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Local’s Murder Investigated As Hate Crime Richard Collins III of Owings was to graduate from Bowie State University on May 23. But Collins, age 23, died after being attacked by a self-proclaimed white supremacist at the University of Maryland College Park Campus on May 20. Collins and his two friends were waiting for an Uber ride when they were approached by 22-year-old Sean Urbanski, according to authorities. As he came closer to the group, Urbanski allegedly yelled, “Step left, step left if you know what’s best for you!” Collins told Urbanski, “no.” Urbanski then allegedly stabbed Collins in the chest several times and fled, an act caught on video. Collins was rushed to a local hospital in vain. His brutal murder has prompted national outcry. Urbanski, from Severna Park and a student at the University of Maryland, was quickly arrested and charged with first-degree murder, second-degree murder and first-degree assault. He is being held without bond. On Sunday, University of Maryland Police Chief David Mitchell announced that the FBI is joining the investigation because of Urbanski’s affiliation with the racist organization, “ALT Reich: Nation.” Before being taken offline, that
Victim Richard Collins. Murder suspect Sean Urbanski
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Dignitaries, community leaders, friends and neighbors were on hand May 23 for the unveiling of the portrait of educator Harriet Elizabeth Brown at the Calvert County Court House in Prince Frederick. In 1937, with 29-year-old NAACP attorney Thurgood Marshall at her side, this 30-year-old teacher sued Calvert County Public Schools for paying African-American teachers about half of what white teachers earned. Her case made history when the school system settled the case in her favor and, the next day, Governor Harry Nice pledged to support equal pay for black and white teachers. Within a relatively short time, state after state, not just Maryland, paid African-American teachers equally. Dedication of the portrait was the third and final recommendation of the task force established to come up with ways to honor Brown. The new Harriet Elizabeth Brown Community Center is already up and running in Prince Frederick, and a portion of Maryland Route 2 through Sunderland and Owings is now officially designated as the Harriet Elizabeth Brown Memorial Parkway. More than 70 contributors made it
group’s Facebook site reportedly showed bias especially against African Americans, but also Latinos, those of the Jewish faith, and women. Collins is being remembered as an outstanding student at Bowie State and had just been commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. On Facebook, Collins wrote that he was a “former Groundskeeper at Chesapeake Hills Golf Club” and “Former Average Joe at Walmart.” Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan posted on his Facebook page, expressing outrage. "The individual responsible for this young man’s death must be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law," Hogan wrote. "Violence and hatred have no place in our communities and will never be tolerated. In the wake of this senseless tragedy, I ask that all Marylanders Linda Vassallo has been appointed by the show strength and come together in Calvert County Board of County this time of grieving." Commissioners (BOCC) as director of the
Harriet Elizabeth Brown’s two cousins also received copies of the portrait of Harriet Elizabeth Brown, which was commissioned for the courthouse. From left to right: Judge Marjorie Clagett, County Administrative Judge, Circuit Court of Calvert County; Judge Gregory Wells, Circuit Court of Calvert County; Margaret Dunkle, Chair of the Harriet Elizabeth Brown Commemoration Task Force; Madison and Sherman Brown, second cousins of Harriet Elizabeth Brown, with reproductions of the portrait; Joyce Freeland, former President, Calvert County Branch of the NAACP, and member of the HEB Task Force; Malcolm Funn, Task Force member representing our two state senators; MD Delegate Michael Jackson, member of the HEB Task Force.
possible to commission this portrait, painted by Maryland artist Ann Munro Wood, and is based on the only known photo of Ms. Brown when young. She passed away in 2009, just short of age 102.
County Creates New Department
Dominion Opens New Building
Dominion has held a ribbon-cutting, officially opening its new 60,000-square-foot facility at Patuxent Business Park in Lusby. The site includes warehouse and office space, a new emergency operations center and a helicopter pad.
Portrait of Calvert Educator Dedicated
Dominion purchased the 8.3-acre parcel in Patuxent Business Park in early 2016. The 92-acre business campus is designed to accommodate a variety of uses including Class A office and flex space.
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new Calvert County Department of Communications & Media Relations. The appointment is a part of the reorganization plan the board approved April 25 to improve overall county government operations and services to the public. Vassallo, who is currently director of the Calvert County Department of Economic Development (DED), has worked for Calvert County Government for 21 years. Hired as the county’s first marketing and communications specialist in 1996, she quickly moved through the ranks to become DED director in 1999. “Linda has done a fantastic job for the business community and for the taxpayers of Calvert County,” said board President Tom Hejl. “She is the true definition of a public servant. Over the last 21 years, she has worked hard to more than double our business base from less than 1,700 businesses in 1996 to the more than 4,650 businesses we have today, increasing the commercial tax base more than 200 percent or by nearly $900 million. “She and her team played a vital role in two of the county’s most important economic legacies,” Hejl continued. “She helped coordinate the Dominion Cove Point LNG expansion and her team’s work on cultivating a robust commercial tax base was a key factor in Calvert County Government earning its first triple-A rating from all three credit rating agencies last year.” “ The experience I have obtained on the economic development side of the house has been invaluable,” shared Vassallo. “I am honored to have played a role these last several years in building an economic development climate that is sustainable and growing to meet the needs of business owners and the citizens.
Linda Vassallo.
“It has been a great run, but I am truly excited to lead the new Department of Communications & Media Relations,” she continued. “Our communication team brings an impressive skill set to the table. We look forward to the opportunity to grow our existing communications program into a more robust operation.” Vassallo earned her bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication from Towson University and held several public information and public affairs positions before joining Calvert County Government. She is currently a board member of the College of Southern Maryland Advisory Council, the Patuxent Partnership and Leadership Southern Maryland Leadership Council, and she is a 2007 graduate of Leadership Maryland. Vassallo will transition to the position of director of the new Communications & Media Relations Department July 1. Recruitment is currently underway to fill the DED director’s position.
Moreland Named Director of Community Resources The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has announced the promotion of Jennifer Moreland to director of the Calvert County Department of Community Resources. She will replace Maureen Hoffman upon her June 2017 retirement after 15 years of service. “Maureen leaves big shoes to fill,” said board President Tom Hejl. “But I am confident Jennifer will continue and build upon Maureen’s outstanding commitment to the health and human services issues facing our county’s most vulnerable citizens.” “I am passionate about the well-being of people in the community,” shared Moreland. “With my background in collaboration and data-driven planning, I look forward to working with the Board of County Commissioners, county department heads and the community to gain insight on the successes and challenges they face in their work on behalf of our citizens.” Moreland has been the Calvert County Department of Community
Jennifer Moreland.
Highlights of the Expo include:
Greenstreet GreenWalls, a division of Greenstreet Growers, based in Lothian, designs and installs the second largest active living green wall in the country. Greenstreet GreenWalls, in partnership with AgroSci, Inc. has designed and installed a state-of-the art air-purifying living wall inside The Towers at 1000 Wilson Blvd in Arlington, VA. It is a total of 780 sq. ft. and measures 66 feet wide and from 5 feet 4 inches high at its lowest point and 19 feet high at its highest point. This green wall is not only aesthetically pleasing but it purifies the air 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Towers are owned and operated by Monday Properties, a leading national real estate investment firm, which is where the green wall is located.
Resources Family Network Coordinator for the past two years. In her current role, she manages multiple state grants and secures funding for social programs that improve the well-being of children, youth and families in Calvert County. Before joining Calvert County Government, Moreland was with the United Way of Calvert County where she served as director of community impact and the ‘Success by 6’ coordinator. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication and Communication Studies from Towson University. “Monday Properties has a proud Her promotion will take effect history of setting the bar in the industry June 1. when it comes to improving the lifestyle
Green Expo Features New Events Green Expo & Craft Fair Southern Maryland’s leading sustainability event attracts 1,000+ attendees and 80 booths. Multiple workshops and demonstrations focus on sustainable living and environmental stewardship. This family friendly event is open to the public. Free. Sat., Jun. 3 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, 13480 Dowell Rd., Solomons.
Local Business Constructs Amazing “Green Wall”
accept old room air conditioners and dehumidifiers from SMECO residential customer-members. In exchange for each unit, SMECO will mail a $25 check (limit two units per household). Look for the truck and recycling staff located inside the entrance to the parking area. Additional details at SMECO.coop. Latex Paint Turn-In Turn in your old latex paint cans at the Yuck Old Paint truck inside the entrance to the parking area and know that you are helping the environment by diverting paint and containers from the landfill and waste stream. The Calvert County Citizens Green Team will pay the $5/container fee for all Calvert County residents.
Rain Barrel Workshops The Calvert County Department of Public Works, University of Maryland Extension Program and Calvert County Citizens Green Team host three rain barrel workshops at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. during the free Green Expo & Craft Fair, Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center. Registration and forms to purchase rain barrels The June Maker’s Market and accessories are available online at Features a wide selection of handmade, homemade, and homegrown products, ter.ps/GREENEXPO. including jewelry, farm-fresh produce, toys, pottery, leather goods, small batch Appliance Recycling Turn-In From 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., SMECO will foods, spirits, home décor, and more!
and comfort of our tenants,” said Tim Helmig, a Managing Partner at Monday Properties. “Implementing innovative and original solutions to elevate the tenant experience has allowed Monday’s buildings to stay ahead of the curve. In this instance, the green wall is a perfect complement to our ongoing commitment to sustainable design with our LEED Gold certification.” Ray Greenstreet, owner of Greenstreet GreenWalls said “A living wall brings nature inside for a cleaner, healthier and more welcoming space. Green walls are the green way to purify indoor air.” The Greenstreet GreenWall uses
AgroSci’s U.S. patented Aerogation™ system, which magnifies the natural cleaning power of plants 200 times more than any system not using Aerogation™ technology. Aerogation™ works by drawing air into the plants’ root zone where a natural process called phytoremediation turns impurities into fresh oxygen. The proprietary technology, unique to the industry, gives Wilson Blvd’s 2,663-plant green wall the air-purifying capacity of 888 cu. ft. of air per minute, 53,260 cu. ft. of air per hour, and 1,278,240 cu. ft. of air per day. Other green walls completed by Greenstreet GreenWalls include the Gunther & Co. restaurant in Baltimore; Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis; CR Goodman Associates in Annapolis; Quarry Springs Condominiums in Potomac, MD and the Perkins Eastman D.C. offices at Thomas Circle. Greenstreet Growers has been at the forefront of agriculture in Southern Anne Arundel County since 2000. For more information on Greenstreet GreenWalls, visit greenstreetgreenwalls.com.
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Crime Blotter Calvert Reports
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CDS Violations On May 16, at approximately 3:00 p.m., Deputy T. Rzepkowski responded to a check welfare call on several persons passed out inside of a vehicle parked at the Park Place Medical Building, Prince Frederick. Upon investigating Heather Davis, 34, of St. Leonard, was found to be in possession of an orange prescription bottle with no label. Inside of the prescription bottle was two different kinds of pills, seven Oxycodone and fourteen Methadone. Davis was charged and arrested for two counts of Possession of a Synthetic Narcotic (Oxycontin and Methadone). For the report of an auto accident Deputy N. Buckler responded to the area of Ponds Wood/Hardesty Rd. at approximately 2:30 p.m. on May 16. Upon arrival he observed a pickup truck lying on its’ side in a field, with the occupants and multiple witnesses to the accident standing outside the vehicle. He spoke with the driver, Zachary Duran, 27, of Prince Frederick, and passenger, David Snider, 26, of Owings, who confirmed they were not injured and refused medical treatment. After confronting the subjects about a bag they tossed into the woods, Deputy Buckler located a small fabric bag containing marijuana and multiple pills (Morphine and Temazepam). He also located a set of nun chucks jammed in between the driver’s seat and the center console. The driver, Duran, had a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage emitting from his breath and had lethargic and slurred speech. Duran was arrested and charged with DUI, DWI, Possession of CDS (Morphine), Obstructing and Hindering and a Concealed Dangerous Weapon (nun chucks). Snider was arrested for Possession of CDS (Morphine). Disorderly Conduct On May 19 Deputy R. Shrawder observed a patron in the Buckets Sports Bar, Lusby, at about 12:30 a.m. become highly intoxicated after consuming numerous drinks throughout the night. Edwin Foote, Jr., 27, of Lusby, was loud, belligerent and became disrespectful towards the bartenders when told numerous times to discontinue going behind the bar. Due to his behavior and intoxication, he was told he needed to leave for the night. He refused to listen and continued to yell and cuss outside the bar. He attempted to re-enter the bar and was told he could not go back inside. At this time he started to run and refused to comply with Deputy Shrawder’s verbal commands. He was placed under arrest for Disorderly Conduct, Fail to Obey a Lawful Order, Trespass on Private Property and Resist/Interfere with Arrest. He was also issued a no trespass order for Buckets Sports Bar.
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wheel and was responsible for striking the parked car. He continued driving and eventually parked the vehicle at the Boys and Girls Club. The investigation also revealed Manuel Osborne, Jr., who initially denied any involvement with the vehicle, had picked up Watts and provided him a ride back to Dunkirk after the accident took place. Watts was arrested for Motor Vehicle/Unlawful Taking; Parran, II, was charged on an application for Destruction of Property/Traffic Offenses; Osborne was charged on an application for Providing False Information to a Peace Officer.
Burglaries Deputy K. Parks responded to a reported burglary on Serenity Ct., Prince Frederick, at about 8:15 p.m. on May 15. Upon arriving the victim advised they were gone between 4:30 p.m. and returned around 7:30 p.m. and noticed the wood frame around the front door was cracked. Upon further exam they realized someone tried to kick in the front door. Maryland State Police Reports Nothing of value appears to be stolen. CDS Violations On May 26 at 1:34 p.m., Corporal Destruction of Property Deputy E. Yates responded to Wiesemann stopped a vehicle on HG Serenity Ct., Prince Frederick, on Trueman Rd. near Dowell Rd. in May 18 about 11:00 p.m. for the Solomons for traffic violations. Kim L. 56, of Lusby report of damaged property. He met Dziergowski, with the victim who advised they demonstrated signs of impairment. of medical reasons, believe someone had intentionally Because slashed a tire on their vehicle the Dziergowski was unable to perform a previous evening. They noticed the Field Sobriety Testing. A consent to air in the tire was leaking and search and seize was signed and during attempted to repair the tire using the the search, Alprazolam was located. ‘fix-a-flat’ product. After fix-a-flat did Ms. Dziergowski stated she did not a prescription for this not work, they spoke with a neighbor have who stated they had seen someone medication. She was arrested and standing next to their vehicle that incarcerated at the Calvert County same evening. The case is suspended Detention Center. pending further suspect information. Trooper First Class Matthews stopped a vehicle on Main St. in Prince Thefts Deputy B. Sampson met with a citizen Frederick for traffic violations May 26 at the Sheriff’s Office on May 18 who just after 9:00 p.m. The occupants of wanted to report a theft. The victim the vehicle all appeared to be very explained they had stopped at the nervous. A K-9 scan was requested 7-11, in Huntingtown, around 1:30 and gave a positive alert. James A. p.m. the day before and placed their Richardson, 18 of Prince Frederick Samsung Galaxy 6 cell phone (with was found to be in possession of purple case) down while shopping. marijuana over 10 grams and was The victim forgot to pick up the arrested. He was incarcerated at the phone and left it in the store. After Calvert County Detention Center. gathering the victim’s information and returning to the 7-11, Deputy On May 15 at 2:27 p.m. Trooper First Sampson determined the phone may Class Davis responded to a broadcast have been stolen from a different for a person having distress in the location, as 7-11 employees could not Bucket’s Liquor Store parking lot in locate video confirming a theft had Lusby. Brandy M. Staples, 30 of taken place. At this time this case will Lusby, was located and was slurring her speech and her movements were be suspended. delayed. A plastic straw was observed on the center console. A probable Motor Vehicle Theft On May 16, at approximately 9:15 cause search revealed quantities of p.m., Deputy T. Buckler responded to heroin. Staples was arrested and the area of Dayton Ave./7th St., incarcerated at the Calvert County North Beach, for a reported hit and Detention Center. run accident. The complainant advised he witnessed a vehicle strike a A vehicle was stopped for traffic parked car in front of a residence and violations by Trooper First Class drive off with a flat front right tire. Matthews at 10:32 a.m. on May 16 at Deputy R. Cress notified Deputy Rt. 4 south of Rt. 231, Prince Buckler that he had located the Frederick. John F. Marshall, 34 of St. suspect vehicle behind the Boys and Leonard, was visibly showing several Girls Club in North Beach. After criminal indicators and a K-9 scan was responding to the location and seeing requested. The K-9 scan was positive no suspects on the scene, he was and a search was conducted. Heroin contacted by the vehicle owner who was located in the vehicle. Marshall confirmed the damaged vehicle was was arrested and incarcerated at the his and it had been stolen from the Calvert County Detention Center. Dunkirk parking lot. He explained that he allowed Travis Watts, 29, of On May 19 at 9:42 p.m. Trooper Stull Oxon Hill, to sit in his car while he stopped a vehicle on Rt.4 south of was working but at no time did he Sherry Lane in Prince Frederick for give Watts permission to drive the traffic violations. Russell C. Tayman, vehicle, knowing Watts' license was 21 of Lothian demonstrated behavior suspended. The investigation further that indicated an attempt to conceal revealed William Parran, II, 28, of something. A search was conducted Chesapeake Beach, got behind the and Cocaine was located. Tayman was
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arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Trooper First Class Robinson responded to Project Echo in Prince Frederick on May 22 at 12:17 a.m. for a trespassing complaint. Cynthia M. Bobick, 37 of Bowie, had been asked to leave the property by the manager and refused. When the manager contacted the police, Bobick left. She was located, stopped by police and advised on behalf of Project Echo, not to return to the property. A short time later, the manager called stating that Bobick had returned. Troopers located Bobick and while conducting a search incident to the arrest located cocaine. She was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. On May 29 at 3:09 pm, Trooper Jones stopped a vehicle on Rt. 4 near Lower Marlboro Rd. in Owings for traffic violations. A strong odor of marijuana was emitting from inside the vehicle. A search revealed 40.5 grams of marijuana and 3 grams of THC Wax. Riyad N. Rickard, 19 of California and Julius R. Rosales, 20 of Great Mills were both arrested and incarcerated in the Calvert County Detention Center. Concealed Weapon On May 25 at 8:46 p.m., Trooper First Class Matthews stopped a vehicle on MD Rt. 4 near Ball Rd. in St. Leonard for traffic violations. The driver was issued a civil citation for marijuana under 10 grams. A passenger, Solomon Hernandez, 22 of Lusby was found to be in possession of brass knuckles and was arrested. Hernandez was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention center. Public Intoxication To check on the welfare of an unconscious individual Trooper Backus responded to Merrimac Ct., Prince Frederick at 5:55 p.m. on May 20. John F. Brady, 52 of St. Leonard was located partially lying in the roadway on Merrimac Ct. Brady was arrested for being intoxicated and causing a public disturbance. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Theft from a Vehicle At 9:56 a.m. on May 17, Sergeant Bennett received a report of a theft of a vehicle registration tag. The complainant advised the tag was removed from the vehicle parked at the residence on Cassell Blvd., Prince Frederick. The tag, MD 9CV4939, has been entered into METERS/NCIC. Theft of a Motor Vehicle On May 28 at 1:25 p.m., Trooper Backus received a complaint of a motor vehicle theft. The victim reported the vehicle breaking down on the northbound side of Rt. 4 near Calvert Cliffs Parkway. He advised he made arrangements to have the vehicle towed to a repair shop and the tow driver responded to the scene and the vehicle was no longer there. The 2013 gray Dodge Dart has been entered into MILES/NCIC. Investigation continues.
Vacant Houses Offer Training Opportunities
From the Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Department… If you're driving in the heart of Prince Frederick, then you may know there are two homes on a small hill (that used to be businesses) just across from the K-Mart. Those two houses will eventually be knocked down to accommodate a Chick-Fil-A. Until that happens, the Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire
Department and the Calvert County Sheriff's Office has permission to drill inside of the structures for an undetermined amount of time. We would like to thank the Curtis Investment Group along with the assistance of Sally Showalter (Associate, RE/MAX ONE Prince Frederick) for this tremendous training opportunity. Our members are grateful!
Firefighting Grants Available
In Maryland, about 5,000 wildfires start each and every year, and more than 300 volunteer fire departments across the state respond to these blazes. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is now offering volunteer fire departments access to critical grant funding through its Volunteer Fire Assistance Program to help fortify and strengthen wild land firefighting capabilities. “Volunteer firefighters rely on these grants to protect the citizens and communities they serve,” Maryland Forest Service State Fire Supervisor
Monte Mitchell said. “This program enables emergency personnel and first responders to acquire and maintain the skills and specialized tools they need to battle wildfires in rural areas around the state.” The grant program, funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service, requires a 50/50 match with a maximum award of $3,000. Volunteer fire departments can submit one grant application per year. Grant applications will be accepted until July 17, 2017. Interested applicants should call (410) 260-8503.
No Charges in Bike Mishap On Tues., May 23 just after 4:00 p.m., Calvert County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to the area of Calvert Towne Way and Calvert Towne Drive in Prince Frederick for a report of a juvenile bicyclist struck by a motor vehicle. A detailed investigation revealed a vehicle being driven by Robert Lehman of Prince Frederick, was slowing down as he was approaching the intersection. At the same time, a
12-year-old juvenile on a bicycle entered the roadway from a wooded area next to the road. The vehicle struck the bicyclist before being able to come to a stop. As a result of the crash, the bicyclist was ejected from the bike onto the roadway. The juvenile was transported via ambulance for minor injuries. The investigation ultimately determined the juvenile was at fault in this accident.
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Pride & Joy 58th Spring Commencement at CSM The College of Southern Maryland celebrated 601 candidates for 912 degrees and certificates during its 58th spring commencement ceremony held May 18 at the La Plata Campus. In addition, for the first time, CSM recognized 18 apprenticeship completers who have met all requirements to sit for their journeyman license exam, including 600 hours of classroom instruction and 8,000 hours of on-the-job training over four years. "We have a lot in common,” said CSM President Dr. Brad Gottfried to the graduates. “We’re both closing the chapter called ‘The CSM Years.’" This was the last CSM graduation for Gottfried, who will retire June 30 after 11 years of leading the college. He was the keynote speaker for the event. CSM awarded 642 associate degrees and 270 certificates: 36.9 percent of the students receiving awards were from Charles County, 30.4 percent from St. Mary's County and 25.1 percent from Calvert County with 7.5 percent from outside of the region. Associate degrees were awarded predominantly in the fields of general studies, nursing, arts and sciences and business administration, while general studies: transfer, accounting: basic and advanced and cybersecurity were the most predominant certificates. Of the graduates, 61.4 percent were female. The ages of this spring's associate degree candidates ranged from 18 to 69. The spring commencement was its largest class yet. The college now has surpassed 25,000 total graduates, with close to 25,770 CSM students having earned a degree or certificate since the college’s first graduation. Student speaker Fanta Gai of Waldorf, who just celebrated her 18th birthday, is the youngest CSM graduate. She was also the youngest graduate in her high school class. The most senior graduate is Mike Howard, 69, of Charlotte Hall, who received his associate degree in nursing. He said, “I’m very, very lucky to do what I’m doing without having to be overly concerned about income and raising a family.” Howard was born in Washington,
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Parry; Achievement in Nursing, Sana Qureshi; Outstanding Physical Therapist Assistant Graduate, Crystal Berry; Outstanding Massage Therapy Graduate, Samantha Zabel; John Lamiman Writing Award, Jessica Fulghum; Outstanding Mathematics Student, Megan Elliot; Outstanding Engineering Student, Ashlyn Liverman; Outstanding Physics Student, George Jenkins; Outstanding Progress in
Mathematics, Michael Bell; Outstanding Achievement in Early Childhood Development, Paula Sorrells; Outstanding Achievement in Criminal Justice, Branson Cameron; Outstanding Achievement in Homeland Security, Sandra Hawkins; Outstanding Achievement in the Social Sciences, Caroline Foreman; and Outstanding Achievement in Teacher Education, Ethan Ropel.
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D.C., and moved to Charles County in the early 1970s. He was a member of the United States Naval Reserve and served on both active duty as well as fulfilling his Reserve obligation. He has worked as a union plumber and then for more than 30 years as a construction foreman and facilities supervisor for Giant. He was a volunteer paramedic with the rescue squad as well as the Charles County Mobile Intensive Care Unit and this experience sparked Howard’s interest in medicine and patient care. Honors Reception At the college's May 17 Honors Reception, Faculty Senate Scholarships were awarded to Cheryl Fowler, Jerry Hollebon, Dillon Mandley, Zachary Teston and Lily Winsted; and the 2017 All-Maryland Community College Academic Team was announced as Rachel Nussberger and Kenneth Polk. Divisional awards were awarded to the following students: George Flynn Memorial Accounting Award, Amy Barrick; Outstanding Business Administration Student, Kaylah Crosier; Outstanding Computer Science Student, Tyler Brinkley; Outstanding Construction Management Technology Student, John Flaherty; Outstanding CyberSecurity Student, Justin Dement; Outstanding Engineering Technology Student, Christopher Young; Outstanding Hospitality Management Student, Samantha Davis; Outstanding Information Services Technology Student, Timothy Burdeaux; Outstanding Nuclear Engineering Technology Student, Neal Balaoing; Distinguished Honors in History, Chloe Dickson; Outstanding Art Student of the Year, Nataline Beckley; Distinguished Honors in Music, Kaitlin Stokes; Academic Achievement in Nursing, Eileen
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The Anne Arundel County Watermen’s Association (AACWA) has announced that senior Sam Youngmann is the winner of the first annual $1,000 AACWA scholarship. He received his award at Southern High School’s awards ceremony on May 15. The award was presented by Bill Scerbo, president of the county watermen's association Sam will attend the University of Maryland, College Park, majoring in general studies for biology hoping to obtain an internship and degree involving hands on research on local Bay ecology. The AACWA is a non-profit organization crested for the purpose of representing independent commercial watermen and fishery businesses living and working in Anne Arundel County. “We welcome anyone to join our association
and attend meetings”, said Scerbo. All events are listed on the AACWA website and Facebook page. The Association encourages all County graduating seniors pursuing a degree in marine sciences to apply for their 2018 $1,000 scholarship next year. The annual crab feast, which funds the scholarship, will be held in Mayo at the American Legion on Sun., Oct. 8 from noon until 4:00pm.
Local Teacher Wins State Award The winner of the Maryland Geographic Alliance’s inaugural James B. Binko Outstanding Geography Educator of the Year is Tom Harten of Calvert County Public Schools. Mr. Harten is a teacher for CHESPAX, the school system’s environmental education program, where he is involved in all aspects of program implementation and ensures the effective operation of CHESPAX. Dr. Daniel D. Curry, Superintendent, said, “Tom Harten is an outstanding educator who thinks outside the box. He deserves this recognition.” Supervisor of Science (PreK-8th) Janel McPhillips said, “While the major focus of his job is environmental education, Tom is constantly looking for ways to increase students’ global awareness…[by] pulling geography into curricular units.” One example of Mr. Harten’s innovative work with geography has been his students’ use of interactive mapping tools to monitor the frog population of Calvert County. CHESPAX was a part of
the Maryland Amphibian and Reptile Atlas (MARA) project for several years. Students in seventh grade collected recordings and images of reptiles and amphibians from their backyards and schoolyards and shared their findings with MARA scientists, who were documenting the distribution of these animals across the state. At the end of each season, they created maps to illustrate the distribution of different species within Calvert County. MARA officially ended in 2015, but students continued to collect and submit data to the Calvert County Natural Resources Division for two more years. Next year, the project will be expanded as a part of the Maryland Biodiversity Project. The $500 award is named for Dr. James B. Binko, a lifelong advocate for geography education. He has had a remarkable career as a Maryland public schoolteacher, an education professor and Dean of the College of Education at Towson University, and an education consultant for the National Geographic Society.
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Snakehead Derby Upcoming
Don’t Touch “Bambi” With late spring being the prime birthing time for white-tailed deer in the state, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources reminds anyone who encounters a fawn to avoid disturbing it. While young deer often appear to be orphaned, in most cases the doe is nearby protecting and feeding her offspring. Too often, well-intentioned people find and remove fawns from the wild believing they are helping an orphaned animal. “Removing deer from the wild and keeping them in captivity is against the law,” Wildlife and Heritage Service Director Paul Peditto said. “Furthermore, the unnatural conditions of life in captivity can lead to malnutrition, injury and stress at the hands of well-meaning captors. Wild animals that become accustomed to humans can pose health risks and become dangerous as they mature. Let’s keep Maryland’s wildlife wild.” Newborn fawns have almost no
natural odor and their spotted, reddish-brown coats help them blend into their surroundings. Fawns instinctively lie motionless when approached by potential predators. This seemingly helpless state is a behavioral adaptation that has helped white-tailed deer survive for ages. Despite this strategy, curious fawns will sometimes wander around new surroundings. Anyone with questions on fawns or other young wild animals are encouraged to contact the U.S. Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services at 877-463-6497.
Free Fishing Days Set The Maryland Department of Natural Resources invites residents to participate in the state’s three, free fishing days in 2017: June 3, June 10 and July 4. They provide a unique opportunity to fish the state’s waters without obtaining a fishing license, stamp or registration. “Maryland has a wealth of public fishing waters, where anglers can catch anything from cold-water trout and striped bass to tasty white perch and more than 60 other species,” Fishing and Boating Services Director David Blazer said. “Free fishing days are a great way for any Marylander to learn or rediscover the sport.” Anglers must adhere to size and catch limits. Convenient fishing
Want to help get rid of snakeheads? The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is hosting the second Annual “Stop the Snakehead Fishing Derby” June 3 at the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historic Park’s Pennyfield Lock in Potomac, MD. Interested anglers can register for free. Since the 2002 discovery of snakeheads in Maryland, efforts have been made eradicate the invasive fish before it can alter the balance of our state’s aquatic ecosystem. The fish have spread beyond the Potomac River and are now prevelant in many tidal rivers in the Chesapeake Bay. In 2015, the species was found reproducing in the C&O Canal. “Snakeheads are a top predator that have rapidly expanded their range in the watershed over the past 10 years. They have become very abundant in some Maryland streams and rivers,” Maryland Natural Resources Resources Planner Joseph Love said. “While we are still studying their adverse impact, we are encouraging anglers to fish and harvest them to minimize their impact on our environment.” This year’s derby is being hosted by
the Maryland Department of Natural Resources in collaboration with the National Park Service, as well as the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Bass Pro Shops and the office of Maryland State Senator Susan C. Lee of Montgomery County. “Last year, the Snakehead Derby was fabulous – I was amazed how many people of all ages were excited to learn about invasive species, and have the opportunity to fish and handle snakeheads,” State Senator Lee said. “It is a memorable and educational family experience along the beautiful C&O Canal.” This year’s “Stop the Snakehead Fishing Derby” falls on one of Maryland’s license-free fishing days.
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By Susan Shaw
How to Let Go of “Stuff� I am in the process of moving from Huntingtown, where I have lived for 43.5 years, to the metropolis of North Beach. During those 43.5 years, I married, got a Master's Degree, gave birth to a son, survived many traumas, adopted a daughter, and worked! I worked about 100 hours a week as a County Commissioner for 12 years, until I was so exhausted I had to retire. I never took time to de-clutter. Those 43.5 years of accumulation finally caught up to me. All I could hear in my head was the Bible verse about a rich man going through the eye of a needle to reach spiritual union with God. I felt like such a sinner, because I was attached to my "things." Each one had a story. Oh, yes, intellectually I knew this was only "stuff." People matter. Stuff does not. Still, I delayed. My son berated me for listing my house for sale with photos of all the clutter. My wise realtor told me to list the house, THEN worry about the clutter. I did. The first family that looked at it bought it despite the clutter and despite my son's conviction that I was really avoiding dealing with my belongings. Now I had to de-clutter. I sought advice on how to do it. All my friends just warned me that it was very hard to do. No one offered to help. (I wondered why?) My realtor laid out the options: put it all in storage, take with me to a house less than 1/3 the size, hold an Estate Auction, or give it all away - or a combination. My daughter-in-law repeatedly told me I needed to have an Estate Auction. I sat on the couch and thought about it for days. All those strangers in my house pawing my stuff, criticizing it and me, and not knowing or appreciating the stories and their value. In a blessed win/win, the buyer and I delayed the closing until one week after her daughter's scheduled birth. A reprieve! Even the buyer asked me what I was going to do with "all this" as she waved her arm to encompass a circle. I decided against a storage unit. I moved what would fit into our new home after my sweetheart had already filled it with his stuff. I had helped him discard and donate half of his belongings already. It was very little. Sigh. My sweetheart dragged me to an Estate Auction being conducted by his
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long-time friends. I hated it! People were sitting in the chairs for sale. It was all junk. The prices were too high or too low. It was cluttered. Yes, after all the objections, and after consulting my daughter, don't laugh, who worked for an estate auction company in Baltimore in the past, I interviewed two companies. Alexandria Estate Auctions buys everything in the estate, takes it to a warehouse in VA, photographs it, and lists it for sale in an auction format on-line. Josh Wilbanks, the owner, recommended an in-house sale. Pam Parks of Easy Estate Liquidators confirmed she would do an in-house sale for 30%. I just had to drag precious belongings from the attic, the barn, the cellar, the pool equipment room, and the closets out and she would do all the rest. She gently warned me that others may not have as high an opinion of my stuff as I did. She said there was plenty to sell, though my neighbor, who goes to every estate sale in a 150-mile radius, advised I did not have enough for a quality estate sale (famous last words - she had no idea what all I had hidden in this house.) Everyday when Pam and her crew arrived to inspect, price, appraise, and stage my goodies, she talked to me about how my goal was to liquidate and how others would now appreciate my treasures just as I had. She was pretty convincing that I was doing the world of estate buyers a favor, as well as myself. I still had twinges of doubt. I was shocked! Pam was right. Josh was right. Other people did appreciate my exquisite taste! They loved my stuff! They bought my priceless memories. From the military museum that bought my Dad's WWII uniform, for which they had searched for six years, to the little tots who got stuffed animals, buyers were excited about their purchases and my stories. All my fears melted like the Wicked Witch of the West in the Wizard of Oz! Stay tuned for the next installment ... Sincerely, Susan About the Author: Susan Shaw is a retired Calvert County Commissioner and the author of Sincerely Susan columns in the Chesapeake Current. She can be reached at ChoosingSusan@verizon.net.
By Bob Poston MS, CFT
Recommit for the 2nd Half Wow, I just cannot believe how fast 2017 is rolling along as the time is upon us to open up swimming pools and thoughts of summer vacations to the beach fill our minds. Have you been sticking to your health and exercise resolutions made at the start of 2017? Did you start out strong, but then hit a wall a month or two into it? Well, I am here to tell you that it is not too late to get refocused and either climb over that wall or run through it. The first day of summer is just a few weeks away and you still have time to get ready for it. I want you think back to the promise(s) you made to yourself on January 1st about your health and fitness. I know it seems like it was just yesterday, but it has been five full months now. I want you take those promises you made, write them down where you can see them, and now make June 1st your new start date for 2017. Your new commitment to get better, stronger and healthier this year begins NOW!! #COMMIT2BFIT I want to step back to the goals you made for yourself at the end of 2016, or start of 2017, for the new healthier and more fit you. You were full of energy and determination when you set these goals, right? If you succeeded or even surpassed them, I want to congratulate you. If you are still working toward them, good on you, keep going. If you completely lost sight and made a wrong turn during your fitness journey, then let’s turn this baby around and get back on track. Pick-up that piece of paper you just wrote your goals down on and let’s look really hard at it and them. The first thing I will ask you is, are they SMART? You remember SMART goal setting right? The goal needs to be Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Rewards based and Time bound. So, let’s step back in time and look at one sample of a weight loss goal that was set on January 1. You set a goal for yourself to lose 20 pounds before summer vacation. In fact, you are going to
book one of those last minute summer vacation deals you always see advertised, but have never pulled the trigger on. So let’s put that into New Year’s Resolution lingo, I will lose 20 pounds by June 21st and when I do I am going to Jamaica! Sounds great, but does it pass the S.M.A.R.T. test. 1. Specific? Yes this goal is specific as it clearly states that your goal is not to just lose some weight, but to lose 20 pounds. 2. Measurable? If you cannot measure it, you cannot manage it. So, in this case, yes as your progress can be measured and tracked via the weight scales where you will get instant feedback on your progress. 3. Attainable? It is very possible and safe to drop a pound a week. Creating a daily to weekly calorie deficit by safely reducing calories consumed partnered with an increase in calories burned through activity and exercise will help you achieve this goal. So, another yes to the S.M.A.R.T. principle. 4. Rewards based? Yes, by planning to take that vacation, you are setting your eyes on the reward for your hard work. Pull samples of these vacation deals and keep them where you can see them as gentle reminders of the finish line celebration. 5. Time bound? Targeting the Summer Solstice, June 21, you have set the timeline for your goal. At just over 24 weeks for you to achieve this goal, and 1 pound a week to drop the 20, another yes to your resolution goal being smart. I know, you are saying that was 24 weeks ago Bob, but my vacation in now just eight weeks or less away. If you look at number 3 above, it is very safe and doable to drop a pound a week, so you still have time to drop some LB’s and start looking and feeling better ahead of vacation. It may not be 20+pounds, but it will be a great re-start in the right direction and get you in the right frame of mind to enjoy your summer break. If you need some help with an exercise or weight loss goal, seek the guidance of a Certified Fitness
Professional to assist you in creating a safe plan. Strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, nutrition coaching and recovery strategies are all required for you to succeed. All of the Certified Fitness Pros at Poston’s Fitness for Life are experienced in helping clients achieve their goals. Give us a call and let us help you make your recommitment to your health in 2017 more successful and enjoyable for you. As always, I wish you great health and fitness. 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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The Winning Playwrights Are… Dear Chesapeake Current readers, It is with great excitement that we announce the winners of the 12th Annual Kid's Playwriting Festival. We had around 30 submissions this year and believe me, every one of them gave our judges a run for their money in deciding on our six winners. Please know regardless of win or lose you are all shining stars just for taking the first step in entering the contest. We here at Twin Beach Players are consistently blown away by the talent of our youth. You all rock in our book and every one of you deserves a pat on the back for your efforts. Our six winning submissions this year are as follows: 1. Paige Plater for "Every Bully Has a Story" (Beach Elementary School)
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A Random Act Of Kindness Dear Chesapeake Current readers, I was out with my grandmother and cousin today and my grandmother offered to buy us a Starbucks. So we go to the Prince Frederick Starbucks. My cousin was visiting home, as he is in the Army and was in full fatigues. My grandmother gave the cash to my cousin and said - here you pay for it, you probably get a military discount. We placed our orders and my cousin asks if they offer a military discount. With out thinking about it the young man at the cash register, Isaiah, (who I would be surprised if he was even 20 years old), says yes! Of course we do. Whelp, I guess he was still training as the guy making the drinks quickly corrected him and informed us that Starbucks does not offer a military discount. This is ok. I know that
Starbucks supports our troops/vets in many other ways... feel free to do the research. Isaiah apparently is an aspiring Marine. Without any hesitation he says that’s OK... I'll pay for it. Isaiah then paid for not just my cousin’s drink, but all three of our drinks. This was a great act of kindness and generosity which I think deserves recognition. So, if you are in the area and need a caffeine fix, even if you don't generally like Starbucks, go pay Isaiah a visit and if you can, drop a buck or two in the tip jar... One good deed deserves another for sure. This demonstration of appreciation I witnessed today definitely does.
Dear Chesapeake Current readers, The Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth (3CY) would like to thank and recognize all the business sponsors and in-kind donators for our recent Champions for Children Community Awards Annual Banquet held at Kings Landing Park. We greatly appreciate your support for our programs and our county youth. We also thank the Calvert citizens who selflessly provide funds and their time each year, and dedicate themselves to advocating for resources for community youth and families. This year, we especially thank Bayside Toyota, our presenting sponsor, which graciously provided a generous donation for the event. We also thank the following businesses for their contributions: Calvert Marine Museum, Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa, Papa John’s Pizza, Ruddy Duck Brewery & Grill, Sneade’s Ace Home Center, Thursday's Bar & Grill, Town Council of Chesapeake Beach, Chesapeake Bounty, Adam’s Grille, Hair Cuttery, Verizon, Beverly’s Flowers and Gift. And, thank you to all the Calvert citizens who continually support the
3CY and its initiatives with their time and monetary donations. You make it possible for our nonprofit to continue its efforts to make Calvert the best community for young people. This includes; John and Gale Perryman, Tom and Sheila Hejl, William and Judy Seversen, Nancy Zinn, Carla Rose, Joe and Judy Milhalcik, Barbara and Jack Fringer, Dick and Sue Hu, Rhonda Crawley, and Mike King. For more information about 3CY or to contribute to our nonprofit electronically, go to Calvertkids.org or support us through the Combined Federal Campaign, the Maryland Charity Campaign or with your purchases at AmazonSmile/Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth. All of your donations remain local and assist us with advocacy and programs for youth and families of Calvert. We are grateful for your support over the past 19 years, and with the exception of a part time office assistant, we have sustained operations for our all-volunteer United Way partner organization. With Sincere Gratitude, Guffrie M. Smith
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Richard Wilbur Collins, III, age 23, of Owings, was born Dec. 12, 1993 and died May 20, 2017. See story on page 3 for details about his murder. Collins had just been commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army a few days before his death. He was to graduate from Bowie State University on May 23 with a degree in Business Administration; the degree was given to his parents. His cap and gown were draped over a chair in the front row at the graduation ceremony in his honor. Gordon Johnson, the special agent in charge of the FBI’s Baltimore field office, said in a news conference that Collins should be remembered as a “national treasure.” Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.
Robert L. Browning of Lusby passed peacefully away on Sun., May 14, 2017, at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC, at the age of 80. He was born Oct. 25, 1936 Robert is survived by two brothers – Allen Tayman (Linda) and Donald Tayman (Carlene), five nephews – Gregory (Lisa), Eric (Lauri), Joseph (Regina) and Mark Tayman and niece Stacy Whelan (Tony). He is also survived by nine great nephews and nieces – Ryan, Zack, Christopher, Dylan and Landon Tayman, Annie Yarbrough and Amber, Kaitlyn and Anthony Whelan, along with numerous other loving cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents John W. Browning and Nellie M. (Phipps) Tayman and two sisters Joan and Shirley Browning. Memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans, P O Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301, Horace Gabriel www.dav.org/spring. Baldwin, affectionately Lee Funeral Home Calvert in Owings known as "Bill" was handled arrangements. born Oct. 17, 1929. He passed away May 12, 2017. He was preceded Frank Samuel in death by his parents Dye, Sr., age 85, passed Victor and Mabel away May 21, 2017 at (Owens) Baldwin, his Southern Maryland loving wife Eleanor Ruth (Mazzullo) Baldwin, and Hospital in Clinton, all five of his brothers: Victor, Roy, Ambrose, MD. He was born April Bernard, and Carl (Shorty). 9, 1932 in Raven, VA He is survived by all of his descendants, his to Robey G. and children: Kimberly, Kevin, Kelly, and Kendall, a Marjorie Alice (Keene) daughter-in-law Dawn and a son-in-law Larry; his Dye. He was raised in Raven and after high school grandchildren, Tara, Tiffany, Natalie, Travis,Troy, Amanda, Gabrielle, and Matthew worked as a coal miner for 10 years. He married Norma Jane Hicks July 28, 1951 and his great-grandchildren, Alyssa,Eleanor, Layla, and they lived in Raven until moving to Riverdale, Gabriel, and Della. Born on a farm in Forestville, MD he met MD in 1963. Frank was employed for over 40 years by the love of his life, Eleanor in 5th grade. They later married and became great entrepreneurs, owning National Fence Company, owned and operated by and operating "The Salad Bowl," a restaurant and Jack Long, and was a production manager and bar, as well as Eastern Trans Waste, a very success- manufacturing supervisor, retiring in 1997. In retirement, Frank and his wife Jane moved ful trash and recycling business, serving the White to Myrtle Beach, SC, and after Jane’s passing he House and Navy Yard. He enjoyed dining out, an occasional cigar, returned to live with his son Sam in Hughesville in playing cards, and spending time with his family. 2013. Frank was a member of the Moose Lodge in He was a great man that helped many people. He will be greatly missed. College Park and Murrells Inlet, SC when residing Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled there. arrangements. Frank excelled in math and had an uncanny
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command of numbers, dates and computations. In his leisure time, Frank enjoyed gambling, especially playing slots at Abner’s. He loved sports, and played semi-pro baseball in his youth. He was a fan of the Nationals, the Redskins, and NASCAR, especially Dale, Sr. and Dale Earnhardt, Jr. He is survived by a son Frank Samuel “Sam” Dye, Jr. and wife Sandra of Hughesville, daughters Patsy G. Reed and husband Wayne of Owings; Pamela L. Nicholson and husband Kevin of Chesapeake Beach; and Jeanette G. Stanley of North Myrtle Beach. Also surviving are grandchildren Sam and Michael Dye, Tiffany Naecker, Wayne Reed, Jr., Kevin Nicholson, Jr., and Kenneth Nicholson, great-grandchildren Cadence, Caleb, Sophia, Layla, Camryn, Chloe, Brooks, Madison and Kylie and sister Judy Compton of Cleveland, OH and Maybelline Dye of Raven, VA. Frank was preceded in death by his wife Jane in 2006, a daughter Mary Alice Hill, a son Leslie Ray Dye, brothers James, Willard, Danny L. and Junior E. Dye and sisters Ivory J. Horn and Flossie M. Hurt. Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.
Stephan “Dink” Matthew Whitehurst, Jr., age 27, of Chesapeake Beach, passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2017, at George Washington University Hospital with his family by his side. Stephan, beloved son of Stephan “Matt” Matthew Whitehurst, Sr. and Wanda (Dillon) Whitehurst, was born on Nov. 22, 1989, in Annapolis. Stephan loved his job working on crab boats. To say he loved being out on the Chesapeake Bay is an understatement. Stephan loved spending time with his son, and being “Uncle Dink” to his niece and nephew. His quick wit and goofy smile was guaranteed to light up a room, and make everyone laugh. He had a gift for being able to turn a bad day into a great one with his unique outlook on life. He never took a day spent with his family for granted, and usually was already planning the next adventure. He was always momma’s boy, and made sure to let his siblings know every chance he got. Stephan was not only a son, but was best friends with his dad. Stephan and his siblings had a special bond; whether it was sitting around with Rob, talking about the next fishing adventure; or telling Danielle that she wasn’t moving to her beach house without him, or all three recounting all the inside jokes and memories from when they were kids. In addition to his parents, Stephan is survived by his 8-year-old son, Stephan Matthew Whitehurst III; sister, Danielle Dillon (Jim Taylor); brother, Robert Whitehurst; nephew and niece, Jaden and Skylar Whitehurst, maternal grandmother, Maryanne Dillon, and several beloved aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is preceded by his paternal grandparents, Mary C. and Phillip D. Whitehurst Sr. and maternal grandfather, Robert “Bob” Dillon. A memorial fund has been set up for Stephan’s son, “Baby Dink.” To make a donation, go to this web site: gofundme.com/ the-whitehurst-family. A memorial service to celebrate Stephan’s life will be announced at a later date. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Doris Estelle Froman, age 95, passed away May 25, 2017. She was born in Washington, D.C. in 1921 and graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1940. She began her career as a clerk typist with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) at their headquarters in Washington, D.C. She worked her way up to become Director of Purchasing, a position she held until her retirement in 1981. Doris never married, but was like a mother to her many nieces and nephews. Known for her quick wit and funny stories, she brought joy to those around her. She enjoyed traveling throughout her life, visiting five continents. Her travels included trips to Rome, Italy, where she was blessed to have had two personal audiences with Pope Paul VI. She is survived by nieces Lynn Kuhn and husband Charles of Owings, Robin Whitman and husband Stephen of Owings and June Bowker and husband Max of Thurmont, nephews Robert Donaldson and wife Joan of Edgewater, Timothy Donaldson and wife Sheila of Owings and William Froman, Jr. and wife Judy of Bishopsville. She is also survived by 18 great nieces and nephews and numerous great-great nieces and nephews. Doris was preceded in death by her parents, Eldridge and Florrie Froman, sister Mary L. Donaldson and brothers Earl and William Froman, Sr., nephews Steven Donaldson and Earl Froman, Jr. and niece Beverly Pearl. Memorial donations may be made to: Little Sisters of the Poor, 4200 Harewood Road NE, Washington DC 20017. Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.
Elsie Ann Hardesty, age 85, of Prince Frederick passed away peacefully on May 23, 2017 in Prince Frederick. She was born on April 8, 1932 in Prince Frederick to the late George and Mamie Wood. Mrs. Hardesty lived her whole life in Calvert County. She was a loving mother who enjoyed nothing more than spending time with her family and providing a family for others as a foster parent. She also found that the secret to staying young was to spend as much time with little children, she found them to be so full of energy and life. Some of her other interests included cooking, flower gardening, fishing, boating and the holiday times. Mrs. Hardesty is survived by her children Cheryl Stallings of Huntingtown, MD; Edmond Hardesty, Jr. of Lexington Park; George M. Hardesty of Linthicum, MD; Barbara Hoydt of North Carolina; and Marsha S. Hardesty of Virginia Beach, VA. She is also survived by 20 grandchildren, 42 great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. Besides her parents she was predeceased by
her husband, Edmond B. Hardesty, Sr. and son, Gary S. Hardesty; as well as her siblings; George Wood, Carroll Wood, Ethel Marshall, Edna Erich, Garland Wood, and Mildred Carroll. Memorial contributions may be made to Waters Memorial Church 5400 Mackall Road, St. Leonard MD 20685. Rausch Funeral Home in Port Republic handled arrangements.
Norman R. Hurley was born to Charles Hurley and Priscilla Jones on Oct. 29, 1922. They were residents of Chesapeake Beach. His brothers and sisters were: Charles Hurley Jr. (Inez), Tyme Hurley (Pauline); Thomas Hurley, (Mattie ); Alice Hurley(Cecil); Sarah (Willie ); Maggie (Murphy); Ida (Ben ); Calvin Hurley(Annie) Carlton (Doris) and Thelma (John). Norman married Bertha Harrod of Plum Point. From this union he had three children, Louise, Betty (deceased) and Alice. Norman married Arthelia Franklin on Nov. 14, 1954. From this union were seven children; Norman Jr, (deceased) Linda, Kenneth, Glenwood, and Norma. Arthelia had two children before marrying Norman; Millicent Franklin and Hilton Franklin (deceased). From these two marriages came a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, daughters-in-law and sons-in-law. Norman worked various jobs in his early childhood. He worked for the Hoopers and later he worked for the Norfolk Dairy. He also worked at the Washington Suburban Sanitation Commission (WSSC) for 15 years, and lastly for the Trotts of Dunkirk as a produce attendant. Norman was a faithful member of Cooper’s United Methodist Church for many years. He was a member of the Cooper’s United Methodist Men and the Sanctuary Choir. He was also a Trustee member and Praise and Worship Leader, until Nov. 2014, when he was no longer able to attend. Norman used to walk to St. Edmond’s United Methodist Church with his mother at a young age in the evenings. Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.
Genevieve Walls Jezisek, 95, of Alexandria, VA, former resident of Clinton and Calvert County, passed away April 20, 2017, surrounded by family. She was born in Blue Mountain, AK on Sept. 30, 1921, to the late Luke and Pearl Walls. Genevieve graduated high school in 1939 and attended Arkansas Tech, studying psychology. She also received a scholarship from high school to attend business school. Upon completion of business school, she
worked for a local telephone company and a company that made bullets. In 1941, Genevieve moved to Washington, D.C. to work for the Federal Public Housing Authority. She met musician, Frank Jezisek, while attending a Navy Band Concert. After dating only six months, they married on Nov. 25, 1944. Frank and Genevieve built their home on Piscataway Road in Clinton, where they raised their family on their farm. Genevieve was a Girl Scout leader and member of the Clinton Homemakers. She moved to Calvert County in the mid 1990's and stayed until moving to VA in 2013. Genevieve loved life and lived it to the fullest. She had a wonderful sense of humor and loved to tell or hear a good joke. Her hobbies included crocheting, bird watching, traveling, swimming, playing bingo and dancing. Genevieve enjoyed spending time with friends and family, especially her grandchildren. Although many people called her Ginny, most knew her as "Mema." She is survived by her children, Paula Hanson (James), Susan Altemus (Ron), Frances Jezisek and John Jezisek (Dana). Grandchildren, Shelley Polko (John), Sherry Dennison (Dink), Shirley Posten and Jacob Altemus (Abigail); great-grandchildren, Jessica Moser, Logan Polko, Abigail Posten, Miranda Posten and Caroline Posten; and great-great-granddaughter, Laniya Harris. Genevieve was preceded in death by her parents, Luke and Pearl Walls, husband, Frank Jezisek, brother James Walls, sister-in-law Zona Walls and nephew Jimbo Walls. Visitation will be Sat., June 24 at noon followed by a Life Celebration Service at 1:00 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, 8325 Mount Harmony Lane, Owings MD 20736 Memorial contributions may be made to: Children’s National Medical Center, 111 Michigan Ave NW, Washington DC 20010. Rausch Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
Gladys Marie Keefe, age 86, of Chesapeake Beach passed away May 9, 2017 at her residence. She was born May 26, 1930 in Washington, D.C. to Chas and Gladys (Bradley) Reynolds. Gladys was employed as a union representative with Local 42 Bookbinders Union. Her final days were spent at home surrounded by her loving family and friends that she touched in so many ways. Gladys volunteered many years at Catholic Charities and the Help Association and enjoyed the friendships she made there. She is survived by her son Stephen J. Keefe and wife Patti of Chesapeake Beach, 4 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren, daughter in law Diane Keefe and numerous nieces and nephews. Gladys was preceded in death by her husband William Seymour, sons Richard and James "Larry" Keefe,
great-granddaughter Lily Strickler and sister Betty Buckmaster. Memorial donations may be made to Calvert Hospice, North Beach Volunteer Fire Department or the Help Association in Owings. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Elizabeth Diane Irzinski of Huntingtown passed away on Fri., May 12, 2017, at the age of 75. She was born on May 29, 1941, in Nashville, TN, to Donna Aileen (Hughston) and Carnie Lester Monts De Oca. Elizabeth loved children and became a schoolteacher, retiring from the Montgomery County School System in 2003. After retiring, she volunteered at the Huntingtown Elementary and at Vacation Bible School. She enjoyed watching the dolphins, beach sunrises, college football and cheering for the Florida Gators. Her greatest enjoyment was spending time with her grandchildren. They were the light of her life. Elizabeth was the beloved wife of the late Edward Paul Irzinski, who passed away in 1986. She was the loving mother of Elizabeth D. Wood and her husband Craig and Andrea L. Goren and her husband Todd. She was the devoted grandmother of William and Christian Wood and Hannah and Elani Goren. Memorial contributions may be made in Elizabeth’s memory to: American Cancer Society, 1041 MD Rt. 3 North, Building A, Gambrills, MD 21054 or The Wounded Warriors Project, P O Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675 - or Humane Society of Calvert County, Attn: Kelly, 2210 Dalrymple Road, Sunderland, MD 20689. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Robert W. Layser of Deale passed away peacefully on Fri. May 19, 2017 at his home in Deale. He was born Aug. 17, 1930. Robert is survived by his wife, Vera (Ron) Layser, a daughter Barbara (Bobbie Lynn) Dimichele and her husband Peter Dimichele and his grandchildren Michael Dimichele, Rachael Deloache and her husband Greg Deloache. He was preceded in death by his parents Lester S. and Esther V. (Whittington) Layser and his brother Lester Layser. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Joyce I. Montgomery, age 81, of Owings, passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2017, peacefully at her home. She was born in Salina, KS, the daughter of the late Sanford and Hildegard (Leaman) Jameson on Sept. 17, 1935. She was the beloved wife of Ernest G. "Ernie" Montgomery. They celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary in April. She worked as a receptionist in a veterinarian's office and enjoyed crabbing, fishing, raising animals and spending time with her grandchildren and her family. Along with her husband she is survived by four daughters; Lynda, Tina, Sheila, and Susan, seven grandchildren; Rick, Brian, Marlee, Christina, Jocelyn, Ethan, and Billy, three great-grandchildren; Brooke, Ricky, and Lane. She also has two fur-babies "Boomer" and "Rattler." Contributions in her name may be made to Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
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Helen May McNeil, age 79, of Prince Frederick passed away May 9, 2017 at her residence. She was born Oct. 10, 1937 in Washington, D.C. to Robert V. and Helen M. (Gibbs) Speiden. She was raised in the Washington area, living in Columbia Park and Carmody Hills, MD. She graduated from Bladensburg High School in 1955. She met and married Lauren Dean “Breadman” McNeil Dec. 31, 1957 and they lived in Palmer Park, MD until moving to Prince Frederick in 1968. Helen was employed in food services with Calvert County Schools, and was the cafeteria manager at Calvert High School prior to retiring in 2008. Helen played softball in her youth and in high school, and enjoyed bowling, playing solitaire, raising sheep dogs and her cat, and spending time with friends and family, especially her granddaughter. She is survived by sons Mark K. McNeil of Benedict, Dennis M. McNeil of Washington, D.C. and Christopher P. McNeil of Prince Frederick, her granddaughter Taylor L.C. McNeil, a brother Charles E. “Buck”
Speiden of Churchton, and a sister Catherine Vann of Fort Valley, VA. Helen was preceded in death by her husband and parents, sisters Gertrude Bean and Josephine Noone, and brothers Robert “Sonny” Speiden, Jr. and Ronald R. Speiden. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Craig Ronald Milligan, age 21, of St. Leonard passed away on May 19, 2017. Born Feb. 27, 1996 in Prince Frederick, he was the son of Ron and Cindy Milligan of St. Leonard. He was the youngest of three children. Craig attended Calvert Middle and Calvert High School and worked in the construction field. He was a very outgoing and friendly person. Craig had a way of making everyone laugh and have fun with his goofy sense of humor. Craig accomplished many things and each was an adventure. His infectious smile will never be forgotten. He enjoyed fishing and boating on the Patuxent River and Chesapeake Bay, working on his trucks, hosting bon fires for his friends and riding dirt bikes and four wheelers.
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His son Curtis was his pride and joy and he loved spending time with his family and friends. Craig was a loving father, son, brother, and grandson and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Craig is survived by his parents, Ron and Cindy Milligan of St. Leonard; his son, Curtis Milligan; his sisters, Julia (Milligan) Humke of McKinney, TX and Colleen Milligan of California, MD; maternal grandmother, Joan Wooten of St. Leonard; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Ray Wooten, and his paternal grandparents, Frances and George Milligan. Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.
Zosimo "Antonio" Topacio Monzon, age 90, of Lothian passed away on May 13, 2017, surrounded by family. Antonio was born in 1926, and was one of four children born in Imus, Cavite City, Philippines to the late Florencio Reyes Monzon and Teofista Topacio. Antonio was a retired United States Navy Master Chief, with a distinguished career spanning 32 years in the U.S. Navy from 1946-1978. He was permanently stationed at the White House and served seven presidents, often accompanying them in their travels. During the Nixon and Ford Administration, he was the Presidential Valet and traveled extensively around the world, most memorably to China and Russia. After retiring from the Navy, while still at the White House, he began a 10-year civil service career and retired in 1988 during the Reagan Administration. He is survived by his daughter, Carla and his sons Zosimo Jr. and Ricardo; daughter-in-law Carol; seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Thelma Jane and son Tony and his sisters Juanita, Rebecca and brother Romeo. Interment with military honors will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family is accepting contributions towards a memorial bench. George P. Kalas Funeral Home in Edgewater handled arrangements.
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especially the newspaper, and she was a fan of most sports including baseball, college basketball and golf. She is survived by her grandchildren, Kathleen O’ Halloran, Thomas “TJ” O’ Halloran, III, Michael O’ Halloran and Kimberly Shoe and 14 great-grandchildren. Her husband, Thomas O’ Halloran, Sr. predeceased her, as have her son, Thomas O’ Halloran, Sr., daughter, Mary Ellen Shoe, sister, Jane Rollman and brothers John, Donald, Robert and Bernard McDonald. Memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, PO Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202 or online at lls.org. Raymond-Wood Funeral Home in Dunkirk handled arrangements.
Edward H. Nichols, age 86, passed away on May 14, 2017. Born on Nov. 29, 1930 in Washington, DC, son of the late Clyde and Martha (Lynn) Nichols. He was born Nov. 29, 1930. He was employed by the Pipe Coverers Union, Local #24 for many years before retiring in 1986. He is survived by five daughters; Veronica Orsini (John), Debra Jones (Tony), Lorraine Nichols, Belina Lee, and Mary Beth Elmore (K.C.) and son David Nichols (Sharon). He was the grandfather of 11 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and also survived by other family and friends. He was the beloved husband of the late Agnes (Dailey) Nichols who passed in 2012. He was also preceded in death by his son Edward H. Nichols, Jr. in 2000. Memorial contributions in his name may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, 635 West Lexington St., Baltimore, MD 21201 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at stjude.org/memorial. Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.
Peggy Sue Pugh, age 52, of Lothian, passed away on Wed., May 17, 2017 at her home in Lothian. Peggy was born in Washington, D.C. on June 17, 1964 and grew up in Prince
George’s County. Peggy was beloved by all who knew her and touched the lives of many people. She was the band and theater mom for many students at Southern High School. Her students and coworkers at the Center of Applied Technology South loved her dearly. She loved animals, especially her fur babies Katie and Misae, as well as her grand fur babies Princess Buttercup and Kuro. Love was something Peggy did well, and anyone who had the pleasure of meeting her learned this very quickly. She will be dearly missed. Peggy is survived by her beloved husband, George Pugh of Lothian; three devoted sons,
Shawn, Ryan, and Kyle; and her brothers, Butch, John, Bill, and Michael. She was preceded in death by her sister, Virginia Thomas; her mother, Virginia Carter; and her father, George Johnson. George P. Kalas Funeral Home in Edgewater handled arrangements.
Fred Rudolph Reh, age 88, of Owings passed away at his home on May 15, 2017. He was born in Washington, DC on Sept. 15, 1928. He served in the United States Navy and Marine Corps before dedicating his life to law enforcement. Mr. Reh followed in his father’s footsteps and joined the Prince George’s County Police department in 1961. He was a detective for 16 years. He was also a member of the Hyattsville City Police Department, serving as a detective for three years. Mr. Reh is survived by his wife of three years, Helene; daughter, Cindy Barnett of Owings; three grandchildren, Jennifer Reh Gardiner, Christopher B. Barnett, Jr. and Shane Barnett and five great-grandchildren. His first wife, Dorothy; son, Fred, III and sisters, Julia Osborne and Maude Dennison predeceased him. In thanks for their kind assistance, memorial contributions may be made to Calvert Hospice, PO Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or online at calverthospice.org.
Frances Adelle Rosch, age 95, of Solomons, died May 23, 2017, at Asbury-Solomons. Born Nov. 3, 1921, to William and Anna Louise Butler of Richmond, VA, Frances later married her late husband, William John Rosch, on April 2, 1944. They moved to Washington, D.C., then to Oxon Hill, and after his death in 1959 she raised their four children. Frances retired as an executive secretary at Bell Atlantic in Washington, D.C. She enjoyed spending time with friends and family, and made friends everywhere she went. Frances moved to Asbury-Solomons in 2004 and made several friends, including members of the staff. It was not uncommon for Frances to start dancing when she heard music, often encouraging those around her to dance with her. She was a longtime member of Oxon Hill Lutheran Church where she participated on the altar guild and enjoyed taking part in charity fundraiser walks along with many other church activities. She also enjoyed spending time with her senior exercise group in Oxon Hill. Frances began attending Trinity Lutheran Church in Lexington Park after moving to
Solomons in 2004. She is survived by her son William E. Rosch and wife Arlene (Saul); daughter, Kathryn Phillips and husband Dennis; son, Walter James Rosch and wife Elayne (Ellison); son, Karl Rosch and fiancee Vanessa Javins; seven grandchildren: Michelle Glodeck (Rosch), Carl Eric Rosch; William, Jonathan and Gretchen Phillips and Sarah and Lauren Rosch; seven great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she is preceded in death by her brothers, William and Northrop Butler. A Life Celebration Service will be held Fri., June 9 at 2:30 p.m. at the Asbury~Solomons Auditorium, 11100 Asbury Circle, Solomons MD 20688. Burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Asbury~Solomons Benevolent Care Fund, Attn. Patrick O'Toole, 11100 Asbury Circle, Solomons MD 20688. Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.
cooking, gardening and flowers. Margaret is survived by her husband Richard Lewis Tawney, daughter Michelle L. Tawney of Chesapeake Beach, siblings William E. “Genie” Wilkerson and wife Vera of Chesapeake Beach, Morris Vernon Wilkerson and wife Gloria of Dunkirk, Charles Fred Wilkerson and wife Sharon of Cheswald, DE; Evelyn Mae Poole of Lothian, Judy E. Jenkins of Owings and Betty Sue Long and husband Charlie of Cape Coral, FL; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother, Charles Donald Catterton. Visitation will be Thurs., June 1 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. Her funeral service will be Fri., June 2 at 11:00 a.m. at Rausch Funeral Home – Owings.
Catherine Lynn Standa, age 55, of Lusby, passed away May 10, 2017 at her residence. Born on Feb. 22, 1962 in Johnstown, PA, she was the daughter of Joseph John Standa and Roberta Louise (Riblett) Standa. Catherine graduated from Largo High School in 1980 and attended the College of Southern Maryland. She moved to Calvert County from Prince George’s County, MD in 1989. She worked as a Behavioral Health Case Manager for the Calvert County Health Department. Catherine enjoyed being a beachcomber, visiting distant shores. She was a mental health activist, an avid Steelers fan, an avid motorcyFlorence Estelle clist riding for pleasure and for just cause Wallach, age 96, of benefits, and was a member of the MechanicsSolomons passed away ville Moose Lodge #495. May 15, 2017. She was Catherine is survived by her parents, born January 17, 1921 Roberta and Joseph Standa; her children, Tina in Alexandria, VA to Standa and Toni Swider of Lusby; two Walter Clark and Mary grandchildren; and her siblings. Virginia (Wright) Memorial contributions may be made to Slocombe. your local behavioral or mental health charity. Florence was raised in SE Washington, D.C. Rausch Funeral Home handled arrange- and graduated from Eastern High School. Margaret Savage ments. She was employed as a secretary with was born Apr. 16, McArdle Printing Company, retiring in 1984. 1936 in Charleston Florence spent winters in St. Petersburg, FL South Carolina to the and also had a residence in Breezy Point, before late Lillian Sherman Margaret Rosalie moving to Solomons in October of 1996. Tawney, age 57, of Florence will be remembered as the and the late Jasper Brandywine passed matriarch of her family who enjoyed being in Edward. She passed away May 29, 2017 at charge. She also enjoyed traveling, ceramics, away May 17, 2017. her residence. She was partying and having a good time. Margaret with her grandmother Essie born Dec. 22, 1959 in She is survived by her cousin Karin Hileman Sherman and mother Lillian relocated to Harlem, Prince Frederick to of Owings, nieces Kathleen Grimes of Carroll NY where she attended elementary and junior Morris Nathaniel and County, MD; Jacqueline D’Ambile of FL; Cherie high school. Later she attended Washington Beulah Mae (Catter- Slocombe of Dalton, GA; Terrilynda Torrano of Irving High School and graduated in 1953. ton) Wilkerson. Margaret was raised in Calvert After graduation she met and married County and graduated from Northern High San Francisco, CA; Emily Silviera of Jacksonville, FL and Patricia Poss of Boone, NC; nephews Luther James Savage and within that union four School in 1977. Barry Barnes of Port Republic, Walter Clyde children was born. They relocated to Fort Greene She married Richard Tawney on Feb. 10, Slocombe and William Kevin Slocombe both of in Brooklyn, NY and later purchased a home in 1977 and they lived in North Beach before Edgewater. She is also survived by cousin John D. East New York (Brooklyn). moving to Brandywine in 2008. Fore of Treasure Island, FL and numerous great Margaret was a nurturing mother and caring Margaret was primarily a homemaker and nieces and nephews. person to her children, family and friends. worked at Prince Frederick Motors for 12 years. Florence was preceded in death by her She worked at various types of jobs until she Margaret was a member of Mt. Harmony-Lower husband Robert Wilson Wallach. retired from the New York City Police Depart- Marlboro United Methodist Church and in her Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled ment as an Administrative Assistant. In between leisure time she enjoyed collecting angels, arrangements. working and taking care of the family she was a person who loved to travel and loved to go to the Casinos. She also loved to dance. In 2003 she along with her family relocated Now Offering... to Maryland, where she would enjoy the rest of her retirement. AUSCH REMATORY P.A. She leaves to cherish her memories: her children, Maria Ann Terry, Jeffry Keith Savage Calvert County’s and Mary Ellen Savage Burgos; daughter-in-law; ONLY On-site Crematory Oshell Savage; grandchildren, Tamika Ann Savage, Charmon Savage, Johnathan Savage, Candice Savage, Seth Terry, Ivana Terry, Patrick Where Heritage and Life are celebrated. Reed: great-grandchildren, Charmon Savage Jr, Bryce Savage, Bryanna Savage, Dylan Savage; Serving Calvert, Anne Arundel, St. Mary’s, and Prince George’s Counties cousins, Deborah Hampton, Delores Herrera, Edna Meyers, Deborah Meyers, Donald Meyers, Lusby Owings Port Republic Desamka Meyers. 20 American Ln. 8325 Mount Harmony Ln. 4405 Broomes Island Rd. She is preceded in death by her eldest son, 410-326-9400 410-586-0520 410-257-6181 Gregory James Savage. Sewell Funeral Home in Price Frederick www.RauschFuneralHomes.com handled arrangements.
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Boaters Urged to “Ride Inside” As the boating season gets underway, state enforcement officials and partners are urging Maryland residents and visitors to take simple, proven steps to keep safe. Maryland Natural Resources Police and the U.S. Coast Guard held events in Ocean City and Annapolis to kick off the “Ride Inside” campaign to curtail the illegal and dangerous practice of riding on the bow of a moving motorized vessel. Bow riding was responsible for one death and three serious injuries last year. The fatal accident happened when a young boy riding on the front of a rented pontoon boat near Ocean City fell overboard and was swept into the propeller. “Take a seat inside the boat and make sure everyone else does, too,” Maryland Natural Resources Secretary Mark Belton said. “You wouldn’t let a family member or friend ride on the hood of a moving car. You shouldn’t ignore common-sense practices just because you’re on the water.” Bow riding is considered reckless and neglect operation. The penalty for first-time violators is a fine of up to $500. U.S. Coast Guard Lt. Commander Sara Wallace, chief of response for the Maryland-National Capital Region, noted that a propeller spinning a 3,200 revolutions per minute can inflict up to 160 cuts in one second and can travel from head to toe in less than one-tenth of a second. Natural Resources Police officers will be conducting saturation patrols and coordinating with the U.S. Coast Guard to stop bow riders. They also will be ensuring that boats have required safety equipment and that operators are sober. Last year, 17 people died in boating accidents on Maryland waterways. Three of the accidents took two lives and another accident killed three men. The victims ranged in age from 9 to 70. The vast majority of them were not wearing life jackets. “The industry is making safer boats and jet skis. Technology is taking the guesswork out of navigation and daily weather reports. It’s on all of us to do our part to
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complete the picture and make Maryland waters safer,” Natural Resources Police Superintendent Col. Robert K. “Ken” Ziegler Jr. said. “Certainly, there are things that are beyond your control or simply can’t be anticipated but by following some simple guidelines you can reduce your risk and pave the way to a trouble-free outing.” Here are some safety tips for boaters: - Make sure everyone on board has a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket. Children under the age of 13 are required to wear a life jacket aboard a boat less than 21 feet long. - Designate a sober skipper to stay at the helm and be responsible for returning the boat and its passengers safely to shore. - Don’t overcrowd the boat. Heed the boat’s capacity plate on the transom or by the helm, or look up the passenger capacity in the boat’s manual. - Chart a safe course and let someone on shore know where you are going and when you expect to return. - Check the weather and tides before you leave and use a weather radio or smartphone app to stay on top of local conditions. - Carry a cellphone in a waterproof pouch or have a marine radio and monitor VHF Channel 16.
Where to Go When It’s Too Hot Anne Arundel County will be opening Cooling Centers in response to oppressive heat, humidity and poor air quality when the National Weather Service forecasts high temperatures in the upper 80’s and low 90’s. The following locations will be available to provide cooling relief: The Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities will serve as cooling centers from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to provide cooling relief to vulnerable populations. Visiting children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The ones near to our readership area include: - Annapolis Senior Center: 119 South Villa Avenue, Annapolis - South County Senior Center: 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater The following Anne Arundel County Public Libraries will serve as cooling centers from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The ones closest to our readership area are: - Annapolis Regional Library: 1410 West Street, Annapolis - Deale Community Library: 5940 Deale-Churchton Road, Deale - Edgewater Community Library: 25 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater Anne Arundel County Police may also make the Community Rooms at their stations available as cooling centers. Rnts requiring transportation to any cooling center should contact the Department of Aging and Disabilities during normal business hours, Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at (410) 222-0022 when there is excessive heat. All centers are accessible, air-conditioned, and have water and restroom facilities. Medical care is not available and anyone experiencing or observing a medical emergency should call 911. Pets are not allowed in any cooling centers. Accommodations will be made for service animals. During the summer, all County citizens/residents are encouraged to do the following: - Drink more fluids (non-alcoholic), regardless of your activity level. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink. Warning: If your doctor generally limits the amount of fluid you drink or has you on water pills, ask them how much you should drink while the weather is hot. - Don’t drink liquids that contain alcohol or large amounts of sugar – these actually cause you to
lose more body fluid. Also, avoid very cold drinks, because they can cause stomach cramps. - Stay indoors and, if at all possible, stay in an air-conditioned place. If your home does not have air-conditioning, go to an air-conditioned public place or a County cooling center–even a few hours spent in air conditioning can help your body stay cooler when you go back into the heat. - Electric fans may provide comfort, but when the temperature is in the high 90s, fans will not prevent heat-related illness. Taking a cool shower or bath, or moving to an air-conditioned place is a much better way to cool off. - Wear lightweight, lightcolored, loose-fitting clothing. - NEVER leave anyone (or pets) in a closed, parked vehicle. Although any one at any time can suffer from heat-related illness, some people are at greater risk than others. Check regularly on: - Infants and young children - People ages 65 or older - People who have a mental illness - Those who are physically ill, especially with heart disease or high blood pressure, and/or the disabled Visit adults at risk at least twice a day and closely watch them for signs of heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Infants and young children, of course, need much more frequent monitoring.
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CURRENT EVENTS Calvert Hospice Volunteers’ Training Seeking volunteers to sit with patients, help in the Calvert Hospice office, work at the new location of the Shoppe for Hospice, serve as a buddy for a child at Camp Phoenix, facilitate the Bridges support group, or assist at other special events in the community. Training consists of three mandatory sessions: Thu., Jun. 8 from 6:00–9:00 p.m.; Fri., Jun. 9 from 6:00–9:00 p.m.; and Sat., Jun. 10 from 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Volunteering for Calvert Hospice is a rewarding way to give back to the community. For more info contact Amanda Peterson (410) 535-0892 x4003 or apeterson@calverthospice.org. The Volunteer Application can be downloaded from: calverthospice.org/volunteer. CSM Kids’ and Teen College A more than 30-year proven program of enrichment opportunities designed to expand a student's idea of what is possible. Options for children ages 5 to 14. Approximately 300 classes are offered mornings and afternoons over eight weeks at all CSM campuses.9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Extended day child care available from 7:00-9:00 a.m. and 4:00-6:00 p.m., Jun. 19-Aug. 11, College of Southern Maryland, La Plata, Leonardtown and Prince Frederick campuses. Visit csmd.edu/programs-courses/non-credit/youth-family-programs/kids-and-teen-college/. Monday Memories House and Garden Tours Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, 10515 Mackall Rd., St. Leonard. 10:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. Mondays in Jun. For more information call (410) 586-8501 or visit jefpat.org.
The 2017 schedule will include expanded weekday hours in addition to our existing expanded weekend hours. Drop by with family and friends to visit the Museum or attend one of our many free events co-sponsored by the Museum and the Friends of the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum.
a.m. Calvert Marine Museum 14200 Solomons Island Rd. Visit calvertorchrun.com to register you or your team. Contact Sherry Drahiem (410) 535-1600 x2450 or Det. Sarah Jernigan (410) 535-1600 x2772 to purchase a shirt/hat or for more info.
Bay Blues A collaborative exhibit by a diverse group of artists who present a variety of media with each sensational piece evocative of the distinctive spirit of the Chesapeake Bay. Bay Blues opens with a preview night on Fri., Jun. 2, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Opening reception on Sat., Jun. 3 from 2:00-5:00 p.m. The exhibit will run through Jun. 25. Artworks@7th, 8905 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach. Gallery Hours are Thu.-Sun., 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., and, 11:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. on the first Friday of each month. (410) 286-5278 or .artworksat7th.com, or facebook.com/Artworkat7th.
Sunday, June 4
From the Earth The calvART Gallery Clay Artists explore the Earth through clay. Reception Jun. 10 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Show runs from Jun. 7 thru Jul. 2. calvART Gallery located in the Prince Frederick Center. calvART Gallery is a program of the Arts Council of Calvert County. Visit calvartgallery.org or call (410) 535-9252.
Children's Day on the Farm: 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, 10515 Mackall Rd., St. Leonard. For more information call: (410) 586-8501 or visit jefpat.org. Family Sundae Sundays! Relax and enjoy an ice cream sundae, play croquet, badminton, or try your hand at Art in the Garden. Regular Sundae: $3, Kid's sundae: $1.50. Captain Avery Museum, 1418 E. Shady Side Rd., Shady Side. (410) 867-4486. Mountain Laurel Guided Hike: 1:00-3:00 p.m. American Chestnut Land Trust, 676 Double Oak Rd., Prince Frederick. (off Dares Beach Rd.) More info and registration, email info@acltweb.org or call (410) 414-3400.
The Art of Recycling: Local artists create art from recycled objects. Show and Summer Day Camps 4:00-7:00 p.m., Annmarie Sign up now for summer day camps in Jul. auction. and Aug. at the Calvert Marine Museum. Sculpture Garden, Dowell.
Programs are planned for children ages 5 to 14. Engaging every child’s interest, day Tuesday, June 6 camps are fun, affordable, educational, and led by professionals in the field. Visit the Sea Squirts: Mommas and Babies of the Weekday Hours Expanded The Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum in website at calvertmarinemuseum.com/442/Bay. Free drop-in program for children Chesapeake Beach is open seven days a week Day-Camps for a detailed listing of the 18-mos. to three yrs. and their caregivers. from 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. through August. programs and to register.
10:00-10:30 a.m. and 11:00–11:30 a.m. Also on Wed., Jun. 14. Calvert Marine house and the Museum Store are open. Museum, Solomons. Call (410) Thursday, June 1 5:00-8:00 p.m. Call (410) 326-2042 or 326-2042 or visit calvertmarinemusevisit calvertmarinemuseum.com for more um.com for more info. Ralph Eshelman Lecture: “Creepy info. Creatures and Sea Monsters: Fact and Fiction.” 7:00 p.m. Harms Gallery. Toast to Pets with Disabilities: A Blood Drive: The Shady Side CommuniCalvert Marine Museum, Solomons. Call wonderful night of wine tasting, food, ty Center is hosting a Blood Drive by the (410) 326-2042 or visit calvertmarinemu- music and a top notch silent auction. Anne Arundel Medical Center Blood seum.com for more info. Free! 6:00-10:00 p.m. $65. To purchase tickets Mobile on from 2:00-7:00 p.m. 1431 or to become a sponsor, please contact Snug Harbor Rd., Shady Side. Every petswithdisabilities.org. Running Hare blood donor is a hero and all successful Friday, June 2 Vineyard, 150 Adelina Rd., Prince donors will receive a free Bow Tie Cinema movie ticket! For more info, call (410) Frederick. Homeschool Day: Down by the Bay. 867-4599. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Flag Ponds Nature Park, Saturday, June 3 1525 Flag Pond Parkway, Prince FrederFriday, June 9 ick. Call (410) 535-5327 or (410) Calvert County Law Enforcement Torch 586-1477 or visit Run 5K: The Calvert County Sheriff’s Acoustic Music: For your listening calvertparks.org/fpp for more info. office presents the 2nd Annual Calvert pleasure, join us in the Lower Level First Free Friday: The Calvert Marine Torch Run 5K where participants run a Lounge to hear music from Ross CrampMuseum, Solomons, is open to the public certified 5K or 1-mile course (not timed) ton from 7:00-11:00 p.m. Compliments with docents in every gallery. Enjoy with local Law Enforcement as they carry of the American Legion Stallings 30-minute cruises on the Tennison. the actual Torch to support Special Williams Post 206, 3330 Chesapeake Entertainment is provided by Some Olympics Maryland. $35 registration Beach Rd. E., Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach. Assembly starting at 6:00 p.m. in the earns an Ultra Soft Cotton Tee Shirt. Sign Public welcome. For more info, call Harms Gallery. The Drum Point Light- up starts at 8:00 a.m. Race starts at 9:00 (410) 257-9878. ALPost206.org.
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Saturday, June 10 Yard Sale: North Beach Fire Department Auxiliary. 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. North Beach VFD, Rt. 261, Chesapeake Beach. Tables $15, or two for $25; must be reserved in advance. Contact Diana after 5:00 p.m. (410) 231-1775. Treasures Sale: Find great buys, gently used items, tools and perhaps an antique at All Saints’ Episcopal Church’s from 8:00 a.m. till noon inside Parish Hall. Intersection of Rts 2 & 4, Sunderland. Free admission; free parking. For info, call (443) 964-4344. Southern Maryland Acoustic Music Assembly: A day of song circles and acoustic jamming, followed by an evening concert, dinner, and contra dancing. Presented by Annmarie Garden, Calvert Library, and Southern Maryland Traditional Music & Dance. Admission, good for all day: $5/adults, $4/seniors & military, $3/youth; kids 5 & under free. 1:00-9:00 p.m. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Dowell Rd., Solomons. More info: visit annmariegarden.org or call (410) 326-4640. Country Dance: For a fun time, come to the Country Dance at the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206, Rt. 260, Chesapeake Beach. If you can't dance, teachers will be available to give instruction. One-hour lessons at 7:00 p.m.; dancing from 8:00 p.m. until midnight. $15/person includes soft drinks or draft beer and light munchies. Hosted by the American Legion 206 in the upper level Ballroom. For info call (410) 257-9878. Reservations: Lbloyer@verizon.net.
Sunday, June 11 Patuxent River Wade In: Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, 10515 Mackall Rd., St. Leonard. 1:00-3:00 p.m. For more information call (410) 586-8501 or visit jefpat.org. 2nd Sunday Farmer's Market: 1:00-4:00 p.m. American Chestnut Land Trust, Double Oak Rd., Prince Frederick. (off Dares Beach Rd.) info@acltweb.org or call (410)414-3400.
Tuesday, June 13 VA Benefits: Presenters describe benefits available to U. S. veterans and their families, share tips on accessing benefits, and respond to individual participant questions. Participants should bring a lunch. Calvert Hospice will provide dessert. 12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick campus, Rm. 237. Seating is limited. To register, visit calverthospice.org/education-seminars. Contact Jean Fleming (410) 535-0892 or jfleming@calverthospice.org for more information. Road Scholar Summer Music Series: Janie Meneely and Rob van Sante join forces for an evening of maritime music from the Chesapeake Bay and beyond. $10/door. 7:00 p.m. in the Harms Gallery, Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. Call (410) 326-2042 or visit calvertmarinemuseum.com for more info. Concert: Patty Reese Band. 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum. Sons Of The American Legion Meeting: Monthly meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the Upper Level Meeting Hall of the Post. All Members are urged to attend and make their voices heard. For more info, call Commander Ward (410)610-7217. ALPost206.org.
Wednesday, June 14 Senior Expo: The Calvert County Office on Aging encourages Calvert County senior citizens to attend the free 2017 Senior Expo and learn about a wide variety of legal and health issues they may be facing. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Middleton Hall, 4045 Renner Rd., Waldorf. For more info contact Tim Matis (410) 7704157 or register at seniorexpo2017.eventbrite.com. Flag Day Ceremony: Stallings-Williams American Legion Post 206 will conduct its Annual Flag Day Ceremony at 6:00 p.m. at the Post, outdoors upper level Parking Lot. All members and the public are invited to attend. For info call (410) 257-9878. ALPost206.org.
Thursday, June 15 Free Car Seat Checkup: Do you know if your child's car seat is safe? Find out at this free car seat checkup event! 3:00-6:00 p.m. Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department Co. 5, 3170 West Ward Rd. Learn more, call Maryland Kids in Safety Seats (KISS) at (800) 370-SEAT, or visit mdkiss.org.
Twin Beach Players Teen Production
Little Women
By Louisa May Alcott Directed by Rachel Clites Cruz
Weekends June 16 - 25
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:00 Sundays at 3:00
9021 Dayton Ave. North Beach MD 20714 General Admission $15 Students, Seniors & Members $12 TICKETS AVAILABLE AT
WWW.TWINBEACHPLAYERS.ORG Twin Beach Players is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization
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