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Ocean City Fire Department and Berlin Fire Company crews work to extinguish a house fire on Old Bridge Road in West Ocean City shortly after 10:30 a.m. Tuesday. The building was ablaze and unoccupied when firefighters arrived. No injuries were reported in the fire, which the Worcester County Fire Marshal’s office attributed to an electrical problem.

Ad plan targets affluent crowd Campaign preview shows major shift in mediums used, focus on market

By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) The Ocean City Tourism Commission got a sneak preview of the city’s new advertising campaign on Monday, which breathes life into old assets and uses a mix of media streams new to the resort.

BVK, the Wisconsin-based firm Ocean City government hired after the beginning of the year, developed the campaign, which targets female See AGENCY Page 6

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The Ocean City Tourism Commission listens to BVK’s plans to market the resort to places like Washington, D.C., Baltimore and several cities in Pennsylvania.

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) Reports involving a fender bender with a parked car followed by a domestic disturbance at a north Ocean City restaurant last week has thrown a previously censured City Council member back into the public spotlight.

And much like the last time, council members are not pleased, and mem- Mark Paddack bers of the public are expected to share concerns at the next opportunity.

The incident began around 6 p.m. on April 8. According to a news release from the Ocean City Police, officers responded to reports that someone – later identified as Councilman Mark Paddack — struck a parked vehicle in a restaurant parking lot.

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Sports complex hearing Tuesday

By Jack Chavez Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) Worcester County residents will have their chance to sound off on the proposed purchasing of land next to Stephen Decatur High School for an athletic complex on Tuesday, occurring at the school itself.

The hearing will begin at 6 p.m. in the Decatur auditorium and will be the first wide-open public discussion of the county’s plans to buy the 95.6-acre parcel of land to the west of DeSee SPORTS Page 8

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Resort advertising internally for new deputy city manager

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) The city manager of Ocean City is officially looking for a second in command, and it’s likely the new hire is already on the city’s payroll.

Following up on a discussion from a budget meeting last month, City Manager Terry McGean presented plans to council members at a work session Tuesday to begin looking for a deputy to help carry some of the heavy load he took on when he stepped into his role at the beginning of the year.

“I think there’s been sort of a realization for a while now that the city manager has too many direct reports,” McGean said.

Under the current makeup, McGean as city manager directly oversees all 16 of the city’s department heads and one assistant, a total that is well above the recommended subordinate makeup in most every circuit.

He pointed out that the military recommends higher-ups should comfortably have six to seven direct reports, while the corporate world calls for up to 11. In the realm of city managers, McGean said it’s typical to have between eight and 12 employees under the top position.

The new proposed plan would put five departments — recreation, risk, grants and special projects, IT, and community development — under the purview of the deputy city manager. McGean said he carefully chose those departments, as he wants to keep public safety, human resources, finance, public works and tourism

under his own wing.

When asked by Councilman John Gehrig how much the new person would really be in tasked with, McGean said the deputy will have plenty to keep him or her busy with significant planning projects, recs and park developments, and more.

And not only will the new person oversee all of the listed departments, but they will serve as the person in charge overall in McGean’s absence.

“If for whatever reason I’m not there, or God forbid take a vacation, who’s in charge?,” he said. “I think right now that has … been a source of confusion. Both for the mundane reasons and also if something were to happen to me that there be a clear point of succession. It’s important.”

McGean added that the deputy could feasibly step into his role when he leaves it one day, as the person will know the town and understand the ins and outs of upper management.

As it stands, McGean wants to tap the city’s own employee roster for the new hire.

“I believe that we have some great resources within the Town of Ocean City and I would like initially to look internally for the position,” he said.

Council members ultimately voted to allow McGean to advertise the position to existing employees and agreed on the restructuring of the hierarchy.

The deputy city manager would be hired as a grade 130, which McGean said previously is the same as a department head. In fiscal 2023, a little more than $151,000 is budgeted for the new employee’s salary and benefits.

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Worcester delegation leaves Annapolis with key victories

By Jack Chavez Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) The Maryland General Assembly adjourned sine die on Monday and ended with a flurry of bills signed into law and others vetoed, with overrides expected from the Democratic caucus.

Locally, Worcester County tallied a few wins with the Beach Erosion Control District bill, which will allow the Ocean City Museum Society to add ADA-compliant amenities to its properties; adding the county to the list of agritourism counties; and a bill that will add about 80 acres of the Pocomoke State Forest as protected wetlands and exempt about two acres of the forest to allow the construction of an elevated walkway to connect Snow Hill and Pocomoke State Park, essentially creating a trail network from Pocomoke City to Snow Hill.

Sen. Mary Beth Carozza lauded these bills and particularly agritourism.

“The Worcester County agritourism legislation allows for a successful tool to allow more local farm families to offer agritourism activities on their farms,” Carozza said in a statement. “It’s a win-win for both

the farm families who may need to diversify and pull in additional revenue just to keep the farm and for tourists who will have more options to explore and experience our local farms.”

Sine die, the final legislative wrapup for the year, is known for its fastpaced nature as representatives try to get their bills across the finish line, but this year stood out even by that standard.

“As far as sine dies are concerned, this was one of the busiest I’ve seen as far as stuff coming from the Senate, having House and Senate bills concur and voting on concurrent legislation,” Del. Wayne Hartman said. “it was very spirited up until midnight. This session overall proved well for us locally.”

Hartman added that his priority legislation came out well-funded but overall, it was a challenging session.

At the beginning of session, Hartman said that one of the biggest priorities he faces is not just passing good legislation, but killing bad bills. By his estimation, that’s where a lot of the fight took place this year.

“Our businesses were hit with the largest payroll tax in history. The paid

City sends letter of support for West OC housing funding

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) Parts are moving on all fronts to create more workforce housing in Ocean City and this week city officials got in on the action.

At a work session Tuesday, council members voted unanimously to help representatives of Holtz Builders Inc. advance plans for dormitory-style housing for seasonal workers on two West Ocean City lots.

The project needs state money and support from local government offi-

cials.

Resort officials and members of the Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce have been in talks with Holtz on a local project for nearly a year. The Wisconsin-based company forges partnerships with resort communities to create safe, efficient, affordable housing for seasonal workers and has completed projects in both Wisconsin and Tennessee.

Initial plans for the Ocean City project called for a roughly $7 million See PROJECT Page 14

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Del. Charles Otto, Sen. Mary Beth Carozza and Del. Wayne Hartman stand behind Gov. Larry Hogan as he signs one of multiple bills into law at the end of the Maryland General Assembly’s 2022 session. Worcester County walked away with a few wins, including a law that allows the Ocean City Museum Society to build and renovate on their properties and adding Worcester County to the state agritourism list.

family leave bill will cost Marylanders $1.6 billion a year. The climate change bills are going to change forever how we fuel new commercial buildings and eventually lead into changes in residential to eliminate fossil fuels,” Hartman said.

“The Second Amendment further eroded with the passage of more gun restriction and additional burdens were put on our gun dealers … Marijuana will be on the referendum for recreational use in Maryland to let

voters decide its future.”

Hartman added that he was happy to see a retiree tax credit make it through, but thought it didn’t go far enough.

“It falls way short of substantial tax relief for Marylanders,” he said. “I don’t know that $1,000 or $1,750 a year as a tax credit is going to do what I wanted it to do. It was (supposed to be) something ambitious enough to keep retiring Marylanders in Maryland.”

A sample photo of dormitorystyle housing that Wisconsinbased Holtz Companies Inc. completed at another resort.

The company is working with town officials to bring similar housing to Ocean City to help address seasonal workforce issues.

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Agency revamps ad campaign Continued from Page 1 vacation planners between 25-50 years of age, who are married with children, live in the northeast, and make between $100,000 and $200,000 per year.

“We have developed a new brand campaign,” BVK Account Supervisor Kristin Wood, told the commission, explaining that it aims to update the look and feel of the destination while also increasing engagement through different mediums.

Between April and July, the agency will focus on increasing awareness about Ocean City and its summer activities and from August through October it will focus on the awareness of activities in the fall. The rest of the year will focus on winter, as City Council members continue to push Ocean City into becoming a year-round resort.

In 2023, Wood added, efforts of rebranding Ocean City will go live.

Rather than focus on traditional means of advertising like television and print, which the resort used primarily in the past, BVK plans to launch new tactics like paid social media and search engine placement, digital video, streaming audio, branded playlists on platforms such as Spotify, stickers, and magazines, just to name a few.

Nick Marrazza, the creative director on the project, said his team opted to use photos and videos on file since BVK could not shoot summer footage last year.

Using those assets, Marrazza plans to update them to feel fresh and new to convince potential visitors to leave their day-to-day worries on the west side of the bridges leading to Ocean City and find time to enjoy what’s offered on the coast.

Marrazza and his team also developed a vibrant color pallet he called “a new coat of paint” that was based on the colors found in the art on file.

Some of the colors include names like Ocean City Orange, Cotton Candy Pink, Deep Ocean Blue, and Light Golf Green – all of which are associated with activities and features in the resort area.

Several graphic components were introduced as well, including a cookie-cutter style template that allows images of activities in the resort, like fishing, golf, Jet skiing and riding a Ferris wheel to be swapped out, along with phrases like “Enjoy Summer,” “Enjoy Boardwalk Bites, “Enjoy Summer Savings,” and “Enjoy Summer.”

BVK plans to use the graphics in social media posts and several other outlets. “Enjoy Summer” graphics have already been updated on the city’s website, ococean.com.

Marrazza also walked commission members through one of the television commercials that can be tailored to fit a 30-second, 15-second, or even 6-second spot.

To get people engaged in the idea of visiting Ocean City, BVK also plans to run campaigns with social media influencers, or people who have many followers on platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Snap Chat, and TikTok. Marrazza said the four influencers chosen would be based on the type of target they reach. The influencer could, for instance, tell their audience they are going to Ocean City for two to three days before asking them what type of activities they should do.

The influencer could then pick the top responses and shoot videos of themselves doing those activities, allowing the audience to follow along.

“The goal is to position Ocean City as a place to release and feel carefree in a destination that’s serious about the power of levity and play,” Jeremy Whitt, the senior vice president of media strategy at BVK said.

Whitt said between April and December, there is a $5 million budget and 70-percent will be spent on the summer. The remaining amount will go toward fall and winter. The audience BVK plans to target are mainly East Coast vacationers, 25-54 years old, married, and with children.

With the pandemic still fresh, people still want to travel close to home, Whitt explained. The markets they plan to tackle include Baltimore and Washington, D.C., and several in Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia, Harrisburg, Wilkes-Barre Scranton, Altoona, and Pittsburgh.

After those markets are addressed, Whitt said they plan to reach out to major markets like New York City that research showed sends a strong contingent to Ocean City.

For print, BVK plans to run ads in high-profile publications like All Recipes, Travel & Leisure, and People, which have over 1 million subscribers.

Advertisements about Ocean City will also run on streaming video platforms like YouTube, audio platforms like Spotify and Pandora, and travel websites like Travelzoo and Trip Advisor.

“I think it’s great,” Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association Executive Director Susan Jones said.

Jessica Waters, the city’s director of marketing and communications concurred, adding that they are working on an all-encompassing rebranding of the resort as they work on the ad campaign, so there is a lot in the pipeline.

Tourism Director Tom Perlozzo said the presentation was about a tenth of what they have been working on and that there are some surprises and things that are being worked on that were not being presented during the meeting.

“The media mix is way different than it was in the past,” he said. “It’s just a different take on our destination.”

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Ocean City wants to pursue ‘buzzworthy’ events in 2022

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) As resort tourism officials prepare to announce the full lineup for a Lollapalooza-style fall music festival, they made it clear that they are not stopping there as they go full steam ahead in attracting more top tier, “buzzworthy” events.

At a recent budget meeting, Tom Perlozzo, Ocean City’s director of tourism and business development, and Special Events Director Frank Miller broke down the lineup of events on the books for the coming year, and highlighted goals for improving them.

“As we’re moving forward visionwise and goal-wise, I want Frank to start thinking bigger,” Perlozzo said.

“He’s got the talent to do it. He’s going to end up telling us how we can progress throughout the year and how we can’t.”

Ideas include targeting own-able, sustainable events that create opportunities for partnerships. Perlozzo said he is looking at sponsorships to help cover some of the costs, and is working with Miller on ways to “reimagine” events like Springfest and Sunfest to make them bigger and more captivating to audiences.

“I think sometimes I don’t want

[Miller] limited to a square, which is basically what you see. You see the tent, 1,700 chairs inside a tent,” Perlozzo said. “Well, how can I get better entertainment, what can I do? Frank came up with a few solutions and we’ll present them at a later date … We want everything that he does and we do from a tourism perspective to be buzzworthy.”

The city puts on about 10 public events a year starting with Springfest in May and wrapping up with the Winterfest of Lights in December.

Peppered between them, Perlozzo said he wants to attract more events like Oceans Calling, the large C3 Presents music festival set for Sept. 30 through Oct. 2. He said he and Miller attended one of the presenter’s recent similar events in Tampa and came back with “some energy” to replicate the experience in Ocean City.

Headlined by Green Day and the Lumineers, the Tampa Innings Festival attracted huge crowds, and Perlozzo looks forward to seeing that same type of success locally.

“Based upon the event that we went to in Tampa, there’s no doubt in my mind we will would fill up every freaking hotel in downtown, just to give you See EVENTS Page 10

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Worcester County is inviting residents to a public hearing this Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Stephen Decatur High School to share their opinions regarding a potential sports complex site located directly west of the school, between Route 50 and Flower Street. Supporters say it will be a new revenue stream for the area while skeptics say it’ll be a traffic nightmare and financial burden.

Sports complex goes to hearing Continued from Page 1 catur between Route 50 and Flower Street.

A majority of Ocean City and county officials are fervent supporters of the complex, which they believe represents one of the keys to expanding business opportunities well into the offseason.

“This is an opportunity for county residents to speak in favor of a project that will benefit all Worcester County residents, visitors, and businesses,” Mayor Rick Meehan said in a statement issued by the Town of Ocean City.

“The proposed sports complex will provide the opportunity for all local children to play at a first-class facility.

It is time for travel tournaments to take place in Worcester County instead of our local families having to travel over 150 miles away. Worcester County families need to attend the public hearing to support those (County) Commissioners fighting for this project and the future. Together we can make Worcester County the amateur sports capital of Maryland!”

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Local officials are hopeful that an athletic complex will give the county access to the growing sports tourism market by attracting major amateur sports tournaments and entertainment events to the area.

Not everyone sees eye-to-eye on the endeavor, however. Skeptics have opined that on top of the possibility that the burden for funding falls on county taxpayers, an athletic complex will worsen summertime traffic woes that are already an issue along routes 50 and 589.

Some people, such as former Ocean City Councilmember Vincent Gisriel, say that the market may already be oversaturated and that Worcester County’s isolation — about two hours away from Baltimore, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. — would work against the aspirations of a complex’s supporters.

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So far, officials have announced that Rockvillebased O.A.R. will play three sets during the threeday Oceans Calling festival, but none of the other 30-plus acts have been named. Perlozzo said in a recent email that he expects to release more information “very shortly.”

Perlozzo also said during the budget meeting that he is in discussions with promoters of about five new “very big” events. He said he is vetting them now and they range everywhere from a nitro circus to a Jimmy Buffett concert on the beach.

“Everything A to Z people are calling and now, giant interest,” he said.

Miller also gave a rundown of the status of other town events during the budget meeting, which are as follows: Springfest Deemed the “comfortable event,” Miller said Springfest is the only city-hosted festival he would classify as normal since covid hit.

Set this year for May 4-8 in the inlet parking lot, the event is the official-unofficial kick-off for the summer season. According to numbers Miller presented, tent rental costs have gone up a little and vendor space has decreased because of the setup of the tents. While the event used to be able to accommodate 182 vendors, it can now only host 160.

Miller also said music entertainment is returning this year after taking a hiatus due to covid the last two.

The vendor fee is also set for an increase not this year, but for 2023.

Sunfest Miller said he needs to look at “reimagining” Sunfest.

Slated this year for a new, later date due to setup and tear-down schedules of Oceans Calling, the summer wrap-up festival is facing some new challenges.

While Miller said he is confident that the event — slated now for Oct. 20-23 — will be successful, he believes organizers will need to get a little more creative to ensure it is as popular and well-attended as years past.

In response to a specific question from Councilman Mark Paddock about whether a backlog of potential vendors interested in the event was available at the time of the date change, Miller said during the budget meeting that he has found that while they exist, some are not interested in the new date.

“That does not mean we won’t be able to host a successful event,” Miller said. “It does mean we need to be more creative and need to offer some new ideas to help them.”

One way staff members are softening the blow is by holding off on a vendor fee increase until next year. The initial budget included the cost increase, but Miller said the date change prompted officials to hold off on it.

“Obviously, the date change was not a consideration when we put together the budget draft back in December,” he said.

Council members voted in January to push the date of Sunfest back from the end of September to new late October date.

Winterfest of Lights The holiday light show at Northside Park is one event that will be seeing an increase in consumer

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costs this year, as Miller said the entry fee is going up from $5 to $6.

Set this year from Nov. 17 through Dec. 31, the festival is embarking on its 30th year in 2022. Miller said it has incurred some extra costs for labor and tree retrofitting and that it will once again be a walking tour. The on-foot concept was introduced as an alternative to packing spectators on trams to view the lights in 2020 because of covid, and organizers have opted to stay with it.

Other events The city also hosts several other smaller events throughout the year.

According to Miler’s presentation, they include Sundaes in the Park, ArtX, Fourth of July festivities, OCtoberfest, the annual Christmas Parade and a New Year’s Eve celebration.

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Paddack berates son, lands on hot seat again Continued from Page 1 When police arrived, they reportedly found Paddack inside the restaurant consuming alcoholic beverages.

While information was exchanged between the parties in the minor collision and a report filed, officers reported that no evidence existed that Paddock was impaired at the time of the collision, and no charges were filed in conjunction with it.

But then, as the investigating officer was tending to the call, they reported that a “concerned citizen” approached and reported that Paddack was yelling at his juvenile child inside the restaurant. The officer reportedly went inside and tried to “deescalate the disturbance.” Paddack was asked to leave the restaurant and was driven home by a sober individual.

The juvenile was taken to police headquarters “for his safety,” the release said. Officers notified the Department of Social Services about the incident and the mother was called to pick up the juvenile. Police filed no charges against Paddack or anyone else.

The news release did not provide any other details about the incident, but council members got an earful throughout the weekend.

Part of the correspondence in-

cluded an email that Council President Matt James referenced during a work session Tuesday. He said he and other council members received it, and that it came from a seasoned child advocate and social worker who claimed to have witnessed the exchange between Paddack and his child that evening.

“The treatment of your son … was the worst experience she had ever seen, in 25 years. The way you treated your son and the words that you spoke,” James said to Paddack Tuesday in reference to the email.

The email quoted excerpts from a profanity laced tirade Paddack allegedly unleashed at his son during the heated exchange.

Paddack, who did not return a call for comment before Tuesday’s meeting, said in response that many people who were sharing information about the incident do not know what really happened because they were not there.

He also said that he was not arrested — to which James said maybe he should have been — and that he did not commit any crimes. Paddack called the emailed statements “hyperbole,” because while the witness may have heard the statements, she did not know the context.

James agreed that nobody knows

the context, but said council members should be held to a higher standard than members of the public.

Councilman Peter Buas was the first to bring up the incident during Tuesday’s work session. He said he and other council members received dozens of calls and emails about it and he wanted to let members of the public know that they are discussing it, as he expects a crowd at the council’s next regular meeting on Monday.

“There appears to be a pattern brewing of actions that don’t reflect this town,” Buas said. “And they’re really starting to be a distraction for all the good work this town and the staff are doing. And I don’t want that to take away from the good work that’s happening.”

Buas referenced an incident from several months ago that prompted council members to censure, or formally express severe disapproval of, Paddack in a split vote.

In mid-September, council members were informed about a seemingly racially charged remark made to an individual’s Facebook page from Paddack’s account. Paddack denied the allegation, said his account had been hacked, and asked the Worcester County Sheriff’s Department to open an investigation into what occurred. Buas pointed out Tuesday

that council members have not heard anything about the results of the investigation.

Paddack said Tuesday that he received one investgation report two months ago, but is waiting on the sheriff’s department’s report, which he called the third component, before he publicizes anything.

In reference to the more recent incident, Buas moved to ask the mayor to remove Paddack from all boards and commissions as the details are investigated. He also said the officials need to look into creating a code of conduct so elected officials have something in hand to address these types of situations.

Buas said that council members can only be removed if they are convicted of a felony or caught embezzling government funds, which he called a “very, very, very narrow scope.”

City Solicitor Heather Stansbury explained that while council members could start the process to ask the mayor, who was not in attendance at Tuesday’s meeting, to remove Paddack from boards and commissions, it could not be done that day. She said the appointments are confirmed by the council through the charter, which would also need to be changed See GEHRIG Page 13

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Gehrig warns against council taking action Continued from Page 12 to alter the way elected officials are removed from office. Even then, though, officials are bound by state law for what they can and cannot do in that regard.

As for a code of conduct, she said that the charter would also supersede anything included in it, but that she could look into it.

Councilman Tony DeLuca pointed out that the incident with Paddack will be discussed Monday and asked Buas if he would wait until then on his motion, to which Buas agreed.

In response, Paddack condemned Buas’ statements and made it clear that he was not charged with a crime.

“By you doing this, here now, you are simply judging me for something you know nothing about,” Paddack said. “I see six police officers in this room right now. The police department investigated a complaint that was made by my son after speaking to his mother. Personal matters within my family are clear amongst my friends and not entitled to the public because of the youth’s age, 14 years old, and the challenges that he has.”

Paddack also assured that the officers did not give him any type of break.

“Somebody outside saying it’s a cover up, I am going to tell the public right now, the police are not covering up for Mark Paddack,” he said. “If Mark Paddack did something wrong, then I deserve to be charged and given a day in court before a jury of my peers. There was not a crime Friday night.”

Prior to Tuesday’s meeting, Council President Matt James said, based

on reports he received about Friday’s incident, that it is “pretty obvious” that Paddack has “some major issues that he needs to maybe seek some counseling or some help on” and he hopes Paddack does that.

James called Paddack’s behavior “embarrassing” and said he was concerned about the safety of Paddack’s son.

“I’m concerned about the situation and I really hope that Mark gets the help he needs. That should be his number one focus,” James said. “And obviously it’s embarrassing for the town to have a council member acting out like that in public. And he needs to do what he needs to do for his family and he needs to focus on that.”

Despite James’ and Buas’ comments, Councilman John Gehrig cautioned at Tuesday’s meeting against

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placing too much judgement on fellow council members through the creation of a code of conduct. He also said he was not sure that it is the council’s place to take action in this instance.

“What I don’t want to be is judging another person,” Gehrig said.

“Whether he should be sitting here or not, frankly, the way our system works, that’s up to the voters. He didn’t steal money, he didn’t meet any of the other requirements … I think our personal opinion and business side of it are different.”

Gehrig also suggested “man to man” that Paddack look into taking some time off, for a month or so, to address the issues with his family.

Paddack said in response that he would think about the request and plans to say more at Monday’s meet-

ing.

“What happened on Friday was something that should not have happened in the way that it happened but it was not criminal,” he said. “But there are other circumstances, personally, with our broken family that have not been totally addressed yet.”

The full incident report from last week’s incident is also still not available. Ashley Miller, the deputy communications manager for the police department, said in an email Tuesday that it is an ongoing investigation with the Department of Social Services and that once the investigation is complete the report can be obtained.

The next City Council meeting is set 6 p.m., Monday, April 18, at City Hall.

Staff writer Greg Wehner also contributed to this report.

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A proposed athletic complex some 110 miles away in Elkton could also stiffen competition regionally, Gisriel said.

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Project would create 2,450 spots for seasonal workers Continued from Page 4 residence hall-style building for about 300 J-1 work and travel students, H-2B Nonimmigrant Temporary workers, American college students, and anyone else classified as a seasonal worker at an undisclosed location on Dorchester Street.

Several other spots across the resort were also floated over the course of last year, but none panned out.

Now, company officials are eyeing two potential properties in West Ocean City to provide about 2,450 beds for seasonal workers and have solicited help from both city and county officials to make it happen.

At Tuesday’s work session, City Council members voted to send a letter of support for a state bond to support the project to members of the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, the Maryland Community Development Authority.

The approval came on the heels of the county commissioners doing the same thing last week upon request from Holtz Builders Owner Dan Bullock and Berlin financial advisor James Bergey.

Council members also agreed to

direct staff members to work with Worcester County officials to draft an agreement for extra required sewer capacity.

City Manager Terry McGean explained, based on information from Public Works Director Hal Adkins, that the city has plenty of capacity within its wastewater treatment plant and collection infrastructure to accommodate the project.

Company officials have also asked to extend city bus service to the properties. McGean said the sites are close to the park and ride in West Ocean City and that Adkins has said that extending the service there would not be an issue.

Before voting Tuesday, Councilman John Gehrig suggested meeting soon to discuss all of the public workforce housing projects in the works around the city. The projects include several that the Ocean City Development Corporation is spearheading for J-1 workers and city seasonal employees. Gherig said it would also be helpful to know how much seasonal housing is needed for town workers.

“I just think we need to lay it all out and see what we’re talking about,” he said.

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By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) The Ocean City Tourism Commission, which is made up of members of City Council, business owners, and representatives of the restaurant and lodging industries, met Monday at the convention center on 40th Street where they discussed several upcoming events and topics.

PBR Director of Special Events Frank Miller said Professional Bull Riding, or PBR, organizers are looking for $75,000 worth of financial assistance from the resort to help cover costs associated with holding a firsttime event at the beach from June 35.

In return, organizers said they will give the city $5 per $50 ticket sold, and if the event sells out, they claim it will be “a wash,” according to Miller.

Tom Perlozzo, the city’s director of tourism and business development said 1,028 tickets out of 15,000 tickets had been sold to the general admission event.

While the commission gave a favorable recommendation to help PBR, a monetary amount was not suggested.

Instead, the recommendation was to forward the request to City Council to discuss.

One thing that should change, com-

mission members said, was the name listed on advertisements. Many people do not know the correlation between PBR and Professional Bull Riding. Some may see PBR and think of the beer Pabst Blue Ribbon.

The recommendation was to spell out Professional Bull Riding.

As far as the money, Perlozzo said the city has helped several other events financially, including the Air Show.

Upcoming events Many events are being planned for the upcoming summer season.

Among them are several added-value attractions to be produced by Bob Rothermel and Team Productions.

Rothermel will present a the list to City Council soon, according to Miller.

Some of the events being considered incorporate the Ocean City Art League and Kite Loft and will be zero to low cost.

As for other happening, MOUs, or memorandums of understanding, will be presented to council for the upcoming Jellyfish Festival and Air Show on Monday, and Jeep Week organizers are still working on their application.

The BikeFest layout is still being worked on, and as a result, the application is still pending, according to Miller. The bands that have been anContinued on Page 15

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Resort Council approves state office leases

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) The Worcester County State’s Attorney and Department of Juvenile Services will soon be taking up residence in and around the Ocean City District Court building on 65th Street.

City Council members voted unanimously Tuesday to approve an agreement with Worcester County to allow members of the state’s attorney’s office to use about 430 square feet of vacant space in the northwest portion of the court building. City manager Terry McGean said the space has a reception area and two offices not in use that would accommodate the state’s attorney’s needs.

Council members also approved an agreement with the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services to lease a 20- by 40-foot area inside the new

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The State’s Attorney and Department of Juvenile Services will soon be taking up space inside and around the Ocean City District Court building on 65th Street.

Public Safety Support Building at 206 65th Street for seasonal office operations.

Members of the department require space near the courthouse during the summer. In years past, they operated out of a nearby temporary

trailer but with the construction of the new public safety support building, the city was able to offer them a permanent spot. Under the agreement, the space will be used by juvenile services personnel during the summer and by the police depart-

ment in the off-season.

According to the staff report, the juvenile services office could not feasibly operate from the area to be leased by the state’s attorney in the District Court building, as employees need about twice that amount of space.

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TOURISM COMMISSION Continued from Page 14 nounced for the motorcycle-themed event include Zac Brown Band and Kix. And finally, Sunfest is being revamped this year, as new concepts are being discussed that will modify the old layout while keeping some of the festival’s old characteristics.

Miller said the idea is to make it new and fresh for attendees.

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Ice machine Miller said ice is always available to vendors at Spring Fest, and as costs continue to rise, even on frozen water, options are being looked at to lessen the blow.

The special events director suggested to the commission it consider adding ice vending machines that charge $4 per bag instead of the anticipated $8 per bag of ice.

“We’re going to be the pilot,” Miller said, adding it will be zero cost to the town and the machine can be placed at Spring Fest. “The machine keeps the cost down to where it was historically.”

The ice machine can produce 1,900 pounds of ice per day and would have the option of eliminating plastic bags as ice can be dispensed directly into coolers.

The new device would also reduce the carbon footprint of the delivery truck, Miller added, which operates on a diesel engine.

If the ice machine does well, it could be used all over town, Miller said.

City Manager Terry McGean said the device could be used for Springfest, but if the vendor wants to place ice machines all over town, it will have to go before City Council members and an MOU would need to be drafted.

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Transportation Committee itemizes projects for state

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) From solutions to snow-covered LED signal lights to repairs and cleanup along Route 90, Ocean City transportation officials are working up their annual wish list for state highway money.

At a Transportation Committee Tuesday, Public Works Director Hal Adkins shared a rundown of bullet items that staff members and other officials have come up with to discuss during an upcoming work session with council members and representatives from the State Highway Administration.

Adkins said meetings are held twice a year to go over transportation priorities that officials want to see

funded.

The list Adkins presented is broken down into six categories of issues: traffic signal-related, median, signage, Route 50 bridge and bridge approach, and Route 90 and miscellaneous.

Council members have said they prefer that the Route 90 work, which is listed as replacement of a section of handrail taken out by an infamous overboard wreck last year and cleaning litter along the road sides, should be a top priority. And while county commissioners opted to remove the word “priority” from the request in a letter to state officials, City Manager Terry McGean said that it does not mean the projects will not be funded this year.

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Repairs and cleanup along Route 90 is listed as one of several projects that city transportation officials want to see receive funding from the state.

“The commissioners asked not to prioritize anything,” he explained.

“The state knows it’s a priority … I don’t really see that, what the county did, as having any major implications on what happens with Route 90.”

On Route 50, desired work includes repairing and replacing fencing, removing a drainage ditch and elevating the intersection at the base of the bridge. Signage issues include replacing and repairing various signs across the resort, and median issues are listed as accident monitoring in spots with no fencing and replacing light poles.

Officials have also brought up concerns about stormwater runoff in front of the Princess Royale on 91st Street,

and the timeline for restriping lanes along Coastal Highway, and Philadelphia and Baltimore avenues before the summer, which were included in the miscellaneous issues list.

Adkins told committee members to get all suggestions to him before the council work session on May 10.

McGean also told committee members Tuesday that he recently learned that federal grants are available for infrastructure projects and submitted a request for money to help with the roughly $20 million Baltimore Avenue utility burying project.

“We’ll see what happens,” McGean said. “It’s a long shot but we [applied for it].”

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Ocean City still short on bus drivers for upcoming season

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Transportation department staff members manned a booth at a job fair held April 2 at the Ocean City convention center in an effort to attract seasonal bus and tram employees.

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) While employee numbers for Ocean City’s Boardwalk tram division are still looking promising, resort transportation officials are concerned about how many bus drivers have been lined up for the summer.

At a Transportation Committee meeting Tuesday, Transportation Operations Manager George Peake reported that 59 bus drivers are locked in and available for scheduling when the season begins. The number has remained steady for the past two weeks, but sits about 20 below where officials want to be with the roster “Last year our goal was about 80,” Peake said. “We started at one time

with 77 and leveled off with 72. And that’s tough. There was a lot of overtime last year.”

Active recruitment efforts — including television spots, booths at local job fairs, and presentations at civic organizations — began shortly after the start of 2022. Officials said last month that they attracted enough employees to pretty much fill all of the tram driver and conductor spots, but the bus division fell short, not only with new recruits, but returning employees.

Peake said Tuesday that 10 seasonal drivers from 2021 will definitely not return, which equates to 34 deployments. He also contacted another six from 2019 and 2020, and got one possibility.

As far as new employees, five driver applications were not returned, and 10 potential applicants stated they are seeking more than the $17.75 an hour salary. Peake said he directly contacted the latter.

Peake also said that he had some promising conversations with potential employees at recent job fairs.

“I feel I could possibly have gotten three tram driver prospects, three tram conductors and five bus drivers,” Peake said of the recent Ocean City job fair on April 2.

On the downside, though, he said some applicants were already forced to withdraw their interest because of gas prices.

“I had some real good prospects from the Delaware job fair but those people live up near Harrington and can’t afford the fuel now to come to Ocean City,” he said.

The possible bus driver shortage raised some concerns among Transportation Committee members Tuesday.

Councilman Tony DeLuca, who sits on the committee, said the trends are worrying. He recalled lofty goals from years past in the 120 to 150 range that now seem completely unattainable.

Public Works Director Hal Adkins said that he would love to see 80 or 90 bus drivers, but any more would probably be impossible..

“Not meant as a negative, not meant as a positive, meant more as a realist comment from me, there is just no way I ever see reaching 120, 150 drivers,” he said. “It’s just not going to happen.”

Committee members agreed to ramp up recruitment and look into adding more full-time drivers sooner rather than later to try and remedy the issue.

The summer season officially kicks off Memorial Day weekend but events like Springfest set for the first weekend of May and Cruisin’ Ocean City May 19-22 typically bring large crowds that may create a need for more bus deployments.

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Transit mask mandate stays

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) When Public Works Director Hal Adkins drew up the agenda for Tuesday’s Transportation Committee meeting, he was fairly certain that he would have a clear directive regarding a federal mask mandate still in place for public transit.

But as omicron subvariant BA.2 ticks up the number of virus cases in pockets of the world, and federal officials argue back and forth about the “science” of masking on airplanes, buses and other transportation vessels, the guidance was still pretty muddy.

At least until Wednesday, when federal officials announced that the mandate would officially be extended until May 3.

The requirement, which has been in place since the start of the pandemic in 2020, was initially set to expire March 18. But, despite major declines in cases and hospitalizations across the country, federal officials deemed it was too early and extended it another month to April 18. Then five days before, they opted to extend it again for another 15 days.

Transportation Operations Manager George Peake said Tuesday that he has kept a close eye on the latest news regarding the mandate because of how much it affects his department.

“I have been following this pretty darn close because it really hits us, whether the masks go or leave, either way,” he said.

As of last Friday morning, Peake said he believed the April 18 lift date would stand. But the next morning, he got a different vibe following news that BA.2 was creating surges of cases in some areas.

Earlier this week, Philadelphia health officials announced that they would be reinstating a citywide indoor mask mandate beginning April 18 because of a stark rise in cases. According to data, the city’s hospitalization numbers and overall case rates were still low, but cases were going up at a rate that concerned officials.

And while local case rates are also still low, Peake said an outbreak occurred recently at the Ocean Pines Public Works Department.

“They had to close their building last week,” he said. “Five tested positive.”

Adkins said Tuesday that if the mandate was authorized to be lifted on April 18, officials would have been ready to remove signs and get back to normal.

“The minute they decide they lift the mask mandate, within about a matter 24 to 36 hours,

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A federal mask mandate for all transportation vessels, including public buses, has been extended to May 3, 15 days past the initial April 18 lift date.

we’ll have signs back out as if the mask mandate never existed,” he said.

The mandate that requires face coverings on public transit vessels has been one federal law that has really stuck since the pandemic began.

It applies to everything from airplanes to buses to shuttles. Uber and Lyft also require masks and other ride share services under their company policies, and have not indicated that mandates will be lifted if the federal directive goes away.

Peake said after Tuesday’s meeting that his drivers are pretty much used to wearing masks while they are on duty, although it can sometimes be taxing, as some of them work 10-hour shifts.

He also said that they have not reported having any issues policing the mandates in the offseason. He said he believes most people are aware that masks are required before boarding.

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By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) The Ocean City Police Commission, comprised of members of the police department, the City Council and the mayor, though the mayor was not there, met on Monday, and discussed the state of hiring, parking restrictions, and a street closure, among many things. Here’s a rundown of a few key items.

Police recruitment Ocean City Police Department Chief Ross Buzzuro said testing season was finishing and numbers are less than previous years.

Out of the 115 applicants for seasonal officer positions, 49 failed the physical agility or

background test, 26 were hired, and 17 were still being processed.

In March, nine people applied for seasonal positions and only one was hired. At the time of the meeting, three applicants were going through the process and five had failed one or more of the tests.

The department is also trying to fill public safety aide positions, and this year those jobs drew 50 applicants. Of those, 18 failed tests and 22 were given conditional offers. The chief’s report noted that 13 applicants were still going through the process.

With several former PSA and seasonal officers returning, Buzzuro said, at best, the department could get 102 people hired in time for the season.

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POLICE COMMISSION BRIEFS Continued from Page 21 Realistically, though, he said the department will more than likely hire between 80 and 90 seasonal positions.

Buzzuro also said he feels the staffing will be consistent with where the department was last year and will be “adequately operational…especially on the Boardwalk.”

“We’re struggling everywhere right now,” City Councilman Lloyd Martin said. “I think everybody is.”

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The owner of a property along Worcester Street in downtown Ocean City requested to have a parking space adjacent to his building be unpaid, or free. If approved by City Council members, the space would not only be free to him, but to the entire public. The request was introduced to the police commission on Monday, and was forwarded to the council with the commission’s endorsement.

City Manager Terry McGean brought two items to the police commission, one of which dealt with parking meters along Worcester Street.

McGean said the city received a request from a property owner along Worcester Street to have a parking space adjacent to their property as unpaid.

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granting the property owner and the public a free spot because it would not entail a no parking sign.

Instead, an orange dot would be placed on the spot, signaling that it is an unpaid parking spot.

To approve the request, a change to the ordinance would need to be made by City Council, changing the number of paid parking spaces along Worcester Street between Baltimore Avenue and the Boardwalk.

The item will be presented to City Council at a later date.

Street closure McGean also presented the commission with a request that came

through the city’s Special Events Director Frank Miller and Bob Rothermel of Team Productions, to close Dorchester Street in downtown Ocean City, between St. Louis Avenue and the bay.

The closure would take place on May 21 for an event scheduled to take place in the area.

McGean said he needed to check with the fire marshal and commission before approving the request.

“Provided the fire marshal’s ok with it, I don’t have a problem with it,” he said.

Buzzuro also said he saw no problem with the request, and it was approved 3-0 by Councilmen Martin, Peter Buas, and Matt James.

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The Central Landfill and Homeowner Convenience Centers (HOCCs) will be closed Friday, April 15, and open during standard hours of operation Saturday, April 16.

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Second covid-19 boosters available AGH administering shots to eligible individuals, research underway to improve dosage

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) As federal health officials work to develop a longer lasting covid booster shot, second boosters are available locally for eligible individuals to ensure they stay protected.

Heather Snyder, the infection prevention manager at Atlantic General Hospital, said in an email Wednesday that the hospital is administering second booster shots to interested individuals who are moderately or severely immunocompromised and over the age of 50 if they are four months from receipt of their first boosters.

“Additionally, anyone who received Janssen/Johnson & Johnson for their COVID-19 vaccine and/or booster dose may receive a second mRNA booster four months after the first,” Snyder added.

Eligible individuals can visit the RediScripts Pharmacy in the lobby of the hospital during scheduled vaccine clinics to receive their shots.

First booster shots became available to the general public last year and Snyder said that evidence shows that their protection seems to wane after four months. In turn, health officials and members of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are “openly discussing the need for an additional approach to maintain long term immunity in the future.”

“Additional booster doses may be vastly different from current offerings; time will tell,” she said.

In the meantime, officials are

working on a third booster for vulnerable individuals who may need it in the fall. She said members of an advisory committee were meeting this week to go over options.

“Discussions to date have noted that a future booster may be different from those currently offered,” she said.

The existing second booster shots are identical to the first. Pfizer shots are the same strength as the original vaccine series and Moderna doses are halved.

Hospital officials reported that a total of 41 vaccines were administered in the last week in Worcester County, which is up from the single digit and low teen numbers that have been counted over the past few weeks.

Snyder also said that while the omicron subvariant, BA.2, is responsible for rises in cases in certain pockets of the world and country — namely neighboring Pennsylvania that recently saw a 70 percent uptick in positivity rates — the case rates locally remain “at precedented lows.”

In turn, she said federal health officials do not believe that a nationwide surge is looming.

Weekly vaccine numbers, testing info, and more: • As of Thursday, Maryland providers administered more than 11.6 million covid-19 vaccines for a total of 95 percent of residents 18 and older with at least one dose. The percentage of residents 5 and older with at least one dose was 92.1 percent.

• This week, a total of 76.03 percent of the county’s population had received at least one covid vaccine and 69.74 percent were fully vacci-

nated for a total 13,915 vaccines administered.

• Atlantic General staff members administered 41 shots in the last week.

• Atlantic General Hospital hosts vaccine clinics for patients ages 5 and older from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday at its pharmacy in the main lobby of the hospital. All three types of vaccines are offered.

• The Worcester County Health Department typically holds vaccine clinics weekly. For more information, visit worcesterhealth.org/protectmenu/1726-worcester-county-mdcoronavirus-covid-19 information-2020 • The Biden administration made covid tests available to every registered household address in America.

Interested individuals can claim tests by logging on to covidtests.gov.

Weekly covid numbers: • As of Thursday, Worcester County’s covid-19 positivity rate was 3 percent with a total of 8,653 cases reported since March 2020.

• The state’s positivity rate was 2.76 percent with a little more than a million confirmed covid cases counted since the start of the pandemic.

• Atlantic General Hospital reported zero covid in-patients this week.

• Ocean Pines and Berlin reported 3,368 cases and Ocean City had 1,852 Wednesday.

• Worcester County has reported 157 covid deaths since March 2020.

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HOROSCOPE ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, daydreams could tempt you away from your work this week. Try to stay grounded, but explore creative pursuits. Make time on your schedule for such activities.

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) Bunny meeting and candy hunting activities abound over Easter weekend in Ocean City, Ocean Pines and Berlin.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, call a meeting with business partners or prospective partners and embrace creative collaboration this week. Being part of a team will get the ideas flowing.

Ocean City The Roland E. Powell Convention Center on 40th Street will host both a “Kids Fun Fair” and Easter Arts & Crafts Show on Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Kids Fun Fair offers a range of diversions, games and contests for youth.

Highlights include Easter egg hunts, magic shows, juggling performances and an appearance by Beanny the Easter Bunny.

Cost for adults is $5, with seniors and attendees 18 or younger costing $4.

Children ages three and under are free, as well as military, police of firefighters with proper identification.

Northside Park on 125th Street will host an “Easter Bunny Funshop” egg hunt for children ages 2-10 on Saturday at 1 p.m.

Cost is $8 per child, with Ocean City resident property owners costing $6 for each kid.

Participation is limited to hunt down prize-filled eggs and advance registration is highly encouraged.

For more information call Ocean City Recreation and Parks at 410-250-0125.

To honor the religious holiday, Ocean City Baptist Church is holding an Easter Sunrise Service from 6-7 a.m. on Sunday.

Worshippers should meet on the Boardwalk at North Division Street.

Easter fun is also on tap for the Boardwalk, including the grand reopening of Trimper’s Rides on Saturday with holiday-themed celebrations.

To add some spark to a day filled with fun, food, games and, obviously, amusement rides, Radio Ocean City will broadcast from the location between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Following a ribbon-cutting ceremony at noon children can catch the Easter

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Children run around the ballfield at Northside Park on 125th Street last year, scooping up eggs during the annual Easter hunt. This year’s event kicks off at 1 p.m. on Saturday.

Bunny, who will be on site for an egg hunt.

Creative juices will be emboldened from noon to 4 p.m. when the Art League of Ocean City offers an array of art projects.

In addition to the Feet of Fire Dance Troupe performing at 2 p.m., other highlights will include Easter crafts, photo opportunities, a duck pond and food menu with $3 items.

In addition, Trimper’s Rides will see the return of the “OC Big Wheel” to its amusement lineup for the summer season.

The Ferris wheel is one of two Big Wheels in the United States, reaching 149 feet in the air. Guests will enjoy panoramic views of the coast in 36 enclosed gondolas that spin for 10 minutes.

The “OC Big Wheel” grand opening will take place on Saturday at noon.

For more information, visit trimperrides.com/events.

Jolly Roger Amusement Park at the Pier will have rides and games in operation for the entire weekend.

Jolly Roger will open at noon on Friday and Saturday and at 11 a.m. on Easter Sunday.

The Easter Bunny will be on hand to take pictures for free, along with gifts for kids, on Friday from 2-4 p.m. and from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday .

Jolly Roger’s Speedworld go-karts and Treasure mini-golf on 30th Street will also be open on Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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The Town of Berlin will host its annual Spring Celebration on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event is sponsored by the Berlin Chamber of Commerce.

The full-day slate of activities will include holiday-themed games and crafts with food options for all ages.

Downtown will be abuzz with businesses and vendors, with special features including the Celtic Pierogie familyfriendly variety show from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Scales and Tales from 1-4 p.m. and select readings from children’s’ author Katie Ruskey, who is known for works such as “The A B Seas of Ocean City” and “How to Plant a Jellybean.”

The Taylor House Museum will host an egg hunt on its lawn at 1 p.m.

The “Easter Bonnet Parade” will start at 4 p.m. and head south on Main Street from Worcester Youth and Family to the Atlantic Hotel.

Winners will be selected for most original, eco-friendly and best overall, with those selected taking home a Dolle’s Candyland gift basket.

Also, the Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt will run through Sunday. Lists of participating businesses can be obtained from the Visitors’ Center. Find all 30 eggs and be entered into a contest to win one of four $50 gift cards to World of Toys.

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VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, positive vibes at your place of employment will help you appreciate you are earning a living. Utilize this positive energy as motivation to complete a key project.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you may have creative goals spinning around in your head, but this is the time to bring some structure to those ideas. Ask a friend for help in that matter.

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Ocean Pines Holiday activities are planned for Saturday at White Horse Park. Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks is sponsoring an Easter/Spring Celebration from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The all-ages event is free to attend and includes an egg hunt for children ages 10 and under, carnival games, moon bounce house, bonnet contest and, of course, candy.

Coinciding with the celebration, the Ocean Pines Farmers and Artisans Market has special offerings for Easter feasts from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Dubbed the MEGA Brain exhibit, the walk-through inflatable allowed students to tour the central nervous system’s most critical organ and see how drinking alcohol or using drugs affects its different parts.

“This is a part of the Stephen Decatur Middle School Substance Abuse Campaign,” Mindy Ouellet, a health educator at the school said on Tuesday. “Kids are struggling. They’re really struggling with what the right decisions are.”

Ouellet played a key part in organizing the event, which took place in the middle school’s gym.

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Using goggles that distorted the students’ vision, they were tasked with things like walking a straight line and throwing a beanbag into a hole.

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■ THE DOUGH ROLLER 41st Street and Coastal Highway 410-5249254; 70th Street and Coastal Highway 410-524-7981, www.TheDoughRoller.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Online ordering See downtown locations for description.

■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ 6701 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City 443-6645639, www.longboardcafe.net $$-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Classic and creative American dishes and cocktails are showcased in a festive, surfthemed setting with weekly specials. Featuring burgers, tacos, prime rib, seafood and more. Open every day at 11 a.m., closed Tuesdays.

■ MARLIN MOON Located in the Double Tree Hotel, 3301 Atlantic Ave., Ocean City 410-289-1201, www.marlinmoonocmd.com $$ Sunday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to

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■ BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH 12601 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City 443-6642896, www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Opens at 3 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday and noon to 10 p.m., Friday through Sunday. Louisiana-style cooking with specials for Valentine’s Day and Fat Tuesday Specials. Featuring surf and turf, fantastic chicken dishes, seafood gumbo, fried catfish, jambalaya prime rib and many more.

Champagne and desserts.

■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, BREAKERS PUB & LENNY’S BEACH BAR & GRILL Inside the Ocean City Fontainebleau Resort, 101st Street, Ocean City 410-5243535, ocbeachresort.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving beach-inspired dishes in our oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breakers Pub. Horizons: Open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Breakers Pub: 11 a.m. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner including light fare and steamer specials.

■ NORI SUSHI BAR & GRILL Inside the Gold Coast Mall, 11403 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City 443-880-6258 $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving daily small plates, soups, salads, sandwiches, fried rice, entrees and desserts. Also, a full menu of Nori’s Premium Rolls, Nigiri and Sashimi with fresh classic hand roll combos. Full-service bar with wine, beer and cocktails. Offering inside dining and take out, 7 days a week,

WEST OCEAN CITY ■ COASTAL SMOKEHOUSE 12513 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City 410-390-5998, coastalsmokehouse.com $$-$$$ | Full bar with 18 TVs Coastal Smokehouse caters to the steak and barbecue expert inside of us all with a menu that tours the nation's hottest barbecue destinations and a top-notch bourbon list with which to wash it all down. Open 7days a week for lunch and dinner from noon to 11 p.m.

■ OC CHOPSTICKS Asian Bistro 12741 Ocean Gateway, Suite 890, West Ocean City (Outlets Ocean City) 410-8011111, www.occhopsticks.com $$ | Beer | Premium Sake Offering a wide array of authentic Chinese, Japanese and Thai food. Dine-in and carryout. Lunch specials. Dinner and lite fare.

Sunday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

OCEAN PINES ■ CLUBHOUSE BAR AND GRILLE 100 Clubhouse Drive, Ocean Pines 410641-7222, oceanpinesgolf.org/dining $$ | Full bar With sweeping views of the 18th hole, the new Clubhouse Bar and Grille serves freshly prepared breakfast and lunch items. Full bar. Open daily, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., weather permitting.

■ OCEAN PINES YACHT CLUB 1 Mumford Landing Road, Ocean Pines 410-641-7222, www.OPyachtclub.com $$-$$$ | Full bar The Ocean Pines Yacht Club offers casual coastal cuisine for lunch and dinner in a beautiful bayfront setting. Fresh seafood, signature drinks, live music and more. Open Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m.

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(Left) Stephen Decatur Middle School hosted the MEGA Brain on Tuesday to show students the effects of drugs and alcohol on the central nervous system organ. Pictured are Worcester County Public Schools Health Education Coordinator Tamara Mills, left, and Health Teacher Mindy Ouellet. (Right) Students had the opportunity to walk through the “brain,” where they were met by Pierre Benitez of Medical Inflatables, who explained and helped them visualize the impacts of substance abuse.

Inflatable shows how substances hurt brain Continued from Page 28 happening in their body, and we’re happy to be part of it.”

Bowen said she is the president and CEO of building Mosaic Solutions Inc., a nonprofit that sponsored the MEGA Brain exhibit for $8,000. The money was paid with a federal grant, she said.

Medical Inflatables is a Houston, Texas company that provides large-scale and interactive models of the human anatomy to instruct people about the risks, symptoms, and causes of diseases.

The brain that was inflated in the gym allowed students to pass through the organ while looking at the different parts of it, all marked with signs. An expert was also inside, who explained what the students were seeing.

Educating students early on is important to Bowen because, as she said, parts of the brain develop until a person reaches the age of 25, and drugs can stunt that growth.

She said the exhibit also aims to prevent students from engaging in risk be-

havior, resulting in destructive decisions.

“They’re engaged and making risky decisions, and that’s all affected by their brain,” Bowen said. “We want to prevent any further damage and help make them wise choices to continue to reach for their goals.”

The Berlin Prevention Works Coalition works other schools such as Stephen Decatur High School, where it does monthly activities with students to show them alternatives to drugs.

But getting the MEGA Brain and ac-

tivities setup wouldn’t have been possible without the efforts of a few faculty members.

“Ms. Ouellet and her team here at Stephen Decatur Middles school have done an amazing job of making sure that this experience was successful and impactful for students,” Tamara Mills, the district’s coordinator of health education said. “Her hard work and efforts do not go unnoticed, and the community is grateful to have a teacher like her here.”

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Asparagus ‘most majestic’ vegetable

By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (April 15, 2022) My mother is the queen of snapshots. Every minute detail of the Walker’s past has been diligently recorded for keepsake recollections.

It’s mesmerizing how a single picture can bring back so many fond remembrances.

Allow me to turn back the hands of time to March 30, 2013.

It had been several months since I have been able to visit with my family, but fate held out its hand and a bond of trust cleared the path for a quick getaway to Woodbine, Maryland. Eagerness is the blue plate special; my heavy foot must behave.

The sparkling hues of the Eastern Shore refracted in the passing wind as a spectacle of dazzling luminance twinkled ahead.

Once passed the accelerated streaking flash of urbanism, a sense of manifestation took over my being and serenity hummed my favorite tune. It wasn’t until the moon tucked mother nature in bed, I knew home was near.

As I pulled into the driveway, the pond was frolicking in the lunar delight. Magnificent trees bowed in formality that is only fitting for such an estate. Statuesque columns demand the utmost attention, but a single candle in each window glows with warmth and southern hospitality.

Silence is full of life if one is willing to listen. The stillness of the evening echoed the nocturnal life before me.

I tiptoed inside, careful not to wake my parents. Even the fireplace was at peace, but a glow of fervor bid me hello. My entire life was resting on the kitchen table. Mother had put together a photo album of my childhood.

A much-needed bottle of Chateau St. Jean was chilled to perfection. A bouquet of gorgeous spring flowers and a chocolate Easter bunny accompanied the album. These thoughtful touches were by way of dad.

My father was not a man of words and affection was a spice he rarely used. Love is personal and cannot be generalized; we were adored and that is what is important.

As the wine soothes my soul, I peak into the album. The wings of wisdom prevail and a particular photo captures my fancy. I am 2 years of age, impeccably adorned in my Sunday best and proudly holding my goodies from the Easter bunny.

Innocence and sincerity are the flavors of the day. Matching bonnet and coat symbolize much sacrifice. Tiny white gloves are indicative of refinement. Wealth is not a measurement of sophistication. Hard work, honesty and perseverance are the sweetness of character.

Another sip of wine entices me to partake of my chocolate bunny. I can’t help but wonder if pride or disap-

pointment is perched in my parent’s nest of thoughts?

It has been a long day and the thought of a cozy, soft bed beckons me to call it a night, but the tranquility is mesmerizing and I find myself to be quite content. It is then that I realized there is no feeling like being home. And with that thought, I retired for the evening.

Turning the hands of time to present day, asparagus are a family favorite and with good reason.

Out of all the vegetables that grace our bountiful tables, asparagus are the most majestic. Their grand appearance sets them apart and has earned them the title - the king of vegetables.

Asparagus lose their flavor quickly, so the sooner you cook them the better off you are.

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Asparagus with Parmigiano-Reggiano crust Continued from Page 31 store in the refrigerator.

Creativity is a good thing and should always be a consideration.

Steamed asparagus with hollandaise sauce are decadent, roasted asparagus are rustic, and both preparations are predictable.

So, let’s take a look at some tasty options. Consider wrapping thin slices of prosciutto around the asparagus for a finger-friendly side.

Pickled asparagus are a wonderful addition to cheese platters. The acidity helps cut the richness of the cheese.

Fresh asparagus topped with a crunchy Parmigiano-Reggiano crust is decadent and easy to make. Simply steam the asparagus until they are al dente.

Top with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, panko bread crumbs, and herbs de province mixture. Broil until the cheese melts and develops a golden-brown color.

If the asparagus are thick, you must peel them from the head to the base. The skin of thick asparagus is very tough. By the time the skin is cooked, the flesh will be mushy.

Parmigiano-Reggiano is expensive. Regular parmesan cheese works well and will cut down on the cost of the dish.

Easter is one of the biggest holidays of the year and one’s menu should highlight this celebration.

Fresh asparagus crowned with a Parmigiano-Reggiano crust is decadent and worthy of a king. Enjoy!

1 tablespoon Herbs de Province kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 1. Cut off the white part of the asparagus, they are tough and undesirable. Peel the asparagus from the head to the end of the stalk. If the asparagus are thin, do not peel.

2. In a small bowl, mix the cheese, panko, herbs de province, and salt.

3. Steam until al dente, the timing will depend on the thickness of the asparagus.

4. Remove immediately, turn the oven to broil, and spoon on Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese mixture.

5. Broil until cheese obtains a golden-brown color.

6. Remove from oven, add a dusting of freshly ground pepper and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and serve immediately.

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BOOK CLUB The Republican Women of Worcester County’s Red Shoe Book Club recently met and discussed “To Rescue the Republic: Ulysses S. Grant, The Fragile Union, and the Crisis of 1876,” written by Bret Baier. The group meets quarterly to discuss timely books that focus on various topics of social, political and historic interest to its members. Pictured, in front, are Raye Simpson, Marge Matturro and Gloria Moyer; and in back, Pat Prince, Carol Frazier, Susan Ostrowski, Nina Willett, Linda Siriani, Kathleen Tallmen and Liz Mumford.

DONATION At a recent meeting of the Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department, Ladies Auxiliary members Tina Rogers and Krista Radena presented a check for $15,000 to Gary McCabe, the BVFD’s current treasurer. These funds were collected during fundraisers that the Ladies Auxiliary held during 2021.

To assist the auxiliary in its fundraising efforts, call 619-922-9950 to volunteer.

ART SHOW (Left) Betsy Hall Harrison, judge and sponsor of the Shirley Hall Youth Art Show at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street in March, is pictured with Arie Morningstar, first-place winner in the middle school division. Morningstar is a seventh grader at Stephen Decatur Middle School. (Right) Hannah Dang, a junior at Stephen Decatur High School, won second place in the high school division.

SUPPORTING HUMANE SOCIETY Once again the Ocean City Jeep Club came through big for the Worcester County Humane Society. On Feb. 19, the group hosted its annual food/supply drive for the shelter with 54 Jeeps participating.

They brought to the Berlin no-kill shelter a large amount of supplies such as dog/cat food, treats, toys, office supplies, bleach, paper towels, Clorox wipes and other cleaning supplies as well as many other items, in addition to over $1,000 in cash and gift card donations.

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DONATION CLUB MEETING “Strengthen the Roots of Service” was the district governor’s topic at a recent Ocean City Lions Club meeting. The Lions are the world’s largest service organization and their single mission since 1917 is simply “to serve.” Pictured, from left, are Kathy Crockett, second vice district governor; Carol Schoonover, first vice district governor; Ginny Studley, cabinet secretary; David Studley, district governor; Ronnie Dorr, cabinet treasurer; and Scott Stark, OC Lions president.

The 4STEPS Therapeutic Riding Program in Parsonsburg, uses horses to “enhance and improve the lives of children and adults with special needs. The program is adventure-based therapeutic/adaptive horseback riding and equine-assisted services.” Pictured are Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean PinesOcean City President Tim Lund, left, and 4STEPS Executive Director Sandy Winter, who accepted a $500 donation.

RING CEREMONY The annual Worcester Preparatory School Junior Ring Ceremony took place on Feb. 9. It is tradition that seniors present the juniors with their rings along with a few insightful comments as to why the recipient is special to them. Pictured, from left, are Jack Gardner, Head of School Dr. John McDonald, Griffin Jones, Harrison Humes, Assistant Head of School and Head of Upper School Mike Grosso, Austin Gentry and Logan Ginnavan.

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ESSAY CONTEST Berlin Intermediate School student Ara Kang, placed third in the Elks Lodge Americanism Essay Contest. She wrote an essay that addressed the different ways that one can show love of their country. Her essay will go on to compete at the state-level. Principal Ryan Cowder, left, along with Allen and Gretchen Meyer of the Ocean City Elks Lodge were on hand to present her with the award.

Worcester Preparatory School recently announced this year’s Upper School (grades 9-12) Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and Ocean CityBerlin Optimist Club essay and art contest winners.

(Top) Pictured, from left, are winners of the Ocean City-Berlin Optimist Club essay contest, first place, Angeline Todorov; and third place, Jayden Scopp; English teacher Megan Leslie; and Daughters of the American Revolution American History Essay Contest winners; first place, James Haley, and second place, Travis Netting. (Left) Aria Islam’s drawing, “Use to Be Mine” placed second and Izzy Huber’s painting, “Veridan” took first in the art contest.

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Delmarva Birding Weekend held April 20-25 (April 15, 2022) The 2022 Delmarva Birding Weekend has evolved into birding week, when hundreds of nature enthusiasts will flock to the shore April 20-25 to enjoy the full array of mid-Atlantic birds as the region welcomes warblers, tanagers and other spring migrants and prepares to say goodbye to its loons, falcons and waterfowl as they head north.

Registration is open at www.delmarvabirding.com.

New this year is a walk into the depths of the 60,000-acre Nas-

sawango woodlands, where songbirds still cling to the vestiges of the once-mighty eastern forest.

Trips will again include birding the Harriet Tubman Byway, a jaunt around the wildlands by Phillips Landing near Laurel, Delaware, and a stroll through the Delaware Botanic gardens where folks will be fascinated by the profusion of feathers and flowers.

As always, the Shorebird Explorer with traverse the coastal bays behind Ocean City and Assateague from Talbot Street in Ocean City, and a daylong trip to Smith Island will include

its world famous cakes in the form of crab and confection.

Spring Birding Weekend staples continue to include an Ocean City inlet and Berlin Heron Park trip, the Chincoteague Bay Landings trip, and Ayers, Pocomoke and Nassawango paddles. Nature lovers can register for just one field trip, or multiple ones each day.

Guided by local, fun-loving birders with decades-long experience, the trips will accommodate visitors from the curious nature lover to fowl fanatics. Every year, birdwatchers from surrounding states descend on Delmarva for the event.

“This is one of our biggest natureoriented weekends,” said Melanie Pursel, Worcester County tourism director. “People go crazy over the number of warblers and shorebirds, but they will see a lot more than that birding with our guides around Assateague Island and our cypress swamps near Snow Hill. Newport Farms and Ayers Creek are especially beautiful this time of year.”

Social events for new and experienced birders are scheduled throughout the weekend.

These socially-distanced “Tally Rallies” are held at local breweries, bars and restaurants, and allow participants to add to the species checklist and swap nature stories with new friends.

Indeed participants recount the event in terms of experiences rather than simply observing birds – a majestic Bald Eagle soaring over the marsh, a Tri-colored Heron in breeding plumage catching fish, or the eerie hoot and shadow of a Barred Owl at dusk. An outdoor experience is the true draw.

The Delmarva Peninsula is one of the country’s premier birding areas, thanks to an extensive variety of habitat protected by coastal parks, refuges and wildlife management areas.

More than 400 bird species have been recorded in the region and previous Weekend tallies have topped 200 species.

If boasting that many species isn’t enough, participants should feel even better knowing that they’ve helped Delmarva’s birds by promoting birding and habitat conservation.

Birders, both novice and experienced, make an important statement about the economic value of birds and their habitats through the money they spend in local hotels, restaurants and shops. Participants are encouraged to remind local businesses that they are here to enjoy Delmarva’s natural areas and the birds that inhabit them.

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Continued from Page 36 bald cypress forests that make the Delmarva Peninsula one of the finest birding regions in the nation,” said guide and organizer Dave Wilson.

“During the Weekend, our guests will hike on private farmland and woodland that are normally off-limits to birders, and our waterborne trips go where the birds are.”

Wilson added that most trips are not physically taxing and that the event provides a rare opportunity to tally 100 species in a day in places that are normally inaccessible to the public.

Sponsors for the events include the Dogfish INN, Maryland’s Coast

(Worcester County Tourism), Southern Delaware Tourism, the Boardwalk Hotel Group, Jolly Roger Amusement Park, the Maryland Coastal Bays Program, the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays, and Somerset County (MD) Tourism. Special thanks also go to the private property owners who allow access to their properties for this weekend.

Additional sponsor and registration information, field trip descriptions and other resources for Delmarva Birding are available at www.delmarvabirding.com. To become a sponsor or for additional information, call 443-614-0261 or email dmvbirds@gmail.com.

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Decatur High students take prize for stock market game

It was a banner performance by the trio of William Mehan, Tristyn Wolf and Koree Cooper in the Maryland Council on Economic Education Fall Stock Market Game. The team of three earned a whopping 63 percent return on a virtual $100,000 investment and first place in the region.

They are pictured with Principal Tom Sites, left, and Business and Economics teacher Kurt Marx.

(April 15, 2022) A team of students at Stephen Decatur High School used thoughtful investing and strong financial literacy skills to win the Maryland Southern Region High School Championship of the Fall Stock Market Game competition, organized by the Maryland Council on Economic Education (MCEE).

The Stock Market Game gives teams of students from across Maryland an imaginary

$100,000 to invest over 10 weeks on the New York, American and NASDAQ markets.

More than 713 teams competed in the Stock Market Game this fall. The Stephen Decatur team of William Mehan, Tristyn Wolf and Koree Cooper achieved the highest return on their portfolio for high school teams in the region - approximately 64 percent - to earn the title.

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Team nets highest profit return Grants for pollinator gardens Continued from Page 38 The team used theories and skills taught in classes and was guided by Stephen Decatur High School educators and advisor Kurt Marx.

The Maryland Council on Economic Education offers the Stock Market Game to students and teachers throughout Maryland each spring and fall to provide education about stock markets, the American economic system and the global economy.

Participants develop skills in math, language arts, research and critical thinking, while building and maintaining a stock portfolio.

The unique competition gives students real-world experience in investing, requiring them to make decisions about the direction of markets, buying or selling stocks and completing transactions online.

With real-time portfolio statement updates, teams are able to see how their team ranks compared to others, as well as the current value of their stocks.

The Stephen Decatur High School team will be celebrated at the Maryland Council on Economic Education’s Annual Student Achievement and Awards Program this spring.

(April 15, 2022) The Town of Ocean City is accepting grant applications for pollinator garden plants.

A pollinator garden is specifically designed to attract pollinating insects as well as habitat enhancement, water quality improvement and erosion control.

“Pollinator gardens consist of various nectar-producing flowers and shelter for pollinators,” said Ocean City Environmental Engineer Gail Blazer.

“The Ocean City’s Green Team is committed to promoting pollinator gardens as a Sustainable Maryland Action Item.

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Nordstrom Family Fund gives $500K to support foster kids

Nordstrom Family Fund at the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore recently presented a check for $508,000, which will benefit the needs of foster children and children in crisis situations.

Pictured, from left, are Eric Johnston, financial advisor; Bonnie and Ray Nordstrom, founders of the Nordstrom Family Fund, and their son, Joshua; with CFES President Erica Joseph.

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The Nordstrom Family Fund at the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore was created by Ray and Bonnie Nordstrom after they were inspired to grow their impact while continuing to make a difference in the lives of area children.

“We have worked with so many local organizations serving families in need, but our hearts are always drawn to the children. They are our future and we want to help them, in some small way, to be the best they can be,” Bonnie Nordstrom said. “I hear of foster care children being moved to new families with all their belongings in a black plastic bag. Our hope is to provide some basic resources to less advantaged children, so that personal dignity and well-being is elevated during the experience.”

The Nordstroms have a history of philanthropy and recognize that in creating an impact, it is critical to meet the day-to-day needs, but also to help identify opportunities to improve the systems that those in crisis have to

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“My father grew up very poor, but always said that education was the great equalizer in life,” Ray Nordstrom said. “For educational opportunity to find fertile soil, certain basic needs need to be met. We hope to provide decent clothes, shoes and personal items to foster care children and children of families in need.”

It was the family’s financial advisor, Eric Johnston of InFocus Financial Advisors, Inc., who connected the Nordstrom’s with the Community Foundation. He knew that a Donor Advised Fund was an efficient and flexible way for the family to support a variety of causes that were close to their heart.

“By utilizing the resources offered through the Community Foundation, the Nordstrom’s gift will make a longlasting difference,” said Erica Joseph, Community Foundation president.

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Sign up for electronic competition (April 15, 2022) Students from around the world are invited to share their innovative solutions as part of the 2022 Spellman High Voltage Electronics Clean Tech Competition.

This competition engages students in identifying and solving real-world environmental challenges by creating innovative solutions.

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CFES collaborates with individuals, families and businesses to match their charitable interests with community needs and strengthens local nonprofits through grants and resources. It is devoted to improving the regional community and believes in the power of philanthropy.

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Over $22,000 in prize money will be awarded to the top student teams at the competition finals, held on Aug.11.

Each year students from over 40 countries participate. Registration for the competition is open through April 22; students must submit their papers

by April 29. Ten finalist teams will be announced online on June 9.

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“The Clean Tech Competition continues to grow in its worldwide participation and competitiveness as a showcase for innovative ideas. We encourage students worldwide to share their knowledge, ideas and passions for making a difference and preserving our planet for future generations,” said Dr. Ray Ann Havasy, executive director of the Center for Science, Teaching and Learning. “The Spellman HV Clean Tech Competition is a tremendous opportunity for young people to share their inventive projects with peers from different nations while enhancing and promoting the benefits and fruits of STEM education.”

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Calendar Fri., April 15 EASTER ART & CRAFT SHOW AND KIDS FUN FAIR

Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission includes Arts & Crafts Fair and Easter activities for kids including Beanny the Easter Bunny, Cascading Carlos, Easter egg hunts, crafts and games. Schedule: www.oceanpromotions.info. 410-213-8090

EASTER BUNNY AT JOLLY ROGER

Jolly Roger Amusement Park at the Pier will have rides and games in operation for the entire weekend. The Easter Bunny will be on hand from 2-4 p.m. to take pictures for free, along with gifts for kids.

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OYSTER FRITTER SANDWICH SALE

American Legion #123, 10111 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin, 2 p.m. Cost is $9. Public is welcome.

Sat., April 16 EASTER ART & CRAFT SHOW AND KIDS FUN FAIR

Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission includes Arts & Crafts Fair and Easter activities for kids including Beanny the Easter Bunny, Cascading Carlos, Easter egg hunts, crafts and games. Schedule: www.oceanpromotions.info. 410-213-8090

EASTER BUNNY FUNSHOP

Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, 1 p.m. Featuring an egg hunt for children ages 2-10 years. Cost is $6 for Ocean City residents and $8 for non-residents. Advance registration is highly encouraged: 410-250-0125.

EASTER BUNNY AT JOLLY ROGER

Jolly Roger Amusement Park at the Pier will have rides and games in operation for the entire weekend. The Easter Bunny will be on hand from noon to 2 p.m. to take pictures for free, along with gifts for kids. 410-289-3477

SPRING CELEBRATION

Historic Downtown Berlin, 124 N. Main St., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.,Featuring pancake breakfast, egg hunt, bonnet parade, Scales and Tales, performance by Celtic Pierogi, games, crafts and more. Schedule: https://berlinchamber.org/events/spring -celebration/. 410-641-4775

EASTER/SPRING CELEBRATION

White Horse Park, Ocean Pines, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. All-ages event includes and egg hunt for children ages 10 years and younger, carnival games, moon bounce house, bonnet contest and candy. 410-641-7052

SPECIAL EASTER OCEAN PINES FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET

White Horse Park, Ocean Pines, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Featuring Brightman Egg Farm’s colorful eggs, potted Easter flowers and hanging baskets, balloon animals and country music artist Sarah Campbell (9 a.m.). www.oceanpines.org

TRIMPER RIDES GRAND REOPENING

Trimper Rides of Ocean City, 700 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, 12 p.m. Featuring ribbon cutting, Easter bunny and Easter egg hunt for those who purchase a $20 wristband (free for those under 2) beginning at noon. Arts and crafts from 12-4 p.m. www.trimperrides.com/event.

will be on hand from noon to 2 p.m. to take pictures for free, along with gifts for kids. 410-289-3477

Tues., April 19 STORY TIME ‘NURSERY RHYMES’

8TH ANNUAL TAKE PRIDE IN BERLIN WEEK

Historic Downtown Berlin, 124 N. Main St., April 17-23. Explore Berlin with the “Berlin History Hunt” scavenger hunt and visit downtown Berlin businesses for locals only specials and discounts. https://www.facebook.com/TakePrideIn BerlinWeek. 410-629-1722

JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES MEETING

Sundays - Berlin Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 212 West St., Berlin, 10 a.m. www.jw.org

Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., 10:30 a.m. Stories, songs and fingerplays. Take-home activity included. For ages 2-5 years. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-632-2600

OUTSIDE PLAY DAY

Worcester County Library - Pocomoke Branch, 301 Market St., 10:30 a.m. Activities, games and crafts outside. Weather permitting. For children ages 2-5 years. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-632-2600

BLACKOUT POETRY CENTENNIAL OF THE GREAT POCOMOKE CITY FIRE OF 1922

Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company, 1410 Market St., 1-4 p.m. A recognition ceremony will take place at 3 p.m. to honor all fire companies that assisted with the fire. The open house will feature antique fire equipment and historical materials regarding the fire. 410-9572310

VIRTUAL WALK WITH A DOC

Join on the Atlantic General Hospital Facebook page for a short presentation, 9 a.m. Then walk and share your selfie on social media, #walkedwithagh. Tina Simmons, tsimmons@atlanticgeneral.org.

FREE PLATFORM TENNIS LESSONS

Saturdays - Ocean Pines Racquet Center, 11443 Manklin Creek Road, 9:30 a.m. All abilities welcome and equipment will be provided. oppaddle2020@gmail.com or 516-508-0313.

Sun., April 17 EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE

Ocean City Boardwalk at N. Division Street, 6-7 a.m. Sponsored by Ocean City Baptist Church.

EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE

Assateague State Park, 6915 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, 6:30 a.m. All are welcome. Bring a chair. Breakfast available (love offering basket) from 8-9:30 a.m. at Bethany United Methodist Church. 410-641-2186, bethany21811@gmail.com

EASTER WORSHIP SERVICE

Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, 8 a.m.

Free breakfast available (love offering basket) from 8-9:30 a.m. Easter Egg Hunt at 9 a.m. Easter Worship Service at 10 a.m. 410-641-2186, bethany21811@gmail.com

EASTER BUNNY AT JOLLY ROGER

Jolly Roger Amusement Park at the Pier will have rides and games in operation for the entire weekend. The Easter Bunny

Mon., April 18 SPRING ADVOCACY MEETING RSVP DEADLINE

Held via Zoom on April 20 from 10-11:30 a.m. The topic this meeting will be summer resources. RSVP by April 18: https://forms.gle/JkpVVLrzqXHno6Bn8 .

DEMOCRATIC WOMEN’S CLUB OF WORCESTER COUNTY MEETING

Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 10 a.m. Coffee served at 9:30 a.m. Featuring a special presentation on “Allyship” with SU Professors Erin Stutelberg and Rebecca Anthony. All members and prospective members welcome.

GREAT BOOKS DISCUSSION

Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:30 p.m.

The discussion will focus on the essay Distributive Justice from the Collected Papers of political philosopher John Rawls. The group meets twice a month. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-632-2600

SUPER POWERED STEM: BUILDING CHALLENGE

Meeting via Zoom for some innovative and creative writing using the “blackout” technique to write poems, 2 p.m. www.worcesterlibrary.org

SENSORY STORY TIME ‘RAIN’

Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 4 p.m.

Stories, songs and fun all about rain. Offering an inclusive story time for children ages 3-7 years who have multi-sensory needs or who are on the autism spectrum. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410632-2600

HEARING ON SPORTS COMPLEX PROPOSAL Stephen Decatur High School Auditorium, 9913 Seahawk Road, Berlin, 6 p.m.

Public hearing for a proposal to purchase 95.521 acres of property in the Berlin area to create a premier indoor and outdoor athletic complex. The County Commissioners encourage the public to attend.

DELMARVA DANCING

Tuesdays - Selbyville Elks Lodge 2173, 13324 Worcester Highway, Bishopville, 5:30-9 p.m. Dance to the sounds of the ’50s, ’60s and more. A $5 donation to benefit Veterans. Everyone is welcome.

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Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 4:30 p.m.

Craft sticks, clothespins and clips. Use these and more to conquer some fun building challenges. For children ages 7 years and older. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-632-2600

JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES MEETING

T.O.P.S. OF BERLIN - GROUP #169

BERLIN BULK WASTE COLLECTION

Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 56:30 p.m. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a weekly support and educational group promoting weight loss and living a healthy lifestyle. Rose Campion, 410-6410157.

Tuesdays - Berlin Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 212 West St., Berlin, 7 p.m. www.jw.org

Wed., April 20 Free curbside collection for those with Tuesday and Wednesday trash collection.

By request only: 410-641-2770 no later than 4:30 p.m. the day before; or berlinmd.gov under Departments/Public Works.

NOTES ON THE BEACH: TIN PAN ALLEY DELMARVA WOMEN’S A CAPELLA CHORUS

Mondays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 7:00-9:00 p.m.

All ladies that love to sing invited. Contact Mary, 410-629-9383 or Carol Ludwig, 302-242-7062.

Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 6 p.m. Listen to popular music of the U.S. from the late 19th and early 20th century. Featuring Jeff Cooper and Glenn Pearson. Register:

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www.worcesterlibrary.org under “Events.” 410-632-2600

GENEALOGY WORKSHOP

BARIATRIC SUPPORT GROUP

Meeting via Zoom on the third and fourth Wednesday of each month. For surgical patients. Contact the Atlantic General Bariatrics Center for more information at 410-641-9568.

STORY TIME: ‘RAIN’

Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 a.m. Stories, songs and crafts all about rain. For ages 2-5 years. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-632-2600

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

John H. ‘Jack’ Burbage, Jr. Regional Cancer Care Center, 9707 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 1-2 p.m. For survivors and current patients battling breast cancer. Women Supporting Women, 410-548-7880

JOB SEARCH WORKSHOP

Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 3-5 p.m. Drop in, any Wednesday, to receive one-on-one guidance from library staff to strengthen your resume and help with your job search. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-632-2600

FREE SQUARE DANCE LESSONS

Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 7-9 p.m. Held Wednesdays, March 23 through April 20. New students, singles and couples welcome.

908-229-8799, 302-436-4033, barbcroos@gmail.com

Thurs., April 21 RESERVATION DEADLINE FOR REPUBLICAN WOMEN OF WORCESTER COUNTY GENERAL MEETING AND LUNCHEON To be held April 28 at Harrison’s Harbor Watch. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Cost is $28.50. Reservation and payment: www.gopwomenofworcester.org by April 21. Members and guests welcome.

CPAP MASK FITTING

Atlantic General Hospital, Sleep Disorders Diagnostic Center, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin. For patients who are having trouble adjusting to their CPAP equipment. Free service, but requires an appointment: Robin Rohlfing, 410-6419726.

STORY TIME ‘FAVORITE FOODS’

Worcester County Library - Snow Hill Branch, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 a.m. Stories, songs and rhymes. For ages 2-5 years. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-632-2600

INTERACTIVE STORY TIME: EARTH DAY STORIES Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m.

Celebrating our planet with fun stories.

Hear all about Earth, and how to celebrate Earth Day. Take home activity included. For ages 2-5 years.

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Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 11 a.m.

Workshop starts with a 20-minute lesson on genealogy research by Tom Dempsey followed by a Q&A session. Bring laptop, tablet or papers containing family information. Register: www.worcesterlibrary.org. 410-632-2600

COOKING WITH HERBS

Worcester County Library - Pocomoke Branch, 301 Market St., 2 p.m. Vanessa Young, founder of the Thirsty Radish, teaches the group about the wonder of herbal cooking. Registration required: www.worcesterlibrary.org. Also, held via Zoom. 410-632-2600

CHAIR YOGA

Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, Berlin, 2 p.m.

Join yoga instructor Nicole Long as she stretches and de-stresses using a safe and gentle method. Registration required: www.worcesterlibrary.org. 410-632-2600

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION

Worcester County Library - Snow Hill Branch, 307 N. Washington St., 3:30 p.m. Celebrate Earth Day by planting flowers and making a bird feeder. For ages 10 years and older. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-632-2600

ZUMBA FOR ALL LEVELS

Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Join certified Zumba instructor Joyce Landsman for an hour of movement.

These classes uplift and improve mood.

Register: www.worcesterlibrary.org under “Events.” 410-632-2600

NAACP BE SMART PROGRAM

Help parents and adults normalize conversations about gun safety, 6:30 p.m.

Zoom meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8219153831 5?pwd=blRaOW9na3V1bmtIRDNMYS8r QnJpQT09; Meeting ID: 821 9153 8315; Passcode: 088303.

OCEAN PINES BOAT CLUB’S ANNUAL SPRING GENERAL MEETING

Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m., meeting at 6:30 p.m. Speaker is Michael Castoro and his subject is “The History of the Pride of Baltimore” and his subsequent crewing on the Pride of Baltimore II. Public invited.

BEACH SINGLES

Thursdays - Beach Singles join us 55 plus at Harpoon Hanna’s, 39064 Harpoon Road, Fenwick Island, DE, 4-6 p.m. Info: 302-436-9577 or BeachSingles.org

ONGOING EVENTS OCEAN CITY RESTAURANT WEEK

Restaurants throughout Ocean City will offer delicious dining options, April 3-16. https://oceancityrestaurantweek.com

Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 907-8000 www.rosenberg-assoc.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE

OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 8 142ND ST., UNIT #6 A/R/T/A UNIT #6B OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Stanley E. Protokowicz, Jr. and Jodi M. Protokowicz dated June 2, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4716, folio 339 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on APRIL 29, 2022 AT 10:00 AM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and described as Unit No. 6, Building "B", on plats entitled "Aloha North Condominium" and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. Tax ID #10-234328.

The property, which is improved by a dwelling, will be sold in an "as is" condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $23,000 in the form of certified check, cashier's check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. Interest to be paid on the unpaid purchase money at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received in the office of the Sub. Trustees. There will be no abatement of interest in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason. The noteholder shall not be obligated to pay interest if it is the purchaser. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of all real property taxes, including agricultural taxes, if applicable, and any and all public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges and ground rent, to be adjusted to date of sale and paid at execution of the deed, except where the secured party is the purchaser, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale forward. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes

and settlement expenses shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property.

Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward. Additional terms to be announced at the time of sale.

If the Sub. Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser's sole remedy in law and equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit without interest.

If the purchaser fails to go to settlement, the deposit shall be forfeited, to the Trustees for application against all expenses, attorney’s fees and the full commission on the sale price of the above-scheduled foreclosure sale. In the event of default, all expenses of this sale (including attorney’s fees and the full commission on the gross sale price of this sale) shall be charged against and paid out of the forfeited deposit. The Trustees may then re-advertise and resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser or may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser without reselling the property. In the event of a resale, the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to receive the surplus, if any, even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulting purchaser and the defaulting purchaser shall be liable to the Trustees and secured party for reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses incurred in connection with all litigation involving the Property or the proceeds of the resale.

Trustees' file number 22-001148MD-F-1.

Diane S. Rosenberg, Mark D. Meyer, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-4/14/3t _________________________________

TRUSTEE'S SALE OF CONDOMINIUM UNIT

The Trustee named below will sell at public auction to the highest bidder on Monday, April 25, 2022, at 4:00p.m., at the front door of Sea Mist Condominium, Unit 16, 1307 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD, all that property designated as Sea Mist Condominium Unit No. 16, together with an undivided interest in the common elements, as established

by Declaration and Bylaws recorded among the land records of Worcester County in Liber No. 3049, folio 423, et seq., as amended, and as further described in a deed recorded at Liber 6942, folio 436, et seq., in "AS IS" condition, SUBJECT to all the liens, covenants, agreements, conditions, easements and restrictions as may appear among the land records of Worcester County, Maryland.

A deposit of $15,000.00 in cash or certified check will be required of the Purchaser at the auction. (A deposit will not be required if the successful

PAGE 44 bidder is the secured party in this foreclosure action.) The balance in cash or cashier's or certified check shall be paid within 20 days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, said balance to bear interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) per annum from the date of sale to the date of payment. Time is of the essence for the Purchaser. All real estate taxes, wastewater, water charges, and condominium assessments shall be adjusted as of the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the Purchaser. All settlement costs, including recordation taxes, transfer taxes and recording fees, shall be paid by the Purchaser. Possession will be given upon payment in full of the purchase price. If Purchaser fails to pay the balance of the purchase price when due, the deposit shall be forfeited and the property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting Purchaser.

For further information, you may contact Ryan D. Bodley, Trustee, 410723-1400.

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TRUSTEE'S SALE OF CONDOMINIUM UNIT

The Trustee named below will sell at public auction to the highest bidder on Monday, April 25, 2022, at 3:30 p.m., at the front door of Surfside 8 Condominium, Unit 33, 206 8th Street, Ocean City, MD, all that property designated as Surfside 8 Condominium Unit No. 33, together with an undivided interest in the common elements, as established by Declaration and Bylaws recorded among the land records of Worcester County in Liber No. 1002, folio 175, et seq., as amended, and as further described in a deed recorded at Liber 4883, folio 691, et seq., in "AS IS" condition, SUBJECT to all the liens, covenants, agreements, conditions, easements and restrictions as may appear among the land records of Worcester County, Maryland.

A deposit of $15,000.00 in cash or certified check will be required of the Purchaser at the auction. (A deposit will not be required if the successful bidder is the secured party in this foreclosure action.) The balance in cash or cashier's or certified check shall be paid within 20 days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, said balance to bear interest at the rate of ten percent ( 10%) per annum from the date of sale to the date of payment. Time is of the essence for the Purchaser. All real estate taxes, wastewater, water charges, and condominium assessments shall be adjusted as of the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the Purchaser. All settlement costs, including recordation taxes, transfer taxes and recording fees, shall be paid by the Purchaser. Possession will be given upon payment in full of the purchase price. If Purchaser fails to pay the balance of the purchase price when due, the deposit shall be forfeited and the property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting Purchaser.

For further information, you may

Ocean City Today / Public Notices contact Ryan D. Bodley, Trustee, 410723-1400.

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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

NOTICE

OF PUBLIC HEARING Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110, Zoning, of the Code of the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be conducted by the Planning and Zoning Commission in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on: TUESDAY, APRIL 19, 2022 At 6:00 PM Pursuant to the provisions of Article II, Section 5, Conditional Uses, a request has been filed under the provisions of Section 110-514(22), Uses permitted by Conditional Use in the LC-1, Local Commercial, Zoning District, to permit an interior tenant fit-out with an amusement use that the Mayor and City Council may approve in keeping with uses specifically permitted in the LC-1 district. The site of the request is described as Lots 3A, 4B, and 5B, a portion of Block 124 of the Isle of Wight Plat; further described as located on the west side of Coastal Highway between 59th and 60th Streets, and locally known as 5909 Coastal Highway, Unit 2B, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: CAPTIVE ESCAPE ROOMS (FILE #21-12100002) At 6:15 PM Pursuant to the provisions of Article II, Section 5, Conditional Uses, a request has been filed under the provisions of Section 110-514(5) and (24), Uses permitted by Conditional Use in the LC-1, Local Commercial, Zoning District. Section 110-514(5) allows for automobile and truck rentals not to exceed one ton capacity and applicant requests to rent two (2) slingshot vehicles; and Section 110-514(24) to allow the rental of small displacement vehicles, listed as Segways, electric scooters, OneWheels, and hoverboards, on an hourly and daily basis; along with retail clothing and merchandise. The site is described as Lot 137 of Parcel 3258 and Lot 138 of Parcel 3259 of the Neptune Development Plat; further described as located on the southwest corner of Herring Way and Philadelphia Avenue, and locally known as 2109 Philadelphia Avenue, Unit C, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: SHIELD WALL LLC C/O ROBERT & ALICIA JENKINS (FILE #22-12100003) At 6:30 PM Pursuant to the provisions of Article II, Section 5, Conditional Uses, a request has been filed under the provisions of Section 110-514(5), Uses permitted by Conditional Use

in the LC-1, Local Commercial, Zoning District, to allow for automobile and truck rentals not to exceed one ton capacity. Applicant requests conditional use permit to rent Polaris Slingshot vehicles. The site is described as Tax Map 0111, Parcel 4220, Lots 1 of the Village Market Condominium Plat; further described as located on the southeast corner of 19th Street and Philadelphia Avenue, and locally known as 1822 Philadelphia Avenue, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: MAD DESIGN GROUP, INC., C/O HARRY HOW FOR PHOENIX PROPERTY INVESTMENTS, LLC (FILE #2212100004) At 7:00 PM CODE AMENDMENT #1 (Existing language in bold, proposed language additions in italics) To consider amending Code Section 110-2. Definitions. Family: Family. For the purpose of maintaining the character of the singlefamily residential district and to provide affordable housing in other districts, the following definitions apply in the districts as noted: (1) R-1, single family residential, and MH, mobile home districts. The term “family” means an individual or two or more persons who are related by blood, adoption or marriage living together and occupying a single housekeeping unit with a single culinary facility, including caregivers employed and residing on the premises, or a group of not more than four six persons living together by joint agreement and occupying a single housekeeping unit with a single culinary facility on a cost-sharing basis.

(2) R-2A, low density multiplefamily; R-2, medium residential; R3, general residential; all commercial districts; and the mixed use and overlay districts. The term “family” means an individual or two or more persons who are related by blood, adoption or marriage living together and occupying a single housekeeping unit with a single culinary facility, or a group of persons not exceeding the number of occupants allowed by building and housing code regulations living together by joint agreement and occupying a single housekeeping unit with a single culinary facility on a cost-sharing basis.

APPLICANT: PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION (FILE #22-14100002) CODE AMENDMENT #2 (Existing language in bold, proposed language additions in italics) To consider amending Code Section 110-934. Joint use and off-site facilities to address tandem (stacked) parking: (a) All parking spaces required herein shall be located on the same lot or located and maintained not more than 600 feet from the building or use served. (b) In any case where the required parking spaces are not located on the same lot with the building or use served, or where such spaces are collectively or jointly provided and used, such parking spaces shall be established by a covenant or agreement to be recorded in land records of the county, as parking space to be used in conjunction with the princi-

APRIL 15, 2022 pal use and shall be reserved as such through an encumbrance to be valid for the total period the use or uses for which the parking is needed are in existence. A certificate of recording shall be furnished to the department. (c) In the downtown and upper downtown design overlay districts and subject to the Planning Commission approval, twenty percent (20%) of the required parking for a hotel, motel or a commercial use property that requires one hundred (100) or more parking spaces may satisfy the on-site or off-site parking requirement by using tandem (stacked) parking. The tandem (stacked) parking spaces must be reserved for a specific use and managed by a comprehensive parking management system, with no more than one vehicle stacked behind another. The second spaces in the stack are the spaces that shall be counted towards the twenty percent (20%) limitation.

APPLICANT: PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION (FILE #22-14100003) CODE AMENDMENT #3 (Existing language in bold, proposed language additions in italics) To consider amending Code Section 110-334. Uses permitted by conditional use: The following uses are permitted by conditional use in accordance with article II, division 5, of this chapter: (1) Exposition centers or fairgrounds.

(2) Hospitals and sanitariums, but not animal hospitals.

(3) Institutions, educational or philanthropic, including museums, art galleries and libraries.

(4) Banks, savings and loan associations, trust companies and similar institutions and offices, both business and professional.

(5) Off-street parking spaces for uses on property zoned R-3, LC1, BM, and I-1.

(6) Bicycle rental to general public in connection with hotels and motels on the premises containing 20 or more guestrooms or suites.

(7) Public utilities or public service uses not otherwise regulated by the public service commission, including buildings, treatment plants, pumping or regulator stations, substations, and principal transmission lines, but not including distribution and collection systems.

(8) Small wind energy systems pursuant to the provisions of section 110-883.

(9) Farmer’s market that is approved as such by the Maryland Department of Agriculture.

APPLICANT: PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION (FILE #22-14100004) CODE AMENDMENT #4 To consider amending Chapter 110, entitled Zoning, to amend the definition of Employee housing, onsite, to Employee housing, accessory; and to add the definition of Employee housing, non-accessory Also, to allow employee housing, non-accessory, in various zones as conditional use permits.

These amendments and additions will also include performance standards that

APRIL 15, 2022 are applicable to zoning, building and life safety codes.

APPLICANT: PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION (FILE #2214100001) No oral or written testimony will be accepted after the close of the public hearing.

Public hearings that are not completed at one meeting may be continued without additional advertised notice provided the Commission Chairperson announces that the hearing will be continued and gives persons in attendance an opportunity to sign up for written notice of the additional hearing dates.

For further information concerning this public hearing, please contact the Department of Planning and Community Development, Room 242, City Hall, 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842. Phone 410-289-8855.

PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAM GREER BUCKLEY, CHAIRPERSON REEN HOWARTH, ATTORNEY OCD-3/31/3t _________________________________ MARIANNA BATIE ESQ. LAW OFFICE OF MARIANNA BATIE 9748 STEPHEN DECATUR HIGHWAY, STE. 112 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE

OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 19141 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MARY ELLEN CRAIG Notice is given that Barbara Ellen Pierpont, 629 NC Hwy. 751, Apex, NC 27523, was on March 17, 2022 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Mary Ellen Craig who died on March 9, 2022, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 17th day of September, 2022.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is

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Barbara Ellen Pierpont Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: March 24, 2022 OCD-3/24/3t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF PROPOSED PURCHASE OF PROPERTY FOR WORCESTER COUNTY SPORTS COMPLEX WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND The Worcester County Commissioners will host a public hearing on a proposal to purchase property to develop a sports complex using a portion of the proceeds from general obligation bond funds of $11,198,830 in FY23 to fund acquisition, design, and development costs. The main purpose for the sports complex, which is included in the FY23-FY27 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), is to provide county residents and guests with more recreational programming and event opportunities by providing additional field space.

Conceptual plans for this project include multi-purpose fields, with restrooms, parking, and concessions for recreation and travel sports. Additional park amenities would include walking trails, ponds, and a playground. The County Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing on the proposed purchase of property for the Worcester County Sports Complex Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at 6:00 P.M. in the Stephen Decatur High School Auditorium 9913 Seahawk Road Berlin, Maryland 21811 For additional information, please contact the County Administration Office at (410) 632-1194 or visit the County website at: online at www.co.worcester.md.us.

THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-4/7/2t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF PASSAGE OF BILL 21-9 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 21-9 (Taxation and Revenue) was passed by Commissioners Bertino, Bunting, Mitrecic, Nordstrom and Purnell on January 18th, 2022.

A fair summary of the bill is as follows: Pursuant to Section TR 1-601,

The Board of County Commissioners of Worcester County may impose a tax within every resort area within the County on the amount paid for room or building rental by or for any transient at any hotel or motel, at any house, townhouse, apartment, condominium unit, cottage, cabin, manufactured home, rooming house, recreational vehicle, recreational park model, or any other building or structure or portion thereof used as a place of lodging. This tax, if imposed, shall be at the rate as a per centum of the room or building rental as the Board may, by resolution after public notice and hearing, determine, but not to be imposed at a rate in excess of five percent (5.0%). Any resolution establishing a rate in excess of three percent shall require the unanimous consent of all of the County Commissioners. The notice of public hearing shall be advertised at least twice in at least one newspaper of general circulation in the County, with the first such notice appearing not less than ten days prior to the date of such hearing and shall state the possible rates that may be set and the date, time and place of the hearing. The strike and replace version of the Bill to including the following changes: - Requires that all rental advertisements include the rental license control number; - Updates definitions to include all housing types in the requirement to have a rental license; - Imposes recorded keeping requirements on the property owner and hosting platform: - Requires the property owner of the rental housing unit or their agent to be registered with the Maryland State Comptroller for the reporting, collecting and payment of the State’s sales and use tax; - Requires the property owner of the rental housing unit to certify that all federal, state, county and municipal taxes relating to the rental of property are paid current prior to the issuance of the applicable license or renewal: - Requires the hosting platform and property manager to verify that the property they are listing has a rental license prior to advertising said property; - Requires the hosting platform or property manager to cease renting and advertising a rental housing unit that the housing inspector informs them cannot lawfully be rented; and - Prohibits the hosting platform or property manager from conducting business to include, but not limited to, collecting or receiving a fee in exchange for facilitating reservations, advertisements, or lists of a rental, for serving as a communication conduit between property owners and renters, or for otherwise facilitating booking transactions for rentals of the rental housing unit cannot lawfully be used for a residential rental; This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103, is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center. A

full copy of the bill is available on the County Website at www.co.worcester.md.us .

THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-4/7/3t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF PASSAGE OF EMERGENCY BILL 22-1 ZONING CODE TEXT A MENDMENT (TOWNHOUSES) WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Emergency Bill 22-1 (Townhouses) was passed by Commissioners Bertino, Bunting, Church, Elder, Mitrecic, Nordstrom, and Purnell on March 15, 2022.

A fair summary of the emergency bill is as follows: § ZS 1-313(b)(1). (Repeals and reenacts this provision of the Townhouse section to modify the language so that the maximum number of ten units in a series of townhouse units and the maximum length of two hundred feet for a series of townhouses is a design recommendation and not a requirement.) This emergency bill was introduced by Commissioners Church, Elder, Mitrecic, Nordstrom, and Purnell on March 1st, 2022.

This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103, is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center. A full copy of the bill is also available on the County Website at www.co.worcester.md.us THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-4/7/3t _________________________________

NOTICE

of Introduction of Bill 22-8 Worcester County Commissioners Take Notice that Bill 22-8 entitled TO AUTHORIZE AND EMPOWER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND TO BORROW ON ITS FULL FAITH AND CREDIT, AND TO ISSUE AND SELL (1) ITS GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND ITS BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES THEREFOR, AT ONE TIME OR FROM TIME TO TIME WITHIN FOUR YEARS FROM THE DATE THIS BILL BECOMES EFFECTIVE, IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT EXCEEDING $11,198,830, TO PROVIDE FINANCING FOR A PORTION OF THE COST OF ENGINEERING, DESIGNING, CONSTRUCTING, EQUIPPING, FURNISHING AND UNDERTAKING SITE WORK FOR THE WORCESTER COUNTY SPORTS COMPLEX, INCLUDING PAYMENT OF RELATED COSTS AND COSTS OF ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS, AND (2) ITS GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS, AT ONE TIME OR FROM TIME TO TIME, IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT

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EXCEEDING $14,560,000, TO PROVIDE FINANCING FOR THE COST OF REFUNDING IN WHOLE OR IN PART ANY OF THE BONDS ISSUED PURSUANT TO THIS LOCAL LAW, INCLUDING PAYMENT OF RELATED COSTS AND COSTS OF ISSUANCE was introduced by Commissioners Church, Mitrecic, Nordstrom, and Purnell on February 15th, 2022.

A fair summary of the bill is as follows: APPENDIX “SS” BOND AUTHORIZATION FOR FINANCING A PORTION OF THE COST OF ENGINEERING, DESIGNING, CONSTRUCTING, EQUIPPING, FURNISHING AND UNDERTAKING SITE WORK FOR THE WORCESTER COUNTY SPORTS COMPLEX, AND BOND AUTHORIZATION FOR REFUNDING BONDS § 1. Financing a portion of the cost of engineering, designing, constructing, equipping, furnishing and undertaking site work for the new Worcester County Sports Complex, and financing the cost of refunding in whole or in part any of the bonds issued for such purpose. (a) Recitals (1) Pursuant to Sections 19501 to 19-510, inclusive, of the Local Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland, as replaced, supplemented or amended (the “Act”), County Commissioners of Worcester County, Maryland (the “County”) may borrow money for any public purpose and may evidence the borrowing by the issuance and sale of its general obligation bonds.

(2) By and through Resolution No. 21-26, adopted by the Board of County Commissioners of Worcester County (the “Board”) on December 7, 2021, the County has approved and adopted the Worcester County 5 Year Capital Improvement Plan - FY 2023 to FY 2027 which includes engineering, designing, constructing, equipping, furnishing and undertaking site work for the new Worcester County Sports Complex.

(3) The Board has determined to borrow up to $11,198,830 and to evidence such borrowing by the issuance, sale and delivery of its general obligation bonds (the “Bonds”) pursuant to the provisions of the Act, and to apply the proceeds of the Bonds to finance costs of engineering, designing, constructing, equipping, furnishing and undertaking site work for the new Worcester County Sports Complex.

(4) Pursuant to Section 19207 of the Local Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland, as replaced, supplemented or amended (the “Refunding Act”), the County may borrow money to refund its outstanding bonds.

(5) The Board has determined to authorize the County to borrow up to $14,560,000 by the issuance of refunding bonds pursuant to the provisions of the Act and the Refunding Act, and to apply the proceeds of the Refunding Bonds to finance the cost of refunding in whole or in part the then-outstanding

PUBLIC NOTICE The motor vehicles described below have been abandoned. The owners and lien holders are hereby informed of their right to reclaim the vehicles upon payment of all charges and costs resulting from the towing, preservation, and storage of the vehicles.

The failure of the owners or lien holders to reclaim the vehicles within three weeks of notification shall be deemed a waiver by the owners or lien holders of all rights, title and interest and thereby consent to the sale of the vehicles at public auction or to have it otherwise disposed of in a manner provided by law.

These three weeks of notification begin on April 7, 2022.

Line No 0049-22 0052-22 0058-22

Year 2009 2006 2000

Make HONDA FORD CHEVY

0064-22 0067-22 0077-22 0093-22

2003 2002 2015

CHEVY FORD CHEVY

Model CR-V EXPLORER MALIBU SINGLE AXLE TRAILER MALIBU LS EXPLORER CAPTIVA

Color GRAY SILVER GOLD

Style SUV SUV 4D

VIN Mileage 5J6RE48319L037532 NA 1FMEU63E86UA65714 NA 1G1ND52JXY6174351 NA

BLACK SILVER RED BLUE

4S SUV SUV

1G1NE52J93M596130 1FMZU72E32UA89745 3GNAL2EK6FS505180

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All vehicles will be sold at auction on-line at www.govdeals.com. For details call 410-723-6643.

AUTH: Ross Buzzuro Chief of Police OCD-4/7/3t ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Bonds.

(6) References in this Local Law to “finance” shall be construed to mean “finance, refinance and/or reimburse,” as applicable, and references in this Local Law to “financing” shall be construed to mean “financing, refinancing and/or reimbursing,” as applicable. (b) The Board, acting pursuant to the Act and the Refunding Act, as applicable, hereby determines and declares that: (1) There is a public need for engineering, designing, constructing, equipping, furnishing and undertaking site work for the new Worcester County Sports Complex.

(2) The estimated cost for engineering, designing, constructing, equipping, furnishing and undertaking site work for the new Worcester County Sports Complex, including activities not funded from proceeds of the Bonds, is approximately $15,584,381.

(3) The funds proposed to be borrowed for engineering, designing, constructing, equipping, furnishing and undertaking site work for the new Worcester County Sports Complex can be provided at the lowest annual interest cost and costs of issuance by the issuance of general obligation bonds by the County.

(4) Use of the proceeds of the Bonds by the County to finance a portion of the cost of engineering, designing, constructing, equipping, furnishing and undertaking site work for the new Worcester County Sports Complex is a proper public purpose which may be financed by the issuance of the Bonds pursuant to the Act. (5) Between the date of issuance of the first series of the Bonds and the date of final maturity

of any series of the Bonds, the County may have an opportunity or a need to refund in whole or in part the then-outstanding Bonds and to thereby achieve one or more purposes of the Refunding Act. The funds authorized to be borrowed for the purpose of refunding in whole or in part the then-outstanding Bonds can be provided at the lowest annual interest cost and costs of issuance by the issuance of general obligation refunding bonds by the County.

(6) Use of the proceeds of the Refunding Bonds by the County to finance the cost of refunding in whole or in part the then-outstanding Bonds is a proper public purpose that may be financed by the issuance of the Refunding Bonds pursuant to the Act and the Refunding Act. (c) Authorizes the County to borrow up to $11,198,830 by issuance of bonds. (d) The proceeds from the sale of the Bonds shall be applied for the public purpose of financing a portion of the cost of engineering, designing, constructing, equipping, furnishing and undertaking site work for the new Public Safety Logistical Storage Facility as identified in the Worcester County 5 Year Capital Improvement Plan - FY 2023 to FY 2027 by and through Resolution No. 21-26, adopted by the Board on December 7, 2021. (e) As permitted by Sections 19211 to 19-223, inclusive, of the Local Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland, as replaced, supplemented or amended, the provisions set forth in this Local Law for the issuance and sale of the Bonds are intended and shall be deemed to include provisions for the issuance and sale of bond anticipation notes in one or more series from time to

time in an aggregate principal amount not exceeding $11,198,830 without the adoption of any other local law or other action by the legislative body of the County. (f) Pursuant to the Act and the Refunding Act, the County is hereby authorized to borrow upon its full faith and credit an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $14,560,000 and to evidence such borrowing by issuing, selling and delivering its Refunding Bonds, at any time or from time to time and in one or more series, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $14,560,000, subject to the provisions and conditions of this Local Law. (g) The proceeds from the sale of any Refunding Bonds shall be applied for the public purpose of financing the cost of refunding in whole or in part the then-outstanding Bonds, including payment of related costs and costs of issuance of the Refunding Bonds. (h) Provides that the County shall levy annual property taxes sufficient to pay the principal and interest on the bonds due each year. (i) Provides that prior to the issuance and sale of any of the Bonds, the County shall adopt one or more resolutions in accordance with Section 19-504 of the Act. (j) Provides that the bonds shall constitute a pledge of the full faith and credit of the county. (k) Provides the bonds may be sold in one or more series and either at private sale or at public sale as determined by the County Commissioners. (l) Provides the bonds and shall be exempt from certain provisions of Sections 19-205 and 19-206 of the Local Government Article of the An-

APRIL 15, 2022 notated Code of Maryland. (m) Provides the County may enter into agreements to enhance the marketability of the bonds. (n) Provides the signature of any officer whose signature appears on any Bond is still valid even if that officer ceases to be such officer before delivery. (o) Provides that upon deliver of the bonds to the purchaser, payment shall be made to the Finance Officer of the County (p) Authorizes the issuance of interim certificates or temporary bonds (q) Provides that the authorities set forth in this law are supplemental to existing authorities. (r) The County shall seek funds for engineering, designing, constructing, equipping, furnishing and undertaking site work for the new Public Safety Logistical Storage Facility or repayment of the Bonds through such grant sources as the Board may, from time to time, deem desirable and appropriate. (s) Provides severability provisions.

A Public Hearing will be held on Bill 22-8 Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at 6:00 P.M. in the Stephen Decatur High School Auditorium 9913 Seahawk Road Berlin, Maryland 21811 This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103, is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center. A full copy of the bill is also available on the County Website at www.co.worcester.md.us THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-4/7/2t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 19157 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF GEORGE JAMES GANZZERMILLER Notice is given that George William Ganzzermiller, 3919 Foster Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21224, was on March 25, 2022 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of George James Ganzzermiller who died on February 6, 2022, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 25th day of September, 2022.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned per-

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George William Ganzzermiller Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: April 07, 2022 OCD-4/7/3t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Class: "B" BEERWINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Terry Van Layton, 1513 1/2 Shad Row, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

For: Layton's 92nd St., Inc. For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Layton’s 9204 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: April 20, 2022 @ 1:00 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

OCD-4/7/2t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Transfer and an Upgrade in Type from Beer-Wine to a Class: "B" BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Patrick Joseph Brady, 10702 Flower Street, Berlin, Maryland 21811.

For: Liberated Par, Inc. For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Assateague Crab House 7635 Stephen Decatur Road Berlin, Maryland 21811 Formerly: VF Ventures, Inc. There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Cen-

ter, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: April 20, 2022 @ 1:10 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

OCD-4/7/2t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Transfer of a Class: "B" BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: John Harrison, 5939 South Point Road, Berlin, Maryland 21811; Hale Harrison, 1522 Teal Drive, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

For: Harrison 15th Street, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Captain’s Table 2 15th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Formerly: Santa Maria Motel, Inc. There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: April 20, 2022 @ 1:25 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

OCD-4/7/2t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Request to add a microbrewery operation to one of the retail units on the eastern side of the first floor and Request to have live music in the courtyard with up to four pieces amplified between 12 p.m. and 9 p.m. for a Class: "B" BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Jay Taustin, 2305 Philadelphia Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

For: The Embers Restaurant, Inc. For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Embers 2305 Philadelphia Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: April 20, 2022 @ 1:35 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

OCD-4/7/2t _________________________________ STEPHEN C. THIENEL THIENEL LAW LLC 5457 TWIN KNOLLS ROAD SUITE 300 COLUMBIA, MD 21045

NOTICE

OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 19150 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF BRIDGET A. FLYNN

Notice is given that Joseph P. Flynn, 2718 Marsh Elder Road, Cambridge, MD 21613, was on March 22, 2022 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Bridget A. Flynn who died on February 1, 2022, without a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 22nd day of September, 2022.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Joseph P. Flynn Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: April 07, 2022 OCD-4/7/3t _________________________________ IN THE ORPHANS’ COURT FOR (OR) BEFORE THE REGISTER OF WILLS FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND IN THE ESTATE OF: JOSEPH ROBERT HOOVER ESTATE NO. 19161

NOTICE

OF JUDICIAL PROBATE To all Persons Interested in the above estate: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed by Thomas J. Kokolis, 110 N. Washington St., Ste. 500, Rockville, MD 20850 for the appointment of a personal representative. A hearing will be held at One W. Market Street, Court Room 4, Court House, Snow Hill, MD 21863 on 06/07/2022 at 10:00 a.m.

This hearing may be transferred or postponed to a subsequent time.

Further information may be obtained by reviewing the estate file in

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Terri Westcott Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Phone: (410) 632-1529 Newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Publication Date: 04/07/2022 OCD-4/7/2t _________________________________

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Custodial Services Worcester County Government The Worcester County Commissioners are currently accepting sealed bids for Custodial Cleaning Services for 26 county-owned or leased office buildings. Bid specification packages and bid forms are available from the Office of the County Commissioners, Room I I 03 - Worcester County Government Center, 1 West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863 or may be obtained online at www.co.worcester.md.us or by calling the Commissioners' Office at 410-632-1194 to request a package by mail.

Interested bidders are encouraged to attend a pre-bid meeting to be held on Thursday April 28, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. in the Worcester County Government Center's 3rd Floor Training Room A, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland where the county's Department of Public Works-Maintenance Division will explain the scope of the bid specifications and answer questions about the bidding process. After the pre-bid meeting, bidders are encouraged to visit each county building to meet with the facility manager where they will be required to sign in. During the site visit, the facility manager will provide a walk through so each bidder can evaluate the building's requirements, current condition, hours of operation and limitations. A property listing with address and point of contact shall be provided as part of the bid specification package. Each bidder shall contact the building facility manager to arrange their independent walk through. Additional requests for information (RFI's) will be accepted by Worcester County's Department of Public Works Maintenance Division until 04:00 PM on Friday April 29, 2022.

RFI's will be responded to promptly via email and will be made a part of the bid. Only written responses shall be considered binding.

Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:00 PM, Monday, May 9, 2022 in the Office of the County Commissioners at the above address, at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. All sealed bid envelopes shall be marked "Custodial Services Bid" in the lower left-hand corner.

After opening, bids will be forwarded to the Public Works Department for tabulation, review and recommendation to the County Commissioners for their consideration. In awarding the bid, the Commissioners reserve the right to reject any and all bids,

Ocean City Today / Public Notices waive formalities, informalities and technicalities herein, and to take whatever bid they determine to be in the best interest of the County considering lowest or best bid, quality of goods and work, time of delivery or completion, responsibility of bidders being considered, previous experience of bidders with county contracts, or any other factors they deem appropriate.

All inquiries should be directed to Michael Hutchinson Maintenance Superintendent at mhutchinson@co.worcester.md.us or (410) 632-3766 or by facsimile at (410) 632-1753.

THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-4/14/2t _________________________________

Mayor & City Council Ocean City

PROPOSAL SOLICITATION Transit Advertising

Mayor & City Council Ocean City (Town) is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced vendors to provide advertising leasing services on Town owned buses and boardwalk trams (“Transit Advertising”) and for said services to be in conformity with the Proposal Documents.

Proposal Documents for the Transit Advertising services may be obtained from the Town’s Procurement Department by either e-mailing the Procurement Manager, Catrice Parsons, at cparsons@oceancitymd.gov or by calling 410-723-6647 during normal business hours, or via the Bid tab on the Town’s website. Vendors are responsible for checking this website for addenda prior to submitting their proposals. The Town is not responsible for the content of any Proposal Document received through any third-party service. It is the sole responsibility of the Vendor to ensure the completeness and accuracy of their Completed Proposal Documents.

A pre-proposal meeting will be held for this solicitation on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at 1:00pm in the Procurement Conference Room located at 214 65th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842. The last day for questions will be noon on Friday, April 22, 2022. The Addendum will be posted by close of business on Tuesday, May 03, 2022.

Sealed Proposal Documents are due no later than Monday, May 09, 2022 by 4:00 p.m. and addressed to Mayor & City Council Ocean City, Maryland, Attn: City Clerk’s Office, 301 N. Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842. Sealed Proposal Documents will be opened and Vendor names read into record and remanded to staff for further review at the Work Session held on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at 1:00pm in Council Chambers located at 301 N. Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842.

Late Proposal Document will not be accepted.

Minority vendors are encouraged to compete for award of the solicitation.

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Worcester County Commissioners Worcester County, Maryland Proposal for South Point Boat Ramp Bulkhead Design The County Commissioners of Worcester County Maryland are currently soliciting bids for engineering services for the South Point Boat Ramp Bulkhead Design project.

This project consists of the complete design for 500+- feet of bulkhead, all associated drawings, all associated permits, and assisting with bid specifications for construction. Interested engineers are encouraged to attend a pre-bid meeting at 10:00 AM on Monday, April 25, 2022, at the South Point Boat Ramp located at 5820 South Point Road, Berlin, MD 21811.

Last day for bid questions shall be Friday, May 6, 2022. Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:00 PM on Monday, May 9, 2022 in the Office of the County Commissioners, at Room 1103 -Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863, at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Envelopes shall be marked "Proposal for South Point Boat Ramp Bulkhead Design" in the lower left-hand corner. After opening, bids will be forwarded to the Worcester County Recreation and Parks Department for tabulation, review and recommendation to the County Commissioners for their consideration at a future meeting.

In awarding the proposal, the Commissioners reserve the right to reject any and all proposals, waive formalities, informalities and technicalities therein, and to take whatever proposal they determine to be in the best interest of the County considering lowest or best proposal, quality of goods and work, time of delivery or completion, responsibility of subcontractors being considered, previous experience of subcontractors with County contracts, or any other factors they deem appropriate. Bid documents are available by contacting the Worcester County Recreation and Parks Department at 410-6322144x2521 or by email at jstephens@co.worcester.md.us THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-4/14/2t _________________________________

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Purchase of Petroleum Products Worcester County Government Facilities and Equipment The Worcester County Commissioners are currently accepting bids for the purchase of petroleum products via delivery service for County Government buildings, generators in various locations throughout the

APRIL 15, 2022 County, and off-road vehicles for the Public Works Solid Waste Division for a period of two years, with an option to extend for up to a total of five years. Bid specification packages and bid forms are available at www.co.worcester.md.us or from the Office of the County Commissioners - Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Room 1103, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863. Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:00 p.m., Monday, April 25, 2022 the Office of the County Commissioners at the above address, at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Envelopes will be marked “2022 Petroleum Products Bid” in the lower left-hand corner. After opening, bids will be forwarded to the Department of Public Works for tabulation, review and recommendation to the County Commissioners for their consideration at a future meeting. In awarding the bid, the Commissioners reserve the right to reject any and all bids, waive formalities, informalities and technicalities herein, and to take whatever bid they determine to be in the best interest of the County considering lowest or best bid, quality of goods and work, time of delivery or completion, responsibility of bidders being considered, previous experience of bidders with county contracts, or any other factors they deem appropriate.

All inquiries will be directed to Michael N. Hutchinson, Maintenance Superintendent via email at mhutchinson@co.worcester.md.us or office at (410) 632-3766.

THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-4/14/2t _________________________________

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Purchase of Propane Gas Worcester County Government Facilities and Generators The Worcester County Commissioners are currently accepting bids for the purchase of propane gas for County Government buildings and emergency stand-by generators located throughout the County for a period of two years plus informational pricing for additional years of service. Bid specification packages and bid forms are available from the Office of the County Commissioners, Room 1103 –Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863, may be obtained online at www.co.worcester.md.us or by calling the Commissioners’ Office at 410-632-1194 to request a package by mail. Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:00 p.m., Monday May 2, 2022 in the Office of the County Commissioners at the above address, at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Envelopes will be marked “2022 Propane Gas Bid” in the lower left-hand corner. After opening, bids will be forwarded to the Department of Public Works for tabulation, review and recommendation to the County Commissioners for their consideration at a future meeting. In awarding the bid, the

APRIL 15, 2022 Commissioners reserve the right to reject any and all bids, waive formalities, informalities and technicalities herein, and to take whatever bid they determine to be in the best interest of the County considering lowest or best bid, quality of goods and work, time of delivery or completion, responsibility of bidders being considered, previous experience of bidders with county contracts, or any other factors they deem appropriate.

All inquiries will be directed to Michael N. Hutchinson, Maintenance Superintendent via email at mhutchinson@co.worcester.md.us or office at (410) 632-3766.

THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-4/14/2t _________________________________

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Lobbying Services Worcester County, Maryland The Worcester County Commissioners are seeking proposals from experienced and qualified firms with a proven track record to provide professional consultant services in advocacy and lobbying at the State and Federal level. The lobbying services shall include, but not be limited to the following: identifying grants and legislation of interest to the County, advocating, lobbying, and testifying on behalf of the County, developing legislation in support of the County, and working collaboratively with County staff. Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:30 PM, Monday, April 25, 2022, in the Office of the County Commissioners, Room 1103 Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863, at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Envelopes shall be marked "Lobbying Services Bid" in the lower left-hand corner. After opening, bids will be reviewed and submitted with recommendation to the County Commissioners for their consideration at a future meeting. In awarding the bid, the Commissioners reserve the right to reject any and all bids, waive formalities, informalities and technicalities therein, and to take whatever bid they determine to be in the best interest of the County. Questions and inquiries shall be addressed to Weston S. Young, Chief Administrative Officer, a t weston.young@co.worcester.md.us.

OCD-4/14/2t _________________________________ SMALL ESTATE

NOTICE

OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 19171 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MARY ELIZABETH HENRY Notice is given that Patsy Ann Bowen, 10413 Harrison Road, Berlin, MD 21811, was on April 04, 2022 appointed personal representative of the small estate of Mary Elizabeth Henry who died on March 18, 2022, with a will.

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Ocean City Today / Public Notices Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice.

All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter.

Patsy Ann Bowen Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Terri Westcott One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: April 14, 2022 OCD-4/14/1t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 19169 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF ROBERT REID GODFREY Notice is given that Patricia Lynn Godfrey, P.O. Box 243, Mappsville, VA 23407, was on April 01, 2022 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Robert Reid Godfrey who died on January 23, 2022, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 1st day of October, 2022.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to

the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Patricia Lynn Godfrey Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: April 14, 2022 OCD-4/14/3t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS TOWN OF OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110 of the Code of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Zoning Ordinance for Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted by the Board of Zoning Appeals for Ocean City, Maryland in the Council Chambers of City Hall located on Baltimore Avenue and Third Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on: April 28, 2022 at 6:00 P.M. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-94(1) requesting a special use exception to allow a 20’x60’ tent from temporary Covid-19 seating to remain constructed in the parking lot for dining purposes from April through October each year. The site of the appeal is described as Lots 1-28, Block 106 of the Ocean Bay City Plat, further described as located between 77th and 78th Streets, and locally known as the Bayside Skillet, 7701 Coastal Highway, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: SIDNEY ZWEIGBAUM (BZA 2616 FILE #22-09400005) Further information concerning

the public hearings may be examined in the office of the Department of Planning and Community Development in City Hall.

Alfred Harrison, Chairman Maureen Howarth, Attorney OCD-4/14/2t _________________________________

PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

NOTICE

OF PUBLIC HEARING Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110, Zoning, of the Code of the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be conducted by the Planning and Zoning Commission in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on: TUESDAY, MAY 3, 2022 At 7:00 pm Pursuant to the provisions of Article II, Section 5, Conditional Uses, a request has been filed under the provisions of Section 110-514(22), Uses permitted by Conditional Use in the LC-1, Local Commercial, Zoning District, to permit an interior tenant fit-out with an amusement use that the Mayor and City Council may approve in keeping with uses specifically permitted in the LC-1 district. The site of the request is described as Lot 88B, Resubdivision of Block 88 of the Fenwick Plat; further described as being located on the west side of Coastal Highway, between 131st and 132nd Streets, and known locally as 13113 Coastal Highway, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: LINAR YAGUDIN (FILE #22-12100005) No oral or written testimony will be accepted after the close of the public hearing.

Public hearings that are not completed at one meeting may be continued without additional advertised notice provided the Commission Chairperson announces that the hearing will be continued and gives persons in attendance an opportunity to sign up for written notice of the additional hearing dates.

For further information concerning this public hearing, please contact the Department of Planning and Community Development, Room 242, City Hall, 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842. Phone 410-289-8855.

PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAM GREER BUCKLEY, CHAIRPERSON MAUREEN HOWARTH, ATTORNEY OCD-4/14/3t _________________________________

LEGAL ADVERTISING Call: 410-723-6397 | Fax: 410-723-6511 or E-mail: legals@oceancitytoday.net

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Call 410-723-6397 Classifieds appear in Ocean City Today & Bayside Gazette each week and online at oceancitytoday.com & baysideoc.com

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Candidate must provide own basic tools, be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, climb ladders to a height of 20 feet, be able to communicate both orally and in writing using English and have reliable transportation.

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POLICE/COURTS

Weapons possession Travis O Harold Dawson, 30, of Austin, Texas was arrested by ocean City Police at 4:30 p.m. on April 10 near 112th Street and charged with possession of a concealed deadly weapon and a spring-assisted knife.

Police responded to reports of a “suspicious vehicle” parked at the end of 112th Street, and Dawson was in the car when they arrived.

Police said Dawson was sitting in the vehicle with the ignition off, and when they asked him to roll the window down, he said he would get out instead.

Officers reported that they asked Dawson to stand at the back of the car so they could ask him some questions and he refused to comply. Instead, reports read, he paced back and forth, slowly moving away from the car. Dawson only provided police

with his last name, but officers said they could smell alcohol coming from his breath, and when he attempted to get back into his car, he was placed in handcuffs.

As police were dealing with Dawson, one officer noticed a knife partially concealed between the front driver’s seat and center console. He was then placed under arrest for a deadly concealed weapon.

A spring-assisted folding knife was also found when police searched the car. Both knives, police noted, were within Dawson’s reach.

Drug possession Truman Reid Hancock, 28, of Colonial Beach, Virginia was arrested by Ocean City Police at 11 a.m. on April 10 near 41st Street and charged with possession of drugs other than marijuana, driving an unregistered vehicle,

and various traffic violations.

Police said Hancock was stopped for having his California license plate duct taped to his vehicle and when officers asked him about it, he said his stepfather sold him the car. When asked for registration and insurance, police said Hancock was unable to provide either.

An investigation revealed Hancock’s license was revoked in Virginia, and he was placed under arrest.

When officers searched the car, they found a Suboxone strip inside a leather wallet. A passenger in the car with Hancock said the suboxone was hers and Hancock was carrying it for her.

When police searched the vehicle, they found a box of Suboxone in the back seat that was prescribed to the passenger.

Concealed machete Brian Lumont Handy, 49, of Selbyville, was arrested by Ocean City Police at 3 a.m. on March 10 near 10th Street and charged with possession of a deadly concealed weapon, DWI, and several other charges.

Police became suspicious with

Handy when he stopped his truck significantly behind a stop line at a traffic signal that was red. When the officer pulled behind Handy, the truck pulled forward past the stop line which was still red.

Handy then turned onto North Baltimore Avenue when the light turned green before turning onto Ninth Street and striking the curb, which is when the officer pulled him over.

After an investigation, Handy was placed under arrest because police suspected he was under the influence of alcohol, though he said he did not consume alcohol and suffered from diabetes. He also refused to submit to a breath test, police said.

When police searched the vehicle, they found a machete and an ax under the driver’s seat.

Loaded gun Gerardo Anthon Maldonado-Lemus, 20, of Parkeville, Maryland was arrested by Ocean City Police at approximately 1:45 a.m. on April 10 near 133rd Street and charged with possession of a loaded handgun in a vehicle.

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Sunroof shooter guilty of assault

By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) A District Heights, Maryland man who was arrested last summer after shooting a man who reportedly fell through his sunroof, was convicted of first- and second-degree assault in Worcester County Circuit Court on Tuesday.

Police said Antonio Jermain Epps, 28, was sitting inside a vehicle parked outside of an Ocean City hotel with Jameal Danielle Mcleod, 28, of Capital Heights when a man who was walking on top of vehicles in the lot fell through their sunroof.

The man, police said, was unaware anyone was inside the car, but when he fell, he prompted Epps and Mcleod to get out and confront him.

During the confrontation, reports read, Epps shot the man twice before he and Mcleod fled the scene.

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The man who was shot by Epps also fled the scene as was later found at the 15th Street fire station – he was expected to make a full recovery.

Police charged Epps with attempted second-degree murder, though he was found not guilty of the charge by a judge this Antonio Epps week.

Epps was also charged with and found guilty of first-degree assault and possession of a firearm with a felony conviction, both felonies, as well as second-degree assault, reckless endangerment, possession of a handgun in a vehicle, possession of a loaded handgun in a

vehicle, possession of a handgun on a person, possession of a loaded handgun on a person, illegal possession of a firearm, illegal possession of ammunition, and illegally discharging a firearm, all misdemeanors.

Though he was found guilty of the charges, a sentencing date is pending a presentence investigation and psychiatric Jameal Mcleod evaluation as requested by the judge.

The psych evaluation was not requested by the State’s Attorney’s office, though it is not uncommon.

Mcleod pleaded guilty to a felony charge of behind an accessory after the fact and was scheduled to be sentenced on April 14.

POLICE/COURTS Continued from Page 54 Police said Maldonado-Lemus was stopped for having a loud exhaust and several other equipment violations.

Police said when the officer approached the vehicle, the smell of marijuana came from inside.

The officer told Maldonado-Lemus, the front seat passenger, and others to get out of the car and sit on the curb. A search discovered a .45 caliber pistol in a black bag in the trunk of the vehicle.

Police said the gun was loaded, though no round was in the chamber.

Also inside the bag was MaldonadoLemus’s driver’s license.

Maldonado-Lemus allegedly told police he got the gun from his brother who purchased it a few years ago. He also told officers he carries the gun to “look cool.” The gun, he added, was his and he took full responsibility, police added.

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Berlin man pleads guilty to cocaine distribution intent (April 15, 2022) Marcus Pitts, age 49, of Berlin, pleaded guilty on April 8, to possession with intent to distribute crack cocaine, according to a joint announcement issued by federal, state and local law enforcement officials.

According to Pitts’s guilty plea, in September 2018, members of the Worcester County Criminal Enforcement Team (WCCET) were investigating Pitts for suspected drug distribution.

While conducting surveillance at Pitts’s residence investigators saw a suspected drug user go into the residence, come out a short time later, and then drive away.

Investigators conducted a traffic stop of the individual and recovered a glass smoking pipe and a small amount of cocaine, which the person acknowledged he had just purchased from Pitts.

On Sept. 14, 2018, members of the enforcement team executed a search warrant at Pitts’s residence, where they recovered approximately 396 grams of crack cocaine, baking soda, a glass Pyrex dish, plastic baggies, an empty digital scale box, three cell phones, and $1,472 in U.S. currency.

An additional cell phone taken from Pitts contained numerous text messages indicating that Pitts was in-

volved in trafficking crack cocaine.

Pitts was released from state custody on bail on Sept. 24, 2018. He was arrested on Jan. 2, 2019 on a federal arrest warrant.

At the time of his arrest, Pitts was in possession of a bag of crack cocaine, which he tried to throw away as police approached. Investigators also recovered a cell phone from Pitts’s vehicle.

The cell phone was found to contain numerous text messages indicating that Pitts continued to distribute crack cocaine while he was released from state custody on bail.

Pitts and the government have agreed that, if the court accepts the plea agreement, Pitts will be sentenced to seven years in federal prison.

U.S. District Judge George L. Russell III has scheduled sentencing for June 17 at 2 p.m.

Participating in the investigation, arrest and prosecution of Betts were United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Erek L. Barron; Homeland Security Investigations Baltimore; the Worcester County Criminal Enforcement Team: the Ocean City Police Department, the Ocean Pines Police Department, the Worcester County Sheriff’s office, the Maryland State Police and the Pocomoke City Police Department.

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Service calls to police drop from March 2021-22

By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) Calls to Ocean City Police in March were up slightly from the same time frame in 2020, when the pandemic’s grip began to take hold of the country, but compared to March 2021, the numbers are down.

OCPD Chief Ross Buzzuro presented the findings during Monday’s police commission meeting and pointed out that the number of traffic stops increased sigChief R. Buzzuro nificantly.

In March 2020, OCPD conducted 244 traffic stops.

Last month the department made 542 traffic stops, for an increase of almost 300 traffic stops. Last year, though, the department made 668 stops during the same period, or 126 fewer.

Many of the chief’s crime statistics for the past year were compared to two years ago to make room for discrepancies between a normal year and one in the middle of a pandemic.

Last year, however, March was when things began to move back into a normal pattern.

When the top 25 calls for service the department tracks are compared between 2022 and 2021, nearly everything has decreased.

Collisions decreased from 48 to 29, domestic assaults went from 39 to 26, trespassing fell from 18 to 12, and 911 hang-ups dropped from 94 to 80.

Other categories that decreased include drug violations, city ordinance violations, and disorderly individuals.

Calls for suspicious person or activity increased, though, from 70 to 76, as did noise complaints, which rose from 12 to 15.

Thefts, public safety concerns, and animal complaints also increased, though not by much.

Along with a decrease in calls, the department made fewer arrests.

In 2021, the department made 158 arrests, compared to 55 in 2020. Last month, police officers arrested 118 individuals, none of whom were issued criminal citations.

The number of drug arrests dropped from 12 to 10, and the number of DUIs dropped to 29 from 33.

Weapons arrests also decreased to nine compared to 20 in 2021.

Of the weapons arrests, two were firearms, four were knives, and the rest were things like electric stun guns, baseball bats, and hammers.

“In the balancing act right now, and the levels we’re at, we’re being really proactive,” Buzzuro said. www.oceancitytoday.com

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Berlin acquires lot from Worcester Another piece of puzzle falls into place for plans to build community center

By Jack Chavez Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) The no-cost transfer of 3.4 acres of land on Flower Street from Worcester County to the Town of Berlin was approved by the county commissioners last Tuesday after a public hearing drew no comment for or against the action.

The acquisition is part of the town’s plan to construct a community center on Flower Street, where the Flower Street School once stood and is now used by SHOREUP! Inc. The project has included the necessary procurement of multiple adjoining properties on the site, with this one — Parcel 0854 — being the latest.

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Last week, Worcester County transferred a small parcel of land to the Town of Berlin off of Flower Street. Mayor Zack Tyndall said it was a part of the town’s plan to build a community center on the historic site of the Flower Street School and most recently where SHORE UP! Inc. was located.

“We requested the transfer of that parcel so we can make the four parcels of that area into one which would house the future community center for Berlin, making it in total between six and seven acres,” Berlin Mayor Zack Tyndall said.

“The transfer was a vital component to make sure the site is in one contiguous

parcel. We’re grateful for the commissioner’s willingness to transfer it to the Town of Berlin.”

The parcel includes an offline wetland on its southern end, which the county allowed the town to construct to help reduce flooding in the adjacent See BERLIN Page 58

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By Jack Chavez Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) The Worcester County Commissioners discussed the following at their April 5 meeting:

Bond Bills The Worcester County Commissioners voted 4-3 following public hearings to approve general obligation bond funding for five projects included in the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).

The projects include $10 million for an addition to Stephen Decatur Middle School, $2 million for roof replacement on Snow Hill Middle School and Cedar Chapel School, $3.1 million for a public safety logistical storage facility, $11 million for phase two of the jail improvement project and $4.6 million for the water and wastewater project in the Ocean Pines service area.

A public hearing for a sixth project — $11.2 million for a proposed sports complex — will occur at Stephen Decatur High School on Tuesday, April 19.

Spending requests Staff from U.S. senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin approached the Worcester County administration to request potential funding for programs and projects.

Congress recently brought back “Congressionally Directed Spending,” which allows for the federal funding of local projects “that enhance community priorities, transportation, health care, education, job opportunities and other important economic development projects,” according to a memo from Chief Administrative Officer Weston Young. Commissioner Chip Bertino voted against moving forward.

These suggested projects include a therapeutic garden for adult daycare at Worcester Adult Medical Day Services in

Snow Hill, a “rail trail” from Snow Hill to Berlin, nature-based programming for people who suffer from high stress, anxiety and depression, pedestrian access to John Walter Smith Park and Worcester County Recreation Center via sidewalks and pathways, revitalizing the Pocomoke Fairgrounds and an after-school wing and improved internet connectivity at the recreation center.

Police Pursuit Vehicles The commissioners voted 6-1 to approve a letter of intent to purchase 10 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicles (PPVs) from Hertrich Fleet Services in Milford.

According to a memo from Department of Public Works Director Dallas Baker, a General Motors representative informed the county that the company extended the expired Maryland Department of General Services procurement contract with Hertrich Fleet and there would only be a “small window of opportunity to place orders.”

The window, Baker wrote, could shut at a moment’s notice without warning, necessitating a more urgent approach.

Commissioner President Joe Mitrecic voted in opposition.

Pier 23 The commissioners approved a small project agreement for Pier 23 restaurant in West Ocean City, which will open this spring. The project provides public water service for fire protection via the Mystic Harbor Service Area. Pier 23 replaces Mad Fish Bar and Grill, which permanently shuttered after a fire in 2019.

Special Use The commissioners approved a special use permit to use the South Point boat ramp to launch safe nesting sites for

common tern and black skimmer birds.

According to a memo from Environmental Programs Director Bob Mitchell, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources has worked with the Maryland Coastal Bas Program and other conservation groups to use these structures in other areas in the coastal bays region.

Broadband update Representatives from Talkie were not present for an update to the commissioners regarding the progress of connecting rural Worcester residents to broadband internet, allegedly due to scheduling conflicts.

While IT Director Brian Jones provided some detail on work completed, in progress and scheduled, the commissioners made clear they would like Talkie and also representatives from Choptank Fiber and Bay Country Communications — which is connecting residents in the Newark area — to attend a commissioners meeting in the future for a more comprehensive update.

Power Boat race The Ocean City Power Boat Grand Prix has been rescheduled from May 13-15 to Aug. 19-21 due to scheduling conflicts. The commissioners previously approved the event in February.

Correction Last week’s edition of Ocean City Today featured an article on page 23 titled “New names enter county elections” that misidentified Tim VanVonno — a Republican candidate for Worcester County Commissioner in District 3 — as Tom VanVonno. We regret the error.

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Berlin acquires Flower St. land Diakonia introduces plans Continued from Page 57 neighborhood. The rest of the property is open land, according to a memo from Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Joe Parker.

Tyndall added that the project still appears to be in its early stages, but considering how long it’s been in the works, the progress is substantial.

“The project is moving along,” he said.

“It doesn’t appear that it’s moving quickly perhaps, but in the spectrum of the fact that a community center has been discussed on this site for the last 20 years, I think we’re making progress quickly.”

The vision for the facility includes community services, a community kitchen, “potentially” recreation space, Shore Up! classroom space and meeting space for communities, organizations and nonprofits, Tyndall said in February.

The short-term outlook for develop-

ment includes addressing other parcels of land — specifically combining two that are owned by the Berlin Community Improvement Association to put the entire property at about 6.5 acres, which Tyndall said would offer the opportunity to start the design and construction phases.

“I hope some of those things are achievable in this fiscal year (and the next),” Tyndall said back then, pointing out that FY23 is fast approaching.

“In order to have a community center, it takes a community effort. I think Berlin is ready for it, ready to see this through and I think we can stay on track.”

Plans for the community center ramped up in December, when representatives from the town, county, the community association and Shore Up! met to discuss it. In total, the project calls for combining four parcels into one. The town purchased a 0.57-acre parcel in October.

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Engineer Ronnie Carpenter briefed the committee on the project, a 4.4-acre site that will include retail, office, storage, and conference space along with 48 one-bedroom housing units in the 9600 block of Stephen Decatur Highway, near Diakonia’s donation center and thrift store.

“The main use for this property is going to be one-bedroom units and a multipurpose building for training and receiving of goods for Diakonia,” Carpenter said. “We have been through a couple of iterations of review and comment with some homeowner programs and we do have final approval for our (stormwater drainage system) at this time and we’re very close to receiving approval on sewer and water. We’ve had multiple discussions with the Maryland State Highway Administration for entrance and they’re on board with what we’re proposing at that location.”

Carpenter added that they have permits with the Maryland Department of the Environment for buffer encroachment.

“It seems like things are heading in the right direction for this project,” he said.

Carpenter didn’t have architectural sketches for the committee to review, saying that they wanted to get through this initial meeting to make sure no major changes were necessary before committing to any de-

Diakonia is planning an addition to its facilities, which will include more than three dozen one-bedroom living spaces, a multipurpose room and more. After going over the plan with the Worcester County Technical Review Committee, they will take architectural plans to the Planning Commission next.

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“We spread out the parking and handicapped spaces for each of the proposed buildings, single entrance off 611 and we’ve managed to make the stormwater work,” he said. “I think it’s a good project and certainly something that’s needed for this area.”

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By Jack Chavez Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) Berlin might share a name associated most closely with Germany, but starting next week “America’s coolest small town” per Budget Travel some years back will double as Ukraine for the upcoming short film, “Hedgehog.”

“Hedgehog” will be produced in part by Ocean City resident Dave Messick, who said he has aspirations that the film can Dave Messick be featured at the Sundance Film Festival, the Cannes Film Festival, the Berlin (Germany) International Film Festival and locally at the Ocean City Film Festival.

D. Mitry “It’s a (Ukrainian) film,” Messick said.

“The film is about a little girl that gets dropped off at her grandmother’s house so her parents can fight in the war.”

“It’s a great story and I’m excited to do something like this here. Bringing bigger productions here to Ocean City is something I’ve wanted to do for a while.”

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light. “(It’s) a film that goes along with the theme that as human beings we have an obligation to be human to each other,” he said.

Mitry said that he and his wife met Messick at a film festival in Iowa where his film “Reggie’s Forest,” which won the People’s Choice Award at the 2020 Ocean City Film Festival, was screened.

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“Everyone has been incredible and 100-percent supportive of this. I hope that people around the world will get to see this and I hope it speaks to them.”

Filming on “Hedgehog” begins Wednesday.

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By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (April 15, 2022) Maryland has a Forest Conservation and Management program in place to encourage landowners to manage their forest land in return for a reduced and/or frozen property tax assessment.

Any owner of five or more contiguous acres of forest land may enter the program. (House sites, crop land and other non-forest open space is not eligible.)

Open land that was recently planted to forest tree seedlings can be included in the program after one growing season. Land used to grow Christmas trees is also eligible if the trees will be cut at harvest.

The program is a legal agreement between the landowner and the Department of Natural Resources and is recorded in the land records of the county in which the property is located.

Rich Fleischer, president of Coldwell Banker Realty in the Mid-Atlantic region, recently announced the top agent and teams companywide for 2021 sales performance in the region. Two are in Worcester County.

Nancy Reither, affiliated with the Ocean City 123rd Street office, was the No. 1 agent companywide for adjusted growth commission income (AGCI) and units sold in 2021. She also earned the Coldwell Banker International Society of Excellence designation, awarded to the top 345 individual sales associates out of approximately 100,000 Coldwell Banker affiliated agents worldwide.

Cain Team of OC was the No. 1 small team for units sold companywide in 2021. Team members include Anna Spann, Stephen Cain, and principal, Suzanah Cain. They are also affiliated with the 123rd Street office.

In addition, the team earned the Coldwell Banker International President’s Circle Team designation, placing them in the top 18 percent of the approximately 3,600 Coldwell Banker sales teams in the U.S. and Canada.

The landowner agrees to manage their forest land according to a management plan that is prepared for the property. The minimum acreage is five acres and the minimum length of the agreement is 15 years.

The property tax assessment on the forest land in the agreement is generally reduced and frozen at a low agricultural rate.

If the agreement is broken through failure to follow the plan, sale of the property to someone unwilling to assume the responsibility or if the landowner just wants to be out of the program, back taxes will be levied and will be computed back to the beginning of the agreement. The agreement can be amended to increase or decrease acreage and it can be transferred to a buyer if the buyer is willing to assume the responsibilities of the agreement.

There are approximately 1,300 agreements in effect covering approximately 84,000 acres.

– Lauren Bunting is an Associate Broker with Keller Williams Realty of Delmarva in Ocean City.

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Maness has over 16 years of experience in the banking industry. In addition to her work at the bank, Maness is immersed in community service and it is her passion to be involved in many forms of community outreach.

Promotion John W. Breda, president and CEO of The Bank of Delmarva, recently announced that Sonia Baker was promoted within the corporation.

Baker joined the Bank in March 2017.

She was recently promoted to the role of vice president - new business developSonia Baker ment, relationship manager in the 26th Street Ocean City office.

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Fast Eddie’s crew takes over old Phillips Crab House spot

By Jack Chavez Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) The iconic Phillips Crab House on 2004 Philadelphia Avenue may be gone, but its spirit will live on in the form of Union Chesapeake Seafood House.

The ownership group that owns and operates Fast Eddie’s Corner Bar and Grille on 118th Street closed on a lease with the property owner on Friday and have aspirations to hit the ground running with a late-May opening.

“It really came to us, the opportunity that was out there,” said Eddie Johnson, one of the owners along with Frank Raffo and Jon Latta.”

When (the property owner) was searching for someone who could take over the operation, reached out to Frank and Jon snd myself … When the chance came to us, it almost seemed too good to be true.”

A successful first year with Fast Eddie’s, which opened last spring, put them in a strong position to take on this new venture, Johnson said.

The foursome plans to fan out to cover both of their restaurants, with Johnson staying at Fast Eddie’s and Latta and Raffo heading up Union Chesapeake.

While the three are just now be-

ginning to think about how to staff the block-size restaurant, Latta said that the group will prioritize the old Phillips staff and trying to bring back as much of it as they can.

“It’s so new, but I am meeting with one of their former employees just to show me around there and he’s supposed to have all the contacts for all the old employees and we’re going to reach out,” Latta said.

He added that they have housing options to offer prospective staff, from living spaces on the back end of the restaurant to across the street by Phillips Plaza.

Latta doesn’t envision any stark changes to the layout of the restaurant, given they only have about five weeks to get up and running by their goal of a week before Memorial Day Weekend.

They will assess after the tourist season if changes need to be made, but ultimately, Latta said, the environment that Phillips owners Shirley and Brice Phillips cultivated is something that should be preserved.

“We’re not going to veer too far from what (they) made it because that’s the scene that Ocean City is — it’s a crab and seafood dining scene out here that people come down here for. They were the first company to

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The site of the former Phillips Crab House in Ocean City will soon become Union Chesapeake Seafood House. The new restaurant will be operated by the same owners who run Fast Eddie’s Corner Bar and Grill on 118th Street. They have said they wish to preserve the legacy that Brice and Shirley Phillips created and thus will not be changing much with their new restaurant.

put that seafood scene and dining on the map,” Latta said. “We don’t want to go in there and just change the whole game. We will be operating a buffet upstairs like they were and have a seafood and crab house downstairs.”

Besides, said Johnson, the layout and decor of Phillips are too iconic to mess with.

“That place has so many historical features that even when we go to make any changes, we want to keep what they had, what they’ve done with that place over the years,” Johnson said. “When you walk in you’re almost in awe because you can tell how they added separate parts and

what they’ve done with the place. It has a lot of history. You have the Tiffany lamps, you can see the progression of Ocean City through that restaurant.”

When it comes to his friends’ and co-owners’ ability to guide the new restaurant, Johnson said he had the utmost confidence in Raffo and Latta.

“I think they’re going to do great,” Johnson said. “The thing I feel 100 percent confident in is sending them into a situation like this. These guys know exactly what they’re doing when it comes to this.

And a shout-out to the customers that we’ve had that helped make this possible.”

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Welcoming students for the 20212022 school year, this state-of-the-art elementary school was designed hand in hand with the school community.

The LEED Gold school puts learning on display and exposes students

to sustainable practices, while connecting indoor instruction with the outdoors, which is a feature of “biophilic design.”

One of the notable design elements is the ability of the stage in the cafeteria to be used for indoor as well as outdoor audiences by way of a large glass overhead sectional door.

This is the second project to be honored with a design award for Worcester County Public Schools and Becker Morgan Group, with Snow Hill High School having been recognized in 2017.

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The Sun & Surf Cinema on 143rd Street is listed for sale and the property is slated for redevelopment into an eight-story hotel and condos.

Sun & Surf Cinema eyed for hotel

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (April 15, 2022) Ocean City may soon be short a movie theater if plans to develop a hotel at the sight of the north end Sun & Surf Cinema pan out.

The eight-screen movie theater at 14301 Coastal Highway has been an entertainment staple for more than five decades. But with the property listed for sale since the fall, and talk among city planning officials that a new venture is on the way, the cinema’s days are likely numbered.

Public Works Director Hal Adkins said this week that he heard from Bill Neville, the city’s director of planning

and development, that a local hotel owner is eyeing the commercial site for an eight-story hotel and condo building with a restaurant.

Neville said in an email to Adkins that Lennar, the developer of the nearby Sanibel Seas residential town home and condo development, was originally under contract to build something similar at the Sun & Surf site but the plans fell through.

Now, a new owner with local ties is in the early stages of planning to redevelop it, although no formal deals have been made.

Neville did not return a call for further comment.

According to the online real estate listing, Sun & Surf Cinema was built in 1971, expanded in 1975 and 1983 and underwent “an extensive renovation” in 2015. The work included the installation of 712 luxury recliners.

The 2.37-acre site, which sits along Coastal Highway in front of a residential neighborhood in the 142nd Street area, is zoned commercial and stands as a prime spot for larger development. The site is listed for sale at nearly $7 million. The existing movie theater building, which is owned by Fox Theaters, is about 23,700 square feet and still in operation.

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Not council’s job to pass judgment For the people who do not understand how the Ocean City Charter works, the answer is “no,” the City Council does not have the power to expel a member for behaving badly in public.

Neither would it be able to enforce a code of conduct for elected officeholders without a major rewrite of the charter, which even then probably wouldn’t survive in any court proceeding.

To be more blunt, the removal of Councilman Mark Paddack from office for allegedly yelling most inappropriately at his son in a restaurant would have to be done the old-fashioned way: in the voting booth at election time.

No matter how many people demand that he be removed for humiliating the boy, and himself, in what has been described as an ugly and profane outburst, the democratic system of government doesn’t work that way.

Furthermore, it’s a good thing it doesn’t, because giving any elected governing authority the power to prosecute and judge acts of socially or morally objectional behavior is asking for big trouble.

Of all the disagreeable politicians that have bubbled up like swamp gas in recent years, it must be remembered that they have constituents who put them there.

This is why Ocean City’s town charter stipulates that members of the mayor and council may be removed from office for non-attendance or if they are convicted of common law or other specified felonies. That’s it, no other grounds exist.

Council John Gehrig was right when he said the opinions of council members have no bearing on the matter, and that the council has no standing to intervene.

Yes, if Paddack made a spectacle of himself, it does reflect badly on the rest of the council, and yes, he might want to think about that as well as what it does to his effectiveness as a council member.

In the meantime, it is pointless for members of the public to insist that the council take action. That’s the job of the voters, who next time around, if there is a next time, have the option of not voting for him.

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Mary Sue’s good eggs

Reprinted from April 2015.

Ah yes, Mary Sue Easter eggs: “The creamiest candy that’s made. Mary Sue Easter eggs, Mary Sue Easter eggs, Brighten your Easter parade.”

Well, that would be unless you attempt to consume in one seating that behemoth of bonbons, that colossus of confections, that One Pound ChocolateCoated, Coconut-Creamfilled sweet football of By that’s finally in Stewart fabulosity your Easter basket after a Dobson number of years of begging to receive one.

It probably wasn’t even from Mary Sue, the Middle River, Maryland company whose Eastertime radio and television advertising jingle became permanently embedded in the still-developing brains of kids even in the sticks like me, but from some impostor attempting to muscle in Mary Sue’s turf by charging less.

All I know is that I had to have it because it was so, well, big. On reflection, the one I wanted should have been cut into steaks, or served as a steamship round of egg, or even as a cut of prime egg rather than having me gnaw on it like a squirrel with a coconut.

Nevertheless, every year for about three years running, I would suggest to my parents that this would be more than the perfect Easter candy, but might just be the perfect food overall.

As would be expected, they wouldn’t hear it, telling me each year that I wouldn’t eat it all and that it would be unfair to the egg itself, as it would eventually die alone and forgotten, the victim of neglect.

Also as would be expected, I insisted that would not be the case and that not only would I eat every last particle of this majestic mass of goodness, but that I also would do so quickly.

In today’s world, my parents might have been brought up on charges for giving in and getting me exactly what I wanted rather than staging an intervention of some sort before I launched in to prove my point.

Suffice to say, that although I did manage to down about three quarters of that supreme creation that particular day, I nevertheless ended up dancing the fandango, so to speak, for the next couple of days.

That more or less cured me of my giant Easter egg fixation and that bigger was better in all regards.This is not to say that I learned to steer clear of the dark world of candy abuse.

That didn’t occur until the following year.

All I can say is that the peep sandwich idea looked good on paper.

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Letters to the editor School staff knows best with library material Editor, I attended the March WCPS meeting in support of WCPS library/media specialists. I agree with “Supporting intellectual freedom in schools” published in your April 1 edition, Letters to the Editor section.

Having spent 46 years as a teacher at Stephen Decatur High School, and through my outreach to elementary, intermediate, and middle schools as part of my theatre program, I came to know many of our school librarians/media specialists.

I knew them to be devoted professionals dedicated to ensuring that all students in their respective buildings had access to materials that would represent them as individuals and as members of larger communities.

That remains the mission of all of the WCPS librarians to this day.

As a former teacher, I believe the job of those who work in our schools is to help every child feel accepted, welcomed, and valued.

To that end, and using clear protocols, WCPS librarians choose materials that represent the lives, needs,

and interests of all students, making certain that no child is left, not behind, but out.

Selectively removing materials that have been properly vetted by professional staff undercuts efforts by all those who work in schools to value, to support, and to represent all children.

A library, whether in a school or in a community, offers every reader the opportunity to choose not only to further their knowledge, but to further their understanding of themselves and others, to develop empathy, and to know that whatever a person’s struggles and victories, triumphs and fears, we are all part of a shared humanity, of one vast human family.

Gwendolyn Freeman Lehman Retired, SDHS (1969-2015) Berlin

Make money or take your money?

Editor, The question is simple. Do you want your elected officials to seek ways to make money to pay their bills or do you want them to keep raising

Pocomoke City to commend centennial of massive fire (April 15, 2022) On Easter Monday, April 17, 1922, a fire destroyed 15 acres in the downtown section of Pocomoke City. The conflagration left 250 residents homeless, devastated scores of businesses and homes, and resulted in a loss of $25 million in today’s dollars.

For three hours, Maple, Clarke, Second and Market streets were a sea of flames. High winds then whipped the fire up Front Street where it destroyed numerous homes in the residential section.

During the early stages of the fire, the town’s telephone exchange building was in extreme danger. Yet, the phone operators maintained their posts and called for aid from fire companies across the peninsula.

The phone exchange was eventually destroyed, but not before help was on its way.The Pennsylvania Railroad dispatched special trains to convey fire apparatus and firefighters to Pocomoke City.

Fire companies from Seaford, Laurel, Delmar, Salisbury, Snow Hill, Berlin, Ocean City, Cambridge, Princess Anne and Crisfield answered the call to assist the Pocomoke Fire Company in battling the blaze.

As quoted in the New York Times on Tuesday, April 18, 1922, “but for

the splendid teamwork of the fire companies the entire town would have been destroyed”.

To commemorate the centennial of the Great Pocomoke City Fire of 1922, the Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company will host an open house and ceremony on Saturday.

Those fire companies listed above have been invited to attend and will be recognized for their assistance in containing and extinguishing the fire.

The open house, which will feature antique fire equipment and historical materials regarding the fire, will be held at the Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company, 1410 Market Street, from 1-4 p.m. on Saturday. The recognition ceremony will take place at 3 p.m.

According to Lt. Chip Choquette, chairperson of the centennial, Pocomoke City experienced three devastating fires prior to 1922.

The fire of December 1888 led to the establishment of the Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company. The fire of April 1922 led to the purchase of more advanced fire-fighting equipment and the rebuilding of the town’s downtown section with masonry buildings and wider streets to prevent fires of this magnitude from recurring in the future.

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The cost of running a household, a business, and a government continue to rise. An elected official has to identify ways to pay for the public safety, public works, and services that all residents, businesses, property owners, and visitors expect and deserve.

We have a gigantic opportunity to ride the wave of a $20 billion per year youth sports industry. This is bigger than the NFL and some experts project it to grow to $77 billion by 2026.

These are all family visitors. We are built for this, located within 5 hours of over 50 million people with all the infrastructure needed to host worldclass events… a variety of hotels and accommodations, restaurants, attractions, a Top 10 Boardwalk in the USA, the beach, and all Worcester County has to offer.

Promoters want to come here but we do not have the facilities to accommodate them. We have a competitive advantage if we just take it. We are literally bursting at the seams with demand, and we need our leaders to have the courage to act so that we can fulfill it. This is the biggest opportunity the county has had in decades.

Plus, the revenues generated are used throughout the entire county to provide services and improve the quality of life for all taxpayers while keeping property tax rates constant or lower. Funds will be used to aid children throughout Worcester

PAGE 65 County to ensure they have affordable access/transportation to recreation programs and activities at the Sports Complex and local facilities.

This keeps our youth safe and productive and allows all Worcester County children to do what they do best… play.

So back to the question… do you want your elected officials to make money, or take your money?

Please attend the public hearing to give your answer to the county commissioners and express your support for the Worcester County Sports Complex.”

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Commissioner’s critique of sportsplex ‘pathetic’ Editor I don’t usually voice my opinion when it comes to local politics, but as a mother, a Worcester County resident and the president of Beach Lacrosse Club, I find it hard not to comment on this ludicrous “commentary” by Commissioner Bertino.

I find his comments to be disappointing, shortsighted and quite frankly untrue.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Continued from Page 65 is no greater reason for spending taxpayer dollars than providing recreational opportunities for Worcester County kids.

I am unsure why he believes it is not the county’s responsibility for funding a sports complex. It is my opinion that providing recreation facilities and ensuring taxpayers have spaces to exercise, play and do other activities to improve their community and quality of life are absolutely the responsibility of the county. Parks and recreation encourage more healthy and vibrant communities; they also benefit the local economy.

He also said that “additional visitors coming to Northern Worcester County should concern us all.” Why? Because of traffic? We live in a resort area. We deal with traffic at times but is that really an excuse to deny local children recreational opportunities because of “traffic.” If that’s the case, maybe we should cancel the Fourth of July celebrations or the Air Show because of the traffic. Using traffic as a scare tactic to deny kids recreational amenities is pathetic.

As for the location of the complex, when was the last time Mr. Bertino attended a Berlin Little League Game or Beach Lacrosse Tournament? Both are recreational leagues for local Worcester County kids and both are bursting at the seams using the Northern Athletic Complex. There

WORLD WAR II simply is NOT enough field space at that location and our local kids have to travel to places like Wicomico County and Delaware to participate in recreational sports. Not to mention, as Mr. Bertino knows, this has been studied. The overwhelming need for this facility is in the north end. Again, a pathetic excuse to deny Worcester County kids more opportunity to play sports in Worcester County.

Further, I have taken the time to read the Crossroads Study and it clearly states the overwhelming annual fiscal impact generated from this project is approximately $500,000. I find the financial comparisons in Mr. Bertino’s “commentary” to be wildly misleading and contrary to the reports from the Maryland Stadium Authority - who last time I checked were experts in this area. The County has the option of seeking additional funding sources and Mr. Bertino knows this.

Lastly, Mr. Bertino’s comment about “government has neither the expertise nor the entrepreneurial passion to sustain a business effectively and profitably” is a slap in the face to every department head and employee of the county. If they are uninspired (which I don’t believe they are) it’s because he has left them unempowered. What a shameful thing to say about county workers.

I find it disgraceful that an elected

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official cannot see how much this facility is needed in our county. Not for me, not for him – but for OUR CHILDREN! To say there are “so many blanks yet to be filled in” is absurd.

The county has been studying this for years, and yet he continues to find weak excuses to vote against it.

Our kids deserve a world class recreation facility. They shouldn’t be smooshed on fields for practice or canceled for every drop of rain. Families of Worcester County, if you want this project for your kids as much as I want it for my kids – please write to your county commissioners or attend the Public Hearing on April 19.

I want to thank those commissioners who are planning to vote for this facility. Their vision and foresight are appreciated by many Worcester County taxpayers, by our Beach Lacrosse club and by my family. My two children are the most thankful, as their vote in support of this project is a vote for their future.

Jessica Waters Worcester County, Mother & President of Beach Lacrosse Club

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Doolittle raid, 80 years ago, cripples Japanese capital

By Jack Etheridge Contributing Writer (April 15, 2022) As we approach mid-April 2022, there is only one combined U.S. Navy and American Army Air Corps exploit that even now elicits such great respect and gratefulness on both sides of the Pacific.

That is the famous Doolittle Raid of April 18, 1942.

This week, 80 years ago, 80 volunteer pilots and crew, in 16 modified B-25 Mitchell medium bombers, lumbered off the wind-swept deck of the U.S.S. Hornet. The mission was “top secret” and even today significant parts of the preparation and training are obscure and uncertain.

No one had ever launched bombers from an aircraft carrier and the fact that this could even be done at all was very sensitive. During final preparations in Sacramento, base commanders were ordered that Lt. Col. James Doolittle’s requests were, “...to be given the highest priority without explanation.”

But the mission’s success depended not only on the careful training at Eglin Army Air Field Auxiliary #1, the range-extending adjustments made by engineers at North American Aviation, or the leadership of Col. Doolittle. The seeds for the success had been planted in 1939 to 1941 when Lt. Stephen Jurika Jr. was assigned as assistant naval attaché at the American Embassy in Tokyo, Japan.

There he spent most of his time, “...locating and pinpointing industries, industrial areas, and all manner of bomb target information.” Jurita rotated out of Japan in August 1941, well before Pearl Harbor, and he was assigned as intelligence officer on the Hornet that October.

In April 1942, for a critical two weeks before the B-25s launched, Jurita prepared the 80 pilots and crew like few if any other Americans could.

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WORLD WAR II Continued from Page 66 The four months he had spent, “...drawing up bombing maps of Japan,” now would be put to practical use. Like Doolittle, on the flight deck he attached medals the Japanese government had awarded him to a bomb that would be dropped during the raid.

So much of the Doolittle Raid story focused on the moment the bombs fell in the famous “30 Seconds Over Tokyo.” And reasonably so. But on the other side of the East China Sea, a different strand of history was taking shape. Tung-Sheng Liu, and numerous other courageous Chinese were fighting against the Japanese.

They would unexpectedly be thrust into history’s limelight.

Because the B-25 launch was ordered sooner, and further from the target, than originally planned, one by one the fuel powering the specially tuned radial engines ran out. And after 13 hours of flight nearly every plane crash-landed near the coast or over rugged mainland China. As the crews bailed out into the dark abyss of a lightless countryside, none knew what awaited them.

Dotted across hundreds of miles of countryside were a set of Chinese, most of whom had never seen a foreigner, but who would risk their lives to help the American airmen. Many crew members would be found and escorted to the Air Raid Shelter at Wang Cun, also known as “the Cave,”

where they would be safe from Japanese aerial observation or attack.

One crewmember was Lt. William Fitzhugh. Some would be treated and saved by Chinese doctors in Linhai at a hospital founded by British missionaries. Another family slept that night in a farmhouse in a remote area near Jiangshan, China. There two young brothers would witness their parents help Charles Ozuk, navigator on Raider Plane #10, to safety.

Seventy-five years later, in 2018, sons, daughters, and friends made their way to remote areas of China to see the places where their fathers had drifted to earth and found their way to safety, often aided by non-combatants in a land at war. Ozuk met the two brothers at the very farmhouse where her father had been helped. And Fitzhugh ran his hand over the inscription “FITZHUGH” his father had carved in the wall outside “The Cave.”

With another war in another place now occurring, this Easter it is worth remembering and pondering the impact of how 80 years ago acts of courage and assistance helped save courageous men who themselves were fighting to assist the very people who would come to their aid.

The Japanese thought that their Home Islands were impervious to an American bombing attack. When Doolittle’s bombers struck, they were stunned. Most thought it impossible.

It was a real morale boost for Amer-

Doolittle's B-25 at launching, 18 April 1942

ica and its allies. When asked where the bombers originated, U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt replied, with an impish grin, “Shangri-la!”

For his exploits, Doolittle was awarded the Medal of Honor and promoted two ranks to brigadier general. He was later appointed commander of Twelfth Air Force in North Africa, then Fifteenth Air Force in Italy, and finally Eighth Air Force in England. By that time he was a lieutenant general.

Of the 80 raiders, three died, and eight were captured. Of those eight, three were executed by the Japanese

and one died in captivity. The movie, “Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo,“ based on the book by Raider Ted Lawson, was released in November 1944 and starred Spencer Tracy as Doolittle, Van Johnson as Lawson and Robert Mitchum as Raider Bob Gray. The movie won an “Oscar” for Best Special Effects.

The author of this piece accompanied the children of the Doolittle Raiders on their 2018 trip to Communist China, where they were well received and saw the very places and people that helped bring the Doolittle Raid to a successful conclusion.

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OBITUARIES JOANNE FABER Berlin Joanne Faber, age 80, passed away on Tuesday, April 5, 2022.

Born on Feb. 17, 1942, she was the daughter of the late John Shilling and Evelyn Ruth Gill. She was the stepdaughter of the late Robert Mennow.

Joanne was blessed with a wonJoanne Faber derful zest for life, the warmth and empathy that made her an excellent educator and counselor, and a strong belief in the importance of family.

She received her professional degrees from the Ohio State University, Cleveland State University and Loyola University.

She also attained national certification as a licensed clinical profes-

sional counselor and served as the chairperson of the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists.

Her professional life as an educator and counselor was spent at Dundalk Community College and as a counselor and therapist for several private psychological practices.

She was an avid scuba diver and with her husband and served as a volunteer scuba diver at the National Aquarium in Baltimore for 15 years while also enjoying a variety of diving adventures in warm tropical waters.

She also enjoyed quilting, knitting, cooking, pickleball, biking and beach time. She was an active participant in church activities and services.

She is survived by her husband, Dennis Faber; four sons, Bob Weber (Tami), John Weber (Monica), Keith Faber (Tabby West), and Mark Faber (Amy).

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She is also survived by a brother, John Shilling (Noel); a sister, Marjorie Jackson (Paul); 21 grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held on April 22, 2022 at the Community Church at Ocean Pines with visitation from 9:30-10:30 a.m. and the memorial service from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Letters of condolences can be sent to the family via www.burbagefuneralhome.com. Arrangements are in the care of The Burbage Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, the family encourages a donation to one of Joanne’s favorite nonprofit groups that does impressive charity work: Quilters by the Sea Guild of Ocean Pines, Maryland, Jennifer Compston, Treasurer, 10 Spruce Court, Ocean Pines, Maryland 21811. Make the check payable to Quilters by the Sea Guild of Ocean Pines, MD and specify QBS Volunteer Day. GAIL TURNER LEWIS Ocean City Gail Turner Lewis of Ocean City, Maryland, passed away on Monday, April 11, 2022 at the age of 82.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd B. Lewis of Ocean City, Maryland in 2021.

Gail, originally from Easley, South Carolina, was also Gail Turner Lewis preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Helen Turner of Easley, South Carolina, and a sister, Ann Turner Hannon, of Tampa, Florida.

She is survived by sons, John Carl Lewis (Kathleen) and Stephen Turner Lewis (Kristin), all of Ocean City, Maryland; and a brother, Carl Bruce Turner, Jr. (Cheri) of Easley, South Carolina.

Also surviving are grandchildren, Alexandra Lewis Berkey (Blake) of Houston, Texas, John Carl Lewis, Jr. (Abby), and William Turner Lewis; and great-granddaughter, Vivian Ann Lewis all of Ocean City, Maryland, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Gail graduated from Dacusville High School in Easley, South Carolina, and Draughon’s Business College in Greenville, South Carolina.

Upon graduation from college, she met her husband, Lloyd Lewis, an Air Force pilot, who was stationed in Greenville, South Carolina. When the base closed, they moved to Savannah, Georgia, and ultimately to Ocean City, Maryland.

Gail became prominent in business in both Ocean City and Berlin, as a home and condo decorator, as a salesperson and design specialist at Donaway Furniture Company, and she was instrumental along with her husband in founding and operating the nationally-known M.R. Ducks business.

She and her husband opened M.R. Ducks Gazebo Bar and Grille in 1982, and in the following year began the openings of what grew to be numerous retail stores in Baltimore, Ocean City, South Carolina, Annapolis, Maryland, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, and Christmas holiday locations in Owings Mill, Towson, Salisbury (all in Maryland) and also Dover, Delaware.

Gail served as president of the retail stores and was the daily hands-on general manager of the stores. Additionally, in 1995 the wholesale division was formed and M.R. Ducks exhibited in Las Vegas, Atlanta and numerous other venues.

Later in 2006, Gail opened Abigail’s Home Accents, an upscale boutique, and the Water’s Edge Gallery, both in Berlin, Maryland. The gallery featured the works of many locallyknown artists.

Gail remained an active participant and owner/manager of M.R. Ducks retail stores until her death, being known for her creativity and business acumen.

She enjoyed hosting personal parties at home as well as company parties for work. She was also known for her gracious Southern style.

Gail leaves a legacy of many friends at work and devoted family members whom she deeply touched.

She was a member of Atlantic Methodist Church, DAR Chapter of Samuel Chase, the Ocean City Golf and Yacht Club, and a former member of the Worcester County Federated Garden Club.

Her late husband, Lloyd Lewis, was a founding member of Worcester Country School (Worcester Preparatory School) where Gail co-chaired the first and second Christmas bazaars and she remained active in the support of the school.

In her spare time, she enjoyed genealogy research, tennis, golf, travel

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OBITUARIES (especially abroad), entertaining and interior design.

A viewing was held at The Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin on Wednesday, April 13, 2022. Funeral service was held at Atlantic United Methodist Church in Ocean City, Maryland, on Thursday, April 14, 2022.

To honor Gail’s memory, remembrances may be made to: Bascolm Eye Institute, P.O. Box 016880 (D880). Miami, Florida 33101-6880; Worcester Preparatory School at 508 South Main Street, Berlin, Maryland 21811; or Atlantic United Methodist Church, 105 Fourth Street, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

Arrangements are in care of The Burbage Funeral Home.

LEONARDO RODRIGUEZ Ocean City Leonardo Rodriguez passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2022, at AGH in Berlin, Maryland.

Born on Dec. 12, 1941 in Mar del Plata, Argentina, he was the son of the late Leonardo and Blanca Rodriguez. Leo and his family arrived in the US in 1965, setL. Rodriguez tling in Montgomery County where he grew his family. Leo relocated to Ocean City where he began a successful career as a plumber until he retired in 1989.

Leo enjoyed laughing, golfing, fishing from the Rt. 50 bridge and most of all, spending time with his grandkids.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Maria; two sons, Osvaldo “Bill” Rodriguez and Jeff Rodriguez (Rehab); and three daughters, Patricia Fowler (Tom), Michelle Helvig (John) and Jenice “Cece” Chester, 11 grandchildren and 1 great-grand-

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child.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Abel Rodriguez, and sister, Isabel Wright.

No formal services are planned at this time. Letters of condolences can be sent to the family via www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are in care of The Burbage Funeral Home.

MICHAEL MYERS Stuart, Florida Michael “Mike” Myers, age 75, of Stuart, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2022, at Hay Madeira House in Stuart.

Born in Westminster, Maryland, Mike was the son of the late Paul Raymond Myers and Margaret “Peg” Michael Myers Ruth Brown-Myers.

Upon graduation from St. John’s Catholic School in Baltimore in 1964, Mike attended and graduated with his bachelor’s degree from the University of Baltimore where he studied business, and went on to achieve his masters in psychology.

He later served in the US Army for several years and went on to receive an honorable discharge.

Although he was a resident of Florida, Mike spent his first 50 years in Maryland residing in both Balti-

more and Ocean City.

You could find Mike in the resort town either playing music at Gable’s or Bayside Pub, or perhaps just going around town in one of his beloved classic cars.

Mike owned and operated what was known originally as Penn Jersey in Berlin, Maryland, but went on to be Myers Power Tool and Auto, which operated for many years.

Mike was an avid antique and classic car collector and he loved his firearms. He also loved supporting the Stuart VFW and American Legions. If you had the pleasure of knowing Mike, you know he is a perfect example of a life lived to the fullest.

He is survived by three daughters, Michelle Myers Melson (Andrew) of Sebastian, Florida, Murrie Myers Wall (Chris) of Ocean City, Maryland, and Elisha Myers Onysko (Kevin) of Punta Gorda, Florida.

Mike also leaves behind several grandchildren, Hannah, Matthew, Celina, Mary, Sarah and Rachel.

In addition to his children and grandchildren, he is survived by brothers, Timothy P. Myers (Cindy) of Eldoret, Kenya, and Allen C. Myers (Dr. Xiaoru Yang), of Lynchburg, Virginia; and sister, Paula M. Myers (Robert R. Lipella) of Clear Spring, Maryland.

Cremation is to follow Mike’s death and no formal services are

planned at this time.

SHARON MELINDA WINTER Ocean City Sharon Melinda Winter, “Shari,” died unexpectedly on April 1, 2022 in her home in Ocean City.

She was born on May 13, 1971 in Baltimore and raised in Linthicum.

Sharon was the beloved daughter of David and Jacqueline Winter.

Also surviving is her dearly loved son, Henry Johnson Winter; brother, Michael Sharon Winter David Winter, Sr. and his wife, Beverly; and nephew, Michael David Winter, Jr. Sharon spent most of her adult life residing in Ocean City where she had many friends who adored her.

She graduated college and opened a jewelry store in old “Shantytown,” which were some of her most cherished accomplishments.

Shari also traveled to festivals and flea markets to display and show her unique merchandise. Additionally, Shari enjoyed working in the local restaurant community.

Some of her passions included fashion, clothes, jewelry, arts and crafts, music and movies. She was a one-of-a kind free spirt fashionista who will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

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Stephen Decatur runners getting ready to start the 3,200-meter event, from left, sophomore Daniella Carrasco Gonzalez, freshmen Chloe Resnick, Clarice Piela and Amber Marshall, and junior Carolina Novelli during Monday’s meet in Berlin.

Many Decatur T&F athletes score PRs during home meet

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 15, 2022) Both the Stephen Decatur girls’ and boys’ outdoor track and field teams came in second place during their final home meet of the season on Monday in Berlin.

“I was very happy with both the boys’ and girls’ teams at our last home meet,” said Decatur Coach Brenda Hommel. “We had a considerable number of personal records recorded by several of our runners and relay teams as they are demonstrating continued growth as runners.”

Parkside won the girls’ competition with 128 points. Decatur was second with 91, followed by James M. Bennett (62), Wicomico (61) and Northampton (15).

Decatur Lady Seahawks who scored points for the team for placing fifth or better were: senior Miah Schwind (long jump, fourth, 12 feet 1.5 inches), juniors Summer Brenner (100-meter hurdles, second, 19.63 seconds; 300-meter hurdles, third, 57.55 seconds; high jump, third, 4 feet 6 inches), Carolina Novelli (3,200-meter run, second, 13:53.82; 1,600-meter run, fourth, 6:29.55), Breanne Ferguson (800-meter run, third, 2:58.74; long jump, first, 14 feet 6 inches), Mayah Garner (high

jump, first, 4 feet 10 inches; long jump, third, 13 feet 3.75 inches) and Taya Price (high jump, second, 4 feet 8 inches), sophomore Macy Woroniecki (1,600-meter run, second, 6:13.42; 800-meter run, second, 2:52.88) and freshmen Amber Marshall (3,200-meter run, third, 13:54.32), Clarice Piela (3,200-meter run, fourth, 15:06.54) and Allison Swift (800-meter run, fifth, 3:14.91).

The 3,200-meter relay team of Ferguson, Marshall, Novelli and Woroniecki came in first place (11:19.86).

Schwind and juniors Leah and Macy Seitz and Summer Banks took third in the 400-meter relay race (58.68 seconds).

Woroniecki, Ferguson, senior Avery Braciszewski and junior Mackenzie Cathell finished third in the 1,600-meter relay race (5:15.11).

Banks, the Seitzs and freshman Julianna Wooden placed fifth in the 800-meter relay race (2:04.99).

Parkside won the boys’ competition with 149.5 points. Decatur was second with 84.5 points, followed by Wicomico (68), Bennett (49) and Northampton (8).

Scoring points for Decatur for placing fifth or better were: seniors Owen Mielnik (pole vault, first, 11 feet 10 inches), Jay McCarter (200-meter

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Decatur senior Rynell Brittingham competes in the shot put event during Monday’s meet in Berlin.

He came in second place with a throw of 36 feet 1 inch.

dash, fourth, 26.30 seconds), Gavin McCabe (800-meter run, second, 2:19.83), Zimere Handy (high jump, fourth, 5 feet) and Rynell Brittingham (shot put, second, 36 feet 1 inch), juniors Ziquase Duffy (long jump, first, 18 feet 2 inches), Curtez Schoolfield (200-meter dash, fifth, 26.5 seconds), Evan Justice (800meter run, third, 2:32.69) and Conner Herr (triple jump, fifth, 33 feet 4 inches), sophomores Ethan Justice (1,600-meter run, first, 4:52.05; 3,200-meter run, second, 11:15.71), Graham Field (3,200-meter run,

fifth, 12:55.82) and Xavier Arnold (shot put, fourth, 33 feet 2 inches) and freshmen Joseph Cipollone (1,600-meter run, fourth, 5:20.04; 800-meter run, fourth, 2:34.54), Zarek Coyman (110-meter hurdles, fifth, 22.02 seconds) and Brandon Fitzgerald (high jump, third, 5 feet 4 inches; 400-meter dash, fifth, 59.51 seconds).

Cipollone, both Justices and McCabe won the 3,200-meter relay race (9:29.39).

Freshmen Alex Ward and See DECATUR Page 71

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Decatur tennis teams have successful week

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 15, 2022) The Stephen Decatur tennis teams had an active week with competitions on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The Seahawks earned victories over all three of their opponents.

The Seahawks took a trip to Salisbury on Monday to battle the Wicomico Indians.

The Decatur boys’ squad won 7-0.

Scoring first through fourth singles victories, respectively, were: senior captains Noah Fisher (8-0) and Ben Johnson (8-0), sophomore Matt Beck (8-2) and senior Ethan Hansford (8-2).

Fisher and Johnson shut out their first doubles opponents, 8-0. Sophomores Briggs Pugner and Jacob Ritz topped their second doubles compe-

tition, 8-4.

Wi-Hi forfeited the third doubles match.

“I thought we played great. Everyone has stepped up,” said Decatur Coach Steve Berquist.

“David Janney [a singles player] is in England for soccer, so everyone has moved up [in the lineup].

Jamie Greenwood The kids have been excited to get that opportunity.”

The Lady Seahawks also won all of their matches.

Juniors Ridgley Lake and Sarah Tarr and freshman Emily Ferguson shut out their first through third singles opponents, 8-0.

Wi-Hi forfeited the fourth singles

match.

Juniors Grayce Kilian and Willa Novelli topped their first doubles opponents, 8-3.

Freshman Anika Karli and junior Paula Magathan won, 8-1, at second doubles.

Wi-Hi forfeited the third doubles match.

“I thought they Steve Berquist played well. It was a good warmup for [Tuesday’s competition against Parkside],” Decatur Coach Jamie Greenwood said.

The Decatur girls’ squad scored a 5-2 victory over the Parkside Rams in Salisbury on Tuesday.

“They really performed,” Greenwood said.

Lake shut out her first singles opponent, 8-0, and Tarr won, 8-1, in the second spot. Karli outscored her fourth singles opponent, 8-4.

Lake and Ferguson were successful, 8-1, at first doubles. Magathan and freshman Brooke Berquist edged out their third doubles competition, 8-5.

“We had a little bit of a lineup change. It was Anika’s first time playing singles and she did a good job,” Greenwood said. “We had a new combination at third doubles and they played well together.”

Decatur’s boys’ team also came out on top, 5-2.

Fisher earned an 8-0 shutout at first singles. Johnson scored a 8-5 victory at second singles.

Beck trailed the first half of his See DECATUR Page 72

Seahawks perform well in meet Continued from Page 70 Solomon David, sophomore Patrick Haines and Fitzgerald took second in the 1,600-meter relay race (4:19.55).

Fitzgerald, David, Schoolfield and McCarter finished fourth in the 800meter relay race (1:45.24).

Duffy, Herr, Handy and junior Jaden Holland came in fourth in the 400-meter relay race (48.69 seconds).

“Both our 4 x 800 teams won with PR times. Several of our field event athletes are also demonstrating

growth, particularly in the high jump and long jump,” Hommel said. “Our coaching staff is getting a good feel for who we will be able to move forward with as a competitive team into the qualifying meets in May. We are especially keeping our eyes on Ethan Justice in distance events and Breanne Ferguson, Mayah Garner, Ziquase Duffy and Owen Mielnik in field events.”

The next track meet is the Kent Island Invitation, Thursday, beginning at 2 p.m. in Stevensville.

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(Left) Decatur freshman Brandon Fitzgerald runs in the 400-meter race. He placed fifth. (Right) Junior Curtez Schoolfield competes in the triple jump during Monday’s meet in Berlin.

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Decatur baseball squad edges out SH in 8 innings

Decatur tennis wins over Wi-Hi, Parkside and SH

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 15, 2022) The Stephen Decatur baseball team won by one run over the Snow Hill Eagles on Tuesday, then the Seahawks outscored the Pocomoke Warriors the next day, 211.

Snow Hill scored one run in the first inning in Berlin. Decatur pulled ahead with four runs in the bottom of the second.

The Eagles added one run in the third, fourth and fifth innings to tie the game up at four.

Neither team scored in the sixth or seventh, so the game headed into extra innings.

Snow Hill had the bases loaded with two outs in the top of the eighth.

Decatur junior pitcher Adam Gardner struck out the next batter to end the inning.

Senior Shawn Rosemond opened the bottom of the eighth with a single to right field. Senior Logan Tapman then singled to left field. Up next was junior Ryan McLaughlin, who was hit by a pitch to load the bases.

Junior Owen Knerr stepped to the plate with runners on first, second and third. He was walked and Decatur won, 5-4.

“It was tight. It was good. Both pitchers were pretty darn good,” said Decatur Coach Rich Ferro. “Snow Hill’s guy [Colby Heiser] was really good. They played good defense behind him and he was even better at the plate. He had three hits [and two RBIs]. He was just a really good baseball player.”

Tapman led Decatur with two hits.

Rosemond, McLaughlin, sophomores Lukas Loring and Caden Shockley (two RBIs) and junior Gus Croll (two RBIs) had one hit each.

McLaughlin pitched five innings.

He struck out seven, walked three, gave up four hits and allowed four

Continued from Page 71 third singles match. He pulled ahead 6-5 and Berquist said Beck “just outlasted the other guy.” He won 9-7.

“They play club soccer together, so it was neat to watch them battle,” Berquist said.

Fisher and Johnson were victorious, 8-0, at first doubles. Beck and Pugner edged out their second doubles opponents, 8-6.

“I was a little worried at first. It was hot, it was their home court and they’re a pretty good team,” Berquist said. “We started out slow, but we prevailed. Everyone stepped up a seed again. Parkside is one of our toughest matches. We’re excited.

We’ve just got to stay focused.”

Decatur hosted the Snow Hill Eagles on Wednesday.

Lake (8-0), Novelli (8-1) and freshman Emeline Weber (8-1) topped their first through third singles competition. Snow Hill forfeited the fourth singles match.

Sophomores Simran Jain and Hannah Campbell edged out their first doubles opponents, 9-7.

“They’re not in our top six in our starting lineup, but they did a good job and beat their No. 1 and No. 2 seeds. It was back and forth and tied 7-7, and they won the last two,” Greenwood said. “Willa and Emeline are also non-starters – Ridgley usually plays No. 1 – and they played well.

“It was nice to come out with a win and get the other girls some court experience,” he added. “With a young team, it will be beneficial for next year.”

On the boys’ side, Fisher recorded another shutout.

Beck’s second singles match was a battle that went into a tiebreaker. He was down most of the match, Berquist said, but he fought back. He came out on top, 7-1, in the tiebreaker.

“He seemed more comfortable in the tiebreaker,” Berquist said.

Fisher and Ritz logged an 8-0 victory at first doubles. Beck and Pugner outscored their second doubles competition, 8-2.

Senior Evan Ritz and sophomore Aiden Nguyen were successful, 8-4, at third doubles.

“We were missing some kids today [because of the upcoming Spring Break and Easter holiday weekend], so it was good to get the win,” Berquist said. “We’ll be back at full strength next week.”

Decatur will host the North Caroline Bulldogs on Wednesday at 4 p.m. in Berlin.

The Seahawks will then play the Worcester Prep Mallards on Thursday at 4 p.m. The boys will compete on Decatur’s courts, while the girls face off down the road on Worcester’s courts.

runs.

Gardner threw three innings.

He struck out five, walked three and allowed four hits.

“We’re just kind of ebb and flow, up and down, hitting.

We just have to be more consistent. The good thing was we pitch and we played deLISA CAPITELLI/OCEAN CITY TODAY fense,” Ferro said. “We were (Top) Stephen Decatur senior Shawn Rosemond tags a Snow Hill player f o r t u n a t e diving back to first base during Tuesday’s game in Berlin. (Bottom) Junior … We’ve just Adam Gardner fires a pitch. Decatur won, 5-4, in eight innings. got to get better. That’s the biggest thing. We have more Lukas Loring with two hits and three RBIs. Sophomore Dalton to put the ball in play.”

Decatur took a trip to Pocomoke to Blades had two hits and an RBI. Blades pitched four innings. He play the Warriors on Wednesday and struck out six, walked two and gave won, 21-1, in five innings.

The Seahawks scored seven runs up three hits.

Junior Brooks Kendall struck out in the first innings, nine in the second, two in the third and three in the two and allowed one hit.

Decatur’s next game is Wednesday fifth.

Decatur had 13 hits. Leading the against the Queen Anne’s Lions at 4 charge was McLaughlin and sopho- p.m. in Berlin.

WP Mallards win 19-3 over Indians

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 15, 2022) The Worcester Prep girls’ lacrosse team scored 19 goals and held the Indian River Indians to three on Tuesday in Dagsboro, Delaware.

“I thought our younger players played well and showed how much they are improving. Our more experienced players really helped them get involved in the game and set them up for their own opportunities,” said Prep Coach Chris Williams. “We have had a very difficult schedule to start the season, plus have battled injury and illness, but I see our team finally

getting healthy and ready to make a run to get some more wins on the board.”

The Lady Mallards led 11-1 at halftime.

Junior captain Caitlin Hoen led Worcester with five goals and two assists. Freshman Emma Zajdel chipped in with three goals and four assists.

Senior captain Myranda Beebe netted two goals. Senior Brooke Emeigh, sophomore Madilyn Nechay and freshman Jayden Scopp scored two goals each.

Freshmen Nazli Unal (one assist) and Isabella Marinelli tallied one goal

apiece.

“Scoop and Marinelli [had their] first career varsity goals, [Abigail] Ament with her first career varsity point [assist], and Maxine Ruggerio had four shots, and played an allaround strong game offensively and defensively and won some draws,” Williams said.

“Those four are freshmen that I thought stood out beyond our normal starters,” he added.

Sophomore captain, goalie Caitlin Williams, recorded five saves.

The Mallards will face the Salisbury School Dragons on Wednesday at 4 p.m. in Salisbury.

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All Prep lacrosse players contribute in 12-5 win, Wed.

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 15, 2022) The Worcester Prep boys’ lacrosse team held the Gunston School Herons scoreless for two quarters on Wednesday in Berlin.

The Mallards led 5-0 at the end of the first quarter and 7-0 at halftime.

“Our message to the guys was to stop playing from behind and make it our mission to score first and lead wire to wire,” Prep Coach Drew Haugh said after the 125 win. “We pointed out that our other three wins we got down by three goals and then had to dig ourselves out of a hole in order to win. So, they followed the script and jumped out to a 7-0 lead at half and led 10-1 going into the fourth quarter.”

Junior captain Jack Gardner led Worcester with six goals and one assist.

Junior captain Griffin Jones chipped in with three goals and six assists.

Senior Tristan Weinstein had two goals and freshman Ryan Mann tallied one goal and one assist.

Senior captain, goalie Bennett Tinkler, recorded five saves.

“Although we were very successful on the scoreboard, we are still missing too many shots on cage - hitting pipes, hitting the goalie, taking some bad shots,” Haugh said. “Our shooting percentage is definitely not where we would like it to be, but it certainly was good enough to put up 12 goals, with nine of them being assisted. That’s always nice to have that many assisted goals.

Plus, the defense did their job on their end of the field by holding Gunston scoreless until the 1:32 mark of the third quarter.”

Haugh said the Mallards accomplished their goal to lead wire to wire.

“Most importantly, we were able to get everybody in the game that hasn’t been getting as much playing time. It is always nice to be able to play everybody,” Haugh said. “Those kids work just as hard in practice, and without them it would be hard to have very effective practices with only 10 guys to practice with.

What else is great, is the starters want the guys on the sideline to get in the game, and cheer for them just as much as they do for them. Coaches love to see this.

Makes it feel like you have a real team.”

Worcester’s next game is in Delaware, today, Friday, against Smyrna at 3 p.m.

Decatur lacrosse team earns wins

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 15, 2022) The Stephen Decatur boys’ lacrosse team earned back-to-back wins this week.

The Seahawks hosted the North Caroline Bulldogs on Tuesday and came out on top, 15-5.

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(Left) Stephen Decatur freshman Ava Snelsire throws the ball to first base during Tuesday’s game against Snow Hill in Berlin.

(Right) Senior Skylar Griffin had 11 strikeouts, one walk, and allowed two hits in seven innings. Decatur won, 1-0.

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SD softball team picks up 3 wins

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 15, 2022) The Stephen Decatur softball team had a busy, but successful week.

The Lady Seahawks kicked off the week in Georgetown, Delaware, with a game against the Delmarva Christian Royals.

The game was originally scheduled to take place the first week of the season, but it was postponed because of rain.

“We knew Delmarva Christian was going to have probably the best pitching we see potentially this season,” said Decatur Coach Scott Kurtz. “We knew with four games in four days, with a short week of school, we had to focus on Monday, but we were coming off of our first loss on Friday where we just really did not play well … when you come back after a weekend to a team that you know that potentially could be the best team you’re going to face coming off a game where you didn’t play well, you never know how your team is going to respond – will they continue to kind of make the same mistakes and be down on themselves, will they mentally be logged in?”

After four scoreless innings, the Royals got on the board first with a run in the bottom of the fifth inning.

Decatur scored two in the top of the sixth to pull ahead by one.

“We got a few base runners and we couldn’t move them so we started to do a little small ball, and we started bunting. We started putting some bunts down to moving runners and that turned into two runs for us,” Kurtz said.

Delmarva Christian drove in one in the bottom of the seventh to force extra innings.

The Lady Seahawks tallied two in the top of the 10th and held on for a 4-2 victory.

“In the 10th you start the inning

with your last batter out from the previous inning on second base. Abby Wesche was on second, Lexi Mumford was up and put down a perfect bunt and moved Abby to third,” Kurtz said. “Then, Alexa Eisemann was up and also put down a perfect bunt to score Abby, and then Alexa got to second on a bad throw. She stole third and then Skylar Griffin bunted as well, but she didn’t bunt good in terms of knocking it down, she chopped at it and hit it over the pitchers head [because] their whole team was charging in [and Alexa scored].”

Six Seahawks had one hit each – seniors Skylar Griffin (one RBI) and Abby Wesche, junior Sarah Smith, sophomores Kiara Taylor (one RBI) and Leah Simpson and freshman Ryleigh Smith.

Griffin pitched all 10 innings. She struck out 14, gave up seven hits and allowed two runs.

“It was a very emotional game.

Both teams played so well. The pitching and defense were so good for both teams,” Kurtz said. “We made a play or two down the stretch that gave us the upper hand. I said to their coach, ‘I think both of our teams got better today – they made us better and we made them better.

“That’s the types of games you’re going to see when you get closer to the end of the season and playoffs, where it’s going to be one or two plays that makes the difference and our girls made those plays,” he added.

Decatur hosted the Snow Hill Eagles the next day and won, 1-0.

The Seahawks scored the lone run in the bottom of the second. Senior Alexa Eisemann had the only hit for Decatur.

Griffin had 11 strikeouts, one walk, and allowed two hits in seven innings.

“We had one hit and it was a bunt.

That was it,” Kurtz said. “In terms of

what Skylar did on the mound and defensive plays the girls made in the field I told them straight up, ‘You guys are on it in terms of when you’re between the chalk, it’s when we get in the batter’s box is when we’re failing right now. They have to do the work it takes to get themselves prepared to swing the bat. Right now, I’m challenging them to see what they’re made of.

“Softball is a game where you only get three maybe four opportunities at the plate,” he continued. “When you go up once, if it wasn’t your best atbat you’ve got to learn from it the next time you’re up and make corrections and help your team.”

On Wednesday, Decatur shut out the Pocomoke Warriors, 21-0, in five innings.

The visiting Berlin squad scored 12 runs in the first, four in the second, one in both the third and fourth innings and three in the fifth.

The Seahawks generated 21 runs on 24 hits. Eisemann led with four hits and five RBIs. Taylor had three hits, two RBIs and scored three times.

Freshman Madison McGinnis had three hits, one RBI and she scored three times. Simpson chipped in with three hits and two runs scored. Smith added two hits, two RBIs and two runs scored.

Griffin had two hits, two RBIs and scored three times. She pitched one inning, striking out three and walking one.

McGinnis struck out six in two innings. Simpson and Wesche struck out three and two batters, respectively, in one inning of work each.

“Hitting much improved from the last few games [and] our pitchers combined for a no-hitter,” Kurtz said.

Decatur will host the Queen Anne’s Lions on Wednesday at 4 p.m. in Berlin.

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(Right) Stephen Decatur junior Gabe Geiser looks for a teammate to pass to during Tuesday’s game against North Caroline in Berlin. (Left) Senior Shaki Bowen sprints with the ball. Decatur won the game, 15-5.

Decatur logs wins over N. Caroline, Kent Co. Continued from Page 73 of the first quarter and 8-2 at halftime. After three quarters, Decatur held a 12-3 advantage.

Senior Austin Airey led the Seahawks with four goals and one assist.

Senior captain Jeff Eichelberger contributed with three goals and four assists. Senior Lance Adams chipped in with two goals and three assists.

Freshman Luke Popielaski scored three goals, and juniors Gabe Geiser

(one assist) and Jordan Wingert and freshman Graham Geiser had one goal each.

Senior Shaki Bowen won 12 of the 16 face-offs he took.

Senior goalie, captain Collin Fohner, recorded 15 saves.

“We played well but we’re still not executing like we should,” said Decatur Coach “Hoffy” Hoffman. The Seahawks took 45 shots and finished 15. “We’re taking a lot of shots. We

need to get a better shooting percentage … we need better conversion.”

The next day, Decatur took a trip to Worton, Maryland, where the squad shut out the Kent County Trojans, 190.

Adams was the top producer with five goals. Airey and Eichelberger scored four goals each and senior captain Luke Bahlman tallied two.

The Geiser brothers, senior Sam Woodley and freshman Ashton Clarke

recorded one goal each.

Decatur led 10-0 at halftime.

Fohner stopped five Kent County shots.

“Lots of guys who don’t get a lot of playing time played today,” Hoffman said. “I thought we did well on our clears and rides [and] Shaki did a good job on face-offs.”

Decatur’s next game is Friday, April 22, at 5:30 p.m. against the Kent Island Buccaneers in Berlin.

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