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Commissioners Vote No On Lower Taxes The Board of Calvert County Commissioners discussed revisiting tax rates for FY 2018 when they took action in May 2016 for the FY 2017 budget. A proposal, quickly discussed on Tues., April 25, suggested a property tax reduction equivalent to the $2.7 million of approved unresolved issues. As an estimate, this would have reduced the current $0.952 per $100 of taxable assessment rate to $0.928 per $100.

One consideration discussed was reducing Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) contribution appropriations.

Based on the Board's actions this past Tuesday, the reduction in OPEB appropriations will be approximately $3.0 million.

A tax rate reduction equivalent to $2.7 million would have resulted in a total reduction to the OPEB appropriations of $5.7 million.

Additionally, the BOCC’s Financial Advisor, cautioned the County against a change in light of the county’s bond rating.

One of the Bond Rating Agencies’ concerns has always been the County's willingness to enhance revenues and sustain those actions.

A vote was called at the meeting a week later on May 2 on whether taxes should be cut.

The final vote was 4-1 against lowering taxes for Calvert residents. Steve Weems (R-At Large) was the only commissioner to vote for the tax decrease.

BOCC Agrees on School Funding The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) on Tues. April 25 approved a four-year public schools funding formula that will provide education appropriations of nearly $121 million in fiscal year (FY) 2018.

The funding formula will be used to determine the amount of annual county appropriations to Calvert County Public Schools from FY 2018 through FY 2021.

The measure must also be approved by the Calvert County Board of Education at its May 11 meeting before taking effect.

Three factors are included in the education funding formula. Starting with the prior year's appropriations, funding will be based on 1) student enrollment increases; 2) changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI); and 3) an additional adjustment factor of 1 percent. A decline in student enrollment will not decrease funding and the CPI factor is capped at 3.5 percent.

The funding agreement has a new school adjustment to provide for up to $1 million in additional funds to offset operating costs for new schools. It also specifies that any unassigned public schools fund balance, or savings, in excess of $5 million will be contributed to the

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school system’s Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) trust fund. OPEB are benefits, other than pensions – such as health insurance – that employees receive as part of retirement benefits.

“We believe this is a generous funding formula that provides stability and predictability for county education appropriations,” said BOCC President Tom Hejl. “It will help ensure our school system remains among the top systems in Maryland.”

Additional one-time allocations for the next two fiscal years are included in the funding agreement. FY 2018 funding will include a $500,000 allocation and FY 2019 will include a $2 million allocation, each of which will be offset by reducing contributions for OPEB by the same amounts.

Public schools funding formula agreements have been a part of the county budget process since FY 2006. The last such agreement expired at the end of the 2012 fiscal year.

The BOCC approved the FY 2018-2021education funding formula as part of the FY 2018 county budget process. The Commissioners’ Budget will be presented during a public hearing May 23 at 7:00 p.m. at Calvert Pines Senior Center in Prince Frederick.

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Calvert Restructures Government The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has approved a reorganization plan designed to improve overall government operations and services to the public. The plan does not call for staff reductions. Changes in the county’s organizational structure were approved at the meeting Apr. 25 and will take effect July 1.

The BOCC reviewed and approved the proposed organizational structure in open session during its regular meeting. To better meet the needs of the citizens, changes in the departments of Economic Development, Finance & Budget, General Services, Personnel and Public Safety are planned. The reorganization is a response to guidance established by the BOCC to ensure the effective and efficient use of county resources by determining alternative approaches to the way government is run.

As part of the reorganization, two new departments will be created: Parks & Recreation (formerly under the Department of General Services) and Communications and Media Relations (formerly under the Department of Economic Development). In addition, two departments will be renamed. The Office of Personnel will become the Department of Human Resources and the Department of Community Planning & Building will return to its designation as the Department of Planning and Zoning.

The departmental reporting structure will also be realigned along two primary functions. Departments responsible for operations and public services – Planning and Zoning, Community Resources, Economic Development, Parks & Recreation, Public Safety and Public Works – will report to County Administrator Terry Shannon.

Departments providing internal support and administrative services – Communications & Media Relations, Finance & Budget, General Services, Human Resources and Technology Services – will report to Deputy County Administrator Wilson Parran.

Specific organizational changes include: • Department of Economic Development – marketing and communications, public information, statistics and related functions will relocate to the new Department of Communications and Media Relations.

The remaining functions in Economic Development will allow for a more focused effort on business development, business retention, agri-business and tourism.

• Department of Communications and Media Relations – the new department will take the county’s outreach program to the next level, providing a stronger emphasis on internal and external communications, media relations, website services and intergovernmental relations.

• Department of General Services – the department’s Division of Parks and Recreation will become the new

Department of Parks & Recreation.

Responsibility for the Calvert Marine Museum and the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum will move from General Services to the Office of the County Administrator. The remaining functions in General Services will enhance the operations of the county’s buildings and grounds, capital projects and mosquito control.

• Department of Parks & Recreation – the new department will place a stronger emphasis on program management and will absorb from the Department of General Services oversight of aquatics, business management, parks (including the Division of Natural Resources), recreation and the Chesapeake Hills Golf Course.

• Department of Community Planning & Building – the department will be renamed the Department of Planning & Zoning.

• Department of Finance & Budget – the Benefits Office will relocate to the new Department of Human Resources and the Purchasing Office will be renamed the Procurement Office.

• Office of Personnel – the office will be renamed the Department of Human Resources to better reflect its functions. It will include the Benefits Office to better align with the services and functions of personnel operations.

• Department of Public Safety – Animal Control will relocate from the Sheriff’s Office to Public Safety, along with management and oversight of the county’s new animal shelter.

The reorganization creates three new positions: director of Parks & Recreation, director of Communications and Media Relations and an executive assistant position. Costs associated with the creation of these new positions are approximately $300,000.

“These changes set the foundation for a more effective county government now and in the years to come,” said BOCC President Tom Hejl. “More effective management of operations will help us provide improved service to Calvert County residents and also help identify talents and skills in the organization that can be grown and better utilized. The reorganization accomplishes a board goal for restructuring and efficiency and its implementation will have long-term benefits to Calvert County.”

“Restructuring has been a personal goal of mine since being selected for office in 2010,” said Board Vice President Evan Slaughenhoupt Jr. “It allows an organization to review and apply efficiencies and processes that make for better government operations. Today’s decision will lead to a better-aligned government that will ultimately better serve the public and our employees.”

The governmental restructure is the first part of a two-phase process. The second phase, to be launched during Fiscal Year 2018, will include initiatives to enhance employee training, government accountability and problem solving.

New Growth Tier Maps Approved The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) on Tues. April 25 adopted a Growth Tier Map to identify areas where new major and minor residential subdivisions may occur and the type of sewage disposal systems to serve them. The Growth Tier Map puts Calvert County in compliance with Maryland’s Sustainable Growth and Agricultural Preservation Act of 2012.

In 2012, the state of Maryland adopted the act to limit creation of new residential subdivisions served by private septic systems. The act, also known as the “Septics Law,” was adopted to meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency limits on Chesapeake Bay nutrient and sediment pollution. Under the act, local governments such as Calvert County were prohibited from approving major residential subdivisions outside areas served by public sewerage systems until adopting the growth tiers. In Calvert County, major subdivisions are those with eight or more lots.

“By adopting a Growth Tier Map, we hope citizens discover that Calvert County is rural and will remain rural for years to come,” said BOCC President Tom Hejl. “There is a lot of misconception about the possibility of over-developing Calvert County and the fact is, we can’t, nor do we want to. I hope residents take the time to look at this map and discover that we will maintain our rural character.”

Four growth tiers are established:

• Tier I: Areas already served by public sewerage systems; • Tier II: Areas proposed to be served by public sewerage systems or mapped as locally designated growth areas; • Tier III: Areas planned and zoned for large lot or rural development. They are not planned for sewerage service and are not dominated by agricultural or forest land.

They are also not planned or zoned for land, agricultural or resource protection; and • Tier IV: Areas not planned for sewerage service and which are planned or zoned for protection.

These are “areas dominated by agricultural, forest lands or other natural areas;” Rural Legacy Areas, Priority Preservation Areas or areas subject to preservation easements.

Tier IV is the most restrictive tier and creation of a major subdivision (eight lots or more) is not allowed within Tier IV. In 2016 Calvert County Government embarked on a two-year process to update the Calvert County Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance. The state act requires jurisdictions that have adopted Growth Tiers to incorporate them into their next comprehensive plan updates.

Visit co.cal.md.us/GrowthTiers to learn more and view a map showing all Growth Tiers in Calvert County.

For more information on the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance update visit online at co.cal.md.us/FutureCalvert.

Guilty Plea Entered in Local Deaths A North Beach woman has pleaded to negligent manslaughter in a car crash that killed a newlywed couple on Valentine's Day on Rt. 2 in Edgewater last year.

Lauren Scott, age 28, of North Beach entered the guilty plea in Anne Arundel County Circuit Court in an agreement with the State's Attorney's Office. That agreement recommended a 20-year prison sentence, with all but eight years suspended.

Scott veered left of center on Feb. 14, 2016 and hit a car killing Daniel Amos, 21, and his wife, Kayla Amos, 20. Both worked at Chesapeake Church in Huntingtown and grew up locally. They had been married only about six months.

The agreement would allow Scott to spend at least two years in prison and another five years on supervised probation.

Prosecutors dropped drug-related charges against Scott.

Originally she faced additional charges of homicide by negligent driving while impaired by a controlled dangerous substance. Police said a toxicology test

Wedding photo of Kayla and Dan Amos.

revealed she had both opioids and cannabis in her system. Scott, according to police, had admitted she used marijuana and heroin prior to the accident. Her attorney had claimed drugs did not contribute to the accident, and that instead Scott was tired and has suffered a lack of sleep.

Scott is scheduled to be sentenced June 9.

Details on Anne Arundel Budget At the County Council Chambers in Annapolis, Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh today unveiled his FY2018 budget plan on May 1.

“This budget keeps the promise to make our County the best place to live, work, and start a business,” said Schuh.

“These investments will ensure our County continues its ascent to become the best jurisdiction in Maryland.”

The FY 2018 budget will accelerate the County Executive’s five-point strategic plan for a stronger Anne Arundel County.

Reducing Taxes and Fees: Over the last two years, the Schuh Administration has enacted more than $64 million in tax and fee relief. The FY2018 budget continues this initiative, by eliminating three unnecessary taxes that hurt working families: - The movie tax: a nearly one dollar per person nuisance tax that hits our citizens as they enjoy a night out with the family.

- The athletic facility tax: a $36 per year tax that adds to the cost of exercise. We should be encouraging our citizens to embrace a healthy life style, not creating barriers.

- The mobile home tax: a $300 per year tax that places an unnecessary burden on residents of mobile home communities.

Strengthening Education: The FY 2018 budget fully funds a $15.6 million teacher salary step increase

and the largest school construction effort in County history, including construction money for Crofton High School.

Investing in Public Safety: The FY 2018 budget includes funding for 38 new public safety personnel and funds the construction of the new police academy and central booking facility.

Reforming County Government: The FY2018 budget will centralize all background checks so that various front line departments, particularly public safety, are not distracted from their primary missions by having to conduct background checks. The Department of Inspections and Permits has also been restructured for better deployment of staff and the County is digitizing personnel forms to help reduce red tape in hiring.

Improving the Overall Quality of Life: The FY 2018 budget also works to improve resident’s overall quality of life by making strategic investments to protect our waterways and enhance recreational opportunities.

The budget includes more than $233 million over six years to improve our waterways, $36 million for a fully connected system of bike trails, and funding to open two new boat ramps this year in Shady Side and Solley Cove.

The County Executive’s budget plan will undergo a series of hearings in May and face final consideration by the County Council by June 15.

$1.5 Mil Waterway Dredging Program Announced Next to Rockhold Creek in Deale in South County, Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh highlighted Anne Arundel’s enhanced $1.5 million waterway dredging program.

“Our waterways are the life blood of South County,” said Schuh. “Our enhanced dredging program will ensure our wetlands remain vibrant and our marina businesses flourish.”

During the event April 19, the County Executive highlighted $1.5 million in planned funding for several creeks in South County, including Broadwater, Parker, and Carrs Creeks. The funding is part of a three year enhanced dredging program initiated last year by the Schuh Administration.

From 2012-2016, the County’s dredging program had been reduced by nearly 60 percent to just $390,000. Funding for the program from 2017-2019 is proposed to be more than triple

that amount, making it the largest dredging capital investment in County history. The program will dredge more than 18,000 cubic yards of waterway.

The event took place at the site of the Rockhold Creek dredging project, which included more than 15,000 cubic yards dredged at a total cost of more than $1.1 million.

The proposed capital funding was made possible through the JumpStart Anne Arundel capital project financing program. Enacted in 2015, the capital plan embraces a 30-year bond financing option. This reform has allowed Anne Arundel County to expand its capital funding program and make public safety and quality of life infrastructure improvements from Brooklyn Park to Pasadena to Annapolis to Odenton.

The proposed funding is included in the County Executive’s proposed capital budget plan presented on May 1st.

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Crime Blotter Calvert County Sheriff’s Dept. Reports CDS Violations Deputy R. Kreps responded to Roland’s, in Chesapeake Beach, on Apr. 29 for the complaint of a disorderly subject. Upon arrival a witness explained they observed a black male repeatedly pulling his pants down. He located the male subject, later identified as Keith Lucombe III, 28, of Huntingtown, who appeared to be under the influence. He approached Lucombe who kept placing his hands in his pockets after being told repeatedly to stop. A piece of paper (Suboxone strip) fell out of Lucombe’s pocket and landed at his feet.

A search of his person revealed a small plastic bag containing heroin. While being processed at the Detention Center, two additional plastic baggies with Heroin (residue), Suboxone and Tramadol pills were found in his underclothing. He was charged with CDS possession of Heroin, Suboxone, Tramadol and Possession of Paraphernalia (baggie).

himself and others in danger, he was placed under arrest and charged with Intoxicated Endanger and Disorderly Conduct.

Reports of a disorderly subject and an assault on Bald Eagle Lane, Lusby, was responded to on Apr. 28 by Deputy a. Ostazeski. Prior to units arriving on the scene, the complainant and victim stated the suspect fled the scene in his vehicle. Deputy R. Evans located the suspect De'Aune Clybourne, 23, of Lexington Park, on Gunsmoke Trail, Lusby. He was found to be driving while impaired. Clybourne was subsequently arrested and charged with three counts of DWI, carrying a Concealed Dangerous Weapon, Disorderly Conduct, Intoxicated Endanger and 2nd Degree Assault.

Burglaries On Apr. 29, Deputy R. Kreps responded to Bristol Dr., Chesapeake Beach, for the report of a burglary. The victim explained that while replacing a door handle, he noticed pry marks on the frame and weather stripping around the On April 23, 2017, at 2:30 p.m., Deputy N. door. The damage to the frame occurred Buckler was able to locate and conduct a traffic within the last two weeks; nothing appears to be stop, at Northbound Rt. 4/Sheckells Rd., missing and entry was not made.

Huntingtown, on a vehicle that was broadcast as being driven all over the road. As he The report of a shed burglary on Broome’s approached the vehicle from the passenger side, Island Rd., Port Republic, was responded to on he observed the passenger side mirror was Apr. 26 by Deputy J. Ward. The victim stated broken. When the driver and sole occupant, sometime after Apr. 15 someone entered his Grace Hammett, 31, of Glen Dale, MD rolled locked shed and stole two Frigidaire window air down the window, he immediately detected the conditioners. One unit has 5,000 BTU’s and odor of raw marijuana and alcohol emitting the other 8,000 BTU’s. There was no damage from the vehicle. Hammett spoke with slurred or forced entry marks on the shed. speech and had red glassy eyes. A search yielded an orange pill bottle with marijuana, a clear For the report of a home burglar Deputy B. plastic bag with marijuana on the driver’s side Sampson was dispatched to Joy Rd., Lusby, on floorboard, a cut plastic straw with residue, a Apr. 24. Upon arrival he made contact with a pill bottle with no label, containing multiple witness who stated while he was cutting grass, CDS pills and an opened bottle of vodka. She he observed the rear basement door had been was charged with DUI, DWI, Possession of forced open. The damage took place sometime Controlled Dangerous Substance-Not between the middle of Feb. and Apr. 24.

Marijuana, Possession of Paraphernalia and Nothing appears to be stolen from the house. multiple traffic offenses.

On Apr. 24 Deputy V. O’Donnell was dispatched to HG Trueman Rd., Lusby, for the Disorderly Conduct Deputy R. Wilson was dispatched to the report of a burglary. He made contact with the Solomon’s Island Taco Bell parking lot on Apr. victim who stated someone had entered his 29 to assist Deputy D. Naughton with a vehicle locked garage, vandalized his 1990 Chevrolet chase that ended in the Taco Bell parking lot. Corvette and stole the radio. The last time the While conducting their investigation, another victim was in the garage and saw the Corvette male arrived on the scene who claimed to be undamaged was on Apr. 21. The door leading friends of the driver of the fleeing motorcycle. to the garage showed no signs of a forced entry.

The male later identified as Brandon Currie, All body panels had large scratch marks, the 22, of Leonardtown, was told to leave the interior of the Corvette had been ransacked and immediate area so Officers could safely conduct the radio’s wires had been cut in order to their investigation. When Currie refused to remove the radio. leave the area, he was informed he would be placed under arrest for hindering an Deputy A. Ostazeski responded Cowpoke investigation. Currie continued to prevent Circle, Lusby, on Apr. 22 for a report of a Deputy Wilson from assisting the other burglary. The complainant explained that after Officers by interfering and not following hearing a loud noise outside their home around orders. He was placed under arrest for 1:30 a.m., they looked around outside and found the lock on their shed broken and the Obstructing and Hindering. door left wide open. Items stolen from the For several complaints of an intoxicated white shed: a red and white Honda 70 dirt bike and male attempting to cross the road, Deputy B. two five-gallon cans of kerosene.

Boerum was dispatched on Apr. 29 to Solomon’s Island Rd./West Dares Beach Rd., On Apr. 19, at 11:00 a.m., Deputy C. Johnson Prince Frederick. Upon arrival to the area, he was dispatched to Southern Maryland Blvd., witnessed a white male, later identified as James Dunkirk, for the report of a burglary. He made Johnson II, 66, of Morganza, MD, staggering contact with the property manager who stated and having a difficult time keeping his balance. someone broke into a vacant office space. The While speaking with Johnson, he detected a property was last inspected on Apr. 17, when strong odor of alcoholic beverage emitting from the front door to the business was locked. his breath and he was not able to sit without Today he discovered the front door unlocked falling down. Due to the fact he was placing and entry was made by an unknown object(s).

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Deputy A. Ostazeski spoke with a complainant at the Sheriff’s Office on Apr. 17 who reported a burglary that occurred on Decatur St., St. Leonard. Around 9:00 p.m. on the evening of Apr. 15, the victim had inadvertently left a pair of 14K gold diamond stud earrings in the console of one of their vehicles. The vehicle was parked in the garage but it was left unlocked.

Sometime during the night, an unknown person entered the garage and rummaged through their vehicle, stealing the earrings.

Nothing else appears to be missing from the vehicle or garage.

Destruction of Property On Apr. 30, at 11:30 a.m., Deputy R. Kreps was dispatched to Old Town Rd., Huntingtown, for the report of damaged property. He made contact with the victim who advised he found the rear entry door window broken, the kitchen French door was damaged and eight windows were broken. He last checked on his property Apr. 23, around 11:30 a.m., and there was no damage at that time.

pen. When the movers left she checked on the puppies and one was gone.

For a theft from a vehicle in progress on Apr. 27 Deputy N. Buckler was dispatched to Adelina Rd., Prince Frederick, at 3:30 a.m. The victim stated because they heard their unlocked car door open, they turned on the outside lights and observed a white male inside their car. The Control Center was able to put out a broadcast describing the suspect and the direction he took off running. Deputy E. Basham assisted with the search and advised he observed a white male subject walking on Adelina Rd., in the area of Sixes Rd., matching the description of the suspect. He was able to confirm Christopher Freeman, 34, of Prince Frederick, was the subject seen in the victim’s vehicle. Freeman was transported to the Detention Center and charged with Theft less than $1000.

The report of a stolen iPhone 5s at Patuxent High School was responded to on Apr. 21 by Ostazeski. The complainant explained that around 3:00pm they had placed their phone on a table in the Theater Department; when Deputy N. Buckler was dispatched on Apr. 26 returning to retrieve it, discovered the phone to Central Square Dr., Prince Frederick, for the missing. This case is suspended at this time. report of damaged property. He spoke with the complainant who stated he had gone into the Deputy J. Ward spoke with a complainant at Outback restaurant at approximately 8:30 the Sheriff’s Office on Apr. 21 who wanted to p.m., and returned to his vehicle about 10:00 report a theft. The victim explained that back p.m. to find his driver's side mirror had been in Jan. he had parked his truck and trailer on Holiday Dr., Solomons, and then discovered bent and the bracket was broken. the tag on the trailer was missing. Due to the length of time, it is unclear when the theft Damaged Property The report of damaged property in the area of actually took place.

Windcliff Rd. and Goldstein Rd., Prince Fredrick was responded to on Apr. 23 at 2:00 Deputy A. Ostazeski was dispatched to Sedalia p.m. by Deputy J. Ward. He spoke with one of Trail, Lusby, on Apr. 17 for the report of a the victims whose neighbor notified him that theft. The victim explained his Jon Boat that he his mailbox was one of two that were damaged. stores along the edge of Lake Lariat had been The damage occurred sometime between 8:00 stolen. He last saw it around 11:00 p.m. on Apr. 15 and noticed it missing, today, around p.m., Apr. 22 and 7:00 a.m., Apr. 23.

5:30 p.m. The boat is silver/gray aluminum, On Apr. 21, at 11:00am, Deputy R. Shrawder twelve feet long and has a dent in the bow responded to HG Trueman Rd., Lusby, for the (front). report of damaged property. He spoke with the victim who stated that they noticed two holes in Deputy A. Locke was called to Christiana the siding of their house. The home sits along Parran Rd., Chesapeake Beach, on Apr. 17 for the edge of the golf course and the holes appear the report of a theft. Upon arrival he made to be the size of a golf ball. Although it does not contact with the victim who stated someone appear there was any intent behind the damage, stole a rear registration plate off of his there was no golf balls recovered from the area. motorcycle. The bike was parked on their back deck and was covered with a tarp on Jan. 7. On Apr. 14 he uncovered the motorcycle and Thefts The report of a theft at the Prince Frederick discovered the tag missing. indoor pool, located at Auto Dr., was responded to on Apr. 29 by Deputy C. On Apr. 17 Deputy P. Wood responded to Callison. Upon arrival he spoke with the Daybreak Dr., Prince Frederick, for the report victims who explained they arrived at the pool of a theft. He met with the victim who stated around 5:00 p.m. and placed their personal that an unknown suspect(s) had stolen the left belongings into two lockers in the female locker front headlight and assembly out of their room. Upon returning to the lockers around vehicle. The vehicle was last seen with the 7:00 p.m., they discovered both lockers had headlight on Apr. 16, at approximately 2:30 been rifled through and the following items p.m.. It was parked in front of the house and were stolen: tan tote bag (with logo “BFF”), was unlocked. Nothing in the vehicle other diaper bag, three hair brushes, bath products than the headlight was tampered with. (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, medicated soap), two girls dresses (one red; one Maryland State Police Reports black/white spotted), two pair of girls underclothing, two size large women’s shirts CDS Violations (one olive green; one tan/gold stripes), a black On Apr. 26 at 4:04 p.m., Trooper First Class Victoria Secret’s bra and a white Nike baseball Barlow stopped a vehicle on Armory Rd. near Main St., Prince Frederick for traffic violations. hat.

Shelley R. Bailey, 35, of Prince Frederick gave On Apr. 27 Deputy R. Shrawder was several criminal indicators and a K-9 scan was dispatched to Shannon Way, Port Republic, for requested. The K-9 scan revealed a positive the report of a theft. Upon arrival the victim alert. Diazepam pills were located for which explained she had furniture delivered around Bailey did not have a prescription. She was 12:30 that day by the same two movers that arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County were previously at their home the week before. Detention Center.

At that time the movers had shown interest in the mixed Bernese Mastiff puppies they were Trooper First Class Costello stopped a vehicle selling. The movers parked their delivery truck for traffic violations on H. G. Trueman Rd., near the six puppies they kept in a secured play Lusby at 3:55 p.m. on Apr. 21. Paul A.

transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital by ground transport with non-life threatening injuries.

The 10-year-old female juvenile and the two-month-old infant female were transported by MSP Aviation Medivac Trooper 2 to Children’s McGinty was operating the vehicle on a south, then turning north and then returning National Medical Center, where they are suspended license. The Standardized Field south again. Perez was stopped just north of both listed as stable and being treated for

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Sobriety Tests were given and McGinty was unable to complete them successfully. He was arrested for Driving Under the Influence. A K-9 scan of the vehicle was requested and a bag containing heroin powder was located.

A vehicle in the 900 block of Costley Way, Prince Frederick was stopped for traffic violations on Apr. 20 at 11:34 a.m. by Corporal Esnes. A strong odor of burnt marijuana was emitting from within the interior of the vehicle.

A search revealed a large amount of marijuana and drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle.

Amanda R. Rush, 20 of Stafford, Va., was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Possession with Intent to Distribute Trooper First Class Barlow and Trooper First Class Lewis responded at 9:20 p.m. on Apr. 26 to a broadcast in an attempt to locate Anthony A. Perez, 23 of St. Leonard who reportedly was driving under the influence of Xanax. The vehicle was located in the parking area of Walmart in Prince Frederick. Once Perez returned to the vehicle, several people were observed entering and exiting the vehicle. Perez then left the parking lot and began heading

Walmart. A K-9 scan was conducted and the positive alert was noted. A search revealed numerous packets of drugs. Perez was arrested for Possession with Intent to Distribute and was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Theft A theft complaint in the 4900 block of St.Leonard Rd., St. Leonard was responded to on Apr. 26 by Trooper Jones at 10:38 a.m. The victim reported receiving notification of a package for him had been dropped off at a nearby business. The victim responded to the business and it was unable to be located.

Surveillance footage is pending.

non-life threatening injuries.

This investigation is ongoing. If anyone has information regarding the truck/trailer combination transporting the playground equipment, please contact DFC. Hardesty or Cpl. Moschetto of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Crash Reconstruction Team (410) 535-2800.

Gas Station Robbers Sought On Apr. 25 at 10:32 p.m. Calvert County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the BP gas station at 2975 West Chesapeake Beach Road, Dunkirk, for a report of a robbery in progress. When deputies arrived the suspects were already gone.

The investigation revealed a total of four suspects, one of which displayed a

handgun, robbed the clerk of money and merchandise.

The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating this case, and is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying these individuals. Anyone with any information is urged to contact Detective Quinn at (410) 535-1600 ext 2596 or quinnmj@co.cal.md.us.

Theft and Destruction of Property On Apr. 20 at 11:32 p.m., Trooper First Class Costello responded to the 1400 block of Woods Rd., St. Leonard for a reported theft.

The victim reported a Go-Kart had been taken from the residence and damage to the rear door had occurred during the theft. Ralph A. Woodward, 27 of St. Leonard was found to be in possession of the Go-Kart and was arrested.

Woodward is incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Woman Dies In Rt. 4 Mishap Calvert County Sheriff’s Deputies are investigating an early-morning crash on MD Rt. 4 that left pone woman dead.

A preliminary investigation revealed that a 2005 Toyota Highlander, being operated by Tania Hernandez of Baltimore was traveling north on MD Route 4.

Witnesses stated they observed the vehicle swerving all over the roadway. As the Toyota approached the left turn lane for Lower Marlboro Road it struck the raised concrete divider. The Toyota then rolled into the southbound lanes of Route 4.

A 2002 Volkswagen Passat, being operated by Deon Oliver of Woodbridge, VA was traveling south on MD Route 4.

The Toyota traveled into the path of the Volkswagen, causing it to strike the Toyota on the driver’s side.

Tania Hernandez was pronounced deceased on the scene as a result of injuries she received from the collision. Trooper 2 flew Deon Oliver to Prince Georges Hospital Center with non-life threatening injuries.

At this time fatigue is considered to be a contributing factor in the collision.

Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Team is conducting an investigation into the collision. Sgt. T. Phelps of CRT is assigned this investigation.

Surveillance camera stills of the four robbers.

Serious Accident On Rt. 4

On April 28, 2017 at 6:07 pm the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to the intersection of MD Route 4 and Mt Harmony Road, Owings for a vehicle collision. A preliminary investigation revealed that a 2002 Honda Accord, being operated by a subject from Landover, MD was attempting to make a left turn from southbound Route 4 onto Mt. Harmony Rd. A 2011 Toyota Camry, being operated by a subject from Hyattsville, MD was northbound on Route 4 in the same area. While crossing the row bench seat, unbelted/unsecured/no northbound lanes the Honda was struck child safety seat was ejected from the by the Nissan. After the collision both vehicle. The front right passenger was vehicles traveled off the roadway. identified as Bertha Thompson, 58, of Lusby and was not wearing her seatbelt.

Rudolph Mackall, 62, of Huntingtown was seated in the right seat of the second row bench seat and was not wearing his seatbelt.

Calvert County Sheriff’s deputies A female infant, age two months, was seated in the second row middle seat, in a were dispatched to the intersection of HG carrier, but was not secured. A 10-year-old Trueman Road and Cove Point Road female juvenile, was seated in the third row Lusby for a report of an accident with bench seat, and was also not secured by a injuries on Apr. 26 at approximately 3:02 p.m. An investigation revealed a 2003 seat belt.

Bertina Thompson, sustained serious Mitsubishi, operated by Tobriana Destiny injuries and was flown by MSP Aviation Gantt of Lusby, was traveling north on Medivac Trooper 7 to Washington HG Trueman and attempting to make a Hospital Center ( Medstar), where she is left turn onto Cove Point Road. There listed in serious but stable condition. The were also two male juvenile passengers in 5-year-old, who was ejected, was also the vehicle. At the same time a 2003 Jeep, transported by Trooper 7 to Children’s operated by Taylor Renee Bromwell of National Medical Center (Washington, Prince Frederick, was heading south on DC), where she is listed a critical condition with life threatening injuries. Rudolph Mackall and Bertha Thompson were

Several Hurt In SUV Rollover At 8:06 p.m. on April 23, units from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office and the Maryland State Police responded to the area of northbound Maryland Route 2/4 and White Sands Drive in Lusby in reference to a serious single vehicle crash.

A preliminary investigation revealed an unknown truck towing a trailer with what appeared to be “children’s playground equipment,” dropped a large green plastic pipe (part of a sliding board) in lane #2 on the northbound side of Maryland Route 2/4. A blue 2004 Ford Explorer, operated by Bertina Thompson, 26, of Lusby, was traveling northbound in the lane, and swerved to the right to avoid the debris in the roadway. In an attempt to steer back into lane #2, the Sport Utility Vehicle over corrected and induced a spin in a counter-clockwise direction. Roadway evidence indicated that the front right tire rolled off the rim causing the vehicle to rollover three times in the roadway.

During the rollover, a 5-year-old female child, who was seated in the third

The Nissan struck a utility pole, rolled over and the engine compartment burst into flames. U.S. Park Medevac flew the driver of the Honda and a passenger from the Nissan to Med Star.

Trooper 2 flew the driver of the Nissan to Baltimore Shock Trauma. All are listed in serious condition.

The preliminary investigation shows failure to yield the right of way by the driver of the Honda and speed by the driver of the Nissan to be factors in the collision. Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Team is conducting an investigation into the collision. Sgt. T. Phelps of CRT is assigned this investigation.

Lusby Crash Under Investigation HG Trueman at Cove Point Road.

Witnesses on the scene stated the light turned yellow as the Jeep entered the intersection. The Mitsubishi had a circular green light, but did not yield the right of way and struck the Jeep head-on. Both of the drivers were transported via ambulance to Calvert Memorial Hospital for non-life threatening injuries. One of the juveniles in the Mitsubishi, a 4-year-old male, was flown to Children’s Hospital. His injuries also appear to be non-life threatening. Charges are pending in this case.

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Volunteers, age 18 and up, are needed to form groups and go into mapped parts of Anne Arundel County to place Secure the Call phone collection barrels in any place they may be allowed. For more info call (301) 891-2900 or E-mail info@securethecall.org. See the web site for more information at: www.securethecall.org.

TREE-MENDOUS Maryland: Individual and group volunteers can help plant and care for trees in their community. Help to restore and protect the natural environment where you live, work, and play. Volunteer tree projects are fun and rewarding! The few hours spent improving your community forests can make your neighborhoods better places to live for generations to come. Your neighborhood, school, business or corporation, club or organization, can plant native trees on public land in your community. For more info, contact Anne Gilbert at (410) 260-8510 or anne.gilbert@maryland.gov.

Man Hurt in South County Accident A 77-year-old driver was seriously injured when his vehicle went off the road near Shady Side on Sunday, April 30. The one-vehicle accident was reported just after 9:00 a.m. in the 1600 block of Cedar Lane, say Anne Arundel County officials. The vehicle, which left the roadway and traveled 100 feet into the woods, trapped the driver inside for a short time before he was

extricated by firefighters.

The driver was flown via Maryland State Police medevac helicopter, which landed at Shady Side Elementary School, to the Trauma Center at Washington Hospital Center. Officials said he suffered serious injuries but they are not considered life-threatening. The man’s identity and the cause of the accident have not been released.

Deputy’s Car Rear-Ended On April 18 at approximately 4:45 p.m. Deputy First Class Timothy Mohler was on the shoulder of the road on the northbound side of MD Route 4, south of Old Field Lane in Prince Frederick. He was seated in the driver’s seat of a marked Calvert County Sheriff’s Office vehicle. Dfc. Mohler was completing paperwork from a previous traffic stop when his vehicle was struck from the rear by a van, operated by Robert Miller, a 74-year-old male from Huntingtown.

As a result of the accident Dfc. Mohler was flown to Baltimore Shock Trauma. Sheriff Mike Evans relayed, “Dfc. Mohler was released from Baltimore Shock Trauma and is resting at home. We all wish Tim a speedy recovery.”

Mr. Miller was transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital with minor injuries.

This investigation is ongoing, and charges are pending. However, alcohol is not believed to be a factor in the crash.

Winners Drawn in Tiki Bar Contests Calvert County Sheriff Mike Evans on Mon., Apr. 24 drew six winning entries from 127 participants in the Calvert County Designated Driver (DD) Rewards Program at the Solomon’s Island Tiki Bar opening, April 21st – April 23rd. This DD program sponsored by the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police, Chesapeake Region Safety Council, Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse and Bob Hall, LLC ensured that 507 revelers received a safe ride home.

Angel Owens of Callaway, MD, won the first grand prize package of a one- night stay at the Holiday Inn Solomon’s, $200 cash, $50 Tiki Bar gift certificate and a $25 Pier Restaurant gift certificate.

Kelly Nahaj of Great Mills, MD, won the second grand prize of a $100 Solomon’s

Victorian Inn gift certificate, $200 cash, $50 Tiki Bar gift certificate and a $25 Stoney’s Kingfisher gift certificate.

Whitney Lynch of Solomons won the third grand prize of a $50 Back Creek Inn gift certificate, $50 Tiki Bar gift certificate, $200 cash, $25 Stoney’s Kingfisher gift certificate and a $25 Lotus Café gift certificate.

Megan Parlett of Lusby won the fourth grand prize of four Baltimore Orioles Baseball tickets, plus a parking pass.

Thomas Conrow of Port Republic won the fifth grand prize of two Baltimore Orioles Baseball tickets and a $50 Visa gift card from the CAASA Designated Driver Award Program.

Breenna Smith of Washington, DC, won the sixth grand prize of two Baltimore Orioles Baseball tickets.

Pictured from left to right: Calvert County Sheriff Mike Evans; Anna D’Agostino; Richard Hall of Bob Hall, LLC and LT. Shane Bolger, Maryland State Police.

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Students Shine as Future Leaders

Pride & Joy Calvert Earns Green Schools Status Calvert County Public Schools says two schools earned the status of Maryland Sustainable Green School by the Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education (MAEOE). In addition, six schools have been recertified as Maryland Green Schools.

After previously earning the status of Green School, Calvert Elementary School and Calvert Middle School were approved to be Maryland Sustainable Green Schools, having demonstrated and documented a continuous effort to integrate environmental management practices, environmental education curriculum, professional development opportunities, and community engagement into their daily operations for the past fourteen years.

Earning their second Green School recertification are Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus, Huntingtown High

School, Patuxent High School, St. Leonard Elementary School, Sunderland Elementary School, and Windy Hill Elementary School. In four years, these schools will have the opportunity to apply to become Sustainable Schools.

The Maryland Green School Program fosters an approach that incorporates environmental issue investigation with environmental best management practices, while promoting community awareness and involvement. Through this program, each school is able to cultivate environmental stewardship that extends outside of the school into the community.

Schools must report and document their efforts every four years to remain certified.

Today there are 582 active Maryland Green Schools, which account for over 25% of all Maryland schools. For a complete listing of Green Schools and Green Centers, visit maeoe.org.

Students from Huntingtown and Northern High Schools earned spots in the national Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) competition to be held in Anaheim, CA after impressive performances at the state competition.

In addition to individual winners, both Huntingtown High and Northern High were recognized as Gold Seal Chapters.

Huntingtown High was named the Maryland Outstanding Chapter of the Year, and Northern High was named Region IV Conference Champion.

Tiffany Jackson, a junior at Northern High, was elected as the 2017-2018 Maryland FBLA State President. Northern High sophomore Sarah Donaldson was elected as the 2017-2018 Region IV Vice President.

Theresa Jackson, one of the sponsors of the Northern High School chapter, was recognized as the Maryland FBLA Sponsor of the Year.

Dr. Daniel D. Curry, Superintendent, said, “The FBLA program in Calvert County is well respected for developing some of the finest student leaders in Maryland.”

Students who will advance to the national competition are: Huntingtown High Amanda Strahl - Accounting II NeCyia Ray - Future Business Leader Yavor Gray - Intro to Business Communication Michael Dunphy - Mobile Application Grace Awalt - Sales Presentation Kenadi Wilkerson - Spreadsheet Application

Northern High Aidan Glowacki - Accounting II Saylor Mealing, Alissa Lambert, Casey Myer - American Enterprise Project Mitchell Potter - Client Service Justen Serrao - Computer Problem Solving Sarah Donaldson, Dominic Brady, Christian Kincaid - Community Service Project Rachel Niswander - Digital Video Production Skylar Simpson - FBLA Principles & Procedures Christian Kincaid - Future Business Leader Jacob Spruill - Impromptu Speaking Saylor Mealing - Impromptu Speaking Brett Hartman - Intro to Business Procedures Alissa Lambert - Job Interview Kelli Kaiser - Journalism Samirah Brown, Clark Outridge - Local Chapter Annual Business Report Shayla Cook, Eric Leclercq - Partnership with Business Project Taylor Jackson - Personal Finance Diamond Lewis - Public Speaking I Tiffany Jackson - Public Speaking II Taylor Rossi - Public Speaking II Caitriona Knowles - Social Media Campaign Kyle Kingsbury, Kyle Maslanik, Keaton Dick - Sports & Entertainment Management Samirah Brown, Eric Leclercq - Sports & Entertainment Management Sarah Donaldson, Lindsey Marquardt Website Design

Yearbook Gains National Recognition Huntingtown High School’s yearbook, Category Five, has been recognized for excellence and featured in the 2017 Jostens Look Book, celebrating the best-of-the-best in yearbook design and coverage. The Jostens Look Book is a collection of spreads and photos from outstanding yearbooks and their creative themes, cool covers, dazzling designs, relevant coverage, storytelling copy and action-packed photography. Along with design excellence, the annually published Look Book honors the important role well-crafted yearbooks play in helping schools chronicle the experiences, stories and achievements most relevant to students and that academic year.

Category Five was created by Editors in Chief Miranda Clark and Kristina McKeaver, and staff members Aliza Brown, Anya Cramer, Marlie Gagliardo, Robin Freeland, Caitlyn Conner, Aaron Fowler, Kassandra Hanks, Maria Still, Madelyn Aiken, Hannah Kennerly, and Jacqueline

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Teachout, under the direction of Amy Trainer, Huntintown High School’s yearbook adviser.

Senior editor in chief, Kristina McKeaver says, “The yearbook staff and I are ecstatic about our spread being featured in the Jostens Look Book! We are dedicated to expand our school’s yearbook program and to produce great content. Being selected to showcase our 2016 book ‘reflects’ just that.”

The Huntingtown High Schools’ Category Five was one of only 418 yearbooks selected from approximately 3,000. The 2017 panel of judges, comprised of nationally recognized scholastic journalism professionals and award-winning yearbook advisers, selected the best examples of yearbook spreads and covers to make up the 296-page 2017 Look Book.

Amy Trainer and her yearbook staff received a copy of the 2017 Jostens Look Book and certificate from Jostens to recognize their outstanding achievement.

Dunkle, Entzian Among Top Women Calvert County resident Margaret Dunkle has been selected as one of Maryland’s 100 Top Women for 2017.

She was honored at an April 24 gala in the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Baltimore.

As Suzanne Fischer-Huettner, publisher of “The Daily Record,” which sponsors this award, stated: “To be honored as a Top 100 Woman requires more than just career success. She must be an exemplary citizen, committed to her community, creating change and growing the next generation of leaders through active mentoring.” A record number of 435 women were nominated this year for this statewide honor.

Other 2017 Top Maryland Women include Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation President and local businesswoman Lynette Maria Entzian.

Dunkle was recognized her work to honor Calvert teacher Harriet Elizabeth Brown.

Margaret Dunkle chairs the Harriet Elizabeth Brown Commemoration Task Force. Her mission is to tell you about Harriet Elizabeth Brown, a trailblazing civil rights advocate who, in 1937, with representation from NAACP attorney Thurgood Marshall, successfully challenged unequal pay for African-American Teachers.

It was Dunkle’s own pioneering efforts as Chair of the Calvert County Commission for Women that led to the Task Force recognizing Brown’s impact

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on history.

In 2012 Dunkle was inducted into the Maryland Women’s Hall of Fame for her work toward stronger Title IX regulations in college athletics.

The unveiling of the Harriet Elizabeth Brown portrait will mark completion of third and final recommendation of the Harriet Elizabeth Brown Commemoration Task Force. The public is invited to this event, which will be at the Calvert County Court House on Tues., May 23 at 1:30 p.m. The first two Task Force recommendations, already implemented, were naming the new community center in Prince Frederick the Harriet Elizabeth Brown Community Center and dedicating a portion of Maryland Route 2 as the Harriet Elizabeth Brown Memorial Parkway.

CMM Hires Deputy Director The Calvert Marine Museum has announced the appointment of Jeffrey Murray as the new Deputy Director.

He brings a wealth of experience encompassing staff supervision, budgeting, strategic planning, interpretation, collections management, event coordination, and grant writing. Throughout his career, he has been involved in developing and implementing educational programs in both formal and informal settings.

Jeff Murray was born in Germany into a military family, but grew up and spent most of his time in the Midwest. Murray earned a Bachelor’s degree in History and German from Ball State University, and a Master’s degree in History & Historical Administration from Eastern Illinois. His wife, Laura is a University Academic Dean and she, along with their two year old daughter, is looking forward to moving East and exploring Southern Maryland and the surrounding areas.

Murray served as the Administrator for the Lakewood Heritage Center in Lakewood, Colorado, where he oversaw all day-to-day operations of a multi-faceted regional museum. The center has both permanent and changing exhibits, a museum gift shop, a 15-building campus, and a festival event area. Previously, he worked at the Wade House Historic Site in Greenbush, Wisconsin, for 17 years, two years as a Program Assistant before being

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promoted to the Curator of Interpretation and Collections. These years in Wisconsin made him a Green Bay Packers fan!

An avid history and lighthouse enthusiast, Jeff also enjoys playing soccer, basketball, swimming, biking and looks forward to getting out on the Chesapeake.

“I am beyond thrilled to be joining such a diverse group of highly skilled professionals, who, with the support of the Society and the museum's highly talented corps of volunteers, are providing visitors with a multitude of opportunities to explore the history and biology of the Chesapeake Bay region in very unique and engaging ways, ” said Murray.

Please welcome Jeffrey Murray to the Calvert Marine Museum family. He can be reached at murrayjt@co.cal.md.us or by calling 410-326-2042, ext. 7162.

Local Teachers Honored Calvert County Public Schools (CCPS) has announced the district’s finalists for the Washington Post Teacher of the Year and Principal of the Year Awards. Devin Page of Northern Middle is the CCPS finalist for Teacher of the Year, and Zachary Seawell of Calvert Middle is the finalist for Principal of the Year.

The Washington Post Teacher of the Year Award recognizes teachers who exemplify excellence in their profession.

The Washington Post Principal of the Year Award seeks to recognize those principals who go beyond the day-to-day demands of their position to create an exceptional educational environment.

School systems in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia selected nominees in the two categories.

Each winner receives a trophy and $7,500.

The winner of the 2017 Teacher of the Year award is Sean Pang, an English teacher at Rockville High School in Montgomery County, and the Principal of the Year is Nathaniel Provencio,

principal of Minnieville Elementary School in Prince William County.

According to Supervisor of Social Studies Cecelia Lewis, Mr. Page has “an immeasurable passion for overall student success and an endless drive to help all students meet very high expectations.”

After teaching for two years in Baltimore County Public Schools, he came to Calvert County Public Schools as a social studies teacher at Northern Middle School, where he is the school’s History Fair coordinator, sponsors the National Junior Honor Society, and has served on the School Improvement Team and Instructional Leadership Team.

Mr. Seawell grew up in an Air Force family and attended schools in Germany and England before moving to Calvert County when he was in the eighth grade.

He graduated from Calvert High, taught science at Southern Middle, and currently lives in the area served by Calvert Middle. His commitment to the community is evident in the relationships he builds with families to support student success.

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New Waterfront Park, Regional HQ Slated for Calvert

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he Board of Public Works on April 26 unanimously approved a Maryland Department of Natural Resources acquisition of 1.83 acres in Calvert County that will consolidate department properties along the Patuxent River for the development of a new waterfront park and regional headquarters.

The Program Open Space purchase of the Wildman property rounds out recent department acquisitions around Hallowing Point, where a mobile home park used to be located. The Board of Public Works previously approved two adjacent purchases in 2015. “This acquisition completes the trifecta; it connects all three of our recent purchases with our existing holdings to create one single property,�

Natural Resources Assistant Secretary for Land Resources Daryl Anthony said. “The combined property will provide for exceptional and extraordinary recreational opportunities for Southern Maryland residents, and an expanded department presence.�

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The location is intended to be the future home of the Southern Regional Licensing and Registration Service Center.

The Maryland Natural Resources Police and Maryland Park Service will also have an expanded presence.

The Maryland Park Service is pursuing a cooperative agreement with Calvert County to manage the new waterfront park, which will include a public beach, boat ramps and access to the Patuxent River.

Calvert County has been and remains supportive of the department’s acquisitions around Hallowing Point as part of its efforts to expand public access and recreational opportunities.

Following settlement of the Wild- Maryland DNR plans to locate a new waterfront park on the Patuxent River here. man property, the department will begin the conceptual planning process, where it will outline goals, features and potential management agreements. It will then move to the design and construction phases before it opens to On April 28 at approximately the general public around 2022.

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Dominion Gives to Environmental Programs The following is from Dominion Power: Whether it’s forging new nature trails, restoring waterways or inviting youth to learn about nature in the great outdoors, this year’s Dominion environmental stewardship grants will support a variety of initiatives benefitting schools, organizations and communities across 10 states.

Dominion Resources will award $1.2 million in grants through its philanthropic arm, the Dominion Foundation, to 107 organizations working to improve natural spaces or encourage environmental stewardship. Since 2003, Dominion has donated nearly $30 million to a wide variety of environmental projects across its footprint. The company also is making great strides to reduce its emissions and invest in cleaner fuels, with solar investments approaching $1 billion in Virginia.

“This year’s grants will support more than 100 organizations dedicated to improving the world we live in,” said Hunter A. Applewhite, president of the Dominion Foundation. “It’s very fulfilling to support such a wide range of environmental efforts that encourage people in our communities to improve, treasure and protect natural resources.”

The competitive grants support environmental education and stewardship projects that preserve, enhance or make nature more accessible. Maryland grant recipients: - Calvert County Public Schools, $2,500 for its Biodiversity in our Schoolyards program.

- Hollywood Elementary School, $2,500 for its Hydroponic Gardening

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- College of Southern Maryland, $10,000 for its Leonardtown Nature Trail Restoration.

- Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, Annapolis, $20,000, for its Project Clean Stream program.

Morgan State University Foundation, Baltimore, $50,000 for its Blue Crab Survey and Watermen’s Research program.

- National Audubon Society, Baltimore, $12,500 for its Plants for Birds: Creating Bird-Friendly Communities program.

Dominion is one of the nation’s largest producers and transporters of energy. The Dominion Foundation is dedicated to improving the physical, social and economic well-being of the communities served by Dominion companies. The Foundation supports nonprofit causes that meet basic human needs, protect the environment, support education and promote community vitality. For more information about Dominion, visit dom.com.

The following is from Calvert Hospice: Calvert Hospice and the Shoppe for Hospice are pleased to announce our One-Year Anniversary Celebration at the Shoppe for Hospice, located at 92 Central Square Drive behind Outback Steakhouse.

The celebration will be held Tues., May 9 at 3:00 p.m. Refreshments will be donated by Dream Weaver Events & Catering.

The public is welcome to attend and shop! As a special thank you to its customers, the Shoppe for Hospice is offering 10% off purchases for the entire week of May 8-12.

New CEO Named for Chamber

The following is from the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce: The Calvert County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Robert "Bob" Carpenter will join the Chamber as President and CEO. In this role, Bob will be responsible for Karl R. Neddenien Maryland Media/Community Relations executive leadership of the Chamber as well as execution of strategic initiatives Manager Dominion Cove Point LNG in support of the Chamber's mission to 2100 Cove Point Road be the influential voice of business by Lusby promoting the business community and its members.

"Bob is a well-respected member of our community, and we're confident P.O. Box 295 he'll be a great asset to the Calvert North Beach, MD 20714 County Chamber and its members," said Frank Smith, board chair. "I am positive he is the right person for the All contacts, please email: ChesapeakeCurrent@gmail.com job and will continue the Chamber's “Like” the Chesapeake Current on Facebook and visit our breaking news site, positive momentum to promote ChesapeakeCurrent.com.

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The Shoppe for Hospice is a high-quality recycled boutique that features new and gently used brand-name women’s and men’s clothing and accessories. Reasonably priced new designer clothing is featured in the Boutique section. All proceeds from the Shoppe benefit Calvert Hospice and the Burnett Calvert Hospice House.

We are currently looking for interested volunteers to staff the Shoppe. If you are interested in volunteering at the Shoppe, please contact Amanda Peterson, Volunteer Coordinator, at (410) 535-0892 or apeterson@calverthospice.org.

economic vitality and improvement in the business climate in our County.

We are very excited to have Bob with us."

Bob joins the Chamber with many years of leadership experience working with small and large associations, corporations and governmental bodies.

Bob has served the community as a member of the Chesapeake Beach Town Council and serves on boards of various community organizations. He is a business owner and most recently worked as Executive Director for the Arts Council of Calvert County. Bob received a master of public administration from the University of California and an undergraduate degree in political science from California Polytechnic State University.

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Get Ready for Stand Up Paddle Boarding Hello May! It is time to get ready for warmer weather and that means getting in the water and having some fun.

At my fitness training center, we absolutely love challenging our clients with workouts that not only help them increase balance and flexibility, but also to become stronger and better prepared to accomplish the goals that they have set for themselves in their fitness journey. At Poston’s Fitness for Life, we truly partner with our clients on their journey for better health and fitness. One such partnership this winter and spring was helping several clients that had a strong interest in learning to do Stand-Up Paddle Boarding (SUP).

This was something we were happy to help with as we have the owner of Chesapeake Paddle Sports in Deale, Andrea Melbourne, working with clients at our center. Andrea introduced clients to SUP by bringing in paddleboards and setting them up in in our center to simulate being on the water. So, to let you know more about SUP, I will let Andrea take it from here.

Bob: Hi Andrea, how about letting our readers know a little bit about you and Chesapeake Paddle Sports?

Andrea: My life-long fitness career began in 1983 when I took my first Aerobics class with a

friend. I went on to become a Certified Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer and have evolved with the fitness industry for over 35 years. My certifications and experience include ALL modalities of group fitness. I currently teach and/or have taught Boot Camps, Step, Indoor Cycling, Pilates, Yoga Aqua, Seniors, Kids, Core Functional Fitness, Kick Boxing, TRX and Barre. I am a Pro Trainer with FiTour leading future Group Fitness and Personal Trainers on their professional journey. My most recent addition to my repertoire of certifications is SUP Coach, SUP Fitness, and SUP Yoga.

Chesapeake Paddle Sports opened in the summer of 2014.

We are located at Paradise Marina in Deale, MD (next to Skipper’s Pier). We offer SUP & Kayak rentals, Paddling lessons, SUP Fitness/Yoga classes & guided tours (our famous Orange Crush Sunset Tour).

Bob: I peeked in on some of your Indoor SUP classes the past couple of months and everyone looked like they were having a great time. Can you talk more about SUP and your journey to make it part of your personal and professional life?

Andrea: SUP Surf and Turf is a fun and challenging introductory fitness class. I give you a taste of the many benefits of training on the water that include board skill, balance, endurance, strength and focus - all while being indoors.

You will also learn proper paddling fundamentals in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

SUP is like a supersized surfboard, only we are not out looking for and catching big waves

on it. Once you are standing, it is like walking on water versus sitting in a kayak. My love for the outdoors & passion for fitness brought me to SUP Fitness. The first time I stood up on a paddleboard it was like magic.

SUP is a great core workout – then to add fitness and yoga onto an unstable surface, which is the fun and challenging part, just rocked my world! Poston’s Fitness has allowed me to share my love of SUP through this incredible and unique Surf and Turf class I taught over the winter.

Bob: Great information Andrea and thanks so much for taking the time to share about you and your SUP passion. I am looking forward to taking my first SUP tour at your center in Deale this month. From what I hear, it will be a lot of fun and a great experience on the water. I hope that our readers here will look to visit you as well this season.

As always, I wish everyone great health and fitness as your outdoor activities increase with the warmer weather.

Bob About the author: Bob Poston is a certified Fitness Professional and the owner of Poston's Fitness for Life personal training center located in Dunkirk. Bob has over 35+ years of fitness training experience and holds a Master's degree in Exercise Science as well as certifications from the International Sports Science Association and the Titleist Performance Institute.

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 Robert A. “Bob” Allen, age 79, of Owings passed away May 1, 2017 at the Burnett-Calvert Hospice House in Prince Frederick. Bob was born Nov. 18, 1937 in Washington, D.C. He was raised in the District and married Mary Beth Norfolk July 23, 1960.

They lived in Hillcrest Heights, MD until moving to North Beach in 1964, and to Owings in 1973.

Bob was employed as a carpenter with the Carpenter’s Union, and also worked for the P.G. County School Board, retiring in 2000. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, farming, gardening, and raising blackberries.

He is survived by a daughter Elizabeth Marie “Liz” Anderson of Lusby and son Robert E. “Bobby” Allen and his wife Valerie Jean, of Owings. Also surviving are grandchildren Joseph W., Theresa M. and Gregory T. Allen, and great-grandchildren Keith and Antonio Gross, and Riley M. Allen.

Bob was devoted to his family, and was preceded in death by his wife Mary Beth, sisters Dorothy Rice and Betty V. Davis, and brother George E. Allen.

Visitation will be Thurs., May 4 from 2:00 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings MD 20736. His Funeral Service will be Fri., May 5 at 11:00 a.m. at Rausch Funeral Home - Owings.

Memorial contributions may be made to Burnett Calvert Hospice House, P.O. Box 838, Prince Frederick MD 20678 (calverthospice.org) or the Board of Child Care of The U.M.C., Inc. (boardofchildcare.org).

 John Arthur “Jay” Bowen, age 62, of Huntingtown passed away on April 23, 2017 at his home. He was born on Feb. 12, 1955 in Prince Frederick to J. Arthur and Jessie Jo Bowen. He was raised in Huntingtown and attended Calvert County Public Schools.

As a child, he worked alongside his father on

the family farm and later helped him survey. After some college, he began working in the construction field.

Jay married Terry (Meador) Bowen on May 9, 1984 and lived in Prince Frederick until he built their current home on the family farm.

He started his own business, “Jay Bowen Construction,” in 1986 and retired recently due to his illness.

His commitment to hard work could be displayed through his exceptional talent in custom home building and his superb attention to detail.

Jay and Terry were blessed with one daughter, Lauren, who has always been their pride and joy.

He was known for his infectious laugh and for charming a room full of people with his singing. In his leisure, he loved spending time with his family and friends, be it camping, skiing, golfing, travelling, among others. He had a love for cooking, reading, and welcoming a good debate on just about any topic.

Jay is survived by his loving wife Terry, daughter Lauren Bowen Holt and husband Chris; mother Jessie Jo Bowen, sister Bonnie McGuffin and husband Ritchie, nephew John McGuffin and niece Joy McCarthy. He is also survived by numerous brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father J. Arthur Bowen and nephew-in-law Kris McCarthy.

Memorial contributions may be made to: ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk Team Jaybird (support.zerocancer.org/goto/jaybird).

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

 Lynn Irene (Peaire) Brinkley, age 66, of Port Republic, suddenly passed away Mon., Apr. 24, 2017.

She was born Sept.10, 1950 in Washington, DC. She was raised in Hillside, MD and graduated from Central High School in 1968.

In her younger years, Lynn was active in the Hillside Fire Department and Majorettes. She married Thomas E. Brinkley in 1980 and they made their home in Upper Marlboro, where they raised two daughters, Erin and Carrie.

Lynn enjoyed a 30+ year career with PEPCO, where she made many lifelong friends.

She was very proud of her work and accomplishments throughout the years.

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In 2000, they moved to Port Republic in Calvert County, where they had been enjoying retirement for the last several years. The two also enjoy spending quality time at their lake home in Clarksville, VA. Lynn truly lived life through simple pleasures; reading novels, solving crossword puzzles, shopping trips, spending time with friends and family, and spoiling her granddaughter, Avery.

Lynn is survived by her mother Mildred; her husband Thomas; her daughters Erin and Carrie (Matthew); granddaughter Avery; and her sister Barbara A. Crosby and her husband Patrick.

A Memorial Service will be Thurs., May 4 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 105 Vianney Lane, Prince Frederick MD 20678.

Floral expressions are appreciated should friends desire. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen VA 23058 (heart.org).

Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.

 Grace Louise (Boner) Amadeo, of St. Leonard, formerly of College Park, MD, passed away peacefully on Sat., April 15, 2017, at the age of 92.

She was born on Dec. 23, 1924, in Gilberton, PA, to Anna (Irvin) and William Earl Boner.

Grace enjoyed life and all it had to offer. For years she was a volunteer at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in College Park. She enjoyed going to the casino, playing bingo, being on Facebook, listening to her scanner and going out to eat… especially the buffets.

Grace was the beloved wife of the late Arthur J. Amadeo and the loving mother of Barbara “Bonny” A. Keller (Bruce), Donna A. Keller-Theilen (Peter) and the late Linda A. Sauls (Donnie).

She was the devoted grandmother of seven grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and three great great-grandchildren. She was the loving sister of Mary Hull of Egg Harbor Township, NJ and the late Annetta Graham and Anna Hagerty.

Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

 Elizabeth Catherine “Betty” Denisar, age 86, of Lusby, passed away April 25, 2017 at the Burnett Calvert Hospice House. Born July 16, 1930 in Waterbury, CN, she was the daughter of the late Ernest Kaiser and Alice (Cabana) Kaiser.

Betty married Don Edward Denisar on April 24, 1975 in Fairfax, VA. Betty is survived by her children, Theresa Hiben of Lusby, MD, June Ryn (Charles) of Manassas, VA, Raymond Thomas of Lusby, MD and Robert Thomas, Jr. of Panama City, FL; eleven grandchildren; and sixteen great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Don E. Denisar on July 31, 2008; and siblings, Anna Kaiser and Edward Kaiser.

Memorial contributions may be made to Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 225 Alexander Street, Solomons, MD

20688.

Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

 Nicholas “Nick” G. Colevas, age 35, of Owings, died suddenly on April 25, 2017. He was born Sept. 16, 1981 in Washington, D.C., the son of Glenn A. and Linda C. Colevas.

He attended schools in Calvert County Maryland and graduated from Northern High School in 1999. He later attended Towson University as a Communications major.

After college, he worked with his father and brother in his father’s home improvement business and, in 2007, joined the law firm of DeCaro Doran Siciliano Gallagher & DeBlasis. For the past several years, Nick has served as the Business Development and Marketing Coordinator and managed the firm’s facilities and equipment.

Nick was a lover of the cinema, an avid reader, and talented writer who longed to share his gift for story telling as a screenwriter. While he didn’t have time in his short life to attain his dream, he spent many hours entertaining his friends and family with his wit and wisdom. When not writing in his journals and jotting down story lines, he was rooting for his favorite teams – the Washington Capitals and Baltimore Orioles.

He was also committed to his community, donating his time to work with “Safe Nights,” which provides shelter to those less fortunate in Calvert County during the winter months.

Nick touched the lives of many people and will forever be remembered by his family and friends.

He is survived by his parents Glenn and Linda Colevas and brother and best friend, Christopher, of Owings. He also leaves his maternal grandfather, John H. Miller, Jr., of Huntingtown, Maryland, Godson, Eamonn Nagy, closest friends, Jason and Lauren Nagy (children Eamonn and Sloane), uncles John W. Miller, Steuart A. Colevas (Robin), Raymond A. Colevas (Anna), aunts Julie D. Stone (Jim), Carolyn M. Humerick, and Stacie L. Creager, cousins, and a host of friends and co-workers. He was predeceased in death by his maternal grandmother, Betty Jane Miller, and paternal grandparents, Alexander and Zana Colevas.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, diabetes.org, and/or the Safe Nights of Calvert County, P.O. Box 3707, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.

Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

 Lisa Marie Willey Dougherty, age 36, of Lusby passed away at her home on April 17, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Cheverly, MD on June 5, 1980, she is the daughter of Judy A (Hupp) Willey and the late James R Willey Sr. of Bethel, Delaware.

Lisa attended Patuxent High School and worked as a Housekeeper for Molly Maids. Her children were her heart and soul. Lisa was a strong

willed woman with a heart of gold. She lived every day to the fullest for her family. Her smile had a way of lighting up any room she walked into. Many of us heard the words “sorry about your luck” and “whatever”. She had a love for dolphins, wolves, and the ocean. Lisa was taken from us way to soon and life will not be the same.

Lisa is survived by her children, Randy Michael Windsor Jr., Tara Marie Willey, and Kyle Wayne Willey of Lusby; her siblings Larry Woodruff of Norway, ME; Sherri Bussler and her husband William of Bristol, TN, Tabatha Willey of Lusby; Misty Maag of Catonsville, MD; Jamie Willey of Bethel, DE; Michael Hale and wife Candi of IL; and James R Willey Jr of North Beach. She is also survived by her grandmothers, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.

Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

 W i l l i a m Glenwood Foote (aka Pops) was born on Oct. 15, 1927 to the late William Alexander and Annie Bishop Foote. He passed away April 7, 2017 at age 89.

Pops was educated in the public school system of Calvert County and graduated from William Sampson High School in 1945. After graduation, he served in the United States Army for two years (1945-1947).

On March 19, 1976 he was married to Eliza Rebecca Watts. Together they raised their children: Edwin "Rudy", Mable, Gordon Jr, Troy, Yolanda, and LaShanna.

Pops was a hardworking man. He worked in construction for many years as a foreman and project engineer. In his later working years, he was employed by Rapp Construction Company where he was known to take the kids to the job-site and let them drive the heavy equipment. Today several of the young men are heavy equipment operators because of the wisdom he shared with them at an early age.

Pops encouraged the next generation of entrepreneurs and cheered children into their destiny. He understood that when he taught a child a skill, they would also master life's lessons. He built a garage was built to house the Lusby Laser Cheerleading squad. The youth had moved from school to school to have a place to practice when Pops decided he was going to build a place so they didn't have to move around. He wanted the building to be big enough so they could have a full performance floor. This was just what the girls wanted. They would even come in on Saturday mornings and have breakfast with Pops. Just recently at one of his hospital stays, one of the girls recognized him, came to visit him, and was still thanking him for the many breakfasts he had prepared.

Pops had the biggest ears. There wasn't a person that would call and he wouldn't listen.

Pops often spoke with his hands. In nearly every conversation you would see his hands in the air. You couldn't be sure what was being said but you could always count on it being important.

He would often take time out for himself. In his early years, you would find him working on cars or maybe bowling with his league. In his later years, he preferred to play with his tablet, do jigsaw puzzles, and play games of chance.

Pops was the best storyteller. He was known to make a short story long and long story longer.

But you didn't mind hearing him out because there was always laughter at the end. He liked when the kids would come in with a new joke because that gave him one to use later on other people.

Pops was preceded in death by his parents William and Annie Foote; siblings: Florence, William A. Jr., Leonard, Wendell, Cornelia, Verna, Oliver, Archie, Dan, Philip, Edwin; and one grandson, Lionel.

He leaves to cherish fond memories, his wife Eliza; his children: Rudy (Peggy) Foote, Mable Dowell, Gordon Jr. and Troy Taylor, Yolanda (Dominic) Delph, LaShanna (Myron) Young; grandchildren, Philip and Shamika Foote, Sherrise (Jason) DeBaugh, Cherron, Gordon III (Ginger) and Steve Taylor, Taketa Taylor, Louis Jr. and Ciara Long, Emmanuel Jones, Myron II and Myla Young; great grandchildren, Hope Sunshine, Shadawn Chapman, Briana and Malik Taylor and Harmony Long; one sister-in-law, Ruth Foote; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins and friends.

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

 Patricia Ann Gipson, age 47, of Huntingtown, passed away April 28, 2017 at her residence. She was born Jan. 6, 1970 in Providence RI to Virgil Jerry and Bridget Teresa (McGrath) Riggs.

She was preceded in death by her mother.

Surviving are her daughter Mary George Gipson of Huntingtown; father Virgil J. Riggs of Holts Springs, MO; and sisters Teresa Fleming and her husband David of DeFuniak Springs, FL and Mart Bridget Riggs of Milton, FL. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thurs., May 4 at 10:00 a.m. at Jesus the Divine Word Catholic Church, 885 Cox Road, Huntingtown MD 20639.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Arc of Southern Maryland, 355 W. Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick MD 20678 (arcsomd.org).

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

 Sean Clayton Groves, age 23, of Chesapeake Beach, passed away April 26, 2017. He was born May 23, 1993 in Clinton, MD to Vickie L. McCan and Ernest C. Groves.

Sean was raised in Calvert County and graduated from Huntingtown High in 2012. He was employed as a pipefitter with local Union #669.

Sean was a compassionate person who loved everyone and all animals. He was always smiling and would make bad time better for family and friends. He enjoyed playing and watching all sports especially football.

Surviving are his parents Vickie L. McCan of Chesapeake Beach, and Ernest C. Groves of St. Leonard; sister Jacquelene E.A. Groves of Chesapeake Beach; brothers Michael R. McCan and Jerett L. Groves of Chesapeake Beach, and Ernest F. Groves of Friendship; grandparents Dennis and Barbara Scruggs of Sterling, VA; aunt Tanya E. Gott of Lothian; uncles Phillip C.

McCan, Jr. of Chesapeake Beach, and James K. Groves of Stafford, VA as well as other aunts and uncles.

Memorial contributions may be made to Maryland Heroin Awareness Advocates, 6608 Freedom Ave., Sykesville MD 21784, a non-profit organization founded by family members who advocate for prevention, education, and quality treatment for children and adults with heroin and other opiate use disorders or the Humane Society of Calvert County.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

 Bernice Virginia Hicks was born on Feb. 5, 1927 in Calvert County to the late Steve Height and Bessie Johnson.

Bernice departed this life on April 8, 2017 after a lengthy illness at age 90.

Bernice was educated in the Calvert County Public School System.

Bernice, being the single mother of two, met and married Lawrence Hicks Jr. in 1951. From this union nine children were born. She relocated to Baltimore where she continued to raise her family.

Bernice was an avid lover of her family. She was fun, witty, and caring. Bernice, being a lover of nature, loved the sun and being outside. Cooking meals for her family brought her great joy. Selfless in her nature, she would s hare a meal with anyone who needed it. Her door was always open and she made everyone feel welcome.

Some of her favorite hobbies included putting puzzles together, sewing and knitting while sitting by the window reflecting on the great things God had done for her. Bernice returned to Calvert County on Sept. 11, 2015, where she resided with her daughter, Gloria in Prince Frederick until her passing.

She was a very strong, independent, caring woman whom held her faith dear despite her illness.

She will be sorely missed.

She leaves to mourn, her children, Earl Gray, Mary Mackall, Rose Clowney (Sonny), Gloria Hicks, Lawrence Hicks , Marie Smith, Jerry Hicks (Kim), Stephanie Hicks , James Hicks (Jacqueline), and Denise Mackall; her sisters Lucille Wallace, Gertrude Glynn and Della Johnson and her brother Benjamin Height; 32 grandchildren, 76 great grandchildren, and nine great-great grandchildren.

In addition, she leaves to cherish host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Bernice was preceded in death by two sons Charles and Eric Hicks, three brothers, Floyd Height, Monzel White, and Joe Lee Nelson and one sister, Ruby Murray.

The family wishes to especially acknowledge Rose Clowney and Gloria Hicks for the great love and care that they provided to her when she needed it the most.

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

 Shirley Griffin Hill, age 90, of Owings, passed away in Owings on April 20, 2017. Shirley was born in Baltimore on Feb. 10, 1927 to the late Francis Griffin and Beatrice Oden.

She graduated from the Shrine of the Sacred Heart Catholic High School.

Shirley married Robert Lee Hill, Jr. and the couple moved to their home in Owings, where Shirley had lived since 1976.

Shirley had been employed as a hairstylist, but, when her children started arriving, she became a homemaker. She enjoyed arts and crafts, crocheting and watching daytime television shows.

She was a member of Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Owings.

Shirley is survived by her son, Robert Hill, III and his wife, Lisa, of Owings; daughters, Pamela Hill Smith and her husband, Ralph, of Owings and Leslie Hill and her partner, Isobel Montgomery of Magnolia, DE; five grandchildren, Ashley Hill, Sarah Carbonneau and her husband, Brandon, Robert Hill, IV and his wife, Katera, Ralph Smith, Jr. and his wife, Corey and Gerald Smith and his wife, Jennifer and four great-grandchildren, Brian Smith, Connor Smith, Jayden Hill and Rylen Smith.

Shirley’s husband, Robert Lee Hill, Jr., passed away in July of 2013.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX 75231 (heart.org) or to Calvert Hospice, PO Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 (calverthospice.org).

Raymond-Wood Funeral Home in Dunkirk handled arrangements.

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 G e r t r u d e Elizabeth Holland, daughter of the late Daniel Linwood Johnson, Sr. and Inez Goff Johnson, was born March 24, 1941 in Lusby, one of 14 children. She passed away April 5, 2017.

Her education was completed at W. Sampson Brooks High School in Prince Frederick.

In June 1963, Gertrude was united in Holy matrimony to John Calvert Holland.

During their 50-year marriage they welcomed five children, and six grandchildren.

Gertrude had a heart that reflected God’s amazing love. She loved her family unconditionally, giving her children wings to fly and love to soar.

Prior to her husband’s death, Gertrude enjoyed taking spur-of-the-moment road trips with John; visiting family and friends; and trying new restaurants, but always going back to their old favorites. She loved watching her children continue to grow and always talking about them to others; playing with her grandchildren; chatting with her siblings and friends; gardening; watching westerns; listening to gospel; preparing church dinners with her sister, Elam; and chatting daily with

her dear friend Phyllis Reid. In her younger days, she enjoyed the many shopping trips with her dear friend Rose Hurley. Aside from her travel adventures with John, her many trips to the grocery store, and her time in church; she spent time relaxing at home.

By God’s grace and mercy, Gertrude came to know the Lord at an early age and dedicated her life to Christ. She was a member of Zion Hill Church of God in Christ in Lusby, She remained a faithful member until her passing. Gertrude served God by serving others.

Gertrude filled many lives with joy and love. She leaves to cherish loving memories: her five children, Caroline (Kelvin); John, Jr. (Kellie); Trudy (Chauncey); Darrin (Karen); and Donna; five grandchildren, Marcus, Jonathan Alexander, Terrence, Cassaundra, and Darrin Jr.; one sister Hester Irene Swales; and one brother Clifton (Diane); and a host of nieces, nephews, in-laws, relatives and friends.

Preceding her in death are: her beloved husband, John; father, Daniel; mother, Inez; seven brothers, William Josephus, Henry Alfred, Philip, Daniel Linwood Jr., James Edward, Robert (Cutty), and Charles (Peanut); four sisters, Anna Jones, Cleo Goff Russell, Elam Campbell, and Mary Ellen Mackall; and her granddaughter Haley Alexandra.

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

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Stefanie, beloved daughter of Gregory Alan Kitchen and Tina Marie Miller, was born in Washington, D.C. on Feb. 9, 1983.

Stefanie worked for Giant Food and Collington Services in various accounting and transportation support roles, where she was a dedicated employee for more than 10 years.

She loved helping people and was a member of the Giant Fire Brigade.

A lover of the outdoors, she enjoyed fishing, nature and spending time around the water, often taking her son Ian on excursions to the beach and nature trails throughout Maryland.

She is preceded by her paternal grandparents Charles and Corinne Kitchen and Uncle James Cornett.

In addition to her parents, Stefanie is survived by her young son, Ian North Howery; ex-husband, Cary Anthony Howery; sister, Jennifer Renee Kitchen; maternal grandparents, Joe and Lorraine Cooper; stepfather, James Miller; uncles, Joe Cooper, Jr.(Karen) and Keith Kitchen; aunts, Brenda Brown and Regina Cooper and many beloved cousins.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been set up for Stefanie's young son at the web site: youcaring.com/iannorthhowery-804542.

Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

M a t t h e w “Wayne” Lyvers, age 64, of St. Leonard, passed away suddenly on April 26, 2017 at Calvert Memorial Hospital. Born July 13, 1952 in Annapolis, he was the son of the late John Samuel Lyvers, Jr. and Betty Mae (Hallock) Lyvers.

Wayne graduated from Annapolis High School in 1969. He served in the U.S. Army from 1969 until 1972, serving in Germany during the Viet Nam conflict.

Wayne moved to Calvert County from Anne Arundel County in 1984, and was a multiple franchise owner for Snap On Tools for 20 years.

He married his wife Anna Lyvers on June 12, 1992 in Prince Frederick.

Wayne was a fan of the Washington Nationals, the Washington Redskins and hot rods. He enjoyed spending time with his family.

Wayne is survived by his wife Anna; his children, Michelle Owens of Avenue, MD and Ricky O’Palko, Jr. of St. Leonard; his grandchildren, Ashley, Bobby, Bristen, Adrianna, and Fiona; great-grandchild, Aryah; siblings, Mark A. Lyvers of Leesville, SC; Nona McNatt of Dover, DE; Denise Messineo of Annapolis; Lane Lyvers of Shady Side; and Pam Stern of Petersburg, PA; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. John Vianney Church, 105 Vianney Lane, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.

Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

 Joseph Anthony Leverone, age 56, of Greenbelt, MD entered eternal rest on April 24, 2017 after a lifetime of suffering from an inherited blood clotting disorder, hemophilia A. He was born Oct. 19, 1960 in Washington, DC and raised in Lanham, MD and North Beach.

He graduated from Southern High School, attended Anne Arundel Community College and, later, a computer technical school.

He worked as a microfilm processor and computer blueprint programmer for 27 years before a forced retirement on disability.

He is survived by his loving family: father, LeRoy A. Leverone of North Beach; sister Theresa R. Henderson and her husband Steve of Greenbelt, MD brother Michael Leverone and his wife Susan of Reading, MA; nieces Julia Leverone and Madeline Henderson, nephews Steven Henderson and Patrick Leverone.

He was preceded in death by his mother Carolyn Leverone and his brothers Mark and Brian Leverone.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be Fri., May 5 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 8816 Chesapeake Avenue, North Beach MD 20714. Inurnment will be at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, 3401 Bladensburg Road, Brentwood MD 20722.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

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He was born in Washington, DC on

Sept. 27, 1934.

He worked as a bricklayer until he retired in 1996.

He is survived by his wife, Pamela; his daughter Belinda Sawyer of Suffolk, VA; his son Franklin Middleton III of Hudson, NY and his brother Mark Middleton of Maryland.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Calvert Animal Welfare League, 1040 Prince Frederick Blvd., P. O. Box 1660, Prince Frederick MD 20678 (cawlrescue.org).

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

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June Marsha Passero, age 70, of Lusby passed away April 23, 2017. She was born Mar. 25, 1947 in Washington, D.C. to Nicholas and Mildred (Taylor) Lawler.

June was raised in Hillcrest Heights and graduated from Surrattsville High School.

She was employed as a secretary at the US Census Bureau. June enjoyed going to casinos, being outdoors, crabbing, eating crabs and spending time with family, especially her beloved dog Buddy.

She is survived by daughters Terri Fink (Jimmy Graves) of Huntingtown and Cherie Flesch (Mike) of Manassas, VA. She is also survived by grandchildren Lauren Fink, Meghan Flesch (Alex Gosline), Alex Flesch and Ryan Flesch, as well as her beloved dog, Buddy.

June was preceded in death by her husband Gene Passero and sister Margaret Bonham.

Flowers may be sent to the funeral home is handing arrangements and will be transported to the Resurrection Cemetery for a graveside service on Thurs., May 18 at 1:00 p.m.

Memorial donations may be made to: American Cancer Society, 1041 Route #3, North Building A, Gambrills MD 21054 (cancer.org).

Rausch Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

Lennie Phillip “Hot Rod” “Pooh” “Uncle Pooh” Rose, age 59, passed away at home unexpectedly on April 20, 2017 in Lexington Park. He was the son of the late Barbara Ann “Ludwig” Browning and Jack Luther Rose Jr. Lennie was born on June 11, 1957 in Rocky Mount, NC. He played on the Varsity Football team at Calvert Sr. High School and graduated in 1975.

Lennie spent the past 38 plus years wearing multiple guns on his hip and several badges on his chest.

After graduating from high school, he served active duty in the U.S. Air Force. After an Honorable Discharge from active duty, he went on to serve our great nation with more than 30 years of service and retired from the U.S. Air National Guard Reserves. When the Calvert County Detention Center was first built, Lennie was the youngest Correctional Officer to work there. During the years after that he was a Federal Police Officer at Pax. River Naval Air Station and retired from Exelon, formerly known as Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant BG&E Security System.

Lennie loved his family, friends and dogs. He loved attending Chesapeake Church and enjoyed cooking and serving at the events and his fellowship. He had a heart of gold and loved his Savior. Oh, how he loved to dance and ride his Harley. He never met a stranger and was always there to lend a helping hand to someone in need.

In his spare time, he loved being a member and was Past President of the Blue Knights MD IV Chapter where he enjoyed cooking, serving and entertaining the Veterans at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home, He helped put smiles on the faces of the disabled children during fishing and outdoor events, the Rolling Thunder events and the Wounded Warriors events. He was also a member of the HOGS Organization.

He wasn't a member of the Solomons Vol. Rescue Squad & Fire Dept. but he loved to work right along with the members, cooking and serving at their fund-raising events. But most importantly, he enjoyed playing Santa Claus on their Santa runs and putting smiles on faces from infants to seniors.

His hobbies included hunting, fishing, NASCAR, football, going to yard sales and antique collecting.

Lennie is survived by his son Travis McLane (Tara) of Port Republic, and daughter Aspen Rose. He is also survived by his four sisters, Carrie Rose of Lusby; Kimberly “Browning” Wivel of Emmitsburg, MD; Bettie “Rose” Smith of Lusby; Tammie “Rose” Mittlesteadt of Green Cove Springs, FL and by 12 nieces/nephews and 14 great nieces/nephews.

He is preceded in death by his brother Lucky LeGrande and stepfather Kendall A. Browning.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home, 29449 Charlotte Hall Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622.

Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

 Jennifer Leigh Perry, age 60, of St. Leonard, went home to the arms of her Loving Savior on Fri., April 22, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born March 21, 1957 in Takoma Park, MD to Eugene W. Perry and Myrtle E. (Winstead) Perry.

Jennifer graduated from High Point High School in Beltsville, MD in 1975. She moved to Calvert County shortly thereafter and has lived there ever since.

Jennifer is survived by her father, Eugene Perry of Adelphi, MD; sister, Beth Neuland of Lusby; brother, Robert Perry of Bethesda, MD; her only child, Tifanni A. East (Humphreys) and husband David, of St.Leonard; and her cherished grandchildren Lilly and Logan East, also of St.Leonard.

Jennifer was an amazing woman of God, she loved her Savior and truly lived for him. She shared her love of Jesus with everyone she met.

Her grandchildren were the light of her life and her greatest joy. She had a deep, incredible love for them, and cherished every moment and memory.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Hughesville Baptist Church, 8505 Old Leonardtown Rd, Hughesville, MD 20637.

Arrangements were entrusted to Rausch Funeral Home of Port Republic.

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Barbara Ann Matthew David Smith was born May Dade Seay was born 20, 1987 in Alexanon September 26, dria, VA to Nathan 1943 in Prince and Gwendolyn Frederick. She passed Smith. He is the twin away April 19, 2017 brother to Justin at age 73. She was David Smith, who is raised in the loving one minute older. home of her parents, Chesterfield and Mary Matthew transitioned his life on April 5, 2017 Parker. in Baltimore.

Matthew and his brother attended Tayac She attended the public schools of Anne Arundel County graduating in 1961 from Elementary School in Fort Washington, MD; Wiley H. Bates High School in Annapolis. Clinton Grove Elementary School, in Clinton, Barbara received a Bachelor's Degree in MD; Stephen Decatur Middle School in Clinton; Windy Hill Middle School in Social Work from Bowie State University Owings, and graduated from Northern High and a Master's Degree in Social Work from School, in Owings in 2005. the University of Maryland.

Matthew worked for Red Hot & Blue She accepted the Lord at a young age restaurant in Prince Frederick; Dr. Charles and was a faithful member of St. Mary's Bennett in Lusby; and Calvert Memorial Catholic Church, Adams United Methodist Hospital in Prince Frederick.

Matthew attended the College of SouthChurch and most recently, First Christian Community Church in Annapolis. At First ern Maryland, in Prince Frederick for two Christian, she was the first certified church years and acquired a grade point average of 4.0. counselor. She also participated in the Mime Matthew leaves to cherish his memories, Ministry and served as an Elder and Bible his twin brother Justin Smith (Tamelya); his study facilitator. parents, Nathan and Gwendolyn Smith; his As a mental health practitioner, Barbara two daughters, Ma'desha Phillips and De'yonwas employed at Crownsville State Hospital na Smith; his nephews, Justin A. Smith and and Arundel Lodge where she was well loved Jameson Smith; his grandparents, Rachel Smith (Eugene - deceased), and Shirley James by staff and patients.

She loved to garden and spent hours (Ronald - deceased). He leaves behind uncles, tending to flowers and shrubbery around the aunts, many cousins and friends who will cherish memories also. house. A loving grandmother, she delighted Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick in spending quality time with Donivan and handled arrangements.

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John Leo "Johnny" Staeb, age 73, of Chesapeake Beach passed away April 16, 2017 at his home. He was born June 18, 1943 in Albany, NY. John was raised in New York and enlisted in the US Air Force after graduating high school.

He married his wife Arlene in the late 1960’s and they lived in New York until moving to Maryland in the 1970’s.

He was employed as a lithographer in Washington, D.C. working on geographical books and retired in the early 2000’s. After retirement, John worked as a truck driver for a pharmaceutical company.

After the Arlene passed away, John met Esther Quesenberry and they had been together for 10 years.

John was a member of the American Legion Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach. He loved being on the water, boating, fishing and spending time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his fiancée Esther Rita Quesenberry, step-daughter Lori Harrington and husband Patrick of Dunkirk, grandchildren Kelly and Sean Harrington, a brother Frank Staeb and wife Josie of Ludlow, MA, and many, many friends.

John was preceded in death by his wife, Arlene and a sister Anita Staeb.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Lou C. Surber, age 87, of Owings, passed away on April 12, 2017 at her residence. Born July 14, 1929 in Rainelle, WV, she was the daughter of the late Oretta Irving Clinebell and Lestra (Patterson) Clinebell.

Lou was an Analyst for the National Security Agency.

She is survived by her husband, Julian Thomas “Tom” Surber, Jr. of Owings; her children, Sarah Surber MacMillan and her husband William of Glenwood, MD; Nancy Surber Gulli and her husband Daniel of Stafford, VA; and grandson, Thomas Joseph Gulli of Stafford, VA. She was preceded in death by her brother, Bobby Gene Clinebell.

Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.

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Roland Benjamin Wayson, age 83, a lifelong resident of Dunkirk passed away April 21, 2017 at Genesis Waugh Chapel Center. He was born Aug. 6, 1933 on the family farm on Jewell Road to Allan Benjamin and Daisy Belle (Ward) Wayson.  Roland was raised on Jewell Road and worked on the family farm. He was employed Phyllis Sharon with the Maryland State Highway Administra(Stauffer) Starkey tion for 35 years as a heavy equipment passed into the arms of operator. the Lord on April 26, He was very active in sports and enjoyed 2017 after a year and a playing baseball, softball and bowling. Roland half battle with cancer. later umpired softball games and loved attendShe was born on July ing local softball games and tractor pulls.

23, 1952 in Pidgeon, He was a local historian and knew MI. everything about everyone. Roland was a great Phyllis graduated from Lakewood High storyteller, telling many stories about his School in Lake Odessa, MI. On June 21, 1991, family and friends. she married Randy L. Starkey in Lake Tahoe, NV. Roland is survived by a sister Anna Buck Phyllis touched the lives of so many in ways of Upper Marlboro, and by numerous nieces that cannot be counted. She was a wife, mother, and nephews. grandmother and was truly loved by her family He was preceded in death by his parents and friends. Phyllis will be deeply missed by all and siblings Genevieve Markham, Thelma that knew her. She was amazing in everything she Sherbert, John Henry Wayson and Robert attempted, from her passion for antique furniture Wayson, Jr. restoration to knitting and crocheting which she Memorial contributions may be made to: won numerous awards for. A rodeo barrel racer in American Cancer Society, 1041 Route #3, her younger years, she had a great love for all North Building A, Gambrills MD 21054. animals and loved with all her heart her favorite Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangefriend, her little Cairn Terrier “Bailey.” ments.

She is survived by her loving husband Randy, two stepsons that she loved as her own,  Brandon Starkey of Danville, IL; and Aaron Starkey and his wife Natalie of Melbourne, FL; and seven loving grandsons. She is also survived Mildred Molly by her brother Robert A. Stauffer and family of Irene Wills was born Michigan. on May 16, 1921 in She was preceded in death by her parents Sunderland, Allen Roy Stauffer and Virginia L. Walker.

Maryland. She was A small gathering of family and friends will the sixth of 13 be held in her honor and memory at her home children born to the that she loved so on May 6. late Ashby Rawlings Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangeSr. and Sarah ments.

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on April 12, 2017, at NMH Health Care, Annapolis.

Mildred was a lifelong resident of Calvert County, where she was educated at Mount Hope Elementary and Brooks High Schools. As a young child, she worked on a farm alongside her father and siblings. At an early age, she learned how to cook while watching her mother prepare the family's dinners. She also developed her religious foundation while attending Mt. Hope United Methodist Church.

In the early 1930s Mildred met Calvin Wills Sr., and the two were married on Sept.

12, 1942. Their union produced 11 children, 7 boys and 4 girls.

Mildred was an excellent cook and always had plenty of food for her family and anyone else who stopped by to visit with her. She especially enjoyed cooking large dinners for everyone on Sundays.

After getting married, Mildred continued to assist her husband by working on the farm and raising her children. Later on in her life she became a domestic worker and began chauffeuring ladies from Calvert County to Bowie. She loved driving those ladies to work every day. Even when the ladies did not have any money to pay her, she would say "oh come on, get in this car." She had so much fun talking and laughing. Sometimes she would even drop them off at the wrong house in the morning, but she would be back to pick them up at the right house with a big smile on her face. Mildred continued to provide this service for about 20 years.

To know Mildred was to appreciate her love for others and her sense of humor. She was always playing jokes on people, especially her husband. She enjoyed laughing and telling stories to her grandchildren about how hard she and her father worked on the farm. And how she and Aunt Ida ate a whole pound of hotdogs while walking home from the store one evening. She always enjoyed having her nieces and nephews visit her, especially her niece Valerie Ward.

She was preceded in death by her husband Calvin Wills Sr.; and her son Calvin Wills Jr.; one daughter-in-law Edna Wills; her parents (Ashby Rawlings Sr., and Sarah Morsell-Rawlings); three brothers (Stanley, Ashby Jr., and Henry Rawlings); and seven sisters (Eva Smith, Ringgold Clayton, Charlotte Burriss, Landous Smith, Sadie Gray, Blanche Ward, and Marjorie Nowlin).

Her memory lives on through her daughters; Eva (Sammy), Rachel (Larry), Cheryl, Mary Tee (Virgil) and her sons; Leroy, Frank, Cleveland (Jean), Oliver (Sheila), Gregory, Sherman (Marvel), and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren (two sets of five generations), nieces, nephews, two sisters (Emma Kent and Ida Rice) and one brother-in-law (Benjamin Ward).

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

 Norma Jean Metz, age 80, of Lothian passed away May 2, 2017 at her residence. She was born June 6, 1936 in Marshall, NC to Charlie and Mae

(Clark) Thomas. Norma was raised in Marshall, NC and graduated from Marshall High School where she was on the basketball team.

She moved to Landover Hills, MD in 1955.

Norma married Delbert Metz in 1979 and they lived in District Heights until moving to Lothian in 1987.

She was employed as a school bus driver with Prince George’s County Public Schools for 32 years, retiring in 1989.

Norma was an avid Washington Redskins fan and also enjoyed gardening, crabs, yard sales and long car rides.

Norma is survived by her husband Delbert Metz, children Bobbie Scherl of Lothian and Douglas Helms and wife Ann of Owings; step-children Brian Metz of Greenville, NC; Marsha Wells and husband Robert of Raleigh, NC; David Metz of Luray, VA and Nena Metz. She is also survived by grandchildren Shannon, Marissa, Hunter and Joey, great-grandchildren Shane, Dre and Paul and step-grandchildren Kristy, Steve and Erin.

Visitation will be Wed., May 10 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings MD 20736. Her funeral service will be Thurs. May 11 at 11:30 a.m. at Rausch Funeral Home – Owings. Burial will be at the MD Veterans Cemetery – Cheltenham.

 Jacob Steven Winfield, age 20, passed away April 26, 2017. He was born May 21, 1996 at Prince Georges Hospital in Cheverly to Richard and Terry

(Tucker) Winfield.

He was raised in Lothian and attended Tracey’s Elementary, Southern Middle and graduated from Northern High School in 2014. He was employed as a construction worker.

Jacob enjoyed fishing, camping, playing video games and basketball. He loved spending time with his family, especially his cousins and younger nieces and nephews.

Jacob is survived by his mother and stepfather, Terry L. Winfield and Donald Zelder of Johnstown, PA; his father Richard M. Winfield of Castleberry, FL; sisters Maranda, Makayla and Regina and brother Ean. Also surviving are grandparents Linda Oliver and Wayne Bolton of Lothian, aunt Rachel Oliver, uncles Donald Tucker, Michael and Jason Oliver and Thomas Bolton, as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Jacob was preceded in death by his stepfather Kevin Bolton and brothers Richard, Jr. and David. He was also preceded in death by his great-grandparents Shirley and Paul Harper.

Visitation will be Sat., May 6 from 6:30 - 10:30 p.m. at the Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett Avenue, Chesapeake Beach MD 20732. There will be a Life Celebration Service at 6:30 p.m. that evening at the same location.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings is handling arrangements.

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New Direction Community Theater proudly presents

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Celebrate Local Traditions at Festival Celebrate Southern Maryland heritage on Sat., May 6 at the Calvert Marine Museum’s 12th annual Solomons Maritime Festival.

Antique boats and marine engines, master maritime carvers, crafts and cooking demonstrations, traditional music, and boat rides offer something for every member of the family from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Admission to the festival and museum is free!

On Saturday, the museum waterfront comes alive with the sights, sounds, and smells of Southern Maryland.

Taste traditional foods, learn how to prepare crab cakes and soft shell crabs, shuck oysters, and stuff a ham like the pros, enjoy local gospel and old time music, see Chesapeake Bay retrievers in action, waterfowl calling demonstrations, watch model boats skim the waters of the boat basin, talk with traditional crafts people as they demonstrate their skills.

Children will enjoy toy boat building. Don’t miss free rides aboard the historic bugeye, the Wm. B. Tennison. Stop by the Museum

Store for free samples from the Blue Crab Bay Company and Black Point Chocolatier.

Traditional crafts are also celebrated on Saturday. Around the carving shed, visitors can see how crab and eel pots are constructed, see model boat makers in action, and watch traditional carvers at work.

Come try your skill inside the museum!

Demonstrations of embroidery, knitting, and other

textile crafts will be on-going. Home baked goodies will be available for sale and food vendors will be on-site.

The Antique Boat and Marine Engine Show, now in its 17th year, is a popular component of the festival.

Enthusiasts from across the country set-up camp in the parking lot to show off their vintage boats and engines. The unofficial engine swap is a great way to expand your collection. The Patuxent Small Craft Guild will also host a Nautical Flea Market with all proceeds supporting the Guild.

The Solomons Maritime Festival is sponsored by Calvert County Board of Commissioners, Calvert County Watermen’s Association, Community Bank of the Chesapeake, Holiday Inn Solomons, McCready Boat Yard, Papa John’s Pizza, Patuxent Small Craft Guild, Spring Cove Marina, Washburn’s Boat Yard, and Zahniser’s Yachting Center. For more information, please call Sherry Reid at (410) 326-2042 x 19, or visit the museum website at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com.

Written by Rick Abbot Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French at

Long Beach Community Center 5845 Calvert Blvd.

St. Leonard, Md.

Performances May 12-20 Friday & Saturday evenings at 7 p.m.

Reservations are recommended.

Tickets are available online @ www.ndctheater.org Or, at the door. (Prices $12-$15, with group rates available.)

Gallery Presents “Blurring the Lines” The new CalvArt Gallery show by photographer Lonnie Harkins merges traditional photography and digital art by altering photographs to appear as paintings. They are then layered with other photographs to create composite images that showcase his vision, as seen through the camera, as well as his artistic vision that comes from within.

The “Blurring the Lines” show will run from May 10 thru June 10 with an Opening Reception and complimentary refreshments on Sat., May 13 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. So come on out, meet the artist, support your local arts community, and peruse the distinctive and unique works of Lonnie Harkins as well as the creative and talented local artists offered throughout the gallery.

The CalvART Gallery is located in the Prince Frederick Center at the intersection of Rt. 4 and Rt. 231 nestled between the Sakura Restaurant and Dreamweaver Café.

Open Wednesday through Sunday

from 11:00 – 5:00 p.m.

For more information visit the website www.calvartgallery.org or call (410) 535-9252. The CalvART

“Great Blue Heron” by Lonnie Harkins.

Gallery is a program of the Arts Council of Calvert County. The Gallery plans shows every month and receptions are open to the public.

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“Sadness” by Lonnie Harkins.

Approximate running time 2 hours.

For more info, contact Producer, Regan Garnett Cashman at twinbeachregan@msn.com or 443-714-4639 SYNOPSIS: This is the hilarious story of a theatre group trying desperately to put on a play in spite of maddening interference from a haughty author who keeps revising the script. Act I is a rehearsal of the dreadful show. Act II is the disasterous dress rehearsal.

And, the final act is the actual performance, in which anything that can go wrong, does. When the author decides to give a speech on the state of modern theatre during the curtain call, the audience is treated to a madcap climax to a thoroughly hilarious romp. Even the sound effects reap their share of laughter!

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CURRENT EVENTS Play On! New Direction Community Theater proudly presents this hilarious story of a theatre group trying desperately to put on a play in spite of the maddening interference from a haughty author who keeps revising the script. Fri & Sat. 7:00 p.m. May 12-20. Long Beach Community Center, 5845 Calvert Blvd., St. Leonard. Reservations recommended. Tickets are available online: ndctheater.org, or, at the door. $12-$15, group rates available. For more info, contact Producer, Regan Garnett Cashman, twinbeachregan@msn.com or (443) 714-4639.

Friday, May 5 Jack’s Baked Chicken: Dinner includes all the trimmings, salad, and beverage for $12.

5:30-7:00 p.m. American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., E., Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach. Public invited.

Info: (410) 257-9878.

ALPost206.org.

Acoustic Music: For your listening pleasure, in the Lower Level Lounge music from Ross Crampton 7:00-11:00 p.m.

American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd.,E., Rt. 260. Public welcome. Call for more info (410) 257-9878. ALpost206.org

Saturday, May 6 Master Gardener Plant Sale: Learn from demonstration sessions and purchase from a large selection of flowering (many native) and vegetable plants. 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Community Resources Building, 30 Duke Street, Prince Frederick.

Solomons Maritime Festival: Celebrate Southern Maryland heritage at the Calvert Marine Museum’s 12th annual Solomons Maritime Festival. Antique boats and marine engines, master maritime carvers, crafts and cooking demonstrations, traditional music, and boat rides offer something for every member of the family.

10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, please call Sherry Reid at (410) 326-2042 x 19, or visit the museum website at calvertmarinemuseum.com.

Sale at the Shoppes at Asbury: Includes Betty's Closet - a resale of gently used clothing and accessories. Books at fabulous prices. Granny's Treasurers selling furniture, housewares and miscellaneous items. Proceeds benefit the Benevolent Care Fund.

9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Asbury Solomons Retirement Community, 11100 Asbury Circle, Solomons. For more info, call (410) 394-3466.

a.m.-2:00 p.m., Rain or shine. College of Southern Maryland, 115 J.W. Williams Rd., Prince Frederick.

Info (410) 326-0210. co.cal.md.us/recycle.

Understanding Hospice and Palliative Care: Learn about topics that impact end-of-life care for patients and their families. Participants should bring a lunch. Calvert Hospice will provide dessert. 12:00–1:30 p.m. Classroom 2, Lower Level, Calvert Memorial Hospital.

Seating is limited; register early. Contact Jean Fleming (410) 535-0892 or jfleming@calverthospice.org for more information.

To register, visit calverthospice.org/education-seminars.

Tuesday Night Family Smorgasbord Dinner: All you can eat 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. $12. Lower level dining room, American Legion Stallings Williams Post 206, Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach. Info (410) 257-9878. Public invited.

Why Container Gardening? Learn the essentials for success and consider creative combos using vegetables, herbs and flowers. Presented by Calvert County Master Gardner, Sherrill Munn. North Beach House & Garden Club. 7:00 p.m., North Beach Town Hall.

Public welcome. Info: Deborah Noyes, (571) 334-0289 or email deborahnoyes@comcast.net.

Sons of the American Legion Meeting: 7:00 p.m. in the Upper Level, Stallings Williams Post 206. All Members are urged to attend and make their voices heard. For more info, call Commander Ward at (410) 610-7217.

ALPost206.org.

Wednesday, May 10 Interview Skills Workshop: Professional techniques and the importance of interviewing. Learn practices to enhance interviewing skills by providing insight on dress attire, appropriate attitude, and professional etiquette. 1:00-3:00 p.m. Please pre-register. (410) 535-0291 or calvert.lib.md.us.

Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way. Meal, Praise & Prayer: A special supper followed by praise, prayer, and fellowship.

This free event is offered with the compliments of the Congregation. All are cordially invited. 5:30 p.m. Union Church, Rear Hall, next to the North Beach Town Hall, 8912 Chesapeake Ave. All are cordially invited. Questions: John Riedesel at (301) 855-8256. facebook.com/NBUnionChurch.

Tuesday, May 9

Workforce Exchange Job Search Workshop: Learn how to navigate the Maryland Shredding Event: Calvert County Workforce Exchange (MWE) system to businesses – destroy unwanted paper conduct a job search. Covers job search documents (limit five boxes). Free. 8:00 utilizing additional career sites. Provides tips

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on how to complete an online application. 257-9878.

Public warmly invited.

6:30-8:30 p.m. Please register. Calvert ALpost206.org.

Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way. (410) 535-0291 or calvert.lib.md.us.

Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise: What better way to say ‘You’re Special’ than a CSM Latin Ensemble Concert. Each relaxing cruise and brunch aboard the selection is a different genre of Latin Ameri- historic Wm. B. Tennison. 11:30 a.m. can music, from salsa and cha-cha, to 1:00 p.m. Departs from the Calvert merengue and Latin jazz. $5 in advance, $7 Marine Museum, Solomons. Adults $25, day of event. bxoffc@csmd.edu. (301) children 8 - 12 $15, and 7 and under $10.

934-7828, csmd.edu/Arts. 7:30 p.m. Advance registration required by Wed., College of Southern Maryland, Prince May 10. Contact Melissa McCormick at Frederick Campus, Building B, Multipur- (410) 326-2042, ext. 41 or mccormmj@pose Room, 115 J.W. Williams Rd., Prince co.cal.md.us.

Frederick.

CSM Ward Virts Concert: Ara Gregorian, violin. 3:00 p.m. College of Southern Friday, May 12 Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Ribs & Crab: The Sons of the American Building B, Multipurpose Room, 115 Legion Stallings Williams Post 206 are J.W. Williams Rd., Prince Frederick. planning this popular dinner. 5:00-7:00 Doors open at 2:30 p.m. Limited seating. p.m. $15 includes salad, sides, roll, and Free. Info at rfleming@csmd.edu, (443) beverage. Dinner will be served in the 550-6011, or visit: csmd.edu/Arts/WardLower Level Dining Room at the Post, Virts/index.html.

3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd. E., Rt. 260.

Questions: (410) 257-9878.

Public Mother’s Day Evening Cruise: A perfect ending to Mom’s special day. Delectable warmly welcomed. ALpost 206.org. hors d’oeuvres served aboard the historic Wm. B. Tennison. 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Departs from the Calvert Marine Saturday, May 13 Museum, Solomons. Adults $25, children Yard Sale: North Beach Fire Department 8 - 12 $15, and 7 and under $10. Advance Auxiliary. 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. North registration required by Wed., May 10.

Beach VFD, Rt. 261, Chesapeake Beach. Contact Melissa McCormick at (410) Tables are $15, or $25 for two, and must 326-2042, ext. 41 or mccormmj@co.be reserved in advance. Contact Diana cal.md.us. after 5:00 p.m. (410) 231-1775.

Fungus Amongus: Examine the beneficial and symbiotic relationships between funguses and our garden plants.

10:00-11:30 a.m. Calvert Library Fairview Branch, 8120 So.Md. Blvd., Owings. (410) 257-2101.

Monday, May 15

Benefit Golf Classic: The 28th annual Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation, Inc. Benefit Golf Classic will be held at Old South Country Club in Lothian.

Proceeds will help fund computer technology upgrades to the Emergency Country Dance: If you can't dance, we’ll Department. Info: call (410) 414-4570 or show you how.

One-hour compli- email to Foundation@cmhlink.org. mentary lessons at 7:00 p.m.; dancing from 8:00 p.m. until midnight. $15/per- Calvert Eats Local: Reserve your spot at son includes soft drinks or draft beer and Dream Weaver's local celebration. light munchies. Hosted by the American $30/person includes tax and tip. Menu Legion 206, upper level Ballroom, Chesa- subject to change depending on locally peake Beach on Rt. 260. Public warmly available ingredients.

7:00-8:30p.m. invited.

Reservations: LBloyer@veri- Please pre-register. Calvert Library Prince zon.net. Info: (410) 257-9878. Frederick, (410) 535-0291 or ALpost206.org. calvert.lib.md.us.

Sunday, May 14 Mothers’ Day Breakfast: The American Legion Auxiliary is putting its best foot forward with gift drawings for Mom and Belgian Waffles cooked to order by our Master Waffle Chef. The Kitchen Cooks will also whip up ham, sausage, scrapple, bacon, scrambled eggs, home fries, biscuits, fresh fruit, chip beef, plus some extras! Adults $12; kids 6-12 $6; kids under 6 free. Bloody Marys will be available for a nominal charge.

8:00-11:00 a.m. Upper level dining room, Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach. (410)

Tue., Wed., & Thu., May 16, 17 & 18 Spring Garden Escape! A mid-week garden and craft series. Find out more and register a la carte - or the whole package!!

Go to programs@annmariegarden.org or call (410) 326-4640. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, 13480 Dowell Rd., Solomons.

Tuesday, May 16 Steak Dinner: Order your steak direct

from the Grill-Master Chef you get what you ordered. $15 includes all the trimmings and a beverage. 5:30-7:00 p.m. Lower-level dining room, American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206, Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach. Public welcome.

Info: (410) 257-9878. ALpost206.org.

Membership Auxiliary Election Meeting: All members of the American Legion Auxiliary Stallings-Williams Post 206 are encouraged to attend the regular meeting and election starting at 7:00 p.m. Upper Level Meeting Hall, American Legion 206 Post, Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach.

(410) 257-9878. ALpost206.org.

Wednesday, May 17 Gills Club: A STEM-focused program from the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy with activities designed for girls ages 7–12.

5:30-7:00 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. Preregistration required bit.ly//GillsClubRegistration. Free.

Thursday, May 18

Windows of Strength Mother/DaughterTea & Fashion Show Fundraising Event Sunday, May 7, 2017 2:00 - 4:30 pm Robin Hill Farm and Vineyards 15800 Croom Road, Brandywine TICKET INCLUDES: Tea Service & Fashion Show Children’s Games Mother/Daughter Photos, Prizes and more!

TO ORDER TICKETS ONLINE VISIT: htt ttps://2017wosmotherdaughtert t rteafashion.eventbrite.com t Email: mywish@windowsofstrength.org Website: www.windowsofstrength.org FB: www.facebook.com/W /WindowsOfStrength.mywish W Phone: 443-951-5125 Proceeds benefit Windows of Strength, Limited 501(c)3 non-profit organization, assisting organ transplant recipients with non-medical costs.

Celebrate! Ella Fitzgerald's 100th Birthday. Music of the Queen of Jazz will fill the meeting rooms. For children 2nd grade and up. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way. (410) 535-0291 or calvert.lib.md.us.

Commemorating International Museum Day: The museum is counting on you to ensure that we continue to be your portal to the Chesapeake.

Please make a gift to commemorate International Museum Day. The museum is open and free to the public 10 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. For more information call: (410) 326-2042 or visit: calvertmarinemuseum.com.

Friday, May 19 Veteran Stand Down Day: Serves our nation’s heroes and their families and increases awareness of issues veterans are facing. Open to all Southern Maryland Veterans and their families (including homeless and disabled veterans). 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Southern Maryland Higher Education Center, 44219 Airport Rd, California, Md. For more info please contact: Sasha Seenath (301) 863-9535 Ext 116. Email: sseenath@threeoakscenter.org. or visit: threeoakscenter.org.

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