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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is giving Dominion the go-ahead for its Cove Point LiquiďŹ ed Natural Gas (LNG) project. At the same time, the Calvert County Commissioners are extending public water and sewer to Cove Point and there’s word of a possible new escape route in the works. Read all about it on pages 16-18 in this issue of the Chesapeake Current‌ (Dominion Cove Point photos courtesy of Dominion).

Controversy Brews Over Veterans’ Park

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A new species of extinct tileďŹ sh that’s an estimated 16 million years old is being examined by archaeologists after it was recently discovered at Calvert Cliffs, according to the Calvert Marine Museum. This new tileďŹ sh is named “ereborensisâ€? after “Ereborâ€?: the elvish name for the Lonely Mountain in J.R.R. Tolkien’s legend “The Hobbit.â€? More about this fascinating creature in our In the Wild column on page 15‌

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Arrest Made in Davidsonville Murder A year and a half after she was found dead in her home along with her dog, Anne Arundel County Police report an arrest in the murder of Nicole Burgess of Davidsonville. Terrence Robert Proctor, age 37, of Hyattsville is charged with first-degree murder, second-degree murder and manslaughter. Police say they believe the crime was tied to their partnership in drug deals. Authorities say they found nothing to suggest their relationship was intimate or personal but revolved around drugs. Nicole C. Burgess, also age 37, of 3317 Royale Glen Court in Davidsonville died March 22, 2013 of multiple stab wounds. Her pitbull dog was also found stabbed to death at the scene as well. Anne Arundel County Police Chief Kevin Davis said at a news conference that homicide detectives interviewed countless witnesses and sorted through numerous pieces of evidence. They are still seeking additional information in the case. Anyone who might know anything is asked to call the Homicide Unit at (410) 222-4731. Those who might know something may also leave a message on the Criminal Investigation Division Tip Line at (410) 222-4700. Chief Davis says with this arrest, all murders in 2013 in Anne Arundel County have been closed. The national average is in the 60% range, he said.

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Lusby Man Indicted in Heroin Death A federal grand jury in Greenbelt this week has indicted Russell Edward Johnson, age 23, of Lusby, on charges of drug distribution, including one count of distribution of heroin resulting in death. “Heroin is quickly becoming the drug of choice, leaving in its wake countless victims who have succumbed to heroin related overdoses, and in some cases, death. Today, Mr. Johnson is charged with supplying heroin, causing the ultimate, tragic death of an innocent person. Heroin has claimed another casualty: a victim that could have been your brother, your father, or a friend,� said Special Agent in Charge Karl C. Colder of the Drug Enforcement Administration Washington Field Division. “This investigation was a collaborative effort of DEA and the United States Attorney’s Office, Calvert County Sheriff’s Department and the Calvert County State’s Attorney’s Office. Together we send a message that drug dealers will pay the price for their acts. DEA will use all resources at its disposal to investigate and arrest those individuals whose only motivation is greed and who carry with them a complete disregard for human life.� The four-count indictment alleges that on April 10, 2013, Johnson possessed oxycodone with the intent to distribute and that on July 11 and July 18, 2013, Johnson distributed heroin. Finally, the

indictment alleges that on July 18, 2013, Johnson distributed heroin and a person died as a result of using that heroin. Johnson faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 20 years and a maximum of life in prison for distribution of heroin resulting in death; and a maximum of 20 years in prison for each of the two counts of distribution of heroin and for possession of oxycodone with the intent to distribute. An initial appearance has not yet been scheduled. Johnson is currently detained on related state charges. An indictment is not a finding of guilt. An individual charged by indictment is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at some later criminal proceedings. United States Attorney Rod J. Rosenstein praised the DEA, Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, and Assistant State’s Attorney Lisa Ridge of the Calvert County State’s Attorney’s Office, for their work in the investigation. Mr. Rosenstein thanked Assistant United States Attorneys Arun G. Rao and Daniel C. Gardner, who are prosecuting the case. The indictment was announced by United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Rod J. Rosenstein; Special Agent in Charge Karl C. Colder of the Drug Enforcement Administration Washington Field Division; Calvert County Sheriff Evans; and Calvert County State’s Attorney Laura Martin.

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Battle Lines Again Drawn Over Veterans’ Park Chesapeake Beach Town Council has taken action that shoots down proposed repairs to Veterans Park at the bottom of the hill at MD Rts. 260 and 261. After a tough battle last year, $350,000 was included in the town’s 2014 budget, but the year ran out before the money was used, so it remained in the budget. However, a vote was required to carry it over into 2015. At the council’s Sept. meeting, a vote was three in favor (Council Members Pat Mahoney, Stewart Cumbo, and Bob Carpenter on a live video call from Africa) while Jeffrey Krahling, and Eric Reinhardt voted against it. Council Member Valerie Beaudin abstained from voting. Because she abstained, that prevented Mayor Bruce Wahl, himself a Viet Nam Veteran and outspoken supporter of maintaining the park, from casting a tie-breaking vote. The money would have been used for resurfacing the benches, which are stained, fixing the

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waterfall fountain, replacing lights and installing underground electrical needed for a public address system. In public comment leading up to the vote, many town residents and veterans spoke out in favor. Ray “Bomber” Nieves, an active member and past president of the Old Line chapter of the Nam Knights insisted, “We’re not asking you to do anything you shouldn’t do. We’re asking you to do something for the community, for the people who will visit here, for the veterans and those who have served this great country.” Nieves led a project last year to erect a memorial honoring Viet Nam Vets at the park. Those opposed to the park renovations cited money concerns. Beaudin said she felt the proposed $350,000 is “above and beyond” the necessary amount to adequately maintain the park. She added that she would be supportive of an ordinance once a list of park priorities is decided upon.

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Councilman Blasts Others For Park Decision Dear Chesapeake Current readers, Once again the actions of three members of the Chesapeake Beach Town Council have obstructed the process of maintaining and preserving our Chesapeake Beach Veteran’s Memorial Park. Mind you, this park is located at the intersection of Maryland Routes 260 and 261 in front of a pristine view of the Chesapeake Bay in a scenic somber location, and it was dedicated in 2001 as a testimonial to the heroes who sacrificed their lives in service to our country. What rational human beings could be against that? Well, there are three members of the Town Council who are! As a member of the Town Council I have been involved with the Memorial Park since its inception, and I chaired the committee that initiated the addition of the five black granite memorials representing the five branches of the Armed Forces and the headstone Memorials representing Police, Fire and EMS. Just recently, as a result of the efforts of our local Nam Knights Organization, a new Viet Nam Memorial was added to our Memorial Park. Subsequently, we have been listed in “The Memorial Day Foundation” listing our park as a National War Memorial Registry (memorialdayfoundation.org). Now, we have an obligation and duty to maintain our Veteran’s Memorial Park because there has been slow deterioration. The most obvious signs are the white effervescence or seepage from the mortar staining the stone surfaces and the waterfall, and problems with the pump system. A committee was formed last year to evaluate the condition and to make recommendations for repairs and upgrades. Consequently, funding was approved in last year’s town budget to move forward with those renovations. This year, after preparation for bids, a contractor was found to perform the work. However, at the town council meeting on Thurs., Sept. 18, two

ordinances were introduced for a vote: The first to transfer the funding for this project from last year’s budget to this year’s budget, and the second to award the contract in order to begin construction. This funding is a decision which was made last year in the best interest of the town and supported by the majority of residents. Nevertheless, after the work of the committee having funded the project, having gone to bid and having selected a contractor to perform the renovations, Council Members Jeff Krahling and Eric Reinhardt voted “ NO” to reallocate funding. Councilman Woman Valerie Beaudin “Abstained” from the vote. (Council Woman Beaudin’s abstention is significant because her action single handidly killed the ordinance to reallocate the previously approved funding.) Council Woman Beaudin knew that Councilmen Mahoney, Carpenter and I (Cumbo) supported the ordinance. Her opposition along with Krahling and Reinhard would have presented a 3 – 3 tie vote enabling the Mayor (who supported the ordinance) to break the tie in favor of reallocation. Note: Beaudin abstained knowing that her failure to cast a “NO’ vote would prevent a tie and would, therefore, “kill” the ordinance. It is unfortunate that a small town, patriotic and proud of their veterans and their Veteran’s Park that provides the opportunity to remember and honor national and local heroes in a peaceful setting along the Chesapeake Bay, could be so easily and quickly deprived of such. The actions of three members of the Chesapeake Town Council prevent funding to maintain the Chesapeake Beach Memorial Park , thereby, dishonoring our heroes who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty to country. This is indeed a shame. Stewart Cumbo, Councilman Town of Chesapeake Beach

Discussions on New Park Plans The Calvert County Division of Parks and Recreation and Division of Natural Resources are hosting a public meeting Thurs., Oct. 2 at 7:00 p.m., at the Northeast Community Center in Chesapeake Beach to present the final draft of the master plan for a new park to be located on Ward Road in Dunkirk. The Master Plan Steering Committee will present the draft park master plan which has been developed based on the identified needs of the county and the input provided during a June 2014 public

meeting. The Oct. 2 meeting will be the final opportunity for citizens to view the plan and provide input toward its refinement. Parks and Recreation and Natural Resources are developing a master plan for the 209-acre property, which was purchased by the county in Fiscal Year 2013. The purchase was funded by the Calvert County Youth Recreational Opportunities Fund, a state grant administered by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.

County Continues Search for Library Site Anne Arundel County officials say they’re still looking for a good site for a new regional library to serve South County. In recent talks regarding property on the corner of Somerville Road and Solomons Island Road (MD Route 2), the property owners notified Anne Arundel County Public Library that they are not interested in selling the land. The four-acre property, divided by the city-county line, currently houses a plumbing supplies store and a garden center. The owner, TS Realty, said that the property is not currently on the market and that the company has no plans to sell. The library system studied the Somerville site as a candidate for the location of the Annapolis Regional Library, a 65,000 square foot structure that will serve Annapolis and southern Anne Arundel County residents from Arnold to Deale. In a grading rubric laid out by AACPL’s Facilities Master Plan, Library staff members and the County Department of Public Works had

unanimously graded the Somerville site substantially higher than two other sites out of about 15 that have been studied thus far. The County sent a letter in December 2013 and a follow-up this summer inquiring whether TS Realty would be interested in selling the property. Absent a response, the Library and County set up a meeting, at which they learned that the property owners were not interested. On Sept. 18, the AACPL Board of Trustees and ANNCAP (the Trustees' Annapolis Regional Library Capital Project Committee), discussed site possibilities and public comment they received before, during and after three Community Information Sessions held at local high schools over the past two weeks. The Library and County are continuing to explore possibilities. The goal of the AACPL Board of Trustees is to find the best possible location to meet the needs of southern Anne Arundel County for decades to come.

TDR Applications Being Accepted The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and the Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board announce the opening of the application period for the county’s Purchase and Retirement Fund program. Through the program, Transferable Development Rights are purchased, retired and permanently removed from the market to protect farmland from development. Applications are accepted from the owners of Agricultural Preservation Districts and ranked by an established formula. The purchase price approved by the BOCC is $3,750 per Transferable Development Right. The application deadline is Friday, Dec. 5, 2014, at 4:30 p.m. Applications are available on the county website under Forms in the Community Planning and Building section. Completed applications should be sent to Community Planning and Building, Attention-Veronica Cristo, 150 Main St., Prince Frederick, MD 20639 or

emailed to cristova@co.cal.md.us. The Fiscal Year 2015 county budget includes $1.25 million for the Purchase and Retirement Fund. More than $500,000 of the total comes from the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission, with $200,000 from agricultural transfer taxes dedicated to land preservation. Remaining funds come from the prior year land preservation fund balance; none are taken from the county’s General Fund. The Purchase and Retirement Fund program is part of Calvert County’s longstanding effort to preserve agricultural land. The county has preserved more than 28,000 acres of productive farms and forests over the past 30 years. To learn more about the Purchase and Retirement Fund program, contact Rural Planner Veronica Cristo of the Department of Community Planning and Building at (410) 535-1600, ext. 2489, or email cristova@co.cal.md.us.

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Progressive Democrats: Wolves in Sheep's Clothing Dear Chesapeake Current readers, On Sept. 18, 2014 the Chesapeake Current printed an article penned by retired naval officer Robert E. Vincent of Massachusetts and Lynne A. Gillis also wrote a letter to the Current in which both espoused the virtues of Sue Kullen. And yes, I get it Sue Kullen is a wonderful person. Unfortunately, neither Ms. Gillis nor Mr. Vincent understands what is currently the situation in our state. Let me explain further. We all know that Annapolis is overloaded with progressives who preach social justice but for over 40 years have failed in the education arena. I wish they would only practice what they preach; however, the Annapolis crowd has been negligent, and the squandering of taxpayer revenues has made some Marylander's leave for greener pastures. In 1980, my wife and I moved to Calvert County. Like many others we realized that growing up a family in this lovely and wholesome community was the right thing to do. Back in 1980 the population was 34,638 as of 2010 the population stood at 88,737. Back in 1980 there were only two high schools now we have four. In those days agriculture was the prime fixture; today we now live in a county where most residents commute to Washington, Annapolis or Baltimore. As we migrated from counties north of Calvert so came the carpet bagging pols that because of a Democratic majority in Annapolis were able to redistrict Calvert County in a way that would insure their installation as grand poobahs. Folks, this is not the home of your 1980 Democrats! In fact many 1980 Dems today have either changed parties or still vote for conservative values. Democrats, myself included still believe in helping the downtrodden; however many believe that the progressives in Annapolis have not produced desired outcomes. Here are examples of what is wrong in Maryland. A short time ago my wife and I went to Johns Hopkins for her yearly checkup. Around 8:00 a.m. at a traffic light a short distance from the hospital two teenage boys wearing baggy pants and white tee shirts came out of the high

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school and jaywalked in front of us and as they reached the other side of the street they disappeared into a housing project. I remember thinking what kind of a future do these young men have? For that matter what kind of future do their parents have? Of course the answer is very little. Why is that? Well the social justice poobahs who are wolves in sheep's clothing promised a better life for all but have failed to insure that educational dollars were appropriately used. Currently in the city of Baltimore only 4.5% of students eligible for testing passed the college readiness test. Every summer my family vacations at a Carolina beach. When going south many of us travel through Charles County and go across the Harry Nice Bridge into Virginia. Before starting we stopped for gas at $3.40 per gallon for a total of 18 gallons then we stopped at the toll booth where we forked over $6.00 for the privilege of leaving Maryland. Folks, do you remember when the toll was $2.50 then $4.00? Across the bridge in Virginia gasoline was $3.10 a gallon. So, it cost me $11.40 extra for the privilege of living in Maryland where the cost of everything is going up because of Democratic politicians who spout social justice and have given false hope to many. Will my $11.40 make the lives of those two Baltimore teenagers more productive or will it produce an even larger entitlement society? Sue Kullen cannot stem the tide of progressive legislation and her voice will be like someone crying out in the wilderness. We need delegates who point out the missteps of these false progressives (wolves) who preach social justice that will never produce results. We need good stewards protecting all of us! Mark Fisher has answered the call in this endeavor. Will Sue Kullen do the same? Please weigh the facts and then vote responsibly. After all, we are the people. John Petralia Sunderland

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(Last issue this Letter to the Editor was what your concern. published without author attribution. Mr. Fisher has not impressed me as We deeply apologize for this). much. When my high school club went to Annapolis for Humane Lobby Day in Dear Chesapeake Current readers, 2013, Mr. Fisher was over 25 minutes late Respect matters and that is why I urge for our appointment, which had been set you to vote for Sue Kullen for Delegate. weeks prior. He claimed to not even know When Sue first took office, I we were on the calendar. My club had to requested to meet with her and the raise over $400 to take this trip, and my members of the Humane Society Club of students were very excited to meet with Huntingtown High School. Sue met with him. When we tried to tell him our us at a local coffee shop to learn about the concerns, he stopped us, and made sure we horrors of chained dogs in our understood his position. When he did not community. I along with several parents vote in the affirmative for the Spay and and about 10 high school students Neuter bill, we sent him a letter expressing expressed our concerns. Here is what Sue our dissatisfaction. What did he do, he did: she listened, she treated us with called the former superintendent of the respect, she made us feel welcome, and she school system to complain. Our letter did genuinely cared. Several years later she thank him for his time, but we had every proposed a bill that gave our local right to express to him that we were government the right to revise our animal disappointed that he did not vote for such control laws. This change has provided for an important bill. Mr. Fisher had his aide some much needed protections for the call me a few days later to ask if I’d meet dogs and cats in our community. In fact, for coffee. I politely declined. every single time I have spoken to Sue The Spay and Neuter bill did pass about issues that matter to me, I always overwhelmingly in Annapolis, by the way, leave feeling like I was really heard, in spite of very few who opposed it. The respected and cared about. following year Mr. Fisher treated us with I am a registered Republican, and due much more respect. But then again, it is an to zoning changes, I cannot vote for Sue in election year and he could have possibly November. If I could, I would vote for Sue felt bad about the prior year. Kullen. I still walked neighborhoods with The way you make people feel is her and helped her campaign in a few critical when you serve as a leader. You can other ways. I did this because I know she still vote with your beliefs and your party truly cares about what all of us think. She behind you, but you can do it in a way that is a genuine person with an open mind. leaves a trail of respect behind. That’s what She is reasonable and kind. She is a person I want in Annapolis. of good character who has no agenda other than to serve the citizens of Calvert Lynne A. Gillis County. She will listen to you no matter Huntingtown

League Looks at BOCC Transparency The League of Women Voters of Calvert County will release the results of its recently completed study of county government on Thurs., Oct.9 at 7:00 p.m. at the Calvert County Library located at 850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick . This meeting, which is free and open to the public, will discuss transparency and public participation in county government. This study was undertaken because of the League’s representative government position. The study supports the League’s position that representative government should be open, accountable and responsive. Government transparency and accountability are core to the League’s mission as an organization. A government is transparent when information regarding its activities and policies is easily accessible to the public. In 2013, members of the League’s Observer Corps (which is a committee comprised of League members who attend governmental meetings; note what happens and then report back to the

League and the community), as well as other citizens, recommended the League study the county’s decision in three areas: 1. The Calvert County Board of Commissioner’s determination to support the expansion of the Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) plant at Cove Point 2. The disposition of the Calvert Middle School building and plans to develop the surrounding property 3. The annual process of drafting and adopting the county’s operating budget and capital improvement plan. All three case studies involved actions of two different Boards of County Commissioners: The Board serving from 2011 - 2014 and the Board serving from 2007 - 2010. The Observer Corps researched the transparency in our county government for one year. At the Oct. 9 meeting they will present the results and the study will be made available to the public. The committee will discuss the report and will be available for questions after the presentation.

Be sure to exercise your right to vote Nov. 4. If you are not a registered voter, you have until Oct. 14 to become registered. In Maryland, Early Voting for the General Election begins Thurs., Oct. 23 and continues through Thurs, Oct. 30 from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. The last day to register to vote in the Nov. 4 General Election is Here’s where you can vote early in our area: Anne Arundel County Edgewater Community Library 25 Stepneys Lane Edgewater, MD 21037 Calvert County Calvert County Elections Office 30 Duke Street Prince Frederick, MD 20678 Voting during Early Voting is the same as voting on election day. When you get to the early voting center, you will check in to vote and vote your ballot.

Like election day voting, you will vote on the touchscreen voting system. With a touchscreen voting system, you touch the screen to make, change, and review selections and cast a ballot. There will be instructions available at the early voting centers to familiarize you with the ballot. You may ask an election judge to explain how to vote, but you must cast your vote alone, unless you are unable to do so because you have a disability or are unable to read or write the English language. If you live in the Town of North Beach, you must still go to Town Hall on Election Day Nov. 4 to cast your ballot for Mayor and Town Council members. Residents of the Town of North Beach may register to vote at Town Hall on Mondays Oct. 6 and Oct. 13 from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. If you are a registered voter in Maryland, you are can vote in the town election and do not need to register again. Any registered voter in Maryland may also request an Absentee Ballot. For the General Election, your request must be received (not just mailed) by: - Tues., Oct. 28 to receive your ballot by mail or fax - Fri. Oct. 31 to download your ballot from the State’s website If you hand deliver your request and the ballots are ready, you can pick up your absentee ballot. You may take it with you and return it by mail or you can vote it at the local board of elections office.

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Police Blotter Calvert County Sheriff’s Department Reports: Thefts A citizen called police on Sep. 26 at 2:43 p.m. to report that she had just observed two black men walk out of Peebles Department Store in Prince Frederick each carrying an armload of folded clothes. The two men got into a waiting vehicle driven by a third male and the car then sped away. Initial inventory by store personnel revealed that approximately $3,000 in clothing was stolen. Anyone with information is asked to contact Dep. J. Buck at (410) 535-2800. Unknown suspect(s) stole $3,000 worth of welding rods and copper wire from a business on Industrial Drive in Owings sometime between Sep. 19 and 22. DFC Y. Bortchevsky is handling the investigation.

identified as Frances Elaine Butler, 67 of Aquasco. Butler was observed by the employee placing store merchandise into a bag and exiting the store without stopping to pay for the items. Butler was placed under arrest for theft less than $1,000. Thefts from Vehicle Six vehicles parked outside a business on Investment Court in Owings were broken into on Sep. 23 between 3:30 and 4:30 in the morning. The suspect(s) broke windows and door handles to gain access to the inside of the vehicles to steal radios, batteries, cables and instrument clusters. The total amount of damage and theft is $1,850. DFC J. Migliaccio is investigating. Theft of Mail A victim on Ashwood Dr. in Dunkirk advised DFC Y. Bortchevsky that she put an addressed greeting card in her mailbox and propped up the red flag for it to be picked up by a postal employee. Shortly afterward, she observed a passenger vehicle pull up to her mailbox then drive away. The victim walked to her mailbox and opened it and discovered an opened envelope addressed to someone she did not know and her own envelope was gone. DFC Bortchevsky is continuing the investigation.

Someone entered a barn located behind a home on Holland Cliffs Road in Huntingtown and damaged two jet skis’ mirrors and speedometers that were kept inside. The culprit(s) also broke 16 single pane glass windows on the barn. Total damage is estimated at $5,000. The damage occurred overnight between Sep. 24 and 25. Dep. W. Rector is handling the investigation. Mail Tampering DFC J. Lord is investigating a case of Dep. S. Moran responded to the Prince apparent mail tampering at a residence on Frederick Walmart on Sep. 16 shortly after Fawn Lane in Owings that occurred during noon for the report of a shoplifter in custody. daytime hours on Sep. 18. The victim Moran made contact with a store theft reports that there was a prescription bag in her mailbox addressed to her that was open, prevention employee and the suspect,

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however, the prescription drugs inside the Samantha N. Bradham, 25 of St. Leonard, bag were not taken. The investigation was found to be driving under the continues. influence. Bradham was also in possession of a controlled dangerous substance. She CDS Violations was arrested for DUI and CDS possession On Sep. 20 at 1:03 p.m. Dep. A. Curtin and possession of drug paraphernalia. arrested Christina Elizabeth Pratt, 52 of Bradham was incarcerated at the Calvert Owings, after he responded to her home County Detention Center. address for a call for a person using drugs in the home. Another resident had called Trooper First Class Barlow stopped a police to report Pratt was using drugs. vehicle at 10:19 p.m. at MD Rt. 4 and After a consent to search, Pratt was found Sherry Lane in Prince Frederick for traffic to be in possession of crack cocaine and a violations on Sep. 16. The odor of raw smoking device and was charged marijuana was emitting from inside the accordingly. vehicle. Denzel J. Watts, 19 of Lusby, was arrested and charged on a criminal citation Dep. N. Gilmore conducted a traffic stop for possession of marijuana and drug on Sep. 20 at 11:20 p.m. at the Shell gas paraphernalia. He was transported to the station in Prince Frederick. The passenger, MSP Barrack in Prince Frederick for Ami Blair Zimmerman, 29 of Galesville, processing. A criminal summons for was arrested and charged with possession of possession of marijuana and drug Alprazolam, possession of Clonazepam, and paraphernalia was issued for the passenger, two counts of possessing drug Kimberly Z. Drury, 21 of St. Leonard, and paraphernalia. was served without incident a few days later. On Sep. 21 at 12:41 p.m. Dep. S. Moran conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle at A vehicle was stopped for traffic violations Dalrymple Rd. and Sunderleigh Dr. in on MD Rt. 4 near Parker’s Creek Rd. in St. Sunderland. He found the driver, Rita Leonard by Trooper First Class Barlow at Marie Wood, 22 of Chesapeake Beach, to 4:48 p.m. on Sep. 17. A front seat be in possession of suspected drugs. Wood passenger in the vehicle, Kairon Hawkins was arrested and charged with possession of 19 of Lusby, had an outstanding arrest Oxycodone and possession with intent to warrant from St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s use drug paraphernalia; dollar bills. Office. He was arrested. The odor of marijuana was emitting from inside the DFC R. Cress conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle and a probable cause searched vehicle in the parking lot of the revealed marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Huntingtown 7-11 convenience store on Criminal Summonses were issued for all Sep. 24 at 10:20 a.m. He found the driver, three occupants; Hawkins, Christian B. William Thomas Murphy, 38 of Prince Wagner, 19 and Eric J. Walsh, 18. Frederick, to be driving on a revoked license and to be in possession of suspected Trooper First Class Wiesemann stopped a drugs. Murphy was arrested and charged vehicle on MD Rt. 4 south of Creston Lane with possession of cocaine and possession of in Solomons for traffic violations at 10:34 oxycodone. a.m. on Sep. 19. The odor of burnt marijuana was emitting from inside the On Sep. 28 at 3:54 a.m. Dep. M. Trigg vehicle. Craig S. Bradley, 47 of Lusby, was observed a vehicle sitting in the travel arrested for possession of marijuana and portion of the roadway at Dares Beach Rd. drug paraphernalia. He was transported to and Double Oak Rd. in Prince Frederick. the MSP Barrack in Prince Frederick for He made contact with the 2 occupants of processing. the vehicle. He found the passenger, Patrick Kyle Gonyo, 18 of Huntingtown, A vehicle on Main St. near Armory Rd. in to be in possession of less than 10 grams of Prince Frederick was stopped at 12:05 a.m. marijuana and charged him. by Trooper First Class Esnes for traffic violations on Sep. 23. Kristina M. Vanasse, Destruction of Property 32 of Huntingtown, was driving on a Dep. A. Curtin is investigating damage suspended license. Vanasse was placed done to a vehicle overnight between Sep. 20 under arrest. A search incident to the arrest and 21 on Willows Rd. in Chesapeake revealed marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Beach. Someone scratched letters into the She was incarcerated at the Calvert County paint, the drivers’ side rear view mirror was Detention Center. cracked and eggs were broken on the windshield. The investigation continues. At 1:01 a.m. on Sep. 27, Trooper First Class Lewis stopped a vehicle on Rt. 260 Someone spray painted the boards of the near Limerick Ln. in Owings for traffic boardwalk at the Wetlands Overlook Park violations. The juvenile driver performed in North Beach between Sep. 22 and 23. the Standardized Field Sobriety Test The amount of damage is estimated at poorly. The odor of burnt marijuana was $500. Dep. W. Beisel is investigating. emitting from inside the vehicle. A probable cause search revealed marijuana Someone caused $1,500 in damage to a and drug paraphernalia. The juvenile was vehicle parked outside a home on Covenant taken to the MSP Barrack in Prince Court in Owings when they ripped off the Frederick for processing and was released to driver door handle. It does not appear that a parent. entry inside the vehicle was made and nothing was taken. The damage occurred Trooper Newcomer responded to the 1600 overnight between Sep. 25 and 26. Dep. J. block of Ball Rd. in Port Republic on Sep. Buck is investigating. 27 at 9:08 a.m. for a domestic assault in progress. While investigating the assault, Unknown suspect(s) spray painted graffiti Trooper Newcomer observed marijuana on two vehicles and a lamppost at a home and drug paraphernalia in the master on Blackberry Lane in Prince Frederick and bedroom where the assault occurred. Klye another vehicle on Whispering Dr. during W. Heiston, 26 of Port Republic, was the early morning hours on Sep. 28. The arrested for the assault and possession of windows of another home on Whispering marijuana and drug paraphernalia. He was Dr. and the mailbox all had graffiti on incarcerated at the Calvert County them. Dep. J. Buck is investigating. Detention Center. Autum N. Dawson, 26 of Port Republic, was transported to the Barrack in Prince Frederick for Maryland State Police Barrack U MSP processing and was charged on criminal citations for possession of marijuana and Reports: drug paraphernalia. CDS Violations On Sep. at 12:09 a.m., Trooper First Class DUI & Concealed Deadly Weapon Costello stopped a vehicle on MD Rt. 4 in On Sep. 25 at 10:44 p.m., Trooper First Prince Frederick for traffic violations. Class Lewis stopped a vehicle on Gateway

Police Blotter (Con’t) Dr. in Dunkirk for traffic violations. Ryan L. White, 19 of Huntingtown, was arrested for Driving Under the Influence. A probable cause search was conducted due to the moderate odor of burnt marijuana. During the search a brass knuckle knife was located in the vehicle. White was additionally charged with a concealed deadly weapon charge. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Theft A theft of copper complaint in the 1700 block of Emmanuel Church Rd. in Huntingtown was responded to at 6:40 p.m. on Sep.23 by Trooper First Class Saucerman. The caretaker for the property reported that copper downspouts and gutter pieces were missing from inside a barn at the residence. Investigation remains open pending contact with metal salvage yards in the Southern Maryland area.

Two Joggers Struck by Vehicle On Sat. Sept. 27 shortly after 9:00 a.m. members of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Bureau and Crash Reconstruction Team responded to MD Rt. 260 and St. Andrews Drive in Chesapeake Beach for a report of a motor vehicle hitting two pedestrians. The preliminary investigation revealed a 2013 Hyundai passenger vehicle operated by Megan Sullivan, age 29 of Chesapeake Beach had entered the roadway from St. Andrews Drive and for unknown reasons left the travel portion of the roadway and struck two pedestrians who were jogging on the shoulder. The pedestrians were identified as Katie Allen, age 28, of Owings and Thomas Molino, age

20, of Lothian. Members of the North Beach and Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Departments arrived on scene and initially treated Allen and Molino, who were later transported to Prince George’s Hospital Center via Maryland State Police Medevac. Allen and Molino are listed in stable condition. The driver of the vehicle remained on scene and was the first to call 911. No charges have been made at this time. Sgt. R. Selkirk of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Team is investigating the collision. Anyone with information related to this investigation may contact the Sheriff’s Office at (410) 535-2800 or via email at selkirrc@co.cal.md.us.

Deputies Nab Speeding Cyclist On Sun. Sept. 28 at approximately 4:30 p.m., Calvert County Sheriff’s Deputies Dfc. Velasquez and D/S Buck began pursuing six speeding sport-bike style motorcycles on MD Rt. 4 in the St. Leonard area. Officers say the motorcycles were traveling in excess of 100 mph. D/S Ward pulled in front of the motorcycles as they approached Rt. 4 and the south entrance of Main St. in Prince Frederick. The motorcycles then split up, with two turning down Main St., two making a U-turn and going back south on Rt. 4, and one continuing north on Rt. 4. D/S Ward along with other units continued to pursue the motorcycle that continued north on Rt. 4.

Units lost sight of that motorcycle and the pursuit was terminated. A short time later, a citizen called the Sheriff's Office and advised that they had witnessed the pursuit and saw one of the motorcycles involved in the pursuit turn into the trailer park at the end of German Chapel Rd. Units responded to German Chapel Rd. and contacted the subject. D/S ward was able to identify the motorcycle and the subject as being one of the subjects that made a U-turn and went back south on Rt. 4. The subject was identified as 24-year-old David Anthony Madison II of Westminster, MD. Madison was run through field sobriety tests and performed poorly, so he was arrested DUI.

Arrests Made In Store Robbery On Sun., Aug. 3 at 3:43 p.m. an employee at the Good Day Market in Prince Frederick advised the Calvert Control Center that the store had been robbed. The preliminary investigation found that a white male with a beard, in his 20’s to early 30’s, 6’ to 6’4” and weighing 210 to 250 pounds entered the store, approached the counter and asked for cigarettes. While the employee was ringing up the item, the man handed her a note telling her to give him all the money. The clerk complied and the suspect left the store. A witness in the parking lot advised police that he saw the suspect get into a small vehicle on the passenger side and leave the scene. No one was hurt in the robbery. Det. H. Rich of the Calvert Investigative Bureau developed two possible suspects. Arrest warrants were issued for Thomas Brian Smith, Jr., 34, of Prince Frederick, and Ronald Franklin Brown, Jr., 33, of Leonardtown. Both were arrested Sept. 21. Smith is charged with armed robbery, conspiracy to commit armed robbery, second degree assault, conspiracy to commit second degree assault, use of a firearm during a violent crime, conspiracy to use a firearm during a violent crime and handgun in a

Suspect Arrested in CVS Hold-Up On Sept. 22 shortly after 1:30 in the afternoon, the Calvert Control Center received a 911 call stating the CVS Pharmacy at 10095 Ward Rd. in Dunkirk was robbed. The Calvert Control Center quickly obtained suspect information, and relayed to responding units, advising that the suspect was a white male, wearing a white long sleeved shirt, dark jeans, with a black ski mask, black gloves, black and purple baseball cap, white Nike shoes and armed with an 8” to 10” knife. The suspect jumped the pharmacy counter and approached the pharmacist with a knife backing her towards the medication shelves. The suspect demanded, “Give me the Xanax or I will kill you.” One of the pharmacists on duty obtained a bottle of Alprazolam .5mg at 500 count and gave it to the suspect. The suspect then jumped back over the counter and fled the store. A citizen who wishes to remain anonymous witnessed what took place. The citizen followed the suspect out of the store and saw the same male subject get into the passenger side of a four-door Lexus passenger car and flee the area. The vehicle traveled down Ward Road, and the citizen got into his vehicle and followed the suspect. The citizen was giving the direction of travel to the Calvert Control Center, and that information was relayed to responding Deputies and Troopers. The units responding were able to shut down the intersection of Brickhouse Rd. and Ward Rd., causing the suspect to turn around and flee back towards MD Rt. 4 from Ward Rd. The suspect ended up turning down Owensville Ct. and fled to the rear of the cul-de-sac to 1915 Owensville Ct. Dunkirk to a home under construction. The suspect then fled the area into the woods to the rear of the home being built. Units from the Sheriff’s Office and K-9 Unit quickly made it to the area. F/Sgt. Brent Parrott took command of the scene and coordinated units who set up a perimeter in the area. Sheriff Evans has had members of the Special Operation Team in the Dunkirk area for an extended period of time to quickly apprehend criminals, which worked in

Richard Kinnear Steel. this case. Steel fled on foot after seeing Special Operation Team members blocking the road and he had no other option other than to attempt to flee on foot. The K-9 Unit was able to start a track on the suspect into the woods heading towards Dunbarden Dr. which is on the other side of the woods and an adjoining street. The subject was seen by the units on the perimeter and he matched the description of the suspect. He was later identified as Richard Kinnear Steel, age 20. The vehicle that was left abandoned on the construction site was a black four-door Lexus owned by Michelle Doreen Steel of Huntingtown. The suspect was placed into custody, and during a pat down search for weapons, the stolen Alprazolam was located on him. Steel was also wearing the same style clothing that was seen on the suspect in the surveillance video in CVS committing the robbery. After being read his rights, Steel waived them and was transported to the Sheriff’s Office by F/Sgt. Fridman. After arriving there, Steel again waived his rights and provided a recorded statement confessing to robbing the CVS Pharmacy, although he claimed he had no weapon during this robbery. Officers obtained the video from CVS which backed up what witnesses had reported about him being armed with a knife. After being confronted with this information, Steel then refused to speak further with authorities without a lawyer.

Ronald Franklin Brown Jr.

Thomas Brian Smith Jr.

vehicle. Brown has been charged with the same first six offenses as Smith, but is also charged with handgun on person, theft $1,000 to under $10,000 and conspiracy to commit theft $1,000 to under $10,000. Anyone with additional is asked to contact Det. Rich at (410) 535-1600 ext. 2765.

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By Susan Shaw Calvert County Commissioner

Lots of criticism floats around in an election year. Virtually every decision a Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) makes can be criticized. In the absence of the background history or the full story, it is easy to draw conclusions that may differ from the actions of the BOCC. Many times, when constituents ask me why we took a particular action, and I explain, the reply is, “Oh. Now it makes sense.” An example is the topic of transparency. To be totally transparent and still effective is impossible. Maryland law recognizes this fact by allowing 16 reasons for going into Executive or closed session. Some of those reasons are obvious and protect the rights of others, such as personnel issues. The employee has a legal right to privacy of their personal information. The published agenda states the legal reason for going into closed or executive session, though executive agenda items can be added before the BOCC agenda is formally adopted, as long as the legal reason is given. The most common reasons are personnel issues, to receive legal counsel, to receive proprietary information regarding a business or property. Administrative function is another category of closed session and involves meeting with staff for information sharing and dialogue regarding administrative topics. Usually, it involves giving direction to staff, then the staff presentation is provided in open session for a decision. On a steady basis, the Calvert BOCC has moved toward more transparency. The first big step in that direction of providing the public more information was to put the video of the BOCC meetings on the internet following each meeting. Prior to that time, the public had to watch Channel 6 on Comcast cable tv at particular times each week, depending on whether or not you lived in the Twin Beaches. Either proactively, or when questioned by a constituent, a County Commissioner could characterize his/her actions. For example, “I questioned that expenditure for just the reasons you stated in no uncertain terms.” The characterization often differed markedly from what was actually said, which might have been, “I am voting for the expenditure with reservations.” Sometimes, Commissioners told constituents that they voted for A, when, in fact, they voted for B. The Commissioner might have intended to vote for B, but in the heat of the debate, voted for A. Once the public could look at a particular agenda item at their convenience on the Internet, they could draw their own conclusions about the motivations and behaviors of Commissioners. When constituents complained because they had heard that I didn’t support a topic, for example, I could either send them the link on the internet to

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see what was actually said and done and the rationale given at the time, or I could send them my rationale along with the video link for them to see the discussion and the vote for themselves. This greater ability to view the BOCC in action was powerful in the last BOCC election. The second initiative I undertook during my tenure as President of the BOCC, was to release the supporting documents behind a particular agenda item to the public at the same time as the BOCC received them. Before, the public and the press could receive the Agenda in advance, but did not receive the entire packet of information backing up the agenda until the morning of the hearing. With the support of my fellow BOCC members, we became transparent about what was going on the agenda and both the public and the press could prepare in advance, leading to more informed reporting. The third initiative was championed by Commissioner Slaughenhoupt and involves more budget transparency during the process of building the budget. The Calvert County budget has won awards every year. The change has been to open up the process along the way for the public’s viewing as we debate budget items, rank capital projects, and look for ways to make revenues align with expenditures. In the last few months, we have acquired the technology to live-stream the BOCC meetings so the public can watch in real time. A side effect of this greater transparency is that constituents can make use of the public comment time as a platform for their opinions, which recently have been represented as facts and their theories, which are unsupported, also as facts. A viewer might take these public comments at face value, believing them, since we do not currently have a formal mechanism for making sure the truth is represented at the same BOCC meeting. Originally intended as a means for the Commissioners to hear from the public on any topic, it has become a means for some activists to mislead the public. Finally, I attended a meeting a few months ago where the allegation was made that the public could not dialogue with Commissioners easily. The polar opposite is true! All the Commissioners are approached in public at the many events we attend, respond to calls, emails, Facebook messages, texts, letters, notes and appointments to meet. The government closest to the people is the local government and it is close, indeed! The opinions in this column are those of the writer, Susan, Shaw, and not necessarily those of the Chesapeake Current, which welcomes all viewpoints. Send your letters to: ChesapeakeCurrent@gmail.com.

County Seeks More Lucrative Investments Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman has signed into law Bill 48-14, which allows the county to take advantage of enabling state legislation (HB772, effective July 1, 2014) to invest the county’s Self-Insurance Fund reserves outside of limited, low-yielding public monies vehicles. The new policy enables the county to seek higher returns and generate additional income that can be used to offset annual required contributions to the Self-Insurance Fund. “This new policy highlights my administration’s dedication not only to saving taxpayer dollars, but also to initiating best business practices in Anne Arundel County,”

said County Executive Neuman. “By promptly taking advantage of this change in state law, we are taking a leadership role in Maryland while saving our county and our citizens millions in the years to come.” By investing in low-risk instruments such as corporate bonds and mutual funds, the county will benefit from considerably better returns on investment that may exceed $1-2 million per year. “There are a lot of better-yielding investments with minimal risks out there, and this gives us the opportunity to take advantage of them while saving our taxpayers money,” Controller Julie Mussog stated.

Historic Local Church Celebrates Remodel On Sept. 14, the people of Friendship United Methodist Church (FUMC) celebrated the conclusion of a multi-year, $1.7 million expansion and renovation project. District Superintendent Rev. Evan Young, and pastors Byron E. Brought and Donald Stewart joined hundreds of church members and friends in dedicating the facility to the glory of God's love and presence, and to service and witness to our communities. Under the guidance of architect Jim Cush of Corkhill, Cush, and Reeves, and Schiebel Construction superintendents Tony Trent and Donnie Brinlee, the project resulted in the renovation of classroom, music, office, fellowship, restroom, and meeting space. Plumbing, windows, insulation, security and electric service were replaced or upgraded. Also included were improvements to wheelchair accessibility, fire suppression system, HVAC and more. Only minor changes were made to the

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historic 1835 sanctuary. However, there's a prominent new bell tower for the reconditioned historic bell and a new façade in the front of the building. The Methodist congregation in Friendship began in 1785. With a fresh new look and facilities coupled with respect and observance of tradition, FUMC has been called the newest old church AND the oldest new church in the area. The formal dedication ceremony during worship was followed by a church and community picnic with fun, games, contests, and event souvenirs. Nearly 400 people enjoyed the day. The church is located on W. Friendship Road (261), just one block east of Friendship Circle on Rt. 2. It is 1-1/4 miles north of the red light at Rts. 2 and Rt. 260 in Owings. Sunday worship is at 8:30 and 11am. Call (410) 257-7133, email bsuedean@comcast.net, or visit friendshipmethodistchurch.org to learn more.

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The Frame That’s Worth a Thousand Words By Brian “Crow” McDaniel At Medart Galleries in Dunkirk, Teresa Schrodel and her brother Frank Radosevic work tirelessly to create custom framing along with other services for customers from all over. Those who are familiar with Medart know the quality of their workmanship. It’s a name that’s been around for many years and is likely to be around for many more. In 1979, they opened their first retail location at Andrews Air Force Base, in Camp Springs. In 1985, they opened a gallery in Bright Center West in Owings, then moved to the Dunkirk Market Place in 1992, and expanded again into the Dunkirk Gateway Business Center in 2013. Their most recent move seems to be the best move yet according to Teresa and Frank. They grew up accompanying their father, William Radosevic, founder of Medart Gallaries on sales calls and buying trips to places like New York and even overseas. Once the Owings gallery opened, Teresa worked after school, weekends and during the summer. After graduation from Northern High School, Teresa attended

Teresa Schrodel.

Frostburg State University where she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Station Management and minors in Marketing and Public Relations. She’s now Gallery Director, and has an eye for color, design and enjoys turning a piece of art into a work of art. Frank is also very close to the business since a very young age learning custom framing and using his creative gifts. His skills as a custom framer are exceptional. Frank and Teresa are both active in their church and the schools their children attend. Frank serves on the Dunkirk Architectural Review Committee. Teresa serves on the Board of Directors for Calvert Hospice, Calvert Chamber of Commerce, and the Michael D. Schrodel Annual Golf Classic, established in honor of her late husband. Medart has been a member of the BBG for three years. Clients of Medart, myself included, usually need custom framing and they will educate you about the fact that a custom frame isn’t just any old “frame.” A custom frame, in a lot of ways, has a life of its own - a purpose other than protecting your art – and it also enhances the art as well. Though practical, a frame becomes part of the art. Frank is very methodical and extremely creative with his cuts. Medart only uses the highest quality materials for each project, which they see as individual

and important. Having used them for a few personal projects I can sing their praises for the work they’ve done. The prices for what they do are very reasonable. In fact, you would expect to pay more for this tremendous level od quality and craftsmanship - but you don’t. Their projects are built to last and their reputation is rock solid. There’s something to be said about family-owned businesses, and committed is the word I would use to describe the folks at Medart. To Teresa and Frank, all projects are unique but occasionally, certain projects stand out. Teresa and Frank feel so incredibly blessed to have the clientele that they have. “Our new location was the best decision ever,” says Teresa. They have more square footage and a spacious new workshop in the back. When you walk in you are greeted immediately and personally. The smiles, the conversations and the help they offer is real. You know right away that these folks love what they do and that they see it as much more than just a job.

Since “art” is in the Medart name, it’s no surprise that this supporter of the arts also offers musical instrument rentals, sales, method books and other accessories. They have been a Music and Arts Centers affiliate for 21 years. Another creative aspect of Medart is their photo restoration services on site. They do it in house without the need to outsource projects and helping customers avoid the risk of losing irreplaceable photos. Medart offers great services right here locally. One of their favorite projects is a Washington Capitals jersey with all the players’ signatures; signed at the last practice before they went off to the 2014

Frank Radosevic.

Olympics. They’re also experts at preserving military medals and other memorabilia, including precious items from childhood.

There are a lot of small local businesses in Calvert that haven’t been completely overshadowed by big business. Medart is just one of them. The really nice thing about this small business is that they never lose sight of how much people matter. Teresa and Frank are adamant about exceptional customer service. Whether you’re in their gallery or happen to see them in the grocery store (because they shop local, too) they greet you just the same. They both are carrying on the legacy of this business and loving every minute of it. If you could frame your life, Medart would definitely be the best place to do it. Medart Galleries 10735 Town Center Blvd, Suite 1 Dunkirk, MD 20754 (410) 257-6616 (301) 855-4515 medartgalleries.com

About the Author: Brian “Crow” McDaniel is the owner of Crow Entertainment, LLC and a resident of North Beach. He serves as a Ministry Leader at Chesapeake Church in Huntingtown and serves on the Board of Directors for the Bay Business Group.

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Mamma Lucia’s Coming to the Beach Mayor Bruce Wahl was the first to announce the good news at the September Chesapeake Beach Town Council meeting. He announced that Sal and Maria Lubrano, owners of Mamma Lucia’s in Dunkirk and Prince Frederick, are planning to open a 3rd Italian restaurant – this one in the beaches. The Lubrano’s are currently finalizing negotiations with the current owners of the old Chaney’s bar on MD Route 261 to buy that waterfront parcel that was most recently Crooked I and Capt. Big’s. Sal told us that they’re about 99% sure now but expect it to be 100% certain in October. Maria said at the meeting, “We want to work to improve the town.” Their son Rico, who is now working with his father at the Dunkirk Mamma Lucia location, told us that they have lots of plans and

Local Business Owners Write Book on Sailing

Sail Solomons’ owners Andy Batchelor and Lisa Batchelor Frailey have written the brand new textbook, “Bareboat Cruising Made Easy,” which has just been released by the American Sailing Association to national acclaim. ASA selected the Batchelors to write the book because of their extensive cruising and chartering expertise, sailing instructor credentials and writing style. “We worked with an excellent team of editors, photographers and illustrators,” Andy says. “We’re really pleased with the result, and we’re eager for our Bareboat The former Capt. Big’s building will be the location of Cruising students to use this book.” a new Mamma Lucia restaurant. The updated manual of ASA’s bareboat are looking forward to it. One thing he hopes cruising standard is designed to help sailors they can eventually do is having a rooftop prepare for a bareboat charter (where the dining area that would provide panoramic sailor is the skipper of a chartered boat) or views of the Chesapeake Bay. an extended cruise on their own boat. The book is much more than just a textbook for sailing students. Bareboat Cruising Made Easy is a one-stop cruising reference for all sailors, whether they have a few months or a few decades of sailing experience. It covers everything a sailor needs to know about skippering a boat in new waters, from what to wear to how to troubleshoot the bilge pump. Lisa notes “this book has valuable information for anyone onboard, from the novice crewmember to the experienced skipper.” Bareboat Cruising Made Easy completes the reinvented core ASA curriculum. The all-in-one reference book includes general planning tips, technical guidance, and sailing advice. From its 4-color, high-end illustrations and

New Financial Advisors in Prince Frederick Meet Mike Cox, Registered Financial Consultant and Tina Whitney, Director of Operations at the new Pathway Investment Group Inc.'s office at 131 Main Street, in Prince Frederick. Pathway is an investment adviser representative of Commonwealth Financial Network. Commonwealth's Wealth Management program provides Pathway with the infrastructure to offer its clients a comprehensive array of services to help plan and manage their wealth. The Board of Calvert County Commissioners held a ribbin-cutting to mark their grand opening last week.

photographs to its modern, easy-to-read format, Bareboat Cruising Made Easy is not just a beauty; it’s the most helpful, accurate, and all-inclusive bareboat cruising manual available! The book can be purchased through ASA, or onsite at Sail Solomons. Sail Solomons is located at Zahniser’s Yachting Center in Solomons and is a five-time winner of ASA’s “Outstanding School” award. The school offers courses on their fleet of five daysailers and three cruising yachts for all sailing levels, from novice to advanced. Private instruction and consultation is also available. On Your Own Boat courses are very popular for sailors who want to develop expertise in specific areas on their own boats. Sail Solomons offers a local sailing club membership, and winter courses and flotillas sailing the waters of the Caribbean each year. For more information, visit sailsi.com or call (410) 326-4917.

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Garden Dirt By Ray Greenstreet

Divide and Conquer

Are irises taking over your garden? Do your daylilies block daylight? Have huge hostas crowded out their neighbors? Fall is the time to conquer the jungle that your garden has become. Dividing perennials is a great way to rejuvenate older plants and thin clump-forming varieties. Tackle this every three to six years to control plant size, invigorate growth, promote blooms, and multiply the number of plants in your garden. An age-old rule of thumb is to split apart spring and summer blooming perennials before the first frost. Fall bloomers are best divided in the spring so that they can devote their energy to growing roots and leaves through spring and summer to be well established for their fall show. Before dividing, water the mother plant well for a day or two before you dig it up, and if you can, wait for a cloudy day to do the actual digging - hot, sunny weather stresses

Dividing daylilies promotes robust blooms.

both the plants – and the digger. Then follow these simple steps and you'll be rewarded with more vigorous plants and extras to share with friends or add to your garden. - Rake away and discard any old mulch. Set a spade or shovel six to 12 inches from the center of the plant and push it down vertically into the soil. Work the shovel around the plant until you've formed a circle.

Now slip the shovel blade under the root ball and pop it out of the ground. - Pluck out thin or weak stems then gently separate the remaining healthy ones into clumps of three to five shoots. That number helps ensure that the plant will recover quickly after being divided. If the center looks dead compared with the outside edges, cut it away with a soil knife and divide and replant the healthy outside edges. - For plants that can’t easily be pulled apart by hand, place a soil knife between the separated stems and saw straight down through the roots that form the crown. Continue cutting all the way through the root ball. For larger, heavier root balls, use two garden forks placed back-to-back to pierce the center of the crown. Push the forks apart until the clumps separate - Gently tease the roots out of the bottom and sides of each new clump

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with your fingers. Now dig the holes; they should be 1 to 2 inches shallower and 6 to 9 inches wider than the teased root ball. Plant each root ball, and backfill with soil mixed with a

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How daylilies will look when divided.

root-promoting fertilizer, watering as you go. Water every two or three days for the next couple of weeks to get them established. Apply an inch or so of fresh mulch to protect the new plants over the winter. - Before replanting, take the opportunity to replenish the garden with nourishing compost. Use either homemade compost or commercially bagged to enrich tired garden soil and encourage strong root growth over the winter. Come spring, you’ll be rewarded for this extra work with vigorous, healthy plants. Turn this autumn task into a party. Invite gardening friends to pull on their gloves, grab empty pots from their shed and join in – entice them with the promise that those empty pots will go home with new plants for their gardens! About the Author: Ray Greenstreet began his career when he was just 13, as a “yard boy” at a garden center. In 2000, Ray and his wife Stacy, began Greenstreet Growers, a wholesale growing operation on their 65-acre Lothian farm. In 2005, they opened Greenstreet Gardens, a retail nursery and gift store. Last year, Greenstreet Gardens grew to include a second retail store on Braddock Road in Alexandria, VA. In 2014, they’ve added a third location in the Del Ray section of Alexandria.

Concerned Black Women 10th Anniversary Celebration Sat., Oct. 11, 5 pm to 9 pm. • College of Southern Maryland Prince Frederick Campus Theme: A Salute To Excellence and scholarship fundraiser. Guest Moderator is Yolanda Powell former CBW Honoree Music by Latrice Carr and Band; silent auction; heavy hors d'oeuvres.

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In the First Fish Fossil of Its Kind Found at Calvert Cliffs A new species of extinct tilefish was recently discovered at Calvert Cliffs along the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay, according to the Calvert Marine Museum. This new tilefish is named “ereborensis” after “Erebor”: the elvish name for the Lonely Mountain in J.R.R. Tolkien’s legend The Hobbit. Calvert Cliffs like the Lonely Mountain, holds a treasure trove of fossils into which the extinct fish tunneled – like the Dwarves in the Kingdom under Erebor. Like some of their living relatives, these prehistoric tilefish tunneled into the sea floor where they made homes in which to take refuge. As the cliffs erode, these once ocean-bottom sediments are exposed and the fossil burrows become visible exposing fossilized skeletons of some of these extinct fish. The fossilized remains of fish along Calvert Cliffs are very rare, so when fish bones are found, they are usually alone, and not as part of a skull or skeleton. However, because these extinct tilefish were tunneling into the Miocene sea floor, and sometimes died in their burrows, their home became a coffin greatly improving the odds that their

intact skeleton would become fossilized. During the Miocene epoch, global climate was warmer on average than it is today and polar ice caps were smaller to non-existent. That extra water in the oceans flooded low-lying continental areas. At that time, much of the coastal plain was covered by the Atlantic Ocean. For millions of years, sediments eroded from the Appalachian Mountains were carried by rivers flowing into the Atlantic Ocean and laid down over the coastal plain (then the Miocene sea

An infilled Miocene burrow made by an extinct tilefish; Lopholatilus ereborensis. Seen here in cross-section as the cliff erodes naturally cutting An infilled Miocene columnar burrow made by an extinct tilefish; Lopholatilus ereborensis. through the cylindrical burrow.

floor) entombing trillions of fossils in the process. More than 600 species, most of which are extinct, have been identified as fossils from along Calvert Cliffs. These include the fossilized remains of microorganisms like diatoms, dinoflagellates, and foraminiferans, and of larger organisms like corals, mollusks, crustaceans, barnacles, echinoderms, sharks and rays, bony fishes, turtles, crocodiles, birds, seals, sea cows, dolphins and whales, and fragmentary remains of large terrestrial mammals (peccaries, rhinos, antelope, camels, horses, and gomphotheres - an extinct group of elephants). For more information about the prehistoric tilefish, please contact Stephen

Godfrey, Curator of Paleontology at (410) 326-2042, ext. 28 or godfresj@co.cal.md.us. Additional information: Scientific name: Lopholatilus ereborensis. Living family to which it belongs: Malacanthidae. When did they live? 16 million years ago, Miocene epoch (Calvert Formation). Where did these fish live? Western North Atlantic Ocean. How big were these fish? About 18” long.

Fossil skull (16 million years old from Calvert Cliffs) of a new species of tilefish (Malacanthidae); Lopholatilus ereborensis in left lateral view.

Winning Wildlife Photo Snapped Locally Maryland Department of Natural Resources Secretary Joe Gill says about 150 photographers submitted almost 800 pictures for consideration in the 11th annual Maryland Natural Resource Photo Contest. The winner? Laurie Brice of Annapolis earned the grand prize for her up-close Red-footed Cannibalfly taken at the Glendenning Butterfly Garden within the Jug Bay Wildlife Sanctuary in Lothian just off MD Rt. 4 along the Patuxent River. “I really didn’t think he’d win because he’s so ugly he’s beautiful,” Brice said. “I like everything from the ants to the elephants, and I thought he was pretty cool. I’m so delighted you all like it. Thank you! You have made my day!” When asked how she captured the winning shot, Brice said she was volunteering at the Sanctuary taking photos while helping a woman with butterfly counts. “This was just fortuitous. He was on a higher branch, I had a nice wide-open aperture and I got the creamy green in the background, which really set him off.” “Maryland’s breathtaking beauty is apparent everywhere, from its vast landscapes to the smallest creatures. The images that come in through this contest

are always a joy to see,” said Secretary Gill. “This year was no exception − these photographs are amazing!” In addition to her photo gracing the cover of the 2015 DNR calendar, Brice will receive the grand prize of $500, a 2015 Maryland State Park Passport, a lifetime subscription to the Maryland Natural Resource magazine and five copies of the calendar, which will feature the top photos. First and second place winners received nice gifts as well. The winning photos will also appear in the winter issue of DNR’s quarterly magazine. Subscriptions are available at dnr.maryland.gov/naturalresource. You can view all the winning photos at dnr.maryland.gov/photocontest.

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Dominion Resources received the news Monday night from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) that it’s been waiting for: that FERC gives its approval of Dominion’s proposed Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) project at Cove Point. But this is hardly the end of the story. This still remains one of the most controversial business expansions in our area to date, since it is the first such project of its kind on the East Coast of the US. Environmental and community groups are bitterly denouncing the FERC decision, and say they will continue to fight it. Dominion officials, meantime, are elated and spokesman Karl Neddenien tells the Chesapeake Current that this decision keeps the project on track for completion in the last quarter of 2017. "We are pleased to receive this final approval that allows us to start constructing this important project that offers significant economic, environmental and geopolitical benefits," said Diane Leopold, president of Dominion Energy. "This order is based on more than two years of thorough, exhaustive analysis by FERC along with numerous other federal and state agencies. It also reflects a robust public input process. Dominion is dedicated to constructing a safe, secure, environmentally compatible and reliable export facility." So what’s next? Dominion is required to review and accept the order, which it did the very next day. Next, the company expects to file an implementation plan describing how it will comply with the conditions set forth in the order. Dominion expects to ask the FERC for a "Notice to Proceed" at that time and plans to begin construction when the notice is received. This process will take place over the next several weeks. The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) issued a statement saying it supports the FERC decision as well. “We are pleased that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has approved Dominion’s proposal, which promises to be one of Maryland’s largest economic development projects” said BOCC President Pat Nutter. “The Board of County Commissioners recognizes the important role that FERC and many other federal, state and local agencies will play in ensuring this facility is built to the strictest industry standards. We appreciate FERC’s thorough, open review process and look forward to working with Dominion as the project moves ahead.” The order clears the way for an expansion allowing the facility to receive a portion of surplus U.S. natural gas supplies and liquefy it for export to overseas customers. Dominion has 20-year contracts in place with companies serving Japan and India. The BOCC statement adds, “The Cove Point facility has been a partner and asset in Calvert County for more than 30 years and has exercised outstanding environmental stewardship and a commitment to the community. The full BOCC welcomes the liquefaction project as a strong complement to the county’s economic development efforts.”

FERC Approves Dominion LNG Project

Aerial photo of Dominion’s Cove Point facility, courtesy of Dominion.

Dominion Cove Point is owned and operated by Dominion Resources and has been in operation since 1978. Dominion Cove Point is the only LNG import, and soon to be export, facility in the state of Maryland. The BOCC, in its written statement added, “We will continue to work with Dominion to ensure that safety remains paramount in our community.” The construction of the export project, which is estimated to cost between $3.4 billion and $3.8 billion, will create thousands of skilled construction jobs for union works in the Washington metropolitan area, 75 permanent jobs and an additional $40 million in annual tax revenue to Calvert County. Other economic benefits included millions of dollars of new revenues for Maryland and the federal government as well as a reduction in the nation's trade deficit by billions of dollars annually. Since Dominion notified FERC with its pre-filing application in June 2012, Dominion notified the FERC that it was planning to add export capability at its Cove Point terminal in Lusby. The FERC has been researching and analyzing the proposal since then, and with supplemental filings, the application now totals more than 21,000 pages. In May, the FERC issued a 241-page environmental assessment of the project that showed it can be built safely and operated safely with no significant impact to the environment. The proposed export facility will be built within the 131-acre footprint of the existing LNG terminal site, which has been in Calvert County on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay for nearly 40 years. No new pipelines or storage tanks are needed at the facility. "Cove Point has been a good neighbor to the region and to the Chesapeake Bay for almost four decades and we expect that record to continue," Leopold said. "Initially, Cove Point helped the United States overcome what was then an energy shortage. Now that our nation is developing a burgeoning surplus of natural gas, Cove Point can help send a small portion of that surplus to allied nation's looking for stable supplies of clean energy, supporting economic development and replacing coal as a fuel." Environmental and community groups say they believe FERC’s decision defies the facts that the facility will incentivize environmental damage from fracking across the mid-Atlantic region

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and, according to federal data, would likely contribute more to global warming over the next 20 years than if Asian countries burned their own coal. Groups that have intervened in the FERC case emphasized that they are assessing issues on which to file a motion for rehearing, which is a necessary step before appeal. “FERC's failure to demonstrate compliance with the most current safety standards in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 59A 2013 is a fatal flaw in the Environmental Assessment that could cost residents and first responders their lives,” said Tracey Eno, a member of Calvert Citizens for a Healthy Community, who lives at Coe Point near the facility. “Members of Calvert Citizens for a Healthy Community (CCHC) believe that these new standards were a direct response to the horrific explosions that occurred at a Skikda, Algeria LNG export facility in 2004, resulting in serious casualties and extensive property damage. We have endured the betrayal of our own elected officials - most notably, our five Calvert County Commissioners, our federal representatives and

(Maryland) Governor Martin O'Malley who have all inexplicably refused to insist on the latest fire safety standards for the Dominion Cove Point LNG export expansion. We now call on the Secretaries of Homeland Security and Transportation to step in and insist on full compliance with NFPA 59A 2013 before Lusby becomes home to the first large-scale liquefaction train ever to be installed in a such a densely populated residential neighborhood in the history of the industry.” “FERC’s decision to approve Cove Point is the result of a biased review process rigged in favor of approving gas industry projects no matter how great the environmental and safety concerns,” claimed Mike Tidwell, director of Chesapeake Climate Action Network. “FERC refused to even require an environmental impact statement for this $3.8 billion facility right on the Bay. We intend to challenge this ruling all the way to court if necessary. For the safety of Marylanders and for people across our region facing new fracking wells and pipelines, we will continue to fight this project until it is stopped.”

Public Utility Expansion, New Road Discussed A week earlier, the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) voted to award a $2.6 million contract to extend public water and sewer utilities from the existing Appeal Landfill to Dominion’s offsite area “A” on MD Route 2/4. This may eventually mean public water and sewer services could extended to homes at Cove Point that are now using septic systems and wells. Commissioner Gerald W. “Jerry” Clark (R) said that the county will manage the project, but Dominion will foot the bill, and give the county the money up front. “Dominion is covering the cost of all water and sewer infrastructure improvements down to Dominion. As a matter of fact, they are upsizing the infrastructure and upsizing the pump station at Dominion so that the county is able to continue on with the piping and infrastructure to get to Cove Point Beach without having to come back and upsize it again in the future.” David Brownlee, a county Environmental Planner, said Cove Point is the most vulnerable area to flooding in the entire county. He outlined a new Cove Point Community Flood Mitigation Plan at a public hearing, and the BOCC approved it. Brownlee said the county is working on how to use Bay Restoration Funds from the state to eventually connect homes at Cove Point to public utilities. That could save homeowners up to $20,000 for each house that’s connected. Still to be worked out is whether vacant lots in Cove Point that have not passed a percolation test (a “perc”) for septic could be buildable in the future. If it’s determined that they are, those homeowners might not get the $20,000 in help. Brownlee said he understood that the Bay Restoration money could only be used to connect existing homes to a public system, and that for new construction, the homeowner would have to pay the connection fees on their own. However, resident June Sevilla claimed

during the public comment section of the meeting that the BOCC could not do this. “Until all permits are properly and truthfully obtained from the state, you cannot approve awarding this contract to build on area A… If you approve this, you’re approving it illegally because this permit was obtained from MDE (Maryland Dept. of Environment) without full disclosure to MDE and the public and the county information provided to MDE does not match the published intended use by Dominion.” County Attorney John Norris disagreed, saying the county went through the entire process correctly. At that same meeting, Cove Point resident Tracey Eno said she had been told by Del. Anthony J. O’Donnell (R-Calvert, St. Mary’s) that there are plans in the works to build a new road that could be used as an escape route for Cove Point residents. In the case of an emergency, there’s currently only one way out of the neighborhood and it’s Cove Point Road, which runs directly in front of the Dominion Cove Point facility. Eno asked the BOCC whether eminent domain would be used to construct the road, where the road will be built and who will pay for it. None of the commissioners answered. Dominion spokesman Karl Neddenien did not deny it when the Chesapeake Current questioned him about the new road. “We continue to assess emergency preparedness and we are working with local, state and federal agencies to come up with enhancements. It’s a little too soon to talk about it. As soon as we can, we’ll share it with the public. I want to avoid putting out any misinformation.” Neddenien added, “When the information comes, factual and complete, we’ll let everyone know. I can’t yet talk about it.” However, Neddenien did add that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has determined that the existing escape route on Cove Point Road is “adequate.”

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Dear Chesapeake Current readers, This was delivered to the Calvert County Commissioners at their Sept. 23 frack wells. Americans will bear these risks so meeting. shareholders can profit. Greenhouse gasses My name is Tracey Eno, I am here will increase, as methane leaks along the representing Calvert Citizens for a Healthy route, is flared here, and tankers burn fuel to transport LNG across the ocean before it is Community. We are a group of Calvert County finally lit in Tokyo and New Delhi. It was an residents who oppose the plan for Dominion impressive sight to see the tanker float down LNG to build an industrial fracked gas Central Park West, down The Avenue of the refinery in Lusby. There are over 8,000 Americas, right past Radio City Music Hall. residents living within the two-mile high Other attendees included former Vice President Al Gore, Jane Goodall, Mark consequence area surrounding Dominion. It’s been a very busy week since I Ruffalo, Bobby Kennedy Jr, and Leonardo DiCaprio. addressed you last Tuesday. Well, back in Calvert, it’s September, or On Thursday I went to Washington DC and interrupted the FERC “Calvert County Preparedness Month�, as commissioners’ meeting. I wanted to remind designated by you in your proclamation them that if built, Dominion Cove Point will three weeks ago. It has come to our attention that you are have the unique and terrifying distinction of being the only LNG export terminal in the planning to build a new road as an escape history of the industry ever to be built in such route for citizens living past the plant. What a densely populated, residential area. changed your mind about the wisdom of Dominion calls itself a “Good sending people down Cove Point Road, directly past the plant, to evacuate? Neighbor�—because it has neighbors. This begs the question: if it's a bad idea My message concluded by telling them: Cove Point is NOT a remote site! We know to evacuate people on a route that passes in it and you know it. You need to order a full front of the plant, how is it a good idea to Environmental Impact Statement, including allow residents to live in an area - that you a Quantitative Risk Assessment. You need to don't want residents travel through - in an study ALL the facts before you consider emergency? When were you planning to share this approving Dominion Cove Point. OR - just be honest - and admit that a residential radical new escape plan with us? Why is Dominion’s Emergency neighborhood is the wrong place for dangerous LNG exports - and deny Response plan, filed with FERC, a blank page? Dominion Cove Point right now. We have a right to know! I delivered to them a check for $79- a Are you going to tell us the location of grant from Calvert Citizens, to buy a copy of the latest safety standards developed by the the new road? Who is going to pay for this new road? National Fire Protection Association: NFPA Will you use eminent domain to take 59A, 2013 edition. Also last week, I was interviewed by private property? Will you be asking citizens to relocate? ABC’s 20/20 in their DC studio. I won’t go When will we get some answers to our into the details of that now; it will air in emergency planning questions, submitted October. On Sunday I was in New York City for five months ago? You denied us a speaker because some The People’s Climate March - 400,000 people took to the streets - to say no to of our members were involved in a legal climate change. Our group carried a 12-foot action involving water & sewer issues. The long LNG tanker, with the words STOP county attorney indicated that the speaker COVE POINT on one side and SS could be rescheduled if the case was Dominion Titanic on the other. We know dismissed. The case was dismissed. When can that tankers filled with American fracked gas, we expect an emergency management going to India and Japan, will cause representative to address the community? environmental, health and safety issues from Cove Point, backwards to all of the towns Tracey Eno with pipelines and compressor stations and Lusby

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More Questions and Answers on the BOYB Law Ms. Burr, Thank you for bringing the news about BYOB to the Chesapeake Current. No one else, that I know of, published that. My question is, can we now bring our own drinks to establishments, such as Nayoga or do we have to wait for the wording change in the law? Even so, if the law is not enforceable, can we still bring our own bottles? I get more info from your free publication than I get from the local paper. Keep up the great work. Thank you. Sincerely, Allen Delaney Prince Frederick To correctly answer Allen’s question, we asked State’s Attorney Laura Martin and Beth Swoap, chair of the Calvert County Liquor Board. We also requested the language for a proposed new law which would require a license for hair and nail salons and spas to offer wine or other alcoholic beverages to patrons. Here’s the response we received from Martin: Diane: While the law is unenforceable as currently written (it is simply too broad), I do not encourage individuals who clearly understand what the original intent of this law was (to disallow “bottle

clubs” in Calvert County) to actively flaunt it. I doubt the owner of Nagoya would want its patrons to do so in any event as it is my understanding that they are currently in the process of applying for a liquor license. I’m afraid that I cannot send you the proposed wording for the new legislation (that would cover beauty and nail salons serving liquor to customers). It has not been provided to my office. My office has not been involved in the drafting of this current law nor in the drafting of the new version. I was made aware of this new law after it was passed by the General Assembly. Laura

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Teens Scale Obstacles for Hunger Dear Chesapeake Current readers, The Live Out Loud End Hunger Obstacle Run took place on Saturday September 20th at Chesapeake Church in Huntingtown. That morning, 486 runners took on 2.5+ miles of mud-laden trails and obstacles to prove that hunger in our community can be overcome. This year’s Live Out Loud Obstacle Run was a new partnership between End Hunger In Calvert and County and Chesapeake Church’s Peake Youth Ministry – a group of a hundred plus middle and high school students. In it’s first year and after expenses, the event generated over $2,000 to help feed hungry families in Calvert County.

corner of the world. We want them to understand that when you “Give Where You Live” the lives that you impact are your family, friends, and neighbors.” “The best part of the morning was watching our teens, the future of Calvert County, embrace the vision of ending hunger in our community,” says Jacqueline Miller, President of End Hunger In Calvert County. “Forty-percent of food pantry clients are under the age of 18. Whether they realize yet or not, our teens are running for their

“End Hunger In Calvert County’s motto is “Give Where You Live”, and that’s one thing we at Peake Youth want to instill into our teenagers,” says Deborah Bertolaccini, Race Director and Peake Youth Staff Assistant. “To not only make a difference in the world, but to inspire them to make a difference in their

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peers!” The Live Out Loud End Hunger Obstacle Run was used to launch our community into October, and kick-off End Hunger In Calvert County Month. A highlight of the month is the County-wide Food Drive. Every year, the entire public school system, local business, churches, and community groups rally together to restock the shelves of our local food pantries. This year, End Hunger In Calvert County is attempting to set a new countywide record and have the largest food drive to date. They will strive to collect one million pounds of food in just one month!

To accompany the food drive, End Hunger In Calvert County is launching a countywide texting campaign. When individuals text FEED 20222 a $10 donation is made straight to the organization - ten dollars equals 100 pounds of food. A running tally will be kept throughout the month. In 2013, the Better Business Bureau recognized End Hunger In Calvert County as an accredited Charity, awarding us its Wise Giving Designation for meeting all 20 Standards of Charitable

Accountability. During this process, they found that $0.93 of each dollar donated goes directly towards programming. When people donate to End Hunger In Calvert County they can do so with confidence! The Live Out Loud End Hunger Obstacle Run will be an annual event being held at the end of September. For more information about the run or End Hunger In Calvert County Month, visit their website at endhungercalvert.org. Together We Can, Jacqueline Miller President, End Hunger In Calvert County

Amateur Radio Operators Involved in Drill Dear Chesapeake Current readers, The Calvert Amateur Radio Association (CARA) k3cal.org/ announces participation in the upcoming Simulated Emergency Test to be held statewide on October 4. This is a test held annually to demonstrate amateur radio communications that would be used during an actual emergency. This year's scenario is that a tornado destroyed the radio antennas and some equipment at the Maryland Emergency Management Administration's headquarters and emergency operations center (MEMA-EOC) in Reisterstown, MD. A simulated call has gone out to all counties to help get the EOC back on the air. Nine of Maryland's 16 counties will be participating to send simulated equipment to Reisterstown. The amateur radio operators are members of Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES) and most are members of a radio club in their county. They will be providing their own radio equipment, emergency power supplies and transportation to set up stations across the state to make a seamless communications link. Part of the activity will be tracking the equipment's progress by using Automatic Packet Reporting System (APRS) aprs.org. This is a combined radio, computer and Global Positioning System

(GPS) that allows stations to send position data and messages to other stations that can be visualized on a map on a computer or smart phone app. CARA ARES members will donate a simulated antenna for this exercise and will transport it from southern Calvert County near the Thomas Johnson Bridge through the county and will transfer it to Anne Arundel Radio Club participants near the county line. The package will be transported in a vehicle that will be sending out intermittent position data over the amateur radio waves and received by stations in the area. This information will be transmitted to a radio network centered in Anne Arundel County for further transmission to Frederick County which will be running an emergency EOC at a central location to be determined. This will be the first time APRS has been tested as a statewide communications link. APRS was developed by Bob Bruninga (WB4APR) of Annapolis and is used worldwide for position reporting, messaging and weather reporting. It is used by sailors, pilots, RVers and travelers to report their position to folks back home on a regular basis. David Hardy Lusby

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Bill Bates, 72 C h a r l e s William (Bill) Bates, age 72, of Lusby, passed away at his residence on Sept.19, 2014. He was born on May 2, 1942 in Washington, D. C. to the late Kathleen LaRue Angle Bates and Claude William Bates. Bill is survived by his wife Lorene of Lusby; children, Jennifer and her husband Joe Hudson, Kristin and her husband Rob Halstead, and Billy Bates; six grandchildren, Jade and Jordan Hudson, Nathan, Alison and Emily Halstead, and Jamison Bates. He is also survived by a sister, Claudia Briner (John), and a brother, Bobby Bates. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul United Methodist Church, 11000 H. G. Trueman Road, Lusby MD 20657. Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

American Legion Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach, MD. He also enjoyed playing pool, watching and cheering on the Washington Redskins, the New England Patriots and boxing matches. He was a hard worker and family was the center of his life. Mark was the beloved husband of 47 years to Marilyn Carter, loving father of Toni Marie Hawes (Harry) of Leesburg, FL; Mark D. Carter, Jr. also of Leesburg, FL; Laura Lee Carter and Julie Ann Carter. He is also survived by six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, three siblings and a host of other family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Ballard and Laura Carter, grandson, Kyle Livingston and eight siblings. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Post 206, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Road, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732. Lee Funeral Home Calvert handled arrangements.

Dickie Carroll, 67

Dickie worked hard and played hard. In his younger days, he played left field for the Wicomico Hawks, a semi-pro league. He was an avid bowler, naming his bowling ball ‘Black Beauty.” Dickie was a diehard Redskins fan and had a love for fast cars. A NASCAR fanatic, he religiously attended the annual competitions, traveling near and far just to see Jeff Gordon’s Chevy SS speed around the track. Dickie enjoyed playing Poker and Spades and could be found, on any given weekend, in Atlantic City or at Dover Downs. Dickie loved his family and friends. At gatherings, small or large, he was the life of the party. He loved his mom’s home cooking. While his friends are too many to name, some were: Maurice Brooks, Dave Brown, Gene Gray, Wilson “Wookie” Holland, James “Hoppy” Jennifer, Joseph “Renny” Reid, and Joseph “Chap” Wood. Dickie was preceded in death by his father, Franklin Carroll, Jr.; his step-father, James Hall; his daughter, Tonja Carroll; and his brother, Charles “Boogie Man” Jones. He leaves to cherish his memory: his mother, Margaret Hall; step-mother, Alice Carroll; his children: Bryan Carroll (Nicole), Franklin Harrell (Stephanie), and Delonté Carroll; his grandchildren: Bryan Carroll, Brandyn Carroll, Tenia Casraiss, Jermaine Drennon and Jaela Harrell; his brothers: Robert Hall, Jr., Leo Carroll (Lydia), George Carroll; his sisters: Dorothy Holland (Stan), Florence Gray (Lloyd), Nancy Carroll, Lorraine Turner (Leonard); Adell Brooks (Maurice); and his sister-in-law: Lula Jones. Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

On Sept. 11, 2014, Franklin Sylvester Carroll, Mark Daniel affectionately known Carter, age 80, of as “Dickie,” departed Owings, passed this life at his home away on Wed., Sept. in Temple Hills, 17, 2014. MD. He was born He was born on in Roanoke, VA, on July 9, 1947 to Nov. 28, 1933, one Margaret (Jones) Hall and Franklin Carroll, of 12 children born Jr. Educated in the Calvert County Public to Ballard and Laura Schools, he graduated from W. S. Brooks David Fitzgerald, 77 (Barnes) Carter. He grew up in Washing- High School in 1966. ton, DC. Shortly thereafter, Dickie was drafted David Thomas After graduating from high school, he into the U.S. Army. He completed his basic Fitzgerald, age 77, enlisted in the Army as a Paratrooper with training in Ft. Bragg, North Carolina and of Chesapeake the 82nd Airborne and became a Master served as a Military Police Officer. Dickie Beach passed away Jumper. After a three-year hitch, he left proudly served in the Vietnam War and was Sept. 20, 2014 at the Army and moved to Maryland, taking honorably discharged in July 1968. the Burnett-Calvert a job with PEPCO. Mutual friends Dickie followed in his father’s footstep, Hospice House in introduced him to Marilyn Brown and becoming a bricklayer at an early age. He Prince Frederick. they were married in 1967 and moved to owned and operated C & N Construction. He was born on Prince Georges County. In 1968, they While the building trade was in his genes, he started a family then moved to Owings in was not afraid to venture into other profes- Nov. 9, 1932 to Gertrude and David 1985. After 37 years, he retired from sions. In the early 80’s, Dickie started Fitzgerald in Lynn, MA. He attended local parochial schools, PEPCO in 1993. Dynamic Productions, a successful entertaingraduating from Boston College with a BS Mark was an active member of the ment promotions company. in history and government. After graduation, he served for three years in the United States Army. His work experience included participation in the Proctor and Gamble executive training program and a stint as the business manager for WNEW. All of which was preparation for his ultimate career as Assistant Deputy Commissioner for the Affordable Funerals, Caskets, Vaults, Human Resources Administration in New Cremation Services and Pre-Need Planning York City. Beginning with Mayor Lindsay and successive administrations through Family Owned and Operated by Mayor Bloomberg, he had a long distinBarbara Rausch and Bill Gross guished career in budget and finance. After official retirement, he served several www.RauschFuneralHomes.com more years as a consultant. Prior to settling locally in Calvert County, David lived in Glen Cove, NY. 8325 Mt. Harmony Lane 4405 Broomes Island Rd. 20 American Lane He also had a home for twenty-five years 410-257-6181 410-586-0520 410-326-9400 in the Northeast Kingdom, VT, where he, his wife and family enjoyed many

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Shane Gunson, 19 Shane Taylor Gunson, age 19, of Edgewater passed away Sept. 23, 2014. He was born July 13, 1995 in Annapolis to Kevin Dwayne Coe and Valerie Alexis

Gunson. Shane attended Old Mill and Crofton Woods Elementary Schools, Old Mill and Crofton Middle, and Old Mill High School. He was employed in the food services industry. Shane loved his brothers and sisters and genuinely enjoyed spending time with them and other members of his family. He also loved spending time with his friends, and listening to country music. He is survived by his parents Valerie Gunson and Kevin Coe; brothers Dominic and Tristin Gunson, sisters Brianna, Danielle and Lillianna Gunson. Also surviving are grandfathers Bruce Gunson of Easton and Douglas Coe of Glen Burnie, and a grandmother Stephanie Sensabaugh of Davidsonville. Shane was preceded in death by a grandmother Donna Coe. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Scott Howard, 49 Scott William Howard, age 49, of Dunkirk passed away Sept. 18, 2014 at Calvert Memorial Hospital in Prince Frederick. He was born Apr. 12, 1965 in Annapolis to John William and Katherine Elizabeth (Hanson) Howard. Scott was primarily raised in Annapolis and attended Annapolis High School. His family moved to Dunkirk in 1980, and he graduated from Northern High School. In 1983. He was employed by the Maryland State Highway Administration as a heavy equipment operator until retiring in 2003 due to an injury.

Scott was a member of the Dunkirk V.F.D. and the Maryland State Police Alumni Association. He enjoyed watching NASCAR and loved spending time with his family. He always had a story for anyone who would listen. Scott is survived by his parents Jack W. and Kittie Howard of Dunkirk, a brother Todd V. Howard and wife Kendra of Dunkirk; a niece Jennifer Howard of Annapolis; nephews Chris Ireland of North Beach and Alexander Howard of Dunkirk. Also surviving are aunts Bonnie Sears and husband Frank of Port Republic, Pam Lauer and husband Jeffrey of Annapolis, Dawn Dougan of Annapolis, Audrey Howard of Annapolis, Gloria Porta of Towson, and Maryann Steiner of Lewes, DE, and uncles Lee Hanson of Gambrills, and Luther Howard and wife Lavonne of Glen Burnie. He was preceded in death by grandparents Luther, Sr. and Dulaney Howard, and Norris and Katherine Hanson, and uncles Charles, Robert, and Thomas Howard and Gary Hanson. Memorial donations may be made to the Maryland State Police Alumni Association Memorial Fund. Rausch Funeral Home, in Owings handled arrangements.

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Nancy Louise Ireland, “Tootsie,” a five-year resident of Cocoa, FL and previously of Edgewater, died on Sept. 19,, 2014 in Cocoa, FL of a heart attack. Tootsie was

She was born Jan. 5, 1945 to the late James “Kaiser” and Dorothy “Koochie” Asquith. She worked for Duncan’s Family Campground in Lothian. Her interests included dancing, going to crab feasts, shopping, going to yard sales, playing Bingo and she loved pretty flowers. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her former husband, James “Tink” Ireland. She is survived by her sons, James and Rodney “Scotty” Ireland, both of Cocoa, Florida, and one brother, James “Jr.” Estep of Lothian. George P. Kalas Funeral Home in Edgewater handled arrangements.

Howard Kent, 85 Rev. Howard Kent Jr, Ret., a ff e c t i o n a t e l y known to his siblings and cousins as “Chippy”, the son of the late Howard Kent Sr. and the late Hattie Sutton, was born March 20, 1929 in Appeal (Lusby), Mary-

land. After 20 years of illness, he finally moved into his heavenly mansion on Sept. 8, 2014 at age 85. Howard attended Calvert County Public School. He’d been a long time member at St. Johns United Methodist Church in Lusby for over 60 years, where he received Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. In 1951, Howard was joined in Holy Matrimony to the late Mary L. Johnson (Kent), and from this union God gifted them with two children, the late Howard H. Kent III, and Mary A. Kent (Cali) (Peaches). In 1951 Howard was officially inducted into the U.S Army to serve in the Korean War, and was Honorably Discharge from the U.S Army for his dutiful service. Shortly after, he was certified to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ. For nearly 35 years, Minister Howard was a model employee for the Military by serving as a civil servant for the Naval Air Systems Command, U.S. Naval Air Station, Patuxent River, Maryland. During this time, he was accepted and attended Wesley Theological Seminary, Washington DC, where he completed and received his degree in theology studies. At that time, he accepted the Senior Pastoral position appointed by the Eastern Baltimore Washington Conference for Peter’s United Methodist Church and Coopers United Methodist Church in Dunkirk. For several years he served God in this capacity until he retired. Rev. Howard Kent Jr. Ret., leaves to cherish his precious memory his daughter, Mary A. Cali (Peaches); one brother, Henry Kent; four grandchildren, Tinya L. Kent, Keisha N. Kent, Howard Q. Kent IV (Mary (Jaye)), and Damon Cali (Amy); one adopted granddaughter; Pastor Jekia Ledbetter; 10 great-grandchildren; Quandrea Coates, Shawndre Coates, Malik Cortez, Desmin Kent, Lakeya Kent, Kira Kent, Kari Kent, Howard B. Kent V, and Kaira Jones. Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

Deborah had worked as an accountant for a roofing and construction company. She enjoyed gardening, crafts and scrapbooking. She was very devoted to her two dogs, Muffin and Scooter, but her granddaughter, Madelyn stole her heart. They spent many hours enjoying each other’s company. Deborah is survived by her mother, Jean Morris of Huntingtown; daughters, Holli Alderman and her husband Aaron of Port Republic and Danielle Lehman and her boyfriend, Brandon Ball of Chesapeake Beach; brothers, Wayne Morris and his wife Brenda of Brandywine, MD and Steven Morris, also of Brandywine; granddaughter, Madelyn Alderman of Potr Republic , niece, Jennifer Morris and nephew, Alan Morris and his wife Ashley, all of Brandywine and her best friend of 45 years, Beverly Hyde of Brandywine. Her father, William predeceased her. Raymond-Wood Funeral Home in Dunkirk handled arrangements.

Floryetta Morsell, 73 Floyretta Virginia Morsell departed this life on Tues., Sept. 2, 2014. She was born Oct. 10, 1940 to the Late Mamie and Percy Spriggs. Floyretta was educated in the public schools of Anne Arundel County and graduated from Bates Sr. High class of 1958. Floyretta met her soulmate and was joined in Holy Matrimony to Pinkney Morsell on July 23, 1966. From this union were born three children Keith, Kyle and Kristen. Floyretta worked for various government agencies which lead her to retiring from the Navy Annex in 1998. She

enjoyed being a grandmother to her grandchildren and always enjoyed the opportunity when she could see and care for them. Floyretta loved to shop especially on the QVC network. Her favorite time of the year was Christmas and family gatherings. She loved her family. Floyretta was baptized in the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ in July, 1954 under the leadership of her Pastor, the Late Bishop Jacob A. Green. She remained a long-time member until her passing. She was a faithful member of the True-Heart Singers, Young-Adult Choir, Church Finance committee, Helping Hands, Women's Choir and she started the Single Girls Club. During Floyretta's tenure of being sick, she never complained but always remained positive of her situation and always had an encouraging word to give to anyone who was around her. She was the National Chairperson of Registration for the Way of the Cross Churches of Christ, International and served in this capacity to her end. Floyretta leaves to cherish her memories with Husband of 48 years Pinkney Morsell, her son: Keith Morsell(Erica), four grandchildren: Sharnae, Darian, Keiron and Demetri; Brothers: Vernon Spriggs (Queen), Mark Spriggs (Sheila), Anthony Howard, Jimmy Coates; Sister: Mary Howard; Aunt Carrie Hall; adopted mother Mander Lee Green; four sistersin-law: Mary Cook, Emma Easton, Edyth Morsell and Ruth Harris; brother-in-law Howard Morsell, a host of nieces and nephews, ten God-children; A very special friend Mattie Davidson and a host of other family members as well as her Bethel Way of the Cross Church Family. She was preceded in death by her loving children, Kyle and Kristen Morsell. Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

Deborah Morris, 57 Deborah Lynn Morris, age 57, of Huntingtown, died in Baltimore on Sept. 17, 2014. She was born in Washington, DC on Feb, 27, 1957 to William C. Morris, Jr. and Jean I. Harbin Morris. She had lived in Crofton, MD before moving to Calvert County in 2006.

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Ren Stelloh, 88 R e y n o l d Frederick Stelloh, Jr., passed away Sept. 19, 2014, at his home in Solomons as a result of Alzheimer’s Disease and its

complications. Born May 28, 1926 in St. Louis, MO, Ren was the eldest child of Reynold Frederick and Genevieve Myers Stelloh. A graduate of Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran School and then Roosevelt High School in 1944, Ren became one of only 2,100 Aviation Midshipmen, a US Navy program that combined college with flight instruction. He earned the Naval Aviator’s wings of gold and embarked on a 20-year career with the US Navy. His decorations include the Distinguished Flying Cross, earned for heroism during the Korean War. As a private contract pilot after retiring from the Navy, Ren flew an additional million-plus miles in Grumman Gulfstream II, III and IV aircraft.

Ultimately, he flew in over 50 different type/model/series of fixed-wing aircraft. Along the way, he also earned an undergraduate degree from the University of California at Berkeley. The epitome of a renaissance man, Ren was the constant tinkerer, and his interests ranged from repairing car engines to hand-crafting musical instruments, including hammered dulcimers, a clavichord, and a rackett. An avid fan of “Faded Cactus Blossoms” and the music of station WTNT (Tromp and Truck) whilst growing up in St. Louis, Ren’s love of music later turned toward the glorious music of Johann Sebastian Bach. He and his wife, Bee, traveled extensively throughout the United States and around the world to hear Bach’s compositions dedicated to the glory of God. Survivors include sister Marty Stelloh Weber Spiro and her husband Dan, of Mesa, AZ; sisters-in-law Audrey Stelloh of Hendersonville, NC, and Mae Moeckel Brunkhorst Wiegert of St. Louis, MO; brother-in-law Roy Hahn of Lakeland, FL; children Ren III and Toni Clendenen Stelloh of Paso Robles, CA; Chris Stelloh-Garner and Bob Garner, of

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Kathleen Wallace Turner, age 93, of Galesville, died Sept. 21, 2014 peacefully at her residence. She was born Nov. 10, 1920 in Limerick,

Ireland. Kathleen worked at Carrie Weedon Elementary School until her retirement in 1984. She was a member of the Galesville Heritage Society and Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family and all aspects of Galesville life, especially her Monday lunch dates with her friends. She is survived by her children, Ralph Turner, Jr. (wife Sandy), Mary Laraine Tilman (husband Ronnie), Lawrence Charles "Charlie" Turner and Maureen Ellen Purcell (husband Mike); grandchildren Jeffrey, Matthew and Michael Turner, Courtney and Sean Tilman and Bryan Sorenson; and five great grandchildren. Kathleen was preceded in death by

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Award. She was the bookkeeper for St. John Vianney Catholic Church for the past six years and was a volunteer and member of the board at Birthright of Prince Frederick. Patricia is survived by her husband of 52 years, John Yatsko, Sr., “Jack,� mother of John Yatsko, Jr. and his wife Brad Turner, 55 Sharon, Janice DeGruy and her husband Bradley A. Robin, Steven Yatsko and his wife Laura, Turner, age 55, of Michael Yatsko, and Karen Burdsall and Lusby, and her husband Doug. She was the grandformerly of Greenbush, MI, passed away Fri., Sept. 26, 2014. Brad was born on Dec. 18, 1958 to Elouise and Jerry Waldon Turner in Adrian, MI. Brad grew up on the shores of Lake Huron boating, snowmobiling, and hunting. He was a graduate of the University of Michigan and spent 22 years as a Navy Pilot. After retirement he continued to work for the Navy as a civilian. He was a devoted husband and father. He was an avid sailor, outdoorsman, and photographer. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Shirley Turner, and his three children, Lindsey Turner, Brittany (Jason) Alt, and Matthew Turner. He is also survived by his mother Elouise Turner, his sister Kimberly Cousineau, and his brother Dennis (MaryGrace) Emerson. He also leaves behind two nieces and six nephews. He was preceded in death by his father Jerry W. Turner. He will be deeply missed by his friends and extended family. There will be a memorial service at 11:00 a.m. on Sat., Oct. 4 at Rausch Funeral Home, P. A., 20 American Lane, Lusby, MD. Memorial donations may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 2141 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 7000, El Segundo, CA 90254 (pancan.org). Rausch Funeral Home in Lusby handled arrangements.

mother of nine, great grandmother of one, and she is also survived by her sister, Betty Flynn and brothers, Michael Sullivan and Paul Sullivan. Memorial contributions may be made to either: Birthright, 301 Steeple Chase Drive, #405 Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or St. John Vianney Food Pantry, 470 Main Street, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. Rausch Funeral Home handled arrangements.

Patricia Yatsko, 74 Patricia Anne Yatsko, age 74, of Prince Frederick, passed away on Sept. 17, 2014 in Anne Arundel Medical Center, Annapolis. She was born Oct. 27, 1939 in New York City, NY to the late Elizabeth Elbert and Leon J. Sullivan. Patricia served in the U.S. Navy for four years receiving an Honorable Discharge and was awarded a Good Conduct Medal, and an American Spirit

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Your Money Matter$ Have you ever thought about yourself as a credit risk? Well, just how risky are you? Beyond your basic credit report, there are companies who try to predict your financial behavior. They take your credit report and give weight to certain component parts of it to create your credit score. There are two main credit scores-FICO and VantageScore. What is FICO? That stands for Fair Isaac and Co., a company that helps other companies determine your credit risk based on your credit history. The FICO score is the most widely used. According to their website, FICO provides predictions of consumer behavior to help businesses make “faster, more profitable decisions.” What that really means is, they give you a number and based on the number, you will or won’t qualify for credit. FICO is a score that is widely used by banks and mortgage companies to determine whether you will qualify for a loan. The FICO score gives certain weights to your credit history. For example, your payment history represents 35% of your FICO score; your amounts owed is 30%; the length of time you have had credit accounts for 15% of your FICO score, new credit is

10%, and the type of credit you have is 10%. FICO scores range between 300 and 850. Of that, you want a score around the mid-700s. The higher the FICO credit score, the better. A credit score below 600 means you are a higher credit risk so, lenders may not want to lend to you or, if they do, they will charge higher interest to lend you money. How do you fix your FICO score or maintain good credit? 1. On your “payment history,” pay your bills on time. Late payments and collections will hurt your score. If you have missed payments, get current and stay current. Information is constantly updated so even if you have had trouble in the past, your current status as a good credit is important. You need to know that paying off a collection account will not remove it from your report - it will usually stay on your report for seven years. If you are having trouble paying your creditors, contact them and work out a payment plan showing consistent payments to the creditors should help to repair your scores. 2. Amounts Owed: if you owe more than 30% of your credit card’s limit, your FICO score will be lowered. Try to keep your balances low. Pay off your debt rather

than acquire more credit cards. DO not close credit card accounts to increase your score or open more credit card accounts just to increase the available credit you have. Those actions can actually lower your score. 3. If you are new to credit, don’t obtain many new accounts in a short period of time—new accounts will lower your average account age which will have a larger effect on your credit score than if you didn’t have a lot of credit information. Credit history must be built up over time. Open a couple of credit card accounts, pay regularly and let the history build. 4. On “new credit,” be careful. Your FICO score can be lowered just by the number of inquiries from multiple creditors even if they do not extend credit to you. If you want to shop for a rate, do so within 30 days or so that it does not appear that you are seeking massive amounts of credit from many creditors. It is fine to request your own credit report – it won’t affect your score. 5. On “types of credit,” you should apply for and open new credit card accounts only as needed. More accounts will not raise your score. If you have a new credit card, use it sparingly and pay it off quickly. Someone with no credit cards will have a lower score than someone who has paid off their credit cards responsibly. All of these tips are also applicable to the relatively new credit scoring system created by the three national credit bureaus, Trans Union, Experian and Equifax, called VantageScore, created in 2006. The three agencies have advertised VantageScore as something that will help banks and lenders further drill down into “subprime categories.” Subprime lenders are dedicated to borrowers with less than perfect credit or harder to substantiate credit. This is

a difficult area - subprime already means the borrower has problems. It appears the VantageScore is an attempt to differentiate sub-prime borrowers based on certain payment categories. Like FICO, VantageScore provides different weights to different components of credit. Unlike a FICO score, which ranges from 300-850, the VantageScore ranges from 501-990. What are the Vantage Score calculation categories? Payment history how timely and consistent your payments are, accounts for 32% of your score; Credit Utilization, the debt-to-credit ratios and how much credit you have available, represents the next highest category at 23%, Credit Balanceswhat your total debt it (delinquent debt is counted more negatively than current debt) accounts for 15% of your score, Depth of Credit or length of credit history represents 13%, Recent Credit-how recent and many new hard inquiries and new accounts there are represents 10% of the score and Available Credit-how much credit you can access short-term represents 7%. The problem with VantageScore is that the exact details of how the VantageScore is calculated are unknown. Do not take your credit score for granted. Check it for errors, dispute the errors and monitor it consistently. If your FICO or VantageScores are low, try the tips I’ve suggested. For more research, visit fico.com and vantagescore.com. About the Author: Lyn Striegel is an attorney in private practice in Chesapeake Beach and Annapolis. Lyn has over thirty years experience in the fields of estate and financial planning and is the author of “Live Secure: Estate and Financial Planning for Women and the Men Who Love Them (2011 ed.).” Nothing in this article constitutes specific legal or financial advice and readers are advised to consult their own counsel.

When Is It Time to Make Portfolio Changes? The kids are back at school and summer vacations are now just fading memories, so it must be autumn. But the seasons don’t just move on the calendar — they also change in your life. And, speaking of changes, you’ll have to make many of them as you move through the years — and that includes changes to your investment portfolio. But how will you know when it’s time to take action? Just as Mother Nature sends out “signals” to indicate a change in seasons — blooming flowers, falling leaves, warmer or colder temperatures, longer or shorter days, etc. — your portfolio will frequently “tell” you when you need to make adjustments. Here are a couple of indicators you may want to heed: Out-of-balance portfolio — Even the best stocks can lose value when the overall market is down, but if you only own stocks, you could take a big hit during a downturn — and if it happens repeatedly, you may find it hard to even stay invested. After all, stocks will always fluctuate in value, and protection of your principal is not guaranteed. Yet you can at least help defend yourself against market volatility by balancing your portfolio with a mix of stocks, bonds, government securities, certificates of deposit (CDs) and other investments, with the percentage of each

type of asset based on your individual goals, time horizon and risk tolerance. “Overweighting” of individual investments — Related to the point made above, you can also have too much money kept in a single investment, such as an individual stock or bond. Sometimes, this “overweighting” can happen almost on its own, as when a stock, or stock-based vehicle, has increased so much in value that it now takes on a larger percentage of your portfolio than you had intended — possibly bringing with it more risk than you had intended, too. As a general rule, no single investment should take up more than a small percentage of your entire portfolio. Your own life may also send you some messages regarding changes you may need to make to your investment and financial strategies. Here are just a few of the milestones that may trigger necessary moves: New child — You’ll need to review your life insurance to make sure it’s sufficient to help provide for a newborn or newly adopted child, should anything happen to you. You may also want to begin investing in a college savings vehicle, such as a 529 plan.

New job — Assuming your new job offers you a retirement plan, such as a 401(k) or similar vehicle, you’ll have some choices to make. How much can you afford to contribute? How should you allocate your dollars among the investment choices offered in the plan? How can you best integrate your 401(k) or other plan into your overall investment portfolio to avoid duplication? Impending retirement — As you enter retirement, you may want to adjust your portfolio to help reduce its short-term fluctuations and to provide more current income opportunities. At the same time, you may still need to invest for growth — you could be retired for two or three decades, and you’ll need to stay ahead of inflation. Pay close attention to the messages coming from your portfolio — and from your life. These “signals” will give you a good idea of when it’s time to make the right investment-related moves.

Edward Jones Investments Lee Ritter, Financial Advisor 410-257-6827 lee.ritter@edwardjones.com

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THE By Annette Jones Funn

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What Do You Need to Know About Domestic Violence?

Domestic violence is the willful intimidation, physical assault, battery, sexual assault, and /or other abusive behavior perpetrated by an intimate partner against another. It is an epidemic affecting every community, regardless of age, economic status, race, religion, nationality or educational background. Violence against women is often accompanied by emotionally abusive and controlling behavior and thus is part of a systematic pattern or dominance and control. Domestic violence results in physical injury, psychological trauma and sometimes death. The consequences of domestic violence can cross generations and truly last a lifetime. (Definition reference: National Coalition Against Domestic Violence Public Policy Office web site: ncadv.org) But it’s not always women. Men can be the victims of domestic abuse, too.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month when special efforts are made to call attention to facts about abusive behavior, its bad effects and how it can be reported to help someone that is a victim. Yes, it is OK to report that you have been hurt by another person. That hurt can be in the form of physical abuse, sexual assault, violent behavior, economic abuse (such as withholding money), intimidation such as negative looks and using children to threaten a mother, isolation by controlling who one visits and associates with, including jealousy.

What are some of the local events this month on Domestic Violence? In Calvert County, here are several that are sponsored by the Crisis Intervention Center (CIC) and the Calvert County Commission for Women (CCCW): - Tues., Oct. 7, the Board of County Commissioners will issue a proclamation to How are October and Domestic Violence proclaim October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Calvert County at connected? Domestic Violence is wrong every day 10:00 a.m. in the Circuit Court and every month of the year. However, Commissioners Hearing Room, 175 Main

Street, Prince Frederick, 2nd floor. - Sat., Oct. 18, Commissioner Lynne Krause from the CCCW will moderate a panel discussion at the Calvert Library Prince Frederick Branch from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. titled “In Our Own Voice.” This discussion will focus on domestic violence and sexual assault. - Tues., Oct. 21, A Candlelight Vigil honoring victims of domestic abuse will be held in the Calvert County Circuit Courtyard located at 175 Main Street, Prince Frederick, from 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Tues., Oct. 21, A Recognition Ceremony in Building 205 on Main Street across street from Circuit Courtyard and Prince Frederick Police Barracks, 7:30 p.m. on first floor meeting room; enter and park in back of Building 205. This program will honor those for their efforts to end Domestic Violence in Calvert. Guest speaker is author Jennifer Foxworthy who autographing her book “Tomorrow My Sunshine Will Come” for a donation of $15.00. Two awards will be presented - one is the Domestic Violence Awareness Award and one named the Purple Purse Award. - Thurs., Oct. 30, a Community Forum titled “Real Men Talk” at 7:00 p.m. at the Calvert Library Prince Frederick Branch to be implemented by men community leaders who live in Calvert County. Everyone is invited to attend all of these special programs that are free and open to the public. What is the Crisis Intervention Center? The Crisis Intervention Center of Calvert County dates back to Oct., 1984 as a result of the Calvert County Commission for Women, various supportive agencies and interested citizens. Its purpose is to provide help for victims of crime, family violence and sexual assault including the elderly and children. They provide help for abusers as

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well. If you are being mistreated, tell someone so that you can get help! The Crisis Intervention Center is operated by the Calvert County Health Department and provides a 24/7 crisis helpline offering a wide array of services, including a safe emergency shelter for women and children. Transportation to counseling and other appointments is also provided. How can you get help? Here are some free telephone numbers: 24/7 Helplines: (410) 535-1121 or 301-855-1075 Teen Helpline: (410) 257-2216 Authorities: call 911 for immediate danger. Sheriff Department for Protective Orders – (410) 535-1600 x 2577. Calvert County Health Department is located at 975 Solomons Island Road N, (Lower Level) Prince Frederick, next to Calvert Memorial Hospital. The Health Department numbers are: (410) 535-5400 and (301) 855-1353. Walk-ins welcome. All information is confidential. Statistics show that one in every four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime, and most cases are not reported to the police. This is a call for action. Let us make every house in our area a safe house. Let’s stop domestic violence abuse now – because no one wants to live their life in pain and fear. About the Author: Annette Jones Funn Ever since she was a little girl, she’s asked a lot of questions. That’s why we call her new column in the Chesapeake Current newspaper is: The Question Column. Annette is Co-President of the League of Women Voters, Vice Cahir of the Calvert County Commission for Women, Co-Founder of Concerned Black Women, a Friend of the Calvert Library, Calvert Historical Society, Calvert Marine Museum, supporter of Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation, local church clerk and Trustees chair. She is a retired scientist from the US Food and Drug Administration. She and her husband Malcolm live in Chesapeake Beach.

CURRENT EVENTS Enjoy Ham, Oysters at Fall Fest St. James’ Parish in Lothian invites you and your family to its annual “Fall Festival, Country Ham and Oyster Dinner” on Sat., Oct. 11 from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. The menu will feature fried oysters, country and honey-baked ham, potatoes au gratin, green beans, homemade coleslaw, rolls and biscuits, beverages and homemade pies. At the festival you will find bake and garden shoppes, crafts, antique cars, children’s activities and guided tours of historic St. James’ Church. Admission is free. The dinner is $20 for adults (eat in or carry out), $10 for children 10 years and under. Children under 2 years old eat free. The “Fall Festival, Country Ham and Oyster Dinner” is sponsored by the Women of St. James’ Parish. Proceeds go to support the Parish and community outreach programs. St. James’ Parish, Old Herring Creeke is one of the historic Anglican parishes established under the Maryland General Assembly by the Royal Governor of Maryland in 1692. The present church, which continues to serve the congregation today, was built in 1765. St. James’ Parish is located at 5757 Solomons Island Road in Lothian.

Last year’s Fall Festival at St. James’ Parish, Lothian. (L to R): Betty Mitchell, Greg Davis and Val Hymes;

Antique Cars_Fall Festival_St.jpg Antique Cars at Fall Festival at St. James’ Parish, Lothian.

Hospital Ball Gains Support “We are truly overwhelmed by the generous support from our sponsors for this year’s Harvest Ball,” says Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation Director Dixie Miller. This year’s CMH Foundation Harvest Ball will be Sat., Nov. 15 at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel – a new venue for the popular black-tie event. The theme, “Imagine,” envisions a future full of promise and celebrates the remarkable transformation that has taken place at CMH during the 27-year tenure of President and CEO Jim Xinis, who is also serving as the honorary chair. Since the Harvest Ball began 25 years ago, it has raised over $1.4 million for medical technology and equipment at the hospital. Proceeds from this year’s event will help purchase state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging technology that will ensure outstanding clarity at lower doses in less time, which results in faster and more definitive diagnoses. The event is open and anyone is welcome to attend. The cost is $500 per couple and $250 per person which includes a cocktail reception and open

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Harvest Ball co-chairs Cindy Parlett (at left) and Mickie Frazer (at right) meet with Kathy Dickinson of Dickenson Jewelers about the jewelry raffle, a favorite with ball-goers.

bar in addition to a sit-down dinner and dancing to music of the band, Night Life. If you plan to stay overnight in Baltimore, the Marriot is offering special pricing of a standard room with a king size bed or two double beds at $149 plus tax. You may purchase tickets and book your overnight stay online at calverthospital.org or by calling the Foundation at (410) 414-4570.

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CURRENT EVENTS Columbus Day Closures The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners announces the following office and facility closures for Columbus Day: • All Calvert County government offices will be closed Mon. , Oct. 13. • The Calvert Pines, Southern Pines and North Beach senior centers will be closed Oct. 13. Meals on Wheels will be delivered to clients. • All Calvert Library locations will be closed Mon. , Oct. 13. • There will be no public transportation services Oct. 13. Regular schedules will resume Tuesday, Oct. 14. • All solid waste sites will be open Oct. 13. • Northeast Community Center will be open Mon. , Oct. 13; all other county community centers will be closed. • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, Flag Ponds Nature Park and Kings Landing Park will be open for regular hours on Oct. 13. • The Edward T. Hall Aquatic Center, Calvert Marine Museum, Breezy Point Beach and Campground and Chesapeake Hills Golf Course will be open for regular hours Oct. 13. After-School Drama Programs Riva Arts University is offering two series of classes in an 8-week format for one hour a week as an after school session. One is for elementary school students (1st-5th grades) and one for middle school students (6th-8th grades). Classes will consist of a warm up, at least one theater game, and the primary lesson for the day. Each lesson will interconnect, providing continual development as the program progresses. The goal of this program is to create a fun, structured learning environment that will teach students theater activities and techniques. As students continue in this class they will learn about and use improvisation, scene work, characterization, and other general basics of theater. These topics will in turn aid them in developing confidence, collaboration, exploration, and imagination. $96 for all classes held at Riva Trace Baptist Church, 475 West Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD 21035. For more info or to sign up, (410) 798-4868 x 103 or email: RAU@rtbc.org.

Dec. 14. Auditions for all ages. Please bring a current photo. Audition dates are Sun., Oct. 5 from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. and Mon., Oct. 6 from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the Bayside Boys and Girls Club, 9021 Dayton Ave., North Beach. Book Sale Browse and shop a huge selection of books at bargain prices. Mon., Oct. 6 – Fri., Oct. 10 from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Fri. until 2:00 p.m. Anne Arundel South County Senior Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. For more info call (410) 222-1927 of (410) 798. Visit aacounty.org/aging. Hand Dancing Class: Hand Dancing was popular back in the 50’s and 60’s so the music will be familiar and the dance style is fairly easy to learn. This seven-week class is sponsored by Anne Arundel County Rec. & Parks. Tuesdays, Oct. 7 - Dec. 16 from 1:00 -2:30 p.m. (class will not be held on Oct. 14 & 21 or Nov. 4 & 11). The cost is $40/person. Register at the Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Center, 27 Stepneys Lane in Edgewater. Membership, which is free to those 55 and older, is required. Call (410) 222-1927 for info. Eastern Shore Birding Trip Join Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary staff naturalist Lindsay Hollister and ornithologist Dr. Frode Jacobsen for a birding adventure. Visit Blackwater NWR, Assateague Island, and other locations. Ages 13 and up. $60/person. Sat., Oct. 11; 8:00 a.m. – Sun., Oct. 12; 1:00 p.m. To register call (410) 741-9330 or e-mail programs@jugbay.org. Your reservation will be secured when payment is received.

$5,000 Raffle Underway The annual raffle conducted by the Captain Avery Museum is now underway. The prize is $5,000, and tickets are $5 each. The winning ticket will be drawn at the Society's Oyster Festival at the Captain Avery Museum, 1418 EW Shady Side Rd., on Oct. 19, at 5:00 p.m. One need not be present to win. Proceeds from tickets sales are used to support Museum's programs and activities, as well as to help with building and grounds maintenance and repairs. Purchase tickets by mail by Audition Announcement! The Twin Beach Players will be sending a check payable to Captain conducting auditions for their holiday Avery Museum at P.O. Box 89, Shady production of “Babes in Toyland” to Side, MD 20764. To order by phone, be performed on weekends Nov. 28 to call (410) 867-4486.

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Fri., Oct. 3 & Sat., Oct. 4

Public Meeting: Master Plan of New Dunkirk Park: The Calvert County Division of Parks and Recreation and Division of Natural Resources hosts a public meeting at 7:00 p.m., at the Northeast Community Center in Chesapeake Beach to present the final draft of the master plan for a new park on Ward Rd. in Dunkirk. For more info call (410) 535-1600, ext. 2649.

Yom Kippur Services: Beit Chaverim Congregation of Calvert County will hold High Holiday Services for Yom Kippur led by Rabbi Arnold Saltzman. Fri., Kol Nidre Services at 6:45 p.m.; Sat., Yom Kippur Service at 10:00 a.m. St. Paul's Episcopal 25 Church St. Inquiry for tickets: (410) 586-0090 or (410) 586-2364.

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Fri., Oct. 3 & Sat., Oct. 4 Yom Kippur Services: Beit Chaverim Congregation of Calvert County will hold High Holiday Services for Yom Kippur led by Rabbi Arnold Saltzman. Fri., Kol Nidre Services at 6:45 p.m.; Sat., Yom Kippur Service at 10:00 a.m. St. Paul's Episcopal 25 Church St. Inquiry for tickets: (410) 586-0090 or (410) 586-2364.

Saturday, October 4 YART Sale: It’s a yard sale; it’s an art sale! Creative/clever items or yard sale/flea market items. Ladies of Charity Pantry, St. Anthony of Padua Church, North Beach. 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. For more information call (301) 356-4697 or email she103@live.com. Rabies Vaccination Clinic: Northern High School; 10:00 a.m. – Noon. Vaccines are free for all Calvert residents' pets. Additional clinics will be held Sat. Oct. 18 at Huntingtown High School and Sat. Oct. 25 at Patuxent High School. Cats, dogs, and ferrets must be in a carrier or on leash and muzzled, if necessary. The clinics are open air with no special facilities to vaccinate animals that cannot be restrained, such as feral or stray animals, by the owner. To get a 3-year rabies shot, owners should bring proof of prior vaccination. Calvert County pet licenses will also be available with proof that animals have been spayed/neutered. For more info, call the Calvert County Health Department at (410) 535-5400 or (410) 535-3922. Guided Canoe Trip on Parkers Creek: Depart from Warrior's Rest and enjoy a scenic tour of Parkers Creek from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Reservations required; a $15 donation is appreciated. Please call (410) 414-3400 or e-mail info@acltweb.org for more info. Canoe trips are physically strenuous, requiring paddling for three hours frequently against wind and tides, and may require participants to help carry a canoe for up to one-quarter mile over sand to access the creek. 4th Annual Bay Harvestfest: Along Bay Avenue from 12:00 – 6:00 p.m. in North Beach.

Barbarshop Harmony: Enjoy an evening of music in the barbershop-harmony style. Presented by the South County Concert Association (SCCA) beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium at Southern High School, 4400 Solomons Island Rd. in Harwood. Admission is $20/person; free to subscribers of the SCAA and PAAL. For info call (301) 789-3295 or visit: southcountyconcerts.org.

Sunday, October 5 Youth Soccer Challenge Competition: All boys and girls ages 9-14 are invited to participate in the local level of competition for the 2014 Knights of Columbus Soccer Challenge at 3:00 p.m. at St. John Vianney soccer field in Prince Frederick. In the event of inclement weather, rain date is Oct. 11 at 3:00 p.m. Furnish proof of age and written parental consent. For entry forms or additional information contact: Mr. Chuck Crisman, (410) 535-0453 or email OLSOWYD@gmail.com. CSM Ward Virts Concert Series: Presents classical pianist Brian Ganz. A graduate of the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University, Ganz has performed with numerous orchestras such as the St. Louis Symphony, the St. Petersburg Philharmonic and the Baltimore Symphony. Doors open at 2:30 p.m.; performance begins at 3:00 p.m. Limited seating. College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Bldg. B, Multipurpose Rm., 115 J.W. Williams Rd., Prince Frederick. For more information contact rfleming@csmd.edu or call (443) 550-6011. Free. Bluegrass for Hospice: A community fundraiser night at the Solomon’s Roy Rogers Restaurant from 5:00 -8:00 p.m. There will be “live” Bluegrass music by local musicians and 50/50 raffles! A portion of the evening’s proceeds will go toward the Bluegrass for Hospice-2014, a fundraiser to benefit the “Hospice House of St. Mary’s.” Come out and support this great community event! Roy Rogers, 14000 H.G. Truman Rd. in Solomons Island.

Tue., Oct. 7 & Thu., Oct. 9

Sea Squirts - Signs of Animals: Look for the signs animals leave behind. Tracks, scat, holes, and food remains are just a few clues you can piece together to figure out what animals live here. Program includes games, stories, and a walk outside. Free drop-in program for toddlers 18 months to three years and their caregivers. 10:30 Marsh Ecology by Canoe: Discover the - 11:00 a.m. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. abundant wildlife in the Patuxent River Visit calvertmarinemuseum.com for more info. wetlands. Paddle up some of the smaller branches of the river to look for beavers, birds, Tuesday, October 7 and flowering wetland plants. Please arrive 30 mins. before the starting time. Bring plenty of water, sunscreen, a lunch, and shoes that can get AARP Tour of Southern Maryland: Would you wet. Children must be at least 7 years old and like a chance to talk to AARP about issues that accompanied by an adult. $20/person. 1:00 – matter to you and your family? Now’s your 5:00 p.m., Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, 1361 chance! AARP Maryland is hosting a Member Wrighton Rd., Lothian. To register call (410) Networking Social to raise awareness on 741-9330 or e-mail programs@jugbay.org to important issues including retirement security, check availability keeping utility rates as low as possible, and elder abuse. Open conversation on these important Get UP and F.U.E.L.: Fuel Empowerment topics, make your voice heard. This free member Uniting and Empowering Leadership presents event will be an opportunity to network with “Fueling Youth Minds” in partnership with other AARP members and talk to the AARP team Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth about the issues that are important to you. Free Inc. Hosted by Kenny Levister. Live music from refreshments. 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Stoney’s KingfishJustMusic and Aviance Mason. Free T-shirts. ers, 14442 Solomons Island Rd S., Solomons. Keynote speaker is Pastor William Butler. 6:00 p.m., St. John UMC, 1475 Sollers Wharf Rd., Lusby. Sponsored by Bishop Bus Wednesday, October 8 Services, Inc. For more info email: fuelempowerment@rocketmail.com Old Fashioned Hootenanny: Join Russ and Paul from The Grey Legends for an old-fashioned Maker’s Market Craft & Farmers Market: Handmade. Homemade. Homegrown. 9:00 a.m. – Noon, Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Dowell Rd. For more infor visit annmariegarden.org. Free.

CURRENT EVENTS or hootenanny and sing along, featuring songs by 7199 (baronvonsmoogle@netscape.net;) Wood, (301) 863-9663, folk music greats such as The Kingston Trio, Joan Gerry Baez and Peter, Paul and Mary. 1:00 -2:00 p.m. (gbwood2@verizon.net). Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. For more informaSaturday, October 11 tion call (410) 222-1927 of (410) 798. Visit aacounty.org/aging. River to Bay: Reflections and Connections: Don’t miss the grand opening of the Calvert Thursday, October 9 Marine Museum’s new estuarine biology exhibit River to Bay: Reflections and ConnecAsk the Undertaker: Who, What & When? tions. The new 14-aquarium exhibit will be an Confusion is often apparent when a family is immersive experience introducing guests to the faced with a loss. Ryan Helfenbein, columnist for amazing diversity of animal life found in the Outlook by the Bay, will guide us through these Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. The exhibit questions. 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Southern Anne highlights three unique bay habitats: the deep, Arundel County Senior Center, 27 Stepneys open waters, the brackish coastal shallows, and Lane, Edgewater. For more information call (410) 222-1927 of (410) 798. Visit freshwaters of the coastal plains. Visitors can explore how bay creatures are connected to aacounty.org/aging. their surroundings, to each other, and to Findings of Transparency Study: The League humans. of Women Voters of Calvert County will release the results of its recently completed study of Huge Yard Sale: At the North Beach Voluncounty government. They will discuss transpar- teer Fire Department. 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. ency and public participation in county govern- Have stuff to sell? To reserve a table, please ment. The meeting is free and open to the public. contact Diana (410) 231-1775. Tables are 7:00 p.m. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 available for $15 ea./$25 for two (must be Costley Way, Prince Frederick. For more info reserved in advance, for additional tables check call (410) 586-2176. with Diana).

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Community Yard Sale: At the Windward Key townhome neighborhood in Chesapeake Beach. Sat., Oct. 11 from 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 CSM Children’s Theatre: “A Thousand p.m. Cranes,” based on the true and poignant story of a young girl who succumbs to leukemia as result of radiation poisoning, this play explores the Annual Music Industry Seminar: This year’s Japanese legend that a wish will be granted to theme is songwriting and there will be anyone who folds a thousand paper cranes. 7:00 workshops presented by professionals in the p.m. on Fri.; 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. on Sat. College industry. Learn about writing music and lyrics, of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine publishing, marketing, copyrighting, licensing, Arts (FA) Bldg., Theatre, 8730 Mitchell Rd., La performance rights, royalties and more. Join Plata. $7 adults/seniors, $5 youth. Calvert Library and Alchemical Records from bxoffc@csmd.edu, (301) 934-7828. More info at 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. Calvert Library Prince csmd.edu/Arts. Frederick. Registration is encouraged but not required. See calvert.lib.md.us/amis.html or call Robyn Truslow at (410) 535-0291 or (301) Friday, October 10 855-1862 for more information. CSM Connections Literary Series: Novelist Lydia Netzer will read selections from her latest work, “How to Tell Toledo from the Night Sky.” Fate and determinism as well as science and faith are major themes of the book. A discussion will follow. $3 in advance, $5 at the event, $3 with CSM Student ID. 7:30 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Ctr for Business and Industry (BI) Bldg., Dr. John M. Sine Conference Rm., BI-103, 8730 Mitchell Rd., La Plata. For more information visit Connections@csmd.edu or call (301) 934-7864.

Sat., Oct. 11 & Sun., Oct. 12 Patuxent River Appreciation Days (PRAD): Enjoy free boat rides, toy boat building, juried arts and crafts show, great food, live music on two stages, local wine tasting, environmental groups, and many activities for children and their families all weekend from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Parade is on Sun. at 2:00 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. Visit pradinc.org for complete details. The museum is open and free to public this weekend. Art Show: The public is invited to attend Calvert Artists Guild’s PRAD event at Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. There will be various medias of art from paintings to jewelry for viewing and/or purchase. Our tents will be located directly across from the walkway to Calvert Marine Museum. Please join us for this very special event. For more info, contact Lonnie Harkins, (410) 326-

$65.00 each. 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the College of Southern Maryland Prince Frederick Campus. Call (410) 586-9157 for tickets or visit: concernedblackwomencalvertcounty.org.

Monster Mash at the Railway Museum: Bingo, face painting, games, crafts, moon bounce, prizes, drawing for a seven-foot inflatable train, refreshments and a "Reptiles Alive!" show. Free, open to the public from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum, 4155 Mears Ave, Chesapeake Beach. Call (410) 257-3892 for more information.

The Chesapeake Community Chorus: A concert of Southern Gospel and Patriotic music will be presented by this all-volunteer chorus at St. John Vianney Church, Family Life Center, 105 Vianney Lane, Prince Frederick. (The Family Life Center is the large building down the long driveway behind the church and Monday, October 13 rectory.) at 7:00 p.m. A Freewill Offering will be taken to benefit the Burnett-Calvert Hospice Senior Exploitation Prevention: Anne Colt House. Leitess, State’s Attorney for Anne Arundel County, and Brian Marsh, Assistant State’s Attorney, will offer an innovative program Sunday, October 12 that provides residents the tools they need to empower themselves against identity theft, Docking at Steamboat Landing: The fraud, scams, and exploitation. 10:00 – 11:00 Emma Giles brought thrills for the young, a.m. Southern Anne Arundel County Senior goods and staples for the residents of Gales- Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. For ville and surrounding areas, and people more information call (410) 222-1927 of looking for a vacation from the city life of (410) 798. Visit aacounty.org/aging. Baltimore. From 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. you can relive the excitement of the arrival of the Emma Giles docking on the shores of the Wednesday, October 15 West River and other landings in South County. Starting at 2:00 PM, John Colhoun, local native son and lover of Music with Captain Chuck Fisher: A former history, will share the story of the Emma vocalist and guitarist sings classic and modern Giles, her history and her importance to the country music. Don’t miss this fun perforSouthern Anne economy of this region. Artifacts and mance. 1:00-2:00 p.m. photographs will be on display, along with a Arundel County Senior Center, 27 Stepneys model of the Emma Giles. At the Galesville Lane, Edgewater. For more info call (410) of (410) 798. Visit Heritage Museum, 988 Main St., Gales- 222-1927 aacounty.org/aging. ville. Free!

The Journey of Man: Ray and Phyllis Noble present their artistic vision of our shared history. Opening reception Oct. 11 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. The show will be on display through Nov. 2. The CalvART Gallery in the Prince Frederick Center between Dreamweaver Cafe and Sakura restaurants at Rt. 4 and Rt. 231. Info: (410) 535-9252 or visit calvartgallery.org. Fall Festival, Country Ham and Oyster Dinner: Bake sales and garden shoppes, crafts, antique cars, children’s activities include scarecrow making, pumpkin decorating and face painting. Guided tours also of historic St. James’ Church. Admission is free. The dinner is $20 for adults (eat in or carry out), $10 for children 10 yrs. and under. Children under 2 yrs. old eat free. Sponsored by the Women of St. James’ Parish, the dinner is one of the largest fundraisers for the Parish. The proceeds go to support the Parish and community outreach programs. 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. St. James’ Parish, 5757 Solomons Island Road in Lothian. For more info email stjamesdinners@aol.com or visit stjameslothian.com. Concerned Black Women’s 10th Anniversary Celebration: A“Salute To Excellence” theme and scholarship fundraiser. Guest moderator is Yolanda Powell, former CBW Honoree; music by Latrice Carr and Band; silent auction; heavy hors d'oeuvres; tickets

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Mark Your Calendar! Race Day is October 18, 2014

Mark Your Calendar!

October 18, 2014 Calvert Memorial Hospital’s 5th annual 5K Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, October 18. Join the fun and run or walk around beautiful Solomons Island.

Join Calvert Memorial Hospital and our partners as we raise funds for the Sheldon E. Goldberg Center for Breast Care. Calvert Memorial Hospital’s 5th annual 5K Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, October 18. Run or walk around beautiful Solomons Island.

Early Bird Race Fee: $40 (before October 10, 2014)

Early Bird registrants guaranteed sweatshirt and can pick up packets Thursday, October 16, and Friday, October 17 at the KeepWell Center.

Race Fee: (Day of) $50 Race Time: 8:30 a.m. with a Warm-up by World Gym at 8 a.m.

Scan here with your smart phone to register at www.active.com !

Check-in begins at 7 a.m. All participants will be entered to win a Total Wellness Package (one-year World Gym membership, four consultations with a registered dietition and four personal training sessions). Must be present to win.

Donations are tax-deductible as applicable by law.

You can register online at www. active.com or in person at the KeepWell Center.

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