Coastal Point — September 23, 2022

Businessownersconcernedoverparkingproposal

Counciltohearfrom committeeFriday

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

ProposedchangestoFenwickIs-

Route1isreportedly Priority1forDelDOT

ByMikeSmith Staff Reporter

Howcanacoastalpeninsulacommunitybesafelyevacuatedintheevent ofrapidsea-levelriseoramassflooding event?TheDelawareDepartmentof Transportation(DelDOT)hostedan onlinemeetingthisweekaboutCoastal Highway(alsoknownasRoute1)about howtokeepthelanesopenandthe trafficmovingastheregionfacesmore climate-inducedstormincidentsand evenfloodingduringdaysofsunshine.

SecretaryofTransportationNicole Majeskikickedoffthevirtualmeeting.

“ Wearechallengedbysea-levelrise, evenonsunnydays,withtheeffects comingfromboththeoceanandthe bayside.”

Shesaidthecontingencyplanning processwasininitialstagesandthe publicforumwasmeanttolistento communitiesfromDeweyBeachnorth totheMarylandstatelineinthesouth.

“TheStateRoute1corridorbetween DeweyandSouthBethanyBeachis critical,”saidJamesPappas,DelDOT directoroftransportation,resiliencyand sustainability,whoistheleaderonthis resiliencyreviewproject.

land’soff-streetparkingregulationswill comebeforethetowncouncilagainon Friday,Sept.23,followingasecond publichearingandacommitteemeeting lastmonthduringwhichbusinessownersexpressedconcernsaboutthe changes.

Duringthe90-minutehearinglast

week,thecouncilheardfrombusiness ownerswhosaidthechanges—which woulddoubletheamountofrequired parkingspaces—wouldhampertheir abilitytosuccessfullyoperateinthe town.

TimCollins,FenwickIslandresident andlongtimeowneroftheSouthern

Exposureclothingstore,toldthecouncilhehadbeenaskedtospeakatthe meetingonbehalfofFenwickIsland businessowners.

“Themajorityofcommercialpropertyownersinthistownaredeeplycon-

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Doublethewave

Rumoredmigrantplaneano-showinGeorgetown

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

Althoughnoplanesfullofmigrants arrivedatDelawareCoastalAirportin

GeorgetownonTuesday,Sept.20,the possibilitywasstrongenoughthatthe smallairportwascrowdedwithjournalists,aidworkersandconcernedcommunitymembersformuchoftheday.

SpecialtotheCoastalPoint•MarianDowling OurroamingphotographyfriendgotoutandcaughtashotofagreatdoublewaveatCapeHenlopenrecently.Reminder:We liveinaprettyremarkableplace.

ReportssurfacedMondayevening thatoneoftheplanesusedbyFlorida Gov.RonDeSantistosendmigrantsto Martha’sVineyard,Mass.,earlierthis monthcouldbelandinginDelaware.

Themove,calleda“politicalstunt” byWhiteHousePressSecretaryKarine Jean-PierreonTuesday,wasthesubject

cernedandopposedtoanychanges”in thecurrentregulations,hesaid.The currentregulationsrequireoneparking spaceforevery100squarefeetofpatron space.Theproposedchangesincludean increaseofthatminimumtoonespace forevery50squarefeetofpatronspace.

“Iknowthebusinesscommunity”in FenwickIsland,Collinssaid.“Iknowit likethebackofmyhand.”

Heurgedthecounciltodelayaction ontheparkingchangesuntilthebusinessownershavemoretimetositdown with townofficialsand,hopefully,come upwithsolutionsthatwillbenefitthe entirecommunity.

“Let’sstudythis,”hesaid.“Ithink there’sawaytoworkthisout”without hamperingpotentialdevelopmentinthe town’scommercialsector.Theproposed ordinancewouldaffectnewbusinesses

andthosethatundergosubstantialrenovationorexpansion—existingbusinesseswouldbegrandfathered.

MayorNatalieMagdeburgersaidthe Townis“verymuchinvestedincontinuing thedialogue”withbusinessowners, butaddedthattheyhave“yettoseea plan,”otherthanproposalsforbusinessestoworkwitheachotherandplan forsharedparkingbetweenrestaurants andbusinessesthatareclosedinthe evening.

“ThecommitteehasbeeninexistencesinceMarch,”Magdeburgersaid oftheAdHocParkingCommittee, addingthatshehadseennoapplicationsfrombusinessmemberstojoinit, and“verylittleresponse”toaletteraskingforinput.

Collinsandotherbusinessowners havecomplainedthatthediscussionson theparkingchangestookplaceinthe peakofthesummerseason,whenthey havelittletimetofocusonanything otherthanday-to-dayoperationsof

theirbusinesses.

MagdeburgerandCollinsalsodisagreedwitheachotheronthenatureof thetown’sparkingissues,eachciting differentsetsoffiguresandinformation.

Magdeburger’spresentationfile showedaprogressionofparkingregulationsfrom1995,whenonespotper100 feetoftotalfloorareawastherequirementandonespaceforeachtwoemployeesat“maximumshift”through changesin1996and2013.The1996 changesincreasedtherequirementto onespaceper75feetoftotalfloorarea, oroneforeverythreepatronseats,with thesamerequirementsforemployees.

Therequirementwasreducedtoone spaceper100squarefeetoftotalpatron areain2013,withnorequirementfor employeeparking.

Thelatestproposedchangecallsfor onespaceper50feetoftotalpatron area,includingoutsideserviceareas, withnoemployeerequirement.

“Totalpatronarea”isdefinedinthe

2022proposalastheareaofarestaurant thatisopentothepublicanddoesnot includekitchenandstorageareasor restrooms.

AccordingtothecalculationsincludedintheTown’spresentation,the proposedchangeswouldrenderthe sameorparkingspacesnecessaryintwo typesofrestaurants—onewithpatron areaof3,500squarefeetandonewith patronareaof2,900squarefeet.

Magdeburgeralsopresentedfigures fromsomesurroundingtowns,aswellas unincorporatedareasgovernedbySussexCountyregulations.Accordingto herchart,theTownsofSelbyvilleand OceanView,aswellasSussexCounty, requireonespaceper50squarefeetof patronarea;SouthBethanycurrently requiresonespaceforevery75square feetofpatronarea,oronespaceper threepatronseats,whicheverisgreater.

Collins,meanwhile,saidhehaddone aninformalsurveyofparkingspacesin townandconcludedthat,ona“peak” eveninginAugust,therewereavailable 300parkingspotsthatwerenotinuse, “mostwithinablock”ofrestaurants.

Warren’sStationownerScottMumfordsaidtheTownneedsto“builda betterbridge”betweentownofficials andthebusinesscommunityinorderto solveparkingissues.

“FenwickIslandbusinessowners wanttohelpyouinanywaywecan,” Mumfordsaid.

Hecalledtheproposed“business-tobusinessinitiative,”throughwhichbusinesseswouldworktogethertoshare parkingspaces,“agreatstep.”

Mumfordalsourgedthecouncilto reachouttostateandcountyofficials, sincedevelopmenttothewestofthe townhaveandwillcontinuetoincrease trafficinthetown.Hesuggestedthata park-and-ridepublictransportationsystemmightbeonesolution.

KinsleyHazel,whosefamilyowns propertyinthe1100blockofCoastal Highway,saidthenewregulations wouldseriouslyhamperthepossibility fornewbusinessestodevelop.Shegave anexampleofopeninganewbreakfast shoponapropertythatiscurrently underadifferentuse.Hazelsaidanew “breakfastshop”-typebusinesswould require30parkingspaces—whichshe saidwouldnotbefeasibleonanexisting property.

Homeownerswhospokeduringthe hearingexpressedconcernsthatlackof commercialparkingforbusinessesencroachesonresidentialstreetsand causessafetyissues,aswellasqualityof-lifeissues.ResidentJackPine,ina writtenstatementreadintotherecord byTownAdministratorRaelene Menominee,said,“Wearebasicallya smallresidentialcommunitythatdoes notwanttobecomeanextensionof OceanCity.”

Anotherresident,GailWarburton, saidshesupportstheproposedchanges “verymuch.”

“SussexCountyhasbeenabletobe proactiveandtousea‘Band-aid’and keeptheroadpassable”alongthiscriticalevacuationcorridor,hesaid.

“Wearetalkingaboutthelongterm, likefive,10and20yearshence,”said Pappasofthestudy,whichhasafinal drafttechnicalreportdueinearly2023. “Weneedtothinkaboutthelongterm, andit’salongcorridor.Itwillrequirea lotofdesignworkandalotoffunding. Weneedtothinkaboutthisevacuation routeinthedecadesahead.”

Joe Hofstee,aseniorprojectmanager forsurfacetransportationofthe AECOMengineeringteam,saidthat thiscritical6milesisbeingcarvedinto sixsegments,eachwithitsowntopologicalchallenges.Theresiliencystudy startsinDeweyBeach,justsouthof TheStarboardrestaurantatNewOrleansStreet,andcontinuestoFenwick IslandandtheMarylandstateline.

Segment1istheTownofDewey Beachtothedunes.

“SouthoftheIndianRiverismore dunesandvegetation,”saidHofstee, with RehobothandLittleAssawoman Bayapartofthatsegment.“Theelevationvariesfrom12-feetdowntojust2 feetabovesealevelinsomeareas, whereasinBethanyBeach,thereisa slightlyhigherlevel,from4feetabove sealevelupto8feet.”

Delawareisthelowest-lyingstatein thecountry.

“Wehavequiteachallengeinfront ofus,”addedPappas.“Theseareroads neartheshoreline,andthereisflooding eitherbystorms,thetides,orevendependingwhichwaythewindblows.”

Therehavebeenseveraloccasions duringcertainstormeventswhenRoute 1waseitherimpassableor“Wecould notkeepbothlanesopen.Wehadtogo oneatatime,”hesaid.

“Stormeventsaregoingtogetmuch worseastimegoeson,”saidPappas.“So thatiswhywearedoingthestudy. Whatdoes2025and2030looklike?”

BethanyBeachandSouthBethany hadsignificantstormdamagethisyear fromanor’easter,andlocalizedflooding occurred.

Accordingtoinformationpresented to residentsandbusinessesduringthe coastalcorridordiscussion:“Hereat DelDOT,itisourgoaltoexaminethe impactsclimatechangeandsea-level risearehavingonourtransportationinfrastructure,andincorporateresiliency andsustainabilitymeasuresintheplanning,design,constructionandmaintenanceofourprojects.”

“Duetothelow-lyingtopographyof ourstate,creatingresilientinfrastructure inthefaceofroadwayfloodingisa challenge.DelDOThasbeenandcontinuestobechallengedbytheeffectsof sea-levelrise(SLR)andfrequently floodedroadways.AndtheSR1corri-

dorbetweenDeweyBeachandthe Marylandstatelineisparticularlyvulnerable,witheffectscomingfrom oceansideaswellasbayside.ThissectionofSR1isaprimaryevacuation routeforBethanyBeach,South Bethany,FenwickIslandandOcean City,Md.,”notedDelDOTofficials duringtheinformationalsession.

Pappassaidhisteamisreadytofocus onSLRandhighwayimpact.

“Thisgroupwecreatedaboutayear agowastoreallylookatthisissueand makedecisionstoelevate,hardenor abandon”someregionalroadways.

Pappashasbeenanadvocateforelevatingroads,wherepossible,tomove higherabovesealevel,hardeningsea wallsandstructurestopreventflooding onroads,orabandoningtheroutein favorofalternativetrafficmovement.

Pappasiscurrentlydirectoroftransportationresiliencyandsustainability, andbeforethat,heservedDelDOTas deputydirectorofoperationsandsupport.

“Thisisanewfunction,”notedPappas.“WewerecreatedatDelDOTto reallybringtogetherouroperational functions,anditwasalwaysapartof ourjobs.SecretaryMajewskidecidedto havemeleadthatresiliencyprogram becauseIampassionateaboutit,and theassistantdirectorisStephanieJohnson,”whoisequallyaspassionate,he said.

Plane

ofspeculationthatitwasintendedtobe anaffronttoPresidentJoeBidenbecauseDelawareishishomestate,with

theGeorgetownairporttheclosestone tohisvacationhomeinRehoboth Beach.

Theplanewaslistedononlineflight trackersasscheduledtolandinGeorgetownat1:30p.m.Tuesday,afterstopsin SanAntonio,Texas,andCrestview,Fla.

Thattimecameandwent,withnonew informationontheplane’swhereabouts orpotentialpassengersastheafternoon woreon.

Around2:30p.m.,DelawareDepartmentofHealth&SocialServices spokespersonJillFredelsteppedinfront

DelawareDepartmentofHealthandSocialServicesspokespersonJillFredel speakstoreportersonthetarmacat DelawareCoastalAirportinGeorgetown onTuesday,Sept.20regardingthe state'sreadinesstoassistmigrants thoughttobeheadedtoDelawareona planecharteredbyFloridaGov.RonDeSantis.

ofdozensofjournalistsfromlocaland nationalorganizationsontheairport tarmacandsaidthestatewasreadyto receiveandsupportanymigrantsthat mightbearriving.

DuringherregulardailypressbriefingattheWhiteHouseonTuesday, Jean-Pierrefieldedaquestionaboutthe potentialsituationunfoldinginGeorgetown.

“Whatwe’reseeinginDelaware todayisapoliticalstuntthatisbeing donebyGov.DeSantis,”Jean-Pierre said.

“Let’sremember,thesefolksarefleeingcommunism,”sheurged.“When youthinkaboutVenezuela—what’s goingoninVenezuela,whenyouthink aboutwhat’sgoingoninNicaragua, whenyouthinkaboutwhat’sgoingon inCuba:Theyarefleeingpoliticalpersecution,onlytobeusedasapolitical pawnbytheFloridagovernor.Andthat issomethingthatthepeopleinFlorida

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St.Martha’sbooksaledeemedabigsuccess

ByMikeSmith StaffReporter

Brisktrafficofbookloversreturned toSt.Martha’sEpiscopalChurchin BethanyBeachovertheLaborDay weekendasfamiliesbrowsedthemany titlesarrangedbycategoryinthelarge socialhall.BillZiegler,whoischairman oftheBookSaleCommittee,saidthe sales,whichareusedtosupport Bethany-areacharitiesincludingCamp Arrowhead,willreturntopre-pandemic funding.

“It’saprofitablebusinessmodel,” saidZieglerofthedonatedbooksand volunteerteamusedtomarketandsell thetitles.“Allofourfundsgotooutreachprogramstohelpneedypeople andnon-profitgroupshereinthe BethanyBeacharea.Wesupportlocal foodbanksandfoodclosets,likethe HopeCenteratMarinerschurch.”

Zieglerthankedthe20volunteersat St.Martha’sfortheweekend—noting thattheset-upandsortingofpublicationsisabigpartofhostingalarger booksaleinthetown.Whilethereisno DeweyDecimalSystemthere,children’s booktitlesandotherfictionornon-fictioncategoriesareneatlyarrangedwith thebookjacketorspineclearlyvisible.

TheSt.Martha’sbooksalehappens fourtimesayear,includingMemorial Dayweekend,FourthofJulyweekend, LaborDayweekendandoneweekbeforeChristmas,onDec.17-18thisyear.

Cashiersandvolunteershelpingpeoplewiththeirordersisalsoabigaspect

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NancyLoganrodeherbiketothesaleto seewhatbookswereavailable.

asfamiliesbringbundlesofbookstothe checkout.Thebooksaredonated throughouttheyearinlargebinsin frontofthechurchonOakwoodand thencategorizedforsale.

“Thereisnocostofgoodsforthese booksalesorforlaborcosts,”said Ziegler.

PaulThompson,whohasbeenavolunteerandcoordinatorforthebook salesformanyyears,notedthatthere aresomeinterestingcollectionsavailable.

“WehavetheTime-LifeWorldWars bookserieshere,”hesaid.“Wehave filledtheshelvesandthetablestooverflowingthisyear.Youmightjustfind somethingforwhichyouarelooking.”

ThompsontoldtheCoastalPoint priortolastyear’sbooksalethatbook loverscomewithlistsofbooksthey needtofilloutacollection.Manybook customersaresearchingforafavorite author.

Paperbackbooksarepricedatthree titlesfor$1.Hardcoverbookscost$2 eachorthreebooksfor$5.Thedonationsarecounted,andthenSt.Martha committeemembersprovidefundsto causesincludingthecampandthefood banks.St.Martha’salsoacceptscashdonations.

Faithgroupsfocusedoncarbon-freefuture

Protestplannedover biogasplantinSeaford

ByMikeSmith StaffReporter

Delaware’sfaithleadersandchurches cametogethertotalkaboutenvironmentaljusticeandensuringequalityin accesstothestate’snaturalresources thisweek,andtodiscussreducingpollutionorclimateimpactsonlower-incomeordisadvantagedcommunitiesin thearea.

ClimateConversationswasstarted fouryearsagobyEnergizeDelawareto helppeoplebecomeclimate-resilient and energy-efficientattheirhomesand intheirbusinesses.

Somehelpisonthewaytomeet theseenvironmental-justiceimbalances. Delawarecommunitiesadverselyaffectedbyenvironmentalpollutioncan nowapplyforCommunityEnvironmentalProjectFund(CEPF)restorationgrantsforthe2023grantcycle

throughDNREC.

TheCEPFwascreatedbythe DelawareGeneralAssembly throughlegislationthatauthorized DNRECtoestablishagrantfundby withholding 25percentoffundscollectedasimpactpenaltiesforviolations ofenvironmentalregulations.Thefunds arereturnedtothecommunitieswhere violationsoccurredthroughcompetitive grantstononprofitorganizationsin supportofcommunityenvironmental projects.

Grantsareavailabletoaffectedcommunitiestofundrestorationprojects thatresultinreducedpollution,enhancednaturalresourcesinthoseareas andenhancedrecreationalopportunities forfamiliesimpactedbypollutionand environmentaldamage.

OneareasouthofSeafordwhere thereareconcernsaboutthelocalhealth impactofpollutionisneartheBioenergyDevelopmentCompany’sbiogas plant—whichreceivedSussexCounty zoningapprovallastspring.The$60 millionplantisexpectedtousedigesters

toturnchickenmanureintomethane andselltherawmaterialfornaturalgas toMaryland’sChesapeakeUtilities.A coalitionagainstbiogashasrecently been formed—mainlybecauseofthe trucktrafficinvolved,whichtheysay harmslower-incomecommunities. DNRECwillhostaninformational meetingonthenewplantonSept.28at 6p.m.

Detailedinformationaboutthevirtualworkshop,thebiogasprojectand communityresourcesareavailable atde.gov/biodevco.

TheCoalitionagainstBiogaswill protesttheplantlocationafterthatfirst hearingandisalsoopposedtonatural gasasafossilfuel—thoughrenewable naturalgasislookeduponmorefavorablythandrillinggaswells.Thesecond DNRECpublicworkshopwillbe hostedOct.26.

“TheInterfaithPower&Lightin Delawarewillbeorganizingaroundthis issuetospeakagainstthisbiogasfacility tobebuiltsoclosetotheHispanic communityinSeaford,”saidShweta

Arya,theDel-IPLexecutivedirector. “Bioenergywilltruckpoultrywaste fromatri-statearea,with20,000trucks passingtheneighborhoodareaevery year,creatingtonsofairpollution.

DNREClookstoopartialaboutgiving intothebiogascompanypermits,”even beforetheSept.28publichearing,she said.

“Climateanddemocracyareinterconnected,andeveryoneneedstoparticipateinboth,”saidMikeKennedyof InterfaithPower&Light.“Wewantto ensurealivableplanetforourchildren. Wecanmakeadifferenceandaretrying tocreatemorevoterturnoutbyfaith.”

Millionscareaboutclimateandjustice butmaynotbereadyorregistered tovote,saidKennedy.

DNRECrecentlydidasurveythat notedthat70percentofDelawareans areconcernedaboutclimatechangein thestate,includingsupportforpolicies toprotecttheshorelineandreduceim-

shouldbeaskingthegovernor:Whyis hedoingthis?”Jean-Pierreasked.

CallstoDelawareCoastalAirport ManagerRobertBryantonWednesday regardingtheeventsofthedaywerereferredtoSussexCountygovernment spokespersonChipGuy,whocalledthe day“certainlyatypical”fortheairport.

Guysaidthecrowdattheairport was“probablythelargestnumberof peoplecongregatedforoneevent”inrecentmemory,exceptfortheannual Wings&Wheelsevents.Inadditionto

DelDOT

“Thesecretarycreatedthisnewdivisiontomakesureitbecomesthemajor partofourfocus,”saidPappas.

“StephanieJohnsonwasanassistantdirectorinplanning,andwehaveworked togetherforadecade.Webothgrewup intheDoverarea,andwecarealot aboutthisissue.”

TheIndianRiverInletBridgewas opened10yearsago,afterfouryearsof designwork.Ithasa100-yeardesign life,saidtheDelDOTplanners,andwas builtstrongenoughtoresistthemajor stormeventstheareaisseeingtoday.

Thereismoretrafficcrossingthebridge thanever,accordingtoDelDOT,andit

multiple groupsofaidworkersfrom SussexCountyandWashington,D.C., severalmembersoftheclergyfromarea churchesandconcernedresidents,there weremembersofthepressfromlocal newspapersandtelevisionstations,as wellasreportersfromnationalnetworks andnewspapersincludingtheNewYork TimesandtheWallStreetJournal.

Asthepostedarrivaltimeforthe flightapproached,reportersandphotographersgatheredbehindtheairport towatchfortheexpectedplane.Fredel, the DHSSspokesperson,steppedin frontofthemaboutanhourlater,saying,“Wehaveheardandseenthere-

hasbeenabletoholdthatlevelofvehicles.Thetrafficdoesnotdecreasethat muchintheoff-season,accordingto DelDOTsurveys.

“CraigStevensisourdistrictengineerinNewCastleCountynow,buthe wasaDelDOTemployeeandworked directlywithSkanskaandAECOMto embedwith[theengineers]toreview everythingandmakesureitmeetsour futurestandardsinbuildingtheIndian RiverInletBridge,”hesaid.

Pappasnoted,“Wehavelookedatall ofourDelDOTmaintenancedistricts andaskedthemtoreviewtheroadsthat arefloodingthemost.Weseeacrossthe boardthatwearehavingroadsflood thatneverfloodedbefore.Asbootson theground,ourpeopleareseeingthat ourstateissinkingalittlebitandthe

portsthatallofyouhaveseen,andwe arehereasastatetosupportpeople whomightarriveinDelaware.We’re preparedtoofferthemtheservicesand thesupportstheyneed.It’sahumanitarianeffortonourpart.”

“Wehavenoreportsofanyonearriving,atthispoint,butwedohavethose preparationsready,”Fredelsaid,adding thanksto“allofthepartnersacrossour state whohavesteppedforwardtooffer theirsupportsandtheirservices.Weare readytogo.Weareprepared,”shesaid.

Theplaneinquestioneventually landednotinDelawarebutinTeterboro,N.J.,earlyTuesdayevening.There

subsidenceisclear,fromtheUniversity ofDelaware.”

“Sothatflooding,sinkingandsubsidenceisnotagoodcombinationfor us,”saidPappas.“Thatisthechallenge forus,andthatiswhy wearedoingthe workonRoute9andtomakesurethe roadscanstayintactforthelong term.”

Simulatedwaveheightswillbeapart ofthestudy,aswillpredictivemapsof waterlevelsusingFEMAfloodinsurancestudies.Variousmethodsofstoppingwaterandsea-levelrisefrom impactingtransportationwillbereviewed.Someofthosemethodsinclude verticalbarriers;buriedfloodwallswith astructuralduneorberm;temporary deployablebuffers,suchasabladder damsystem;ormorepermanentde-

werenoreportsofanymigrantson board.

Strugglingtobeheardabovethe noiseofplanesarrivingbehindherin GeorgetownonTuesdayafternoon,Fredelansweredquestionsfromthelocal andnationalmedia,withassistance fromWandaBarrettofUnitedWay, whotranslatedhercommentsinto Spanish.

FredelsaidtheofficeofGov.John Carneyhadnotreceived“anyoutreach” fromgovernorsinTexasorFloridaregardingthepotentialarrivalofmigrants

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ployablestructures,suchasaflip-up floodgate.

Secondaryfloodmitigationincludes livingshorelines,advocatedforbythe CenterfortheInlandBays,orrevetmentsofsearockandseawalls.

TheDelDOTcoastalresiliencyinformationsessionsaregoingtobe recordedforpeopletolistenattheir ownpace.

“Wewillhavemorepublicmeetings withmoredetailontheplansgoingforward,”saidPappas.“AECOMisdoing someengineeringwork,andwewill presentthatinthefuture.”

“Wewantthepublicinputtosee what[theengineers]areseeing.One meetingisnotgoingtosolveallofthis [highwayflooding],andwelookforwardtohearingfromthecommunity.”

pactsofsea-levelrise.

Recognizingtheneedtounderstand thepublic’sattitudesaboutclimate change,DNRECcommissionedasurveyaimedatgauginghowDelawareans perceiveclimatechangeandsea-level rise,aswellashowstronglytheysupportimplementingactionstoreduceclimatechangeandaddresssea-levelrise inDelaware.Thesurveywassupervised byPaulBrewer,researchdirectoratthe UniversityofDelaware.

Thesurveyfoundthataboutthreefourths(77percent)ofDelawareansare completelyormostlyconvincedthatcli-

Plane

inDelaware.TheeventsofTuesdayfollowedthearrivalof50peoplein

matechangeishappening,andalmost asmany(71percent)arecompletelyor mostlyconvincedthatsea-levelriseis happeningnow.Afull70percent agreedthatDelawareshouldtakeimmediateactiontoreducetheimpactsof climatechange,and64percentsaidthey canorwillpersonallytakeactiontodo so.

Almosttwo-thirds(63percent)also saidthatthestateshouldtakeimmediateactiontoreducetheimpactsofsealevelrise.Amajority(56percent)said theyhavepersonallyexperiencedorobservedlocalimpactsofclimatechange.

CEPFgrantsfromDNRECare availabletoIRStax-exemptorganizationsinamountsupto$25,000.Such

Martha’sVineyardontwoplanescharteredbyDeSantis.AlsoonTuesday, thosemigrants,mostofwhomwere fromVenezuela,filedaclassactionlawsuitagainstDeSantis.Inthelawsuit,the

groupsincludecivicandcommunityorganizations,educationalinstitutions, counties,municipalgovernmentsor stateagencies.

DuringtheDelawareInterfaith Power&Lightseminar,MeeraDevotta oftheDelawarebranchoftheACLU said thatpeopleshouldbepassionate aboutclimatechange.AsianAmericans areunder-representedinthecadreof Delawareelectedofficials,saidDevotta, anIndianAmerican.

“It’seasytogiveintoanarrativeof shamingpeopleorfurtherisolating communities.Wemustrephrasewhat wethinkofaboutrepresentation.Like, ‘Istherealackofaccessibleinformation?’or‘Doesthepoliticalprocessad-

migrantsallegetheyweretoldtheywere beingflowntoBostonandWashington, D.C.

dressitemsyouarecaringabout?’You canbringpeopleintothefold.”

“InDelaware,wedon’tseevoter-suppressionefforts,andourpollingplaces areopen,”saidDevotta.“However,the Statedoesmakevotingdifficulthere, withearlydeadlinesorevenarbitrary registrationdeadlines.Voterregistration deadlinesareharsh,andnewchanges willhelp.”

“Same-dayregistrationisnowgoing tobepossibleintheearlyvotingperiod,andevenonelectionday,”said Devotta.“Delawaredoesnothavea photo-identificationlaw,soyoucan makedowithautilitybillorsomethingwithyouraddress,”notedthe ACLUrepresentative.

them,andthattheFloridagovernorhad usedthemas“pawnsinapoliticalstunt” conductedbyDeSantis.Themigrants areseekingaminimumof$75,000each indamagesfromDeSantis.

SomeinthecrowdattheGeorgetownairportonTuesdaywerenotconnectedtomediaoraidorganizations. About30minutesbeforetheexpected arrivaloftheplanecarryingmigrants, twomenstoodoutsidetheairportentrance,engagedinaheateddiscussion aboutimmigrantsandwhoistoblame forcurrentissues.Oneofthem,wearingared“Let’sGoBrandon”T-shirt, repeatedlysaid,“ThisisallJoe Biden…HowisthisDonaldTrump’s fault?”whiletheothermanresponded byaskinghimhowBidenwasto

Celeste McTigheofSelbyvillesaid shecametotheairport“justasacitizen” whoheardaboutthepotentialarrivalof migrantsattheairport.

“Ican’tstanditwhenpeopleareused aspawns,”McTighesaid.Sheadded that,regardlessofwhoistoblame,“immigrationisbroken”inthiscountry.

Astheafternoonworeonandno seemedtobecomingtoDelaware, thecrowdsgraduallydissipated.One cameraoperator,loadinghisgearback intohisdust-coveredSUVwithNew Yorkplates,saidhehaddrivento DelawarefromNewYorkCitythat morning.

Althoughhesaidhewassomewhat familiarwithRehobothBeachand DeweyBeach,hehadneverspenttime intheinlandareas.

“It’snicehere,”hesaid.“IwishI couldstaylonger.”

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“Ithinkweneedtopausethisordinance,”untilfurtherdiscussionscanbe held,Mumfordsaid.

Thetowncouncilisscheduledto holda“secondreading”andvoteonthe issueatitsFriday,Sept.23,meeting, whichwillbeheldat3p.m.attheTown Hall,800CoastalHighway.Themeetingisalsoaccessiblevirtuallyviaalink availableonthetownwebsite,at https://fenwickisland.delaware.gov.

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SussexCountypropertytaxesdueSept.30

SussexCountyofficialsthisweekremindedpropertyownersthatSept.30is theState-mandateddeadlinetopayannualCountyproperty-taxbills.

InAugust,theCounty’sBusiness Servicesofficeissuedtaxbillsforthe 2023fiscalyear,totalinganestimated $183.4millioninrevenue.Annualtax billsincludeCountypropertytaxes, andCountysewerandwater,taxditch andstreetlightingfees,whereapplicable.

Additionally,taxbillsincludelocal schooldistricttaxes,whicharesetby andvaryamongtheeightindependent schooldistricts.Delawarelawrequires SussexCountytobillpropertyowners forschooltaxesonbehalfofthedistricts,withthosefundsthenturnedover totheState.Approximately10percent ofthetypicalresidentialtaxbillisfor

Countypropertytaxes,withtheremaindergoingtopubliceducationadministeredbythelocal,independentschool districts.

Billscanbeviewedonline,at https://munis.sussexcountyde.gov/css/ci tizens/RealEstate/.

Taxbillsfeatureaneasy-to-readformattohelptaxpayersunderstandtheir billsandpaymentoptions,anumberof whichareavailableforthepublic’sconvenience.

SussexCountyacceptstaxpayments bycash,check,moneyorder,anddebit orcreditcards.Taxpayershavedifferent optionstomaketheirpayments.These include:

•Throughlender—Manytaxpayers havetheirannualtaxespaidoutofescrowaccountsbytheirmortgage lenders.Escrowcustomersdonotre-

ceivepaperbills.However,billed amountsareavailableonlinebyvisiting www.sussexcountyde.gov/pay-your-bill andselectingthe“SussexCountySelf Servicesite”linkonthepage.Ifescrow customershaveanyquestionsregarding thestatusoftheiraccounts,theyshould contacttheirlenders.

•Online—Paymentcanbemade onlinewithmostmajorcreditcardsor bye-check.Visit www.sussexcountyde.govandselect “OnlinePayment”atthetoprightof thepage.

•Bymail—Propertyownerscan mailtheirtaxpaymentsusingthereturn envelopesincludedwiththeirbills. Checksandmoneyordersshouldbe madepayableto“SussexCountyGovernment”andaddressedtotheSussex CountyTreasuryDivision,POBox601,

Georgetown,DE19947.Allpayments sentbymailmustbepostmarkedby Sept.30tobeconsideredreceivedon time.Unpaidbalancesaresubjectto monthlyinterestcharges.

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Building Con idence Through Guidance

Selbyvilleexpandshealthcarecoverage

Townwillhelppayfor employees’dependents

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Effectiveimmediately,theTownof Selbyvillehasincreasedthepercentage itpaysfortownemployees’healthcoverage,andforthefirsttime,extend coveragetodependents.

TheTownwillnowpayfor100 percentofhealthinsurancecoverage forfull-timeemployees,formerly80 percent,and50percentforfamily members,formerly0percent,atanincreasedtotalannualcosttotheTown of$54,116.

Theupgradewasapprovedunani-

mouslybycouncilmembersatthe Monday,Sept.12,meeting,afterTown AdministratorStaceyLongsaidthe changeisnecessarytoattractnewemployeesandretainthoseonstaff.

ShesaidshecomparedSelbyville’s benefitswiththoseofferedbynearby towns,includingOceanView,MillsboroandMillville.

“Iknowitlooksexcessive,butit’s comparabletosurroundingtowns.I basicallycopiedMillsboroand Bridgeville,”Longsaid,addingthat nothavingdependentscoveredhas causedhardshipforsomeemployees.

Beforethevote,Councilman Clarence“Bud”Tinglesuggestedextendingcoveragetofamilymembers immediately,thendiscussingboosting coverageto100percentfortownem-

ployeesduringfuturebudgettalks,but PoliceChiefBrianWilsoncalledfor animmediateincrease,sayingit’surgent.

“Asfarasvacationsandholidays,to lookatthatnextmonthisfine,butas farashealthcarecoverage,Ithink that’sanemergency.Ifwedon’tdo something,we’redefinitelygoingto losesomebody.Iftheycangotoa neighborwhopaysmore,we’realmost tellingthemtoleave.

“We’rehadsomegoodapplicants, butassoonastheyseethathealthinsurance,they’regone.We’renotgoing tobeabletokeepgood,qualitystaff.If wedon’ttakeactionsoonerratherthan later,wearegoingtolosegoodapplicants.Withthetowngrowingrapidly, IwouldencouragetheTowntocon-

siderasproposed,”Wilsontoldcouncil members.

“Withuslagginginsomanyareas, we’regoingtohavetobecompetitive. Rightnow,we’reatthebottomofthe barrel.Ifwe’regoingtohireandretain, we’regoingtohavetodosomething,” thechieftoldthecouncil.

CouncilmanRichardDuncansaid heusuallyvotesconservatively,butin thiscase,hesaid,hewouldmoveto approvetheadditionalcosttothe Town.

Aworksessionwasplannedfor6 p.m.onMonday,Oct.3,beforethe nextregularlyscheduledcouncilmeeting,todiscussotheramendmentsto theemployeehandbook.

Selbyvillehas22full-timeemployees.

DagsbororeadyforannualNightOuteventOct.11

TheTownofDagsboro,Dagsboro PoliceDepartmentandDagsboroFire Companyareteamingupthisyearfor the4thAnnualDagsboroNight Out,onTuesday,Oct.11,from5to7 p.m.attheDagsboroFireHallon ClaytonStreet.

ThePresentingSponsorsofDagsboroNightOutareMorseRoofing&

SidingandtheDelawareBotanical Gardens.AssociateSponsorsincludeBethelUnitedMethodist Church,theClaytonTheatre,Dr. Junk,HurricaneMartialArts,Jayne’s ReliableandJim’sBait&Tackle.

Thisyear’seventwillfeaturefree totebags(whilesupplieslast),music, door-prizedrawings(mustbepresent

towin),freehotdogsanddrinks,and othergiveawaysfromsponsorsand eventparticipants.

Therewillalsobedisplays,interactiveactivities,andothereventsfor kidsandadults.Thankstodonations fromAmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroandVFWPost6984,there willbeseveralfreebikeraffledraw-

ingsheldduringtheevent(mustbe presenttowin).

Theentireeventisfree.Andit’sa chancetotalkwithandinteractwith localpolicedepartmentandfirecompanymembersandlearnhowthey helpthecommunity.It’sanopportunityfortheentirecommunitytocome togetherandhavesomefun.

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Selbyvilleeffortforitsemployeesislaudible

Selbyvilleofficialsvotedlastweektoincreasethepercentageit paysfortownemployees’healthcoverage,andtoextendcoverage todependents.

Thepercentageswentfrom0fordependentsto50percent, andfrom80percentforemployeestothefullamount.Thatcost, accordingtotheTown,willbeanincreaseof$54,116.Significant, yes,butcriticalinmaintainingastaffthatcanservetheresidents itserves.

TownAdministratorStaceyLongtoldthetowncouncilthat nightthatitwouldbenecessarytoexpandbenefitstoattractnew employeesandretaincurrentones.

“Iknowitlooksexcessive,”saidLong,“butit’scomparableto surroundingtowns.IbasicallycopiedMillsboroandBridgeville.”

Sheaddedthatnotincludingdependentsforcoveragehas

causedhardshipforsomeoftheiremployees.

PoliceChiefBrianWilsonagreed,saying,“Asfarashealthcare coverage,Ithinkthat’sanemergency.Ifwedon’tdosomething, we’redefinitelygoingtolosesomebody.Iftheycangotoaneighbor whopaysmore,we’realmosttellingthemtoleave.”

Backtothemoney,ifyou’llindulgeusamoment.Itisalot, anditisthepublic’smoney,sothere’saseriousfiduciaryresponsibilitythecouncilandadministratorshaveinspendingthatmoney. ButtheTownhasthatmoneyinthefirstplaceinordertoimproveandmaintainthequalityoflifeforitscitizens.

Havinggoodemployeeswhocandojustthatispartoftheir chargeasleaders.Inacompetitivejobmarket,itwouldbeirresponsibleoftheTowntonotdoallitcantogiveitsresidentsthe bestserviceitcanprovide.WeapplaudSelbyvilleforthisvote.

Findingyetanothersurprisedirectioninlife

Well,that’sit.I’masoccerdad.

It’snotatitlethatwaseverreallyonmyradarbefore,tobe honest.Afteracertainamountofyearsofday-to-dayingthis planetwithnochildundermycharge,Ihadgrownprettysatisfiedwithwhatlifewas.MywifeandItraveledquiteabit,hada funsociallifeandsettledintoacomfortableroutinethatweanticipatednavigatinguntilweonedayturnedtodust—oruntil theworld’ssupplyofIrishwhiskeydried up.Whichevercamefirst.

Point of No Return

Baseball.

Wewatchedgamestogether,ontelevisionandatthestadiums.Myfathercoachedmyyouthteamsforyears.Thosethree andItalkedaboutthegameformorehoursthanIcouldever possiblycount,andIlearnedaboutplayerslikeHackWilson, ErnieBanks,HerbScore,BobFeller,BillyMartinand—my father’sbiggestherooutsideofhisownfather—MickeyMantle.

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Andthenwehadamiraculousgem enterourworldintheformofalittle girlwhoflippedeverythingupsidedown forus,andnotonlyalteredthatcomfortablepathinwhichwetraveled,butprovidedanewoneforustoexplore.It’s beenavoyageofgrowth,love,fear,excitement,dread,random socksthatIdon’tthinksheeverevenworeonthelivingroom floor,talkingback,magnificentlydestroyingoursleephabits...

ButIdigress.

Darin J. McCann

Iwasclearlyluckytohavethatinmy life,andabigpartofmewashopingto paythatforwardtomydaughter.Maybe she’llloveplayingsoftball,Ithoughtto myselfassheheldmyfingertightlyin thehospitalthatnight.Ihadgrownto absolutelyadorethegameoverthepast twodecadesofcoveringtheSeniorLeagueSoftballWorldSeriesinRoxana.Icanhelpherwiththat,Ithought.

Asmanyofyouwhohaveorarecurrentlyraisingchildren fully-wellknow,itisanamazingride.Itain’teasy.Anditain’t forwimps.Butitisamiracle,everysecondofeveryday,andthe loveyoufeelforthatchildsimplycan’tberivaledbyanything else—atleastnothingI’vefoundtothispoint.

I’llneverforgetthatfirstnightIspentwithherinthehospitalaftershewasborn,softlytalkingtoherintheweehours ofthemorningwhilemywifestolesomemuch-neededsleep.I madeatonofpromisesrightthereabouthowIwasgoingto pourallIhadintogivinghereveryopportunitytobeatthis thingwecalllife.Ispokeabouteducation,affection,building herself-confidence,preachingkindnessandfairness.Ipromisedtotakeherplacesandshowherthings,andtoprotecther andhelpherlearntoprotectherself.

AndIpromisedtoteachherball.

Sportshavealwaysplayedabigpartinmyfamily.My grandfathers—twoofthebestmentowalkthisglobe—were sportsfanatics,aswasmyfather,thatthirdmemberofthe three-best-men-I’ve-ever-knowntrio.Theytaughtmeanintenseloveforfootball,basketballandhockeythatIstillhave today,andtheyeachsupportedmeinmyowneffortsonfields andcourtsasIwasgrowingup.

Andasmuchaswelovedthoseothersports,therewasone thatunitedusthemost—evenifweeachhaddifferentteams werootedforwithunquestionedresolve.

Andafewyearslater,whenIaskedherifshewantedtoplay T-ball,sheexcitedlysaidyes.Myheartsoared.It’shappening! Only,itreallydidn’t.

Shewenttoherfirstpractice,hittheballmoresolidlythanI hadanticipatedanddidprettywell.WalkingproudlyonCloud 9tothecarafterpractice,Iaskedherhowsheenjoyedit.

“I hateit,”shesaid.“It’ssoboring.”

And,withthat,alittlepieceofmediedinside.Or,itwas possiblygas.Idon’talwayseatwell.Regardless,Iwastaken aback.

Imadeherfinishouttheseasonfortworeasons:One,Ididn’twanthertoquitsomethingshestarted.And,two,Ihoped shemightcomearound.

Alas,shedidnot.

Butthenshetoldmethisyearshewantedtoplaysoccer, andwesignedherupatRiverSoccertogiveitashot.Shewent toacampinthespringandhadfun.Nowshe’sinherfirstfall seasononateam,andshelovesit.

Istilldon’tfullyunderstandthegame,thoughthereare somesimilaritiesfromhockeythatI’mbeginningtopiecetogether.AndI’mnotsureofherresponsibilities,butwe’reout therecheering,andshe’souttheretryingtolearnwithoutthe benefitofhavingadadwhoknowswhathe’stalkingabout.

ButthisweekIstartedaYouTubetutorialonthegamesoI can,hopefully,learnsomething,andshe’sbeenexcitedforher nextgamesincewegothomefromherlastone.

So,I’masoccerdadnow.Andit’skindofawesome.

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BBVFCAuxiliaryoffers thanksforsupport

Editor:

TheBethanyBeachVolunteerFire CompanyAuxiliarywantstotakethis opportunitytothankeveryonefor makingourfourthannualGolf ScrambleatSaltPondasuccess.The eventwasonSept.11tohonorfirstresponders.

TheBethanyBeachVolunteerFire CompanyAuxiliarymadeanextraordinaryefforttomakeitpossible.Art andhiscrewfromSaltPondgaveus theroyaltreatment.Wehadfirst-respondersplayinthescramblefrom manydifferentprecinctsandfirehouses.Onceagain,wewouldliketo thanktoallofourbenefactorswho havebeensupportersthroughoutthe years.

Herearethesupportersofthegolf scramble:ShirleyPr ice,HickmanRealty,BethanyBeachBeverageCo., MarthaLowe,BrandyDavis,Eric DavisAppraisals,TownofBethany Beach,EvansInsurance,CustomFit 360,Core24,BethanyAreaRealty, SaltPondHOA,SaltPondWomen’s Group,KimmelCarter,Boulevard Ford,JohnKleinstuber,Andrea Gowetski,ReneeMorley,Ellen

Marchese,BethanyBlues,Summer Salts,SeasideHomeStaging,Grotto Pizza,Mike’sCoinShop,LawOffices ofParsons&RobinsonsPA,Bayside Golf,RehobothBeachCountryCub, AddySea,CedarLand&Sea,BaRoos,BearTrapDunes,BlueRoom ArtGallery,OceanCityArtLeague, SeaShellCity,BigLiquorShop, LoftyDesigns,Sodel,PolishPottery, SweetDispositions,LobsterShanty, BeachLiquors,OfftheHook,Texas Roadhouse,Rommel’sAceHardware, BlueScoop,Joe’sBentSpoon,Warren’sStation,BethanyBeachGoods& Rental,Patti’sHallmark,Rita’s, Mickey’s,FishTales,BigFish,CoronadoJewelers,CrazyLadyz,NewFace inTown,DivaNails,SweetStems, Floaters,PapaJohn‘s,EllenMcCreary,MaryByrd,MadeByHand, InlandBay,YellowFin,Giant,China Express,BigLiquorShop,WaWa, BethanyBooks,PotteryPlace, BethanyBay,OfftheHook,Crab CakeFactory,Mio’s,BigFish,Just HookedandArmand’sPizza.

ThankyoutotheBethanyBeach VolunteerFireCompanyAuxiliaryfor theirdonationsandhardworkin makingthiseventasuccess.Mostof all,ourappreciationtothefirst-respondersandtheirfamilieswhogive

upmanyhoursandsacrificetotake careofuseveryday.

Atourrecentmeeting,wewere presentedwithagenerouscheckfrom thelocalbranchoftheFraternal OrderofEagles,inOceanView.We areverythankfulforthemreaching outtousonceagain.

Wewouldliketoshareaprayer writtenbyMrs.PatResnick,oneof Auxiliarymembers:

DearLord:

QueenElizabethwhorecentlypassed honoreduson9/11withplaying“The Star-SpangledBanner.”ItwasGreat Britain’swayofshowingtheirsolidarity withus,asdidmanyothercountries. Thismeaningfulgestureshowedwhat 9/11/2001meantnotjusttous,butto theentireworld.Thisiswherewe showedtheworldwhatwearemadeof. Buttoday,Iaskwhathavewelearned sincethathorrificday21yearsago

Well,welearnedthatnoneofusis immortal.Thatweallhavetimerson thislifeandthateachmomentisimportant.Thatinamatterofsecondsor hours,ourentirelifecanchangeandif youwanttomakeadifference,youbetter doitnowbecauseyouaren’tpromisedtomorrow.

Welearnedhumility.Thatdayitdidn’tmatteryourstationinlife,yoursexor

raceorpolitics,youwereallafraidand helplessandwewereallAmericans.Our firstreactionwasshockandthenterror notknowingwhatwascomingnext.We startedtocallourlovedonespetrified thattheywouldn’tanswerthephone.

Thenwelearnedjusthowstrongand compassionateweare.First-responders jumpedintheirtrucksandwentrunning tohelp. Restaurantownersgaveoutfree food,clergyopenedtheirchurchestothose thatwerehurt,constructionworkers pulledawaygratersandcement,doctors andnurseswentonovertime.Allofthis wentonforhoursandthendaysand thenmonthsandyes,evenyears.

Welearnedthatourstrengthcomes fromourhumanity.Thatwhenweare hurt,wemayfallforawhile,butthen wegetupandhelp. Thisiswhereweget ourpride,becausedespiteallofourdifferences,weareacompassionatenation.

Andthisiswhatourfirst-responders doeveryday.Whenweareafraidand helpless,theythrowonthosehot,heavy uniformsandequipment,andrisktheir ownlivestohelpus.Theyareheroes.

Theirmatesandchildrenareheroes, becausetheysacrificetimewiththeir lovedonessothatwecanlivewithours. Theydon’tdoitformoneyorpower,they

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doitbecausetheybelieveinwordslike Honor,Integrity,Respect,Compassion andEmpathy.Thesevaluesarepassed downthroughgenerations.Andbecause theydothat,wecangotosleeptonight feelingsafe.

Sowhathaveyoulearned?Thateach andeveryoneofuscanhelp?Thatwe canallbeheroes?Thatbecauseofyour generositytoday,thesefirst-responders, willhavetheequipmentandnecessities togoouttonightandsavelives.Itmay beyoursorafriendoralovedone.

God,yougaveus9/11toshakeusto ourcoreanditdid.Letusneverforget whatwelearnedthatdayandmaywe showthepeoplethatsteppedforward thatdayandeverydaysince,therespect andhonorthattheydeserve.Maywe stepforwardtoobybeingtheirbackup, t heirsupportsystem.Openourhearts today,Lord,ingratitudeforlessons learnedandforlovedonessaved,andlet usneverforget.

Amen. BethanyBeachVolunteerFireCompany Auxiliary

CountyGOPcomments onrecentincidents

Editor:

Thehatefulincidentthatoccurredin RehobothBeachthisweekwithbagsof antisemiticflyersbeingthrownintoresidents’yardsisevidenceofjusthowradicalsomeinthiscountryhavebecome. Thereisnoplaceforthisinourcountry, ourstate,ourcountyorourneighborhoods.

Makenomistakethatwe,themembersoftheRepublicanParty,emphaticallydenouncetheseactionsandare hopefulthepolicewillbeabletoidentifythoseresponsible.Whilewedonot agreewiththepoliciesthesemembers oftheBidenAdministrationpromote,

attackingtheirreligionwillnotchange thepolicies,anddenigratingsomeone’s religionisneveracceptable.

WeagreewithMs.Towersofthe SeasideJewishCommunitythatreaders shouldnotscantheQRcodeontheflyers.Doingsowillgivetheperpetrators theabilitytocontactyouinthefuture andisnotadvisable.

MarilynBooker,Chair SussexCountyRepublicanCommittee

CATSgrateful fordonationbanks

Editor:

CATSAroundTownSocietyof OceanView,Del.,wishestothankthe followingbusinessesforallowingusto placeourdonationbanksintheirstores: BethanyDiner,BethanyMassage& HealingArts,Dana’sPantry,Drifting Grounds,GypsyTeal,Holt’sLiquors, Kristina’sKitchen,PreciousPawsAnimalHospital,ShakaShack,Silver StockpileandTropicanaSwimwear.

Thesecontributionspayfor35 spay/neutersurgeriesandvaccinations eachyear.Thankyoutoallthegenerous and compassionatelocalsandvisitors whodonatetomakethismissionpossible.

Pleasepatronizethesecharitable businessessupportingCATS’missionof reducingtheoverpopulationofcommunitycatsinourareathroughthe trap/neuter/vaccinate/returnprogram. Thisprogramhasbeenproventobethe mosteffectiveinreducingthecommunitycatpopulation.

BettyBrown,Member CatsAroundTownSociety

Audubonquestions harvestforbait

Editor:

DelawareAudubonisstandingupto defendthecharismaticredknotfrom beingdriventoextinctionbyashort-

sightedfisheriescommission,whichis nowproposingtofurtherendanger theshorebirdbyrecommendingfurther depletionoftheredknot’scriticalfood source.

Duringtherecentseriesofpublic hearingsconductedbytheAtlantic StatesMarineFisheriesCommission, convenientlyheldpriortorelevantinformationbeingmadeavailabletothe public,welearnedthatDelawarecurrentlyhasatotaloffourbusinessesthat fishforwhelk.

Forthebenefitoffourbusinesses,the StateofDelawarecontinuestoallowa horseshoecrabbaitharvest,imperiling diverseDelawareBaywildlifespecies thatdependonhorseshoecrabsfortheir survival.Thecontinuingharvestthreatenstoimpingeonthestate’secotourism industrythatisbolsteredbyavibrant DelawareBay.Itisalsoafactorpreventingtherecoveryofaonce-thriving sportfishingindustry.

TheonlyredknotseenatMispillion

HarborwasonMay15,whichunder previousconditionswastheapproximatepeakoftheredknotstopoverat thatlocation.Thecharismaticredknot isnowbypassingtheDelawareBaybecausethecontinuinghorseshoecrab harvesthasdisruptedtheBay’sdelicate naturalbalance,resultinginadearthof horseshoecrabeggsonthebeachwhen theyareneededbytheredknot.The scarcityofhorseshoecrabeggshasincreasedthehazardoftheredknot’sepic migration,puttingtherufasubspeciesat increasedriskofextinction.

Delawareofficialsneedtoacknowledgethatthe“AdaptiveResourceModel’’oftheAtlanticStates MarineFisheriesCommission,on whichthestatehasbeenbasingits horseshoecrabpolicy,hasnotbeen achievingthemodel’sstateddesignof redknotprotection.Becausethe DelawareBayhorseshoecrabharvest

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Obituaries

GeraldWilliam‘Bill’BakerSr., 83

GeraldWilliam“Bill”BakerSr.,83, affectionallyknownas“Pop,”passed awayonThursday,Sept.15,2022,at TidalHealthPRMCinSalisbury,Md. HewasbornonJune23,1939,inDagsboro,Del.,tothelateWilliamW.Baker Jr.andRuthDonawayBaker.

HeretiredfromworkforPerdue Farms,whereheworkedasatruck driverformanyyears.Duringhiscareer, healsodroveforShowellPoultry.He wasadedicatedlifetimememberofthe DagsboroVolunteerFireDepartment. He enjoyedwatchingNASCARand theBaltimoreOrioles,especiallyCal RipkenJr.

Inadditiontohisparents,Bakerwas precededindeathbyhisfirstwife,Janet WhartonBaker;andhissecondwife, JudithAnn;aswellashissisterJune Powell.Hewasalsoprecededindeath byadaughter,CrystalL.LaCourt,and agreat-grandchild,LailaCarrero.Baker issurvivedbyhischildrenLesaR. Handy(andRodney),GeraldWilliam BakerII(andMarge)andTimothyE. Baker (andDawn);twobonussons, JimmyDraper(andAndrea)andElwoodWharton(andVicki));abonus daughter,ChristineWharton;eight grandchildren,VincentLaCourt(and

Erika),StaceyBaker,JeremeyBaker, JerryLaCourt(andAmanda),Frank Harris(andBernice),BradleyHarris, BrookeZwiebel(andMatthew)and MadisonBaker;sixbonusgrandchildren,BreannaWharton,Andrea Richardson,ErikaSeward-Wharton, ElyseSalas(andChris),JacobDraper andJosiahDraper;andfivegreatgrandchildren,KaylaLaCourt,Reagan Brown,TessaLaCourt,ChristopherLaCourtandJacksonHarris.Heisalso survivedbynieces,nephews,bonus great-grandchildren,extendedfamily membersandfriends.

Intermentwastobeprivate.Inlieu offlowers,donationscanbemadein Baker’smemorytotheDagsboroVolunteerFireDepartment.Lettersofcondolencemaybesentonlineat www.watsonfh.com.

BrianKeithBinderJr.,33

BrianKeithBinderJr.,33,ofHarbeson,Del.,passedawayunexpectedlyon Sept.8,2022,whilevisitinghismother inMillsboro,Del.Hewasthesonofthe lateBrianK.BinderSr.andCrystalLee BonowitzBinder.

BinderworkedasasanitationmanagerforMountaireinSelbyville,Del. Hewasafun-loving,funnyandquickwittedmanwhowaslovingandcaring.

Hewasespeciallydevotedtohiswife andchildren.Hepaidgreatattention totheirneeds,andwhateverthey wanted,hetriedhisbesttoprovide.He lovedhismusicandfootball,especially hislongtimeteam,thePhiladelphia Eagles.

SurvivingBinderarehiswife,MellaniePolethSantamariaRosales,and theirson,KeithAbrahamBinder,age4; andAmoryGreer,motherofhisother son,BraedynAndrewBinder,age5.He isalsosurvivedbythreesisters,Shea NoonanofGreenbackville,Va.,and KristynVadsazandTaylorVadsaz,both ofLewisburg,Pa.;andabrother,Kyle BinderofMillsboro.Alsosurvivinghim arehisbestfriends,BamMeyers,J.J. WhaleyandJeffreyPruitt.

Atimeofviewingandvisitationwas tobeheldonSaturday,Sept.17,2022, attheWatsonFuneralHome,211S. WashingtonSt.Millsboro,Del.Inlieu offlowers,memorialcontributionsmay besenttohisGoFundMeaccountfor theservice,ashedidnothaveinsurance, ortoWarwickManorRehabilitations Services,3680WarwickRd.,EastNew Market,MD21631.Condolencesmay besentonlineatwww.watsonfh.com.

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WWIIWarbirdridesatGeorgetownonOct.1

TheCapitalWingoftheCommemorativeAirForce(CAF),inconjunction withtheDelawareAviationMuseum Foundation(DAMF),willprovide WorldWarIIwarbirdridesatthe DelawareCoastalAirportinGeorgetownonSaturday,Oct.1,duringtheannualWings&Wheelseventfrom10 a.m.to4p.m.Allparking,at$5pervehicle,willbeattheMarvelMuseum, 510S.BedfordStreet,withshuttles

runningto/fromtheairportstartingat9 a.m.

WarbirdsscheduledtoappearincludetheB-25Panchito,aBoeingPT17StearmanbiplaneandaFairchild UC-61Forwarder.Thepublicwillhave theopportunitytopurchasewarbird ridesinalltheaircraftasatributetothe thousandsofmenandwomenwho built,servicedandflewthem.Advance ticketingforanywarbirdrideisavail-

ableonlineathttps://www.capitalwingwarbirdrides.org/.ThepubliccanpurchaseseatsontheB-25Panchitoas well,athttps://delaware-aviation-museum-foundation.checkfront.com/reserve/.Warbirdflightsnotsoldin advancewillbeavailableforsaleon-site attheairport.

Therewillbeotherattractionsfor theentirefamilyattheairport,includingtheClassicCarShow,theU.S.

NavalAcademyParachuteJumpTeam andanumberofaircraftonstaticdisplay.

TheCapitalWing–Commemorative AirForceandDelawareAviationMuseumFoundationarebothnon-profit 501(c)(3)organizationsandarestaffed entirelybyvolunteers.Formoreinformation,contact CapitalWingRides@gmail.comor info@delawareaviationmuseum.org.

hascontinueduninterrupted,thered knotisshowingnosignsofrecovery fromthecatastrophicperiodofhorseshoecraboverharvestofthe 1990s.Thesameintereststhatwere behindthatdisasterarenowmaking thecavalierproposalforafurtherexpansionoftheharvest.

Basedonactualobservationsrather thancontroversialcomputermodelestimates,extinctionoftherufasubspecies isnowanimminentpossibility,unless responsibleandresoluteactionistaken byDelawarepublicofficials.

ItwasamistakethattheStateof Delawaredidnotimplementahorseshoecrabharvestmoratoriumin2014 whentheredknotwaslistedas

“Threatened”undertheEndangered SpeciesAct.Thatoversightneedsimmediatecorrection.Delawaremustimplementafullbaitharvestmoratorium, consistentwiththeoneinplaceinNew Jersey,untiltheredknotisremoved fromEndangeredSpeciesActprotection.Thefishingindustrywillnotface adverseconsequencesoncethetakeof horseshoe crabsisprohibited,since therearealternativestousinghorseshoe crabsasbaitforeelandwhelk.

Thehorseshoecrabbaitharvest moratoriummustbeapriorityissuefor the2023Delawarelegislativesession.

Delawareofficialswillberecognized worldwideasenvironmentalchampions iftheyhavethecouragetotakethenecessaryactiontopreventtheiconicRed Knotfromslidingtoextinction.They mustalsokeepinmindthatifinaction resultsinthedemiseoftheredknot,

thereisnoresetbutton.

SteveCottrell,President DelawareAudubonSociety

Readerweighsin onintegrity

Editor:

Theprimaryelectioncampaignfor SussexCouncilDistrict5wasagreat teachingtoolfortheCountyandthe residents.Iamthankfultolearnthat manySussexCountiansdigforanswers andarenoteasilyfooledbythecampaignfacadesplasteredwithenormous sumsofmoneythrownongiganticsigns andcountlessmailers/adsfulloffalse c laimsandaccusations.Theseoutlandishlynegativecampaignsseem churnedoutbythesameruthlesslie machinesthatareatworkatthena-

tionallevel.

Sussexvotersspoke.I’dsaytheguy withsmallsignswon!Bynotfighting backthesameway,heattractedsupportersfromallcornersofthecounty acrosspartylines.

Thiscampaignalsobroughttothe surfacetheissueofconflictofinterests thattheresidentshavelongsuspected —forinstance,aPlanning&Zoning commissionervotingtoapprovemany subdivisionsandthencontractworkfor thesamesubdivisions.AlistoftheseincidentswascompiledfromDNREC’s website(https://data.delaware.gov/Energy-and-Environment/WellPermits/2655-qn8j),whichisavailable tothepublic.

Howcouldsuchapersonservein thepositionofmakingdecisionsfor subdivisionssinceNovember2016?

SussexCountybreathedasighofrelief thismorning,knowingthatJohnRieley stopped himfrombecomingacouncilman.

So,IamcallingallSussexCountians whohavequestionsaboutconflictofinterestintheSussexCouncil,P&Z Commission,BoardofAdjustment,etc. LetusasktheCountyCounciltoestablishsuperiorethicsstandardsandinstall themechanismtoensuretransparency andintegrityinalllevelsofSussexgovernance.

Tosigntheonlinepetition,click onhttps://chng.it/CBBfZsCC6r,or visitSussex2030.com.Wemustdemand the CountyCounciltakeupthisissue immediately.Let’sgetthisdone.

EulLee Lewes

Amenities abound at Governors

Governors is our fastest selling community at the beach located in the heart of charming, coastal Lewes, DE. Have it all in a community that offers something for everyone in a location that can’t be beat!

Soak up the sunshine and go for a swim in the ocean only minutes away.

Hop on your bike and use the Junction & Breakwater Trail to quickly get to downtown Lewes or explore the trails in Cape Henlopen State Park.

Grab a drink at the 5 O’Clock Island Bar and Lounge while the kids (or grandkids) circle the island in the lazy river.

Play a game of pool or shuffleboard in the game room before joining your neighbors on the BBQ patio.

Read a book on the expansive lanai while the kids enjoy waterslides in the splash zone.

SINGLE FAMILY HOMES

Just minutes om downtown Lewes Junction & Breakwater Trail access Pool with lazy river and swim up bar Outdoor island cabana bar Covered patio with outdoor fireplace Kid’s splash zone and tot lot Clubhouse and fitness center Tennis and pickleball courts

DPHannounces#MyReasonWhyDEcampaign

TheDivisionofPublicHealth (DPH)thisweekannouncedtheir youth-led#MyReasonWhyDEcampaign.#MyReasonWhyDEasks Delawareyouthtomakeshortpublic serviceannouncement(PSA)videos thatpromotethepositiveaspectsof theirlivesthatkeepthemhappy,healthy anddrug-free,engagedcitizens.Using thecollectivecampaignadmodel,like the“GotMilk?”ads,#MyReasonWhyDEisfeaturingtheyouthinthe communityasinfluencersprovidinga diversesetof“reasons”tochoosenotto usedrugs.

The#MyReasonWhycampaignis partofDPH’slong-termstrategyto workwithpartnerorganizationsinthe communityandstate,suchasschool systems,topromoteresiliencyandpositivemessaging.YouthwhoareinterestedincreatingaPSAvideoshould

visitMyReasonWhyDE.com.

ThroughfederalSubstanceAbuse& MentalHealthServicesAdministration (SAMHSA)funding,DPHteamedup withTheCausetofacilitateaseriesof fourworkshopsthroughoutthestateto createthesummerPSAseriestoeducateyouthonSubstanceUseDisorder (SUD).Attheupcoming#MyReasonWhyDEcelebrationevent,DPHwill beannouncingthePSAsthathavemet thechallengeofcommunicatinginformationandresourcesaboutSUD,as wellashighlightthereasonwhyyouth havechosentobedrug-freeandlive positivelives.

TheeventwassettobeheldonSept. 22attheBellevueTheaterinWilmington’sBellevueCommunityCenter,with doorsopeningat5:30p.m.andthelive showbeginningat6p.m.Peopleofall agesarewelcometoattend.Toregister

toattendinperson,go tohttps://forms.gle/BZ7sS8TG3bDrng TK9,andtoregistertoattendvirtually, go tohttps://causetheworld.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkcu2vrzgoHdcamHl3Q8a6kcXKKX9qjTXF.

AccordingtotheNationalSurvey onDrugUse&Health(NSDUH, 2018-2019),approximately4percent ofallpeople12orolderhadusedan illicitdrug(notincludingmarijuana) inthepastmonthinDelaware.Brokendownbyage,2.44percentof Delawareyouthbetweenages12to 17,6.67percentofadultsages18to 25,and3.79percentofadultsages26 orolderreportedusinganillicitdrug, suchascocaine(includingcrack), heroin,hallucinogens,inhalantsor methamphetamine,ormisusingprescriptionpsychotherapeuticsinthe

priormonth.

The 2020DelawareSchoolSurvey (DSS)indicatedthat2percentof eighth-gradestudentsreporteduseof anillicitdrug(otherthanmarijuana)in thepriormonthand5percentwithin theprioryear,while1in10studentsreportedmisuseofprescriptionandoverthe-countermedication(includingpain medication)withinthepreviousyear. Yetlessthanhalf(46percent)of eighth-gradersreportedperceivinga greatriskinmisusingprescriptionmedication.

“Itisimportanttoeducateouryouth andprovidealternativechoicestodrugs. DPHiscontinuingtolookforpartners tohelpgrowthismessage,”officials said.

Thosewhoareinterestedcancontact KatieCapelli atkatie.capelli@delaware.gov.

BeebeamendsvisitorpolicyforCOVID-19-positivepatients

Inadditiontothenewguidelines thatwentintoeffectonMonday,Sept. 12,BeebeHealthcaremadevisitation policyadjustmentslatelastweekforpatientswhoareCOVID-19positiveor underinvestigation.Thosepatientsmay haveonehealthyvisitorperday.

VisitorstoCOVID-19patientsmust be18orolder,whichisconsistentwith visitationthroughoutthehospital.Personalprotectiveequipmentmustbe worninandoutoftherooms,aswellas havingvisitorspracticehandhygiene frequently.Visitorsshouldstayinthe

patientroomasmuchaspossibleduring thevisitandshouldavoidgeneralpublic areas,suchascafeterias,waitingrooms, etc.

Thenursingcareteamwillbeableto assist withthesetasksandguidelines. Beebe’sothervisitorpolicychanges

lastweekincludedthatinpatientsmay havewellvisitorsthroughouttheirstay. Pediatricpatientsmayhavetwowell parentsorcaregiversaroundtheclock.

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TheDelawareStatePolicethisweek reportedarecentriseinthetheftofcatalyticconvertersthroughoutthestate. Mostofthetheftsinvolvevarioustypes ofvehicles,theysaid,andthetheftstypicallyoccurwhenvehiclesareparkedin largepublicparkinglots,includingretail locations,healthcarefacilitiesandbusinessparks.

Catalyticconverterscanberemoved withinlessthanaminute,soanyhour ofthedayornightisagoldenopportunityforthecrimestooccur.

Theappealofcatalyticconverters

DSPofficialsnotedthatcatalytic converterscontainplatinum,rhodium andpalladium.Thosemetalsarevaluable,andthievesselltheconvertersto salvageyards.Itcancostavehicleowner upto$3,000toinstallandreplaceacatalyticconverter.Drivingacarwithout oneisillegal,andtheresultinggapin thecar’sexhaustsystemmakesthecar runpoorly.

“Thievesfocusoneasytargetsfor catalyticconverterthefts,andafewsimplestepswillhelpmakeyourvehiclea lesslikelytarget,”accordingtotheDSP.

Symptomsofconvertertheft

Ifacatalyticconverterismissing,the drivermaynoticealoudrumblingor roaringsoundassoonastheyturnon

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Oncologypatientsmayhaveonewell supportpersonaccompanythemforall appointmentsandtreatmentsatthe TunnellCancerCenterand/orSouth CoastalCancerCenter.

Additionalconsiderationsaremade forlabor-and-delivery,surgerypatients andend-of-lifepatients.

“Asapatient-centeredorganization, wearepleasedtocontinuetooffermore opportunitiesforourpatientstohave thesupportoftheirlovedones,”saidDr. DavidA.Tam,MD,MBA,CPHE, FACHE,presidentandCEOofBeebe Healthcare.“Weknowthatsupport fromfamilyandfriendsisanimportant partoftherecoveryprocess,especially duringacancerjourney,andtherefore it’sourobligationtoprovidetoourpatientstheseopportunitiesinasafemanner.”

Allvisitorscontinuetoberequiredto wearasurgicalmaskduringtheirentire visittoincludewhensittingwithapatientintheirroom.Visitorswhodonot haveoneuponcheck-inwillhaveone providedtothem.Thatincludesthe L ewesCampus,theSouthCoastal HealthCampus,theSpecialtySurgical HospitalandTunnellCancerCenter.

FormoreinformationaboutBeebe Healthcare,visitbeebehealthcare.org.

theengine.Thesoundwillgetlouderas theyaccelerate.Sincetheexhaustisnot workingproperly,thevehiclewilldrive rougherthanusual,oftenwithasenseof sputteringasthedriverchangesspeed.

“Gotothebackofthecarandlook underneath.Thecatalyticconverterisa roundcanisterthatconnectstwopieces ofpipingintheexhaust.Youwillseea gapinthemiddleofyourexhaustifthe converterismissing,andyouwilllikely seesignsthatthepipinghasbeencut.”

Preventingcatalyticconverter theft

TheDSPofferedanumberoftips forpreventingcatalyticconvertertheft:

•Parkinwell-illuminatedareas whenpossible.Ifyouhaveapersonal garage,keepyourcarinthegaragewith

thedoorclosedwhenthevehicleisnot in use.Whenparkinginapubliclot, parkclosetoabuildingentranceorthe nearestaccessroad.Thereisanincreasedamountofpedestriantrafficin theseareas.

•Installacatalyticconverterantitheftdevice.Thesedevicescanprovide somelevelofsecurityfromtheft.You canalsohavetheconverterweldedto thecarframe,makingitsremovalmore challenging.Ifyourcarhasasecurity system,ensurethesensitivityishigh. Thisensuresthatthealarmwillactivate if athieftriestocutoffyourconverter.

•Installingvideosurveillanceormotionsensorlightingaroundyourgarage ordrivewayisalsohelpful.Engraveyour VINontoyourcatalyticconverterto makeiteasiertoidentifyifitgets stolen.

DSP:Seesomething—say something

Whilepreventionisnotcomplete protection,itmaycauseathieftoreconsidercommittingacrime.Ifprevention isunsuccessful,thenextbestmethodto combatcriminalactivityisrelyingon bystanderstopromptlyreportcrimes andprovideasmanyinvestigativeleads aspossible.

Troopersaskedcommunitymembers tobeawareoftheirsurroundingswhile walkinginpublicparkinglots.“Bea goodbystanderandcall911ifyousee orhearanythingsuspicious.”

Informationregardingcatalyticconvertertheftscanalsobeprovidedby contactingDelawareCrimeStoppersat 1-800-TIP-3333.

Tuesday

Starting Tuesday, September 27th

Thursday

Rib Dinner

Friday

Cottage Shrimp

“Fryday” Fish Fry $20

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combination

Bacon Salmon

Sunday

Turkey Dinner

Monday

Fried Oyster Dinner

Grilled Pork Chops

Pub Party Trivia with DJ Bump

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FriendsofCapeHenlopenhostingtasting

TheFriendsofCapeHenlopenState ParkwillhosttheirannualWine, Cheese&BeerTastingintheparkon Oct.1.Theeventwillbeheldfrom4to 6p.m.intheOfficersClubatthepark.

Asattendeessamplewines,using theirincludedcommemorativewine glass,theywillbeabletoplaceanorder withR&LLiquorsforlaterpick-upat theirstore.Salesofthefeaturedbeers willbeavailableattheR&Lstoreat regularprices.

Thecheesetastingswillbeoffered with thesupportoflocalvendors.Inaddition,volunteerswillbepreparingappetizersdesignedtopairwellwith winesandbeersofferedfortasting. Friendsvolunteerswillbepassingout horsd’oeuvresdesignedtopairwell withthewinesandbeers.Thegroup’s

traditionalraffle,featuringfunalcoholrelatedprizes,willbeback,too.PresidentJohnBraccosaidthisWine, Cheese&BeerTastingmayshowthe broadestrangeofflavorsyet.

Inresponsetopastdemands,the Friendswillselltheirownsignature merchandise—includingshirts,caps, sweatshirtsandhoodies—atoneofthe tables.

Ticketspurchasedinadvancecost $27each,whichincludesthefeeforentrancetothepark.Theyareavailable fromR&LLiquors,on2ndStreetin Lewes(from9a.m.to10p.m..)aswell astheCapeHenlopenStateParkOffice (from9a.m.to4p.m.),andtheLewes ChamberofCommerce(10a.m.to4 p.m.).Ticketswillalsobesoldatthe doorfor$30,cash,creditordebitcards

accepted.Thepricealsoincludesacommemorativewineglassforuseintasting.

TheOfficer’sClubhasaspacious publicareawithacommandingfireplace.Thereisplentyofparking.The historicclubbuildingwasbuiltbefore WorldWarIIaspartofFortMiles, nowCapeHenlopenStatePark.Its fireplaceissaidtobemadeofstones salvagedfromtheoriginal1767Cape HenlopenLighthousethatcollapsedin 1926.TheOfficer’sClubislocatedat YouthCamp#3.DirectionstotheClub willbeclearlypostedinthepark.

TheFriendsofCapeHenlopenState Parksponsorsavarietyofactivitiesin supportofthepark.Theactivitiesincludepurchasingbenches,operatingthe freebicycleloanprogramattheBike

Barn,maintenanceoftrails,constructingthechildrens’playground,supportingoftherecentlyupgradedospreycam, reconstructingofthehawkwatchplatformandofferingeducationfundsfor statewideschoolstobringstudentsinto theparkfornatureopportunities.

Volunteersworkwiththestaffatthe parktosupporttheseexperiencesin “TheCrownJewelofDelawareParks,” containing7,000acresofuniquebeach, duneandwetlandenvironments.People interestedinmoreinformationabout theFriends’currentandpastprojects andforinformationaboutjoiningor volunteeringordonatingmayvisittheir websiteatwww.friendsofcapehenlopen.org,whichalsoincludesaphoto galleryoflastyear’sevents,ore-mail thematfochsp@gmail.com.

LocalauthortosignVegas-focusedmemoirthisweekend

OnSunday,Sept.25,from10a.m.to noon,authorJudyJoneswillbeat BrowseaboutBooksinRehobothBeach, signingcopiesofherrecentlyreleased memoir,“AlotofWorldtoSee.”

Thecoming-of-agestorybeginswhen the17-year-oldJones,afterwinninga localbeautycontestin1958,isawardeda contracttodanceasa“TexasCopaGirl”

attheSandsHotelinLasVegas,where shewillmeetandworkwithnumerous stars(SammyDavisJr.,DeanMartin, Elvis,JudyGarland)and,throughchance meetings,enduptravelingtheworld.

Writteninpresenttense,asifitwere happeningnow,thememoirtellsastory setagainst—andentangledwith—historicalmomentsandpeople.

“WhathappenedinVegaswasjustthe beginningforJudyJones,”saidDavid Schwartz,authorof“AttheSands:The CasinoThatShapedClassicLasVegas, BroughttheRatPackTogether,andWent OutWithaBang.“Hermemoircaptures atimewhenanythingwaspossiblefora youngwomanwithdreamsandthedesire toseetheworld.It’sapersonallookat

yearsthatprofoundlychangedtheworld, fromthepenofanastuteobserverofherselfandtheworldaroundher.”

Jones,along-timeresidentofRehobothBeachandofManassas,Va.,has studiedwithliterarynotablesincluding JoyceMaynard,FrankMcCourtandMatt Klam,andisanactivememberoftheRehobothBeachWritersGuild.

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GaryLenHerron,69

GaryLenHerron,69,ofRehoboth Beach,Del.,passedawayonSept.6th, 2022,athome,ofnaturalcauses.Hewas bornonJuly16,1953,inBaltimore City,Md.,andwasraisedinPasadena, Md.

HerronattendedSevernaParkHigh Schoolandwasavolunteerfirefighter in1969atEarleighHeightsVolunteer FireCo.In1972,hebecameafirefighteratFortMeadFireDepartment. Beingafirefighterwashispassion.He retired,asacaptain,in2000.

Everyonewhoknewhimknewthat he wasthekindestandmostgenerous person.Helovedhisfamilyandfriends somuch.Hewilltrulybemissedby everyonewhoknewhim.

Anotefromafriend:“Garywasa friendofBillW.andwaswell-lovedin thefellowship.Hewasalwaysofservice andlivedlifeadayatatime.Garywill bemissedbyhismanyfriends.”

Herronwasprecededindeathbyhis parents,LeonardJamesHerronand BettyJean(Bratcher)Herron;andby hisbrothersKennyandTom.Heleaves behindstepdaughterTracyPersing,her husband,Dave,grandsonPatrickand hiswife,Mandi,great-grandsonKevin; granddaughtersNatalieandGwyn; stepdaughterPaigeJohnsandherhusband,Rob,andgranddaughtersLillian andCharlotte;hissisterVickie Wheeler,sister-in-lawSusieHerron, brotherDaveHerronandhiswife, Suzanne,sisterLyndaFisherandher husband,David,sisterBettyJoVandevortandherhusband,Tim,andbrother Lawrence“Skip”Herron;andmany niecesandnephews.

AtHerron’srequest,therewillbeno funeralormemorialservice.Instead,the familyaskedfordonationsinhishonor totheAmericanDiabetesAssociation, atwww.diabetes.org/diabetes/donation, ortheNationalFallenFirefighters Foundationatwww.firehero.org(click onthemenuandselectDonate).

ArrangementswereprovidedbyWatson FuneralHomeinMillsboro,Del.Condolencesmaybesentonlineat www.watsonfh.com.

WilliamE.‘Bill’Lesniczak,84

WilliamE.“Bill”Lesniczak,84,of Lewes,Del.,passedawaypeacefullyat sunsetonTuesday,Sept.13,2022,with hisbeloveddaughtersbyhisside,athis home.HewasbornonMarch15,1938, inWilmington,Del.,sonofthelate MarionandMaryLesniczak.

LesniczakgraduatedfromWilmingtonHighSchool,intheClassof1956. Hebuiltacareerinaircraftdesign,dedicatingmanyyearstoAtlanticAviation, beforestartingwithGeorgetownAircraftServices,fromwhichheretired. His loveforcabinetryandwoodworking continued,andheestablishedL&L Woodworking,buildingmanybarsfor

localrestaurants,includingGrotto Pizza.

Helovedhismorningwalksonthe boardwalkinRehobothBeachand lunchingwithhisladies.Hespentmost daysonhisdock,checkinghiscrabpots andplanninghisdayaroundwhich happy-hourhewouldattend(excepton Tuesdays,hisdayoff).

Anavidoutdoorsman,hehadalifelongloveofhuntingandfishing.He was amemberoftheAmericanLegion Post28andtheOceanCity(Md.)SinglesClub.Hefoundgreatjoyindancingtolocalbandsupanddownthe coast,fromRehobothBeachtoOcean City,Md.,andwasnicknamed“DancingBill.”

Aboveall,hecherishedtimespent withthoseheloved—particularlyhis daughtersandgrandsons.“ToknowBill wastolovehim.Hewillbedeeplyand genuinelymissedbyallwhohadthe goodfortunetoknowhim.”

Thefamilyexpressedtheirheartfelt

gratitudetoEvelyn,hiscaregiver,who wentaboveandbeyond.“Thankyou.”

Lesniczakissurvivedbyhisbeloved daughtersKelliL.Humphrey(and Craig)ofMt.Pleasant,S.C.,andJamie A.LesniczakofWestChester,Pa.;his grandsons,Jackson,Will,Brent,Zach andNick;hisbrothers,FrankLesniczak ofOceanView,Del.,andEdward LesniczakofNewark,Del.;andhis nephews,whowerelikesonstohim, JeffBakerofMillsboro,Del.,andScott BlackistonofWilmington,Del.

AcelebrationofLesniczak’slifewill be heldforfamilyandfriendsnextsummer.Finalcarehasbeenentrustedto ParsellFuneralHomes&Crematorium, Atkins-LodgeChapel,Lewes,Del.His lifememorialwebpageandvirtual guestbookareatwww.parsellfuneralhomes.com.

Dora‘Christine’Long,88

Dora“Christine”Long,88,ofDagsboro,Del.,passedawayathome,sur-

roundedbyherfamilyandfriends,on Sept.19,2022.ShewasbornonFeb.28, 1934,inMillville,Del.Shewasthe daughter ofPearlBanksofDagsboro. Longcompletedherhighschool diplomawhenshegraduatedfrom JamesH.Groves.Shethenbecamea successfulpoultryfarmerformany years.

ShefaithfullyservedtheLordand wasamemberofCrossroadCommunityChurchofDagsboro.Shewasa Sunday-schoolteacherandchurchclerk formanyyearsatDagsboroChurchof God.Shelovedspendingtimewithher familyandfriendsandhavingfamily dinnersandpicnicsattheriverandin herbackyard.Shehadaloveforhummingbirds,andalwaysmadesureshe hadafeederoutandfilledforthemto enjoy.Sheenjoyedholidaydinnersand preparinghersignaturedishes.Overthe years,shecaredformanyfamilymem-

OceanCityboardwalktramscouldgetads

ByMalloryPanuska OceanCityToday

ThebackofOceanCity’sboardwalk tramscouldsoonmoveintothedigital age,andpossiblytakeonamorelocalizedfocus,withtheimplementationofa newadvertisingplan.

Transportationofficialsoptedearlier thissummertoendtheOceanCity’s long-timebusandtramadscreencontractwithNewYork-basedVectorMarketing.Citingrevenueprojections,they insteadsignedasix-yearcontractwith New Jersey-basedGatewayOutdoor Advertising.

Lastweek,OceanCityPublicWorks DirectorHalAdkinsgavemembersof OceanCity’sTourismCommissionan updateonthetransitiontotheGateway, whichhesaidisgoingsmoothly.The newcompanyissettotakeoverthisfall.

Adkins,inturn,askedcommission membersforguidanceontramads,a topicthathesaidhasbecome“verysen-

sitivetosome”giventhehistoricdifficultyofsellingthespaces.

Initially,thegoalwastoselladson theuppersidesandthebacksofthe tramstoboardwalk-basedbusinesses. Butnolocalbusinesseshavetakenadvantageoftheopportunities,leaving non-boardwalkpromotionssplashed acrossthevehicles.

TransitManagerRobShearmansaid thequestionnowiswhethertosellthe spaceatall,andifso,iftransitioningtoa digitalplatformwouldbedesirable.

“Theyposedapotentialforchanging fromastaticboardtoadigitalboard,” Shearmansaidofthenew company.“It wouldenablethemtotime-sharethose ads,makethemmoreaffordable,which mightmakethemmorepalatabletothe actualboardwalkbusinesses,whichI knowwaspartoftheoriginalvisionfor thoseads.”

Digitaladswouldcreatemoreoptions fortheadvertisers,Shearmanadded.

“Makingthemdigitalwouldenablea

boardwalkbusinesstopromote,say,for example,dailyrestaurantspecials,nightly entertainmentschedules,whichbandis appearingatPurpleMoosetonight, thingsofthatnature,”hesaid.

OceanCityMayorRickMeehan, whoservesaschairmanofthecommission,saidthatcouncilmemberspreviouslydeterminedtheywantthetramads tocontinue.However,theydidnot weighinontransitioningtoadigital platform.

Adkinspointedoutthatthereisapotentialfordigitaladstobetoobusyand distracting,andheaskedthetransportationcommissionersfortheiropinions.

CouncilmanMarkPaddack,whoalso servesonthecommission,andseveralof theothercommissionersagreed,thatads onthetopsofthetramsmaynotbethe bestidea.

“There’ssomuchgoingonupthereat thatboardwalkrightnow,andIjust thinkitwouldbewaytoobusyforpeople,”hesaid.

Meehancameupwithacompromise, toselladsonlyonthebacksofthetrams, whichhesaidisthemostvisiblespot anyway.

Theothercommissionersagreed,and Shearmansaidhewouldtaketheidea backtothecontractor.

Thecommissionersalsodiscussedthe initialcostforthedigitalscreens,asthey wouldbemoreexpensivethanthestatic adspaces.

Shearmansaidthecontractorisopen toworkingwiththecityonthecapital costs.

Overall,MeehansaidthatheseespotentialwiththeshifttoGateway.

“Wehaveanewadvertisingcompany,”hesaid.“I’mreallyhopingthey haveafreshperspectiveandmaybea freshpresentationtopresenttolocal businesseswith…justadifferentpresentation,maybesomedifferentstatistics, maybesomethingtoreallyshowthelocal businessestheprosofusingthattypeof advertising.”

OfficialsdeterminedtohostJuly4,NewYear’sshows

ByMalloryPanuska

OceanCityToday

OceanCity,Md.,isofficiallyshoppingforanewholidayfireworksvendor.

Despitewarningsofhighercosts anddifficultyfindingabidderbecause ofOceanCity’schallengingstaging locations,OceanCityCouncilmembersareall-inonshoppingforanew company—orcompanies—toput onthebestshowspossibleonboth theFourthofJulyandNewYear’s Eve.

“Weneedtostepupourgame,” CouncilmanLloydMartinsaidduring aworksessionlastweek.“Therewere alotofdisappointedpeoplethisJuly 4th.Whenyouseethem,youtalkto them,they’reoutinpublic,theywere upset.It’safamilything.It’sabig deal.”

ThecityhasnothostedaJuly4

fireworksshowontheactualholiday forthepastthreesummers.After missing2020becauseofCOVID,officialsplannedshowsin2021,but wereforcedtocancelthematthelast-

minuteafterthefireworksbroughtby thevendorprematurelywentoffduringsetuponthebeachonthemorningofJuly4.Themishapforcedthe cancelationofboththeinletfireworks

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tieswiththevendor,PennsylvaniabasedStarfireCorporation,andbegan shoppingforanewone.

InJanuary,theysignedathree-year agreementwithOhio-basedAmerican FireworksCompanytohostshowson bothJuly4andNewYear’sEve.The vendorwasthesolebidderforthe contract,whichhadatotal$318,000 pricetag.Butlessthantwoweeksbeforethisyear’sFourthofJulyshows, thevendorcalledtheshowoff,citing staffingissues.

Thatcancelationsentthecity shoppingforanewvendoronceagain, which,accordingtotourismofficials, maynotbesoeasy.

“ThispastJuly4thwasquitea learningcurveforus,”saidFrank Miller,thecity’sdirectorofspecial events,atlastweek’sworksession.

“Weknewthattherewasashortageof manpoweracrossthefireworksindustry.Wehadheardthattherewasalot ofconsolidationhappening…where companieswerecancelingshows. Thoseshowswereoutlookingfornew providers.”

Themarketshiftbasicallymade theindustryavendor’smarket.

“Theopportunities…basicallyallowedtheindustry,thefireworksdisplaycompanies,tobeabletopickand choosewhichsitestheywantedto

contractwith,versespreviousyears wheretheyreallywereouthuntingfor opportunities,”Millerexplained.

ThechangeultimatelyputOcean Cityatadisadvantage,asMillersaid thatitisnot“oneofthemoredesirablelocations”forvendorstostage shows.

NorthsidePark,whichhasbeenthe siteofoneoftheFourthofJulyshows andtheNewYear’sEvedisplayfor years,isanespeciallydifficultlocation, Milleradded.NewYear’sisparticularlybad,asthesetupforWinterfest ofLightsforcedvendorstosetoffthe fireworksfromtheendofthepark pier.

“Ihadacall,aninformalmeeting, withsomeofshooterswhoworked thispastJuly4th.Theyhadbeenhere before,andtheirresponsetomewas theywillnevershootfromtheendof theNorthsideParkpier,”CityManagerTerryMcGeansaidduringlast week’smeeting.

Whileseekingguidanceforissuing anewrequestforproposalsforthis year’sshow,MillerandTomPerlozzo, thecity’sdirectoroftourismandbusinessdevelopment,suggestedeither movingtheNewYear’sEveshowto theinlet,oreliminatingitaltogether.

Theyalsosuggestedsigningcontractswithtwovendors,insteadofjust one,asthecityhasdoneinthepast, toensuretheshowswillhappen.

Councilmemberswereonboard

withthetwo-vendoroption,butmost ofthembalkedatcancelingtheNew Year’sEveshow.

“That’stheonefamilyeventwereallyhavethat’sabigfamilyeventfor NewYear’sEve,”OceanCityMayor RickMeehansaid.“Therearealotof people,alotoflocalpeopleandalot ofpeople,whocomeherewiththeir familiesforNewYear’sEve.Ijust thinkit’ssomethingspecial.”

Councilmembersultimatelyvoted unanimously,withCouncilmanPeter Buasabsent,tokeeptheoptionfor theNewYear’sshowintheRFP,and giveinterestedvendorsachoicetobid ontheshowsseparatelyortogether.

Millerpointedoutthat,whilesplittingtheshowswillimprovetheodds againstcancelations,itwilllikelyalso bumpupthecost.

ButMeehanandthecouncilsaid theywouldtakethatrisk.

“Asfarasthecostisconcerned,I thinkwejusthavetorealize,thecost isgoingtobemore.Thecostofdoing theseshowsisgoingtocostusmore thanitdidinthepast,”Meehansaid.

Headdedthat,alongwiththeundesirablelocation,othervenueswere payingmoremoneythanOceanCity hasbeenthelastcoupleofyears.

“We’regoingtohavetostepup,” hesaid.“Weknowwhatit’sliketonot havefireworksontheFourthofJuly.

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WildChildfilmfestivalsetforOct.9

Anewsproutisgrowingonthe Wild&ScenicFilmFesttree.This year,AssateagueCoastalTrust(ACT), theCoastKidsprogramandtheAssateagueCoastkeeperwillbringtheinauguralWildChildYouthFilm FestivaltoBerlin,Md.

AdvanceticketsforWildChild,as wellasWild&ScenicFilmFestivals arenowavailableforpurchaseat www.actforbays.org/wildchildand www.actforbays.org/wsff.

TheWildChildYouthFilmFestival focusesonfilmsthatbothcelebratethe splendoroftheplanetandspeaktoenvironmentalconcernstheEarthfaces. Theprogramfortheeveningwillfeature16shortfilmsspeciallycuratedto pleasefamilies.Theyinclude“Cracked,” whichdocumentsalittlegirltryingher besttohelpnatureinadroughtstrickenvillage,“Cormie,thePick-

Shows

It’snotwherewewanttobe.It’sone ofthosethings—ifit’sgoingtocost ussomemoremoneyoutofthe tourismbudgettomakesurewehave fireworksinthoselocations,Ithink weallhavetoacceptthat.”

pocketCormorant”showingoffhis veryspecial“fundraising”tricks,and “Maneuvers,”afunnyexperimentalfilm combiningskiingwithstop-motion animation.

ACTwillhosttheWildChild YouthFilmFestivalatBurleyOak BrewingCompany(outdoors)in Berlin,Md.,onSunday,Oct.9.Films startat6:30p.m.,withdoorsopening at5:30p.m.Ticketpricesare$5forone ticket,or$25forabundleofsixtickets plusonefree30-ounceeco-friendly waterbottle.

Additionally,attendeesatthefestival canbuildtheirownbirdfeederwith CoastKids,seeliveanimalwithScales &Tales,takepartinaLuckyChance auction withgiftbasketsandgoodies fromlocalbusinesses,andtakeachance onraffleitems.TheStreetKitchen foodtruckwillselltacos.Intheeventit

McGeansaidafterthemeeting thathedoesnotthinkitislikelythat thefireworkswillgooffatNorthside ParkonNewYear’sEve,thatthey couldinsteadmovetotheinletdowntown.HealsosaidtheRFPwillgo outintimeforthecontracttobebid forthisNewYear’sEve.

Councilmemberswerealso adamantaboutensuringthatfire-

rains,thefestivalwillmoveindoorsto theMacMullinHallatAssateague CoastalTrust’sofficebuildingat10959 WorcesterHwyinBerlin.

CoastKidsDirectorVerenaChase said,“Wearesoexcitedtofinallybe abletoofferthewonderfulWildChild filmsataspecialfamilyevent.Wild Childisanaturalextensionofthe CoastKidsprogramtoinspirechildren tolearnaboutthelocalfaunaandflora andbecomeenvironmentalstewards.”

The12thWild&ScenicFilmFestivalwillbeheldonNov.17atSeacrets’ MorleyHallinOceanCity,Md.Ticketscost$25eachor$100forfiveticketsplusa16-ouncestainlesssteelbeer cup.

WildChildsponsorsincludeBurley OakBrewingCompany,WorldofToys, MaryMacFoundation,HeartofGold KidsandDonnaFrankowskiRealty!

workswillbesetoffonJuly4,notthe surroundingdays,astheywereforced tothisyear,withshowsonJuly3and 5.

“ThisisJuly4th.July4thisIndependenceDay.NotJuly3rd,July5th,” CouncilmanJohnGehrigsaidduring theworksession.“I’mnotinfavorof July4thfireworksonJuly3rdorJuly 5th.”

South Coastal Library is now accepting donations of gently used books, audiobooks & DVDs. All items must be brought to the library lobby on Tuesdays from 2-4:00 pm.

Please note that some of our programs have limited in-person seating. Visit our website or call the library to register & learn more about our events!

Monday, September 26 Dance Workshop 10-11:00 am

Join dance instructor, John Brilliantes, for a fun & instructional dance workshop

Exploring Your Family History Through Geneaology 2-3:00 pm

Join historian, Mike Dixon, as he walks you through getting started with a genealogical research project.

Tuesday, September 27 Chix with Stix 11:00 am-12:00 pm

Join Julia for our next meeting about crocheting, knitting, & needleworking. All skill levels welcome.

Dewey Reads 11:00 am-12:00 pm

Join Pat for our next nonfiction book club meeting! This month we’ll be discussing The Betrayal of Anne Frank by Rosemary Sullivan.

PAWS for Reading 10-30-11:30 am

Children read to a team of well-trained dogs to build confidence & improve their reading skills!

Zumba! 4-5:00 pm

Join Zumba instructor, Linda, for a fun, free Zumba class!

Wednesday, September 28

Baby Bookworms Story Time 10-10:45 am

Children ages birth-2 can practice language, motor, social, & listening skills through a variety of activities!

Little Learners Story Time 11-11:45 am Kids ages 3-5 can enjoy a variety of activities designed to help Improve pre-literacy skills!

The Right to Lie 3-4:00 pm

Join DE Humanities speaker, Joan DelFattore, for a lecture about lying!

Thursday, September 29

RBWG FreeWrites 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Writers of all skill levels meet to practice creative writing & explore different genres with other writing enthusiasts!

Apple Butter Making 5-6:30 pm

Join R.O.O.T.S. Youth Development in making apple butter! For 12 & under.

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BETHANY BEACH AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES UNITE TO HONOR AND THANK WOUNDED VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES.

“We appreciate everything you have done for us. You have been true angels to our family this week. Words cannot express our gratitude. We have met the most considerate, unselfish loving hearted people. Awesome community that has given so much of themselves in thanks to wounded veterans and their families.”

“Our lives looked completely different before our arrival to Bethany. We were overwhelmed, stressed, and frustrated – feeling alone and lost...... Thank you for your generosity. I used this time to reflect on my service---- the good, the bad, and in between. I never thought people would thank me for my service. And for that I THANK you!

My family THANKS you!”

“This week has been beautiful. We are so thankful for the love we have felt all week We are going home with a grateful heart full of peace, love, and gratitude. This is the most loving and kind community we have ever seen. Thank you for all you do, you are doing so much more than we could ever express.”

“.... Incredible trip to the beach! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. The generosity and all the endless love shown by this community has been truly inspirational and unforgettable.... Relaxing and getting away from reality of everyday ...... THANK YOU for being a part of this healing for us.”

“... Staying in your home helped my husband (and I) relax, rest, and connect with other Warriors ....... The people here are so nice, and Patriotic ... we were in the parade, and it brought my husband and I to tears. We never received a Welcome after coming home from our service.”

“We are enjoying another remarkable sun rise. Our family will be forever grateful for this remarkable experience. The memories made here will forever be locked away in our hearts.”

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OperationSEAstheDayvetgetsoverdueretirementceremony

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

Whenveterans andtheirfamilies cometoBethany Beachforatimeof respiteandrejuvenationeachyear,the OperationSEAsthe Dayorganization oftenpullsoffspecialeventsthat maketheweekeven moremeaningful.

Thisyear,a DelawareveteranattendingWarrior BeachWeekwith hisfamilyreceived long-delayedclosure,whenaretirementceremonyat FortMilesinLewes wasorganized withinafewdays’ time.

Theceremony, officiallyrecognizingthecareerand theretirementof Sgt.John“J.B.”Barr ofHarrington,was heldonSaturday, Sept.10,withmembersofBarr’sfamily inattendance,as wellassomeofthe otherfamilieswhowereintownfor WarriorBeachWeekonSept.6-11. RepresentativesoftheFortMiles HistoricalAssociationwerealsoin attendance.

“Itwasanhonor,”Barrsaidofthe ceremony,duringwhichhereceived anofficialretirementcertificate,as wellasothermementosoftheoccasion.“Tobeinthepresenceofother veterans,”aswellashisfamily,made itevenmoremeaningfultohim,he said.

A20-yearveteranoftheU.S. Army,Barrretiredin2010fromserviceinGermanyafterseveraltoursin IraqandatourinBosnia.He,his wife,Trisha,andtheir16-year-old sonHaydenwereattendingWarrior BeachWeekforthesecondtime. TheirfirstwasasaVeryImportant Familyin2019.Thisyeartheyreturnedas“alumni”tohelpfirst-time attendeestomakethemostoftheir weekintheOperationSEAstheDay program.

Inadditiontohiswifeandteenage

son,theBarrs’olderson,Aaron Queen,aswellasdaughter-in-law TaylorQueenandgrandchildren EastonandIslaQueen,ofCamden, wereabletheattendtheceremony, duringwhichBarrgaveHaydenand AarondogtagsheworeduringhiscareerintheArmy.Thecouple’stwo otherchildrenwereunabletoattend theceremony,TrishaBarrsaid.

“Itwassospecial,”shesaid.

Thesparkthatignitedtheideafor theceremonywaslightedduringa conversationbetweenherandanotheralumnispouse,OmyEmami, shesaid.

“Iwastellingherthatwenever hadclosure”toherhusband’scareer, “becauseheretiredoutofGermany.” The“changeofcommandceremony” inGermanywastheonlyacknowledgementofhisretirementatthe time,shesaid.

TrishaBarrsaidEmamiandher husband,Nema,discussedthesituationwiththeOSTDboard,andthat Emamisooncontactedherandsaid

“gethisDD214,”referringtotheofficialrecordofBarr’sservice.They werealsotoldtogethisdressuniformfromtheirHarringtonhome beforeSaturday.

“Ithelpedourentirefamily,”she saidofthemid-afternoonevent, whichwasapparentlythefirstsuch ceremony—atleastinrecentmemory—tobeheldatFortMiles,ahistoricWorldWarII-eraformer militarysitenowlocatedwithinCape HenlopenStatePark.

Herhusbandcreditedherforhavingtheideathatheneededsomethingtohelphimproperlyclosethat chapterofhislife.

“Itwasonherheart,”hesaid,“and shedidn’tknowhowtoproceedwith it.”

Last-minuteceremonieshavebecomesomethingofatraditionduring WarriorBeachWeek,includinga weddingheldatSeaColonyduringa previousyear,betweenaveteranand hislongtimepartner,inwhichallthe weddingaccoutrements—fromthe

bride’sdresstothephotography,receptionvenueandfood—weredonated.

TheBarrssaidanespeciallymovingpartoftheceremonycamewhen Capt.ZachMorrisoftheDelaware NationalGuard,wholedtheceremony,toldofaconnectionheand Barrshared.

Morristoldthemtheceremony “meansalottohim,”shesaid,becauseofa“full-circle”connectionbetweenthetwo.WhenMorriswas completingbasictraining,inAugust 2010,Barrwasretiring.

“Itwasverymoving,”shesaidof theacknowledgementofthespecial connection.“Even[Morris]got chokedup.”

Barrsaidhehopeshisceremony willbeatemplateforothersinthe future.

“Youcan’tevenexplain”whatit meanttothefamily,hiswifesaid. “It’sachapterthatwasfinallyclosed, andwecanmoveforwardasafamily.”

SpecialtotheCoastalPoint•PatBragdon FirstSgt.JohnBarrofHarringtonreceivedasurpriseretirementceremonyatFortMilesinLewesonSaturday,Sept.10duringWarriorBeach Week,attendedbyfamilymembers,fellowveteransandFortMilesofficialsandvolunteers.Shownare,fromleft,HaydenBarr,TrishaBarr,John Barr,EastonQueen,AaronQueen,IslaQueenandTaylorQueen.

Selbyville’sLonghonoredfor20yearsintownadministration

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

SelbyvilleTownAdministrator

StaceyLongwashonoredforher20th anniversaryintownadministration whentheSelbyvilleTownCouncilmet onMonday,Sept.12.

MayorCliftonMurrayandcouncil memberscongratulatedLong,whohas beentownmanagersixyears,andshe thankedthem.

PriortogoingtoSelbyville,she workedinDagsborotowngovernment, startinghercareerat21yearsold,as townclerk.

“IdidallmylearningwhenIwasin Dagsboro,”the41-year-oldLongtold the CoastalPoint.

“Idideveryjobtherewas,exceptfor thepolicedepartment.Istartedoutansweringphones.Ireadmeters.Ididit allthere.Iwastherebymyselffora longtime,thentheyhiredapart-timer.

“Ididlicensing,taxes.Ilearnedby on-the-jobexperience.I’mthankfulfor

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theopportunityIwasgiveninDagsboro,becauseIlearnedeveryaspectof thejob,whichgavemetheopportunity tocomeheretoSelbyvilleandputmy skillstothetest,”shesaid.

W henshestartedworkingforthe TownofSelbyvillein2016,therewere twodevelopmentsbeingbuilt.

“It’sunbelievablehowfastwe’re growingnow,butit’sexcitingandI’m thrilledwearealsogrowingcommercially,”shesaid.

“Iabsolutelyenjoymyjob.I’mso happythatthemayorandcouncilgave metotheopportunitybackin2016,and theyareverysupportive.Iamverysupportiveofthem,too.Ithinktheydoan excellentjobrunningthistown,andI’m thrilledIwasgiventheopportunityto behere.

“Ilovethestaff.Thestaffisa tremendoushelp.Iwouldn’tgetthings donewithoutthegreatstaffandemployeeswehaveinalldepartments,” Longsaid.

Sheandherhusband,Matt,astaff lieutenantatSussexCorrectionalInstitution,havebeenmarried22yearsand havea17-year-olddaughter,Mackenzie,who,herproudmothersaid,graduatedfromhighschoolayearearlyandis nowstudyingnursingatDelaware TechnicalCommunityCollege. TheyliveinMillsboro.

Spacious Condo, Gorgeously decorated with Breathtaking views from this unique find in the popular private community of Sea Colony. This beautifully remodeled PENTHOUSE suite has plenty of room featuring a primary suite with en suite bathroom, a spacious 2nd bedroom , a private den for sleeping or lounging and a spiral staircase leading to an open 2nd floor loft overlooking the living room. This 2 bedroom, den, loft, 2 bath home boasts a fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops, updated appliances, premium luxury vinyl flooring in the living room, dining room, kitchen and hallways. Sea Colony is a gated private community with amenities including a half mile of private beach, 12 heated pools (2 indoor), New 25 person Hot Tub, 6 indoor and 14 Har-Tru outdoor tennis courts, pickleball courts, state of the art fitness center, exercise room, walking paths, bike paths, lakes, ponds and community tram/shuttle services. This gem of a property will not last! Accepting bids. Great rental property with repeat guests or keep it all to yourself to enjoy. Don't miss out on this one!

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SelbyvilleTownAdministratorStacey Longwasrecentlyhonoredforher20th yearintownadministration.

SouthCoastalVillageVolunteers willholdits“SayYestoMagic” fundraiseronOct.6,celebratingthe magicoftheSouthCoastalVillage VolunteersattheDickensParlour Theatre.Theorganization’sfirstinpersonfund-raisingeventwillsupport itseffortstoenableoldermembersof thecommunitytoliveindependently.

Theeveningwillbeginat5:30 p.m.,withdrinksanddinnerprovided bytheGoodEarthMarketwithinthe DickensParlourTheatre.Following dinnerservice,guestswillbeentertainedintheDickensParlourTheatre withaspecialmagicshow.Afterthe magicshow,dessertwillbeservedin thediningroom,concludingthe evening.Therewillalsobeasilent auctionanda50/50.

“Thisissuretobeawonderful eveningwithgreatfoodandentertainment,alltosupportthemissionof ourVillage,”saidKathyGreen,South CoastalVillageVolunteersDevelopmentTeammember.

Ticketscost$125each,andattendanceislimitedto100patrons.Sponsorships,someincludingtickets,are alsoavailable.Fordetailedinformationortopurchaseticketsoraspon-

sorship,gotothewebsiteat www.southcoastalvillagevolunteers.org

SouthCoastalVillageVolunteers (SCVV),whichbeganoperatingin 2021,servesthecommunitiesof BethanyBeach,Millville,OceanView andSouthBethanybyprovidingupto 25volunteerhoursofservicemonthly tomembers.

Theyarealwayslookingtoenlist newmembersandnewvolunteersto expandservices.Memberscanget helpwithtransportationformedical andpersonalappointments,grocery (andother)shopping,household chores,pets,andtechnology.Volunteerscanchoosetodowhattheywant todoandwhentheywanttodoit. Theyoffersocialandeducational gatheringsforbothmembersandvolunteersonaregularbasis.

SCVV’sofficeat32WestAvenue inOceanViewisnowopenMonday throughFridayfrom10a.m.to2p.m. SouthCoastalVillageVolunteersisa branchofVillageVolunteersof Lewes,a501(c)(3)non-profit.The websiteofferscompleteinformation ontheorganization,orcall(302)5001281.

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TourdeFriends bikescavengerhunt plannedatCape HenlopenonOct.2

SussexCounty—andCapeHenlopenStatePark—areincreasingly bicyclefriendly.

“Weseemoreandmorefamilies andgroupsridingtogetheronthe trailsandbikepaths,”FriendsofCape HenlopenStateParkrepresentatives said.

Inrecognitionofthat,theFriends ofCapeHenlopenStateParkhave createdabike-relatedfundraising eventthatwillbeheldonSunday,Oct 2.Theevent,calledtheTourde Friends,isabicycle-focusedscavenger hunt,opentoindividuals,familiesand teamsofallages.Pr izeswillbe awardedtocyclistswhocompletethe huntandcorrectlyidentifyallofthe itemstobescavenged.Amongthe swagthatwillbeprovidedtoallregisteredparticipantswillbeacommemorativeinauguralTourdeFriends T-shirt.

Inadditiontothescavengerhunt, DelDOT,SussexCyclists,andother organizationsandlocalbikeshopswill beonhandtoconductabikerodeo forchildrenages4to13,hands-on workshopsonbicyclesafetyandbasic bikerepair/maintenance,andother funactivitiesforthewholefamily.

SLCrookedHammockisthepremier foodandbeveragesponsorforthisinauguraleventandwillprovidea luncheon/after-partyand“backyard games”followingtheconclusionof thescavengerhunt.

TheTourdeFriendsisarain-orshineevent.Participantsshouldarrive andcheckinattheHawkWatch Pavilionstartingat8a.m.TheScavengerHuntwillstartat9a.m.and endat11a.m.CrookedHammock willbeservingfoodanddrinksfrom 11:30a.m.to1p.m.

Participantswillneedtobringtheir ownbikes,andhelmetsaremandatory forallparticipantsyoungerthan18.

Incaseofinclementweather,a limitedselectionoffungamesand eventswillbeheldintheOfficer’s Club,followedbylunchprovidedby CrookedHammock.

RegistrationfeesfortheTourde

Friendsare:$35forindividuals,$60 forfamilygroupsofuptofourparticipantsand$10foreachextrafamily member,uptoamaximumofeight for$100.

Totalparticipationislimitedto 150bikeriders,andadvanceregistrationisrequired.

Participantsmustpre-registerat https://www.friendsofcapehenlopen.or g/tour-de-friends-info.html.The Friendswebsiteacceptsallmajor creditanddebitcards,aswellasPayPal.

FogertybringsfamilyandyearsofhitstoFreemanArtsPavilion

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Sowell-attendedwastheJohn FogertyconcertattheFreemanArts Pavilionthatguestsarrivinginthefinal half-hourbeforetheopeningactbegan at7p.m.weredirectedtoparkabouta mileaway,tobetransportedtothe venuebyschoolbus.

Buttheminorinconveniencewas wellworthanearly90-minuteconcert —partofTravelin’BandTour—on Saturday,Sept.10,withsomeofthe finestguitarplayinginthebusiness,by Fogertyandhissons,ShaneandTyler, who openedforhimwiththeirrock bankHeartyHar,plusanoutstanding band—keyboardistBobMalone,saxophonistRobStoneanddrummerKenny Aronoff.

Now77,butenergeticthroughout theshow,Fogerty,aprolificsongwriter, hadmanyofhisfansoutoftheirseats, dancinginthegrassattheoutdoor venueandsingingalongtohitsincluding“Who’llStoptheRain?”“Rockand RollGirls,”“HeyTonight,”“Lookin’ OutMyBackDoor”andatenderlove songhewroteforhiswife.

Switchingfromguitartoguitarand playingharmonica,hebroughtback memoriesfromthe1960s,when,for fouryears,heplayedwithCredence

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mostpopularhits,“Centerfield,”known forthecatchylyrics“Oh,putmein, coach,I’mreadytoplaytoday.Putmein coach,I’mreadytoplaytoday.Lookat me,Icanbecenterfield.”

ItwasoriginallyreleasedinMarch 1985astheothersideofthesingle record“RockandRollGirls.”

Fogertyhassaidhewasinspiredto writethesongbecausewhenhewas growingup,therewasnoMajorLeague teamontheWestCoast,sohedecided tobeaYankeesfan.YankeeJoeDiMaggioplayedcenterfield—andwasborn intheBayAreaofCalifornia.

TalkingtotheaudienceatFreeman, Fogertysaidhewasinaforlornstateof mind, afterhisgirlfriendlefthimand hisdogbithim,andgaveawaytheguitarhewasholdingtoalittleboywho asked.Afterward,hewassorryhe’d donethat,butmorethan40yearslater, hiswife,Julie,whomhemarriedin 1991,trackeditdownandputitunder theChristmastreeforhim.

Hewrote“Who’llStoptheRain”on thatguitar,hesaid,launchingintothe song.

Wearingjeans,adenimshirtandred kerchiefaroundhisneck,Fogertycasuallytalkedtofans,tellingthemthey might havenoticedafamilyresem-

ClearwaterRevival,togetherfrom1967 to1972,thencontinuedfordecadesafterward.

Holdinghisiconicguitar“Slugger,” shapedlikeabaseballbatandcraftedby PhilipKubicki,Fogertysangoneofhis

CoastalPoint•SusanCanfora JohnFogertyonstageattheFreemanArtsPavilion.

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blancebetweenhimandsomeofthe bandmembers,andthatwasbecausehe wasplayingwithhissons.

ShaneFogertyrecentlygotmarried, andFogertyandJuliehavebeenmarried31years,hesaid,introducingthe lovesonghewroteforher,“JoyofMy

Life.”

Withadrumbearinghisnamebehindhim,andlargelavalampsoneach side,Fogerty—listedasNo.40on RollingStonemagazine’slistof100 GreatestGuitarists(JimiHendrixwas No.1,namedGreatestGuitarPlayerin History)—continued,singing“IHeard It ThroughtheGrapevine,”“Runtothe Jungle”and“HaveYouEverSeenthe Rain,”precedingthelastsongbysaying

hisdaughter,Kelsey,isawayatcollege, “andIsuredomissher.”

“Kelseyisarainbowinmylife,and thissonghasarainbowinit,”hesaid.

Afteranhourand15minutes,he wavedtotheaudience,yelledabrief thanksandwalkedoffastagethatwent dark,promptinghundredsofpeopleto gettotheirfeetyelling,“Comeback! More!More!”

Andhedid,torousingapplause.

“ Wehaveacouplemoreforyou,”he said,performing“ProudMary”and “BadMoonRising”astheaudience, signingalong,sentachorusofthelyrics upintothenightsky.

“Godblessyouall.Thankyoufor that,”Fogertytoldtheaudience.

“Ifeelgood.Ifeelgreat.Ihavethe bestjobinthewholeworld,becauseI gettoplayforpeoplewhoarehavinga goodtime,likeyou.”

LocalstudentsnamedtoSNHUPresident’sList

SouthernNewHampshireUniversity(SNHU)recentlyannouncedthat twolocalstudentshavebeennamedto theSummer2022President’sList.The summertermsrunfromMaytoAugust. Full-timeundergraduatestudentswho haveearnedaminimumgrade-pointaverageof3.700andaboveforthereportingtermarenamedtothePresident’s List.Full-timestatusisachievedby earning12creditsovereach16-week termorpairedeight-weekterms groupedinfall,winter/spring,andsummer

LocalstudentsnamedtothePresident’sListincluded:

•EricThensofMillsboroand •MichaelBruetteofSelbyville.

SouthernNewHampshireUniversityisaprivate,nonprofitinstitution nowservingmorethan165,000learners worldwide.SNHUoffersapproximately 200accreditedundergraduate,graduate andcertificateprograms,availableonlineandonits300-acrecampusin Manchester,N.H.Learnmoreat www.snhu.edu.

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ShakaShackwillholditsthirdyearAnniversaryCelebrationonFriday,Sept.23,throughSunday,Sept. 25.Forthecelebrationweekend, ShakaShackwillbeopen11a.m. until8p.m.FridayandSaturday,and 11a.m.until7p.m.onSunday.

ShakaShackwasfirstopenedSept. 19,2019byClayReynolds.

FortheAnniversaryCelebration weekend,ShakaShackwillhavefood specials,drawings,giveawaysand coupons,plusfreeShakaShackair freshenerswith$10ormorepurchased.

WhythenameShaka?

“Shakaisahandgestureinwhich thethumbandlittlefingerareextendedoutwardfromaclosedfist,” representativesexplained.“Itisusedas agreetingortoexpressapproval,soli-

darityandmore.Inthe1960s,surfers adoptedtheShakasignfromHawaiians,andithasspreadaroundthe world.Itispartofthesurfculture.”

“IfyouknowReynolds,youknow heisamanoffewwordsandanavid surfer.TheShakarepresentsthepositive,laid-backvibeheexpels,”they added.

ShakaShackwasdesignedtooffer deliciouslocalfarethathungrysurfers canafford.Therecipesarefamily recipesandaretime-tested.Shaka Shackisatake-outrestaurant,butpatronsarewelcometodineoutsideon ShakaShack’spicnictables,whichare locatedonasandybeach-likeground. Patronscantakeaselfienexttooneof thecustom-madedecorativesurfboards.Patronscanevenplayagame ofcornholewhilediningorsippingon

theirfavoritesmoothie.

Forthosewithalargegroupof surfersorgromscomingovertochow down,ShakaShackcanpreparelarge amountsofgrubforaparty.Shaka Shack’sPartyMenuconsistsoflargersizequantitiesofitems,andsome itemsarenotontheregularmenu.

ManyoftherecipesReynoldsuses werepasseddownfromhisgrandparents.Hismaternalgrandparents,MargaretandSanfordJustice,intheearly 1970sstartedPitchcroftRestaurant onSmithIsland,Ewell,Md.Shaka Shack’smenuincludesEasternShore recipesfromhisgrandparents’restaurant,includingSmithIslandcake.

Reynoldspaternalgrandparents, fromLaurel,Del.,werealso“excellent cooks,”andtheirrecipeshavebeen passeddown,too.Reynoldssticksto

traditionalEasternShorecooking,includingallthemainseafoodstaples, suchascrabcakes,softshellcrabs, shrimpandfish,butalsoputshisown modernspinonmanyofthedishes, suchashisfishandshrimptacosand variouswraps.

TheSmithIslandcakesareall madeon-premisesfromthesame recipeReynolds’grandmotherused. Theyareeightandninethinlayersof cakebetweenlayersoficing—traditionally,yellowcakewithchocolate fudgeicing.TheSmithIslandcakeis Maryland’sofficialstatedessert.

SmithIslandcakedatesbacktothe 1800s.Islandwomenwouldsendthe multi-layeredcakewiththewatermen husbandsfortheirautumnoysterharvest.Theoriginsofthecakeareupfor debate.ShakaShackoffersmany otherflavorsofcakesandicings,by thesliceorwholecake.

ShakaShackhasseveralSmithIslandcakesavailableforgrab-and-go butalsodoescustomorderswithnotice,aswellasofferingcakeballs.

Homemadecandiesareofferedforthe holidays,andpatronshavetheoption oforderingmanyseasonalsweets throughouttheyear.

ShakaShackoffersdailyspecials, whichtheypostontheirFacebook page,orpeoplecanalsocallforthose.

Orderscanalsobeplacedonlinewith theCloverApporDoorDashdelivery.

ShakaShackopensat11a.m.The addressis35308AtlanticAvenue, Millville,nexttoPr icklyGalBoutique &SurfShop.Formoreinformation, call(302)604-0858,visittheShaka ShackpageonFacebookorwebsiteat www.shakashack.business.site.

Afteratwo-yearpause,Delaware Shakespeare’sCommunityTourisreturningwithanewSpanish-English musical,“TwelfthNight,OLoQue Quieras.”TheworldpremiereadaptationofShakespeare’sromanticcomedy “TwelfthNight,orWhatYouWill”is co-writtenbyLizFiliosandTanaquil Márquez,withcontributionsbyRobi Hager,PatricioHidalgoandXimena Violante.

Theproductionwilltourthestate andneighboringlocationsfromSept. 29throughOct.23,offeringfreeperformanceshostedbyorganizations, suchascommunitycenters,libraries, youthdetentionfacilitiesandre-entry programs.Thisyear’stourhasaspecial focusingonservingLatinxandHispanicaudiencesinDelaware.

ThestoryisreimaginedbyFilios andMárqueztoexploreimmigration. Intheproduction,VioletaandSebastian,twinsfromVenezuela,areseparatedinashipwreckandmustfind theirwayinIllyria,alandsomewhat similartoacontemporaryUnited States.Themusicalaimstocelebrate thestoriesofLatinximmigrantsand askpeoplewhattheycandotocreate moreequitableconditionsforpeople seekingabetterlifeontheseshores.

FiliosappearedinCommunityTour

productionsof“AsYouLikeIt”and “TheMerchantofVenice”in2017and 2018.Shewasoriginallycommissionedin2019towriteamusical adaptationof“TwelfthNight.”Knowingthatlong-timetourpartnersLatin AmericanCommunityCenterand GrovesAdultHighSchoolhadsignificantSpanish-speakingpopulations, Filiosproposedincludingbilingualelementsinthemusical.

“It’sanhonortowriteamusicalfor theincredibleaudiencesoftheCommunityTour,”saidFilios.“Asanartist, youalwaysaskyourself,‘Whytellthis storynow?’Exploring‘TwelfthNight’ throughthelensofimmigrationgavea clearanswertothatquestion.Ihope Latinxaudienceswillfeelseen,and otheraudienceswillgetaviewintoa worldotherthantheirown.”

Márquezjoinedthecreativeteamas co-writeranddirector.Whenthe COVID-19pandemicpausedplans fora2020production,Márquezand Filioswereabletofurtherdevelopthe musicalandrefinetheirfocus.

“Astheworldshiftedin2020and challengestosystemicracismwere voicedlouderandlouder,itbecame clearertoLizandIthatthisjust couldn’tbeanadaptationthatreferencedimmigration.Ithadtobeacall

forimmigrantjustice,”saidMárquez. “Wehopeaudienceswillseethisproduction,thatisgroundedinloveand joyandbeautifulmusic,andwantto takeactiontoimprovethelivesofimmigrantsintheU.S.”

DelShakeshasscheduled16free full-lengthperformancesatvenuesin allthreeofDelaware’scounties:

•Sept.29,6p.m.—ASPIRA Academy,Newark

•Sept.30,6p.m.—LatinAmericanCommunityCenter,Wilmington

•Oct.2,1p.m.—WilliamC. LewisDualLanguageElementary School,Wilmington

•Oct.4,6p.m.—DelawareState University,Dover

•Oct.5,3:30p.m.—Hermanitas (KennettSquare,Pa.)(notopentothe public)

•Oct.6,12noon.—Stevenson HouseDetentionCenter,Milford(not opentothepublic)

•Oct.8,1p.m.—Georgetown PublicLibrary

•Oct.9,2p.m.—Universityof Delaware,Newark

•Oct.11,4p.m.—Kingswood CommunityCenter,Wilmington

•Oct.12,6p.m.—Wilmington PublicLibrary

•Oct.13,noon—TheChallenge

Program+ProjectNewStart,Wilmington

•Oct.14,3:30p.m.—SeafordDistrictLibrary

•Oct.15,1p.m.—MilfordPublic Library

•Oct.18and20,5:30p.m.— GrovesAdultHighSchool(RedClay) •Oct.21,7p.m.—CAMPRehoboth(RehobothBeach)

TheCommunityTourcloseswith twoticketedperformancesatthe SiegelJCC,101GardenofEdenRd., Wilmington,onOct.22at8p.m.and Oct.23at2p.m.

“TwelfthNight,OLoQue Quieras”isdirectedbyTanaquil MárquezandstarsDelShakesArtistic SquadmemberIzzySazakasVioleta. Sazakhasbeeninvolvedwiththedevelopmentofthemusicalsince2020, includingaconcertthisspringinRodneySquare.

“Aftertwoyears,itwaswonderful seeingaudiencesatRodneySquarerespondsojoyfullytothemusic,”said Sazak.“PlayingVioletahasmeantso muchtome.Ican’twaittoconnect withcommunitymembersasweshare thisstoryofhopeandjustice.”

SazakisjoinedinthecastbySyd-

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Howtofindpeacewithfoodandleavedietingbehind

ByTracyDesjardins SpecialtotheCoastalPoint

Youmaybe“dieting”andnoteven realizeit.Check-inwiththefollowing questions:

Areyou:

•Livingwithcertainself-imposed “foodrules,”likelow-carborfat-free?

•Dreadingupcomingholidaysbecauseyoufearlossofcontrol?

•Reschedulingyourannualphysical untilyou“losetheweight”?

•Eatingfoodsthatarenottrulysatisfying,thenexperiencingabinge?

•Continually“fallingoffthewagon” ontheweekends?

•Startingyour“eatingplan”over eachMondaymorningafterindulging?

•Tryingtocontrolyourportionsby obsessing,weighingandmeasuring?

•Believingthatyouare“good”or “bad”basedonsomethingyouate?

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neyBanks,NewtonBuchanan,Paul Harrold,JeredMcLenigan,DanielL, Melo,TaiVerley,XimenaViolanteand JustinYoder.BuchananandVerleyare returningCommunityTouractors.Violantehasalsobeeninvolvedfromthe

•Gettingcaughtupinthemedia hypeabout“whatworks”forweight loss?

Andthelistgoeson.Ifyoucan identifywithevenoneoftheabove points,then,myfriend,youaredieting. Simplystated,dietingdoesnotjust meanfollowingsomepopular,commercialplan(although,yes,that,of course,isadiet).Ifyouaretryingto followthroughwithyourownsetof foodrules,restrictions,andcontrolthat isleavingyoudefeatedandfrustrated, youaredieting.

However,ifyoufeelasenseofpowerlessnessoverthisrelationshipyou havewithfood,Iamheretotellyou thatitisnotyourfault.Wehavebeen conditionedfordecadestofightour weightwiththescale,toharness willpowertohelpussufferthrough eatingboring,tastelessfoodinmousesizedportionsandjudgeourselves

beginningofthepiece’sdevelopment andbringswiththemvaluableknowledgeoftheMexicansonjarochomusicaltradition,whichisreflectedin someofthesongs.McLeniganand Verleyappearthroughthecourtesyof Actors’EquityAssociation,theUnion ofProfessionalActorsandStageManagersintheUnitedStates.

Musicaldirectionisprovidedby

harshlywhenwe“messup”and“eatthe thingwetoldourselveswasofflimits.”

Whathappensthen?Wedustourselvesoff,re-group,andundertakethe samerestrictivetacticsagain,onlyto repeatthesametry,fail,repeattheexperience—allatthegrandpriceofour self-respect,dignityandself-trustwith food.Inessence,wecreateatoxicreferenceforcontrollingfoodtoachieve anoutcomethatimprovesourhealth. Whathappens,frankly,isthatdieting promotesaweight-regainproblem,not asolutiontoweightloss.

Basedoncurrentdatathatindicates a95percentfailurerate,thisiscause forpondering.Toaddtothedreaded phenomenon,thecurrentweight-loss industrycashesinatawhopping$72 billionandgrowing.

Let’sbeclearaboutsomething. Dietsforweightlossdowork,ifthe rulesarefollowedwithalaser-sharp

PeterVitale,whoshareshisexperience asalong-timecompanymemberat TenThousandThingsTheater,the MinneapoliscompanywhoseworkinspiredtheDelShakesCommunity Tour. Limitedticketsareavailablefor eachofthefreepublic“TwelfthNight, OLoQueQuieras”performances,and mustberequestedinadvancebyemail

focus,leadinguptoanendpoint— typicallyaweigh-indate.Manyofus haveachievedthegoldstandard ofour “goalweight,”onlytolandinanemotionallypanickedstate,becauseour truthoftenisthatwehavenoideahow tosustainourtacticsthatledtothesocalled“weightlosssuccess.”

Manytimes,wethenrelapseinto oldfoodhabitsuponthefirstholiday, vacationorSundayfamilydinner,becausewhilewelosttheweight,we didnotlearnanytoolstohelpus keepourresultsandweactuallyintensifiedanalreadydamagedrelationshipwithfoodandourbodies. Weeatinano-holds-barredfashion, withourinnerrebelcelebratinglike wildanimalthathasbeenletoutofa cageforthefirsttime,andyouknow whathappensnext:theweightre-

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toinfo@delshakes.org,

Only125ticketsareavailablefor eachoftwoticketedstudioperformancesatSiegelJCC,pricedat$25,or $18forstudents.Ticketsforthetwo finalstudioperformancesof“Twelfth Night,OLoQueQuieras”areavailableatdelshakes.org.

Formoreinformation,visit delshakes.org.

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FrankfordresidentKendallColeman hasenrolledatJamesMadisonUniversityforthefall2022semester,theuniversityannouncedthisweek.Coleman’s

Food

turns,andwesitinaseaofshame andself-loathing.

Sowhatisthesolution,then,to weightloss,improvinghealthand learningtoeathealthieringeneral?

Itisrathersimple.Stopdieting.

Vowtoendlivinginawarwithfood “rules”andconsideradoptingamindset ofopen“curiosity”withyourfood choices.

Yousee,dietingteachesusto“check out”whenweeat.Todisembodyand followasetofrigidboundarieswith foodthatkeepusinstressmodeinternally.Whenwechoosetoletgoof foodrulesandtakeonanattitudeof “curiosity”withourfood,wethen begintorepairthedamagedrelationshipwitheatingbylearningtopayattentiontoallaspectsoftheeating experience.Thisisbecomingembodied inourrelationshipwithfood.

Thisiswherethehealingopportunitybegins.Howdoesthisfoodchoice makemefeel?HowdoIwanttofeel inmybodyasIlivemylife?Thosetwo

selectedmajoriscomputerscience.

Foundedin1908,JamesMadison Universityisapublicuniversitylocated inVirginia’sShenandoahValley.Stu-

questionshavethewisdomandpower tohelpuseattonourishourselveswith self-loveandcare,notfightingfor weightloss.

Inthismanner,itmakesiteasierto wanttoeatwhole,natural,unprocessedfoodsthatarechockfullof lovingvitamins,mineralsandfiberto helpusfeelbetterfromtheinsideout, ratherthanappeaseanout-of-control palatethathasbeenhijackedwith standardAmericansalt-andsugarladenfoods.

OK—soifyouarethinking,“ButI lovemysweets,orpizza,etc.,”consider thethoughtofsavingyourtreatsfor occasions,ratherthansofrequently. Thatseemslikeareasonable,responsiblegesturethatishealth-promoting, right?Thisisdifferentfromdietingrestrictiverules.Whenweconsider whatvibranthealthlookslikeandfeels liketous,wecanbegintobecuriousas tohowourfoodchoicesreactinour bodiesandmakeusfeel.

Oncewebecomecuriousinour foodchoiceapproach,weareonthe roadtore-wiringourbrainstoconnect withwhatistrulybestforus,onour

dentshaveaccesstoNCAADivisionI athletics.JMUalsohasthehighest post-graduationjoblevelsofallVirginia colleges,representativesnoted.

terms,notsomerestrictiveplanthat theworldsaysweshouldfollow. Whenwestopthewaronfood,we learntoconnectwithourselvesata deeplevelandtakebackourself-trust, uponwhichwecanrelytotrulynourishandsupportusinthemissionof self-care.

It’sfunnyhow,whenwesaynoto dietculture,andyestoourownwisdomandfoodintuition,thosestubborn,excesspoundsthatwefoughtfor decades,begintoshedintheirown timing,revealinganatural,healthy weightthatissustainable.

TracyDesjardinsisaninternational healthcoach,mindbodyeatingcoach,certifiedfitnessprofessionalandspeakerwho specializesinholisticwellnesscoachingfor women,aswellasauthorof“TheDietFreeDiva:5StepstoFreedomWith Food-Body-SelfonYourTrustedandSustainableTerms,”availableonAmazonat https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BDMT 9P6V.Herprofessionalworkiscentered aroundhelpingwomendiscovertheirvery owntransformativestepstofindingsustainablepeacewithfood,bodyandself. Emailherattracyd050770@gmail.com.

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GolfcelebrityDavid FehertypromotingOceanCity

ByMalloryPanuska OceanCityToday

Fromeatingcrabstoridingthe inletFerriswheel,formergolfpro andveteranbroadcasterDavidFehertyrecentlyexperiencedsomeof thepopularattractionsandofferings inOceanCity,Md.

And,prettysoon,membersofthe publicwillbeabletowatchhisjourney.

OceanCityTourismDepartment staffhavebeenworkingwithFeherty topromotetheresort’sgolfindustry throughaseriesofads.Lastweek, OceanCityTourism&BusinessDevelopmentDirectorTomPerlozzo providedanupdateonthecelebrity promoter’stimeinOceanCity.

“Wegotthefirsttakeofthe tourismsideofMr.Feherty,”PerlozzotoldmembersofOceanCity’s TourismCommission.“Itwasreally good.He’seatingcrabsandbeingthe DavidFeherty,funguy.”

Accordinganonlinebiography, FehertyisaNorthernIrelandnative whobecameaprofessionalgolferin 1976.Hespentmostofhiscareer playinginEurope,wherehewonfive timesandfinishedinthetop10 twiceintheEuropeanTour’sOrder ofMerit,placing10thin1989and eighthin1990.In1994and1995, FehertyplayedmainlyonthePGA TourintheU.S.,earningasecondplacefinishatthe1994NewEnglandClassic.

In1997,Fehertyretiredfrom playingandjoinedCBSSportsasan on-coursereporterandgolfanalyst. HisotherworkovertheyearshasincludedcontributingcontenttoGolf magazineandotherpublications,

writingbooks,appearingonradio shows,guest-starringonatelevision showandhostingaprimetimeshow ontheGolfChannel,alongwitha numberofprotours.

In2015,FehertyleftCBSSports toworkforNBCSportsandthe GolfChannelfull-time.InJuly,Fehertymadenationalheadlineswhen heannouncedhewasleavingNBC Sportstojointhebroadcastteamat theSaudiArabia-sponsoredLIV Golf.

Fehertyisknownforhisbigpersonalityandoutspokenapproachto broadcastingandcommentary,andis bringingthatcharactertoseveral videospotspromotingOceanCity’s brand.

Perlozzosaidhesawthefirsttake ofarecently-shot60-secondvideoin whichFehertyisperformingavarietyofactivities,includingridinga bikedowntheOceanCityboardwalk,ridingtheFerriswheelatthe inlet,eatingapileofcrabsand standingatthetopoftheLife-SavingStationMuseumdowntown.

Perlozzosaidthefootagelooks “reallygood”andthathehopesit willhelptheaveragevacationerlearn aboutandbecomeinterestedinthe resort’sgolfindustry,andvice-versa.

“ThewayI’vealwayslookedat this,thegolfindustry,ifyoucould pictureacircle,”Perlozzosaid,“if youcameonabeachvacation,I wantedtosharewithyouhowyou couldcomebackasagolfvacationer. Ifyouwereagolfvacationer,I wantedtosharewithyouhowyouto comebackasatourism,beachvacationer.Wekindofdidthatwith DavidFeherty.”

Selbyvillelibrarytobreakgroundonnewbuilding

OnTuesday,Oct.4,at4p.m.,theSelbyvillePublicLibrarywillbeholdinga groundbreakingceremonyforitsnewbuilding,andeveryonefromthecommunityis beinginvitedtoshareinthemoment.SelbyvillePublicLibraryDirectorKellyKline saidsheisgratefultothecommunityandall thepeoplewhohavebeeninvolvedinthe variouspointsalongthejourneytomakethe newlibrarybuildingareality.

“Wewanttoinvitethecommunitytobe involvedinthismomentbecausethenewlibrarybelongstothem,”Klinesaid.“Thisisa family-friendlyevent,sobringyourkidsand bereadytowatchusbreakground,underthe tent,shovelsinhand!”

Thestartofthenewlibrarybuildinghas beenyearsinthemaking,beginningin2016 withthecompletionofaneedsassessment. Theprojectsinvolvealotofmovingparts, fromrequestingthesupportofthestate CouncilonLibrariestocommunityinvolvementtofundraisingtoarchitecturalplanning,Klinenoted.

“Thisprojectwouldnotbehappening withoutfundingfromthestateofDelaware’s BondBill,andtheAmericanRescuePlan Act(ARPA),whichisafederalprogramdesignedtohelprevitalizecommunitiesafter thepandemic.Furthermore,theseappropriationsallowconstructiontobeginmuch soonerthanoriginallyanticipated.”

SomeofSelbyville’smostprominentorganizationshavestrongrelationshipswith thelibrarythatdatebacktoitsinception, Klinenoted.Thelibraryitselfwasformedin 1932bytheSelbyvilleCommunityCluband initiallyoperatedoutoftheClubRoomof RedMen’sHall.TheSelbyvilleCommunity Clubandthelibrarypartneredonmanyeffortsthroughthedecades,mostfamouslyon YouthArtMonth,whichtransformsthelibraryintoagalleryforSelbyville’syoung artists.

ThelibrarymovedtotheSalemUnited MethodistChurchinthelate1940s.Tothis day,thelibrarystillutilizestheSalem Churchfortheprogramsthataretoobigfor

itsmeetingroom.

Klinewasalsoquicktopointouttherich historyofthelibraryasitrelatestothefamiliesofJohnG.TownsendJr.andDr.Asher CareyandPaulineCarey,whowerebothinstrumentalinthehomingandfurtheringof theSelbyvillePublicLibrarytoitscurrent point.

“Wewouldn’tbeherewithoutthe Townsendfamily,whogavethelibraryaliteralhomeforover50years,aswellasthe Careyfamily,whosegifthelpedthelibraryin itspreviousstageofgrowth20yearsago.The locationofthenewbuildingisalsopartof

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ArenderingofthenewSelbyvillePublicLibrary.

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

TheOceanViewTownCouncilhas purchased4acresoflandatthecornerof MuddyNeckandDoubleBridgesroads, alongtheAssawomanCanal,atacostof $500,000,tocreateanatureparkforthe community.

Fundingcomesfroma$211,747portion oftheTown’sAmericanRescueFundAct awardand$288,253fromaSussexCounty ExcessTransferTaxgrant,TownManager CarolHoucksaid,addingthattheyareboth one-timegrantsourcesandthat“noregular revenuestreamswillbetappedforthepur-

chase.”

ThepropertywassoldtotheTownby RaymondBerzins,trusteeoftheRaymond BerzinsRevocableTrust,andSusanL. Berzins,trusteeoftheSigurdF.Berzins RevocableTrust.Thecouplelivesinthe area.

“TheTownreachedouttoinquireabout theirplansfortheproperty,whichisinthe townlimits,”HoucktoldtheCoastalPoint. “RayBerzinsandfamilyhavedevelopedor soldalotoflandinthearea,includingTidal Walk,whichsitsacrossthestreetfromthis property.Theywerequicklyinterestedin discussingitssaletotheTownforthepurposeofanaturalarea.”

theCareydonation.Thecontributionsfrom thesetwofamiliesendure,andweareso grateful.”

Thenewbuildingwillbeasubstantial

DescribedbyHouckas“apristineand scenicnaturalarea,”thenatureparkwill havearaisedboardwalkwithoverlookareas, walkingtrailsthroughthewoods,educationalkiosks,apicnicarea,parkinglot,and bikeandtrailconnectionstothepark.

“Havingmoreopenspacewithinour communityreceivedstrongsupportduring ourcomprehensive-planningprocess,and theuniqueopportunitiesprovidedbythis locationforoutdoorrecreationandaccessto naturewithinOceanViewmadethedecisiontoacquireitawin-winforourproperty ownersandthelocalenvironment,”Ocean ViewMayorJohnReddingtonstated.

AlthoughtheTownalreadyhasJohn

upgradeforthecommunity,Klinesaid.The meetingroominthecurrentlibraryholds about30people,whereasthenewbuilding willbeabletoaccommodate150peoplefor largeractivitiesandgatherings.Whilemost ofthenewlibrarybuildingprojectiscurrentlyfunded,therearecontinuingoperationalneeds,sofundraisingisanongoing effortasconstructiongetsunderway.The project,whichcanbeviewedonthelibrary’s websiteathttps://www.selbyvillelibrary.org,

WestPark,“Thisnewtownpark…will offerthecommunityaverydifferentstyle, onejustascommittedtoaestheticsand beingagreatpublicspacetobeproudof, butwithagreaterfocustowardtheenjoymentoftheenvironmentsurroundingour area,”Houcksaid.

CouncilmanTomMalysaidthenew parkwill“providemuch-desiredandsafer walkingandexerciseoptionsinasectionof townwhereit’sneeded.”

Aribbon-cuttingwillbescheduled,but completionoftheprojectdependsontown effortstofundthecost.

“Weareworkingonvariousgrants,” Houcksaid.

isexpectedtoopenintheearlywinterof 2023,aslongastherearenounforeseendelays.

Klineandherstaffareformallyinviting thecommunitytoexperiencethemakingof theSelbyvillePublicLibrary’scontinuing historyastheymoveintothenextphaseof growth.Thegroundbreakingceremonyon Oct.4at4p.m.willhappenrainorshine, andrefreshmentswillbeavailableafterward inthelibrarytocelebrate.

NEW LISTING

30 YARDS TO THE BEACH

IN-TOWN

Bethany Beach

Ocean block! Just steps to the beautiful Atlantic Ocean and located in the heart of charming and quaint downtown Bethany. The Purple House” on Atlantic Ave is architecturally sophisticated and the attention to detail throughout the house is impressive. This wonderful retreat offers 7 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, den, open floorplan, gourmet kitchen with breakfast bar, dining area, living room with gas fireplace, multiple decks, outside shower and plenty of parking. Successful rental.

MLS DESU2029172 $3,499,900

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

WATERFRONT

E King St, Fenwick Island

OCEANSIDE! Just 30 yards to the beach. A very spacious home offers a living room with a gas fireplace, an upgraded kitchen with dining area, 3 primary bedrooms with private bathrooms plus an additional 3 guest rooms and 2.5 bathrooms, decks to enjoy the cool ocean breezes, 2 outdoor showers, and your own private pool with a surround deck to enjoy after a long day at the beach. Excellent rental history with $170,360 projected for 2022. Minutes away from Ocean City and Bethany destinations.

MLS DESU2022456 $2,499,900 Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

NEW LISTING

Turtle Walk, Bethany Beach

The ultimate custom-built coastal retreat located in town. This gorgeous home offers a dramatic 2 story living room with a gas fireplace, chef’s kitchen with breakfast bar, dining area, primary bedroom with private bathroom and a den/office or 5th sleeping area. Upstairs is an ensuite with private bathroom, a guest bedroom, guest bathroom and a large bonus room/4th bedroom. Plus, a 3-season room, a large deck, and oversized 2 car garage with a shower.

MLS DESU2023690 $910,000

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

LIKE NEW HOME

NEW PRICE

Bethany Bay, Ocean View

Enjoy mesmerizing water views from almost every room. Fabulous end unit Grand Villa is an impressive home with numerous upgrades throughout offering a stunning living room with a new electric fireplace and easy access to the deck and the 4-season room, a dining room, an upgraded gourmet kitchen, gorgeous primary bedroom with a recently updated bathroom and 2 guest bedrooms with an updated Jack and Jill bathroom. Plus, a garage with storage above and a storage room outside the front door. Conveniently located near the gorgeous beaches, restaurants, and shopping. MLS DESU2028084 $529,900

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

NEW LISTING

Bethany Bay, Ocean View

Well maintained 2nd floor end unit condo with wetland views. Turn-key and ready to move into. Offering 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, kitchen/dining area, living room with electric fireplace, Pergo flooring throughout and screened porch that offers phenomenal sunrises. Plus, a one care garage. Amenity rich community and short drive to the beach.

MLS DESU2028524 $409,900

Call Sondra Connor 302-245-1435

NEW PRICE

Jerry Dr., Ocean View

A beautiful like new home situated on a quiet country lane with no HOA and less than 3 miles to the beach. This impressive home offers a living room with electric fireplace, large country style kitchen with granite, stainless appliances, and dining area, stylish primary bedroom, 2 guest bedrooms, guest bathroom and a large deck. Do not miss out on this great vacation getaway or enjoy living year-round. Great location near golfing, fishing, restaurants, and shopping.

MLS DESU2027860 $399,900

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

CLOSE TO THE BEACH

Bayside, West Fenwick

Lovely coastal home in award-winning community. Well-appointed home offers open floor plan with 4 BR, gorgeous gourmet kitchen, spacious living area, first floor primary suite, office/den or extra sleeping area. Single level living with 2nd floor bonus room/4th bedroom. Beautiful custom back porch & 2 car garage. Bayside is an exceptional community with Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf and fabulous amenities close to the beach.

MLS DESU2024130 $739,900

Call Vickie Binsted 302-542-6253

NEW PRICE

Denton Woods, Ocean View

Well-kept 3 bedroom 2 bath single wide in Denton Woods on your own lot with room to add what you want. Home has updated windows and new carpet. Lovely screen porch with easy Breezy windows added in 2000. Easy to show.

MLS DESU2025238 $225,000

Call Linda Mueller 302-245-0741

Denton Woods, Ocean View

An adorable beach getaway or enjoy living there year-round. This home offers a spacious living room with electric fireplace, kitchen with painted cabinets and dining area, primary bedroom with a private bath on one end of the house and 2 bedrooms and a full bath on the other end. Plus, and amazing screened porch, outside shower and shed.

MLS DESU2022176 $219,900

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

Plantation Park, Near Ocean View

Attention DIY buyers! This home needs your magic touch and vision. Located close to the beach and in a quiet community with public sewer, this could be the home for you! Spacious and roomy floorplan offering a large great room, open kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, an office or 4th sleeping area and a family room. Plus 2 sheds for gardening and beach things, outdoor shower, front and rear decks. Park your boat on your property.

MLS DESU2026660 $174,900

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

Georgetown

You can have it All! Stick built home with hardwood floors. and knotty pine cabinets. Upgraded over time with family room, 2 car garage, patio and shed. 3 bedroom/1.5 baths. New roof, hot water heater, and septic system. Easy to see once pre-approved.

Estate Sale. Only 10 miles to Lewes beach. Only $254,500

MLS DESU2025614

Call Kathy Cramer 302-236-5630

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DelawareBotanicGardensanticipatesarrivaloffall

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Autumn,itseems,bringsaslowingfromthebustleofsummeranda deeperappreciationofnature.

It’stimetotradeafadedT-shirt forawornhoodie,topullupachair closetoanoutdoorfire,pressa marshmallowintotheendofastick andwatchtheflamesdance.

“Everyleafspeaksblisstome, flutteringfromtheautumntree,” EmilyBronteobserved.

“Fallisagreattimeofyeartocelebratetheoutdoorsaftereverybody hasbeencoopedupintheairconditioningallsummer.Wecanget plantsinthegroundandgetthem establishedthroughthewinter months,”StephenPr yceLea,director ofhorticultureattheDelaware BotanicGardens,said.

“Themainplantingwedo throughfallisreplenishmentplantinginthemeadow.Weweresuccessfulingettingseveralgrantsthisyear, sowehavelargetreeplantingprojects.Nativetrees,nativesaplings,will begoingininOctober,”hesaid.

Theywillincludewillows,maples, oaks—amixoftreesnativetothe areathatwillbedenselyplantedon theroadsidebermtocreateahedge-

type,thicketenvironmentthatwill providehabitatsforbirdsandother wildlife,andprotectthegarden.

“Thegardengoesthroughitsfall

stages.Themeadowisspectacularin thefall.Peoplecancomeandsee howwemaintainthegardens,”he said.

Asalifelonggardener,Pr yceLea hasakindofend-of-seasontradi-

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bersandclosefriendswhohadmedical needs.

Longwasprecededindeathbyher mother,PearlDunn;herhusbandof67 years,ChesterMarshallLong;her daughterMarshaLynnPhillips;andher brother,EarlR.Robinson.SheissurvivedbyherdaughterYvonneRickards; sons-in-law,FrankRickardsandC.R. Phillips;hergrandchildrenMelanie Rickards,MariaWilsonandherhusband,Keith,andReneeYoungandher husband,T.J.;aswellasheronly nephew,ClaytonRobinson,andhis wife,DonnaRay;andmanyspecial friendsandfamilymembers.

Afuneralservicewillbeheldat1 p.m.onMonday,Sept.26,2022,atthe FrankfordChapelofMelson’sFuneral Home,43ThatcherStreet,Frankford, Del.,wherefriendsandfamilymay gatherafternoon.Intermentwillbe heldatthePrinceGeorge’sCemeteryin Dagsboro,Del.Condolencescanbesent onlineat www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

GeraldLeeMitchell,77

GeraldLeeMitchell,77,ofDagsboro,Del.,passedawayonSaturday, Sept.10,2022,athishome,aftera longbattlewithcancer.Hewasborn inFrankford,Del.,onFeb.5,1945,to thelateJohnMitchellandHelenRust Mitchell.

MitchellgraduatedfromJohnM. ClaytonHighSchoolin1963,then wentontoreceivehisbachelor’sdegreeinmechanicalengineeringatthe UniversityofDelaware,andsubsequentlyearnedhismaster’sdegreein businessadministrationfromWilliam &Mary.

Heworkedasamechanicalengineerformorethan35years.During thattime,heworkedfortheNorfolk NavyShipyardandThreeMileIsland.

AfterreturninghometoDelaware,he thenownedandoperatedapoultry andgrainfarm.Hewasamemberof thePepperCreekTaxDitchCommittee,aswellasservingasthetreasurer oftheDagsboroRedmensMemorial Cemeteryforthepast20years.

Mitchellissurvivedbyrelatives andcaretakersBillandJillDavisof Millsboro,Del.,aswellasnumerous cousinsandfriends.

Servicesweretobeprivate.Inlieu offlowers,donationscanbemadein Mitchell’smemorytoAccentCare Hospice,220ContinentalDr.Suite 407,Newark,DE19713,ortoAmericanCancerSociety,P.O Box6704, Hagerstown,MD21741.Lettersof condolencemaybesentonlineat www.watsonfh.com.

PatsyLee‘Pat’Murray,87

PatsyLee“Pat”Murray,87,recently passedawayatAtlanticGeneralHospitalinBerlin,Md.Shewasbornin Corinne,W.Va.,toEssieLeeVaught andMargaret(Stover)Vaught.

ShespentmostofherchildhoodlivinginHelen,W.Va.,whereshegraduatedfromMarkTwainHighSchoolin 1952.OnJune24,1955,shemarried JamesCliffordO’Dell,andtothat uniontwochildrenwereborn,Kathy LeeRussellandMichaelJamesO’Dell.

AsthewifeofanAirForcepilot,she livedinseveralU.S.states,aswellasin Europe,affordinghertheopportunity totravelextensively.Shewasastay-athomemotherandcommunityvolunteer untilshere-enteredtheworkforcein 1971, managingstoresforthePhilipsbornchainofclothiers.Shecontinued tomanagestoresintheWashington, D.C.,areathroughoutthe1970sand 1980s.

OnJuly16,1983,shemarriedJames PatrickMurrayinRockville,Md.The couplelivedinPotomac,Md.,untilthey retiredtoWhiteStone,Va.,wherethey volunteeredasdocentsatthehistoric

ChristChurch&Museuminnearby WeemsandattheRappahannockGeneralHospitalinKilmarnock.

Sheenjoyedfashion,goodfood,entertainingandlaughter.Mostofall,she delightedinhergrandchildren,Brett, Matthew,CliffordandTaylor.

Inadditiontoherparents,Murray wasprecededindeathbyherbeloved husband,JamesPatrickMurray.Sheis survivedbytwobrothers,EssieJames VaughtofFortPierce,Fla.,andFrederickVaughtofMechanicsville,Va.; daughterKathy(andJonathan)Russell ofBethanyBeach,Del.;andson, Michael(andTara)O’DellofMcCook, Neb.Shealsoleavesbehindfourgreatgrandchildren;andfiveniecesand nephews.

Amemorialservicewillbeheldin herhonorat11a.m.onSaturday,Oct. 1,2022,attheOceanViewchapelof Melson’sFuneralHome,38040Muddy NeckRoad,OceanView,Del.Condolencescanbesentonlineatwww.melsonfuneralservices.com.

NancyRuthScott,69

NancyRuthScott,69,ofGeorgetown,Del.,letthisworldpeacefullyon Sept.15,2022.ShewasbornonDec. 27,1952.

Shewasalovingmother,grandmother,sisterandfriend.

Scottissurvivedbyherdaughter, StacyWilkins;son,LarryClees;grandchildren,JessicaCaruanaandJohnRoe; andgreat-grandchildrenVictorand EmberRoe;andhersiblingsVeldaJacobs,GaryBeagles,JimmyLoweryand PennyBird.

Acelebrationofherlifewillbeheld privately.

InlieuofflowersthefamilysuggesteddonationsinScott’smemoryto St.Jude’sChildren’sHospital,501St. JudePlace,Memphis,TN38105.Lettersofcondolencemaybesentonlineat www.watsonfh.com.

JerryStansberry,87

JerryStansberry,87,ofRehoboth Beach,Del.,passedawayonFriday, Sept.9,2022,atDelawareHospicein Milford,Del.ShewasbornonAug.15, 1935,inWinston-Salem,N.C.,daughterofthelateJayGilesSmithJr.and Mabel(Wadford)Smith.

Stansberrybuiltalifelongcareerasa masterplumber,owningandoperating anHVAC/plumbingcompanyin NorthernVirginia.Shehadmanyand variedinterestsandhobbies.Sheloved water skiing,footballandpickleball,and allsports.

Aboveall,shewasdevotedwifeand vibrantfriendforthosesheheldmost dear.Lovedbymany,shewillbedeeply andgenuinelymissedbyallwhohave hadthegoodfortunetoknowher.

Standsberryissurvivedbyher spouse,LeslieHegamasterofRehoboth Beach,Del.;herdaughter,Kimberly RavenBarber(andPatrickJ.Walsh)of LongNeck,Del.;hertwinsister,Janet Smith,andherfamily,ofWinstonSalem,N.C.;hergranddaughters, AlexandraSkousesandAnnaC.Skouses;andhergreat-grandsons,Nicolas A.SkousesandNoahJamesCarter.

Amemorialservicewillbeheldon Monday,Oct.24,2022,at11a.m.at EpworthUnitedMethodistChurch, 19285HollandGladeRoad,Rehoboth Beach,Del.,wherefriendsandfamily

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mayvisitbeginningat10a.m.IntermentwillfollowatEpworthMethodist Cemetery,187HenlopenAvenue,RehobothBeach,Del.FinalcarewasentrustedtoParsellFuneralHomes& Crematorium,Atkins-LodgeChapel, Lewes,Del.Inlieuofflowers,thefam-

ilysuggesteddonationsinStansberry’s memorytotheParkinson’sFoundation, athttps://www.parkinson.org/?u.A tributepagehasbeenestablishedon theirwebsite.Herlifememorialwebpageandvirtualguestbookareonlineat www.parsellfuneralhomes.com.

Richard‘Dick’Stevens,81

Richard“Dick”Stevens,81,of Millsboro,Del.,formerlyofHenrietta,

N.Y.,passedawaypeacefullyatBeebe HealthcareinLewes,Del.,onWednesday,Sept.14,2022,inthecompanyof family.HewasborninDansville,N.Y., onJuly12,1941,toVinettaandNormanStevens.

HegraduatedfromDansvilleCentralHighSchoolthenenteredtheU.S. AirForce,stationedatLoringAir ForceBaseinMaine.Whilethere,he beganworkingonhisengineeringde-

gree.AfterleavingtheAirForce,hereturnedtowesternNewYorkandfinishedhisindustrialengineeringdegree atRochesterInstituteofTechnology whileworkingatXerox.

Acceptingamanagementposition withNCRbroughtStevensandhis familytoMillsboro.Thereheobtained hismaster’sdegreefromWilmington University.FollowinghistimeatNCR, hebeganteachingatDelawareTech, movingintoadepartmentchairman position.

Hecoachedandumpiredbaseball withLittleLeague,inhighschooland atSportsattheBeach.HelovedNotre Damesports,theNewYorkYankees andallfootball.Hewasanavidgolfer andplayedwithfamily,theMillsboro SeniorCenterandinTheVillages,Fla.

Hewasatruefamilymanandenjoyedspendingtimewithallhischildrenandgrandchildren.

Inadditiontohisparents,Stevens wasprecededindeathbyhisbrother JamesStevens.Heissurvivedbyhis wife,Sandy(Schmitt)Stevens;three sons,Jeffrey(andGwen),Michael(and Mai)andDavid(andMichelle);and sevengrandchildren,Matthew(and Lauren),Jason,Ryan,Eric,Alison,BaileyandKasey.Heisalsosurvivedby hisbrotherJohnStevensofFt.Lauderdale,Fla.,andmanyniecesand nephews.

Aeulogywilltakeplaceat12:15 p.m.onFriday,Sept.30,2022,followed byaMassofChristianBurialat12:30 p.m.,allatMaryMotherofPeace CatholicChurch,30839Mt.JoyRoad, Millsboro,Del.,wherefriendsand familymaygatherafter11:30a.m.IntermentwillfollowatDelawareVeteransMemorialCemeteryinMillsboro. Inlieuofflowers,thefamilysuggested donationtoTunneltoTowersat https://t2t.org/orWoundedWarriors athttps://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/.

tion.

“Whenyougettothefall,you’re like,‘Whew!Wedidit!’Youlook backonyoursuccessesandhowyou candobetterfornextyear,”hesaid.

“There’sabitofareliefwhenwe getcoolertemperaturesandit’sa goodtimetostartgettingplantsin theground,especiallyinthispartof theworld,becauseinthesummer, 90-degreedaysrestrictwhatyoucan putinthegarden,”hesaid.

Earlierthisyear,inthespring, thousandsofbulbsplantedbyvolunteersflowered.About84,000bulbs wereplanted,andanadditional 60,000willgointothegroundbeginningthisNovember.

Crocus,tulipandgrapehyacinth bulbsbloomedinshadesoflavender,

purple,orangeandblue.Red,white andyellowtulipsopened,andgrape hyacinthsbloomedinpaleblueand brightpurple.

InlateFebruary,Pr yceLeatold theCoastalPointthateveryonewas lookingforwardtoseeingthose bulbsintheirfullgloryandsaidthey werearrangedveryclosetogether, “liningthepathwaysinlargegroups soyougetafeelforsomethingvery natural.”

“Wewantedacolorfulwalkway fromtheWelcomeCenter.Ichose fourorfivetypesofbulbsinlarge numbersandputtheminbold swathsthroughoutthemeadow amongthegrassesthere,”hesaid, praisingvolunteersfortheirdedication.

Currently,therearemorethan100 volunteers,withmoresigningupall thetime.

“Wealwaysneedpeopletogreet

guests,managethesellendofthings ingiftshop,answerquestionsinthe garden,helpusmaintainthegardens,”hesaid.

Togetinvolved,see www.delawaregardens.org.

InOctoberattheGardens,volunteerswillhelpsculptforestcreatures.

“Wewillhavescarecrows,adiscoverytrailthroughoutthewoodland thatwillbefun,”saidPr yceLea,who wasnameddirectorofhorticulture 18monthsagoandwhopronounced the2022season“fantastic.”

“With2022beingpost-pandemic, weareseeinggreatnumbersof guests.Ithasexceededallexpectations.Wehavebeensuccessfulinthe numberofgrantprojects.Wehave moneytospendonplants,andthat bringsopportunitiesfornewandreturningvolunteers,”hesaid.

Severalfalleventsareplanned,includingBacktotheGarden,thean-

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nualdinnerparty,onThursday,Sept. 29.Guestswillgatherinalargetent. Plansforthemuch-anticipated pavilionarenowinthefinaldesign conceptstage,withgroundbreaking expectedaroundtheendoftheyear.

TheGardens’newrestroomshave beennominatedfortheTop10Best RestroomsinAmerica.

“Wearekeenlyawaitingtheresults.Weshouldknowbytheendof themonth.Whatagreataccoladeto berecognizedlikethat,”hesaid.

Pr yceLeadirectseducationalopportunitiesatthegardens,aresponsibilityhesaidheespeciallyenjoys, sincehehasalwayshadafondness forteaching.HewillleadtheFall GardeningforWildlifeMeadow Tours,at2p.m.onOct.1,2,15and 16,discussinggardenmaintenance andplantsthatareessentialforprovidingwildlifewithafoodsource andhabitat.

TheDelawareBotanicGardens willclosefortheseasononSunday, Nov.20,butPr yceLeaandstaffwill stillbethereto“putinnewtrailsand dotheworkthatcan’tbedonewhile weareopentothepublic,”hesaid.

“Wealsohaveabigprojectalong theshoreline.DelDOTisdoingerosion-controlthere,beginninginthe nextcoupleofweeks,toprotectthe shoreline,”hesaid,addingthatrocks andsandwillbeputinplace.

“Inthefall,thetreesarechanging colorsand,alongwiththeplants, theyarebeautiful.Delawarecanbea littledifferentwithdifferentfallcolorscomparedtofarthernorth,”he said.

“Ifwegetcoolertemperatures,we willhaveaspectacularfall.Wehave towaitandseewhathappens.If thereisalong,hot,latesummercolorswon’tbeasmuch.Younever know.It’sallopentoweatherandelements.”

OnSaturday,Oct.8,DeweyBeach willonceagainbepaintedpinkasThe Starboardhoststheirannualraceand fundraiserfortheDelawareBreastCancerCoalition(DBCC),DeweyGoes PinkandtheGugieRun.Lastyear’s eventwasamilestoneofitsown,being the10thannualrace,aswellasthefirst bigracebacksinceCOVID-19.Butthis yearisanothermarkerintheevent’s history:ItistheyearthatTheStarboardwillsurpassthemillion-dollar markinfundraisingforDBCC.

TheStarboard’sSteve“Monty” Montgomerysaid,“WhenAdam [Howard]andIstartedthisevent11 yearsagoasawaytohonormymother andraisemoneyforpeoplefighting breastcancerinDelaware,wehopedit wouldcatchon,butthisisquiteremarkable.”

Partieswithapurposeareawayof lifeatTheStarboard,andthisoneisespeciallysignificant.Aseaofpinkturns outeachyearforthispersonalevent, andit’sdeeplymeaningfultothosewho participate.Almosteveryoneinthe massivecrowdthatpracticallyshuts downDeweyBeachhasaconnectionto someonewhohasfoughtbreastcancer, orisasurvivorthemselves.Lastyear, morethan3,200peopleparticipatedin theevent,andthisyear’seventisselling evenfaster,evenwith3,500tickets available.

“It’sawonderfultimeofyearto comeoutinDeweyBeach,enjoythe easysunshineandtheautumnweather, andmeetupwithlovedonesforatruly beautifulevent,”organizerssaid.

RacetoBenefit theBaystotake placeSept.24

ThefourthannualRacetoBenefitthe Bays,organizedbyfriendsoftheDelaware CenterfortheInlandBays,willkickoff onSaturday,Sept.24,alongtheLewesRehobothCanal.The3-and5-mileraces willbeopentopaddlersof14-footand 12.5-footSUPs,kayaksandsurfskis,with cashprizesupforgrabsineachcategory withaminimumoffiveracers.

Registrationopensat8:30a.m.,and thefirstracewillbeginat9:30a.m. ThroughthegenerosityoftheTownof HenlopenAcres,theraceswillstartand finishattheirtownmarinaat47Tidewaters,HenlopenAcres.Racerswillhead northonthecanaltowardLewes,around buoysplacedatthehalfwaypointforeach race,andthenreturntothefinishlineat themarina.

AllproceedsbenefittheDelaware CenterfortheInlandBays,anonprofit dedicatedtopreserving,protectingand restoringDelaware’sInlandBaysandtheir watershed.

Theentryfeeis$50.Toregister,goto paddleguru.com/races/4thAnnualRacetoBenefittheBays.

Allofthemoneyraisedgoestothe DelawareBreastCancerCoalition,an organizationthathelpspeopleandtheir familiesfightingbreastcancerin Delaware.Keepingallthatmoneylocal, anddirectlybenefitingthecommunity, isofhugeimportancetoMontgomery, hesaid,andDBCCisanorganization hismotherbelievedinaswell.

Crossingthemillion-dollarmarkin fundraisingfortheorganizationbrings anextralayerofrevelrytothisyear,as theracebecomesanotheroneofthe staplesofthefallseasoninDewey Beach,andallowsDBCCtocontinueto providecareandservicestothosefightingbreastcancerinDelaware.

Theracestartspromptlyat11a.m., andthepartygoeson,withfoodfrom BethanyBlues,livemusicandmore.For moreinformation,visithttps://deweygoespink.com/.

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Fromleft,RickHundleyofFocusMultisports,presentsadonationtoCraigNantais, CEOoftheJustinW.JenningsFoundation,andMaryEllenFrecciaNantais,founder oftheJustinW.JenningsFoundation,KathyGreen,executivedirectoroftheJustin W.JenningsFoundation,withErnieFeliciofFocusMultisports,aJustinW.JenningsFoundationdirector.

RaceDirectorsRickHundleyand ErnieFeliciofFocusMultisports— knownfortheCoastalDelawareRunningFestival,BethanyBeachFirstRespondersSportsWeekend,Justin’s BeachHouse5K,BethanyBeachJuly 4thHolidayFirecrackerRun,BethanyFenwickThanksgivingTurkeyTrot,the CoastalResortsGolfClassic,andother entrepreneurialventures—recently madea$33,765.00donationonbehalf ofparticipantsandsponsorsoftheJBH 5KRun/WalktoJustin’sBeachHouse af terasuccessfulMemorialDayweekendrun/walk.

Theyhadalsopreviouslydonatedan additional$2,000fromthe8thAnnual Surfin’SnowmanRun/Walk.

“FocusMultiSportsisan ongoingsupporterofJustin’sBeach House,andwethankthemfortheir generosity!”saidKathyGreen,executive directorofJustin’sBeachHouse. “Openedin2010,Justin’sBeachHouse haswelcomedmorethan250guests whoarestrugglingwithcancer,and theirfamilies,forastayinbeautiful BethanyBeach.Justin’sBeachHouse hasawonderfulgroupofvolunteers, andwethankallofourvolunteersfor theirtimeanddedicationtothe House.”

FormoreinformationaboutJustin’s BeachHousepleasevisitusatjustinjennings.org.

“Wewereproudoftheseeventsin particularbecauseofthefamily-friendly aspectforbothlocalresidentsandthe nationwideparticipantswhoranor walkedMemorialDayweekend.Bythe donationsreceivedandthepositive feedback,Ithinkweaccomplishedthat goal.”saidHundley.

“AtFocusMultisports,RickHundleyandI,alongwithourteamofvolunteersandenthusiasticparticipants,and throughthegenerosityofoursponsors, makeourcommunitybetterthrough philanthropyandhavefunwhiledoing itwithoverapproximately$585,000in donationstodate,”saidFelici.“Ouralliancesstrengthenlocalorganizations andprovideresidentsandbusinesses withaplatformtogiveback—andwe werethrilledtohonortheworkofthe Justin W.JenningsFoundationand Justin’sBeachHouse.”

RegisternowfortheannualThanksgivingDayTurkeyTrotFamily Run/WalkonNov.24atBethanyTurkeyTrot.comandthenextSurfin’ SnowmanRun/WalkonFeb.11,2023, atsurfinsnowman.com.

Delawarewaterfowlandtroutstampwinnerschosen

Twoaccomplishedartistshaveagain wontophonorsinDelaware’sWaterfowl StampandTroutStampartcontests, DNRECofficialsannouncedthisweek.

BestinShowintheDNREC-sponsoredcontestswenttoapaintingofa woodduckinbottomlandswampby

RichardCliftonofMilford,which willgracethe2023/2024DelawareWaterfowlStamp,andtoapaintingofa browntroutbyJeffreyKlinefelterof EtnaGreen,Ind.,tobefeaturedonthe 2023DelawareTroutStamp.

Theannualstampartcompetition

drew13entriesforthe2023/2024 DelawareWaterfowlStampand12entriesforthe2023TroutStamp.TheWaterfowlStampcontestspecifiedthat submittedartworkmustincludethe motifofawoodduckinbottomland swamp.TroutStampartworkentries

coulddepictarainbow,brownorbrook trout.

Asthe2023/2024DelawareWaterfowlStampwinner,Cliftonreceivesa $2,500cashprizeand150artist’sproofs

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NominationsopenforSouthernDelawareTourismAwards

Tourismisa$2.3+billion(and growing)industryinSussexCounty.In fact,morethan16percentofalljobsin thecounty—almost20,000ofthem —aretourismrelated.TourismrevenuesaveseachDelawarehousehold nearly$1,600intaxeseachyear.

“Thisisdefinitelydue,inlargepart, toourfortunategeographicallocation andourbeautiful5Starbeaches,”representativesofSouthernDelaware Tourismsaid,“butit’salsotheresultof alotofinitiative,creativity,planning andhardworkbythemanypeopleand organizationswhostrivetokeepup withchangingtraveltrendsandtocreateandprovidethetypesofattractions, events,activities,andservicesthatdrive visitorstoSussexCounty.”

Arearesidentsandbusinessesare beingaskedtonominategroupsorindividualswhohavemadesignificant contributionstothetourismindustry inSussexCountybetweenOctober 2021andOctober2022.Nominations mustbecompletedandsubmittedby Friday,Nov.4,tobeconsidered.The winnerswillbeannouncedinDecember.

“Tourismisahugeeconomicengine forSussexCounty,”saidScottThomas, executivedirectorofSouthern DelawareTourism.“Thisisourwayof honoringthosethathavegoneabove

andbeyondtocontributetothe tourismindustryinourarea.Weencourageeveryonetoconsiderwhothey thinkmaybeworthyrecipientsofthese awards,andtonominatethem.”

Pre viousnomineeswhohavenot wonanawardareeligibleforre-nomination.

Thecategoriesandcriteriaforeach are:

(1)BestEvent

Criteria:ThisawardwillbepresentedtoaneventheldinSussex Countyduringtheeligibilityperiod andisbasedonvisitationdraw,uniqueness,out-of-areapromotion,helpingto spotlightSussexCountyasadestination.

(2)BestNewEvent(forfirsttime eventsheldinSussexCounty)

Criteria:Thisawardwillbepresentedtoaneventheldforthefirst timeinSussexCountyduringtheeligibilityperiodandisbasedonvisitationdraw,uniqueness,out-of-area promotion,helpingtospotlightSussex Countyasadestination.

(3)BestAttraction

Criteria:ThisawardwillbepresentedtoatourismattractioninSussex Countyandisbasedonvisitationdraw, tourismeconomicimpacttothecommunity,group-friendliness,collaborationwithaccommodations.

(4)PhilanthropicAward

Criteria:Thisawardwillbepresentedtoanindividual,businessororganizationandisbasedoncontributing toandpromotingthewelfareofthe communitythatmakesSussexCounty abetterplacetovisit.Nomineesshould highlightallrelevantresourcesandassistanceprovidedtomakethecountya betterdestination.

(5)TourismPartneroftheYear Award

Criteria:Thisawardwillbepresentedtoanindividual,businessororganizationandwillbebasedon collaborativeeffortsworkingwith SouthernDelaware Tourismand/or ChambersofCommerceinSussex County.Nomineesshouldhighlight sharedresourcesusedtodevelop tourismproducts,servicesorattractions.

The2021recipientsoftheannual awardsincluded:

·PioneerAward—WinterDelmarvaDogfishBirdINNgWeekends

·PerseveranceAward—Ashley Houdbert—VisitRehoboth/Visit Lewes

·PivotAward—FreemanArts Pavilion

·PhilanthropicAward—Rehoboth BeachMainStreetInc.

· TourismPartneroftheYear—

DelawareSeaGrantCollegeProgram/ UniversityofDelaware

Pastrecipientsoftheannualaward alsoincludeVietnamVeteransMemorialMovingWall,theAmericanLegionFamilyofPost17,Lewes;Cinema ArtTheater,RehobothBeachFilmSociety;SouthernDelawareWine,Food &MusicFestival;DelawareBeachLife magazine;MidAtlanticSeaGlass& CoastalArtsFestival;Fire&IceFestival;LadybugMusicFestival;Freeman Stage;Delaware StateParks;Dogfish Dash;WinterWonderfest;Lefty’s Alley&Eats;DelawareBeachBook; ReturnDay;FirstAnnualBooBQue bytheSea;CapeHenlopenState Park’sGordonsPondTrail&Junction andBreakwaterTrail;WesternSussex TourismCommittee;TheFreeman StageatBayside;NassauValleyVineyards;theAppleScrappleFestival; DogfishHeadBreweryTours;theRehobothBeachFilmFestival;theLewes MaritimeHistoryTrail;theOceanto BayBikeTour;EatingRehoboth WalkingFoodTours;andTheSea WitchHalloween&Fiddlers’Festival.

Nominationformsandinstructions forthe2022SouthernDelaware TourismAwardscanbeobtainedat www.VisitSouthernDelaware.com/tour ism-award-nomination,orbycalling (302)856-1818.

NanticokePowwowbringstraditionstoHudsonFields

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

DuringtheinvocationattheNanticokeIndianTribe’s44thAnnualPowwow,TheOneWhoCreateswasasked to“walkwithusandletusspreadgood medicinewhereverwego.”

Nodoubtthatprayerwasanswered, asSaturday,Sept.10,thefirstdayofthe weekend-longevent,waspleasantand warmwithanatmosphereoffriendlinessandcourtesy.

“TheCreatorblesseduswithabeautifulday,”announcerKeithColstontold thecrowdgatheredaroundthearena, waiting forthedancers’strikinggrand entry.

“Weareheretocelebrate.Wehave somememorials.Wehavesomehonorings.Letuskeeptherespectlevelatits highest.Thisisaboutkeepingthings positive.

“We’reheretohaveagreattime,but thereisawaytoconductourselves.We trytodowhatwedoinabalancedfashion,andwehopethatyoutrulygeta comprehensionofwhatwedo—not foryoutocomeheretobeentertained, buttobeeducatedandtoseehowwe exhibitourselvesinabeautifulmanner,” he said,remindingeveryonetokeepan eyeoneldersattendingthepowwow, heldatHudsonFieldsinMilton.

“Evenifyoudon’tknowthem,stop andaskiftheyareOKoriftheyneed anything,”Colstonsuggested.

IntroducingtheVictorySong,Colstonexplained,“Itistorememberwe arestillhere,thatwehavesurvived thingsthathavebeendonetoourpeople.”

“Wearenotonlyexisting.Weare thriving,ladiesandgentlemen.Thisis ourVictorySong,”hesaid,asdrummers

Our

CoastalPoint•SusanCanfora KeithAndersoninthedancecircleatthe NanticokeIndianTribe’s44thAnnual Powwow.

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Winners

ofthelimitededitionprintseriesofhis first-placeentry.

Clifton,whoresidesonanhistoric familyfarmintheMilfordarea,near PrimeHookNationalWildlifeRefuge, isanavidhunterandself-taughtwildlife artistwhoworksinacrylics,withwaterfowlamonghisfavoritesubjects.Hehas painted53winningduck/waterfowl stamps,including10DelawareWaterfowlStamps,the1996AustralianDuck Stamp,andthe2007/2008and 2021/2022FederalDuckStamps.

Clifton’sworkhasappearedonmagazinecovers,acommemorativebeerstein, engravedonshotgunsforDucksUnlimited,whichnamedhim2018InternationalArtistoftheYear,andhasbeen displayedatwildlifeartshowsthroughoutthecountry,includingtheSoutheasternWildlifeExpositionandthe EastonWaterfowlFestival.

Asthe2023DelawareTroutStamp winner,Klinefelterreceivesa$250cash prizeandretainstherightstoreproduce andsellprintsofthestampartwork.

Klinefelter,agraduateofIndiana University’sHerronSchoolofArt,has paintedprofessionallyformorethan20 years,andhaswonnumerousstampart contests—includingthreeDelaware WaterfowlStampArtcontestsand sevenDelawareTroutStampArtcontests.Klinefelteralsoreceivedanhonorablementioninthe2023statetrout stampcontestforhispaintingofa brownandrainbowtrout,andanhonorablementioninthe2023/2024waterfowlstampcontest.

Otherwinnerswere,

•2023/2024WaterfowlStamp— secondplace,GuyCrittenden,Richmond,Va.;thirdplace,CalebMetrich, LakeTomahawk,Wisc.Honorable mentions,JeffreyKlinefelter,Etna Green,Ind.;FrankDolphensJr., Omaha,Neb.;andJonathanMilo,Monroe,Conn.

•2023TroutStamp—secondplace, DennisArp,BoxElder,S.D.,rainbow trout;thirdplace,ToryFarris,DoverFoxcroft,Maine,browntrout.Honorablementions,ToryFarris, Dover-Foxcroft,Maine,rainbowtrout; DavidWeaver,Gettysburg,Pa.,brook trout;andJeffreyKlinefelter,Etna Green,Ind.,brownandrainbowtrout.

Artworkineachcontestwasjudged byadifferentsetoffivejudges,with eachjudgeseparatelyevaluatingand scoringtherespectivecontestartworkin person.

Thewinning2023/2024Delaware WaterfowlStampwillbeavailablefor purchaseJuly1,2023,andthewinning 2023DelawareTroutStampwillbe availableforpurchaseJan.1,2023.

Thefishandwildlife division,in partnershipwithDucksUnlimited, startedtheDelawareWaterfowlStamp andprintprogramin1980toraisefunds forwaterfowlconservation,including acquiringandimprovingwetlandhabitatsvitaltothesurvivalofmigratorywaterfowl.Todate,morethan$3.6million hasbeenraised.ADelawareWaterfowl Stampandhuntinglicensearerequired formostwaterfowlhunters.

Delawarebeganrequiringtrout stampsforanglersinthe1950s,anda DelawareTroutStampandageneral fishinglicensearerequiredformostanglerstofishindesignatedtroutwaters duringcertainseasons.Fundsfromthe saleofthestampsareusedtopurchase trouttostockinselectstreamsinnorthernNewCastleCountyandintwo downstateponds.

Delawarehuntingandfishinglicensesalongwithstatewaterfowland troutstampsaresoldonlinethroughthe DNRECe-permittingsystemandbylicenseagentsstatewide.Agentswhosell huntinglicensesalsosell statewaterfowl stampsthatarerequiredinadditiontoa licenseforhuntingducksandgeesein Delaware.Agentswhosellfishinglicensesalsoselltroutstampsrequiredin additiontoalicensetofishfortroutin Delaware.

Powwow

played.

U.S.Sen.TomCarper(D-Del) joinedNanticokeIndianTribeChief NatoshaCarmineinthegrandentry,a processionofdozensofdancerswearing ornate,colorfulcostumes,includingjingledressdancers.Later,hewasintroducedbyCarmine,kissedhercheek then,withasmile,toldtheaudience, “It’snoteverydayIgettokissachief, andit’sgreat.”

Carperannouncedthatstatelawmakershadallocated$750,000infundingtoimprovetheNanticokeIndian MuseuminMillsboro.

“ TheNanticokes—theywerehere first,andwewanttothankthemfor makingtheworldbetter,”Carpersaid, asguestsapplauded.

NanticokeIndianswerefirstcontactedbyCaptainJohnSmithin1608, whenhewasexploringtheChesapeake Bayandsailedupwhatisknowntoday astheNanticokeRiver.Today,thereare about700membersoftheNanticoke IndianTribeAssociationandmorethan 2,000peoplewhocantracetheirheritagebacktothetribe.

Colstonaskedallveteranstowalk into thearena,wheretheywerepaid tribute,includedbyCarper—aU.S. Navyveteran—whomingledwith them,salutingandshakinghands.

Alsolaudedwerewomen,Colston said,who“weretherewhenourmen werehuntingorinbattle”andwho caredforchildren,eldersandmenwhen theyreturnedhome.

Throughoutthegrounds,vendors soldcrafts,includingbracelets,colorful blankets,linenshirtsandpants,stuffed animals,keychains,fingerpuppetsand sage—traditionallyburnedbysome NativeAmericansasaspiritualritualto cleanseapersonorspaceandpromote healingandwisdom.

FoodvendorssoldIndiantacos,as wellasIndianfrybread,cupsofsuccotash,hotdogs,hamburgers,peanuts, frenchfriesandflavoredices.

Childrensattohavetheirfaces paintedandworkedoncrafts.

TheSouthernDelawareStreetRod Associationpresentedacarshow,and therewasaninteractiveexhibitofbirds presentedbytheDelawareMuseumof NaturalHistory&AnimalBehavior andConservationConnections.

Carminetoldthecrowdthegrand entry“makesmeproud,makesmyheart warm”andannouncedthat,nextyear,in hereighthyearaschiefoftheNanticokeTribe,shewillteachthemembershiphowtocarryontraditions.

“It’simportanttoseehistoryinaction,”stateRep.RuthBriggsKing(R37th)toldthecrowd.

“It’sanhonortobewithyouonthis beautifulday.Thisisaboutembracing oursimilarities,becauseweareallone people.”

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FreeWrite— ThroughanagreementbetweenSouthCoastalLibraryandtheRehobothBeachWritersGuild(RBWG),the RBWGwillhostaweeklyFreeWritesession atthelibraryfrom10:30a.m.to12:30p.m. Participants18andolderofallskilllevels willpracticecreativewritinginafriendly andnurturingatmosphere.EachFreeWrite isfacilitatedbyaRBWGmemberwithexperienceinteaching,writingand/orleading suchgroups.Participationisfree,andreg istrationisnotrequired

GuitarConcert— SouthCoastalLibrarywill hostclassically-trainedlocalmusicianDouglasSethforafreeguitarconcertfrom4to 5p.m.Registrationisappreciatedat delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/9257544

AAUWCelebration— TheCoastalGeorgetownbranchoftheAmericanassociationof UniversityWomenwillcelebrateits65thanniversaryatBigFishGrillinRehobothbeach at11a.m.TheguestspeakerwillbeCristi Gillean,t heformerbranchpresident,and currentpresidentofAAUW-Delaware.Inaddition,thebranchwillhonoritsmemberof theyear,andrecognizeallmemberswho havebeeninvolvedfor20yearsormore. Formoreinformationgotogeorgetownde.aauw.net.

LittleLearners— FrankfordPublicLibraryhostsLittleLearnerstorytime everyThursdayat10:30a.m.forages 3-4andtheircaregiverstopromote earlyliteracy.Registrationisrequired, andcanbemadebycalling(302) 7329351.

SuperLearners— FrankfordPublicLibraryhostsstorytimeforages5-7,and theircaregivers,at1p.m.Participants canlistentoastory,doacraftorSTEM project,andengagewithotherchildren. Itisagreatprogramforhomeschool families.Registrationisrequired,and canbemadebycalling(302)732-9351.

AdultCooking— FrankfordPublicLibraryishostingarepresentativefrom theUniversityofDelawareat5:30p.m.

frasix-weekcourseonsettingupyo ur kitchem,basiccookingtechniquesand homeeconomics.Thisisgreatforyoung adultsjuststartingoutaswellasseasonedcookslookingforfreshideas. Registrationisrequired,andcanbe madebycalling(302)732-9351.

September23

GentleYoga— TheSouthCoastalLibraryin BethanyBeachwillofferagentleyogaclass from9to10a.m.MyraStock,acertified 500RYTinstructorandregisteredYogafor Arthritisteacherwillofferthein-person yogaclassforthosewhoh avenotattended oneoftheclassespreviously.Ayogamatis requiredandisnotprovided.Participants arealsobeingencouragedtobringatowel forextracushioning.Registrationislimited at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/9257544 orregisterbyphonebycallingthelibrary. Thelibraryislocatedat43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach.Formoreinformation,call (302)858-5518orvisit www.southcoastal.lib.de.us.

FridayMatinee— FrankfordPublicLibraryhos tsamatineemovieat1p.m. Movieswillbeamixofadult,children andfamilyfilms.Formoreinformation, call(302)732-9351.

September24

TrainsandToys— TheDelawareSeaside RailroadClubisholdingaTrain&ToyShow attheRoxanafirehousefrom9a.m.to2 p.m.Admissionis$6,withchildrenunder 10welcomedfornocharge.Therewillbe operatinglayouts,refreshmentsanddoor prizes.Formoreinformation,callBillZiegler at(302)537-0964orvisitthemonlineat delaw areseasiderailroadclub.com.

Read-InProgram— FrankfordPublicLibraryandLiteracyDelawarewillbe hostingaRead-Inat10a.m.todrawattentiontotheneedforliteracyservices inDelaware.Participantssignuptoread aloudorsilently,in30-minuteincre-

ments.Youcansignupbycalling(302) 732-9351.

SuperSaturday— FrankfordPublicLibraryishostingSuperSaturday,starting atnoon.Thisweekwillbefocusedon makingaMother’sDaycraft.Formore infor mation,visitfrankford.lib.de.usor call(302)732-9351.

September26

AdultPuzzles— SouthCoastalLibraryis hostingaPuzzles&Coloringeventfor adultsfrom10a.m.to5:30p.m.Thereis anadultcoloringstation,alongwithjigsaw puzzles,crosswords,SudokuandWord Finds.Participationisfree,andregistration isnotrequired.

DanceWorkshop— SouthCoastalLibraryis hostingdanceinstructorJohnBrillantesfor afunandinstructionaldanceworkshop from10t o11:30a.m.Duetosocialdis-

tancing,theclassislimitedto20participants,andpatronsarerequiredtobringa partnerandwearleather-soledshoes.Registrationisnotrequired.

ExploringGenealogy— SouthCoastalLibraryishostinghistorianMikeDixonfrom2 to3p.m.ashewalksparticipantsthrough step-by-stepinstructionswithgetting startedonagenealogicalresearchproject. Essentialresearchtechniquesareintroduced,genealogicalrecordsare discussed andresearchfacilitiesareidentified.Thisis ahibridevent,andmaybeattendedvirtually orin-person.Registrationisavailableat delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/9238604

FallontheFarm— FrankfordPublicLibrary isleadingastorytimesessionatParsons’ FarmeveryMondayat11a.m.Therewillbe stories,songsandmore,andisweather-

permitting.Noregistrationisrequired.For moreinformation,call(302)732-9351.

HooksandNeedles— FrankfordPublicLibraryishostingaknittingandcrocheting eventat1p.m.,andalllevelsarewelcometoattend.Thiseventmaycontribute totheBeWellChallengeforSussex CountyLibrarypatrons.Formoreinformation,call(302)732-9351.

September27

GriefSupport— GriefShareisaweeklyseminarandsupportgroupdesignedtohelp peoplerebuildtheirlivesafterlosingaloved one.Thereisnofeeformaterials,andthe groupmeetsatTheRiverChurchinFrankfordeveryTuesdayfrom6:30to8:30p.m. Toregister,visitriveronline.church.

ChixwithStix— SouthCoastalLibraryis hostingJuliafrom11a.m.tonoonfora meetingaboutcrocheting,knittingand needleworking.Allskilllevelsarewel-

come.Registrationisappreciatedat delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/9178190

BookDiscussion— SouthCoastalLibrary is hostingaDeweyReadsBookClubmeeting from2to3p.m.Thisgroupisfornon-fictionreaders.ThismeetingfocusesonRosemarySullivan’s“TheBetrayalofAnne Frank”andcanbeplacedonholdtoday. Registrationisavailable,butnotrequired, onlineat delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/9132562

Zumba!— SouthCoastalLibraryishosting JohannaandLindaforaZumbaclassfrom 4to5p.m.Thereislimitedspace,andparticipantsmustsociallydistance.Registr ation isnotrequired.

PAWSforPeople— FrankfordPublicLibrary willhostPAWSforPeopleat5p.m.,where participantscanreadaloudtoafurry, friendlytherapycompaniontohelpinspirea loveofreading.Registrationisrequired,and youcansignupinperson,onlineatfrankford.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)732-9351.

YogaforBeginners— FrankfordPublicLibrarywillhostasix-weekYogaforBegin-

nerscourseat11a.m.Thedrop-inpriceis $10,oryoucanpay$50for thewhole course.Registrationisavailableatfrankford.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)732-9351.

September28

WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffortputtogetherbyBillMurphytocelebrate patriotismandcelebratetheflag,bymeetingattheBethanyBeachbandstandevery Wednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupportthemilitary,lawenforcementandfirefighterswho serveandprotect.Allarewelcome.

FallBibleStudy— GraceUnitedMethodist ChurchwillhostafallBibles tudy,called “RedSeatotheJordanRiver,”every Wednesdayfrom10a.m.tonoon.Formore information,andtoregister,visitthemonlineatsussexcounty.cbsclass.org.

MarinesMeet— TheFirstStateDetachmentoftheMarineCorpsLeaguemeets onthefourthWednesdayofeachmonthat theOceanCity(Md.)AmericanLegionPost 166on23rdStreetatnoon.AnyMarines andNavyCorpsmenwhohaveservedin theCorps,livinginWorcesterorSussex

Counties,arewelcometojointome et theirfellowveteransandconsiderjoining theorganization.Theirmissioniscommunityservicethroughcamaraderieandvolunteerism.Formoreinformation,call (410)430-7181oremail websergeant@firststatemarines.org.

BabyBookworms— SouthCoastalLibraryis hostingBabyBookwormsStoryTimefrom 10to10:45a.m.forchildrenagesbirthto 2.Participantscanbegintolearnlanguage, social,motorandlisteningskillsthrougha varietyofactivities.Reg istrationisnotrequired.

LittleLearners— SouthCoastalLibraryis hostingLittleLearnersStoryTimefrom11 to11:45a.m.forchildrenages3to5.Participantscanenjoyavarietyofactivitiesdesignedtohelpwithlanguageacquisition andimprovepre-literacyskills.Activities mayincludestories,music,songsandsimplecrafts.Registrationisnotrequired.

RighttoLie— SouthCoastalLibraryishostingDelawareHumanitiesspeakerJoan DelFattorefrom 3to4p.m.foradiscussion aboutlying,andtheConstitutionalrightto lieduringpoliticalcampaigns.Registration isat delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/9210317

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BabyBees— FrankfordPublicLibrarywill hoststorytimeforchildren0-24months everyWednesdayat10:30a.m.Comelisten tostories,songsandengagewithotherbabies.Registrationisrequired,andyoucan signupinperson,onlineat frankford.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)7329351.

PizzaandPaperbacks— FrankfordPublic LibrarywillhostthePizzaandPaperbacks TeenBookClubat5p.m.,abookclubfor teenstosharetheirlatestreadsandeat somepizza.Thisisforages12-18.Registrationisrequired,andyoucansignupin person,onlineatfrankford.lib.de.usorby calling(302)732-9351.

September29

MasonJarCraft— TheSouthCoastalLibraryishostingartistJenellWilleyforafun craftat10a.m.and1p.m.tomakeahangingMasonjar,filledwithaseason al arrangementofflowers.Allmaterialsare provided,andallskilllevelsarewelcome. Registeronlineat delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/9371433 forthe10a.m.session,andthe1p.m. class: delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/9371434

FreeWrite— ThroughanagreementbetweenSouthCoastalLibraryandtheRehobothBeachWritersGuild(RBWG),the RBWGwillhostaweeklyFreeWritesession atthelibraryfrom10:30a.m.to12:30p.m. Participants18andol derofallskilllevels willpracticecreativewritinginafriendly andnurturingatmosphere.EachFreeWrite isfacilitatedbyaRBWGmemberwithexperienceinteaching,writingand/orleading suchgroups.Participationisfree,andregistrationisnotrequired

AppleButter— JoinR.O.O.T.SYouthDevelopmentinmakingapplebutteratSouth CoastalLibraryfrom5to6:30p.m.Elementary-agedchildrenwilllearnhowtofollowa recipe,learnhowtopeel,cutandcorea pples,andseethedifferentstagesofcooking apple-buttercookingdowninacrockpot.

Photograph by Heather Baker Photography

Whatdoseaglass,claydishesandartisansoapshaveincommonwith SmashMouthBurgers,acousticguitar musicbyNormanGaitherandnative plants?TheycanallbefoundatInland BaysGardenCenter’s7thAnnualArts intheGardenonSunday,Oct.9,from 10a.m.to3p.m.(raindate,Oct.10).

Thiscelebrationofautumnnow boastsmorethan20localartists;a photoboothforfamiliesandfriendsdesignedbyAlisonWebb,AIFD;abonsai display;akids’crafttable;andSouthern Delaware’smostextensivecollectionof nativeplants.

Thehighlightofthisyear’seventwill bethecompletionofaparticipatory muralatthegardencreatedbyJohn Donato,tobenefittheCenterforInlandBays.

ArtintheGardenartisansinclude:

•JohnDonato—“Bold,humorous, vibrantprintsthatembodyaunique ‘smileimpact’withhigh-spiritedsubjectslikesurfinghorses,flyingpigsand dinosaursonpogosticks,yoursensesare heldhostagebyoutrageouslyplayful charactersandirresistibleblastsof color.”

•TravisBower—Woodencreations reflectwood’snaturalbeauty,transformedintobowls,vases,candlesticks, traysandmore.

•DeborahBryant—Uniqueone-ofa-kindtabletoppotteryusingboth coastalandearthtones.

•CathyCranfield—Jewelryreflectingtheloveofthebeachandgardening combinedwithabitofwhimsyandfun.

•MarianDowling—Natureand wildlifephotostransformedintonotecards,canvas,andprints.

• JenniferMoon-Child—Scroll-saw cutoutsofbeach,animalandholidaythemedpiecesusingavarietyofwood, includingcherry,walnut,oak,ash,beech andmaple.

•JoyPeterson—Grapevinesilk wreathsadornedwithdriedflowersfor fallandChristmas.

•AlisonSchweiger—Decorative brooches,bowls,baskets,andhanging ornamentsdoneinthetraditionalform ofcoiledbasketryusingpineneedles.

•C-GlassSisters—Framedart pieceswithauthenticseaglasscollected ontheEasternShore.

•KerryStewart—artisanalsoaps createdbyusingherbalandplantinfusionsororganicearthclaysscentedwith 100percentessentialoils.

•GaryStewart—Hardwoodcutting boards,servingtraysandavarietyof hardwoodproductsforthehome.

•DelawareBayClay—Functional ceramicbeach-themeddishes,serving pieces,andflowerpotsfordailylife.

•MargieSamero—Steppingstones madewithauniquemixtureofconcrete andstainedglasstocreatefunctional stepping stoneswithbeachandnature designs.

•GeorgeTodd—Createshiswork outofresinandwood,shapinghis“resin waves”intocharcuteriesboards,cutting

boards,frames, vasesandjewelry.

•SaltTown Candles/Amy ShieldsMuller, SaltTownTrading Co.—“Inspiredby nature’scoastalsurroundings,wecurateluxurious homefragrancesto capturethebeauty ofourregion’s land-andseascape. Ourcleaningredientandethicallysourcedcoconut soycandlesaresustainable,non-toxic, andhand-poured alongtheDelaware coast.”

•KimMcFadden—“Tapestry glasspaintingthe worldwiththecolorsofpeace,love andkindnessreflectedinhanging vasesbasedon beachandnaturethemes.”

•BethWhitman-Pitzer/MoonShell PaperCo.—Creativenotecardsin-

spiredbythebeach,flowersandnative plants.

•RachelPayne—Artworkmadeby andinspiredbynature,usedtocreatea varietyofitems,fromoneofakind printstojewelry.

• BackyardJellies&Jams—Featuringbeachplumjelly,frombeachplums foundalongtheshore,“theperfect gourmetgift,alongwithlocallymade jamsandjelliesguaranteedtopleaseany palate.”

•MaryYeagleyBower—“Handmadetilesthatreflectsimplisticcolors andthediversityofnaturefoundonand aroundourbeaches.”

•ZoeSeavey—BoxesofTangerines isawhimsical,bohemian-stylehandcraftedjewelrycollection.

•TinaCelia—Bringingbackthe old artofframedpressedflowers.

•StoryHillFarm—featureshandraisedall-naturalnon-GMOheritagebreedporkandpasturedeggs,anda varietyofotherlocallysourcedgoods, fromgrass-fedbeefandA2dairyto localhoney.

InlandBaysGardenCenterisopen MondaythroughSaturdayfrom9a.m. to4p.m.,andSundayfrom10a.m.to3 p.m.Formoreinformation,contact SandyDanielsat(302)539-1839or events@inlandbaysgardencenter.com.

Registrationislimitedandrequired,online at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/9329405

LittleLearners— FrankfordPublicLibraryhostsLittleLearnerstorytime everyThursdayat10:30a.m.forages 3-4andtheircaregiverstopromote earlyliteracy.Registrationisrequired, andcanbemadebycalling(302)7329351.

SuperLearners— FrankfordPublicLibraryhostsstorytimeforages5-7,and theircaregivers,at1p.m.Participants canlistentoastory, doacraftorSTEM project,andengagewithotherchildren. Itisagreatprogramforhomeschool families.Registrationisrequired,and canbemadebycalling(302)732-9351.

AdultCooking— FrankfordPublicLibraryishostingarepresentativefrom theUniversityofDelawareat5:30p.m. frasix-weekcourseonsettingupyour kitchem,basiccookingtechniquesand homeeconomics.Thisisgreatforyoung adultsjuststartingoutaswellasseasonedcookslookingforfreshi deas. Registrationisrequired,andcanbe madebycalling(302)732-9351.

September30

GentleYoga— TheSouthCoastalLibraryin BethanyBeachwillofferagentleyogaclass from9to10a.m.MyraStock,acertified 500RYTinstructorandregisteredYogafor Arthritisteacherwillofferthein-person

yogaclassforthosewhohavenotattended oneoftheclassespreviously.Ayogamatis requiredandisnotprovided.Participants arealsobeingencouragedtobringatowel forex tracushioning.Registrationislimited at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/9257545 ,orregisterbyphonebycallingthelibrary. Thelibraryislocatedat43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach.Formoreinformation,call (302)858-5518orvisit www.southcoastal.lib.de.us.

FridayMatinee— FrankfordPublicLibraryhostsamatineemovieat1p.m. Movieswillbeamixofadult,children andfamilyfilms.Formoreinformation, call(302)732-9351.

Sept.30-Oct.1

LoveLifeConference— Mariner’sBethel UnitedMethodistChurchishostingalive streamoftheJoyceMeyersLoveLife Women’sConference.OnFriday,therewill beaChrisTomlinconcertfrom7to9p.m., andSaturdaywillfeaturespeakersand worshipmusicfrom9a.m.to3p.m.There isa$20registrationfee,whichincludes lunch.Toregister,call(302)539-9510or goonlineat marinersbethel.churchcenter.com/registration/events/1406114.

October1

IntheGenes— SponsoredbytheLewes HistoricalSocietyandtheSussexCounty GenealogicalSociety,theGenealogistin ResidenceprogramisonthefirstSaturday ofeachmonthfrom10a.m.to2p.m.in theReadingRoomattheLewesHistory

Museum.MembersoftheSocietywillbe availabletohelpanyonewhohasquestions abouttheirfamilytree.TheLewesHistorical SocietyArchivesFamilyFileswillbeavailableforresearch.Formoreinformation, visitthematscgsdelaware.orgorhistoriclewes. org.

PokerRallye— Justin’sBeachHouse’s Poker,ScrabbleandFunCarRallyIXwill startoffatHookedUpAleHouse&Raw Bar.TherestaurantwillofferaDine&Donatefrom11a.m.to4p.m.Participants canregisterfortheRallyebetween10and 11a.m.atHookedUp,andtherewillbea drivers’meetingat11a.m.Thefirstcaris offat11:15a.m.Thisisrainorshine,and thecostis$30percar.Allproceedsbenefit Justin’sbeachHouse.Formoreinformation,callBobL.at(443)29 9-9125orBob S.at(845)656-5438.

October2

WalkWithMe— EasterSeals’WalkWithMe &FunRunDelmarva2022willtakeplace atBaywoodGreensGolfCourse.Registrationandcheck-intakeplacebetween4and 5p.m.TheFunRunstartsat5p.m.,and thewalkisimmediatelyfollowing.The courserouteisthefirstnineholesofthe golfcourse,whichisa3.2-mileWalk&Fun Run.Formoreinformation,callMissyBaker at(302)221-2078oremail mbaker@esdel.org.

October4

SocratesCafé— BethanyBeachChristian ChurchwillbethelocationforthenextmeetingofSocratesCaféagroupofindividuals fromdifferentbackgroundsthatdiscussphilo-

sophicalideas.Themeetingsarethefirst Tuesdayofeachmonth,from2to3:30p.m. Everyoneiswelcome.Formoreinformation, call537-9440oremail

bonniejd.rae@gmail.com.

GriefSupport— GriefShareisaweekly seminarandsupportgroupdesignedto helppeoplerebuildtheirlivesafterlosinga lovedone. Thereisnofeeformaterials, andthegroupmeetsatTheRiverChurch inFrankfordeveryTuesdayfrom6:30to 8:30p.m.Toregister,visit riveronline.church.

October5

WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffortputtogetherbyBillMurphytocelebrate patriotismandcelebratetheflag,bymeetingattheBethanyBeachbandstandevery Wednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupportthemilitary,lawenforcementandfirefighterswho serveandprotect.Allarewelcome.

FallBibleStudy— GraceUnitedMethodist ChurchwillhostafallBiblestudy,called “RedSeatotheJordanRiver,”every Wednesdayfrom10a.m.tonoon.Formore information,andtoregister,visitthemonlineatsussexcounty.cbsclass.org.

October8

FamilyFunDay— TheSelbyvilleCommunity Clubishostingits2ndAnnualFamilyFun DayatMillvilleBoardwalkfrom11a.m.to4 p.m.Therewillbeminiaturegolf,basketsto raffleandplentyoffamilyfun.Itisanonprofitorganization,andal lproceedsgo backintothecommunityviaserviceproj-

ectsandscholarships.

FallBazaar— St.George’sUnitedMethodist ChurchUnitedMethodistWomenisholding itsFallBazaarandVendorFairfrom8a.m. to2p.m.Therewillbehomemadechicken salad,homemadesoupanddesserts,anda hotdoglunch.Forvendorinformation,contactTaraBowdenat tbowden138@gmail.com.

Chicken&Dumplings— TheBishopville VolunteerFiredepartmentAuxiliarywillbe holdingachicken&dumplingcarryoutfrom noonto2p.m.atthemainstatio n.Thecost is$14foradinnerofchicken,dumplings, greenbeansandsweetpotatoes.Anextra pintofdumplingsisavailablefor$7.Toreserveyourdinner(byOct.3),call(619) 922-9950.

October11

Dine&Donate— FinsAleHouse&RawBar ishostingaDine&DonateforGardeners ByTheSeafrom4to8p.m.A50/50raffle willbeannouncedat8p.m.Formoreinformation,callJacquiMaliziaat(302)3886019oremail jacquelinemalizia@gmail.com.

October12

WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffortputtogetherbyBillMurphytocelebrate patriotismandcelebratetheflag,bymeetingattheBethanyBeachbandstandevery Wednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupportthemilitary,lawenforcementandfirefighterswho serveandprotect.Allarewelcome.

FallBibleStudy— GraceUnitedMethodist ChurchwillhostafallBiblestudy,called “RedSeatotheJordanRiver,”every Wednesdayfrom10a.m.tonoon.Formore information,andtoregister,visitthemonlin eatsussexcounty.cbsclass.org.

GriefSupport— St.Lukeisofferingasixweek,once-a-week,non-denominational griefsupportprogramforanyonewhohas recentlylostaspouse.Theprogram,developedbyHospice,runs90minutespersession,andtakesplaceatSt.Andrewcatholic CenterinOceanCity,Md.Formoreinformation,andtoregister,call(410)2500300.

October13

CommunityClub— TheSelbyvilleCommunityClubiswelcomingnewmembers,and meetsonthesecondThursdayofeach monthatSalemMethodistChurchat1p.m. Formoreinformation,visitselbyvillecommunityclub.orgoremailselbyvillewomensclub@gmail.com.

October15

SelbyvilleMuseum— TheSelbyvilleMuseumisopenforthepubliconthethird SaturdayofeachmonththroughOctober from10a.m.to2p.m.Therearevarious railroadandtownartifactsdatingbackto theearliesttownagriculturaldaysthrough late20thCentury.Policememorabiliais alsoondi splay.Admissionisfree,andthe museumislocatedat6RailroadAvenue. Formoreinformation,visit selbyville.delaware.gov.

October18

GriefSupport— GriefShareisaweekly seminarandsupportgroupdesignedto helppeoplerebuildtheirlivesafterlosinga lovedone.Thereisnofeeformaterials, andthegroupmeetsatTheRiverChurchin FrankfordeveryTuesdayfrom6:30to8:30 p.m.Toregister,visitriveronline.church.

MOAAMeeting— TheMilitaryOfficersssoci ationofAmerica(MOAA)Southern DelawareChaptermeetsonthethirdTuesdayofeachmonthfromJanuarythrough Mary,andSeptemberthroughNovember,at theLewesDineratnoon.Thechapteris opentomenandwomenwhohaveserved orareservingonactivedutyorinoneof thereservecomponentsasacommissioned orwarrantofficerinoneoftheU.S.uniformedservices,aswellassurvivorsofany deceasedindividuals.Formoreinformation, call(301)943-3434.

October19

WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffortputtogetherbyBillMurphytocelebrate patriotismandcelebratetheflag,bymeetingattheBethanyBeachbandstandevery Wednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupportthemilitary,lawenforcementandfirefighterswho serveandprotect.Allarewelcome.

GriefSupport— St.Lukeisofferingasixweek,once-a-week,non-denominational griefsupportprogramforanyonewhohas recentlylostaspouse.Theprogram,developedbyHospice,runs 90minutespersession,andtakesplaceatSt.Andrewcatholic CenterinOceanCity,Md.Formoreinformation,andtoregister,call(410)250-0300.

FallBibleStudy— GraceUnitedMethodist ChurchwillhostafallBiblestudy,called “RedSeatotheJordanRiver,”every Wednesdayfrom10a.m.tonoon.Formore information,andtoregister,visitthemonlineatsussexcounty.cbsclass.org.

ShoreDems— TheShoreDemocrats meetsattheDenatBearTrapDunes clubhousefrom11 a.m.to1:30p.m.This isasocialorganizationthateducates,informsandcreatescamaraderieamong theirmembersthroughmonthlylunch meetingsthatfeatureengagingspeakers. Formoreinformation,visitshoredemocrats.com.

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9:30 p.m. on , WCPB

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Set in turn of the century New York, the premiere of the opera “Intimate Apparel” tells the story of Esther (Kearstin Piper Brown), a lonely, single African American woman who makes her living sewing corsets and ladies’ undergar ments. Seeking love and romance, Esther’s warm affection with an Orthodox Jewish fabric seller is socially taboo, so she embarks on a let ter-writing relationship with a mysterious suitor laboring on the Panama Canal.

SATURDAY

8 p.m. on 6 LIFE Movie: Dying for a Crown Lydia Campbell (Jennifer Titus) and her daughter Elle (Catharine Daddario) have just relocated to Florida from Los Angeles under mysterious circumstances. Lydia is the new assistant prin cipal at Bellview High School where Elle is a senior. Being new to town, both are looking to live a better life and will do anything to achieve it. But as prom season begins, and with Lydia by her side, Elle stops at nothing to gain popularity and become homecoming queen. This 2022 thriller is inspired by true events.

SUNDAY

8 p.m. on _ WMDT Celebrity Jeopardy!

Everyone’s favorite quiz show has reached celebrity status with this series premiere that pairs famous people with answers in the form of questions. We’ll finally get to see just how smart these people are as they compete to win money for their favorite charities. Among the celebrities expected to play: B.J. Novak, Candace Parker, Michael Cera, Ray Romano and Patton Oswalt. Mayim Bialik hosts.

10 p.m. on _ WMDT

The Rookie

You can’t get rid of her that easily. Officer John Nolan (Nathan Fillion) is once again face-to-face with serial killer Rosalind (Annie Wersching) and she wants him to know she’s not done with him yet. Meanwhile, Officers Bradford (Eric Winter)

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and Chen (Melissa O’Neil) work undercover with Detective Lopez (Alyssa Diaz) and the Las Vegas Police Department to arrest leaders of a major criminal enterprise in the Season 5 premiere episode “Double Down.”

MONDAY

10 p.m. on & WBOC NCIS: Hawai’i

You can drive it like you stole it, but don’t actually steal it. The NCIS team’s investigation takes them deep into the world of cars and illegal racing after a Marine Staff Sergeant’s body is discovered in a junkyard. Then, Tennant (Vanessa Lachey) is concerned Alex (Kian Talan) is hiding something from her, and Whistler (Tori Anderson) is anxious about introducing Lucy (Yasmine Al-Bustami) to her coworkers in the new episode “Blind Curves.” Jason Antoon also stars.

10 p.m. on K FOOD Halloween Cookie Challenge

Eating your way through fear is frighteningly delicious. Rosanna Pansino and Jet Tila host this series premiere where, in each episode, five crafty bakers compete to deliver on the ultimate treat and prove their cookie-making skills by decorating decadent and show-stopping Halloween cookie creations for the ultimate prize: the title of Halloween Cookie Champion.

TUESDAY

10 p.m. on _ WMDT

The Rookie: Feds

Niecy Nash-Betts (“Reno 911!”) stars as Simone Clark, the oldest rookie in the FBI Academy in this new crime drama series. You may recall this spinoff was introduced in a two-episode arc on Season 4 of “The Rookie.” In a similar vein to the original, we’ll follow Clark as she navigates her way through the difficulties of the agency. The series also stars Frankie Faison, James Lesure, Felix Solis, Britt Robertson and Kevin Zegers.

10 p.m. on K FOOD Outchef’d

Hosted by Eddie Jackson, this series premiere brings in confident home cooks who think they’re arriving for an audition — but are actually heading right into a head-to-head competition against a world-class chef. These home cooks excel in their own kitchen, but do they have what it takes to succeed against an elite pro in a culinary battle? The home chef has to receive only one vote to win a $5,000 prize. Star chefs competing include Eric Adjepong, Anne Burrell, Maneet Chauhan, Scott Conant and Tiffani Faison.

WEDNESDAY

8 p.m. on , WCPB Rivers of Life

Journey from source to mouth along Africa’s wildest river and travel through awe-inspiring landscapes to discover the spectacular wildlife and fascinating people that thrive along one of Earth’s greatest rivers in the Season 2 premiere episode “Zambezi.” Featuring breathtaking photography, the second round of this landmark series also explores Europe’s Danube River, which travels through more countries than any other river; and North America’s great frozen river, the Yukon.

9 p.m. on _ WMDT Abbott Elementary

When Janine (Quinta Brunson) gets a look at the new charter school down the street, she becomes determined to fix up Abbott and make it just as good. Meanwhile, Gregory (Tyler James Williams) goes out of his way to avoid Barbara (Sheryl Lee Ralph) due to an awkward situation with his personal life, and Ava (Janelle James) takes to the school library to host a “Shark Tank”-style pitch to decide what to do with the rest of the funds from the grant in the new episode “Wrong Delivery.”

THURSDAY

8:30 p.m. on & WBOC Ghosts

One of the breakout hits from last season returns with its Season 2 premiere episode “Spies,” as Samantha (Rose McIver) enlists the Ghosts to help secure a good review from an overly critical couple staying at the B&B. Also, Isaac (Brandon Scott Jones) tries to integrate Nigel (guest star John Hartman) into his friend group and Jay (Utkarsh Ambudkar) struggles with the realities of business — and living with a houseful of ghosts.

9:02 p.m. on % FOX µ WTXF Welcome to Flatch

Aspiring influencer Kelly Mallet (Holmes) and her best friend and cousin Shrub Mallet (Sam Straley) return in the Season 2 premiere of the mockumentary that highlights the happenings in Flatch, Ohio. This season, Emmy-winning actress Jamie Pressly joins the cast as Barb Flatch, a Realtor who returns to her hometown after a messy divorce. She hopes to put the town on the map one margarita at a time. Seann William Scott, Aya Cash and Krystal Smith also star.

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IndianRivergirls’ volleyballstuns top-rankedUrsuline,3-1

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Somethingspecialishappening.

Thegirls’volleyballprogramat IndianRiverHighSchoolisonce againtakingrootasaperennialwinner.Lastyear’s6-9won-lostmark wasamereoddity.

ProofofthatarrivedlastSaturday,whenIRputonascintillating displayofoutstandingindividual andteamvolleyball.

Theystunnedasquadranked amongthestate’stopfiveteams,visitingWilmingtonUrsuline,bya3-1 score.

Twoyearsago,the11-3Indians reachedthestatequarterfinalsbeforebowingtofinalistPaduaAcademy.Thisyear’sgroupisserving noticethatanothertitlerunmaybe intheworks.

Saturday’sverdictwasimpressive, thankstothevarietyofcontributors andtheskillstheydisplayed.

JuniorsetterTaylorConaway contributed37assistsand12digs, whilesenioroutsidehitterCamryn Ehlersexplodedfor20digsand13 kills.SenioroutsidehitterMadison Geppieruptedforateam-leading15 kills,andsenioroutsidehitter/libero MyaMacDonaldadded10digs. AndseniormiddlehitterScarlett Dunn,nottobeoutdone,provided additionalsupportwithher11kills.

“Eachofourplayersshowedup readytoplayonSaturday,”saidIndians’headcoachBrigidWolfgang, inhersecondseasonastheIndians’ benchboss.“MadisonGeppihas workedhardtoimprovehergame physicallywithherapproachandattack,andmentallywithherball placementandadjustingasneeded. Youcanseeitpaidoffinherstats.

“CamrynEhlershadmore touchesthanI’veeverseenasingle playerhaveinfoursets,whetherit wasdigs,kills,assists,savinga shankedballorsendingafreeballto thestrategicallyperfectlocation. TaylorConawaykepttheteammovingoffensivelywithhersets,andshe ransomegreatplaysthatreflected

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Thesoftballexplodedoffthehitter’sbatlikeitwasshotoutofacannon.

Thelargespherediminishedinto agreenishspeckasitsoaredthrough theairanddeepintotheunforgiving gapinright-centerfield.

Thephrase“extrabasehit”wafted througheveryspectator’sbrain.

ButtheIndianRiverIndians’ speedy5-foot-5centerfielderhad otherideas.

Isabelle“Izzy”Wadehasnever metaflyballorlinedrivethatshe didn’tpursuetotheendoftheEarth.

Or,atleasttotheoutfieldfence.

Wademanagedtogetanoutstandingjumponthehard-hitsoftball,andherlegschurnedlikethey werepoweringapistonengine.

Attheabsolutefinalnanosecond beforetheballhittheoutfieldturf, shestretchedoutandmadeamemorablecatchthatearnedherastandingovation.

Thesnarepreventedapotential rallyfromtyingthescore,enabling theIndianstodefeatarearival Seaford,2-0,onMonday,April25, enroutetothe2022DIAAplayoffs.

“Itwasascorelessballgame,and

theyhadrunnersonbase,”said Wade.“IknewthatIhadtocatch theball,oratleastkeepitinfrontof

me,sowecouldgetoutoftheinning.IwasjustgladthatIwasable tohelpourteamsecurethewin.”

“Thecatch”hasbeenrevisitedin numerousconversationsaboutWade afterthetalentedgirls’softballplayer madeherverbalcommitmenttothe UniversityofLy nchburginLynchburg,Va.Wadeistakinghergameto thenextlevelattheNCAADivision IIIschool,whichparticipatesinthe OldDominionAthleticConference (ODAC).

“Iamsothankfulandexcitedto gettheopportunitytoplayatthe collegiatelevel,”saidWade,aresidentofDagsboro.“Yougetthatfeelinglike,‘Ididthis!’It’sanamazing feeling.Notonlyforme,butformy teammateswhoarealsocommitting” tovariouscolleges.

SaraPowellagreedwithWade’s sentiments.TheIndianRivergirls’ softballheadcoachspokeofhow proudsheisofherstartingcenterfielder.

“Herpresenceisknowneverywhereshegoes,andIamconfident thatshewilljumprightinandbea leaderforprogram,”saidcoachPowelloftheLy nchburgHornets.“Izzy hastremendousspeed,aswellasa solidworkethictoimproveevery day.Sheisconfidentinwhosheisas aperson,andwhatshecanbringto thesoftballdiamond.

PowellsaidshebelievesWade “willmakeahugeimpactduringher collegiatecareer.Shehastakenon herroleasaleft-handed[slaphitter] veryseriously,andwillbeahardout thiscomingseason.Weareexcitedto seewhatsheaccomplishesasshefinishesoutherseniorseasonasanIndians’studentathlete.”

Wadecompileda.800fielding percentageforthe2022Indians, making16putoutsandearningSecondTeamAllHenlopenConference honors.Shealsowasatoughoutin thebattingorder,drawingsixwalks andscoring11runs.

Thedefensivestandoutchosethe UniversityofLynchburgbecause “ thelocalareawasfamiliartome, andmyolderbrotherisanalumnus oftheschool,”shenotedofbrother Jordan.“And,theiracademicsand sportsprogramsarecompetitive,” saidtheright-handed-throwing Wade,whowasborninLewes.

WadewasrecruitedbyHornets’ headcoachDawnSimmonsandassistantcoachDestinyMartinez.

“ImetCoachSimmonsabouta yearago,whenIwasplayingata tournamentinVirginia,”saidWade. “Throughouttheyear,Ivisitedtheir school’scampus,attendedcampsand keptherapprisedofmyschedule.

“Iwasabletoexperienceher coachingstyle,”sheadded.“WhenI attendedacampduringthesummer, shewasoneofmyteam’scoachesand

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wasveryencouraging.”

Wade,whoindicatedthatshewill

majorineitherexercisephysiologyor sportsmanagementattheUniversity ofLynchburg,creditedPowellwith pushingandchallenginghertobean outstandingplayerandteammate.

AssistantcoachLaurenIllian“has

workedwithmetodevelopand strengthenmymentalgamesincemy minorleaguedays,”shesaid.IRHS AthleticDirectorToddFuhrmann, shenoted,“workedthroughthepandemictokeepussafeandkeepthe gamesgoing.Healsohelpsus,as athletes,toconditionproperly.”

Wadealsocreditedherparents— hermother,JackieWade,andfather, DaveWade—withalwaysbeing thereforher.

“Whetheritwasextrapractices, havingcatchesinthebackyard,or travelingmostweekendsinthesummertoplayintournaments,they madeithappenwhilemaintaining theirworkschedules,”saidIzzy Wade,whosecareergoalistoenter

theoccupationalphysicaltherapy fieldorsportsmanagementarena. “Theyencouragedmetofollowmy dreamswhilefocusingonmy grades.”

Shealsoisquicktocreditanumberoftravel-teamcoacheswhohave helpedherimprovehergame.

“Ihavehadsomeamazingsupport frommyhittingcoachesandmy TNTDelawareteam,”saidWade, whoalsoplayedgirls’volleyballher firstthreeyearsatIndianRiverHigh School.“CoachesBrianBomhardt, ChrisSmith,DannyDemora,Tom Carey,PatShieldsandGeorge Pechinhavecontinuedtopushmeto growasaplayeranddevelopmybest attributes.”

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK! MADISON GEPPI

Senior / Girls’ Volleyball

The talented senior outside hitter exploded for a team-leading 15 kills to help power the Indian River High School girls’ volleyball team to a stunning 3-1 upset of one of the DIAA’s top teams, Wilmington Ursuline Academy. Geppi, who is also a standout girls’ lacrosse player during the Indian River spring sports season, enabled her team to win the first two matches, 25-22 and 25-23. After Ursuline won the third match 25-21, Geppi’s power game inspired the Indians (3-1) to complete the upset with a 25-19 fourth set triumph.

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GuardiansbytheSea

SCBPlifeguardMcElroytakesownershiponthestand

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Onstrictwatch.Onguard.Onthe stand.Ontheirtoes.

ThatisthejobforaSeaColony BeachPatrollifeguardfrom10a.m.to 6p.m.eachandeverydaythroughOct. 10.

Whilevirtuallyeveryoneelsearound themonthebeachiscavorting,reading, sleeping,talkingorjusttakinginthe magicalsaltair,theGuardiansbythe Seaarereadytospringintoaction.

Evenwhilebeingcordialtothose whoapproachthelifeguardstand,they arealwaysonalert.Evenwhilethey aresippingandchewingforsustenance duringthelongdayatthebeach.

Forthem,thisisnodayatthebeach, someone’slifemaybeindanger.And theyaretheoneswhocanrescueswimmersinneed.

TheCoastalPo intisspotlightingone oftheseGuardiansbytheSeawitha beachlifeguardfeaturestoryeachweek duringthesummerseason.

Inthisjob,youabsolutelyhaveto takeownership.

That’swhySeaColonyBeachPatrollifeguardMarlanMcElroyison thestand.

And,that’swhyhismostchallengingresponsibilityistocontinuouslyscanthewatervisually,andact beforetroublerearsitsdangerous presence.

“Youmustbeabletoanticipate andrecognizethatsomeoneisgettingintotrouble[inthesurf]before itactuallyoccurs,”saidtheresident ofBethanyBeach.“Themostoverlookedpartofwhatweaslifeguards doisgettingcomplacentwhenthings arecalm,becausetheworstmoments canhappenonadime.”

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SpecialtotheCoastalPoint•TaylorBrennan SCBPlifeguardMarlanMcElroyposes foraphotoonthebeach.

totheswimmersthemselves,McElroyadded.

“IrecallonerescueIhadwhen twokidswerestuckinagiantrip current,”herecalled.“Iswamoutto getthemandcarriedthem”backto thebeach,“asiftheyweremyown newbornbabies.”

SeaColonyBeachPatrol

TheSeaColonyBeachPatrol overseeshalfamileofprivate beachesdailyfromtheweekendbeforeMemorialDaytoColumbus DayinOctober.TheSCBPisa UnitedStatesLifeguardAssociation AdvancedCertifiedAgencyconsistingof21guardswhoareeachcertifiedinAmericanRedCross Lifeguarding,CPRfortheProfessionalRescuerandEmergencyMedicalResponse.

Eachofthesixlifeguardstands arelocatedinfrontoftheSea Colonyhigh-risecondominiumsnear BethanyBeach.SCBPlifeguardsrespondtolandandwateremergencies, andtheyprovideinformationand educationabouthazardsinthesun, weatherandocean.SCBPbeachlifeguardstraindailytoprepareforany situationonlandorinwater,and theyconstantlystrivetoexceedtheir highstandardsofopenwatersafety.

McElroyloveshisjob,butheappreciatestheSCBPmembers’camaraderieevenmore.

“Wearedefinitelyafamily,”he said.“Wearethereforeachotherat workandoutsideofwork.Weallrealizethattobealifeguardmeans puttingothersbeforeyourown needs,thatwearealltheretosave livesandpreventpeoplefrominjuringthemselves.”

Theeasiestpartofhisjob,said McElroy,iskeepinghimselfinshape.

“IfIcan’tphysicallyrunorswim, thenIcan’thelpmypatroltokeep livessafe,”hesaid.

HecreditsoneofhisSCBPlieutenants,BaileyNoel,withhavinga significantimpactonhim.

“Lt.Noelliveshislifedoingwhat he’spassionateabout,”saidMcElroy, whowasborninJackson,Miss.“If youdon’tlovewhatyoudo,then you’llhateit.Somanypeoplework tolive,butworkingisn’tliving.”

McElroyearnedabachelor’sdegreefromDeltaStateUniversityin Cleveland,Miss.Heintendstoget intothebestshapeofhislifebefore enteringtheU.S.Navybootcampto jointheSpecialAmphibiousReconnaissanceCorpsman(SARC)program.Afterretiringfromtheservice, heplanstopracticelaw.

ANY OFFSEASON INSTALLATION

THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 WITH MENTION OF

ByJasonFeather StaffReporter

FreshmenBaylieWilliamsonand MeredithWhite,seniorKinsleyHalland juniorMacyBladescombinedtoscore9of theIndians’11goalsinan11-1routofvisitingSeafordonThursday,Sept.15.Itwas thesecondstraightwinfortheIndian RiverHighSchoolfieldhockeyteambeforetheydroppeda5-2decisiontohost LakeForestonTuesday,Sept.20,toeven theirseasonmarkat2-2.

AgainsttheBlueJays,Williamson scoredthreetimesandassistedonanother,

whileHall,BladesandWhiteeachscored twiceforthewinners.Hallalsohadapair ofassists,asdidsophomoreLillyanMerrick.Blades,ReeceForrey,KylieHarrisand KendallMcCabeeachhadoneassist.Jillian CollinsandMadisonNealscoredtheother goalsforIR, whichhelda10-0leadatthe half.

TheIndianscontrolledthegamefrom starttofinishandregisteredninepenalty cornerstoSeaford’s2.

LakeForesthada5-0leadontheIndiansmidwaythroughthefourthquarterbeforeBladesscoredtwiceoffassistsfrom WilliamsonandIsabellaScharp.IRwas creditedwith8shotstotheSpartans’19, andLFhada10-3edgeinpenaltycorners chances.SophomoreJazminMayfield

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made14savesinthegame.

IRwassettotraveltoSussexTechon Thursday,Sept.22,foraHenlopenConferencedivisionalcrossoverbattlewiththe RavensbeforehostingUrsulineAcademy onSaturday,Sept.24.

BoysSoccer

Bird,Illiancontinue toleadIndiansonpitch

ConnorBirdandJordanIllianeach scoredagoalinthefirsthalftoleadtheIndianRiverHighSchoolboys’soccerteam toa2-0winoverSeafordonThursday, Sept.15.

AgainstSeaford,Bird’sgoalcame30 secondsintothecontest,onapassfrom LeonardoChester,whileIllianconnectat 32:45fromYahirPatraca-Carmona.The Indianshad25shotstotheBlueJays’9and hadan8-3edgeincorner-kickchances. KaiKelleymadethreesavestoearnthe win.

BirdandIlliancombinedtoscorefiveof theIndians’sixgoalsinalopsideddefeatof visitingLakeForestonTuesday,Sept.20. Birdfoundthebackofthenetat7:38and againlessthanaminutelater,at8:32,for thefirstofhisthree-goalhattrickagainst theSpartans.Healsoscoredunassistedin thesecondhalf,atthe53rdminute.His firstgoalwasassistedbyChester,whilethe secondwasalsounassisted.

Illianconnectedonhisfirstatthe38th minute,offafeedfromDominicDelaney, beforeaddinghissecondofthecontest unassistedinthe46thminuteofthesecond half.Chesterthengothimselfintothe scoringcolumnwithagoalinthe54th minutefromColeVierstoroundoutthe scoring.

IRhadadecidedadvantageinshotsat 12-3,aswellasincornerkicksat9-0.Kelleyneededtomakejustthreesavestoearn theclean-sheetwin.

TheIndianswillnexthittheroadfor fourstraight,startingwithaHenlopen AthleticConferencedivisionalcrossovertilt withrivalCaesarRodneyonTuesday,Sept. 27.

SVFCgolftourney setforOct.14

atCrippleCreek

TheSelbyvilleVolunteerFireCompany willholdits14thAnnualGolfTourneyon Oct.14atCrippleCreekGolf&Country ClubnearDagsboro.

Theeventisinafour-personteam scrambleformat,includingluncheon,door prizeandraffleprizes.Additionally,aholein-oneonHole16willwinthatgolfera newKiafromSelbyvilleHollyKia.

Formoreinformationonthetournament,sponsorshipandentry,visitthewebsiteatstation88.com,orcontactGolf ChairmanRoyGouldat(302)436-3232 orrgould@selbyville88.com.

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thefaster-pacedgamewearedeveloping.

“Our[middlehitters]playedaggressivelyonthenet,makingsure thatatnopointweloststeamor momentum,”addedWolfgang, whoseteamhadmarkeda3-0victoryovervisitingLakeForeston Thursday,Sept.15.“Ourbackrow wasfearlessandworkedtogether tirelesslytocoverthecourtand makethenecessarygoodpassesto runouroffenseandwin.Whatwas reallynoticeable,though,wasthe leadership,fightandencouragement ofeachandeveryplayer—whether onthecourtoronthebench—to makethatwinpossible.”

TheIndianstooktheinitiativeon Saturday,jumpinginfrontofthe Raiders(2-1)withvictoriesinthe openingtwosets,25-22and25-23. AfterUrsulinewonthethirdmatch 25-21,theIndianscompletedthe upsetwitha25-19wininthefourth set.

“Weplayedagreatgame,”said WolfgangafterIRimprovedto3-1 ontheyoungseason.“And,beingan alumofUrsuline’Academyanda memberofitsvolleyballprogram myself,itwasextra-sweet!

“Iamextremelyproudofthevolleyballskills,teamwork,connection andgritthatourteamshowed,” addedWolfgang.“Inpreparationfor thisandotherhigh-levelmatches, wehavebeenimprovinghowwe communicateandworktogetherasa teamtoincreasethespeedand depthofourgame.Regardlessof scores,outcomesorrecords,weare workingtoconsistentlyplayvolleyballthatweareproudof,andthatis exactlywhathappenedSaturday.It wasgreatvolleyball,smartvolleyball, anditwasfun.”

ItalsoindicatedthatIndian Rivermaybepoisedtoenterthe stratosphereoccupiedbythosebluechipgirls’volleyballprograms.

“WhenIplayedatUrsulinemany yearsago,therewereafewvolleyball programsthatwereconsistentlyin thetopthree,whichincludedSt. Mark’s,UrsulineandPaduaAcademy,”coachWolfgangsaid.“It’sexcitingtoseehow,overtheyears, greatvolleyballprogramshave spreadthroughoutthestate.Schools likeSmyrna,CaesarRodney,Cape HenlopenandDoveraredeveloping ahighlevelofvolleyballprogram andaregettingmorerecognition.It feltlikeSaturday’swinwasareflection,andacelebration,ofthat growth.”

LEGALS

TOWN OF MILLVILLE PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. in the Town of Millville Municipal Building located at 36404 Club House Rd, Millville, DE 19967, the Town Council will hold a public hearing to consider the following:

Discuss, consider and possible vote on a final subdivision site plan submitted by Land Tech Land Planning, LLC, on behalf of ASF MBTS, LLC for Millville by the Sea Village 4; 144-lot subdivision zoned Master Planned Community.

Only if unable to attend the Public Hearing, written comments will be accepted prior to the hearing, and must be submitted by 12 p.m. (noon) on Wednesday, October 5, 2022.

The Town’s Regular Meeting of Town Council will follow immediately after the Public Hearing.

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TOWN OF BETHANY BEACH PUBLIC HEARING

The Bethany Beach Town Council will hold a public hearing at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, October 21, 2022 in the Town Meeting Room, 214 Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach, DE.

The purpose of this hearing is to receive comments on the following zoning amendments to the Bethany Beach Town Code:

An Ordinance to Amend Section 425-2 by adding the terms Natural Area and Pervious Materials in the Definitions and word usage in Section 425-2.

An Ordinance to Amend Section 425-27 by adding an additional paragraph to address Ground covering restriction permitted on Residential Lots.

The proposed ordinances are available for inspection in Town Hall, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., (except on scheduled holidays), and is also available on the Town’s website www.townofbethanybeach.com.

All interested persons are welcome to attend this hearing and to make comment.

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The Annual Banks Tax Ditch Meeting will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 129 Hollywood Drive, Ocean View, DE, 19970. Rain or Shine. Masks optional.

For more information, please call Tim at 973.214.0033.

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NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION

To Whom it May Concern:

This is to advise that Patricia Ann Lipira of 36971 Trout Terrace North, Selbyville, of Sussex County, Delaware, will be filing with the Prothonotary in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, an application for a License to Carry a Concealed Deadly Weapon, according to the laws of the State of Delaware.

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BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT RESULTS PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on September 15, 2022, the Board of Adjustment for the Town of Ocean View took the following action: • V-433 – 4 Middleton Court PIDN:400.002/CTM#:134-16.00-1474.00 - Variance granted.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED AT THE TOWN OF OCEAN VIEW ADMINISTRATION OFFICE, 201 CENTRAL AVENUE, OCEAN VIEW, DE 19970.

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The following units will be sold because of nonpayment of rent pursuant to the Delaware Self Service Storage Facilities Act. Auction bidding and additional information about the contents, including photographs, is available on ibid4storage.com. Sale and payment will take place at the storage facility.

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Ice pellets from above

Graceful display on ice: _____ skating

10. Ice's mortal enemy, a driver 7A it liberally on his driveway

4. Cake enhancement (or hockey infraction)

15. Ice cream blend that rises slowly up a straw

Slang for co ee, hot or iced (or Indonesia's volcanostudded island)

19. Curved trajectory skated to perform a lutz jump

20. Those were the days: During the Ice ___, man used tools made of mastodon bones to build his home (and to make some of the art inside it)

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By David

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28518 TRAVERSE ST., MILLVILLE

Highly sought after Millville by the Sea!

Casual living is yours in this 3 BR, 2.5 bath Coastal Cottage. The open oor plan offers rst oor primary BR with en suite bath. Upstairs you'll nd 2 additional BRs and bath along with a charming reading or study nook. Enjoy the peace and quiet on your private screen porch. There's plenty of storage for bikes, beach chairs or kayaks in the attached 2 car garage accessed from the rear alley. Millville by the Sea offers the best in community amenities.

$489,000 (DESU2026142)

Call Sandy Greene (c) 302-745-2382

GREATVALUE!

30086 GRADY LN.

Delightful one-level home with 3 BRs plus an office with french doors. Attractive private location with a large 3-season room at the rear on one of the nicest lots in the community. Community clubhouse and pool just a few houses away! Batson Creek Estates offers lawncare, sidewalks and gorgeous amenities. Upgrades throughout including hardwood floors, tiled showers and gourmet kitchen. Ideal primary home, retirement home or vacation home! $597,500 (DESU2027344)

Call Ann Baker (c) 302-858-8518 or Sarah Schifano (c) 302-858-3945

30551 PEACEFUL LANE 4 BRs and 3.5 baths, 2-story home. A revised & open floor plan....makes entertaining easy! Kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless appliances, backsplash, pantry, and an island with seating for 5! Or choose to sit on the screen porch or raised paver patio. Also enjoy low energy bills with the owned solar panels! Just 3.5 miles to downtown Bethany, this community offers water access to White Creek, a boat ramp, an outdoor pool, tiki bar, grilling patio, and a beach out on the point. $849,900 (DESU2025388)

Call Brad Absher (c) 302-214-LAND

WATERFRONT OPPORTUNITY

113 LOUGHLIN LANE, OCEAN VIEW, DE

Bayside Hamlet. A unique opportunity for spectacular water views and the best of boating! This property offers a rare oversized waterfront bulkheaded lot with views directly down the canal facing east, as well as wetlands across the street looking south. Create your own beautiful masterpiece at the water's edge! A dream location like this does not often become available!

$825,000 (DESU2022436)

Sarah Schifano (c) 302-858-3945

GREATPRICE!

8 SUMTER COURT, WEDGEFIELD

Beautiful, one owner home on Cul de Sac. Community pool, in town of Ocean View, just minutes to Beaches, waterways, gol ng, tennis & boardwalk! Have it all with very low HOA fees, home offers you and your family a beautiful main entry, home of ce, Open Kitchen/family rm w/ replace connecting to a spacious private deck, formal living, formal dining, 4 BRs 2 1/2 baths, 2 car garage and spacious yard. $535,000 (DESU2022348)

Call Pam Pridgeon (c) 302-249-1367

2MILESTOBEACH

26509 JERSEY ROAD

Home is situated on nearly 1 acre of property with additional 5 bonus buildings & 2 carports. Recently remodeled kitchen. Relax on your porches and enjoy the large yard with a privacy fence. Perfect for the RV or boat owner or someone who needs workspace or areas for parking. Located just out of the Town of Millsboro but close enough to walk into town or Cupola Park which offers public docking. No HOA with community restrictions!

$349,900 (DESU2026106)

Call Chris DeStefano (c) 443-306-4474

18062 EMERSON WAY

This spacious 1 level home is located the Hawthorne which is conveniently located between Georgetown and Lewes. Offering an open oorplan with a formal dining room, gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless appliances, breakfast bar and a sunroom. There are 3 bedrooms which includes a primary suite. There are hardwood oors and a replace in the living area. Enjoy the deck and wooded backyard. Close to the community pool and clubhouse. Ready for immediate occupancy!

$549,000 (DESU2025960)

Call Noreen Scalice (c) 302-245-1108

3 ARCADIA COURT

This beautiful home, with the Sanderling oorplan, is located in Ocean Pines on a quiet cul-de-sac in the Parke. The Parke is an over 55 community . This is a rare nd! This spacious and well-maintained home has 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with of ce space as well. Harwood throughout. Also includes a screened in porch , laundry room and a 2 car garage. Situated across from the the Parke clubhouse and also includes the ability to use of Ocean Pines amenities. Don’t miss this opportunity! $429,900 (MDWO2008322)

Call John Mead (c) 410-849-6569

33856 WATERSIDE DR

Only 2 miles to Bethany Beach in the desirable canal front community of Waterside. Community has water access, pool and takes care of the exterior & lawn maintenance. Walk/bike to beach, shops,restaurants, entertainment. Sprawling 4 BR, 3 full bath single family home in pristine condition with over 2600 sq ft offering rst oor living, open concept oor plan-No ground rent and low taxes. Conveys furnished with contents boasting a sunroom,outdoor patios and outdoor shower, re place, large loft area-plenty of room for family and friends. Asking $599,900 (DESU2025522)

Call Chrisy Tingle (c) 302-377-4159

36453 AZALEA AVE, BAYSIDE

Live Bayside & Live The Vacation!

Location Location Location! One-owner, never-rented! This luxurious 4BR/3.5BA Monocacy Villa by NV Homes is like a model home and has been expertly appointed with all-included high-end furnishings all within a 2 block walk to the main Sun Ridge Pool & Tennis Facility. The property is located on a no-thru street and backing up to a wooded berm, peace and tranquility will greet you.

$789,900 (DESU2022818)

Call Eddie Rohe (c) 410-908-9137