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WOODLAND - DelDOT receives bids on the Virginia C., the Woodland Ferry. You won't believe how many people bid. Page 3 PROFILE - After a rough start, Seaford’s Frank Parks finds the key to living a fulfilled life. Page 4 NAVY HONOR - A Seaford native, Iesha N. Savage, is honored as Naval Branch Health Clinic Albany’s Blue Jacket of the Year. Page 5 VETERANS - As World War II came to a close in 1945, Laurel resident Lee Riggin and his friends found themselves in a race against time. Page 8 GOLD STAR - Will Delaware approve a bill to issue special license plates honoring the memory of its fallen heroes? Page 9 SERVICE - Bridgeville thanks Commissioner Margaret Sipple for her years of service. Page 11 CHAMPS - The Seaford boys’ swim team won the regular season and Henlopen Conference meet championships last week. Page 41 SECOND - The Seaford boys’ winter track team placed second in the Henlopen Conference meet last Wednesday. Pictures on page 41, story on page 47 STARS - A Seaford wrestler and a Seaford track and field athlete are this week’s Seaford Stars of the Week. Page 43

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GALESTOWN POUR - Trucks from Barnett Concrete of Cambridge, Md., are shown Monday pouring concrete for the base of the spillway at Galestown Pond. Company spokesperson Hilda Watson said Monday’s pour of about 52 cubic yards was the first of four or five pours that will total between 180 to 200 yards of concrete. See next week’s Star for an update on the progress at Galestown. Photo by Daniel Richardson

Annexation requests draw crowd Council members among those who speak up in favor of proposals

By Lynn R. Parks As they did last year, citizens who live along Hearns Pond are objecting to a proposal to annex 240 acres of farmland near the pond into the city of Seaford.

“There may be a time that we want to expand our borders, but this is not the time,” Brenda Stover said Tuesday night during a public hearing on the annexation request. “Seaford needs to get back to its roots.”

“Why do we want to go out there and control all of the land, but at the same time lose the real essence of our town?” asked Nancy Hall, owner of Two Cats in the Yard gift shop in downtown Seaford. “Our town is the downtown. Our town is the Nanticoke River.”

But former Mayor Guy Longo cautioned that failure to expand its borders will harm the city. “If we don’t move

ahead with this annexation, the city will realize dire financial consequences in the future,” he said. “We might as well put a sign up saying that we are not interested in new people and industry in our city. It would be fiscally disastrous.”

The hearing, attended by about 40 people, was on two annexation requests. Ray Mears and Sons is seeking the annexation of 193 acres of farmland at the intersection of Bridgeville Highway and Hearns Pond Road. And Morris Properties has requested that 46 acres just south of the Mears property, at the intersection of Bridgeville Highway and Garden Lane, become part of the city.

City manager Dolores Slatcher said Wednesday morning that a date for a public vote on the annexation requests will probably be set at the city council meeting on March 11.

Both properties were among six

parcels that were rejected for annexation in a public vote in September 2006. At that time, the property owners were requesting zoning to permit highdensity residential development as well as commercial development. This time, they are asking for zoning for singlefamily houses and commercial development.

“They are trying to do the same thing again, but in smaller bites,” said Hearns Pond resident Errol Matthews.

“I request that the council table this for future study, to address the issues that came forth last year, because they will be back again this year.”

Last year’s rejection by the voters of the Mears and Morris annexations came after a citizens group, HAPPEN (Hearns Pond Association for its Protection, Preservation, Enhancement and Naturalization), campaigned against Continued to page 12

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Woodland Ferry high bid $24,300

By Lynn R. Parks The state’s Department of Transportation received 30 bids on the Virginia C., the 47-yearold ferry that crossed the Nanticoke River at Woodland for more than four decades, during the online auction that ended Feb. 6. Top bid for the boat, according to DelDOT spokeswoman Tina Shockley, was $24,300.

Shockley was unable to say who placed the top bid. That information will be released by the end of February, she said.

“It will take about two weeks to confirm the bidder’s identity, make the actual financial transaction happen, confirm the purchase, etc.,” Shockley added.

Alfred Layton, whose house is along the Nanticoke River near Woodland, was one of the bidders for the Virginia C. On Monday, he said that he went as high as $5,000, then stopped.

“When it went higher than that, I figured it was time to step aside and let someone else have it,” Layton said.

Layton added that he knows who the winning bidder is. But he has been asked by the state not to reveal the winner’s name.

He did say that the winning bid came from someone in Annapolis.

The three-car ferry, which is being replaced by a larger, six-car vessel, was listed for sale by the state with Auction Liquidation Services, an online auction service.

The Virginia C., which last operated Dec. 31, has to be removed from the site by March 1; for every day that it remains docked in Woodland after Feb. 20, the new owner will be charged $25.

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The expo, which is free for all exhibitors, will be held from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 2 at Delaware Technical & Community College in Georgetown.

Each exhibitor will receive an eight-foot wide display area, a table and two chairs, unless other accommodations are requested.

The Delaware Clean Marina Expo is designed to showcase businesses and organizations that provide environmentally-sound products and services for marinas, boatyards, and marine stores.

In addition, agencies offering regulatory information and best management practices for the marine industry are encouraged to exhibit.

Although all exhibitor applications will be considered, exhibitors who meet one of the following environmental sustainability criteria are preferred: sewage pumpout units; green chemicals; shrink wrap recycling; energy efficient or renewable energy; conserves/protects water and/or air; products that are less toxic and/or plant based; reduces waste; durable/reusable products; recycled content; organic (but not certified); certified (by USDA Organic, Energy Star, LEED, Green-e, other); and educational/ promotes environmental values.

For exhibitor information, contact Crystal Nagyiski at the Delaware Clean Marina Program at 302-739-9909 or email crystal.nagyiski @state.de.us.

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MORNING STAR • FEBRUARY 14 - 20, 2008

Frank Parks talks about life-changing experience ‘I felt that the church would probably burn down if I even went in.’

By Lynn R. Parks Some people take to their beds on Friday the 13th, afraid of bad luck coming their way. But Frank Parks believes that some of the best things in his life have happened on that day.

“On Oct. 13, 1989, I had a spiritual awakening,” said Parks, co-owner of Home Team Realty, Seaford. That awakening, when he was 18 and was considering suicide, changed his life, he said, and put him on course toward success.

And on Oct. 13, 2006, Parks started on a three-day retreat, Walk to Emmaus, a spiritual renewal program which is sponsored by the Upper Room, the ministry division of the United Methodist Church, and which encourages participants, after the weekend is over, to “act in ways appropriate to being a servant of all.”

“Before the retreat, I didn’t feel worthy to go to church,” Parks said. “I felt that the church would probably burn down if I even went in. But the Walk to Emmaus opened my eyes. I learned that none of us are worthy and that going to church is not about us but about God.” Last spring, a few months after coming home from the retreat, Parks stood up in St. John’s United Methodist Church, Seaford, and told the congregation his story. At the end, he got a standing ovation.

“I was not expecting that,” Parks said.

“Really, I was blown away by the response.

And afterward, I got so many cards and letters, telling me how important my story was, and all that has encouraged me to reach out and tell other people.”

Parks is active in the youth program at St. John’s. He talks to recovering addicts at the Seaford Mission, offers counseling to anyone he encounters who is struggling with addiction and is involved with Habitat for Humanity, through which Home Team Realty has built a house in Habitat’s Concord Village near Concord.

And he is writing a book, the working title of which is There is No Such Thing as Luck. Or bad luck, a point he proves with his two Friday the 13th experiences and

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with his cat — black, of course — which he found when it was a kitten and which is now 17 years old. The name of the cat?

Friday the 13th.

The way out of early depression Parks, 37, grew up in Dover and graduated —“barely,” he said — from Dover High School in 1988. By that time, he was already drinking heavily and was using drugs, including marijuana, cocaine and LSD, he said. He was arrested several times as a juvenile on drug and theft charges.

The fall after graduation, he was so depressed about his situation that he decided to commit suicide. “I was in my parents’ basement,” Parks said. “I was actually on the way to the medicine cabinet to get all the pills I could find, when I had a spiritual awakening. I got down on my knees and said, ‘God, forgive me. I’m so sorry for everything I’ve done.’ And this feeling came over me, a better feeling than anything any drug ever did. I jumped up into the air, I was so excited.”

That “awakening,” as powerful as it was, made no difference in Parks’ behavior, though. “I was still getting high,” he said. “I was addicted so heavy that I was telling everybody that God put drugs here for a reason, and everybody should be allowed to do them. I was pretty twisted.”

Soon after that, Parks was discovered selling merchandise from the former Nichols department store, where he worked, to a drug-using buddy for a few dollars, well below its cost.

“They caught everything right there on the video camera,” Parks said. “I should have been locked up, but it was my first offense as an adult. They gave me a slap on the wrist and probation.”

Parks’ drug abuse continued and his mother and stepfather, Tonda and Joe Parks, kicked him out of the house. “I was homeless, with no place to go,” he said. “I lived on the streets, and with my friends.”

On Christmas Day, he kicked in the front door of his parents’ home, violating his probation. He was taken to the jail in Smyrna, where he spent the night reading the book of John in the Bible. “I accepted everything it said as fact,” he said. “There was no doubt for me — I believed.”

For violation of probation, Parks was sentenced to six months of work release confinement at the Sussex Correctional Continued to page 53

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Seaford native is named Blue Jacket of the Year Navy Hospital Corpsman Third Class (HM3) Iesha N. Savage was recently honored as Naval Branch Health Clinic (NBHC) Albany’s Blue Jacket of the Year.

Each year the clinic’s leadership selects an up and coming sailor to hold the title of Blue Jacket of the Year.

Savage, a Seaford native, received her award at a Dec. 7, 2007 ceremony in which several sailors were honored as the best in their NBHC or at the umbrella military treatment facility, Naval Hospital in Jacksonville, Fla. The Jacksonville hospital provides oversight for clinics aboard seven Navy and Marine Corps bases, stretching from Key West, Fla. to Atlanta, Ga. Savage said, “I was definitely honored by this recognition as it acknowledges my hard work and dedication.” Selected from a field of outstanding young sailors, such an accomplishment for this young woman means she is on a promising path toward a stellar Navy career.

The daughter of Jeffery and Paula Benson of Seaford, Savage began her Navy service in July 2004. She came to the clinic located aboard Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB) Albany in March 2007.

She was previously assigned to NBHC Oceana, Va. where she worked mainly on the medical side of the house. She worked in the family medicine, acute care and emergency medicine departments.

At Albany, she was afforded the opportunity to work in the dental department, which opened new horizons for her.

Working as the only dental corpsman at NBHC Albany, she shouldered a lot of work and responsibility. She said she enjoys working chair-side with a Navy dentist, treating between 30 and 50

Hospital Corpsman Third Class Iesha N. Savage was recently honored as the Naval Branch Health Clinic Albany, Ga. Blue Jacket of the Year for 2007. Photo courtesy of the U.S. Navy

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Savage is a 2004 graduate of Sussex Technical High School in Georgetown.

She is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in science with a concentration in dental hygiene at Darton College, Albany.

She said she enjoys her work so well, that although she hasn’t set her career plans in stone yet, after she completes her college and Navy training, she is “very, very, very likely” to pursue a full Navy career as a dental hygienist.

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MORNING STAR • FEBRUARY 14 - 20, 2008

Business Crop loss payments reach an all time high in state Delaware farmers experienced devastating crop losses in most parts of the state in 2007.

For those farmers with crop insurance, the economic pain resulting from their crop loss has been eased somewhat by crop insurance loss payments, which have reached a record $16.1 million, as of late January. Some payments are still being processed. The 2007 total is more than double the previous high of $7.6 million, in 2002.

The value of crop insurance purchased

by Delaware farmers in 2007 exceeded $76 million, also an all-time record. The previous high was $53 million in 2004.

The number of Delaware acres covered by crop insurance topped 270,000 for the second time.

Those Delaware farmers who chose to include crop insurance in their risk management plan for 2007 are glad they did.

After federal premium subsidies and the Delaware Cost Share Program funding ($600,000) are applied, Delaware farmers have received, to date, five dollars for every dollar paid in crop insurance premiums for 2007.

Delaware Secretary of Agriculture Michael Scuse says, “A lot of our fellow farmers suffered serious crop losses in 2007. But more and more, Delaware farmers are recognizing that crop insurance can be an important risk management tool to protect against disasters like this. We are glad that the Delaware Cost Share Program is having a positive effect in helping farmers explore higher levels of coverage,

Business briefs Haney joins Century 21 Tull Ramey

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Coons to speak at ag breakfast

New Castle County Executive Chris Coons will be the featured speaker at the

Friends of Agriculture Breakfast, on Friday Feb. 29 in Dover.

Coons is appearing as a special guest in conjunction with the Governor’s Conference on Agriculture, which begins immediately after the breakfast meeting.

Coons will speak about the “Buy From Your Neighbor” program, a county initiative that promotes locally grown agricultural products to consumers, wholesalers, retailers and restaurants.

The Friends of Agriculture Breakfast kicks off the 14th annual Governor’s Conference on Agriculture, which also features University of Delaware President Patrick Harker speaking about the role of UD in international trade and relations.

For a complete conference schedule, and to register for the conference, visit http://ag.udel.edu/govconf/program.htm/.

The Friends of Agriculture Breakfast will be held at the Dover Sheraton, beginning at 7:15 a.m. Registration is $15.

For more information, or to register, call Alice Moore at 302-831-2504.

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which make crop insurance more effective.

The Delaware Statistics Service recently released its 2007 estimates for 2007 corn and soybean production.

Average yields for corn were 97 bushels per acre, down from 145 in 2006.

Soybeans averaged about 24 bushels per acre compared with 31 in 2006.

Don Clifton, a Sussex County farmer, is the program facilitator for the Delaware Targeted States Crop Insurance Education Program, a program funded by the USDA Risk Management Agency and conducted

by DDA. He states, “These averages, as dramatically reduced as they are from 2006, don’t reveal the extent of the devastation in some areas. I know farmers who experienced total losses on corn and beans. Yet,

if they used a strong crop insurance strategy, their income was not adversely affected.”

“The fact of the matter is, farmers face serious production and market risks,” says Secretary Scuse. “We either transfer part of the risk to someone else, through crop insurance, or we retain the risk. If we retain the risk, and suffer a year like 2007, it can take years to recover financially.”

Clifton adds, “Crop insurance tools are more relevant than ever. Through the cost share and education programs, we want to try to ensure that farmers understand all the tools that are at their disposal. We encourage people to call the Delaware Risk Management information line at 877-6732767. We can help farmers fully understand their options before they contact a crop insurance agent.”

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These sessions will meet from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday evenings to provide guidance for small business setup.

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Soldier’s division first to reach Hitler’s retreat The Seaford and Laurel Star newspapers are running a series of articles on the veterans who served this nation during World War II. We welcome suggestions for interviews. Contact Bryant Richardson at 629-9788.

By James Diehl As World War II came to a close in 1945, Laurel resident Lee Riggin and his mates from the United States Army’s 3rd Infantry Division found themselves in a race against time – more specifically in a race against the French, as well as more than a few Americans.

And despite what Hollywood and at least one popular author claim, Riggin says he and the men of the 3rd won that race.

The “race” in this instance was a mad dash to be the first unit to enter the Bavarian town of Berchtesgaden, and to raise the American flag above Adolph Hitler’s Alpine retreat some 1,200 feet up in Obersalzberg.

Their arrival was a liberation of sorts, one that all but ended the war in Europe, at least symbolically.

“All of the units in the area wanted to get there first,” says Riggin, whose unit entered the town on May 4, though Riggin didn’t personally make it to Hitler’s compound until June 17. “There was just this feeling of success. To think that you were standing in the place where this awful guy lived was a bit overwhelming. It was a very emotional experience.”

Though Riggin claims – and is backed up by many high ranking officials in the United States military – that the 3rd Infantry got to Berchtesgaden first, there are those who dispute that fact.

Renowned author Stephen Ambrose in his book, “Band of Brothers,” claimed the 101st Airborne Division arrived there first and director Stephen Spielberg, in the movie of the same name, also claimed the distinction belonged to the men of the 101st.

There are others who claim the French had already arrived when the 3rd Infantry rolled into town.

But Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower himself, along with Gen. Maxwell Taylor, the former commander of the 101st Airborne Division, both admit that the 3rd Infantry did indeed capture Berchtesgaden and deserve the title of “liberators.”

On page 106 of Taylor’s memoir

“Swords and Plowshares,” the general wrote, “On May 4 the Division (the 101st Airborne) received an order to move on Berchtesgaden....unfortunately a bridge was destroyed on our side of the autobahn so that the 3rd Division got to Berchtesgaden ahead of us on the afternoon of May 4.”

Despite the squabbling over who, indeed, arrived first at Hitler’s sprawling Bavarian compound, Riggin was just glad to be there, and relieved the war was over.

“The Germans were surrendering by the thousands towards the end of the war,” Riggin says. “They still had their arms but they were just waiting for someone to come along and tell them where to go and what to do. They were as glad as we were that the war was over.”

Riggin’s route to Berchtesgaden was a long and winding one – indeed, the young man from Laurel was never even supposed to be in Europe, much less in the infantry.

Drafted in 1943, Riggin left for the U.S. Army just one month after graduating from Laurel High School. He was assigned to the Army Air Corps and sent to an air base in Florida to work as an armament and ordnance clerk.

But then came the Battle of the Bulge in the winter of 1944. The United States suffered more than 80,000 casualties in the battle bringing about the need for reinforcements in the European Theater – and quickly.

“They just started moving people from jobs like mine to the infantry because they needed more combat troops in Europe,” Riggin says. “We were called replacements because we were just filling in for people who didn’t make it.”

But before leaving for the war zone, Riggin wanted to do one last thing – he wanted to get married, which he did in March of 1945.

“Doris and I were high school sweethearts and we had been engaged for a couple of years and just wanted to get married,” he says. “You never think that you’re not going to come back and I just wanted to have a wife to look forward to coming back to.”

Riggin joined the 7th Regiment of the 3rd Infantry just in time to cross the Rhine River into Germany in March of 1945.

His unit remained on the combat line until the end of the war in May. Continued to page nine

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First State lagging behind in honoring war heroes

By Lynn R. Parks A bill that would allow the state of Delaware to issue special license plates to close relatives of military service members killed in action has moved into the state Senate Public Safety Committee.

Under the bill, relatives of soldiers and Marines killed during World War I, World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan would be able to get the license plates.

For Danna Palmer, whose son Cory was killed in Iraq in May 2006, the license plates cannot come too soon.

“Delaware’s fallen heroes are not deemed as something to be noted on license plates,” Palmer wrote in a letter to the state Senate on Jan. 8. “Only seven other

states share this twisted viewpoint. Far from being the first [state], Delaware may well be last in answering this call to honor our fallen. Do this Senate and House want this dubious honor?”

Palmer said that Delaware is one of only eight states that do not have a license plate for Gold Star parents, or parents of soldiers and Marines who have been killed.

“We are a state of firsts in many respects,” she wrote to the Senate. “It would seem that making a Gold Star state plate would have been amongst many of those firsts. Please…issue now, a Gold Star family license plate for families of those who chose first to serve their country, resulting in their own death.”

State Sen. George Bunting (D – Bethany Beach) is one of the

sponsors of the license plate bill.

He said that he is optimistic that SB 33 will move ahead in this legislative session, which will end June 30. State Sen. Margaret Rose Henry (D – Wilmington East) is the chairwoman of the Public Safety Committee. She did not return requests for comment.

“We’ve got tags for everything, some of which are very

trite,” said Bunting, himself a Vietnam War veteran who has a Purple Heart tag on his car. “I think a Gold Star license plate is a recognition we certainly should do. To me, it’s paying tribute to the life of a soldier and to the parents who raised that soldier and who has to bear the hurt of his death.”

Current state law requires that

a request for a special license plate have 200 sponsors. “Thank God, we don’t have that many Gold Star families,” Bunting said.

“Are you saying that we must wait until that 200th family appears to request the Gold Star plates?” Palmer wrote in her letter. “This, I believe, will not sit well with the public.”

Riggin visits Hitler’s compound Continued from page eight

“We took several small towns in the southern part of Germany.

Most of them had about 200 people in them and we usually took three, four or five of them in a day,” Riggin recalls. “It was scary sometimes because you never knew if there was going to be a garrison of German soldiers in that town or not. But you always assumed that there was. But if we saw a lot of civilians waving white flags, we figured there probably wasn’t.”

On April 27, while going from small town to small town in southern Germany, the 3rd Infantry was attacked from the skies by a German jet – a rarity in those days.

“We were in another one of the small towns, but there were three or four tanks in the town.

We assumed later that they must have been after the tanks,” Riggin says.

“But nobody knew at that time what it was. We never saw it, but we sure heard it. [The jet] killed a couple of our guys and some civilians because they dropped a bomb in the town square. But they never did hit the tanks.”

The men of the 3rd Infantry continued on and took the larger towns of Augsburg and Wurzburg before coming across the city of Munich – the crown jewel of southern Germany.

Taking Munich was far from easy.

“Munich was the favorite city of Adolph Hitler and he had a lot of rallies there. The Germans were really holding out there,” Riggin says.

“We engaged in block to block fighting and there was one battle that was particularly fierce. We had a firefight for 15 to 20 minutes and killed two Germans and

captured eight more.

“After (that battle), we had a big gathering in the square where Hitler used to gather and some medals were presented, but there wasn’t that much of a celebration. We were just so tired and glad that it was over.”

Shortly thereafter, Riggin and his fellow infantrymen made their way to Hitler’s compound in the Bavarian Alps, raising Old Glory upon their arrival.

Though Riggin didn’t make it to the compound until several weeks later, he did manage to pick up a few souvenirs from his journey.

Among the collectibles he boasts today are a stone from the fireplace of Adolph Hitler, an aqua tile from the German Fuhrer’s bathroom, a tile from the swimming pool of Martin Bormann, Hitler’s trusted deputy, and a pearl white gravy boat from Hitler’s guest house.

All are reminders of the hardfought Allied victory in the Second World War, a war Riggin is proud to have contributed to.

“I was just a small cog in a very big wheel,” Riggin says.

“Everybody played a part. I played my little part and did it to the best of my ability.”

After the war, Riggin returned to his wife, Doris, and made a life for himself in Laurel.

He retired in 1988 after 21 years as a field service representative for Kiwanis International.

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28529 SEAFORD ROAD (13A), LAUREL GATHER the Family to enjoy this 3 BR, 2 BA rancher between Seaford & Laurel. This custom built rancher features new heated sun rm., new appliances & laminated wooden flooring throughout, & 2-car garage on .6 acre lot. $199,900 MLS#541921 Directions: South of Seaford on RT 13A, apx. 1/4 mi. South of Mt. Zion Church on left (East side). Hostess: Bev Blades

107 LAKE DRIVE, LAUREL LAKE DEVELOPMENT, LAUREL WATERFRONT Charmer! One look at the water and you’d be ready to move into the 2 BR ranch. In ‘05 & ‘06 updates were done which include roof, gutters, siding, front porch, back patio, ceilings, drywall, ceiling fans, windows, some doors and more. $289,900 MLS#555791 Directions: From RT 13, W on 4th St. (RT 24), right on Lake Dr., gray ranch on right. Hostess: Dee Cross

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Bridgeville honors Commissioner Sipple for 14 years of service

By Mike McClure The Bridgeville Commission approved a resolution thanking Commissioner Margaret Sipple for her years of service during its meeting on Monday night. Sipple is stepping down after 14 years on the Commission.

“It’s been fun but I decided it’s time for somebody else to take over,” said Sipple, who has been on the Commission since 1994. “It’s been a nice ride.”

Monday’s meeting marked Sipple’s final meeting as a member of the Commission. The town’s election will take place March 1 from 12-7 p.m. at town hall.

Free tax preparation sites offered

State Treasurer Jack Markell reminds Delawareans about the importance of the Earned Income Tax Credit Campaign, and encourages eligible residents to visit one of 22 tax sites across Delaware to have their taxes prepared free of charge.

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) benefits families who earn less than $39,000 per year. The tax refund can be up to $4,700 per year, depending on family size and income.

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Incumbents Pat Correll and Earl Greason are running unopposed while three newcomers from the district that includes Heritage Shores are running for the vacant seat on the Commission (see next week's Star for more on the candidates).

The deadline to register to vote is Feb. 20. Residents must register to vote at town hall.

The Commission also presented a certificate of appreciation to Dave Knight, a postal employee who lives in Dover but gives his time to the Bridgeville community.

“It’s a pleasure to serve. I like the small town atmosphere,” said Knight, who was

named an honorary citizen of Bridgeville.

Bridgeville Commission President Joe Conaway also presented a public service grant check of $1,000 to Matt Davis, president of the Bridgeville Library Board of Trustees, for operating expenses at the library.

The organization also holding a number of fundraisers to help fund the local share for construction of a new library. Davis said state and county funding is also needed.

Conaway announced that the town received 121 responses to its citizens survey.

Some of the results of the survey are: 85 percent rated the town good to excellent to

live in; 81 percent said it was a good to excellent place to retire; 78 percent said Bridgeville had a good to excellent sense of community; and 60 percent said the town's growth was on track.

The full citizens survey results are available to the public at the Bridgville Town Hall.

The Commission also voted to approve the promotion of PFC. Adam Hitchens to Corporal. The Commission's March meeting has been moved back a week to Monday, March 17.

Wilmington non-profit Nehemiah Gateway Community Development Corporation, coordinator of the project, has trained a record 600 volunteers to prepare taxes at 22 sites throughout the state.

“I’m delighted to be involved in promoting awareness of this important tax break for the 56,343 working Delawareans who qualify for this,” Markell said.

“During 2007, the EITC put over $99,600,000 back into the pockets of

these families who in turn invested these dollars in their children, their homes and their annual cost of living.”

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Laurel - St. Phillips Episcopal Church, S. Central Ave., Monday, 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Seaford - Seaford Public Library, 402 N. Porter St., Friday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For a complete listing of all free tax sites, call the Delaware Helpline at 800464-4357.

Free tax prep site locations in Sussex County include the following: Georgetown - First State Community Action Agency, Central Sussex Building, 211 N. Race St., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Se habla Espanol); Georgetown Public Library, 10 W. Pine St., Monday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and DelTech Commu-

See photos from Monday’s Bridgeville Commission meeting on page 52

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305 CHRISTOPHER DRIVE, CRESTFIELD LOVELY 3 BR, 2 1/2 BA home. Nice floor plan with spacious rooms. New kitchen in 2004, hardwood floors & more on a nicely landscaped lot. $299,000 Directions: From Shufelt Rd. west of Seaford, turn left into Crestfield. Turn right then first left. Home on right.

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Proponents, opponents discuss annexation plans Continued from page one

the annexations. Flyers that members of the group handed out in a door-to-door campaign and that were headed “Beware” said that the annexation could triple the city’s population. In addition to Mears and Morris, two other property owners were requesting that their parcels be zoned for high-density residential development.

Tuesday night, Longo criticized the HAPPEN flyer as scare tactics. “Develop-

ment is a very slow process,” he said. “It will take years before this land is developed and it is important to get it in the city so the city has control.”

On Wednesday morning, Stover said that she does not know what steps, if any, HAPPEN will take regarding the annexation request. Members recently went door to door in Seaford, handing out flyers to inform residents of the upcoming public hearing.

SEAFORD CITY COUNCIL NOTEBOOK

By Lynn R. Parks

Seaford votes to particpate in video program

New Internet stars are born every day. And the mayor, members of council and employees of the city of Seaford may be just about to get their big break.

Soon, the city’s Web site will feature six videos about Seaford. The city council Tuesday night voted to participate in a program sponsored by the U.S. Conference of Mayors through which a Rochester, N.Y.-based communications company will produce the videos and put them on the city’s website.

Cost of the production will come from the sale of ads for local businesses that will appear around the video. Those ads can include videos about the company.

City economic development manager Trisha Booth told the city council that the videos will not cost the city anything. Even if the company, CGI Communications, is unable to sell any ads, it will pay all costs, she said.

Booth said that the videos would give the city additional exposure. “The Web site is often the first impression people get of Seaford,” she said.

Booth expects the video production to take about six months. Dover is the only town in Delaware to have video streaming on its website, she added.

Circle J given two-year extension on development plans

The Seaford City Council Tuesday night approved a two-year extension of its approval of preliminary development plans submitted by Circle J Developers.

Circle J is the company that is developing Gallery Pointe, a 450-home community slated for property behind Wal-Mart. Gallery Pointe, expected to take about 10 years to complete, is planned to include single-family homes, duplexes, apartments and a club house, as well as a commercial area.

The council approved preliminary plans for the development in March 2006. That approval is good for two years and is set to expire next month.

City manager Dolores Slatcher told the council that Circle J is getting ready to submit its final plans to the council for approval.

Additional recyle bins will be placed in Seaford

The Delaware Solid Waste Authority will soon put recycle bins in the Seaford Wal-Mart parking lot. The Seaford City Council Tuesday night approved the authority’s request to put the bins there.

Recycle bins were recently removed from the Seaford Village Shopping Center parking lot, where they were behind Sears.

Bins will remain in the Nylon Capital Shopping Center parking lot and in an area behind the Methodist Manor House.

“Come to the public hearing…and ask questions such as, how will this annexation benefit me?” the flyer read. “Is bigger necessarily better? Why press for annexation now when there is so much that needs to be done for us in town?”

During the public hearing, Stover asked if downtown Seaford is something for the city to be proud of. “Is it a place that when you have people visit, you say, ‘Oh, come look at our beautiful downtown’?” she said.

“We walked the streets of Seaford, handing out flyers, and we saw all of Seaford. And it’s not a pretty sight. I would hope that instead of going to the outside, we would start by working on the inside.”

Esther Berner, who also lives on Hearns Pond Road and is a volunteer at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, said that she is concerned that the hospital could not handle additional population that the annexation would mean.

“The other day I was at the hospital and there were 19 people waiting in the emergency room,” she said. “The hospital had no place to put them. If we add all these people, how is the hospital going to cope?”

All of the city council members, as well as Mayor Ed Butler, spoke in favor of the annexation. Councilman Mike Vincent said that the growth that the annexation would bring to the city would help solve some of the problems opponents to the annexation talked about.

“We all know that the hospital is in financial trouble,” he said. “But the one thing that helps a hospital is the number of people it serves. It’s got to have patients and more patients.”

As for bringing a grocery store to the heart of Seaford, “if we want a grocery store, we’ve got to have more people,” Vincent said.

A number of annexation proponents cautioned that development of the farmland around Hearns Pond is inevitable, and that it would be better to have the city control that development than the county.

“The city will pay attention to us,” said Richard Thek, Seaford. “If you try to get the county council’s attention, you can’t even get on the agenda.”

“Bridgeville is actively annexing land,” added Longo. “It wouldn’t take much for them to cross Delaware 18 and come on down to Hearns Pond.”

Longo said that annexation and development of the two parcels would mean “slow, steady income” to enable the city to pay for increasing costs for personnel, electricity, water, wastewater treatment and fuel.

“If living here is going to continue to be affordable, we need to grow,” he said.

Addressing the council, Longo said that he hopes that its members do all they can to ensure that when the annexation requests come before they public, they are approved. “I will certainly do all I can to make sure that the vote is successful,” he added.

NOTICE OF CANDIDATE FILING DEADLINE BOARDS OF EDUCATION IN SUSSEX COUNTY A qualified person seeking to become a candidate for the Board of Education for a public school district shall submit a Candidate Filing Form to the Department of Elections for Sussex County no later than 4:30 p.m. local time on Friday, March 7, 2008, for Sussex County School Districts.

School Board Election Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2008 Cape Henlopen School District Area “A” one Seat - Term Ends June 30, 2013

Delmar School District One Member - At Large - Term Ends June 30, 2013

Indian River School District One Member - District No. 3 - Term Ends June 30, 2011 One Member - District No. 4 - Term Ends June 30, 2011 Two Members - District No. 5 - Term Ends June 30, 2011

Happy Valentine’s Day to

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Winner of the Star’s Valentine Trivia Contest Winner was randomly drawn from all the correct entries we received.

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Laurel School District One Member - At Large - Term Ends June 30, 2013

Seaford School District One Member - At Large - Term Ends June 30, 2013

Woodbridge School District One Member - At Large - Term Ends June 30, 2013 School Board Member Candidate Filing Forms may be obtained from the Department of Elections for Sussex County in person in the office of the department, by mail or by fax. Completed candidate filing forms must be returned back to the department with original (live) signature. Candidate Filing Forms are available at: http:// electionssc.delaware.gov All terms begin July 1, 2008 Department of Elections for Sussex County 119 N. Race Street, Georgetown, DE 19947 Phone: 856-5367

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State Police receive gift to help in charity efforts

By Tony E. Windsor A Seaford-area business has come to the aide of a special annual charity effort being sponsored by the Delaware State Police.

For over 25 years, state troopers at Bridgeville’s Troop 5 have worked with area school districts to make holidays a little brighter for deserving families in the Troop 5 police coverage community.

Thanks to a local donation, charity efforts will now be spread throughout the year.

According to Cpl. 3 Chuck Groce and Cpl. 3 Tony Wallace who spearheaded the most recent Troop 5 Christmas Drive, police were able to assist four families who live throughout the western Sussex County area.

Groce said State Police resource officers stationed in the Woodbridge, Seaford, Laurel and Delmar school districts worked with school guidance counselors, nurses, wellness center staff and teachers to identify families who were in need over the holidays.

In all, the four families had 15 children who benefited from the efforts of the Troop 5 officers and the local supporters.

Wallace said the project receives support from both business and private contribu-

tions. “We had been able to go shopping and buy toys, clothing and food for these families thanks to the generosity of local businesses,” he said.

Groce said Troop 5 relies on schools to refer the families who are recipients of the holiday support and, though he would like to see even more families receive the help, Troop 5 can only do what contributions allow.

“We reached four families last year, but there is a list of other families who are also in need,” he said. “As we get more support from the community, we hope to increase the number of families we are able to help at the holidays.”

Groce’s wish came true after representatives of a local business read about the annual Christmas drive in the “Seaford Star” newspaper.

Capt. Greg Nolt of Troop 5, said a businessman, who asked to remain anonymous, presented officers with a check for $5,000 to help the charity drive.

Nolt said that this contribution has enabled Troop 5 to make charity funds available for local people in need year around.

“We have always received more requests each year than we can address,” Nolt said.

“Now, we are trying to help people who are in need of making fuel payments, or

other household and utility emergencies.”

Nolt said when police officers are notified about a situation they are referred to Groce and Wallace who will evaluate the circumstances and offer assistance at whatever level is available. The Annual Troop 5 Christmas Drive will continue and Wallace said he is sure that because of the anonymous donation there will be a few more families added to the list of recipients.

Troopers hope that given the new effort

by Troop 5 to offer year around charity support, and the increase in opportunities to help families at Christmas, that other businesses or individuals may also step forward and contribute to the efforts.

Groce and Wallace said that there are already local businesses who have been outstanding supporters of the program over the years. Among the supporters are Wal-Mart, Frederick Hertrich Automobile Dealerships and Food Lion. Groce said this past Christmas Johnny Janosik World of Furniture Galleries in Laurel made one child's Christmas wish come true by donating a bed.

Another longtime major supporter of the annual Troop 5 Christmas Drive is Jim Weller and Weller Tires and Trailers in Bridgeville. Weller has supplied delivery

trailers for over 15 years and, most recently, also provided building space for storing and wrapping Christmas gifts for deliveries. Weller also accompanies the troopers when they deliver the holiday gifts. Capt.

Nolt said that anyone interested in learning more about Troop 7 charity efforts can call Groce or Wallace at 303-337-1090.

View the eclipse at Fox Point Fox Point State Park and the Delaware Astronomical Society invite the public to Fox Point State Park in Wilmington to see one of the best lunar eclipses in years on Wednesday, Feb. 20 from 8 to 11 p.m.

Delaware Astronomical Society Members will provide telescopes and be available to answer questions. Because of the timing and location of the total phase of the eclipse, the view should be very good if skies are clear.

The next total lunar eclipse visible in North America will not occur until Dec. 21, 2010. For more information, call the Bellevue Arts Center at 302793-3046.

For directions to Fox Point State Park, visit www.destateparks.com.

Ed Kee receives secretary’s award On Saturday, Jan. 26, Secretary Michael Scuse presented the Secretary’s Award for Distinguished Service to Agriculture to Ed Kee, Extension Vegetable specialist at the University of Delaware.

The award was given in recognition of meritorious service for Delaware agriculture. According to Scuse, “Kee was chosen because of his more than 35 years of meritorious service to Delaware agriculture and community involvement.

His accomplishments are many and he is recognized locally, nationally, and internationally by his peers for his work. He will soon be leaving the University of Delaware Cooperative Extension, but not food and agriculture, to take a position with Hanover Foods.”

Robin Morgan, dean and director of the Agricultural Experiment Station, said of Ed Kee, “Since 1978 when Ed came on board, Delaware has seen a 10,000 acre increase in vegetable production, and this

has resulted in an increase in cash farm income of $15 million.

Ed was involved in many aspects of this effort, some of which include: introduction of drip irrigation to Delaware vegetable growers; development of sound recommendations for fertilizer, insecticide, and herbicide use on vegetable crops; evaluation of vegetable crop varieties that have resulted in higher crop yields; development of innovative planting and harvesting technologies; identification of new markets for growers; and attraction of new agricultural industry to Delaware.”

Kee received his B.S. and M.S. in agriculture from the University of Delaware in 1973 and 1975 respectively.

Kee, a sixth generation Delawarean, lives on a farm near Lincoln with his wife Debbie.

Debbie and Ed have been married for 32 years and have two grown daughters, who live in Michigan and Pennsylvania.

Ed Kee, Extension Vegetable specialist at the University of Delaware was recently awarded the Secretary’s Award for Distinguished Service to Agriculture. From left is Ed Kee, Secretary Michael Scuse and Kee’s wife, Debbie. Kee will begin a position with Hanover Foods soon.

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People Davies and Hall will be married in May Mike and Fran Davies of Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada, announce the engagement of their daughter, Bronwyn Elizabeth Davies, to Timothy Ray Hall of Seaford.

The couple will be married in Winderemere, Ontario, on May 31.

The bride-to-be graduated from Liberty University and is working as a nurse in Lynchburg, Va. Her fiancé is a 2000 graduate of Seaford Christian Academy and will receive his bachelor’s degree in history from Liberty University in May of this year.

TROOPER OF THE YEAR - Cpl. Scott Workman (left), who is trooper of the year at Troop 5, Bridgeville, was honored by State Rep. Gregory Hastings (R - Millsboro) during a ceremony at the Bridgeville station last week. Photo by Tony Windsor Bronwyn Elizabeth Davies and Timothy Ray Hall

Walker, Callaway are engaged

Dara Walker and Gregory Callaway

Family and friends announce the engagement of Dara Walker and Gregory Callaway.

The bride-to-be is the daughter of Deanne Walker and John Walker. Her fiancé is the son of Joanne and Todd Callaway.

They are both graduates of Laurel Senior High School, class of 2004.

The bride-to-be is a senior at the University of Delaware, Milford Professional Development School for Elementary and Special Education, and she will graduate this May. Her fiancé works for the state of Delaware.

They are planning to be married Nov. 8, 2008, at the Gumboro Wesleyan Church in Gumboro. A reception will be held at the Millsboro Fire Hall.

After the wedding, the couple will be residing in Gumboro.

Nominations for tourism awards open The Delaware Tourism Office, part of the Delaware Economic Development Office, is seeking entries for the 2008 Governor’s Tourism Awards, recognizing significant contributions to the state tourism industry.

The Roy Klein Hall of Fame, Travel and Tourism Person of the Year and Volunteer of the Year awards will recognize individuals and events that have made a significant contribution to the success of the industry through long-term commitment. Seven additional awards will recognize an organization whose efforts have contributed to the achievement of the industry’s common goals as defined by the Delaware Tourism Cluster’s Strategic Plan.

An award will be presented in each category to an eligible tourism organization or individual that best demonstrates achievement of the industry’s goals and objectives. Each of the following 11 cate-

gories focuses on an important aspect of the Delaware tourism industry: Roy Klein Hall of Fame: individual achievement; Hall of Fame: annual event; Travel & Tourism Person of the Year; Volunteer of the Year; Best Itinerary; Best Partnership; Best Targeted Demographic Campaign; Best Time-Targeted Campaign; Most Improved Tourism Product; Tourism Advocate Award; and Tourism Awareness Award.

Entries must be submitted by 4 p.m.

Friday, March 7. Winners will be announced at the 2008 Governor’s Tourism Awards Luncheon on Thursday, April 17, at the Chase Center on the Riverfront in Wilmington.

An entry kit and full details are available by contacting Marketing Coordinator Adam Berger at 302-672-6841 or via email, Adam.Berger@state.de.us.

For more information, visit www.VisitDelaware.com or call 866-284-7483.

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Police Journal Man critically injured in accident

Delaware State Police are investigating a single vehicle crash that left a Bridgeville man in critical condition.

According to police, James White, 45, of Bridgeville was driving a 1989 Toyota Cressida east on Briarhook Road, Seaford, on Feb. 7 at 7:53 p.m. and failed to negotiate a right curve. The Toyota exited the road and struck a tree head-on, police said.

White, who was wearing a seat belt, was flown to Christiana Hospital. He was admitted to the hospital for treatment for life threatening injuries sustained in the crash.

It is unknown if alcohol was a factor in the crash. The investigation is ongoing.

Empty chicken house burns

cense was suspended. A search of the vehicle revealed a .22-caliber handgun under the driver’s seat and a small amount of marijuana, police added.

Both Kissinger and Giuliano were arrested and taken to Justice of the Peace Court #3 where they were committed to the Department of Corrections in lieu of bond pending a preliminary hearing.

Charges against Kissinger included possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony and possession of marijuana. Charges against Giuliano included possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.

The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office investigated a poultry house fire that occurred on Friday, Feb. 8, at 10:18 a.m. on the 26000 block of Fire Tower Road in Laurel. The Blades Fire Department responded to the scene and was assisted by the Georgetown, Laurel and Seaford fire departments.

The structure was an unoccupied poultry house in the process of being torn down. According to the fire marshal’s office, workers were using a cutting torch to disassemble the building and sparks from the torch ignited combustibles in the ceiling near the center of the structure. No injuries were reported.

Men arrested in wildlife areas

Two arrested for stealing purse

Traffic stop leads to charges

A traffic stop by officers with the Seaford Police Department on Jan. 27 resulted in weapons charges against two Seaford men.

Police said that at approximately 11:56 p.m., Joshua D. Kissinger, 20, of Seaford, was stopped by officers for a traffic violation. Gino Giuliano, 19, also of Seaford, was a passenger in the vehicle.

Police said that Kissinger’s driver’s li-

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After receiving a report Feb. 5 that a woman’s purse was stolen from the Seaford Bowling Alley, officers with the Seaford Police Department arrested two Seaford residents.

Police said that after interviewing the 61-year old victim at the bowling alley and reviewing the video security system, they were able to identify the suspects.

They went to the area of nearby Meadowbridge Apartments, where both suspects were located. After a brief interview, most of the property was recovered, police said.

The defendants were arrested for theft and conspiracy third degree.

Steven Cornish, 19, was committed to the Department of Corrections in lieu of $1,500 secured bond pending trial at a later date. Carolyn Carey, 20, was released pending a court appearance.

Fire caused by electrical malfunction

The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office investigated a house fire that occurred on Monday, Feb. 11, at 5:10 a.m., in the 20000 block of Sussex Highway in Bridgeville. The Bridgeville Fire Department responded to the scene and was assisted by the Greenwood Fire Department.

The dwelling was occupied at the time of the fire. Occupants were alerted to the fire by the odor of smoke.

No injuries were reported. The home was not equipped with working smoke detectors.

Investigators have determined that the fire originated in the structural wall area and was caused by an electrical malfunction. Damages have been estimated at $1,500.

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On Feb. 3, at approximately 9:30 p.m., Seaford Police Department officers stopped Steven McColpin, 22, of Seaford, for traffic violations. Police said that as they approached the vehicle, they could smell marijuana. A search of the vehicle revealed 102.5 grams of marijuana located inside the vehicle and on the defendant, along with a sword with a 24-inch blade, police said. Charges against McColpin included possession of a deadly weapon during the commission of a felony, possession of marijuana and driving under the influence of alcohol and traffic offenses.

He was committed to the Department of Corrections in lieu of bond pending a preliminary hearing.

Patrols on Feb. 3 by Fish and Wildlife Enforcement agents, using police vehicles, ATVs and a state police helicopter, resulted in six arrests in the Nanticoke Wildlife Area. Four Laurel men were charged with operating ATVs on a state wildlife area and operating an unregistered vehicle on a state wildlife area. These men were Mark J. Jones, 33, of 32672 Bi-State Road; Adam R. Dickerson, 20, of 32216 Williams Road; Joshua A. Sheperd, 22, of 6160 Old Sharptown Road; and Joshua T. Carroll, 19, of 18340 Phillips Hill Road.

Agents also arrested James C. Walton, 18, of 11935 Orange Blossum Lane, Seaford, and charged him with littering from a motor vehicle and on a state wildlife area. Matthew Patchett, 18, of 5083 Woodland Church Road, Seaford, was charged with destroying division property, being off an established roadway, speeding in a wildlife area and littering in a wildlife area.

Agents also issued 25 verbal warnings for miscellaneous off highway vehicle violations. In addition to the Nanticoke Wildlife Area, the patrol covered Midlands, Jones Store, Woodland and Red House wildlife areas.

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Health Activity and diet are important for heart health Active Living

Daily physical activity should be a lifelong habit. An increasing body of evidence points to this step as one of the most important factors for maintaining health and extending life.

Anything that gets kids up and moving is good. Activities that leave them “breathless” are better. Kids need a total of at least 60 minutes of activity each day, half of which should be moderate to vigorous activity.

Moderate activities include walking, vacuuming, cleaning one’s room, raking the leaves and gardening chores. Vigorous activities include most sports, dancing, skating, jogging, swimming, and cycling.

The more activity kids get, especially of the “breathless” variety, the stronger their hearts will become.

Other benefits: Exercise gives kids energy, helps with concentration and is a natural mood lifter. Regular physical activity can help kids sleep better.

Some studies suggest that kids who are physically fit perform better on standardized tests in both reading and math. More time spent being active helps kids to achieve or maintain a healthy weight.

Quarantine lifted on horse farms

Dr. Sara Busch, state veterinarian, announces that the state imposed quarantine of the six horse farms in Delaware was officially lifted following a recent inspection of the farms.

The release of these quarantines is a result of no new or suspect cases during the 21 day quarantine period on any of the farms involved.

Cholesterol screenings planned

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital will be offering cholesterol screenings on February 14, 16 and 21, from 7:30 to 10 a.m. at the Seaford Golf & Country Club, located at 1001 W. Locust St., Seaford. The lipid profile test requires a 12-hour fasting and reads the HDL and LDL blood levels. Cost for the lipid profile is $15. No pre-registration is required.

In addition to the cholesterol screening free blood pressure checks will be offered as well as information on Nanticoke's Cardiac Rehabilitation services and Cancer Care services.

Results from the cholesterol screening will be mailed approximately two weeks after the test is performed. For more information, call 629-6611 ext.

2404.

CPR classes offered at Del Tech

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) basic classes for the general public and refresher courses designed for health care professionals are available at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus.

If the weather is good, kids can: Head to a nearby park or playground. Swing a little, or “hang-out” on the monkey bars.

Ride a bike, roller blade or play old favorites like freeze tag or capture the flag.

Play catch with a frisbee or a football. See how many consecutive catches the child can make. Play hopscotch or jump rope.

See who can get to one hundred the fastest. A fun way to keep track of activity is to use a pedometer. About 2000 steps equal a mile.

If the skies are gray, kids can: Play a game of charades or Twister. Put on an exercise video with an up-to-date vibe that will encourage kids to participate. Have a dance party – blast the stereo and burn some calories.

Healthy Eating

The effects of poor dietary habits are showing up in children at younger and younger ages. These effects include the early precursors of heart disease. Eating five or more servings of fruits and vegetables daily is good offense. Most fruits and vegetables have no cholesterol, few calories and lots of fiber.

Eating patterns are established early in

Parents, teachers, coaches and babysitters are just a few of the people who can benefit from these classes.

Healthcare providers whose jobs require CPR certification can take the refresher course to meet continuing licensure requirements.

Two separate sessions of CPR Heartsaver courses are offered: one teaches adult (one-rescuer) and the other infant and child techniques. Participants may sign up for either or both. For complete information about these and other prevention and wellness courses, contact Corporate and Community Programs at 854-6966.

Daffodil Days through Feb. 20

For 35 years the American Cancer Society has been sharing hope for a world free of cancer with Daffodil Days, its longstanding program to help raise funds and awareness to fight cancer. This year's Daffodil Days are up and running thru Feb. 20.

For a donation of $10, local residents will receive a bouquet of freshcut daffodils or a pot of miniature daffodils to support the fight against cancer.

In addition to cut and potted daffodils, the American Cancer Society will offer Gea R. Hope, the third in a series of special Boyd’s Bears designed exclusively for the American Cancer Society's Daffodil Days Bear in a Pot or Bear and a Bunch that can be ordered for a donation of $15. To place an order, or to get involved with the program contact Mary Catherine Hopkins at 875-7308.

life, so offer a variety of fruits and vegetables to young children on a regular basis. And if at first you don’t succeed, try, try again. It may take up to 10 tries for children to accept a new food.

How to get five servings?

Add fruit – peaches, bananas, blueberries, strawberries – to breakfast cereal and oatmeal. 100% fruit juice is good for kids, but should be limited to about four ounces daily. Whip up fruit smoothies using fresh or frozen fruit, fat-free yogurt and a dash of milk or juice. For lunch, pack carrot sticks, cherry tomatoes, grapes, apple slices or mandarin oranges and include low fat dip – most kids love “dippables.”

Add lettuce, tomato and sprouts to sandwiches and wraps. At least half the dinner plate should consist of fruit and vegetable dishes. (French fries don’t count.) Go for color and variety.

Eat at home and at the dinner table.

Kids thrive on routine and regular family meals are a great opportunity for sharing food and conversation. It takes some planning to have the right ingredients on hand for preparing healthy balanced, meals (so you’re not tempted to opt for processed

food or take-out). Limit your purchases of packaged, ready-to-eat snacks, such as chips and cookies, which are often high in fat and calories and low in nutrients.

Have a good laugh. Laughter provides physical and emotional release, relieves anger and stress, and relaxes the muscles.

Some studies have even suggested that laughter strengthens the immune system.

More good reasons to lighten up!

Be a good role model. Let children see you enjoying fruits, vegetables and other healthy foods. Take family walks, play active games as a family, go grocery shopping and cook together. Take care of your heart, too!

From Nemours Health and Prevention Services Nemours Health and Prevention Services (NHPS), a non-profit organization based in Newark, Delaware, works with families and communities to help children grow up healthy. Its goal is to develop programs and contribute knowledge that will enhance child health promotion efforts in Delaware and will eventually have value for children nationally. More at www.GrowUpHealthy.org.

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It is important to be aware of drug interactions

By Anthony Policastro, M.D

There have been a lot of reports about the death of actor Heath Ledger the last few weeks. The story about a multiple-drug overdose may sound unusual but it is not.

We heard the same thing about Elvis Presley years ago. It is likely that the same thing happened to Marilyn Monroe.

What many people do not realize is that the side effects of some drugs add together. We see this in the hospital frequently. Patients may be on several drugs.

The drugs may have similar side effects. We then see those side effects add up. They cause the side effect to be more obvious.

The best example of this is related to depressed breathing.

There are many drugs that slow down breathing. When taken in combination, they can actually cause breathing to stop.

When we have people in the hospital taking morphine for pain, we have to carefully watch their breathing. The main cause of death from heroin overdose is stoppage of breathing. Thus opiate pain medication interferes with breathing.

It does so in a significant way.

Heath Ledger had taken two of these often taken with pain medication. pain relievers.

Heath Ledger had no evidence of musOne of them had a brand name of cle relaxants in his blood stream. oxycontin. The othSome people er brand name was take antihistamines The main cause of death from to help them sleep.

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Benadryl. of breathing. Thus opiate A second group Another example pain medication interferes of drugs that cause is a drug called breathing to be deHeath with breathing. It does so in a Unisom. pressed are tranquilLedger had taken izers. There are two significant way Unisom. While groups of tranquilizthese drugs do not ers. The major tranusually cause much quilizers are usually only used on psy- depression of breathing, the effects chiatric patients. They are given by in- still add up. jection.

The bottom line is that there were The minor tranquilizers are comsix drugs in Heath Ledger’s system monly prescribed. They include drugs that could cause breathing problems. like Valium and Xanax. Heath Ledger had taken both of those drugs.

A third group of drugs is used to promote sleep. Patients with insomnia take them.

One of the more common drugs for this is called Restoril. Heath Ledger had taken this medication for sleep.

Another group of drugs that can depress respiration is the ones used for muscle relaxation.

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In his case, he probably took the drug to help him sleep. Once he went to sleep his breathing stopped.

All of the drugs except Unisom were prescribed drugs. Unisom is an over the counter preparation. We should all be aware of the fact that even if drugs are in different categories, they can still have similar side effects. Before we mix drugs, we should make sure we know how they interact.

I often have patients ask me if there is a problem taking Ritalin with other drugs.

There is usually no interaction, but it is a good question to ask. Asking about drug interactions can never be a bad thing.

We should all be conscious of the need to do so.

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Community Bulletin Board Events Chocolate month

In honor of chocolate month, the Greenwood Public Library will be holding a chocolate lovers’ night on Thursday, Feb. 21, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The highlight of the evening will be a special presentation by Mary Sears of Sweet Serenity Chocolates of Seaford. Free samples of her wares will be available, and the winner of the best chocolate dessert contest will receive a box of her delectable delights! The Greenwood Library is located on Market Street in Greenwood, just east of the railroad tracks. The program is free and open to all. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

For further information contact: Robin Miller, at 349-5309.

Delaware Tech 50+ activities

Seniors, become involved in social and fitness activities offered by the Adult Plus+ program at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus, Georgetown. On Feb. 20, enhance your creativity with games, puzzles, activities, and enjoy a great lunch by participating in adult plus+ lunch bunch – brainpower.

Learn new ways to prepare clams and oysters in “Succulent Shellfish” on Feb. 20.

If you enjoy reading, attend the reading club every month from 1 to 3 p.m. starting Feb. 21.

Web Savvy...is a possibility on Feb. 23 is for those who are new to the Internet or want to learn more.

Planning to get in shape or lose weight this year? Adult plus+ has courses that can help. “Diets Don’t Work”, part 1, from Feb. 18 to March 10, focuses on the underlying causes of overeating.

On Feb. 19, begin to learn the basics of safety, stable management, and equestrian skills in “Horseback Riding” at a Seaford site. Build cardiovascular endurance and muscle tone with the senior circuit program beginning Feb. 19.

For complete information about activities or to become a member of the Adult Plus+ program at Delaware Tech, call 302-856-5618.

Italian genealogy presentation

On Feb. 16, the Sussex County Genealogical Society presents Mark Manno, the State Extension Educator for the Delaware Cooperative Extension Service at the University of Delaware. He is very committed to furthering the 4-H genealogy program.

Mr. Manno is a native Delawarean whose Italian family arrived here between 1880 and 1916. All are welcome. Join us as he tells how his research has answered questions about his Italian heritage. The meeting begins at 10:30 a.m. in the upstairs meeting room of the Rehoboth Beach Public Library.

Greenwood Library Tax-Aide

AARP Tax-Aide tax preparers will be available at Greenwood Public Library to conduct free tax preparation and e-filing for all taxpayers of all ages.

They will be at Greenwood Public Li-

brary from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. on the following Wednesdays, Feb. 13, 27, March 12, 26 and April 9. Anyone interested must call to schedule an appointment.

This program is open to the public at no charge.

Those taking advantage of this free service need to bring all pertinent documentation for their 2007 tax return, a copy of their 2006 tax return and social security cards, for all listed on the return to their scheduled appointment. If filing jointly with a spouse and e-filing is desired that day, the spouse must be present to sign the return.

To make an appointment or for more information, call the Greenwood Public Library at 349-5309. The Greenwood Public Library is located on the corner of Market Street (DE Route 16) and Mill Street, just east of the railroad tracks, Greenwood.

Seaford Lions Club’s basket bingo

The Seaford Lions Club will hold a Longaberger basket bingo on Thursday, Feb. 28, starting at 7 p.m. at the Seaford Moose, located on Rt. 13A in Seaford.

The evening will consist of 20 games and will feature several baskets including the collectors club membership basket, American crafts traditions medium market basket and oval bowl basket as prizes.

Advance tickets are $20 per person, $25 at the door. Advance ticket includes a chance to win the large hamper, 10” American work basket or one of the several door prizes. Nearly 30 chances to win. Refreshments will be available. For ticket information contact any Seaford Lions member, or call at 629-8685.

Seaford Lions Club variety show

The Seaford Lions Club 69th annual variety show, “Signs of the Times”, will be held on March 13, 14, and 15 at 7:30 p.m. at the Seaford High School auditorium. Tickets are $7 in advance and $9 at the door. Tickets are available at Penco, Home Team Realty, and Wilmington Trust (Stein Highway, Seaford). For more information, call 629-4179.

Bridgeville election

The town of Bridgeville commission election will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2008, in the Town Hall, 101 North Main St., between the hours of noon and 7 p.m. Registered voters will receive notification of their voting district by mail.

Every resident of the town who is 18 years of age shall have one vote, provided he/she has registered on the “Books of Registered Voters” of the town of Bridgeville. A person may register at the Town Hall during regular office hours by completing such forms as provided by the town. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Delaware horse expo

Saturday, March 15, Delaware Horse Expo at the Delaware State Fairgrounds, Harrington, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Information, education, entertainment, shopping. Admission $5, children 12 and under admitted free. For information, call 398-4630, ext. 110, or visit www.DelawareHorseExpo.com.

Free tax assistance

AARP-Tax Aide is offering free tax counseling and preparation through April 15 for senior and low-income taxpayers of all ages. AARP-Tax Aide volunteers, trained in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service, will assist with personal tax returns at the following locations: • Nanticoke Senior Center, 310 Virginia Ave., Seaford, 629-4939.

• Seaford Public Library, 402 N. Porter St., Seaford, 629-2524.

• Greenwood Public Library, Market and Mill streets, Greenwood, 349-5309.

• Bridgeville Public Library, Market and Laws streets, Bridgeville, 337-7401.

• Laurel Public Library, 101 E. 4th St., Laurel, 875-3184.

• Delmar Public Library, 101 North BiState Boulevard, Delmar, 846-9894.

Evening appointments are available at

the Seaford Library, all other locations are daytime appointments. Call for an appointment. Service is also available for homebound individuals.

Babies and toddlers ‘stay & play’

The ‘Parents As Teachers’ (PAT) stay & play - parents and children (birth to age four) are invited to play together, listen to a story, learn new songs and finger plays, and network with other families. Free. No registration required. Sessions are Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Seaford Dept. of Parks & Recreation (SDPR), 320 Virginia Ave., Seaford. Parent educator, Cris Henderson. Call Anna Scovell at 856-5239 for more information.

Fitness classes

Fitness classes will be held Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9 a.m., Tuesdays

Basket Bingo EXTRAVAGANZA

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Saturday, March 8 Doors open at 11 am & Session One begins at 1 pm (Pizza will be available to purchase for lunch)

Session two begins after dinner (intermission)

Over $15,000 Worth of Longaberger Prizes!

Baskets are filled with Longaberger & Vera Bradley Purses & Items

Pulled Tab Games - Chance to win Longaberger Coffee Tables, Tall Baker’s Unit and Baskets will be played! COME EARLY! Tickets are $55 each which includes: One book of 20 reg. games for session one - One book of 20 reg. games for session two.

One free catered dinner at Intermission. Beef and dumplings and Baked Chicken Special book of 5 games: $5 per book (per session) 2 Jackpot Games - $1 per sheet. Extra books (reg. games) will be available to purchase

Raffle Items and Silent Auction Items Large Rectangle Storage Basket Set, Large Crock Basket, Oval Bowl Basket Set, Library Basket Set, Large Desktop Basket Set, JW Longaberger Heritage Series Set, Large Serving Basket Set, , Newspaper Basket Set, Large Easter Basket Set, Large Serving Basket Set, and Many, Many More.

To Purchase Tickets Contact Ronnie: 410-725-7450 Nancy: 443-235-4463 or 410-896-3722 Sorry, but we are unable to accept reservations without a prepaid ticket. All tickets will be available for presale; any remaining tickets, if any, will be available at the door on the day of the event for $60.

Everyone in the building must have an admission ticket, including all children. Tickets are non-refundable. Tickets are only sold for both sessions; you cannot buy a ticket for only one session. Age 18 or older to play bingo (MD Law)

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MORNING STAR • FEBRUARY 14 - 20, 2008 and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. A seven week session will start the week of Feb. 25 & 26 and meet in St. John’s UMC Fellowship Hall in Seaford. Beginners to intermediate participants are welcome to try a free class to see if it meets your needs. Classes are co-ed and non-competitive. For more information or to register call AFAA certified fitness professional Carol Lynch at 629-7539.

Georgetown Library events

Hometown pictures has returned to the Georgetown Public Library. The exhibit will be open to the public during the normal hours of the library in the conference room. For more information call the library at 856-7958.

The Georgetown Public Library will hold story time at 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday morning with Miss Sherri. For more information call the library 856-7958. The library is sponsoring popcorn and a movie on the first Friday of every month.

Library learning journeys

On Thursday, Feb. 28, at 6:30 p.m. at the Greenwood Public Library, representatives from the Delaware Division of Libraries will present the Delaware Library Learning Journeys program; a library reading and learning adventure designed to support you on your own personal reading and learning path. All who attend will receive a copy of Between the Lines, the Delaware Library Learning Journal, along with instruction and helpful hints on how to best utilize it. Discover how the journal will help you keep track of what you’ve read, remember meaningful quotes, plan your future reading, customize your exploration of interesting topics and more. Light refreshments will also be served.

The program is free and open to all teens and adults. To register, call 349-5309 or come by the front desk at the Greenwood Library. The Greenwood Library is located on Market Street in Greenwood, just east of the railroad tracks.

Casino night

Laurel American Legion Post #19 on Rt. 24 will hold a casino night on Friday, Feb. 29, from7 p.m.-1 a.m. Admission is $5 and includes beer, soda, food, snacks, door prizes and fun. The public is invited.

Must be over 21.

Dempsey, Miss Delaware 2007. Doors open at 6 p.m. and games begin and 7 p.m.

Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. For advance tickets call 934-9797.

Lions Club variety show

The Bridgeville Lions Club proudly presents their 55th Annual Variety Show, “Take Me Out To The Ball Game,” on Friday and Saturday, March 7 and 8, at the Woodbridge High School Auditorium, Laws Street, Bridgeville.

Show time is 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $6 each and are available from any Bridgeville Lions Club member or at the door. Join us for an evening of family entertainment.

Preschoolers story time

Parents, caregivers and children ages two to five are invited to enjoy stories, songs, poetry, art, science, math, music and fun at the Laurel Public Library’s preschool story time.

Story time is held every Tuesday morning at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call the Laurel Public Library at 875-3184.

Veteran benefits

Laurie White of the Veteran Services will be at the CHEER Community Center on the first Tuesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. until noon to answer questions on Veteran benefits.

This service is free to all Veterans of any era and there is no appointment necessary. The CHEER Community Center is located at Rt. 9 and Sand Hill Road, Georgetown. For further information call the community center at 302-854-9500.

Tax preparation

The CHEER Community Center located at Rt. 9 and Sand Hill Road, Georgetown is scheduling appointments to have your taxes done. Appointments can be made from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Bring the following information with you when coming to your appointment: last year’s return, W-2, social security cards or individual tax identification and a valid photo ID. For further information call the center at 302-854-9500.

Craft show

Nanticoke Little League will hold a Longaberger basket bingo on Tuesday, March 4, starting at 7 p.m. at the Seaford Moose, located on Rt. 13A in Seaford. The evening will consist of 20 games and will feature several baskets including the medium wash day and large hamper as prizes.

Many baskets also include liners and protectors. Advance tickets are $20 per person, $25 at the door. Nearly 30 chances to win. Refreshments will be available. For ticket information contact any Nanticoke Little League member, or call at 875-2947.

The home, garden, family & craft show, presented by the Salisbury Optimist Club, will return to the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center for its 44th year on Friday, Feb. 22, through Sunday, Feb. 24.

Spend the day perusing a variety of displays to gather ideas and learn some valuable tips on how to improve your home this year.

Show hours are Friday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Daily admission is just $4 per person for adults.

Children 12 and under are free. For additional information on the show, or how to become a vendor contact Optimist member Don Fitzgerald at 410-742-0734.

Longaberger basket bingo

CHEER dinner theater

Little League’s basket bingo

A Longaberger Basket Bingo, benefiting the Miss Delaware’s Outstanding Teen Organization, will be held Wednesday, March 5, at the Millsboro Fire Company Banquet Hall. The event will include 20 bingo games with Longaberger baskets as prizes. All baskets will be filled with Easter goodies. The event will also feature a chinese auction with a variety of items, including Vera Bradley. Featured guests will include Chelsea Betts, Miss Delaware’s Outstanding Teen 2007, and Brittany

Join the members and guests of the CHEER Long Neck center for an evening of mystery and delight on Friday, Feb. 29, for their “Murder at Mardi Gras” mystery dinner. The evening will begin at 4:30 p.m., doors are opening, until the mystery is solved.

Cost for the dinner and mystery theater is $10 for members and $12.95 for nonmembers. For more information or tickets call the centers at 945-3551.Tickets are limited please call early to purchase.

AARP safety program course

The Greenwood CHEER Center, located at 12713 Sussex Hwy., in Greenwood, will host a 1-day, 4 hour refresher AARP Driver Safety Program Course on Tuesday, March 4.

This course will be held from 12:304:30 p.m. and the cost is $10 per participant.

Make checks payable to AARP. You must register in advance for this course and must have had the AARP Driver Safety Program course within the last three years to take the refresher course.

Upon compliance of the course, participants will receive a 15 percent deduction on the liability portion of their automobile insurance.

For more information or to register call Susan Welch at 302-349-5237.

Money workshop

Greenwood Public Library will host the Delaware Money School workshop, “Money Management,” on Tuesday, Feb. 19, from 6 to 8 p.m.

This program is open to the public at no charge. The Delaware Money School, sponsored by Delaware State Treasurer’s Office, is a “community-based effort to provide financial education in a hassle-free environment.”

The workshop is designed to focus on current and future financial goals and objectives.

Greenwood Public Library is located on the corner of Market Street (Rt. 16) and Mill Street, just east of the railroad tracks, Greenwood.

Walk-ins welcome.

For information or to register, call, Greenwood Public Library, 302-349-5309

PAGE 21 or Debbie Townsend, 302-537-1836. Online information and registration available at www.delawaremoneyschool.com.

Junior Miss scholarship program

The Delaware’s Junior Miss Scholarship organization is currently seeking contestants for its upcoming state program.

Girls must be high school juniors graduating in 2009.

Delaware’s Junior Miss is a non-profit organization which offers scholarship monies for high school girls.

The winner will represent Delaware at the America’s Junior Miss National Finals in June at Mobile, Ala. There is no entry fee and the application deadline is April 4. Contact the state chairman at 302-373-1575 or 302-8417080 or go to www.ajm.org for an application.

Indoor yard sale

The Ladies Auxiliary of Greenwood Memorial VFW Post #7478, 2 Governors Ave., Greenwood, will sponsor an indoor yard sale at the post on Saturday, Feb. 16.

Participants may rent a table for $10 (20 tables available). Time will be from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Set up starts at 6 a.m.

There will be a bake sale and breakfast sandwiches available as well as some patriotic items sold by the Ladies Auxiliary.

Proceeds will benefit the relief fund.

For more details call president Michaele Russell at 349-4220.

AARP driving course

Laurel Senior Center AARP Driving Course (refresher), Feb. 18, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost $10. To register for the course call 875-2536.

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Turkey hunters education course

The hunter education office is reminding hunters planning to hunt turkeys on state-owned lands during the 2009 turkey season that new regulations require successful completion of Delaware’s mandatory turkey education course before applying for their 2009 season permits.

Each course will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at all locations.

Course dates and locations for are as follows: Saturday, Feb. 23 - University of Delaware Research & Education Center (Old Agricultural Substation) on Route 9 near Georgetown. Sunday, Feb. 24 - Delmar Fire Hall, Bi-State Boulevard and Grove Street, Delmar. Call the Hunter Education Office at 735-3600 to pre-register.

Meetings Democrat Club

The regular monthly meeting of the Sussex County Women’s Democrat Club will meet at 11:30 a.m. on Feb. 21 at the Sussex Pines Country Club, Georgetown.

Dr. William A. Carter will tell his experiences as an officer during WWII and his book Why Me. Lunch will cost $13 per person. For details and reservations, call Thelma Monroe, president 934-9716.

AARP chapter #5340

Georgetown’s AARP Chapter #5340 will meet March 3, at Sussex Pines Country Club in Georgetown with luncheon at noon. Guest speaker is Ginny Taylor Sparks a registered yoga teacher.

Topic will be the benefits of yoga, and chair yoga with a demonstration.

Cost of the lunch is $15 per person.

Call Anita Wright 856-6215 for reservations that are needed by Feb. 26. New members are welcome.

Delaware Equine Council

Monday, Feb 18, 7 p.m.,program/speaker night ...all about therapeutic riding will be held at C-Line Stables, Odessa-directions from US 13 near Odessa, go west onto Pine Tree Road, right onto Harris Rd, look for 3491 Harris Road and sign says C-Line Stables.

For more information, contact Pam at 302-473-6515.

Widowed Persons Service

The Seaford Chapter of the Widowed Persons Service will have its next meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 19, at 12:15 p.m. at the Golden Corral.

The planned guest speaker will be Jessica Collin, Delaware Hospice. All widowed persons of all ages are invited to attend. Come join us.

Coast Guard Auxiliary

Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 12-04 meets the second Thursday of each month at Nanticoke Yacht Club in Blades. Call Wayne Hickman at 629-6337 for details.

Marine Corps League

The Marine Corps League meets the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Log Cabin in Seaford.

Southern chapter of MOAA

The Southern Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) announces the February meeting. The speaker for the Feb. 19 meeting will be RADM Donald Sturtz, USN, Ret. MC who

MORNING STAR • FEBRUARY 14 - 20, 2008 will speak on Aviation Training and Operating Room Safety. The luncheon will be held at LaRosa Negra at 1201 Savannah Road in Lewes, at 11:45 a.m.

The cost of the buffet is $12 including tip. Reservations are not required.

MOAA is a non-profit veterans’ association dedicated to maintaining a strong national defense and to preserving the earned entitlements of members of the uniformed services and their families and survivors.

Membership is open to those who hold or have ever held a warrant or commission in any service to include Public Health Services and NOAA and their surviving spouses. The next meeting will be held March 18.

Cancer support group

The Wellness Community-Delaware is offering a support group for people affected by cancer and their loved ones at the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford.

The group meets at the Cancer Care Center on the second Monday of the month from 4:30 to 6 p.m.

To register for this program or for more information call Kaye or Lori at 645-9150.

All programs at The Wellness Community are free of charge for people affected by cancer and their loved ones.

Trips Philadelphia Flower Show

The Seaford Historical Society is sponsoring a trip to the Philadelphia Flower Show on Wednesday, March 5. The bus will leave from the Sears parking lot at 8 a.m.

The bus will leave Philadelphia at 4 p.m. to return home. The cost of the trip is $55. Call 628-9828 by Wednesday, Jan. 31, for reservations.

Adult Plus+ February trips

Take a day-trip in February with the Adult Plus+ program at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus, Georgetown.

Trips are available to the general public with discounts offered to Adult Plus+ members. Enjoy a great luncheon and afternoon in “Matinee Express” on Feb. 20.

Sign up for “Mummers & Luncheon,” on Feb. 28, to take a guided tour of the Mummers Museum in Philadelphia and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch For more information, or to register for trips, contact Adult Plus+ by calling 302856-5618.

LHS ‘The Music Man’

LHS Performing Arts Department will be performing the ever popular musical, Meredith Willson’s “The Music Man”.

Performances will be Friday and Saturday, February 22 and 23, and Thursday and Friday, Feb. 28 and 29, at 7:30 p.m. and March 1 at 1:30 p.m.

Ticket prices are $7 for adults, and $5 for students and seniors with proper ID. Tickets are available by contacting the Laurel High School Performing Arts Department at 875-6120, or stopping by the High School Office.

Meredith Wilson’s “The Music Man” is presented with permission by Music Theatre International, New York, N.Y.

Organ crawl to Philadelphia

On Saturday, Feb. 16, the Southern Del. Chapter of the American Gild of Organists will visit organs in Philadelphia. The tour

will begin at Wanamaker’s (Macy’s) console and the workshop/Museum/Studio (six floors), followed by a visit to the organ at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church.

The event will conclude with a concert

by Hector Olivera at The Kimmel Center.

For more information, call Jane Locke at 629-8033.

Longaberger bus trip

The Midnight Madness travel team will be heading to Ohio to visit the basket capital of the world - Longaberger on April 1012. Package includes tour of Longaberger’s home office, homestead, factory store and Dresden, Ohio.

Longaberger will be hosting their annual Spring Fling during the trip, which includes numerous vendors and Dash for Baskets.

Each traveling guest will receive a Longaberger basket filled with goodies, door prizes and lodging. Pre-registration required. For additional information call 245-8842 or email RGMorris93@comcast.net.

Sight and sound trip

A bus trip to see ‘Daniel and the Lions’ Den’ at the Millennium Theatre will be on Thursday, April 24. Cost is $92 per person for show and buffet at Hershey Farms Restaurant. Departure will be from St. George’s United Methodist Church parking lot at 6:30 a.m. For more information, call 846-2301 or 875-7645.

Food Spring luncheon

A luncheon will be on Saturday, March 8, at St. George’s United Methodist Church located between Laurel and Delmar, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oyster fritters, homemade chicken salad and hot dogs with homemade soups (cream of crab, vegetable and peas and dumplings).

Also baked goods and crafts for sale.

For more information, call 846-2301.

Fish fry Fridays

Fish dinners each Friday night until March 6, at the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church Hall. Dinner runs from 4:30 until 7 p.m. Adults $7.50 and children $3.50. Includes ‘heart smart’ flounder (or fish sticks), macaroni and cheese, homemade coleslaw, green beans and a roll. Beverage for those eating in. Takeouts are available. Look for the sign in front of the church. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.

Sweetheart banquet

Island of Love Sweetheart Banquet, by Higher Ground Youth Ministry at Centenary United Methodist Church, Poplar and Market streets, Laurel, will be held Friday, Feb. 15, at 6:30 p.m. All-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner. Cost is $20 a couple or $10 per person. Childcare will be provided for a donation. Seating is limited, call 8758106 to reserve a spot. Entertainment will be The Sunshine Boys and Bob Murphy.

Plus dancing with your sweetheart.

Spaghetti dinner & auction

The Bi-State Ruritans will be sponsoring an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner Saturday, Feb. 16, from 4 to 6:30 p.m., at the Melson Church Community Hall, Melson Road and Melson Church Road, east of Delmar. Cost is $8 per person for spaghetti, salad, bread, iced tea and coffee.

Desserts will be available for a nominal fee. A Chinese auction is also planned (bidders do not need to be present to win).

Lincoln Day dinner

The Sussex County Republican Women’s Club and Eastern Sussex Republican Club will co-host the Sussex Lincoln Day Dinner on President’s Day, Monday, Feb. 18, at the Atlantic Sands Hotel & Convention Center, Rehoboth, from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Speaker: Councilman Vance Phillips; MC: Judge Bill Lee. $45/person;$80/couple; table of 10 $500. Reservations with payment please.

Checks payable to ESRC, mail to: Treasurer, 32046 River Road, Millsboro, DE 19966. To request tickets and to RSVP, call Mary Spicer at 645-7767.

Oyster sandwich day

Oyster sandwich day will be held Feb. 16, from 11 a.m to 2 p.m., at Hope Lodge 4, Laurel, 102 West 6th St. The Eastern Star will have bake goods for sale.

Spaghetti dinner

Enjoy a spaghetti Dinner at Camelot Hall (next to St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church on State Street, in Delmar, Del.) on Saturday, Feb. 16, 4-7 p.m.

Cost is adults $7; children ages 4-12, $5; children age 3 and under are free. Carry outs are $8. Ticket information, call 8469501; St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church, 101 - 5 E. State St., Delmar, DE 19940. All proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity.

Chicken & dumpling dinner

The Women of the Woodland United Methodist Church will serve a chicken and dumpling dinner on Saturday, Feb. 16, at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Cost is adults, $8; children 6-12 years, $4; 5 years and under are free. Woodland Church is located 45 miles west of Seaford next to the Woodland Ferry house. No carry-outs.

For additional information call 629-5404 or 629-4662.

Beef & dumpling dinner

A beef & dumpling dinner will be held Feb. 23, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Delmar Fire House. Advance tickets only. Adults and carry outs, $10; children (12 and under) $5. Proceeds benefit D.F.D. Ladies Auxiliary. For ticket information, call 302846-3314, or 875-2195.

Chicken & dumpling dinner

On Saturday, March 8, from 3-5 p.m., a Chicken and dumpling dinner-fundraiser will be held at Bethel Church Community House, Oak Grove. Dinner includes beverage, roll & dessert.

Carry outs available: $7.50 — your support is always greatly appreciated. For ticket information call Lucy Slacum, 6297117.

Covered dish dinner

On Saturday, March 15, at 6 p.m., a Covered Dish Dinner will be held at Bethel Church Community House, Oak Grove. Karaoke music will be provided for the evening. Call Jerry Butler for details 629-6319.

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Central Avenue crafts and tackle store will be missed Think about it folks, what is the most familiar scene you’ve seen on AT URPHY your trip from Seaford into Laurel down Central Avenue for the last I doubt if anyone worked 11 years or so?

If you are thinking of Kim Litany harder at their busitleton in front of her shop unloadness than Kim and her ing furniture and crafts, watering her plants for sale, or arranging a employees, niece Kristi new display in the front of the Truitt and daughter, Sarah, store, you are thinking along the same lines as I am. A&K Enterpris- to make their place go. es will be closing its Central Avenue location sometime in March Bradleys lost the key and to top it off, and for those of us in Laurel, it’s another their cell phone disappeared, too. After of our small businesses gone; although many hours of searching, the gracious host Littleton and her husband, Alan, will do at the hotel told them that if the key did some things from their home on 7th Street. not show up, the hotel would send them a They say hard work will ensure success, bill for $35. but no more. I doubt if anyone worked any On their way home, Marie was searchharder at their business than Kim and her ing for some toll money at the Chesapeake employees, niece Kristi Truitt and daughBay Bridge-Tunnel when the missing key ter, Sarah, to make their place go. appeared. Ann Marie explained to the When I think of how much Kim gave proud parents that she had put it there “so back to the community, from the fishing no one would find it” — and they didn’t. tournament that she co-sponsored with When they got home, the Bradleys American Legion Post 19 to the many mailed the key back to the hotel. A few things she did for the school and civic days later a package arrived from Florida groups, it saddens me greatly that she is containing the long-missing cell phone. closing her shop. It is a great understateEmployees had found it in the safe. Again, ment to say that she will be missed.

Ann Marie had put it there, you know, for Kim, wherever you land, I hope for the “safe keeping.” To Mike and Marie, I say, best for you and your store will be missed, “Aren’t memories just great!” of that we all are sure!

Super Bowl Sunday is a great eating Do you like numbers? I’m going to day. To illustrate the point, Bargain Bills play with you at this time. In Laurel every- sold more than 600 pizzas that day and beone knows the Baker family, patriarch Eltween Bargain Bills and the Laurel Tastee wood and wife Barbara, and children (well Freez, there were around 10,000 hot wings they were at one time) Judy Evans, Irene or buffalo wings sold. That is not a misBaker and Diane Patchett. A lifetime Lauprint. Think of all those wingless chickens. rel fireman, Elwood still helps with the At Blair Boyce’s New England Patriots auxiliary and company projects. It is with victory party, they ate crow, however. Sorthis in mind that I tell you that among ry, Blair, I won’t tease you again. That litthem, they have sold more than 1,000 tle guy inside me made me do it.

Easter eggs over the last several years. Ask The Laurel Bulldog Baseball team has a for them at Bargain Bill’s and I bet they pretty ambitious 21-game schedule this sell you an Easter egg. Oh yes, they are year. The season starts with a scrimmage great salesmen. game on Friday, March 7, at home against Mardela. Jerry Mears is returning for anMike and Marie Bradley, you know, of other year as baseball coach.

Mike’s Clearance Center fame, recently went with their children to Florida for a There was a pretty good turnout for little vacation time. Their daughter, Ann Marie, age 4 going on 13 it seems, provid- Sunday’s reception to meet the new town ed them a little something to laugh about a manager at the Laurel Town Hall. I sincerely believe that Bill Fasano and his few years from now. Their Holiday Inn wife, Erin, plan to make Laurel their home room had a safe and the Bradleys were and I wish him well in his job as our town given a key to lock and unlock it. The manager.

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I hear that Southern States in Laurel will be moving to a location on Iron Hill Road near Delmar in the next two weeks.

Owner is Jay Davis. Jay also does lawn maintenance.

Well, the hottest issue in Laurel presently is the hiring of a new school district superintendent. It is the talk at most of the coffee shops and just about everywhere you go. At issue is whether the new superintendent should be required to live in the district. I suggest you attend upcoming meetings of the school board or make your thoughts known to any school board member or the committee the school has selected to help with this process. This selection needs to be done so the board’s complete attention can be on the referendum.

To lighten things as we close for the week — From a 1915 list of rules of conduct for district teachers: #3 - You must be home between the hours of 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. unless attending a school function. #10 - you must wear at least two petticoats (this does not apply to you, Rich Gaskill). And finally, #4 - you may not loiter downtown in ice cream stores. We can take that out — there are no downtown ice cream stores in Laurel.

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Did you know that there was a community of perhaps 200 to 300 people in the vicinity of Old Christ Church and the Legion Home at one time? It was called Old Forge, and the forerunner of Mt. Pisgah Church was located in that area as well as a mill, some stores and of course the historic Old Christ Church. The road over Chipman Pond (then I believe it was Houston’s Pond) wound around to the left, past the legion and south to Salisbury and was a main road called Kings Highway.

If you were at the Old Christ Church League dinner Saturday night you learned all this and more as our noted historian, Kendal Jones, once again gave us an excellent presentation. The church is exactly as it was in the pre-Revolutionary period and has withstood close to 250 years of existence.

The old church closed its doors in 1912 and was not maintained until 1952, when Nan Fooks Campbell and others formed Friends of Old Christ Church. In 1966, the group became the Old Christ Church League. There is much renewed interest in that old church and, as it is with everything this old, it constantly needs attention.

A roof and some stain over the peeling red covering are immediate needs. Perhaps you can help in some way monetarily or with your labor.

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Church Bulletins Free community luncheon A free community luncheon (soup and sandwiches) will be held on Feb. 16 at Laurel Baptist Church from noon-2 p.m.

The church is located on the west side of 13A, approximately two miles south of town.

Any questions, call Shirley at 8752314 or 875-7998.

Trinity UMC hosts O’Day Family On Sunday, Feb. 17, Trinity United Methodist Church will be welcoming the O’Day Family from Georgetown for an evening of music.

A dinner will be served beginning at 5 p.m. with the concert starting at 6:30 p.m.

There is no charge for the dinner. A love offering will be taken.

Come out and enjoy this special evening of food and music.

For more information, call 875-7715.

Hymn Sing Laurel Baptist Church will be having a Hymn Sing on Feb. 23 at 7 p.m. ‘The Revived’ will be praising the Lord in song.

The church is located on the west side of 13 A, approximately two miles south of town. Any questions, call Shirley at 8752314 or 875-7998.

Take My Hand Ministry The Mary and Martha Tea Room, a program of Take My Hand Ministry, Inc., meets on the third Wednesday of every month from 2-4 p.m. at 102 Maryland

Ave. in Greenwood. A light lunch is served, and a guest speaker teaches and ministers.

Love INC seeks leader Love INC (In the Name of Christ) of Mid-Delmarva, a network of interdenominational churches providing help for the needy, seeks a dedicated volunteer to act as chair to recruit committee members, oversee the affiliation process already in progress, conduct committee meetings, and act as main contact for Love INC national headquarters.

Call the Rev. Constance Hastings at 629-9466, ext. 121, for information.

Take-outs are available. Look for the sign in front of the church.

Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.

Seaford Ministerium services

Homemade Easter eggs by Christ Lutheran Church, 315 N. Shipley Street, Seaford. First ever, still the best on the shore.

Peanut butter, butter cream and coconut cream. Please order by March 16.

Pick up March 19. Cost is $3.00 each.

To order please call 629-9751 or 6299755.

This is to notify persons that there is a correction to the listing of churches sponsoring the Lenten Services and Lunches.

The corrected schedule is as follows: Lenten services sponsored by the Greater Seaford Ministerium began on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 6, at Seaford Presbyterian Church.

Services begin at noon at rotating designated churches and will be followed by a light lunch.

The schedule of churches is as follows: Feb. 20 - Gethsemene United Methodist Church Feb. 27 - Atlanta Road Alliance Church March 5 - Mount Olivet United Methodist Church March 12 - Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church.

Fish fry Fridays through Lent

All Saints’ Lenten programs

Fish dinners each Friday night from Feb. 8 until March 6, at the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church Hall.

Dinner runs from 4:30 until 7 p.m.

Adults $7.50 and children $3.50. Includes “heart smart” flounder (or fish sticks), macaroni and cheese, homemade coleslaw, green beans and a roll.

Beverage for those eating in.

All Saints’ Episcopal Church Lenten Programs will be held on Wednesdays of Lent.

Litany will be at 6:15 p.m., followed by nourishing soup dinner and a short, informal program.

Bring a friend and enjoy the fellowship. Program ends at 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 20 - “The Middle Ages” from AD

Homemade Easter eggs

410 to AD 1483.

Feb. 27 - “The Reformation” from AD 1483 to AD 1564.

March 5 - “Age of Reason and Piety” AD 1543 to AD 1738.

March 12 - “New World Christianity” AD 1492 to AD 1770.

Drama and dessert The Covenant Players, a professional touring drama group, will perform at the Atlanta Road Alliance Church on Sunday, Feb. 17, in the gym/fellowship hall.

Dessert will be served at 6:30 p.m. followed by the performance.

This event is free. The Covenant Players utilize dramatic plays that touch the heart, the mind and the soul.

For more information, or to R.S.V.P., please call 629-5600.

The Atlanta Road Alliance Church is located at 22625 Atlanta Road, 1-1/2 miles north of Stein Highway in Seaford.

Delaware Pro-Life Convention The Delaware Pro-Life Coalition will hold its 21st annual convention on Saturday, March 8, at the Holiday Inn Select in Claymont.

This day-long event includes five nationally-renowned speakers.

The costs for the event are as follows: $45 for learning sessions only; $35 for banquet only; and $70 for learning sessions and banquet.

For further information or registration call Joanne Laird at 302-479-5613 or visit www.delawareprolife.org.

DIRECTORY: Your Guide To Local Houses of Worship TRINITY UNITED METHODIST Trap Pond, CHURCH NearLaurel, Del. 875-7715 Sun. School 9:00 a.m.

Worship 10:00 a.m.

Pastor Julie A. Lewis

“A caring church, a giving church, a sharing church; showing love, warmth and friendship to all.”

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SUNDAY WORSHIP 8:30 & 11:15 am Traditional 9:45 Sunday School 9:50 am Contemporary

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Sunday School, Classes for ALL ages, 9:45 a.m.

Every Traditional Family Worship, 11:00 a.m.

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Rev. John W. Van Tine, Pastor, 875-3983 200 W. Market St., Laurel, Del.

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1010 S. Central Ave., Laurel Phone: 875-7748 Donny Weimar, Minister Worship Services: Sunday 10 a.m. 6:00 p.m.

Bible Study: Sun. 9:00 a.m.; Wed. 7:00 p.m.

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Youth Group Wednesday 7:00 pm

Worship 10:45 a.m. • Sun. School 9:45 a.m.

Wed. Night 7:00 p.m. • Sun. Night 7:00 p.m.

Located on Camp Road between the Dual & Alt. 13 For info call: 629-3674 or 875-2915 Sr. Pastor Roland Tice

HARVEST CHRISTIAN CHURCH “Heart Felt Praise” Relevant Bible Teaching Children’s Ministry Midweek Bible Study Tom Birowski, Pastor Seaford, Del. • 628-7771

St. Philip’s Episcopal Church & Old Christ Church

“A Place to Belong”

600 S. Central Ave., Laurel, DE 19956 (302) 875-3644 Rev. Rita B. Nelson, Rector www.dioceseofdelaware.net/churches/stphlps.html Holy Eucharist with Healing and Church School ~ Sunday @ 9:30 am

SUNDAY WEDNESDAY Underground Family Worship (7-12 grade) 6:15 p.m.

10:45 a.m.

7:00 p.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Prayer Team ‘The Table’ God’s Big Back Yard (last Wed. of mo) 7:00 p.m.

9:30 a.m.

94 Walnut St. Laurel, DE 19956

875-7873

Centrally located at 14511 Sycamore Rd., Laurel, DE 19956 Sunday School - 9 a.m.; Worship Service - 10:30 a.m.

FasTrak Children’s Ministry - 10:30 a.m.; E318 Youth - 6 p.m.

Wednesday Midweek Services - 7 p.m.

For info, call 875.7995 or visit www.centralworshipcenter.org

St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Road 68, South of Laurel Laurel, Del.

Sun. School 10 a.m. • Worship 9 & 11 a.m.

Wed. Night Bible Study 7 p.m.

Hymn Sing: Last Sunday Each Month - 7 p.m. www.StPaulsUMCLaurelDE.org

Pastor - Donald Murray - 856-6107

Christian Church of Seaford Dual 13N., Seaford, DE • 629-6298 Minister: John Herbst SCHEDULE OF SERVICES Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.

Morning Worship 10:30 Wed. Night Service & (Nursery & Jr. Church) Youth Groups 7:00 p.m.

A Firm Foundation • A Sure Hope • An Unending Love

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The value of conversation By the Rev. Todd K. Crofford Laurel Wesleyan Church

PASTOR’S PERSPECTIVE

Everything else Quick, think of something valuable. must get done, and What comes to mind? An any personal ounce of gold- over $800.00. A diamond ring- in the thousands. A interaction takes new sports car- you name it. place if anything is I’m also thinking of some very left over. valuable things, though most of them have little to do with market sat at the hospital bedside of an older value. There are many things that we gentleman the other day and he shared should value more than we do. For the with me some of the life lessons he had next few weeks, I thought I’d name a learned along the way. few and see if you agree.

He told me he had long ago learned The first valuable thing that comes to not to judge another person too quickly. mind is really quite basic, but it is a rapHe said to me, “You can’t judge a idly disappearing commodity- a face-toperson’s heart by the cover.” We both face talk. In an age of cell phones, laughed at his mangled proverb, but I emails, and now the ever-popular text knew he was exactly right. Timeless message, it seems the pleasant conversawisdom comes through such conversation is becoming an endangered species. tions. Try as you may, you can’t replicate Apparently, we are just too busy. One that through text messaging. thing I have observed over time is that Personal conversations also remind us the busiest people in the world suddenly that life is really about people. have time to talk when sickness strikes We can fixate on bank accounts, polittheir life. Who appreciates a good visit ical opinions and the latest sporting more than a person who is shut in, or a craze, but the real fabric of life is relapatient in the hospital?

Have you ever met a person who once tionship.

I don’t know of any truly great relareveled in freedom, but suddenly finds tionship that is ever developed without a himself without the permission to drive face-to-face rapport. because of seizures? Suddenly that man Many a misunderstanding has exults in someone stopping by to spend emerged because two persons didn’t sit some time talking. down and talk. Many problems are reThe strange thing about a personal solved by an honest heart-to-heart convisit is we too often put it at the bottom versation. of the list of priorities.

These are just a few of the benefits Everything else must get done, and that looking into someone’s eyes and personal interaction takes place if anytaking the time to talk bring. thing is left over. Such busyness which Undoubtedly you can think of more, permeates our culture is making us paubut the challenging part is not in knowpers indeed. ing its true, it is putting this knowledge There are a wealth of things that havinto action. ing such conversations add to our life. I

Celebrate Recovery Celebrate Recovery, a step program which claims Jesus Christ as its Higher Power, is meeting at St. John’s United Methodist Church, Pine and Poplar Streets, on Tuesday evenings from 7-9

p.m. This program is open to all persons who wish to turn over their hurts, habits, and hang-ups to God such that they may be healed.

For more information, call Rev. Constance Hastings, 629-9466, or Robert Spadaccini, 841-1720.

New Release ‘A Box of Memories’ on Sale Tony Windsor

A Box of Memories

Tony Windsor’s brand new CD compilation, “A Box of Memories” is on sale now.

This 17-song CD features performances of songs including, “Only Make Believe,” “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” and the gospel classic, “In the Garden.”

Get your copy at the Seaford Star office for only $5.00.

Call: 302-236-9886

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 543 N. BRADFORD ST., SEAFORD, DEL. • 629-7161

Rev. Michael A. Hopkins, Pastor WEDNESDAY SUNDAY Sunday School......9:45 a.m. Prayer & Praise 7:00 p.m.

Worship...............11:00 a.m. Patch Club (kids) 7:00 p.m.

Eve. Worship........7:00 p.m. Youth Group 6:00-8 p.m.

Messiah’s Vineyard Church Located at Tyndall’s Furniture Plaza on Discountland Rd & Rt. 13, Laurel 302-875-4646 PO BOX 60, LAUREL, DE 19956

PRE-SCHOOL - 12TH GRADE - Office 629-7161 Quality Traditional Education Since 1973 Fully Accredited By Middle States in ACSI

Dr. Carl G Vincent, Senior Minister Pastor Barry B. Dukes, Music Minister Sunday 9:30 am Wednesday 7:00 pm Children’s Church • Nursery

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

OUR LADY OF LOURDES CHURCH

SEAFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

A Cooperative S.B.C. Church 805 Atlanta Rd., Seaford, DE

302-629-8434 • www.graceseaford.org Sunday School 9:30 am Worship 10:45 am & 6:30 pm Children’s Church 10:45 am SPANISH Worship 10:45 am Wednesday Activities 7 pm Pastor: Homer McKeithan Youth Minister: James Hollis Music: Jim Burket “The Cross Is Grounded In Grace”

27225 Kaye Road Laurel, DE 19956 Ph: (302) 875-7814

www.thelighthouselaurel.org Timothy P. Jones, Pastor Sunday Family Worship - 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday Family Ministries - 7:00 p.m.

“Shining His Light”

VICTORY TABERNACLE CHURCH OF GOD

SUNDAY WORSHIP

11 AM and 6 PM ~ Sunday School 9:45 AM

WEDNESDAY NIGHT Ministry for the whole family 7 PM

Pastor Stacey Johnson 28261 Seaford Rd., Laurel, 2 miles N. of Laurel on Alt. 13

302-877-0443

The Atlanta Road Alliance Church 22625 Atlanta Rd., Seaford, DE (302) 629-5600 • www.atlantaroadcma.org Rev. Edward J. Laremore, Sr. Pastor David A. Krilov, Associate Pastor SUNDAY WEDNESDAY 8:30 Worship 6:45 Pioneer Clubs (age 3 9:45 Sunday School thru grade 6) & Divorce Care® 11:00 Worship/Kids Church 7:00 Prayer Service & Youth 7:00 Evening Service Group (grades 7-12)

COKESBURY CHURCH All Welcome Where Love Abides -- John 3:16

The Church by the Side of the Road 15092 Cokesbury Rd, Georgetown, DE (302) 629-5222 • www.cokesburywc.org Pastor Harold Carmean & Congregation Sunday School 9 am Contemporary Church Service 10 am

Mount Olivet United Methodist Church Serving Christ in the Heart of Seaford since 1830 315 High St. • Seaford, DE

Sunday Services: Informal Worship in Chapel 8:30 a.m.

Traditional Worship 11:00 a.m. Sanctuary 9:45 Sunday School Pastor: Rev. Thomas Gross • 302-629-4458 PROFESSIONAL NURSERY CARE PROVIDED

Laurel Wesleyan Church Rt. 13A, Just North of Laurel Sunday School - 9:30 Worship - 9:00 & 10:45 Sunday Evening Worship Wed. Youth Ministries 6:30 p.m.

Thurs. WKID, The Zone Children’s Ministries 6:30 Church 875-5380 • Sr. Pastor Todd Crofford Assistant Pastor Ken Deusa Asst. Pastor/Youth: Sue Boyce Children’s Pastor: Marilyn Searcey

532 Stein Hwy., Seaford, DE 19973 Redemptorist Fathers • 629-3591

MASSES: SUNDAY: Sat. Eve. - Vigil 5:30 p.m.; Spanish 7:30 p.m.

Sunday - 7 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 11 a.m.

DAILY: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 9 a.m.

Wed. 9 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.; First Sat. 9 a.m.

HOLY DAYS: Eve. 7:30 p.m.; 9 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.

NOVENA DEVOTIONS: Wed. 9 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.

CONFESSION: Sat. 4:30 p.m.

“The Pickle Church” CHRIST THE CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH PICKLE MINISTRIES OUTREACH & CORNERSTONE NOTE MUSIC MINISTRY Corner of Bethel Rd. & Alt. 13 • 302-875-8150 Worship Svce 10 a.m. - Rev. Rick Elzey Church School & Jr. Church 10 a.m. - Pastor Doris Whaley Wings of Prayer Tues. 7 p.m.

Exploring God’s Word, Wed. 7 p.m.

Thank You to the churches that sponsor these pages.

Your contribution makes it possible for the “Good News” to be published each week.

Sailor’s Bethel United Methodist Church Bethel, DE Pastor Arthur Smith III Sunday School - 10 am Worship - 11:15 am Nursery Provided office 875-3628

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church 629-7979 Holy Eucharist: 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School & Adult Forum: 10:30 a.m.

Thurs. Eve. Service: 6 p.m.

Front & King St., Seaford, DE

The Rev’d. Jeanne W. Kirby-Coladonato, Rector

Seaford Church of Christ Acapella

(Rm. 16:16)

N. Dual 13, P.O. Box 783, Seaford, DE 19973 302-629-6206 Evangelist - Anthony Melakian - 629-3633 Elder - Don Birch - 629-8949 Elder - Ron Russell - 629-6033 Sunday School 10a.m.

Sun. Worship 11 a.m., Sun. Evening 6 p.m Wed. Evenings 7 p.m.

Live For God, Love Each Other, Light The World

A Gathering Of Faith Come together under Christ’s roof and share together in his love.

Attend Church this Sunday

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Obituaries H. Alvin Steele, 93

H. Alvin Steele of Seaford died Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2008 at LifeCare at Lofland Park in Seaford.

Born in Easton, Pa., a son of George A. and Edith Steele, he was a manager at the Delaware Cooperative in Greenwood, before retiring. Prior to that, he was manager of the former A & P store in Seaford.

He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Seaford, a 50-year member of Gethsemane Lodge AF&AM, Reliance, a member of the Lionel Train Collectors Club of America; and he owned and operated Al’s Train and Hobby Shop.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Winona Jones Steele in 2007; and his first wife Mazie Hastings Steele in 1975.

Services were held Sunday, Feb. 10, at Watson-Yates Funeral Home, Seaford, where friends called prior to the services.

Pastor John R. Hancock officiated. Burial was in St. Stephen’s Cemetery, Delmar.

Ruth M. Hitchens, 89

Ruth M. Hitchens of Laurel passed away peacefully at home on Feb. 4, 2008.

She was a daughter of Frederick B. and Hattie Ann (Cannon) Joseph, who predeceased her.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Alvin J. Hitchens who passed away on Dec. 16, 2007; her brothers, Harley, Martin, and Norman Joseph, and a sister, Senara Phillips.

Graduating from Laurel High School in 1936, Ruth and Alvin worked side by side on their farm for more than 60 years. She will be remembered for the love she had for her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and the memories of her delicious iced tea, homemade ice cream, and her secrets of canning and preserving skills.

She is survived by her sons, Roland Hitchens and his wife Joan of Georgetown; Marvin Hitchens and his wife Jean Ellen of Laurel; her daughters, Phyllis Layton and her husband Byard of Seaford; Doris Dukes and her companion Bill Mewshaw of Frankford, and Linda Wintjen and her husband Gary of Laurel; 12 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

The family would like to pay a special

Obituaries are run without charge thanks to the support of area churches

Thank You to her caregivers Barbara Carter and Gloria West for the excellent care they gave to their mother.

A funeral service was held Saturday, Feb. 9, at the Trinity United Methodist Church, near Laurel, where friends called prior to the service.

Interment followed at the Odd Fellows Cemetery, Laurel.

The family suggests contributions to Delaware Hospice, Southern Division, 20167 Office Circle, Georgetown, DE 19947; or the Trinity United Methodist Church, 17249 Phillips Hill Road, Laurel, DE 19956.

Arrangements were handled by Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro.

Letters of condolence may be emailed via watsonfh.com or delmarvaobits.com

Col. Robert Pryde Johnson, 82

Robert Johnson of Estes Park, died Friday, Jan. 25, 2008 in Prospect Park Living Center, as a result of complications from Parkinson's Disease.

He was born on March 5, 1925 in Endicot, N.Y., a son of J. Newell and Agnes Pryde Johnson who predeceased him.

When he was young, his family moved to Delmar.

After graduation from Delmar High School, Robert enlisted immediately in the United States Army Air Corps.

He married Louise Sebelik in San Antonio, Texas on Oct. 28, 1951.

Robert later returned to Washington, D.C. where he received his Master's degree in Business Administration in February 1963.

He retired in 1972 from the U.S. Air Force. Robert was a member of Rotary International, Toastmasters Club, the St. Petersburg chapter of the United States Power Squad, and was a Ham radio operator.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Wesley G. Johnson; two sisters, Lois Ann Johnson and Nancy Johnson Fitzhugh.

He is survived by his wife, Louise Johnson of Estes Park, Colo.; a niece, Lois Heflin and a great niece, Amanda Jones, both of Delmar; and many other nieces and nephews spread throughout the country.

A memorial service was held on Friday, Feb. 1, at the Good Samaritan Village,

where he and his wife resided.

He received full military honors.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 1302 Graves Ave., Estes Park, CO 80517.

Robert Ernest Powell, Jr., 65

Robert Ernest Powell, Jr., “Bobby,” of Seaford, died Saturday, Feb. 9, 2008 at Genesis Elder Care in Seaford.

Born Oct. 9. 1942, in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., the son of Robert E. Sr. and Gladys Bryan Powell.

He worked on the assembly line at Kent Sussex Industries in Milford.

He is survived by two sisters, Linda Lee Davis and husband Merrill of Dunnellon, Fla., and Penny D. Milligan and husband Van of Seaford; two nieces, Ilene Hearn and husband Sam of Laurel, and Diane Turner of Ocean View; two nephews, Michael Milligan and wife Dawn of Bridgeville, and Brent Milligan and wife Corinna of Seaford; two uncles, Irvine Powell of Hockessin, and Jack Bryan of Newark; and great nieces and nephews.

A memorial graveside service is Thursday, Feb. 14, at 11 a.m. in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Seaford.

Donations may be made in Bobby's memory, to Kent/Sussex Industries, 301 North Rehoboth Boulevard. Milford, DE 19963. Arrangements were by WatsonYates Funeral Home, Seaford.

Kendall R. Morgan, 90 Kendall R. Morgan of Delmar passed away on Feb. 10, 2008 at Peninsula Re-

Union United Methodist Church 2 North Laws St., Bridgeville, DE 19933 Across from Bank 337-7409 Handicap Friendly WORSHIP TIMES:

9 am Contemporary Service 10 am Sunday School 11 am Traditional Worship Youth Group (Sun. 6 p.m.)

gional Medical Center in Salisbury.

Formerly of Seaford, he was a son of Henry and Alice Morgan.

He was proceded in death by his brothers Dorsey Morgan and Richard Morgan.

He was a retired poultry farmer and a self employed well driver.

Kendall was an avid rabbit and squirrel hunter who loved his rabbit dogs and beagles.

He enjoyed growing and working his garden and will be remembered for his delicious produce.

He also proudly served his country in the US Army.

He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years Marie S. Morgan.

He is also survived by a son Douglas Morgan and his wife Nancy of Seaford, daughters Janice Lynch and husband Jack of Laurel and Kay White and husband James of Seaford; grandchildren Christiana Voss and husband Paul and Diana White; two step grandchildren Denise Jones and David Lynch; three step great grandchildren and two step great great grandchildren.

A sister in law- Anna May Morgan of Salisbury, MD as well as several nieces and nephews also survive him.

A graveside service will be held in Laurel Hill Cemetery on Feb. 14, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Dr. Carl Vincent officiating.

Arrangements by the Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home Laurel.

Online condolences can be sent to the family by visiting www.delmarvaobits.com.

BETHEL WORSHIP CENTER 9431 Ginger Lane, Seaford (2.4 mi. north of Wal-Mart on US 13) 628-4240 Recorded Info 628-4241 Church Office

Pastor Joseph Lecates - 875-2059 Adult Sunday School 9:30 am Worship 10:30 am & 6:30 pm Children’s Church 10:30 am Nursery 10:30 am & 6:30 pm Youth Meeting Sun. 7 pm Promise Keepers Tues. 7 pm Wed. Night Bible Study 7 pm “We’re not building a church, we’re building God’s Kingdom!”

Welcome…

SEAFORD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sunday School 9 am Morning Worship 10 am

701 Bridgeville Road 629-9077

743 E. Clarence St., Seaford, Del. Carlton L. Cannon, Sr. Paster

629-9443, Cell: 448-0852 • cogclarence@verizon.net Sunday: Midweek Activities: Church School........9:45 am Call for Details Morning Worship......11 am Children’s Church & Youth Explosion ........6 pm Nursery Provided Evening Worship.........7 pm *Counseling by appt. only Tuesday: Thursday: Bible Study & Family Corporate Prayer.........7 pm ‘Come and Grow with Us!’ Training Hour...........7 pm

“Welcome Home!”

A CARD OF THANKS FROM THE FAMILY OF CARLTON JAMES “JIMMY” SPICER You may have sent a lovely card or sat quietly in a chair.

You may have sent flowers or prepared some food, if so we saw it there.

You may have spoken some kind words, as any friend could say.

Maybe, you were not able to be there physically, just thought of us on that day.

Whatever you did to console our hearts, we thank you so much, whatever the part.

Mary and Family

Wesley United Methodist Church 22025 Atlanta Road, Seaford, DE Pastor Ed Kuhling Contemporary Worship 9 am Sunday School & Bible Education 10 am Traditional Worship 11 am Wednesday Worship 6:45 pm 302-629-3029 * Info Line 302-628-0112

CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH

315 N. Shipley St., Seaford, DE 19973 • 302-629-9755 Pastor: Rev. Andrew C. Watkins www.christlutheranseaford.com

Praise Worship 8:30 AM • Sunday School 9:30 AM • Traditional Worship 11 AM

Laurel Baptist Church, SBC The Gift of His Love Where everybody is somebody & Jesus Christ is Lord 33056 Bi-State Boulevard, Laurel, DE 19956 LBC Sunday School ~ 10:00 Morning Worship ~ 11:00 Wednesday Bible Study ~ 7:00 P.M. Nursery Provided Pastor: Rev. Steven Booth Music Director: Linda Lewis

302-875-7998

Let others know where you are and when you meet.

To advertise in this directory, call

629-9788

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Church briefs Latin Mass Feb. 17 A Latin mass according to the Missal of 1962 is celebrated on the third Sunday of every month at 3 p.m. at Holy Cross Church in Dover.

The mass will be celebrated on Feb. 17.

The mass is always a Missa Cantata using traditional Gregorian chant. For further information, call 302-674-5781

Men’s Seminar at Alliance Church The nationally acclaimed Man in the Mirror’s “Rewired” Seminar is coming to Atlanta Road Alliance Church in Seaford, on Saturday, March 1, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ray Hilbert, best-selling author and regional Promise Keepers leader will be the facilitator.

All men are invited to participate. Men often get caught in the “performance trap” and can’t escape their own and others’ expectations. It’s easy to end up living a life of obligation and frustration.

Come and learn how God “rewires” men’s hearts to build a passionate faith.

Cost of the seminar is $60 which includes syllabus, follow-up materials and lunch. There is no charge for pastors to attend. Registration deadline is Feb. 17.

The Atlanta Road Alliance Church is located at 22625 Atlanta Road in Seaford, approximately 1-1/2 miles north of Stein Hwy (Rt. 20).

For more information and a printable registration form, please visit http://www.atlantaroadcma.org.

Gospel Concert March 2 Gospel Concert being held at St. George’s United Methodist Church, St. George’s Road, South Alt. 13, Laurel, on Sunday, March 2, at 7 p.m. Christian music presented by Don Murray Family. For more information call 875-2273.

‘Extreme Makeover’ The Christian Church of Seaford will be the site of an “Extreme Makeover” with Evangelist J.D. Segroves beginning March 2 and continuing through March 5.

God… knows who you are!

God… can set you free!

God… can renew your spirit!

God… can mend your relationships!

God… can restore your walk with Him! Renew your spirit and your relationships beginning Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. and Monday through Wednsday at 7 p.m. at the Christian Church of Seaford (Rt 13 North, across from Harley-Davidson).

Youth Conference Metro-Maryland Youth For Christ invites high school students and their youth leaders to head down to the ocean with 4,000 other teens for Youth For Christ’s Impact 2008: Roadtrip Youth Conference, March 28-30, at the Ocean City Convention Center in Ocean City, Md. The weekend will feature live music by national recording artists including Kutless, The Robbie Seay Band and

more. Youth and youth leaders alike will be challenged and inspired by national youth speakers Fred Lynch and KP Westmoreland and, the audience will laugh out loud at the comedy of the Skit Guys.

Adult training will also be available with Ruth Haley Barton and Chris Folmsbee.

Impact 2008 is $80 per person and does not include hotel accommodations.

For early registration discounts, register

by Feb. 28 for $70.

For more information, call 877-8963802, or visit www.mmyfc.org.

Gospel Café guest singers Centenary United Methodist Church, on the corner of Poplar and Market streets, is hosting its Gospel Café every Saturday night at 6 p.m., featuring Bruce and Nancy Willey Music Ministry, live Christian music, fellowship, refreshments.

Feb. 16 – Dinner & ice cream social, dress 50s, special night with the Don Murray Family.

Feb. 23 – Amanda Jones, Rob Harman, Milton Foskey, Kaila Clucas (9 years old), Cassandra Abbott (Premiering New CD Songs).

Every week, Mary Ann Young joins us.

Everyone is invited to attend.

Come as you are! For more information contact the church office at 8755539.

RESTORE EXPECTED TO OPEN IN SPRING - Sussex County Habitat’s ReStore is expected to open to the public in the spring. When in full operation, the ReStore, which is similar to a recycling center, will accept donations of new and “gently used” surplus and useable building materials, fixtures, furniture, appliances, tools and other surplus items and offer them to the public at bargain prices. The items will be sold at 50 percent or more below retail to budget-minded, do-it-yourself customers, builders, and contractors. Habitat volunteer and 30-year Lewes resident, Denise Jackson, was recently chosen as Habitat’s ReStore manager. In order to meet the ReStore’s spring opening milestone, many volunteers are needed. Volunteers can email questions to restore@sussexcountyhabitat.org or calling Jackson at 302-855-1156. Delmarva Christian High School students are offered courses for academic credit, many that are volunteerism activities. Forty students are ReStore’s initial volunteers, cleaning and painting the facility, building shelves, and organizing the store’s inventory. Alternating a morning and an afternoon shift, the students chose to support Sussex County Habitat for Humanity by preparing the warehouse for the ReStore opening and building a Habitat home in Seaford. Above - Delmarva Christian High School Students Tyshun Rembert, Will Bethard, Nick Clark inventory donations. Photo by Jessica Clark, Habitat volunteer.

In Loving Memory of

Catrina, Daniel and Teresa Mont February 18, 1995 The years have passed so quickly, Longer than you were here.

We miss you more than we can ever express, And love you just as much.

We know the time grows shorter, To the time when we will meet again.

So until that time we pray, That you stay, Safe within God’s loving hands.

All our love, Peggy & Earl Granger

In Loving Memory of

Eleanor G. Elliott

February 18, 1930 - May 6, 2004 As we approach the day the world was blessed with your existence, we honor you on this day February 18 even more today than we do every day of the year.

We remember you and still ache of your passing. From those that you touched with your love, your kindness, and your guidance, we remember you this day.

Although there will always be a part of our hearts that will never heal completely, we find the strength to move forward with the memories of your life and miss you every day.

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Entertainment Community Concert presents the French Chamber Orchestra The Seaford Community Concert Association announces its fourth concert in the current series for 2007-08, The French Chamber Orchestra (L’Orchestre de Chambre Francais), on Saturday, Feb. 23.

The concert will begin at 8 p.m. at the Seaford High School auditorium.

The French Chamber Orchestra, acclaimed as one of France’s best chamber orchestras, was founded in 1989 and is based in Senlis, near Paris. This orchestra made a very successful U.S. debut at the Lincoln Center in New York in November 2002. In March 2005, they performed at the National Gallery in Washington, D.C. and with the Baltimore Choral Arts Society in Baltimore. In June 2005, they made

Possum Point radio shows Possum Point Players provides an afternoon of theatre over Valentine’s weekend with Ad Hoc’s Sunday, Feb. 17 presentation featuring two classic radio shows entitled “Laura” and “The Bickersons.” The performance begins at 2 p.m. with “Laura,” which centers around a police detective who falls in love with the

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their debut playing at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden in London. Their frequent overseas tours have been met with a delighted reception, particularly in Spain where the orchestra is one of the most sought after French chamber groups.

The orchestra has recorded several CDs and performs regularly with several wellknown French soloists. The French Chamber Orchestra is equally at home with baroque, classical, romantic and contemporary music, and takes a particular pleasure in bringing forgotten masterpieces to life.

For further membership information, contact Allan Kittila at 629-6184, or Mary Ann Torkelson at 526-1384. woman whose murder he’s investigating.

The performance is followed by an episode of the old time radio classic, “The Bickersons.” This presentation is a nostalgic, romantic way for couples of all ages to spend an afternoon. Tickets, which are $5, are now on sale. All tickets are to be paid for and picked up at the door, but seats may be reserved by calling the Possum Ticketline at 856-4560.

SUSSEX CENTRAL PRESENTS PRODUCTION. Take II Drama Club of Sussex Central High School in Georgetown presents "Once Upon a Mattress," a magical fairy tale, at 7 p.m. on Feb. 21, 22, 28, 29 and March 1 and a Saturday matinee at 2 p.m. on Feb. 23.

Musical highlights include "Sensitivity" sung by Queen Aggravain (Mia Childress); "Shy" sung by Princess Winnifred (Courtney Colegrove); "In a Little While" sung by Lady Larken (Annie Hudson) and Sir Harry (Luke Warrington); and "Man to Man Talk" sung by Prince Dauntless the Drab (Peyton Lynch) and King Sextimus the Silent (Ben Beck). Tickets, which may be purchased at the door, are $10 for adults and $7 for students and seniors.

For more information, call 302-934-3166.

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LEGALS PUBLIC NOTICE You are hereby notified the below application will be before: The City of Seaford Board of Adjustment and Appeals for their determination on Wednesday, March 5, 2008, at 12:00 P.M., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 414 High Street, Seaford, Delaware; Case No. V-03-08: Walmart, 751 N. Dual Highway, is seeking relief from the Zoning Ordinance, Sec. 1575 Off street (9) Off street parking requirements, in order to use the north parking lot for a garden center.

Case No. V-04-08: Taghipour Properties, 501 N. Dual Highway, is seeking relief from the Zoning Ordinance, Sec. 15-40/Sec, 1529(5) Uses by Right in C1/C-2 on behalf of Rash Enterprises. They would like to place the Mountain Mudd kiosk at this location.

Case No. V-.05-08: HF Delaware LLC, property owners of 590 N. Dual Highway, knows as Seaford Abbey Carpet, is seeking relief from the Zoning Ordinance, Sec. 15-40A, Uses

by Special Exception, in order to keep four storage containers on site until the end of the lease – June 2010.

If any of these projects are of concern to you and you wish to present your position or evidence, please attend this meeting.

You may have counsel to attend on your behalf.

Issued this 14th day of February 2008 pursuant to the Rules heretofore adopted by the City of Seaford.

THE CITY OF SEAFORD Dolores J. Slatcher City Manager 2/14/1tc

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE You are hereby notified the below matter will be before: The Planning and Zoning Commission for their review and recommendation on Thursday, March 6, 2008, at 7:00 P.M., in the City Hall, 414 High Street, Seaford, Delaware; The Mayor and Council for their determination on Tuesday, March 25, 2008, at 7:05 p.m., in City Hall, 414 High Street, Seaford, Delaware: David Cantera, Seaford Commons, LLC, located on Sussex Highway, Tax Map and Parcel 331 5.00 40 & 43.03 is seeking a final site plan review and approval for a proposed addition and refit of four tenants spaces for a proposed restaurant in the strip center.

MORNING STAR If this project is of concern to you and you wish to present your position or evidence, please attend this meeting. You may have counsel to attend on your behalf.

Issued this 14th day of February 2008 pursuant to the Rules heretofore adopted by the City of Seaford.

THE CITY OF SEAFORD Dolores J. Slatcher City Manager 2/14/1tc

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING LITTLE CREEK HUNDRED Subd. #2006-60 Notice is hereby given that the County Planning and Zoning Commission of Sussex County will hold a public hearing on Thursday evening, MARCH 13, 2008, in the County Council Chambers, Sussex County Administrative Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on the application of ALBERT L. JOSEPH to consider the Subdivision of land in an AR-1 Agricultural Residential District in Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, by dividing 31.33 acres into 4 lots, located south of Road 72, 258 feet east of Road 458.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BROAD CREEK HUNDRED Subd. #2006-61 Notice is hereby given that the County Planning and Zoning Commission of Sussex County will hold a public hearing on Thursday evening, MARCH 13, 2008, in the County Council Chambers, Sussex County Administrative Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on the application of MLK PARTNERS to consider the Subdivision of land in an AR-1 Agricultural Residential District in Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County, by dividing 43.29 acres into 36 lots, and a variance from the maximum allowed culde-sac length of 1,000 feet, located south of Road 488,

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1,100 feet west of U.S. Route 13.

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LEGAL NOTICE ON MARCH 17, 2008 at 11:00 a.m., Laurel Storage Center, Road 468, Laurel, Delaware will conduct a sale pursuant to Title 25, DEL. C. Ann. 4904-4905.

The contents of the following bins will be sold: Bin(s) #147 Larry Bell; #109 Lavonnne Bland; #192 Bonnie Boyce; #31 Linda Carmine; #62 Shelly Dillow; #198 April Kellam; #165 Russell Kutchinski; #118 Shannon Wootten.

BIDDERS: Call office on day of sale to confirm, (302) 875-5931.

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TOWN OF BLADES ELECTION Candidates wishing to run for the three (3) council seats that are up for election in Blades must file written notice with the Town of Blades office that they are seeking election. Candidates must file notice by the close of business at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, February 18, 2008. No letters will be accepted after February 18, 2008.

Candidates filing must have attained the age of 25 years, must have been a resident of Blades for six months preceding this election and must be a citizen of the United States of America.

All citizens wishing to vote in the March 3, 2008 election must register at the Blades Town Hall by the close of business at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 20, 2008. No registration will be allowed after February 20, 2008.

TOWN OF BLADES DAVID L. RUFF MAYOR 1/17/4tc

NOTICE Estate of Anne M. Grincewich, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Anne M. Grincewich who

departed this life on the 8th day of September A.D. 2007 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Katherine G. Grincewich, Robert O. Grincewich on the 31st day of January, A.D. 2008, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Co-Executors without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Co-Executors on or before the 8th day of May, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Co-Executors: Katherine G. Grincewich 944 14th Street, SE Washington, DC 20003 Robert O. Grincewich 2753 Murkle Road, Westminster, MD 21158 Attorney: Michele Procino-Wells, Esq. 225 High Street Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 2/14/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Arthur N. Colona, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration, W.W.A. upon the estate of Arthur N. Colona who departed this life on the 27th day of November A.D. 2007 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Robert L. Colona on the 31st day of January, A.D. 2008, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administrator, W.W.A. without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administrator, W.W.A. on or before the 27th day of July, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Administrator, W.W.A.: Robert L. Colona 418 Phillips Street, Seaford, DE 19973 Attorney: Michele Procino-Wells, Esq. 225 High Street Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 2/14/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Martin K. Smack, Sr., Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Martin K. Smack, Sr. who departed this life on the 18th day of January A.D. 2008 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Rose

Mary Brown on the 30th day of January, A.D. 2008, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executrix without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executrix on or before the 18th day of September, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executrix: Rose Mary Brown 24118 Dove Road, Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 2/14/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Betty Lou Wilson, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration WWA upon the estate of Betty Lou Wilson who departed this life on the 15th day of January A.D. 2008 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto Michelle R. Wilson on the 23rd day of January, A.D. 2008, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administratrix, W.W.A. without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administratrix, W.W.A. on or before the 15th day of September, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Administratrix, W.W.A.: Michelle R. Wilson 1435 Putnam Ave., Zanesville, OH 43701 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 2/7/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Virgil Alvin Chaffinch, Sr., Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Virgil Alvin Chaffinch, Sr. who departed this life on the 18th day of December A.D. 2007 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto John Randall Chaffinch on the 16th day of January, A.D. 2008, 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 the 18th day of August, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Administrator: John Randall Chaffinch

6147 Steflend Drive, Seaford, DE 19973 Attorney: Shannon R. Owens, Esq. Procino-Wells, LLC 225 High St. Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 1/31/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Beatrice H. Moore, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Beatrice H. Moore who departed this life on the 5th day of January A.D. 2008 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto William B. Moore, Jr. on the 23rd day of January, A.D. 2008, 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 the 5th day of September, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor: William B. Moore, Jr. 28855 Seaford Rd., Laurel, DE 19956 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 1/31/3tc .SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & 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: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, more particularly bounded and described in accordance with a recent survey prepared by Simpler Surveying & Associates dated August 22, 2001, as follows to-wit: BEGINNING at a concrete monument found on the southeasterly right of way County Road 490 (50 feet right of way), a corner for this land and lands of Phillip E. Roberts; thence by and with the right of way of County Road 490 North 38 degrees 31 minutes 25 seconds East 150.08 feet to a concrete monument found; thence, continuing by and with County Road See LEGALS—page 34

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PAGE 34 LEGALS - from Page 32 490 North 39 degrees 45 minutes 00 seconds East 149.62 feet to a concrete monument found, a corner for this land and lands of W. Weldon Harper, Trustee, thence turning and running by and with Lands of W. Weldon Harper, Trustee, South 50 degrees 23 minutes 52 seconds East 200.03 feet to a 1" pipe found, a corner for this lands; thence turning and running by and with Lands of W. Weldon Harper, Trustee, South 39 degrees 38 minutes 38 seconds West 149.90 feet to a 3/4 inch pipe found, a corner for this land and lands of Phillip E. Roberts; thence, turning and running by and with lands of Phillip E. Roberts North 50 degrees 20 minutes 24 seconds West 199.88 feet to the place of beginning, containing therein 60,008 square feet of land more or less.

BEING the same lands and premises which William E. Lloyd and Susan L. Lloyd by Deed dated August 30, 2001 of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County and State of Delaware in Deed Book 2627, Page 10, did grant and convey unto Mary Ann Cameron.

Tax Parcel: 1-32-6.0069.00 Property Address: 26799 River Road, Seaford 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, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before March 3, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 7, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also 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; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the

MORNING STAR 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 MARY ANN CAMERON and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/7/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & 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: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land situate on the Easterly side of Chandler Street, in the city of Seaford, Sussex County, State of Delaware, and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNNG at a concrete monument found lying on the easterly right-of-way line of Chandler Street, said concrete monument found being a corner for this land and for lands now or formerly of Mary Chapman; thence by and with aforesaid Chandler Street North 39 degrees 12 minutes 13 seconds East 80.11 feet to an iron stab found; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this lands and for lands formerly of Better Homes of Seaford Inc., South 49 degrees 02 minutes 10 seconds East 100.84 feet to a concrete monument found; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this land and lands now or formerly of Better Homes of Seaford, Inc. South 39 degrees 42 minutes 15 West 80.09 feet to a concrete monument found; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for land and lands now or formerly of Mary Chapman North 49 degrees 02 minutes 10 seconds West 100.14 feet home to the place of beginning said to contain 8,046 square feet of land more or less as shown on a survey prepared by Temple-Sellers, Inc. dated September 12, 2001.

BEING the same lands and premises which Christian V. Elbert by Deed dated October 29, 2001 of Record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, State of

• FEBRUARY 14 - 20, 2008

Delaware in Deed Book 2645, page 333, did grant and convey unto Jarvis L. Ross.

Tax Parcel: 3-31-5.203.00 Property Address: 15 Chandler Street, Seaford 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, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before March 3, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 7, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also 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; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. 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 JARVIS L. ROSS and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/7/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & 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: ALL THAT certain lot, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in the Town of Bridgeville, Sussex County and State of Delaware, and shown as Lot No. 57, on a Plot of Building Lots of Fred Willey, filed of record in the Office

of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, at Georgetown, De., in Plat Book 187, at Page 93, and being more fully described as follows, to wit.

BEGINNING at an iron pipe set at the corner of North Cannon Street and Second Street; thence running with the right of way of Second Street, South 32 degrees 00' 00 East 160.00 Feet to an iron pipe set; said marking the corner of Second Street and the Northerly edge of the right of way of Gum Alley; thence turning and running with the right of way of Gum Alley, South 58 degrees 00' 00 West 60.00 feet to an iron rod found; said rod marking a corner for this Lot 57 and 58; thence turning and running by and along the common boundary line between this lot and lot 58; North 32 degrees 00' 00 West 160.00 feet to an iron rod found, said rod marking a corner for this lot and lot 57 and lot 58 and being located along the Southerly edge of the right of way of North Cannon Street; thence turning and running with the right of way of North Cannon Street, North 58 degrees 00’ 00 East 60.00 feet to the point and place of beginning.

AND BEING the same lands and premises conveyed unto Calvin Suggs and Karen Barnatny, by deed of Karen Barnatny, dated October 21, 2005 and of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County and State of Delaware in deed Book 3229 Page 115.

Tax Parcel: 1-31-10.12102.00 Property Address: 511 North Cannon Street, Bridgeville 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, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before March 3, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 7, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also 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 Purchas-

er. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. 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 CALVIN SUGG & KAREN L. BARNATNY and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/7/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & 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: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the City of Seaford, Seaford Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, being known as Lot No. 38 in "WIL-MAR VILLAGE", and being more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at an iron bolt in sidewalk found on the East right of way line of Washington Avenue at a corner for this lot and Lot No. 39; thence with the East right of way line of Washington Avenue, North 07 degrees 05 minutes 00 seconds East, 50.11 feet to an iron bolt in sidewalk found on the East right of way line of Washington Avenue at a corner for this lot and Lot No. 37; thence with Lot No. 37 South 83 degrees 05 minutes 20 seconds East, 100.30 feet to a pipe found at a corner for this lot, Lot No. 37 and in line of "Hurley and Allen Addition to North Seaford"; thence with the "Hurley and Allen Addition to North Seaford", South 06 degrees 51 minutes 59 seconds West, 50.04 feet to an iron rod found at a corner for this lot, Lot No. 39 and in line of the "Hurley and Allen Addition to North Seaford"; thence with Lot No. 39, North 83 degrees 07 minutes 45 seconds West, 100.49 feet to an iron bolt in sidewalk found on the East right of way line of Washington Avenue located at

the point and place of beginning, containing 5,027 square feet of land, be the same more or less as shown on a survey prepared by Thomas A. Temple, Jr., DEL. P.L.S. No. 242, dated October 11, 2002.

AND BEING the same lands and premises as conveyed unto AUBREE' T. HARE by deed of Trista M. Balas, dated October 23, 2002 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware in Deed Book 2765, Page 180.

Tax Parcel: 3-31-5.1941.00 Property Address: 711 Washington Ave, Seaford 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, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before March 3, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 7, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also 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; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. 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 AUBREE T. HARE A/K/A AUBREE T. HARE and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/7/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter See LEGALS—page 35

MORNING STAR LEGALS - from Page 34 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: ALL THAT certain tact, piece and parcel of land lying and being situate in Northwest Fork Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, and lying on the State Road leading from Greenwood to Scott's Store, adjoining lands of Ross Coleman, other lands now or formerly of Myrtle White, Margaret Carey and Roy L. Peterman, and others, and more fully described as follows: BEGINNING at a bridge over a small ditch and on the northern side of said highway from Greenwood to Scott's Store and running South 56.5 degrees West 17.5 perches to the easterly line of said Ross Coleman; thence with the said North 34 degrees West 38 perches to the said small ditch, a corner for this whole tract, thence in a southeasterly direction along said small ditch to the said bridge and place of beginning, containing one (1) acre and fifty (50) square perches of land, be the same more or less.

AND BEING the same lands and premises conveyed unto Roy L. Peterman and Sarah Peterman by deed of Myrtle White, Margaret Carey and Roy L. Peterman, date August 4, 2003 and of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County and State of Delaware in Deed Book 2868, Page 67.

Tax Parcel: 5-30-9.0043.00 Property Address: 7209 Scotts Store Road, Greenwood 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, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before March 3, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 7, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also 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; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. 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 RODNEY & DAWN PETERMAN and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/7/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & 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: ALL THAT certain lot, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, being part of Lot #11 of Nanticoke Estates, more particularly described on a survey plot prepared

by Donald K. Miller dated July 27, 1998, as appearing in Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, at Georgetown, Delaware, in Deed Book 2311, Page 086.

BEING the same land conveyed unto George R. Gilmore and Elizabeth F. Gilmore, co-trustees under revocable trust agreement of George R. Gilmore and Elizabeth F. Gilmore dated May 16, 1991, of 156 Rivershore Drive, Seaford, Delaware, 19973, and David J. Gilmore and Jodi L. Gilmore, then his wife, by Deed of George R. Gilmore and Elizabeth F. Gilmore on August 6, 1998, and filed for record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, at Georgetown, Delaware, in Deed Book 2311, Page 085 .

Tax Parcel: 1-32-6.002.00 Property Address: 7447 Rivershore Drive, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

• FEBRUARY 14 - 20, 2008

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, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before March 3, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 7, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also 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; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. 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 J. GILMORE and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/7/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & 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: PARCEL “D”: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land, with the improvements thereon erected, situate in Northwest Fork Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, lying on the South side of County Road 17 (Federalsburg Road), a short distance West of County Road 561; being all of Parcel "D" of Darrick E. & Veronica R. West Subdivision, as recorded in Plot Book 59, Page 223 and being more particularly bounded and described in accordance

with a recent survey by Robert L. Larimore, RLS, dated May 4, 2006, as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at an iron pin set in the South line of County Road 17, at a corner for this parcel and for Parcel "B, said point being located, South 65 degrees 16 minutes 00 seconds West, 442.01 feet from the intersection of the South line of County Road 17 (Federalsburg Road - 60 feet wide) with the West line of County Road 561; thence from said beginning point along the line of Parcel "E", South 24 degrees 10 minutes 21 seconds East, 150.00 feet to an iron pin set at a corner for Parcel "E"; thence along the line of Parcel "E", South 65 degrees 14 minutes 59 seconds West, 149.88 feet to an iron pipe found at a corner for lands now or formerly of Zion Church; thence along the line of lands now or formerly of Zion Church, North 24 degrees 11 minutes 29 seconds West, 150.00 feet to a concrete core found at a corner for lands now or formerly of Zion Church in the South line of County Road 17; thence along the South line of County Road 17, North 65 degrees 15 minutes 00 seconds East, 149.93 feet to the place of beginning and containing 22,485 square feet of land, be the same more or less.

PARCEL “E”: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land, situated in Northwest Fork Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, lying on the South side of County Road 17 (Federalsburg Road), but not adjacent thereto; being all of Parcel "E" of Darrick E. & Veronica T. West Subdivision, as recorded in Plot Book 59, Page 223 and being more particularly bounded and described in accordance with a recent survey by Robert L. Larimore, RLS, dated May 4, 2006, as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at an iron pin set at a corner for this parcel and for Parcel "D", said point being located the following two (2) courses and distances from the intersection of the South line of County Road 17 (Federalsburg Road - 60 feet wide) with the West line of County Road 561; One (1) as measured along the south line of County Road 17, South 65 degrees 15 minutes 00 seconds West, 442.01 feet to a point at a corner for Parcel "B”; thence two (2) along the line of Parcel "B”, South 24 degrees 10 minutes 21 seconds East, 150.00 feet to said beginning point; thence from said beginning point along the line of Par-

PAGE 35 cel "B”, South 24 degrees 10 minutes 21 seconds East, 146.38 feet to a point at a corner for Parcel "B” in line of lands now or formerly of Delagra Corp.; thence along the line of lands now or formerly of Delagra Corp., South 67 degrees 57 minutes 00 seconds West, 49.93 feet to a point at a comer for lands now or formerly of Zion Church; thence along the line of lands now or formerly of Zion Church, North 24 degrees 11 minutes 29 seconds West, 139.32 feet to an iron pipe found at a comer for Parcel "D"; thence along the line of Parcel "D", North 65 degrees 14 minutes 59 seconds East, 149.88 feet to the place of beginning and containing 21,406 square feet of land be the same more or less.

AND BEING the same lands and premises as conveyed unto IOLA E. REDDEN by deed of Mildred Hickman and Veronica West, dated May 24, 2006 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware in Deed Record 3315, Page 163.

Tax Parcel: 1-31-10.0055.00 Property Address: 7378 Federalsburg Road, Bridgeville 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, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before March 3, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 7, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also 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; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. 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 IOLA E. REDDEN and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/7/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & 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: ALL that certain piece, parcel and tract of lands known as Lot 9 of "Lands of Bruce Graves: and situate in Seaford Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, being more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a concrete monument found on the northerly side of Sussex County Road No. 554 and being a corner for this lot and Lot 8; thence with Lot 8 North 18 degrees 52 minutes 34 seconds East a distance of 300.22 feet to a concrete monument found; thence with Lot 13 South 71 degrees 09 minutes 30 seconds East a distance of 150.09 feet to a concrete monument found; thence with Lot 10 South 18 degrees 52 minutes 08 seconds West a distance of300.08 feet to a concrete monument found; thence with Sussex County Road No. 554 North 71 degrees 12 minutes 42 seconds West a distance of 150.13 feet home to the point and place of beginning said to contain 1.034 acres of lands be the same more or less, together with improvements, as shown on a survey prepared by TempleSellers, Inc., dated June 25, 2004.

BEING the same lands and premises which Joseph Gamba and Rose Anne Gamba by Deed dated July 2, 2004 of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County and State of Delaware in Deed Book 3002, page 140 did grant and convey unto Ronald J. Riccio, II and Virginia E. Riccio.

Tax Parcel: 5-31-3.0046.09 Property Address: 6341 Baker Road, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

See LEGALS—page 36

PAGE 36 LEGALS - from Page 35 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, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before March 3, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 7, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also 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; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. 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 VIRGINIA E. & RONALD J. RICCIO, II and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/7/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & 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: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware being known and designated as Lot No. 24, Deep Pines, as shown on a plot of Deep Pines, prepared by Miller Lewis, Inc., Registered Surveyor, which is of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, at Georgetown, Delaware in Plot Book 60,

MORNING STAR at Page 134, and being more particularly described according to a survey prepared by Miller Lewis, Inc., Registered Surveyor, dated October 7, 1998, as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a pipe situate on the northeasterly right of way of Sussex County Road #526A, said pipe being a corn for these lands and Lot 23; thence, by and with Lot 23, North 52 degrees 06 minutes 59 seconds East, 270.56 feet to a pipe, said pipe being a corner for these lands, Lot 23 and being a point on line of Lot 36; thence, by and with Lot 36, South 37 degrees 53 minutes 01 seconds East, 161.00 feet to a pipe, said pipe being a point on line of Lot 36, a corner for these lands and Lot 33; thence, by and with Lot 33, South 52 degrees 06 minutes 59 seconds West, 270.56 feet to a pipe situate on the aforesaid northeasterly right of way of Sussex County Road #526A, said pipe being a corner for these lands and Lot 33; thence, by and with the aforesaid northeasterly right of way of Sussex County Road #526A, North 37 degrees 53 minutes 01 seconds West, 161.00 feet home to the point and place of beginning, being and containing 1.0000 acres of land, more or less.

AND BEING the same lands and premises as conveyed unto ROBERT DUTTON and LAJUAN DUTTON, his wife by deed of Norris L. Niblett dated January 8, 1999 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware in Deed Book 2354, Page 168.

Tax Parcel: 2-31-12.00433.00 Property Address: 23831 Dove Road, Seaford 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, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before March 3, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 7, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax,

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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; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. 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 ROBERT (J.) DUTTON & LAJUAN (S.) DUTTON and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/7/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of an order issued by the Court of Chancery, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & 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: ALL THAT CERTAIN lot, piece or parcel of land lying and being situate in Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, and more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a stake at the Northwest intersection of State Highway #501 leading to Laurel with State Highway #502 leading form Delmar to Mardella; thence along the Northerly right-ofway line of State Highway #502 North 75 1/4 degrees West 210 feet to a stake; thence for a new division line in these lands the following two courses: (a) North 22 degrees East 210 feet to a stake; (b) South 75 1/4 degrees East 210 feet to a stake in the Westerly right-of-way line of State Highway #501, thence along the Westerly right-of-way line of State Highway #501, South 22 degrees West 210 feet home to the point or place of beginning, containing one (1) acre of land be the same more or less.

BEING THE SAME LANDS and premises which Marvin R. Smith and Betty C. Smith, by certain Deed dated the 3rd day of October, A.D., 1973 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Dela-

ware, in Deed Book 719, page 258, did grant and convey to Marvin Lee Smith and Shirley M. Smith, his wife, (as Tenants by the Entirety, with the Right of Survivorship), in fee. The said Marvin Lee Smith having died on July 18, 1976, the lands and premises passed to Shirley M. Smith, in fee.

Tax Parcel: 5-32-19.0024.00 & 24.01 Property Address: 38080 Saint George Road, Delmar 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, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before March 3, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 7, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also 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; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. 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 SHIRLEY SMITH RYALL A/K/A SHIRLEY M. SMITH and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/7/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & 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:

ALL that certain tract, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in the Town of Laurel, Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at a concrete monument (fd) lying on the Northerly right-ofway line of West 6th Street (30' right-of-way), said concrete monument (fd) being a common boundary line for this land and for lands now or formerly of Gerald & Tysonia Nocks; thence by and with aforesaid right¬of-way North 68 degrees 50 minutes 00 seconds West 39.95 feet to a R.R. spike (fd); thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this land and for lands now or formerly of Ralph G. & Ruth M. Nocks North 17 degrees 50 minutes 57 seconds East 91.51 feet to an iron stob (fd); thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this land and for lands now or formerly of Ralph G. & Ruth M. Nocks North 68 degrees 35 minutes 18 seconds West 10.16 feet to an iron stob (fd); thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this land and for lands now or formerly of Ralph G. & Ruth M. Nocks North 10 degrees 50 minutes 29 seconds East 75.99 feet to a pipe (fd); thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this land and for lands now or formerly of Sandra D. Bruce the following 2) courses and distances: 1) South 66 degrees 59 minutes 00 seconds East 50.00 feet to a concrete monument (fd); 2) South 10 degrees 50 minutes 00 seconds West 75.00 feet to a concrete monument (fd); thence continuing on by and with a common boundary line for this land and for lands now or formerly of Gerald & Tysonia Nocks South 17 degrees 38 minutes 18 seconds West 90.94 feet home to the place of beginning said to contain 7,310 square feet of land more or less with improvements thereon as shown on a survey prepared by Temple-Sellers, Inc. dated April 4, 2006.

BEING the same land conveyed unto Michael Wallace by Deed of Larry N. Stewart dated May 17, 2006 of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Deed Book 3311 at Page 259.

Tax Parcel: 4-32-8.0623.00 Property Address: 409 West 6th Street, Laurel 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, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before March 3, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 7, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also 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; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. 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 MICHAEL A. WALLACE and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/7/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of an Alias writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & 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: ALL THAT CERTAIN lot, piece or parcel of land situate in Seaford, Sussex County. Delaware, designated on the plot of Nanticoke City as Lot Nos. 69 and 70, and more fully described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a point formed by the intersection of the north line of Harrington Street with the west line of Maple Street, thence with the north line of Harrington Street South 75 degrees 15 minutes west, one hundred feet, thence North 14 deSee LEGALS—page 37

MORNING STAR LEGALS - from Page 36 grees 45 minutes West, one hundred fifty feet, thence North 75 degrees l5 minutes east one hundred feet, to the west line of Maple Street, thence with the west line of Maple Street, South 14 degrees 45 minutes East, one hundred fifty feet to the place of beginning, containing 15,000 square feet of land be the same, more or leas, excepting and reserving that portion of this lot of land which has heretofore been conveyed unto Harlan Marvel.

Being the same lands and premises which Earl S. Robinson and Mary A. Robinson, husband and wife, did grant and convey unto Carlton W. Hurley and Wanda S. Adkins -Hur1ey, husband .and wife, by deed dated November 28, 1983 and recorded on November 28, 1983 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 1225, Page 338.

Tax Parcel: 5-31-13.10154.00 Property Address: 220 Harrington Street, Seaford 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, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before March 3, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on March 7,

2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also 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; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. 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 CARLTON W. & WANDA S. HURLEY and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 2/7/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & 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: All that certain tract, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in the City of Seaford, Seaford Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, being

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more particularly described as follows, to wit: Beginning at a concrete monument found lying on the Southerly right of way line of West Ivy Drive (50' right of way), said concrete monument found being a common boundary line for this lot and for lot 328; thence by and with aforesaid curving right of way said curve having a radius of 656.00 feet, a delta of 08 degrees 17 minutes 46 seconds, a length of 94.98 feet, a chord distance of 94.90 feet, with a bearing of South 65 degrees 07 minutes 15 seconds East to an iron stob found; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this lot, lot 700 and lands now or formerly of George H. Farnell Trustee South 27 degrees 09 minutes 31 seconds West 149.08 feet to a concrete monument found; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this lot and lot and for lands now or formerly of Geraldine P. Thomas North 08 degrees 19 minutes 06 seconds West 61.38 feet to a concrete monument found; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this lot and for aforesaid Thomas lands North 87 degrees 35 minutes 50 seconds West 40.95 feet to a concrete monument found; thence turning and running by and with a common line for this lot and for lot 328 North 16 degrees 05 minutes 00 seconds East 114.60 feet home to the place of beginning said to contain 8,675 square feet more or less with improvements thereon as shown on a survey prepared by Temple-Sellers, Inc., dated June 25, 2005, a copy of which is attached hereto.

Subject to any and all restrictions, reservations, conditions, easements, and agreements of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware.

Subject to restrictions of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Deed Book 412 at page 1.

Being the same lands and premises which Richard B. Riggins and Rebecca E. Riggins did grant and convey unto Dale Karen Crockett by deed dated June 28, 2002 and recorded on July 1, 2002 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 02724 Page 085.

Tax Parcel: 5-31-10.1826.00 Property Address: 710 West Ivy Drive, Seaford

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On the Record Marriage Licenses

Sussex County Clerk of the Peace George Parish joyfully announces the following couples have obtained marriage licenses: Jason Emerson Brittingham, Seaford to Kimberly Ann Hastings, Seaford Marcus Hall, Laurel to Lashea Monique Parker, Laurel Matthew John Malandruccolo, Greenwood to Kerri Lynn Charbonneau, Greenwood

Deeds

06/27/07, Deric J. Parker to Norman F. Shuey, III, Lot No. 5, Lands for Everett S. and Catherine W. Warrington, subdivision, Northwest Fork Hundred, $75,000 06/20/07, U.S. Home Corporation to Edgar G. Conner, Lot No. 210, Phase II, Heritage Shores, Town of Bridgeville, subdivision, Northwest Fork Hundred, $300,900 06/22/07, U.S. Home Corporation to Ronald S. and Karin F. Rennert, Lot No. 206, Phase II, Heritage Shores, Town of Bridgeville, subdivision, Northwest Fork Hundred, $369,000 06/27/07, Brian F. Papp, Sr. to Alma F. Villalobos, Lot No. 2, Lands of Jay F. III and Barbara Anne Pratt, subdivision, Northwest Fork Hundred, $220,000 06/26/07, Alton E. Jr. and Rhoda G. Millman to Charles E. and Jo Ellen Wallace, Lot No. 13, Phase 3B, Fox Glen, subdivision, Seaford Hundred, $375,000 06/13/07, ASA V. Peugh, Trustee to Chester G. and Debra A. Harrison, parcel, Village of Blades, subdivision, Broad Creek Hundred, $25,000 06/27/07, Robin D. Smith, Executrix for Betty L. Scaggs Estate and Trustee to CDE Properties, LLC, parcel, Broad Creek Hundred, $103,000 06/22/07, William R. Tressler to Calvin F. Jr. and Patti Griffith Bradley, parcel, Seaford Hundred, $245,000 06/28/07, George A. and Hazel L. Hudson to Donna M. and Stephen Messick, parcel, Broad Creek Hundred, $350,000 06/21/07, Green Briar, Inc. to Douglas L. Reed, Sr. and Alison Perdue-Tingle, Lot No. 10, Green Briar, subdivision, Seaford Hundred, $112,000 06/19/07, Heritage Investment Properties, Inc. to Francisco Fabian-Munoz, parcel, Town of Laurel, Little Creek Hundred, $185,0000 6/28/07, Delmarva Woodlands Alliance II, LLC to The Horsey Family, L.L.C.,

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, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before March 3, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Su-

parcel, Nanticoke Hundred, $2,000,000 06/29/07, Bruce M. and Karen C. Morris to Zeb W. Jr. and Joan F. Petrea, Lot No. 83, Atlanta Estates, subdivision, Seaford Hundred, $265,000 06/29/07, Zeb W. Jr. and Joan F. Petrea to Middleford Ventures, L.L.C., parcel, Seaford Hundred, $587,500 06/27/07, Ruth A. Duryea to Woodland Enterprises, Inc., Lot No. 4, Lands of Ruth A. Duryea, subdivision, Broad Creek Hundred, $100,000 06/29/07, Michael G. Scott to John T. and Susan K. O’Reilly, Lot No. 2, Lands of Bridge Branch, Inc., subdivision, Nanticoke Hundred, $313,000 06/29/07, Timothy Ramey Construction, Inc. to Joseph J. and Megan M. Mellinger, Lot Nos. 101-102, Lake Pines, subdivision, Little Creek Hundred, $180,250

Building Permits

1/24/08, Prestige Homes, Inc., NE/Sixth Street Extended, 580.37’/NW/Bells, Little Creek Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $63,800 Alan and Sherre Price Lot No. 2, Broad Creek Hundred, Inground Pool/Fence, $10,000 01/25/08, David L. and Kristi L. Brown, Shiloh Farms, Lot No. 54, Broad Creek Hundred, Inground Pool/Fence, $27,310 01/28/08, Brandon J. and Emily M. Perdue, N/Rt. No. 46, Intersection of W/Rt. No. 517A, Nanticoke Hundred, Pole Barn, $19,500 Randall and Lisa Anderson, S/E Side, Rt. No. 80, 375’ NE/Rt. No. 78, Seaford Hundred, Inground Pool, $38,510 Perdue Foods, Inc., E/Rt. No. 583, 2870’/S Rt. No. 584, Northwest Fork Hundred, Grain Storage Building, $1,099,243 Erin K. Calloway, S/Rt. No. 515, Lot No. 10, Little Creek Hundred, Dwelling, $63,000 John T. Elliott, Jr., N/Rt. No. 18, 450’/W/Rt. No. 525, Nanticoke Hundred, Interior Remodel, $15,000 University of Delaware, NS/Rt. No. 9, Intersection of WE/Rt. No. 446B, Nanticoke Hundred, Chicken Houses, $10,080 Anna R. Ward, E/Rt. No. 594, Lot No. 3, Nanticoke Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $76,874 JBS Construction, SW/Rt. No. 20, Lot F, Broad Creek Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $85,880

perior Court on March 7, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also 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; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is

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Education Del Tech hosts book signing with Dr. Carter The Adult Plus+ program of Delaware Technical & Community College will host a book signing with Dr. William Carter and U.S. Senator Tom Carper at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 19 in the dining hall of the campus Student Services Center.

Dr. Carter is the newly published author of the book “Why me, Lord?–The Experiences of a U.S. Navy Armed Guard Officer in World War II’s Convoy P.Q. 17 on the Murmansk Run.” “Why me, Lord” is the first-hand account of a young naval officer’s 1942 voyage across the North Atlantic from Iceland to North Russia through u-boat infested waters. As commander of a U.S. Navy Armed Guard gun crew aboard the American merchant ship, S.S. Ironclad, author William A. Carter took part in the ill-fated convoy, P.Q. 17, which suffered the highest losses of any Russian convoy in World War II. The story of his return trip in 1943 aboard the Liberty Ship, S.S. Richard Bland, is equally harrowing, detailing its tragic loss after being torpedoed three times north of the Article Circle by German submarines.

Senator Carper, a retired Navy captain, was instrumental in helping Dr. Carter get the book published and wrote in the forward of the book, “As the only officer in the U.S. Navy to survive both P.Q. 17 and the sinking of the S.S. Richard Bland, Dr. Carter’s book provides a unique insight into a period when the future of world civilization stood open and at risk.

The text paints word pictures of the re-

markable contributions of the Armed Guard and the Merchant Marine to the allied victory in that critical part of world history, and it articulates the human cost that they paid in the process.”

Dr. Carter was born and raised on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, moving to Delaware with his parents in 1939.

After graduating from college in 1940, he joined the U.S. Navy, believing that U.S. involvement in the war in Europe was inevitable. Upon completion of officer training, Dr. Carter left for North Atlantic convoy duty as the commanding officer of a Navy Armed Guard gun crew. For his service during the war, he was awarded a Silver Star for Valor and a high Soviet decoration, the Order of the Great Patriotic War, First Class. After returning to civilian life, Dr. Carter has enjoyed a distinguished career in business and public service.

In 1998, the William A. Carter Partnership Center at the Owens Campus was named after him in recognition and appreciation for his 30-plus years of commitment to the college, including his work as a founding member and former chairman of Delaware Tech’s board of trustees.

Currently, he serves on the Owens Campus Educational Foundation Development Council and is honorary chair of Starry, Starry Night, the annual gala. Dr. Carter lives in Millsboro with Ann, his wife of 65 years.

Dr. Carter’s book will be available for sale at bookstores on Feb. 13, and limited copies will be available at the book sign-

Dr. William Carter will sign copies of his new book, "Why me, Lord," a first-hand account of a young naval officer’s 1942 voyage across the North Atlantic from Iceland to North Russia through u-boat infested waters, at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 19. Shown here is Dr. Carter with his wife Ann.

ing. Dr. Carter plans to donate a portion of the proceeds from book sales to the college’s Educational Foundation.

For more information about this free event, call Delaware Tech’s Adult Plus+ Program at 302-856-5618.

Education briefs Addictions courses offered

Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus is offering two courses for students pursuing certification as addiction counselors.

"Enhancing Motivation for Change in Substance Abuse Treatment" links research to practice by providing clear applications of motivational approaches in clinical practice and treatment programs.

Strategies that focus on the client’s strength, individualize treatment, and help develop an effective therapeutic partnership will be reviewed and practiced. The course will meet Thursdays, Feb. 21 to April 24, from 6 to 9 p.m.

"Case Management with Substance Using Clients" will include a history of case management and the various models available. Participants will also learn how to integrate case management into substance abuse treatment by matching resources to community needs, explaining the rationale for referral and consultation, and consulting with other service providers. This onesession course will be held March 7 from 9 a.m. to noon. Both courses will provide hours toward licensure requirements for addiction counselors. For more information, contact Delaware Tech’s Corporate and Community Programs at 854-6966.

Del Tech offers gerontology course

Increase your understanding of the aging process in Working with Seniors A-Z at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus. This course is designed for anyone working with seniors.

Participants will be introduced to a variety of topics, including ethical issues, the field of case management, assessment tools and interventions, and essential communication skills. Health care professionals may earn continuing education credits for this course. Classes meet Thursdays, Feb. 21 to March 13, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. in Georgetown. For more information, contact Corporate and Community Programs at 855-5988.

Kiwanis offers three scholarships

The Kiwanis Club of Seaford is offering three scholarships to graduating seniors residing in the Seaford School District. Two scholarships are funded by the Seaford Kiwanis Foundation and will be $4,000 each. The third scholarship for $4,000 is funded by the Seaford Kiwanis Foundation and the Janosik Foundation.

Scholarship applications are available from the Seaford High School Guidance Office or by contacting Fred Glime at 6293652. The application deadline is April 7.

Students named to Dean's list

The following area students enrolled at Virginia Tech were named to the Dean's List for the Fall 2007 semester.

To qualify for the Dean's List, students must attempt at least 12 credit hours graded on the A-F option and earn a 3.4 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) during the semester. Students include Jason H. Deibel, Bridgeville, senior, management major; and Autumn F. Visconti, Laurel, junior, landscape architecture major.

Mt. Olivet Preschool registration

Mt. Olivet Preschool begins community-wide registration at 9 a.m. on Monday, March 3, for the 2008-09 school year. Interested individuals are invited to visit the preschool during the month of February.

Mt. Olivet Preschool is a Christian outreach mission of Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church. Small class size allows us to tailor instruction to the needs of our students social, emotional, physical and academic needs. Benchmarks are reviewed as children are moved towards a successful transition into a kindergarten situation.

Classes are offered for children two-years through pre-kindergarten. Contact Linda Stephenson at 629-4452 to schedule a visit, or for additional information.

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Women’s Day celebration honors two area educators Dr. Audrey K. Doberstein and Dr. Reba Ross Hollingsworth will be honored at the 13th Women’s Day Celebration at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 5 at The Clubhouse at Baywood in Long Neck.

The event, which is presented by Delaware Technical & Community College and the Owens Campus Alumni Association, highlights the achievements of exemplary Delaware women and benefits the Alumni Association Scholarship Fund.

Dr. Audrey K. Doberstein, a Wilmington resident, earned a doctorate in educational administration from the University of Pennsylvania. After beginning her career as an elementary school teacher, she served on the faculties of the University of Louisville, Cheyney State College, and the University of Delaware.

She has served as the chairperson of review teams for the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, the state education boards in Delaware and New Jersey, and is past president of the board of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. She helped found Dorado Academy, a private, non-profit school in Puerto Rico and established a consulting firm which provided services to non-profit higher education agencies.

In 1979, Dr. Doberstein began her tenure as the first and only woman to head a four-year college in Delaware. During her 26-year presidency, Wilmington College grew from two sites to six, offering 24 undergraduate programs, 16 graduate

programs, and a doctorate in education. The expansion included a partnership with Delaware Tech to offer bachelor’s degree and graduate studies at the Georgetown campus via evening, weekend, and accelerated Dr. Doberstein programs for working adults.

Dr. Doberstein has served as director and/or trustee for various civic organizations and is the recipient of several awards for her distinguished contributions and services. Now retired, Dr. Doberstein spends time with her husband, four children and five grandchildren.

Dr. Reba Ross Hollingsworth, a native Delawarean and Dover resident, is an action-oriented lady who has followed her dreams and inspired others to follow theirs. After earning a bachelor’s degree from Delaware State College, Dr. Hollingsworth taught home economics and science for 12 years at William C. Jason High School in Georgetown. In 1966, she began employment as a guidance counselor at Dover High School and worked in that position until her retirement in 1988.

In 2001, following doctoral work and advanced studies at several institutions, Dr. Hollingsworth earned her Ph.D. in

Academic courses offered now at a Delaware’s ‘virtual’ school

By Catherine Shufelt Middle and high school students in the State of Delaware now have an interesting way to take classes.

Since Jan. 22, students can take courses online if their school participates in a new program offered by the Delaware Center for Educational Technology called the Delaware Virtual School.

A virtual school provides academic courses for middle to high school students through web-based services. Students are able to take classes any time and place they wish, and can progress at their own pace by using computers with Internet access.

The Delaware Center for Educational Technology and the Delaware Department of Education developed the plan to offer courses online over a three-year period.

During the first year, courses are offered through already existing online course providers such as Florida Virtual School and Apex Learning. After that, participating Delaware school districts will offer their own classes with their own teachers.

During this first year’s pilot program, teachers will be trained to work with the online programs and will then develop their own courses for their home districts.

Online courses are part of a trend worldwide to offer “distance learning” options for students at all levels, including college. Twenty-seven schools in the state

are currently participating in the pilot program with over 250 students enrolled statewide.

Some of the courses being offered now at schools such as Woodbridge High School are Algebra I and Pre-Calculus; Spanish I and II; and courses in American Government. Even courses such as Physical Education will eventually be offered online.

After teachers are trained in how to conduct online courses, the number and types of courses will be expanded to include Advanced Placement and credit recovery courses.

Dr. Wayne Hartschuh, executive director of the Delaware Center for Educational Technology, stated that during this initial year of the program, costs are being covered by the state. However, in the future, school districts will pay for at least part of the costs for the program along with the state. He also explained that the current first year pilot program will help work out logistical and technological issues that can occur with online courses.

The current budget shows the first year (2008-2009) costing $1.2 million, the second year (2009-2010) $2.6 million, and the third year (2010-2011) $3.6 million.

Costs will rise as more classes are offered and more students are enrolled.

For more information on the Delaware Virtual School, visit the school’s website at http://www.dcet.k12.de.us/dvs/.

counseling from Pacific Western University. She is a nationally certified counselor, participating in the standardization of the National Counselor Certification Test.

Over the years, she has been an adjunct professor at Dr. Hollingsworth the University of LaVerne, Delaware State University, and Wilmington College, counseling practicum supervisor for the University of Delaware, Southern Illinois University, and Wilmington College.

In addition to being co-owner with her husband of Hollingsworth and Hollingsworth Consultant Services, Dr. Hollingsworth is and has been involved with numerous civic and professional organizations and is the recipient of various awards and honors. Due to her experiences with segregation, racism, and discrimination followed by affirmative action and desegregation, Dr. Hollingsworth used her influence to enact laws that protect individual rights and privileges. As one friend noted, “She was not just here when history was made, she was making history.”

The Alumni Legacy Scholarship is being funded by Karen Propes Burroughs in memory of her mother Mary Louise Propes. Underwriter for the event is the

Sussex County Council. The reception sponsor is Dr. Patricia Susan Slaughter of CSI The Banking Group, in honor of Grace Green Slaughter. Table sponsors are Pat Campbell-White, the Cape Gazette, Delaware Electric Cooperative, the University of Delaware, and Wilmington University. Tickets are $35 per person. For information or to purchase tickets, call Alison Buckley, alumni coordinator, at 302855-1607.

Number lists school closings Delaware’s Departments of Technology and Information (DTI) and Department of Education (DOE) have launched a new voice activation system, which provides school closing and other school status information via telephone. The phone number is tollfree (877-831-7215) and permits parents, teachers, staff and students statewide to use any phone to obtain school status information any time day or night. Callers may request information for multiple schools, one school at a time, while the system permits the same information to be repeated up to three times per call.

Additionally, the information is also available on the school closing website, accessible via www.delaware.gov, state government’s primary informational website.

St. John’s Preschool Will begin its registration for the 2008-2009 School Year beginning Wednesday, March 5, at 8:30 a.m.

St. John’s Preschool offers preschool classes for Children ages 2-5 years of age Drop by and visit us during our Open House on Tuesday, February 26 From 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Located at Pine & Poplar St., Seaford Call 629-2289 for further information State-Licensed Preschool

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MORNING STAR • FEBRUARY 14 - 20, 2008 Downtown Seaford

The perfect Valentine’s Day might be all about the light Searching for romance on this, Cupid’s favorite day of the year?

YNN ARKS Well, I have a suggestion for the perfect gift. Something that is sure “Don’t you think I look to restore a sense of youth to a ten years older than I did middle-aged, “I’d rather watch television” kind of relationship. two months ago?” I asked A new bathroom light. My husmy husband over dinner, band brought one home last week and installed it in our upstairs bath- the lights suitably dimmed room without me knowing, and as far as I am concerned, he never has so I didn’t scare him. to give me another Valentine’s Day bathroom mirror. There it was, and there I present.

Our son was married earlier this month was, every time I brushed my teeth, and our daughter was married in October. washed my face or stepped out of the And while both occasions were lovely and shower. Thanks goodness none of those both new in-laws are wonderful people, things takes too long, I thought. there is nothing that screams aging like And then, one day, I looked at myself having two children married in four in the bathroom mirror and there was the months. Even before the second marriage, face, rosy and bright-eyed, that I used to I had decided that my looks, mediocre as know. A miracle! Maybe, I thought, the they were to begin with, were not even whole aging thing was temporarily tempothat anymore. rary.

“Don’t you think I look ten years older “Hey,” my husband called to me from than I did two months ago?” I asked my the bedroom, interrupting my self admirahusband over dinner, the lights suitably tion.

“What do you think of the new light dimmed so I didn’t scare him.

I got?”

“You will always be beautiful to me,” I hadn’t even noticed. But instead of he answered. A nice thing to say but let’s the old fluorescent bulb that had graced face it — that’s not really answering the the ceiling, and which had required the ocquestion, is it? casional whack to get started, there was a Every day, a look in the bathroom mirror showed another wrinkle, another sag to new fluorescent bulb.

“I got ‘natural’ instead of ‘white,’” my the chin. I began to understand the desperation of Dorian Gray. husband continued. “Do you think it And when I went to an area department makes the room look better?” store to find a suitably glittery outfit to Indeed, the bathroom, already painted wear to my son’s wedding, the mirrors in pink, was enveloped in a rosy glow, much the changing rooms were especially harsh. nicer than its atmosphere under the old I don’t know who hangs those things but light. And I was enveloped with it. Somethe angles at which they are set show times, the wisdom of my husband knows views that no middle-aged woman should no bounds. ever have to see.

So for those of you who have yet to After our son’s wedding in early Februbuy a Valentine’s Day gift, I have a sugary, when the back corner of my closet was decorated with two glittery, shimmer- gestion. Instead of chocolate, which will only add to those unattractive bulges, and ing outfits, I decided never to look in a flowers, which will only droop and fade in mirror again. “Look away,” I reminded a sharp reminder of the shortness of life, myself when I walked past the old oaksurprise your sweetheart with a natural frame mirror in the living room. “Turn your head!” I yelled when I almost caught fluorescent bulb or two. While Russell Stover and FTD may not be happy with a glimpse of my profile in the mirror that your choices, Dorian Gray, Juan Ponce de came from my aunt’s bedroom and now Leon and all the other searchers for eterhangs in my dining room.

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Seaford Star Sports

Seaford’s Spencer Noel swims the 200 meter freestyle event at the Henlopen Conference Championships last Saturday at Lake Forest. Noel finished third with a time of 2:16.81. He also finished first in the 100 meter breaststroke with a time of 1:14.63.

The Seaford boys’ team won the meet for the second year in a row. Photo by Gene Bleile

Seaford boys’ swim team wins Henlopen Conference meet title Halter named 'Vince Morris Outstanding Male Swimmer'

By Gene Bleile For the second straight year in a row, the Seaford boys’ swim team has claimed the Henlopen Conference championship with a winning score of 293 points. Their next closest opponent was Caesar Rodney High School, which actually led the meet at the break over Seaford 103-99, but finished a distant second place with a total score of 224 points.

Seaford’s Andrew Halter had an outstanding day in the Lake Forest pool, winning two individual races and participating in two other winning relay races.

At the end of the meet, he was awarded the Outstanding Male Swimmer award for the second straight year. The award was renamed the Vince Morris Outstanding Male Swimmer in honor of the late Seaford Athletic Director.

Halter and his teammates, Spencer Noel, Drew Venables and Lee Mayer started the meet with a new HAC record time in the 200 medley relay at 1:54.44.

Halter also finished first place in the 100 meter freestyle (55.82) and first in 100 backstroke, breaking the Henlopen Con-

The Blue Jays’ George Blanchard prepares to make a throw during the Henlopen Conference’s boys’ shotput event. Blanchard finished first in the conference. Photo by Mike McClure

Keyshawn Purnell is shown taking off on the final phase of a 43’ triple jump that made him the Henlopen Conference champion and the top ranked jumper in the state. Photo by Baxter Smith

The Lady Jays’ Olivia Bradham swims the breast stroke lap of the 200 meter individual medley at the Henlopen Conference championships. Bradham finished fourth with a time of 2:51.89. Photo by Gene Bleile

ference record (1:01.84) with a time of 1:00.60. This was the fourth year in a row that he has won the title.

Along with his 400 meter freestyle relay teammates (Lee Mayer, Cory Darden, Drew Venables), Halter finished his Henlopen Conference career with another first place finish.

MAKING THE VAULT- Seaford’s Page Johnson, shown attempting to clear the bar during the girls’ pole vault competition, placed first in the Henlopen Conference meet for the second straight year. See results on page 47. Photo by Mike McClure

Continued on page 45

Last Tuesday was Senior Recognition day for the Blue Jay swim team.Pictured left to right: Girls’ head coach Alison Swain, senior Trevor Lee, senior Azusa Koike, Japanese exchange student, senior Andrew Halter, senior Jeanmarie Ferber, senior Drew Venables and boys’ head coach Jackie Morris Photo by Gene Bleile

SENIOR NIGHT- Shown (l to r) during the Seaford wrestling senior night are: Alyssa Matriccino (manager), Megan Mullins (manager), Tyler Ruark, Kory Hearn, and Dan Flagg.

Photo by David Elliott

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JAYS AND WILDCATS- Seaford’s Brian Wright, top, had a pin against Delmar’s Dominique Showell in last week’s 145 pound match. Seaford went on to win the dual meet, 45-30, thanks to six pins. Photo by Mike McClure

DOGS AND JAYSAbove, the Bulldogs’ L.J. Watts, right, picked up a pin in his 135 pound match against Seaford’s Matt Joseph last Friday in Seaford. Laurel won the match, 48-22. Also shown is Seaford’s Vincent Glover and Laurel’s Ezra Owens battling for a loose ball during last week’s boys’ basketball game in Laurel.

Photos by David Elliott and Mike McClure

LONG SHOT- Seaford’s Ambre’ Burbage hits a three point shot in the fourth quarter against Laurel. The Lady Bulldogs’ Tykia Briddell (11) and Brooke Evans (23) use a zone defense to try and stop the shot. Photo by Gene Bleile

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Lady Jays down six points at the half, defeat Lady Bulldogs, 41-31

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Seaford Stars of the Week

By Gene Bleile The Lady Jays and Lady Bulldogs squared off last Thursday night in a Southern Conference showdown that saw a first quarter dominated by a tight zone defense by each team, missed shots and numerous turnovers to end with Laurel ahead, 8-6.

The second quarter opened with an offensive rebound by Twila McCrea to give Laurel a quick 10-6 lead, which they later pushed to 16-9 on back-to-back baskets

by Brooke Evans. Seaford managed a steal and lay up by Anitra Hughes at the buzzer to cut the lead back to 20-14 at the half.

“I told my team not to let Laurel be the spoiler of our record in the southern division (8-0),” head coach Chandra Phillips said after the game. “I tried to light a fire under them and later we made some adjustments to break the game wide open.”

Those adjustments included a full court press by Seaford in the third quarter that rattled the Laurel ball handlers in the back court and that eventually led to numerous turnovers.

Seaford took the lead at 5:39 in the quarter off an inbounds pass and basket

by Samantha Savage at 23-22.

Seaford then ran off six unanswered points by Ambre’ Burbage and Dee Farlow and when Laurel finally scored again on a basket at the .22 second mark by McCrea, the Jays had a 28-24 lead. The Jays had outscored the Bulldogs 14-4 in the quarter.

At the 6:06 mark in the fourth quarter, Laurel tied the game 28-28 on a jump shot by Evans, but Seaford slowly pulled ahead again on shots by Burbage, Savage and Hughes to a cushion of 35-30 with under two minutes left.

Coach Phillips made her next adjustment on the clock by having her offense keep the ball outside the Laurel zone and then force the Bulldogs to play man-forman defense. In the last minute, Seaford picked up another Savage basket on an inbounds pass and two free throws on forced fouls by Laurel to win the game 41-31.

For Laurel, Tomorrow Briddell had

Male Athlete of the Week- Kirk Neal- Seaford Seaford’s Kirk Neal continued his solid season with a pair of wins last week. Neal had a pin against Delmar last Wednesday before winning by major decision in his 119 pound match against Laurel on Friday.

The Lady Jays’ Dee Farlow shoots a jump shot just inside the three point circle. Farlow made the shot after a steal

by Ambre’ Burbage and a fast break pass in the third period against Laurel.

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nine points, McCrea and Sharay Smith eight points each and Evans had six points. The Bulldogs were 5-for-17 from the free throw line.

Seaford’s Ambre’ Burbage had 15 points, followed by Farlow with nine points and Savage and Hughes with eight each. The Jays were 7-for-19 from the foul line.

Seaford is now 9-0 in conference play and 12-7 overall. Laurel is 6-4 in the conference and 11-6 overall.

Female Athlete of the WeekPage Johnson- Seaford Page Johnson- Seaford- Seaford’s Page Johnson placed first in the Henlopen Conference indoor track and field meet’s pole vault competition for the second year in a row last week in Snow Hill. Johnson’s vault of 8’ gave her a second straight conference title.

Honorable mention- Ambre’ Burbage- Seaford; Dee Farlow- Seaford; Lindsay James- Seaford; Jennifer Hoffman- Seaford; Heather Solomon- Woodbridge; Tiarrah Hinton- Woodbridge; Paige Venables- Seaford; Olivia Bradham- Seaford; Jamie Swain- Seaford; Jenna Schrock- Woodbridge; Leigh Powell- Sussex Tech; Tiffany Savage- Sussex Tech; Shamar Suggs- Sussex Tech; Crystal Wilson- Sussex Tech; Andrew Halter- Seaford; Spencer Noel- Seaford; Drew Venables- Seaford; Marcus Wright- Seaford; Josh Smith- Seaford; Yvens St. Phard- Seaford; Josh OwensSeaford; Vincent Glover- Seaford; Vashad Whidbee- Woodbridge; Jordan MosleyWoodbridge; George Blanchard- Seaford; Keyshawn Purnell- Seaford; Eliezer Dorelus- Seaford; Gernie Purnell- Seaford; Robert Pinchak- Woodbridge; Derek Nennstiehl- Woodbridge; Jacob Mitchell- Sussex Tech; Darius Sivels- Sussex Tech; Jamar Beckett- Sussex Tech; Alex Thomas- Sussex Tech

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Woodbridge varsity girls’ basketball wins one of two The Woodbridge varsity girls’ basketball team topped Campus Community, 50-15, last Wednesday before falling to Indian River, 40-34, on Thursday. Kera Sampson led the Raiders with 10 points and Leah Bowman and Jenna Schrock each had eight points in Wednesday’s non-conference win. Schrock had 10 points and Taylor West added six in Woodbridge’s loss to the Indians.

Woodbridge track team take part in Tower Hill meet The Woodbridge varsity boys’ and girls’ indoor track and field teams took part in last Saturday’s meet at Tower Hill. The following are the Raiders’ results: Girls- 400- 10. Grace Reardon, 1:10.84; 55 meter hurdles- 6. Tiarrah Hinton, 10.68; 800- 9. Reardon, 2:42.24; long jump- 9. Angela Fitze, 10’ 2” Boys- 4X800- 7. Woodbridge (Levi Jacobson, Micah Idler, Nathan Rathbone, Spencer Williams), 9:29.09; 200- 10. Austin Butler, 26.57; 800- 7. Jacobson, 2:16.17; 4X400- 6. Woodbridge (Jacobson, Reuss Idler, Butler, Derek Nennstiehl), 3:55.93; shotput- 7. Ales Matos, 34’ 8 1/2”; triple jump- 7. Micah Idler, 36’ 6 1/2”

Woodbridge boys’ basketball blows past Indians, 87-50 The Woodbridge boys’ basketball team remained unbeaten in Henlopen South play with an 87-50 win over Indian River last Friday. The Raiders held a 22-11 lead after one quarter of play and held a 30-19 advantage in the second quarter for a 52-30 halftime lead. Vashad Whidbee led the way with 24 points and Jordan Mosley had 15

Woodbridge’s Robert Pinchak, shown during the Henlopen Conference winter track and field meet’s shotput event, finished second in the event with a throw of 39’4”. Photo by Mike McClure

Seaford’s Obenson Oscar placed sixth in the Henlopen Conference in the long jump and was fourth in the triple jump.

Seaford placed second in the conference meet last week in Snow Hill. Photo

by Mike McClure

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BETWEEN THE LINES

By Gene Bleile, Seaford Sports reb60315@yahoo.com

Blue Raiders must beat tough odds to capture first state title Seaford was the last downstate and Sussex County team to beat long shot odds and win a state championship in basketball in 1997. In 1980 and 1981 Indian River beat the odds and before that Cape Henlopen did the same in 1975 and 1976 to become the first team from Sussex County to win a state title. See a disturbing pattern here over the last 40 years of state title play, starting in 1967?

In the upcoming Henlopen Conference playoffs and state tournament games, I feel the next Cinderella team from Sussex County could very well be the Woodbridge Raiders, but the odds are stacked against them to a bring home a title.

The odds are against any small Southern Henlopen Conference school to win any title in a state tournament system that pits private “All-Star” schools, tech schools and public schools with large student populations against small rural schools.

Woodbridge has the fire power to be the best in the state, Vashad Whidbee and K’yan Andrews average close to 20 points each per game, while Deaven Horne, Jordan Mosley, Jorge Young, Andre Dickerson, Javontae Dale, Shawn Colson and Marcus Nock round out a great team effort, but they must play focused, hardnosed basketball and restrain their emotions on the court against all opponents. In other words, they must be all business and not lose sight of the bigger prize.

Case in point, they were ahead of the Putnam City team from Oklahoma (ranked 48th in the nation) by nine points in the third quarter and three starting the fourth in the Christmas Bay Ball Classic, but the team lost its focus and the game, 66-54.

Head coach Damon Ayers knows the dangers of a team losing its composure and giving up a lead. “We played hard against Oklahoma and did a good job overall, but we lost our focus midway in the third quarter after a K’yan Andrews dunk,” he said. “There was a lot of crowd noise and on court distractions after that dunk and we lost our focus. We eventually

gave up a nine point lead and lost the game.”

Chances are the Woodbridge fans won’t let that happen again, but the Raiders can’t fall victim to any distraction on the tournament road ahead on or off the court.

Besides the Putnam City loss (as of Feb. 8), the Raiders have also lost to Lower Merion, Pa., (Bay Ball Classic), Sussex Central and Caesar Rodney, but I feel that the losses to CR and Sussex will only make the team play harder going into the playoffs. A championship team will learn from their past mistakes and adjust accordingly.

Coach Ayers has also given his players exposure to upstate competition during the preseason, which will be valuable experience later on in tournament play. “We scrimmaged against Caravel, Glasgow and Sallies to give our team the opportunity to play against guys who were 6’ 7” or so, for a different look and the needed experience,” he said.

If the Raiders are to beat the odds this year, the road to the championship will eventually pass through New Castle County and the teams to beat will include Glasgow, Caravel, Hodgson and Newark. I wish them the best along the way.

Blue Jay Notebook: * As of the week of Feb. 4, Hodgson was ranked number one and Woodbridge number two in the state (pending their recent loss to Caesar Rodney, they could move down to third or fourth). *In 2007 Christiana won the state basketball title * In 2006 Tatnall won the state basketball title * The only other downstate teams to ever win a state title were Caesar Rodney (1984) and Milford (1971). It’s past time for a new tournament system that gives small schools a fair chance to compete and win.

Why not a Division I and Division II state tournament system similar to football and wrestling?

Laurel defeats Seaford, 48-22; records five pins

By Gene Bleile Last Friday night, the Seaford Blue Jays hosted the Laurel Bulldogs in a hard fought match that saw a total of eight pins and a final score of Laurel 48, Seaford 22. Laurel led from the opening forfeit by Seaford at the 112 weight class through the entire match.

The Jays closed to 6-4 with a major decision by Kirk Neal over Marco Hernandez in the 119 weight. class, but then in the 125 pound weight class Zach Toad-

vine pinned Seaford’s Jordan Stanley to open up a 12-4 lead. The Jays rallied again, when Jordan German pinned Anthony Dickens at 4:48 in the third period of the 130 weight class to close the score to 12-10.

The Bulldogs then ran off five straight wins from the 135 weight class to the 160 weight class to put the match away. In the 135 pound weight class L.J. Watts pinned Matt Joseph, Aaron Givens recorded a Continued on page 45

Blue Jays pull away from Laurel boys in second half

By Mike McClure The Seaford varsity boys’ basketball team held a 12 point lead over Laurel at half-time of last Friday’s game in Laurel before opening the second half with a 12-2 run. The Blue Jays went on to defeat the Bulldogs, 64-48.

Seaford’s Ryan Purnell hit a jumper to give his team a 10-4 lead early on. Laurel’s Jernell Ross added a basket before Seaford’s Daniel Dorvilier made a pair of free throws for a 12-6 Blue Jay lead through one quarter of play.

Seaford scored eight of first 10 points of the second quarter for 20-8 lead as Tyree Davis scored four points. Ezra Owens and DaShawn Griffin each scored four points to keep the Bulldogs within nine points (2314). The Jays ended the first half with a 7-4 edge to take a 30-18 lead into half time.

Vincent Glover had eight points, Davis Blue Jays’ Mavenson Saincy takes netted six second half points and Purnell and The the ball to the hole during his team’s Dorvilier each scored four points for road win last week. Saincy had seven Seaford. Griffin paced the Bulldogs with five points in Seaford’s victory over Laurel. points in the opening half and Owens and Photo by Mike McClure Ross each had four points.

The Blue Jays opened the second half with a 12-2 run to take a 42-20 advantage as four different Seaford players scored including Mavenson Saincy who tallied five points including a three-pointer. Seaford took a 48-28 lead into the final quarter thanks to Saincy’s five points and four points each from Purnell and Glover.

Laurel moved within 17 points (60-43) on five points by Treyon Parker and four points by Kline Valentin, but Seaford went on to win the game, 64-48.

Glover led all scorers with 16 points, Purnell had nine points, Owens and Davis netted eight points each, and Saincy added seven. Griffin led Laurel with nine points, Parker tallied eight points, and Owens and Valentin each had six.

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MORNING STAR • FEBRUARY 14 - 20, 2008 Senior swimming continued

Seaford’s Yvens St. Phard, right, had one of his team’s three pins during last week’s home meet against Laurel last week. Photo by David Elliott

Seaford wrestling continued tech fall against the Jays C.R. Wilkins at the 140 wt. class, Chris Cutsail defeated Brian Wright at the 145 pound weight class, Lineker Valladares pinned Seaford’s Tyler Ruark at the 152 weight class and Josh Kosiorowski pinned C.J. Martinez at the 160 weight class to give Laurel a 38-10 lead.

The Jays’ Yvens St. Phard recorded Seaford’s second pin against Dan Rubino in the second period at 3:29 in the 171 weight class, but Laurel answered back in the 189 weight class with a major decision by David Bartee over James Betts.

The final two matches of the night were split with a pin by Seaford’s Josh Smith over John Whitby at 1:12 in the first period of the 215 weight class and Laurel’s Jerry Henry pinning Marcus Wright at 1:46 in the first period of the heavy weight class.

Last Saturday night Seaford closed out their season with a 45-24 loss to Lake Forest at home. The highlights for the Jays included three pins on the night. C.J. Martinez (160), Yvens St. Phard (171) and Marcus Wright (heavyweight) all recorded six points for the Jays in the loss.

Seaford wrestling records six pins to defeat Delmar, 45-30

By Mike McClure

MOVING?

The Seaford varsity wrestling team recorded six pins to defeat Delmar, 45-30, last Wednesday in Delmar. Josh Smith (215) and Marcus Wright (285) sealed the Blue Jays’ win with pins in the last two matches of the night after the Wildcats pulled within three (33-30) following a technical fall win by Justin Thomas (189).

Seaford’s Anthony Taylor (103) and Delmar’s Blaine Peters (112) each won by forfeit before the Jays’ Kirk Neal (119) and the Wildcats’ Cody Harman (125) recorded pins to knot the score at 12-12. Seaford’s Jordan German (130) topped Noah Vincent, 93, and Delmar’s Jose Flores (135) won by injury default. The Blue Jays took a 21-18 lead on a pin by C.R. Wilkins (140) at :38.

Seaford’s Brian Wright (145) and Tyler Ruark (152) followed suit with pins to up the Jays’ lead to 33-19. Ruark and Delmar’s Jeremy Layton were tied (5-5) at the end of the first period with Layton leading, 12-11, after two periods. Ruark held a 13-12 advantage before making a takedown and pinning Layton with 1:17 left in the match.

Delmar’s Taylor Ballard (160) won by major decision, 11-1, and teammate Joe Pete (171) added a 2-0 win over Yvens St. Phard for his 100th career win. The technical fall win by Thomas (1:28, 25-10) made the score 33-30.

Smith recorded his pin with 36.3 seconds left in the first period and Wright ended the meet with a pin with 48.8 seconds left in the second period.

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Spencer Noel also took a first place in the meet for the Jays winning the 100 meter breaststroke with a time of 1:14.63 and teammates Drew Venables and Phillip DeMott finished second (1:14.65) and third (1:18.00) respectively for a sweep of the event.

The Lady Jays’ swimmers finished second at the Henlopen Conference meet, moving up two places from the previous year.

Seaford lost to Cape Henlopen 294231, but finished ahead of Caesar Rodney, Milford, Lake Forest, Dover and Sussex Central. Paige Venables had the highest finish of the day, with a second place in the 100 meter breaststroke with a time of 1:23.96. This time also broke the 2000 SHS Pool Record of Kim Terry (1:16.15) with a new yard time of 1:15.64.

Head coach Alison Venables was happy with the overall finish this year and her team’s performance. “I was so pleased with our second place finish at championships this year. Last year we finished fourth and our goal this year was to finish second and we reached it,” she said after the meet.

“The girls did a great job Saturday and it was a pleasure to coach them all year.

The girls are heading in the right direction, but it will be hard to fill the shoes of our out going seniors Olivia Bradham and Jeanmarie Ferber,” she said.

Meet results: Boys- 200 medley relay, 1- Seaford, 1:54.44 (HAC Record); 200 freestyle- 3.

Spencer Noel, 2:16.18, 7. Alex Welding,

PAGE 45 2:27, 8. Trevor Lee, 2:28; 200 IM- 3. Lee Mayer, 2:23.62, 5. Phillip DeMott, 2:41.40, 50 free- 4. Drew Venables, 26.11, 5. Cory Darden, 1:26.30, 10.

Daniel DeMott, 27.28; 100 butterfly- 2.

Tim Halter, 1:08.97, 7. Daniel DeMott, 1:10.66; 100 freestyle- 1. Andrew Halter, 55.82, 8. Trevor Lee, 1:02.68, 11. Jon Schwinn, 1:06.27; 400 meter freestyle10. Alex Welding, 5:20.81, 14. Ryan Stewart, 5;58.03; 200 meter freestyle relay- 1. Seaford, 1:46.77; 100 meter backstroke- 1. Andrew Halter, 1:00.60 (HAC Record), 4. Tim Halter, 1:06.46, 5. Lee Mayer, 1:08.68; 100 breaststroke- 1.

Spencer Noel, 1:14.63, 2. Drew Venables, 1:14.65, 3. Phillip DeMott, 1:18.00; 400 meter freestyle relay- 1. Seaford, 3:52.80.

Girls- 200 medley relay- 2. Seaford, 2:16.59; 200 meter freestyle- 5. Jeanmarie Ferber, 2:33.44, 9. Kelly Kimpton, 2:43.57, 10. Emily Hubbard, 2:44.14; 200 meter IM- 4. Olivia Bradham, 2:52.89, 10. Alexis Carey, 3:05.83, 13. Alison Schwinn, 3:22.12; 50 meter freestyle- 3.

Jamie Swain, 29.52, 5. Chelsea Procino, 30.93; 100 meter butterfly- 3. Paige Venables, 1:17.09, 8. Taylor Swain, 1:28.60; 100 meter freestyle- 3. Olivia Bradham, 1:06.14, 5. Chelsey Procino, 1:08.96; 400 meter freestyle- 6. Emily Hubbard, 5:48.51, 9. Alexis Carey, 5:51.62, 10.

Kelly Kimpton, 6:00.09; 200 meter freestyle relay- 2. Seaford, 2:01.50; 100 backstroke- 4. Jamie Swain, 1:18.71, 9.

Taylor Swain, 1:26.64, 14. Alison Schwinn, 1:29.45; 100 breaststroke- 2.

Paige Venables, 1:23.96, 6. Alex Smith, 1:32.00, 11. Jenna Wills, 1:35.27; 200 freestyle relay- 3. Seaford, 4:45.24.

Late breaking scores, photos can be found on page 48.

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Young Adults High games and series Scott Robinson 264 Justin Sherman 700 Tara Murphy 229 Courtney Sherman 616

Baby Blue Jays High games and series Nolan Lamonlagne 183, 337 Kayla Arnett 155, 300

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Seaford Department of Recreation holding spring signups Last Saturday at the Henlopen Conference Championship swim meet at Lake Forest High School, Seaford’s Andrew Halter, left, and Milford’s Lexi Coon were named the Vince Morris Outstanding Male and Female Swimmer at the conclusion of the meet.

Halter set two new individual Henlopen Conference records and also participated on two additional winning relay teams. Photo by Aerin Donovan, Lake Forest meet director

Boys clinch Henlopen swim title; girls finish second

By Gene Bleile Coach Jackie Morris on the Seaford boys’ Henlopen championship season, “I strongly believe that success is a reflection of your efforts and this team has put forth the effort.”

Who says lightening can’t strike twice in the same place? For the second year in a row, the Seaford boys’ swim team finished in first place in the Henlopen Conference dual meets with an unbeaten record 6-0 in conference (11-0) overall), while the girls’ team finished in second place to Cape Henlopen with a 5-1 record (9-2 overall).

Both teams arrived at that record last Tuesday against Lake Forest in the final home meet for the Blue Jays. The boys defeated the Vikings 118-45, while the girls followed suit with a 103-67 win.

Head coach Jackie Morris was happy and proud of her team’s accomplishments this past season. “The boys finished the dual meet season with an 11-0 record. This is the second 11-0 record for seniors Andrew Halter and Drew Venables. When they were freshmen, they helped lead the team to an 11-0 record and conference championship. In 2007, we were conference champions with a 10-2 record,” she said.

“It’s the swimmers on the team that make each conference win special. They deserve all the credit; they set their goals and put in the time. The joy for me is watching them achieve their goals,” Morris said.

The Lady Jays also capped off a great season with their only loss coming at the hands of the Cape Henlopen Lady Vikings earlier in the year. Head coach Alison Swain takes it all in stride and is looking forward to the Henlopen Conference Championship meet.

“Against Lake Forest we had several more personal records set and we now have a total of five girls qualified for the state meet. I am glad the girls are continuing to show improvement moving into the final championship meet of the season,” she said.

Boys’ meet results200 medley relay- 1. Seaford, 1:45.19; 200 free- 1. Cory Darden, 2:02.92; 200 IM1. Tim Halter, 2:17.98; 50 free- 1. Lee Mayer, 23.23; 100 fly- 1. Drew Venables, 1:00.02; 100 free- 1. Alex Welding, 58.11; 500 free- 1. Andrew Halter, 5:20.60, 200 free relay- 1. Seaford, 1:39:37; 100 backstroke- 1. Andrew Halter, 58.95; 100 breaststroke1. Spencer Noel, 1:07.40; 400 free relay- 1. Seaford, 3:36.93 Girls’ meet results: 200 medley relay- 2. Seaford, 2:09.42; 200 free- 3. Kelly Kimpton, 2:31.08; 200 IM- 2. Jamie Swain, 2:39.79; 50 free- 1. Paige Venables, 27.63; 100 fly- 1. Taylor Swain, 1:15.88; 100 free- 1. Jeanmarie Ferber, 1:02.17; 500 free- 2. Emily Hubbard, 6:57.67; 200 free relay- 1. Seaford, 1:57.22; 100 backstroke- 1. Jamie Swain, 1:09.05; 100 breaststroke- 2. Alex Smith, 1:23.83; 400 free relay- 1. Seaford, 4:29.29

Nanticoke Little League looking for managers, sponsors NLL is looking for managers- Nanticoke Little League will be mailing manager applications to past (2007) managers. If you were not a manager in 2007 but would like to be considered for 2008, please contact Nanticoke Little League at 302-6299209. Please leave your name, address, and phone number and an application will be mailed to you. All manager applications are due by Feb. 24.

NLL needs sign sponsors- Nanticoke Little League is currently looking for sign sponsors for all fields at the Williams Pond complex. Sponsors can advertise their company or organization while supporting the local little league program. Please contact Sherry Smith at 841-2226 for more information.

Signups going on now for the Seaford Department of Recreation’s spring basketball league. The co-ed league is open to ages 8-18 at a cost of $20 per person.

Co-ed and women’s volleyball leagues- The entry fee is $115 per team with entries to be done by phone. Co-ed league play Monday nights and women play Tuesday nights.

Men’s modified and slow-pitch softball leagues- Call 629-6809 for more information or to enter a team.

Co-ed softball- A co-ed softball league is now forming with games to be played on Sunday afternoon. There must be at least four teams to have a league.

Men’s flag football league- Games will be played on Sunday mornings. There is a coaches’ meeting March 4 at 7 p.m. at rec office. Call for more info.

Year-round programs offered- SDR’s year-round programs are also continuing at the recreation office including belly dancing and karate classes. Call for more info or to sign up. Karate is Monday and Wednesday nights and Belly Dancing is Thursdays.

Laurel Youth Sports basketball results (week of Feb. 4) Fifth, sixth, and seventh grade boys- Back Yard Truck and Auto 33, Daye’s Home Improvement 23- Raekwon DeShields scored 14 points and Martel Clark added seven points for Back Yard. DeShawn Reed tallied 16 points for Daye’s.

Mulligan Hauling 31, MAG 22- Bryce Bristow scored eight points and Brandon Steele had six points for Mulligan. Cole Gullett had six points for MAG.

Woodbridge Winter Sports Banquet to be held March 13 The Woodbridge Winter Athletic Banquet will be held Thursday, March 13 at 6:30 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. Tickets can be purchased from Mrs. Little or coach Lofland at a cost of $1 for athletes and $10 for all others. The deadline for purchasing tickets is March 6. The school dress code is required at the banquet.

Nanticoke Little League to hold signups in February Nanticoke Little League will be holding signups on the following dates and times: February 16 and 23- 9 a.m. to noon and February 27- 6-8 p.m. Registration will be held at the Home Team Realty office building on Stein Highway. The fee is $45 for the first child and $20 for additional children. Any registration after Feb. 27 will be charged a $10 late fee.

Sussex County Sports Foundation to hold baseball skills showcase Sussex County Sports Foundation is presenting the Delmarva Showcase, which is a baseball skills showcase for players to display their skills to college coaches. The event will take place on June 14 (rain date is June 15) at Sussex Technical High School in Georgetown.

The morning session will take place 9 a.m. to noon (first 50 registered players) and the afternoon session will be from 1 to 4 p.m. (first 50 registered players). The cost is $150 per participant per session and the registration deadline is June 1 (unless sessions are full prior to that date). Players registered prior to May 1 will receive a discount of $15 per session. Each participant can attend both sessions for $300.

Players must be high school freshman or older and must be from the Eastern Shore.

Players can choose two positions to showcase their skills. Interested participants can contact the Sussex County Sports Foundation at 302-644-7777 or send an email to info.box@scsportsfoundation.com.

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Local indoor track teams compete in Henlopen meet The following are the local results from the Henlopen Conference indoor track and field meet: Boys- Shot Put- 1. George Blanchard, Seaford, 40’10 1/2”; 2. Robert Pinchak, Woodbridge, 39’4”; 3. Bradley Snyder, Sussex Tech, 39’; 4. Clay Lester, Seaford, 38’ 1/2”; 5. Matt Lank, Seaford, 36’; Long Jump- 1. Darius Sivels, Sussex Tech, 21’6; 4.

Keyshawn Purnell, Seaford, 21’ 1”, 6. Obenson Oscar, Seaford, 19’ 4”; 4x800- 2.

Seaford (Trevor Lee, Andrew Hoffman, Rob Urell, Barrett Smith), 8:53.1; 4. Woodbridge (Levi Jacobson, Nathan Rathbone, Dustin Graves, Michah Idler), 9:04.4; 5. Sussex Tech (Aaron Betts, Wyatt Spellman, Jamie Price, Anil Chandrandt), 9:26.5; Hurdles- 5. Elizer Dorelus Seaford 8.17; 4x200- 3. Seaford (Obenson Oscar, Keyshawn Purnell, Elizer Dorelus, Gernie Purnell), 1:39.0, 5. Woodbridge (Levi Jacobson, Robert Pinchak, Austin Butler, Reuss Idler), 1:42.1; 55- 1. Darius Sivels, Sussex Tech, 6.84, 2.

Tyrone Hickman, Sussex Tech, 6.77, 6. Mykeal Purnell, Seaford, 6.99; 1600- 2. Dave Ricksecker, Sussex Tech, 4:34.6; 800- 3. Steve Spera, Sussex Tech, 2:08.2, 6. Barrett Smith, Seaford, 2:10; 400- 1. Gernie Purnell, Seaford, 53.7, 5. Trevor Lee, Seaford, 55.9, 6. Derek Nennstiehl, Woodbridge, 55.9; 3200- 5. Matt Seaton, Seaford, 11:17, 6.

Andrew Hoffmab, Seaford, 11:21.8; 200- 3. Darius Sivels, Sussex Tech, 24.09, 6.

Derek Nennstiehl, Woodbridge, 24.68; Triple Jump- 1. Keyshawn Purnell, Seaford, 43’ 4, 4. Obenson Oscar, Seaford, 40’, 5. Eliezer Doreus, Seaford, 39’ 9”; Boys’ 4x400- 2.

Woodbridge (Levi Jacobson, Russ Idler, Austin Butler, Derek Nennstiehl), 3:42.2, 3.

Seaford (Trevor Lee, Obenson Oscar, Rob Urell, Gernie Purnell), 3:46.3; Pole Vault1. Zack Hearn, Seaford, 11’ 6”; 4. Ethan Lee, Seaford; Triple Jump- 1. Keyshawn Purnell, Seaford, 43’ 4”, 4. Oscar, Seaford, 40’; High Jump- 4. Dorelus Girls- Pole Vault- 1. Page Johnson, Seaford, 8’0”; Long Jump- 1. Tiffany Savage, Sussex Tech, 15’ 5”, 5. Whitney Handy, Sussex Tech, 14’’7”; 4x800- 2. Sussex Tech (Emily Ritter, Dee Carillo, Korianne Flinn, Brittany Crezer), 11:19; 3. Seaford (Kelsey Riggleman, Kelsey Hoch, Erin Wooten, Lindsay James), 11:32.2; Shot Put- 1. Shamar Suggs ST 30’ 31/2”; 55 Hurdles- 1. Heather Solomon, Woodbridge, 8.76, 4. Crystal Wilson, Sussex Tech, 10.25, 6. Tiarah Hinton, Woodbridge 10.78; 4x200- 3. Sussex Tech (Cassy Galon, Crystal Wilson, Shanay Snead, Danee White), 1:55.2, 5. Woodbridge (Sarah Judy, Tiarrah Hinton, Grace Reardon, Heather Solomon), 1:59.1, 6.

Seaford (Kelsey Riggleman, Kelsey Hoch, Erin Quillen, Lindsay James), 2:02.3; High Jump- 3. Lindsay James, Seaford, 4’ 2”, 5. Tiffany Savage, Sussex Tech, 4’ 2, 6. Courtney Tolbert, Seaford, 4’ 0”; 1600- 3. Jenifer Hoffman, Seaford, 6:30.7, 5. Megan Jones, Seaford, 6:36.8, 6. Rachel Crum, Sussex Tech, 6:42.3; 800- 2. Emily Ritter, Sussex Tech, 2:37.8, 5. Grace Reardon, Woodbridge, 2:41.5; 4x400- 3. Woodbridge (Sarah Judy, Heather Solomon, Kelsey Johnson, Grace Reardon), 4:28.7, 5. Seaford (Kelsey Hoch, Lindsay James, Hailey Quillen, Kelsey Riggleman), 4:53.9, 6. Sussex Tech (Emily Ritter, Dee Carillo, Karian Flynn, Brittany Chesser), 4:58.5

Raven Roundup: Wrestling team wins two of three matches

By Mike McClure The Sussex Tech varsity wrestling team was edged by Cape Henlopen, 36-34, last Wednesday before defeating Polytech, 46-33, on Friday. The Ravens also earned a 7012 non-conference win over St. Andrew’s on Saturday.

On Wednesday, Ryelan Pavlik (145), Rob Wilgus (171), and Alex Thomas (189) recorded pins; Jamar Beckett (215) won by major decision, 12-4; and John Briddell (103) won, 6-4. Sussex Tech’s Wendell Cannon (130) also won by forfeit.

On Friday, Matt Bennett (112), Jeff Schaffer (152), Thomas (189), and Beckett (215) had pins for the Ravens. Wilgus (171) won by major decision, 11-0 and Briddell (103), Cannon (125), and Kyle Kunzler added wins by forfeit.

On Saturday, Bennett (112), Josh Smith (119), Cannon (130), Kunzler (135), Cole Magagnotti (140), Pavlik (145), A.J. Workman (152), Thomas (189), Beckett (215), and Aikeem Brewer (285) recorded pins for Sussex Tech. Briddell (103) and Evan Gillespie (125) won by forfeit.

Lady Ravens pick up a pair of wins- The Sussex Tech varsity girls’ basketball team defeated Polytech, 64-52, last Thursday in a Henlopen North contest before topping Padua, 33-30, on Saturday.

Four different Ravens scored in double digits on Thursday as Paige Morris netted 18 points, Sierra Laws scored 14, Leigh Powell had 11 points, and Bethany Callaway added 11 points. Joy White also scored nine points in the win.

On Saturday, Morris and Powell each had nine points and Callaway contributed seven points for Sussex Tech.

Ravens pull away from Panthers for 66-51 win- After trailing, 18-13, at the end of the first quarter, the Sussex Tech boys’ basketball team went on the defeat Polytech, 66-51. The Ravens outscored the Panthers, 53-33, in the final three quarters. Jacob Mitchell led Sussex Tech with 26 points and Jeffone Hill had 17 points.

Rebekah Ricksecker places first in Liberty Quad event Sussex Tech graduate Rebekah Ricksecker of Laurel placed first in the 800 meter run (2:19.47) during the Liberty Quad which took place on February 8. Ricksecker, a junior at Liberty University, was inadvertently left off the Star’s list of local graduates who are competing during the college winter sports season. If you know of any other local grads left off the list contact sports editor Mike McClure at sports@mspublications.com.

Seaford/Laurel Star sports section has a new e-mail address Got sports? Send your sports scores, photos, and press releases to the Star’s new sports e-mail address: sports@mspublications.com. Call sports editor Mike McClure at 302-629-9788 with any questions.

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SEAFORD RELAY- Seaford’s 4x800 m relay team earned second place medals at the Henlopen Conference indoor meet last week. Shown (l to r): Trevor Lee, Rob Urell, Andrew Hoffman, and Barrett Smith. Photo by Baxter Smith

The Blue Jays Byron Stackhouse takes a jump shot from the top of the key against the Wildcats defense of No. 23 Fernandez Batson and No. 11 Trea Spence at the end of the game last Tuesday night. Fernandez had a game high 29 points for Delmar.

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Seaford/Laurel Star Tuesday high school scoreboard Girls’ basketball- Laurel 52, Woodbridge 23- Sharay Smith led Laurel with 14 points, Tomorrow Briddell added 11 points, and Brooke Evans had nine points. Jenna Schrock scored six points for the Raiders.

Cape Henlopen 51, Sussex Tech 23- Leigh Powell tallied nine points for the Ravens.

Boys’ basketball- Woodbridge 96, Laurel 39- K’yan Andrews scored 16 points, Jorge Young netted 14 points, and Vashad Whidbeee had 12 points for the Raiders.

Cody Gullett, DaShawn Griffin, and Carey Shelton each scored six points for Laurel.

Cape Henlopen 63, Sussex Tech 58- Jeffone Hill led the way with 31 points and Jacob Mitchell added 13 in the Ravens’ loss.

Delaware Demolition 12U team looking for players The Delaware Demolition 12U Travel Baseball Team is currently looking for a few more players for the 2008 season. All players must be 12 or under on May 1, 2008. If interested in attending a current practice for a tryout please contact Coach Jeff Poore @ 302-422-7796 or Coach Dave Brown @ 302-424-1501. You can also view our web site at www.leaguelineup.com/delawaredemolition.

Marcus Trott of the Pistons brings the ball up the floor during his team’s Seaford Department of Recreation basketball game last Saturday. Photo by David Elliott

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The Seaford Blue Jays defeated the Delmar Wildcats this past Tuesday night 73-52 in a game that at first glance looked closer than the final score indicates.

In the first quarter, the Wildcats took a slim 7-5 lead at the 4:47 mark, but then the Jays roared back with a three pointer

by Julius Mullen and baskets by Terry Hood and Vincent Glover to pull ahead 16-9.

In the second period, Fernandez Batson, hit back-to-back jump shots near the five minute mark to bring the Wildcats back to 22-17, but again Glover and Josh Owens went on an eight point run that gave Seaford a comfortable 34-20 lead at the break.

In the third quarter, Seaford switched to a zone defense that forced more out-

side shots from the Wildcats and Batson answered the call with nine points to lead Delmar back to only nine down to start the fourth quarter at 52-41.

At the 7:09 mark in the fourth, Batson again tried to rally the Wildcats back with a steal and fast break layup and after the next exchange, Delmar’s Deronte Deshields made a free throw to cut Seaford’s lead to 52-46.

Seaford then took control of the game outscoring the Wildcats 21-6 in the remainder of the quarter and put the game away for the final score of 73-52.

Batson led all scorers on the night with 29 point and teammate Jamel Jones added nine points in the Wildcats loss.

Seaford’s Glover had a career high night for the Jays with 22 points. Owens added 18 more and Hood chipped in 12 in the win.

Seaford’s Andrew Hoffman, shown during a relay, placed sixth in th 3,200 last week at the Henlopen Conference indoor track and field meet. Photo by Mike McClure

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‘Extreme Makeover: Home Edition’ choses Delaware families The Delaware Solid Waste Authority (DSWA) is proud to be taking part in ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.

This week, a Wilmington family was given the surprise of a lifetime when Ty Pennington from the hit ABC show, announced through his trademark bullhorn that they and their nextdoor neighbor would be receiving Extreme Home Makeovers.

Anderson Homes, a Middletown, Delaware-based company, has been selected to be the builder for the homes.

DSWA is working together with Waste Management and Philadelphia-based Burns Container Service to recycle construction and demolition debris (C&D) from the site. Waste Management will deliver clean

Museum adds two special exhibits

The Seaford Historical Society Museum located in the old post office, 302 High St., has added two new temporary exhibits.

Railroad collectables is the theme for a special exhibit in the Webb Room featuring various artifacts from the steam locomotive era. Items of interest include old photos, depot postcards, signs, stock certificates, lanterns, locks, passes and tools.

Members of the Seaford Historical Society have combined their efforts to bring together a tribute to the area’s rich railroad history. There is a Delaware Railroad stock certificate from 1864 signed by Samuel Harrington, for whom the town was named, a 1870s stereopticon photo of Seaford’s original wooden railroad bridge and an early charcoal portrait of a railroad Porter.

There is also a new collection of Seaford bottles. Whistle Bottling Company did a thriving business here during the 1930s and ‘40s and there are several variations of these bottles and wooden crates on display.

Also, bottles from the many dairies in the Seaford area, such as Mears, Longacre Farms, Seaford, Spicer, Larrimore and Hollybrook are included.

The Museum is open every Thursday to Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. Admission is free for Seaford Historical Society members and $3 for non-members.

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Desserts that whisper ‘I love you’ and that are easy to make It’s pretty hard for Valentines Day to sneak up on anyone. Jewelry commercials, restaurant ads for special Valentine dinners and the vast wash of pink and red that assaults our eyes in card stores make this the holiday that won’t be ignored.

The best part about this particular celebration for me is that I have an excuse to eat my favorite health food, chocolate. Myths about the ill affects of this exquisite edible have finally been shattered.

Besides stimulating the secretion of endorphins that give chocolate munchers a kind of “runners high,” chocolate contains healthy vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that fight cancer and heart disease. We now know that eating chocolate does not cause acne or cavities. In fact, milk chocolate is the snack food least likely to cause tooth decay.

If dinner out is not on your calendar during the busy workweek, you can surprise your Valentine tonight with a scrumptious chocolate dessert that’s a snap to make. You’ll never use a box mix again once you try this quick Deep Chocolate Pudding and the yummy Chocolate Cherries Jubilee is even easier to prepare.

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Letters to the Editor Thank you for a generous donation

On behalf of the residents of the 41st Representative District, I wanted to thank Blanche and Raymond Baker. The Bakers recently donated two parcels of land, totaling 954 acres, to Delaware Technical and Community College.

The Bakers are lifelong residents of Millsboro and have repeatedly demonstrated their altruism and benevolence to our community. Mrs. Baker is the daughter of the late U.S. Sen. John J. Williams, who was so known for his honesty and integrity he earned the moniker - “the conscience of the Senate.”

This latest gift is breathtaking in the scope of its generosity. The property, located just northeast of Trap Pond State Park, is valued at $6.5 million. Under the terms of the gift, Del Tech will sell the property and use the proceeds to establish the Williams and Baker Legacy Endowment.

The initial endowment will be preserved in perpetuity and invested. The resulting proceeds will be used to maintain the John and Elsie Williams Conference Center and fund projects and initiatives on Del Tech’s Owens Campus near Georgetown. Even at a modest eight percent return, a $6.5 million endowment would generate $520,000 annually. Del Tech has indicated the endowment could be used to fund scholarships, buy instructional equipment and invest in new technology.

Whatever it is used for, this incredible gift by Blanche and Raymond Baker will help the Owens Campus deal with the increasing popularity of the educational value Del Tech provides.

While I’m not aware of any offers that have been made to purchase the property, I hope Del Tech will select a buyer based, in part, on preserving as much of the land as open space as possible.

Through the Internet, TV and radio, we are constantly pummeled by repeated instances of greed and excess. The overwhelming thoughtfulness of the Bakers is as refreshing as it is inspiring. The endowment created by their generous gift will serve as a shining example of Sussex County selflessness for many years to come.

State Rep. Greg Hastings

41st Representative District

Confederate flag is harmless

A few days ago I had the opportunity to respond to a caller on WGMD radio who had a complaint about the Confederate flag being displayed at a polling place in Roxana.

As Commander of the Delaware Grays Camp #2068 in Seaford, I felt compelled to explain to the listening audience why it was very likely that no offense was intended and why none should be taken.

Put quite simply, the Confederate flag as it is often incorrectly referenced - is in actuality a flag representing the Confederate soldier in the War between the States, or The Civil War. While some hateful groups such as the KKK may display it, we condemn them for using it and condemn the nonsense that

Stars’ Letters Policy All letters should include the writer’s name, address and phone number for verification purposes.

Names will be published. No unsigned letters will be published.

No letters which the management deems to be libelous will be published. The Star reserves the right to edit or reject any letters. Send your letters to Morning Star Publications, PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973, or email morningstarpub @ddmg.net they spread. The Confederate soldier's flag represents the sacrifices of our ancestors who fought courageously to defend their homes and families. They felt they were fighting for the very same principles as the patriots of 1776. Their valor and honor lives on today in the minds and hearts of succeeding generations.

I had the opportunity to speak to callers on the issue of the Confederate flag and was pleased that we were able to have calm, reasoned conversations on the issue.

The national media makes it seem that there is much acrimony on this issue. I detected none during my time on the airwaves.

The Sons of Confederate Veterans hopes that if people wish to display their Confederate flag they will do so in a respectful manner. For more information, visit www.DESCV.org.

Commander Rob Eldreth Jr.

Delaware Grays Camp 2068, Seaford

Thanks for supporting Chunk

I would like to take the opportunity on behalf of the World Championship Punkin Chunkin Association to thank everyone for his or her help this past year.

With the move to our new home in Bridgeville, we faced many problems.

From set-up to tear-down, it was all the same but different. Just a few of the challenges included installing six additional miles of fence and laying out a record length firing line. Our staff and vendors were also faced with the possibility of Hurricane Joel coming to visit but they readied themselves.

Our sponsor list grew again this year.

Without the generosity of the following sponsors we could not continue our programs - The Delaware Lottery, ING-Direct, Wheatley Farms, Kaeser Compressors, Harley Davidson of Seaford, Baker’s Ace Hardware, Husqvarna, Waste Man-

agement of Georgetown, WMDT Channel 47, Clean Delaware Inc., Hudson’s Truck Repair, M&M Refrigeration, Cat Country & Delmarva Broadcasting, Holly Lake Campsites, Holland Jewelers, Hampton Inn of Lewes, K&L Sales and Wilmington Trust.

The generosity of these wonderful sponsors allowed us to present a great concert Friday night featuring Joanna Cotton, Carolina Rain and JoDee Messina. All who attended had a wonderful time.

I would like to thank our very gracious hosts, The Wheatley Family for allowing us the opportunity to hold the 23rd Chunk on their farm.

I would like to recognize the Punkin Chunkin Association members who worked hundreds of hours setting up the field and moving all our equipment to and from the field of play. The ones who came and worked tirelessly know who they are, and the ones who didn’t come to work need to get involved. We would also like to thank all the “docs” and their supervisors who worked overtime to provide us with lots of man hours to do the grunt work.

Eric Nelson and his family spent endless hours coordinating the set-up of events. We are also very grateful to Harry Caswell Plumbing Inc., which lent countless pieces of the heavy equipment we needed to prepare the field and position the machines.

Thanks to Andy Givens and all his great volunteers, we got a record number of cars and people into the Chunk. Softball and baseball players and parents, U.S. military members from Fort Meade and the Delaware National Guard, ROTC groups and hordes of volunteers worked tirelessly – day and night – parking cars and monitoring the crowds. Terry Brewster, association treasurer, and her staff ran the entire financial end flawlessly; they are to be commended. Rita O’Neil had the overwhelming task of coordinating all the vendors in the midway, and for that we are truly grateful.

Sandy Elliott and Betty Hurdle once again organized and oversaw the very successful cooking contest that not only adds sparkle to the event but raises funds for charity.

Gilbert Holt Sr. and his entire security staff were on the grounds 24 hours a day addressing problems as they arose. No matter what Gilbert asked, they did it and did it very well. They were the first to come to work on the field and the last ones to leave.

Chuck Burton and his safety committee worked to ensure we had a very safe Chunk.

John Collier and his measuring crew found, with the help of Mark Wells and our spotter crews, every shot they needed to find. They all did an outstanding job.

John Huber, association vice president, handled all the problems on the firing line for the entire event. John addressed every chunker’s problem, and he still found time to compete for at least one shot in the Adult Catapult Division.

Last but not least, I would like to thank all the chunkers who traveled from around the world to make this event as great as it was. Without the players, there could be no game.

They came ready to compete, and compete they did. The spectators came to see pumpkins fly and our teams launched approximately 4,000 of them through the skies of Sussex County.

Frank E. Shade

Punkin Chunkin Association president

Pleased with expansion article

I was pleased to read in a recent article, that Seaford is expanding by extending water and sewer lines to the east of town by borrowing money.

But, I can’t see why, some of the effort couldn’t be given to improve West Seaford, where water and sewer services are already available.

More food and service stores would be welcome to people who dread crossing Dual 13 and the traffic hassle.

A good place to start inspecting property would be the Nylon Capital Shopping Center. Many think if these stores are up to standard and some incentive given by our town leaders, they could be brought back to a profitable operation.

Wilton Porter

Seaford

USDA value-added grants are available USDA Rural Development is accepting applications for 2008 Value-Added Producer Grants. A total of $18.4 million is available to agricultural producers, producer groups and farmer cooperatives. Funds can be used for determining the viability of a potential value-added venture or for working capital. A maximum of $100,000 is available per planning grant, $300,000 is the maximum per working capital.

Last year, 162 recipients from 40 states received $22.7 million to pursue innovative farm projects.

The application deadline is March 31. For more information, call the USDA Rural Development State Office for Delaware and Maryland at 302-857-3625 or visit www.rurdev.usda.gov/rbs/coops/vadg.htm. TTY users should call 302-857-3585.

USDA Rural Development is committed to the future of rural communities. Last year, the agency returned more than $139 million to rural Delaware and rural Maryland.

They have a variety of loan, grant and loan guarantee programs that support agriculture, business opportunities, home ownership, home repair, rental housing, broadband technology, public safety, health care, education, social and cultural needs and energy related projects.

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Snapshots

KNIGHT- Dave Knight was named as an honorary citizen of Bridgeville for his volunteer work in the community. Knight received the honor during Monday’s Bridgeville Commission meeting. Photo by Mike McClure

SIPPLE- Bridgeville Commissioner William Jefferson gives outgoing commissioner Margaret Sipple hug during her final commission meeting. Sipple has served on the Bridgeville Commission since 1994. Photo by Mike McClure

GO GIANTS! - Seaford Star sports editor Mike McClure, left, stands with Seaford resident Wesley E. Schaefer. Schaefer won the Star’s Super Bowl contest by guessing the winner and coming closest to the correct score. The prize was a $25 gift certificate to the sponsor of his choice. Schaefer chose Tastee Freez. Photo by Daniel Richardson

LOVELACE - Lovelace Home Improvement won the Seaford Chamber of Commerce’s Community Involvement Customer Appreciation award for the month of February. From left are Bunky Griffith, Seaford chamber, Freda and Glen Lovelace, Lovelace Home Improvement and Carol Rohrbaugh, Seaford chamber. Photo by Daniel Richardson.

BANNING DONATION - Frederick Douglass Elementary School PTO President, Jennifer Donati, accepts a donation from the Banning Foundation. The generous donation from the Banning Foundation supported the purchase and installation of a security “buzzin” system for the interior door of the school's lobby. From left are Billy Banning, Leigh Banning and Jennifer Donati. Photo submitted

MONEY MAILER - Money Mailer won the Seaford Chamber of Commerce’s Community Involvement Customer Appreciation award for the month of January. From left are Carol Rohrbaugh, Seaford Chamber, Susan McMullen, Money Mailer, Katie McMullen, Money Mailer, Beverlee Mister, Money Mailer and Bunky Griffith, Seaford Chamber. Photo by Daniel Richardson

MORNING STAR • FEBRUARY 14 - 20, 2008

Frank Park’s first address in Seaford was at this home on King Street where he lived in a second-floor apartment. Photos by Lynn Pariks

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Frank and Leigh Ann Parks live in this home in Holly Shores with a view of the Nanticoke River.

Parks shares his story of how faith changes lives Continued from page four

Center, Georgetown. He spent nights in prison, days working on the Food Lion in Delmar, then under construction, and weekends with his uncle and aunt, John and Karen Spohn, who lived in Woodland.

He also underwent a drug rehabilitation program.

At the end of the six months, Parks started work at Mike’s Clearance Center, Delmar, selling furniture. Owner Mike Bradley was a friend of Parks’ family.

Parks also moved into a small apartment on the second floor of a King Street

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Parks credits the epiphany he had in his parents’ basement, his time in prison and the rehabilitation program he went through for keeping him off drugs. “I just knew that I didn’t want to go back to jail,” he said. “And things started falling into place for me. All of a sudden, I knew that I wanted to do better.”

‘There’s something I have to tell you’ While visiting his aunt in the drugstore where she worked, Parks met Leigh Ann Spicer, a recent Clemson University graduate with a degree in psychology who had come home to her native Seaford and who was also working in the drugstore. They started dating and within a few months, Parks said, he was ready to tell her about his past.

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and their two children, Zachary, 13, and Hailey, 11, get on their boat and motor to Frank’s Island, a Chesapeake Bay island, already christened with the perfect name, that they bought in 2000 with Leigh Ann’s sister and brother-in-law.

But all of that — the waterfront house, the boat, a summer retreat, even a thriving business — was not enough to give Frank a sense of success. “I still didn’t feel that I was doing everything that God wanted me to do,” he said.

That’s why, nearly 20 years after that “spiritual awakening” in his parents’ basement, Parks is talking publicly about his relationship with God. That’s why he counsels anyone he encounters who seems sad, he said, and why he is determined to document his story in a book.

“There are so many negative stories out there, so much doom and gloom and people talking about how bad life is,” he said.

“I think this is a good time for a good story that should be shared. Every day, I see people who are searching for something and I tell them to look to God for help. I know that the more we pray, the more we talk about God, the better life gets.

“I still have my hard days, my bad days,” Parks added. “But I don’t go to the bottle. Instead, I get my Bible out.”

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Presidential race is not a popularity contest It’s bad enough the current administration in Washington has creRANK ALIO ated a $9 trillion dollar deficit and the president is calling for a $3 trillion dollar budget, which will add If you thought your another $400 billion to the deficit. government was giving Now Bush wants to spend another $162 billion as a stimulus you free money, then I package to give Americans a small pittance from $300 to $1,600 so we have another bridge to can jump start the fallen economy. sell you.

If this president is what right wing Republicans call conservative spending, and the Bush budget doesn’t seand believe it, then I have a bridge I want riously go after the sky-rocketing cost of to sell them.

Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid.

Before you spend the rebate on a plasSo seniors can expect little increases in ma TV, furniture or any other luxury item, their monthly checks, but higher costs to remember this little point the president pay for their Medicare, and those without conveniently forgot to tell you about the insurance…don’t get sick! rebate check you will be receiving: the His budget of course has an increase in checks are an advance on next year’s remilitary spending. funds, and most, if not all of the money Perhaps this is his farewell present to will be deducted from taxpayer’s refunds his rich friends who produce military in 12 months time. equipment and to Chaney’s friends at his If you thought your government was giving you free money, then I have another former place of employment, Halliburton, a company that just moved their headquarbridge to sell you. ters overseas to avoid paying taxes in this Even with the president’s huge budget, he did not include the total spending above country, which continues to gouge the government every day with contracts in the amount he proposed.

Iraq.

Military spending for the Iraq and Presidential candidates on both sides Afghanistan wars are not completely facare talking how they are going to bring tored into his calculations; who knows changes in healthcare, create jobs, help edhow many billions of dollars that amounts ucation — with what? to.

There’s no money for programs in this Anyone who expected help in health country to help our people, it’s all going care, education, or grants to towns and cities for infrastructure improvements, for- overseas. We are busted, as near to bankruptcy as a country can get. get it.

We are now dependent upon foreign He made deeper cuts in domestic

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money to shore up our economy; we have lost our clout with the world.

The U.S. Comptroller General estimates this country’s “long-term fiscal exposure” to be in the neighborhood of $50 trillion.

If that holds true you can kiss our superpower status and first-class nation label goodbye.

The last bridge I have to sell is to the right wing conservative Republicans who are saying they cannot support their party’s front runner U.S. Senator John McCain because he is not a true conservative and is too liberal to represent their party.

Conservative talk show host Rush Limbaugh and Dr. James C. Dobson (recently named the most influential Evangelical leader in America and chairman of the board for “Focus on the Family” radio and TV programs) have both said they cannot vote for McCain.

If they expect me to swallow that, I have a bridge for each of them to buy. Do they think I’m buying they would vote for a woman or a black person for president?

Give me a break.

Unlike Democrats who split their vote like with a log splitter, Republicans may express disappointment for their candidates, but they always come home election day.

I recall a staunch Republican, former party committeeperson, attendee to several National Conventions, who swore she could not vote for a certain Republican candidate running for office, even refusing to post a campaign sign on her lawn.

After the election she admitted when she entered the voting booth and closed that curtain, she just couldn’t turn her back

on her party and voted a straight Republican ticket.

My point is there are a lot of ticked off Republicans out there over the poor performance of the president and the disappointment of not having a true and blue conservative running for president, but I can almost guarantee you there will be more Republicans voting a straight ticket than Democrats in November.

Although frustrating, I watch with tongue in cheek the way the American voter judges the qualifications of the presidential candidates.

Between McCain and Hillary Clinton, voters seem to think they are both too hard nosed, especially Clinton who is getting murdered by the male press. Even if she wins an upset, they find fault with her.

Many men take issue with her because she’s too tough and doesn’t back off from a fight. McCain bucks the trends and has been at odds with his office. And his stance on immigration has some people in his party at odds with him.

Do we want a nice guy like we have in the White House now who doesn't have a clue about what's going on, or someone who will kick butt and take on the drug and insurance companies, the oil companies, the wild spending, and find a course to end the war, even mend relations with our foreign neighbors?

This is not a popularity contest; the person you elect in November will control your fate for the next four years.

And for those who vote for a one-issue candidate, let’s expand our focus on other issues and elect a multi-issue president instead of a person with a one-track mind!

I think Dad was even wiser than I gave him credit for It was like time stood still. My mouth was dry and my heart beatONY INDSOR ing twice its normal rate. I had difficulty maintaining clear thoughts.

There were only a few In my hand I held the white business length envelope that said but a scenarios I could come very few words, “To the parents of Tony Windsor.” up with and they all It was my quarterly school report and I was waiting to show it to involved a long, black, Dad. I would just have soon leather belt. jumped in the bear cave at the Salisbury Zoo wearing hamburger unShe reacted swiftly and with whatever derwear, but that was my plight and I had implement happened to be in or near her to face up to it. hands. This could be a hairbrush, spatula, I came home from school with the repaint stirrer, yard stick, a spoon or in one port, which included very specific inforcase a wooden roof shingle. mation from my teacher, about how I For this reason, I tried to avoid making seemed to spend most of my class time her angry when she was ironing or cutting talking and acting like a retarded ape as chicken. opposed to attempting anything remotely However, Mom was not good at inflictconnected to learning.

If that was not enough, the teacher then ing discipline when she was not provoked. had to add how I was wasting her time and Therefore, as bad as it was, my school report could not invoke the type of fury that creating a distraction to the other students would cause Mom to “deal with me.” who wanted to learn. I think she was a So, her strategy was simple and could closet sadist and took great delight in be summed in a very few well chosen thinking about what would happen to me words, “You will show this to your Dad when my parents got the report. when he gets home.”

Now, Mom was a reactionary parent.

In and of themselves these words seem By that, I mean her wrath was most usually felt as a response to some baboonish ac- relatively non-threatening. However, in my young mind these words translated to tions undertaken by my brothers and me.

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something that sounded more like, “When he gets home, he is going to beat you till Jesus comes back.”

I recall it as if it were yesterday rather than the actual 40 years that it was. Standing in the kitchen staring at the yellow, rectangular clock that hung over the oil stove, I was imagining how Dad would react to my teacher’s report of my impish behavior.

There were only a few scenarios I could come up with and they all involved a long, black, leather belt.

Dad was a Maryland State Trooper, so when he came though the front door he cast a presence that was somehow enhanced in intimidation. I think the big, sixshooter revolver on his hip had a lot to do with that.

Though I knew my Dad would certainly not resort to using his police handgun, I did realize that hidden under that heavy, black holster with the many silver bullets was the real threat to my safety: his size 34 leather belt.

I recall that Dad came in and as tradition would have it, he immediately took off his Stetson-style police hat and placed it on the corner of a kitchen chair, followed by that big, heavy, black holster.

The gun emptied of its bullets and placed on the top shelf of the living room closet.

I think I secretly hoped Dad would

somehow walk into that closet and not return, at least for that night. But, this is where Mom was good about keeping things on track.

Dad was just to the point of unbuttoning his shirt when she made the major declaration, “Tony has something he wants to show you.”

As Dad approached me I could literally feel my teeth chatter and my legs going numb.

Somehow, I mustered up the courage to look him directly in the eye and hand him the envelope. I then waited for him to start beating me like a pot of boiled potatoes.

I am not sure if it was how pitiful and scared I looked after an hour of waiting for him to get home, or if he had experienced some epiphany while patrolling the roads of Somerset County, but for some reason Dad let me off with a warning of what would happen if I ever brought home such a note again.

I think Dad was much wiser than even I gave him credit for. He knew that in the time it took him to arrive home, my little mind had already imagined more discipline than he would ever dish out.

It worked. I do not recall ever bringing home another such note while in elementary school.

However, high school is a totally different story!

MORNING STAR • FEBRUARY 14 - 20, 2008

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Don’t worry, maybe the next guy (gal) will be better Final Word It is Super Tuesday as I am writing this.

My stomach is in knots. I am apprehensive about looking at exit polls. I have a feeling it is better not knowing at this point. I am thinking back to last week, my trip to Jamaica. It was the most relaxing week of my 26 years on earth. Even though it has become a bit of a touristy cliche here in the states “no worries, mon” is truly the attitude of the Jamaican people.

They really don’t seem to have a care in the world.

The ride from the airport to our resort was 2 hours. We had a very friendly driver named Phillip. He told us all sorts of things about his island home. When we asked him about the new Prime Minister, he just laughed and said, “I don’t like him, but no worries, maybe the next guy will be better.”

Wouldn’t it be nice to have such a positive attitude about the fate of your country? One of our most beloved Presidents, Abraham Lincoln, once said, “While the people retain their virtue and their vigilance, no administration by any extreme of wickedness or folly can seriously injure the government in the short space of four years.”

I hope he was right.

Laura Rogers

Star Staff

Don’t believe all you read

Wisdom from Charles Schultz

More funny bulletin mistakes These sentences are said to have appeared in church bulletins or were announced in church services: • Smile at someone who is hard to love.

Say “Hell” to someone who doesn’t care much about you.

• Don’t let worry kill you off - let the Church help.

Articles were well written

A truly outstanding article by Shaun Rieley, both to content and the way it was presented. It was one of those rare writings that caused you to go back and read it again and again.

Also a very good article by Calio on Tom Chapman and other teachers who broaden their knowledge with real world experiences.

Bob Wootten

An recent submission claimed that the following were the “Year’s best (actual) headlines of 2007.

Well, that’s not true. I have had a collection of these headlines in my files for years and have shared many of them with readers years ago. They are funny, though, and I’ll share a few. I can’t say when they first appeared or if they were “actual” headlines or not. They are offered merely for your amusement.

• Police Begin Campaign to Run Down Jaywalkers • Miners Refuse to Work after Death • Juvenile Court to Try Shooting Defendant • If Strike Isn’t Settled Quickly, It May Last Awhile • Red Tape Holds Up New Bridges • Kids Make Nutritious Snacks • Hospitals are Sued by 7 Foot Doctors I have a fear that I will be watching Jay Leno some night and hear him repeat a headline from the Stars.

In our haste we will make mistakes, but at least we are trying.

Bryant Richardson Publisher

Holiday Inn Express in China

Seaford’s Holiday Inn Express will be featured on Tokyo television. A crew came to Seaford last week and stayed overnight at the hotel. They filmed early Friday, interviewing general manager Carol Powell.

Evidently there was an article in the Sunday News Journal about the “First Night Free” campaign by the Delaware Tourism Dept. to help boost occupancy in Delaware’s hotels. The Tokyo crew contacted Carol and set up this event.

Sounds exciting for our local hotel to be featured globally!

Paula K. Gunson

Executive Director, Seaford Chamber

New Bern, NC

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Stop by and help me celebrate.

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34 Years Experience

CELEBRATING

25 Years BARBERING

The following is the philosophy of Charles Schultz, the creator of the “Peanuts” comic strip. You don’t have to actually answer the questions. Just read straight through, and you’ll get the point.

• Name the five wealthiest people in the world.

• Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.

• Name the last five winners of the Miss America.

• Name 10 people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.

• Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor and actress.

• Name the last decade’s worth of World Series winners.

How did you do?

The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday. These are no second-rate achievers. They are the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners.

Here’s another quiz. See how you do on this one: • List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.

• Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.

• Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.

• Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.

• Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.

Easier?

The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials, the most money, or the most awards. They are the ones who care.

Pass this on to those people who have made a difference in your life.

From the Internet

From the Famous Quote category

“They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.”

Benjamin Franklin

Historical Review of Pennsylvania, 1759

Send us your ‘Final Words’ The Final Word is a compilation of thoughts and ideas from Star staff members and members of the public.

We encourage readers to submit items.

If you have a pet peeve or word of encouragement you can express in a few words, email the item to us at editor@mspublications.com or mail it to Star, PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973.

Sign it and include your hometown and a daytime phone number.

Readers may want to pass along a favorite quote or something cute from the Internet.

MORNING STAR • FEBRUARY 14 - 20, 2008

PAGE 55

Don’t worry, maybe the next guy (gal) will be better Final Word It is Super Tuesday as I am writing this.

My stomach is in knots. I am apprehensive about looking at exit polls. I have a feeling it is better not knowing at this point. I am thinking back to last week, my trip to Jamaica. It was the most relaxing week of my 26 years on earth. Even though it has become a bit of a touristy cliche here in the states “no worries, mon” is truly the attitude of the Jamaican people.

They really don’t seem to have a care in the world.

The ride from the airport to our resort was 2 hours. We had a very friendly driver named Phillip. He told us all sorts of things about his island home. When we asked him about the new Prime Minister, he just laughed and said, “I don’t like him, but no worries, maybe the next guy will be better.”

Wouldn’t it be nice to have such a positive attitude about the fate of your country? One of our most beloved Presidents, Abraham Lincoln, once said, “While the people retain their virtue and their vigilance, no administration by any extreme of wickedness or folly can seriously injure the government in the short space of four years.”

I hope he was right.

Laura Rogers

Star Staff

Don’t believe all you read

Wisdom from Charles Schultz

More funny bulletin mistakes These sentences are said to have appeared in church bulletins or were announced in church services: • Smile at someone who is hard to love.

Say “Hell” to someone who doesn’t care much about you.

• Don’t let worry kill you off - let the Church help.

Articles were well written

A truly outstanding article by Shaun Rieley, both to content and the way it was presented. It was one of those rare writings that caused you to go back and read it again and again.

Also a very good article by Calio on Tom Chapman and other teachers who broaden their knowledge with real world experiences.

Bob Wootten

A recent submission claimed that the following were the "Year’s best (actual) headlines of 2007."

Well, that’s not true. I have had a collection of these headlines in my files for years and have shared many of them with readers years ago. They are funny, though, and I’ll share a few. I can’t say when they first appeared or if they were “actual” headlines or not. They are offered merely for your amusement.

• Police Begin Campaign to Run Down Jaywalkers • Miners Refuse to Work after Death • Juvenile Court to Try Shooting Defendant • If Strike Isn’t Settled Quickly, It May Last Awhile • Red Tape Holds Up New Bridges • Kids Make Nutritious Snacks • Hospitals are Sued by 7 Foot Doctors I have a fear that I will be watching Jay Leno some night and hear him repeat a headline from the Stars.

In our haste we will make mistakes, but at least we are trying.

Bryant Richardson Publisher

Holiday Inn Express in China

Seaford’s Holiday Inn Express will be featured on Tokyo television. A crew came to Seaford last week and stayed overnight at the hotel. They filmed early Friday, interviewing general manager Carol Powell.

Evidently there was an article in the Sunday News Journal about the “First Night Free” campaign by the Delaware Tourism Dept. to help boost occupancy in Delaware’s hotels. The Tokyo crew contacted Carol and set up this event.

Sounds exciting for our local hotel to be featured globally!

Paula K. Gunson

Executive Director, Seaford Chamber

New Bern, NC

HAIR STUDIO 601 NORTH PORTER ST. SEAFORD, DEL. 302

629-5213

Tues Thru Fri 9-5, Sat 8-12 WALK-INS WELCOME

Thanks for 25 great years!

Stop by and help me celebrate.

yA a R

dkins

34 Years Experience

CELEBRATING

25 Years BARBERING

The following is the philosophy of Charles Schultz, the creator of the “Peanuts” comic strip. You don’t have to actually answer the questions. Just read straight through, and you’ll get the point.

• Name the five wealthiest people in the world.

• Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.

• Name the last five winners of the Miss America.

• Name 10 people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.

• Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor and actress.

• Name the last decade’s worth of World Series winners.

How did you do?

The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday. These are no second-rate achievers. They are the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners.

Here’s another quiz. See how you do on this one: • List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.

• Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.

• Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.

• Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.

• Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.

Easier?

The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials, the most money, or the most awards. They are the ones who care.

Pass this on to those people who have made a difference in your life.

From the Internet

From the Famous Quote category

“They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.”

Benjamin Franklin

Historical Review of Pennsylvania, 1759

Send us your ‘Final Words’ The Final Word is a compilation of thoughts and ideas from Star staff members and members of the public.

We encourage readers to submit items.

If you have a pet peeve or word of encouragement you can express in a few words, email the item to us at editor@mspublications.com or mail it to Star, PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973.

Sign it and include your hometown and a daytime phone number.

Readers may want to pass along a favorite quote or something cute from the Internet.

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