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POLICEMAN HOME FROM IRAQ - PFC Coleman says that he was proud to serve, and that soldiers are ‘winning hearts and minds’ of Iraqi citizens. Page 13 HELPING CHILDREN WITH AUTISM - Area businessman gets involved after his son is diagnosed with the disorder. Page 6 NAVY COOK - On ship during World War II, area veteran helped bake enough bread to feed 5,000 people — 500 loaves in a 10-hour shift. Page 8 GEAR UP FOR SAFETY - Annual Safe Kids Day focuses on ways to keep healthy this summer. Included is training on selecting the right bike and bike helmet. Page 28 CUTTING HOME ENERGY USE - Area builder says that reducing power bills is a matter of careful construction. Page 14

The carnival, part of Laurel’s July Fourth festival, is set to open today. Earlier in the week, the rides, including the Ferris wheel and the merry-go-round, were all ready to go. Photo by Mike McClure

DISTRICT CHAMPS - The Laurel 9- and10-yearold all-star softball team takes the District III championship with a win over Woodbridge on Monday. Page 41

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MINOR BASEBALL - The Laurel Minor League all-star baseball team competes for the District III championship on Tuesday. Page 48

Seed expectorating contest to be part of 14th annual July 4th festival

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By Lynn R. Parks Even though ESPN has made no promises to broadcast the event — “and they are really missing out on an opportunity,” said organizer Vance Phillips — the mayor’s challenge watermelon seed spitting contest will go on as scheduled. The competition, a

traditional part of Laurel’s annual July 4th celebration, will get underway at 10 a.m. Friday on the stage in Janosik Park. Laurel’s 14th annual July 4th celebration will take place Thursday and Friday, July 3 and 4. For the first time, two contestants will have the chance to walk away permanent owners of the

mayor’s challenge seed spitting championship cup. Both Bridgeville Town Council president Joe Conaway and Delmar, Del., mayor John Outten have won two contests; if either wins for a third time, the cup will be retired, Phillips said. But Conaway, Outten and other vetContinued on page five

Two developers want to build in Delmar By Mike McClure During Monday night’s meeting, the Delmar Joint Council was presented with a proposed green development to take place on 7th Street in Delmar, Md. The developers for Stillwater, a project to be located in Delmar, Del., also came before the council looking for approval of a concept plan for a 172-unit development. Deborah Johnson, CEO of the

Corporation for Healthy Homes and Economic Development (CHHED), presented plans for a proposed mixedincome development to be located on a parcel on 7th Street in Delmar (Md.). The development would feature two units per lot and would feature green building. Johnson said her non-profit agency works to promote decent and affordable housing. It is currently working on a mixed-income development on a

17-acre parcel on Connelly Mill Road (Chapman’s Cove). With the 7th Street project, CHHED is looking to provide starter homes for families with incomes around $19,000 to $30,000 per year. The development would feature townhouses on four subdivided lots with two units per lot. The developers need to be granted a Continued on page four

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Townhouse development would be showcase for green building Continued from page one

special exception in order to have the two units per lot. Johnson said the project will be lavished with greenery as a buffer. She also said that the project, which may feature solar panels and walls that are better insulated and more energy efficient, would serve as a pilot project for green building. “It’s really a green building pilot and it’s an opportunity for us to show what we can do,” Johnson said. Delmar, Del., mayor John Outten asked why the developers are proposing two units per acre. Johnson said it is to help offset the cost of having a green building. The developers of Stillwater came back to the Joint Council asking for approval of its new proposal for 172 units. The project was originally approved for 130 units but the developer decided that project was not economically feasible. The developers later proposed townhouses with 370 units, which the council was opposed to. The 172-unit project would feature single-family housing and is the maximum number of lots allowed under the current R2 zoning. The developers are hoping to start construction next year with a possible 10-year build out. The Delmar (Del.) Council voted, 3-0, to accept the conceptual plan. The developers will now have to go before the planning and zoning commission. Delmar resident Ramona Dickerson asked the council to do something about the mosquito problem in her neighborhood. Dickerson, who also addressed the council last month, asked for an ordinance requiring an aerator for any manmade ponds. “This is a health hazard. I want to be

able to sit outside,” she said. Commissioner Carl Anderton said he is looking at having the stormwater pond in question retrofitted with an aerator. “Whatever we can do by law, we’re going to have them retrofitted,” said Anderton. Anderton presented the council with the planning and zoning report. During the report, representatives from Delmar Rentals and United Propane addressed the council asking for a favorable recommendation to the board of appeals to allow Delmar Rentals to rent the former Suburban Propane facility to United Propane. The facility would be used to store propane trucks and empty tanks. The tanks would be pumped out into the trucks on site. The council questioned whether United Propane could prevent leakage problems that plagued the facility in the past. United Propane manager Steve Twilley said the majority of the problems occurred after Suburban Propane moved out of the facility and left tanks behind. “To tell you 10 years down the road or even tomorrow that nothing’s going to happen, I’d be a fool to say that,” Twilley said. “I will keep my yard clean.” Anderton said the area around the Delmar, Md., facility has changed since Suburban Propane was there, with several current and planned homes in the vicinity. Twilley said he is looking to relocate to Delmar so he can consolidate his office (Salisbury) and his facility (Pittsville). He asked the commission to give him a year or two to see how it goes. The commission voted, 4-1, to grant a favorable recommendation with stipulations, including the condition that the situation will be revisited on a yearly basis.

Delmar mayors John Outten, left, and Doug Niblett look over a map during a presentation by Deborah Johnson of the Corporation for Healthy Homes and Economic Development. The organization is proposing a mixed-income development that would involve green building. Photo by Mike McClure

Following an executive session to discuss the Fraternal Order of Police issue (see story below), town manager Sara Bynum-King told the council that the Jewell Street project (from 7th Street to 8th Street) will soon get underway. The contractors will begin work on the street project in the next few weeks. Bynum-King asked the Delmar Council

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Citizens to vote on request by police department By Mike McClure Following an executive session, the Delmar (Md.) Commission voted 3-2 in favor of holding a special public election to consider the police department’s request to amend the town charter to allow for collective bargaining and non-binding arbitration. The vote came after a Wicomico County judge ruled in favor of the Delmar Police Department and the Wicomico County Fraternal Order of Police. The

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As a part of the 2008 “Survivor Nanticoke” Riverfest event we have a new challenge for our patrons. This year we will hide the idol that you see in the picture somewhere in the area of Riverfest and below we have listed four clues to help you with finding the idol. Once the idol has been found return it to City Hall and receive a $100.00 Cash prize. The idol is already hidden so you do not have to wait until the day of the event, the earlier you start looking the greater chance you will have of being the one to receive the prize. Good Luck and Happy Hunting!

Clues 1. When you drink the water, remember the spring. 2. A single member of a family eats: the whole family will not be hungry. 3. Enough shovels of earth – a mountain. Enough pails of water – a river. 4. A bad workman blames his tools.

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Eating, baking contests new parts of the lineup Continued from page one

erans of the spitting contest could face a challenge from the new Georgetown mayor Edwin Lambden, who just took office this spring and who, Phillips said, is very enthusiastic about the competition. (Lambden did not return requests for comment.) Phillips said that he expects more than a half dozen area local politicians to participate in the contest. In addition to Conaway, Outten and Lambden, Phillips expects the roster to include Laurel mayor John Shwed, Seaford mayor Ed Butler, Blades mayor David Ruff and Jeff Hastings, president of the Bethel Town Council. Phillips, a farmer and a member of the Sussex County Council, will provide the seeds for the contest. He will also serve free watermelon at a stand in the downtown area. He said on Monday that it is possible that some of the melon will come from his own fields. “I had a slice of one yesterday and it was pretty ripe,” he said. New to the Fourth of July celebration this year will be a pie-eating contest and a hot dog-eating contest. Both will take place in Janosik Park; the hot dog eating will get underway at 1 p.m. and the pie eating, for dessert, at 5 p.m. Top eaters will be awarded ribbons. This year’s celebration will also include contests for the best cake and best pie. Entries have to be at the stage in Janosik Park by 4:30 p.m. Friday. (Anyone who

has an entry that requires refrigeration can see Connie Lewis at the chamber booth.) Laurel’s July 4th celebration will kick off Thursday evening at 7 p.m. with the traditional Red, White and Blue Parade. This year’s theme is “born free.” For the first time, the celebration will be joined by CAT Country radio. Through a partnership between the Laurel Chamber of Commerce, which sponsors the celebration, and the broadcasting company, the stations, at 97.5 FM and 105.9 FM, will broadcast live from the celebration the evening of July 4th. During that evening’s fireworks show, the stations will play patriotic music. Friday’s events will include a talent show, on the stage in Janosik Park and featuring monetary prizes in three age categories, under 12, 12 to 18 and 18 and older, a car show, set up in the Game Zone parking lot on Central Avenue north of the Boys and Girls Club, and a 5K run. The run will start and end at Laurel High School. Following the race, which will kick off at 8:30 a.m., will be a one-lap walk around the high school’s 1/4-mile track for youth 10 and under and senior citizens 70 and older. Cost for the run is $8, $15 if the runner wants a T-shirt. Cost for the walk is $5, $15 to include a T-shirt. All day Friday, entertainers will perform in Janosik Park. The day will start with Bruce Willey and the Gospel Café Band performing from 8 to 9:30 during the prayer breakfast. Guest keyboard player

will be Phil Perdue, Salisbury. “I am really looking forward to it,” Willey said. “We will play all types of gospel music.” A few tickets for the prayer breakfast are still available. Cost is $10. To reserve a ticket, call the chamber office, 875-9319. Willey and the Gospel Café Band will return to the park Saturday, July 5, from 4 to 9 p.m. The Gospel Café, sponsored by Centenary United Methodist Church, is open every Saturday in the parking lot of the church, Market Street. But every year on July 5, Willey takes advantage of the stage being set up to hold his gospel concert and revival in the park. Up to 225 people attend the regular meeting, Willey said. But up to 600 people regularly attend the July 5 event. Also in the park, Route One will perform there Thursday evening following the parade. The Funsters will play Friday afternoon and the Honeycombs will take to the stage Friday evening. All day Friday, food and arts and crafts booths will be set up between Janosik Park and Central Avenue. The festival’s carnival will once again be in the empty lot south of the Insurance Market. It will run from July 2 through July 5. Fireworks, shot over Broad Creek and including, for those with radios, patriotic music, will close the festival at dusk.

Fireworks will be part of this year’s celebration. File photo by Daniel Richardson

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Business Businessman heads local Autism Foundation By Donna Dukes-Huston The statistics are alarming for parents today - a 2007 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention concluded that the prevalence for autism has risen to one in every 150 births of American children. The numbers are even higher for boys - one in 94 boys are more than four times likely to be born with autism. John E. Willey II, president of Peninsula Oil and Propane, has taken an active role in autism awareness since his son Eric, now 11, was officially diagnosed with autism at the age of three. He helped found and is now president of the Lower Delaware Autism Foundation. Eric first exhibited signs of hearing loss. A family friend who is a speech pathologist suggested that they have Eric’s hearing tested after she observed Eric’s speech patterns and lack of interest in socializing around his first birthday. Willey and his wife, San, had several tests done but they were inconclusive. The Willeys further suspected that Eric was not developing according to schedule when he finished the two-year-old program at a local preschool. When Eric’s instructor suggested that he repeat this program the next year, the Willeys began a process that would eventually lead them to A.I. DuPont Children’s Hospital where Eric was diagnosed with autism. There is no single cause for autism but it is generally accepted that it is caused by abnormalities in brain structure or function, according to the Autism Society of America. That fall, instead of returning to preschool, Eric was enrolled in the Sussex Consortium, a special education program operated in the Cape Henlopen School District where all children with

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autism were required to go at that time, according to Willey. The Consortium provided a great sense of relief to the Willeys. “They were the first people we talked to who really understood Eric,” Willey said. “We felt comfortable and confident with what they were going to do for him.” When the Willeys used to visit Eric at preschool, they usually found him in a corner alone or under a table, not interacting with anyone. Their observations of Eric at the Consortium provided very different results. “This was the first time we had seen him in a class behaving,” Willey said. “We looked in all the usual places, in corners, under tables, but he was in a chair interacting with other kids. It was the last place we would have expected.” The biggest deficit for Eric was his lack of communication skills, Willey said. He learned to ask for things he wanted and needed by using a picture system. He could hand pictures to his teachers or parents to let them know his needs. When Eric first began this process, his teachers often spent around five hours each day just working on communication skills. While Eric has learned to do most things other children can do, he did not reach these benchmarks at the same age as most other children. For example, Eric was not potty trained until he was 5 1/2 and he could not speak clearly until the age of nine. Until these things were mastered, his teachers could not focus on academic skills. As a result, he is only at a first grade academic level at the age of 11. The Consortium begins providing vocational training for students at the age of 14. They are placed in local businesses in the Lewes area and provided transportation to and from work as well as regular sessions with a job coach to help them be successful. According to Delaware law, Eric can stay at the Consortium until he is 21. At that time, he will be released to his parents with little further support from the state. The fact that there are no state funded programs for adults with autism prompted Willey and other concerned parents to form the Lower Delaware Autism Foundation seven years ago. LDAF’s vision is that individuals with autism in Sussex County will have a lifetime of meaningful and enriching opportunities within their communities. LDAF re-

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lies solely on donations and fundraising events to support the many programs it now sponsors. The largest fundraiser is the annual Autism Ball held at the Baycenter at Dewey Beach each March. The Foundation also sponsors a golf tournament and race for autism as well as many other events. Willey’s son has participated in several of the programs sponsored by the Foundation including the Summer Swim Program. In fact, he won two silver medals in swimming at the Special Olympics held recently in Newark. He has also participated in the Adaptive Bike program where LDAF staff and volunteers work with facilitators from Lose the Training Wheels, Inc. “By learning to ride a bike, this is a great way for autistic kids to hang out with other kids in their own neighborhood,” Willey said. While the Foundation has developed many programs and opportunities for autistic children, LDAF’s goal is to continue to work toward implementing programs for adults. Children do not outgrow autism and there is no cure; autism affects individuals throughout their lifetime. Willey feels his biggest responsibility as president of LDAF is to keep the board moving forward to meet their goals. To find out more information about the Foundation or ways to contribute, visit www.ldaf.com.

John Willey, president and one of the founders of the Lower Delaware Autism Foundation (LDAF) helps his son, Eric, ride a bike.

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Soldier is marooned on island with shipmates By James Diehl When the USS Liscome Bay was torpedoed by a Japanese Navy submarine in late 1943, Concord resident James Whaley was on Makin Island, part of the force that occupied that island after taking it from Imperial Japanese forces. Allied ships, not knowing how many Japanese submarines were in the area, immediately cleared the harbor and set sail for Pearl Harbor, in the territory of Hawaii. It was the safest and most prudent thing to do – the island had been secured, after all. There was but one problem – Whaley and 53 of his mates from the USS Leonard Wood were still ashore, watching helplessly as their ship disappeared over the horizon. “It was certainly a sinking feeling watching my ship sail away,” says Whaley, who was on the island for a month before being picked up by a merchant ship and returned to the Leonard Wood. “By the time we left, I knew every inch of that island. I guess that’s why they called us the beach party.” In all, Whaley took part in eight invasions in the Pacific Theater of Operations between 1943 and 1945. But it was his love of the water, as well as his thirst for adventure, that caused him to enter the service at the tender age of 18. “I just really enjoyed the water ever since I used to play in Concord Pond when I was a boy,” says Whaley, a native of the

Seaford area. “And, like the advertisement [for the Navy] said, I wanted to see the world.” Whaley spent 20 years as a cook in the United States Navy, starting out aboard the Leonard Wood during the Second World War. But ask him what job he wanted while in the service, and his answer may surprise you. “Really, I wanted to be anything but a cook,” he says with a chuckle. “I wanted to be like an engineer or something, but I got tired of [washing trays] in the scullery after each invasion so I went to the commander and asked if I could be signed on as a cook’s striker. Then I got assigned to the bake shop.” Working in the bake shop meant churning out fresh bread, and lots of it. “We went in the bake shop at 6 p.m. and we didn’t get out until 4 a.m.,” says Whaley, who estimates he and the rest of his crew baked 500 loaves of bread per shift. “We had to make enough to feed 5,000 people.” While waiting for the Leonard Wood to return from the European Theater, Whaley spent two weeks training in the waters of the Chesapeake Bay and later completed combat training in Fort Pierce, Fla. When his ship arrived in Norfolk, Va., Whaley climbed aboard and traveled to San Francisco via the Panama Canal. “Halfway through the canal you’re in a lake and, while we were going through it, we saw these monkeys swinging from the trees in the jungle,” Whaley remembers. “And there were also a lot of large par-

James Whaley served 20 years in the United States Navy, including a stint on board the USS Leonard Wood during the Second World War. He participated in eight invasions during his time aboard the ship.

rots.” Arriving in Pearl Harbor, the reality of World War II really hit home to the men of the Leonard Wood. In the absence of tele-

vision, it was the first time they witnessed the destruction of the Japanese surprise attack on Dec. 7, 1941. “You could still see the ships sunk and the damage that was done to Ford Island (the 433-acre island strategically located in the middle of Pearl Harbor),” Whaley says. “There was no doubt what happened there because you could see it.” After a week of maneuvers on Maui, the men of the USS Leonard Wood headed for Makin Island – now known as Butaritari Island – and the first of several invasions they would take part in. It’s the invasion Whaley says he remembers most – not just because it was the first and not just because he was stranded there for 30 days. Makin Island marked the first time the young man from rural Sussex County got the chance to see Gen. Douglas MacArthur, the Supreme Commander of the Allied Powers. “After the island was secure, MacArthur came ashore to make an inspection and I got the chance to see him,” Whaley says. “I just really don’t know how to describe it. We had heard so much about him and there he was.” The aim of the raid on Makin Island was to destroy Japanese installations, take prisoners, gain intelligence on the Gilbert Islands, and divert Japanese attention and reinforcements from the Allied landings on Guadalcanal and Tulagi. It was a resounding success, one that found Whaley on the beach with the third wave of the invasion force.

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MORNING STAR • JULY 3 - 9, 2008 Once ashore, after feeling the island was secure, Allied forces suddenly found themselves under fire. “We kept getting shot at from somewhere and we just couldn’t figure out where it was coming from,” Whaley recalls. “We found out later that there was a Japanese sniper up a palm tree. We finally hit the palm tree with a bulldozer and took him prisoner. They just knocked the whole tree down.” After going ashore, Whaley befriended some of the Army personnel and began searching the island. It was not where he was supposed to be. “We weren’t supposed to go beyond the beach, but me, one of the sergeants from the Army and another guy went on what you call a mop up,” Whaley says. “The Japanese had dug trenches about 300 yards long and every 10 feet they’d have a hole that the guy could jump up and shoot from. If he killed a guy, he would drag him down in the trench and the next guy would pop up. So, you wouldn’t see any bodies as you were walking along. “Well, the sergeant I was with was dropping hand grenades down the holes and killing the Japanese who were still down there.” Going on a “mopping up” detail generally meant walking along the beach and picking up all the arms and ammunition, along with any garbage, that littered the ground. Someone else would come along later and remove the casualties. But one of Whaley’s duties after an invasion was to serve as a stretcher bearer, taking the injured back to the invasion barges for transport to the Leonard Wood. “There were actually more dead than there were survivors, but I did see some men who had lost both their legs. That was tough,” Whaley recalls. “But we carried them from the beach to the invasion barges and they would take them back to the operating room on the ship, where there were two rows of stretchers. They did what they could, but the ones who didn’t make it were wrapped up and put in our refrigeration room to bring back to the United States.” Shortly thereafter came the explosion aboard the USS Liscome Bay, caused by a torpedo that hit the ship in its bomb stowage area, which had no protection from a torpedo hit. The bombs stowed there detonated immediately causing an explosion that disintegrated half of the ship. No one aft of the forward bulkhead of the engine room survived. In all, more than 600 men went down with the ship, with 272 later rescued. Whaley found all this out when he arrived back at Pearl Harbor after finally being picked up on Makin Island. Being stranded on Makin Is-

land was far from primitive, however, as there were plenty of Army personnel ashore, men who were already scheduled to remain on the island after the invasion. That’s not to say there weren’t adventures, however. “One of the guys, for lack of something better to do, had a diving outfit and he went out into the water one day,” Whaley remembers. “He actually got tangled up with an octopus. Fortunately, he had a knife on him and was able to get away.” Finally, a merchant ship came to pick up the Navy men and transported them back to Pearl Harbor, where their ship was waiting. “They didn’t know what happened to us, but they knew we hadn’t been killed because the island had been secured,” Whaley says. “But this one guy who I worked with in the bake shop hadn’t gone ashore. Believe it or not, we actually hugged each other when I got back.” For the most part, the eight invasions the Leonard Wood participated in were all pretty similar. But the invasion of the tiny island of Saipan, in June of 1944, sticks out in Whaley’s mind because, of all things, a smokestack floating in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. “Everything had been wiped out except for this smokestack and this [Japanese soldier] was on top of that smokestack sending information about our troops,” he says. “Well, they were hitting us with mortars until we hit that smokestack. We blew it down with 16 inch guns and, after that, we could go in on the invasions.” As the war was winding down, Whaley and the men of the Leonard Wood prepared for an invasion on the island of Leyte, in the Philippines. It was memorable for other reasons – the joy of the natives, as well as a few tasty bananas. “The Filipinos somehow got past the Japanese and they met us on the beach; they were just so glad to see us,” Whaley remembers. “I couldn’t talk to them but they were cheering for us…that was definitely a surprise. We figured the Japanese had them held somewhere. “They were giving all of us bananas and they were fresher than anything else I had on the ship. They were small though, not like the ones we have here.” After their final invasion, the USS Leonard Wood began heading for American soil when they got news that the war in the Pacific had come to an end. The next day, while trying to dock in San Francisco, the news was confirmed. “When we went into San Francisco, they wouldn’t let us go ashore because the troops had torn it up when they were celebrating,” Whaley recalls. “We had to stay on the ship for a couple more days because of that.”

When he arrived back in the States, Whaley thought he would be discharged. He soon found out, however, that he was in the middle of what he called a “sixyear hitch.” It turned into a 20-year hitch. “After six years, jobs were hard to get so I just figured I’d make a career of it,” he says. Whaley served on several ships during his 20-year career, expanding his cooking skills to where he eventually took care of nearly all the kitchen-related duties on board.

But his three years of service during World War II are still some of the most memorable, and the most special. “I was proud of myself, especially when you consider some people tried to get out of it,” he says. “I think I made a difference. I probably saved some lives by carrying people back from the beach to the boats.” In all, Whaley received eight stars, one for each invasion he was a part of. He was also awarded the WWII Victory Medal, the Philippine Liberation Medal and

PAGE 9 a Presidential Unit Citation, among others. He and his wife, Bernice, still live in Concord and still travel to ship reunions all over the country in their motor home. Whaley served in the United States Navy until 1962, later working in the maintenance department at the Methodist Manor House for 23 years. We welcome suggestions for interviews of veterans who served during World War II. Contact Bryant Richardson at 629-9788.

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Police Journal The Food Bank of Delaware's stolen tractor trailers carrying 57,000 pounds of chicken were located in Jersey City, N.J., on Wednesday, June 25 at 3 a.m. The chicken, which was donated by Perdue, had to be discarded. A tip call was received by authorities in New Jersey after someone saw a national news broadcast covering the story. The trucks were found running and the chicken was located onboard. A team of Food Bank staff, Delaware State Police and staff from Chrome Deposit Corporation (owner of the second stolen tractor) traveled to New Jersey on Wednesday to assess the state of the vehicles and the chicken. Many of the boxes containing the chicken were opened and because Food Bank staff could not ensure the safety of the chicken, the decision was made to discard it. According to surveillance tapes, on Saturday, June 21 at 9:25 p.m. a two tone, dark Ford pick-up truck was seen pulling onto the property of a business adjacent to the Food Bank on Dawson Drive. The truck was seen parking in the rear of the property at which time it turned its lights off. Several minutes later, the truck pulled away. The first tractor trailer, which was loaded with frozen chicken destined for needy families, was stolen at 9:52 p.m. followed by the second shortly thereafter. It was later learned that a tractor portion (rig) was stolen at the same time from the Chrome Deposit Corporation (#9 Tyler Way). This business is located directly behind the Food Bank. It is believed that this stolen rig was used to steal the second trailer from the Food Bank. This rig is described as a 2001 Freightliner, maroon in color, depicting "CDC" in white lettering on the doors. The financial impact to the Food Bank will top $90,000. The chicken is valued at approximately $85,500 and the costs to discard the chicken will be approximately $3,000. The Food Bank and State Police are still seeking leads that will help bring the thieves to justice. If anyone has any information about the stolen trailers, please contact the Delaware State Police Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 1-800-TIP-3333. The Food Bank’s hunger-relief programs directly provide for almost 90,000 Delawareans at risk of going without meals each year.

For more information about the Food Bank of Delaware, visit www.fbd.org or call 302-2921305.

Driver ejected from car On June 29 at 1:42 a.m., Delaware State Troopers responded to Whitesville Road east of Gordy Road, for a physical injury crash involving a single motor vehicle. A 1997 Dodge Dakota (operated by Brandon Wood, 22, of Seaford) was traveling westbound on Whitesville Road when the vehicle drifted off the north side of the roadway. The vehicle then veered left crossing the eastbound lanes, striking a ditch. The vehicle subsequently rolled approximately three times ejecting the driver who was not wearing a seatbelt. The driver was initially transported by helicopter to Peninsula Regional Medical Center for injuries sustained in the crash. Wood was later transported to Baltimore Shock Trauma for nonlife threatening injuries. Alcohol is believed to be a factor in this crash.

Former officer arrested On June 26 shortly before 1 p.m., Troop 3 patrol troopers responded to the unit block of Asbury Avenue (Carter DevelopWix ment) for reports of a suspicious white male who allegedly prompted a twelveyear-old female to get into his vehicle with him. The victim in this case told investigators that a white male, (later identified as Kevin B. Wix, 38, of Harrington) in a dark colored minivan stopped his vehicle in front of her house and approached her as she sat on her front porch. The victim added that the subject told her that he was a police officer and attempted to gain her trust by providing her with a business card. He persistently requested that she get into the vehicle with him, however, she repeatedly refused and walked away. A witness observed the conversation and recorded the vehicle’s registration number. Wix was positively identified via his DMV photograph. The investigator contacted Wix, via the phone number on the business card and made arrangements for him to turn himself in at Troop 3. Wix was formally charged

with criminal impersonation of a police officer (felony) and second degree attempted unlawful imprisonment (misdemeanor) and released on $5,500 secured bond.

Fishing equipment stolen The Division of Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Section is seeking information pertaining to a felony theft which occurred at the White House Beach development’s marina on Long Neck Road in Millsboro. Fish and Wildlife Agents responded on June 22 to a report of several Penn rods and reels missing from a vessel docked at the marina. The victim told agents that the equipment was on the boat for a fishing trip earlier in the day but was gone later after the vessel had been tied up. The

missing fishing rods are valued at $6,000. Anyone with information about this theft is asked to contact Fish and Wildlife Agent Gavin Davis at 320-739-4580 or Sgt. Gregory Rhodes at 302-5426102.

face the following charges: Jose C. Villafane, 28, driving without a license, failure to have insurance identification in possession, unlicensed fishing and three counts of possession of undersized blue crabs. Aparicio Martin, 25; Ramirez F. Martin, 23; Martin A. Ramirez, 20; and Juan R. Mercado, 32, each charged with unlicensed fishing and three counts of possession of undersized blue crabs. All five were interviewed, taken to Justice of the Peace Court No. 3 in Georgetown and released pending arraignment in Spanish in the Court of Common Pleas in Georgetown. For more information, contact Sgt. Gregory Rhodes, Fish and Wildlife Enforcement, at 302542-6102 or 302-739-9913.

Men caught with crabs On June 25, Fish and Wildlife enforcement agents arrested five Millsboro men on multiple charges including possession of undersized blue crabs. Agents responded to Cupola Park in Millsboro and stopped a vehicle carrying crabbing gear and crabs that was leaving the area. All five men share the same address, 27179 Williams St., Millsboro, and were arrested and

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Fruity, spicy drinks take hot out of summer I can’t face the day without my coffee but I never could warm up to hot tea. I cultivated an unwelcome association with a “cuppa� and those childhood illnesses where tea and a piece of dry toast were all the sustenance allowed at my sickbed. When summertime rolls around, though, a tall glass of the iced variety seems somehow perfect on those lazy, hazy, crazy days. I guess there’s nothing that sugar and lots of ice can’t improve. I had the opportunity to put this icesugar theory to a test with a variety of refreshing summertime drinks that have not even a remote relationship with a tea bag. Try them for a deliciously different addition to your holiday celebration or on any sunny summer afternoon.

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The Practical Gourmet Watermelon Lemonade Bon AppĂŠtit, July 2001. Serves 9 8 cups 1-inch pieces seedless watermelon (from about 4 and 1/2 pounds) 1 cup fresh lemon juice 3 and 1/2 cups water 1 cup sugar

Ice cubes Lemon wedges

8 cinnamon sticks 8 crystallized ginger rounds

Working in two batches, blend watermelon and lemon juice in processor or blender until smooth. Transfer to pitcher. Bring 3 and 1/2 cups water and sugar to boil in medium saucepan over high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add hot syrup to pitcher with watermelon-lemon juice. Refrigerate until cold, about 2 hours. Fill tall glasses with ice. Pour Watermelon Lemonade over and garnish glasses with lemon wedges.

Bring 6 cups water to boil in large saucepan. Add tea bags, broken cinnamon sticks, and fresh ginger. Remove from heat. Cover; steep 10 minutes. Mix in juice concentrate and sugar. Chill until cold. Strain tea mixture into pitcher. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.) Fill 8 wineglasses with ice. Pour tea mixture over. Garnish with cinnamon sticks and ginger rounds.

Black Currant Iced Tea with Cinnamon and Ginger Bon AppĂŠtit, June 1999. A refreshing herbal iced tea with a nice crimson color. For a frosted look, freeze the glasses ahead of time, and dip the rims into sugar before pouring the tea. Serves 8.

Minted Honeydew Limeade Gourmet, September 1997. Makes about 9 cups

6 cups water 12 wild black currant herbal tea bags 2 3-inch-long cinnamon sticks, broken in half 1 tablespoon (packed) minced peeled fresh ginger 6 tablespoons frozen raspberry-cranberry juice concentrate 1/4 cup sugar Ice cubes

3-pound honeydew melon 1 and 1/2 cups superfine granulated sugar 1 and 3/4 cups fresh lime juice 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves 3 cups cold water 1 cup ice cubes Remove rind from melon, discarding it, and cut enough fruit into 1-inch pieces to measure 6 cups. In a blender, purĂŠe melon in batches with sugar, lime juice and mint until completely smooth and pour into a thermos or other container with water and ice. Shake or stir limeade before serving.

Join Us at Heritage Shores Club for Seafood Night Children can explore the great outdoors at the annual Day in the Garden on Saturday, July 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Georgetown.

A Day in the Garden, where kids can get their hands dirty Children love to get their hands dirty when they play outside – but how often is it a learning experience, feeling the texture and smelling the aroma of healthy planting soil? Sussex County master gardeners will supply such an opportunity as they introduce the new Children’s Garden during their annual Day in the Garden open house on Saturday, July 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Parents and their children can watch the caterpillars enjoy fine dining at the Caterpillar CafÊ. Visitors are welcome to flit and flutter along with the butterflies. Children can count how many different kinds of butterflies they can spot, and decide what their favorite flowers are. They can feel fuzzy lamb’s ears and experience the aromas that leaves and flowers produce. Families will learn how to start and pot

a new plant to take home. Tepees planted with gourds and vines will provide the perfect backdrop for young explorers. In addition to the new children’s feature, A Day in the Garden will feature horticulture demonstrations and advice. Approximately 25 master gardeners will be on hand to answer questions and examine patients at the sick plant clinic. The Children’s Garden is part of the Master Gardener’s Demonstration Garden located behind the University of Delaware’s Elbert N. and Ann V. Carvel Research and Education Center, 16483 County Seat Highway in Georgetown. It is a quarter of a mile west of Sussex Tech High School. There is ample parking and the event is free to the public. For details, visit www.rec.udel.edu or call Tracy Wootten at 302-856-7303, ext. 538, or Karen Adams, ext. 540.

Enjoy an Impressive Selection of Local and Regional Seafood Favorites Wednesday, July 16th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The evening includes a Raw Bar and a delicious buffet featuring Bacon Wrapped Scallops and Steamed Mussels to Oysters Rockefeller and Clams Casino. $35 Per Person *Inclusive of Service Charge For Reservations Please Call 302.337.9926 x 321

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Business Homes are still selling well in Sussex County By Ruth Briggs King Let me start out by saying that, financially, times are tough right now – you know it, I know it and all of us here at the Sussex County Association of Realtors know it. I’m not going to try and convince you otherwise. But it’s not as bad as some would make it seem. Specifically, we take issue with reports in recent weeks displaying the housing market as “tumbling from coast to coast” – particularly since we’re on one of those coasts. Yes, the market may not be what it was a couple of years ago – truthfully, we may not see that kind of market enthusiasm in our area again for quite some time. But our market certainly bears no resemblance to the recent Standard & Poor’s/Case-Shiller home price index of 20 cities that shows home prices down more than 15 percent across the board. Why? For one thing, we don’t live in a single one of those 20 cities. To compare the environment in Sussex County to even the one in New Castle County doesn’t work – Sussex County always has been and always will be a unique market, one that defies any type of standard classification. That being said, we recognize that the housing market nationally has been in a

downward trend for several months now. But we have been a bit isolated from that downtown, for a number of reasons. A big one is our location, coupled with our low tax rates. People still want to move here – they can live close to the beach while paying just a fraction of what their tax bill was back home. And it’s partly because of those relocations that other housing markets are slipping a bit more than ours here in Sussex County. But, don’t believe me. Let’s look at the numbers. Between Jan. 1 and June 15 of this year, there have been more than 600 three bedroom homes sold in Sussex County. That averages out to a little over threeand-a-half homes per day, every day this year. And that’s only three bedroom homes. Add in the two and four bedroom homes and that number jumps to nearly 1,100, almost double. “There are still people buying; they’re just being more cautious and deliberate about their search for a home,” says Judy Dean, a realtor with Long & Foster in Rehoboth Beach. “And there has definitely been more activity in the last couple of weeks than there has been in the last couple of

months.” During the same January to mid-June time period, the average price of homes sold has been nearly $360,000 with an average time on the market of 186 days. While we realize this is not what people became accustomed to a few years ago, the fact remains that homes are still moving in our area. And they’re far from selling at rock bottom prices. “There are a lot of people looking at homes right now because they’re beginning to realize that interest rates could go up on them at any time,” says Dean. “Now is really the time to buy. Even if prices go down, if interest rates go up, it could cost you even more on your monthly payment.” There’s another important point to make in response to the gloomy report issued recently – that data was compiled in April. Though we still contend that it doesn’t pertain to our area, May numbers are up nationally compared to those from the month before. According to data compiled by the National Association of Realtors, our parent organization, existing home sales around the country increased in May with buyers responding to lower home prices. Existing home sales – including singlefamily, townhomes, condominiums and cooperatives – increased 2 percent to a

seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.99 million units in May from a level of 4.89 million in April. Realtors report seeing a renewed interest in the housing market as buyers begin to see value in current prices. The same could be said for our area of the world here in Sussex County. Homes, particularly reasonably-priced homes, are still moving relatively quickly. Some buyers are even purchasing homes closer to where they work or where their children go to school as a way to offset escalating gasoline prices. “With gas prices at more than $4 a gallon, I just thought it made more sense to buy a home closer to my child’s school rather than burning through several hundred dollars a month in gasoline,” one buyer reported recently. Whatever the reason for buying a home, the important thing to remember is that people – contrary to what some may think – are still buying homes in Sussex County. Don’t take what all the naysayers report as gospel – it’s not all gloom and doom out there. Ruth Briggs King is executive vice president for the Sussex County Association of Realtors located in Georgetown. She can be reached at 855-2300. Their website is www.scaor.com.

Program to provide conservation assistance to farmers The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Delaware is advising farmers interested in conservation assistance on their farming operations to sign up for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). This program provides financial and technical assistance to farmers interested in making voluntary improvements to natural resources on land they own or manage. “NRCS is currently crafting the 2008 Farm Bill to make our conservation programs and services, including EQIP, easier for our farmers and landowners nation-

wide,” said Russell Morgan, NRCS State conservationist. Under the new farm bill, EQIP places a priority on water conservation and promotes forest management practices and energy conservation. In addition, limited resource, socially disadvantaged or beginning farmers may receive additional financial assistance -up to 90 percent cost-share. These groups may also be eligible for advance payments to cover installation costs of conservation improvements. The new EQIP has a section geared towards funding for conservation practices

that help producers engaged in, or transitioning to, organic production. It also provides funding for conservation practices that address air quality concerns from agricultural operations using innovative technologies. Statewide, EQIP practices include, but are not limited to: grassed waterways, waste storage facilities, nutrient management, pest management, pasture management, tree planting, tree thinning, poultry windbreaks, strip-cropping, conservation tillage and wildlife habitat management. NRCS accepts applications for EQIP year-round and funding decisions are made

at cutoff points during the year. This year’s deadline is Oct. 3. Applications that address local conservation priorities are evaluated and ranked for funding. The number of applications approved for funding will be based on ranking and available funding. Interested parties should contact their local USDA NRCS Service Center to apply. For more information about EQIP, visit the Delaware NRCS website at www.de.nrcs.usda.gov.

Wilmington Trust acquires UBS Fiduciary Trust Company Wilmington Trust has signed a definitive agreement to acquire UBS Fiduciary Trust Company, a New Jersey-based provider of trust and investment management services for retirement plans. UBS Fiduciary Trust Company (UBSFTC) is being acquired from global financial services company UBS AG. It will become part of the Retirement and Institutional Services group within Wilmington Trust’s Corporate Client Services (CCS) business. The agreement represents the second acquisition this year in Wilmington Trust’s

retirement services business. On April 30, Wilmington Trust completed the acquisition of AST Capital Trust Company (AST), an Arizona-based provider of directed trustee and trust administration services offered through financial advisors. “This new addition of retirement plan assets enhances our position in an expanding marketplace and underscores our commitment to grow our core businesses,” said Ted T. Cecala, Wilmington Trust chairman and CEO. “It also creates opportunities for future growth and further strengthens our diverse

sources of revenue.” Wilmington Trust has more than six decades of experience servicing retirement plans. The Retirement and Institutional Services group provides directed trustee, custodial, trading, and paying agent services to more than 3,000 retirement and employee benefit plans with more than $41 billion in assets under administration. The planned acquisition of UBSFTC will add another 800 plans and $5.5 billion in assets under administration to Wilmington Trust’s retirement services platform,

bringing its totals to more than 3,800 plans and $46 billion in assets, respectively. Pending regulatory approval, Wilmington Trust expects to complete this transaction by late summer. Since AST is already performing services for UBSFTC, Wilmington Trust expects the transaction will have little effect on AST’s or Wilmington Trust’s staffing. The acquisition of UBSFTC follows expansion investments Wilmington Trust made in recent years to add new products and services to the CCS business and to expand CCS’ presence in Europe.

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Laurel policeman happy to have served two tours in Iraq By Tony E. Windsor After nine months in Iraq, a local police officer is back home and back on the beat. Following a second tour of duty in the Middle East, Pfc. Adam Coleman, of the Laurel Police Department, arrived back on USA soil at Fort Dix, N.J., on June 4. “I was so happy to smell fresh cut grass,” he said. “That was something I could not get back in Baghdad.” Coleman was assigned to Camp Victory in Baghdad with the 153rd Military Police Company of the Delaware National Guard out of Delaware City. His assignment while in Baghdad was with a personal security detail which visited various Iraqi Police headquarters and trained the Iraqi police officers. “Our mission was to win the hearts and minds of the Iraqi officers and help them to learn how to defend their people against the insurgents,” he said. In 2002, Coleman was deployed to the Middle East as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. Coleman served in Saudi Arabia from September 2002 through May 2003. During that time, while working with the military police, Coleman said his primary objectives included policing duties and looking for bombs. Just four years later in 2007, Coleman was called back to the Middle East, this time to serve in Iraq. He said he feels that the Iraqi police have become better trained and more aggressive in defending their citizens against the insurgency. “I feel the Iraqi police are willing to learn and we have developed a good relationship with them,” Coleman said. Coleman said in an effort to help win over the Iraqi police and gain their trust, he and other military members took gifts of toiletries like toothpaste and mouthwash to the officers each day. “In a lot of cases the officers would take these items out to the main gate and sell them,” he said. “But, that was fine with me. Our mission to win the hearts and minds of the Iraqi police was working.” Coleman said eventually he and the other U.S. military personnel started trading the toiletries for items like military patches. “The Iraqi police had no problem bartering with us and we were eventually able to get things like Iraqi flags,” he said. Coleman got one of the Iraqi flags that flew over a police headquarters in Baghdad and brought it back home with him to Laurel. He took the flag and framed it along with military

patches from the Iraqi Police force, U.S. Military Police and the Laurel Police Department and presented it to Chief Michael Wilson during a recent Laurel Town Council meeting. “I was able to stay in touch with the Laurel Police Department thanks to Chief Wilson,” Coleman said. “I was able to hear from the chief via e-mails back and forth. I was also able to talk to him on the phone every once in awhile. It is great to hear a familiar voice on the phone when you are so far away from home.” While in Baghdad, Coleman and the other military personnel stayed in two-unit trailers on the U.S. military base. Asked how he felt about having to do a second tour of duty in the Middle East, Coleman responded that he had no problem with it and would go back again if necessary. “Ten years ago I signed a contract and agreed that wherever Delaware’s governor or the president of the United States needed me to go, I would go,” he said. “I cannot speak for every member of the military in the Middle East, but as far as I am concerned I am proud to go anywhere that the United States is doing something good.” Coleman said he feels that his personal experience has shown that the Iraqi people are happy that the United States military is there. “I have personally spoken to citizens of Iraq and they have told me that they are happy we are there for them,” he said. Coleman, the son of Howard and Peggy Coleman, was born and raised in Marydel. He attended Polytech High School, Woodside, and graduated in 1998. Desiring a career in law enforcement, after graduation Coleman went to work with the Delaware Department of Corrections where he worked at Sussex Correctional Institution and the Gander Hill Correctional Center. Following his first military service abroad, Coleman returned to his job with the Bridgeville Police Department, finished his police academy training and spent three years with the police department. In 2005 he learned that the town of Laurel was hiring in its police department and decided to join. “I recall that some nights while working in Bridgeville, it would be a little slow, but the scanner would be lit up with calls coming out of Laurel,” he said. “I wanted a chance to go where there seemed to be more action.” Coleman said he never regrets becoming a Laurel Police officer and it has lived up to his expectations.

Pfc. Adam Coleman (left) presents Laurel Mayor John Shwed with American and Delaware flags that were flown during the current Iraq military initiative in Baghdad. The flags and a plaque were given as part of Coleman's appreciation for the support of the people of Laurel during his recent nine-month deployment to Iraq with the Delaware Army National Guard. Photo by Tony Windsor

“I think Laurel is a great community to work for,” he said. “I feel that whenever I go to work I want to make it a priority to promote the town of Laurel, to do whatever I can to help make it an even better place to live.” Today Coleman “protects and serves” the people of Laurel and is also a National Transportation

Highway Safety Administration certified DUI (Driving Under the Influence) instructor at the Delaware State Police Academy. Coleman said he has always had a driving desire to be a policeman. “I have wanted to be a police officer since I was a kid,” he said.

“It was not because anyone suggested it to me,” he continued. “I guess I was always mesmerized by the excitement of what a policeman does. I remember that my father gave me the advice to find a job that I really enjoyed and one that was in demand. I have found that as a policeman.”

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Cutting home energy use by almost half Insight Homes are efficient, affordable and attractive, owner says By Lynn R. Parks Rob Lisle was disgusted by the slipshod practices he saw all around him in the housing construction industry. “There was some really lowquality stuff,” he said. “And I knew that there had to be a better way to build a house.” In particular, he was upset that the houses that he saw being built were not as energy efficient as they could be. “We are crucifying the car industry for not doing better in building more energy-efficient cars,” he said. But the lifetime of a car, even of the most wasteful kind, is usually no more than half a dozen years or so. “Home builders are making no effort to increase energy efficiency, and their mistakes last 50 years or more,” he said. Lisle, 39, set out to prove that it is possible to build an energyefficient house that is not too expensive and that consumers will buy. With his Greenwood-based Insight Homes construction company, which he started in August, he has done just that, he said. All four Insight models use 56 percent of the energy that the typical new home uses, according to the Home Energy Rating System, a measure of total energy use devised by the U.S. Department of Energy. Add the available solar package, and that number drops to 34 percent. In comparison, an Energy Star home uses 85 percent of the energy that a standard new home uses. To qualify as a high performance home through the U.S. Department of Energy, a home has to use 70 percent of the energy of the standard. The Insight models range from 1,600 square feet to 2,500 square feet. Construction cost is about $100 per square foot. In addition, Insight is working on a smaller house, about 1,500 square feet, that with the lot will cost $199,000. Energy savings will be the same. “It is not that hard to build more efficiently,” Lisle said. “If everybody built houses like we are, our country would have $1 billion a year in energy savings.” In addition to being energy

For your information: Insight Homes can be contacted at 349-9480. Its Web site address is www.insightde.com. efficient, Insight homes are also built according to the standards of the American Lung Association’s Healthy Home program. All of the homes have highgrade filters in their heating and air conditioning systems, rated a 10 on a scale of 3 to 12, and have central vacuum cleaners that empty accumulated dust into the outside. The homes are also constructed to prevent growths of mold and mildew, indoor pollutants that love moist conditions and that are implicated in poor health. The windows are installed according to the strictest industry standards to minimize leakage; if water does manage to get inside, a rubber drain pan underneath the window sill funnels water out the bottom of the window to the outside. Underneath the house, the crawlspace is insulated, heated and air conditioned to prevent mold and mildew. And the duct work is installed in such a way that it leaks only three percent of the conditioned, filtered air that it is carrying through the house. Whatever air a duct leaks has to be replaced with non-conditioned, unfiltered air sucked in from outside the house. The more air that is sucked in, Lisle said, the greater the likelihood that mold and mildew will grow in the house. The industry standard for duct leakage is 25 percent, he said.

Energy-saving quest

Lisle began his quest for the most energy-efficient house possible in 2006, when he started the 36 Builders construction company. The company’s goal was to build three houses at a time and, learning from the process, make each set more energy-efficient than its predecessors. By the time Lisle completed his 22nd home, in the seventh group of three, he suspended the experiment. His company had reContinued on page 15

Stewart Prothero with the Energy Services Group, Easton, Md., sprays orange sherbet-colored polyurethane foam into cracks and crevices in an Insight home under construction in Milton. Photo by Lynn R. Parks

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Castle’s bill to honor national parks on quarters passes House The U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services passed Delaware Congressman Michael N. Castle's America's Beautiful National Parks Quarter Dollar Coin Act of 2008 (H.R. 6184) with strong bi-partisan support. This legislation would begin circulation of quarter-dollar coins that are emblematic of a national park or other historic site in each state, the District of Columbia and each territory of the United States. Castle introduced the program just two weeks ago and believes that it will be another successful initiative for the U.S. Mint by encouraging Americans to learn about our national parks while raising money for the U.S. Treasury. "The Fifty State Quarters Program surpassed our

expectations, so I have high hopes for these National Parks Quarters as well," said Castle. "The new series is proposed to start in 2010, right after the D.C. and territories quarters are issued for the state quarters. “In order to meet this timeline, Congress needs to send this bill to the president quickly." The U.S. Mint estimates that the Fifty State Quarters Program will make more than $6.2 billion in revenue, $3.7 billion more than regular quarters alone. Members of the Financial Service Committee praised this new National Parks Quarters Program as it is projected to raise just as much money for the federal government.

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Rob Lisle, owner of Insight Homes, stands in front of the Jerry, one of four models available through the company. All of the models, including the Elaine, the George and the Peterman, are named after Seinfeld characters. Photo by Lynn R. Parks

Insight into energy savings Continued from page 14

duced energy use as much as possible in a standard house, using current technology, he said. Making the house energy-efficient is largely about keeping the outdoor air outside and the indoor air inside. All windows in Insight homes are double-paned, with the panes far enough apart that molecules of air can’t jump from one to the other. The panes are coated front and back with silver oxide, which reflects infrared radiation, the part of sunlight that turns into heat. “That blocks 93 percent of the sun’s heat,” Lisle said. All of the space between pieces of wood in the home’s framing, including around wire holes and electric outlets, is filled with polyurethane foam before the drywall goes on. On a recent warm morning, Stewart Prothero with the Energy Services Group, Easton, Md., was spraying the orange sherbet-colored foam into the cracks and crevices in an Insight home under construction in Milton. Eaves in Insight homes are constructed so that an adequate depth of fiberglass insulation can fit above the ceiling, from one side of the house to the other. Lisle said that in most homes, the rafters near the edges of a house are so narrow that only a minimal amount of insulation can be squeezed in. All houses come standard with compact fluorescent bulbs and continuous water heaters. Finally, each house is tested by the Energy Services Group to ensure that it meets Insight’s standards for air tightness. Lisle said that no matter how many houses his company builds, Insight will continue to have each home tested.

Response has been good

Lisle is confident that his company will continue to build homes that people want to buy. He predicts that Insight Homes, which is operating out of the former Nanticoke Homes facility in Greenwood and which Lisle expects to move to a new building on U.S. 13 near Bridgeville in August, will sell 50 homes in its first year and by the end of its second year, will be building 50 homes a year. In three years, he expects to be building 150 homes a year. In fact, he said, Insight would be doing that already if the real estate market wasn’t so slow. “The response has been really good,” he said. “About half our buyers are just blown away by the energy savings. They can’t believe it. The other half walk in and just like the houses so much that they say, ‘I’ll buy it.’” Currently, the company is building in five Sussex County neighborhoods: Pemberton, Bridlewood and Sunland Ranch, all near Milton, Saddlebrook near Bridgeville and Deep Creek on Concord Road near Seaford. Only Deep Creek has Insight Homes exclusively. In addition, an associated company, Vision Builders, builds custom houses that meet the same energy and air-quality standards as Insight Homes. Lisle believes that his company is proof that it is possible to build an energy-efficient home that people want to buy. “Our houses are affordable. They are comfortable, warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer, they will last longer, they have moisture management and mold management and they have better air quality,” he said. “We have done what we wanted to do, to show that it can be done.”

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People Man home after one year in Iraq On June 6, SPC Christopher Asselin was welcomed home by family and friends after serving a year in Iraq with the Delaware National Guard’s 153rd Military Police Company. Stationed south of Baghdad at Forward Operating Base Kalsu, Asselin worked with the Police Transition Team training future Iraqi police officers. Asselin is the son of Kim Knowles and Jeff Asselin, both formerly from Seaford. He is the grandson of Jack and Carolyn Knowles and Mary Asselin, all of Seaford.

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Family marks 10 years since surgery A Gift of Life party was held June 21 in honor of Kelsey and Kenny Willey, both of Laurel. The father and daughter were celebrating the 10th anniversary of the operation in which Kelsey received a kidney from her father. The surgery was on June 25, 1998. Several friends and family members joined them at Chick-Berry-Farms to cele-

Pounsberry, daughter of Diane Pounsberry, Seaford, and Richard Pounsberry, also of

brate the anniversary. The party was organized by Kelly Willey, Barbara and Bobby Hearne. Helpers were Joe and Brenda Thomas, Reese and Trudy Pusey, Lettie Harold and Gary Workman. The Willey family reminds people who have not agreed to be an organ donar to consider it.

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Reduce YOUR Community Bulletin Board Monthly Payments Blades Fire Hall breakfast

There will be an all-you-can-eat breakfast, at the Blades Fire Hall, located at the corner of Cannon and Fifth streets in Blades, July 6, from 8 till 11 a.m. Cost is adults $7, children $3. Sponsored by the auxiliary and firemen of the fire company. For more information call Jewell Chaffinch at 629-6904.

Rabies & distemper clinic

Homeless Cat Helpers, Inc. holds its eighth semi-annual Rabies & Distemper Vaccination Clinic for cats and dogs on July 19 from 8 - 10 a.m. Cost is $10 for each rabies shot and $10 for each Distemper/Parvo shot, cash only. Leashes and carriers are required. Blades Fire Station, Cannon Street, between 4th and 5th streets. Dr. Mike Metzler, DVM, attending veterinarian, Four Paws Animal Hospital. Puppies must be at least 16-weeks old to receive rabies vaccine and at least 6 weeks old to receive distemper vaccine. Kittens must be at least 12 weeks old to receive Rabies Vaccine and be at least six weeks old to receive Distemper Vaccine. Each dog/puppy must be on a leash. Each cat/kitten must be in its own carrier.

Farmers and Artisans Market

For quite some time now, old-timers and new-comers alike have been asking for a market in the Seaford area. A citizens’ group is making it happen. A steering committee has laid the foundation, with the help of Kelli Steele. Debuting on Saturday mornings in August, from 8:30 a.m. to noon, residents and friends will be able to purchase locally grown and locally hand-crafted items at “Seaford’s Farmers & Artisans Market.� The location will be at the Kiwanis Park on Stein Highway in Seaford. Growers and artisans from the surrounding area are encouraged to contact either Lynne Betts at 629-3949 or Sonja Mehaffey at 245-9494 to sign up for the five Saturday mornings in August.

Church seeks craft vendors

Christ Lutheran Church need craft vendors for its Christmas bazaar to be held on Sept. 27, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. - $20 per space. Contact Joan at 628-3601. The church is located at 315 N. Shipley St., Seaford.

SSA welcomes new members

The Seaford Swimming Association, located west of Seaford on Craigs Mill Pond Road, is now accepting applications for membership for the 2008 summer season. Children’s swimming lessons are offered throughout the summer along with family activities for both children and adults. A new member discount is in effect. Contact Board president Steve Halter at 628-0554 for further information.

Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival

The Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival at Nutter Park in Seaford, will be held Fri-

day and Saturday, Aug. 8 and 9. This year's event will include a Pre-AFRAM Festival basketball competition and fish fry on Thursday, Aug. 7. Nutter Park is located on Collins Avenue next to Chandler Heights Apartments in Seaford. This annual festival celebrates the African-American heritage with entertainment, food, a parade, cultural vendors, contests, fun for kids and adults, and information booths. This year’s theme is “Conserving Our Future by Preserving Our Family.� Register today for pageants, vending booths, parade, basketball challenge, Amateur Night, and entertainment by calling 628-1908. Registration forms are also available on the AFRAM Web site:easternshoreafram.org. For questions or information please contact Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival Executive Director: Councilwoman Pat A. Jones at 628-1908 or pj@easternshoreafram.org.

Seaford District Library events

• “Fun with Filmmakingâ€? is a free 3day series offered by the Rehoboth Film Society at the Seaford District Library on Mondays, July 7 and 14 and Tuesday, July 15 from 1 to 3 p.m. Registration at the library is required and the program is recommended for elementary aged students. • John Hadfield will present “Monkeys in the Houseâ€? on Tuesday, July 8, starting at 6:30 p.m. • “LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!â€? The Seaford Library will be having Movie Night on Wednesday, July 9, starting at 5:30 p.m. • The Rehoboth Summer Children’s Theatre will present “Puss in Bootsâ€? on Thursday, July 10, starting at 1 p.m. as part of the Seaford District Library’s Children’s Summer Reading Program “Catch the Reading Bug.â€? • The Teen Summer Reading Program “Metamorphosisâ€? will be having an “Extreme Makeoverâ€? program on Thursday, July 10, starting at 4 p.m. Sign up for this program at the library’s front desk. This is for program participants who have completed grades 6-12. For more information contact Kenda Kile at 629-2524. • Do you have health concerns? Confusing lab reports? Questions you should ask your doctor? Visit the Seaford District Library the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. Meet with Linda Leonard, Consumer Health Librarian for Sussex County.

Breakfast cafe

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songs, poetry, art, science, math, music and fun at the Laurel Public Library’s preschool story time. Story time is held every Tuesday morning at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call the library at 875-3184.

LHS Class of 1988 reunion

For more information, drop by the Laurel Public Library at 101 East 4th Street, call us at 875-3184, or find us on the web at www.laurel.lib.de.us. You can also email Becky Norton, Youth Services Librarian, at Rebecca.Norton@lib.de.us for more information.

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LHS Class of 1988 20 year reunion planning in progress for fall 2008. We need your help. Contact the committee with your address information and anyone else’s that you may know at Reunioninfo2008@yahoo.com or call the reunion hotline 302-280-6655 or register on classmates.com to help us connect to everyone The Laurel Historical Society is pleased to announce that their headquarter museum, the Cook House, will be open for visits on Sunday afternoons from 1-4 p.m. during the summer and early fall seasons. While the Cook House has been open for public viewing at times in the past, this will be the first time that regular public hours have been available. There is no charge for admittance during this trial period, but monetary donations from visitors will help insure the continuation of the venture and are encouraged. Located at 502 E. Fourth St., the Cook House is where many of the society’s holdings are stored and displayed. New this season is a representation of a 1930 style, depression era bedroom with a suite of furniture that was purchased and thought to have been originally owned by Lou Elliott. Mrs. Elliott operated the Wee Gift Shop in Laurel for many years on the site of the current Lions Club building. Some other important pieces from the society’s collections include a c.1840 Ralph corner cupboard, a signed c. 1960 John F. Kennedy letter, and the extensive collection of photographs from the local Waller Studio. These reprinted pictures document life in Laurel and western Sussex from 1896 until the early 1970’s and represent a detailed chronology of the buildings and lifestyles of the eras. For more information or to volunteer to serve as a host, call 875-2820 or email laurelhistoricalsociety@hotmail.com

Laurel Public Library events

‘Bound by Books’ discussion group

Greenwood Library’s book discussion group, “Bound by Books,” will hold a discussion session on Tuesday, July 8, from 6:30 to 8 at the Greenwood Public Library. The work to be discussed will be the short story “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty” by James Thurber. The program is free and open to all. To obtain a copy of the short story, drop by the Greenwood Public Library, or call Robin Miller at 349-5309. The Greenwood Public Library is located at 100 Mill St., just east of the railroad tracks in Greenwood.

Greenwood VFW fundraiser

Join Peggy’s Family Restaurant at 9634 Hickory Lane in Greenwood, for a special 4th of July Weekend Fundraiser for Operation Uplink, a phone card program sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW Post 7478 in Greenwood. After enjoying a meal at Peggy’s, diners can make donations at the register to purchase phone cards for America’s active duty military personnel and hospitalized veterans. Look for the patriotic donation display during July 3- July 6. Checks can be made payable: Greenwood Memorial Ladies Aux. #7478. Contact person: President Michaele Russell at 302-3494220.

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The Greenwood CHEER Center Wii™ Bowling Team, located at 12713 Sussex Hwy, in Greenwood, will be participating in a Wii™ Bowling tournament to be held at the Slaughter Neck CHEER Center located at 22942 Slaughter Neck Road, Lincoln on Friday, July 11. The games will begin at 10 a.m. These tournaments are practice tournaments for the centers leading up to a CHEER, Agency wide Wii™ Bowling Tournament that will be held in September. The center has open Wii™ bowling in the Greenwood CHEER Center from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Anyone over age 50 is welcome to come in and try the many games available and sign-up to participate in center competition. For more information or to register call Susan Welch at 302-349-5237.

Historical Society’s Museum

The Bridgeville Historical Society Museum will be open to the public on the first Sunday of each month from June to October from 1 p.m - 4 p.m. The museum is located at 102 William Street, Bridgeville.

Trinity Golf Tournament

The 5th Annual Trinity Foundation Golf Tournament will be held Sept. 6 at Heritage Shores Golf Club in Bridgeville. The tournament is a charity event to raise money for the Trinity Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 2005 by the employees of Trinity Transport, Inc. In 2007 the tournament succeeding in raising over $20,000. There are two tee times, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Special thanks go out to our top sponsors so far for 2008, including Trinity Transport, Inc. and Discover Bank, with more expected to follow.

Georgetown Public Library events

The Georgetown Public Library will hold Story Time at 10:30 a.m. every Tues-

day morning with Miss Sherri. • The Friends of the Georgetown Public Library will hold its monthly book discussion on Wednesday, July 9, at 10 a.m. This month discussion will be on “Into the Wild” by Jon Krakauer. • The Georgetown Library will hold Wellness Wednesday on July 16 from 2-4 p.m. • The Georgetown Public Library will have a movie matinee every Friday at 2 p.m. starting the week of June 13 to Aug. 22. • Georgetown Public Library will present Gary Lloyd, a regionally recognized and award winning storyteller will present “Come Into My Parlor, Please?” on Thursday July 10 at 2 p.m. For further information call the Georgetown Public Library at 856-7958.

State Police car show

On Saturday, July 5, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., the Delaware State Police will be hosting a car show at the 1st State Chevrolet (located on US 113 in Georgetown). This event will feature race cars, which will be participating in the upcoming annual Camp Barnes Race. Race Cars will be on display. “Sergeant Dan” and the State Police “Seat Belt Convincer” will be on hand. For more information, please contact Detective Preston (Pep) Lewis at 856-5850, Ext. 301.

Benefit nights

The Roadhouse Steak Joint is taking reservations for non-profit organizations benefit nights for the 2008-2009 season. Call 645-8273, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., 18693 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach, www.roadhousesteakjoint.com

Lions Club Longaberger sale

The Delmar Lions Club is holding a Longaberger basket sale with all proceeds from the sale going to the local community and the visually impaired. Baskets, with blue and orange trim and Wildcat paws, cost $49 apiece. The price of the lid, with a Delmar and Wildcat logo, is $30. Liners and dividers are available upon request. For more information or to order a basket please contact King Lion Mildred Riley at 846-3846 or kragera@verizon.net.

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• Wednesday, July 9, 2 p.m. - “Creepy Crawlies!” brought to us by the Delaware Museum of Natural History • Wednesday, July 16, 6:30 p.m. - Storyteller Michael Forestieri presents “Crawly Things and Beetle Wings” • Wednesday, July 23, 6:30 p.m. “Magic & Wit & Bugs!” performed by Magician Mike Rose! • Wednesday, July 30, 2 p.m. - “Buggy about Sign Language” presented by signing storyteller Kathy McMillan

The Greenwood Public Library’s adult summer reading club, “Basking in Books,” continues through Aug. 25. It is open to all 18 years and older or those who have graduated from high school. To participate, please register at the Greenwood Library and start reading or listening to your favorite books. Entry slips are filled out for each book enjoyed; these entry slips enter you in weekly drawings for prizes as well as for a grand prize to be awarded on Aug. 25. For further information, contact the Greenwood Library at 349-5309. The Greenwood Public Library is located at 100 Mill St., just east of the railroad tracks, in Greenwood.

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MORNING STAR • JULY 3 - 9, 2008 their regular monthly meeting on Monday, July 7, at 7 p.m., at the Seaford Library Conference Room. Those whose male ancestors fought honorably for the South during the American Civil War, or those interested in the preservation of history are invited to attend. www.DESCV.org

Trap Pond Partners meets

Trap Pond Partners (a volunteer nonprofit organization) meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Bald Cypress Nature Center at Trap Pond State Park, Laurel. We are always looking for new members and ideas to improve our state park. To learn more, visit www.trappondpartners.com.

Equine Council meets July 14

The next meeting of the Delaware Equine Council will be Monday, July 14, 7 p.m. at the Harrington Public library, Harrington. For more information, contact Stan 302-684-3966.

Widowed Persons Meeting July 15

The Seaford Chapter of the Widowed Persons Service will have its next meeting on Tuesday, July 15, at 12:15 p.m. at the Golden Corral. The planned guest speaker will be Sgt. Derrick Calloway of the Laurel Police Department. All widowed persons of all ages are invited to attend.

SCWDC meeting July 17

The Sussex County Women's Democrat Club will hold its regular monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. on July 17, at Sussex Pines Country Club, Georgetown. Guest Speaker Dr. Harriet Windsor, Delaware Secretary of State, will give an overview of the duties and responsibilities of the Secretary of State and the services that the Department of State provides. Members are asked to bring a friend and newcomers are always welcome. Dinner will cost $13 per person. For reservations, call Catherine King 628-4812 or email Ladycdk@comcast.net.

Knitting Guild meets

All Knitters: The “Sea Purls” Chapter of The Knitting Guild Association meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Cheer Center in Georgetown on the corner of Rt. 9 and Sand Hill Road. For more details call Joyce Smirk, Secretary, 302-732-6495. Lunch available.

Laurel Senior Center Day trips

• July 18 - Choptank Riverboat Luncheon Cruise at Suicide Bridge in East New Market. If interested you must have reservations, call 875-2536 for further information.

Senior Center trips

Nanticoke Senior Center’s Nashville and Memphis trip will take place on Sunday, Sept. 14 to Saturday Sept. 20. Cost is $850 double occupancy. Some of the sights you will see are Graceland, Grand Olé Opry, and Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum. For information call 629-4939. Trip includes motor coach transportation, tip for bus driver, snacks from center and dinner theatre.

Longaberger bus trip

Longaberger collectors will want to step aboard a bus trip to Boyd’s Bear Country in Gettysburg, Pa., for the Boyd’s Bear Country Basket Fest. Join Longaberger, America's premier maker of handcrafted baskets, pottery and wrought iron at the World's Most Humongous Teddy Bear Store for a fun-filled event that takes place Aug. 23. The bus will leave from the Seaford Village Shopping Center at 6 a.m. and return at 8 p.m. • A unique opportunity to weave your own Longaberger basket (not included in price of registration). • The Longaberger Factory Store with close to 10,000 square feet of retired and revered Longaberger baskets, pottery and wrought iron products available for purchase. • Longaberger Basket giveaways will take place every hour and much more! $59 per person (includes motor coach transportation, snack filled Longaberger Tote and door prizes). For more information and reservations call Renee Morris at 245-8842 or email at RGMorris93@comcast.net.

Bus trip to Nashville

The Marine Corps League meets the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Log Cabin in Seaford.

Seaford will host a trip to Nashville, Tenn., Nov. 13-17. Cost of $799 per person/double occupancy includes lodging at the Opryland Hotel, performance of Radio City’s “Christmas Spectacular” featuring world-famous Rockettes, Fantasy in Ice, holiday dinner show featuring Louise Mandrell, most meals, motor-coach transportation and much more. For more information call Frances Horner at 629-4416

Cancer support group

Bus trip to Jamaica, Queens

Marine Corps meeting

The Wellness Community-Delaware is offering a support group for people affected by cancer and their loved ones at the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford. The group meets at the Cancer Care Center on the second Monday of the month from 4:30 to 6 p.m. For more information call Kaye or Lori at 645-9150. All programs at The Wellness Community are free of charge for people affected by cancer and their loved ones.

Coast Guard Auxiliary

Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 12-04 meets the second Thursday of each month at Nanticoke Yacht Club in Blades. Call Wayne Hickman at 629-6337 for details.

A bus trip to Jamaica, Queens, N.Y., on Saturday, Aug. 16, from Big Lots, Seaford. Bus will leave at 5 a.m. Departure from New York, 5 p.m. Price $50, flat rate. For information contact Sister Paris Twyman, at 410-754-9135.

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(included) on board the “Spirit Of Norfolk.” Return to shore and next door you can tour the Nauticus, The National Maritime Center, The Battleship Wisconsin and the Hampton Roads Naval Museum. The cost is $78 and the bus leaves Peebles parking lot in Seaford at 7:30 a.m. Oct. 13-16 – New Hampshire White Mountains for 4 days. Stay in Laconia, N.H. at the Margate Resort Hotel with seven meals included. Cost: $650 per person, double occupancy. Visit Franconia Notch State Park, Chutter’s Store, Sugar Hill Sampler, Harman’s Cheese & Country Store, Hampton Pewter, and more. Have lunch (included) aboard The Café Lafayette Dinner Train during your two hour ride. Then ride the Lake Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad before taking a cruise on a 230-ft. ship across Lake Winnipesaukee. You will also have time to shop and browse along Main Street in Wolfeboro village, America’s oldest Summer Resort. Contact Rose Wheaton at 629-7180 for more information about these trips.

Adult Plus+ trips and activities

Get out and have some fun this summer by participating in one or more exciting trips and activities offered by the Adult Plus+ Program at Delaware Technical and Community College, Georgetown. On July 8, spend the day exploring the eight Smithsonian Museums located on the National Mall in Washington, DC. Spend the morning laughing your way through the Three Stooges Museum and shop in the afternoon at Franklin Mills Mall in Philadelphia on July 10. Watch the unforgettable musical smash hit “Mamma Mia” on July 12 at the Na-

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tional Theater in Washington, D.C. On July 16, view the high energy musical “Footloose” at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre in Lancaster, Pa. Enjoy a day on your own in New York on July 23. Watch “Oklahoma” at Longwood Gardens on July 31 in Kennett Square, Pa. Bring out your artistic side by participating in art classes. Starting July 10, those who like to draw can receive informal instruction or learn watercolor basics including tone and wash. Learn woodcarving techniques and hands on learning by participating in the Adult Plus+ Woodcarvers Club every Monday. Acquire skills to use the internet in a onesession course on July 2 or July 9; discover how easy using a digital camera can be in a one-session class on July 22 or July 29. Beginning on July 8, receive complete instruction including rules and etiquette in Enjoy Golf. From July 28 to Nov. 3, learn water exercises to help with symptoms associated with arthritis pain. Beginning July 28, take yoga to release tension and stress through meditation, breathing, and stretching exercises. For more information about these and other trips and activities, contact Delaware Tech’s Adult Plus+ Program at 856-5618.

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Maybe Maude can shed some light on this topic The apathy and I don’t give a hoot feeling from many Americans RANK ALIO about getting involved in their government, local, state, or federal and ...they leave office to be the upcoming election concern me. replaced by someone There’s a lack of involvement by people with their schools, civic who’s gonna save the groups, anything that has “volunteer” attached to it. world but ends up as a There appears to be a “let someone else do it or worry about it” at- jerk. titude with most Americans. It is becoming increasingly difficult to get volunteers to work concession they got their nose into everything their stands at Little League parks even though kids do. They got them playing every sport their kids play, churches are stopping their that comes up, then there’s horse back riddinners because the young people won’t ing, dance lessons, and the parents have to help, probably because there’s nothing to be there when they blow their nose.” thaw out and microwave. “By golly, they ain’t got time to do I thought maybe it’s just me, then I nothing else, they’re busy running a taxithought of someone else, my alter ego, cab service for their kids. They ain’t even Maude. home to eat. They catch something on the After an exchange of greetings over the run or just grab a quick microwave meal at phone Maude questioned, “Well you must home and eat in front on the TV. Ain’t no want something, you never call me unless such thing as a family like when I was you do.” raised,” she said, catching her breath. I answered, “Sorry Maude, time tends Maude told me when she raised her to get away, but I do want to bounce kids they were allowed two sports a year something off you if you have time.” and allowed to join the school band (or for “I’m 80 plus years old, where do you her daughter) cheerlead. “Outside of that think I’m going; to Europe?” she quipped. they were to hit the books and work on the “Well, Maude, back in your day people farm in the summer to help out with the had an interest in politics, some even got chores,” she added. involved in knock down drag out battles She let me know her kids got a hot and, back in your time people got involved meal for breakfast and a hot dinner seven in their activities, worked dinners for their days a week. “And we was poor working churches, ran for local offices. You know people, but we always got by. Didn’t buy where I’m coming from?” those fancy designer clothes for the kids, “Not really, sonny, get to the point,” or expensive frozen dinners, but they were Maude answered in her usual deep voice always clean and so were their clothes, from years of smoking and other vices. and they didn’t hang down below their I went on to explain how I felt people butt either,” she stated. didn’t care about their government; people And most important to her, she always were too busy to do volunteer work, and had time for her church, PTA meetings, people just didn’t want to be bothered or and school functions. “Went to all my become involved in issues. “It’s a let kids’ games,” she said proudly. someone else do it attitude,” I told her. I then asked her about the political “Gotcha now, Calio. Let me tell you scene. Boy was I in for a ear full then. how the world is today,” she fired back. “Elected officials from the school board “You’re right,” she said. “Young parup the ladder say they want to look out for ents ain’t got time for nothing because us. Yea, until the day they get elected and

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then they forget how they got there.” “But Maude they say nobody calls them, so they think they are doing their job,” I submitted. “You’re talking about that Laurel Council and the problem with private wells, and nobody is calling them,” she replied. “Yep, but not only that, other issues with all levels of government, they think they are right on the mark because no one is calling them,” I answered. “Well, first of all who gives a hoot if you have a well or not?” Maude asked. “Why should they fight a battle if it doesn’t involve them. People only care for their welfare, not like you who sticks his nose in other people’s wars. Of course no one is calling, dummy. First of all nothing is going to change the council members’ minds, people have told me so, not even if the big guy upstairs appeared before them with the facts. Why should the public put themselves on the firing line?” she asked. But she wasn’t done. I guess I asked for it. “Working people have no one to lobby for us in any field of government. We’re spitting into the wind, Calio, when it comes to getting the attention of elected officials. “Chances are nobody wants to run for their seat, so they can afford to be close minded. That’s another area where people don’t want to get involved, not like my day when we had business leaders in the community run for office, people who knew how to make a buck,” she added. I suggested everyone who serves is not inconsiderate. Her reply made sense. “Yep, sonny, there are, but you’ll usually find them in the minority whether it be on the local or national level. And they become frustrated and leave office to be replaced by someone who’s gonna save the world but ends up as a jerk,” she offered. “Well, you know, Maude, I have found in my experiences with government, just a few are leaders and know what’s going on and they herd their sheep in a room and say, ‘this is how we are going to vote’ and that’s the way the vote goes down on the floor,” I told her.

“And the others just pick up a check, the perks and prestige that goes along with the position,” I added. I told Maude during my years in different levels of government it was frustrating to see good bills not get introduced or not given a chance for a vote because one powerful person on the outside or elected official didn’t like the bill and bills which didn’t deserve to see the time of day made it as law. “Well this is one of those times when you want something that ain’t gonna hurt anyone. You’re not drawing their drinking water and it makes common sense, but you ain’t going to change their minds because they ain’t thinking for themselves. Like the sheep you talk about they don’t do their homework to check the facts and just wait for direction on how they should vote,” Maude said. “But, Maude,” I countered, “their facts are misleading, have been challenged by professionals in water quality, but not a blink of the eye from the council members. They said it’s possible that terrorists are going to hit Laurel’s irrigation wells.” “You’re kidding,” Maude laughed. “Honest to God,” I answered. “Looks like you’re going to have to suck it up and put in another water meter to water your lawn, flowers and bushes,” Maude added. “Oh, no,” I answered quickly, “my bride says there will not be a second meter, that what we nurtured for 38 years will live or die by Mother Nature. And at my age I’m tired of hauling around water hoses and tired of cutting grass.” And I told Maude I was not picking a battle with the bride. “If mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy. I’ll take my chances with the Council,” I added. “But, Maude, it’s been fun presenting facts, challenging their findings and watching the blank stares in front of me. Some of them don’t have a clue,” I concluded. “Gotta go,” Maude said, “Time for The Young and The Restless.” “Thanks, Maude.”

Trying to beat the heat…and tempted to beat the younguns In my young mind there was no consideration that money may be ONY INDSOR in short supply. I was rampaging along the Boardwalk in Ocean City ...it would have been in the summer of 1963. My brother and I were overwhelmed with the more relaxing for her to amusement rides that flashed have been lying out in lights, rang bells and played the calliope music as we handed our the middle of an African tickets to the operator. We would go around and around antelope stampede. on the “Whipper Snapper,” the indoor Ferris Wheel Cages and the antique merry-go-round, waving to providing us a day of amusements, we Mom each time we passed her standing at would suddenly transform from the smiley the fence. In our little minds this circus faced, excited young boys into the unshould never end. grateful, impish younguns. Unfortunately, it had to end, mainly beWe would somehow think that by ranticause Mom ran out of money. This was a ng and raving about how unfair it was to concept that was hard for my brother and I close the circus down, a big bird would fly to grasp. The idea that money would actuover and drop $50 on our heads. ally stop flowing from the “Revenue RivNow that I have had the opportunity to er” was insane to us. raise my own son and on many occasions But, I can still see Mom telling us that had to remind him that no matter how it was time to go home because she was many times he rejects the notion – money “broke.” Instead of accepting the fact that does not grow in the garden. This despite Mom had done the best she could with

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the fact, that I could have certainly fertilized that proverbial garden with the load of money that he has literally flushed down the toilet. I really feel bad looking back on those days of simple pleasure that cost Mom and Dad so much money. There were three of us kids back then and going to the Boardwalk in Ocean City had to be an expensive venture for my mother. My father would provide the money, but would have no parts of actually going to the beach with us. He said it was because as a Maryland State Trooper he had to spend so much time directing traffic after the Ocean Downs harness racing he had no desire to be there when he was off-duty. However, I think it had more to do with the fact that he had no desire trying to keep up with three rambunctious heathens like my brothers and me. Be that as it may, Mom was always ready to go to the beach with her best friend, Pat. She enjoyed lying out on the beach, relaxing in the summer sun and breeze. I think in reality it would have been

more relaxing for her to have been lying out in the middle of an African antelope stampede. She could not close her eyes for worrying about one of us younguns drifting out to Fenwick Island on one of the ocean waves, or burying our little brother, Jeff, up to his eyeballs in sand. After Mom had dragged two webbed beach chairs, three towels, a king-size blanket, three sand buckets and a cooler across the scorching white sands, she was able to lie back for all of about 20 minutes. That is how long it took us three imps to become bored with digging for sand crabs and jumping waves. We would spot the Ferris Wheel going around and all of a sudden Mom had to be hit with a non-stop barrage of “When can we go up on the Boardwalk.” That went on until Mom realized she either had to get up and move or she may be facing criminal child abuse charges. Looking back, I am now convinced my brothers and I did much to prevent my mother from being able to correlate relaxation with any of her memories associated with a day at the beach with her kids.

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Softball team adopts young goose and names her Charlotte Little League playoffs have begun and the Laurel 9- and 10-yearAT URPHY old girls have been playing their tournament games at Clifford Lee After a win last week, the Park in Laurel. Our days playing ball create lifetime memories and whole team ran around so does all that goes with those days, which brings me to the point the field and there was of my story. The team has a mascot, an unusual one, to be sure — no Bulldog Charlotte right in the midor the like, but an 8-week-old dle of them. goose named Charlotte. The great thing about Charlotte is the fact Robert Smith and his goose, Susie, from that she has not found out she is a goose, many years ago. Susie was hatched from as of yet. an egg Robert found and she became the Frank Caudill’s wife, Charlotte, a grandparent of one of the players, says that sensation of Laurel at that time. Principal Fred Gainer bet Robert a soft the bird is named after her. But who drink that Susie would soon leave, but she knows, as the goose is a hero with the never did. She was a familiar sight as members of the team and the team’s fans. Coach Jodi Green and daughter Reagan Robert rode his bike through the neighborhood with Susie flying along close by. bring Charlotte to each ball game. They The late Scorchy Tawes saw fit to feaput food and water by the dugout and ture Robert and Susie on his outdoor show that’s where Charlotte stays until the game on WBOC television in Salisbury and the is over. show was aired on several stations in the Fans pet her as she roots (or honks) the U.S. team on and she is certainly the ballpark Now back to Charlotte. I don’t know, celebrity. and I doubt whether Reagan or her mom After a tough 20-19 loss, the team’s first in tournament play, two of the players Jodi know either, but I’ll bet that years from now, the story of the 2008 Little ran the bases and there was Charlotte, doLeague Girls 9- and 10-year-olds will be ing her best to keep up with them. After a told. And when the girls tell it they will win last week, the whole team ran around probably ask, after saying that they were the field and there was Charlotte right in district champs, “And did you know, we the middle of them. had a great team mascot named CharThe story of the goose reminds me of

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lotte?” Paul “No Catch” Davis tells me that Clay Goff placed second in an Ocean City fishing tournament. Quite an accomplishment. Clay, you learned well from your dad and especially from your grandfather, Jack Goff, who loved to surf fish. Ruth Tull of Seaford has worked 35 years for Hardees at the restaurant’s Stein Highway location in Seaford. Ruth was the unofficial good will ambassador for Hardees. Although that was not her job description, people loved her to death as she poured coffee, helped with concerns and most of all kept Hardees as clean as could be. I think it was her pride that made her want her place of employment to be something to be proud of. In most food places, you have your “regulars” and Hardees is no different. All in that group miss her tremendously. Ruth, change in life is inevitable, but I just want you to know that you have a large group of friends who miss you. Janet Lee, age 80, and Mildred West, soon to be 96, were at Clifford Lee Memorial Park last week to enjoy the girls’ AllStar games. Of course, the park is named after Janet’s late husband. In a conversation Monday, Janet told me, “If I had a nickel for every Little League game I’ve watched, I would be rich.”

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All of the excitement in Laurel is going on at the ballpark — at least all the good excitement. Sunday night, Romina Scorza and Barja Bartoone from Spain were there and received a tremendous ovation from the fans. They are from a program called Global Friendships and are here from Spain for one month. Romina is staying with John and Donna Ward and family and Barja is staying with Jim and Lois Hartstein and family. Let’s give them a warm American welcome, everyone! The 4th of July event is upon us. I saw that the Sherwood Amusement Carnival started setting up Sunday evening. Hope the weather is great and the Laurel Chamber of Commerce has a great two days, July 3 and 4. The third is the night of the parade, followed the next morning by the prayer breakfast, the 5K run and the rest of the events. On the mayors seed spitting, I have not been told the contestants but I am sure there will be a good turnout. Georgetown’s new mayor, Eddie Lambden, is anxious to show his “sputter,” I hear. We’ll see. I do believe you can still sign up for the talent contest. Have a great long weekend, everyone!

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Church Bulletins St. John’s multicultural services

Siempre Verde, a multicultural, bilingual service is being led by Pastor Luis Almandoz on Sunday afternoons at 3 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at St. John’s United Methodist Church at Pine and Poplar streets, Seaford. Praise music, powerful preaching and a small meal unite this fellowship of persons of both Hispanic and Anglo origins. Alberto Mendez leads worship on the keyboard.

Ladies’ bible study

There is a ladies’ bible study, held every Tuesday starting at 10 a.m., at Laurel Baptist Church, Bi-State Boulevard in Laurel. This bible study is a non-denominational study, only God’s Word is studied, making us to be more like Christ. Should you have any questions regarding the study, feel free to call Gertrude R. Smith at 875-5300.

The Lighthouse

Rising gas prices, wars and rumors of wars, rising food prices, it’s all so frightening. Come join Rebecca Jones as she presents “God’s Deliverance and Provision,” Wednesdays at 7 p.m., at The Lighthouse Church, 27225 Kaye Road, Laurel. Find out how the Bible can show you how to live and face hardships today. Pastor Timothy Jones provides kid’s church for grades K-6, and a nursery is available. Call 875-7814.

Old Christ Church schedule

July 6 - 9:30 a.m., patriotic service with Holy Eucharist followed by community picnic July 13, 20, 27 - 9:30 a.m., morning prayer

Aug. 3 - 9:30 a.m., Holy Euch Aug. 10, 17, 24, 31 - 9:30 a.m., morning prayer Sept. 7 - 9:30 a.m., Holy Eucharist Sept. 14, 21, 28 - 9:30 a.m., morning prayer Oct. 7 - 10 a.m., blessing of the animals, morning prayer

Celebrate Recovery

tors and international Disaster Emergency Services (I.D.E.S.). God’s Big Back Yard is for ages 4-elementary at the Christian Church of Seaford, across from Harley-Davidson on 13N. Call 629-6298 today to register or for more information.

Commissioning Service

Celebrate Recovery, a step program which claims Jesus Christ as its Higher Power, is meeting at St. John’s United Methodist Church, Pine and Poplar streets, on Tuesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. This program is open to persons who wish to turn over their hurts, habits, and hang-ups to God such that they may be healed. For more information, call Rev. Constance Hastings, 629-9466, or Robert Spadaccini, 841-1720.

A Commissioning Service for ApostleElect Catherine A. Camper will be held Saturday, July 12, at 4 p.m. The Rev. Doctor Catherine A. Camper is bishop and founder of United Deliverance Bible Center. Join us in the celebration at the Bible Center Complex, Catherine A. Camper Auditorium, Rt. 9, 1208 County Seat Highway, Laurel, DE 19956. For more information or to place an ad, contact: Apostle Keith Wongus, 258-4639 or Pastor Carla Wongus, 875-9721.

Old Christ Church worship

LRAC seeks help for food crisis

On Sunday, July 6, Old Christ Church, Laurel, will hold a “Salute to America” patriotic worship at 9:30 a.m. Service at Old Christ Church will be followed by a community picnic. Bring a dish to share and a lawn chair and join the fun and fellowship.

SCC God’s Big Back Yard

Seaford Christian Church will be experiencing “God’s Big Back Yard” from 6:30-8:30 p.m., July 6-10, with an all out Backyard Bash (11 a.m.-2 p.m.) on July 12. “It’s Your Serve” is the theme for this week of fun-filled adventure as young people learn to serve their families, friends, neighbors, and community in the name of Jesus. Worldwide service becomes a priority with our mission to Pioneer Bible Transla-

The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Churches is asking the community to consider a short-term need at the Cape Henlopen Food Basket. The recent theft of trucks from the Delaware Food Bank will affect the availability of chicken for the Food Basket for the next month. Although the trucks were recovered, the Food Bank is unsure if the chicken can be used. Crystal Timmons of the Milford Food Bank, which directly supplies the Food Basket, anticipates a chicken shortage in the near future. Since the association will probably have to buy from local supermarkets, the costs will go up. The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Churches would appreciate any financial donations community members can make

to help cover this crisis. Donations can be mailed to Cape Henlopen Food Basket, P.O. Box 567, Nassau, DE 19969. All donations are tax exempt.

Grace Baptist Power Lab

We’ve got the solution to Summertime Boredom….Send your kids to Power Lab where they’ll discover Jesus’ miraculous power at Grace Baptist Church, 805 Atlanta Rd, Seaford. Each night kids will take part in fun Bible learning they can see, hear, touch, and even taste. Bible point crafts, team-building games, lively Bible songs, and super supper are just a few of the Power Lab activities that help faith flow into real life. Every night kids choose a daily challenge, an exciting way to live out what they’ve learned. Power Lab is great fun for children ages 3 through 5th grade, so mark July 13-17, 6-8:15 p.m. Registration begins July 13 at 5:30 p.m.

Laurel Baptist Church VBS

Laurel Baptist Church will be having their “Outriggers Island” Vacation Bible School from July 13-18 (ages three years to Grade 6). Kickoff Sunday will be at 6 p.m., Monday-Thursday, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Finalé will be on Friday, 7 p.m. For further information call Shirley at 875-2314.

‘Dining to Donate’

Booker Street Church of God, Georgetown, will sponsor a “Dining to Donate” event at Applebee’s Restaurant in Rehoboth Beach, from Monday, July 14, to Thursday, July 17, in support of its “Realizing The Vision” building campaign. You are invited to come and enjoy a delicious meal (special flyers are to be pre-

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 “Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for Over 200 Years” “NEW SONG!” - Contemporary Celebration, 8:45 a.m. Sunday School, Classes for ALL ages, 9:45 a.m. Every Traditional Family Worship, 11:00 a.m. Sunday

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

CHURCH OF CHRIST

1010 S. Central Ave., Laurel Ph: 875-7748 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 Pastor Donna Hinkle Church: 875-4233 Pars.: 280-6254 Cell: 228-6193 Sunday Services: 8:30am Praise 9:30am Sunday School,11am Worship

DIAL DAILY DEVOTIONS: 875-4309

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 Minister: John Herbst 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

St. Philip’s Episcopal Church & Old Christ Church

“A Place to Belong”

600 S. Central Ave., Laurel, DE 19956 (302) 875-3644 Rev. Rita B. Nelson, Rector www.dioceseofdelaware.net/churches/stphlps.html Holy Eucharist with Healing and Church School ~ Sunday @ 9:30 am

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.

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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. www.StPaulsUMCLaurelDE.org

Pastor - Donald Murray - 856-6107

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MORNING STAR • JULY 3 - 9, 2008 sented at checkout) and 10 percent of the proceeds will benefit the building fund. Members will greet you on Monday, July 14 from 6 to 9 p.m. Call Peggy at 8563404 or 856-9097 to receive special flyers) or to donate.

Free concert at St. John’s

St. John’s Church, located on Pine and Poplar streets, Seaford will be having a free concert featuring the Wacoster Family on July 9, at 7 p.m. A love offering will be taken. For information call 629-9466.

God’s Big Backyard VBS

This year, Christ United Methodist Church and Centenary United Methodist Church will team up and give Vacation Bible School children, ages 3 through grade 6, an opportunity to serve in “God’s

Obituaries Ralph W. Phillips, 83

Ralph W. Phillips of Salisbury, died Tuesday, June 24, 2008, at his home in Salisbury. He was born Sept. 24, 1924 in Columbia, a son of J. Lee Phillips and Marie Watson Phillips. Ralph loved his life as a farmer and was a member of the Delaware Farm Bureau, the MarDel Watermelon Ralph Phillips Association and a manager of the Columbia Packing House Association. He was an active member of Snethen United Methodist Church in Delmar and a school board member of the Delmar, Del. School District. He was a member of the Hebron Lions Club where he was honored to be awarded the Melvin E. Jones Lions Award. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his first wife, Alma Lee Phillips, and a daughter, Ida Elizabeth Phillips. He is survived by his wife, Nanetta W. Phillips; daughters, Donna Tarr and her husband Norman of Snow Hill, Gail Phillips of Delmar and Jan Frey and her husband Douglas of Delmar; grandchildren: Dawn Tarr of Snow Hill, Ralph Tarr and his wife Amanda of Snow Hill, Jessi-

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Big Backyard.” This joint Vacation Bible School will be held July 14-18, from 6-8:15 p.m. at Centenary Church, at the corner of Poplar and Market streets in Laurel. Pre-registration is required, and can be accomplished by calling Jill Todd at 875-8829, or the church office at 875-4233 or 875-3983.

Laurel Church of Christ VBS

Laurel Church of Christ announces its Vacation Bible School. The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything — A Veggie Tales VBS, will set sail at Laurel Church of Christ July 14-18 from 6 to 8:45 p.m. Kids from age five through those entering fifth grade next fall are invited for a funfilled week exploring what it means to be a true hero for God. For further information, contact, 875-7748.

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

ca Frey of Delmar and Hunter Frey of Delmar; a great grandson, Zackary Tarr of Snow Hill; a sister, Charlotte Walter of Delmar; and several nieces and nephews. A visitation for family and friends was held on Friday, June 27, at Short Funeral Home, Delmar, followed by funeral services. The Rev. Kyung-Mo Koo officiated. Interment followed at St. Stephen’s Cemetery in Delmar. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Snethen United Methodist Church, c/o Nancy Wright, 9590 Old Railroad Road, Mardela Springs, MD 21837; or Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, MD 21802. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com

Dorothy M. Scrimshaw, 82

Dorothy M. Scrimshaw of Seaford, formerly of Annapolis, Md., died on Saturday, June 21, 2008 at the Methodist Manor House in Seaford. Mrs. Scrimshaw lived in Annapolis for 31 years before moving to Seaford 2 years ago. She was a graduate of the Highland Hospital School of Nursing. She was a nurse at the Hermitage Nursing Dorothy Scrimshaw

New Release ‘A Box of Memories’ on Sale Tony Windsor

A Box of Memories

Tony Windsor’s brand new CD compilation, “A Box of Memories” is on sale now. This 17-song CD features performances of songs including, “Only Make Believe,” “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” and the gospel classic, “In the Garden.” Get your copy at the Seaford Star office for only $5.00. Call: 302-236-9886

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.

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

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

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

OUR LADY OF LOURDES CHURCH

SEAFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

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

302-629-8434 • www.graceseaford.org 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”

27225 Kaye Road Laurel, DE 19956 Ph: (302) 875-7814

www.thelighthouselaurel.org Timothy P. Jones, Pastor Sunday Family Worship - 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Family Ministries - 7:00 p.m.

“Shining His Light”

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

MASSES: SUNDAY: Sat. Eve. - Vigil 5:30 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.

“The Pickle Church” CHRIST THE CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH PICKLE MINISTRIES OUTREACH & CORNERSTONE NOTE MUSIC MINISTRY Corner of Bethel Rd. & Alt. 13 • 302-875-8150 Church School -All Ages - 9:15 a.m. Worship Service - 10:00 a.m. Rev. Rick Elzey • Pastor Doris Whaley Wings of Prayer - Tues. 7:00 p.m. Come Join Our Family

VICTORY TABERNACLE CHURCH OF GOD

SUNDAY WORSHIP

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

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

The Atlanta Road Alliance Church 22625 Atlanta Rd., Seaford, DE (302) 629-5600 • www.atlantaroadcma.org Rev. Edward J. Laremore, Sr. Pastor David A. Krilov, Associate Pastor

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

ROCK CHURCH

SUNDAY WEDNESDAY 8:30 Worship 6:45 Pioneer Clubs (age 3 9:45 Sunday School thru grade 6) & Divorce Care® 11:00 Worship/Kids Church 7:00 Prayer Service & Youth 7:00 Evening Service Group (grades 7-12)

30320 Seaford Road, Laurel, Del. Ph: 875-7275 • Pastor Bill Konkel Sunday School: 9 a.m. Worship: 10:30 a.m. & 1st & 3rd Sunday Evening: 5 p.m. Thurs Evening Prayer: 7 p.m.

COKESBURY CHURCH

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

All Welcome Where Love Abides -- John 3:16

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

Mount Olivet United Methodist Church 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. Thomas Gross • 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. Youth Ministries 6:30 p.m. Thurs. WKID, The Zone Children’s Ministries 6:30 Church 875-5380 • Sr. Pastor Ken Deusa Asst. Pastor/Youth: Sue Boyce Children’s Pastor: Marilyn Searcey

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 - Anthony Melakian - 629-3633 Elder - Don Birch - 629-8949 Elder - Ron Russell - 629-6033 Sunday School 10a.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

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

PAGE 24 Center in Alexandria, Va. from 1946 to 1975. She was a member of Cape St. Clair United Methodist Church in Annapolis and Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church in Seaford. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Roger Scrimshaw, a son, James Scrimshaw of Annapolis, a daughter, Susan Schreckengast and her husband, George of Federalsburg, Md., three grandchildren, Ian Borgeson, Charles Scrimshaw and Jed Scrimshaw and three great-grandchildren, Jason Scrimshaw, Kayla Scrimshaw and Matthew Scrimshaw. Memorial Services were held on July 1, at the Methodist Manor House, Seaford.

Lucile C. McCoy, 80

Lucile C. McCoy of Bethel, formerly of Rehoboth Beach died on Sunday, June 22, 2008, at Christiana Hospital in Wilmington. Lucile was born in Wilmington, N.C., she graduated from Georgetown Visitation Junior College and was president of her class, she also attended Trinity College in Washington, D.C. She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1950 with a bachelors degree in English. She worked at the North Carolina office of Sen. Frank Porter Graham. She was active in the Lewes – Rehoboth Council of Churches, Prison Fellowship, Casa San Francisco Homeless Shelter, the Village Improvement Association and the Rehoboth Beach Homeowners Association. She was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Seaford. Lucile was also an avid Dale Earnhart fan. Her husband Peter F. X. McCoy died in 1989, she was also preceded in death by a daughter, Louise McCoy in 1992. She is survived by two sons, Thomas V. McCoy of Bethel, Peter F. X. McCoy Jr. and his wife Melissa of South Lake, Texas, 1 daughter, Mary Anne McCoy of Bethel, 3 grandchildren, Erin McInnis and her husband Jason, Neal McCoy and Shannon McCoy and 1 great-grandchild, Austin McInnis. Her dog Scruffy also survives her. Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on Saturday, June 28, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Seaford. Friends called at the Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford on Friday evening. Burial was in St. Peter’s Cemetery, Lewes. The family suggests donations may be made to the Delaware Humane Association, 701 A Street, Wilmington, DE 19801.

Diane Evelyn Vincent, 67

Diane Evelyn Vincent passed away on June, 22, 2008, as a resident of Atlantic Shores Nursing home in Millsboro. She was born in Wilmington, a daughter of James and Annie Vincent, who preceded her in death. Diane will be remembered by her family for her love of life, her enjoyment of playing the piano, collecting shoes and hats. She is survived by her brother, Thomas Vincent and his wife Carole of Laurel. Her sisters, Frances Ploufee of Wilmington and Peggy Carey of Laurel, a special caregiver Deborah Riddle and several nieces and nephews also survives her. A funeral service was held at the Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home, Laurel, on June 25, where friends and family called prior to the funeral. The Rev. Richard Blades officiated. Interment followed in Laurel Hill Cemetery. Memorial contribution may be made in Diane’s memory to Georgetown Center, 5

MORNING STAR • JULY 3 - 9, 2008 Academy St., Georgetown, DE 19947.

Teresa C. Littleton, 57

Teresa C. Littleton of Laurel was victorious on June 26, 2008, in her battle against cancer and has been called home by God to rest. Teresa had many different careers in her life from teacher’s aide, greenhouse worker, library aide, to drug prevention counselor, but her life’s mission was to help other people in any way she could. She organized a summer reading program for underprivileged children, started a soup kitchen at church, coordinated The Angel Tree outreach program for children of prisoners, collected clothing for less fortunate people, assembled infant care packages for pregnant teens, and was instrumental in starting several local missions through her church, Christ United Methodist Church in Laurel. She was honored in 2006 when she was nominated for and received The Jefferson Award for Outstanding Community Service. She was preceded in death by her father, Glen Kenney Cordrey. She is survived by her husband Frank, her mother Inez Cordrey, her sister Karen Cherrix and her husband Don, three nieces Christel, Rachel and Natalie, and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Teresa loved her family dearly. Her interment was private, but there was a Memorial Service at Christ United Methodist Church, Laurel, on Monday, June 30, at 11 a.m. The Pastor Barbara Wilson officiated. It is asked that contributions be made to either of her two favorite organizations. Heifer International, 1 World Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72202; or Habitat For Hu-

manity of Sussex County, P. O. Box 759, Georgetown, DE 19947. You can contribute to either group directly, or send it to Teresa Littleton Memorial Fund, c/o Bank of Delmarva, 200 E. Market St., Laurel, DE 19956. Arrangements were in the care of the Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home, Laurel, DE.

Doris A. Truitt, 92

Doris A. Truitt of Seaford passed away at the Seaford Center. Mrs. Truitt was born in Springport, Mich. a daughter of Harry and Irma Dey. Doris retired after 40 years of service as a clerical supervisor for the Orange County California Government. Her husband Val Truitt preceded her in death. She is survived by her extended family Meriam and Thomas Rippon, Daren Powell and Marica Dupree. Her husband Val Truitt preceded her in death. All services will be private. Arrangements by the Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home 700 West St Laurel, DE.

Bertram C. York, 85

Bertram C. York of Seaford died on Thursday, June 26, 2008, at the Manor

Care Nursing Home in York, Pa. Mr. York retired from the Bendix Corp, formerly Honeywell Corp in Teterboro, N.J. He was an Army veteran of World War II. His wife Lillian I. York died in 2005. He is survived by a son, Christopher York and his wife Ellen of Dover, Pa., three grandchildren, Nicolle Welch her husband Rick, Matthew York and his wife Tabatha and Kyle York and his wife Micah; three great-grandchildren, Jonas York, Isabella Welch and Rocco Welch. A sister, Beatrice Sellers also survives Bertram. Funeral services were on Tuesday, July 1, at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Seaford. Friends called at the Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford prior to the services on Tuesday. Burial was in St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Cemetery.

Lillian F. Tune, 51

Lillian F. Tune of Seaford, died on Friday, June 27, 2008, at home. Mrs. Tune graduated from the University of Delaware with a bachelors degree in science at Delaware Tech with a nursing degree. She had worked for Nanticoke Hospital. She was active in the Seaford Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary for more than 25 years, was president

In Memory of Shirley Gleason MacArthur April 27, 1931 - July 4, 2007 It’s hard to believe that year has passed since our dear Shirley - our mom, mommom, wife and dear friend - was called away from us. We miss her smile, her enthusiasm for life, her devotion to family and friends and even her “Shirleyisms.” As we struggle with the loss, we also understand that she is still with us in spirit, and she is watching over us from a special place in heaven. We appreciate the kind thoughts and memories people have shared with us over the past year.

He Only Takes The Best Author Unknown

In Loving Memory of

John V. Marino Sr. August 2, 1914 to July 9, 1997 Dad even though it has been 11 years, we still miss you very much. Our hearts still ache in sadness and our secret tears still flow. What it meant to lose you no one will ever know. Dad like an eternal flame your memory will live on in our hearts forever. I pray you and Mom can put our family back together with God’s blessings and help.

God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around you and whispered, “come to me.” With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.

Mac, Ron, Mary Jane, Beth

Union United Methodist Church 2 North Laws St., Bridgeville, DE 19933 Across from Bank 337-7409 Handicap Friendly WORSHIP TIMES:

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9431 Ginger Lane, Seaford (2.4 mi. north of Wal-Mart on US 13) 628-4240 Recorded Info 628-4241 Church Office

Pastor Joseph Lecates - 875-2059 Adult Sunday School 9:30 am Worship 10:30 am & 6:30 pm Children’s Church 10:30 am Nursery 10:30 am & 6:30 pm Youth Meeting Sun. 7 pm Promise Keepers Tues. 7 pm Wed. Night Bible Study 7 pm “We’re not building a church, we’re building God’s Kingdom!”

Welcome… SEAFORD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sunday School 9 am Morning Worship 10 am

701 Bridgeville Road 629-9077

“Welcome Home!”

Wesley United Methodist Church

Your Loving Daughter and Son-in-law Patricia and Henry Quillen and Son John Marino Jr.

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22025 Atlanta Road, Seaford, DE Pastor Ed Kuhling Contemporary Worship 9 am Sunday School & Bible Education 10 am Traditional Worship 11 am Wednesday Worship 6:45 pm 302-629-3029 * Info Line 302-628-0112

743 E. Clarence St., Seaford, Del. Carlton L. Cannon, Sr. Paster

629-9443, Cell: 448-0852 • cogclarence@verizon.net Sunday: Midweek Activities: Church School........9:45 am Call for Details Morning Worship......11 am Children’s Church & Youth Explosion ........6 pm Nursery Provided Evening Worship.........7 pm *Counseling by appt. only Tuesday: Thursday: Bible Study & Family Corporate Prayer.........7 pm ‘Come and Grow with Us!’ Training Hour...........7 pm

Laurel Baptist Church, SBC 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

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MORNING STAR • JULY 3 - 9, 2008 of the Department of Delaware American Legion Auxiliary, Past President of the American Legion Unit 6 Nanticoke Post 6 Auxiliary, was a life member of the VFW Virgil Wilson Post 4961. Lillian also received many national awards for her volunteer work on behalf of veterans. She was a daughter of Regina Figgs and the late Addison Figgs. She is also survived by her husband of 23 years, Julian “Joe” Tune, a son, Patrick Tune, a daughter, Joanne Ward and her husband Shane, all of Seaford; four grandchildren, Patrick Tune, Cayden Tune, Kaitlyn Ward and Caleb Ward. Two sisters, Jetta Mae Morris of Bridgeville and Louise Ellis and her husband, Avery of Seaford, also survive her. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, July 2, at the Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford, where friends called on Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning prior to the services. Burial was in Delaware Veterans Cemetery, Millsboro. The family suggests donations may be made to Delaware Hospice Inc, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963; or the Tunnell Cancer Center, 18947 John J. William Hwy., Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971.

Howard E. Pinder, Jr., 70

Howard E. “Bud” Pinder, Jr. of Laurel, died at his home on Saturday, June 28, 2008. He was born on April 30, 1938, the son of Gertrude and Howard E. Pinder of Clayton. What a blessed event! Howard graduated from Smyrna High School in 1956. During his summers he worked as a lifeguard in Wildwood, N.J.. In 1957 he joined the U. S. Marines and served until 1960. In 1962 he became a trooper with the

Delaware State Police. He retired in 1981 with the rank of lieutenant. Howard was given the opportunity to work not only up state and down, but also at headquarters in Dover. He loved the work and enjoyed the new cars and being paid to drive fast. Mr. Pinder began his career at Delaware Technical and Community College in 1981, where he was the chairperson of the Criminal Justice Department. He loved his time at DTCC where he had the chance to mentor students, young and old, those starting on a new and sometimes scary path, and then seeing their metamorphoses from people with little hope or confidence to self-assured, assertive individuals capable of attaining their life/career goals. He took great pleasure in seeing many of his former students achieve their goals. He retired after 23 years in 2003. Howard was a graduate of the University of Delaware in 1975 with a degree in criminal justice and criminology. He received his master’s degree in administration and research from American University in 1979. He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Kristine Collins, two sons, Eric Pinder of Wilmington and Craig Pinder and his wife Lisa of Collegeville, Pa.; three grandchildren, Logan Pinder of Wilmington, Lauren and Ryan Pinder of Collegeville; and four sisters, Nancy, Jeanette, Eleanor and Cindy. Mr. Pinder loved working on classic cars, traveling in his fifth wheel, and his two cats, Bear and Max. He had no regrets and lived life to the fullest. He missed little of what life had to offer. Family and friends are invited to a cele-

bration of his life, which will be held at his home on Saturday, July 12, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Contributions may be made to Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus Scholarship Fund, Line 210, P O Box 610, Georgetown, DE 19947. Arrangements were handled by the Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford, DE.

Frank L. Gerardi, Jr., 41

Frank L. Gerardi, Jr. passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2008 in Frederick, Md. Born in Easton, Md., on Jan. 10, 1967, he was the son of Frank L. and Vicki Marine Gerardi, Sr. of Seaford. He graduated from Colonel Richardson High School Class of 1985 and attended Western Maryland College from which he graduated in 1989. He was vice president of medical sales for Medran, Inc. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his two children that he loved dearly, Cara and Cole Gerardi, Columbia, Md.; and two sisters, Christine Callaway of Longwood, Fla.; and Gina Banning of Seaford. A memorial service was conducted on Tuesday, July 1, at Gethsemane United Methodist Church with the Rev. Drew Christian officiating. There was a private family interment. The family requests donations may be made to Gethsemane United Methodist Church, 2701 Woodland Ferry Road, Seaford, DE 19973. Funeral arrangements were handled by Williamson Funeral Home, Federalsburg, Md. For notes of condolence visit, www.williamsonfuneral.com.

Richard Swartout, 75

Richard Swartout a resident of Laurel and Cadbury at Lewes, formerly of Snow Hill, Md., died Sunday, June 29, 2008, at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes. He was born at Niagara Falls, N.Y., a son of Chester and Agnes Kok Swartout, who predeceased him. Mr. Swartout served in the U.S. Navy. He was an Episcopalian Priest, retiring in 1995. He was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Georgetown. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge at Reliance, Md., and the Shriners of Baltimore, president and founder of the Silver Eagles and also a member of the Elder Moments at the Academy of Lifelong Learning in Lewes. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Wilson Swartout. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Kren Hanson Swartout; children, Markus Richard Swartout of Deland, Fla., and Theresa Elaine Boos and her husband LTC Shawn T. of Ft. Bragg, N.C.; four grandchildren, Jenni Karisa Swartout, Kyle James Swartout, George Richard Boos and Samuel Lee Boos; a sister, Sally Eldridge of Iowa; and extended family, Patricia Karasick McKinnon of California and Shirley Pinder Cook of Florida. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 5, at 10 a.m., St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Pine and Academy streets, Georgetown. Burial will be private. Contributions may be made to: Shriner’s Hospital for Children, 3551 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19140, or St. Paul’ Episcopal Church, Organ Fund, P.O. Box 602, Georgetown, DE 19947. Arrangements were handled by Short Funeral Services, Georgetown.

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MORNING STAR • JULY 3 - 9, 2008

Education Dollar General foundation donates $20,000 to adult literacy program

Participants of the Even Start Family Literacy program at Laverty Lane in Bridgeville are appreciative of the Bridgeville Dollar General Store for its $20,000 contribution to the program.

The Dollar General Literacy Foundation has awarded the Sussex Tech Adult Division’s Family Literacy Program a $20,000 grant. For the past eight years, the Sussex Tech Adult Division has offered a family literacy program in Bridgeville. The program teaches English to non-English speaking adults, while working with their children to improve their early reading skills. The adult family members participate in parenting classes and PACT (Parent And Children Together) time where they are guided in working with their children on

reading and math-based activities. Customized home visits are held throughout the year to meet the needs of each family. The program partners include the Woodbridge School District and the Delaware State Housing Authority’s Laverty Lane site in Bridgeville. Jose Oyola, coordinator of the Even Start Family Literacy Program at Laverty Lane in Bridgeville, is a native Hispanic speaker with a math teaching degree. “The success of the program is due primarily to Mr. Oyola who has a heart for helping people. It is evidenced by the number of referrals we receive from family members,” said Terri Corder of the Sussex Tech Adult Division. “Once someone from a family attends our program, that person refers several other family members to the program. That is an indication that the students are learning and believe that the program is helping them reach their goals.” Cashier Brenda Cole added, “As I hand customers their change, I say, ‘Here’s your change. Would you like to donate to literacy today?’ The community of Bridgeville has caring, giving people.” If you would like to help the program, donations can be sent to Dollar General, 112 Market St., Bridgeville, DE 19950.

Now Offering Transportation from the Seaford Area!! Dyanna Waldridge (left), manager of the Bridgeville Dollar General Store, and Brenda Cole, second assistant manager of Dollar General Stores in Delaware, present a check to Jose Oyola, coordinator of the Even Start Family Literacy program at Laverty Lane in Bridgeville.

Area students receive scholarships Nine aspiring automotive designers, engineers and technicians have been named to receive $1,000 scholarships from the Chrysler Technical Scholarship Fund of the Delaware Community Foundation. Recipients recently toured Chrysler’s Newark assembly operations where they manufacture the Chrysler Aspen and Dodge Durango and attended a luncheon held in their honor. In 2005, the Chrysler Foundation started the scholarship program through the Delaware Community Foundation to inspire and assist students interested in careers related to the design, engineering, manufacturing and repair of automotive products. Up to 20 $1,000 scholarships are available each year to qualifying Delaware students. Three local graduates received funding from the Chrysler Technical Scholarship Fund: • Anthony Fascelli, a 2008 graduate of Seaford Senior High School, will begin pursuing a mechanical engineering degree at the University of Delaware in Newark; • Jerica Henry, a 2008 graduate of Lau-

rel High School, will also attend the University of Delaware to pursue a degree in business administration; and • Curtis Kouts, a 2008 graduate of Sussex Technical High School, will attend Delaware Technical Community College, Owens campus and pursue studies in engineering. The Chrysler Technical Scholarship is open to Delaware residents who are 23 or under, have at least a 2.75 grade point average and a high school diploma or equivalent certification. They must also demonstrate leadership traits and financial need and seek a degree or certificate from a community college, trade school or university in a technical field. Past scholarship recipients who continue to meet eligibility requirements may re-apply for the scholarship in 2009. Eleven scholarships are still available for the upcoming school year through the extended deadline of July 31. For more information, contact Richard A. Gentsch, executive vice president of the Delaware Community Foundation, at 302-504-5222 or rgentsch@delcf.org.

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Woodbridge students make honor roll

From left, Owens Campus Leadership Development participants Melissa Rakes, Chris Moriarty and Mark Swarbrick, college vice president and Owens Campus director Dr. Ileana Smith and participates Jennifer Akey and Bill Wood.

College employees complete 20-month leadership training Delaware Technical & Community College’s fifth Leadership Development Program (LDP) Class graduated June 3 at a ceremony held at the Terry Campus in Dover. Seventeen graduates, representing all four campus locations, were honored at the board of trustees meeting followed by dinner with their mentors, college vice presidents and board members. Established in 1996 to address a need for succession planning, LDP serves to enhance leadership skills and provide networking and leadership opportunities for participants. Participants are given a professional development plan that emphasizes career goals and necessary leadership skills and experiences. Staff, faculty and administrators are eligible to apply, and those who are selected are assigned mentors – previous graduates or college administrators who coach them through the 20-month program.

The program consists of seminars on leadership, management and other critical curriculum. Each graduate is required to complete a professional development plan with career goals and a portfolio of prescribed activities. Program participants received a certificate and a copy of a recent publication entitled True North: Discover Your Authentic Leadership, which illustrates how powerful authentic leadership can be and how to achieve it. Stanton/Wilmington graduates were: Robert T. Foraker II, Kurt Hoffstein, William Ray Lynch Jr., Lou Spinelli, Patricia Strocko, Kenneth J. Weaverling, John A. Fogelgren Jr. and Eric Nefferdorf Terry Campus graduates were: John M. Buckley, Christina J. Hudson, Susan D. Looney and David L. Pitts Jr. Owens graduates were: W.C. Wood, Christy A. Moriarty, Melissa L. Rakes, Mark E. Swarbrick and Jennifer Lee Akey.

Education briefs Delmar student recognized

The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) announces that Delmar Senior High School student Kayla Threlfall from Delmar, Md., has been selected for membership. The society recognizes top scholars and invites only those students who have achieved superior academic excelThrelfall lence. The announcement was made by NSHSS founder and chairman Claes Nobel, a senior member of the family that established the Nobel Prizes. "On behalf of NSHSS, I am honored to recognize the hard work, sacrifice, and commitment that Kayla Threlfall has demonstrated to achieve this exceptional level of academic excellence," said Nobel. "Kayla Threlfall is now a member of a unique community of scholars- a commu-

nity that represents our very best hope for the future." Formed in 2002, The National Society of High School Scholars recognizes academic excellence at the high school level and encourages members of the organization to apply their unique talents, vision, and potential for the betterment of themselves and the world. There are more than 300,000 society members in more than 120 countries.

English graduates with honors

Lindsey Michelle English, daughter of Greg and Renee English of Seaford, graduated with honors (magna cum laude) from Delaware Technical and Community College (Terry Campus in Dover) on May 12. She received her associate degree in advertising design and was also named to the president’s List and Who’s Who Among Students in America’s Junior Colleges.

The following third- and fourth-grade students at Woodbridge Elementary School, Greenwood, were named to the honor roll. Third grade Consistent Honor Roll (all four marking periods) Cindy Alcantara, Douglas Avery, Alyssa Boyce, Connor Bunnell, Morgan Carey, Lauren Carter, Dayar Dennis, Marissa Esham, Amy Green, Jamina Greene, Brian Ireland, Caitlyn Mathis, Dante Moseley, Ria Ogden, Erika Pestana, Jack Ryan, Devon Sabb, Ivan Soto, Rebekah Swift, Abraham Thomas, Honorio Torres, William Vanderwende, Trevor VanVorst, Broy Willis, James Willis, Robert Willis, Demetrius Woods and Zachary Zanowic Distinguished Honor Roll Douglas Avery, Zachary Blankenship, Connor Bunnell, Morgan Carey, Dayar Dennis, Amy Green, Jamina Greene, Hunter Hardesty, Brian Ireland, Dante Moseley, Ria Ogden, Isabelle Raynor, Jacob Rogers, Tanner Savage, Marie Solomon, Rebekah Swift, William Vanderwende, Robert Willis and Zachary Zanowic Honor Roll Emily-Lynn Adams, Cindy Alcantara, Michael Apgar, Nathaniel Bender, Alyssa Boyce, Isaiah Brown, Kayla Butler, Melleca Butler, Richard Carlisle, Eliseo Carrillo-Lopez, Lauren Carter, Theodore Cole, Kaley Deshields, Lisa Eck, Ramzy Elmasri, Marissa Esham, Christopher Houck, Brittny Hurd, John Jacobson Haga, Melanie Jerez, Jacob Johnson, Jaycie Kerrick, Magdalena Limon-Gutierrez, Mya Maddox, Caitlyn Mathis, Ashley

Noha, Ericka Pestana, Owen Pleasants, Ja’mi Ross, Jack Ryan, Devon Sabb, Ivan Soto, Courtney Taylor, Abraham Thomas, Honorio Torres, Trevor VanVorst, Kylie Wagner, Kyle Walk-Butt, Jordan Walker, Jeffrey Wheatley, Broy Willis, James Willis, James Wolfe, Starlynn Wood and Demetrius Woods Fourth grade Consistent Honor Roll Aaron Ballweg, Sheena Bean, William Bevins, Christy Brumfield, Nicholas Constantine, Nathaniel Cooper, JD Custins, Sara Davis, Kelsey Eckert, Anthony Edwards, Justin Hohberger, Makayla Johnson, Brady Keeler, Shaina Larimore, Mariah Lee, Ashelyn McQuerry, Lakalla Molock, Hailey Penuel and Garret Temple Distinguished Honor Roll Aaron Ballweg, Christy Brumfield, Nathaniel Cooper, Brandon Deya-Gonzalez, Kelsey Eckert, Makayla Johnson, Mariah Lee, Taylor McBroom, Ashelyn McQuerry, Nacoya Neal and Dominick Simone Honor Roll Altia Anderson, Sheena Bean, William Bevins, Robert Bove, Zachary Breeding, Nicholas Constantine, Cole Cook, Erica Coulbourne, JD Custins, Bragg Davis, Sara Davis, Rachel Driscoll, Anthony Edwards, Tyler Evans, Justin Hohberger, Katelyn Jaso, Megan Joseph, Brady Keeler, Shaina Larimore, Chase Marvil, Lakalla Molock, Brianna Morris, Hailey Penuel, Nigel Prattis, Morgan Ramos, Nygjiem Rayford-Roberts, Rosalia Raygoza-Torres, Rachel Robb, Laquesha Smith, Madison Smith, Timothy Snider, Garret Temple and Tristan Zepp.

Del Tech offering variety of summer courses Life enrichment courses offered in July at Delaware Technical & Community College, Georgetown, focus on subjects from getting in shape to lowering your car insurance payments. Classes in Tai Chi will be offered from July 17 to July 22. Beginning July18, adults and adolescents age 15 and up can practice horseback riding at an indoor riding ring in Seaford. On July 14, the college’s pool operators’ course will get underway. Participants can become certified by Delaware’s Division of Public Health as an operator of public pools.

On July 10 or 17, divorcing parents can satisfy Delaware’s legal requirements for parent education by participating in the Divorcing Parent Education Program. On July 14, Basic Defensive Driving will offer simple driving strategies to help avoid collisions and earn a 10 percent reduction on automobile insurance. On July 21, graduates of the basic course can take Advanced Defensive Driving for additional road safety strategies and to earn a 15 percent reduction on liability insurance. For details on courses, times and fees, call Corporate and Community Programs at 854-6966.

Kindergarten registration set for July The Woodbridge School District is conducting kindergarten registration through July at Woodbridge Elementary School in Greenwood. Registration may be done Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 2 p.m. A child is eligible for kindergarten if he or she will be 5 years of age or older on or before Aug. 31, 2008. Registrants must have all of the following documents in order to enroll: • Child’s official birth certificate • Child’s social security number • A copy of the child’s most current physical exam which includes lead testing date and PPD date and results or TB risk assessment • Immunization record (including Hepatitis B vaccine and varicella) • Proof of residency in the Woodbridge

School District (lease agreement, mortgage document, property tax receipt, current month’s electric, phone or gas bill with the 911 address and name of the parent/guardian of the child being registered) • Custody/guardian papers (if applicable) A child will not be allowed to register if all the above documentation is not brought during the time of registration. The registration process takes 30 to 40 minutes. It is not necessary for parents to bring the child with them. During registration, parents will schedule an appointment to bring their child into school August to complete a few screening tests. If a child is not registered during the registration period, the child may not attend school during the first week.

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Safe Kids Day celebrates safety practices On Wednesday, June 18, approximately 600 local youth ventured out to take part in the 2008 Safe Kids Day, where 35 local exhibitors and educators, including Sussex County Cooperative Extension, awaited to celebrate and educate safety practices to the local youth, their families and caretakers. “Gear up for Safety” was the theme for the Safe Kids Day held at Sussex Technical High School’s campus. University of Delaware’s Cooperative Extension and the Delaware Safe Kids Coalition partnered with Sussex Tech for the past three years to hold the event on the high school’s athletic grounds. Sussex County Safe Kids Day has always been provided at no cost to attendees; it is made possible only with the generous contributions of financial sponsors including State Farm Insurance, Lowes of Lewes and Sussex County Council. The Karr family of Georgetown was first in line at the Delaware Bicycle Council’s booth, eager to learn how to properly select a helmet and correct bike size before traveling on the safety course. Jennifer Baldwin, a volunteer at DBC, spent time with each child instructing them on the proper way to select a helmet and a bicycle. Hair nets added another level of safety as they tried on different sizes. Delaware Cooperative Extension was represented by a 4-H animal exhibit where youth learned how to safely interact with animals and clean hands after handling them. Extension 4-H staffers Lindsay Hughes, Susan DeFord, Rita Lofland, and Rachel Hovermale were assisted by 4-H leaders and members who provided this year’s animals including sheep, goats, rabbits, kittens, and a friendly female duck named “Bill.” At the Master Gardeners booth, Sussex County Master Gardeners Cindy Marvil and Denise Clemons displayed a winged insect collection and provided information on preventing and treating bee stings. Tanya Roach and Mary Jennings of Cooperative Extension’s Expanded Foods and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) talked about bugs too--the kind that are left on dirty hands and emphasized how important it is to keep hands clean. Many exhibitors stressed the importance of using helmets to prevent brain injuries, which is one of the most common injuries children receive in the summer. By 9:45 a.m. Alene Honecker and Judi Muir from Bay Health’s Trauma Department in Milford had given away 200 bicycle helmets. Jennifer Whaley, trauma program coordinator, and Michele Arford-Granholm, from Beebe Medical Center, stressed pool,

Dustin Waller, a member of 4-H, cuddles with a rabbit. 4-H presented an animal exhibit where youth learned how to safely interact with animals and clean their hands after handling them.

water, and sun safety. Whaley said they have been encouraged and pleased to see that their educational safety outreach has helped drastically reduce spinal cord injuries received by youth incorrectly entering the water. Patrolman M. Russell, one of two motorcycle units at the Seaford Police Department, had his police motorcycle on display. Delaware State Police Sgt. Brian E. Conlin and Cpl. Richard D. Bratz demonstrated the “Rollover Convincer,” which simulates an accident rollover. Children watched what happens to passengers with and without seat restraints. The Delaware State Police

The Karr family of Georgetown was first in line at the Delaware Bicycle Council’s booth, eager to learn how to properly select a helmet and correct bike size before traveling on the safety course.

also held an Explosive Robot demonstration and a crime-fighting display from two of its K-9 members. Terry Little, athletic director for Sussex Tech was pleased with the crowd and hopes to see Safe Kids Day expanded to include more of the campus’s 100 plus acres as well as older children and sport injury prevention. Sussex County Safe Kids Day began approximately 10 years ago under the leadership of Ron Jester, a retired safety extension

agent. It was traditionally held at the University of Delaware Farm and Home Field day event the first Wednesday in August. Due to growing interest and the newly constructed Elbert N. & Ann V. Carvel Research & Education Center, the Safe Kids Coalition thought they could continue Safe Kids Day as a standalone event. Once held adjacent to the old Research and Education Center, the event proved to hold its own

as a successful outreach to educate kids and adults about childhood injury prevention. “The event is made possible thanks to the support and tireless efforts of Terry Little, Sussex Tech’s facilities director, and the rest of Sussex Tech’s summer staff,” Love said. He also credited UD’s Lisa Collins and Brian Hearn and all the farm folks for their hard, behind the scenes work.

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County to host foreclosure prevention seminar July 17 Foreclosure troubles in Delaware and across the United States have dominated headlines in recent months. With that in mind, the Sussex County Department of Community Development & Housing will host a free foreclosure prevention seminar from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 17 at Laurel Town Hall, 201 Mechanic St. The event is open to the public. In May, Delaware experienced a dramatic rise in the number of foreclosure filings statewide. Sussex County recorded 110 filings, a 139 percent increase from May 2007. Zip code analysis of data shows that the areas of Laurel and Seaford in western Sussex County were most affected by the current foreclosure trend. Officials hope to reverse that trend through public education. “It is absolutely essential to combat the foreclosure issue with homeowner education,” said Brandy A. Bennett, housing coordinator for the Community Development & Housing office. Gerry Kelly of the Office of State Bank Commissioner will discuss the foreclosure timeline in Delaware, various options available to people behind in their mortgage payments, and the latest information

on programs available to residents. In addition to Mr. Kelly, foreclosure counselors will be available to field ques-

tions from homeowners. There also will be an opportunity to have one-on-one sessions with the special-

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SEAFORD CHAPTER OF WIDOWS PERSONS TOOK TRIP TO CHARLESTON - On Sunday, April 27, 44 members and friends of the Seaford Chapter Widowed Persons Service departed for a trip to Charleston, S.C. and Savannah, Ga. Along the way were included sidetrips to Jekyll Island, St. Simons Island, and Hilton Head, S.C. They enjoyed tours of Charleston, S.C., Savannah, Ga., Owens-Thomas House, Millionaires Village, Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation, and Airborne, a Special Operations Museum (in Fayetteville, N.C.). Lunch at Food Network personality Paula Deen’s, “The Lady & Sons” restaurant and “Return to the 50s” show were two of the many highlights of the trip. They are already looking forward to the next trip.

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LEGALS PUBLIC NOTICE The following Ordinance was approved by the Sussex County Council on June 24, 2008: ORDINANCE NO. 1980 AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 2007 UPDATE OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR SUSSEX COUNTY AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 1574, THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE, ADOPTED DECEMBER 10, 2002. 7/3/1tc

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING Broad Creek Hundred Case No. 10220 In accordance with Chapter 115, of the Code of Sussex County, a hearing will be held on request for a special use exception as provided by: Chapter 115, Article XXVII, Subsection 115-210, Item A (3) (i) of said ordinance of JAMES E AND RUTH BAILEY who are seeking a special use exception to retain a manufactured home on a medical hardship basis and a special use exception to connect two (2) manufactured homes to make one (1) unit, to be located east of Road 437. The hearing will be held in the County Council Chambers, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on Monday evening, AUGUST 4, 2008, at 7:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as may be heard. All interested parties should attend and present their views. If unable to attend the public hearing, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to public hearing. For additional information, contact the Planning and Zoning Department at 302-855-7878. 7/3/1tc

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING Seaford Hundred Case No. 10216 In accordance with Chapter 115, of the Code of Sussex County, a hearing See LEGALS—page 32

PAGE 32 LEGALS - from Page 31 will be held on request for a variance as provided by: Chapter 115, Article IV, Subsection 115-25, Item C of said ordinance of LEO AND BARBARA METHVEN who are seeking a variance from the front yard setback requirement, to be located west of Road 530, 350 feet north of Arnett Road. The hearing will be held in the County Council Chambers, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on Monday evening, AUGUST 4, 2008, at 7:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as may be heard. All interested parties should attend and present their views. If unable to attend the public hearing, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to public hearing. For additional information, contact the Planning and Zoning Department at 302-855-7878. 7/3/1tc

NOTICE Estate of Kathryn Culver Russell, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Kathryn Culver Russell who departed this life on the 18th day of May, A.D. 2008 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto Richard L. Russell on the 11th day of June, A.D. 2008, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before the 18th day of January, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: Richard L. Russell 201 Chestnut Street Laurel, DE 19956 Attorney: Michele Procino Wells Procino Wells, LLC 225 High St. Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 6/26/3tc

NOTICE Estate of William K. Beach, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of William K. Beach who departed this life on the 26th day of August, A.D. 2007 late of Delmar, DE were duly granted unto William Patrick Wood on the 6th day of June, A.D. 2008, and

MORNING STAR all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before the 26th day of April, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: William Patrick Wood 116 Hearn Ave. Laurel, DE 19956 Attorney: James D. Griffin Griffin & Hackett P.A. 116 West Market St. P.O. Box 612 Georgetown, DE 19947 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 6/19/3tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a First Pluries writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL THAT certain lot, piece or parcel of land situate lying and being in the City of Seaford, Seaford Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware designated as Lot 902 in WOODSIDE MANOR, and being more particularly described according to a survey prepared by Thomas A. Temple, Jr., dated January 31, 2001 as follows, to-wit: BEGINNING at a concrete monument found located on the westerly right of way line of Arbutus Avenue, Said concrete monument found marking a common corner for this lot and Lot No. 904; thence running with Lot No. 904 South 80 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 120.00 feet to a Utility Pole, said Utility Pole marking a common corner for this lot and Lot No. 904 and on line of Lot No. 52; thence turning and running by and with Lot No. 52 North 09 degrees 45 minutes 00 seconds West 86.17 feet to a concrete monument found, said concrete monument found located on the southerly right of way line of Arbutus Avenue marking a common corner for this lot and lot No. 52; thence turning and running by and with the Southerly right of way line of Arbutus Avenue North 80 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 95.00 feet to a point, said point located on

• JULY 3 - 9, 2008

the southerly right of way line of Arbutus Avenue and marking the beginning of a curve; thence by and with said curve having a radius of 25.00 feet, a delta angle of 90 degrees 15 minutes 00 seconds and an arc distance of 39.38 feet to a point located on the Westerly right of way line of Arbutus Avenue; thence turning and running by and with the westerly right of way line of Arbutus Avenue South 09 degrees 45 minutes 00 seconds East 61.17 feet home to the point and place of Beginning, be the contents thereof what they may. BEING the same lands and premises conveyed unto Michele L. JesterPalmer and Edward Jester, as guardian for Elsie L. Jester by deed of Federal National Mortgage Association dated February 16, 2001 and of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County and State of Delaware in Deed Book 2566, Page 177. Tax Parcel: 5 - 3 1 10.14-2.00 Property Address: 902 East Ivy Drive, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in

execution the property of MICHELE L. JESTER-PALMER, EDWARD JESTER, AS GUARDIAN OF MINOR CHILD ELSIE L. JESTER and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a Sixth Pluries writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain tract, place or parcel of land situate, lying and being in the Town of Delmar, Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, being more particularly described as follows: COMMENCING at a cut in the Northerly edge of a five foot sidewalk bordering the North side of Jewell Street, said point of beginning being 104.83 feet in a Westerly direction from North Fourth Street; thence with the Northerly right-ofway line of Jewell Street, North 79 degrees 95 minutes West a distance of 52.83 feet to a cut in the sidewalk; thence with the centerline of a mutual and common driveway and in part through a two party garage, North 10 degrees 30 minutes East a distance of 133.60 feet to an iron pipe; thence with an old fence, South 79 degrees 05 minutes East a distance of 52.83 feet to an iron pipe; thence South 20 degrees 30 minutes West a distance of 133.60 feet to a cut in the sidewalk, the place of beginning, together with the improvements thereon, containing 7,050 square feet of land, be the same more or less, as surveyed June 30, 1967, by Harold W. Hampshire, Surveyor, and being known as 305 Jewell Street, Delmar, Sussex County, Delaware. BEING THE SAME lands and premises which Gertrude A. Hazel and John H. Hazel, III, by Deed dated May 24, 1997 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, did grant and convey unto Dwayne A. Ringgold and Teresa A. Ringgold, in fee. Tax Parcel: 5-32-20.14143.00 Property Address: 305 E. Jewell Street, Delmar Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale.

A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of DWAYNE A. & TERESA A. RINGGOLD and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: All that certain lot, piece or parcel of land lying and being situate in Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County State of Delaware being known as designated as Lot No. 49 in the subdivision know as "Nero's Acres" and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at an iron rebar set, a corner for this lot and Lot 48; thence running by and with Lot 48 South 75 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East 275.01 feet to an iron rebar set; thence; turning and

running by and with lands now or formerly of Antonio V. Nero South 12 degrees 41 minutes 00 seconds West 137 .60 feet to an iron rebar set; thence, turning and continuing with said Nero lands North 74 degrees 42 minutes 30 seconds West 275.60 feet to an iron rebar set on the cul de sac at the end of Danny's Drive; thence turning and running, North 20 degrees 04 minutes 43 seconds East a chord distance of 78.44 feet an arc distance of 90.17 feet on a 50 foot radius to a point on said cul de sac; thence North 12 degrees 17 minutes 57 seconds East a chord distance of 23.12 feet an arc distance of 23.56 feet on a 35 foot radius to a point on the right of way of Danny's Drive; thence, North 12 degrees 52 minutes 30 seconds East 35.00 feet home to the place of Beginning. Being the same lands and premises which Benjamin L. Parkinson did by deed dated February 10, 2006 and recorded in the office of the Recorder of Deeds, Sussex County, Delaware in Deed Book 3270 page 337 did grant and convey unto Steven Prato. Tax Parcel: 5-32-7.0027.31 Property Address: 35467 Danny’s Drive, Laurel Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five See LEGALS—page 34

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PAGE 34 LEGALS - from Page 32 days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of STEVEN PRATO and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Venditioni Exponas, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain tract, piece and parcel of land situate, lying and being in Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, located on the northerly side of County Road No. 46 and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at a concrete monument in the northerly right of way line of County Road No: 46, which monument is located 0.63 miles westerly along said County Road No. 46 from County Road No. 517-A and marks a corner for these lands and lands now or formerly of Jerry C. Dukes; thence running by and with the northerly right of way line of County Road No. 46, North 77 degrees 48 minutes 00 seconds West 686.09 feet, to a concrete monument, corner for these lands and lands of James R. and Donna J. Towers; thence by and with said Towers lands the following five courses and distances: (1) North 06 degrees 24 minutes 50 seconds West, 1179.79 feet to a coordinate point; (2) North 77 degrees 48 minutes 30 seconds East, 56.71 feet to a point; (3) North 27 degrees 53 minutes 08 seconds East, 59.72 feet to a point; (4) North 71 degrees 56 minutes 26 seconds East, 362.70 feet to a point; and (5) North 59 degrees 36 minutes 18 seconds East, 234.06 feet to a point in line of lands now or formerly of Jerry C. Dukes; thence by and with said Dukes lands, South 06 degrees 05 minutes 50 seconds East, 1622.20 feet to a concrete monument at point and place of Beginning, said to contain 21.00 acres of land, more or less, as surveyed

MORNING STAR by Miller-Lewis, Inc., Registered land Surveyors, in June of 1988. BEING the same lands conveyed unto DENNIS + DENNIS, INC., a corporation of the State of Delaware, by Deed of JAMES R. TOWERS and DONNA J. TOWERS, dated September 5, 1990, and recorded on September 5, 1990 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, at Deed Record Book 1736, page 203. Tax Parcel: 2-31-14.0024.00 Property Address: 23567 Dennis and Dennis Farm Lane, Georgetown Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of DENNIS & DENNIS, INC. and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a Second Pluries writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boule-

vard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Town of Laurel, Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, more particularly described in accordance with a survey prepared by Peninsula Surveying & Site Design, Inc. dated June 27, 2000 and revised July 10, 2000, as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at an iron pin set at the inner edge of a 4' wide concrete sidewalk on the South side of East 4th Street at the intersection of East 4th Street and Iona Avenue, a corner for this land; thence, by and with the inner edge of the sidewalk and the South side of East 4th Street and the curve thereof having a radius of 794.96 feet, a length of 242.33 feet and a chord of North 85 degrees 07 minutes 06 seconds East 241.39 feet to an iron pipe found; thence, continuing with the inner edge of the sidewalk on the South side of East 4th Street and the curve thereof having a radius of 794.96 feet, a length of 44.69 feet and a chord of South 84 degrees 32 minutes 19 seconds East 44.68 feet to an iron pipe found, a corner for this land and lands now or formerly of George W. Collins and Janice B. Whaley; thence, turning and running by and with lands now or formerly of George W. Collins and Janice B. Whaley, South 22 degrees 30 minutes 32 seconds West 130.60 feet to an iron pipe found; thence, turning and running by and with lands now or formerly of George W. Collins and Janice B. Whaley, South 67 degrees 33 minutes 47 seconds East 9.03 feet to an iron pipe found, a corner for this land; thence, turning and running with said Whaley lands, South 21 degrees 26 minutes 01 seconds West 145.54 feet to a concrete monument on the North side of Orange Street, a corner for this land; thence, turning and running by and with Orange Street, North 68 degrees 50 minutes 00 seconds West 261.47 feet to an iron pin set, a corner for this land; thence, turning and running by and with Iona Avenue North 23 degrees 05 minutes 00 seconds East 142.48 feet to a concrete monument; thence, North 07 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 18.00 feet to the place of beginning, containing therein 1.35 acres of land, more or less. Tax Parcel: 3 - 3 2 -

• JULY 3 - 9, 2008 1.07-320.00 & 320.01 Property Address: Not Available Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of FAMILY ENRICHMENT & DELIVERANCE CENTER, INC. & FAMILY ENRICHMENT DAYCARE CENTER, INC. and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain tract, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, being designated as Lot #594-E4, shown on the plot at "Newberg Lots", prepared for Paul Wilson, as surveyed by Coast Survey,

Inc" Land Surveying and Planning, dated November 8, 1992, divided March 16,1994, filed for record in the Office of the Recorder at Deeds, in and for Sussex County, at Georgetown, Delaware, in Plot Book 52, page 50, and being more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a pipe found on the southeasterly right-at-way line of County Road #594 (50 feet wide), a corner for this lot and Lot #594-E-5; thence continuing with said right-of-way north 33 degrees 07 minutes 08 seconds East 300.00 feet to a pipe; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this lot and Lot E-3 South 56 degrees 52 minutes 52 seconds East 525.30 feet (passing over a pipe at 195.00 feet) to a point in the center of Gum Branch Ditch; thence with said Ditch South 29 degrees 23 minutes 05 seconds West 204.20 feet to a point and continuing South 27 degrees 31 minutes 00 seconds West 385.07 feet to a point; thence turning and running by and with Lot E-5 North 22 degrees 55 minutes 28 seconds West 513.82 feet to a pipe; thence continuing on North 22 degrees 55 minutes 28 second West 106.59 feet to a pipe; thence continuing on North 56 degrees 52 minutes 52 second West 150.00 feet to the place of beginning said to contain 5.000 acres more or less. Tax Parcel: 4-30-9.0042.04 Property Address: 14499 Oak Road, Greenwood Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser

will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of REBECCA R. & CHARLES A. HOLLINGSWORTH, II (08L-02-62) and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in Northwest Fork Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, being known as Lot NO. 3 in Deer Meadows (Ref. Plot Book 54, page 83), being more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at an iron rebar on the North right of way line of Road No. 587 A at a corner for this lot and Lot No.4; thence with the North right of way of Road No. 587 A, North 80 degrees 37 minutes 24 seconds West 150.00 feet to an iron rebar located on the North right of way line of Road No. 587 A at a corner for this lot and Lot No.2; thence with Lot No. 2 the following two (2) courses and distances; North 09 degrees 22 minutes 36 seconds East – 600.00 feet to a Point; thence North 43 degrees 39 minutes 39 seconds East ¬517.69 feet to a pipe located at a corner for this lot, lot NO. 2 and in line of lands of Grace Lynn Gross; thence with said Gross lands, South 50 degrees 30 minutes 47 seconds East ¬- 234.85 feet to an iron rebar located at a corner for this lot, Lands of Edward Hall and in line of lands of Grace Lynn Gross; thence with said hall lands South 35 degrees 15 minutes 00 seconds West 212.85 feet to an iron rebar located at a corner for this See LEGALS—page 35

MORNING STAR LEGALS - from Page 34 lot and lands of Edward Hall; thence with said Hall lands South 65 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East¬ 8.74 feet to a point in the centerline of a ditch at a corner for this lot, Lot No. 15 and in line of lands of Edward hall; thence with the centerline of said ditch and Lots 15, 14 and 4 in the following four (4) courses and distances; South 32 degrees 58 minutes 41 seconds West ¬- 44.10 feet to a point; thence South 45 degrees 31 minutes 41 seconds West - 124.74 feet to a point; thence South 63 degrees 07 minutes 46 seconds West - 124.74 feet to a point; thence South 63 degrees. 07 minutes 46 seconds West - 203.97 feet to a point; thence South 84 degrees 22 minutes 56 seconds West - 4.30 feet to a point in the centerline of said ditch located at a corner for this lot and Lot No. 4; thence with Lot NO. 4 South 09 degrees 22 minutes 36 seconds West 453.38 feet to an iron rebar located on the North right of way line of Road No. 587A to the point and place of beginning, containing 5.05 acres of land be the same more or less as shown on a survey of Deer Meadow as prepared by Brad A. Temple, De., P.L.S. No. 552 dated March 22, 1995. Tax Parcel: 5-30-8.0015.02 Property Address: Parcel 1502, Lot 3, Deer Meadows, Haunted House Lane, Greenwood Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at

the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of REBECCA R. & CHARLES A. HOLLINGSWORTH, II (08L-03-011) and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain tract, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County, and State of Delaware, lying on the westerly side of the County Road #62, and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at an iron pipe in the westerly right-ofway line of County Road #62, corner for these lands, and lands to be conveyed to John R. Knox; thence by and with the said Westerly right-of-way of County Road #62, South 12 degrees 09 minutes East 136.65 feet to a concrete post, corner for these lands and for the other lands of John R. Knox; thence three courses with the same: (1) South 71 degrees 16 minutes West 63.20 feet to a concrete post; and (2) South 70 degrees 48 minutes 30 seconds West 203.75 feet to a concrete post; and (3) South 12 degrees 12 minutes 30 seconds East 148.57 feet to a concrete post in line of the lands now or formerly of Richard W. Hill; thence by and with the said Hill lands south 78 degrees 15 minutes West 231.56 feet to a concrete post in line of the lands of Doris C. Larrimore; thence turning and running with the same North 11 degrees 40 minutes 30 seconds West 235 feet to an iron pipe, corner for these lands and lands to be conveyed to John R. Knox, et ux.; thence a new line dividing these lands North 68

degrees 33 minutes 30 seconds East 500.85 feet to a pipe in the westerly right-ofway line of County Road #62, the point and place of beginning, said to contain 2.14 acres of land, more or less, as surveyed on June 16, 1984, by Walter R. Todd, Registered Land Surveyor. Tax Parcel: 2-32-20.0013.01 Property Address: Not Available Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of BARTLEY W. & TERRI L. KNOX and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

• JULY 3 - 9, 2008 Tract 1: All that certain lot, piece or parcel of land shown as Lot No. 1 on the minor subdivision plan of lands of P.A. F. LLC which plot was prepared by John L. Connor, Jr., professional land surveyor and recorded September 10, 2002 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Georgetown, Delaware in Plot Book 76, Page 191. Tract 2: All of that certain lot, piece and parcel of land as described in the attached survey prepared by John L. Connor, Jr., professional surveyor, dated April 21, 2005 and attached hereto. AND BEING the same property conveyed to the grantor(s) by deed recorded in deed book 3133, page 256, dated April 22, 2005, recorded April 27, 2005, among the aforesaid land records. BEING the same lands conveyed unto Dante Bockhorn and Amanda Bockhorn by Deed of Dante Bockhorn, Amanda Bockhorn and Robert DeHaven, dated July 6, 2006 and of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, in Georgetown, Delaware in Deed Book 3133, Page 256. Tax Parcel: 2-31-14.008.13 Property Address: 22873 Rum Ridge Road, Georgetown Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is

PAGE 35 presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of DANTE & AMANDA BOCKHORN and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of an Alias writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, about four miles Southeast of the City of Seaford and near the Village of Concord, it being more particularly described as follows, to wit: Lying on the Southerly side of Road No. 524, about one-half mile Easterly from the Village of Concord, at a stake set on the Southerly right-of-way line of said Road No. 524, the Northwest corner for this lot and the Northeast corner for other lands (now or formerly) of these grantees; thence running along the said right-of-way line of said Road No. 524, Northeast 80 degrees, 100 feet, to a stake at a corner for this lot and lands (now or formerly) of James Williams and Blanch A. Williams, his wife; thence turning and running in a Southeasterly direction with the said Williams land, Southeast 11 degrees, 520 feet to a stake on the Northerly edge of Concord Pond; the Westerly line for this lot running from said Road No. 524 in a Southeasterly direction with said other lands of these grantees, Southeast 7 degrees and through a large marked Oak Tree 398 feet, to a pipe on the Northerly edge of the said Concord Pond; the Southern boundary being the meanderings of Concord Pond between the stake and pipe previously mentioned, containing, 1.21 acres of land be it the same more or less, as surveyed and plotted by Harold L. Cook, a licensed

surveyor, in June, 1972. BEING the same lands conveyed by Beverly L. Ogundare by Deed dated August 28, 2002 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware in Deed Book No. 2748, Page 293, to Beverly L. Ogundare and Francis Ogundare, in fee. Tax Parcel: 2-31-17.008.00 Property Address: Route 6, Box 487, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of FRANCIS & BEVERLY L. OGUNDARE and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc See LEGALS—page 36

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SHERIFF SALE By virtue of an Alias writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in the City of Seaford, Seaford Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, more particularly described as follows, to¬ wit: BEGINNING at an iron stob located on the inside edge of 5.5 foot sidewalk, which is 4.5 feet from the face of the curb on the westerly side of Pine Street (said face of curb being 14.0 feet from the centerline thereof) at the intersection with the southerly side of Polar Street; thence with a line located on the inside of edge of a 4.6 foot sidewalk, which is 3.9 feet from the face of the curb on the southerly side of Popular Street (said face of curb being 11.0 feet from the centerline thereof), South 70 degrees 06 minutes West 92.23 feet to an iron stob located on the inside edge of the last described sidewalk at the intersection with the easterly side of Cannon Street; thence with a line located on the inside edge of a 4.9 foot sidewalk, which is located 6.4 feet from the face of the curb on the southerly side of Cannon Street said face of curb being 18.1 feet from the centerline thereof), South 18 degrees 37 minutes East 59.86 feet to a point on the inside edge of the last described sidewalk at corner for lands of Lyman H. Jamison, et ux; thence with the line of lands of said Jamison, North 69 degrees 30 minutes East 108.33 feet to a pipe located on the inside edge of the first described sidewalk on the westerly side on Pine Street, thence with the inside edge of said sidewalk, North 34 degrees 00 minutes West 60.53 feet to the point and place of beginning, containing 5,947 square feet of land, more or less, as will more fully and at large appear upon reference to a survey prepared by Thomas A. Temple, Jr., dated April 9, 1988, and filed for record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Georgetown, Delaware, in Deed Book 1562, page 278. BEING the same lands and premises which Pierre R. Chevalier, Jersey Chevalier and Henorck Lamur did

MORNING STAR grant and convey unto Richard A. Ashby by deed dated May 3, 2004, and recorded May 6, 2004, in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Deed Book 2974, Page 315. Tax Parcel: 4-31-5.00173.00 Property Address: 223 Arch Street, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of RICHARD A. ASHBY and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: All that certain piece, parcel and tract of land lying and being situate in Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County and State of

Delaware, being known as LOT NO. 18 of "Bridgeville Chase" Subdivision and being more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at an iron pipe found on the Westerly right of way line of Gum Branch Court (50 foot right of way) at a corner for this lot and Lot No. 17, said pipe being situate East 135 feet, more or less, from Meadow Drive; thence with Gum Branch Court South 89 degrees 27 minutes 04 seconds East 150.00 feet to an iron pipe found at a corner for this lot and Lot No. 19; thence turning and running with Lot No. 19 South 00 degrees 13 minutes 08 seconds West 418.75 feet to an iron pipe found at a corner for this lot, Lot 19 and in line of lands now or formerly of Morris L. Tatman; thence turning and running with lands now or formerly of Morris L. Tatman North 65 degrees 55 minutes 00 seconds West 164.02 feet to an iron pipe found at a corner for this lot, Lot No. 17 and in line of lands now or formerly of Morris L. Tatman; thence turning and running with Lot No. 17 North 00 degrees 13 minutes 08 seconds East a distance of 353.25 feet home to the point of beginning, said to contain 1.3292 acres of land, more or less, together with improvements, as shown on a survey prepared by MillerLewis, Inc., dated September 12, 2006. Being the same lands and premises which Monica Leblance as attorney-in-fact for Dennis R. Amatuzio and Monica Leblance as attorney-in fact did grant and convey unto Mark A. Scheper by deed dated September 21, 2006 and recorded on September 25, 2006 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 03364 Page 189. Tax Parcel: 4-30-16.0071.00 Property Address: 12126 Gum Branch Court, Bridgeville Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also sub-

• JULY 3 - 9, 2008 ject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of MARK A. SCHEPER and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land lying and being in Seaford Hundred, Sussex County, and the State of Delaware, more particularly described as follows to wit: BEGINNING at a concrete monument (found) lying on the Northerly rightof-way line of Sussex County Road No. 544 (40' rightof-way), said concrete monument (found) being a common boundary line for this land and for lands now or formerly of Lawrence G. & Linda M. Meyers and being 418 feet more or less to U.S. No. 13A; thence (1) North 63 degrees 34 minutes 51 seconds West 122.93 feet to a concrete monument, thence (2) North 21 degrees 38 minutes 01 seconds East 66.80 feet to a bold in a bulkhead (found), thence (3) South 69 degrees 26 minutes 10 seconds East 131.11 feet to a bold in bulkhead (found), thence (4) thence South 27 degrees 47 minutes 36 seconds West 79.97 feet home to the place of beginning. Being known as 8565 Hearns Pond Road Being the same lands

and premises which Dane Martin did grant and convey Danny Martin by deed dated March 24, 2006 and recorded on April 6, 2006 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3292 Page 333. Tax Parcel: 3-31-3.0090.00 Property Address: 8565 Hearns Pond Road, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of DANNY MARTIN and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Com-

plex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: All that certain tract, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, being more particularly described as follows: commencing at a concrete monument set in the southwesterly right of way land of Pit Road, said point of beginning being 688.5 feet in a southeasterly direction from Delaware Road No. 530; thence with the line of Lot 18, South 46 degrees 30 minutes west a distance of 187.8 feet to a concrete monument; thence with lands now or formerly of Samuel Dickerson, South 43 degrees 36 minutes East a distance of 120 feet to a concrete monument; thence with the line of Lot 16, North 46 degrees 30 minutes East a distance of 188 feet to a concrete monument; thence, with the southwestern right of way line of Pitt Road and 25 feet distance from the centerline thereof, North 43 degrees 42 minutes West a distance of 120 feet to the point and place of beginning, together with the improvements thereon, containing 22,548 square feet of land, be the same more or less, and being all of Lot 17 as shown upon a plat of Pit Road Lots as the same appears of Record in deed Book 524, Page 402. Being the same lands and premises which Stephen Bruce Benfield did grant and convey Norris L. Chafin, Jr. by deed dated June 17, 1991 and recorded on June 19, 1991 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 1788 Page 41. Tax Parcel: 2-31-12.00117.00 Property Address: 10918 Pit Road, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder RegSee LEGALS—page 37

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MORNING STAR LEGALS - from Page 36 istration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of NORRIS L. CHAFIN, JR. and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land situated in Beaver Dam Heights in Seaford Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, known and designated as Lot No. 13 on the revised plot of Beaver

Dam Heights dated March 3, 1955, as recorded in the office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County aforesaid, in Plot Book Vol. 2, page 75, and being more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a stake set in the high water mark or line of Williams Pond; thence running with the mutual boundary line between this lot and Lot No. 14 and along the center of a twenty foot wide road laid out as a private driveway for use in common by the owners of said Lot No. 13 and Lot No. 14 for ingress, egress and passage to and from Beaver Dam Drive, North 40 degrees 3 minutes West 139 feet to the southerly side of Beaver Dam Drive; thence with the same North 53 degrees East 118 feet to a stake; thence with the mutual boundary line between this lot and Lot No. 12 South 37 degrees 17 minutes East 160 feet to a stake set in the high water line of Williams Pond; thence running with the high water mark or line of said pond in a southwesterly direction to the place of beginning, containing 17,641 square feet of land, be the same more or less. BEING the same lands and premises which Margaret C. Ellis, did grant and convey unto Cherie L. Marvel, by deed dated May 2, 2000 and recorded on May 10, 2000 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 02482, Page 336. Tax Parcel: 3-31-6.00261.00 Property Address: 13 Beaver Dam Drive, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check,

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is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of CHERIE MARVEL, A/K/A CHERIE L. MARVEL and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of an Alias writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain piece, parcel, tract or lot of land, lying and being situate in the Town of Laurel, Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, and being more particularly described to a recent survey performed by Gene R. Littleton & Associates, Inc., PLS dated May 1997 as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a PK nail set at the back of the curb on the South side of East Fourth Street at the intersection of Fourth and King Street, said nail being 22.5 feet West of the center line of King Street, thence running along King Street South 27 degrees 03 minutes 45 seconds West 154.86 feet to an iron stub found, a corner for this lot and lands of George W. Collins; thence turning and running by and with the Collins land the following two courses: 1.) North 67 degrees 10 minutes 45 seconds West 49.91 feet to an

• JULY 3 - 9, 2008 iron stub found in the curb at Fourth Street; thence turning and running along Fourth Street South 65 degrees 45 minutes 43 seconds East 49.93 feet home to the place of beginning and containing 7,746.7213 square feet, more or less. Being the same lands and premises which Kathryn S. Moore and Paul M. Beach, II did grant and convey unto Michelle R. Casselbury by deed dated December 22, 2005 and recorded or January 6, 2006 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3256, Page 180. Tax Parcel: 3-32-1.07322.00 Property Address: 542 East 4th Street, Laurel Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of MICHELLE CASSELBURY and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

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PAGE 37 SHERIFF SALE By virtue of an Alias writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: All that certain lot, pieceor parcel of land situate, lying and being in Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, being more particularly described as follows, to wit: Beginning at an iron pipe located at the intersection of Delaware Road #20 and Pine Road; thence turning and running along the Northerly right of way line of Delaware Road #20, North 77 degrees 40 minutes 35 seconds West 157.43 feet to an iron pipe, said pipe being a corner for this lot and being located on the Easterly right of way line of a 10' alley; thence turning and running along said 10' alley North 13 degrees 29 minutes 28 seconds East 134~65 feet to a concrete monument, said monument being a corner for this lot and Lot 44; thence turning and running along the line of Lot 44, South 72 degrees 11 minutes 05 seconds East 160.89 feet to a railroad spike, said railroad spike being a corner for this lot and Lot 44 and being located on the Westerly right of way line of Pine Road; thence turning and running along Pine Road, South 14 degrees 57 minutes 00 seconds West 119.35 feet to an iron pipe1 said pipe being the point and place of beginning. Said to contain 20,186 square feet, together with the improvements located thereon. Being the same lands and premises which Palships Investments Limited Partnership did grant and convey unto Alex Hayman by deed dated January 5, 2006 and recorded on January 12, 2006 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 032592 Page 119. Tax Parcel: 1-32-2.0082.00 Property Address: 25162 Pine Road, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale

(The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of ALEX HAYMAN and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: Beginning at a concrete monument located on the southeasterly right of way boundary line of Jamore Drive and said point being situate 425.29 feet South of the centerline of Sussex Street; thence running along a line forming the common boundary between this subject parcel and adjoining Lot 53, South 42 degrees 06 minutes 40 seconds West 85.09 feet to a concrete monument found; thence turning and running along a line forming the common boundary between this subject parcel and adjoining Lot 52A, initially, and Lot 88, subsequently, North 6L degrees, 20 minutes 55 seconds West 203.56 feet to a concrete monument found on the aforesaid southeasterly, See LEGALS—page 38

PAGE 38 LEGALS - from Page 37 right of way boundary line of Jamore Drive; thence turning and running by and with said same right of way boundary line, North 38 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East 99.91 feet back to the place of beginning, said parcel of land containing 18,641 square feet of land, more or less as shown on a survey prepared by Thomas A. Temple, Jr., Registered Surveyor, dated October 17, 1997. Being the same lands and premises which Jean Robert Augustin did grant and convey unto Emane Edouard by deed dated January 3, 2002 and recorded on January 15, 2002 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 2665 Page 228. Tax Parcel: 3-31-6.00236.00 Property Address: 89 Jamore Drive, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five

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MORNING STAR • JULY 3 - 9, 2008 days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of EMANE EDOUARDO and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 At 9:30 A.M. & Thereafter At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: ALL that certain tract, piece and parcel of land situate, lying and being in Northwest Fork Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, being known and designated as LOT NOS. 3 and 4 as shown on a subdivision plot prepared by J. J. McCann, Inc., Surveyors, dated February, 1987, as filed for record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, at Georgetown, Delaware, in Plot Book 36, Page 325 and being more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a found iron pipe on the aforementioned easterly right-of-way line of Sussex Highway (US Route 13, right-of-way varies) and at a corner for lands now or formerly of James and Joyce Cantiello, said point being distant 1,240 feet more or less from the right-of-way intersection of Woodyard Road; thence running along the aforementioned right-ofway line North 20 degrees 24 minutes 39 seconds East 400.00 feet to a found iron pipe at a corner for lands now or formerly of Jeffery R. and Linda C. Kurtz; thence following said Kurtz lands South 69 degrees 34 minutes 33 seconds East passing over a found iron pipe at 689.77 feet a total distance of 706.94 feet to a point on line of lands now or formerly of John J. and Dorothy Yoder and in the center line of White Marsh Tax Ditch; thence following said Yoder lands and the centerline of said ditch the following two (2) courses and distances: 1) South 01 degree 18 minutes 28 seconds West 20.29 feet and 2) South 12 degrees 45 minutes 30 seconds East 455.55 feet to a corner for lands now or for-

merly of James and Joyce Cantiello; thence finally running with Cantiello lands North 69 degrees 33 minutes 00 seconds West passing over a found iron pipe at 22.52 feet a total distance of 962.81 feet to the place of beginning containing 7.64 acres of land, more or less, together with all of the improvements located thereon., as surveyed by Charles D. Murphy Associates, Inc., dated August 6, 2006. Being the same lands and premises which John M. Mervine. Jr. and Jan Lynn Mervine did grant and convey unto Jose D. Villeda by deed dated August 10, 2006 and recorded on August 11, 2006 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3347 Page 237. Tax Parcel: 5-30-5.003.08 Property Address: 11339 Sussex County Highway, Greenwood Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before August 4, 2008. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 8, 2008 and also subject to a 1 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Also subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed; a $200.00 deposit will be collected at the time of sale and will be refunded if a proper deed is presented to the Sheriff’s Office within Forty-Five days of confirmation. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County. Seized and taken in execution the property of JOSE D. VILLEDA & MARLIN Y. VILLEDA and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/3/2tc

Letters to the Editor Thanks for the Memories

Good-byes are so hard to say so I guess I’ll just have to say “So Long” to our dear friends, Eleanor and Will Stacy. I know that everyone in Laurel who has met them offers these same sentiments. The Stacys are leaving for Vermont to be closer to their family. Will, with his great sense of humor, told me last week, that his children wanted them nearer in case they toppled over — they could set them back up. What a great couple! On behalf of all their friends in Laurel we want to wish them the best in the future and to let them know that we will always be thinking of them. The Laurel American Legion would like to thank the Stacys for their great part in our Memorial Day services. We realize how difficult it was for them to be our Gold Star Mother and Father these many years. They are proud parents of a great soldier, William Stacy Jr., who lost his life fighting for our freedom. He will never be forgotten. Till we meet again, I just want the Stacy’s to know that we love them and wish them the very best and to tell them, “Thanks for the Memories.” Jim Allen

Laurel American Legion

Carney is my choice for governor

In my medical practice and in my columns, I am very interested in providing information. That information is usually of a medical nature. However, I have some information of a political nature that I would like to share. I have served on multiple statewide committees over the years. Two of those were chaired by Lt. Gov. John Carney. One was on access to mental health care. The other was on health care disparities. The interesting thing about serving on committees is you get to see the individual more on a personal level than in the political spotlight. Two things came across pretty clearly about Lt. Gov. Carney in those committee meetings. One of those was that he cared very deeply about the needs of Delawareans. The other was that he wanted to do whatever he could to make sure those needs were met. Those characteristics are certainly something that we need in our leaders. They will drive good decisions. They suggest that John Carney would be a fine Governor of the State of Delaware. Anthony M. Policastro

Seaford

The Democrat Dilemma

It is not often that voters find themselves in the fortunate position of having too many good candidates from which to choose. This is the reality Delaware Democrats are dealing with in this year’s gubernatorial race. I know people who have gone to forums to hear the candidates, obtained in-

Stars’ Letters Policy 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 email morningstarpub @ddmg.net formation from the candidates’ respective websites, read articles in the newspapers and had discussions with other voters to get their perspective. All of this in an effort to make the most informed choice in the Primary being held in September. Unfortunately, the Delaware Democratic Party has trumped the voters of Delaware. Based on an article in the Sunday News Journal, the Committee members from New Castle County and the City of Wilmington found it necessary to endorse one candidate over the other. The majority of Kent and Sussex County Committee members chose not to endorse either candidate until after the Primary. If this practice is allowed under the Party rules, something needs to be changed. Committee members are not elected officials, but volunteer citizens. Even if they were elected, their choice for candidate should never influence or sway the general public. By endorsing a candidate at this time, I think they are trying to do just that. John Carney and Jack Markell are both good men. However, most of us can figure it out on our own. Just in case the Party leaders are confused, Kent and Sussex are known for raising chickens, not sheep. Janet Skibicki

Dagsboro

Likes John Carney for governor

If you want a governor who not only promises change, but has the vision and experience to make this change a reality, take a look at John Carney. He is a bold leader, and has a record of rolling up his sleeves and working to get things done. A perfect example is health care. I believe all citizens deserve affordable care for themselves and their loved ones. Carney does more than talk about providing health care; he has served on the Health

MORNING STAR • JULY 3 - 9, 2008 Care Commission and earned a national award for his work on cancer. Carney’s plan for health care will bring down the cost for families and small businesses, and it will be more accessible for Delawareans. When it comes to health care. Carney has the right vision, the right record, and the right plan for our future. Betty LeCates Laurel

Jack Markell is his choice

We heard from the ultimate smoke-filled room (now minus the smoke) last week, with the state Democratic Party executive committee endorsing John Carney as the Party’s gubernatorial candidate. Yes, these are the people who, aligned with the Minner-Carney administration, brought us a healthier indoor environment in Delaware. But, unfortunately, they are also the people who brought us inadequate monitoring of Millsboro pollution, extensive negligence at the state psychiatric hospital, irresponsible staffing levels in state education, and, of

course, that expensive pile of sand at the Indian River Inlet. Well, now that the “executives” have spoken, its time for the “real people” to speak, the rank and file of not only the Party but also the various unions throughout the state. When the average Democrat, the average union member, or the average citizen (such as myself) enter the voting booth, we will vote our “minds,” not someone else’s mandate. We will vote for the man who has utilized his professional, pragmatic leadership skills to craft a record of achievement that spans decades and includes careers in both the private and public sectors of our society. We will vote for not only “good intentions,” but also “good management.” We will “Back Jack” and elect Markell our next governor. Bob Slavin

Lewes

Eighth grade party

On Friday evening, June 6, as is tradition, the eighth-graders at the Seaford Middle School were treated to their final celebration

PAGE 39 before leaving for the High School — the Eighth Grade Party. This party would not be possible without the generous contributions by local businesses, parents, and the SMS PTO. We would like to thank Great Scott Broadcasting, The Curiosity Shop, Pizza King, Domino’s, Grotto’s, Frank Parks/Home Team Realty, Teresa Craft, Mike Taylor, Tammi Mullen, and Susan Michel for their donations. We especially want to thank the Seaford Middle School PTO and the Middle School custodial staff. The party would not have been possible without your help and support. I also want to thank the parent and teacher volunteers for your help in organizing and chaperoning the party. I would love to list you by name, but I am concerned I might miss someone. We had more than 40 parents and teachers who volunteered to help in some way. No wonder the party was such a huge success. Karen J. Taylor

Party chairperson, Seaford

Why are we in such a hurry? Please give me a minute… I EV ODD ROFFORD am trying to catch my breath. The last six months have felt I sadly confess I have like a whirlwind spent years in the ‘acof change and transition, a sea- complishment’ camp. son of life that But I want out! we all experience at some time. The realities God has given to each of us of stress, overload, financial uncapacity to accomplish and we certainty, and personal insecurity all are responsible to make some seem to be my waking partners contribution into our world and daily. In a sense it can’t be culture. But sometimes we need avoided, but this, too, shall pass. to step back and take a breath. Meanwhile, it seems there are Why? Because hurriers hurry never enough minutes in the day right by the best things in life. and my daily mantra becomes Here are a few things I am deter“hurry-up.” And that is a probmined not to miss. lem. Today. A hurrier always has I have observed that when it his mind wrapped around tomorcomes to perspective on life row. Today is just a bridge to tothere seems to be those who morrow’s completed task. This think life is meant to be accomminute is only to be used as a plished and those who think life connection to some other minute is to be experienced. I sadly con- some other time and some other fess I have spent years in the place. But what was today meant “accomplishment” camp. But I for in the first place? Aren’t I want out! just as alive today with the task It always seems like someunfinished as I will be tomorrow thing else needs to be done. One when the job is done? more project to launch or comDo I stop long enough to be plete. One more phone call, one grateful? Do I stop long enough more errand, one more overtime to enjoy the warm sun on my week and I will be completed. face, or the giggle of my little To what end? To start in on the girl? I know this moment is here next thing. today, I don’t have the same

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guarantee for tomorrow. People. Hurriers usually miss them too. My task orientation can cut short priceless conversations, miss a hurting person, or overlook the person who had something valuable to say to me. By walking past people I am trading the experience of life for the accomplishment in life. In a hurried world, a cashier is only for purchases, a neighbor only for keeping the property next to yours nice, and a coworker is a conduit to accomplishment. Yet every person is a story waiting to unfold, and every relationship carries potential for growth and joy. Finally, hurriers miss God. The God above time is never in a hurry, but there are those who seldom slow down long enough to pay him any attention. Scripture is replete with references to being still in order to know and experience our Creator. God arrives, speaks, and acts on a timetable all his own and seldom fast enough for hurriers like me. So, for all of you who have had a hard time enjoying this article, join me in my attempts to experience life instead of accomplish life. They say that Interstate Highways have given us the ability to drive quickly across our entire nation and see absolutely nothing. I don’t want to live a personal Interstate existence. Do you?

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A new way to get people talking about climate change When science writer and columnist Bill McKibben heard climatolYNN ARKS ogist James Hansen say in a presentation in December that we McKibben was looking should aim to keep carbon dioxide for a way to get people inin the atmosphere down to 350 parts per million, it was, he says, volved in the fight to re“a revelation.” verse carbon loading in Not because he didn’t know that the atmosphere and he felt carbon dioxide is a problem. The that here, with the number author of The End of Nature has 350, was a way to do it. been warning us about climate change for decades. And not because our atmosphere heat or cool our homes rely on energy is a long way from that number. In fact, sources like coal and oil that emit carbon we’re already at 385 parts per million. dioxide and other heat-trapping gases,” the But rather, because McKibben was Web site says. “Just a few degrees in temlooking for a way to get people involved perature can completely change the world in the fight to reverse carbon loading in as we know it.” the atmosphere, a way to capture their atThere are stories about how climate tention, and he felt that here, with the change is already being manifested number 350, was a way to do it. throughout the world. And for those of us “A number works,” McKibben writes who wake up thinking about climate in the latest issue of Orion magazine. change and who go to sleep worrying “And this is a good one. It means the about what our children’s lives will be, same thing in every tongue, and it even there are suggestions about actions we can bridges the gap between English and mettake, and there is hope. Slim hope, but ric.” hope nonetheless: And so, 350.org was born. “We’re like the patient who goes to the “We settled on our mission,” McKdoctor and learns he’s overweight, or his ibben writes. “To tattoo that number into cholesterol is too high,” the Web site says. every human brain. To make every person “He doesn’t die immediately, but until he on Planet Earth aware of it, in the same changes his lifestyle and gets back down way that most of them know the length of to the safe zone, he’s at more risk for heart a soccer field.” attack or stroke. The planet is in its danger With that shared knowledge, he hopes, zone because we’ve poured too much carpeople will push governments into action bon into the atmosphere, and we’re startthat those governments have been until ing to see signs of real trouble: melting ice now reluctant to take. Negotiations on a caps, rapidly spreading drought. We need United Nations climate change treaty, set to scramble back as quickly as we can to to be completed in Copenhagen in Decem- safety.” ber 2009, “will be pulled as if by a kind of To make that number 350 part of our rough and opaque magic,” he writes. consciousness, “we need 350 churches “[350] will become the definition of sucringing their bells 350 times,” McKibben cess or of failure. It will set the climate for writes in Orion. “We need 350 spraytalking about climate.” painted across the face of shrinking glaAt the Web site, there are simple expla- ciers; we need a stack of 350 watermelons nations of the science of climate change, on opening day of your farmer’s market; caused by the accumulation of gases, priwe need songs and videos; we need temmarily carbon dioxide, in the atmosphere. porary tattoos for foreheads. We need 350 Those gases, appropriately called greenpeople lining up to get arrested in front of house gases, make our world into a giant a coal train. greenhouse, trapping heat on the surface “We need to draw a line in the sand. and raising our global temperature. Say it out loud: 350. Do everything you “Many of the activities we do every can.” day, like turn the lights on, cook food, or Please, do everything you can.

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DISTRICT CHAMPS- Shown (l to r) is the Laurel 9-10 year old all-star softball team, which won the District III championship on Monday: front- Charlotte the goose, Regan Green, Megan Joseph, Kaycie Wilson, Destinee Banks, Alex Joseph, Kortnee Lee; coach Jodi Green, Sabrina Savage, Heather Windels, Shelby Murphy, Tristen West, Logan Downes, Savannah Brown, and manager Brad Lee. Photo by Doug Worster

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LAUREL ALL-STARS- Shown (l to r) is the Laurel 9-10 year-old all-star baseball team: front- R.J. Horsey, Jimmy Miller, Timuan Williams, Trent Hearn, and Christian Murphy; middle- Foster Haynes, Tim Kelley, Brad Dryden, Tim Chandler, Tim Wootten, Cade Pusey, and Justin Hill; Coaches- Joey Deiter, manager Bobby Horsey, and Randy Hill. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel tops Woodbridge Laurel Minor League baseball team t o w i n D i s t r i c t I I I t i t l e advances to championship game

By Lynn Schofer

The Laurel 9-10 year old all-star softball team defeated Woodbridge, 4-0, in the District III championship game as Regan Green threw a perfect game allowing no hits, walks, or base runners. Laurel scored two runs in the first two innings and the game remained close until the fifth inning when Laurel added two more runs. Laurel’s Morgan Joseph led off the fifth inning with a bunt. She ran to second on the catcher Megan Callahan’s throwing error, raced to third and scored

on a second throwing error. Green scored on a bases loaded walk to Sabrina Savage. Woodbridge’s Jordan Clark pitched a good game with five strikeouts. The defense was strong, throwing out Green in the third on an attempted steal. Woodbridge’s Brady Keeler caught a pop up by Savannah Brown and doubled up Shelby Murphy who was on first with a walk. Riley Vickers caught a fly ball and doubled up Savage who was on first after a single. Green registered nine strikeouts in the 4-0 championship win.

Laurel’s Savannah Brown slides home safely as Woodbridge pitcher Shaina Larimore looks to apply the tag during last Sunday’s District III Minor League softball tournament game. Photo by Mike McClure

By Mike McClure The Laurel Minor League all-star baseball team topped Georgetown and Rehoboth to advance to the District III championship game. Laurel fell on Monday night (its first loss of the double elimination tournament) and will play for the title on Tuesday (see page 48). On Saturday, Laurel’s Foster Haynes singled and scored on an error and Tim Kelley and Tim Wootten each reached on an error and scored on an error (3-0) in the bottom of the first inning. Laurel hurler Justin Hill struck out the side in the top of the second worked his way our of trouble in the third. Rehoboth’s Ryan Thornburg walked and D.J. Toppin singled to put runners on the corners before Hill got a pair of strikeouts to get out of the inning. Hill struck out the side in the top of the fourth and the Laurel all-stars added some insurance runs in the bottom of the inning. Cade Pusey led off with a single, moved to second on a sac bunt by R.J. Horsey, went to third on a wild pitch, and scored on an error. Hill reached on an error and scored on a double by Timuan Williams (5-0). In the top of the fifth, Rehoboth scored a pair of runs on a pair of walks and two Laurel errors. Reliever Tim Kelley eventually got out of the jam with a pop out and a strikeout. In the bottom of the inning, Kelley walked and scored on a ground out by Pusey and Wootten reached on a fielder’s choice and came home on an infield hit by Horsey (7-2). Following a Rehoboth batter reaching

Laurel’s Tim Wootten comes home for one of Laurel’s seven runs in a 7-2 win over Rehoboth last Saturday in Lewes. Photo by Mike McClure

first on error, Kelley got a strikeout and two ground outs to end the game with Laurel winning, 7-2. For Laurel, Pusey had a hit, a run, and two RBIs; Haynes collected a hit and scored a run; Horsey added a hit and a Continued on page 44

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SENIOR BASEBALL-

Paige Butler of the Seaford Golf and Country Club Gators, left, waits by the pool for her next race during a recent meet. Jenna Procino warms up after her last swim during a recent SGCC Gators’ meet.

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Above, Laurel’s Chris Jones makes contact for a single during last week’s Senior League baseball game. Woodbridge pitcher Jeremy Messick looks home for the sign during last week’s game in Laurel. Laurel won the game in 14 innings.

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Laurel Star Little League scoreboard for the week of 6/23 9-10 year old baseball- Major LeagueReds 26, Orioles 6- For the Orioles, Shane Baker and Jeremy Metz each had two walks and two runs; Conner Evans added two hits and a walk; Alex Davis walked and scored a run; Stephen Perdue drew a pair of walks; and Travis Neeley was hit by a pitch and scored a run. For the Reds, Corey Mitchell collected two hits and scored four runs; Jacob Adkins doubled, singled, and scored four runs; Austin Tanner tripled, walked, and scored four runs; Devin Burke walked and scored four runs; and Bobby Townley added four hits and three runs. Dustin Allen had a hit, a walk, a run, and was hit by a pitch twice; Kodi Brown collected a hit and scored two runs; Malik Holden walked and scored a run; and Tyler Hill scored a run. Tanner allowed no runs on one hit and struck out five in two innings; Brown gave up three runs on no hits and four walks and struck out one in one inning; and Josh James pitched one inning and gave up three runs on one hit and four walks and struck out two. Senior League- Laurel 8, Woodbridge 7 (14 innings)- Laurel handed Woodbridge their first defeat of the season as they outlasted them Laurel’s Justin Allen trots home afin the 14 inning marathon. Justin Allen had five ter hitting two-run home run in his Senior League baseball team’s 8-7 hits including a two-run home run and the win over Woodbridge in 14 innings. game-winning single in the 14th. Trey Tyndall Allen had five hits including the had four hits and a run; Nick Munoz had three game-winning single. Photo by Mike hits and a run; Chris Cutsail had two hits and McClure two runs and caught all 14 innings for Laurel. Zach Toadvine singled and had a run; Zach Whaley scored a run; and Chris Jones singled. For Woodbridge, Tyler Dickson had four hits including two doubles, two RBIs and a run; David Walls singled twice and scored a run; Brock Little singled and had a run; Dustin Jones had a two-run single and a run; and Jordan Vazquez, Taylor Hashman and Tom Jefferson each scored a run. Jefferson also caught all 14 innings for Woodbridge.

Laurel’s Logan Downes hits a liner back to the pitcher during last Sunday’s District III Minor League softball tournament game. See page 45. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel tops Woodbridge in District III Minor League softball By Lynn Schofer Winning pitcher Regan Green struck out 10 and allowed two hits in Laurel’s 20-2 win over Woodbridge last Friday night in the District III Minor League softball tournament. Woodbridge scored their two runs in the first inning. Megan Callahan hit a leadoff single and scored on a double by Jordan Clark. Clark later took home on a wild pitch. In the second inning, Woodbridge’s Caroline Breeding hit the first batter, recorded a strike out and walked the next two. Laurel’s Destinee Banks scored on Green’s single and Morgan Joseph scored on Shelby Murphy’s bunt single. Kortney Lee scored on a wild pitch while Tristen West loaded the bases back up with a walk. A passed ball scored Green and Alex Joseph added to the score with a single. Laurel added more runs with a double by Morgan Joseph and single by Kortney Lee. Laurel went on to score 13 of the 20 runs in the second inning. Green worked a 1-2-3inning in the second, third and fourth innings. Laurel scored their runs on 10 hits, 11 walks and four errors. Woodbridge had two hits against Laurel pitcher Regan Green who had 10 strikeouts and did not surrender a walk. Laurel’s defense also recorded no errors. Laurel 25, Lower Sussex 0 (Wednesday)

Laurel’s Trey Tyndall had four hits in his team’s Senior League baseball win over Woodbridge last Wednesday in Laurel. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel pitcher Regan Green comes home with a pitch during her team’s win over Woodbridge on Friday. Green had 10 strikeouts and allowed two hits. Photo by Lynn Schofer

Laurel’s Kortney Lee stands at the plate during last Friday’s District III Minor League softball game. Photo by Lynn Schofer

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MORNING STAR • JULY 3 - 9, 2008

Post 6 Patriots fall to Fox Post 2, drop home doubleheader

Laurel’s R.J. Horsey runs to first base after putting down a sacrifice bunt as Rehoboth’s D.J. Toppin throws to first during a District III Minor League all-star baseball game last Saturday. Photo by Mike McClure

Minor baseball continued run; Miller and Williams each doubled; Kelley scored a pair of runs; and Wootten scored one run. Laurel 20, Georgetown 4- (Thursday)- For Laurel, Trent Hearn had a single and three walks; Timmy Kelley drew three walks and doubled; Cade Pusey

went 3-for-3 with four RBIs; Tim Wootten singled, walked, and drove in a run; and Foster Haynes drew a pair of walks. Brad Dryden had two singles and two steals; R.J. Horsey drew a pair of walks, singled, and added two RBIs; Tim Chandler scored a run; Justin Hill tripled and drew a pair of walks; and Jimmy Miller walked.

The Post 6 Patriots were edged by Fox Post 2, 4-3, last Thursday before falling to Delaware Post 1 in a pair of games on Saturday. On Thursday, the Patriots kept Fox Post 2 off the scoreboard until the final inning when it scored four runs for a 4-3 win. The Patriots scored two runs in the top of the first on a sac fly by Matt Parker and an RBI single by Eric Sharff. Steve Sharff also doubled in a run in the bottom of the fifth for a 3-0 Post 6 lead. Fox Post 2 pitcher Joe Diana got two ground outs and a pop up in the bottom of the seventh to seal the win. On Saturday, Post 6 fell to Delaware Post 1, 6-4 and 12-5, in a doubleheader in Seaford. In game one, Steve Sharff kept Post 1 off the board until developing a blister on a pitching hand. After Sharff left the mound, Delaware Post 1 scored six runs in the sixth Post 6 pitcher Zach Adkins comes home inning for a 6-4 lead. Sharff hit a home run; Matt Parker dou- with a pitch during his team’s home loss bled and had two hits and two runs; Zach Ad- to Fox Post 2 last week. Adkins had a pair of hits in the first game of a doublekins went 2-for-2 with an RBI; and Tyler Ru- header against Delaware Post 1 on Satark had a hit and a run for the Patriots in the urday. Photo by David Elliott loss. In game two, Eric Sharff came on in relief of Seth Hastings and pitched four innings of shutout ball striking out eight, but Post 1 scored 12 runs on 13 hits for the win. Steve Sharff doubled and tripled; Chad Sturgeon added the Patriots’ other extra base hit and drove in two runs; Parker added two hits and two RBIs; and Garrett Eskridge had two hits and two runs.

District III Little League Major League all-star schedules Baseball- Major League- 7/10- Woodbridge vs. Georgetown, 6 p.m. at Georgetown; 7/11- Laurel vs. Milton, 8 p.m. at Lower Sussex, Nanticoke vs. Lewes, 6 p.m. at Georgetown, Woodbridge-Georgetown winner vs. Rehoboth, 8 p.m. at Georgetown; 7/13 and 7/15- winner’s bracket at Lower Sussex; 7/12-7/16- loser’s bracket at Georgetown; 7/17- championship, 6 p.m. at Lower Sussex; 7/18- championship 2 (if necessary), 6 p.m. at Lower Sussex Softball- Major League- 7/5- Woodbridge vs. Lower Sussex, 6 p.m. at Woodbridge, Laurel vs. Millsboro, 8 p.m. at Woodbridge, Nanticoke vs. Rehoboth, 6 p.m. at Rehoboth; 7/6 winner’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Woodbridge; loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Rehoboth; 7/7- loser’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Rehoboth; 7/8- winner’s bracket 6 p.m. at Woodbridge, loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Rehoboth; 7/9- loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Rehoboth; 7/10- championship 6 p.m. at Woodbridge; 7/11- championship 2 (if necessary) 6 p.m. at Woodbridge

Send us your sports scores - it’s easy! Justin Hill of the Laurel 9-10 year-old allstar baseball team fires a pitch during a District III tournament game last weekend in Lewes. Hill allowed two runs in four plus innings in his team’s 7-2 win over Rehoboth. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel Minor League baseball player Timuan Williams looks on after connecting for an RBI double during last Saturday’s game in Lewes. Photo by Mike McClure

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Maryland District 8 Little League All-Star tourney schedules The following are the 2008 Maryland District 8 Little League All-Star baseball tournament schedules for Delmar (subject to change): 9-10 year-olds- baseball- 7/3- Pocomoke at Delmar, 6 p.m.; 7/5- Delmar at Willards, 2 p.m.; 7/9- Crisfield at Delmar, 6 p.m.; 7/11- Delmar at West Salisbury, 6 p.m.; 7/13- semifinals, TBA; 7/10- finals, 6 p.m., TBA softball- 7/10- Delmar home vs. Princess Anne, 6 p.m.; 7/11- Delmar at Princess Anne, 6 p.m.; 7/13Delmar vs. Princess Anne (if necessary), 6 p.m., TBA 11 year-olds- baseball- 7/5- Delmar at Berlin, 5 p.m.; 7/7, 7/9, 7/11- winner’s/loser’s bracket, TBA; 7/13- championship, TBA; 7/15- championship 2 (if necessary), TBA Major League- baseball- 7/2- Delmar at Crisfield, 6 p.m.; 7/6- Willards at Delmar, 2 p.m.; 7/10- Delmar at Fruitland, 6 p.m.; 7/12- West Salisbury at Delmar, TBA; 7/14- semifinals, 6 p.m., TBA; 7/16- finals, 6 p.m., TBA softball- 7/10- Delmar at Princess Anne, 6 p.m.; 7/12- Princess Anne at Delmar, 6 p.m.; 7/13- Delmar vs. Princess Anne (if necessary), 6 p.m. Junior League- baseball- 7/6- Delmar home vs. Berlin, 5 p.m.; 7/8, 7/10, 7/12- winner’s/loser’s bracket, TBA; 7/14- championship, 6 p.m., TBA; 7/16- championship 2 (if necessary), 6 p.m., TBA Senior League-baseball- 7/5- West Salisbury at Delmar, 5 p.m.; 7/7, 7/8, 7/11, 7/13- winner’s/loser’s bracket, TBA; 7/15- championship, 6 p.m., TBA; 7/16- championship 2 (if necessary), 6 p.m., TBA

MORNING STAR • JULY 3 - 9, 2008

Woodbridge forces championship game with 22-21 win over Laurel By Mike McClure The Woodbridge Minor League all-star softball team bounced back from last Friday’s loss to Laurel in District III winner’s bracket play to top Lewes, 11-1, and Laurel, 22-21, to force a deciding game. On Sunday, Laurel scored a pair of runs in the opening inning as Morgan Joseph and Regan Green each walked and scored on an error. Woodbridge responded with 10 runs in the bottom of the first as Megan Callahan reached on an infield single and scored on a double by Jordan Clark. Clark scored on a single by Caroline Breeding and Kelsey Eckert (walk), Breeding, Brady Keeler (walk), Riley Vickers (walk), Shaina Larimore (walk), and LaToya Neal (first on error) each scored a run. Callahan reached on a fielder’s choice in her second at bat of the inning and scored on another single by Clark and Clark scored the final run of the inning for a 10-2 Woodbridge lead. Laurel answered with seven runs in the top of the second. Savannah Brown singled and scored on a wild pitch, Green walked to force in Alex Joseph (walk), Morgan Joseph (walk) came home on a wild pitch, Tristen West walked to force in Kortney Lee (walk), Green scored on a wild pitch, Brown singled in Shelby Murphy (walk), and Alex Joseph drew a bases loaded walk to bring in West (10-9). Woodbridge scored three more runs in the bottom of the second inning. Vickers singled in Keeler (first on error), Laurie Wroten grounded out to score Vickers, and Neal (first on error) scored on an error to make it 13-9. Laurel scored six runs in the top of the third to take a 15-13 lead. Murphy singled in Lee (walk), Logan Downes singled in Green (walk), Murphy came home on a wild pitch, Kaysae Wilson worked a bases loaded walk to plate Downes, and Brown (walk) and Sabrina Savage (walk) scored on an infield fly pop out by Morgan Joseph. Woodbridge knotted the score at 15-15 with a pair of runs in the bottom of the inning. Keeler doubled in Eckert (single) and scored on a single by Larimore who was thrown out at second for the final out of the inning. In the top of the fourth, Murphy tripled in Green (infield single) and scored on a wild pitch to make it 17-15. Callahan doubled in Rebecca Buiano (walk) and scored on an error and Clark reached on the error and came home on a groundout by Caroline Breeding (18-17).

Laurel’s Morgan Joseph delivers a pitch during her team’s District III Minor League softball tournament win over Lower Sussex. Photo by Mike McClure

Alex Joseph led off the fifth with a single and scored Laurel’s only run of the inning on a wild pitch to tie the score at 18-18. Woodbridge scored its lone run of the inning as Vickers walked and scored on a groundout by Anna Buckley. Laurel came back with three runs in the final inning for a 21-19 advantage. Brown tripled in Murphy (single) and West (infield single) and scored on an infield single Morgan Joseph who eluded the tag of the first baseman on a nubber hit down the first base line. Woodbridge, which was the home team in this game played in Laurel, got one more chance to reclaim the lead in this back and forth contest. Callahan reached on an infield single and moved to second on an error before coming home on a single by Clark. With one out and a pair of runners in scoring position, Keeler delivered a double to score Eckert (infield single) and Breeding (fielder’s choice) to give Woodbridge a 22-21 win, forcing a deciding game. Woodbridge 11, Lewes 1 (Saturday)Jordan Clark pitched four innings and allowed one run on no hits and struck out three. Caroline Breeding and Brady Keeler each went 2-for-3 in the win.

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Gibson named Gatorade Player of the Year for second year By Gene Bleile Two weeks ago a dream came true for Seaford All-State baseball player Derrik Gibson when he was drafted by the Boston Red Sox in the second round (77th pick overall in the major league draft), as their number three pick at shortstop/pitcher in the annual amateur event. Last Tuesday, that dream took a giant leap forward when he met the Red Sox players and manager Terry Francona at Citizens Bank Park, the home of the Philadelphia Phillies. “It was a thrill to meet with manager Francona before the game,” Gibson said. “I was taken by one of the Phillies staff to his office and we talked before the game, then I went out onto the field to watch the Red Sox take batting practice.” He also had a chance to talk to outfielder Jacoby Ellsbury and pitcher Josh Beckett. Last Wednesday, Gibson picked up his second consecutive Gatorade Delaware Player of the Year Award from his former varsity coach Kenny Cummings in a short ceremony at Derrik Gibson Seaford High School. This award also followed his recent selection as the Delaware Baseball Coaches Association Player of the Year. “I am honored to be selected for both awards this past season,” Gibson said. Cummings also praised his former player, “Gibby was a pleasure to coach for the past four years and his hard work and dedication has paid off for him. I am happy and excited for him. I know he can play at the next level, either pro or college.” Gibson has not signed a contract with the Red Sox yet and he has until August 15 to make a final decision, whether or not to sign a pro contract or attend the University of North Carolina and play baseball for the nationally ranked Tar Heels. He is being advised in contract negotiations by Larry Reynolds, who currently represents major league players B.J. Upton of the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, Justin Upton, of the Arizona Diamondbacks and Tori Hunter of the Los Angeles Angels. If Gibson turns pro, Reynolds, brother of former major leaguer Harold Reynolds, will become his agent. As a pro, the Red Sox have indicated that they would move him to the outfield to take advantage of his speed and rifle arm, instead of his natural position at shortstop. If he opts for UNC he will most likely be given the opportunity to compete for the starting shortstop job. Either way, he has a bright future ahead of him.

Wicomico Recreation to hold field hockey camp Wicomico Recreation, Parks and Tourism has partnered with Salisbury University’s field hockey coaching team to bring ‘Shore’ Stick Field Hockey Camp back in 2008. Head Coach Dawn Chamberlain will lend her expertise from July 21 to July 25 at the Henry S. Parker Athletic Complex. The camp is open to players entering second through 12th grade. Participants will be divided according to their current skill level and/or age. Camp hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. ‘Shore’ Stick Field Hockey Camp is designed to improve the skill level and conceptual knowledge of Field Hockey players of all ages. Each camper will be exposed to a variety of new skills and techniques. They will also be given the opportunity to participate in activities that will enhance their current playing level. Dawn Chamberlain, serving as the head coach of the Salisbury University Field Hockey Team, ranks among the most successful coaches in the school’s history. Registration for the ‘Shore’ Stick Field Hockey Camp is now open. Registrations will be accepted now through July 21 at the Wicomico Civic Center box office. Register before July 11 and pay only $145 for the entire week of camp. Registrations received after July 11 will include a $25 late registration fee. Each camper must come equipped with a field hockey stick, mouth guard and shin guards (goalkeepers must have their own equipment). For more information regarding registration please contact Kelly O’Brien at (410) 548-4900 ext. 108 or e-mail kobrien@wicomicocounty.org . Contact Dawn Chamberlain at 410-548-2588 with specific camp questions.

Coach Margie Knight, head volleyball coach at Salisbury University and Wicomico County’s Department of Recreation and Parks have come together again for the 2008 Volleyball Camp. Come out and work with Coach Knight and her SU team as they teach the techniques, positioning and much more that has lead them to years of success. This camp is designed for girls ages 12-17 and runs daily, August 4-8 from 9 am-noon at Salisbury University’s Maggs Gymnasium. Don’t miss out on a chance to better your game on the court. The cost to participate for the entire camp is just $130 per player. Registration is now open but space is limited. To register visit the Wicomico Civic Center Box Office, open Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, or sign up online at www.wicomicorecandparks.org. For more information please contact Kelly O’Brien at 410-548-4900 ext. 108.

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MORNING STAR • JULY 3 - 9, 2008

36th Annual Camp Barnes benefit stock car race to take place July 9 The 36th Annual Camp Barnes Benefit Stock Car Race will be held at the Delaware International Speedway in Delmar on Wednesday, July 9. Gates to the Speedway will open at 5 p.m. and racing action begins at 7 p.m. Rain date is scheduled for Thursday, July 10. This year’s event will feature competitors from New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia and Delaware. Drivers will compete for over $35,000 worth of prize money. Super, Late Models, Street Modified, Modified Lites, TSS AC Delco Modified, Little Lincoln Vintage Cars, and Southern Delaware Vintage Car Club. Also back by popular demand is the 11th Annual Camp Barnes Shoot-Out featuring the top five finishers from the Modified feature and the top five finishers from the Late Model Feature. A $2,000 cash purse is at stake when they go headto-head in a 12-lap dash. Camp Barnes originally opened in 1948 to combat juvenile delinquency. The camp was named in recognition of Colonel Herbert A. Barnes. Colonel Barnes was the Superintendent of the State Police at the time of the camps establishment, and he was instrumental in raising the necessary funds and volunteer help to make Camp Barnes a reality. The camp is located next to the Assawoman Wildlife Area on Miller Creek, 6.7 miles southeast of Bethany Beach. During an eight-week span in the summer, 60 children, ages 10-13, attend Camp Barnes

ROOKIE LEAGUE ALL-STARS- Shown (not in order) are the Laurel Rookie League all-stars: Coach Scott Venables, Coach Keith Moyer, Coach Shane Heineke, Austin Venables, Mitchell Moyer, Koby Heineke, Logan Regelman, Tyler Hitchens, Craig Rice, Perez Nichols, Corey Evans, Jacob White, Gabe Terrones, and Trey Condon.

each week with no financial burden on their parents or guardians. Tickets to the event are available at the speedway’s ticket booth the night of the event. Spectator’s tickets are $12 and pit tickets are $25. Children 10 and under accompanied by a parent or guardian are admitted free to spectator seating. For additional information, please contact Detective Preston (Pep) Lewis at (302) 856-5850 Ext. 301.

Bastianelli takes Open Wheel, Russell repeats in Full Body By Charlie Brown The Bad 8 Open Wheel and Full Body racers were on hand Friday night at the U.S. 13 Dragway. For the second time in three weeks, Vernon Russell of Dover. captured the Full Body final while Danny Bastianelli of Georgetown improved his finish of two weeks ago by one as he won the Open Wheel final. Other winners on the night included Bobby Insley of Crisfield (Super Pro); Jim Williams of Seaford (Pro); Jay Windsor of Felton (Pro Bike); Josh Nichols of Hebron (Street Eliminator); Jerome Travers of East New Market, Md. (Bike Trophy); Jayson Donze of Camden (Import); Herby Sullivan of Ridgely, Md. (Jr. Dragster 1) and Allison Trice of Fruitland (Jr. Dragster 2). Vernon Russell once again proved to be the driver to beat in the Bad 8 Full Body as he went up against Jay Bradford of Newark, Md. for the second straight time. Russell had a .016 reaction to Bradford’s .023 then ran an 8.662/155.46 on an 8.66 dial for the win. Bradford gave him a run for his money with an 8.637/156.90 on an 8.63 dial. Danny Bastianelli’s hole shot was the winning difference in his final with W.R. Ketterman of Salisbury. Bastianelli had a .016 reaction and ran a 7.572/170.84 on a 7.57 dial. Ketterman had a 7.832/169.97 on a 7.83 dial. Thomas Barber of Conowingo, Md. had Low E.T. in Full Body with a 7.889 and Mike Bradford had Top Speed with a 178.67. In Open Wheel Mike Larkin set both Low E.T. and Top Speed with a 7.283/185.10. The Super Pro final matched Bobby Insley and Vernon Russell. Insley had the better reaction and run as he ran a 7.898/164.77 on a 7.88 dial. Russell ran an 8.678/154.95 on an 8.64. Semi-finalists were Billy Groton of Seaford and Greg Olenik of Dover. Jim Williams faced Ben Garnett of Houston in the Pro final. Garnett broke out with a 10.024/133.09 on a 10.03 dial and Williams got the win with a 9.701/136.38 on a 9.69 dial. Semi-finalists were Eric Fairbee of Georgetown and Charles Moore of Lincoln. Jay Windsor rode up against David Manuel of Pittsville in the Pro Bike final. Manuel broke out with a 10.794 on a 10.80 dial and Windsor got the win with an 8.266/157.97 on an 8.26 dial. Semi-finalist was Sherell Blake of Delmar, Md. Josh Nichols took the Street Eliminator final over Bryan Gray of Millsboro. Nichols ran a 15.926/78.16 on a 15.84 dial while Gray ran a 12.871/105.54 on a 12.70 dial. Tony Cain of Camden had a red light foul and Jayson Donze took the Import final with a 19.172/57.78 on a 17.40 dial. Jerome Travers had the better reaction and took the Bike Trophy final against Mykl Johnson of Delmar, Md. Travers ran a 9.549/138.33 on a 9.45 dial while Johnson ran a 13.038/98.60 on a 13.05 dial. It was Herby Sullivan paired up against Jerel Davis of Salisbury in the Jr. Dragster 1 final. In the heads-up run Sullivan had the better reaction and drove to the win with a 9.003/70.01 on a .9.00 dial. David made it a close race with a 9.007/70.91 on a 9.00 dial. In Jr. Dragster 2, Allison Trice took advantage of a red light foul by Brandon Ennis of Pocomoke to take the win Trice ran a quick 7.947/83.16 on a 7.92 dial. This Friday night celebrate July 4 with some exciting Summit ET Point Series racing. Gates open at 3:30 p.m. with time runs at 4:30 p.m. and eliminations at 8 p.m.

Jamie Mills is once again in control of Delaware Big Blocks at U.S. 13 By Charlie Brown Jamie Mills of Milford came out on top of a good battle with his nephew, rookie Jordan Watson, and then held off defending point champion H.J. Bunting to post his third win of the season in the Pepsi sponsored 25-Lap NAPA Big Block Modified feature, Saturday night at the Delaware International Speedway. Tim Trimble of Easton posted his second win in the AC Delco Modifieds and Kevin McKinney got his first win of the year in the 10-Lap Modified Lite feature. Chad Clark led the first two laps of the NAPA Big Block feature before another rookie, Watson, took the top spot. Jamie Mills was on a mission from his seventh starting spot, taking third on lap two and immediately began working on Clark for second. Mills took second just as the first of only three cautions came out on lap five when Glenn Reed came to a stop. Mills locked into a good battle for the lead with his nephew, Watson, for the next three circuits before moving on top. At the halfway sign the top five were Mills, Watson, Clark, H.J. Bunting, and Scott VanGorder. Bunting got by Clark for third on lap 16. The yellow as out one lap later as Tim Millman, who was driving Jeff Brown’s backup car after he lost an engine in the heat, came to a stop in the fourth turn. On the restart Bunting took second down the front straight. The final yellow was out on lap 21 when Andy Hammond, who was making his first NAPA Big Block start, came to stop in the second turn. Mills again went to the top of the speedway and was able to maintain a three car length lead over Bunting to the checkered. It was the third win of the season for the driver of the Coulbourne Farms/Bicknell and increased he points lead in the division. Jordan Watson turned in a strong performance to finish in third with VanGorder fourth and Ricky Johnson fifth. Heats were won by Bunting and Mills. John Curtis led the first seven laps of

the AC Delco Modified feature with Tim Trimble and Bobby Watkins jockeying for second. Trimble took control of second on lap five and moved into the lead at the halfway sign. He was followed at this point by Curtis, Watkins, Joseph Tracey and Brad Trice. Watkins worked his was past Curtis for second but could not catch Trimble who posted his second win of the season in the Courtland Manor/Covey’s Car Care No. 21. Watkins finished in second with Tracey third. Fourth went to Trice and point leader Michael White came on strong to finish in fifth. White also set fast time in qualifying. Aaron Bada led the first two laps of the 15-lap Modified Lite main before spinning to bring out the yellow before lap three. Curt Miles, Jr. took over the top spot on the restart but on lap five, Kevin McKinney blasted into the lead. At the halfway point he was followed by Miles, Jr., Brandon Dennis, Kirk Miles, and Tim White. Dennis was on the climb and took second with five laps to go. The final yellow as out with two laps to go but McKinney was able to pull away on the restart to take the win in his Hovey Performance/Pro. Dennis finished in second with Curt Miles, Jr. third. Fourth went to Kirk Miles and Tim White, who set fast time in qualifying, finished in fifth. This Saturday night, July 5 will feature the five weekly division along with the Vintage Cars and the makeup Super Late Model feature from June 14. Gates open at 5 p.m. with hot laps at 7 p.m. General admission and pit admission prices will increase by two dollars for the remainder of the season.

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Star Sports Calendar

STAR TEAM OF THE WEEK- Shown ( l to r) is the Woodbridge eight year-old all-star baseball team, which competed in its first tournament last weekend in Laurel: Coach Shane Short, Trey Yoder, Corey Betts, Hunter Hardesty, Douglas Avery, Kejon Mosley, Jake Rogers, coach Kyle McCabe; front row- Gunner Short, Devon Perry, Tyler DeFord, Evan Gallo, and Dylan Rust. The team, which is the league’s first eight year-old team, will compete in upcoming travel ball tournaments in Delmar.

Send your team photo to the Seaford/Laurel Star at sports@mspublications.com to be a Star team of the week. Donald Lingo, Jr. gets first win in Delaware Late Models RESULTS: 20-Lap Pepsi Super Late Model Feature: 1. DONALD LINGO, JR.; 2. Ricky Elliott; 3. Staci Warrington; 4. Ray Davis Jr; 5. Ross Robinson; 6. Jon Callaway; 7. Trent Collins; 8. Bryan Driver; 9. Norman Short Jr; 10. David Hill; 11. Rick Whaley; 12. Kerry King; 13. Hal Browning; 14. Rob Schirmer; 15. Bob Geiger; 16. Erik McKinney; DNS: David Pettyjohn; Kevin Scott Jr. 15-Lap Pepsi Crate Model Feature: 1. HERB TUNIS; 2. Joe Warren; 3. Justin Breeding; 4. Mike Wilson; 5. Josh Millman; 6. Kelly Putz; 7. John Imler; 8. Nick Davis; 9. Barry Beauchamp; 10. Travis Justice; 11. Jeff Swartz; 12. Sparky White; 13. Kevin Witcher; 14. Chris Jestice; 15. Tyler Reed; 16. Eddie Williams’ 17. Ryan Chism; 18. Clint Chalabala; 19. Bunky White; 20. Skip Syester; 21. Michael Wilkins; DNS: Mike Williams.

District III Pat Knight Invitational tournaments are set The Delaware District III Pat Knight Invitational tournaments will take place on the following dates (Western Sussex games only): Minor League softball (at Rehoboth)- July 12- Millsboro vs. Laurel, 6 p.m. Nanticoke vs. Rehoboth, 8 p.m.; July 14- Laurel vs. Rehoboth, 6 p.m., Millsboro vs. Nanticoke, 8 p.m.; July 15- Laurel vs. Nanticoke, 8 p.m.; July 17- second place at first place, doubleheader if necessary Minor League baseball (at Seaford)- July 12- Laurel vs. Lewes, 6 p.m., Nanticoke vs. Rehoboth, 6 p.m., Woodbridge vs. Georgetown, 8 p.m.; July 14- Laurel vs. Millsboro, 8 p.m., Rehoboth vs. Woodbridge, 6 p.m., Nanticoke vs. Georgetown, 8 p.m.; July 15- Laurel vs. Georgetown, 8 p.m., Woodbridge vs. Lewes, 6 p.m., Nanticoke vs. Millsboro, 8 p.m.; July 16- Laurel vs. Rehoboth, 6 p.m., Nanticoke vs. Lewes, 6 p.m., Woodbridge vs. Millsboro, 8 p.m.; July 17- Laurel vs. Lower Sussex, 6 p.m.; Nanticoke vs. Woodbridge, 8 p.m.; July 18- Nanticoke vs. Lower Sussex, 6 p.m., Laurel vs. Woodbridge, 8 p.m.; July 21- Laurel vs. Nanticoke, 6 p.m., Woodbridge vs. Lower Sussex, 6 p.m.; July 22- championship, 6 p.m. Major League softball (at Georgetown)- July 12- Nanticoke vs. Millsboro/Georgetown, 6 p.m.; July 14- Nanticoke vs. Millsboro/Georgetown, 6 p.m.; July 15- Nanticoke vs. Georgetown/Millsboro (if necessary), 6 p.m. Major League baseball (at Millsboro)- July 12- Nanticoke vs. Rehoboth, 6 p.m., Laurel vs. Georgetown, 6 p.m.; July 14- Laurel vs. Millsboro, 8 p.m., Woodbridge vs. Rehoboth, 6 p.m.; July 15- Woodbridge vs. Georgetown, 6 p.m., Nanticoke vs. Millsboro, 6 p.m.; July 16- Woodbridge vs. Millsboro, 6 p.m., Nanticoke vs. Georgetown, 8 p.m., Laurel vs. Rehoboth, 6 p.m.; July 17- Laurel vs. Georgetown, 6 p.m., Nanticoke vs. Woodbridge, 8 p.m.; July 18- Laurel vs. Woodbridge, 8 p.m., Nanticoke vs. Lower Sussex, 6 p.m.; July 19- Laurel vs. Nanticoke, 6 p.m., Woodbridge vs. Lower Sussex, 6 p.m.; July 21- championship, 6 p.m. Junior League baseball (at Georgetown)- July 14- Nanticoke vs. Cape, 6 p.m.; July 15- Nanticoke vs. Millsboro/Georgetown, 6 p.m.; July 16- second place at first place (doubleheader if necessary), 6 p.m.

July- Soccer Sessions Camp to take place July 14-18- The 17th Annual Soccer Sessions Camp will be held at Seaford High School July 14-18. The camp is open to players ages six through 14 and runs daily from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. The camp’s directors are Tim Lee (Seaford High varsity coach) and Gerry DiBartolo (Salisbury University men’s coach). They will be assisted by current college players to provide excellent technical training in a positive and fun atmosphere. To find out more about the camp, go to www.soccersessionscamps.com or call Coach Lee at 302-629-5465. Seaford Department of Recreation to hold a football clinic- The Seaford Department of Recreation will hold a football clinic July 31- August 2 from 5-8 p.m. The clinic is open to children ages 7-13 at a cost of $20. This is a non-contact clinic that will focus on the fundamentals and basic skills of football. It will be instructed by Darnell Savage and other recreation football coaches. Sussex basketball camp promotes healthy lifestyles- The Sussex County Youth and Sports Camp will sponsor a week long “Back to the Basics” basketball camp for ages 714 July 21-25. The camp will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sussex Tech High School. The cost is $90 per camper for the week. The camp philosophy is to teach the fundamentals of basketball in a fun way. In addition, the camp will provide workshops on nutrition, fitness, teen education, 5-2-1 almost none healthy lifestyles, and self esteem. Campers will be given two camp t-shirts, a morning snack and noon lunch, and an individual onsite assessment provided by their camp coach. After having 46 campers last year, this year’s camp expects to expand to 65 campers. The camp will again utilize local high school stars as camp coaches and counselors as well as Woodbridge head coach Damon Ayers. The Sussex County Youth and Sports Camp program is a collaboration between Nemours Health and Prevention Services, Sussex County AIDS Council, First State Community Action, and Delaware Physicians Care. To register for the camp contact Sandi Hagans at 302-856-7761, ext. 115. Fall- NYSA Fall signups start July 5- NYSA Fall soccer signups will take place at the NYSA shed. The cost is $35 for the first child, $20 for the second, and $10 for each additional child. Please make sure to come to at least one of the signups. Signups will take place on July 5 from 10 a.m. to noon; July 8 from 6 to 8 p.m.; July 12 from 10 a.m. to noon; and July 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. The Fall season starts September 7. If you have any questions call 629-3530 Sussex County Sports Foundation fall ball program registrations open- The Sussex County Sports Foundation will be hosting its second annual ball ball baseball and softball program in Laurel. The league will accept teams such as Little League and travel ball teams. Players must be associated with a team and teams can be formed for this purpose. Double header games will be played every Sunday. Each team will get 10 games and championship games will be played. Games will be played at the Laurel Little League complex. All registrations and payments must be submitted by August 15. Please note you will be playing the ‘09 season age. For more information please visit the league’s website at www.sussexcountysportsfoundation.com or call 302-644-7777. Upward Soccer League Fall signups- Sign up now for the Upward Soccer Sept.Oct. 2008 season. The league, is open to boys and girls ages 6-11, and allows every child to play, learn, and be a winner. The cost for early registration (by Aug. 5) is $50 with family discounts available. Players receive the following: Upward reversible jersey, Upward water bottle, Upward soccer socks, and end of season award and celebration, and equal playing time every game. Forms can be picked up at the Laurel Wesleyan church office at 30186 Seaford Road in Laurel Monday-Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sunday mornings. All practices and games will be at Laurel Wesleyan church. For more information call 302-8755380.

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A view from the cheap seats By Mike McClure, Star Sports Editor

The Laurel 9-10 year old all-star baseball team holds up the District III banner after defeating Millsboro in the championship game on Tuesday, July 1. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel all-stars rally to win District III title By Mike McClure Early in Tuesday’s District III Minor League baseball championship the momentum did not seem to be in Laurel’s favor. Millsboro, which beat Rehoboth in loser’s bracket play on Sunday and defeated Laurel on Monday to force a deciding game, held a 3-0 lead through two innings of play on Tuesday. But the never say die Bulldogs rallied to win the game, 6-3, and give Laurel its second district title in as many tournaments. Millsboro scored two runs in the first inning and added one in the second for a 3-0 lead. In the bottom of the second, Cade Pusey drew a leadoff walk but three nice plays in the field left him on base. R.J. Horsey was robbed of a hit on a diving grab by the shortstop and pitcher Austin Littleton made a pair of plays on come backers to throw out Jimmy Miller and Justin Hill at first. Millsboro’s Jared Jenson walked to lead off the third and Laurel brought in southpaw Trent Hearn in relief of Hill. Hearn retired the next three batters to keep Millsboro off the board. In the bottom of the inning, Timuan Williams singled to right field but was thrown out trying to stretch it into a double. Hearn singled up the middle, went to

second on a wild pitch, and moved to third on a groundout by Christian Murphy. Tim Kelley was hit by a pitch and Tim Wootten drove in Hearn with an infield single down the third base line. The runners moved into scoring position on a wild pitch before coming home on a wild pitch and a passed ball (3-3). Hunter Parsons hit a two-out single in the top of the fourth, but Hearn forced a pop out to end the inning. In the bottom of the fourth, R.J. Horsey reached on a bunt single and moved to second on a throwing error before taking third on a wild pitch. Tim Chandler made it to first on a bunt single to put runners on the corners. Hill reached first on an error, scoring Horsey and Chandler came home on a passed ball to make it 5-3. Despite allowing a leadoff single, Hearn struck out a pair and continued to keep Millsboro from scoring in the fifth. Laurel added an insurance run in the bottom of the inning as Kelley walked, Wootten reached on an error, and the two runners advanced on a delayed double steal. Horsey delivered a sac bunt to plate Kelley to make it 6-3. Hearn and the Laurel defense retired Millsboro in order in the sixth and final inning to earn the 6-3 win and the district title. Laurel lefty Trent Hearn delivers a pitch during his team’s win in the District III Minor League baseball championship on Tuesday. Hearn hurled four s h u t o u t innings to pick up the win in relief. Photo by Mike McClure

Two local champs- The local teams are off to a running start in the District III all-star tournament season. Laurel Little League claimed the title in both Minor League softball and Minor League baseball. The softball team may start a trend, with a lucky goose on hand at the games. The Woodbridge softball team made a valiant effort, defeating Laurel on Sunday to force a final championship game, and should be applauded for a great run in the tournament. Like the Woodbridge softball team, the Laurel baseball team came back from adversity, a loss on Monday and an early deficit in the championship. It was a total team effort. Win or lose, that never quit attitude will come in handy later on in life. Unlike the other age groups, the 9-10 year olds do not go on to states, etc. Teams from Major League up that win the District III title will move on to the state tournaments for a chance to advance to regionals and beyond. The District III Major League softball tournament begins this weekend with winner’s bracket play taking place in Greenwood. Favorite parks- The Major League baseball tournament’s winner’s bracket games took place at the Lewes Little League complex. This is one of my favorite local little league fields (not

counting the Western Sussex fields which I frequent) mainly because it is on the water. I don’t enjoy driving to the beach area on summer weekends and I’m not sure what the field conditions are like, but I like the atmosphere. I enjoy going to Milton to cover an occasional game, although the fields are a little out of the way. Of course, I can never make a trip to or from Milton without getting lost. When I worked at another newspaper I made frequent trips to the Millsboro, Georgetown, and Lower Sussex Little League complexes and I enjoy going back to those places as well. Swimming results- The Seaford Golf and Country Club and the Seaford Swim Association teams were scheduled to square off on Monday night. I’m assuming that meet was called off due to the storm that passed through. We’d like to cover some of these meets but there are a couple things we need: schedules and weekly results sent to us. In the meantime, we will run any photos that are sent to us from the meets. To quote the immortal Forrest Gump, “That’s all I’m going to say about that.” Quick hits- I want to welcome Lynn Schofer to our sports team. Lynn will be helping out with local sports coverage, joining myself and David Elliot. Also, thanks to Doug Worster for his help. REAL ESTATE RENTALS INSURANCE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

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Health

State issues new fish consumption advisories The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control and the Department of Health and Social Service’s Division of Public Health have issued fish consumption advisories for fish caught in Delaware waterways that reflect long-term environmental improvements in two tributaries and a pond, and a problem with contamination from an insecticide in another tributary that has enlarged the advisory area. Fishing is a popular activity in Delaware and many people eat their catch. Although eating fish in moderation as part of a healthy diet may provide health benefits, fish can absorb contaminants from the water and the food they eat and chemicals may build up over time in fish tissues even with extremely small amounts of chemicals in the water. The amount of contaminants in fish depends on the species, size, age, sex and feeding area of the fish. Chemicals, such as polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), mercury, and dioxin in fish are a health risk for people who regularly consume their catch. This year’s revisions include less restrictive advisories for the Red Clay Creek and non-tidal Brandywine Creek due to falling levels of PCBs and other contaminants. The advice for both these waterways has been loosened from no more than two meals per year for all finfish to no more than six meals per year. The existing advisory for Becks Pond has been eliminated due to falling levels of mercury and PCBs, although the statewide advisory of one meal per week remains. The geographical coverage of the Shellpot Creek advisory was extended to include all waters upstream of Governor Printz Boulevard after sampling revealed Dieldrin, an insecticide formerly used to control termites, was detected in fairly high concentrations in fish from the non-tidal Shellpot Creek. The advice for all finfish upstream of Governor Printz Boulevard is to eat no more than one meal per year, while the advice downstream of Governor Printz Boulevard is to eat none. The complete fish consumption advisories chart with meal advice for fish caught in Delaware waterways and information on the monitoring program can be found online at www. fw.delaware.gov/Fisheries/Pages/ Advisories.aspx. Although the most recent testing revealed that contami-

nant levels in fish have dropped sufficiently to allow a loosening of several advisories, the testing also revealed that concentrations in the fish remain elevated in the tidal, historically industrial, reaches of the Christina River, Brandywine Creek, and lower Shellpot Creek. The consumption advice there remains ‘Do Not Eat.’ DNREC and EPA continue to clean up contaminated sites in that area with the expectation that conditions will improve over time. In addition to the specific advisories mentioned above, DNREC and DHSS reminds the public of the general statewide fish consumption advisory first issued in 2007 - eat no more than one meal per week of any fish caught in Delaware’s fresh, estuarine and marine waters. This advisory applies to all waters and fish species not otherwise explicitly covered by an advisory. One meal is defined as an eight-ounce serving for adults and as a three-ounce serving for children. The statewide general advisory is consistent with a national advisory issued by the EPA and FDA, and with general advice given by many states throughout the country. People who choose to eat species under advisories can take steps to reduce exposure. Contaminants tend to concentrate in the fatty tissue, so proper cleaning and cooking techniques can significantly reduce levels of PCBs, dioxins, chlorinated pesticides and other organic chemicals. Larger fish of a given species will likely have higher concentrations. To reduce these chemical contaminants: • Remove all skin. • Slice off fat belly meat along the bottom of the fish. • Cut away any fat above the fish’s backbone. • Cut away the V-shaped wedge of fat along the lateral line on each side of the fish. • Bake or broil trimmed fish on a rack or grill so some of the remaining fat drips away. • Discard any drippings. Do not eat them or use them for cooking other foods. Note that these techniques will not reduce or remove unsafe levels of mercury from fish. The Department of Health and Social Services’ Division of Public Health also posts fish advisory signs along

waterways with consumption advisories. The 2008 Fish Smart, Eat Smart brochure lists the consumption advisories and provides recommendations on

ways consumers can reduce chemical contaminants from fish and will be available by July 15. To request a brochure, contact DNREC’s Public Affairs Office, 302-739-9902.

For information on fish consumption advisories and fish purchased from seafood retailers, visit www.epa.gov/ost/fish or www.cfsan.fda.gov/seafood1. html.

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Health Briefs Alzheimer’s holds free training

The Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter sponsors The Family Caregiver Education Series four times a year in each of Delaware’s three counties. Milford Center Genesis Healthcare at 700 Marvel Road in Milford will host the training on Aug. 1 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This program includes a medical overview, legal and financial issues, challenging symptoms, daily care issues and information on getting the help you need. This training for family caregivers is free and lunch will be provided by Milford Center, therefore pre-registration is required by July 23. For more information or to register, call Jamie Magee, branch office coordinator, at 302-854-9788.

Dr. Darkwa’s office relocates

Dr. Nana Yaw Darkwa has relocated to a new family practice office located at 1505 Bridgeville Highway, Seaford. He is currently accepting new patients, ages 10 to geriatrics. The office can be reached at 628-8324. Dr. Darkwa received his medical degree from the University of Ghana Medical School in KorleBu, Ghana and completed his family practice residency at Saint Francis Hospital in Wilmington. Dr. Darkwa Nanticoke Memorial now has over 90 members on its active medical staff, representing 35 specialties. To find out more, call Nanticoke’s Physician Referral Services at 877-NHS-4DOCS.

Doctors named to ‘best of’ list

“If you or a loved one needed a doctor in your specialty, to whom would you refer them?” This question was asked to 50,000 specialists from more than 30 countries around the world. Only those physicians who earned the consensus support of their peers were included in the listing of the Best Doctors in America. This year, 153 Nemours physicians (85 from the Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children and 68 from Nemours Children’s Clinic - Florida) have been selected for inclusion in Best Doctors in America database 2007-2008. The current listing of the Best Doctors in America physicians, is the result of continual surveys undertaken by Best Doctors, Inc., the preeminent provider of

information about the best medical care available. For a complete listing of Nemours physicians named in the list, by location, visit http://www.nemours.org/mediaroom/ news/2008/06/26/best-doctor.html.

Nanticoke offers brachytherapy

The treatment options for prostate cancer patients have expanded at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital (NMH) to include brachytherapy - a form of radiation therapy in which tiny radioactive seeds are implanted directly into the prostate to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. Unlike external beam therapy techniques that are directed to the tumor from the outside of the body to the inside, requiring the radiation to go through normal tissue to reach the prostate deep inside the body, brachytherapy places a radioactive material directly inside the body. Using ultrasound to get a clear view of the prostate, physicians implant tiny radioactive seeds (about the size of a grain of rice) directly into the prostate. The proximity of the radiation to the cancer cells allows the radiation to inundate the cancer cells, while exposing nearby organs and tissue to only small amounts of radiation. Although the implant technique is not new, recent advances in imaging technology have made it more effective, and results have shown that brachytherapy is extremely effective in controlling prostate cancer and has the same results as surgery or external radiation for appropriately selected low-risk prostate cancer patients. The addition of brachytherapy to Nanticoke’s oncology treatment services means that patients can stay close to home for treatment. For more information, call 1-877-NHS-4Docs.

Nemours presents kids health fair

Kids can learn how to live healthy lives on Tuesday, July 22 at the Nemours Health and Prevention Services’ Healthy Kids Day Health Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the fairgrounds in Harrington, in the Delaware Electric Cooperative’s free entertainment tent located near the Midway entrance. With 23 vendors, this event covers physical activity, nutrition, disease prevention, immunizations, cancer prevention and early detection, and injury prevention. Original members of the Titans football team (they inspired Disney’s “Remember the Titans” movie) will visit at 9:30 a.m. and offer a 10 a.m. autograph session;

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Miss Delaware follows at noon, and Grover from Sesame Street will appear at 1:30 p.m. There will also be cup stacking demonstrations at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Nemours Health and Prevention Services is promoting its “5-2-1 and Almost None” campaign. Librarians from the Delaware Academy of Medicine’s will answer visitors’ healthrelated questions. Parents can receive information from the Child Development Watch program about childhood developmental stages and the Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence will provide information. Visitors will receive giveaways and complimentary information about immunizations, safe drinking water, preventing lead exposure, healthy homes and the necessity of safe food and beverages. The Office of Public Safety will show adults how to correctly use booster seats. Kids can play musical chairs or enjoy the speed cup stacking demonstration. For information about the Delaware State Fair’s other events, visit www.delawarestatefair.com.

Stroke support group

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital will offer free monthly Stroke Support Group meetings designed for individuals who have survived a stroke and their families and caregivers. Meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at Nanticoke Cancer Care Center, from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. The meetings will consist of guest speakers and breakaway sessions, in which caregivers and survivors will meet in two groups to discuss concerns, provide support and networking. Refreshments will be provided. Sheila Brant and Joan Burditt, occupational therapists at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, will facilitate the support group meetings. Pre-registration not required. For more information, call 629-6611, ext. 5121.

Oncology symposium planned

The Sixth Annual Seaside Oncology Symposium will take place Saturday, Oct. 11, at the Boardwalk Plaza Hotel in Rehoboth Beach. The Tunnell Cancer Center and the Medical Society of Delaware sponsor this annual, half-day symposium to update participants on the diagnosis and management of cancer. It is designed for physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals. The conference, which begins at 7:30

a.m. and ends with lunch at 1 p.m., is planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint-sponsorship of the Medical Society of Delaware and Beebe Medical Center. The Seaside Oncology Symposium is supported by unrestricted educational grants from various pharmaceutical companies and programs. Details regarding this year’s topics and speakers will be available soon. Hotel reservations may be made directly with the Boardwalk Plaza at 800-332-3224.

Weight Loss Surgery Support

The Western New Life WLS Support Group will be having its monthly meeting on July 17. We meet at Trinity United Methodist Church, 17249 Phillips Hill Road, Laurel. We meet each third Thursday of the month. Everyone who has had, or is thinking about, having weight loss surgery is welcome. The theme of the July 17 meeting is craft night - we’ll be making new bracelets for our medical IDs. Group Leaders: Jennifer Rosen (jrosen87@comcast.net) and Heather O’Connor (meannevil2@yahoo.com)

Depression support group

The Mental health Association in Delaware will be sponsoring a Depression Support Group in Laurel on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month. The meetings begin at 7 p.m. The MHA encourages anyone dealing with a depressive disorder to attend. Register in advance by calling 1-800-287-6423. Peer support groups sponsored by Mental Health Association of Delaware are not intended to replace professional mental health treatment. MHA does not publish support group locations; locations are provided with registration.

Caregiver support group

Join our monthly support group at the Cheer community center, the second Monday of each month at 11 a.m., 854-9500.This support group is for you, whether you are a new caregiver or have been taking care of a loved one for years. We are turning the “Fearless Caregiver” book into a guide for our support group. Each month a chapter will be discussed, concerns shared and support given.

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Health Recycling now a little easier in Sussex By Dr. Anthony Policastro

Most health related items are of a personal nature. However, some of them affect the general population. A good example of this is immunizations. They make diseases disappear so no one can get them. Another example of this is working toward preventing increased global warming. Very few of us will see the long-term adverse effects of global warming personally. We read about it. We know it will affect generations to come. That does not mean we should not do something about it now for those generations. A related topic is recycling. There are many advantages to recycling. We should all be mindful of the long-term positive effects of such a practice. In many parts of our country recycling is part of the normal routine. The expectation is that it will be done. The trash pickup automatically includes regular trash and recycled trash. In Sussex County, it is a little more difficult. In most cases, it involves saving

the recyclables at home and then taking them all to a recycling center. Recently, we have had the advent of single stream recycling. What happens in this instance is that you receive a dumpster from the government. You collect all of your recyclable materials in one bag and put it in the dumpster. Pickup is once every two weeks. Since I have started doing this, I find that about 50% of what I throw out belongs in the recycling bin. That is especially true with paper. We have newspapers. We have magazines. We have junk mail. All of that can be recycled. This makes it a lot easier to do. It also will help improve the long-term health of our future generations. The one catch to this is that it costs $6 per month. The payment is done by credit card once every six months. With the current cost of gas, that is about 1.5 gallons of gas per month. If you think about taking trips to the recycling center now, you probably spend that much on the gas to get there and back. In addition, you have the hassle of storing the materials. You also have to put them into your vehicle to get them

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Snapshots

of the past

Sam Dormans Store at Trussum Pond circa 1939. The building still stands and was used for a Jack Lewis Painting years ago. Courtesy of Kendal Jones.

Seasoned fans - Janet Lee, left 80, and Mildred Windsor, 96, have 176 years of baseball knowledge between them. Here they enjoy great grandchildren play ball at Little League Field. Photo by Pat Murphy.

Global Friendships - Staci Hearne, center, joins Romina Scorza and Barja Bartoone from Spain, who are here in the U.S. for a month as part of Global Friendships program as they watch 9-10 year-old girls’ All Stars play. Photo by Mike McClure.

Laurel High releases honor roll

Music in the park - Tony Windsor performs for the Laurel Senior Center at the Market Street Park in Laurel on June 20.

The following students were named to the honor roll at Laurel High School for the fourth quarter. 9th grade Raymond Abrams, Laurelyn Michelle Auer, Fred Butler, Dayanara CasianoIriary, Lindsay Dolby, Matthew Duryea, Torrey Edwards, Katina Espenlaub, Cheyenne Fleetwood, Tyler Givans, Elizabeth Hamilton, Taylor Neeley, Brandon Niblett, Mara Pusey, Johanna Ray–all A’s, Tyler Reed, Brian Rodriguez, and Douglas Santos 10th grade Adam Bennett, Ryan Boyce–all A’s, Jenna Cahall, Sherloune Charleron, Meagan Colston, Amber Cooper, Christopher Cutsail–all A’s, Brooke Evans, Chase Gordy, Eric Hastings, Marco Hernandez, Lauren Hitch, Anmol Hundel, Alexis Hunt, Roosevelt Joinvil, Da Young Kang, Nicole Koesters, Sammantha Krum, Kelcie Mahr, Kayla Miller, JaVona Mitchell, Jeessica Moore, Alexis Oliphant, Kelsey Oliphant, Taylor Oliphant–all A’s, Christopher Purnell–all A’s, Daniel Rubino, Alex Rushing–all A’s, Robert Short, Ashley Sisk, Tyler Sparrow, Sierra Spicer–all A’s, John, Travis, Brandon Thompson– all A’s, Uzma Uddin, Fritzneider Ulysse,

Gilberto Vazquez, Mark Walls–all A’s, Ronshae Wescott–all A’s, Kyle West, Devin Windsor, Dylan Windsor, and Ryne Wood 11th grade David Albert, David Bell, Ashlee Brittingham, Kyle Brown, Sara Burke, Jennifer Byler, Anaika Casimir, Ashley Cheeseman–all A’s, Britney Clark, Shelby Davis, Aaron Givens, Brandon Hearne, Katie Herscher–all A’s, Josh Kosiorowski, Farah Lalani, Quinten Langley, Twila McCrea, Alexander Moore, Gaven Parker, Brandon Phulesar, James Ruhl, and Tyler Whitney–all A’s 12th grade Frederick Applegate, Gulsedef Arslan, Charmaine Banks, Ryan Bardowski, David Bartee, Elaine Best, Ashley Bolt, Cody Bristow–all A’s, Tremayne Collick–all A’s, Apryl Collins, Lindsay Downes–all A’s, Alexander Drown, Steven Dyson–all A’s, Nelson Egger, Chelsea Espenlaub, Amanda Evans, Rodney Grant, Aleasha Henry, Brandon Horsey, Keith Koyanagi–all A’s, Brittany Milton, Jessisca Mintz, Jose Sanchez, Michale Smith, Kristina Thompson–all A’s, LJ Watts-all A’s, and Anthony Zarrello

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On Independence Day, thank Doing the Towns Together those who fight for freedom LAUREL AND DELMAR SOCIALS Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Those are the three major principles that were the basis for the founding of this nation of ours all those years ago. Our forefathers came to this country, sailing for days on ships that were hazardous, under primitive conditions, but feeling strongly that they would have a VIRGINIA ‘MIKE’ BARTON better life once they reached the shores of this unknown country. This nation of ours was founded upon Our forefathers founded this nation under these extremely unpleasant conditions, those principles, and the basic reasoning but were filled with the certain knowledge that all men, regardless of race, color or that they were following the proper course creed, are entitled to live in decent homes, and that they would be guaranteed a better receive an education, be given the opportunity to go to work every day so that they life. could provide the necessities of life for These men and women were willing to face the unknown because they were filled their family. Those who served in the armed forces with the faith that there was a better life did so through the years, and do so today, ahead. so that the rest of us can enjoy a decent In 1776, offspring of the early settlers life, can go to bed at night without the fear fought for independence and founded the nation we know today as the United States that someone will break into our home and cause bodily harm or damage our of America. Life has changed considerably since the property. Freedom, and all that it comprises, is first Fourth of July celebration of the indesomething that far too many of us take for pendent nation that was founded. But the granted. Most of us live in a life whereby principles remain the same. we haven’t a clue as to what it is to be More than 200 years later we still have young men and women going off to battle, hungry, without proper clothing, or without a place of our own to rest our head at to battles that will night. The list is endensure that freedom and justice will preFreedom, and all that it comprises, less of the everyday joys we take for vail and should be is something that far too many of granted. the right of all men us take for granted. On the Fourth of and women. July we will celeOur nation has brate the birthday of this United States of witnessed thousands of men, and women, America, a nation we are each a part of. too, who have been a part of the Armed On July 3, the town of Laurel will Forces and given their lives in defense of sponsor the annual holiday parade through the principles we believe in. These young town, along with many holiday special people believed that it was their duty to events. Each of us have the freedom to atserve this nation of ours, defending tend these events, or the freedom to sit at against an enemy that would rob them of home and watch television or sit in our facertain inalienable rights. They fought for freedom in Europe, the vorite chair and gripe about what is wrong with our nation, our government, our town islands of the Pacific, in Vietnam, Korea, council, our state legislature, our neighGermany, Poland, France, Tunisia, bors, or anything else that comes to our Afghanistan, Iraq, and many other places mind. some of us knew about only by reading This fourth of July let’s not forget to our geography and history books. thank those veterans who have provided They were willing to risk their lives, us with our freedom, and say a prayer for and give of their lives, so that the rest of those who serve throughout the world enus could enjoy those rights to life, liberty suring freedom. and the pursuit of happiness.

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Following the Sunday service at Centenary U.M. Church, the parishioners hosted a covered-dish luncheon for the Rev. John VanTine and Ginny as they will be leaving their Laurel “flock” to resume pastoral duties at the Wesleyan Church, Georgetown. The Red Hat Group of Bonnets and Boas last week traveled to the new Chinese buffet restaurant in Seaford. Shirley and Dick Roby, formerly of Laurel, now residing in Georgetown, Texas, have returned to this area to renew acquaintances and visit old friends. They plan to be around until August. Members of the Laurel School class of 1950 meet twice a year for a kind of minireunion and on Saturday, June 21, they had dinner at the Georgia House. They will get together again on Oct.4. The Laurel Red Hat Chatter Hatters tell me they enjoyed a great lunch with their group last Friday at the Georgia House. Cory Atkins is hitting the long road west with a group of harvesters. He flew from here to Kansas, picked up equipment and went to Texas where he and his group harvested 31,000 acres of wheat in three weeks. From Texas on to Oklahoma and last week when he contacted his mother, Melanie, he was heading for Colorado. Frank and Carolyn Calio returned recently from a week’s vacation at Ocean Pines and upon returning did some entertaining and celebrating. Son, Dominic, and family were here from Virginia and they all celebrated Lewis Calio’s 9th birthday. Lewis is Chris’ son. While here, Dominic’s son, Chase, who became 5 years old, was also hosted to a party, cake, favors and all the trimmings. Notes from Delmar this week include a recent visit of Becky Brittingham to see her daughter, Kim Lane, and family in Wynantskill, N.Y. The Red Hat Belles of Delmar on Tuesday, July 1, came up to Laurel to lunch at

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I would like to extend my appreciation to family and friends for prayers, cards, flowers, phone calls, food, visits, while my stay in PRMC and at home! A special thank you to Pastor Ken Deusa also to the doctors, nurses and the heart surgery team. Your kindness and caring meant so much to me. I will always be grateful. George A. Fleetwood

the Georgia House with their hostess, Diana Dean. The ladies of the Delmar New Century Club ended their current season by planting flowers around the caboose at the railroad site in town. Happy belated anniversary wishes to Darrell and Charlene Meade who celebrated their 28 years as a couple on June 28. Happy birthday to Catherine “Kate” Davis on July 5, with love from MomMom. Kate will be 7 on that day. Special birthday wishes with love and many prayers to Hanna M. Collins on July 10 from husband, Lee Collins, Mom-Mom Della and Aunt Betsy Moore and here’s wishing for many more to come. Happy birthday to Matt Trivits on his 14th, July 6, with all kinds of best wishes from “me.” Happy July birthday wishes to: Glen Evans, William Sommers, Richard Stone and Betty Wilkins on July 4; Clara Whaley, July 5; Mary Boyce, George Campbell and Anne Lewis, July 6; and Kenneth Callaway, July 10. I was saddened to hear of the passing of a long time Laurel resident, Frances Bennett, who at the time of her death was residing in Pennsylvania with her daughter. I attended many parties that Frances and her husband catered and she made the best biscuits that I have ever eaten. Her service was on Tuesday, July 1. We express our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of “Howard E. “Bud” Pinder, Teresa C. Littleton, Mary “Cookie” Moore and Frances Bennett. We continue with prayers for our servicemen and servicewomen and for our friends who are ill: John Benson, Matthew Littleton, David Phillips, Will Stacy, Martha Windsor, Irma Ellis, Harriett and Pete MacVeigh, Herman Cubbage, David Phillips, Jean Henry, Steve Trivits, Jean Foskey, Donald Layton Sr., Norman Sullivan, Alvin Lutz, Patrick Starr, Hattie Puckham, Donald Layton Sr. and Robert D. Whaley.

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Opinion Editorial Events promote community spirit In this age of global politics, when our food comes from China and our clothes come from island nations in the South Pacific, it is refreshing to have something local, something homegrown, to remind us that we are part of a small community. Such are the area festivals that we have to look forward to over the next two weekends. For the 14th year, Laurel will celebrate Independence Day (this Thursday and Friday). And the next weekend, Seaford will honor the Nanticoke River and the town’s heritage as a river town with the 14th annual Riverfest (July 10 - 12). Each event has its silly side. In Laurel, festival-goers will be able to join in eating contests, devouring as many hot dogs or pies as they can. They will also be able to watch as the leaders of area towns prove their manliness — and yes, all are men — on the seed-spitting court. At Riverfest, the adventurous will be invited to take to their seaworthy crafts and float down the Nanticoke. In addition, there will be a Nanticoke Survivor Challenge, modeled on the television show “Survivor.” Teams will compete in a mini obstacle course, the Maze Race and games such as Three Squares, Puzzle Race and Rock/Slide. All perhaps, a good way for the hot dog and pie eaters from the weekend before to work off all those calories. On the serious side, both celebrations are clear statements about the value of community. Both are free-flowing festivals, with plenty of music, food and fun. And, unlike the recent Italian Festival in Wilmington, at which for the first year organizers put a fence around the fairgrounds and charged admission, ruining for many the spirit of the occasion, the July 4th celebration and Riverfest are free and open to the public who can come and go as they please. We congratulate the communities of Laurel and Seaford and the organizers of both the July 4th celebration and Riverfest. They have worked long and hard, in both cases for nearly a year, to make sure that the events go smoothly and that all who visit have a good time. And we encourage all to participate. Democracy itself was born at community gatherings. While probably nothing that grand will come from two local festivals, if we all get to know our neighbors and our communities a little better, we will all be better off.

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Brother needs encouragement following tragic diving accident Living in Laurel my UEST whole life, I know how OLUMN supportive we are of each other and also how news spreads like wildfire. Because I know everyone in our community is concerned and wants to support my brother, I want to be the one to explain what happened and let everyone know what they can do to help. On early Sunday morning, June 22, 2008, my brother, John Benson, 20, dove into an inground pool at the area where the bottom slopes into the deep end. Somehow, he misjudged the depth and his face hit the bottom of the pool. His body went limp and he was pulled out by his friend, while being completely coherent and conscious the entire time. He was airlifted to Christiana, where he spent three days. He had surgery to stabilize. However, during the accident his spinal cord was severely damaged, so the doctors say his chances are low to feel below his nipple line again. He is currently at Magee Rehabilitation center in Philadelphia. He is trying to regain fine motor function of his fingers. The only movement he has is in his shoulders and arms. My brother is my hero. Anyone who knows him knows he is an active young man. He works for Perdue as a flock supervisor, and is devoted to his job because he loves every second of it. He also loves to water ski, hunt, 4-wheel, and be outside with his friends. John is also known for being dependable. He helps people when they need it and they can count on him to always do it right. When a person is put in a difficult situation, his character is revealed and my brother is showing everyone he is strong and determined. He is my inspiration, as

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From left are John O. Benson Jr. (dad), Shari Benson, Georgie Benson (mom), and John H. Benson. This was taken at Shari’s graduation at Gardner-Webb University on May 10, 2008.

well as an inspiration to many others. I cannot go back in time and change things, nor can I take his place, as I would in a heartbeat. However, I can do everything in my power to make this easier for him. John needs to be overwhelmed with support and positive words. In order to have the motivation to conquer something this big, he needs to know everyone else believes he will walk again. I realize driving to Philadelphia is difficult for many people, so in order for you to show your support, you can send cards to him at: Magee Rehabilitation Center John Benson 6 Franklin Plaza Room 560-1 Philadelphia, PA 19102 The more cards and positive words he receives, the more moti-

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vation he will have to persevere through the most difficult challenge in his life thus far. Also, his 21st birthday is July 29 and I know the last place he wants to be is rehab, so please help make it a positive experience and happy day. I want to thank everyone for their overwhelming support. It means the world to our family. The last week has showed me and my family that I have grown up in an amazing community filled with the most compassionate people I know. Please continue to pray for John. Our hope lies in our faith. Shari Benson Louisiana

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How far do we go to forsake possessions? Just like every other week, my husband and I read Todd Crofford’s column with interest. We were both very pleased to see that he stresses the importance of people over possessions. “If I need to climb over someone, disregard someone, or cheat someone in order to get my possession, then my values are upside-down,” he states. We were disappointed, however, that he did not follow that thought through to its necessary end. Do we not climb over Jem Lumber and Layton’s Hardware when we frequent the superstores? Do we not disregard our neighbors when we drill our own wells or haphazardly develop our own land? Do we not cheat the lowly-paid workers when we feed into the culture of commercialism? If you continue on this path of inquiry, you will be confronted with very painful choices: Do I buy this sweatshop-made shirt or go without? Do I pollute other people’s environments or do I walk instead of drive? Do I support my local farmers or buy cheaper food? Do I eat more than I need to or donate food to the hungry? It is important, as Rev. Crofford says, not to be slaves to our possessions, but it is equally important to make sure that other people aren’t slaves to them, either. Laura Parks St. Paul, MN, formerly of Seaford

Here are some lessons for Laura

I want to thank Laura Rogers, Star Staff June 26, 2008, for her history lesson on the Continental Congress and the First Amendment granting free speech. I just don’t see the connection between free speech and political donations. Using your scenario, let’s say I’m a millionaire with an agenda. If two people are running for office in Delaware and I know candidate A is unfit for office, but I know he can be bought and I spend my money getting him elected, so now I have my man in office doing my bidding. To me that is a lot worse than having a good man get in by his own merits. If you want to fight for free speech, then help fight for our kids to be able to pray or mention Jesus in school. They can wear their “Pot” tee shirts and beat up the teachers, but can’t pray. Help fight against the killing of innocent babies under the guise of free choice. Help fight for morality and values in this country. That’s the real fight. And you’re right, we’re not very brave. Elizabeth Pucci Bridgeville

Offshore versus land wind power

I’m afraid that the facts on this issue are being obscured by the opposing sides and, quite frankly, we could use some straight talk. Anyone want to invite John McCain here to straighten this out? Supporters of John Carney have been touting strongly John’s leadership in pushing the Bluewater Wind offshore wind farm, citing, besides the green benefit, that the offshore wind farm will bring new jobs to Delaware. On the other hand, in the June 12 issue of the Seaford Star, Delmarva Power placed a full page ad expressing

Final Word their support of a land-based wind farm. Their argument is that it will save Delaware customers tens of millions of dollars. Previously, I had seen that the argument for this was that the offshore wind farm would be more expensive to build and, because it is out in the salt water, more expensive to maintain, resulting apparently in electric costs actually higher than those currently from non-renewable energy sources. Now, I like the idea of green energy, but, if given two choices where one will provide it at substantially lower rates than the other (and hopefully lower than current rates) well, it seems like a no-brainer to me. The argument that the Bluewater Wind wind farm is home grown, perhaps bringing pride to Delaware, just doesn’t sit well with me. What’s the expression? — pride goes before the fall. If it can be done and help reduce my electric bill, which I see in the paper will jump 10 percent, then let’s go the land route. I received a call from a young man on the Carney campaign staff. He, too, was

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touting Bluewater. But when I pointed out that Delmarva Power was arguing that the land route would be less expensive and the electricity produced cheaper, he was flummoxed. I told him to call back when he had his facts. Now, there is certainly the possibility that I don’t have all the facts either. But, so far, I have yet to see anyone actually compare the relative merits of the two projects. There seems to be a lot of posturing, which just doesn’t cut it for me, nor should it for anyone else that has concern for his/her wallet. Richard T. Eger Seaford

National debt wake-up call

The national debt as of July 2 stood at $9,494,054,462,543, according to the National Debt Clock. The national debt has increased an average of $1.75 billion per day since September 28, 2007. The estimated population of the United States is 304,278,658, so each citizen's share of this debt is $31,202 as of July 2. Are our leaders ignoring one of the most important issues of our day? Why do we allow our elected officials to keep spending money we don’t have? The value of the U.S. dollar has taken some serious hits and this has resulted in some of the highest prices for oil in our history. We are paying at the pumps for the irresponsible spending practices of our federal

leaders. And this is just the beginning. Prices of all commodities will rise as a result of poor spending practices and decisions of this so-called leadership. Opportunities still exist to prosper in the marketplace if you are willing to work hard. But if taxes continue to rise, entrepreneurs may give up trying. Destroy the incentive to get ahead through overtaxation and you crush the spirit that keeps the economy moving forward. Who wants to work hard just to turn their profits over to the government? Entrepreneurs are willing to serve a grateful public, but not a wasteful government. Business has to act responsibly. Shouldn’t our government be expected to do the same? Bryant Richardson Publisher

Quoteworthy

“I place economy among the first and most important virtues, and public debt as the greatest of dangers. To preserve our independence, we must not let our rulers load us with perpetual debt.” Thomas Jefferson, 1743-1826

The Final Word is a compilation of thoughts from Star staffers and members of the public. Email items to editor@ms publications.com or mail to Star, PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973. Include your name, hometown and a daytime number.

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