.mailuntilnoononFriday,March 14.In-personabsenteevotingisavailableattheDepartmentofElections SussexCountyOfficeuntilnoonon Wednesday,March19.Formoreinformation,calltheDepartmentofElectionsSussexCountyOfficeat(302) 856-5367orbyemailat absenteesc@delaware.gov.Formoreinformationonthereferendumitself,call IndianRiver’sReferendumHotlineat (302)436-1079orvisitirsd.net/referendum.

OceanViewpoliceraisingfundsforevent

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Ticketsalesaregoingwellforthe FraternalOrderofPoliceLodgeNo. 16GolfTournament,organizedto raisefundsfortheannualCops& GoblinsHalloweenfestival,Ocean ViewPoliceChiefKenneth McLaughlintoldtheOceanView TownCouncilwhilepresentinghis monthlyreportattheTuesday,March 11,councilmeeting.

Thegolftournamentwillbefrom1 to7p.m.onMonday,April7,atBear TrapDunesGolfClub.Registration willbeginatnoon.

Ticketstogolfandhavedinner cost$125,orcost$40forthosewho prefertoonlyattendthebarbecue dinnerwithnon-alcoholicbeverages.

Tobeasponsor,callOVPDSgt. MarkBurtonat(302)539-1111.

McLaughlinsaidadine-and-donateeventisalsoplannedforTuesday, March25,attheOceanViewBrewingCompany,toraisefundsforCops &Goblins,whichissetfor1to4p.m. onSaturday,Oct.25.

Previously,Burtonhadtoldthe CoastalPointthereisnosetgoalfor fundsraisedfromthegolftournament butthatit’simportanttobringinas muchmoneyaspossible,because Cops&Goblinscostsabout$24,000. Attheannualevent,pizza,hamburgers,cheeseburgers,potatochips,bottledwaterandsodas,Rita’sice,ice creamandcandyareallfreetothe public.

Alsoduringhisreporttothecouncil,McLaughlinsaidthepolicedepartmentreceivedthank-younotes fromLawrenceandSuzanneCross, expressingappreciationforthepolice respondingtoassistemergencypersonnelwhenCrosssufferedaheartattackwhileatMariner’sBethelGlobal

Grisescholarship tobegranted tolocalstudent

ThePreceptorOmegaBetaSigma PhiSororityChapterthisspringwillbe grantingthe29thannualHowardD. GriseMemorialScholarshiptoaqualifiedhigh-schoolgraduate.Candidates mustresideintheIndianRiverHigh Schoolattendanceareaanddemonstrate acommitmenttothecommunity throughvolunteerism. Applicationsmaybeobtainedfrom IndianRiverHighSchoolorSussex TechnicalHighSchoolguidancecounselors,bymailat36155OldChurch Cemeter yRd.,FrankfordDE19945,or emailatchurley98@yahoo.com(put “Scholarship”insubjectline).TheapplicationdeadlineisApril29.

MethodistChurchonJan.19.

SuzanneCross,whowrotethe note,saidherhusbandhadhadbypass surgeryandisnowrecovering.

ThepolicedepartmentalsoreceivedanotefromtheNighttoShine teamatOceanViewChurchofChrist onFeb.7,thankingofficersforattendingtheannualpromforthedevelopmentallydisabled.

“Itwascomfortingtohavepolice available,ifneeded,duringtheevent. Itisanaddedbenefitbecauseour guestshavebecomesocomfortable havingpolicearound,”thenotestated.

Councilintroduces2026-fiscalyearbudget

Thecouncilatthisweek’smeeting alsointroducedthe2026budget,which includesa2-centpropertytaxincrease per$100ofassessedpropertyvalue.

AttheTuesday,Feb.11,council meeting,TownManagerCarolHouck hadexplainedthattheproposedtaxincrease—followingthreeyearswithno taxhike—wouldbringthetaxrateto $0.2578per$100ofassessedvalue.At thebudgetworkshopthisweek,she saidtheincreasewouldmeanproperty ownerswouldpayanadditional$54to $126intaxesperyear,dependingon thevalueoftheproperty.

TheTown’sproposedOperating Budgetis$6.4million,andtheTown’s CapitalProgramproposalisfor$1.6 million.

Thebudgetwillbeonthetown councilagendaattheTuesday,April8, meeting.OceanViewisrequiredto passthebudgeteachyearbyMay1.

HouckalsosaidthattheTown’s biggestexpenseispublicsafety,which istypicalbecausethatdepartmentrepresentsthehighestnumberofemployees.OceanViewresidentsreapthe benefitsofhavingastrongpolice modelandprofessionalism,andthe townisconsistentlyrecognizedasone ofthesafesttownsinDelaware,she said.

“Absenttheidentificationofnew revenuesourcesorcutstoservices,we currentlyanticipatea1-centtaxrate increasewillalsobenecessaryin FY27,”the2026budgetdocument states.“Ourcoderequired,everyfive years,fulltownreassessmentwillbe conductedinFY27forFY28taxrate settingandbilling.However,afullreviewwillbeconductedoftheSussex CountyreassessmentduringFY26, whichmayresultintherecommendationtomovetotheCounty’sreassessment,whichisnowrequiredtoremain current.”

The2026-fiscal-yearbudgetpro-

posalwasimpactedbyhigherestimatedcostsforequipment,materials, supplies,healthcare premiumsand newlymandatedpaidfamilymedical leaveinsurance.Transfertaxrevenueis alsoexpectedtodecline,andnew-constructionpermitrevenue“wasakey driverforourlong-rangefinancial planningforecast,”thedocument states.

Fast-foodordinance onAprilagenda

Councilisexpectedtodiscussanordinanceconcerningfast-foodrestaurantsattheTuesday,April8,council meeting.Apublichearingandfirst readingoftheordinancewillbeonthe agenda,andthesecondreadingis plannedattheTuesday,May13,meeting.

Thisweek,OceanViewMayorJohn ReddingtontoldtheCoastalPointthat theTownhasn’thadanordinanceregardingfast-foodrestaurantsbuttown officialsarenotopposedtothem.

“No,we’renottryingtokeepthem out.Wewanttobesurewe’redoingthe rightthingsandnotgoingintoastrip mall-typething,”hesaid.

Therearenofast-foodrestaurantsin Ocean Viewatpresent,andReddington saidnonehaveexpressedinterest.

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SpecialtotheCoastalPoint•Submitted BrettDanverofBethanyBeachisbeing rememberedforhiskindnessandhumor duringa20-yearcareerattheGiantsupermarket,butfamilyandfriendssaid thisweekhislifewasmuchmorethan that.

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

Newcomerstotheareamighthave wonderedinrecentweekswhatwas meantbysignsthatpoppedupasking, “Areyoubehavingyourself?”

ButanyonewhovisitedtheGiant supermarketinMillvillemorethanonce inthepast20yearsknewexactlywhat thesignsmeant,asnewsofthelossof longtimeGiantemployeeBrettDanver spreadquickly.

Danver,52,collapsedanddiedjust afterarrivingforworkonThursday,Feb. 20.HewasknowntoGiantcustomers asthefriendlyguywhocollectedcarts forhourseachday,oftenchattingwith themandaskinghistrademarkquestion:“Youbehavingyourself?”

HisGiantfriendsmaynotknow, however,thatDanverwasalsoacancer survivor,ahardworkingstudent,andan accomplishedathleteandequestrian. Hewasabelovedmemberofhisfamily, whichincludedhisparents,brother,two sistersandthe10niecesandnephewsto whomhewasgodfather.Italsoincluded hisBethanyBeach“family”oflongtime neighbors andfriends.

“Ihavelostthemanwhotaughtme asmuchasanybodyaboutwhatit meanstobementallyandphysically tough,”Danver’syoungerbrother,Brian, saidatthememorialserviceheld Thursday,March6,atSt.Peter’sEpiscopalChurchinLewes.

WhenDanverwas5monthsold,he

developedahighfeveranddoctors,his brothersaid,“didnotexpecthimtolive, duetothetraumaonhisbrainandhis body.

“Brettandmyparentshadother plans,”BrianDanversaidofhisbrother and theirparents,JohanneandHenry Danver.“Hedefeatedtheillnessand beganlearninghowtoswimtwo monthslater.”

Whenhewas4,Danver’sparentsintroducedhimtohorsebackriding.Asa teenager,in1987,hewonhisdivisionat theillustriousDevonHorseShowin Pennsylvania.Healsotookgreatpride, hismothersaid,inhavingriddenProletariat—agranddaughterofTriple CrownwinnerSecretariat.

Inhighschool,Danverdiscovered cross-countryand,althoughBrianDanverrecalledthathisbrotherstruggledto findhisfootinginthesport,“Byhis senioryear,Bretthadimproveddramaticallyandoftenfinishednearthefront ofthepack.”

Danverlovedbeingoutside,andin thesummermonths,hecouldoftenbe foundbodyboardingwithfriendsand relativesinBethanyBeach,andplaying backyardballgamesattheThirdStreet cottagewherehewaspartoffivegenerationswhohadspenttimethereand learnedtolovetheocean.

One familyfriend,KiernanYelverton Stroup,saidinamessagesharedwith theDanverfamilythat,forBrettDanver,thebeachis“aplacetorecover,tobe withthepeopleIloveandtakestockof theyearI’vehad.

“Bretthasalwaysbeenoneofthe bestpartsofit,”Stroupsaid.“Itcouldbe onedaysinceI’dseenhimor11 months,andI’dgetthatexactsame widesmileandmischievouseyesasking

mybrothersandIifweweregetting intotrouble.

“Thebeachwillfeelemptierthis summer,andlonelier,butIwillstill smilewhenIthinkofBrettandhow manydifferentpeopleinmyfamilyhe’s touchedwithhiskindness,”hesaid.

BobSuttmiller,manageroftheMillvillestore,saidDanverwasavalued employee,recallingthatheoftenreferredtohimselfasthestore’s“outside manager.”Therewere56ofDanver’s Giantcoworkersatthememorialservicelastweek.

Theonlyreasonthereweren’tmore, Suttmillersaid,wasthat“thestorehad tostayopen.”

SuttmillerrecalledthatDanver greetedhimintheparkingloteachday andthathehasnotgottenusedtonot hearinghis“Morning,Bob”greeting eachday.

Asthestore’s“outsideambassador,” Danveroftenchattedwithcustomersas hegatheredcarts,walkingwiththem intothestore,Suttmillersaid.

“Thatmancouldtalk,”hesaidwitha chuckle.

Describinghisbrother’sjokingdemeanor,oftenathisfamily’sexpense, BrianDanverlastweekrecalledone particulardaywhenheandhismom weredrivingBrettDanvertowork,and asalways,passedasmallpondnearthe

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Giantstore.Theyremarkedontheconstantpresenceofatrioofducks—two malesandafemale.

AsBrianandJohanneDanverjokinglyponderedthe“arrangement”betweenthethreeducks,Brettpipedup.

“Youmorons!”hesaid.“Thoseducks arefake.They’rejustdecoys!”

Athismemorialservice,Danver’s sister Shannonsaidherbrother“never lethisspeechandlanguagebeabarrier incommunicating.Hefreelysharedhis lifewitheveryone,”shesaid.

Whilehehadapenchantforcollectingthings,Shannonsaid,“themostimportantthinghecollectedinhislifewas friends.

“Brettmayneverhavemarriedand neverhadanychildren,buthecreateda biggerfamilyoffriendsthananyoneI know,”shesaid.

Hismother,Johanne,saidthatwhen Danverwasdiagnosedwithembryonal sarcomain2013,hisprognosiswasscary —it’sarare,aggressivecancerwitha five-yearsurvivalrateofabout50percent.

She praisedthetreatmenthereceivedatGeorgetownUniversityHospitalandVirginiaCancerSpecialistsfor savinghislife,butBrianDanveralso creditedhisbrother’sinternaltoughness inhisdefeatofsuchaseriousdisease, treatmentforwhichincludedtheremovalofpartofhisliver,rearrangement ofhisbileductandarigorousmonthslongscheduleofchemotherapy.

SuttmillersaidDanver’sattitudeto-

wardlifewasimpactedbyhiscancer survival,ashenowuseditasabenchmarkforwhatwashard—andwhat wasn’t.Onparticularlybadweatherdays, herecalled,Danver’sonlycommentwas, “It’snotasbadashavingcancer.”

JohanneDanversaidthefamilyis waitingtoreceiveresultsofpostmortem teststodeterminewhatcausedherson’s death.Theysuspecthiscancerhadreturned,butsaidtheyaregratefulthathe didn’tknow.Shesaidtheyhopethe testingcanhelpdoctorslearnmore aboutthedisease.

Thedesiretohelpothersinthe midstofpersonalpainextendstothe charitythefamilyissuggestingfriends donatetoinDanver’smemory,Team Mathias.Itisnamedforayoungboy whosefamilyisfriendswithDanver’s sister,Danielle.MathiasGiordanowas 13yearsoldwhenhediedofsarcoma, althoughadifferenttypethanthat whichDanverhad.

Giordano’smother,Roya,saidthis weekthatshe,Mathias,herhusband, Chris,andMathias’brotherTroy formedTeamMathiastohelpother familieswithday-to-dayexpensesduringachild’scancertreatments.

ItwasMathias’ideatohelpothers throughafoundation,shesaid,when “Herealizedothersdidn’thavethesame thingshedid.”Thefoundationhassince movedtowardmakingfinancialcontributionstofamilies,havingraised $600,000overall—$100,000ofthat

justinthepastyear,Giordanosaid.

SinceMathiaswasasoccerplayer, oneofthethingsthefamilyhascontinuedtoprovideisafamilyoutingtoa D.C.Unitedgameforafamilyfacinga cancerdiagnosis.

“We’resmallbutmighty,”shesaid. “We’rejusttryingtomakeadifference.” SuttmillersaidthecommunityoutpouringofsupportforDanverandfor hisheartbrokencoworkershasbeen comforting—particularforthosewho werepresentthedayhedied.Abook offeredforpeopletowritememoriesof Danverisupto30pagesofcomments, he said,nottomentiontheflowersand cardsthathavebeenbroughtin.

Danver’scoworkersatGiantplanto erectaplaqueinhishonorinthestore. Meanwhile,hissisterShannonhada suggestionforanyonewhowantstorememberhimbydoingasmallactof kindness.

“Bretthadaservant’sheartandused hisgifttomaketheworldabetter place,”shesaid.Inhismemory,she urged,“serveothers.And,perhaps,bring acartinside.”

Hermothersaidthisweekthatshe’s heardfromafamilyfriendinMaryland that,inBrettDanver’shonor,theyhave begundoingjustthat,alongwiththeir children.

“That’ssweet,”shesaid. TodonatetoTeamMathiasinBrett Danver’smemory,gotowww.teammathias.org.

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Above,DiFebo’sJeffOsias,left,takesamomentwithJustinJennings’parents,Craig andMaryEllenNantaisduringaCookingforaCausefundraisertobenefitJustin’s BeachHouse.Topright,representativesfromDiFebo’sandM&TBankreadyforaction.

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DiFebo’sItalianrestaurantrecently contributed$1,386,plusproceedsfrom rafflesandotherdonationsmadeat CookingforaCause,afundraiserto benefitJustin’sBeachHouse.

Theeventwasajointventureof

DiFebo’sinBethanyBeachandM&T Bank,tohelpsupporttheBeachHouse, whichprovidescomplimentaryvacation weeksforcancerpatientsandtheirfamilies.

“M&Twashonoredtopartnerwith DiFebo’srestaurantforCookingfora Cause,bringingourDelawarecommunitytogetherinsupportofJustin’s

BeachHouse,avitalrefugeforfamilies facingcancer.Weareproudtosupport localorganizationsthatshareourcommitmenttobuildingastronger,more compassionatecommunity,”saidMark Hutton,M&TBankregionalpresident forgreaterDelaware.

TheSunday,March9,eventincluded araffleandsilentauction,Jeanette Breck,M&Taccountcoordinator,said, addingthatthefundraiserwastimely becauselastyearmorethan7,000 Delawareresidentswerediagnosedwith cancer.

ChrisCoyle,secretaryontheboard ofdirectorsforJustin’sBeachHouse, toldtheCoastalPointthatM&TBank hadapproachedDiFebo’sandBeach Houserepresentativesabouthavinga

fundraiser“totakecareofongoingexpensesformaintainingthehouseand havingguestscomein.”

Lastyear,about30familiesstayedat thehouseinBethanyBeach.

“ Wehavepatientswithongoingcancertreatmentsandtheirfamiliescoming inforaweek.Theyareallages.Wehave hadthemfrom5yearsoldto74,all undercancertreatments.Wehelppeoplealloverthecountry.Therearemany cancertreatmentfacilitiesallaroundthe countrythatsendpatientsourway. Thesepeopleareinongoingcancer treatment,”Coylesaid.

“Weprovideaplaceforthemto comeforaweekandrelax.Wehavea

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ABCpreppingbicyclesforsummerworkers

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

AssistingBicycleCommuters(ABC) —Mariner’sBethelGlobalMethodist Church’sprogramtoprovidebicycles forthosewhoneedlocaltransportation, especiallyJ1studentsworkingatthe beach—thisweekbeganinspecting scoresofdonatedbicyclesandoutfitting themwithsafetygear.

“Ourcredoisanybodywhowantsto workoughttobeabletohavetransportationtogettowork,evenifitis somethingasfundamentalasbicycle transportation—95percentisJ1students,”saidDaveSykes,whoorganizes theprogram.

VolunteersgatheredTuesday,March 4,totakeinventory,inspect300bicycles

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fundthattakescareofthehouseand theirstay.Wedon’tpayformeals,but wehavealotofpartnerswhodonate, includingSaltedRimthatprovidesa meal.”

AMemorialDayweekend5Krun alsohelpsraisefunds.Registerat www.justinjennings.org.

Justin’sBeachHouseislocatedon

andreconditionthem.

“Everyyear,webringthemallout. Wegothroughthemandgivethemone morevisualinspection,andwetagthem usingacolor-codedtaggingsystemso weknowthestatusofthebikes.While theshopisempty,wegetthebrooms outandwecleanitout,”hesaid,referring totheprogram’sstorageshopon Mariner’spropertyinOceanView.

Financialsupportfromthecommunityisneeded,Sykessaid.

“SafetyisourNo.1priority.We workcloselywiththelocalpolicedepartments.Theyareallaboutsafety.We putthekidsthroughamandatorytrainingprogramwhentheycometogeta bike,aroad-safetytrainingprogram withsomeofourvolunteerswhoarenationallyaccreditedbicycletrainingex-

GarfieldParkwayinBethanyBeach, aboutamilefromtheoceanandboardwalk.ItwasbuiltinmemoryofJustin Jennings,whodiedfromcanceratage 19.Itopenedin2009andhasfivebedroomsandfiveandahalfbathrooms, and isaccessibletothosewhoaredisabledorinwheelchairs.

WilmingtonnativeJenningswasdiagnosedwithamalignantbraintumor inJuly1998,fourweeksbeforehe startedhisfreshmanyearatPennState University.Afteryearsofbravelycom-

perts,”hesaid.

OnWednesday,June11,theBethany BeachPoliceDepartmentwillpresenta safetyclinicforJ1studentsatSt.Ann CatholicChurch.

EachJ1studentwhogetstheloanof abikealsogetsahelmet,andthisyear theplanistoalsogiveeachofthema $35reflectivebackpack.Lastyear,220 studentsreceivedbicycles,sotohelppay forthatmanybackpacks,ABCisapplyingforgrantsandmeetingwithorganizationsandelectedofficialstoobtain funding.InMay,therewillbeabike saletohelpraisefunds.Todonate,visit www.marinersbethel.org.

“Theseyoungfolks—theseJ1students—comeoverhereandtheyare suchacriticalcomponentofthestaffing population.Therearenotenoughlocal

pletingcollegecourses,workinginconstruction,thenrelapsing,hediedin 2000.

“Sunday,June25,2000,beganasall thepreviousdays—50needleswerelabeledandreadytobeadministeredto Justin.Inthemiddleoftheafternoon, he startedtohavedifficultybreathing. Justindiedat5:40p.m.surroundedby theloveofhisfamily.Justinwasburied onJune29,abright,sunnyday.Onhis headstonearehisbelovedNittany Lions,aswellastheline,‘Don’tworry,

youngpeople,sotheyarecriticalinhelpingtostaffourbusinessesduringthe summer.Inaroundaboutway,wearereallyhelpingthebusinesses,”Sykessaid.

“TheJ1programisaculturalexperience.Itallowsthemtocomeoverto work,butitalsoletsyoungpeoplewho maybeincollegehaveanopportunity to comeoverhere.Theyhaveafavorableexperience,anditshapestheir opinionofAmericaandtheytakethat backwiththem.That’simportant,becausesomeofthemwillbeworldleaders.”

Theannualwelcomepicnicforthe studentswillbeonTuesday,June24,at St.Martha’sEpiscopalChurchin BethanyBeach.

Anyoneinneedofabicyclecancall thechurchofficeat(302)539-9510.

behappy,’fromtheBobbyMcFarrin song,Justin’sthemethroughhisshort life,”theBeachHousewebsite www.justinjennings.orgstates.

“Uponhisdeath,Justin’sfamily startedthisfoundationtobringtolife Justin’sdesiretohelpothers.Justin spent hissummersintheBethany Beachareawithhisfamily.Duringhis illness,Justinwashappytohavethe beachasanescape,evenifitwasjustfor aweekendorthedayafterchemo,”the websitestates.

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Embraceaparade,butpleasedoitsafely

Everyonelovesaparade,right?

Well,weshouldhavesaid“mostpeople,”right?Thereisnothing thateverybodyagreesonthesedays,andwe’recertaintherearesome curmudgeonsouttherejustballinguptheirfistsattheverythought ofaparadebringingotherpeoplejoy.

Regardless,mostpeopledoloveaparade,beitinamajorcityor inasmalltown.It’sanopportunitytohearmusic,seepeopleincostumes,embraceaprideinyourcommunityand,well,smilealot.Yes, thereisusuallyalotoftrafficbothbeforeandafteranyparade,and thatcangiveonepause,butonceyou’rethereandfindyourspot, everyoneelsedoestheworkforyouandtheentertainmentgoesright pastyou.

OurneighborstothesouthinOceanCityareholdingoneof theirbiggesteventsoftheyearthisweekend,withtheirannualSt. Patrick’sDayparadeandfestival,onSaturday,March15.Itwillstart at57thStreetatnoon,andheadsouthto45thStreetShoppingCen-

ter,wheretheTownsaystherewillbeviewingbleachersandthe judge’sstand.

Thisisapopulareventeveryyear,andthecelebrationwillrun from11a.m.to3p.m.intheshoppingcenterparkinglot.Andspirits willbehighallaroundtown,alldayandnight.Whichbringsusto ournextpoint...

AccordingtoOceanCityofficials,theOceanCityPoliceDepartmentreceivesgrantfundingforenhanceddrunk-drivingenforcement,and“officerswillconduct24hoursofspecializedpatrols targetingalcohol-anddrug-impaireddrivers.ItisafocusfortheDepartment,andrightfullyso,asthelivesofboththeimpaireddrivers andinnocentciviliansareatstake.”

Ifyou’reheadingoutforSt.Patrick’sDay,andyouplanonenjoyingsomeadultbeveragestocelebrate,donotdrive.Donotgetina carwithsomeoneelsewhoisimpairedanddriving. Onewaytonotloveaparadeistoruinyourlife.Besmart.

Goingbracket-bustingwithsomecoolthings

TheDelawareStateChamberofCommerceanditsaffiliate,theDelawareManufacturingAssociation(DMA),recently decidedtocelebratethestate’smanufacturingindustrybyembracingallthings“MarchMadness,”andmakingtheirown bracket—releasingtheTop16intheirCoolestThingMade inDelawareContest.

Forthoseblissfullyunaware,the“MarchMadness”referencepointstotheNCAABasketball Tournaments,andtheinsanepopularity ofpeoplefillingouttheirbracketsto predictthetournament’sfinalfour teamsand,ultimately,settlingona champion.

Point of No Return

Darin J. McCann

Foryears,thebracketshavedominatedwater-coolerconversationsatofficesacrossthesefruitedplains,unitedfriendsfromacrossthe countryforafewweeksofcontestedtrash-talkandshiftedthe nation’seconomyastonsofdollarbillschangedhandswhile “OneShiningMoment”filledtheairasconfettifellonthe championshipteam.

inDoverandisaboutasDelawareasitgets.Plus,youknow... apictureofasuper-handsomeguyonpage13everyweek,so wehavethatgoingforus.Whodoesn’tlovealittleeye-candy?

•DiFebo’schickencutletshouldbeonanylist—Idon’t careifit’sthecoolestthingsmadeinDelawareorthebest foodtoeatwhilechasingBigfoot.Itbringsmejoy.

•Memories.HowmanymemoriesaremadeonfamilyvacationsinFenwickIsland,SouthBethany andBethanyBeacheveryyear?How manymemoriesaremade,andthensubsequentlylostinanightinDewey Beach?“Delaware:Wehelpyoumake memories,evenifyoumightloseafew alongtheway.”

•Astronomicalelectricbillsand maybe-yes-maybe-nocableservice.Lookingforyourutilities togiveyourheartthatjumpstartitmightneed?Enjoysomeof whatDelawareoffers.

So,awholebunchoffolksstartdoingbracketsthistimeof yeariswhatI’mslowlygettingaroundtosaying.

Withoutfurtherado,hereisthelistof16itemsmadein Delawarethathaveadvancedto“TheSweet16”:AResolve HandheldRamanSpectrometer,byAgilentTechnologies; Avbirth,byAvkinHealthcareSimulation;mead,byTheBrimmingHornMeadery;CRISPRinaBox,byChristianaCare GeneEditingInstitute;BloodyMaryStickPacks,byDevil Dave’s;craftbeer,fromDogfishHeadCraftBrewery;Ikonic PolishingPadsforsemiconductorfabrication,byDuPont; PlaytexSportsTampons,byEdgewellPersonalCare;Apple PieIceCream,fromHopkin’sFarmCreamery;Spacesuits,by ILCDover;SpinDisk,byLaMotte;chickenwings,from MountaireFarms;Scrapple,byRapa;HotWheelsDouble DareLoop,byStagingDimensions;TalinoForensicWorkstations,bySumuriLLC;andAll-NighterIceCream,byUDairy Creamery.

Quitealist,right?Beforewediveintoodeeply,therearea fewomissionsI’dliketopointoutthatIwouldhavepersonally includedonthelist.

•TheCoastalPointisproducedinOceanViewandprinted

•Politicalwarfarethatdividesthepopulousandagitatesthe generalemotionalhealthofanentiregroupofpeople?Nah,I haveahardtimegivingDelawarecreditforthatone.Butwe certainlyrepresentiteffectively.

•D. B.’sFries.Don’tbelieveme?Justwalkbythemona busysummerafternoonandletyournosedoyourthinking. You’llseewhatImean.

Now,asfortheSweet16puttogetherbytheChamberand DMA?It’sprobablyagoodlist,tobehonest.Tobefair,I’m notsmartenoughtoknowwhatsomeofthemedicaldevices do,andI’mnotevensmartenoughtoknowwhatsomeofthe medicaldevicesdoaftergooglingthem,butIhavehadthe applepieicecreamfromHopkin’s,approximately937million wingsfromMountaire,andmoreDogfishHeadinDewey thanIcanrememberovertheyears,soI’mprettyconfidentthe restofthelistislegitimate.

HowdoIseeitgoing?Well,ifwe’regenuinelygradingona “coolness”scale,I’dhavetostartoutwithspacesuits,right?I wasgoingtoalsogowiththeResolveHandheldRamanSpectrometer,butthenIrealizedithadnothingtodowhatsoever withramen,soIscratchedthatoffthelist.

Ithinkitcomesdowntospacesuitsandicecream,inmy eyes...Wait,canIeatthaticecreamwhilewearingaspacesuit?

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Canforareflectson45yearsinjournalism

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Itwasquiteafewyearsago,butthe memoryofthatadinmyhighschool newspaper,TheHurricaneCourier,is stillvivid.

“Wanted.Someonetodrawaweekly comicstrip.”

Atlunchthatday,Iaskedmyfriend MarcyLeeseifshecoulddraw.

“Yeah,alittlebit,”shesaidbetween bitesof“GondolaPizzaBoats,”ourfavoriteweeklyofferinginthatovercrowdedcafeteria.

“Icanwrite.Whatdoyouthink aboutcreatinganewcomicstripforthe

schoolpaper?”Iaskedher.And“Gemini andJodi”wasborn,looselybasedon mybestfriendJodiandayoungman shefoundattractive,nicknamedforhis astrologicalsign.

“GeminipoppedTheQuestionlast night,”Joditoldherfriendinoneofthe strips.

“Wow!Congratulations!”thefriend said,butadejectedJodihadtotellher TheQuestionwasGemini’sfavorite brandofbeer.

Thestripgainedpopularitywithour classmates,whoreaditineveryedition.

Afewmonthslater,attheChristmas dinner forthestaff,theguestspeaker

wasaseasonedreporterformyhometownnewspaper,TheNewCastleNews inwesternPennsylvania.My15-yearoldheartwassetonbeingaveterinarian,andIhadalreadystartedtaking college-prepbiologyclasses,butasIlistenedtohimtalkaboutthenewsbusiness,howeverydayisafreshstart, alwaysdifferent,howreportersareout onthestreetinterviewinganddoingresearchandmakingadifferenceasthey protectedtheFirstAmendment,Ifelt what mightbestbedescribedasacalling.

Iacceptedapositionasfeatures writerforthatsamedailynewspaperon

March19,1980.Fiveyearslater,IrelocatedtoOceanCity,Md.,andforthe past40yearshavewrittenfor,photographedforandeditednewspapersin theresorttown,inSalisbury,Md.,and, since2019,withanexemplarystaffat theCoastalPoint,andfreelancedfor manyregionalpublications.

Theysaya45thanniversaryshould bemarkedbysapphires,butthereal jewelisthelifeofanewspaperreporter —nosethours,findingoutfirst,getting therefast,makingcalls,corneringofficials,watchingtrends,scratchingseeminglyillegiblenotesonapad,tapping outarticlesonyourphoneinthecar withonlyminutesuntildeadline.

I’vecoveredmurders,drownings, fires,heart-wrenchingdeathsofchildren,courtcases,drugbusts,tragiccar crashes,robberies.Isatinaself-help groupforprisonersservinglifesentences forhorriblecrimes.Somehadn’t seentheirfamiliesindecades.Allof themwereperfectgentlemenwhoheld thedoorformeandcalledme“ma’am.” TheywereconvincedIcouldchange then-MarylandGov.ParrisGlendening’smindandgetparoleforthem.I couldn’t.

IattendedafuneralfortheDalmatianthatrodewithfirefightersinSalisburyandwatchedasthecrew,formalin dressblues,tenderlyburiedtheirbest friend.Reportersaren’tsupposedtocry while they’recoveringeventhemost touchingevents,butthattimeIdid. IspentaneveningwithTheMamas &thePapasintheirhotelroomin OceanCityaftertheirshow,interviewedthemandwroteanarticle,as wellasinterviewingKennyRogers’ mother,Lucille;LouRawls;Crystal Gayle;Alabama;NeilSedak;Dr.Ben Carson;LucyArnaz;anddozensof others.Myfavoriteinterviewwaswith old-timecomedianRedSkelton,who wasinOceanCityforashowandwho hadspenttheprecedingafternoonwith aroomfulofreporters.

In1999,thefilm“RunawayBride” wasfilmedindowntownBerlin,Md., andIwasthere,talkingtoagregarious GarryMarshall,thedirector,and watchingafriendlyJuliaRobertsand grumpyRichardGere—whoaskedthe chiefofpolicetohavemeremovedfrom apublicstreet—asfilmingcontinued forweeks.StreetsindowntownBerlin wereclosedforabigpartywhenthe moviewasreleased.Ilingeredinthe desserttent,ascloseasIcouldgetto the frostedbananacake,andwenthome withanarmloadofsouvenirs,including anautographedcopyofMarshall’sauto-

RealEDvice

Whilethere areamyriadof factorstoconsider,Iwilladdressjusta coupleforthis column.Forsimplicity,myanswer is“Dothemath.” Factorstoconsiderwhenweighing thecostvs.benefitareyourcurrent expenses.Forexample,ifyouwantto doa“cashout”refinancetopayoff high-interestcreditcards,usingequityfromyourhomemaybethebest decision,butahomeequityline mightbethebetterchoiceoverrefinancingyourfirstmortgage.

Howlongyouintendtokeepthe propertyalsoisakeyfactor.Ifyou don’tplantoownthehomeformore thanayearortwo,then,arefinance toloweryourpaymentmightnot saveyoumoneyifthebreakeven analysisshowsthatitwilltakemore thantwoyearsbeforethelowerpaymentoffsetstheclosingcosts.

Itiscriticallyimportanttotalk withyourmortgageprofessionalto ensuretheyhaveanunderstandingof

yourgoalsandfutureplans,sothat theycanprovideyouwithboththe prosandconsofrefinancingandtell youwhetherornottorefinance.A trustworthyloanofficerwilltellyou no.

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It’snotonly abouttheinterest rate.That’smy firstresponse aboutthisweek’s question!Many factorsshouldbe consideredand, yes,interestrate isonereason,butnottheonlyreason.Questionstoponderwouldbe: doyouhaveotherdebtsyou’dliketo consolidateandpayoff?Maybeso,if they’reathighinterestrates.Would youliketodohomeimprovements andtakeequityoutofyourhometo

payforthosecosts?

Areyouconsideringdiversifying andbuyingadditionalrealestate? Perhapstakingequityoutofyour currenthomecouldbeusedfora downpayment/closingcosts?Would youliketochangethetermofyour loan(forexample,changefroma30yeartoa15-yearfixed)?Andfinally, yes,ifyourinterestrateishigher thancurrentmarket,dependingon howmuchyou’dsavemonthlyby gettingalowerrate,itmightbea timetoconsiderarefinance.

Thereareclosingcostswhenyou refinance,sodiscussallofyourpossibilitieswithamortgageconsultant whocanlayoutallofthenumbers foryou,aswellastheprosandcons. Thenyou’llknowifyoushouldpull thetriggernoworwait.

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nancingisthebestoptionforyou. Thereareseveralfactorstothink aboutbeforerefinancing.Interest ratesarealwaysthefirstthingto consider.Whencurrentratesare lowerthanyourexistingrate,refinancingcanpotentiallysaveyou money,butyouneedtobeawareof whatyour“breakevenpoint”is.If yourintentistosellyourhomein theshortterm,thentheexpensesof refinancingmaybecost-prohibitive. However,ifyouareswitchingloan productsfromanadjustable-rate mortgagetoafixed-ratemortgage, takingcashoutforhomeimprovementsordebtconsolidation,oreliminatingyourprivatemortgage insurance(PMI),thenrefinancing canbeanexcellentoption.JusteliminatingPMIfromamonthlymortgagepaymentcouldsave homeownershundredsofdollarsper month.

Whetheryou havebeeninyour housefortwo years,10yearsor 20years,always runthenumbers withamortgage professionalto determineifrefi-

Refinancingcanbeasmartfinancialmove,butit’simportanttocarefullyassessallfactorsbeforedeciding ifit’stherightchoiceforyou.Alwaysconsultwithyourlendertodetermineifrefinancingisthebest optionforyoursituation.

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With a nod to the area’s coastal aesthetics, Brentwood will feature incredible amenities including a pool with patio area, kids’ splash pad, a clubhouse, gym, sports field, and dog park! What’s more, Brentwood is the only new home community in the area to feature indoor AND outdoor pickleball courts.

Brentwood o ers award-winning floor plans and many of the homesites have pond or common space views so your home is beautiful inside and out.

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Hardimanembraces‘DaretobeDull’concepts

ByJerryHardiman SpecialtotheCoastalPoint

Ijustfinishedreading,forthesecondtime,anexciting1983book,“Dare tobeDull”byJosephL.Troise.“Exciting”isprobablythewrongword.The bookisaMontyPython-typehumorousguidetoamorecontentedlife,free fromtheself-imposedpressureand stressofconformingtothelatest trends.Thatincludesextremeexercise programsandsports,exoticforeign

travel,foodandfashionfads,andgoing toeventsjusttobeseen.

AccordingtoTroise,thesolutionto thestressofthisexhaustingandexpensiveeffortistoembracethecomfortof dullness.Hereareafewexamples: Forexercise,herecommends “WeightWatching.”Thisinvolvesplacingweightsonthefloor,standingover themandjustwatching.It’sgoodtorememberthatsomeweightsarecalled “dumbbells.”Startingslow,just1-2 minutesatfirst.Youcanincreasethe

weightandwatchingtimegradually. Butdon’toverdoit.Thisiscalled“resistance training.”

Asforrelentlessjogging,Troiseadvisesthattheonlyreasonyoushouldbe runningisifyou’rebeingchasedbya wildanimaloraderangedperson.Insteadofexpensiveanddangerousforeigntravel,herecommendsa subscriptiontoNationalGeographic. Whytakechances?

“DaretobeDull”plantedaseed. Then,in1988,fourfriendsinNewYork

Cityagreedthattheyweren’tinterested inanyofthelatestfads,suchasrock climbing,skydiving,fencingormartial arts.Itoccurredtothemthattheywere probablyconsidereddullincomparison, andtheydecidedtoformwhatwebelievewasthefirstDullMen’sClub.(All thiswasaccomplishedinaconversation inabar.)

Theyorganizedtheirownactivities, suchaswatchingelevatorracesin Macy’sdepartmentstore,andmeeting todiscusssubjectsincludingtirepressure,potholesandtrashcollection. Theirhistoricalexample,inspiredothers andthedull“movement,”ifwecancall it that,reallygrew.

AccordingtoareportintheWashingtonPostinDecember2024,there arenowmorethan1.5millionmenand womeninclubsfor“dullsters.”(Some

biography.

EverySeptember,myNanticoke friends—whoIliketothinkhave adoptedmeasanhonoraryNanticoke —blessmewithsmolderingsageand invitemeintothedancecircletotake photographsattheannualpowwow. Ihadthehonorofwritingarticles afterlongtimeOceanCityMayorFish Powelldied,aswellaswhenthecommunitysaidgoodbyetonewsmanGreg Bassett,mydearfriendandco-worker, andMelToadvine,mymentor.And, withgreatcare,Iwrotebothofmyparents’obituaries.

“Beinganewspaperreporteristhe greatestjob.It’sanhonor.You’remeant forit,kid.You’regoingtofallinlove withit,”BartRichards,thegruff,cigarchewingeditorImetyearsago,toldme. Idid.

“Neverforgetthis,younglady.Newspaperreportersareacutabovetherest,” hesaidfrombehindacloudofcigar smoke.

KindofhardtoimaginewhenIcan’t evenputmyfavoritePilotgelpeninmy pocketwithoutmanagingtogetablob ofblueinkonmyLevi’s.

Whenit’stimeformetoascendinto that bignewsroominthesky,I’mgoing todieatmydesk,inkstainsonthe sleevesofmywhiteshirts,listeningto JohnFogerty,asIalwaysdoondeadline,threeorfourblacklicoricejellybeansinmyhand.

Untilthen,here’stothegreatestcareerakidfromwesternPennsylvania couldhaveimaginedwhenshestarted writingthatcomicstrip.Andhere’sto thenextsapphireanniversary.

Letters

Keeleyresponds topreviouscolumn

Editor:

IamwritingtooffertwobriefcommentsontheSierraClub’sguestcolumnintheFeb.28CoastalPoint.

First,theSierraClubwritesabout cleanenergybutnotoncementionsseriouscleanenergy!I’mnotsurprised thattheywouldnotmentionnuclear energy.It’sobviousthatpeopleserious aboutenergyproductionarethinking moreandmoreaboutnuclearenergy. Nuclearenergyisclearlythesourcethat cansupplytheuninterruptedelectricity powerfulenoughtomeetnormalprojectedneeds.Justtheelectricitythatwill beneededfortheelectriccarsthatthe goodpeopleinDoverthinkweshould

allbedriving.Itwouldbeniceifelectricitycouldmagicallyappeartosupport theirwhimsicallaws.

SecondistheirlowopinionofPJM, theorganizationresponsibleforthe electricgridinmostoftheNortheasternpartofourcountry.Perhapsthey wouldbebetteroffbemoaningthelack ofnew/additionalfacilitiestogenerate electricityfortherapidlyapproaching demandsonbothsupplyanddistribution.Ihaveapersonalinterestand knowledgeofPJMandknowforafact thattheyhavebeenperformingwell withwhattheymustworkwith.And forsometime,theyhavebeenwarning aboutfuture“blackouts”thatwillresult becauseofthelackelectricityandthe limitsofthecurrentgridsystem.

WehereinDelawarehavenotexpe-

riencedrolling“blackouts”thatdictate the useofavailableelectricpower.Many ofourfellowcitizensinthisgreatcountryhaveenduredthediscomforta “blackout”delivers.Unfortunately,the SierraCluborthegoodpeoplein Doverseem,bytheiractions,unconcernedwithsuchconsequences!

ThomasM.KeeleyIII OceanView

Readerready forwindtalktoend

Editor:

Ican’tbelievethatourDelaware electedofficialsandunelectedbureaucratsarestilltryingtojamtheoffshorewindmillprojectdownour throats.Itseemstomakenodiffer-

encethatover80percentoftheresidentsthatwerepolledareagainstthe project.Italsoseemstomakenodifferencethatitwilldisruptouroffshoreaquaticlife,bedisastroustoour fishingindustry,affectourtourismindustrywithbrokenbladesandoil spills,anddisturb3R’sbeach.

Evidently,thepoliticiansinNew Jerseyarealotsmarterthanours,as theyhaverejectedthisprojectoffof theirshores.Thepoliticiansin Delawarearestillpushingforthis project,eventhoughpowergenerated willnotgotoDelawarebutwillallgo toMaryland.Incidentally,thepoliticiansonMaryland’sEasternShoreare alsoagainsttheproject,andwhy

arestillcalledDullMenClubs.) They’retakingapagefromAnnLeary’s bookofessays“I’veTriedtoBeNice”— namely,herobservationsaboutthe powerofindifferencethatcomeswith gettingolder.

Dullstersareindifferenttothepromotionof“hautecuisine”inexpensive restaurants,whichtranslatestomean minisculeportionsoftwotothreebites ofsomethingdescribedasfood,apretentiouspresentationandsnootyservice.

InotehereareportintheEconomist inFebruary2025thatagrowingnumber ofchefsandrestaurantsareturning downorreturningtheirprestigious MichelinTireCompanystars,saying: “We’renotthekindofplaceyoucome toinordertoworshipthechef.”They’re returningtoservingdeliciousnormal mealsatareasonableprice,withexcellentreviewsonsocialmediaandfinancialsuccess.

Dullstersarealsonotbuyingintothe latestfashiontrendswithtoo-tight,uncomfortableclothes.Comfortisprevailing.Andtheycertainlydon’tfeel compelledtoattendanyeventsjustto beseenasimportant.Toparaphrasea quoteofBritishnovelistJ.B.Priestley, “Oneofthedelightsofgettingolder, beyondthegraspofyouth,isthepleasureofNotGoing.”

Now,morethan40yearssince“Dare tobeDull,”peoplearecomingtotheir sensesanddaringtobeindependent. Rejectingtrendiness,they’remaking differentindividualplans,whichinclude bothmoderateexerciseandregularnaptime,takingcareofresponsibilitiesand helpingotherseveryday,andenjoying thetimewe’vebeengivenwithfamily andfriends.Howaboutyou?Wouldyou liketojointheranksofthenot-so-dull? It’sstress-freeandfun.Tryit.Itriple dogdareyou.

Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc Citrus and tropical fruits acked by characteristic herbaceous notes. An exuberant wine brimming with flavors of pineapple and stone fruit with a hint of herbaceousness on the palate. Reg. $16.00 $12.80

Oyster Bay Pinot Gris Delicately scented pear and nectarine with a crisp apple freshness and a hint of spice. It's floral, fruity and equally enjoyable as an aperitif or matched with food. Reg. $13.00 $10.40

Meiomi Pinot Noir Soft berry nose; spicy, rich, and long. A crisp, clean blend from three important appellations (Monterey, Santa Barbara, and Sonoma), each of which imparts a special character. Reg. $20.00 $16.00

Bread & Butter Chardonnay Opens with rich notes of vanilla bean and almond, balanced by a soft minerality and a hint of tropical fruit. Those creamy notes linger and join with savory oak, then lead to a long, smooth finish. Reg. $14.00 $11.20

Bogle Phantom Red Deeply luscious and succulent blackberries ignite this vintage of our rich ruby apparition. Aromas of anise and sweet fig are embraced by touches of black pepper. Reg.

firm tannins and just-a-hint of eucalyptus round out this exciting young wine. Reg. $50.00 $40.00

Please no special orders & IOU's Sale is IN STORE & ONLINE

Sonoma Cutrer Sonoma County Chardonnay Green-apple skin aromas and golden apple flavors are shaded with hints of caramel and pineapple in this flavorful and full-bodied wine. Reg. $25.00 $20.00

A to Z Pinot Noir Red and black cherries, and spice, the wine opens in the mouth with rich, red and blue fruits, dark spice and dusty tannins. Reg. $20.00 $16.00

Conundrum White Blend Flavors of apricot and pear. Notes of pineapple and mandarin orange. Reg.

Domaine Pichot Vouvray Aromas are honeydew, peach and a hint of spice. The palate is juicy, fresh and long, and the acidity balances the fruitiness. Reg. $19.00 $15.20

San Bonifacio Pinot Grigio Amazingly refreshing and perfectly balanced Pinot Grigio has primary fruit notes of pear, white nectarine, apple and lime. Reg. $11.00 $8.80

Whispering Angel Rose This is full of mouth watering flavor with a lovely texture. Light fruit flavors with a clean finish. Reg. $24.00 $19.20

Crowded House Sauvignon Blanc Vibrant, fresh and cleansing with a lovely precise framework carrying the fruit flavours to a long, pure and mouth watering finish. Reg. $17.00 $13.60

Kith & Kin Cabernet Sauvignon The complex structure of bold fruit,

$16.00 $12.80

$20.00 $16.00

La Crema Cabernet Sauvignon Notes of dark berries, black cherry, mocha, and subtle oak and spice. Reg. $42.00 $33.60

Matanzas Creek Sauvignon Blanc Notes of white and yellow peaches, apricot and quince. The palate is light to medium-bodied, gregarious and energetic full of flavor. Reg. $20.00 $16.00

Siduri Santa Barbara Pinot Noir Fresh raspberry, black plum and blueberry followed by a smooth, broad texture with medium acidity. Reg. $24.00 $19.20

Alexander Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Lush flavors of cherry, cassis, blackberry and chocolate. Reg. $25.00 $20.00

14 Hands "Hot to Trot" Red Blend A full body of mature berry and plum notes gives way to a spicy finish—the perfect beginning to your night. Reg. $13.00 $10.40

Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon Red berry fruits with hints of blackcurrant, along with savory champignon and forest floor notes. Reg. $23.00 $18.40

Cedrick Bardin Pouilly Fume Light-to-medium-bodied with crisp acidity, bright citrus flavours and flinty minerality. Reg. $29.00 $23.20

Alexander Valley Vineyards Rose Rich and full bodied with big flavors of strawberry, watermelon, raspberry and mint. Reg. $17.00 $13.60

Obituaries

ScottTilghmanBurroughs,39

ScottTilghmanBurroughs,39,of TellicoPlains,Tenn.,diedonJan.26, 2025.HewasbornonFeb.10,1986,in LosAngeles,Calif.

Hewasanaccomplisheddrummer, havingbeeninseveralbandsupand downtheEastCoast,fromNewJersey, theOuterBanks,ontoFloridaand throughouttheSouth.Heplayedwith severaldifferentbands,coverbands andSouthernrockbands,havingmade recordingsandtapeswithmanyother musicians,aswellashavingtaughtseveralyoungpeople,includinghis daughter,Amanda.Heplayedwiththe BeachBoysonJuly4attheNational MallinWashington,D.C.

HeleavesbehindhismanyFacebookfriendsandfollowersofhismany patrioticbeliefsandvalues.Hehad quitealifeofadventures,realand made-up,andwasastorytellerwho couldmakeapersonbelieveanything. Healsolovedtocook,hadmany,many cookbooks,andpridedhimselfonall hislife’saccomplishments.

Hislifewasoftendifficultandfull ofdemons,buthehadaphenomenal senseofhumorandremembered everythingheeverheard.Helovedto travelandhadlivedinseveralstates throughouthislife,andtraveledin

manymore.Heismissedterriblyby thosewholovehim.

Burroughsissurvivedbyhisparents, RichardandConnieBurroughsof OceanView,Del.;hisdaughters,BriannaBurroughsandAmandaBurroughsofAtlanta;hissister,Brandy BurroughsDunnofSalisbury,Md., andherchildren,Caroline,Seanand JamesDunn;MelissaMontgomery Burroughs,hiswifeof13years,inTellicoPlains,Tenn.;hisunclesBobBurroughsandBobDielman(and Gemma);hisauntKathyBarr(and Rick);andseveralcousins.

TheRev.Theodore E.‘Ted’ElserSr.,95

TheRev.TheodoreE.“Ted”Elser Sr.,95,ofDagsboro,Del.,wenthome tobewiththeLordonSunday,March 2,2025,whilesurroundedbyhisloving family,inthecomfortofhisownhome. HewasborninChambersburg,Pa.,on Oct.25,1929,sonofthelateRobert ElserandthelateDoraElizabeth (Saunders)Elser.

HegraduatedfromChambersburg HighSchoolandshortlythereafter proudlyservedhiscountryintheU.S. Armyfrom1949to1952,duringthe KoreanWar.Afterhishonorabledischarge,hegraduatedfromGoshen

CollegeinIndianaandthenwentto GettysburgSeminary.

Elserwasordainedin1959and continuedhisministryintheUnited MethodistChurchuntilhisretirement in1993.Hisministryspannedfrom PennsylvaniatoMaryland,tohislast appointmentatSt.George’sUnited MethodistChurchinClarksville,Del. “PastorTed”thenservedpart-time from1995to2007atCarey’sUnited MethodistChurchinMillsboro,Del., andMillvilleUnitedMethodist ChurchinMillville,Del.

HeservedtheLordconstantlywith hisministry,andlovedreadingGod’s wordandfaithfullystudieddailydevotionals.Heenjoyedtraveling,ridinghis bikearoundhiscommunityinBlackwaterVillage,aswellaswoodworking andcarpentry.Hewillberemembered forhisloveoftheLordandhisdevotiontohiscongregations,familyand friends.

Inadditiontohisparents,Elserwas precededindeathbyhiseightsiblings, LouiseElser,RobertElser,Dorothy ElserRamsey,JackElser,NellieElser Birdsall,MaryElserGamble,Martha ElserMisnerandJohnWalterElser. Heissurvivedbyhislovingwifeof40 years,BarbaraAzudElser;fivechildren,LindaElserBrown(andClyde),

JeanneElser-Frank,TheodoreElserJr., JamesR.FraccaroliJr.(andKristin) andPeterD.Fraccaroli(andAlicia); ninegrandchildren,RachelTiqui(and Randall),NicoleElser,JaymeElser, RyanFraccaroli,ReidFraccaroli,Nate Fraccaroli,JackRobinson,Katherine FraccaroliandJasonBrown;fourgreatgrandchildren,Ethan,Elias,Aryahand Leila;asister-in-law,YvonneCorwell Elser;andmanyniecesandnephews. AservicetocelebrateElser’slife willbeheldat11a.m.onFriday, March28,2025,atMillvilleUnited MethodistChurch,36405Clubhouse Rd.,Millville,Del.,wherefriendsand familymaygatherafter10a.m.IntermentwillfollowattheDelawareVeteransMemorialCemeteryin Millsboro,Del.Inlieuofflowers,the familysuggestedmemorialcontributionsinElser’snametoDelawareHospice,100PatriotsWay,Milford,DE 19963,ortoMillvilleUnited MethodistChurchattheaboveaddress.Condolencesmaybesentbyvisitingwww.melsonfuneralservices.com.

BethEllen(Cromie)Howlett,78

BethEllen(Cromie)Howlett,78,of Millsboro,Del.,78,bornJan.4,1947, passedawayunexpectedlyonFeb.26, 2025.

Howlettwasa1964graduateof KenHighanda1968graduateofGettysburgCollege,withadegreein music.Itwasherabilitytosingthe highestnotebetterthananyonethat openedthedoortoGettysburgCollege andtheirchoir,andthatchoirtookher aroundtheworldduringhersenior year.

Aftergraduation,shewassettotake amusicteacher’spositionatAbsolom JonesschoolnearWilmington,Del., whereshemetscienceteacherandher futurehusband,William“Bill” Howlett.Ontheirveryfirstdate,Bill toldhershelookedlikea“Tigger.”She retortedwith“thenyoumustbea ‘PoohBear,’”whichiswhattheycon-

wouldn’ttheybe,astheefficiencyof offshorewindmillsisonly44percent atbestwitha3-5percentreductionin efficiencyeachyear.Also,thecostto produceelectricityoffshoreisfive timesthecosttoproduceitonland.

Therearestilltoomanyunanswered questionsthatIhavenotseentheanswersto,suchaspriceperunittoconstruct,annualmaintenancecostto operate,amountofdieselfuelandoil tooperateeachunit,andhowmany workersandboatswillbeneededto keepthemrunning. Howlargeofa dieselenginewilleachoneneedtoget thebladesmovingfromastandstill? Theseareafewthingsthathavenot beenmadepublic.ButIdoubtU.S. Wind,anItalian-ownedcompany,will answerthem.

I’mhopingthatthenewresidentin theWhiteHousewillstopthisnonsense.

TomMolnarSr. Frankford

Readerdiscusses OVPDride-along

Editor:

Recently,Ihadthepleasureofparticipatinginaride-alongwithanofficer fromtheOceanViewPoliceDepartment. Ididthisyearsagowiththe OVPD,soIknewwhattoexpect.This timewasdifferent.

Theprevioustime,myride-along consistedofatwo-hourrideinapatrol carwiththedesignatedofficer.While worthwhileandeducational,Ilearned morethistimearound.Theofficerwho wasassignedtomewasLt.SidneyBallentine,whohasbeenontheforcefor eightyears.HecametotheOVPDwith law-enforcementtraininghegained duringhis21-yearArmycareer.

Theride-alongbeganwithatourof the entirefacility.Iwasshowneverythingfromthejailcellstothekitchen andeverythinginbetween.Whatimpressedmewasthevarietyofskillsets thateachofficerbringstothejob—K9 training,ITexpertise,investigatory skills—andhowtheycomplementone another.

Wecontinuedtheride-alongby touringthecommunityinapatrolcar. Thiswasalsoameaningfulandeducationalexperience.Lt.Ballentineiswellacquaintedwiththephysicallayoutof Ocean View.Heknowspreciselywhere thesharedborderlinesarewiththesurroundingcommunities.Wherethe OVPDhasnojurisdiction,theofficers contacttheappropriatelawenforcement entity—DPD,Frankford,Bethany BeachorMillville.

Alargepartofpatrollingisdesigned toinstillasenseofsafetyandsecurity withinOceanViewcitizenryitself.The physicalpresenceofapatrolcardoes

muchtofacilitatethat.

IwanttothankChiefKenneth McLaughlinforallowingmetheopportunitytodoaride-along.AndaspecialthankstoLt.Ballentine.Heisa dedicatedlaw-enforcementprofessional whotakeshisjobveryseriously.

Finally,I’maretiredprofessional chef.Mywayofsayingthank-you— I’veofferedmyculinaryservicestothe OVPDwhenevertheyneedsomeoneto whipupahotmeal.

CharlesOppman Frankford

Readerweighsin onreferendum

Editor:

Icanrememberwhenmychildren wereapplyingforcollege.Wewere searchingforaschoolthatwouldprovidethebesteducation inafieldofinterestsomychildwouldfindagood jobandalsoanaffordablecollege. Sometimesthesearchwasoverwhelming.

WhileourSussexCountystudents donothavetosearchforaschool,they doattendaschoolintheirdistrict whichmaybedeficientinproviding enoughstaffandteachersforaquality levelofeducation.

RECORD HIGH

TheIndianRiverSchoolDistrictis requestingareferendumtoseekfunding forincreasedoperatingcostsandtherecruitmentandretentionofstaffand teachers.Thecostofthisreferendumis $1.2105per$100ofassessedproperty value,whichcorrelatestoanincreasein apropertyowner’staxesofabout$24.10 permonthor$289.23peryear.

Forthoseofuswhoareretireeson fixedincomes,thisamountisnotaburden—justanamountyouwishyou didn’thavetopay.Butthisamountis minimalcomparedtoastudentnotgettingaqualityeducation.TheStateof DelawareSchoolfundingsystemisdifferentfromthestateIcamefromand canbeconfusing.Ihavetriedtounderstandthissystemoffundingandhowit mustbeapprovedbyvoterswhomay notrealizehowtrulyimportantareferendumis.

Inpastyears,schoolreferendums havefailedbecauseresidentsdidnot wantaraiseintheirtaxes.Taxesarea toolandasourceofincomeforservices weresidentsexpectandsupport,althoughgrudgingly.

Iamgratefulthatmychildrenreceivedagoodeducationandtodayare employedandproductiveinsociety, payingtheirtaxesforservicesforfuture generationsinourcounty,stateandnation.

InordertogiveourSussexCounty studentsthebesteducationwecan,you andIneedtostepupandvoteyeson thisIRSDreferendumonMarch20, 2025.Pleasedonotletthisreferendum fail.Ourchildrenandyouthneedour support.Allvotescount.

IndianRiverHighSchoolgetsDucksUnlimitedchapter

TREASURE ISLAND FASHIONS

SpecialtotheCoastalPoint•Submitted IndianRiverHighSchool'snewlyformed DucksUnlimitedchapterispreparing foritsfirstfundraiser.TheSpringDinner issetforSaturday,April12attheMillvilleVolunteerFireCompany.Shown, fromleft,are:LoganUibel(President); KendylWright,MorganMarvel,Noel Wise;JustinBunting,SelahWilson,DestinyHastings,AidenTwigg,Grace Kreger,AubreyLewis,TyWilson,Everett Hall, AllisonColeman,AveryWisniewski, CarterPorter,CalebWilley,andLeland Oakley(Treasurer).

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

Ateacherwithagreatloveofthe outdoorswhowantedtosharethatlove withhisstudentshashelpedform Delaware’snewestDucksUnlimited chapter,atIndianRiverHighSchool.

“I’mnotevenaduckhunter,”IRHS scienceteacherVincentColombosaid. Heis,however,abigfanofwildlife conservation,whichisaprimarygoalof DucksUnlimitedasanorganization.

Foundedin1937,DucksUnlimited hasconservedmorethan14million acresofwaterfowlhabitatinNorth America.WithaffiliatesinCanada, Mexico,Australia,NewZealandand Europe,itisthelargestprivatenonprofitconservationgroupintheworld.

Inadditiontoacquiringland,Ducks Unlimitedalsohelpspreservewildlife habitatsbyprotectingandrestoring wetlandsandgrasslands,replanting forestsandrestoringwatersheds.The groupalsoworkswithlandownersand partners,acquiringconservationeasements,procuringmanagementagreements andusinggeographic informationsystemstodeterminethe mosteffectiveareasforhabitatwork. Withthatinmind,Colombosetout tostartachapteratthehighschool.He wassoonjoinedbytwostudentswho arenotonlyduckhuntersbutarealso alreadyactiveintheircommunityas firefighters.

“Iwasbornandraisedduckhunting,”ChapterPresidentLoganUibel said,addingthathehasalsoworkedin wildlifesanctuaries,includingthelocal AssawomanWildlifeRefuge,building woodduckboxes.“Youbuildtheboxes sotheycanhavetheirbabiessafely,”said Uibel,ajunioratIRHSandavolunteer withtheRoxanaVolunteerFireCompany.

Oakley,asophomore,callshimselfa “bigwaterfowlhunter”whorealizesthe importanceofmaintainingwildlife habitats.Oakley—whosaidheprefers huntinggeesebecause“they’realot smarterthanducks”—notedthathe huntsalloverSussexCountyandenjoys thecamaraderieofhuntingwithothers and justbeingoutside.Oakleyalsovol-

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AMomentbringingicecream,coffee,apartments

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Selbyville’sfirstmixed-useproject sincethatnewzoningdesignation wentintoeffectwillbringAMoment —anew,3,000-square-footicecream andcoffeeshop,totown—plustwo two-storyapartments.

Locatedonthefirstfloorofthe newbuildingattheformerlocationof aGeorgiaHouserestaurant,AMomentwillhaveanopenareawhere guestscansocializeandenjoylive musicand“bringtothecommunity thatBerlin,Md.,vibe,”ownerMatt Leimbachsaid.

“Itwillbeaplacewherepeoplecan goandhaveamoment.Wewanttobe opentodifferentschools.Somehigh schoolshavemusicprograms,andwe

wanttohaveapublicspaceforpeople toexperiencethemusictheylove.…I reallywanttogivebacktocommunity andhaveaplacewherepeoplecan bringtheirkidsandhaveagreattime,” hesaid.

Theproperty,at2E.ChurchStreet, waspurchasedbyLeimbach,aBishopville,Md.,residentwhoalsoowns theMatttheCarpetGuybusinessesin SelbyvilleandSalisbury,Md.,aswell asacabinetshopinSelbyville.

Leimbach—who,withhiswife, Sarah,hassixchildren—boughtthe ChurchStreetpropertyfourmonths ago.Hewouldn’trevealthecostbut saidtheprojectisexpectedtobecompletedbythespringof2026.Hours aren’tyetfirm,buthesaidheexpectsit tobeopenTuesdaythroughSaturday, withacousticmusiconFridayandSat-

urdaynights.

Hecomparedthebuildingtothe kindofpre-fabricatedstructurethat “theyusedtohaveinPopularMechanicsmagazinesthatyoucouldbuy.”

“Thatiswhatitremindedmeof.It wasafurnitureshop.Thatowner boughtitfromsomebodyelse,and thenitwassoldtotheGeorgiaHouse owner.Aninvestorboughtit,buthe hasn’tdoneanythingwithit.It’son thecornertherewherethestoplightis, andIwantedtomakesomethingnice inthecommunity,”Leimbachsaid.

“We’regoingtodocommercialon thebottomlevelandtwotwo-story apartmentsonthesecondandthird floors—twobedroomsandoneanda halfbaths.Onthesecondfloor,there willbeameetingareaforgroupsthat wanttousethespace.Iambuildingit

tolooklikeit’sbeenthere80or90 years—arealbrickbuilding.”

“Thosearegoodideas,greatideas. Weneedmorethingslikethat,”SelbyvilleMayorRickDuncansaid.

“He’sbringingalottotown.We fullysupportit.Iwasonthecouncil whenwestartedtalkingaboutmixed uses.Therearelocationsthatwepinpointedtohavemixed-usezoningand thatthetowncouncilhasadopted. That’sagreatlocation.Ihopethe townsupportsit,”hesaid,recalling whenagasstationwasopenthere yearsago.

“WhenIwas13or14,Ipumped gasthereandwashedcars.Itwas Farmers’Bankbeforemytime,”he said.

Leimbachsaidheisnowgetting DelDOTpermitsandplanning stormwatermanagement.

“Wealreadyhavetheplansdrawn up.Wearegoingthroughfiremarshal approvalforthesiteplan.Wewon’t teardowntheexistingbuildinguntil wegetapermit,”hesaid.

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unteerswiththeMillvilleVolunteer FireCompany.

TheIRHSDucksUnlimitedchapter alreadyhasaround20membersandis stillgrowing,Colombosaid.Hecredits UibelandOakley,asitsleaders,forthe growthandsaidheisimpressedwith theinitiativethestudentshaveshown. ColombosaidheoftenusesDucks Unlimitedmagazinesaseducational aidsinhisclassrooms.

“Asateacher,you’realwayslooking toeducate”andhesaidyounghuntersas wellasanyoneinterestedinconservationcanlearnthroughtheorganization’sresearchandinformation.

IRHSDucksUnlimitedchapter’s firstfundraiserwillbetheSpringDinneronSaturday,April12,attheMillvilleVolunteerFireCompanyonRoute 26inMillville.

Thedinnerwillfeaturechicken-anddumplingspreparedbythecooksinthe MillvilleVolunteerFireCompany Ladies’Auxiliary,Colombosaid.There willbebothsilentandliveauctions,as wellasgamesandrafflesduringthe evening.

T icketsareavailableonlineat https://ducksunlimited.myeventscenter.com/event/106633.Doorswillopen at5:30p.m.onSaturday,April12.The costis$60perperson,whichincludesa one-yearmembershiptoDucksUnlimited.“Greenwing”ticketsareavailable for$25forchildrenyoungerthan18. Formoreinformation,tobecomea sponsorortodonateitemsfortheauctions,callVincentColomboat(302) 740-5913orDanielleLesterat(302) 535-2415.

Millville’spreliminarybudgethasnotaxhike

CoastalPoint•KerinMagill MillvilleTownClerkWendyMardiniissuestheoathofofficetoTownCouncilMembersRobertWisgirda,JosephParentandSharonBrienzaonTuesday,March11.The threeincumbentsretainedtheirseatsonthecouncilwithoutachallengethisyear, asnooneelsefiledfortheannualelection.RonaldBelinkowasalsonamedmayor foranotheryear.Brienzaretainsthepositionofdeputymayor,Parentthatoftreasurer andDebbieSosnoskisecretary.Wisgirdawasnamedtothenewpositionofassistanttreasurer.

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

Millville’spreliminarybudgetforthe 2026fiscalyearcallsfornoincreasein propertytaxes.TheTown’sproposed budgetisbasedonprojectedrevenuesand expensesof$2,152,420,upfromlastyear’s budgetofjustover$2million.

FinanceDirectorWillMumfordpresentedtheproposedbudgettotheMillvilleTownCouncilatitsTuesday,March

11,meeting.Therewillbeapublichearingonthebudgetatthecouncil’sMarch 25meeting.

ThebudgetincludestheTowncoveringambulancesubscriptionfeesfortown residents,atanestimatedcostof$130,000 fortheyear.Lastyear,theTowncovered theambulancefeesforthefirsttime,ata costof$119,200totheTown.Theadditionofmorehomesintownisthereason fortheincreasedexpenditureforthecomingfiscalyear.

MumfordsaidheexpectstheTownto takeinmorethan$1millioninrealstate transfertaxesinthecomingyear,representinga15percentincrease.

Thecouncilalsodiscussedpotential improvementstoEvansPark,followinga presentationonapreliminaryproposalby KatjaKalinski,aseniordesignerwith George,Miles&Buhr,andCode& BuildingOfficialEricEvans.

Themainfocusofthepresentation wastheproposedadditionof150paved parkingspacesonthewestsideofDukes Drive,wherecarsnowparkinplowed fieldsduringlargeeventsatthepark. Duringsuchevents,Evanssaid,cars wouldenterthenewparkinglotfromone pointalongDukesDrive,insteadofsimplypullingacrossthefieldatseveral points,astheydonow.

DeputyMayorSharonBrienzaenthusiasticallysupportedtheplan,butbothshe andCouncilTreasureJoeParentexpressed concernoverwhether150spaceswould beenough.Anotherchangeshowninthe preliminarydrawingistherelocationof theTown’sMemorialGardenfromthefar eastendoftheparktoaspotalongDukes Drive.Themoveisplannedsothatthe garden,whichhonorsmembersofthe country’smilitarybranches,ismoreaccessible.

Theconceptplanpassed4-1,with CouncilAssistantTreasurerRobertWisgirdatheonlydissentingvote.Wisgirda saidhehasconcernsaboutaccesstothe parkbyemergencyvehiclesunderthe proposedparkingconfiguration.

Thecouncilalsoapprovedfinalplans for84newhomesinMillvilleBytheSea, whichwillinclude44single-familyhomes and40townhomes,locatedsouthwestof theintersectionofEndlessSummerDrive andCoastalLivingLane.

Alsoapprovedwasa$47,350grantto theMillvilleVolunteerFireCompany. DeputyChiefGuyRickardstoldthe councilthefundswouldhelpthefire companypurchasetoolsusedtocutopen carswherevictimsaretrappedandfor camerasthatdetectbodyheatincases wheresmokelimitsfirefighters’abilityto seethem.

PicturedattendingtheAfricanAmericanAchievementAwardceremonyatLordBaltimoreElementarySchoolare,fromleft:StaceyDrummond,SkyeDrummond,Alvin HarmonSr.andMyronDrummondSr.

Drummondrecognized withachievementaward

TheSouthernDelawareAlliance forRacialJustice(SDARJ)recently honoredLordBaltimoreElementarySchoolstudentSkyeDrummondforherleadership,effortand excellence.Drummondwasrecognizedinaceremonyattheschool andreceiveda$20bookstoregift card.

“Skyeistobecommendedforthe leadershipqualitiessheexhibits daily,”SDARJrepresentativessaid. “Sheisalwaysthefirstpersonto helpothersintheclassroomand makesthemostofeveryopportunity presentedtoher.Shedemonstrates effortandexcellenceeverydayin

theclassroomandhasastrongsense ofrespectforothers,aswellhasfor herself.”

TheSDARJinitiatedtheAfrican AmericanAchievementawardto recognizestudentswhorepresent theidealsofleadership,improvement,effortandexcellenceintheir schools.Studentsfromeachschool intheCapeHenlopenandIndian Riverschooldistrictsarerecognized throughouttheschoolyear.

SDARJisanonpartisanorganizationthateducates,informsand advocatesforracialjustice,equality andfairopportunity.Formoreinformation,gotosdarj.org.

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AttendingtheAfricanAmericanAchievementAwardceremonyatSouthern DelawareSchooloftheArtsare,fromleft:MelodyHuebner,assistantprincipal; AaliyahCannon;andRickEvans,principal.

SDSAstudentloanbySDARJ

TheSouthernDelawareAlliancefor RacialJustice(SDARJ)recentlyhonoredSouthernDelawareSchoolofthe Artsseventh-graderAaliyahCannon forherleadership,effortandexcellence. Aaliyahwasrecognizedinaceremony attheschoolandreceiveda$20bookstoregiftcard.

AccordingtoteacherAmanda Swain,“Aaliyahisapoised,intelligent, responsibleandcreativeyoungwoman whoalwaysputsforthherbesteffort academicallyandembracesthearts.She isalwayskind,positiveandrespectfulto both peersandadults.Sheisequally successfulindependentlyandasacol-

laborativelearner,andiscomfortable supportingherownideaswhilebeing opentonewideasandperspectives.”

SDARJinitiatedtheAfricanAmericanAchievementawardtorecognize studentswhorepresenttheidealsof leadership,improvement,effortandexcellenceintheirschools.Studentsfrom eachschoolintheCapeHenlopenand IndianRiverschooldistrictsarerecognizedthroughouttheschoolyear. SDARJisanonpartisanorganization thateducates,informsandadvocatesfor racialjustice,equalityandfairopportunity.Formoreinformation,goto sdarj.org.

Curranreleasesnewbook,‘ComingAshore’

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Localauthorandformer OceanViewmayorWalter Curranhasreleasedhisnew book,“ComingAshore,”the fifthinaserieswithamaritime-theme,andhehas plansforanewstoryline whileheremainsactivein areawritingguilds.

“I’mhanginginthere,”an ebullient,80-year-oldCurrantoldtheCoastalPoint duringarecentconversation.

Partsofthenewbook weredrawnfromhismemoriesofgrowingup“withthe IrishmafiaandtheItalian mafia,”hesaid.

“MywifeandIknew folksintheItalianmafia whowereourneighbors.The Irishmafia,thatwasWhitey Bulger,”hesaid,referringto JamesJoseph“Whitey”BulgerJr.,anorganized-crime bosswholedtheWinter HillGanginMassachusetts. Bulger,Currannoted,wason theFBI’smostwantedlist.

Somemenandwomenin themostrecentbookare basedon“charactersIknew verywell,especiallyinthe SouthBostonarea,whosort ofbehavedthatway,”Curran said,providingadescription ofthe$15paperbackas “fromthehighseastothe mafia”anda“thrillingtaleof adventure,loyaltyandredemption”setinthe1960s, focusingonprotagonist WilliamConnolly.

He“navigatesthestormy watersoflifeasamerchant marinerwhilegrapplingwith thegrittyrealitiesofhis SouthBostonrootsandthe shadowyreachofboththe IrishandItalianmafia”and findshimselfinwhatCurran calleda“worldofcontrasts —loveandbetrayal,loyaltyanddanger,ambitionandmoraldilemmas.”

hertoliveintheStates.”

“Hehadachildwithher, andthat’sonereasonthey aregettingmarried—and theywereinlove,too,soit’s allaboutthelong-distance relationship,plushe’sstill sailing.Heevolveswiththat devilononeshoulderand angelontheother,andit keepsgettingmorehypedup,”Curranexplained.

“Hefoundouthe’sbeen involvedtoodeephelpinga mafiadoninBrooklyn.He knewhewashelpingamafia guy.Hesavedthefatherof themafiaguy’slife,and that’showhegottomeet thisguy.It’safriendlyrelationshipandthenhegottoo friendly,andtheguysaid, ‘Canyoupickupapackage anddropitoffatmyrestaurantwhenyoucomeback?’ Hefallsintothetrapand findsouttheguyissmugglingdiamonds,andhegets alittlestupidandfindshimselfimplicated,”Curransaid.

Thebookisavailableon Amazonandisalsoforsale atBethanyBeachBooksand BrowseaboutBooksinRehobothBeach.

Next,Curranplansto beginanewseries“ofslight maritimeinterestbutnot withthesamecharacter.”

“I’mgoingtobaseiton allmybackgroundthatI’ve hadasanexpertworkingon maritimeaccidents.Thetentativetitleis‘OnceAnExpert,’”hesaid.

Connolly,Curransaid,isaman withan“angelononeshoulderandthe devilontheotherwhohassailedthe oceansoftheworldandhaslinksto

theIr ishmafia,andfriendlydealings withtheBrooklynmafia,causinghim toteeteronthebrinkofalifestyleof crime.”

TheYoungMarinerseriesisbased onCurran’sownworksailingonmerchantshipsinBoston,Philadelphia, Baltimore,JacksonvilleandSanJuan duringhiscareer“onthedocks.”

Connolly,hesaid,meetsagirlfrom SouthAfricaandfallsinlove,“andhe isfinallygoingtomarryherandget

“I’mgoingtomakeita truedetectivestory.Iwill makeitlikeaseriesofdifferentcases.Itwillbeallabout theissuesofrealdangerson thewaterfront,notatseabut onthewaterfront—accidentsthathappened,why theyhappened,howithappens,whereit’sascamat times—awholebunchofpeopleare lying.Awhodunit.”

“Idon’tworkonthebookseveryday butI’mwritingsomethingeveryday,” Curransaid.“AndIloveit.Iabsolutely loveit.”

DOC’sCitizenAcademytobeginApril15

TheDelawareDepartmentofCorrection(DOC)isinvitingDelawareresidentstoparticipateinitsSpring2025 CitizensAcademyprogram,whichbeginsApril15inGeorgetown.TheDOC CitizensAcademyisafreesix-weekprogramdesignedtogivecommunitymembersalookinsideDelaware’slargestlaw enforcementagency,seefacilityoperationsfirst-hand,andlearnhowthe DOC’semploysmanypartnerships, therapeutictreatmentandtrainingprogramstoachieveitsdualmissionofpublicsafetyandrehabilitation.

CitizensAcademyparticipantsmeet withDepartmentofCorrectionleaders, uniformedofficers,andtreatmentand programproviders,andhaveopportunitiestoengagewithindividualscurrently underDOCsupervision.Weeklysessionsfeatureamixofinformationalpresentations,interactivetoursofaprison, communitycorrectionsfacilityandProbation&Paroleoffice,discussionanddialoguewithcorrectionalleaders,andthe opportunitytoengagewithindividuals underDOC supervision.

TheSpring2025DOCCitizens AcademywillbebasedinGeorgetown oversixweeklysessionsthatwilltake placeonTuesdayeveningsfrom6to8:30 p.m.fromApril15throughMay20.SessionsandtourswilltakeplaceattheSussexCommunityCorrectionsCenter,

SussexCorrectionalInstitutionandthe RegionalProbation&Paroleofficein Georgetown.

“TheDOCCitizensAcademygives youtheopportunitytoseeforyourself howourprison,communitycorrections andprobationsystemsoperate,betterunderstandhowtheDepartmentofCorrectionimpactsreentryandpublicsafety, andbeinvolvedinstrengtheningtherelationshipbetweentheDOCandourlocal communities,”DOCCommissioner TerraTaylorsaid.“Applytodayandjoin usstartingApril15inGeorgetown.”

TheDOCisseekingapplications fromcommunityparticipants18orolder. Nocorrectionsorlawenforcementexperienceisnecessary.PreviousCitizens Academyparticipantshaveincluded small-businessowners,representatives fromnon-profitorganizations,college students,medicalprofessionals,teachers, retireesandmore.

Classsizeislimited,andinterested participantsmustcompleteashortapplicationandpassasimplebackground checkpostedonlineat https://doc.delaware.gov/assets/documents/doc_citizens_academy_application.pdf.Completedapplicationsshould bereturnedto Jason.Miller@Delaware.govbyMarch 24.Applicationswillbereviewedona rollingbasisbeginningimmediately,until

theCitizensAcademyclassisfilled.

TheDOCCitizensAcademyseeks tostrengthenpublicengagementwith theDOCthroughaccess,informationsharinganddialogue,andtobuildpartnershipswithlocalresidents.Sessions focusonavarietyoftopics,includingofficerandstafftraining,prisonoperations, probationsupervisionmethods,medical care,substanceabusetreatment,behavioralhealthcare,vocationaltrainingand education,andtheDOC’scentralrolein Delaware’scomprehensivereentrysystem.ParticipantscangainadeeperunderstandingofhowtheDOCidentifies —andaddresses—needsandrisks whileindividualsareunderDOCsupervisioninordertosupporttheirreentry successandreduceDelaware’srecidivism rate.

Statewide,morethan4,000individualsarecurrentlyincarceratedinDepartmentofCorrectionfacilitiesand approximately10,000individualsare currentlybeingsupervisedbytheDOC onprobationorcourt-orderedpretrial supervision.PreviousDOCCitizens Academyprogramshavetakenplacein NewCastle,SussexandKentcounties.

Formoreinformationandtosubmit anapplication,contactJasonMiller,chief ofCommunications&CommunityRelationsatJason.Miller@Delaware.gov,or call(302)379-4048.

Wednesday, March 19 St. Patrick’s Day Story Time 10:30—11:30 am Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a festive Story Time! Happy Bookers Book Club 2—3:00 pm Discuss this month’s book, Women Talking by Miriam Toews,

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DARTlaunches annualpostercontest

“RideTogether,Community StartswithDART”isthetheme forDART’sAnnualPosterContest.Opentoschool-agechildren inGrades6through12,thecontest isdesignedtoencouragestudents tolearnmoreaboutpublictransportationanditsbenefits,aswellas thechancetoseetheirartworkfeaturedbyDARTinvariousadvertisements,promotionsand/or displays.

DARTaimstoinspirestudents todreamoftheendlessadventures whileridingthebus.

Postersmustbesubmittedby March24,toDARTPosterContest;MarketingDept.;900Public SafetyBlvd.Dover,DE19901. Pr izesandcertificateswillbeprovidedbyDARTanditsbusiness partners.

Interestedschoolsarebeing askedtoconductthecontestwithin theappropriategradelevelsatthe schoolandforwardtheentriesto DARTforjudging.Individuals whowishtoenterapartfromtheir schoolmaydosoaslongasthey areinGrades6through12.Fordetailsandcontestinstructions,call (302)760-4829orvisitDART’s websiteatDartFirstState.com.

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SussexschoolsshineinRAL’sYoungatArtexhibition

TheRehobothArtLeagueis welcomingbacktheYoungatArt exhibition,whichshowcases teacher-selectedartworkfromSussexCountystudentsinkindergartenthroughhighschool.The showisdesignedtocelebratethe nextgenerationofDelawareartists byprovidinglocalyoungcreatives withsupportandencouragement topursuetheirartisticambitions.

YoungatArttakesoverthe CorkranandTubbsgalleriesatthe RehobothArtLeagueonMarch 15-30.Thepublicandparticipatingstudentsarewelcometocelebratetheexhibition’sopeningby visitingthegalleriesthroughout thedayonSaturday,March15.

Eachyear,theRehobothArt Leagueawardsavarietyofcash andscholarshipprizestooutstandingworks,includingtheTomWilsonBestinShowAward,the JamesKennethDerricksonMemorialscholarships,theVIAAwards ofExcellenceandtheHowardPyle StudioGroupAwardsofExcellence.Everypiecefeaturedinthe showishand-selectedbyartteachersacrossthecounty,withtheopportunityprovidingyounglocals withthechancetodisplaytheirart inagalleryspaceforthefirsttime.

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publicandprivateschoolstoexhibitaselectionoftheirstudents’ artworksinthegalleriesonthe historicHenlopenAcrescampus. Participatingschoolsinclude:

•BeaconMiddleSchool

•BryanAllenStevensonSchool ofExcellence

•CapeHenlopenHighSchool

•DelmarvaChristianK-8

•DelmarvaChristianHigh School

•EastMillsboroElementary School

•FrederickD. ThomasMiddle School

•GeorgetownMiddleSchool

•H.O.BrittinghamElementary School

•IndianRiverHighSchool

•JohnM.ClaytonElementary School

•LaurelMiddleSchool

•LaurelHighSchool

•LewesElementarySchool

•LongNeckElementarySchool

•LordBaltimoreElementary School

•LoveCreekElementary School

•MarinerMiddleSchool

•MilfordCentralAcademy

•MillsboroMiddleSchool

•MiltonElementarySchool

•MispillionElementarySchool

•NorthGeorgetownElementarySchool

•PhillisWheatleyElementary School

•SeafordMiddleSchool

•SelbyvilleMiddleSchool

•SouthernDelawareSchoolof theArts

•SussexAcademyElementary School

•SussexAcademyMiddle School

•SussexAcademyHighSchool

•SussexCentralHighSchool

•WoodbridgeEarlyChildhood EducationCenter

•WoodbridgeMiddleSchool and

•WoodbridgeHighSchool. Theexhibitionisbeingmade possiblebysponsorsSussexWealth Partners,theHowardPyleStudio GroupandtheVillageImprovementAssociation.Theshowisfree andopentothepublicduringthe regulargalleryhoursofMonday throughSaturday,10a.m.to4 p.m.,andSunday,noonto4p.m. Foradditionalinformation aboutexhibits,theartleague,its classes,membershipsandevents, visitthewebsiteatRehobothArtLeague.orgorcall(302)2278408.

Optimistclubawardscontestwinners

TheOptimistClubofSussex Countyrecognizedyoungartistswho participatedintheclub’sinauguralart showataMarch3ceremony.

Fivewinnerswereawardedcash prizesfortheirentriesinvolvingthe theme“RespectMotherNature.”The DelawareWatercolorAssociationdonatedthefirst-placeaward.

Threeelementaryschoolsparticipatedinthisyear’sartshow.LordBaltimore,JohnM.Clayton,and Georgetownelementaryschools. Fourth-andfifth-gradestudentswere welcometoparticipateintheshow. TheshowwascoordinatedbyclubsecretaryCorissaMcCann.

TheOptimistClubofSussex Countyhasbeenparticipatinginthe OptimistEssayContestforfiveyears andhasbeenactiveinthecommunity since2017.Otherprogramsandservice projectstheclubisinvolvedininclude theOptimistOratoricalScholarship ContestandYouthAppreciationDay. Thisyear,theywillalsobeplantinga vegetablegardenfortheBoys&Girls ClubofRehobothBeach

OptimistInternationalisoneofthe world’slargestservicecluborganizationswith80,000adultandyouth membersin2,500clubsintheUnited States,Canada,theCaribbean,Mexico

Fourth-andfifth-gradestudentssubmitentriesinvolvingthetheme‘RespectMotherNature’onMarch3.Pictured,fromleft,are: LillyJorgensonofLordBaltimoreElementarySchoolisawardedfirstplace;TaylseSmithofJohnM.ClaytonElementarySchool fourthplace;CalebLoweofJMCthird;JamieRamosRamosofGeorgetownElementarysecond;andSawyLevinofLordBaltimore fifth.

andthroughouttheworld. Carryingthemissionstatement,“By providinghopeandpositivevision, Optimistsbringoutthebestinyouth,

ourcommunities,andourselves,”Optimistsaimtoconductpositiveservice projectsthatreachmorethan6million youngpeopleeachyear.Formorein-

formation,email sussexoptimist@gmail.com,gotooptimist.orgorcallPresidentShelley McBrideat(302)258-5107.

HoovernamedtoHamiltonCollegeDean’sList

AnnaHooverofBethanyVillagehas beennamedtotheDean’sListat HamiltonCollegeforthefall2024semester.

TobenamedtotheDean’sList,a studentmustbeamemberoftheClass of2025,2026or2027,andhavecarried acourseloadoffourormoregraded creditsthroughoutthesemesterand earnedanaverageGPAof3.5orabove

ona4.0scale. Hoover,aseniormajoringinenvironmentalstudies,isagraduateof BethesdaChevyChaseHighSchool. HamiltonCollege,aliberalartsinstitutionlocatedinClinton,N.Y.,hasa need-blindadmissionpolicytoensure accessfortalentedstudentswithlimited financialmeans.Learnmoreat www.hamilton.edu.

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TheTownofBethanyBeachrecentlyannouncedfinalistsforits 2025/2026photocontest.Atotal of88amateurandprofessional photographersenteredthecontest, submittingacombinedtotalof morethan176photos.Inall,17 imageswereselectedtobeincludedinthisyear’scalendar.

Thepublicwasnotifiedbyemail andsocialmediatovoteonthe winningimagebycompletinga survey.Outof1,599uniqueparticipants,ChesterDavis’photoreceivedmorethan30percentofthe votes.Hisprizeisa2025VIP parkingpassgoodforfreeparking atanyspacewithintownlimits duringthesummerseason.Marian Dowlingcameinsecondwithalmost20percentofthevotes,followedbyAnthonySerafinwith justover18percent.

Thetopthree,alongwithother

finalists,willreceivephotocredit andafreecalendarfortheirwinningentries.TheyincludeRegan Blanton,TommyRosso,Virginia Thackery,HeidiDavis,CoraHiggins,NancyHedgespeth,Leslie Berger,MaryfrancesBerger,Sofia Trone,BettyNawoschik,Heather Newman,JulieSayles,PeteCurcio andDanaHigh.

Thecalendaristypicallydistributedtoanestimated3,200householdsandisavailableforsalein BethanyBeachTownHallbeginningMay1,aswellasattheSeasideCraftShowonJune7.All photoswillbeconsideredforuse ontheTown’swebsiteandwidespreadmarketingefforts,which reachanannualaudienceofmore than500,000people.

MSOannouncesfinalistsforcompetition

TheMid-AtlanticSymphonyOrchestra(MSO)thisweekannounced thethreefinalistsselectedfortheElizabethLokerInternationalConcerto Competition(ELICC).Theyoungmusicians,chosenfromaroundtheworld, willperformwiththeMSOonSunday, March23,at3p.m.atToddHallfor thePerformingArtsatChesapeake CollegeinWyeMills,Md.

TheELICCisquicklybecomingone ofthemostdistinguishedcompetitions worldwideforyoungclassicalmusicians ages12to25,representativessaid, addingthatthecompetition“drewremarkabletalentfromacrosstheU.S. andinternationally,withapplicantshailingfrom27statesandcountriesincludingAustralia,Canada,China,Croatia, Germany,theNetherlands,Portugal, andRussia.”

Thefinalistswilleachperforma concertooftheirchoicewiththeMSO, conductedbyMusicDirectorMichael Repper,infrontofapanelofjudges.

“WhatsetstheELICCapartisthe uniqueopportunityforfinaliststoperformwithafullorchestra,asopposedto thetypicalpianoaccompanimentprovidedinmostcompetitions,”representativesnoted.“Thisoffersanunparalleled experiencefortheseyoungmusicians, manyofwhomwillbeperformingas soloistswithafullorchestraforthefirst time.”

Thethreefinalistsvyingfortophonorsare:

•ChristopherChung,bassoon,New YorkCity,performing“Cirandadas SeteNotas”byHeitorVilla-Lobos;

•JonahKwek,piano,Singapore,performing“PianoConcertoNo.1inB-

flatminor,Op.23”byPyotrIlyich Tchaikovsky;and •Britton-RenéAlyssaCollins, marimba,NewYorkCity,performing “ConcertoforMarimba”bySergei Golovko.

“Eachoftheseartistsbringstheir ownuniquestyleandpassiontothe stage,havingbuiltimpressiveresumes andgarneredaccoladesacrossinternationalmusiccircuits,”MSOrepresentativessaid.

Chung,astudentattheJuilliard School,hasperformedwithorchestras inc ludingtheLosAngelesChamber OrchestraandMinnesotaOrchestra. HeisknownforhisworkwithSonarsix, awoodwindquintet,andhiscontributionstotheZiering-ConlonInitiative forRecoveredVoices.

thePrincetonUniversityHodderFellowship,hasperformedgloballyinvenuessuchasCarnegieHallandthe KennedyCenter.Hermusicalmission alsoencompassessocialchange,using percussionasatooltocelebrateBlack identity.

Reppersaidheiseagertoconduct the finalists,bringinghisyouthfuldynamismtotheconcert.

“Iamdeeplyexcitedtoworkwith theseextraordinaryyoungmusicians,” Reppersaid.“Theenergyandtalent theybringtothestagewillbeapowerfulreminderofthenextgenerationof classicalperformers.”

Kwek,agraduateoftheYongSiew TohConservatoryofMusicinSingaporeandcurrentlypursuingamaster’s degreeinmusicatthePeabodyInstitute,hasbeenrecognizedforhisversatility,andhasperformedasasoloistand collaborativepianistworldwide.Hisrecent achievementsincludewinningthe MTNAStecherandHorowitzTwo PianoCompetitionwithhisduopartner.

Collins,apercussionvirtuosoandrecipientofnumerousawards,including

Inadditiontotheperformances,the MSOiscontinuingitseducationalmissionbyofferingcomplimentarytickets tohundredsoflocalmusicstudents, aimingtoinspirethenextgenerationof musicianswiththishigh-levelcompetition.

“TheMid-AtlanticSymphonyOrchestrainvitesmusicenthusiaststowitnessthefutureofclassicalmusicatthis thrillingcompetitionconcert,whererisingstarswillshowcasetheirtalentand passion,leavingaudiencesinspiredby thenextgenerationofworld-classmusicians.”

AcompletescheduleoftheMSO’s 2024-2025season’smasterworksand ensemblesprograms,venues,timesand otherinformationisavailableat www.midatlanticsymphony.org.

NotableNatives

BySusuFiske SpecialtotheCoastalPoint

Inthestruggletocomeupwithnativelawnalternativesthatareasacceptabletotheneighborsastheyaretome, Ihavestartedworkingwithprunella vulgaris.Self-healisanice,aggressive groundcoverthatIamhopingwillhelp overpowerthewiregrasscreepingin frommyneighbor’syard.Notonlythat, butprunellahasprettylong-blooming purpleflowersthatbumblebeeslove. (AndyouknowIamallaboutthebumbles!)

Iammixingself-healwithoneofmy fallfavorites,theheathaster.Boththese plantsarelow-growersthatcanbe mowedat4inchesandwillgiveme flowersforthreeseasons.Theyalsotoleratedroughtmuchbetterthanturf grassanddon’trequirefertilizers.Anotherplusisthattheywilltolerate moderatefoottraffic.

Prunellaisabetteranswertoturf grassreplacementbecauseitisnative, unlikethecloversthatarecurrently beingpushed.Theycanreach12inches butaremowableifyousetyourmower to 4inches.Youcanmowtheedgesof yourpropertyat4inchesandleavethe interiorlongertomakeitlookintentional,insteadofunkept.Thissetting alsohelpskeepinmoremoistureand

Bullisinductedinto OmicronDeltaKappa

TaylorBullisofMillsborowasoneof 31newinducteeswelcomedintothe ShenandoahUniversitycircleofthe OmicronDeltaKappa(ODK)national leadershiphonorsocietyonSunday, Feb.9.ODKrecognizessophomores, juniors,seniors,graduatestudentsand alumniwhoexcelinleadershipandacademics.

StudentsselectedtoOmicronDelta Kappamustmeetthehonorsociety’s leadershipvaluesofcollaboration,inclusivity,integrity,scholarshipandservice. Additionally,theymustbeinthetop35 percentoftheirclassanddemonstrate leadershipinatleastoneofthefivepillarsofcampuslife:academicsandresearch;athletics;servicetocampusand community;communications;andcreativeandperformingarts.

Tobecomeamember,studentscan self-nominateorbenominatedbyafacultymember,staffmemberorcurrent ODKmember.Nomineesarethenselectedforinductionthroughanapplicationprocess.

FormoreinformationaboutODK, visitSU’sODKCirclewebpageat su.edu.

shadesoutweeds.

Inyourgarden,theyserveasanimpressivegroundcover,especiallyunder trees,astheyareshade-tolerant.They needonlyaboutthreehoursofsundaily inordertobloom.Prunellaalsotoleratesourlocalsandysoils.Neitherwetnessnordroughtseemstodeterthem oncetheyareestablished.

Companionplants:

•Actaearacemosa—blacksnakeroot

•Agastache—hummingbirdmint

•Agastache—hyssops

•Amelanchier—serviceberry

•Asclepiasincarnata—swamp

milkweed

•Cerciscanadensis—Canadaredbud

•Fragariavesca

•Ferns

•Geraniums

•Heuchera

•Monarda—beebalm

•Packeraaurea

•Phlox

•Tiarella

•Yarrow

Wildlifebenefits:

•Larvalhosttothecloudedsulphur butterfly

•Birdslovetheseeds.

•Prunellaproducesanectarrich flowerwhichbeesandbutterflieslove.

Funfacts:

•Youcancookordrytheleavesfor consumptioninsaladsandsoups.

•Theleaves(dryorfresh)makearefreshingtea.

•Seedscollectedandusedlikechia.

•NativeAmericansusedprunellaas eyewashorappliedtosoresforhorses andthemselves.

•It’sgreatasanastringent.

•LocalNativeAmericansdrankor usedtheplanttopstolessenfevers.

•It’sproventhatself-healhasantibioticproperties.

March13

Dine&Donate— CottageCaféishostinga Dine&Donatefrom11a.m.to9p.m.to benefittheBetaSigmaPhiSororityPreceptorOmegaChapter.Allproceedswill benefitourcommunity.

March14

SouthCoastalGenealogyGroup— This monthlygroupmeetingisforgenealogy enthusiastsofallskilllevels,andisheldat SouthCoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.Learn genealogyresources,tricks,andmethods fromeachotherinawelcomingenvironmentwhilemeetingothersandcon versing aboutcurrentprojects.Themeetingis setupasadiscussion,however,selectgenealogyresourcesarealsoshown/demonstratedbymeetingfacilitator.Meetingsare heldeveryothermonthonselectFridaysat

10:15am(nomeetingsinSummer).Free, forages18-plus,noregistrationneeded. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 302-858-5518

March15

PuzzleSwap— Areyouapuzzler?Ifso, joinFrankfordPublicLibraryat11a.m.for apuzzleswap.Bringone,takeone.Puzzlesmustbeintheiroriginalbox,ingood condition,andwithnomissingpieces. Bringapuzzlewithanynumberofpieces totrade.Pleasetape2sidesoftheboxso thatwedon'tloseanypieces.Call302732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

IntheGenes— TheSussexCountyGenealogicalSocietywillmeetattheLewes

March Events

libraryat10a.m.Mich aelJohnNeillwill discusstheuniquechallengesofresearchingtheOstfriesenareaofnorthwestGermany.Themeetingwillalsobeavailableby Zoom.Toregister,visitlewes.lib.de.usand lookunder“AdultEvents.”Allarewelcome. Formoreinformationontheorganization, visitscgsdelaware.org.

March16

Americana!— TheRehobothConcertBand SpringConcert“Americana!”willbeatEpworthUnitedMethodistChurchat3p.m. JoiningRCBwillbeguestvocalistRicF ernandezandpopularlocalartists,The Jazzmen.Ticketsare$20foradults,and freeforthose18andyounger,andmaybe purchasedinadvanceattheCapeHenlopenSeniorCenterandatthedoor.For moreinformation,visitrehobothconcertband.org.

March17

HooksandNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.foratimeofknitting andcrocheting.Alllevelsarewelcometo attend.Call(302)732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @Frank fordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,fora free,one-hourGentleFlowYogaclassat SouthCoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.Ideal forbeginners,seniors,andanyonelooking foraslowerflowpractice.Wewilllearn breathingtechniques,postures,andexercisestopromoteflexibilityandstrength, balance,andrelaxation.Pleasebringa yogamatortowelfromhome.Theinstructoral sorecommends4-inch-deepfoam yogablocks.Ifyouareunabletogetonto theflooreasily,donotworry,wewillprovidechairs.Thereareoptionsforall!Registrationopensat12p.m.onMarch10

ceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

Lights,Camera,Crime!— Truecrimeenthusiast sandmovieloversalikearewelcometojoinSouthCoastalLibraryat3:30 p.m.foramovienightsogooditshouldbe criminal!Eachmoviescreeningwillfeature amoviebasedonatruecrimeorwillbea truecrimedocumentary.Lightsnacksprovided.Free,forages18-plus.Registration &filmtitleareavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-8585518.Walk-insareacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bet hanyBeach,DE 19930.

March17-22

LeprechaunScavengerHunt— South CoastalLibraryishostingaLeprechaun ScavengerHunt,whereparticipantscan pickupascavengerhuntsheetatthemain orchildren’sdesk,anddiscoverallthehiddenleprechaunsinthechildren’sroomto winaprize.

March18

BoardMeeting— TheFrankfordPublicLibrarywillbehavingitsLibraryboardmeetingonMarch18at5:30p.m.Thismeeting isopentothepublicandisheldonthe thirdTuesdayofea chmonth.Call302732-9351orvisitthemonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

iPadandAppleUsersGroup— iPad, iPhoneandotherAppledeviceusersofall skilllevelsarewelcometoattendthissupportgroupatSouthCoastalLibraryat11 a.m.Usersmeettodiscussnewfeatures, sharetips,andaskquestions.Attendin personorviaZoom.Registrationisrequiredandavailableathttps://south-

ContinuingEvents

Clubs/Organizations

MarinesMeet— TheFirstStateDetachmentoftheMarineCorpsLeaguemeets onthefourthWednesdayofeachmonthat theOceanCity(Md.)AmericanLegionPost 166on23rdStreetatnoon.AnyMarines andNavyCorpsmenwhohaveservedin theCorps,livinginWorcesterorSussex Counties,arewelcometojointomeet theirfellowveteransandconsiderjoining theorganization.Theirmissioniscommunityservicethroughcamaraderieandvolunteerism.Form oreinformation,call (410)430-7181oremail websergeant@firststatemarines.org.

CommunityClub— TheSelbyvilleCommunityClubiswelcomingnewmembers,and meetsonthesecondThursdayofeach monthatSalemMethodistChurchat1 p.m.,withasocialhourfromnoonto1p.m. Formoreinformation,visitselbyvillecommunityclub.orgoremailselbyvillewomensclub@gmail.com.

IntheGenes— SponsoredbytheLewes HistoricalSocietyandtheSussexCounty Genealogic alSociety,theGenealogistin ResidenceprogramisonthefirstSaturday ofeachmonthfrom10a.m.to2p.m.inthe ReadingRoomattheLewesHistoryMuseum.MembersoftheSocietywillbeavailabletohelpanyonewhohasquestions abouttheirfamilytree.TheLewesHistorical SocietyArchivesFamilyFileswillbeavailableforresearch.Formoreinformation,visit thematscgsdelaware.orgor historiclewes.org.

VIPMeets— VIPisasocialgroupforvisually-impairedp ersons,andmeetsthefirst andthirdWednesdayofeachmonthatthe MastersoncenteratSt.AnnChurchfrom1 to3p.m.Newmembersarewelcome.For moreinformation,call/text/leaveamessage at(240)315-4361.

Women’sCivicClub— TheWomen’sCivic ClubofBethanyBeachmeetsonthesecond ThursdayofthemonthatCripplecreek CountryClubat10a.m.Theorganization hasexpandedthroughoutSussexCounty, andhasbeenservingthecommunitysince itsfoundingin1925.TheClu bisanonprofitorganization,formedinfriendshipand dedicatedtocivicandcharitablepurposes andtheeducationofitsmembers.Formore information,orifyouareinterestedinattending,sendanemailto patishelen@msn.com.

LordBaltimoreLionsClub— TheLord BaltimoreLionsClubmeetsthefirstand thirdWednesdayofeachmonthatMac’s CateringinMillville.ThisisaserviceorganizationthatperformsprojectsintheSussex countyarea.Formoreinformation ,visit themonFacebook,atLordbaltimorelionsclub.orgorbyphoneat(301)543-0329.

RotaryMeets— SouthernSussexRotary meetsweeklyatDoyle’sRestaurantinSelbyvilleeveryThursdayat8a.m.Formore information,callBrendanCrottyat(302) 858-3234orvisit SouthernSussexRotary.org.

LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub— Organizedin1934,LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub

(LBWC)iscelebratingits90thanniversary ofservicetoSussexCounty.LBWCisanonprofitorg anizationwhichmeetsthethird Mondayofeverymonth(Septemberthrough June)at11a.m.atCrippleCreekGolf& CountryClubnearDagsboro.Dedicatedto helpingthelocalcommunity,LBWCraises fundsforeducationprojectsinlocal schools,scholarshipsforhighschoolstudents,veteran’sprogramsandothercharitableorganizations.Italsoprovidessocial opportunitiestofosterfriendship,camaraderieandindividualenrichmentamongits members.Tolearnm oreaboutLBWC,visit Lbwclub.com.

BonsaiClub— TheSouthCoastalBonsai ClubmeetsthefirstWednesdayofeach monthfrom10a.m.tonoonatInlandBays GardenCenter.

WritersGuild— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guildsponsorsaweeklytwo-hourFreeWrite sessionintheconferenceroomattheMillvilleTownHallfrom9to11a.m.Participants,18andolder,ofallskilllevelscan practicecreativewritinginafriendlyand nurturingatmosphere.Attendanceisfree. Formore information,emailLynnMasseyat bookmom42@yahoo.com.

LegionAuxiliary— AmericanLegionPost 24AuxiliaryinDagsboroholdsitsregular monthlymeetingat5:30p.m.onthefirst Tuesdayofeverymonth.Areyounewtothe areaandwanttotransfertojointheAuxiliaryasanewmember,orlookingtoget moreinformation?Stopbythemeeting, speakwiththebartenderandshewillfind

anofficertotakecareofyou.

Women’sClubofIndianRiver— The Women’sClubofIndianRiver( WCIR)isa non-profitdedicatedtoservingthecommunitiesinandaroundtheIndianRiver,aswell asstateandnationalorganizations.They meetthesecondMondayofeachmonth (fromSeptemberthroughJune)attheIndian RiverYachtClubat10a.m.Tolearnmore, contactLynnatlthomp018@gmail.com. SaltwaterFlyAnglersofDelaware— Fly fishermenandwomenofallagesandskill levelsareinvitedtoattendtheclub’smeetingsonthesecondWednesdayofthemonth (Februar ythroughDecember)attheRolling MeadowsClubhouseinLewesat7p.m.For moreinformation,anddirections,visit sfaod.com.

IrishMenMeet— IfyouareIrishbybirthor descent,considerjoiningTheAncientOrder oftheHibernians.Theyarewelcomingnew members,andmeetonthesecondThursdayofeachmonthatSt.EdmondsHallin RehobothBeachat6p.m.Formoreinformation,visitaoh.com,callortext(516) 770-1822oremailpcurran43@aol.com.

Drop-Ins

WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffortputtogetherbyBillMurphytocelebrate patriotismandcelebratetheflag,bymeetingattheBethanyBeachbandstandevery Wednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupportthemili-

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tary,lawenforcementandfirefighterswho serveandprotect.Allarewelcome.

AdultTime— AdultscanstopintheSouth CoastalLibraryanytimethey’reopento workonjigsawpuzzles,playcheckersor color.Thisisfree,andallmaterialsareprovided.

BookDonations— SouthCoastalLibrary onlyacceptsbookdonationsfrom2to4 p.m.onTuesdays.Thereisalistontheir website,southcoastal.lib.de.us,ofwhatthey doordon’taccept.

SoupandSandwiches— TheOceanView C hurchofChristisholdingaSoup&SandwichministryonthesecondWednesdayof eachmonth,fromOctoberthroughMarch, from11:30a.m.to1p.m.Allarewelcome.

TeleserviceNavigators— TheGeorgetown PublicLibraryhostsTeleserviceNavigators everyMondayfrom10a.m.to3p.m.and everyTuesdayfrom10a.m.to2p.m.Get helpwithvirtualresources,suchastelehealthappointments,appointmentswith lawyersandsocialserviceappointments usingthenewTelehealthK iosk.ANavigator willbeatthelibrarytohelpsetupvirtual appointments.Formoreinformation,call (302)856-7958,emailgeorgetown.library@lib.de.usorvisitthelibraryat123W PineSt.,Georgetown.

LaEsperanzaintheLibrary/Biblioteca— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsLaEsperanzaintheLibrary/Bibliotecaevery Wednesdayfrom3:30to6p.m.Déjenos ayudarlea:completarsuspapeles,interpretarsuscartas,inscribirseenlaescuela, renovarsusd ocumentos,crearunavida major,ymuchomás.LaEsperanza: (302)854-9262.

PawsforPeopleReadingTime— The GeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsPawsfor PeopleonthefirstandthirdThursdaysof everymonthfrom4to5p.m.Readaloudto afurry,friendlytherapycompaniontohelp inspirealoveofreading.OfferedbyPaws forPeople.Readersofallagesandstages arewelcome.

ElementaryHomeschoolersProgram— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsits HomeschoolProgramonthe thirdTuesday ofeverymonthat1p.m.Everymonth,they offeradifferentactivityforelementaryschool-agedchildren.

SocratesCafé— SocratesCaféisagroupof individualsfromdifferentbackgroundsthat discussphilosophicalideas.Meetingsare thefirstTuesdayofeachmonth,from2to 3:30p.m.attheBethanyBeachChristian Church.Everyoneiswelcome.Formoreinformation,callBonnieat537-9440,orsend anemailtobonniejd.rae@gmail.com.

FlipFive— Ameri canLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingFlipFivegameson Wednesdaynightsfrom6-8p.m.Members, guestsandthegeneralpublicareallinvited toplay.Justsignthebookandwrite“Flip Five”nexttoyourname.

WingNight— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingWingNightevery Thursdayat6:30p.m.Members,guests andthegeneralpublicareallinvited. SeafoodNight— AmericanLegionPost24 inDagsboroishostingSeafoodNightevery Fridayfrom4:30to7:30p.m.Kar aokefollowsfrom7to11p.m.Members,guests andthegeneralpublicareallinvited.

DinnerNight— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingdinnereverySaturday from4:30to7:30p.m.DJ/Karaokewillper-

formfrom7to11p.m.Members,guests andthegeneralpublicareallinvited. CommunityLuncheon— TheMariners Bethel’sHopeCenterishostinglunchevery Tuesdayfrom11:30a.m.to1p.m.They serveachoiceofhomemadesoups,fresh sandwichesandhomemadedessert s. Carry-outisalsoavailable.

GriefShare— MarinersBethelGlobal MethodistChurchoffersafreeGriefShare supportgroupeverySundayfrom1to3 p.m.atthechurch.Therewillbevaluable guidanceandtipsondealingwiththeloss ofalovedone.Formoreinformation,call 539-9510.

MealsforMinistry— SalemChurchishostingMealsforMinistryonthesecond Wednesdayofeachmonthfrom5to7p.m. Therewillbechickenanddumplings,sides, drinksanddesserts.Thisisfre e,andboth dine-inandcarry-outareavailable.

MenofChristMinistryMeals— Salem ChurchishostingMenofChristMinistry MealsonthethirdWednesdayofeach monthfrom5to7p.m.Therewillbe lasagna,chickenalfredo,Italianwedding soupanddrinksordesserts.Thisisfree,

andbothdine-inandcarry-outareavailable.

OpenTableFoodMinistry— SalemChurch ishostingtheOpenTableFoodMinistryon thefirst,fourthandfifthWednesdaysof eachmonthfrom5to7p.m.E achWednesdaywillhaveadifferentmeal,andthe menusareavailableonthechurch’swebsite andFacebookpage.Dine-inorcarry-outis available,andthemealsarefree.

ThriftShopOpen— TheBethelThriftShop willbeopenonWednesdays,weatherpermitting,from10a.m.to2p.m.Theyhavea largeselectionofgifts,holidayitems,clothing,householdwares,toys,books,jewelry andmoretobenefitthechurch’sprojects. Donationsofitemsareacceptedeachday theyar eopen.TheThriftShopislocatedat 111HazzardStreetinDagsboro.Formore information,call(302)519-2984.

Politics

DemsMeet— The41stDemocratRDmeets thethirdThursdayofeverymonthatPizza KingRestaurantinMillsboroat6p.m.This isopentoanyDemocrats.Formoreinformation,callTomBrettat(443)257-2061.

ShoreDems— TheShoreDemocrats meetsattheDenatBearTrapDunesclubhousefrom11a.m.to1:30p.m.onthe thirdWednesdayofthemonth.Thisisa socia lorganizationthateducates,informs andcreatescamaraderieamongtheir membersthroughmonthlylunchmeetings thatfeatureengagingspeakers.Formore information,visitshoredemocrats.com.

RepublicansMeet— The38thDistrictRepublicanClubmeetsthefourthMondayof themonth.Socialhoursbeginat6p.m., andthemeetingstartspromptlyat6:30 p.m.Informationontheclubandmeetings canbefoundat38thdrcp.com,orthrough emailatinfo@38thdrcp.com.

Dem ocratsMeet— The38thRepresentative DistrictDemocraticCommitteemeetsthe firstWednesdayofeverymonthat5p.m. Formoreinformation,updatesonspeakers andmeetinglocations,visitdeldems38.org oremailingthemat Deldems38@gmail.com.

SussexRepublicansMeet— TheSussex CountyRepublicanCommitteemeetsthe

Open House

secondMondayofeverymonthattheMillsborofirehall.Meetingsstartpromptlyat 6:30p.m.andallarewelcome.Information onmonthlyguestspeakers,legislativeupdatesandmeetingupdatescanbefoundat sussex.gop

Fitness/Health/Dance

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel GMChosts“TuningUptheTemple”exercise/fitnessclassesonMondays,WednesdaysandFridays,from9to10:15a.m.at TheHopeCenter.Theclassesaresession-based,notdrop-in,socont actCarol Lynchat(302)745-8237orcklynch02@gmail.comformoredetailson thesefreeclasses.

YogaClasses— MarinersBethelGMC hostsyogaclassesat5p.m.onWednesdaysintheArmorRoom,upstairsinthe churchbuilding,withHeatherMurphy. YogaisalsoofferedonSaturdayat9:30 a.m.withMicoleLinehan.Thedrop-infee foryogais$7.Classesareopentothe communityandallarewelcome.

ZumbaClass— MarinersBethelChurchis holdingazumbaexerciseclassintheHo pe CentergymeveryMonday,Wednesdayand Fridayat10a.m.Thereisa$8drop-infee. Noregistrationisnecessary,andallarewelcome.Formoreinformation,sendanemail tozumbabyjo@gmail.com.

MultipleMyelomaSupport— TheDelaware MultipleMyelomaSupportGroupmeetsthe thirdSaturdayofeverymonthviaZoom from1to3p.m.Formoreinformation,contactSueIwahashiat

myelomaemailsue@gmail.com.

LineDancing— CapeHenlopenSeniorCenterishostingline-danc ingclassesonMondays.Beginnersclassestakeplaceat10 a.m.,andImproversareat11a.m.For moreinformation,call(302)227-2055.

Al-Anon— Al-Anonisasupportgroupforthe familiesandfriendsofalcoholics.Meetings areheldeveryTuesday,from7to8:30p.m., atOceanViewPresbyterianChurch.Formore information,visitovpc.org.

ArgentineTango— TheLewesSeniorActivity CenterishostingArgentineTangoDancingon Tuesdays,from7to9p.m.Adultsofallages arewelcome,andnoexperienceorpartneris required.Thereisa$5fee,butthefirstvisitis free.Enterthroughthebackdoorofthefacility. Formoreinformation,visitthegrouponlineat TangoByTheBeach.com.

GeorgetownWalkers— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostGPLWalkerseveryMondayat 9a.m.ThewalkingclubgoestoSandhill Fieldsfora30-to40-minutewalk,weather permitting.ThetrailbeginsattheMurray’s LaneParkinglot,109-199MurraysLane.For more information,call(302)856-7958,email georgetown.library@lib.de.usorvisitthelibraryat123WPineSt.,Georgetown.

Tai-ChiClasses— BethelMethodistChurchis hostingfreeTai-ChiclassesonTuesdaysand Thursdaysfrom10to11a.m.Thisisopento thepublic,andallarewelcome.Organizers decribedtheclassesas“easy,”andcasualattireissuggested.Formoreinformation,call (302)519-2984.

StrokeSupport— Astrokesupportgroup meetsatPAMHealthRehabilitationHospitalof GeorgetownonthethirdTuesdayofevery monthat3:30p.m.Reservationsarerecommended,butwalk-insarewelcome.Formore information,call(302)440-4866.

Alzheimer’sCaregiversMeeting— AmeetingforAlzheimer’scaregiversisheldthefirst andthirdThursdaysofeverymonthatthe OceanViewCHEERCenterat1p.m.The meetingslastforuptotwohours.

Pickleball— TheHopeCenteratMariners BethelishostingpickleballeveryMonday, WednesdayandFridayfrom11:30a.m.to 2:30p.m.

Al-AnonFamilyGroups— Al-Anonisasupportgroupforfamilyandfriendsofalcoholics. Thegroupsaysyouneverhavetobealone again.Al-AnonFamilyGroupsmeetatOcean ViewPresbyterianChurcheveryTuesdayfrom 7to8p.m.

RollerSkating— SalemChurchinSelbyvilleis hostingrollerskatingeverysecondandfourth Fridayofthemonthfrom6:30to8p.m.There isacostof$1forskaterentals.Snacksare availableforpurchase.

Qigong,YogaSessions— St.Martha’sEpiscopalChurchishostingQigongonTuesdaysand Thursdaysat9:30a.m.andYogaonMondays at9:30a.m.

Hobby/Craft

NeedlepointGuild— Delaware’s SeashoreChapterofTheAmerican NeedlepointGuildmeetsonthefirst Mondayofthemonthfrom10a.m.to2 p.m.attheGeorgetownPublicLibrary. Bringingaboxlunchisencouraged.New membersarealwayswelcome.Fordetails,sendanemailtothechapterat delawaresseashorechapter@needl epoint.or g.

CoffeeandCarsCruiseIn— St.George’s UnitedMethodistChurchandtheGhost RydersCarClubarehostingacruise-inat thechurchthesecondandfourthFriday

ofeachmonth.ThisoperatesfromApril throughOctober.Therewillbecoffee, donutsandfellowship.Formoreinformation,callMikeStramellaat(410)4191843.

RadioOperators— AnyHamradiooperator,orpeoplewantingtomeetandgreet others,cangettogetherattheMillsboro PizzaKingonThursda ysat8:30a.m.The ARRLSectionManagerusuallyattends. Formoreinformation,contactJackMagar atk8uyc80@gmail.com.

PenPalProgram— ThankstoapartnershipbetweenSouthCoastalLibrary,Kent CountyLibraryandWellingtonCityLibraries,youcannowcommunicatebyletterwithaNewZealander.Thisisafun waytolearnaboutanothercountryand makeanewfriend.Allinternational postageishandled,andyoucanbringin andpickupyourlettersatthelibrary.For m oreinformationandregistration,visit themat delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/11366 626orcall(302)858-5518.

Bookdiscussion— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsitsWednesdayMorning BookDiscussiononthefourthWednesday ofeverymonthat10:15a.m.InNovemberandDecember,however,theywill meetonthethirdWednesday.Booksare availableforpickupeachmonthatthelibrary.

Music

MusicJam— St.MatthewsBytheSea UnitedMethodistChurchishostinga MusicJamonthefirstandthirdFridays

ModelNowOpen!

Jointhisincrediblenewcommunity!Thisuniqueandintimateneighborhoodfeaturesa coastalfarmhouseflair,withamenitiesforthewholefamily. Largelots,communitypool, walkingpatharoundthepond,andadogpark awaitwhenyoutakeadvantageofthe Grand OpeningIncentives thatarenowofferedwhenyoustopinattheModelhome.Don’tmissout onthisincredibleopportunity,andfindyourforeverhomeatIronwood. Findusonline! Giveusacall!

CoastalPoint•KerinMagill

ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS

TheFenwickIslandPoliceDepartment onFriday,Feb.28,hosteditsfirstCoffee withaCopeventatthenewSurfBagel locationinthetown.InadditiontoFenwickIslandofficersandresidents,the gatheringbroughtofficersfromsurroundingpolicedepartmentsincluding OceanViewandDeweyBeach.Above, Cpl.StephenMajewskioftheFenwick IslandPoliceDepartmentchatswith FenwickIslandTownCouncilmember ColleenWilson.

ofthemonthat4p.m.Alllevelsarewelcome.

Women’sACapellaChorus— Achapter ofSweetAdelinesInternationalInc.holds rehearsalseveryMondayeveningfrom6 to8p.m.intheOceanPines(Md.)CommunityCenter.Theyarelookingforladies wholovetosing.Memberscomefrom MarylandandDelaware.Formoreinformation,callMaryat(410)629-9383,find themonsocialmediaorvisitdelmarvachorus.org.

Museums/Displays

RailroadMuseum— TheDelawareSeasideRailroadClubhouseisaninteractive museumofmodelrailroading,andislocatedat36668DuPontBoulevard,inSelbyville.Theyareopentothepublicevery Wednesdayfrom5to7p.m.,andevery Saturday,from10a.m.to3p.m.Admissionisfree.Formoreinformation,visit themonlineatdelawareseasiderailroadclub.com.

Dinker-IrvinMuseum— TheBethany BeachMuseumatDinker-IrvinCottageis opentothepublicMonday,Wednesdayand Friday,from10a.m.tono onduringsummer.Privatetoursareavailablebyappointment.Interestedgroupsof10-15maycall (302)539-8725.Admissiontothemuseumisfree,andparkingisavailablein frontofthemuseum.Themuseumisnot handicap-accessible.Formoreinformation, visitonlineattownofbethanybeach.com, andclickunder“Residents/History/Town Museum.”

SelbyvilleMuseum— TheSelbyvilleMuseumisopenfrom10a.m.to2p.m.onthe thirdsaturdayofeachmonththroughOctober.VariousrailroadandTownartifactsdatingbacktotheearliestagriculturaldaysof thetownareondisplay,alongwithpolice memorabiliathroughthelate20thCentury. Themuseumislocatedat6RailroadAvenue.Admissionisfree.Formoreinformation,visitthemonlineat selbyville.delaware.gov.

HistoricVillage— TheHistoricVillagein OceanViewisopenonWednesdaysthrough Aug.28from10a.m.to1p.m.

Faith

CommunityBibleStudy— GraceUnited MethodistChurchinMillsboroishostinga BibleStudythisfallonWednesdaymornings,startingonSept.6,from10a.m.to noon.Formoreinformation,andtoregister,visitsussexcounty.cbsclass.org.

CommunityBibleStudy— Community BibleStudy,focusingontheBookof Matthew,willmeeteveryThursdayat MarinersBethelintheFellowshipHall from6:30to8:30p.m.Toregister,goonlinetobethanybeacheve.cbsclass.org.

MenofFaith— SalemChurchinSelbyville hostsMe nofChristMealsonthethird Wednesdayofeachmonthfrom5to7 p.m.TherewillbeanItalian-styledinner, drinksanddesserts.Thisisfree,andboth dine-inandcarry-outareavailable.

ReCharge— SalemChurchinSelbyvilleis hostingachildren’sandyouthministry everyWednesdayofthemonthfrom6to 7p.m.

BibleStudy— SalemChurchinSelbyville ishostingBiblestudyeveryThursdayat 10a.m.

31911 Surf Road, Bethany Beach

$7,500,000

A rare offering in the highly sought-after quiet community of Sussex Shores! This classic 1960s beach home, designed as a replica of the original Fenwick Island Life-Saving Station, exudes timeless coastal charm with three levels, ve bedrooms, and a distinctive cupola offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. Thoughtful craftsmanship and unique woodworking throughout make this home a treasure for those who appreciate vintage coastal architecture. Walking distance to the heart of Bethany Beach, with its shops, dining, and entertainment. Stunning ocean views. Sold furnished with exclusions. Call Brian Crowley (c) 302-539-4013

BAs. Kitchen has ample cabinet space and a breakfast bar. The formal dining room has a little pantry area between the kitchen & the dining room & plenty of counter. The nished basement has a family room, a fth BR, and a full BA. Offers plenty of storage and a walkout to the backyard. The fenced yard features a deck plus a shed for extra storage. 2-car garage provides additional parking and storage. Home offers plenty of outdoor space and privacy. Located just 30 minutes from Delaware beaches.

Call Sherry Ternahan (c) 302-745-2273

54 S Atlantic Ave, Bethany Beach

$7,500,000

This is the rst oceanfront, 8BR home to hit the market in downtown Bethany Beach in years. Breathtaking ocean views, offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and unforgettable seaside living. The open-concept main level places the gourmet kitchen, dining room, and great room under soaring vaulted ceilings. The luxurious primary suite offers its own private screened-in porch along with a spa-like en suite featuring an oversized shower and a soaking tub. Smart design touches include a private elevator, 4-car garage, multiple outdoor showers, and a private walkway to the sand. And for those interested in rental potential, this home generates over $100,000 per season in income. Call Brian Crowley (c) 302-539-4013 Here's your opportunity to own a townhouse with all of the bene ts of owning in Bethany Beach. Only one mile to the beach via bike, walk, town trolley or vehicle (parking permits to park downtown). This interior unit

1 S Shore Dr, North Bethany

$2,700,000

Luxury waterfront home on the Indian River Inlet with stunning views throughout. Exceptional amenities, modern features and unbeatable location. Spacious BRs, propane replaces in main living area and primary BR. Open concept living, dining, and kitchen make it perfect for entertaining. Multiple decks, large garage with storage, plus addtl garage/workshop with A/C. Off-street parking for at least six cars. Elevator access to all levels. Eco-friendly solar power system. Fishing directly from the property, community pool and tennis courts. Convenient boat launch.

Call Doug Purcell (c) 410-707-3333

37138 Ocean Park Ln, Fenwick Island

$3,750,000

Breathtaking 5-BR, 4.5-BA home just one house from the ocean in the exclusive gated community of Fenwick Acres. Offering the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and convenience, features include 5 spacious BRs, 4-/2 BAs, 2 addt’l outdoor showers, changing areas and ½ BA. Open living, dining, and kitchen areas ideal for entertaining. Cozy den with wet bar, propane replace off kitchen, ample decks on two levels and large screened porch, state-of-the-art sound system and comprehensive alarm system.

Call Doug Purcell (c) 410-707-3333

29539 East Dr, North Bethany

$2,750,000

Welcome to your new beach home with 5 BR and 4.5

37076 Beach Club Ave, Ocean View

$585,000

Charming 3-BR, 2-BA single-family home in soughtafter Ocean View Beach Club, just 1.5 miles away from the beaches. Amenities include outdoor/indoor pools, pickleball courts, tness center, steam/spa areas, billiards/game room, meeting/activity room, massage rooms and more. Open-concept living with spacious kitchen area with modern SS appliances. Comfortable rst oor primary suite with en-suite BA. Two additional well-sized BRs with shared BA. Laundry room on main oor, two car garage, porch and outside shower. Call Doug Purcell (c) 410-707-3333

302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,BethanyBeach,DE JigsawPuzzleSwap— Bringuptothree jigsawpuzzlestoswapforonesthatothers haveleftwiththisfunactivityatSouth CoastalLibraryat2p.m.Puzzlesshould,to thebestofyourknowledge,havealltheir pieces,beingoodcondition,andbein theiroriginal,un-tapedcontainers.Wealso havetwocommunityjigsawpuzzlessetup inthelibraryforyoutohelpuscomplete wheneverwe’reopen.Puzzlescana lsobe borrowedfromotherlibrariesforyoutodo athome—justplaceaholdonthemin ourcatalog!HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930https://southcoastal.lib.de.us 302-858-5518.

March19

Women’sBibleStudy— AWomen’sBible StudygroupatMarinersBethelChurchwill

bereviewinganddiscussing“Whatthe WomenSaw,”presentedbyJennyAllen, JadaEdwards,SadieHuffandBianca Olthoff.TheywillmeeteveryWednesday, throughAp ril2,from10to11:30a.m.or from7to8:30p.m.Allwomenarewelcome,andcanregisterattheoffice,by calling(302)539-9510oronlineat marinersbethel.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2721885.

MahjongClub— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.fortheirMahjongClubfor casualplay.Registrationisnotrequired, butpriorplayingexperienceispreferred. Call(302)732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPubl icLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

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HappyBooker’sClub— JoinRachelfor SouthC oastalLibrary’snextHappyBookersmeetingat2p.m.Thegroupmeetson selectmonthstodiscussachosenbook. Booksselectedareworksoffictionfrom variousgenresandauthors.Thismonthwe willbediscussingWomenTalkingby MiriamToews.Limitedcopieswillbeavailableforcheckoutatthecirculationdesk startinginFeb.Registrationisrequiredand availableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.us orbyphoneat302-858-5518.Hostedby theSouthCoastalLibrary, BethanyBeach, DE.

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March20

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VideoGameNight— Comehangoutat FrankfordPublicLibraryat5p.m.andplay somevideogames!We'vegotPS5,NintendoSwitch,andRetroConsoles.Ages12 andUp.Parentsarewelcometoplayas well!RegistrationRe quired.Call3027329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guild(RBWG)hostsaweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionattheSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.Participantsage18plusofALLskilllevelswillpractice creativewritinginafriendlyandnurturing atmosphere.(Inpersonparticipationonly.) Free,registeratsouthcoastal.lib.d e.usor bycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

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March21

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March22

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tinuedtocalleachotherovertheir50yearmarriage.

BillHowletthadtakenanelementaryschoolprincipalpositioninMillsboro,Del.,beforetheystarteddating, buttheyplannedtoseeeachother againoncehemoved.So,whenhe learnedfromthejuniorhighschool principalthattheirmusicteacherwas retiring,heknewexactlywhotorecommend.EnterBethCromietothe IndianRiverSchoolDistrict.They marriedsoonafterhermovetoSussex County.

Howlettwasafun-loving,intelligent,talkativepersonwho,withher husband,traveledtoatleast15countriesmultipletimes.Butherfavorite placewasCapeMay,N.J.,whereshe visitedatleastonceayearforevery yearofherlife.Herparentsand,later, herbrotherDellCromie,maintaineda secondhomethere,andshewasalways readytovisit.

AsmuchasshelovedgoingtoCape Maywhengrowingupandthewonderfulbeachforswimming,herreal lovewasChristmas.Shelovedeverythingaboutit:decoratingthelargest treeshecouldgetintothehouse(one gotstuckinthehallway),wrapping presents,sendingcards,singingChristmascarols,etc.

Shethencameupwiththeideaofa wine-tastingparty.Shelovedtoentertainwithwine-tastingpartiesather home,whichwerelegendaryformore than40years.Oneruleshehadwas thatonehadtodressintheirfinestif comingtotheparty.Shehadinvited oneofherclassmatesfromhercollege days,andhecamewearingatuxcoat, butwithtennisshoesonhisfeet!

Howletthadabeautifulsoprano voiceandlovedtosing. In1972,she wasafoundingmemberofatheatrical troupeinwhichshesangandactedin numerousplaysandrevues.Shehad broughtupthepossibilityofgetting enoughpeopletogethertoformatheatergroup,andoncetheyhad10more, theynameditthePossumPointPlayers.Ittookoffandneverstopped growing.Thispastfall,theycelebrated 50yearsandpresentedthemusical “Ragtime,”whichwasstagedagainas oneofthemanyplaysandmusicals duringthose50years.BothHowlett, withherbeautifulvoice,andBill Howlett,asanumpire,wereinthecast.

AnotherofhermanyaccomplishmentswashelpingtheSouthern DelawareChoralegetitsstartin1986. Shewasthereatthebeginningand hadbeenlookingforwardtocelebratingwiththeChoralefortheir40th year.Theverylargegrouphasappeared overmuchofSussexCounty.

EverythingatChristmashadtobe fun.ThesingingofChristmascarols

involvedeverybody.Asthenumberof peoplejoiningthetheatergroupgrew, sodidthenumberofguestsseenatthe tastingparties.Thepartycouldgoon to2a.m.inthebeginning,butthePossumsweregettingolder,aswerethe guests,soclosingtimebecamecloserto 10p.m.Thattraditionhasbeencarried onbyherdaughterMeghanWilson.

Partofthereasonherfathercame toMillsboro,Del.,fromhisFlorida homewasthathermotherhadpassed away.BothhisdaughterBethand granddaughterMeghanenticedhimto come.Hishappinessshownthroughas hewasintroducedtoallofhisdaughter’sfriends.Hewasseeinghisdaughteratherbestandcouldnotbeany happier.

Shewillbemissed.

Howlettwasprecededindeathby herparents,CharlesCromieandRuth (Mason)Cromie,in1999.Sheissurvivedbyherhusbandof54years,Bill HowlettofMillsboro,Del.;herdaughterandson-in-law,SeanWilsonand Meghan(Howlett)WilsonofEgg HarborTownship,N.J.;twograndchildren,AlyssaandKennethWilson;her brotherandsister-in-lawDellCromie andLinda(Zerblis)Cromie;andthree nephews,Adam,ZacharyandKellen Cromie;aswellasnumerousother cousins.

Aviewingwillbeheldfrom5to7 p.m.onMonday,March10,2025,at WatsonFuneralHome&Cremato-

rium,211S.WashingtonSt.,Millsboro,Del.Afuneralwillbeheldthere onTuesday,March11,2025,at3p.m., withanadditionalviewingonehour prior.Howlett’slifememorialwebpage isatwww.watsonfh.com.

JoanE.Jasper,87

JoanE.Jasper,87,ofSelbyville, Del.,andformerlyofGlenolden,Pa., diedpeacefully,withherfamilybyher side,onThursday,March6,2025.She wasborninDarby,Pa.,onMay5, 1937,daughterofthelateCarman DiSandsandMildred(Beardslee) DiSands.

ShemarriedAlbert“Harry”Jasper onNov.17,1956,andhadalongand lovingmarriage.Shewasawonderful homemaker,andtogethertheyraised threechildren,untilHarryJasper’s passingin2005.

Timespentwithfamilyandher closecircleoffriendsbroughther muchjoy.

Jasperwasprecededindeathbya brother,ThomasJ.DiSands.Sheis survivedbyherchildren,MichaelT. Jasperandhiswife,Faith,ofSelbyville, Del.,LindaM.Clarkandherhusband, Greg,ofGlenMills,Pa.,andAlbertH. JasperJr.andhiswife,Theresa,of Henderson,Nev;10grandchildren; andsevengreat-grandchildren.

AprivateCelebrationofLifeservicewillbescheduledatalaterdate.In lieuofflowers,thefamilysuggested donationsinhermemorytoDelaware Hospice,100PatriotsWay,Milford, DE19963.Condolencesmaybesent byvisitingwww.bishophastingsfh.com.

Michael‘Mike’MateraJr.,89

Michael“Mike”MateraJr.,89,of SouthBethany,Del.,passedaway peacefullyathisresidenceonMarch8, 2025.BornJune18,1935,inRiverside, N.J.,Materawasknownforhisstrong workethicandcommitmenttohis familyandcommunity.

$1,595.

Hebeganhiscareerasalinemanfor PSEGinNewJerseyandlaterbecame avolunteerfirefighter.Afterretiring fromPSEG,heworkedasarealestate agent.Throughouthislife,hewasdedicatedtoserviceandwasarespected memberofhiscommunity.Heserved proudlyintheNationalGuardandwas instrumentalinfoundingtheSouth BethanyBeachTownWatchCommitteeandtheSouthBethanyBeach BeautificationCommittee.Hewasalso apastpresidentoftheSouthBethany HomeownersAssociation.

Anoutdoorsenthusiast,Materaenjoyedhunting,boating,crabbingand theoccasionaltriptothecasinos.His contributionstohiscommunityandhis familywillberemembered.Hewillbe missedbyallwhoknewhim.

Inadditiontohisparents,Michael MateraSr.andMildredRhoades,Materawasprecededindeathbyhiswife, MarieDoris(Kovalesky)Matera;his

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siblingsJosephMateraandLouiseRodano;andafosterdaughter,Terrilee WilsonBrennon.Heissurvivedbyhis son,GaryMateraSr.(andDawn)of Selbyville,Del.;daughter,DianeMatera(andStevenLamb)ofFortMyers Beach,Fla.;grandson,GaryMateraJr.; granddaughters,AliciaBurns,Laurie JenkinsandChelseaBarbely;greatgrandsons,RobbieEverham,Jayden JenkinsandJacksonBarbely;greatgranddaughters,ChloeBurnsand OliviaBarbely;sister,ElaineVogelman;andafosterdaughter,RoseWilsonMacfarland.

AvisitationwillbeheldonTuesday, March18,2025,from10to11a.m.at MillvilleUnitedMethodistChurch, 36405ClubHouseRoad,Millville, Del.Thefuneralservicewillfollowat 11a.m.Burialwillbeheldprivately. Matera’slifememorialwebpageisat www.parsellfuneralhomes.com.

CarolL.(Elliott)Melchior,82

CarolL.(Elliott)Melchior,82,of Dagsboro,Del.,passedawayonThursday,Feb.27,2025,inherhome,surroundedbyherfamily.Shewasbornin Wilmington,Del.,onSept.2,1942.

In1960,shegraduatedfrom WilliamPennHighSchool.Afterhigh school,sheattendedGoldeyBeacom Collegeandgraduatedin1962withan associate’sdegree.Sheworkedfora localschooldistrictandretiredin 2004.

Shewasalovinganddevotedwife, motherandgrandmother,andafriend tomany.

Melchiorwasprecededindeathby herfivebrothers;VincentT.ElliottJr., RobertL.Elliott,DonaldB.Elliott, LawrenceS.ElliottandRaymondA. Elliott;herparents,VincentT.Elliott Sr.andMargueriteS.Elliott.Sheis survivedbyherbelovedhusbandof60 years,FredW.MelchiorJr.;herdaughter,CindyMitchellandherhusband, RyanMitchell;andhertwograndchildren,JonathanandJuliaMitchell.In addition,sheissurvivedbyseveral niecesandnephews.

FuneralserviceswillbeheldprivatelyattheVeteran’sMemorial CemeteryinMillsboro,Del.Inlieuof flowers,contributionscanbemadeto Delaware Hospice.

AndrewTimchalk,94

AndrewTimchalk,94,ofSeaford, Del.,diedSunday,March9,2025,at TidalHealthNanticokeHospitalin Seaford.HewasborninGlenCampbell,Pa.,sonofthelateMichaelTimchalkandFannie(Hook)Timchalk. HeretiredfromworkasameteorologistatNOAAandlovedgolfing.

Inadditiontohisparents,Timchalk wasprecededindeathbyhiswife, AlyceC.Timchalk;twodaughters, LisaA.TimchalkandJulieC.Tim-

chalk;hisbrothersMikeandJohn Timchalk;andhissistersKate,Sue, Irene,Nancy,Anne,HelenandMary. Heissurvivedbyadaughter,Nancy Hefnerandherhusband,Jeff,of Frankford,Del.

Serviceswillbeheldatalaterdate. Inlieuofflowers,donationsinhis memorymaybemadetoAmerican CancerSocietyatdonate.cancer.org. Condolencesmaybesentbyvisiting www.bishophastingsfh.com.

SueCloudeToomey,83

SueCloudeToomey,83,ofMillsboro,Del.,passedawaypeacefullyat herhomeonFeb.27,2025.Shewas bornonAug.29,1941,inNewMarket, Va.,tothelateCharlesHamilton CloudeSr.andM.Marguerite(McNeal)Cloude.

Toomey’searlylifewasdedicatedto bothhereducationandcareer.SheattendedDelawareTechnicalCommu-

nityCollege,whereshereceivedcertificationasalabtechnician.Sheworked invariouslaboratorypositionsfor morethan30years,includingatSterwinLabs,nowpartofMerck.Afterward,shepursuedacareerinearly childhoodeducation,sharinghernurturingspiritanddedicationwiththe childrenatCozyCrittersDaycareand MotherGooseinSussexCounty,Del. Shewasproudlythe“Queen”until 2017oftheRedHatSociety,where shesharedherlivelyspiritwithmany. Shewasanactiveandcommitted memberofShilohChurchinLaurel, Del.,whereshedisplayedherstrong faithanddevotiontoherLordand Savior.

Anavidcookandbaker,Toomey tookimmenseprideinherculinary creations—especiallyhercakesand weddingcakes,whichwereasourceof greatjoyandsatisfactionforher.Her passionforbakingwasonlymatched

byherloveforfamilyandfriends,and shewillberememberedforthemany meals,dessertsandspecialoccasions shehelpedcreate.

Toomeywasprecededindeathby herparents;aswellashersiblings CharlesCloude,RonnieCloudeand DinahPearsal.Sheleavesbehindthree lovingsons:Jesse,RogerandBarry Mitchell;sixgrandchildren,Samantha Moore,JoshuaMitchell,Zach Mitchell,ChristieLynnGreen,R. AllanMitchellandWilliamMitchell; aswellasmanygreat-grandchildren, extendedfamilymembersandcountlessfriendswhoselivesshetouched withloveandkindness.

AcelebrationofToomey’slifewill beheldonSaturday,April5,2025,at1 p.m.atShilohCommunityChurch, 14181ShilohChurchRd,Laurel,Del. Herlifememorialwebpageisat www.watsonfh.com.

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March24

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March25

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VinyasaYoga— JoinSarahSchaber,RYT500certifiedyogainstructor,atSouth CoastalLibraryat4:45p.m.forafree, one-hourVinyasaYoga class.Thisclassis moderately-pacedwithmorechallenging posesthanGentleFlowYoga.Createenergy,buildstrength,andpromoteflexibility andcirculationthroughoutthebody.Deep relaxationandstressreleasealsoincluded. Pleasebringayogamatandfoamblocks. Registrationopensat4:45p.m.onDec.31 andisavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling302-858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!)Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.Hostedb ytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930

March26

Women’sBibleStudy— AWomen’sBible StudygroupatMarinersBethelChurchwill bereviewinganddiscussing“Whatthe WomenSaw,”presentedbyJennyAllen, JadaEdwards,SadieHuffandBianca Olthoff.TheywillmeeteveryWednesday, throughApril2,from10to11:30a.m.or from7to8:30p.m.Allwomenarewelcome,andcanregisterattheoffice,by calling(302)539-9510oronlineat marinersbethel .churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2721885.

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SpeakerSeries— JournalistNancyLynch andVietnamveteranRickLovekinjoin forcesforamulti-mediaprog ramtodiscussthemorethan1,000lettersthatservicemensenttoMs.Lynchforher newspapercolumnveteranmailbagat FrankfordPublicLibraryat5p.m.Sheis accompaniedbyVietnamveteranRick Lovekin,aHueyhelicopterdoorgunner, Cobracrewchief,andfrequentletterwriter toNancy,whoshowsslidesfromVietnam setto1960smusic.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlib rary.

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March27

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary everyThursdayat11a.m.foraBabyBees story-timeforchildren,ages0-24months, andtheircaregivers,topromoteearlyliteracy.Comelistentostoriesandsongsand engagewithotherbabies.StoryTimeis currentlyheldinthelibrary.Registrationis required.Youcansignuponlinebyvisiting usatfrankford.lib.de.us.orCall(302)7329351.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary

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TeenMovie,Venom:TheLastDance— Comehangout,eatpizza,andwatcha movieatthelibraryonour4ktheatersetupatFrankfordPublicLibraryat4:30p.m. MoviesRatedG-PG13.ForAges12and Up.Registrationisrequiredforpizzaorder. Call302-732-9351orvisitusonlineat fr ankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guild(RBWG)hostsaweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionattheSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.Participantsage18plusofALLskilllevelswillpractice creativewritinginafriendlyandnurturing atmosphere.(Inpersonparticipationonly.) Free,registeratsouthcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insaccep tedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

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March28

MeetYouriPad/iPhone— Gettoknowyour iPadand/oryouriPhoneinthisVERYBASIC introductoryclasstaughtbyexpertTom KinsellaatSouthCoastalLibraryat10 a.m.Besuretobringyourfully-charged andregistereddeviceandyourAppleID& password.Beforeregistering,thinkabout whatyou'dliketolearntodoo nyourdevice.Pleasebespecificaboutwhatyou'd

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FeltFloralSignCraft— Makeafeltfloral springsignyoucanusetoadornyourfr ont dooratSouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.All materialsareprovided.Pleasenotewewill beusinglow-temperaturehotglueguns andacrylicpaintinthisclass.Allskilllevelswelcome,ages18-plus.Registrationis requiredandavailableat southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended.)Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

WashiTapeBookmarks— C allingallbook lovers!JoinKristinatSouthCoastalLibrary at2p.m.forafunandeasyWashiTape Bookmarkclass.Participantswillmaketwo washi-tapebookmarksandallmaterials areprovided.Perfectasagiftortouseon yourown.Registrationisrequiredand availableatwww.southcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling302-858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended.)Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeac h, DE19930

March29

QuarterAuction— TheDelawareTribesoftballorganizationishostingaQuarterAuctionattheFrankfordfirehall.Doorsopen at4p.m.andtheauctionstartsat5p.m. Admissionis$20,whichincludesonepaddle.Additionalpaddlesmaybepurchased for$10each.Therewillbeauctionitems, vendortables,a50-50raffleandaconcessiontablewithfoodanddrinksforsale. Inaddition,therewillbeabeerandwine cashbar.

March31

HooksandNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.foratimeofknitting andcrocheting.Alllevelsarewelcometo attend.Call(302)732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary

April1

PhotographyClub— Doyouliketotake photographs?ComejoinFrankfordPublic Libraryat10:30a.m.forthisfunclub wherewewillshareourfavoriteimages andlearnfromeachotherhowtotakebetterphotos.Registrati onisrequested.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

Dine&Donate— TheCottageCaféwill hostaDine&Donatefrom11a.m.to9 p.m.tobenefittheSocietyofSt.Vincent dePaul(SVdP),St.Ann’sConference. Therewillbea50/50drawingandbasket raffles.TenpercentofallfoodandbeveragesaleswillgotoSVdP,anon-profit groupthathelpsneighborsinneedwith

IRHSAlumniAssociationreadiesforBeef&Brew

Food,funandfreshactivitiesareon tapthisAprilastheIndianRiverHigh SchoolAlumniAssociationinvites everyonetoits10thannualBeef& BrewfundraiseronSaturday,April12. They’llcelebratetheGreen&Gold withanightofall-you-can-eatfood,

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food,shelter,clothing,utilitiesandother essentialservices.

April2

Women’sBibleStudy— AWomen’sBible StudygroupatMarinersBethelChurchwill bereviewinganddiscussing“Whatthe WomenSaw,”presentedbyJennyAllen, JadaEdwards,SadieHuffandBianca Olthoff.TheywillmeeteveryWednesday, throughApril2,from10to11:30a.m.or from7to8:30p.m.Allwomenarewelcome,andcanregisterattheoffice,by calling(302)539-9510oronlineat marinersbethel. churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2721885.

MahjongClub— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.forourMahjongClubfor casualplay.Registrationisnotrequired, butpriorplayingexperienceispreferred. Call302-732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frank-

music,auctionsandacornholecompetitionfrom6to10p.m.attheFrankford VolunteerFireCompanyeventhall. Sinceitisaspecialyear,newfeatures havebeenaddedtotheevent.Therewill be acontestfortheIRHSgraduating classwiththemostattendees.Thewin-

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Dine&Donate— NortheastSeafood KitchenishostingaDine&DonatetobenefittheLordBaltimoreWomen’sClub sc holarshipfundfrom4to9p.m.TheClub willalsousesomeofthemoniestoother localcommunityactivitiesandnonprofitorganizationstheysupport.

April3

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary everyThursdayat11a.m.foraBabyBees story-timeforchildren,ages0-24months, andtheircaregivers,topromoteearlyliteracy.Comelistentostoriesandsongsand engagewithotherbabies.StoryTimeis currentlyheldinthelibrary.Registrationis required.Youcans ignuponlinebyvisiting usatfrankford.lib.de.us.orCall(302)7329351.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary Let’sPlayGames:ForAdults— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryeveryThursdayat 1p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabble,andcardgames.Call(302)7329351orvisitthematfrankford.lib.de.us. FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryand

ningclasswillreceiveaperpetualtrophy thatwillbeusedeachyeartohonorthe mostsupportiveclass.Therewillalsobe acornholetournamentopentoallattendees,whichwilltakeplacethroughoutthenight,withaprizeforthe winner.

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April4

BookClub— FrankfordPublicLibrary’s AdultBookGroupmeetsonthefirstFriday ofthemonthat1p.m.todiscussafiction, nonfiction,orclassictitle.Thismonth'sselectionisTheGuernseyLiteraryandPotato PeelPieSocietybyMaryAnnShaffer.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

April5

SafeBoating— TheUnitedStatesCoast GuardAuxiliaryisteachingaDelaware BoatingSafetyClassattheDNRECLewes F ieldOfficefrom8a.m.to4p.m.Once thiscourseissuccessfullycompleted,you willreceiveaDelawareSafeBoatingCertificatebymail.Thisisrequiredforboaters bornonorafterJan.1,1978.Allmaterials fortheclasswillbeprovidedatregistration.Thecostis$20perperson,and$50 forfamilieswithchildrenunder18.Sign-in

Theeventwillagainofferamenuof itemscenteredaroundpitbeef,allofthe fixings,theTribbittFamilyclamchowderandKim&Tracy’scupcakes.All

startsat7:30a.m.Pre-registrationisrequired,byemailat Flotilla1202@gmail.comorcalling(302) 616-3175.

DEAnimeSocietyMeet ing— Doyoulike Anime,VideoGames,Friends,andFun? ComejointheDelawareAnimeSociety! NowmeetingattheFrankfordPublicLibraryonthefirstSaturdayofeverymonth from10a.m.to2p.m.!Ages13+ONLY. Call302-732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

April12

Beef&Brew— TheIndianRiverHigh SchoolAlumniAssociationishostingits 10thannualBeef&Brewfundraiseratthe Fra nkfordfirehallfrom6to10p.m.There willbeacontestfortheIRHSclasswith themostattendees,aswellasacornhole tournament.Ticketscost$35inadvance, and$45atthedoor.Topurchaseaticket ormakeadonation,visitirhsalumni.com, emailIndianRiverAlumni@gmail.com and/orfollowtheirFacebookpage.

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DelawareHospiceachievesnationalrecognition

DelawareHospicehasachieved recognitionbyearningfourringsin the2024QualityConnectionsprogramoftheNationalAlliancefor CareatHome(NACH).

QualityConnectionsisstructured aroundfourfundamentalpillars, whicharerepresentedbyfourrings: education,application,measurement andinnovation.Participantsengagein activitiessuchasquarterlydatareportingandbenchmarking,educationalcourses,casestudiesand engagementonemergingissues,allof whicharedesignedtopromotehighqualitycaredeliveryandserviceexcellence.Achievementintheprogramis measuredbycompletingactivities withineachofthefourfoundational

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drinksareincluded,includingbeer,wine andsoda.

Beef&Brewistheassociation’ssignaturefundraisingeventeachyear. Guestscanlookforwardtoavarietyof prizeoptionsincludingaliveauction, silentauctionandchanceauction.Donatedprizesincluderestaurantgift cards,localartpieces,golfcoursepackages,overnightstaysatlocalestablish-

areas,culminatingintheclosureofup tofourrings.

DelawareHospiceearnedthehighestachievementpossibleintheQualityConnections2024programyearby closingallfourrings.

Thisaccomplishmentunderscores DelawareHospice’scommitmenttoa continuousqualityimprovementprogramandeducatingyourteamonthe newestandbestpracticesinserious illnessandend-of-lifecare,representativessaid.

“DelawareHospicehasbeenan avidparticipantintheNationalAllianceforCareatHomeQuality ConnectionsProgram,”saidDelaware HospiceVPofCompliance,Quality &EducationWhitneyLayton.“We

mentsandmore.

Organizerssaidtheyareproudto havemaintaineda$35advanceticket pricefortheevent.Ticketspurchasedat the doorwillcost$45each.

“Attendeesalwaysmentionthegood food,drinksandauction—butitalwayscomesbacktospendingtimewith friendsandcommunityinarelaxedand enjoyableatmosphere,”organizerssaid. “Whetheryouarea1969graduateora 2024graduate,thenightisaboutcomingtogetherasafamilytosupportthe studentsandstaffatIndianRiverHigh

areproudtoreceivethisrecognition forthefourthyearinarowateach DelawareHospicelocation.Weare committedtoprovidinghigh-quality andpatient-centeredcaretoourpatientsandfamilies.”

QualityConnectionsbeganasa programoftheNationalHospice& PalliativeCareOrganization,which hasjoinedtogetherwiththeNational AssociationforHomeCare&Hospicetoformthealliance.

Foundedasaprogramfocusingon hospiceandpalliativecareproviders, QualityConnectionswillexpandin 2025underthealliancetoprovide qualityimprovementtoolsandsupporttothefullcare-at-homecontinuum.

School.”

TheIndianRiverHighSchool AlumniAssociationwasformedin 2012toconnectalumniwhilesupporting thelocalhighschoolcommunity. And“likeafinewine,theygetbetter withtime.”Thenonprofitorganization firstgatheredinformallyinasmallofficeandcannowlookbackatmanyaccomplishmentsovertheyears,including supporttostudentclubs,buildinginfrastructureand$100,000inscholarship moneytoIRHSseniorsandalumni.

“Theseaccomplishmentsarethanks

“Coretothealliance’smissionis providingresourcesandguidanceto ourmemberstohelpthemdeliverthe highest-qualitycareathome.Allalliancemembershavesignedanattestationcertifyingtheircommitmentto quality,”saidNACHCEODr.Steve Landers.“AsweexpandtheQuality Connectionsprogramin2025,we’re excitedtoencouragebroaderparticipationacrossthecare-at-homecommunityandultimatelysupportour visionofanAmericawhereeveryone hasaccesstothehighestquality,person-centeredhealthcarewhereverthey callhome.”

LearnmoreaboutDelawareHospice’sprogramsandservicesbyvisitingwww.delawarehospice.org.

tothecommittedindividualswhoorganizetheevents,plusthelocalcommunitywhoalwaysshowupand embracetheIRHSAlumniwithdonationsandattendance.”

Individualsandorganizationscan showtheirsupportbymakingadonationofprizeitemsorscholarshipfunds. Topurchaseaticketormakeadonation,visitwww.irhsalumni.com,send emailto IndianRiverAlumni@gmail.comand/or followtheFacebookpage“IndianRiver HighSchoolAlumni.”

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John Wick (60) AMC 8 p.m.

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Loyalty to the streets where he grew up leaves Lt. Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson (Shemar Moore) of the LAPD’s S.W.A.T. unit torn between duty to his fellow cops and the world he knows best. Communication is the key to keeping the peace in a land of aggression.

SATURDAY

Six Nations (11) WBAL 12 p.m.

It’s the last day of the 2025 Six Nations Championship, and Italy takes on Ireland at Olimpico Stadium in Rome, Italy. Whether home field advantage helps is anyone’s guess as the two teams have met on 37 occasions, with Ireland owning a 33-4 lead.

Dolly Parton: Here I Am (3) CW 8 p.m.

This 2019 documentary explores the life and career of music legend Dolly Parton through archival footage and exclusive interviews with friends, collaborators and Parton herself. The doc also examines the talent behind Dolly’s greatest hits.

SUNDAY

2025 Players Championship (11) WBAL 1 p.m.

Live from TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., the top players in the PGA compete for a chance at winning one of the most prestigious tournaments in golf. After a spectacular comeback last year, will Scottie Scheffler be able to three-peat?

Playing With Fire (22) LIFE 8 p.m.

When their house burns down, nearly killing them, married couple Natalie (Kirsten Comerford) and Loughlin (Brett Geddes) begin to be manipulated by a firefighter named Jack (Stephen Adekolu), who wants to split them up so he can have Natalie for himself.

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2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards (5) FOX (69) WTXF 8 p.m.

Success begets success, and the most-played artists and songs of the year are celebrated at this 12th annual event. Lady Gaga is being honored with the Innovator Award, while Mariah Carey, one of the best-selling artists of all time, gets the Icon Award.

The Calling: A Medical School Journey (12) WCPB 10 p.m.

This documentary follows a diverse group of medical students enrolled at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. Their personal journeys, balanced by doubt and optimism, create inspiration as they become doctors in an underserved area.

TUESDAY

WWE NXT (3) CW 8 p.m.

With the likes of the Hardy Boyz, Joe Hendry, JDC and Moose crossing the line from TNA to WWE’s developmental brand, the floodgates are open between the two promotions. As Stand & Deliver fast approaches, who from TNA will show up next?

2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament (24) TRUTV 9 p.m.

It’s not necessarily how they wanted to get here, but, at least, these four teams get a chance to survive-and-advance in the annual tournament.

The First Four men’s college basketball teams do battle at UD Arena in Dayton, Ohio, as March Madness begins.

The Irrational (11) WBAL 10 p.m.

When an actor from a local theatre’s production of “Little Shop of Horrors” is found dead, Alec (Jesse L. Martin) and Rose (Karen David) go undercover as members of the cast to find a killer. However, it puts them in the sights of the killer.

WEDNESDAY

Opry 100: A Live Celebration (11) WBAL 8 p.m.

It’s the centennial celebration of the Grand Ole Opry and host Blake Shelton welcomes performers Ashley McBryde, Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, Clint Black, Dierks Bentley, Garth Brooks, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson and more to the party.

Abbott Elementary (7) WMDT 8:30 p.m.

During the latest episode of this workplace sitcom, Janine (Quinta Brunson) and her fellow teachers at Willard R. Abbott Elementary navigate the struggles of being outnumbered and underfunded to provide their students with an acceptable education.

Weathered: Inside the LA Firestorm (12) WCPB 10 p.m.

Throughout January 2025, Los Angeles was ravaged by wildfires that caused death, destruction and widespread power outages. Months removed from this tragedy, experts and survivors discuss what can be done to save lives and homes in the future.

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Farmer Wants a Wife (5) FOX (69) WTXF 9 p.m.

It’s the Season 3 premiere of the show rural romantics can’t get enough of. Host Kimberly Williams-Paisley brings together four hard-working and handsome farmers who hope to find love with ladies willing to give up city life for a little roll in the hay.

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ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Heacceleratedlikearunaway sportsvehicle.

That’stheonlywaythatIndian RiverHighSchoolseniortailback JayvionChandlerwasgoingtoescapeatrioofpotentialtacklers.

Racingalongthesideline,Chandlerhadjustacceptedalateralpass fromteammateMichaelPeranteauas partofalast-chancedesperation hook-and-lateralmaneuver.

Itwasafourth-downand11-yard situation,andChandler’sprimaryjob wastoreachandperhapsexceedthe first-downmarkertokeepIndian River’sDIAAClass1AstatechampionshipdreamaliveonNov.30, 2024,atAbessinioStadium,against undefeatedanddefendingchamp Tatnall.

Chandlerquicklysidesteppedseveralopponentsbyveeringtohisright andthentowardthesideline.That’s whenhekickeditintooverdrive,explodingfora51-yardtouchdownrun thatsenttheIRspectatorsintogridironecstasy.TheIndiansheldonto delivertheschool’sfirststatetitle since2011,anditsthirdoverall.

“Wecalledatimeout,”saidChandler,aftertheIndians’memorable 47-45triumphatAbessinioStadium inWilmington.“CoachJoeDonnelly calledtheplay,andIknewIhadto deliver.”

Solidleadership andpowerfulrushing

Chandlerhasbeenasignificant contributortoIndianRiverfootball’s transitionintoasuccessfulprogram thathasreachedtheDIAApost-seasonforeachofthelastfourseasons. Heearnedastartingspotbeginning asafreshmanin2021,combining solidleadershipandoutstandingperformances.

Initially,hedeliveredexcellentanticipationasadefensiveback,followedbypowerfulrushingfromthe tailbackspot.Forthe2024season, Chandlerrecordedhissecondconsecutive1,000-plusrushing-yard

SalutetotheIRHSSeniors

Chandlerdeliverssolidperformancesandstatefootballchampionship

JayvionChandlerrunsonhiswaytoscoringthegame-winningtouchdowninIR’sstatechampionshipwinninggameearlierthis school year.

campaign.Hefinishedwith1,148 yardsandtwotouchdownson134 rushes,andanother221yardsand threesix-pointerson12passreceptions.

Forhiscareer,Chandlerrushed for2,615yardsand37touchdowns, andcaught17passesfor261yards andthreesix-pointersoffensively,as wellasmaking116tackles,withfive tacklesforlostyardage,oneforced fumble,threerecoveries,atouchdownandthreeinterceptionsondefense.

Asaresult,heearnedDIAAClass 1AFirstTeamAllState,AllClass andAllDistrict2honors.Healso wasnamedastheschool’sDelaware MiniMaxAwardwinner.Atotalof 43otherplayersfromFirstState highschoolswerealsoselectedafter

beingnominatedbytheircoaches basedoncriteriathatincludedfootballperformance,academicsand communityservice.

“Jayvionhasearnedalloftheaccoladesthathehasreceived,”said IRHSfootballheadcoachPhil Townsend.“Startingasafreshman, hehashadagreathighschoolcareer. Hecontinuedtogroweachyearon andoffthefield,andthisisjusta productofthathardwork.Iamvery happyforJayvionandhisfamily.”

Chandlersaidheisthrilledto haveplayedaroleinhelpinghis teamtowinthestateflag.

“Itfeelsawesomeknowingthat,as ateam,wemadehistoryforour school,”saidthe6-foot-tallresident ofSelbyville.“It’samazingtosee whatweaccomplishedtogetherasa

team.Ilearnedtotrusttheprocess. Andwhenyoudothat,whateveryou wanttoachievewillhappen.

“Asacaptainandaleaderonthe team,I’vebeenconstantlyworkingto improvehisskillsandhelpmy youngerteammates,”Chandler added.

Norestforthiswearywarrior

Thelongfootballseasonendedin gloryforChandlerandhisgridiron teammates.

Buttherewasnorestforthiswarrior.

Inonesmoothmotion,Chandler hunguphisgridcleatsandimmediatelylaceduphiswrestlingshoes.

IRUnifiedbasketballcelebratesa‘tremendousyear’

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

HeadcoachJamaalBivensandhis coachingstaffbaskedintheafterglowoftheIndianRiverHighUnifiedbasketballteam’sstate championshiptriumph.

It’sbeena“tremendousyearfor thecoachingstaffandstudents-athletesalike.Toourseniors—Elmer Hernandez-Caballero,Donald Lingo,TreyHill,ChaseRuley,Ceth Bireley,HunterBlutoandJillian Coulbourn—wehavesomany memoriesofgoodtimesandchallengingmoments,”saidBivensafter theIndians’dramatic35-34victory overCaesarRodneytowinthe DIAAstatechampionshiponSunday,March9,attheBobCarpenter CenterattheUniversityofDelaware. “Wehavemanagedtopersevere,I hopeyouaccomplisheverygoalthat issetbeforeyouinthefuture.The coachingstaffwishesyoumuchsuccess.

“Additionally,wethankunderclassmenLukeWilliams,Maggie Bare,KyleBennetchandBaylie Williamsonfortheirversatilityall season,”addedBivens.“ToKatelyn Taylor,Ke’NiyaMitchellandJohn Proctor—thecoachingstaffappre-

ciatesyourinfectiousenthusiasmand passionthatyoubroughttoevery game.Finally,toournewcomers, HeyslerChilel-Escalante,Colin SheridenandJamesGentry,yourenergyisuncanny,onandoffthecourt. Welookforwardtowatchingyou growasathletesandyoungadultsin thefuture.”

Bivensalsoexpressedhisheartfelt thankstohisassistantcoaches,LoriannSentman,AllisonWrightand GlenTuckmantel.

“Ihaveenjoyedcoachingalongsideeachofyouduringourflagfootballandbasketballseasons,”hesaid, referencingtheequallyvictoriousinauguralseasonofUnifiedflagfootballattheschool.“Thepassionyou sharefortheathletesiscontagious. Anyonethatcomesincontactwith

IRUnifiedBasketballplayerscutthenet offtherimafterwinningthestate championship. SeeUNIFIEDpage70

Both senior standouts played a critical role in the IRHS Unified basketball team’s 35-34 DIAA championship game victory over Caesar Rodney on Sunday, March 9 at the University of Delaware’s Bob Carpenter Center. Elmer Hernandez-Caballero scored a basket in each of the first three quarters to help keep the Indians close. Trey Hill capped a brilliant 13-point performance with the gamewinning shot that beat the final buzzer.

Photos Courtesy of Loriann Sentman

CoastalPoint•ShaunM.Lambert IR’sMyaWhittington,AbigailBertling andSophiaScurcipressondefense againstDelcastleearlierthisseason.

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Theybelievedinthemselves.

The2024-2025IndianRiverHigh Schoolgirls’basketballsquad’splayers realizedthetalenttheypossessedwas goodenoughtowinconsistently.

Whatfollowedwasaseasonforthe ages.

TheIndiansexplodedmidseasonfor anine-gamewinningstreak—theprogram’slongestsincethe2011-2012 squadwon10straight—and13of theirlast15games.Their17-5win-loss recordwastheschool’sfirstwinning marksincethe2012-2013teamwent 12-8, andtheirbestsincethe20112012contingent’s16-6campaign.

“Theybelievedtheycouldwin,especiallyinclosegames,”saidheadcoach RonDukesaftercompletinghissecond seasonattheIndians’helm.“Lastyear, in2023-24,welostanumberofclose games.Thisyear,theyrealizedthey couldwinthosegames.”

Receivingamajorboost

TheIndiansreceivedamajorboost whengirls’softballstandoutSophie Scurcijoinedtheteam.

“Ithinkweallrealizehowimportant it wasforSophietobecomepartofthe team,”saidDukes.“Shebroughtalotof size,speedanddetermination.She helpedusbecomeadifferentteam,with herexperienceandoverallabilitytobea goodteammate.”

Dukesalsosalutedthefour-yearcareerofhissuperstarseniorguard,Mya Whittington.

“Everythingthatwehaveaccomplishedasateamoverthepasttwoyears wouldnothavebeenattainablewithout Mya,aspecialyounglady,”saidDukes. “Shewasthecoreofourteam.She broughtthepassion,theenergyandthe commitmenttomakingthiswork.

“Seeingherachievethemilestoneof 1,000careerpointsandbeingpartofa winningseasontoreachtheDIAAstate tournamentareallthingsthatyouwant toseehappenforafour-yearplayer,” addedDukes.“Beingabletocoachher foronelastgameintheBlue/GoldAllStarGamewillbeanhonor,andit’llbe sad.Seeingherleavewillbehard,but havingtheopportunitytobetogetheris somethingIwouldnotchange.Iwish herthebestinthenextchapterofher life.Iemphaticallythankherforeverythingshecontributedtoourteam.”

ByJasonFeather StaffReporter

The2025DelawareInterscholasticBasketballCoaches’Association (DIBCA)willhostitsannualBlueGoldSeniorAll-StargameonSaturday,March22,atSmyrnaHigh School.Thedoubleheadershowcase willfeaturebothagirls’gameanda boys’game,atnoonand2p.m.,respectively.

Therewillbe60Delawarehigh schoolseniorsparticipatinginthe event,with15playersoneachteam —BlueandGold,girlsandboys. TheGoldteamwillconsistmainlyof southernschoolsfromthestate,with EarlyCollege’sDarrellJonesleading theboys’unit,whileIndianRiver’s RonDukeswillbethefloorbossfor thegirls’team.

TheGoldboys’rosterwillfeature playersfromschoolsintheHenlopen AthleticConference(HAC),includingSussexCentral’sBrandon SpencerandDavidMaker,Cape Henlopen’sDamianRobinson,SussexTech’sKyleThompson,Laurel’s BrockHillandKei’ShaunCopes, LakeForest’sDariusMillerandSeth Young,Delmar’sDustinPedersen, Woodbridge’sIsaiahGiles,Seaford’s JordanSmithandEarlyCollege’sElishaJohnson.Theteamwillalsohave DelmarvaChristian’sMalachiLight andSt.Andrew’sDarnellLloydand ElijahProctorMoore.

TheGoldgirls’rosterwillalso featureplayersfromschoolsinthe HAC,includingIndianRiver1,000point-scorerMyaWhittington,who helpedguideherteamtoitsbest recordinseveralyears,aswellasa berthandwininthefirstroundof theDIAAstatebasketballplayoffs. OtherHACplayersincludeCape Henlopen’sFaithRe,HavynGreene andHaydenHudson,SussexTech’s TayanaBibbins,Seaford’sAmira TingleandKimyraCornish-Blaine, Delmar’sLaelaBrown,Dover’sLily HarperandSaraBenson,Caesar Rodney’sDestineeJackson-Daniels andKaiBurnettefromthegirls’conferencechampionteamfrom

Smyrna.Thesquadwillalsohave DelmarvaChristian’sLayniDukes, St.Andrew’sKatherineMeersand Middletown’sGabbyDanquah.

Padua’sDeniseSackettwillbe coachingtheBluesquadforthegirls, whileMOTCharter’sEricEpstein withruntheshowfortheboys.

TheBlueboys’rosterwillfeature playersfromschoolsupnorth,includingWilliamPenn’sAndyWebb, Glasgow’sJahsirRobertson-Hamilton,Sanford’sJaydenTaylorand KhareemHart,Odessa’sJaylen BernikowandTyshawnWilbourn, St.Elizabeth’sKennyHunterand SteveNixon,Middltown’sKaleb Ra’ifa,MOTCharter’sKofiOpoku, Appoquinimink’sRileyBuzby,Salesianum’sRobbieJohnsonJr.,WilmingtonFriends’RyanTattersall,

Brandywine’sSincereMillerand JohnDickinson’sZha’mereCrawford.

TheBluegirls’rosterwillfeature playersfromnorthschools,including Padua’sAbbyGrilloandAbby Hayes,Caravel’sChasityWilson, CherishBryantandJordinTate, Sanford’sEllieCarter-Sorianoand JadaSnow,DelawareMilitaryAcademy’sKeiraBenoitandMayaHill, A.I.DuPont’sAmaniBrice,Conrad’s EvaWalker,Howard’sGloryForbi, Ursuline’sOliviaO’Hara,Hodgson’s SanaaSaunders-YoungandSt. Mark’sSophiaKarch.

Therearetwobeneficiariesfor thisyear’sevent—theDelaware SafetyCouncilandtheDIBCA’s scholarshipfund.

Thisyear,theyalsohavea

veryspecialthemeofTeenDriver Safety.Ongameday,therewillbea trafficsafetyfanzoneexperiencein theparkinglotoutsidethegymat Smyrna.FanscanseetheSeatBelt ConvincerfromtheDelawareState Police,takepartinadrivingsimulatorfromtheDivisionofAlcoholTobaccoEnforcement(DATE),and experiencewhatitislikeinasemitruckfromtheVATechTransportationInstitute,aswellasadditional stationsfromSmartDrive,the DelawareOfficeofHighwaySafety andseverallocalmunicipalitiesin theSmyrna/Claytonarea.

Ticketsforthisyear’seventcanbe purchasedonTicketSpicket.Just searchforDIBCAorDelawareInterscholasticBasketballCoaches’Association.

SCAORGoodNeighborWinnerBobMcVeydonatestoDistrictIIILittleLeague

SussexCountyAssociationofRealtors(SCAOR)2025GoodNeighborAwardwinnerBobMcVeyis steppinguptotheplate—thistime, withadonation.McVeyrecentlypresenteda$1,000checktoAndy Lewis,districtadministratorforthe DelawareDistrictIIILittleLeague, tohelpoffsetcostsforyoungplayers headingtochampionshipgames.

Eachyear,SCAOR’sGood NeighborAwardhonorsaRealtor whogoesaboveandbeyondinservicetotheircommunity,witha $1,000donationmadetotherecipient’scharityofchoice.Alongtime advocateforyouthbaseball,McVey servesasthebaseballumpire-inchiefforSussexCounty’sDistrictIII LittleLeague.

ACapeHenlopenHighSchool graduateandU.S.CoastGuardveteran,McVeyhasspentdecadesservingbothhiscountryandhis community.Sinceretiringfromthe CoastGuardin2001,hehasbuilta careerinrealestate,servingaspast presidentofbothSCAORandthe DelawareAssociationofRealtors, andearningmultipleRealtorofthe Yearhonors.

BobMcVey,center,presentshisGoodNeighborAwarddonationtoDelawareDistrictIIILittleLeague.AlsopicturedatthepresentationisSCAORAssociationExecutiveStephanieMoody,left.

NonprofitpartnershipadvancesyouthathleticfacilityinWestOceanCity

SeasideChristianAcademy,anonprofitinOceanCity,Md.,ismaking progresstowardbreakinggroundon theSeasideAthleticCenter—anew multipurposeyouthsportsfacilityin WestOceanCity.Locatedonthe groundsoftheChristianschoolowned byOceanCityBaptistChurch,the centerisdesignedtoenhancelocal youthsportsprogramsandprovidea spaceforindoorsportstournamentsto capitalizeonthegrowthpotentialthat sportstourismcouldbringtoourcom-

Pickleballplayersofalllevelscan nowsignupforsmall-groupclinics withregionalcoacheswhilesupportingacause.Registrationisopenfor 21pickleballclinicstakingplaceon Saturday,March29,atNorthside Park’sindoorcourtsinOceanCity, Md.

HostedbyCollegeEssayApp,a

munity.

“Thisprojectaimstoprovidesafe, accessiblesportsfacilitiestopromote fitness,teamwork,andcommunity spirit,buildingonthesuccessofthe low-orno-costsummercampsrooted inChristianvaluesthatarealready available,”organizerssaid.“The NCAA-sizedbasketballcourtwillsupportyear-roundaccesstosportsand communityeventslikesoccerandvolleyball,addressingthearea’slackof suchspaces.Itwillserveasayear-

BethanyBeach-based501(c)(3)nonprofit,thePickleballHalfMarathon: 13.1HoursofPlayforaPurposeincludes30-minutepickleballclinics withjustsixplayersperclinic,aiming toensurefocusedinstruction.The $15donationperplayerdirectlysupportsCollegeEssayApp’smissionto providefree,high-qualitywritingin-

roundvenueforlocal,regionalandpotentiallynationalyouthsportsevents, ensuringallyoungathletescanthrive.” Ongoingfundraisingefforts,they said,are criticaltosustainingthe$5 millionproject.Groundbreakingis plannedforthesummerof2025,with completionexpectedbylate2026.The initiativehasbackingfrommorethan 75residents,20localbusinessesand theChristiancommunity,theysaid, withvolunteeropportunitiesupcoming.

structiontohighschoolstudents. ParticipantswilllearnfrompickleballcoachesincludingMikeSneller (SeaColony);ChuckConnolly& KarenFaber(FirstStatePickleball Club);LisaFerrel;Ly nnPrice&Kim Holden(302Pickleball);Bridget Hollon;CarsonBozman(Delmarva PickleballTeaching);andDavia

TheSeasideLegacyGalaissetfor April6atFager’sIsland.Acomprehensivevisionwillbeshared,along withsponsorshipopportunities.TicketswentonsaleMarch1,withlimited availability.Ticketscanbepurchased onlineat www.fagers.ticketleap.com/seaside/. Formoreinformation,contactLindsay Kline,SeasideAthleticCenter fundraisingchairmember,atlindsaykline1@gmail.comor(443)617-6030.

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Proceedswillsupportthelocal nonprofit,CollegeEssayApp,continuedevelopingafreeweb-based platformtosupporthighschoolstudentsastheywritetheircollegeadmissionsessays.

RegisternowatPickleballHalfMarathon.comandreserveaspot.

AnglingexpertBurnleytospeakatMillsboroPublicLibrary

EricBurnley,localauthorand outdoorsman,willpresentatalkon thebestplacestofishinthearea,at theMillsboroPublicLibrary,217 WestStateStreet,from11:30a.m.to 1p.m.onSaturday,March22.

BurnleyisaDelawarenativewho hasfishedandhuntedsinceanearly age.Since1978,hehaswritten countlessarticlesabouthuntingand

fishinginDelawareandelsewhere alongtheAtlanticCoast.Hehas beentheregionaleditorforseveral publicationsandwasthefounding editoroftheMid-AtlanticFishermanmagazine.Heistheauthorof threebooks:“SurfFishingtheAtlanticCoast,”“TheUltimateGuide toStripedBassFishing”and“FishingSaltwaterBaits.”

“Wehaveanoverabundanceof opportunitieswithourproximityto theocean,yetitisimportanttorememberthatDelawarehasmore than30freshwaterlakesandponds inwhichtocastlines,”saidlibrary

SINCE

AssistantDirectorAnthonyConnolly.“Withsomanynewandexperiencedanglerslivinginthearea, Ericissuretohavetipsforevery personwhoattends,”hesaid.

Andwhenwrestlingseasonends, Chandlerwillbeginpreparingfor track-and-fieldcompetition.

“Playingthreesportsineachof thethreeseasonscertainlyhasbeen challenging,butalsorewarding,”said Chandler.“Allofthesportspiggybackoffoneanother,andthatjust requiresalotoftrainingandrecovery.Eachsportrequiresgoodconditioningandfastfeet.Football requiresall11playerstocompeteon thefieldtodotheirjobs.In wrestling,it’sjustmeversusmyopponent.”

Onthewrestlingmat,Chandler recentlyfinishedthirdinthe175poundweightclassesattherecent DIAAIndividualWrestlingChampionshipmeet.HefinishedhisIR wrestlingcareerwitha150-34wonlossrecordinhisweightclass.He wasathree-timestateplacerand HenlopenConferencefinalist,anda two-timeHenlopenConference champion.

Chandlerhasalsolefthismarkon theIndianRivertrack-and-field team.

Appreciativeforcoaches andfamilysupport

youcantrulyseethatyourheartsare init.Thankyouforgivingmethe opportunitytoworkwithyou.”

SpecialthankstoIRHS band,firecompaniesand policedepartment

Bivensinsisted,“Youcouldsmell championshipbasketballintheair”

“Jayvion’smaincontributionshave beeninsprintsaspartoftheboys’4by-100-and4-by-200-meterrelay teams,”saidheadcoachBobHahn. “Withhishelprunningthecorners, bothrelayteamshavebeenableto setIndianRiverschoolrecords.I can’twaittoseewhatthefuturehas toholdforJayvionashefinishesup histimeatIndianRiverHighand beyond.”

whenhisteamhittheBobCarpenter CenterhardwoodattheUniversity ofDelaware.

“Wewereingoodcompany,becausetheIRHSbandalsoattended thechampionshipgame,”said Bivens.“Theirmelodicsoundsand energyvibratedinsidethearena.The team,coachingstaff,studentpeers, spectatorsandfamilymembersare gratefultothebandmemberswho showedupforourgame.Iwantto giveaspecialshout-outtoBandDirectorDeAnaZecchinforgivingthis

Chandlersaidheisextremelyappreciativeofthesupportprovidedby hisfamily.

“Myfamilyhassupportedme tremendouslythroughoutmyathletic career,”hesaid.“Fromdrivingmeto

experiencetoourplayers.And thankstooursupporterswhowerein attendance.Yourpresencewastruly appreciated.”

Bivensalsoexpressedhisthanks totheDagsboroPoliceDepartment, DagsboroFireCompany,andthefire companiesfromMillville,Roxana, BethanyBeachandMillsboro,“f or theirapparatusescorttoandfrom thebiggame.Weliveinagenerous community,andwethankyoufor yourtimeandsupport,”concluded Bivens.

earlymorningpracticetomaking timeintheirbusyschedulestoshowingupatgamesandmatchesand meets,myparentsandyoungersister inthestandsgavemeanextraboost ofmotivation.”

Chandleralsocreditedallofhis coacheswithhavinganimpactonhis successfulathleticcareeratIndian RiverHighSchool.

“Theyallhavepushedmeto achievemyfullpotential,holdme accountableformyactions,andhelp mestaydisciplined,”hesaid.“And, awayfromsports,theyoftenserveas mentorsbyofferingemotionalsupportandadviceintheclassroom.”

UnifiedbasketballisaDelaware InterscholasticAthleticAssociationsanctionedsportthatprovideshighschoolstudentswithandwithout disabilitiestheopportunitytotrain andcompeteinsports,experienceinclusion,socializewiththeirpeersand participateasatruestudent-athlete.

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Atseason’send,Dukeshadasimple messagetohisteam.

“Itoldthemtobeproud,”hesaid. “Theyhavebroughtwinningtoour program,andpeoplearenoticingour accomplishments.Iencouragedthemto continuetoworkhardtodevelopatraditionthateveryoneisproudof.”

Goingforward,Dukessaidheisanticipatingasolidcoreofreturningplayerswhowillbepartofnextseason’s squad.

“Wewillhavethreeseniorswho bringspecialqualities,”hesaid.“They featureAbbyBertling’sdesiretowin, JaylaHudson’senergyinthelowpost andTiarraWaters,whoisthebest chargingfoulrecipientinthestate.All threecanplaydefense,andtheaddition ofthethreeyoungerplayersinjunior

RonneishaJacobsandsophomores CatiePeranteauandAriannaSturgis willenableustohavesomeexperience. Andtheywilleachhelpuscontinueto haveasoliddefense.”

TheIndiansexperiencednumerous highlightsduringtheseasonjustcompleted.

“Thereweresomanywonderful things thathappenedforthisteam,” saidDukes.“Winning13ofthelast15 gameswasinvigorating,havingawin-

ningseasonforthefirsttimein11years andmakingtheDIAAstatetournamentandwinningaplayoffgame againstDelcastlewerealltremendous. Butitwasalsospecialtohaveanice groupofyoungladieswhogotalong witheachother.Theyalsoworkedhard foroneanother,andtheybecameapure team—thatwassomethingspecial.”

LEGALS

PUBLIC NOTICE

Four H, LLC has on March 7, 2025 applied with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner for an on-premises restaurant license and Sunday Sales. The Applicant intends to serve alcoholic beverage service to the restaurant for a premises located at 30244 Cedar Neck Road, Ocean View, Delaware. Persons who are against this application should provide written notice of their objections to the Commissioner. For the Commissioner to be required to hold a hearing to consider additional input from persons against this application, the Commissioner must receive one or more documents containing a total of at least 10 signatures of residents or property owners located within 1 mile of the premises or in any incorporated areas located within 1 mile of the premises. The signatures of residents or property owners must also include the mailing address for the property and the email address (if one exists) for the resident or property owner. Protest(s) must be received by the Commissioner’s office on or before April 6, 2025. The protests can be emailed to oabcchearingexhibits@delaware.gov, or delivered or mailed to: OABCC, Carvel State Office Building, 820 North French Street, 3rd Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801. Failure to file such a protest may result in the Commissioner considering the application without further notice, input, or hearing. If you have questions regarding this matter, please contact the Commissioner’s Office.

CP 20250307 3T

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947 (302)855-7875

Estate of Donald H. Lacher, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Donald H. Lacher who departed this life on December 20, 2024, late of Selbyville, DE were duly granted unto Donna Jean Cannon on March 3, 2025 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before August 20, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

Donna Jean Cannon 38336 Hickory Ln., Selbyville, DE 19975

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

The Annual Meeting of the Bear Hole Tax Ditch will be held on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 6:00 pm at the Roxana Fire Hall, 35943 Zion Church Rd, Frankford, DE. Agenda: Election of Officers, Discuss Finances & Condition of Ditch.

CP 20250314 2T

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on:

Tuesday, 18th day of March, 2025

At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:134-12.00-1161.00

Property Address: 36372 OLD MILL ROAD, Ocean View, DE 19970

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 4/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 4/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of BRITTNEY MITCHELL (5) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

ATTORNEY:

Parsons & Robinson, P.A. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 401 Ocean View, DE 19970

CP 20250314 3T

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 18th day of March, 2025 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:233-8.00-8.01

Property Address: 31239 MILLSBORO HIGHWAY, Millsboro, DE 19966

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 4/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 4/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of REGINA SCOTT & ROBERT SCOTT (6) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

Town of Bethany Beach Board of Adjustment Public Notice

The Board of Adjustment of the Town of Bethany Beach will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 2:00 pm in the Bethany Beach Town Hall, 214 Garfield Parkway in Bethany Beach, Delaware.

The purpose of the hearing is to consider the following:

An application for variances, filed by Huff & Satterfield Construction Co. LLC for property owners Paul J and Janet McCready, for the property identified as Block 5, Lot 6, addressed as 104 Second Street. The applicants are seeking a variance from Chapter 425 Zoning, specifically chapter 42526 Residential bulk density in R-1 and R-1B Districts and from Chapter 425 Zoning, Attachment 5 – Trade off Chart for R-1 and r-1B Districts to allow for a proposed second floor addition to a nonconforming structure.

The application may be inspected in the office of the Building Inspector, 214 Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach, Delaware, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except scheduled Holidays.

All interested persons are hereby notified to be present and to attend this hearing where said Board may make a determination on the application, said Board without further notice may adjourn such hearing from time to time.

The Board may recess for good reason on the announced day and reconvene on another day to continue the hearing; in such a case, the announcement of the date and time of reconvening will constitute sufficient public notice.

CP 20250314 1T

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 18th day of March, 2025 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:234-15.00-390.00

Property Address: 24866 BAULER STREET, Georgetown, DE 19947

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 4/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 4/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of JOHN F. KLERLEIN, II (11) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 18th day of March, 2025 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:231-7.00-30.04

Property Address: 16526 SEASHORE HIGHWAY, Georgetown, DE 19947

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 4/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 4/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of DELAWARE GOSPEL ASSEMBLY, INC. (8) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 18th day of March, 2025 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:134-11.00-256.00

Property Address: 31314 TIMBER EDGE DRIVE, Dagsboro, DE 19939

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 4/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 4/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of MARK A. KING (16) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

SHERIFF SALE

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 18th day of March, 2025

At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:334-13.00-1050.00

Property Address: 13 EAGLE WAY, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 4/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 4/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of DAVID N. SILLS, IV & DENISE M. SILLS (17) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

CP 20250307 2T

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 18th day of March, 2025 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:334-6.00-553.06-7.2A

Property Address: 2 CRANE AVENUE, Lewes, DE 19958

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 4/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 4/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of SHARON L. KRUTZ (20) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 18th day of March, 2025 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:533-19.00-87.00

Property Address: 15 EAST SEAGULL LANE A/K/A 38781 SEA GULL ROAD, Selbyville, DE 19975

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 4/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 4/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of THOMAS M. CAIN (19) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

TOWN OF MILLVILLE PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the Town of Millville Municipal Building located at 36404 Club House Rd, Millville, DE 19967, the Town Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the Draft Fiscal Year 2026 Budget.

Only if unable to attend the Public Hearing, written comments will be accepted prior to the hearing and must be submitted by noon on Friday, March 21, 2025.

CP 20250314 1T

TOWN OF OCEAN VIEW PUBLIC NOTICE

Any residents who wish to vote in the annual municipal election April 12, 2025 must register to vote with the Town

The qualifications for Ocean View voters are:

• Minimum age of 18 years.

• Citizen of the United States.

• Ocean View residency for at least thirty (30) days immediately preceding the Town election.

The registration period is open until March 28, 2025 @ 4:30pm

You may download, print, and mail-in a Voter Registration Form from the Town’s Web Site ( www.oceanviewde.gov/forms ). A copy of your Identification is required when you register to vote in person or by mail. A Delaware Driver’s License or ID is the preferred form of identification.

State or County registration does not entitle residents to vote in Town of Ocean View elections.

You may also call 539-9797 x101 to inquire about your current registration status.

INDIAN RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION

TO AUTHORIZE THE LEVY OF ADDITIONAL TAXES

Notice is hereby given that a Special Election will be held on March 20, 2025, in the Indian River School District (“IRSD” or the “District”) pursuant to resolutions duly adopted on January 16, 2025 by the Board of Education of said school district, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 19 of Title 14 of the Delaware Code, in order to permit the voters of the District to vote either for or against the following:

Authority to Levy Additional Operating Taxes

To support ongoing district operations, the Indian River School District is seeking authority to levy and collect an additional $1.2105 per $100 of assessed value in local school taxes for current operating expenses as set forth below, effective July 1, 2025, and every year thereafter, on all assessed taxable real estate in the District. If approved, the total amount to be raised through this additional tax in FY 2026 shall be $22,515,776.

For a property in the District assessed at a rate of $23,893 (Indian River School District average assessment), the annual increased current expense cost to the homeowner would be $289.23 per year effective July 1, 2025. The purpose of this proposed tax increase is to:

• Allocate resources for the continued retention and recruitment of talented educators and support staff.

• Ensure adequate resources to manage increased operating costs in utilities, personnel, maintenance costs, transportation, instructional materials and supplies, technology, and special education services.

• Continue to support increased safety and security costs to safeguard our schools and ensure a secure environment.

• Continue to maintain curricular and other instructional programming.

• Continue to maintain extra-curricular programming including, but not limited to, Visual and Performing Arts, Athletics and Clubs.

VOTER INFORMATION

Voters may only vote one time in this special election even if the voter has more than one child attending school in the Indian River School District.

The polling places for the Special Election will be open on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 7:00 AM and will remain open until 8:00 PM. In the event that the Special Election is postponed by the District due to severe weather, the Special Election will be held on Thursday, March 27, 2025, with polling places open from 7:00 AM until 8:00 PM.

Voters may vote in any of the following designated polling places, all of which are accessible to voters with disabilities:

East Millsboro Elementary School

29346 Iron Branch Rd., Millsboro, DE 19966

Lord Baltimore Elementary School

120 Atlantic Ave., Ocean View, DE 19970

Georgetown Elementary School

301-A West Market St., Georgetown, DE 19947

Millville Community Center

32517 Dukes Dr., Millville, DE 19967

Indian River High School

29772 Armory Rd., Dagsboro, DE 19939

Selbyville Middle School

80 Bethany Rd., Selbyville, DE 19975

Long Neck Elementary School

26064 School Lane, Millsboro, DE 19966

Sussex Central High School

26026 Patriots Way, Georgetown, DE 19947

QUALIFICATIONS TO VOTE

• Must be a citizen of the United States and Delaware

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Must be a resident of the Indian River School District

serving the Armed Forces of the U.S.

2. You are in the Armed Forces of the U.S. or the Merchant Marine of the U.S., or attached to and serving with the Armed Forces of the U.S. in the American Red Cross or United Service Organizations.

3. Due to the nature of your business or occupation. This reason includes: a. the business or occupation of providing care to one's parent, spouse, or child who is living at home and requires constant care due to illness, disability, or injury; b. students; and c. otherwise eligible persons who are incarcerated.

4. You are sick or physically disabled (temporarily or permanently).

5. You are absent from the district while on vacation.

6. You are unable to vote at a certain time or on a certain day due to the tenets or teachings of your religion.

7. You are otherwise authorized pursuant to the federal Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA) to vote by absentee ballot.

8. You are otherwise authorized by federal law to vote by absentee ballot.

To vote by absentee ballot:

• Download an Absentee Application from https://de.gov/schabsapp, request one by email at absenteesc@delaware.gov; or request one by phone at 302-856-5367.

• If you want an absentee ballot mailed to you, send a completed application so that it arrives at the Department of Elections, Sussex County Office no later than 12 p.m., Friday, March 14, 2025. You may either email the completed application to absenteesc@delaware.gov, or mail it to PO Box 457, Georgetown, DE 19947-0457.

• In order to be counted, voted absentee ballots must be received at the Department of Elections, Sussex County Office, 119 N. Race Street, Georgetown, DE 19947 no later than 8 p.m. on Thursday, March 20, 2025.

• Vote in person by absentee ballot at the Department of Elections, Sussex County Office, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. until Tuesday, March 18, 2025, or from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

• In the event that the Special Election is postponed by the District due to severe weather, votes cast by absentee ballot as set forth above will be counted. Voters who have voted by absentee ballot will not need to vote again.

• In the event that the Special Election is postponed by the District due to severe weather and you will be unable to vote at a polling place on the rescheduled date of March 27, 2025 due to one of the reasons for voting by absentee ballot listed above, you may vote by absentee ballot.

o If you want an absentee ballot mailed to you for the rescheduled date, send a completed application so that it arrives at the Department of Elections, Sussex County Office no later than 12 p.m., Friday, March 20, 2025. You may either email the completed application to absenteesc@delaware.gov, or mail it to PO Box 457, Georgetown, DE 19947-0457.

o If you want to vote by absentee ballot on the rescheduled date, send a completed absentee ballotupon the postponement must be received at the Department of Elections, Sussex County Office, 119 N. Race Street, Georgetown, DE 19947 no later than 8 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, 2025.

• NOTE: If you are a voter with a “permanent absentee status”, this status does not cover school elections. You will not automatically be mailed an absentee ballot. You must request one. Please follow instructions above to request an absentee ballot.

PROOF OF IDENTIFICATION AND ADDRESS

•

You do NOT have to be a registered voter for purposes of a general election ABSENTEE BALLOT

You may vote by absentee ballot if you cannot vote at a polling place on the day of election for one of the following reasons:

1. You are in the public service of the United States or the State of Delaware, or are a Citizen of the U.S. temporarily residing outside the territorial limits of the U.S. and the District of Columbia, or such person's spouse or dependent when residing with or accompanying such person, or absent from this State because of illness or injury while

• Persons appearing to vote must present satisfactory proof of identity and address to the Election Officers at the Polling Place before being permitted to vote. Persons who do not present satisfactory proof of identity and address, may – upon majority vote of the Inspector and the two Judges – be permitted to vote.

Contact Indian River School District at 302-436-1079 with any questions you may have regarding the referendum.

By Order of the INDIAN RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION:

Leolga T. Wright, President

Posted in accordance with Delaware Code, Title 14, Section 1074. Do not remove until March 28, 2025.

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY

STATE OF DELAWARE

PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947

(302)855-7875

Estate of Karsten Richard Schulz, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Karsten Richard Schulz who departed this life on January 1, 2025, late of Millsboro, DE were duly granted unto Heidi R. Maxfield on February 21, 2025 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administrator without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administrator on or before September 1, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

Heidi R. Maxfield 24087 Ingrams Dr., Millsboro, DE 19966

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

ATTORNEY: Parsons & Robinson, P.A. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 401 Ocean View, DE 19970

CP 20250307 3T

TOWN OF SOUTH BETHANY PUBLIC NOTICE

The Town of South Bethany elects to use the assessment and supplementary assessments for property situated in town as established annually or quarterly by Sussex County Board of Assessment for their taxation for Fiscal Year 2026 (May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026). Requested Sussex County assessments will be based on assessments as of March 1, 2025.

CP 20250314 1T

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 18th day of March, 2025 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:234-20.00-88.00

Property Address: 25900 COUNTRY MEADOWS DRIVE, Millsboro, DE 19966

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 4/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 4/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of SEEDS OF HOPE CHRISTIAN MINISTRY TRUST A/K/A SEEDS OF HOPE MINISTRY TRUST; SABRINA M. WATSON A/K/A SABRINALYNN MCCAULEY A/K/A SABRINA MCCAULEY A/K/A SABRINA LYNN MCCAULEY WATSON, HEIR AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ESTATE OF GEORGE LEON MCCAULEY; SARAH MCCAULEY, HEIR; DOUGLAS MCCAULEY, HEIR & ERIN MCCAULEY, HEIR (22) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

CP 20250307 2T

TOWN OF SELBYVILLE INVITATION TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids will be received by the Town of Selbyville, 1 West Church Street, PO Box 106, Selbyville, Delaware 19975, Attn: Stacey Long, Town Administrator until 2:00 p.m. local time on Friday, April 4, 2025, for Phase 4 of the Selbyville Town Park, at which time the bids will be opened. Any bids received after said time will be returned unopened.

Bid Specifications for Selbyville Town Park – Phase 4

Town Park Play Area 69’7 X 31’

1 – Kid Course 1400 for Ages 5-12

1 – 7’ Double Wave Zip Slide

1 – 6’ Bench w/ back - inground

1 – Age-Appropriate Fiberglass Sign

Rubber Border

3.75” Thick Poured Rubber Surfacing w/ 4” Stone Base

All site work, restoration, and equipment installation

The Town reserves the right to waive any informalities and to reject any or all bids. The Mayor & Council reserve the right to reject the bid of any bidder who is not, in the opinion of the Mayor & Council, a responsible bidder in a position to perform the project. No bid shall be withdrawn for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of bid opening.

MAYOR & COUNCIL

TOWN OF SELBYVILLE

CP 20250314 4T

TOWN OF BETHANY BEACH

for the months of June, July, August and early September. Applicants

Beach ambassadors are trained to educate and inform visitors about Town Ordinances related to the beach areas, and how their actions can provide a safe environment for visitors. Emphasis is on visitor-friendly communication. Ambassadors also provide monitoring and observations, reporting potential safety issues, ordinance violations and wildlife concerns.

Must be 18 to apply and have a positive approach to the protection of the beach as well as the value of tourism. Ambassadors can expect to work 20 hours per week. Applicants must take training and possess stamina, mobility, and maturity.

under Employment or call 302-539-1996 for further information.

Applications may be sent to: Town Hall Attn: Beach Ambassadors, 214 Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 or bbjobs@townofbethanybeach.com

TOWN OF BETHANY BEACH

The Town of Bethany Beach is seeking seasonal Shuttle Bus Drivers to be part of our team-oriented Trolley Service, transporting residents and visitors along a fixed route to the beach.

Position Details:

• Duration: Mid-May through mid-September

• Pay: $23/hour

• Schedule: Flexible, but must be available for days, nights, weekends, and holidays

Qualifications:

• CDL Class “C” License with Passenger Endorsement required

• Certification from the Delaware Department of Transportation is a plus

• School bus drivers are encouraged to apply

Application available at: Town Hall, 214 Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Download and complete an application from the Town’s website, www.townofbethanybeach.com under Employment or call 302-539-1996 for further information.

Make a difference this summer — join us in keeping Bethany Beach moving!

SUMMER

BUS DRIVERS in Bethany Beach area

Domestic • Ramp Attendant • Maintenance Fuel Dock Attendant • Dock Hands

PEPSI BOTTLES, CANS, & PROMOTIONAL ITEMS 1950s thru 1990s. Including Star Wars, Nascar, & Baseball Soda Items. Need room, best offer! Call Mike 410-935-4266

Apply online at: DelawareStateJobs.com

Bethany West Recreation Association Swim Lesson Instructor

June 16 - August 15 from 9:00-11:00am

Quali cations include: HS diploma or GED, rst aid & CPR training, swim instruction certi cation from reputable organization. If interested, contact Solutions Property Management @ solutionspropmgt@gmail.com or 302-581-9060

TOWN OF BETHANY BEACH

BEACH AMBASSADORS

Be the face of Bethany Beach this summer!

The Town of Bethany Beach is seeking Beach Ambassadors to educate and inform visitors about beach-related Town Ordinances while promoting a safe and enjoyable environment for all. This is a great opportunity to engage with the community, protect our beautiful shoreline, and gain valuable experience in public service.

What You’ll Do:

✔ Educate visitors on beach rules and safety guidelines

✔ Engage in friendly, visitor-focused communication

✔ Monitor & Observe beach activity for safety concerns, ordinance violations, and wildlife protection

✔ Report potential issues to appropriate authorities

Position Details:

• Hours: 20 hours per week

• Pay: $15/hour

• Must be 18 or older to apply

• Qualities Required: Stamina, mobility, maturity, and a positive approach to beach protection and tourism

• Training Provided

How to apply:

In-Person: Town Hall, 214 Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Online: Download the application at www.townofbethanybeach.com, under Employment

Email: Send your application to bbjobs@townofbethanybeach.com Call: 302-539-1996 for mor information

Mail Applications To: Town Hall — Attn: Beach Ambassadors 214 Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

Make a difference this summer — become a Beach Ambassador and help keep Bethany Beach welcoming and safe!

Equal Opportunity Employer

SECRETARY DESK late 1800s Probably cherry, excellent condition. 4 drawers, 10 small drawers, 42”H x 40”W x 20”D, ap down adds 15” to depth. Can text pics. Drastically reduced. $750 302-539-9656

SAMARITAN THRIFT STORE, INC.

The Samaritan Thrift Shop, a faith-based organization, in Selbyville, DE is looking for a part time Co-Manager to oversee the operation of this non-for-pro t store. It also requires a minimum of 15 hours a week.

This position may be required to work 3 hours on some Saturdays. The store is open 6 hours/day.

The store sells items that are donated by the general public. Quali cations are experienced in managing or assistant managing a thrift shop or small retail store, previous experience working with volunteers is a plus. Computer knowledge is required.

Must be able to stand for long periods of time and lift 40 lbs.

The salary range is $15+ per hour depending on experience. Send resume or letter of interest (with experience) to:

Samaritan Thrift Store, Attn: Pat Plocek, 38293 London Ave, Selbyville DE 19975

entails interaction with customers, problem salving skills and general customer service. A little mechanical knowledge & bi-lingual are pluses.

FULL SIZED CAROUSEL GIRAFFE Mint condition. Inquire for photos. 410-491-0409

NOW HIRING!

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible hours . Must be able to work weekends. Knowledge of shing and crabbing. Contact Jeremy at (302) 470-5779 or stop by the store at 35265 Atlantic Ave. Millville, DE 19967

O GUAGE, LIONEL, MARX, & PRIDE LINES Trains and accessories. Call for more information. 302-236-8003 CLOCKS From the Estate of a Clock Collector. 302-542-2382

NORITAKE CHINA 8 settings, Melissa pattern. $45.00 302-537-6353

BABY BUGGIES Over 100 years old. Perfect Condition. Call for details. Best offer 610-506-9179

DOLLS FROM THE 40S & 50S. Good condition. and doll accessories. Call for details. Best Offer. 610-506-9179

ANTIQUE ELI TERRY JR & CO. 30 hour modi ed pillar scroll, wooden movement clock. Weight driven, circa 1830. Runs great, professional tune-up. $475 410-259-2300

OSTER FOOD PROCESSOR

2 in 1 salad prep and food processor. Shreds, slices, puree, chop. New in box $75 301-875-7061

DASH CHEF SERIES digital Blender. Includes instruction manual and recipe guide. Still in box $150 301-875-7061

FRONT HOOD BRA COVER for 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler

JL JLU, CarsCover Custom ts for Jeep Wrangler Unlimited JK JL 4 SDoor Sport/Sahara?Rubicon. Both brand new in original packaging, $70 for both OBO. Frankford area. Text 201-410-1097 if interested

SUSSEX COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE accepts donations of working appliances 10 years old or less for families in need. 302-855-1156

SET OF 4 18” X 7”Polished grey pocket aluminim rims. $125 302-200-9350 please leave message.

DONATE YOUR

CAR/TRUCK/RV - Lutheran Mission Society of MD

Compassion Place min3istries help local families with food, clothing, counseling. Tax deductible. MVA licensed #W1044. 410-228-8437

www.CompassionPlace.org

2017 CHEVROLET MALIBU all-weather front oor liners. Fit 2017-2020. Like new. $50 914-275-8938

DE LICENSE PLATE Stainless Steel with Rivets. Non Active. Collectors Item. $300 302-745-4122

BRAND NEW TOYOTA RAV 4 all weather mats for front seat, rear seat, and cargo area. $250 609-247-3649

SHURFLO PORTABLE oil change system with 3.5 gallon storage container. 12 volt DC. Like new, asking $100 914-275-8938

2021 Ice Bear Mad Dog 50cc Scooter, color black, 200 miles. Purchased new in summer of 2022. Garage kept, runs great. Asking $1,500. Call or text 973-202-8068

TWO 17 3/8 X 8 MERCEDES Benz 5 lug wheels. Only one has centerpiece. $25 for both. GulfPoint 302-470-0794 302-945-0507

FISHING GEAR.

Surf, Trolling, and Boat Rods. Landing nets, cast nets, and lures. Contact Ted 302-539-8053 or 302-547-4348

Waterside Apts.: 2nd floor, 2BR/2BA unit. $1,650 per month + utilities.

Plantation Lakes: 3BR/3BA townhome in Millsboro. $1,950 per month + utilities. Pets considered.

Bethany Shores: 4BR/3.5BA, furnished 2story townhome with 1 car garage in Bethany Beach. $1,950 per month + utilities.

Sea Edge: 3BR/2.5BA unfurnished townhome in Millville with garage. $2,100 per month + utilities + 2% rental tax.

49” DIAGONAL LG TV with soundbar, woofer, Roku, ear phones. Excellent cond. $100 Ocean View.Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

32” DIAGONAL VISIO TV

Excellent cond. $40 Ocean View.Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

SAMSUNG GALAXY S23 FE

1yr old. New in Box with Red case and everything included. $250 302-436-9133

32IN SHARP HDTV with remote $50. 443-373-1550

SPIRE MEMORY BANK for iPad $20. 302-743-1903

50” PANASONIC HDTV $35, 42” Vizio HDTV $25. Text 301-526-0624

FREE DIRT! Community in Ocean View has 2,500 cubic yards of borrow soils from stormwater ponds. If interested, call Dennis at 203-644-4528

KING & QUEEN

Headboard$30 each 302-229-7898

TV CABINET $40

302-229-7898

OUTDOOR BISTRO SET $40 443-763-1378

ART DECO GLASS MIRROR

35”W X 24”D. Excellent cond. $25 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

FEDERAL STYLE MAPLE

Wood Lowboy 60”L X 19”W X 30”H. Excellent cond. $100 Ocean View Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

All units are N/S, N/P unless otherwise noted. Credit application and security deposit required.

Keenwick Sound: 3BR/2.5BA single family home in Selbyville. $2,200 per month + utilities

Denton Mills: 2BR/2BA + loft, single family home in Millville. $2,225 per month + 2% rental tax and utilties.

Hosier St.: 4BR/2BA, unfurnished duplex in Selbyville. $2,400 per month + utilities. Omar Road: 4BR/4.5BA single family home. $2,500 per month + utilities.

Saltwater Landing: 3 BD / 2.5 BA furnished single family home with office and 2 car garage in Selbyville. $2800 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax. Lawn Maintenance included.

FEDERAL STYLE MAPLE

Wood Mirrir 28”W X 48”H

Excellent cond. $45 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

KING BED W/ALL LINENS sheets, and coverlets. Excellent cond. used a dozen times. $200 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

LIKE NEW “BAHAMA” DINING Room table and 6 chairs. 78x44. Glass top with inlaid wood, includes 18” leaf. $250 OBO 571-216-2242

2 WICKER CABINETS with storage drawers/shelves, both 46’W X 15”D X 34”H excellent cond. $70 each Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

PATIO CHAIRS Great condition! White & Blue $15 each. Brown & Blue $10 each. 757-810-8782

RATTAN KITCHEN SET with 4 chairs and 54" glass top. Looks like new, only used a few times. $1400 new asking $400 Call 410-430-9402

BROWN WICKER SOFA with White Cushions, seats 3-4 people. $100. Ocean View call “G” 302-541-4098

CHERRY CHEST OF Drawers, and Mirror. Solid wood, cherry nish. Great condition. $50 302-229-7898

DINING ROOM SET Table with expansion leaf, 6 Chairs, lg China Closet with light. Great condition. $600 302-579-0026 leave message

5PC BEDROOM SET Mint

Condition. King size bed with new mattress. 2 night stands, 1 lg dresser with mirror, and Armiore. $600 302-579-0026 leave message

2 COUNTER HEIGHT BAR

STOOLS 26 1/2 high, brushed nickel back with cream leather seats. $100.00 302-545-9812

WOODEN LIQUOR BAR on Casters. 45x40x18. Nice Condition, Call for Pictures $500 302-470-0134

HEAT N GLO FIREPLACE

Insert, like new $300 410-598-1161

2 SAFETY GLASS

Game/Meal Tables, ea 42” square, plus 6 fabric chairs. $100 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

2 ASHLEY GLASS TOP End Tables. $800 302-663-9326

OUTDOOR FURNITURE. 2

Chairs with cushions & foot stools with matching glass top coffee table. $400 302-663-9326

LEATHER RECLINER with Ottoman. Recliner; 32”w x 37”h. Ottoman: 21” x 17” x 16”h. Circular wood base. $140 302-537-5148

FORMAL DINING ROOM

SET. 6 chairs, Oval table, Glass china cabinet. Pecan Color. $600cash 302-947-1863

5 PINE CHAIRS for Kitchen/Dining $10 each South Bethany 305-942-6405 USED FURNITURE Good condition in Ocean View. Call for more info. 301-816-0503

RECLINING

COUCH AND CHAIR

Mocha color, no stains or rips, non smoking, no petss house. Manual reclining all working great. No issues. Located in Bethany West. . 412-759-9353

ROLL AWAY BED TWIN SIZE Never Used. With Storage Cover. $125. 302-539-4367

2 WICKER BAR STOOLS $20. 302-743-1903

BEAUTIFUL GRAY upholstered queen headboard. Tufted buttons, silver nail heads surround headboard; + 2 matching lamps with silver base, gray shades. $150 takes all. 302-541-0675

STUDENT DESK & SWIVEL CHAIR for computer. Like New. Ideal for small space. $50 for both. 302-436-4448

SOLID CHERRY DINING Cabinet, Penn House. 2 pcs, top and bottom. Perfect Condition. $175. 516-521-4289

4 MIRRORS 2 Fancy shell. $25 - $150. Call for more info. 302-616-1267

JOHN

DEERE 1999 COMPACT UTILITY TRACTOR 4x4 Disel,

3cyl, 32 Horsepower, 3 point hitch with PTO. 381 hours, no problems, ready to make money! Asking $8,800 302-542-9500

GREEN WORKS 2000 PSI1.2gpm Pressure Washer. Like New $199 302-436-9133

HUSQVARNA LEAF BLOWER Model 225 HBV w/owners manual. Sold as is. $35 OBO. Please call 302-855-0631 Leave message and phone number 18X36 CRAFTSMAN lawn roller $150 410-299-1581

JOHN DEERE Tractor/Lawnmower. 36” cut, 19 horsepower. Like New. $900 rm 302-396-5450

WORX TURBINE Leaf Blower with 40 volt battery and charger. $55 302-278-1441

TUBELESS LAWN TRACTOR rear tires and hubs (2). Brand new in box, never used. 20x8.00-8 tires with 3/4” borehole, 3 1/2” offset hub, and 3/16” keyway. $75 for the pair. Text 410-375-0875

CRAFTSMAN 30” bow saw $25. (2) 20 in. bow saws $15 each 302-537-7348

GARDEN GROOM 3 in 1 Hedge Trimmer, $50 OBO 609-247-3649

55 GALLON BARRELS Metal or plastic with or without lids. For burning, storage, oating docks, rain barrel, live bait, ush tank, planters/pots etc $35

302-542-9500

“BILLYGOAT” LAWN VAC-

UUM Excellent Condition $100 text 302-745-4122

NEW PATIO HEATER Bronze, with LED Table. $75 Firm

302-732-3637

BLACK HYDRAULIC hairstyling chair. Leather & chrome. Great condition. Orig. $400, asking $50. 443373-7294

DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details!

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2 GUITAR STANDS

$10 each 302-436-9005

MUSIC STAND

Top Quailty $12 302-436-9005

5X4 HANDMADE QUILT

Large $70 443-373-1550

POKER CHIP & CARD

HOLDER Swivels $40

443-373-1550

SHEEPSKIN RUG $50

443-373-1550

30,000 BTU PROPANE WALL Heater with Thermostat & Blower $150 302-539-5545

UNIQUE GOLD SUNBURST

pattern 5x8 area rug. India House, pictures available $75 610-952-6306

FLOOR PNEUMATIC Nailer. Used once $70 302-381-5408

CRAFTSMAN 10IN RADIAL

Saw with base, dust box, and locking casters. Perfect condition $90 302-539-3313

CRAFTSMAN ROUTER 1 1/2

HP Never used $60

302-381-5408

RIKON 10x18 mini lathe

Model 70-105 Brand Newbox never opened. $125 302-381-5408

4-DIGIT DELAWARE

LIVE/ACTIVE trailer tags. Good dates. T5083, T7394

“7/3/94” T8697 “08/06/97” T9685 “09/06/85” Your Choice $675 each 302-542-9500

MODEL TOY “TANKER”

TRUCKS Nice Christmas gifts. $10.00 each

302-537-4390

WERNER 20FT EXTENSION

LADDER D1520-2 extra heavy duty $150 OBO. 302-564-7564

BRAND NEW Indoor/ Outdoor 9x12 rug. Navy blue with white sh. Bought it for $250. Didn’t t, can’t return it. Selling for $200. 610-761-2038

BRAND NEW HANDMADE

5x7 Turkish Rug. Still in original packaging. Purchashed in Kusadasi, Turkey. Rug sells there for at least 6k during busy Summer tourist season. We were there in Oct (end of season) and paid $1400. Willing to accept reasonable offer. CASH ONLY please. 973-722-5367

WOOD LECTURN used once $50 302-381-5408

FUJIFILM UNDERWATER

Digital Camera with batteries & accessories $70. 302-743-1903

ARTTRICKS CALIGRAPHY

Set $10. 302-743-1903

1 HP DRILL PRESS, 13” Plainer, a Jigsaw, and a Wood Lathe. Best Offer. Call 302-541-8259

20” UPRIGHT ELECTRIC FAN

$8 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

TABLECLOTH Ivory, 60x84

Oval. New in package. $8 302-537-7348

MY BACKYARD QUAIL EGGS

302-249-8493

LADIES CLOTHES and Accessories. New to Vintage. Excellent condition. Various sizes. Lots of Jackets. Fifty pieces. $3-$20. 302-829-8400

IRON FISH SHAPED WINE

RACK Holds 20 Bottles of Wine $60. 302-743-1903

METAL FRAME RESTAURANT Dining Chairs with extra thick cushions. $10 each. 410-608-7505

LOST AND FOUND!

Pair of prescription Glasses washed up weekend of June 15,16 on South Side Indian River Inlet Beach. Call 302-239-5466 (no text) Leave message.

CRAFTSMAN TABLE SAW

Router & Router Table $250 OBO. 302-541-8008

CONAIR ELECTRIC DIGITAL

Scale. $8 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

RAZOR E300 ELECTRIC SCOOTER w/charger. As is $20 717-682-0218

24’ LADDER. FIBERGLASS with 300lb rating. New $389 and selling for $150. 410-939-7714

LONGBOARD 9’4” with Travel Bag $400. 410-939-7714

GLASSWARE ALL SMALL UNIQUE PIECES Closing my Shop, must buy all $80. 410-939-7714

50 ROMANCE BOOKS .25 cents each. 302-541-0475

5 BRAND NEW Ravensburger Puzzles. $12 each 302-541-0475

TWIN 100FT TANKS with manifold $500. 302-854-9498

POWERBACK 5250 WATTS

GENERATOR excellent condition. $200 302-745-4122

LAFAN 8500 GENERATOR excellent condition. . 516-967-6435

MENS DUI DRY SUIT Large with weight belt. $500. 302-854-9498

JAGERMEISTER 2 CUBIC

FOOT Bar Fridge $50 OBO 302-668-8752

DIVE TANKS 6 aluminum. $50 each. 302-854-9498

HOOVER FLOOR MATE never used, still in box, hard oor cleaner cleans multiple hard oor surfaces $100 301-875-7061

SAMSONITE HARD

Suitcase 26x20. Rollers & combo lock $60 443-373-1550

TUPPERWARE - VINTAGE & new. Over 100 pieces -Reduced to $35 410-939-7714

BISSELL PRO HEAT 2X Carpet Cleaner in Excellent Condition. $30 302-278-1441

BLOND KITCHEN SET, ceramic top oval table & 6 chairs $50.00 302-537-6353

SNOWBABY MUSIC BOX new in box, Christmas Miniature Tea Set, new in box. $25 for both. Call or text for pictures: 610-468-4004

LAFAN 8500 GENERATOR excellent Condition. $685 516-967-6435 12 FT WOODEN LADDER $30 410-382-2033

ELECTRIC DRILL Black & Dekker $10 410-310-6633

We Buy Houses for Cash AS IS! No repairs. No fuss. Any condition. Easy three step process: Call, get cash offer and get paid. Get your fair cash offer today by calling Liz Buys Houses: 1-866-541-7929

DECORATIVE BIRD FRAMED bronze colored mirrir by Uttermost. H 36” W 23 1/2” $75. Selbyville Text or call 410-707-6572 Inquire for photos

ELECTRIC CUSHIONED Back Massager by Homedics $20 410-310-6633

CONN 552 THEATER ELECTRIC Organ. Bench and music incl. Walnut nish, excellent cond. Beautiful sound quality. You must pick up. 302-663-0809

CORNER TV CONSOLE like new, 73 in high. Perfect and elegant space saving solution. Photos available by sending me an email at: abertaux27@gmail.com 500 410-707-0040

CONTEMPORARY SLEEP

SOFA in Striped fabric, excellent condition, seldom slept on. $400. 410-707-0040

BLACK LEATHER SWIVEL Chair w/Ottoman. $40, metal and glass corner computer desk $30. Text 301-526-0624

BIG BUTTON amplifying phone. $10 410-310-6633

POWDER BLUE RUG good cond, 65”L x 41”W. $40 Ocean View 717-521-7955

ROUTER, CRAFTSMAN 1HP 1 box cutter, 1 router guide, 1 router table, all for $50 302-732-3637

GET BOOST INFINITE Unlimited talk, text and data for just $25/month. The power of 3 5G networks, one low price. Call today and get the latest iPhone every year on us. 855-977-5719

PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAGES today with a Generac home standby generator. $0 money down + low monthly payment options. Request a free quote. Call now before the next power outage. 855-993-0969

DOG TRAINING COLLAR

Garmin Pro 550 E - Collar. $100 302-245-7149

XL HARD SIDED TRAVEL

Kennel. $30 302-245-7149

2 RED EARED SLIDERS

Turtles. 80 gallon tank, lters, heat lamp, heater, food & supplies. Many accessories. $350.

302-436-1688

WANT TO SAVE 100S OF CATS LIVES?

Spay or neuter ONE! Call Cats Around Town Society of Ocean View to make a low cost appointment. Rabies and Distemper vaccinations included. 302-355-9979

FANCY GUPPIES Very unique, bright colors. $2 each. Texts preferred. 302-841-4562

SEMI-RETIRED SENIOR

seeks 1BR apt., cottage, efciency etc. Non-furnished. Within 30 miles of the DE beaches. Could also be of help with appointments/errands, light cooking & housekeeping if needed. Please call 443-373-7294.

2 KAYAKS JAZZ 2 Paddles & small wheeling cart. $425 302-539-3048

COBRA GOLF BAG & IRONS LIKE NEW Taylor

Woods & Oddessy Putter. Orig. price new is $5k for set. Asking $500 for all. Lvg msg. 302-988-1204

NORDIC TRAC MECH

ANICAL TREADMILL Like New $50 302-436-4448 LIFE PRESERVERS 4 Adult, 2 Child, 1 Toddler. $40 814-237-1001

20” SCHWINN GIRLS Bike, Pink, new. 26”$90. Huffy Bike, used $50 814-237-1001

TWO 90” CHILL PADDLE

Boards (new) with paddles $50 each 814-237-1001

PLACEBO (FLEXLITE) 6’4” Surfboard. Complete with ns, leash, and bag. $225 Call (no texts) for pics. Leave message. 302-239-5466

KAYAK 28LB. 1 hand carry & launch. Orig $2300, selling $600. Refurb. 2020 & used 2x. Cockpit cover, mini-skirt, full skirt, self rescue in atable, PFD, cold weather socks & boots, night light, manual water pump, whistle, text 302-249-5453 for photos.

SCHWINN BOYS BIKE New Condition. $50 302-616-1699

COBRA GOLF CLUB BAG & Irons. Tyler Woods & Oddessy Putter. Orig. New 5k for whole set. Like new $500 for all! Leave Msg. 302-988-1204

NIKE golf clubsand NIKE bag. Full set of irons and driver, 3 wood and 5 wood. $280.00. 302-265-6646

TREADMILL VERY GOOD cond. Get your exercise in the comfort and safety of your own home. MSRP $417.00. $100.00 takes it. 302-339-7691

HEALTHRIDER TOTAL BODY Aerobic Fitness. $45 OBO 410-382-2033

GRAVITY INVERSION Boots

$25 609-247-3649

TEETER INVERSION TABLE Great Condition! $75 302353-8128 leave message GIANT AR 740 BICYCLE 12 spd hybrid, good solid Bike. $90 302-339-7691

SQUAT RACK BENCH STATION 1 weight Rack, 3 bars 1” over 800lbs of weights. 1’ holes & Everlast heavy bag. Call for info. 717-649-2199

TREK 20” MEN’S BIKE Vintage 1990s. Single track Eleven 81. New tires, recent tune-up. $75 Pics available. 302-353-8128 Leave message.

10 SPEED MURRAY Bicycle, almost new $30 OBO. 757810-8782

SNORKEL & MASK SET $10 410-310-6633

SEEKING UTILITY TRAILER with gate. Black, 6’ x 9’. 302-344-0169

SMALL GROUP OF HUNTERS seeking Hunting or Vacant property for upcoming season and Looking for Farmers Field to Hunt Geese in. Call Chuck at 410-924-6692

By Jan Buckner Walker

The Original Crossword Puzzle for Kids and Their Favorite Adults

Kids Across

1. Hard head: A metal that is often used to make the part of the hammer that hits the nail (or the healthy mineral your body gets from spinach)

2. A vegetable looks a little like a little green tree (Hint: Pres. Obama told a reporter that it is his favorite food)

6. A dip for chips you can make from an avocado

9. When his muscles begin to bulge, you know this big guy is getting mad: The Incredible ___

10. A light green vegetable that grows in a bunch, its tasty stalks are fun to crunch

13. What you probably would see on a plate next to green eggs

14. Just one piece of 2A (or Tarzan's long, pointed hunting weapon)

15. An herb with tiny leaves

that can decorate a dinner plate

17. A piece of paper printed with green ink that you need in your pocket when you go shopping

19. Sour power: Key lime ___ is a tasty pastry you can bake in just minutes

21. A group of 17Ds traveling together

22. It's the famous football team from Wisconsin: the Green ___ Packers

Parents Down

1. Lucky day: What everyone is said to be (at least a little) on St. Patrick's Day

3. Label language: Abbr. that reveals the how much 1A is in a bag of frozen 2A

4. It gives a four-leaf clover its color

5. Upwardly mobile: Wall

climber at an elite university

6. Game on a green

7. Cool veggie whose slices soothe pu y eyes and give a mom a chance to relax her mind

8. Food for thought: When it comes to that cheese in your fridge, it's de nitely a sign of age

11. Moss-covered tree covering

12. Hot tip: Green ___ is best brewed at water just below the boiling point

15. ABCs in a bowl: Anjous, Bartletts and Comices are three popular varieties of these fall fruits

16. Wait for it: Green is often nature's signal a certain piece of fruit isn't yet ___

17. Mallard (or his mother)

18. Private matter: G.I. Joe and co.

20. Motorist's re ex when she sees green

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29084 SEA BIRD CT. SELBYVILLE

Located in Sought-After, AmenityRich Community of Bayside, this furnished twin home embodies the tranquil charm of coastal living! Enjoy the serene, wooded area from the screened back porch. Highlights include 3 BD, 2.5 BA, LVP ooring, gourmet kitchen, front porch, 1-car garage w/ a Golf Cart & a 2nd . versatile living space.

$600,000 (DESU2064340) Call Danny Taglienti (c) 410-430-2721

31387 BAREFOOT CIRCLE, HARBESON Just Listed - Located in the peaceful and amenity rich community of Spring Breeze. Gorgeous meticulously cared for 2787 sq ft rst oor living Coastal home with open concept oor plan-upgrades galore,4 bed, 3 bath, of ce, loft, covered front and back porch, 2 car garage, fenced in yard backing to trees, huge un nished basement. Just minutes to Lewes and Rehoboth.

Asking $624,900 (DESU2079944) Call Chrisy Tingle (c) 302-377-4159

533 HUDSON AVE #B, BETHANY BEACH JUST LISTED - Fully Furnished 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath duplex with a screened in porch overlooking common grounds in the desirable water front community of Stewards Watch. Amazing location- community is only 1 mile to downtown Bethany Beach- offering inground pool, tennis/pickle ball, communitydock with kayak launch and Bethany Beach parking permits! Never rented- just family loved:)

Asking $550,000 (DESU2080330) Call Chrisy Tingle (c) 302-377-4159

PINEYISLAND

10651 PINEY ISLAND DRIVE BISHOPVILLE

Rarely available in peaceful Piney Island! Timeless cedar shake Cape Cod is loaded with custom features, hardwood oors, natural light and expansive living spaces. Open concept living with 4 bedrooms plus of ce, 2 full baths & 2 half baths, and 2,877 square feet. Full un nished basement offers an additional 1,722 sf of endless possibilities.

$895,000 (MDWO2028450)

Call Nancye Vermillion (c) 302-500-9255

19338 LOBLOLLY CIR #11, REHOBOTH BEACH Arbor-Lyn: A Local’s Dream Near Rehoboth & Lewes. Discover the best of