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NEWS HEADLINES FATAL CRASH - Two teens, one from Laurel, are dead after a Tuesday-morning car accident. Page 3 BRONZE MEDAL - Laurel High School is called one of the best in the nation. Page 5 LEARNING TO GIVE - Staff at an area school set an example to inspire generosity among students. Page 8 INSPIRING CONFIDENCE - Hospital wants community to know about the good work going on there. Page 10 DOLLS ON DISPLAY - Collection a good lesson in African-American history. Page 18 PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT - Delmar student’s work is among those on display. Page 30 TOP SPORTS STORY - The Laurel Star will publish its list of the top sports story of the year in its Jan. 1 edition. Readers have until Dec. 24 to vote for the top story. All voters will be entered into a drawing for a free one-year subscription. See pages 45 and 49 for more information. ALL-STATE - Western Sussex players were recently named to the football all-state teams. Laurel senior Tyler West was named to the first team. Page 46 STARS OF THE WEEK - A Laurel boys’ basketball player, a Delmar girls’ basketball player, and two Laurel girls’ basketball players are this week’s Laurel Stars of the Week. Page 48 STAYING AFTER SCHOOL - Teens are remaining in class after the bell rings for help with studies and lessons in life skills. Page 60

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Central Avenue in Laurel, looking south toward downtown. A project to renovate downtown Laurel could get a shot in the arm in the form of federal funding. Photo by Pat Murphy

Downtown development plan could get $2.3 million in funding B y To n y E . Windsor At a time when there is very little to celebrate in terms of the economy, the town of Laurel has gotten some surprising and very exciting news. After more than two years, the town has received word from the federal government about $2.3 million that may be made available to support a community development project in the downtown area. In 2006, economic development professionals from the Delaware Economic Development Office (DEDO), in partnership with officials from the University of Delaware’s Institute for Public Administration (IPA), solicited proposals from municipal governments throughout Delaware. In each county, the DEDO coordinated special panels to help develop Comprehensive Economical Development Strategies (CEDS). Under the guidance of DEDO and the IPA, the county CEDS solicited proposals from the municipalities, seeking ideas that would fit well with a

statewide development plan. The proposals were scored and ranked based on IPA guidelines, as well as criteria outlined in Gov. Ruth Ann Minner’s Livable Delaware initiative. The best of the statewide proposals were eligible for federal funding through the Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA). In all, 15 community development proposals were submitted to the CEDS. Eight of those, the only ones from Sussex County, were from Laurel and Seaford. Each town submitted four proposals each. In the end the CEDS ranked Laurel’s projects as the top four; one of those tied with a Seaford project at the rank of three. Recently, Laurel town manager Bill Fasano received word from the Sussex County Economic Development Office that the federal government was now interested in hearing more about Laurel’s community development project which, among other things, was a proposal for the development and beau-

tification of the town’s downtown area. Fasano has wasted no time pulling together a meeting with local business groups, including the Laurel Redevelopment Corporation and the Laurel Chamber of Commerce, to detail a project to submit to the federal government. The project could gain the town more than $2 million in economic development support. Seaford’s city manager, Dolores Slatcher, said that Seaford has developed economic development proposals and submitted them as part of the county’s effort to be ready for a possible federal economic stimulus package. But said she has not heard anything about the city’s proposals submitted back in 2006 as part of the DEDO and University of Delaware’s Community Economic Development Strategies. Julie Wheatley, director of economic development for Sussex County, said Laurel’s Central Avenue revitalization project has been declared by the federal Economic Development Administration as “the priority project” for Sussex Continued on page four

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Two teens die in crash on River Road Tuesday State Police said wet roads and excessive speed were contributing factors in an accident Tuesday on River Road that claimed the lives of two teenagers. The operator of the 1997 Chevy Blazer involved in the crash was William G. Nazelrod, 16, of Georgetown and the front seat passenger was Gregory A. Williams, 17, of Laurel. Both of these teens died in the crash. The survivors were Jose Moz, 17, of Laurel and Kyle Lawton, 16, of Laurel. They were in the back seat of the Blazer when it left the road and struck a tree. All four of the Blazer’s occupants were wearing seatbelts. Moz was taken to Nanticoke Memorial Hospital with non-life threatening injuries and Lawton was flown to Christiana and is in stable condition. Alcohol is not believed to be a factor. The crash remains under investigation. The accident occurred on River Road, east of Clark Road, west of Blades. The crash was reported to police at 10:45 a.m. Tuesday. Preliminary investigation states the Blazer was traveling westbound on River Road when it exited the south side of the road and struck a tree. Lawton was flown by DSP helicopter to Christiana Hospital and Moz was taken to Nanticoke Memorial Hospital by ambulance. The roadway was closed while the crash scene was being examined. Nazelrod was a center on Laurel's varsity football team. On Tuesday, Dec. 16, the Central Office Administration of Laurel School District met with the Laurel High School faculty to inform them of the accident. Four young people were involved in the accident, all with ties to Laurel School District. On Wednesday, all counselors from the district were on site. Three local ministers were present in the high school to assist students and staff. The school-based wellness center was available to students and staff. Central Office personnel were on hand Tuesday and returned Wednesday morning to provide assistance as well. A room was designated for student use throughout the day as needed. “The high school staff are a strong, well-connected faculty that will support our students in their grief and will support each other as well. It is devastating to lose a child and in this time of need the best we can do is be supportive of each other and the families. Our prayers go out to the families and friends of these young people,” a Laurel School District memo states.

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County. She did, however, say that projects submitted in 2006 by the city of Seaford are â&#x20AC;&#x153;in the pipeline.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have projects that have been recognized by the federal government as being in the pipeline for funding, including projects submitted by the city of Seaford,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are confident that at some point the Seaford projects can be funded. However, I was contacted by the federal Economic Development Administration (EDA) representative who said that Laurel is a priority and we must do what it takes to get the Central Avenue project in the system by 2009.â&#x20AC;? The projects submitted by the city of Seaford include infrastructure improvements to the Ross Business Park and enhancements to the Seaford Industrial Park. The city was seeking about $2 million of the total $7.5 million project cost estimated at that time. Also included was a North Seaford Lift Station project to connect development areas of the city to municipal utilities at an estimated cost at the time of $800,000. Slatcher said she was surprised to hear that there had been any discussions about the 2006 CEDS proposals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We actually have completed the North Seaford Lift Station project and also completed some work at the Ross Business Park,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are now looking at possible projects to do storm water management projects in the city at areas including Washington Street and Poplar Street where we have significant flooding during heavy rains.â&#x20AC;? Wheatley said the Sussex County Association of Towns (SCAT) is working to get proposals from local municipalities to get in the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pipeline to the federal government in case an economic stimulus package materializes. It has been speculated that a major stimulus package focusing on infrastructure could be in the works in the next few weeks to months following PresidentElect Barack Obamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inauguration. Jerome E. Wallace, Department of Commerce EDA Community Planner & Economic Development representative for Delaware, said his office is working closely with DEDO and the Sussex County Economic Development Office to address Laurelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s community development project. He said Laurelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s standing as a significantly economically distressed area with high

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Laurel High School is one of the best, magazine says By Mike McClure Laurel High School was one of only three Delaware schools to receive recognition in U.S. News and World Report’s second annual “America’s Best High Schools” edition. Laurel received a bronze medal in the publication’s 2009 best high schools search for having a high number of Advanced Placement (AP) courses as well as for its number of students taking and achieving qualifying scores on AP tests. This was done despite the school’s 50 percent poverty rate. “It’s exciting. It really legitimizes all the hard work that we’re doing and the fact that we have great kids doing great things,” Laurel High School principal Dean Ivory said. U.S. News and World Report collaborated with School Evaluation Services, a K-12 education and data research and analysis business, to analyze academic and enrollment data from more than 21,000 public high schools. Gold, silver, bronze and honorable mention ratings were given to schools. Laurel and Indian River received bronze medals while the Charter School of Wilmington was presented with a gold medal rating. According to Laurel director of curriculum Sandy Baker, the criteria for the award included the number of AP courses offered, the number of students enrolled in the courses and how many students are taking and earning qualifying scores on the tests. The schools’ poverty rates were also taken into account. “You tend to write off schools that have greater than 50 percent poverty,” said Baker. While Baker admitted that the school is still having some difficulty meeting the adequate yearly progress targets with state testing, she says that is only part of the story. The magazine noted Laurel’s high poverty rate (50.1 percent) as well as its

Epworth claims award in Delaware Day competition A ceremony was held at Delaware Public Archives recently to recognize more than 800 fourth graders who participated in the seventh annual Delaware Day Competition. Secretary of State Harriet Smith Windsor presented the Signers’ Awards — named after Delaware’s signers of the Constitution — to the schools whose students best answered questions about citizen involvement, petitioning and the ratification process. Epworth Christian School in Laurel won the Jacob Broom Award. The theme of this year’s competition, citizen involvement, recognized the 75th anniversary of the official recognition of Dec. 7 as Delaware Day. Windsor developed the competition in 2002 to encourage students to study the Constitution and to understand Delaware's role in its writing and ratification. Winning projects will be on display through December at the Old State House in Dover. For details, call 302-739-4266.

minority enrollment (31.2 percent) in the article. Despite these numbers and the small size of the school, Laurel offers a high number of AP courses. Laurel High currently has 35 juniors who are taking AP Language and Composition. Those students who take the AP test and score a three or better will receive

three college credits. Students with a qualifying score in AP biology also receive three college credits. The high school also offers AP courses in English literature and composition (for seniors), psychology, chemistry and calculus. “It just makes us all feel very proud

that our hard work is being recognized. We don’t always hear the positives,” Ivory said. “This is great national recognition for us.” The “America’s Best High Schools” article is in the Dec. 15/22 issue of U.S. News and World Report, which went on sale last Monday.

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Southern Delaware Tourism held their annual Tourism Award Luncheon on Dec. 4 to celebrate the achievements of Sussex County’s tourism industry and the groups and individuals who make the industry so successful. The 2008 Southern Delaware Tourism Recognition Award was presented to the Apple Scrapple Festival Committee whose hard work over the past 17 years has created one of the most popular events in the county. Each year, the historic town of Bridgeville expands from their 2,000 residents to welcome over 25,000 visitors. According to Scott Thomas, executive director of Southern Delaware Tourism, “Bridgeville’s visitors during the Apple Scrapple Festival not only contribute to the local economy, but they also spread the popularity of the event through wordof-mouth. The event helps make Sussex County special and gives visitors something to talk about.” For more information on Southern Delaware Tourism, call 302-856-1818 or visit www.visitsoutherndelaware.com.

Scott Thomas, executive director of Southern Delaware Tourism, presents Bonnie Workman, chairperson of the Apple Scrapple Festival Committee, with the 2008 Southern Delaware Tourism Recognition Award.

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Locks of Love teaches a message of sharing By Lynn R. Parks Teacher Renee Clarke looked a little tense. Hair stylist Michael Harvey, standing behind her with a sharp pair of scissors, was about to cut off her long hair and hundreds of children at West Seaford Elementary School were watching. “Mrs. Clarke, how are you feeling right now?” asked principal Pat Harris. “I’m fine,” answered Clarke, who teaches the school’s gifted and talented and enrichment classes. “You know,” Harris joked, trying to put Clarke at ease, “this isn’t a beheading.” The children laughed. Then, after Harris counted 12 snips of Harvey’s scissors, the children cheered when Harvey held Clarke’s long hair in his hand. Clarke is donating her hair to Locks of Love, a national organization that collects hair to fashion into wigs for disadvantaged children who have lost their hair because of medical reasons. She was the first of what associate principal Todd Fishburn hopes are many West Seaford teachers and students to donate hair to the program. “We are trying to instill in kids that they can give of themselves,” Fishburn said after the hair cutting ceremony, which was preceded by a holiday concert by third, fourth and fifth graders. The school is planning a spring hair

cutting, during which hair stylists will come to the school’s gym to cut donors’ hair. Children, teachers and members of the community can participate in the hair cutting. Fishburn, whose brown curly hair is not yet the required 10 inches in length, hopes to be one of the participants in the spring hair cutting. In addition, the school is collecting used books to distribute to children who attend the school whose families don’t have any books. Already, nearly 150 books have been donated to the effort, Fishburn said. West Seaford is also collecting used games to use in its classrooms. “There are ways to give to people without spending money,” Fishburn said. “We want our children to learn to give of themselves.” For your information: Gently used books and games, appropriate for children up through age 12, can be taken to the office of West Seaford Elementary School, Seaford. The books will be distributed to children whose families don’t have books and the games will be used in the classrooms. For information, or for details about the school’s participation in the Locks for Love program, call the school, 628-4414. Information about the Locks for Love program is available on the website www.locksoflove.org.

Michael Harvey, a hair stylist at All About Faces spa in Salisbury, Md., cuts the hair of Renee Clarke, a teacher at West Seaford Elementary School. Clarke donated her hair to Locks of Love, which provides wigs to disadvantaged children who have lost their hair due to medical reasons. Photo by Lynn R. Parks

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Caroling event to collects 26,000 cans of food forand needy in Sussex Law sought protect homeowners insurance More than 300 carolers sang Insurance in the holidayCommissioner season during Matt Denn and members of theonSenate the 25th annual Caroling the and House Insurance CommitCircle in Georgetown recently, tees will pursue a new law in the singing and traditional wake ofSpanish a Delaware court ruling Christmas carols helpingcomto that would allow and insurance collect approximately 26,700 panies to refuse to renew homecanned goods for for thepolicyholdneedy. owner insurance off ersThe whoannual make event claimskicks against the season for ask Sussex theirholiday policies, or even questions about doing so. Recently, a Delaware Superior Court judge ruled in favor of two insurance industry groups in a lawsuit seeking to overturn a 2005 Department of Insurance regulation banning the practice of non-renewing homeowners insurance policies as a result of making In the spirit of the holiday claims. season, Great Scott Broadcasting The regulation also prohibited partnered with treating local merchants insurers from simple to give a brand roof to a as questions from new policyholders Delmarva resident in had timeargued for claims. The insurers Christmas. in court that the Insurance DeGreat Scott Broadcasting used partment did not have the authe power of their five radio by thority to take such actions stations to reach out to findDenn the regulation. Commissioner listener who was in the most need of a new roof. For six weeks, all five Great Scott Broadcasting stations accepted entries for the “Neediest Roof on Delmarva” contest. Listeners heard the stories and were vote on each In instructed 2008, at a to time when state station’s website for the most deand federal grants have leveled serving recipient. off or even decreased, ChesaSeveral localannounces businessesthat the peake Utilities stepped up toofdonate both their grant levels the Sharing Fund have and increased for those who time resources. have qualified for assistance. These businesses include GAF Utilities created ElkChesapeake Roofing of Salisbury, Coastal the Sharing withand donations Exteriors of Fund Salisbury ABC provided by customers, employSupply Company. ees, the community and ChesaTheUtilities winner of the contesttowas peake Corporation enan entry byillthe daughsure thatsubmitted the elderly, and those ter of afinancial man whohardship was a former facing are not forgotten during the cold winter roofer. months when energy bills are He was unable to work dueatto their peak. “Now is not the time to be cutting back on grants for those in need,” stated Shane Breakie, president of the Chesapeake The 15th Energy annual Cat Country Emergency Recipient “Feed-A-Friend” marathon ended on Dec. 5 with a final tally of 15,802 cans and non-perishable food items donated by Delmarva Sussex Council, at residents to County benefit their friends its January 8 meeting, elected and neighbors in need this holiits officers day season. for 2008, selecting as Since president Councilman Finley the “Feed-A-Friend” B. Jones Jr. of Greenwood, and radio campaign was established as vice president Councilman in 1994, more than 400,000 items Lynnbeen J. Rogers of Milton. have donated to area food Councilman Dale R. Dukes pantries during the holiday seaof Laurel held the council presison. dency forthis the year’s past year, while While numbers Jonesdown served as vicefrom president. were slightly previous AsGeneral president Jones will years, Manager Joe preBeail side area overresidents all council said stillmeetings opened in 2008,hearts with Rogers substituting their to help those in need. if Jones is unable attend. This year’s foodtopantries It is customary for the couninclude: Salisbury Outreach Sercil, at the first meeting each vices, Worcester CountyofSheriff’s new year, to elect its officers Office SANTA House, Dagsboro

County, and serves as a commustated thatdrive. he would appeal the nity food Superior Court’s to the the Started in 1984decision as part of Delaware Supreme Court. Delaware First initiative, CarolWhile the appeal is pending, ing on The Circle continues to Commissioner Denn and legislacheer hearts and help those in tive leaders will seek to enact need 25 years later. the same legislation to provide To date,afforded organizers protection by estimate the disthe community has donated puted regulation. more than 500,000 “We will fight oncanned every goods available front to protect homeowners from abusive practices by the insurance industry,” Commissioner Denn said. State Sen. David Sokola, a member of the Senate Insurance Committee, will be the chief sponsor of the legislation to be introduced on Jan. 8. disability and was later diagnosed “It is completely unfair for with throatcompanies cancer. to punish insurance As his conditioned worsened, homeowners for making routine his last wish was for his wife and claims against their homeowners grandchildren to have a safe insurance,” Sen. Sokola said.roof “I their am disappointed that the over heads. court hasScott prevented the InsurGreat Broadcasting Genance Department from prohibiteral Manager Susan Timmons ing thisthe practice, hopeofthe called mother and and Iwife this man, Joanne Hammond, to award her the winning roof while on the air, live. It was then that the listening audience became aware that Mr. Hammond had succumbed to throat cancer. Program (CHEERP), which manhe passed away, Mr. agesBefore the Sharing Fund. “ChesaHammond knew website peake Utilities is from proudthe to be able to increase our was efforts to help that his family in the lead to customers this year.” win this contest and his dream of For 2008, Chesapeake Utilia new roof for his family goties will nearly double its was contriing to become a reality. bution to the Sharing Fund. Great Scott to Broadcasting is a In addition increasing grant levels, are being locally additional owned andgrants operated radiooffered to those whomade are recently broadcasting group up of unemployed or struggling with five FM radio stations 93.5 The mortgage-related issues. Beach, OC 104, BIG Classic Sharing grants are available Rock Joe 107.5 for all98.5/103.5, eligible customers of and Chesapeake Utilities living on The Bee 101.7/95.3. Delmarva. Applications for the grants are available through Catholic Charities in Delaware (302-674-1782) and Shore-Up in Maryland (410Church of God, 7th Day Ad749-1142). ventist Church of Millsboro, the Beacon Mission of Greenwood, the Christian Storehouse of Millsboro, Wesley United Methodist and appoint legal staff. The Church of Georgetown and the five-member council Cape Henlopen FoodunaniBasket of mously Lewes. approved Jones and Rogers theirsponsors posts. of the Thisfor year’s Council also unanimously “Feed-A-Friend” Marathon inapproved Griffin to clude: theJames Bank D. of Delmarva, another one-year appointment Suburban Propane in Millsboro as County Attorney. Griffin will and Fruitland, Truitt’s Carpet of serve as theHocker’s elected body’s chief Millsboro, SuperCenter counsel. in Clarksville, G&E Supermarket G. Robertson and of Vincent Ocean View, Grand Rental Richard E. Rehoboth, Berl Jr. also Station of thewere Henselected for one-year re-appointHouse in Laurel, Tull Ramey ments as and assistant county attorLimited Century 21 Tull neys, with Ramey of Robertson Seaford. to serve the 97.5 Planning & Zoning Com- is a & 105.9 Cat Country mission and Berl to serve the Delmarva Broadcasting Company Board of Adjustment. radio station.

through the Caroling on The Generalprogram. Assembly will work Circle with Commissioner Denn to The caroling event, along pass this legislation promptly so with collections from Sushomeowners can once again be sex County Council, County protected.” employees, numerous schools, State Rep. Valerie Longhurst, groups andofbusinesses, a member the Househelped Econompush the 25th annual eventand ic Development, Banking to another Committee respectable and totalthe – Insurance eclipsing lastsponsor year’s total bynew chief House of the

5,700 items. legislation, pointed outCountians that the “Yet again, Sussex regulation in question was imhave displayed great generosity plemented only after the House and shown the true meaning of of Representatives failed to adthe holiday season,” County Address the issue in 2005. ministrator David B. “The last time the Baker Housesaid. of “These are tough Representatives was economic given a bill times for many of us. Butit deto address this problem, did spite the hardship, not act,” she said. so many Sussex Countians have comemay “Now that the legislature

through, stepped up and lent a be the only body that can protect hand to their from friends and unfair neighhomeowners these practices, I hope the House will bors.” take this collected issue morewill seriously.” Items be donatThe case is C.A. No. 05C-10ed to approximately a dozen area 309 SCD, American Insurance Association and Property and pantries, shelters and church Casualty Insurers Association of organizations for distribution America vs. Delaware Departwithin County. ment ofSussex Insurance.

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New ad campaign focuses on hospital success stories By Lynn R. Parks A new ad campaign, unveiled by Nanticoke Memorial Hospital last week, aims to convince the community that the hospital is good at what it does. “Our theme is rebuilding confidence,” senior vice president Tom Brown told members of the staff Wednesday afternoon. “For some unknown reason, the confidence our community has in our hospital has been shaken a little bit. We want to tell the community what we do, why we do it and how well we do it.” “We have a lot of good stories to tell,” added CEO Steve Rose. “I am going to take every opportunity I can to talk about the good things going on at Nanticoke.” The ad campaign features people of the community talking about the good care that they received at Nanticoke. A dozen life-size posters were revealed Wednesday, pictures of people who volunteered to be part of the campaign. The free-standing posters will be placed around Nanticoke facilities. The campaign will also include a billboard on U.S. 13 and radio ads. The highway billboard will feature a picture of Devon Allen, a Seaford toddler whose parents took her to the emergency department at Nanticoke when she started having seizures. The staff there determined that the little girl required care at a special-

ized pediatric hospital, but no helicopter was available to transport her there. Director of emergency services Lisa Wile called her husband, Andy, a paramedic, and asked him to drive Devon to the hospital. And Lisa, just coming off a two-hour shift, rode to the hospital with Devon and her parents. “Thanks to Lisa, our daughter got the specialized care she needed,” Devon’s poster reads. Another poster features Seaford resident Bill Harper, who when he arrived at the Nanticoke emergency department had no pulse and was in cardiac arrest. Through therapeutic hypothermia, doctors chilled his body until his heart was able to function again, limiting organ damage caused by lack of oxygen. Harper, who attended Wednesday’s ceremony, made a full recovery. “Thanks to Cathy, I really did receive intensive care,” Harper’s poster reads. Cathy Hastings is a nurse in the intensive care unit. Brown said that when the hospital searched for people willing to tell their stories, it had no trouble finding folks. “I thank the staff, because it was easy to do this,” he said. He added that badges that are worn by hospital employees will feature a new slogan: “Always Caring, Always Home.” “We need to reassure the community that they can rely on us,” he said.

Life-size cutouts of Bill and Nancy Harper, above, are featured in a new ad campaign introduced last week by Nanticoke Memorial Hospital. ‘Cathy’ is Cathy Hastings, a nurse in the intensive care unit. The campaign is designed to inspire confidence in the hospital. On right, a life-size poster of Devon Allen proclaims that Lisa Wile, director of emergency services, was instrumental in getting Devon the care that she needed. Wile’s picture also appears on the poster. Photos by Lynn R. Parks

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In the hall showcase is a rhinestone Christmas tree that was done by Ken Bryson. He spent 76 hours assembling it about 42 years ago. The jewelry was from friends of his mother and was put in place one piece at a time with tweezers. On Saturday afternoon, Dec. 20, from 2 to 3 p.m. Santa will be in the Museum lobby for photos with children. There is no charge for this. The Seaford Museum is owned and operated by the Seaford Historical Society and is located at 203 High St. in downtown Seaford. Admission is free to members, or $3 per person for nonmembers. Children under 12 years of age are free but must be accompanied by an adult. The Museum is open Thursdays through Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. For further information call 628-9828.

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Putting tree up alone is first-time experience Time was, decorating the Christmas tree was a family affair. Eight YNN ARKS hands, four of them big, four of them smaller, eagerly set the tree Well, members of the up, made sure it was level and covered it in lights and ornaments. Mormon Tabernacle Choir Not so this year. This year, for were there, as was James the first time in my life, I put the Taylor. But they were all tree up and decorated it all by myself. too busy singing to give Well, members of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir were there, as was me a hand. James Taylor. But they were all too busy singing to give me a hand. an adventure. I always go up the steps, reNow, if you ask my husband about the ally more like a built-in ladder, that ascend tree, he will be quick to take some credit. to the attic from our daughter’s bedroom It is true that he brought the tree home in very slowly and noisily, so as to give any the bed of his pickup truck, and then carcreatures that are lazing about among the ried it to the front porch. I’ll give him, boxes and bags plenty of time to hide. I’ve out of the total 100 tree-decorating points never seen any mice or birds up there, so one can accumulate, 3. my plan must work. That means that I get 97 points. And I I have to remember, once I’m in the atstarted earning them on Thanksgiving tic, to watch where I step. There is no real weekend, when I traveled with my sister to floor up there, only boards and pieces of a favorite area nursery to select a satisfacplywood that my husband has put down to tory tree. I knew that I wanted a tall speci- give us places to walk. One misstep and I men, but pretty slim so that it fits nicely would crash through the bedroom ceiling in our small house. And believe it or not, and onto our daughter’s bed, if I’m lucky, the first tree that we looked at fit the bill. or the floor, if I’m not. Either way, it I paid for it, gave the nursery owner my wouldn’t be a pleasant trip downstairs. name so he could tag it as sold, and moved I located the Christmas boxes quickly on — to what I don’t remember, but it and carried them down the ladder. I’m glad could very well have been lunch. that James Taylor and the Mormons stayed Next step, on the day I had set aside to downstairs, as I’m sure there was nothing trim the tree, was a trip to the attic to graceful about my and the heavy boxes’ fetch the two large plastic boxes marked two trips down the ladder and through the “tree ornaments.” Any trip to our attic is narrow attic doorway.

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Town gearing up for elections B y To n y E . Windsor Though it’s more than three months away, Laurel is making preparations for the upcoming municipal elections. During the Monday, Dec. 15, meeting of the Laurel Town Council, Mayor John Shwed appointed the board of elections members for the March 26 elections. Named were elections inspector, Geraldine Horsey, election judges Karen Pugh and Larry Calhoun and election clerks Janet Lee and assistant town administrator Jamie Smith. Seats coming open for the March elections include the mayor, a two-year term;

the Ward 2 council seat held by Robin Fisher; the Ward 3 seat held by Bill Trujillo; and an at-large seat held by Don Phillips. All of the council seats are fouryear terms. The filing deadline for candidates in the election is Thursday, Feb. 19. The deadline for voter registration is Thursday, Feb. 26. Shwed warned voters that having voted in the recent presidential elections does not necessarily mean that town residents are registered to vote in the municipal election. He advised that citizens come to Laurel Town Hall and check to make sure they are registered for voting. NEW CHAMBER HOME - The Laurel Chamber of Commerce held an open house and ribbon cutting at its new location on 112 East Market St. Tuesday, Dec. 9. From left: Joyce Ramsey, chamber secretary; Carol Scarfi, Delaware National Bank; Karen D’Armi Hunt, Bank of Delmarva; Lori Short, chamber board; John Shwed, Laurel mayor; Janet Lee, chamber of commerce, and Fred Sponseller from Cooper Realty. Photo by Pat Murphy.

Citizens will have chance to hear from Comcast Laurel town manager Bill Fasano has scheduled a special public meeting to allow citizens to meet with cable television provider Comcast. Fasano said that on Thursday, Jan. 8, Comcast representatives will be at town hall for the public meeting. Fasano said

with new cable programming, service and fee adjustments, he felt it would be fair to give Comcast an opportunity to share some information with citizens and give citizens the chance to ask any questions they may have. The meeting will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Dan Ash appointed to fill empty seat on planning and zoning FOR THE CHILDREN - Laurel American Legion Post Commander Jim Moore, right, presents a check for $3,000 to Dale Boyce of the Good Samaritan Aid Organization to be used to purchase toys for the needy children.

Laurel Mayor John Shwed has appointed a new person to the town’s Planning and Zoning Committee. Recently, P&Z member Jeff Hill resigned from the board.

On Monday night Shwed appointed Dan Ash, of Poplar Street, to fill Hill’s seat. The council voted unanimously to approve the appointment.

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A lot of history in collection of African-American dolls By Lynn R. Parks

For your information: Christina Weaver will speak about her collection of African-American dolls Tuesday, Dec. 30, 1 p.m. in the Carvel Room at the Laurel Public Library. A display of dolls from her collection is on display in the Carvel Room through January. For more information, call the library, 8753184.

The small male doll is dressed in a white high-collared shirt and a black velvet jacket. His hat too is made of black velvet and his eyes and crooked smile are made of old Indian trading beads that are stitched onto his brown cloth head. The doll, more than 150 years old, is part of a collection of African-American dolls that is owned by Christina Weaver, “Children of today are so caught up in Bethany Beach. Nearly 50 dolls from the the technical world, with dolls that can do collection, including the man with a just about anything,” Fowler added. “Here, crooked smile and dressed in black velvet, they can see how simple a doll can be and are on display in the Laurel Public Library still be somebody’s best friend.” through January. Especially remarkable is the post doll, a “People who are plain doll whose body interested in dolls is a fence post. would love to see ‘Children of today are so caught Weaver estimates that these,” said Norma up in the technical world, with the doll, with a black Jean Fowler, adult cloth head and stitched dolls that can do just about anyservices librarian. eyes, nose and mouth, thing. Here, they can see how “People who like folk is about 100 years art would be interested simple a doll can be and still be old. in them. And for anysomebody’s best friend.’ The doll is an exone interested in ample of how AfricanAfrican-American hisAmericans used any tory, they can interpret Norma Jean Fowler material they had to an awful lot from this Adult services librarian, Laurel Public Library make the dolls, collection. There is a Weaver said. lot of socio-economic Weaver believes that another doll in her history right here.” collection, too fragile to be part of the liChildren too would enjoy seeing the brary display, was made by slaves. The dolls, said library employee Terri Trujillo. doll has one shoe that a leather expert has “Dolls are so much a part of our culture told her is made from rabbit hide. The othand an influence on us in our early years,” er shoe is missing. she said.

Terry Trujillo, left, and Norma Jean Fowler hold a doll and cradle that is part of a collection on display at the Laurel Public Library. The dolls are all African-American and belonged to African-American families at one time. Photo by Lynn R. Parks

Weaver said that all of her dolls would have been originally owned by AfricanAmericans. “These are all authentic to the African-American community,” she said. Weaver, 62, a retired nurse and health care consultant, started her collection eight

years ago, after the birth of her first grandchild. A native of England, she knew that she had plenty of objects handed down to her from her family that she could use to tell her granddaughter about that side of Continued on page 20

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Collection leads to conversations about African-American history Continued from page 18

her family. “But we had very little from my husband’s side,” she said. Her husband, Ike, a retired psychiatric social worker, is African-American. He was raised by his grandparents, who were sharecroppers, on a cotton farm in South Carolina. A premature baby, his first cradle was a shoe box, his first blanket cotton that his grandparents had picked from the field. “My idea originally was to use the dolls to show what life was like for African-Americans,” Weaver said. “The dolls really depict life as it was 150 years ago, or 100 years ago.” Several of Weaver’s dolls have nuts for heads, with facial features painted on. The nut-head dolls portray characters that would have been part of an African-American community. While Ike, the oldest of five brothers, did not have any dolls in his house, he was very familiar with the roles that the nut-

head dolls represent, Weaver said. Weaver, 62, said that collecting the dolls caused her to read extensively about slavery throughout the South, including in Delaware. She said that while she already knew much of the history of slavery, her reading brought home just how ill-treated the slaves were. “It wasn’t that long ago that AfricanAmericans weren’t allowed to learn how to read,” she said. “I love to read, and the idea of denying people the ability to learn how to read as a means to hold them back is especially terrible.” Weaver said that the dolls have done what she intended when she started her collection. While the dolls are too fragile for her grandchildren to play with, the fact that they are normally on display in her home leads to many conversations about African-American history. She also uses the dolls in presentations at libraries and community centers, during

Above, this old doll has Indian trading beads for eyes and teeth. On right, an African-American Santa and Mrs. Claus rest during the Christmas season. Note that they are holding hands. Photos by Lynn R. Parks

which she often reads from the children’s book Almost to Freedom by Vaunda Nelson, the story about a doll, Sally, who narrates the story. Sally belongs to a little girl named Lindy whose family are slaves on a Virginia plantation. When the family escapes, Sally goes with them.

Sally’s place in the story, and perhaps the place in history of the dolls in Christina Weaver’s collection, is explained by a Margaret Atwood quote at the beginning of the book: “A doll is a witness “Who cannot die, “With a doll you are never alone.”

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Community Bulletin Board required. For more information or to register call 24-year AFAA-certified fitness professional, Carol Lynch at 629-7539.

Basket & pottery bingo Leaf removal

Left over leaves littering your lawn or lot? Seaford Lions will rake your Seaford City limits location of leaves (for a donation), so you can live leaf free. Call Lion Keller at 629-4179, or Lion George at 629-7982, to set up an appointment.

Battle of the Bands

Battle of the Bands is back again for its third annual play off. To register your band you can pick up applications at Seaford Music, call Mr. Brake, or catch Maria Demott at 629-4587 ext. 405. Bands are required to attend a dress rehearsal on Feb. 5, 10, and 15, from 6 to 9 p.m., to review important details for the show. Category prizes will be given to Best Rock, Rap, and Latino groups pending the number of competing groups for each category. The music will rumble on Feb. 27, 6 to 10 p.m. at Seaford High School Madden Auditorium. Pay your $5 dollars before, or $7 dollars at the door. Additionally, an official Guitar Hero competition will be held. See your Aloha Staff for your chance to enter.

Fitness classes

Come join us in fitness classes: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, at 9 a.m.; Tuesdays, Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. We start an eight-week session the week of Jan. 5 and 6, and meet in St. John’s UMC Fellowship Hall in Seaford. (Sponsored by St. John’s but open to the public.) Beginners to intermediate participants are welcome in this fun, faith-filled, coed, non-competitive, resistance training, stretching, high/low aerobic class. Get your Dr.’s OK and come try a free one to see if it meets your needs. Only a 6-8 week commitment at a time

A Longaberger basket and pottery bingo will be held Saturday, Jan. 17, at Nanticoke Senior Center, 310 Virginia Ave., Seaford. Doors open at 6 p.m., Games begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance (includes an early bird drawing); or $25 at the door. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Baskets are filled. All proceeds go to Nanticoke Senior center building fund. For information call 629-4939.

Elks Lodge

The Seaford Elks Lodge 2458 is running the Michael Manning Disabled Vietnam Veteran’s Coin Can Drive. Cans have been placed in stores through the area and customers are urged to drop spare change in to help injured and disabled veterans. If there are any questions feel free to call Glenn Beard at 628-2991.

Toys for Tots

Century 21 Tull Ramey Real Estate announces that again they are a collection site for the U.S. Maine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots. Donations are being accepted at both locations, on Rt 13 North of Seaford and at 107 Pennsylvania Ave., Seaford. All toys should be new and do not have to be wrapped. All donations go to Sussex County needy families.

Seaford display

For several years Kenna Nethken and Cheryl Webster, owners of Cut’Em Up Tree Care of Delaware in Seaford, have been sponsoring a holiday display at their home and business in Middleford. This year they invite area residents to drive through the display. The drive through will be well marked and will be opening the first weekend in December for residents of the greater Seaford area.

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The display will be open every evening from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. weather permitting, and will be open through New Year’s weekend. Donations are greatly appreciated. From Rt. 13 (Dunkin’Donuts) travel west on Middleford Road towards Georgetown. At the stop sign turn left and the display will be visible on the left.

Prayer breakfast

Rise-n-Shine to a prayer breakfast Jan. 19 at Seaford Golf & Country Club starting at 8 a.m. Advanced tickets only; $20. (No tickets will be sold after Jan 15, 2009.) The MLK Community Recognition Award will be presented to Regina Batson, a longtime educator dedicated to Seaford School District. Come out and enjoy a scrumptious breakfast buffet, live entertainment, and gripping power points on the visionary Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The celebration continues at the Seaford High School from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Admission is only $2. Special appearance by: Artist Earl Hardy Sobers, the Rev. Brian Nixon reciting, “I Have a Dream Speech,” also featuring a Teen Summit, open mic, live entertainment, creative dance, vendors, free lunch, step show, MLK Jr. trivia, theme contest, children’s games sponsored by the Seaford Parks & Recreation, and face painting by the Seaford District Library, and much, much more. For tickets call 628-1908.

Santa Claus visit

On Saturday, Dec. 20, Seaford will welcome Santa Claus - The Shoppes of Historic High Street invite you to join them in welcoming Santa Claus. Retailers will be providing special treats, hot and cold beverages, and finger foods for last minute shoppers. Join us for a day filled with Christmas spirit, special sales, free drawings and pictures with Santa Claus.

Breakfast cafe

VFW 4961 breakfast cafe, open Monday-Friday, 7-10 a.m., Seaford VFW, Middleford Road, to benefit Veterans Relief Fund.

LHS class of ‘98

Laurel High School class of ‘98 is planning a class reunion. Contact Megan Jones at megj22@comcast.net or phone 841-5835 with contact information.

Holiday food drive

SunKissed Tanning wants to donate a holiday dinner to four Laurel families who need a helping hand during this holiday season. Our goal is 250 non-perishable food items to be donated by Dec. 22. Help us meet this goal. In return for your generosity, every three non-perishable items you donate, you receive one free tan. You can earn up to ten free tans.

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Toy & coat drive

The Laurel Police Department is once again holding a Christmas Toy & Coat Drive. The members of the Laurel Police Department are requesting donations of new unwrapped toys and coats. The items received will be distributed within the Laurel Communnity to those in need this holiday season. Donations can be dropped off at the Police Department, MondayFriday, from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Donations will be accepted until Dec. 23.

The Laurel Kids Connection Mentoring Program is seeking dedicated adults to spend one hour per week with a fifth, sixth, or seventh grader. Mentors and students meet at the Laurel Library. Contact Kim Trivits or Lynne Betts at 629-7790 for details.

Laurel Library closed

The Laurel Public Library will be closed from Dec. 24 – Dec. 28 and will reopen on Monday, Dec. 29, at 10 a.m.. Books may be returned to our drop box on Delaware Avenue. If you have any questions, call the Library at 875-3184.

Amnesty Week

Jan. 5 – Jan. 11 is Amnesty Week at the Laurel Public Library. All fines for items that are returned during this period will be forgiven. For more information, call the Laurel Public Library at 8753184.

Indoor Yard Sale & Craft Fair

The Laurel High School Band and Theater Boosters will be holding it’s First Annual “Indoor Yard Sale and Craft Fair” on Saturday, Jan. 10, in the Laurel High School Gym. Shopping hours will be from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., concessions will be sold during the event, and assistance will be provided to anyone in need of help loading vehicles. Donations of baked goods or other household merchandise can be made to the band and theater programs by delivering items to Laurel High School. Individuals and crafters can also rent a 10x10 space to sell your own merchandise and keep your own profits. The rental fee for space is $25. The deadline for renting booth space will be Wednesday, Jan. 7. Contact Mr. Brian Cass at 875-6120 x273, or bcass@laurel.k12.de.us. Please keep in mind that we will be on winter break from Dec 22 until Jan. 5. Emails will be answered during vacation. Proceeds from all donations, concessions and vendor rentals benefit the Laurel High School Band and Theater programs.

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MORNING STAR • DECEMBER 18 - 24, 2008 “High School Musical,” on Feb. 27, 28, and March 6 at 7:30 p.m. and matinee performances on March 1, 7, and 8 at 2 p.m. Performances will be held in the Laurel High School Auditorium. Advance tickets will go on sale starting Jan. 15, by contacting Brian Cass at bcass@laurel.k12.de.us, reserve by phone 875-6120, ext. 273, or purchase in the High School Office. Tickets price: adults $8, students/senior citizens $5. “High School Musical” is a copyrighted production, Book By: David Simpatico. Songs by: Matthew Gerrard, Robbie Nevil , Ray Cham, Greg Cham, Andrew Seeley, Randy Petersen, Kevin Quinn, Andy Dodd, Adam Watts, Bryan Louiselle, David N. Lawrence, Faye Greenberg and Jamie Houston. Music Adapted, Arranged and Produced by: Bryan Louiselle. Based on a Disney Channel Original Movie written by: Peter Barsocchini, presented by agreement with Music Theatre International, New York, NY.

Christmas concerts

You are invited to join the students of Greenwood Mennonite School for their annual Christmas concert series celebrat-

ing the birth of Jesus. This Christmas season we will offer two opportunities for you to enjoy traditional Christmas music that celebrates the true meaning of Christmas. On Thursday Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. join middle and high school grades. The program will feature the Middle School Choir, the Junior High Chorus, Senior High School Chorale, Ensemble and a combined Mass Choir under the direction of Kevin Yoder. Also featured for the evening will be the Junior and Senior High School bands doing a number of instrumental selections under the direction of Lowell Bechtel. Admission is free. The school is located at 12802 Mennonite School Road between Routes 16 & 36 just east of Greenwood. Visit www.gms-flames.org for more information or call 302-349-4131, to learn more details about Greenwood Mennonite School.

Longaberger sale

The Delmar Lions Club is holding a Longaberger basket sale with all proceeds going to the community and the visually impaired. Baskets, with blue and orange trim and Wildcat paws, cost $49 each. The price of the lid, with a Delmar and Wildcat logo, is $30. Liners and dividers are available upon request. For more information contact Mildred Riley at 8463846 or kragera@verizon.net

Ham and Turkey Shoot

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date Dec. 27) at 11:30 a.m., at Ellendale VFW, on V.F.W. Road. Directions: 1/2 mile south of U.S. 113 and 16 intersection). Refreshments will be available for sale. For cancellations call 302-422-2948 or cell 302-249-7025.

S.C. Genealogical Society

The Sussex County Genealogical Society will meet on the second floor of

the Rehoboth Beach Public Library, 226 Rehoboth Ave., on Saturday, Dec. 20, at 10:30 a.m. Members and non-members alike are invited to enjoy holiday refreshments while we share stories about our research successes and help each other with suggestions to overcome “brick walls.” Take a break from frantic holiday preparations. Join our celebrations and discussions. They are open to anyone interested in learning how to search for their family history. Parking is plentiful and the fellowship and refreshments are enjoyable. For further information call 875-5418, or visit our website at www.scgsdelaware.org.

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Nanticoke Senior Center’s trip to Franklin Institute ‘Narnia’ Exhibit will be on Thursday, Jan. 15 at 8 a.m. Trip includes: motor coach transportation, admission to Franklin Institute, lunch at Old Country Buffet, all tips and gratuities. Cost is $60 for members and $65 for non-members.

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Bus trip to Kansas City and St. Louis, Mo. sponsored by Mt Calvary United Methodist Church, 28 Church St., Bridgeville, on Aug. 8-15. Eight days and seven nights Cost is $980 per person, double occupancy which includes bus, breakfast, dinner, hotel accommodations, taxes and meal gratuities and baggage handling at hotels as well as admission to such sites as The Cross at the Crossroads (a 198 foot-high cross surrounded at the base by a 10 commandments display), Scout Joplin House “The King of Ragtime” Black World History Museum, Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, American Jazz Museum, Grant Farms (Home of the Busch Family), tour of St. Louis and Kansas City, visit to Hallmark Visitors Center, shopping at the Crown Center and many more. Down payment of $200 is due by Jan. 15, 2009 – payments thereafter are $130 per month until July 4.

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Embroiders’ Guild

The Sussex Chapter of Embroiders’ Guild meets on the second Monday of the month at the CHEER Center in Georgetown. All levels of stitchers from beginner to advanced are welcome to attend. For details call 302-539-9717.

Coast Guard Auxiliary

Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 12-04 meets the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Nanticoke River Yacht Club in Blades. Call Wayne Hickman at 6296337 for details.

S.C. Advisory committee

The Sussex County Advisory Committee for the Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities will meet at the Sussex County West Administrative Complex, North DuPont Highway, Georgetown, at 10 a.m. Agendas and minutes can be viewed on the county’s website at www.sussexcountyde.gov. All meetings are open to the public. For more information, call Raymond Moore, Chair, at 4368132. Submit Bulletin Board items by noon, Thursday. Send to Morning Star Publications PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973, email to editor@mspublications. com or drop off at 628 West Stein Hwy., Seaford.

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Host of annual DuPont party helps make this a wonderful life DuPont Company memories are kept alive by small groups of peoAT URPHY ple who meet throughout the year. There are of course the Golden Roy Lare loves racing, Girls, a group that meets at the Seaford Pizza King and a few othcountry music, eating and ers who get together to preserve their DuPont Company memories, telling stories, which he but mostly they meet to see each other. It’s a fact that, like World can do with the best of War II veterans, their numbers are shrinking each year. them. For the last maybe five years, Roy Lare of Federalsburg has hosted a Christmas party at the VFW in Feder- not keep Roy down. This party and his alsburg, where he is commander. The party friends were too important for him to ignore. is for all those who worked in mainteWell, Roy Lare is just another average nance in the DuPont plant. It is usually person who I have met in my life, but on the second Sunday of December and again I ask myself, “Are there any average Roy typically calls some of the employpeople?” ees, asking them to remind others. I’m reminded this time of the year of Now, this story is not about some of the movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life.” Roy our many adventures at the DuPont Comwould be one of those bringing help to the pany, although I do think the Seaford Mumain character, George Bailey, played by seum should have some of these recorded. Jimmy Stewart in the movie. Yes, it’s a It’s about Roy. If you were one of the wonderful life, made so by the many peo3,000 or so who worked at the plant, ple who cross our paths and touch us in a chances are you knew him, or came in special way. contact with him. Roy started his maintenance career as an insulator, then building Now, they want some memories of mechanic and later, much to our dismay, Trap Pond, according to last week’s front the company made us all general mechanpage article. Probably the Hudson family ics. It simply meant we knew a little would be among the best at sharing some about everything mechanical, or plumbof those memories. I do remember Julian ing, but mostly we didn’t, especially me. or Earl telling me as youngsters they reThis provided us an opportunity to be all member driving cars onto the frozen-over over the DuPont site and it’s how everypond. one got to know Roy. Roy loves racing, country music, eating and telling stories, which he can do with the best of them. He could not stand for someone to beat him back to Federalsburg after work and that giant Chrysler (I think) muscle car was put to the test many times. ”Never burns a drop of oil,” Roy told a B ank-issued, FDIC- insured to $100,000 group of teasers one day. A few weeks later, one of the group pulled by Roy’s to see *APY him adding a quart of oil to his ancient pride and joy. Roy was kidded about this to his last day at the plant. 2-year Minimum deposit $5,000 Like I said, I’m not going to tell a bunch of DuPont stories here, but I want *Annual Percentage Yield (APY) effective 12/15 /08. CDs are federally insured up to $100,000 (principal and interest accrued to share the great character of one of those but not yet paid) per issuing institution. CDs are also federally who worked there and that is Roy. insured up to $250,000 (principal and interest accrued but not yet paid) in qualified retirement accounts per issuing institution. I told Carl Short and others at the dinSubject to availability and price change. CD values may decline in ner on Sunday, “You know Roy is one a rising interest rate environment, and the market value may fluctuate if sold prior to maturity. The amount received from the sale person who, when you think of him, imof a CD at current market value may be more than, less than or equal to the amount initially invested, FDIC Insurance does not mediately a smile or uncontrolled laughter cover losses in market value in these instances. Early withdrawal comes to you.” Roy and his wife, Cathy may not be permitted. Yields quoted are net of all commissions. You pay no additional commissions, annual fees or periodic and daughter, Kim plan this party by charges. The estate feature allows heirs to redeem the certificates themselves, wrapping more than 100 gifts of deposit upon the death of an owner at face value, interest earned, subject to limitations, CDs require the distribution of that are traded around in one of Roy’s interest and do not allow interest to compound. CDs offered through Edward Jones are issued by banks and thrifts nationwide. sometimes hilarious games. He buys part $5,000 minimum investment per issuing institution. All CDs sold by of the food, although everyone brings Edward Jones are registered with the Depository Trust Corp. (DTC) something, and is the host for the event, Call or visit your local making sure everyone feels special for being there. financial advisor today. There he was up in front of everyone at Melinda R. Tingle the start of the dinner announcing the Financial Advisor VFW chaplain, who led in the opening prayer. Roy was as excited as a 10-year-old 204 Laureltowne boy with his first Phillies baseball card Front St & Delaware Ave. and he warned his audience, “I’ll be back Laurel, DE 19956 on the air shortly.” 302-875--0355 Roy has had a tough year health wise, but you would have never known it. He www.edwardjones.com spent 18 days in the hospital with a heart operation and complications, being on the critical list for several days, and later a MAKING SENSE OF INVESTING carotid artery had him down, but you do

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Another person who can tell a few stories about it is my wife, Kay, and this is from the middle 1950s until the early 1960s. Kay worked for Al Kehnast and his wife Seal in the concession stand down at Trap Pond. There were seven children in the Kehnast family, Ann Marie, Jo Anne, Alberta, Paul, Carol, Ronnie and Lorraine. Lorraine is married to Jack Whaley and her comment about that great time in her life is, “We had more than we have now,” referring to the closeness of people versus the “things” of today. Kay was number eight in her family and her best memories of growing up are from her first job for Al and Seal at the long-gone concession stand. “I can’t begin to tell you much I made. He was so good to us,” said Kay. Friends who were at the pond with Kay much of the time included cousins Patsy and Joyce Lowe, Ann and Jeanie Ferrell and many others. Kay remembers sitting on the ice cream freezer with blankets around them during the early part of the season as they filled out forms for the many campers who considered Trap Pond a downstate paradise. They cooked hamburgers and hot dogs on grills, sold candy, drinks and many other small notions that kept the small concession stand running. Kay said, she never had a problem with the campers. “Everybody was so nice.” One day a customer came up and ordered a “hoagie.” Kay had never heard of one of these and Al had to tell her what it was. The customer settled for a cheesesteak sandwich.

Kay fondly remembers the lifeguards, the chained in swimming area and the large groups of people who took swimming lessons there. Kay said there were always stories about “the hole,” a deep spot in the swimming area that according to legend was full of snakes. Kay still remembers Andy Dulis throwing swimmers up in the air, to their delight, and the renting of canoes and tire tubes. She said that parents often left their kids all day, with no need to be concerned for safety. Try that today! Another favorite among Kay’s memories was Bonard Layton taking his bus riders first to his store and then to Trap Pond on the last day of school. One memory Kay had, I did not particularly enjoy. She says she met a nice boy from Pennsylvania. (Hey, I’m not from Pennsylvania.) Well, every one of us has memories of Trap Pond, whether it’s riding the back roads, meeting someone there, or the great family outings at the picnic pavilion. I hope some of you share your memories with Jim Hall, director of the Nature Center, at 227-6991, or by e-mail at Jim.Hall@state.de.us. You know, there is so much more to share this week, but as you can see I’ve talked myself right out of space. “Sure Shot” Dick Whaley, please do not buy me anything related to hunting for Christmas. A $100 gift certificate to the Phillies would be nice!

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MORNING STAR • DECEMBER 18 - 24, 2008

Church Bulletins Mt. Olivet Preschool openings

Mt. Olivet Preschool has added another three-year-old class to its program. There are limited openings in the three and fouryear-old classes. Call Linda Stephenson at 629-2786 for details.

Gospel Café

Centenary United Methodist Church, located on the corner of Poplar & Market streets, Laurel, holds its Gospel Café every Saturday night from 6 to 9 p.m., Featuring: Bruce & Nancy Willey Music Ministry – Live Christian Music – Fellowship – Refreshments. Saturday, Dec. 20 – Paul & Crystal Grandell, Frank Silva, Cassandra Abbott, Kaila Clucas, ALL-4-HIM. Everyone is invited to attend (Come as you are.) For more information, contact Bruce & Nancy Willey at 875-5539, or 875-7339.

‘The Wonder of Christmas’

The choir of the Atlanta Road Alliance Church will present a musical celebration, “The Wonder of Christmas,” on Friday, Dec. 19, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 21, at 7 p.m. The title encapsulates many emotions, memories and truths about this amazing event, and the collection of contemporary songs and traditional Christmas carols reminds us of the majesty of the Savior’s birth. The Atlanta Road Alliance Church is located at 22625 Atlanta Road, in Seaford, approximately 1-1/2 miles north of Stein Highway. For more information about this free concert, call 629-5600.

‘Be Not Afraid’

Laurel Baptist Church invites you and your family to their Christmas presentation of the play, “Be Not Afraid” on Sunday evening, Dec. 21, at 7 p.m. The church is located on the 33506 Bi-State Boulevard, west side of 13A, approximately 2 miles south of town. Any questions, call Shirley at 875-2314.

Candlelight service

Laurel Baptist Church will be hosting a Christmas Eve candlelight service at 8 p.m. Everyone is invited. The church is located at 33506 Bi-State Boulevard, west side of 13A, approximately 2 miles south of town. Any questions, call Shirley at 875-2314.

A watchnight celebration

Mt. Calvary United Methodist Church, 28 Church Street, Bridgeville invites you to join the Bridgeville Charge as they say goodbye to 2008 and welcome to 2009 at 10 p.m. on Dec. 31. They will be celebrating with prayer, praise, singing, preaching and worship. Refreshments will be served after the service. There will be a free will offering. The special guests will be the “Watson Four Gospel Singers” of Salisbury Md. The Watson Four Gospel Singers have appeared on the Bobby Jones Gospel Show, have performed with such artists as Aretha Franklin, the late James Cleveland, the Harmonizing Four, the Dixie Hummingbirds, the Williams Brothers, the Mighty Clouds of Joy, Canton

Spirituals and many others. They have also been recognized by Simply Gospel Music Newsletter and the Gospel Truth Magazine. For more information call 302-5425752. The Rev. Baron N. Hopkins Sr, is the Pastor.

Christmas program

The Delmar Church of God of Prophecy is excited to invite you to their Musical Christmas Program “Everything Glorious.” The program will be on Dec. 20 and Sunday, Dec. 21, at 7 p.m. with free admission. The songs have a contemporary approach to the Christmas message, which reminds us to “celebrate the joy of Christmas,” the joy of family and friends brought together again because of the baby Jesus. The host pastor of the church is Bishop Michael Phillips. The church is located on Rt. 13, three miles north of the Maryland/Delaware state line. Refreshments will be served following the performance. A Toys R Us Gift Card will be given away each night. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 8757824 or 875-3242.

Musical ‘Be Not Afraid’

You are invited to Central Worship Center for the presentation of the Christmas musical, “Be Not Afraid.” The dates are Saturday, Dec. 20, at 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 21, at 10:30 a.m. A nursery is provided. Central Worship Center is located at 14545 Sycamore Road, Laurel.

Centenary UMC combined service

A combined worship service will be held on Dec. 21, at 11 a.m., with a Children’s Cantata. Christmas Eve Services – Dec. 24- at 7 p.m., and 10 p.m. candlelight. On Dec. 28, at 9:45 a.m., combined services with light refreshments prior.

‘Parents, Meet Your Teens’

The Atlanta Road Alliance Church will host “Parents, Meet Your Teens,” a seminar on Biblically guiding your teen by Paul Tripp, on Saturday, Jan. 10, from 8:30 a.m.-noon. The format will be a live conference on DVD followed by a discussion time. Parents of teens and pre-teens are invited to attend. Paul Tripp is a pastor, author, and founder of Paul Tripp Ministries, a non-profit organization whose mission statement is “connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life.” Cost of the seminar is $5 per person (free if you bring a friend) and includes bagel bar and coffee as well as lunch. Call Pastor Dave Krilov at 629-5600 to register. The registration deadline is Wednesday, Jan. 7. The Atlanta Road Alliance Church is located at 22625 Atlanta Road, Seaford, approximately 1-1/2 miles north of Stein Hwy (Rt. 20).

Sounds of Joy’

Gumboro United Methodist Church will host “Sounds of Joy” on Dec. 20 at 7 p.m.

DIRECTORY: Your Guide To Local Houses of Worship TRINITY UNITED METHODIST Trap Pond, CHURCH NearLaurel, Del. 875-7715 Sun. School 9:00 a.m. Worship 10:00 a.m. Pastor Julie A. Lewis

“A caring church, a giving church, a sharing church; showing love, warmth and friendship to all.”

St. John’s United Methodist Church

Pine & Poplar Sts., Seaford 302-629-9466 E-mail: st_johns@verizon.net NURSERY & HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

SUNDAY WORSHIP 8:30 & 11:15 am Traditional 9:45 Sunday School 10:00 am Hearts Afire (Contemporary) Come as you are… and be transformed in the love of Christ!

Centenary United Methodist Church

“Where Caring is Sharing” “NEW SONG!” - Contemporary Celebration, 8:45 a.m. Sunday School, Classes for ALL ages, 9:45 a.m. Traditional Family Worship, 11:00 a.m.

Rev. K. Wayne Grier, Pastor, 875-3983 200 W. Market St., Laurel, Del.

CHURCH OF CHRIST

1010 S. Central Ave., Laurel Ph: 875-7748 Minister: Ian J. Drucker Worship Services: Sunday 10 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Bible Study: Sun. 9:00 a.m.; Wed. 7:00 p.m. In The Interest Of New Testament Christianity

CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 510 S. Central Ave., Laurel, DE Rev. Donna Hinkle, Pastor Church: 875-4233 ��n�a� �er�i�es� 8:30 am Praise 9:30 am Sunday School,10:45 am Worship

DIAL DAILY DEVOTIONS: 875-4309

St. Philip’s Episcopal Church 600 S. Central Ave., Laurel, DE 19956

(302) 875-3644

The Rev. Dr. Howard G. Backus, Rector www.dioceseofdelaware.net/churches/stphlps.html Holy Eucharist with Healing Sunday ~ 8:30 & 10:30 am Church School ~ 9:30 am

Christ Evangelistic Church Great Worship - Talented Singers Loving People - Powerful Preaching Youth Group Wednesday 7:00 pm

Worship 10:45 a.m. • Sun. School 9:45 a.m. Wed. Night 7:00 p.m. • Sun. Night 7:00 p.m. Located on Camp Road between the Dual & Alt. 13 For info call: 629-3674 or 875-2915 Sr. Pastor Roland Tice

Christian Church of Seaford Dual 13N., Seaford, DE • 629-6298

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Morning Worship 10:30 Wed. Night Service & (Nursery & Jr. Church) Youth Groups 7:00 p.m. A Firm Foundation • A Sure Hope • An Unending Love 94 Walnut St. Laurel, DE 19956

875-7873

“A Place to Belong”

SUNDAY WEDNESDAY Underground Family Worship (7-12 grade) 6:15 p.m. 10:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Prayer Team ‘The Table’ God’s Big Back Yard (last Wed. of mo) 7:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m.

Centrally located at 14511 Sycamore Rd., Laurel, DE 19956

Sunday School - 9 a.m.; Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. FasTrak Children’s Ministry - 10:30 a.m.; E318 Youth - 6 p.m. Wednesday Midweek Services - 7 p.m.

For info, call 875.7995 or visit www.centralworshipcenter.org

St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Road 68, South of Laurel Laurel, Del.

Sun. School 10 a.m. • Worship 9 & 11 a.m. Wed. Night Bible Study 7 p.m. Hymn Sing: Last Sunday Each Month - 7 p.m.

Delmar Wesleyan Church www.StPaulsUMCLaurelDE.org

Pastor - Donald Murray - 856-6107

800 East Street Delmar, MD 21875 “The Church That Cares” 410-896-3600 Pastor James C. Hitch

Sunday: Sunday School 10 M Worship 11 AM & 6 PM

Wednesday: Bible Study 7 PM

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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 543 N. BRADFORD ST., SEAFORD, DEL. • 629-7161

Rev. Michael A. Hopkins, Pastor

WEDNESDAY SUNDAY Sunday School......9:45 a.m. Prayer & Praise 7:00 p.m. Worship...............11:00 a.m. Patch Club (kids) 7:00 p.m. Eve. Worship........7:00 p.m. Youth Group 6:00-8 p.m.

Mt. Calvary A.M.E. Church, Concord, is sponsoring its “Angel Food” Free Breakfast and Clothing Giveaway on Saturday, Dec. 20, beginning at 7 a.m. For more information, contact Evelyn Maddox at 629-3159.

11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Service. The church is located on 800 E. East St., Delmar, Md. Everyone is welcome

Victory Junction Gala

Booker Street Church of God, Georgetown, is sponsoring a ‘Toys-4-Joy’ drive to help families in extreme situations during the Holiday Season. To make a donation of money, new clothes and/or toys, call Peggy at 302-856-3404, or 856-9097 church. Toys may also be dropped off at the church now through Dec. 20.

Victory Junction, where God and music meet, host is Joe Dawson Music Ministry. A gala Christmas covered dish dinner and sing, will be held Dec. 21, from 5-9 p.m. Guests will be John O’Day, Pam Rush, Jack Andrews, Laura Mitchell, Amy Holloway Stark, C. Bud Scott, J.R. Mayle, “Lights of Home,” Phil Davis, Bill Primrose, Frank Silvia, Bunky Eye, Gill Dorey and many more. This will be held at Millsboro V.F.W. Hall. For information call 302-934-6995.

Latin Mass

Woodland U.M.C. Services

Toys-4-Joy drive

A Latin mass according to the Missal of 1962 is celebrated on the third Sunday of every month at 3 p.m. at Holy Cross Church in Dover. The mass will be celebrated on Dec. 21. The mass is always a Missa Cantata using traditional Gregorian chant. For further information, call 302674-5781.

Christmas Cantata

Church of God of Prophecy in Seaford, invites you to join us for our Christmas Cantata, Sunday, Dec. 21, at 10:45 a.m. Everyone is welcome.

Woodland United Methodist Church Christmas services are as follows: Dec. 21 – Christmas program and party at 7 p.m. & Christmas Cantata at 9 a.m. Dec. 21 – Dec. 24 – Christmas Eve candlelight service, 8 p.m. Directions: approximately 4 miles west of Seaford across from Woodland Ferry. Call 629-5404 or 629-8775 for information.

Candlelight service

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

OUR LADY OF LOURDES CHURCH

A Cooperative S.B.C. Church 805 Atlanta Rd., Seaford, DE

532 Stein Hwy., Seaford, DE 19973 Redemptorist Fathers • 629-3591

Sunday School 9:30 am Worship 10:45 am & 6:30 pm Children’s Church 10:45 am SPANISH Worship 10:45 am Wednesday Activities 7 pm Pastor: Homer McKeithan Youth Minister: James Hollis Music: Jim Burket “The Cross Is Grounded In Grace”

MASSES: SUNDAY: Sat. Eve. - Vigil 4:30 p.m.; Spanish 7:30 p.m. Sunday - 7 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 11 a.m. DAILY: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 9 a.m. Wed. 9 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.; First Sat. 9 a.m. HOLY DAYS: Eve. 7:30 p.m.; 9 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. NOVENA DEVOTIONS: Wed. 9 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. CONFESSION: Sat. 4:30 p.m.

A Gathering Of Faith Come together under Christ’s roof and share together in his love. Attend Church this Sunday

SUNDAY WORSHIP

WEDNESDAY NIGHT

Ministry for the whole family 7 PM

Pastor Stacey Johnson

28261 Seaford Rd., Laurel, 2 miles N. of Laurel on Alt. 13

302-877-0443

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CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH

315 N. Shipley St., Seaford, DE 19973 • 302-629-9755 Pastor: Rev. Andrew C. Watkins www.christlutheranseaford.com

Praise Worship 8:30 AM • Sunday School 9:30 AM • Traditional Worship 11 AM

Laurel Baptist Church, SBC 22625 Atlanta Road, Seaford, DE (302) 629-5600 - www.atlantaroadcma.org Sunday

Wednesday Evening

9:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Worship, Nursery, Classes for Kids-Adults 7:00 p.m. Evening Service

6:45 Catalyst Youth (grades 7-12), DivorceCare 7:00 Prayer Meeting, Men’s Group, KidStuf 103 (K-6 Kids & their parents, 1 & 3rd Wed.)

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Church School -All Ages - 9:15 a.m. Worship Service - 10:00 a.m. Rev. Rick Elzey Wings of Prayer - Tues. 7:00 p.m. Come Join Our Family

11 AM and 6 PM ~ Sunday School 9:45 AM

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CHURCH OF GOD

The Church by the Side of the Road 15092 Cokesbury Rd, Georgetown, DE (302) 629-5222 • www.cokesburywc.org Pastor Harold Carmean & Congregation Sunday School 9 am Contemporary Church Service 10 am

The Delmar Wesleyan Church is having their Christmas Cantata, “Welcome To Our World,” on Sunday, Dec. 21, at the

“The Pickle Church” CHRIST THE CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH

VICTORY TABERNACLE

You are invited to a special Christmas Eve candlelight service at 6 p.m. at Laurel Wesleyan Church. Prelude music beginning at 5:30 p.m. Laurel Wesleyan Church is located 1/2 mile north of Laurel on Rt. 13A. For more information call 875-5380.

Christmas Cantata

PO BOX 60, LAUREL, DE 19956

PRE-SCHOOL - 12TH GRADE - Office 629-7161 Quality Traditional Education Since 1973 Fully Accredited By Middle States in ACSI

302-629-8434 • www.graceseaford.org

Mt. Calvary A.M.E. breakfast

Located at Tyndall’s Furniture Plaza on Discountland Rd & Rt. 13, Laurel 302-875-4646

Dr. Carl G Vincent, Senior Minister Pastor Barry B. Dukes, Music Minister Sunday 9:30 am Wednesday 7:00 pm Children’s Church • Nursery

SEAFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

CHRISTMAS PERFORMANCE - Amanda Jones left, Cassandra Abbott, Makenzie George and Kaila Clucas from Seaford, all recently sang at the Gospel Café in Laurel. Several of the girls are to perform again at the Dec. 20, Café Christmas presentation. Submitted photo.

Messiah’s Vineyard Church

Mount Olivet

Serving Christ in the Heart of Seaford since 1830 315 High St. • Seaford, DE

Sunday Services: Informal Worship in Chapel 8:30 a.m. Traditional Worship 11:00 a.m. Sanctuary 9:45 Sunday School

Pastor: Rev. Jim Sipes • 302-629-4458 PROFESSIONAL NURSERY CARE PROVIDED

Laurel Wesleyan Church Rt. 13A, Just North of Laurel

Sunday School - 9:30 Worship - 9:00 & 10:45 Sunday Evening Worship Wed. 6:30 p.m. - Youth Ministries & WKID, The Zone, Children’s Ministries

Church 875-5380 • Sr. Pastor Ken Deusa Asst. Pastor: Rev. Rick Green; Youth: Kyle Horton Children’s Pastor: Marilyn Searcey

Where everybody is somebody & Jesus Christ is Lord 33056 Bi-State Boulevard, Laurel, DE 19956 LBC Sunday School ~ 10:00 Morning Worship ~ 11:00 Wednesday Bible Study ~ 7:00 P.M. Nursery Provided Pastor: Rev. Steven Booth Music Director: Linda Lewis

302-875-7998

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

629-7979 Holy Eucharist: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School & Adult Forum: 10:30 a.m. Thurs. Eve. Service: 6 p.m. Front & King St., Seaford, DE

The Rev’d. Jeanne W. Kirby-Coladonato, Rector

Seaford Church of Christ Acapella

(Rm. 16:16)

N. Dual 13, P.O. Box 783, Seaford, DE 19973 302-629-6206 Evangelist - G. W. Cliver - 629-6206 Elder - Don Birch - 629-8949 Elder - Ron Russell - 629-6033 Sunday School 10 a.m. Sun. Worship 11 a.m., Sun. Evening 6 p.m Wed. Evenings 7 p.m. Live For God, Love Each Other, Light The World

Thank You to the churches that sponsor these pages. Your contribution makes it possible for the “Good News” to be published each week.

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Obituaries Shirley Ann Bradford Yates, 73

Shirley Ann Bradford Yates of Delmar died Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008, at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury. She was born in Berlin on March 14, 1935, the daughter of C. Ralph Bradford and Doris Palmer Bradford, who predeceased her. Shirley lived a Christian life and attended Lone Branch Baptist Church in Jonesville, Va., along Shirley Ann Yates with various other churches in her lifetime. She raised her family as the “railroad widow” of the late Henry Yates. She loved to travel and had a home in Lakeland, Fla., and Jonesville, Va. where she enjoyed spending time with many friends and family members. Music was her passion. She played the piano, was a wonderful singer and dancer and loved to two-step and clog. Most importantly, she will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Marion Yates who passed in 1999; a grandson, Marco Nicholas Hastings; two brothers, Milton P. Bradford and James C. “Jimmy” Bradford and a sister-in-law, Bette Bradford Hearn. She is survived by a son and his wife, Jerry Edward and Sally Messick Yates of Delmar, Del.; a daughter and her husband, Yvonne Adele Yates and Kenneth Alan Hastings of Reeds Spring, Mo.; five grandchildren, Joel Henry Yates, Heather Hastings Tiff and her husband Mike, Tradd Alan Hastings, Emily Jayne Hastings and Molly Elizabeth Hastings; two great-grandchildren, Bryce Gavin Tiff and Austyn Jayde Tiff; two brothers, Charles R. Bradford and his wife, Joyce of Lakeland, Fla., and Wilbur W. Bradford and his wife Susan of Pittsville, Md.; a sisterin-law, Penny Bradford of Salisbury, Maryland; and a faithful friend, Ron Sheffield of Delmar, Maryland. She is also survived by an uncle, aunts and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service was held on Friday, Dec. 12, at Bowen Methodist Church Cemetery in Newark, Md. The Rev. J. Harvey Dixon officiated. Arrangements were in the care of Short Funeral Home in Delmar. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com.

Marten Dale Lewis Sr., 80

Marten Dale Lewis Sr. of Georgetown passed away Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008, at

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Obituaries are run without charge thanks to the support of area churches

Beebe Medical Center in Lewes. He was a member of the Life Church in Millsboro, and enjoyed spending time with his family, reading the Bible, and watching game shows. Dale retired from Townsend’s milling operation. He was the son of William and Helen Vickers Lewis, who predeceased him. Dale was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years Helen L Thomas Lewis who passed away in 2000. Surviving him are his children; Marten Dale Lewis Jr. and wife Sheryl of Frankford, Janice Lewis and husband Anthony of Georgetown, and Beverly Daisey and husband Jeff of Georgetown; two brothers; Morris Lewis of Millsboro and Robert Lewis of Delmar; one sister; Etta Morris of Laurel; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Services were held Saturday, Dec. 13, at Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro. Interment was in Carey’s Cemetery, Millsboro. Letters of condolence may be emailed via watsonfh.com; or delmarvaobits.com

Lonney H. Conoway, 92

Lonney H. Conoway of Laurel passed away at home on Dec. 8, 2008. He was born in Delmar, Del., on May 13, 1916, a son of Edward and Florence Conoway, who preceded him in death. Lonney was a retired welder for the E.I. DuPont Company in Seaford. He was a member of the Odd Fellows Lodge #27 of Laurel. His family will also remember him for his enjoyment of fishing. Besides his parents, he was also pre-

ceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Waller Conoway in 2006. He is survived by his daughter, Janice Records and her husband, Stanley; two grandchildren, Lisa Marvel and Chris Records; five great- grandchildren, Heather O’Day, Marisa Lowe, Holly Records, Jackson Records and Bryce Records. A funeral service was held on Friday, Dec. 12, at the Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home, Laurel. Pastor Ken Deusa officiated. Interment followed in Odd Fellows Cemetery in Laurel. Donations may be made in Mr. Conoway’s honor to a charity of your choice.

Marvin L. Short, Sr., 75

Marvin L. Short, Sr., of Seaford passed away Sunday, Dec. 6, 2008, in Doylestown, Pa. Marvin was born in Dover, a son of John W. and Margaret Fehl Short, who preceded him in death. Marvin and his wife enjoyed spending summers in Ocean City, Md. and winters in Port Ritchie, Fla. He was a devoted husband, father and family man who instilled his wisdom and love to all those around him. He loved his Lord, was a prayer warrior for his family and friends, and had a servant’s heart. He also loved the outdoors and being on the water, especially fishing. He was a member of Crossroads Community Church, Ocean City Worship Center and Severn Covenant Church. He was lead mechanic at United Airlines for several years, and retired in 1995. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Claire Messa Short; five children: Donna and her husband Mark Cook of Aroda, Va., Lee Jr. and his wife Carol Short of Houston, Texas - currently serving as missionaries to Mexico, Jack and his wife

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Francis Barretto Stewart, Jr., 48

Francis Barretto Stewart, Jr., of Laurel, passed away on Dec. 8, 2008, at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital. He was born in Washington, D.C. a son of Francis B. Stewart, Sr. and Susan Smith Stewart Friend, who predeceased him. Mr. Stewart was the owner/operator of Barretto Financial Services in Laurel. He was a man of many talents and will be fondly remembered by his family as a loving uncle and brother. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Dr. Sarah S. Dykstra, who passed away in 2006. He is survived by his sister, Geraldine Wilson Stewart and Marvin Offutt of Bowie, Md.; a step-brother, Thomas Friend and his wife Christina of North Carolina, and a step-sister, Patricia Alice Douglass and her husband Jamie of Port

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geville; daughters, Meg G. Bohmke and her husband David and grandchildren, Matthew, Greg and Natalie of Fredericksburg, Va., and daughter, Nan Hathaway and her husband Doug and granddaughters, Caroline, Elizabeth and Hillary of Woodstown, N.J. She is also survived by her sisters, Evelyn Butts, Geneva Penny Burkhart, Lorna Catrow, Marvene Braithwaite and Harriet Ann West. Memorial services were held on Tuesday, Dec. 16, at 11 a.m., at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Seaford. The family suggests donations may be made to the Seaford Historical Society, 203 High St, Seaford, DE 19973. Arrangements were handled by the Cranston Funeral Home.

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Roland R. Tyndall of Seaford died on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2008. Mr. Tyndall retired from the City of Seaford in 2000 after 43 years of service. He was a life member of the Seaford Volunteer Fire Department, and a member of Hiram Lodge AF & AM. A brother, Charles Tyndall preceded Roland in death. Roland is survived by: his wife of 52 years, Marion Swift Tyndall; three daughters, Paula Mitchell and her husband Jim of Seaford, Joanie Winstead and her husband David of Port Richey, Fla., and Roxanne Tyndall and her husband Jim Larner of Charlottesville, Va.; five grandchildren, Jami Everton, Kyle Mitchell, Jessica Winstead, Leah Winstead and Peter Larner; three step-grandchildren, Kory Mitchell, Chase Mitchell and Whitney Heyward, and two great-granddaughters. A brother, Ronald Tyndall and his wife Audrey; and two sisters, Marlene Maske and her husband Fred, and Theda Brittingham and her husband Ray, also survive him. Funeral services were on Monday, Dec. 15, at the Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford. Burial will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery. The family suggests donations may be made to the Seaford Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 87, Seaford, DE 19973.

Phyllis Snyder Gardner, 75

Phyllis Snyder Gardner of Seaford died on Friday, Dec. 12, 2008, at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, Md. She was born in Jones Springs, W.Va., on Sept. 21, 1933, a daughter of Wade Hampton Snyder and Ella DeHaven Snyder, who predeceased her. She was an avid gardener and loved golf, traveling and playing bridge; one of her greatest pleasures was cooking for her family and friends. Her husband of 48 years, Clarence M. “Skip” Gardner Jr. died in 2003. She was also preceded in death by her son, J. Bradford Gardner, and brothers, Lee Dick and John Bill Snyder. She is survived by her son, Clarence M. “Skip” Gardner III and his wife, Ursula and granddaughter Glynis of Brid-

Daniel Curtis Hopkins of Ellendale, unexpectedly passed away on Dec. 12, 2008. He was born on Oct. 10, 1938 in Baltimore, Md. to the late Curtis D. Hopkins. His mother, Mary A. Hopkins survives him. After he graduated from William Jason High School in 1957, he joined the Army and served until he was Honorably Discharged in 1966 at the rank of Sergeant. While completing his military service, both he and his wife began studying the Bible and they became dedicated servants of Jehovah, attending the local Kingdom Hall; he continued to be a member until his death. Daniel remained faithful to his wife Dorothy Mae Hopkins for 46 years until her passing on Nov. 11, 2005. His brother, Samuel Ray Hopkins, who is survived by his wife Margaret Ann, also precedes him in death. Daniel did everything he could to the best of his ability with honor and dedication. In doing so he built his business into a thriving company that constructed homes in a number of Delaware and Maryland communities. With this business he supported his wife and five children: Devinia Briddell. Delbert Hopkins, Dwayne Hopkins, Devon Hopkins, and Denise Figueroa. He also leaves behind three brothers: John Hopkins, Robert Hopkins and wife Evelyn and Nathaniel Hopkins and wife Edith; and one sister, Moezell Hopkins Hyland and husband Harvey. He has 11 grandchildren and one great granddaughter, and a host of nieces, nephews, sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws and friends. A viewing will be held on Friday, Dec. 19, from 6-8 p.m. at Watson Funeral Home, 211 S. Washington St., Millsboro. A service will be held on Saturday, Dec. 20, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness, 509 Airport Road, Milford, at 1 p.m. Interment will be in Milford Community Cemetery, Milford. Flowers and donations are appreciated. Letters of condolence may be emailed via watsonfh.com or delmarvaobits.com

Carolyn Mary Waddel, 66

Carolyn Waddel of Laurel, died Friday, Dec. 12, 2008, at Fort Myers Hope Hospice House after a long struggle with Leiomyosarcoma (LMS) disease. She was born a daughter of Harold and Alice Rhinehart de Graw in 1942 in Oneonta, N.Y. Her parents predeceased her. Stops along her life journey included homes in Cambridge, Laurel and Woodbine in Maryland, and Laurel, Del., and Fort Myers, Fla. After attending Western Maryland College, Westminster, Md,, Carolyn was employed at the National Science Foundation, D.C.; taught public elementary school and substituted; and edited small newspapers, including the Mt. Airy (MD) Messenger until her death. She will be cherished by husband James, sons Scott and Mark, grand daughter Katie, sister Nancy and husband David Strack and their children Amy and Alan, and friends Frank and Marlene Waddel, Bert and Paula Poulis and Leroy and Delores Moore. Carolyn was a unique blend of spunk, humor and various talents and interests. After being diagnosed with LMS in 2003, she became a devoted student of the disease and helped guide other victims as a member of LMS support groups. She was an avid internet Scrabble player and liked to research odd words and sayings.

PAGE 29 Always thrifty, Carolyn loved a brightly colored bargain from a yard sale or thrift store. The young “Aunt Carrot” was a speedy popcorn box filler at her parents’ Super 50 Drive-In in Cambridge. Through her parents’ ownership of several theatres, she was in Show Biz for 46 years. Carolyn enjoyed true crime stories, dancing to early rock hits, and the evening Jeopardy ritual. No electrical, plumbing, or mechanical repair was too tough for her to tackle. With her husband Jim and friends, Carolyn toured most of North and South America, northern Africa, Europe, and the British Isles. Donations honoring this remarkable woman may go to either LMSarcoma Direct Research, PO Box 52697, Tulsa OK 74152; or the Association of Cancer Online Resources, Inc (ACOR), 173 Diane St., Suite 3A, New York, NY 10013-3334.

Robert L. Adkins, Sr., 83

Robert L. Adkins, Sr. of Delmar passed away on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2008, at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury. A graveside service will be held on Thursday Dec. 18, at 1 p.m., at St. Stephens Cemetery in Delmar. Memorial contributions may be sent to Coastal Hospice, PO Box 1733, Salisbury, MD 21802. Arrangements by Short Funeral Home in Delmar.

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motion, color, portraiture and culture. Photographers are Billy Carey, Lewes; Matt Conrad, Harbeson; Nick Del Negro, Millsboro; Drake Dennis, Georgetown; Kelly Emory, Seaford; June-Rose Futcher, Lewes; Brian Green, Delmar; Jacob Hayes, Bridgeville; Travis Brown, Bridgeville; and Jennifer Lear, Harrington. Show curator/instructor is Keith Mosher, professional photographer/owner of Kamproductions and instructor for the communications program.

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Governor Ruth Ann Minner this week announced $55.1 million in budget cuts and spending reductions to help balance Delaware’s budget. These spending reductions are a result of significant reductions in forecasts of current year revenue collections by the Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council (DEFAC). “We have seen states throughout this country adversely affected by the current economic downturn and Delaware is no different,” said Governor Minner. “The cuts I am announcing are the just the first step in ensuring that our state ends the year in a financially sound position. The expenditure reductions announced this week are comprised of $53 million in reversions and $2.1 million in deposits to revenue. “We will work with the General Assembly and Judiciary to implement these reductions,” said Mike Jackson, acting director of the Office of Management and Budget. “Management controls put in place this fiscal year will continue, including the current hiring freeze,” Jackson said.

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For Christmas, how about a nice book? Cookbook, of course Coming up with ideas for gifts to give the various personalities on ORETTA NORR your holiday list can be daunting. It’s easy to find that perfect something if money is no object but “perfect” and “budget” are terms often hard to reconcile. If everyone on my list were a foodie like me, I’d have no problem. This year, there are absolutely wonderful and reasonably priced cookbooks from some of my inspirational sources and favorite chefs. These best sellers have a comRick Tramonto’s Roasted Parmemon theme. See if you can detect the 2008 san-Creamed Onions cookbook trend: Serves 4 • Rick Tramonto is one of America’s top chefs. In his cookbook Osteria! He 4 medium yellow onions adapts Italian bistro-style cooking to the 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil home kitchen. This is everyday food that’s Kosher salt and freshly ground black fit for special occasions. pepper • Described as “Italy meets California,” 1 cup heavy cream Giada di Laurentiis presents dishes with 1/4 cup dry white wine fresh ingredients and simple preparations 2 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, in Giada’s Kitchen. shaved (about 2 tablespoons) • In Ina Garten’s Back to Basics, it’s all about what’s readily available, in season, Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. and easy to prepare. Slice the onions into 1/4-inch thick • Bon Appétit’s Fast Easy Fresh presrings and lay them in a shallow baking ents everyday dinners that are quick, delipan, such as a sheet pan or jelly roll pan. cious and contemporary. Drizzle with the olive oil and season to Following, you will find one recipe se- taste with salt and pepper. lected from each of the four cookbooks. Roast for 15 to 18 minutes, or until

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Remove the bacon to a plate with a slotted spoon. Meanwhile, pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Liberally sprinkle the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. After the bacon is removed from the Dutch oven, add a few of the chicken pieces in a single layer and brown for about 5 minutes, turning to brown evenly. As they are done, remove the chicken pieces to the plate with the bacon and continue to add the pieces to the Dutch oven in batches until all the chicken is browned. Set aside. Add the carrots, onions, 1 tablespoon salt and 2 teaspoons pepper to the pot and cook over medium heat for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are lightly browned. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the Cognac. Stand back and carefully ignite the Cognac with a match to burn off the alcohol. Put the bacon, chicken and any juices that collect on the plate into the pot. Add the wine, chicken stock,and thyme sprigs and bring to a boil. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and place in the oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until the chicken is just no longer pink. Remove from the oven and place on top of the stove. Mash 2 tablespoons of the butter and the flour together in a small bowl and stir the paste into the stew. Add the frozen

onions. In a medium sauté pan, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and cook the mushrooms over medium-low heat for 5 to 10 minutes, until browned. Add to the stew. Bring the stew to a simmer and cook for another 10 minutes. Season to taste. Serve hot. Roast Side of Salmon with Mustard, Tarragon, and Chive Sauce From Bon Appétit’s Fast Easy Fresh. Here’s a quick way to feed a crowd. The salmon is also great made ahead and served chilled. Makes 8 to 10 servings 2/3 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup spicy brown mustard (such as Gulden’s) 6 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon 6 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 2 tablespoons (packed) golden brown sugar 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel 1 3 and 1/2-pound to 3 and 3/4-pound whole side of salmon with skin (about 1 and 1/2 inches thick at thickest part) Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 450 degrees. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Mix together first 7 ingredients in medium bowl. Season mustard sauce light-

ly with salt and generously with pepper. Place salmon, skin side down, on diagonal on the prepared sheet. Spoon 1/2 cup mustard sauce atop salmon, then spread over, covering completely. Sprinkle salmon generously with salt and pepper. Roast just until salmon is opaque in center, about 15 minutes. Using parchment as aid, transfer salmon to platter. Cut crosswise into pieces and serve with remaining mustard sauce. Butternut Squash and Vanilla Risotto Adapted from Giada’s Kitchen. Makes 4 entrée or 8 side-dish servings. 4 cups vegetable broth 1 large vanilla bean 3 cups butternut squash cut into 1-inch squares (about 12 ounces) 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 3/4 cup finely chopped onion (from 1 onion) 1 and 1/2 cups Arborio rice or mediumgrain white rice 1/2 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives In a medium saucepan, warm the broth over medium-high heat. Cut the vanilla bean in half lengthwise.

Scrape out the seeds and add them and the bean to the broth. When the broth comes to a simmer, reduce the heat to low. Add the butternut squash to the simmering broth and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked squash to a side dish. Turn the heat on the broth down to very low and cover to keep warm. Meanwhile, in a large, heavy saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until tender but not brown, about 3 minutes. Add the rice and stir to coat with the butter. Add the wine and simmer until the wine has almost completely evaporated, about 3 minutes. Add 1/2 cup of the simmering broth and stir until almost completely absorbed, about 2 minutes. Continue cooking the rice, adding the broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly and allowing each addition of broth to absorb before adding the next, until the rice is tender but still firm to the bite and the mixture is creamy, about 20 minutes total. Discard the vanilla bean. Turn off the heat under the risotto (and the remaining broth, if any). Gently stir in the butternut squash, Parmesan cheese, the remaining tablespoon of butter and the salt. Transfer the risotto to a serving bowl and sprinkle with the chives. Serve immediately.

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Education Education Briefs Career and college fair set at LHS The Laurel Senior High School will host a college and career fair, “Getting there: Finding your path to a successful future,” Thursday, Jan. 8, at 6 p.m. Counselors will discuss four-year colleges, scholarships, trade schools, career planning, financial aid, military, resume writing and two-year colleges. They will also help in finding schools for courses in medicine, insurance, banking, culinary arts, construction, heating and air conditioning and automotive repair. The career fair is sponsored by the Laurel High School guidance department. For further information, contact Joyce Sessoms, Dale Oddo, or Clarence Giles at (302) 875-6124.

High school waives application fee STUDENTS DELIVER WREATHS - Members of the Business Professionals of America at Sussex Technical High School recently delivered holiday wreaths to the CHEER Community Center on Route 9, east of Georgetown. The wreaths will hang in the building’s main hallway during the Christmas season. The students decorated the wreaths as part of their community service requirement for membership in the BPA. Kneeling, from left: Emir Laroya, Seaford, and Dylan Pepper, Milton. Standing: Courtlyn Whaley, Laurel, Amanda Mancuso, Seaford, Katelyn James, Laurel, Brittni Wallace, Milford, Jen Witke, Harbeson, and Heidi Perez, Georgetown.

The Delmarva Christian High School board is waiving the $125 student application fee for those students willing to make an early commitment to attend the school. Starting immediately, applications postmarked through Jan. 31 for the 2009-2010 school year will not be required to include the $125 student application fee. Applications already received for next school year will receive a credit.

The application fee will be reinstated after Jan. 31. Submission of a non-refundable $125 application fee is required from Feb. 1 to April 30, a non-refundable $250 application fee from May 1 to May 31 and a non-refundable $375 application fee from June 1 to June 30. The non-refundable application fee jumps to $500 after June 30. Delmarva Christian High School provides a Christ-centered education delivered by certified teachers for students in grades nine through 12. For more information, call 302-8564040 or visit the Web site www.delmarvachristian.com

Student Ambassadors Kendall Landis, Greenwood, a sophomore at Hesston College, Hesston, Kansas, has been selected a student ambassador. Student ambassadors host prospective students during their visits to campus. They provide campus tours and transportation to and from the Wichita airport or the train or bus station. “Ambassadors are crucial in providing a positive visit experience for prospective students, and in promoting Hesston College in other settings as needed,” Joel Kauffman, vice president of admissions, said.

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Students at Woodbridge High School are named to honor rolls Woodbridge High School announces that the following students have been named to the first marking period honor roll. 12th grade, high honor ro l l - Amber DeCarlo, Melody Gray, Jose Oyola, Kelsey Phelan, Christopher Podralski, Thomas Prentice, Forrest Pusey, Shaun Russell and Danielle Shaw. 12th grade, honor ro l l - Samantha Albanese, Jonathan Castrejon, Sarah Conn, Lindsey Cook, Angela Gaspar, Jesus Hernandez-Leon, Zachary Jones, Wade Moffett, Amber O’Donnell, Will Passwaters, Marcus Prattis, Samantha Richey, Christopher Rios, Angel Ruark, Levi Smith, Heather Solomon, Phillip Tran and Joshua Wililng. 11th grade, high honor ro l l Javier Cardenas-Sierra, Ashley Corey, Jere Hutson and Dominick Laurel. 11th grade, honor ro l l - Deshi Cephas, Hannah Coverdale, Jeremy Culver, Ludivina Felix-Marroquin, Mayvalee Gonzalez, Rebecca Hagerty, Calypso Harper-Sweetman, Sheri Hastings, Ti’arrah Hinton, Kevin Horstman, Desiree Hurst, Micah Idler, Thomas Jefferson, Aubrey Lake, Kyrra Lewandowski, Jason Moore, Brittany Myers, Benjamin Patterson, Tiffany Pepper, Austin Perry, Casey Reynolds, Melissa Rosado, Israel Villalobos, Elizabeth Walk, Kelli Warner, Leeann Watkins and John Wilkerson.

10th grade, high honor ro l l - Charina Goodman, David Marvel, James Pollard and Jordan Vazquez. 10th grade, honor ro l l - Ashlynne Bennett, Chelsea Blades, Anthony Cisneros, Rachel Doyon, Joshua French, Coty Hart, Demetriuce Height, Brittany Joseph, Christopher Massey, Kate Mullet, Diego Sanchez, Bret Smith, Courtney Taylor, Jerry Woolford and Sanna Zarin. Ninth grade, high honor ro l l - Ae Gin Chung, Patrick Davis, Alicia Hashman and Paul Nelson. Ninth grade, honor ro l l - Felix Agostini Rivera, Kimberly Albanese, Kayla Bevins, Amanda Lucas, Melissa Bonneau, Miranda Bowden, Mariah Brown, Ryan Chituck, Michael Collins, Jacqueline Cuny, Kadeisha Custis, Quanika Dale-Polk, Ivana Deshields, Anyea Griffin, James Hart, Ariah Holmes, Marrin Houston, Clifton Lacy, Dixie Magadan, Kye Masset, Erik Peterson, Joie Polite, Amanda Reed, Morgan Rifenburg, Olivia Smack, Courtney Smith, Sha-neice Stanley, Ashley Thomas, Elizette Torres, Brooke Truitt, Duben Velasquez-Perez, Taylor Walls, Aidid Wattds, Brantoya Whidbee, Eric Willey and Nefretiri Williams.

BONFIRE HELPS CHARITIES - Frank Makray’s Organizational Leadership class at Sussex Technical High School sponsored the annual homecoming bonfire in October and approximately 500 students attended. Admission was either $1 or a can of food to benefit two local nonprofit groups. On Wednesday, Dec. 10, class representatives delivered food to First State Community Action in Georgetown that will be distributed between LaCasita’s after-school program and the Delaware Prevention Network at the Richard Allen School, both in Georgetown. The students then traveled to Seaford where they delivered toys to the Youth Adored with Confidence, Talent and Atonement (YACTA) program at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. From left: student Destiny Drummond of Lincoln, Elaine Grice, coordinator of YACTA and student Betsy Coulbourn of Seaford.

Tech assistant principal nominated for national award Dr. John Demby, assistant principal at Sussex Technical High School, is the Delaware nominee for the 2009 National Assistant Principal of the Year. This award is sponsored jointly by the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) and Virco. It recognizes outstanding middle level and high school assistant principals who have demonstrated success in leadership, cur-

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Letters to the Editor Laurel Police Department cares about our kids

Stars’ Letters Policy

On behalf of the Laurel Athletic Program, I would like to thank Chief Jamie Wilson and the entire Laurel Police Department for their donation to the Laurel Athletic Program. On October 31, prior to the Laurel-Delmar football game, Chief Wilson presented a donation of $1,000 to both the Laurel Athletic program, and the Delmar Athletic program. In today’s times considering the financial struggles that all organizations and businesses are met with, the Laurel Police Department felt it best to help both athletic programs out financially with this generous gift. The Police Department could have invested this money back into their department, but chose to invest it into the students in the Laurel and Delmar school districts. I have had the chance to work closely with many members of the Laurel Police Department, and the one thing I can say is they sincerely care about our students and youth in the Laurel Community. Jerry Mears

Director of Athletics, Laurel School District

Letter of Thanks

We are especially reminded why it is so wonderful to live in a small town when we face loss, challenges, and even events of joy. On November 28, we unexpectedly lost our husband, father, and brother, Gary Carmean. He was a wonderful man with many, many friends. We were overwhelmingly reminded of this in the days following his death. Please accept our most heartfelt and sincere thanks for all the acts of kindness given in love to our family. Your calls, cards, visits, and support are truly appreciated and will not be forgotten. We would like to acknowledge with LEGALS - from Page 37 ceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before the 22nd day of July, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: David Yoho 503 Landis Lakes Ct. Louisville, KY 40245 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 12/11/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Thelma I. Young, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Thelma I. Young who departed this life on the 29th day of October, A.D. 2008 late of Delmar, DE were duly granted unto Joshua J. Smith on the 25th day of

All letters should include the writer’s name, address and phone number for verification purposes. Names will be published. No unsigned letters will be published. No letters which the management deems to be libelous will be published. The Star reserves the right to edit or reject any letters. Send your letters to Morning Star Publications, PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973, or you may email editor@mspublications.com

thanks, too, the Delmar rescue crew for prompt and professional service, Ken Athey for the beautiful celebration of life ceremony, and the members of the Laurel American Legion Home Auxiliary for providing the bereavement dinner and opportunity for friends and family to gather to share food and remembrances. To everyone, we give thanks for helping us through this difficult time of sadness and loss.

are all important to our committee. It was wonderful to celebrate the 15th year of this event with you and we are proud to be a part of your families’ traditions. Caroling at Gateway Park Committee, Trisha Newcomer, David and Cristine Layton

St. John’s auction a freat success The Fifth Annual St. John’s Preschool Spaghetti Dinner and Auction was a great success, raising $4,750 in funds for the school. St. John’s Preschool would like to thank our preschool families, our church family, the preschool staff along with the wonderful individuals and businesses in our community who consistently support the students of St. John’s Preschool. You are the reason for our continued success. A special thanks goes out to the 2008 Fundraiser Committee of the Preschool who put in many hours to make this year’s event a wonderful success. Thanks to Vertikal Expression of Gethesmane United Methodist Church who provided our entertainment for the evening. Thank you to the Seaford High School Key Club who volunteered their time to help run the event. What a tremendous group of young people.

Thank you to Carolyn Krams, Bridget Hershey, Janet Hackett & Anna Morgan who graciously ran our childcare activities. Thank you to Don Moore & Robin O’Day who ran our silent & live auctions. Thank you to Bob Freeborn, who is always there from the beginning to end to make sure everything runs smoothly. And lastly, thank you to Leigh Ann Parks and Susan Michel, who happily volunteered to run the kitchen. Our hearts are filled with gratitude. Thank you for your support. Connie Halter Preschool Administrator, St. John’s Preschool

Thank you, Tony I would like to send a note of appreciation to Tony Windsor. On Sunday, Dec. 7, he generously shared his musical talents with the residents, family members, friends and staff at Lifecare at Lofland Park in Seaford. He is a talented musician and great sport in sharing his God-given talents with everyone. A delightful performance, great way to celebrate a belated St. Nicholas day and Holiday season. Kay & Keith Truitt Family of a resident

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November, A.D. 2008, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administrator without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administrator on or before the 29th day of June, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Administrator: Joshua J. Smith 4574 White Deer Rd. Delmar, DE 19940 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 12/4/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Elsie Madelyn Hearn, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Elsie Madelyn Hearn who de-

parted this life on the 4th day of November, A.D. 2008 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto Ruth E. Lewis on the 19th day of November, A.D. 2008, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executrix without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executrix on or before the 4th day of July, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executrix: Ruth E. Lewis 16676 Sycamore Road Laurel, DE 19956 Attorney: Stephen P. Ellis P.O. Box 574 Georgetown, DE 19947 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 12/4/3tc

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Time to discuss consolidating school districts With states having to tighten their spending belts, facing large RANK ALIO deficits, now may be a good time Another cost savings for the new governor and newer members of the State Legislature would be to have all to consider school consolidation to schools designed with the save millions. I’ve been advocating this for same basic plans without years in my writing only to see my the frills. words fall on deaf ears. The only action coming from my urging of school consolidation was to see the so bad the legislator might pull the bill. superintendents unite and lobby to their You can’t tell me having a superintendlegislators against such an issue using the ent in each school district, a business spin such an action would cost more. manager and personnel manager is cost efTo which I say, “Hogwash.” fective. The City of Baltimore has more I know you can twist numbers to constudents than the entire Sussex County and vince people to see your way, either for or has just one superintendent. against an issue. I know, been there done Certainly we know that one business or that. When I was the administrative assispersonnel manager cannot manage the tant to the Secretary of Public Safety, I schools in each county, but with the title worked with the State Police and Motor changes you just have clerks receiving Vehicle department with their legislation. above minimum wage instead of executive When we wanted a bill passed the numbers were favorable; if there was a bill pre- wages. Not only will having one centralized sented by the legislature and we didn’t like school district in each county and for the it, our numbers were not so favorable or

City of Wilmington save money, but everyone in each county would receive the same quality education; no rich or poor districts, the same books, computers and training equipment for all students. Learning materials including books and computers would be bid in bulk resulting in lower prices and competitive bidding. This change is not an easy sell, not only to the superintendents and board members, who would lose their powers, but from the rich school districts who do not want to ‘subsidize’ the poor districts. You could still have an advisory board in each district, with one member from each board forming a central school board for each county, or just have one board member from each school. Sure the board members serve for nothing, but the cost of providing them with paper work, sending them to conferences, local meetings with school personnel adds up. Have a principal in charge of each school, but eliminate all the backups; have roving principals who can go to a school when needed. Administrative offices could

be reduced or eliminated; work out of the schools. In this case the governor, his secretary of education and the legislators need to be strong and remember this is about the kids and their futures, not about politics. Another cost savings would be to have all schools designed with the same basic plans without the frills. Having a basic print would save thousands on each school for architectural fees. A school is a place of learning, not a show place. We have a high school in Laurel that was built as a state of the art building, and was obsolete before it was occupied and the building has been nothing but problems since day one. The former high school, although they say it now has outlived its days, was designed similar to other schools during the 1930s. You see them all over Sussex County. In financial times like these everyone has to bite the bullet and take a hit, not just people working by the hour. The good ole days are gone, and the good ole boy network should follow.

Christmas memories of ill-shaped trees and doorway cards As a young boy coming down the stairs the day after ThanksgivONY INDSOR ing, I would know right away it must be close to the “Christmas For some reason my faseason.” My father had gotten up ther had a tradition that and placed his country music Christmas albums on the stereo dictated that we could not and they were filling the living room with holiday sounds. put a Christmas tree up For those younger folk who until Christmas Eve. don’t know what an album is, it is a black round disc which is about 10 times the size of a CD. My famost popular item among us young’uns. ther’s record player could stack several of Mom gave us a chance to pick out three these discs and then drop them one after things in the book that we wanted for the other. The needle would robotically Christmas and we would in all probability drop to the first band on the album and get one of them. I cannot think of a single play all selections before automatically time we didn’t get one of the items we starting the process again. I know that chose. compared to today’s technology that is a My childhood home was not decorated bit cumbersome, but you have to admit with store bought Christmas products like the whole process was quite impressive. small artificial trees or Santa Claus knickHowever, Dad had a state-of-the-art knacks, unless they had been passed down stereo, which actually meant he had a through at least two generations of family. huge, walnut finished console that But, the Christmas spirit could be destretched across the room like a dresser veloped through some homemade decoradrawer. The cabinet was about six-feet tions, like the Christmas cards Mom taped long, but the area that actually did all the up around the doors in the living room. work was probably less than half of that. At the time we must have gotten severNonetheless, the country Christmas al hundred Christmas cards because the music was one of the signals that ancards would be draped around doors and nounced Christmas was really on its way. windows like garland. The colorful holiday There were two other such signals that I cards matched perfectly the comic books would be waiting for and then I could be and newspapers Dad had wedged into the sure Christmas and Santa were within pafront door to keep out the draft. tient range. All of this was given a backdrop of One signal came while watching windows with thick plastic stapled over “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” on telthem to protect our house from the winds evision and a commercial would come on of winter. Our living room looked like a showing an animated Santa Claus racing flea market. down the snowy mountainside riding a Then there would be the plastic candeRemington electric razor. labras that had six lights. Traditionally, the The third and final sign was the Sears lights were orange, but when they burned & Roebuck “Wish Book.” This was the out Mom replaced them with any color

light she had. We had candelabras with red, blue, green and yellow lights. For some reason my father had a tradition that dictated that we could not put a Christmas tree up until Christmas Eve. Dad would always go out and cut the tree out of the woods himself. He would drag it home the afternoon of Christmas Eve and lean it up against the back of the house. It was always a cedar tree. I have never understood why a cedar of all trees. It is

the most ill shaped tree in the forest. It never resembled a tree in shape, just a mass of cedar needles. Those needles would fall off the tree and we would still be picking cedar needles out of our feet in July. I guess my childhood home did not rate a spot in Better Homes & Gardens, but one thing is sure, it embodied the spirit of Christmas and the joy of family. I wish I would have appreciated that a little more at the time.

Gas Lines AAA predicts more price drops

The price of gas continues its fall, with retail prices dropping more than a nickel this week in most areas. Prices have continued to fall since mid-September and are now in the price range last seen during early 2005. The biggest news this week centered on a significant drop in global oil demand, the AAA reports. AAA projects gas prices will continue to decline this month, given the falling price of crude oil, the single biggest component in gasoline. Locally, one station on Stein Highway in Seaford was selling regular gasoline for $1.51 a gallon on Monday, but the price increased by a penny on Tuesday.

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Do You See What I See? Are you tired of bad news yet? I am. I have heard enough predicEV ODD ROFFORD tions about how dismal 2009 will be to fill one of those tankers that Forget the negative the pirates keep hijacking. Why must all of our anticipations be self-speak and ask fearful and negative? One of the best aspects of God for help to sucChristmas is anticipation. In my household there is a discussion EVERY DAY about how many ceed this time. more days until Christmas. My children’s anticipation is that this will be the best Christmas ever. Believe this year that you are finally And no matter how great this Christgoing to conquer something you had all mas is, next year they will carry the same but given up on. This year you will pick anticipation. Why? Because children are that instrument back up, you will face much better at hoping than adults are. that fear, you will succeed at that difficult The message of Christmas is full of task. Forget the negative self-speak and hope. In Bethlehem, a dismal town facing ask God for help to succeed this time. hardship, shortage, oppression, and crime, Believe that God is at work in the peothe night air was pierced by the cries of ple you are praying for. Maybe you have the Savior of the world. prayed since 1990, but why shouldn’t Angels will proclaim and kings will 2009 be the year when the answer finally bow before the one who is the hope of all comes? ages. Jesus once said that to catch on to the Yet so many in that town will be in spirit of the Kingdom of God you needed the proximity of hope and still miss it. to become like a child. To do so includes Let’s not make the same mistake this letting yourself once again hope and trust Christmas. It’s time we understood that the attitude we take into a year helps deter- in the God who holds your future. I’ve traveled enough of the world to mine the results of that year. So, believe that this year you will have know how good God has been to me. And I’ve traveled enough of this life to know more than enough. You may not have the that the One who was faithful last year same amount you had last year, but you will see me through this year… with flywill not starve to death. God is going to ing colors! see to that.

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Police Journal Three men caught in drug bust

Three Bridgeville men were arrested Dec. 8 as part of an undercover marijuana investigation by members of the Delaware State Police Sussex County Drug Unit, Sussex County Governors Task Force and Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Police said that undercover detectives arranged to purchase several pounds of marijuana from Martin R. Santos, 41, of Bridgeville; Luis Hernandez, 37, of Bridgeville; and Abraham Munoz, 28, of Georgetown. This transaction was to occur at the car wash on U.S. 13 in Bridgeville. Police said that Santos, Hernandez and Munoz walked to the north side of the Bridgeville car wash. One of the suspects was observed carrying a dark colored bag, police said. Two of the suspects went to the north side of the parking lot and the third suspect walked to the west side of the parking lot, police said. When police arrived, they located a black bag in the trash near Hernandez, they said. The bag contained two pounds of marijuana in two plastic bags and was the same bag troopers observed one of the suspects carrying as they arrived at the car wash, police said. A subsequent search of Hernandez resulted in the seizure of six grams of marijuana, .1 gram of cocaine and a knife. After the apprehension, detectives obtained a search warrant for Santos’ and Hernandez’s residence in the 200 block of

Elizabeth Landing, Bridgeville. There, they seized an additional 4.1 pounds of marijuana, scales and drug paraphernalia. In addition, four children ranging from 11 months old to 11 years old were in the apartment. As a result of the investigation, a total of 6.1 pounds of marijuana was seized. Santos was arrested for trafficking marijuana, possession with intent to deliver marijuana, delivery of marijuana, maintaining a vehicle for keeping controlled substances, maintaining a dwelling for keeping controlled substances, two counts of second degree conspiracy, three counts of possession of drug paraphernalia and four counts of endangering the welfare of a child. He was remanded to the Sussex Correctional Institute in lieu of a $34,500 cash only bond. Hernandez was arrested for trafficking marijuana, possession with intent to deliver marijuana, maintaining a dwelling, possession of a deadly weapon during commission of a felony, carrying a concealed deadly weapon, two counts of second degree conspiracy, three counts of possession of drug paraphernalia, maintaining a vehicle for keeping controlled substances, delivery of marijuana and four counts of endangering the welfare of a child. He was remanded to the Sussex Correctional Institute in lieu of $45,500 cash only bail. Munoz was arrested for trafficking marijuana, possession with intent to deliver

marijuana, maintaining a dwelling, possession of a deadly weapon during commission of a felony, carrying a concealed deadly weapon, two counts of second degree conspiracy, three counts of possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of cocaine, maintaining a vehicle, delivery of marijuana and four counts of endangering the welfare of a child. He was remanded to the Sussex Correctional Institute in lieu of a $49,100 cash only bail. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents are investigating whether the men are legal residents of the United States.

Investigation recovers drugs

When the subject of an investigation into drug trafficking left his Seaford home on Dec. 12, police stopped his car because there were outstanding warrants on the man. As a result, Leontya Adkins, 26, of Conwell Street was charged with multiple counts, including trafficking cocaine. Members of the Delaware State Police Sussex County Drug Unit, Sussex County Governors Task Force, and Seaford Police Department were involved in the investigation. A search of his residence resulted in the recovery of 64.9 grams of cocaine, multiple digital scales drug paraphernalia and $770 cash. Adkins was taken into custody without incident. A juvenile subject, Jaquan L. Adkins, 17, Salisbury, Md., was a passenger in the vehicle at the time of the traffic

stop. In addition to trafficking cocaine (felony), Leontya Adkins was charged with possession with intent to deliver cocaine (felony), two counts of maintaining a dwelling (felony), seven counts of possession of drug paraphernalia (misdemeanor), four counts of delivery of cocaine (felony), and four counts of second-degree conspiracy (felony). Jaquan L. Adkins was charged with delivery of cocaine (felony), second-degree conspiracy (felony), maintaining a dwelling (felony) and possession of drug paraphernalia (misdemeanor). Leontya Adkins was committed to Sussex County Correctional Institution in reference to default of $177,000 bond. Jaquan L. Adkins was committed to the Stevenson House in reference to default of $21,000 bond.

Fire causes $25,000 in damages

A fire in a Laurel-area home that caused $25,000 in damages was caused by improperly discarded smoking materials, the state fire marshal’s office has ruled. The fire occurred on Monday, Dec. 8, at 7:34 p.m. in the 7000 block of Gum Branch Road. The Laurel Fire Department responded to the scene and was assisted by the Blades and Seaford fire departments. Upon arrival, firefighters found heavy fire from the second floor, which was occupied at the time of the fire.

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Waterman charged with violations

On Dec. 9, Fish and Wildlife Enforcement agents arrested a commercial waterman for multiple violations. Joseph Smith, 37, of 800 Sawmill Road, Townsend, was charged with 11 counts of violating Delaware’s commercial oyster regulations. His case is pending at Justice of the Peace Court No. 7 in Dover, where he faces $621.50 in fines. “Delaware’s oyster resource is very fragile and must be protected. Enforcement of oyster regulations is something we take very seriously,” said Sgt. Gregory Rhodes of Fish and Wildlife Enforcement. To report violations of Delaware’s fish and wildlife laws, call 302-739-4580.

Police pursue man in stolen truck

Police say that a man stole a truck from Harbor House seafood, Seaford, then was involved in two hit and run accidents. Mervin S. Lemon, 27, of Seaford, was charged with theft of a motor vehicle, driving under the influence, two counts of reckless endangering, criminal mischief, resisting arrest, driving with a suspended license, aggressive driving and 22 other traffic offenses. On Dec. 12 at 7:40 p.m., Seaford Police officers were called to the intersection of Bridgeville Highway and Stein Highway, where there had been a hit and run accident. Officers were en route to the scene when they were notified of a second hit and run accident at the same intersection. The suspect vehicle was a stolen Harbor House truck. Lemon, who police said was driving the truck, allegedly fled the scene. He was located on Harrington Street, where officers attempted to stop the vehicle. A pursuit ensued and continued for several miles through Seaford, eventually traveling south on U.S. 13 toward Laurel. Police put out spike strips on U.S. 13 just south of Frederick Ford. After running over the strips, Lemon continued south, police said, driving the truck on its rims for several miles. Then he reportedly attempted to turn in the median to head north and the vehicle became stuck. Officers took the defendant into custody. Lemon was committed to the Depart-

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Anglers need to get F.I.N. numbers A website and a toll-free phone number are now available for Delaware anglers to obtain a Fisherman Information Network (F.I.N.) number as required by a new regulation that goes into effect Thursday, Jan. 1, 2009. As of that date, all prospective Delaware anglers age 16 or older, licensed or not, will be required to get a F.I.N. number on an annual basis before fishing in Delaware waters. There is no fee for the number. To obtain a F.I.N. number or for more information, anglers may visit www.delaware-fin.com, or call 800-4329228, any time of day, any day of the week. Those needing live operator assistance may call 866-447-4626 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. (EST). Anglers will be asked for their name, address, phone number and whether they intend to fish in freshwater, tidal water or both. They will also be asked a few questions for internal Delaware purposes, such as the angler’s intention to go clamming or crabbing. Each person who obtains a F.I.N. number must keep this number on his or her person while fishing and be able to produce it for a law enforcement official. Beginning Jan. 1, Delaware fishing licenses will have a space where the number can be written. DNREC Fisheries Section Administrator Roy Miller explained the purpose of the new F.I.N. program. “The federal National Marine Fisheries Service has been tasked to identify saltwater anglers for survey purposes. If we can provide a complete registry of Delaware’s marine recreational fishermen from our

state-issued fishing license program, our anglers will be exempt from participating in the federal registry and federal license fees. Our state registry was created to allow us to meet these federal requirements with no additional cost to our anglers,” Miller said, noting the nationwide federal registry goes into effect in 2009, with fees to be charged beginning in 2011. Those fees, he added, will be deposited in the federal treasury and will not be returned to the states. Delaware Code currently requires a general fishing license to fish in tidal and non-tidal waters, and license applications contain most of the information needed for a state registry, with one important exception. “When you request a F.I.N. number, you will be asked, ‘freshwater, saltwater or both?’ Previously we had no way to determine this,” Miller said. Once all Delaware fishermen have obtained a F.I.N. number and the National Marine Fisheries Service has a copy of Delaware’s saltwater angler registry, Delaware will be exempt from the federal marine recreational fishing registry and future federal registry charges. To qualify for exempt status with the National Marine Fisheries, the registry of Delaware’s saltwater anglers must also include those who are not legally required to have a recreational fishing license. Because of this requirement, resident senior citizens age 65 and older and unlicensed anglers who fish from a licensed vessel will also need to obtain a Delaware F.I.N. number. For details call 302-739-9914.

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The Wildcats’ Charne Leatherbury has the ball on the break during her team’s game last Friday. Leatherbury netted nine points in the loss to Milford. Photo by Mike McClure

Delmar girls’ basketball team tops Delaware Military, falls to Milford By Mike McClure The Delmar varsity girls’ basketball team won one of two games last Thursday and Friday. The Wildcats topped Delaware Military, 35-24, before falling to Milford, 4533. Delmar kept it close throughout Friday’s home loss to the Bucs in a battle of Henlopen South teams. Four different Wildcats scored in the opening quarter as Milford held an 11-8 lead at the end of the quarter. Delmar’s Shannon Wilson hit a jumper at the start of the second quarter to move her team within one, but Milford came back with 13 unanswered points to take a 24-10 lead thanks to a pair of three-pointers by the Bucs’ Janae Williams. Ashley Bennett and Kira Selby each hit a jumper at the close of the opening half to cut the Wildcats’ deficit to 10 at the half. Seven different Delmar players scored two points in the first half.

Wilson made a pair of baskets, Melanie Twilley scored off on offensive rebound, and Leatherbury hit a threepointer at the buzzer to make the score 30-23. In the fourth quarter, Leatherbury scored four points, Amanda Fields made a field goal, and Wilson pulled down an offensive rebound and scored on a put back to pull Delmar within five (36-31) with three minutes left in the game. Wilson made one of two foul shots to keep the Wildcats within five at 37-32 with 2:21 remaining. After missing a pair of free throws, Milford made four of five shots from the charity stripe to up its lead to eight. The Bucs scored a pair of baskets in the games final seconds to make the score 45-33. Leatherbury and Wilson each scored nine points for Delmar Delmar downed Delaware Military, 3524, on Thursday before with nine points by Wilson, eight points from Selby, and six points by Lindsay Lloyd.

Laurel Wrestling Club competes in Milford youth tourney The Laurel Wrestling Club took part in the Milford Youth Wrestling Tournament last Sunday in Milford. The following are the team’s results from that tournament: First place- Doug Clark, Midget 80 and Matt Tull, Midget 85 Second place- Josh Hudson, Bantam 45; Luke Figgs, Bantam 70; Darian Shockley, Midget 65 Third place- Cody White, Midget 60 and Colin Bergh, Junior 100 Fourth place- Conner M. Ellingsworth, Bantam 65; Jacob White, Bantam Hwt.; Corey Hudson, Midget 80

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LAUREL STAR SPORTS STORY OF THE YEAR- Shown (clockwise from top left) are some of the candidates for the Laurel Star Sports Story of the Year: the Delmar varsity volleyball team (Kelsey Murrell and Elise Breda), Sussex Tech 1,000 point scorer Kory Belle, the Laurel 9-10 year-old all-star softball team, the Delmar varsity lacrosse team (senior Taylor Ballard), and Seaford graduate Derrik Gibson who was drafted by the Boston Red Sox. The other candidates are: the Laurel varsity football team, the Delmar varsity field hockey team, the Laurel Senior League softball team, the Delmar Junior League all-star baseball team, Delaware Hall of Fame inductees Doris Callaway Fry and Ron Dickerson, and the Laurel 9-10 year-old all-star baseball team. The deadline to vote is Dec. 24.

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Local teams compete in first indoor track and field meet The following are the local results from last Wednesday’s track and field meet at Snow Hill: Girls- 55 meter high hurdles- 3. Heather Solomon, Woodbridge, 9.5. 4t. Tiarrah Hinton, Woodbridge, 10.3, 4t. Courtney Torbert, Seaford, 10.3; pole vault- 2. Mallory Parsons, Delmarva Christian, 8’, 3t. Kayla Burd, Delmarva Christian, 8’, 6. Kesho Patel, Delmarva Christian, 7’; 1600- 4. Emily Ritter, Sussex Tech, 5:39.5; shotput- 2. Kaneesha Gardner, Seaford, 32’ 4 1/2”, 3. Chamar Suggs, Sussex Tech, 31’10”, 5. Elijahiqua Shockley, Seaford, 29’7”; 800 relay- 2. Sussex Tech, 1:55.5 Boys- 55 meter- 1. Keyshawn Purnell, Seaford, 6.5; high jump- Aaron Betts, Sussex Tech, 5’6”; 1,600- 6. Chad McMaster, Sussex Tech, 5:06.8; long jump- 2. Purnell, Seaford, 19’1”; shotput- 2. Earl Batten, Sussex Tech, 39’8”, 5. Deandre Dickerson, Seaford, 36’8 1/2”, 6. Matt Lank, Seaford, 36’5”; triple jump- 3. Purnell, Seaford, 42’4 3/4”; 3200- 5. McMaster, Sussex Tech, 11:07.7. 6. Brian Singh, Sussex Tech, 11:09.2; 800- 4. Tim Fields, Seaford, 2:14.2, 5. Abraham Cruz, Seaford, 2:15.1

Sussex Tech, Woodbridge to play in NHSCA tournament Sussex Tech and Woodbridge will take part in the NHSCA tournament in Salisbury at the end of the year. Games will be played at the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center and Wicomico High School. The local schedules are as follows: Saturday, D e c . 2 7 - Woodbridge vs. Frederick Douglass (MD), 4 p.m. at Wicomico High School; Monday, Dec. 29- Sussex Tech vs. Thomas Stone (Md.), 1 p.m. at the Civic Center, Mardela vs. Fredrick Douglass (Md.), 11:30 a.m. at Wicomico High; Tuesday, D e c . 3 0- Woodbridge vs. Parkville (Md.), 10 a.m. at Civic Center, Mardela vs. Northwestern (Md.), 1 p.m. at Civic Center, Sussex Tech vs. Stephen Decatur, 2:30 p.m. at Wicomico High

Seaford Department of Recreation to hold winter signups Laurel senior fullback Tyler West, shown running over an opposing player, was named first team all-state for the 2008 football season. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel senior Tyler West named first team all-state The following Western Sussex high school football players were named to the allstate teams: First team- Tyler West, Laurel, fullback Second team- Desmond Sivels, Sussex Tech, fullback; Gaven Parker, Laurel, guard; Kyle Brown, Laurel, kicker; Seth Benson, Delmar, punter Third team- Tevin Jackson, Delmar, running back; David Albert, Laurel, wide receiver; Jorge Young, Woodbridge, linebacker

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PLAYING BASKETBALL- Shown (clockwise from top left) are scenes from the boys’ and girls’ basketball season: Delmar’s Lindsay Lloyd looks to move the ball up the floor after recording a steal; Delmar senior Melanie Twilley puts pressure on a Milford player during last Friday’s game in Delmar; Trey Parker guards the ball handler during a Laurel boys’ basketball game; and Laurel senior Kirsti Knight passes to a teammate during a girls’ game. Photos by Mike McClure

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Laurel Stars of the Week

Male Athlete of the WeekCarey Shelton- Laurel High

Female Athlete of the WeekShannon Wilson- Delmar High

Laurel senior Carey Shelton netted eight points and pulled down 11 rebounds in his team’s game against Milford last Tuesday. Shelton also had 13 points in the Bulldogs’ narrow loss to Lake Forest last Friday.

Delmar senior Shannon Wilson netted a total of 29 points in her team’s three games last week. Wilson had 11 against Holly Grove on Tuesday and nine points each against Delaware Military and Milford on Thursday and Friday.

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Female Athlete of the WeekFemale Athlete of the WeekTwila McCrea- Laurel High Brooke Evans- Laurel High Laurel senior Twila McCrea led her

The Bulldogs’ Brooke Evans had the team in scoring with 17 points in last hot hand in last Friday’s win over Lake Friday’s win over Henlopen South foe Forest. Evans tallied 16 points in the Lake Forest. McCrea also tallied nine home win. Brooke also scored 10 points points in the Bulldogs’ victory over Milto help Laurel top Milford on Tuesday. ford on Tuesday. Honorable mention- Deshaun Griffin- Laurel; Humberto Hernandez- Laurel; Chris Cutsail- Laurel; Lineker Valladares- Laurel; Earl Batten- Sussex Tech; Alex Thomas- Sussex Tech; A.J. Workman- Sussex Tech; Wendell Cannon- Sussex Tech; Kira Selby- Delmar; Charne Leatherbury- Delmar; Tomorrow Briddell- Laurel; Mallory Parsons- Delmarva Christian; Chamar Suggs- Sussex Tech; Paige Morris- Sussex Tech; Sierra Laws- Sussex Tech; Maddie Crimmins- Sussex Tech; Payton Shirey- Sussex Tech

Kosiorowski places first, Hernandez is third in Milford tourney

Laurel boys’ basketball team edged by Lake Forest

Laurel’s Josh Kosiorowski (160) placed first in his weight class at last weekend’s Milford Invitational. Kosiorowski recorded a pin at 3:36 in the championship match to win his second straight tournament title. Humberto Hernandez (103) added a pin at 5:04 to place third. Lineker Valladares (152) earned a 5-4 win to place fifth. Teammate Chris Cutsail (145) also came in fifth with a win by forfeit. Marco Hernandez (119), Zach Toadvine (135), Josh Rubino Humberto Hernandez (171), and Justin Rife (215) each placed sixth.

The Laurel varsity boys’ basketball team fell to Lake Forest in the final seconds of last Friday’s game in Harrington. A steal and a basket with five seconds left in the contest gave the Spartans the 5048 win. Carey Shelton led the Bulldogs with 13 points, Dashaun Griffin added 10 points, David Albert netted nine, and Kline Valentin added seven points.

Delmar varsity boys’ basketball team falls to Milford Delmar senior Denny Murray netted 10 points in his team’s 66-36 loss to Milford last Thursday. The Bucs held a 34-12 lead at the half before the Wildcats used a 13-4 advantage in the third quarter to move within 13. Milford outscored Delmar, 28-11, in the final quarter for the win.

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Laurel Star varsity sports schedules for Dec. 18-24 Friday, Dec. 19- Boys’ basketball- Laurel at St. Thomas More Tournament, Delmar at Seaford; girls’ basketball- Woodbridge at Laurel, Sussex Tech at Cape Henlopen; wrestling- Laurel at Battle at the Beach, Sussex Tech at Beast of the East/Battle at the Beach Saturday, D e c . 2 0 - Boys’ basketball- Laurel at St. Thomas More Tournament, Sussex Tech at Salesianum; wrestling- Laurel at Battle at the Beach, Sussex Tech at Beast of the East/Battle at the Beach Monday, D e c . 2 2 - Boys’ basketball- Laurel at Woodbridge

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Shown (l to r) Laurel’s Daneka Dixon, Diane Paul, and Morgan Johnson prepare to go up for the rebound during their team’s 64-23 win over Lake Forest last Friday in Laurel. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel girls’ basketball team cruises past Lake Forest The Laurel varsity girls’ basketball team jumped out to a 22-2 lead in the first quarter in last Friday’s 64-23 home win over Lake Forest. Twila McCrea scored a game-high 17 points, Brooke Evans added 16 points, Tomorrow Briddell tallied 15 points, and Tykia Briddell added six points for the Bulldogs.

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• Sussex Tech’s Kory Belle nets his 1000th career point • Delmar varsity lacrosse team earns program’s first win in its first season • Doris Callaway Fry and Ron Dickerson are inducted into Delaware Sports Hall of Fame • Derrik Gibson is drafted by the Boston Red Sox and chooses to go pro • Laurel 9-10 softball and baseball teams win Division III titles • Laurel Senior Softball team returns to the World Series • Delmar Junior Baseball team wins District 8 title • Delmar varsity volleyball team wins eighth game of season • Delmar field hockey team advances to state semifinals with second straight overtimew in • Laurel varsity football team tops Caravel to reach state championship game • __ _________________________________________________________________ Select one of the choices above or write in your choice for the top local sports story. Please include your name, home town, and a contact number for a chance to win the subscription (limit one vote per person). Entries may be sent to the Star (by Dec. 24) at sports@mspublications.com, 302-629-9243 (f), or P.O. Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973. A drawing will be held on Monday, Dec. 29 to determine the winner. Name:__________________________________________________________________________ Home Town_______________________________ Daytime Phone #________________________

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TOP SPORTS STORIES- Shown (clockwise from top left) are candidates for the Laurel Star sports story of the year: Ron Dickerson, a 2008 Delaware Sports Hall of Fame inductee; Doris Callaway Fry, a 2008 Delaware Sports Hall of Fame inductee; and the District 8 champion Delmar Junior League all-star baseball team.

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Seaford winter track and field teams feature a number of new athletes By Mike McClure Seaford indoor track coach Rob Perciful was pleased with his team’s performances in last week’s opening meet at Snow Hill. Both teams feature a number of athletes who are competing in winter track for the first time. The boys’ team placed fifth out of 22 teams in the season’s first meet. Last year’s team won four our of five meets, but Keyshawn Purnell and Zack Hearn are the only point Deandre Dickerson scorers back from that team. “That was a pleasant surprise. This is almost an entirely different team than last year,” Perciful said. The boys’ team has four seniors, but only one of the seniors competed last season. “Even the seniors that we have are rookies,” said Perciful. Tim Fields (fourth) and Abraham Cruz (fifth) placed in the top five in the 800 meter run in their first winter meet. Perciful was also pleased with the Matt Lank

performance of junior Chris Wilkerson in the two mile run. Wilkerson ran cross country in the Fall but is out for the track team for the first time. “He’s developed into a very good distance runner,” Perciful added. Seniors Deandre Dickerson (fifth) and Matt Lank (sixth) also placed in the shotput during last week’s meet. Among the newcomers expected to make contributions this winter are freshmen pole vaulters Dan Sealy and Drew Crouse, who took part in their first varsity competition in an event Perciful calls one of the most difficult events in track and field. The Blue Jays have a reputation for being competitive in field events such as the shot put and pole vault dating back to 1990. Purnell, who placed in three events in the first meet, is expected to be the team’s top scorer. “He was a great jumper right from the start,” Perciful said of the junior who has been competing since he was a freshman. The girls’ team placed 11th out of 22 teams in the first meet. Junior Courtney Torbert placed in the hurdles and long jump and competed in the shot put. Perciful is considering entering her in the pentathlon, which only takes place during the indoor national championships. Tisha Milligan is the only athlete Perciful has entered in this event in his team at Seaford. Kaneesha Gardner placed second in the shot put and Lijaiquah Shockley was fifth during last Wednesday’s meet. HOMECOMINGSeaford varsity boys’ basketball coach Art Doakes, a former Woodbridge assistant coach, greets Woodbridge head coach Damon Ayers prior to last week’s game between the two teams. Photo by Mike McClure

Raven Roundup- Sussex Tech wrestling team edged by Knights By Mike McClure The Sussex Tech varsity wrestling team lost a close contest to the rival Sussex Central Golden Knights, 39-26, in a home dual meet last Wednesday. Wendell Cannon (125) won by technical fall (5:36), Kyle Kunzler (135) added a 5-1 win, A.J. Workman (152) recorded a pin (2:33) and Ryelan Pavlik (160) had a win by forfeit for the Ravens. Sussex Tech won the last two matches of the night as Alex Thomas (189) recorded a pin at 3:52 and Shane Marvel (215) earned a 6-4 win in overtime. Sussex Tech’s Aikeem Brewer (Hwt.) was edged, 9-7 and Jeff Kyle Kunzler Schaffer (171) fell, 9-6. Lady Ravens fall to Dover, Smyrna- The Sussex Tech varsity girls’ basketball team fell to Henlopen North foes Dover and Smyrna in games last week. Paige Morris scored 26 points and Sierra Laws added 13 points in the Ravens’ 65-51 loss to Dover on Tuesday. Laws had a team-high 16 points and Morris chipped in with five in Friday’s 51-32 loss to Smyrna. Eagles top Tech- The Sussex Tech varsity boys’ basketball team lost to Smyrna, 69-36, last Friday night. Josh Strand and Brandon Lewis led the Ravens with eight points each.

Sussex Tech boys’, girls’ swim teams open inaugural season By Mike McClure The Sussex Tech boys’ and girls’ swim teams opened their first season last Tuesday with a meet against Lake Forest and Milford. The Ravens’ coaches were pleased with the teams’ performances in the first meet. “We’ve had a great start,” said Sussex Tech coach Michele Thomas, who is coaching swimming for the first time. Her children have been involved with the sport for a number of years. “We turned some heads. For a first year program that’s something. When one race decides a win or a loss that says something,” boys’ coach Steve Shirey added. The Ravens have not had a lot of practice time. They spend three days a week in the Western Sussex Boys and Girls Club pool and and Payton Shirey have had one day a week of dry land practice. About 90 percent of the swimmers

are new to the sport. The boys’ team lost to Lake Forest (62-29) and Milford (57-36) while the girls were edged by Milford (5240) and Lake Forest (53-50). Payton Shirey placed first in the 200 IM, Maddie Crimmins Colby Hastings won the 500 freestyle, and the 200 freestyle relay team also came in first. Colby Hastings, Casey Thomas, Shirey, and Crimmins all qualified for states in the first meet. Thomas qualified in a pair of events. Coach Thomas believes the teams will continue to improve, especially with the addition of some key swimmers who were unavailable in the first meet. They include Seth Hastings and Khyrstyne Quigley. Thomas is looking to focus more on yardage over the Christmas break. The team did not compete in some of the longer races last week, something she is looking to avoid in the future.

Seaford Recreation Department taking a trip to see the 76ers The Seaford Recreation Department is hosting a trip to see the Philadelphia 76ers vs the Miami Heat on Saturday, Feb. 7. The cost is $50 a ticket and this includes the lower level game ticket and transportation. You can sign up at the Recreation office or call 629-6809. All money is due by Dec 30. Signups are first come, first serve.

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Tuesday Early Mixed Shown are Clara Dewey of Superkicks, left, and Shelbie Atkison of Mitchell’s Martial Arts in Salisbury. Dewey and Atkison were the grand prize winners for total points scored in each category at the Superkicks Martial Arts fall tournament.

Superkicks Martial Arts holds fifth annual fall tournament Superkicks Martial Arts of Seaford held its Fifth Annual Fall Tournament on Saturday, Nov. 22. Students competed in weapons, belt forms, sparring, block breaking, & self-defense.

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Home Team Realty won the 2008 City of Seaford Men’s Flag Football League Championship in November. Pictured from left to right are: front- Troy Purnell, Jeff Benson, Danny Cabrera; backFrank Parks, Lamar Purnell, Aaron Matthews, Andre Cannon, Andre Matthews, Corey Palmer and Kevin Jefferson. Not pictured is Josh Ward who was the game MVP with two touchdowns and one interception.

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Laurel/Seaford Star Tuesday high school scoreboard Girls’ basketball- Woodbridge 43, Indian River 4 0 - Kera Sampson netted 19 points, Grace Reardon added eight, and Taylor West had seven points to lead the Raiders. Lake Forest 46, Delmar 3 3 - Caila White paced the Wildcats with 13 points and Melanie Twilley added eight points. Seaford Christian 33, Sts Peter and Paul 13- The Lady Eagles used a tight man to man defense to stifle Sts Peter and Paul. Jen Carr led the way with 14 points and 11 rebounds and Brooke Coppage added seven points. Rebekah Cain also had six points and 11 rebounds for the Eagles. Boys’ basketball- Woodbridge 57, Indian River 5 5 - Andre Dickerson netted two of his team high 20 points with a steal and a dunk to to give the Raiders the win. Jorge Young also had 14 points in the win. Polytech 71, Sussex Tech 29- Brandon Lewis scored eight points and Josh Strand added seven points for the Ravens. Boys’ swimming- St. Andrews 94, Seaford 76- Lee Mayer placed first in the 200 fresstyle and Tim Halter came in first in the 200 IM for Seaford. Girls’ swimming- St. Andre w s 119, Seaford 50- Paige Venables finished first in the 100 freestyle and the 100 back stroke for the Blue Jays. FAST BREAKWoodbridge point guard Demond Anderson moves the ball up the floor on a fast break during his team’s game against Seaford last Tuesday. The Raiders topped Indian River, 57-55, this Tuesday.

Delmar’s Johnny Wilson goes to the basket during his team’s 47-36 win over Lake Forest on Tuesday. Wilson had 14 points and 21 points to help the Wildcats in the home win. Photo by Mike McClure

Wildcats hold on for 47-36 home win over Lake Forest Spartans By Mike McClure The Delmar boys’ basketball team took a three point lead into the third and fourth quarters of Tuesday night’s home contest against Lake Forest. Clutch free throws and strong defense helped the Wildcats extend their lead in the final quarter for a 4736 victory over their Henlopen South foes. Down 12-8 late in the first quarter, Johnny Wilson scored on a putback and Trea Spence made a pair of free throws to knot the score at the end of the quarter. Wilson paced the Wildcats with six first quarter points. Casey Bellamy hit a jumper off a feed from Spence late in the first half to put Delmar up, 22-17. Wilson tallied eight points in the half while five other Delmar players put points on the board. Lake Forest’s Zack Edwards led all scorers with 11 first half points. The Wildcats scored the first six points of the second half to build a 28-17 lead. Spence made a free throw, Ravon Collins hit a three-pointer off a feed from Wilson, and Keronte Adkins added a basket with Collins picking up the assist. Edwards hit a three-pointer with under three minutes left in the quarter to close

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Delmar’s Robert Cottman goes up for a shot during his team’s home win over Lake Forest on Tuesday. Photo by Mike McClure

the gap at 30-28. Daronte DeShields made a free throw and Spence hit a shot at the buzzer to give Delmar a 33-30 advantage. Adkins netted four third quarter points and Collins and Spence each had three for the Wildcats. Jeff Purnell had four points in the quarter for the Spartans. Wilson netted six points early in the fourth quarter to give Delmar a 39-35 lead. Adkins added a field goal off a feed from Collins to increase the lead to six points with under three minutes left in the game. Robert Cottman made one of two free throws with 1:51 left in the game to in-

crease the Wildcat lead (42-35). Collins made one of two foul shots before hitting a jumper off a pass from Spence to make it 45-36. Collins later made a pair of free throws to help seal Delmar’s 47-36 win. Wilson led the way with 14 points, 21 rebounds, and three blocks; Adkins had 10 points; and Collins contributed eight points and three assists. Spence also had five points and five assists for the Wildcats. Edwards paced the Spartans with 14 points but did not score in the final quarter.

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County creates a pilot program to increase affordable rental housing Sussex County is laying the foundation for affordable housing. County Council, at its Tuesday, Dec. 9, meeting, approved a three-year pilot program to create an affordable rental housing supply within the County. The program, known as the Sussex County Rental Program, will offer incentives to developers who include, as part of their projects, rental units priced within 30 to 80 percent of area median income. For a typical family of four, that would equal monthly rents ranging from $400 to $900 for a three-bedroom rental unit, such as an apartment or townhouse. Rentals in Sussex County, particularly in the beach area, can exceed $1,000 a month for two-bedroom units. “One of the frequent comments we have heard over the years is that more needs to be done to make housing affordable in Sussex County,” said William Lecates, director of Sussex County Community Development & Housing. “As we’ve seen with the mortgage problems in recent months, home ownership just isn’t possible for millions of Americans. Instead, they have to look at renting as an alternative.” “But even affordable rentals elude many people in the marketplace. A major problem we have in Sussex County is that while rental prices have increased, the average wages have not kept pace, and often they have remained low or stagnant, particularly in the service industry,” Mr. Lecates said. “This program is aimed at helping that segment of the population.” Under the program adopted by Council, incentives for developers include expedited review and a 20 percent density bonus for rental units on qualified lands. Qualifying areas within the county would be near town centers and within development districts. The program would not be available in rural areas, and units would have to remain in the program for at least 30 years.

County officials believe incentives are the best way to entice developers to include affordable rentals within their proposals. For instance, instead of applications taking more than a year to go through the typical zoning approval process, projects that include affordable rentals could be reviewed within three to five months. Additionally, density bonuses would be granted to those developers who include affordable rentals within their projects, which cannot exceed 12 units per acre. However, those bonuses would apply only to the rental aspect of a project. A mixed-used community, for instance, could not see an increase in the number of owner-occupied homes because of affordable rental units included elsewhere in the project. Prospective renters, meantime, would apply to the Community Development & Housing office to be considered for acceptance into the program. Qualified renters would have to meet income guidelines based on U.S. Housing and Urban Development standards, be U.S. citizens, have a clean criminal record, and live and work within Sussex County for at least year prior to submitting an application. “This initiative is an ends to a mean,” County Council President Finley B. Jones Jr. said. “We have a solid, productive workforce here in Sussex, but there needs to be a stable supply of affordable housing for them. Jobs are no good if we don’t have somewhere for people to live.” For more information on the Sussex County Rental Program, contact the Community Development & Housing office at 302-855-7777. A copy of the ordinance can be found in the “Ordinances” section of the County’s website at www.sussexcountyde. gov.

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Sussex County adopts unified, more modern sign ordinance Sussex County has a new law on the books that truly is a sign of the times. County Council, at its Tuesday, Dec. 2, meeting, approved a new ordinance for signs, one that moves all of the regulations into a single section of County Code and brings the rules in line with the technology used in today’s business signs. Sussex County has had sign regulations in place since the early 1970s, but as they were amended over the years, the rules became scattered throughout County Code, said Lawrence Lank, director of Planning & Zoning. The new ordinance places all of the regulations within a dedicated section of code, and for the first time permits certain types of signs once prohibited – namely electronic signs that use modern light-emitting diode (LED) technology. “The code, until now, only allowed electronic signs to display basic information – time and temperature. Today, many businesses are using signs that display more details and advanced graphics,” Lank said. “The County Council believed it was time to revisit the sign ordinance, to clean

it up and to make it reflect the technology and trends in the industry today.” Councilman Lynn J. Rogers praised County staff and the Council for revisiting the sign code. “It’s long overdue, and now the County is up to date with the times and the technology,” Rogers said. While electronic LED signs now will be permitted, the revised ordinance does establish standards for placement, the manner in which information is displayed and how frequently a sign’s images can change. To prevent distractions, particularly to passing motorists, electronic signs will not be allowed to flash. Instead, they must display images and graphics for a minimum of at least eight seconds before changing. The new ordinance also allows for modest increases in the size of wall and on-premise signs. For instance, under the former regulations, wall signs mounted on the outside of businesses were limited to no more than 100 square feet in total area, and only one per location. The new allowance is 150 square feet.

County Administrator David B. Baker said the new ordinance recognizes the types of signs and technology used in today’s marketplace, while giving consideration to safety and aesthetics. “We believe the new sign ordinance enables businesses to use the technology that is now more commonplace, and that will help them remain strong and competi-

tive,” Baker said. “At the same time, the ordinance clears up what is allowed and not allowed for safety reasons. We believe the ordinance adopted today strikes the right balance.” A copy of the adopted regulations can be found in the “Ordinances” section under the “Online Services” heading of the County website, at sussexcountyde.gov.

Governor Ruth Ann Minner will host her annual Christmas Open House at Woodburn on Saturday. Tours, light refreshments, and an appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus will highlight the activities from noon to 2 p.m. at Woodburn, the official home of Delaware’s Governor, at 151 Kings Highway in Dover. The Booker T. Washington Elementary School chorus will sing carols throughout the afternoon, and the Mid-Atlantic Bal-

let Company will be on hand for a dance performance. Visitors will be able to enjoy the festivities at Woodburn, including a tree decorated with ornaments made by students from Banneker Elementary School and a gingerbread house constructed by students from the culinary arts program at Delaware Technical and Community College. For more information, please call Woodburn at (302) 739-5656.

Governor Ruth Ann Minner has announced that unemployed workers will be eligible for up to seven additional weeks of unemployment insurance benefits through an expansion of a federal program that will run through the end of August 2009. The change is a result of President George W. Bush’s Nov. 21 signing of the

Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2008, which amends Title IV of the Supplemental Appropriations Act that was enacted in June. Title IV of that legislation created the Emergency Unemployment Compensation program for those unemployed workers who have exhausted their regular state unemployment insurance benefits on an initial claim filed May 7, 2006

or later. “This is excellent news for unemployed Delawareans who are struggling to find jobs in a difficult economic climate,” Gov. Minner said. “Extending these benefits will make a huge difference for those unemployed workers who might continue to be out of work until the economy rebounds.”

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“Notices will be mailed to approximately 2,800 individuals who have already exhausted the 13 weeks of extended unemployment insurance benefits that were initially available to them and to about 2,100 individuals who are currently collecting extended unemployment insurance benefits,” said Delaware Department of Labor Secretary Thomas B. Sharp.

Messiah’s Vineyard’s Children’s Church will bepr esenting “Joy to the World,”a special program presented by our children. There will be fascinating props, costumes, and special singing. There will also be a special children’s party with games and fun after the program that your child would love to be a part of. Messiah’s Vineyard Praise Dancers will also be ministering at this service. Special refreshments will be served to all of those who attend this service. We look forward to worshiping and celebrating the Birth of Christ with you!

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Messiah’s Vineyard will be holding a special Christmas Eve Service. We invite you to bring your whole family as we celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. We will have a candlelight service along with praise and worship, special singing, and a message.

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Health Briefs Bereavement Support Group

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital is offering an eight-week Bereavement Support Group Wednesdays, beginning Jan. 7, at Nanticoke’s Cancer Care Center secondfloor library. The time the group meets will be based on the need of those who call to pre-register. Representatives from Delaware Hospice will provide grief education and support to individuals and families as they cope with the emotional, social, and financial stresses associated with life-limiting illness and the loss of a loved one. To pre-register for this free program contact Ms. Terri Clifton at 629-6611, ext. 2577.

Cancer Networking Support Group

The Wellness Community of Delaware offers a “General Cancer Networking” support group the third Monday of each month from 4:30- 6:30 p.m. held at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital’s Cancer Care Center second-floor library, Seaford. The support group is a free program of hope, understanding, and caring for people with cancer and their loved ones. Professionally led cancer support programs offer hope, education, and emotional support for adults with cancer and their loved ones who want to fight for recovery and the quality of their lives. Learn how to feel less isolated and

more in control. All programs offered through The Wellness Community of Delaware are free of charge to people affected by cancer. For further information, or to register, call 645-9150.

Nanticoke Prescription Fund

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital’s Charity Endowment Prescription Fund is a fund that assists patients who cannot afford their medications when discharged from the hospital. In lieu of a gift to a colleague, business associate, family or friends, consider a donation to the Nanticoke Health Services Prescription Drug Fund in their name. Participants receive inserts for their holiday cards, which inform recipients that a donation has been made to the Prescription Drug Fund in their honor. Over 250 individuals from the community have already benefited from the fund, and Nanticoke Hospital wants to ensure many more will be able to benefit. Imagine a family member or friend, diagnosed with cancer, being told that it could possibly be three weeks before they receive prescription coverage for their pain and antinausea medications. With your donation to the Prescription Drug Fund, patients are able to receive immediate access to their medications. For further information and to participate in supporting Nanticoke’s Prescrip-

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The Sussex Tech Adult Division is offering a new Dietary Assistants program to help prepare workers for the institutional food service profession. Specific emphasis will be on hospital and longterm care facilities. Classes in this certification program will start Jan. 5, and be offered two nights each week at the Georgetown campus. Students will learn about the medical profession, nutrition, food service and gain computer skills. The industry-recognized ServeSafe certification is included in the program. Students will learn the skills necessary to get a job in institutional food service (primarily health care) to help dietary staff provide healthy, safe, and nutritious food. Duties of a Dietary Assistant usually include interacting with clients and/ or patients and performing various food production and service tasks. The demand for dietary assistants is increasing. Individuals currently working in a related field may choose to schedule the 60-hour portion of the class to earn ServeSafe certification.

Healthy U of Delmarva at Salisbury University, the Wicomico County Health Department and the YMCA Activate America sponsor this 12-week guided exercise and nutrition program starting January 9. Individuals or teams of 4-6 may participate. The program features seminars, classes and events about nutrition, body image, stress eating, nutritional labels, recipe tips and fun physical activities. It is designed to promote positive lifestyle changes and improved habits. Participants will receive Biggest Loser T-shirts, prizes, nutrition and fitness tips, YMCA or University Fitness Club access, confidential monthly weigh-ins, body measurements, exclusive classes and a session with the Fitness by Design team. Registration is $35; $20 for members of Healthy U or the mid-shore Family YMCA, and SU students or staff. Deadline is Thursday, Jan. 8. For more information contact Deanna Harrell, YMCA community projects director at 410-749-0101 x16 or deaharrell@comcast.net, or visit the www.middelmarvaymca.org and click the Activate Delmarva link.

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Health Spend time with your family all year long By Anthony Policastro, M.D When I listen to Christmas music, there is a Bing Crosby song that I hear every year. It is called the Secret of Christmas. The key line in the song goes something like: “It is not the things you do at Christmas time. It’s the Christmas things you do all year long”. The sentiment of those lines is good. However, remembering to behave that way all year long is difficult. We can do certain things to move in that direction. The most important of those are related to how we spend time as a family.

One thing I feel very strongly about is the sacredness of the dinner table. Family members should spend time at dinner every night. They need to have that time not be interrupted by things like television or hand held video games. Phone calls during dinner should only belong enough to ask the caller to call back later. Testing does not belong at the dinner table. We need to show our children and spouses that we care about them as individuals. Time is our most precious commodity. We need to share that commodity with our loved ones. Conversations at dinner are much less likely to be confron-

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital’s Cancer Care Center will be hosting Road to Recovery driver training Jan. 9, 10 -11:30 a.m.; and Feb. 19, 4-5:30 p.m. The American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery driver program allows volunteers to help transport ambulatory cancer patients to and from their treatments.

Volunteer drivers must have a vehicle, safe driving record, valid driver’s license, and the state’s minimum required liability insurance. To volunteer, or for further information on the Road to Recovery program, contact the American Cancer Society at 1-800ACS-2345 or 1-800-937-9696.

tational than they are at other times of day. For that reason, it is the best time to communicate. We need to plan the schedule to allow the family dinner to happen. That may mean scheduling after school activities at a time other than dinner. That may mean moving dinner to a different time to not conflict with after school activities. When I was in the military, I always had more than a full days’ worth of work to do. I finished what had to be done in the office before dinner. I then had dinner with the family. I was able to help the children with their homework. Then when they went to bed, I was able to complete the

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After-school program points students toward success B y To n y E . Windsor As Laurel Middle School teacher Amy Handy shares a lesson in language arts with a group of seventh- and eighth-grade students, something seems a bit unorthodox. The students are seated in a semi-circle around Handy, listening intently and interacting with questions and responses. This in and of itself is not unusual. However, the interesting thing about all this is the time of day. It is 4:30 p.m., almost two hours after the traditional school day has ended at Laurel Middle School. And the same thing is happening just down the road where a group of high school students are involved in academic studies well after the bell has dismissed school for the day. All of this is part of a special partnership between the Laurel School District and Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware at Laurel. Brad Hiller, of the Laurel Boys & Girls Club, is the project coordinator for Operation Teen, a special academic enhancement program. He and his program assistant, Amanda Sizemore, work with Laurel School District teachers and administration to provide after-school support for students who are hoping to develop their skills when it comes to taking part in the annual Delaware State Testing Program (DSTP) in the spring. Operation Teen is funded through the Delaware Department of Education (DOE) through a federal 21st Century Learning Centers grant. The funds are part of the federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) initiative. The NCLB Act of 2001 transferred the administration of the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) program from the United States Department of Education to individual state departments of education. Currently, the Delaware Department of Education has 21st CCLC programs operating in 42 sites in Delaware. Karen Hughes, NCLB Compliance Coordinator for the Laurel School District, has been working in the district for 36 years both as a teacher in the classroom and in district administration. She works as a school district liaison for the Teen Challenge program and sees it as a “breath of fresh air” for the kids who sometimes struggle in the classroom. “What could be better at the end of the day than to have teachers available to help with homework?” she said. “This gives the kids a chance to have some one-on-one teacher instruction and really helps them get the attention that they need.” Hughes said there is no question about the academic benefits that come from the Operation Teen program, but there are other opportunities as well. “The kids in this program have been to see a play (“The Crucible” at Del Tech) and an NBA basketball game in Philadelphia, things that some of these kids would otherwise never get the chance to do,” she said. Hughes also said she is aware that the impact of the program on student participants has been very positive. “I have spoken with a teacher who works with the students, and he has told me that he is seeing changes in some of the students who prior to this program were very restless in the classroom and could be distracting to other kids,” she said. “The changes, especially in the gentlemen who are involved

in the program, are wonderful. They are making good choices and staying engaged in the classroom discussions. This is wonderful.” According to information from the Delaware Department of Education, “The 21st CCLC program represents a significant opportunity for students and their families to continue to learn new skills and discover new abilities in out-of-school time.” The 21st CCLC program focuses on helping children and youth in communities where the poverty level is significant who are in need of improvement to succeed academically. A community learning center offers academic, artistic and cultural enrichment opportunities to students and their families when school is not in session and assists students in meeting state and local academic achievement standards in core academic subjects, such as reading and mathematics, by providing the students with opportunities for academic enrichment. Hiller and Sizemore are seated at a table in the Media Center at Laurel Middle School a few minutes past the close of the Operation Teen program. Hiller explains that the goal of the program is to have the students attending the program develop an “attitude geared toward success.” He said the program starts just as soon as the final bell rings signaling the close of the school day. The students meet at a central location, the media center at the middle school and the cafeteria at the high school. They are then given a snack. At about 3 p.m., students at the middle school either stay in the media center for interactive life skills projects or move to a classroom to meet with a Laurel School District teacher who will work with them on language arts or math skills. Students also get a chance to learn cooking skills from middle school/high school teacher Kathy Livingston. In all, there are 10 district teachers working with students in the program. At the high school, students split into two groups and after having their snack receive academic tutoring, depending on what area of studies they need the most help with. The students also receive homework help that covers any subjects they have in school. In addition to academic enrichment opportunities, the students also get to participate in self-esteem, team building activities brought to the program by the Laurel Police Department and the Boys & Girls Club. The police are working with the program as a partner. Andy Will, a Laurel police officer, meets with the students each week and spends an hour engaging them in such things as weight training, recreational activities in the gym and discussions about positive decision making skills. Once completing the Operation Teen program each day, the students meet a school bus and have the opportunity to be taken to the Laurel Boys & Girls Club site where they can take part in recreational and academic enrichment activities. Passport to Manhood is a Boys & Girls Clubs of America life skills development initiative, which focuses on helping male students to make positive life decisions. Likewise the young women are given the opportunity to take part in the Boys & Girls Club’s Smart Girls program which

Above, Operation Teen Project coordinator, Brad Hiller, discusses plans for the after-school program with assistant, Amanda Sizemore. The program currently has about 40 teenagers staying after school hours to get homework help and language arts and math tutoring. Below, Language arts teacher Amy Handy gives after-school instruction to a group of Laurel Middle School. Operation Teen is an after-school program being operated through a partnership between the Laurel School District and Boys & Girls Clubs at Laurel. Pictured with Handy are (left to right) Devonte Hatchett, seventh grader; Alex Asher, eight grader; Bryan Lamontagne, seventh grader; and Courtney Dyson, seventh grader. Photos by Tony Windsor.

also helps teens develop positive skills and learn to “dress for success.” Sizemore said the young women taking part in Smart Girls have traveled to the Centre in Salisbury to window shop as they discuss their ideas on the best clothing to wear when going for a job interview or dressing for the workplace. “We are going to take the girls out and do some things that will help build their self confidence, such as having their nails done and then going to a nice restaurant for dinner. It is part of the curriculum of the Smart Girls program,” she said. Hiller said students are referred to the Operation Teen program by teachers in the Laurel School District who suggest it to the parents as a means to help their son or daughter strengthen areas of academics and become more productive in the classroom.

He said as participants in the program, the teens are automatically registered as members of the Laurel Boys & Girls Club and invited to take part in the programming at the facility on Central Avenue. “We have really seen a growth in the number of teens that come to the club each day and that is really great,” he said. “We want to offer the teen a place to go that keeps them off the street and involved in fun things, as well as activities that help them be successful in school and in society in general.” The Operation Teen Program runs after school Monday through Thursday starting at the schools and finishing at the Boys & Girls Club. For more information, contact Brad Hiller at 302-875-1200.

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Christmas filled with joy, even Doing the Towns Together in the shadow of political news LAUREL AND DELMAR SOCIALS The stockings have been hung by the chimney with great care in, according to the words of the familiar Christmas poem, “hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there.” Children of all ages have been making up lists of what they would like Santa to bring them. Homes have been decorated with symbols of the season and retailers have employed every conceivable trick of the trade to attract buyers. Politicians have outdone themselves this year with trying to justify how men or women can be sentenced to a prison term for breaking the law, yet have their state jobs held for them until they have served their sentences. Amazing! From Illinois we have heard the tales of how the governor of that state allegedly planned to sell the position of United States senator vacated by president-elect Barack Obama to the highest bidder. There has been a bundle of newsprint and media coverage relating to this unheard of move and how it will work out. Lots of Delawareans have been highly critical of the governor of Illinois for operating in a less than honorable fashion. Yet, right here in Delaware we have just witnessed the political game playing and good-old-boy system as the seat being vacated by vice president elect Joe Biden, currently senator from Delaware, was set up to assure that his son, Beau, will get the job in the next election. Gov. Ruth Ann Minner and the party have twisted, turned and pulled every string to play the game, fair or not. Meanwhile, parents of young children, who are awaiting the annual visit of Santa Claus, try to explain to the little ones that one must be honest and fair and live by the Golden Rule. With all of the complexities involved in our daily lives these days, believe me when I say I am glad our offspring are grown and we no longer must explain to them just what the Golden Rule is all about — or meant to be about. At our home, the cookies have been baked and are stored in their tins until the special days of Christmas. Every year I vow that I will not make as many cookies, yet each year when the cookie sheets and tins are removed and the baking process begins, there must be special favorites made for each family mem-

Moments With Mike VIRGINIA ‘MIKE’ BARTON ber. Cookie baking time is a time of remembrance. Fond memories flood our minds and bring back happy thoughts of special friends. At the top of the list is Miss Velma’s delicious, mouth-watering chocolate-dipped peanut butter treats. Miss Velma was the late Mrs. Everett Waller who always brought these calorie-laden treats to the St. Philip’s cookie exchange held by the Women of St. Philip’s. A no-bake cookie, they are guaranteed to simply melt in the mouth. My Betty Crocker Cookie Cookbook has pages with chocolate stains on some pages, but contains special recipes that must be made each year. This cookbook is nearly 30 years old and was a gift from Paul and Judy Sheridan back in the days when St. Philip’s had a very active Couples Club. As the cookies are baking, we pause to have fond memories of those good times shared. Mini pecan pie cookies are from a recipe Dot Dolby gave me years ago. Elaine Mitchell’s sugar cookies are guaranteed to melt in one’s mouth, and what would Christmas be without the oatmeal cookies made from the recipe from my late mother? The peanut butter fudge and chocolate fudge recipes are from good friends Barbara Elliott and Mark Wingate. They are joined by so many more recipes. After several days of cooking and baking, the tins are filled and sit lined on the shelves waiting for family and friends to enjoy. And that is what Christmas is all about. Good, healthy, fond memories. Sharing and caring friends. Preparing for the celebration of the birth of a baby that changed the world all those years ago and continues to fill our lives with the miracle of that special birth.

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Tom and Mona Wright entertained their daughter, Katie McAvoy, and children Liam, Wyatt and Mollie from Baltimore with an early Christmas celebration last weekend, as the McAvoy family will be traveling to Florida to spend the holiday time with relatives there - for a warmer holiday away from home. We have some special nearly Christmas birthdays this week — on Dec. 23, Beverly Ellis, Nellie Soucek, Candice Norcross, Jean Edwards’ son, Steve Quillen, and mine (not so special). And on the Eve of Christmas, Mary Ann Young and Dale Oddo. Also a very happy birthday wish for Mariah Dickerson with much love from her big sister, Miranda, as she celebrates “sweet 16” on Dec. 28. We absolutely cannot forget Sug Whaley and help her celebrate on Dec. 22. More happy December birthday greetings to: Jason Ramsey, Dec. 5; Molly Booth, Dec. 15; Al Bozman, Dec. 30, all from Delmar. From Laurel: Joan Jewens, Dec. 19; Robert Fitzgerald, Dec. 21; Agnes Massey and Charlene Whaley, Dec. 22; Virginia Steelman and Carrie Whaley, Dec. 23; Elaine Milne, Dec. 24; Lauretta Kenney and Doris Bailey, Dec. 25. We express our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Lonnie Conaway, William Edward Collins, Helen B. Dearing and Francis Barretto Stewart Jr. We continue with prayers for all of our servicemen and servicewomen and for friends who are ill: Dianne Thompson, Calvin Hearn, June Williams, Philip Lowe, Patrick Starr, Martha Windsor, Donald Layton Sr., Irene (Mrs. Ralph) Hastings, Harriett MacVeigh, David Phillips, Steve Trivits, Jim Spicer, Hattie Puckham and Alvin Lutz. Our prayers, too, for Delmar friends, Bob Christian, “Peanut” Sullivan, Robert Truitt, Bob Horn and Bob Adkins. I have been requested to remind the Delmar folks that the Christmas Eve service at All Saints Episcopal Church will be at 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve. See you in the Stars.

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How to make Christmas memories By Jennifer Liu Bryan

Life’s most important lessons We can all recite the lessons of this season: It is better to give than receive. We are all our brother’s keeper. No child should ever go wanting. We teach these lessons to our children. But teaching is so much more effective when it is accompanied by action. And the staff at West Seaford Elementary School is putting action behind their words. Under the direction of associate principal Todd Fishburn, the school is encouraging its staff and students to participate in Locks of Love, a program through which donated hair is made into wigs for disadvantaged children who have lost their hair because of medical treatment. On Monday, teacher Renee Clarke was the first to give up her hair. She got a haircut in front of the entire student body, as part of the annual holiday concert. (See page 8) The school is planning a spring mass haircut. Fishburn himself will participate and he hopes that many students, teachers and members of the community will join in. If the show of hands during Monday’s assembly is any indication, a lot of the school’s students are eager to help out. West Seaford is also collecting books to distribute to children whose families can’t afford them. The school already has nearly 150 books and will start handing them out this week. “We want our children to learn to give of themselves,” Fishburn says. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if, in teaching that lesson, the school convinces the entire community to give of itself. If so many people show up for the spring Locks of Love hair cut that the stylists who volunteer for the day go home with exhausted hands. If so many books are donated to the school that no child has nothing to read on Christmas Day. We congratulate West Seaford on turning good words into great action. And we encourage the community to follow its lead, especially in this time of good will to all.

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Joblessness is on the rise. Consumer spending is down. Storied companies are struggling. Credit is tightening up. Experts and countless headlines say the economy is in crisis. What does this mean for Christmas this year? It’s not good news for children working to stay on Santa’s “nice” list. Almost half the respondents to a recent survey by my publisher Next Chapter Press said they’ll be spending less on Christmas gifts this year. Somewhere the Christmas Grinch is gleeful. But maybe he shouldn’t celebrate too soon. The poll also shows that spending big bucks fulfilling wish lists doesn’t mean that your loved ones will remember their Christmas as the best ever. Indeed, 54 percent of respondents said that “the best type of gift” was an experience that brought the family together. And 30 percent said that the best gift was something thoughtful or personal they’d never have thought of themselves. Hmmm, you say. Can it be true? Can you really achieve a Merry Christmas without maxing out your credit cards? Yes, you can. Think about it. What is the best Christmas gift you ever received? Was it a big-ticket item from your wish list, or some-

Guest Column thing personal and thoughtful that a loved one sprung on you? Which do you remember better: the twentieth striped tie you received last year, or the road trip your family took to visit your grandmother through three-foot snowdrifts? As it turns out, making Christmas special more often involves conjuring a surprise or planting a memory than drawing down your bank account. In fact, more than 60 percent of respondents to Next Chapter Press’ poll said the best Christmas gift they ever received was unexpected. Giving your credit cards a breather, however, doesn’t mean that you get one. Coming up with a thoughtful, personal gift for a loved one isn’t easy. And making memories, while often affordable, can be challenging. A special Christmas on a budget may mean thinking creatively and innovatively. It may mean scouring memory banks instead of sales racks. It may mean sorting through photos instead of discount tables. It may mean spending time with your loved ones instead of standing in checkout lines. If dollars are dear this year,

maybe it’s time to create new traditions that will bring the family together. Instead of one more gadget for a loved one, maybe you could spend those precious resources creating an experience for the entire family: buy tickets to a theater performance or to a sporting event you wouldn’t normally attend. Or volunteer at a charity together; it costs nothing and gives much. If a tight budget prevents you from traveling, maybe you can recreate traditions at your home. Try baking grandma’s legendary cookies, and document the experiment to give to her in a photo album. Start a new tradition of harnessing the Internet to bring distant loved ones into your home; post videos and pictures, and chat with those far away. Bring the family together by making those little gifts for teachers, mail carriers and acquaintances. Bake cookies, make crafts, create cards. All the while, you’ll also be making memories your family will cherish. Faced with the challenge of crafting a meaningful and memorable Christmas, plunking down your Visa card may seem a lot easier. But the Christmas you create will be all the richer for your efforts – and, bonus, so will you. Jennifer Liu Bryan is the co-author of Cole Family Christmas and can be visited at www.readaloud.org

Holiday ‘traditions’ should not obscure true meaning By State Rep. Dan Short It’s amazing how many of the things we take for granted as part of our “traditional” Christmas holiday actually have quite contemporary roots. “Frosty the Snowman” has only been around since 1950, first making his appearance in a popular song written by Walter “Jack” Rollins and Steve Nelson. Gene Autry recorded the initial version, which rose to number seven on the U.S. Pop Singles chart. Eventually, the tale of an animated snowman was itself animated in a popular television special that continues to be aired today.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is just 11 years older than Frosty, having been created by Montgomery Ward department stores in 1939. Montgomery Ward copywriter Robert L. May was asked to create a Christmas tale the chain could give out to shoppers as part of a holiday promotion. The story was also turned into a song and a TV special, although these latter versions had considerable plot differences from the original text. Even the American concept of Santa Claus has only been around since the late 1800s. Much of the way we perceive how Santa Claus looks and acts are the result of

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Was the sentencing of O.J. payback? Everyone can remember where they were when momentous things happen. I was at a slumber party when the Berlin Wall came down. I was roller skating when Desert Storm officially began. I was away at college and getting ready for my morning class when the attacks of September 11, 2001 occurred. Less important, but just as memorable, I was in 8th Grade Science class when the first O.J. Simpson verdict came in, “We the jury find the defendant Orenthal James Simpson, not guilty.” I was 13 years old and I was stunned. My teacher tuned in to a radio station that was carrying the verdict live. No one in the room made a sound as the verdict was read. Even after those famous words were uttered, no one in our class made a sound. We were stunned. O.J. Simpson was allowed to walk out of that courtroom a free man. I think the O.J. verdict is so memorable to many Americans because we couldn’t imagine that O.J. could be set free given the insurmountable pile of evidence that was gathered against him. Yet somehow, in the back of our minds, we knew that he would probably be acquitted. I remember the huge racial tension surrounding the investigation and trial, but I never understood what race had to do with these murders. People were dead. Who cares what color they were? Why did it matter that the dead

Final Word people were white and the accused was black? Why are we fearing riots? Maybe I didn’t understand because I am not black, but whatever the reason, I was confused that race was a factor in O.J.’s trial. Now, O.J. has been sentenced to 15 years in prison. A man that should have been serving two life sentences in prison was free to kidnap, commit armed robbery and assault with a deadly weapon. Am I bitter? Yes, and I’m not alone. There are those, however, that consider this verdict retribution for Simpson’s acquittal in the 1995 murder trial. “This was just payback,” Simpson’s lawyer Yale Galanter, said after the verdict. “A lynching from the first second to the end,” agreed Thomas Scotto, a close Simpson friend. I am not suggesting that Simpson should be convicted for a crime(s) that he didn’t commit to make up for the decision of an incompetent jury in the 1995 trial. What am suggesting is that Simpson has been given a pass for far too long. He walked into a hotel room and harassed peo-

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ple at gunpoint, committing multiple felonies. Those crimes are not excusable for anyone, ever. Maybe Simpson can write a companion piece to his “If I Did It: Here’s How it Happened.” This time he should call it, “How to Steal Football Cards at Gunpoint.” I’m sure that would be a big seller. Laura Rogers

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Moving times creates mistake

This is the final time I will blame a mistake in the newspaper on the fact we moved our operation over the Thanksgiving holiday. Last week’s Final Word, I am told, was a repeat from just a few issues ago. Frank Calio was the first to recognize the error. Sorry for the mistake. Have a merry Christmas. Bryant Richardson

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