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Tom Wright, manager of the Laurel Auction Block, Laurel, said on Monday that the market will open for business Tuesday, July 10. This will be the market’s 67th year.

NATIONAL COMPETITION - The homecoming queen at Delmar High is headed to California, where she will compete against teens from across the country. Page 5 GALESTOWN - How much longer before repairs start in Galestown? Page 2 NEW SERIES - A series to introduce readers to area fire-fighters starts this week. Page 8 BENEFIT RACE - State Police are holding their 35th Camp Barnes Benefit Race. Page 9 SOCCER? - Should young kids be allowed to play soccer? Page 10 NURSES - Nanticoke Hospital’s surgical nurses receive certification. Page 11 THE CALL - Christians are gathering together on 7-7-07 for a time of prayer. Page 13 ALL-STARS - District III Little League all-star tournament play coverage begins on page 39.

Seaford will hold Riverfest July 13 and 14. See special section inside for all the details.

INSIDE THE STAR © Business . . . . . . . . .6 Bulletin Board . . . .16 Church . . . . . . . . . .20 Classifieds . . . . . . .30 Education . . . . . . . .18 Entertainment . . . .26 Gourmet . . . . . . . . .38 Growing Up . . . . . .12 Health . . . . . . . . . . .10 Letters . . . . . . . . . .28 Lynn Parks . . . . . . .15 Mike Barton . . . . . .49 Movies . . . . . . . . . . .7

Obituaries . . . . . . .22 On the Record . . . .25 Opinion . . . . . . . . .50 Pat Murphy . . . . . .37 People . . . . . . . . . .38 Police . . . . . . . . . . .29 Snapshots . . . . . . .48 Socials . . . . . . . . . .49 Sports . . . . . . . . . . .39 Tides . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Todd Crofford . . . .21 Weather . . . . . . . . .51

The changing face of Laurel was apparent on Monday, July 2, as Cody Hudson, Kenny Good and Josh Cannon of Sussex Tree Service in Bridgeville took down two 70-year-old hybrid poplar trees in front of the former office of the late Dr. James E. Marvil on Central Avenue, opposite the library and the old post office. The property on which the trees were located is owned by Shawn Sylvia. Dr. Marvil’s old office is now apartments.

Two Central Avenue poplar trees, believed to be 70 years old, felled By Pat Murphy Hundreds of thousands of cars and people have passed by the historic Sara Fooks Tutherly home on the corner of Central Avenue and 4th Street in Laurel. The massive house was built in 1908 for Tutherly and the tree-shaded front has been a part of the Laurel scene for many years. Well-known Laurel historian Kendal Jones said the trees out front have been there for at least 70 years, maybe more. On Monday, July 2, a crew from Sussex Tree in Bridgeville cut down

the two huge hybrid poplars out front. Many a school youngster, on their way home from school or going to the library across the street, walked under those trees. A large sycamore tree, believed to be 150 years old, was spared the treecutter’s chain saw. That tree is located behind the Tutherly house, currently home to seven apartments. Today’s generation knows little of the history of one of Laurel’s great homes. The house was lived in by Tutherly until the 1930s, when she moved to Philadelphia. She gave her

home to the town of Laurel, although she maintained a third-floor apartment. In the 1930s, the house was used as a ballroom as well as a meeting place for many of Laurel’s service clubs. The many members of the clubs meant that the house was a most active place. It was also Laurel’s library for a time. In the last 1940s, Dr. James E. Marvil purchased the property. He used the house for his house and hospital, where he performed many tonsillectomies and other operations. Marvil Continued on page 4

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This file photo taken in September shows the extent of the damage to the Galestown road at the pond. Several sections of road were washed away last June.

Galestown residents’ may finally see some progress for a new dam in August By Ann Wilmer Work could begin as early as August to replace the Galestown Millpond dam and bridge according to the timeline detailed in the “Invitation to Bid” advertised in some local newspapers last week. Michael Moulds, assistant director/engineer with Dorchester County Public Works said that Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) officials told them last Tuesday (June 26) they were faxing the approval letter. Maryland Department of the Environment has given them a verbal go-ahead and will supply a letter of intent to issue permits soon. Ken Eaton, an engineer with Andrews, Call

Miller & Associates said “on the first day the invitation to bid appeared in the newspaper we had a call from an interested contractor.” The firm has a list of contractors who have expressed interest in the past and they will be notifying them that the project has received official approval to let bids. Galestown residents are elated. Town Councilman Ron James searched for the right word to describe the local reaction and said, “it’s better than excited...ecstatic?” Within four hours of the time that the congressman faxed the letter confirming FEMA’s approval and funding of the project to the Dorchester County Board of

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MORNING STAR ✳ JULY 5 - 11, 2007 Public Works, James said that the 100+ residents of the rural community had been notified by via email or telephone that the administrative logjam was finally broken. When Maryland Route 531 will connect both shores of the millpond once again is “anybody’s guess, but mine is that [the project] will go rapidly from now on,” he said. At a recent “town” meeting, Bob Tenanty, public works director said that he had been hopeful that work could begin as early as July but the delay in getting the goahead from FEMA put a monkey wrench

in that plan. Construction, once begun, will be a two-phase process beginning with closing up the area for the culverts. According to the county’s advertisement, the successful contractor has 120 days to begin construction after the contract is awarded. A concern voiced by local residents throughout the design phase has been that work might have to be suspended before the New Year due to severe weather. So, the sooner construction starts, the better. The association learned from the county that the contract would include incentives

Nominations being accepted for Governor's Outstanding Volunteer Service Awards Nominations for the Governor's Outstanding Volunteer Service Awards are now being accepted by the State Office of Volunteerism. These awards recognize the important contributions people make to their communities through volunteerism. "This is a wonderful opportunity to highlight the accomplishments of people who are improving the lives of Delawareans," said Susan Eggert, Office of Volunteerism Administrator. "These men and women and organizations are truly making a difference through volunteerism and community service." Eligibility & Requirements Any individual, group, organization or business engaged in volunteer activities that address community needs within the State of Delaware is eligible for nomination. • Volunteers receiving a stipend, educational credit, or reimbursement for expenses are eligible for nomination. • Nominees must be 18 years of age or older. • Nominees may not nominate themselves or be nominated by a family member. • Nominees must have been active within the previous 12 months. (Nominators should also include information about long-term volunteer efforts.) • Nominees must serve the community at large-service may not be limited to partisan political involvement or religious activities, nor solely for the benefit of an organization's own membership. • Service must be performed in Delaware. • Previous Governor's Outstanding Volunteer Award winners are not eligible for 3 years. Categories for Nomination Arts & Culture - Efforts involving museums, performing arts, historical sites and programs; ethnic and cultural exploration and education programs; awareness and education for the arts. Community Service - Service to

improve a neighborhood or community. Education - Service in schools or community-based learning programs at all levels. Environment - Environmental education, public awareness, protection and/or enhancement. Health - Service providing physical and/or mental health care; substance-abuse prevention and/or rehabilitation. Human Needs - Job training and placement; child care; youth and community recreation; services to the elderly, people with disabilities, families, and/or children; assistance to homeless or indigent persons/families; housing and shortterm crisis resolution; or social services. National Service - Individual member of an AmeriCorps, AmeriCorps*VISTA, Senior Service Corps or other National Service programs in Delaware. Public Safety - Assistance to victims of crime; public awareness and prevention programs; criminal rehabilitation; crisis intervention; disaster preparedness; emergency response personnel. Social Justice/Advocacy - Efforts to bring together diverse groups within the community that focus on creating and strengthening social ties and/or promote equity and justice. Individuals and groups of people volunteering in the areas of environment; public safety; education; community service; arts and culture; social justice and health during the 2006 calendar year are eligible. Nomination packets must be delivered to the Office of Volunteerism or postmarked by July 13. To request a form from the State Office of Volunteerism, call 800815-5465 or find the form online at www.dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dssc/v olevnts.html. The Governor's Youth Volunteer Service Awards are sponsored by the Office of the Governor and coordinated by the State Office of Volunteerism and the Governor's Commission on Community and Volunteer Service.

for early completion of certain phases of the project as well as penalties for delay so James is hopeful that they might see work begin as early as August. He said that he believes that one factor of the successful bid will be how soon the contractor proposes to start. Prospective contractors have 30 days to pick up the specs and construct a bid. Midway through the bidding period, Public Works will hold a meeting on July 12 at their offices in Cambridge to answer any and all questions prospective bidders might have about the project.

PAGE 3 Sealed bids must be received at the County Council office no later than 2 p.m., July 27, 2007, at which time the proposals will be opened and read aloud. The successful bidder must begin work within 120 days after the county issues a Notice to Proceed. Contract documents may be examined at the county office or at the office of the project engineers, Andrews, Miller & Associates, Inc. where copies can also be purchased for review. For more information, call the engineering office at 410228-7117.

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Selby resigns from Del State board of trustees University graduate served on the board for 28 years

Josh Cannon, an employee of Sussex Tree, stands next to a massive sycamore tree at the back of the Sara Tutherly house on Central Avenue in Laurel. This tree was spared the treecutter’s chain saw. Photo by Pat Murphy

Trees were losing branches; their roots were in sewer lines Continued from page 1

was the only ear, nose and throat doctor south of the canal at that time. The hospital had 15 beds and stays there were usually pretty brief. The late Gladys Faulkner was Marvil’s nurse. In 1999, Shawn Sylvia bought the historic structure that had been transformed into a seven-apartment complex years ago. Sylvia said that a couple years ago, branches from the trees fell on the building’s slate roof, causing enough damage

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that the roof had to be replaced. In addition, the trees’ roots were running along the ground, making for rough walking, and were in the sewer lines. One part of a tree fell recently on the house. Tree experts said that for safety’s sake, the trees had to be cut down, Sylvia said. “I hate to see the trees come down, but I was afraid that someone would get hurt,” Sylvia said. Kendal Jones contributed to this story.

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Dr. Cora Norwood Selby recently resigned from the Delaware State University board of trustees. She served faithfully on the board from 1980 to 2007. Her special assignments were the student affairs committee and the finance committee. She also served as board secretary. Her record for attendance and participation was almost perfect. Selby was an active alumnus, graduating in 1940. The trustee boardroom in the college’s administration building is named The James C. Hardcastle and Cora Norwood Selby room. Delaware State University has been in Selby’s life since 1933. She was an honor student there. She represented the institution throughout her college life. Four of her five children also received their baccalaureate degrees at DSU, as did her three sisters. Selby said that she was always very grateful for the opportunity to give back to “Dear Old DSU.” She gives thanks and best wishes to all for their support throughout the years. On Alumni Day, the Delaware State

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Homecoming queen will compete in national pageant By Donna Dukes-Huston Delmar High School’s 2006-2007 homecoming queen, Brooke Boothe, will compete in the America’s Homecoming Queen: Leaders of Tomorrow competition to be held July 28 through Aug. 2 at the Disneyland Resort Hotel in Anaheim, Calif. As Delmar’s queen, Boothe qualified to compete in the state competition for which Delmar’s VFW funded her fees. This competition, held in Mt. Laurel, N.J., included representatives from Delaware, Maryland and New Jersey. According to competition rules, since Delaware is so small, it is only allowed to send two or three representatives to compete. Contestants were judged on a two-part interview, an evening gown competition, their poise throughout the weekend and one impromptu question they had to answer during the pageant. Boothe earned the title of Delaware State Homecoming Queen, which then made her eligible to compete in the national pageant. In preparation for this competition, Brooke Boothe, will compete in the Amerieach contestant is required to design a ca’s Homecoming Queen: Leaders of Topower point slide show of significant morrow competition to be held July 28 places throughout her state and hometown. through Aug. 2 at the Disneyland Resort Hotel in Anaheim, Calif. In her presentation, Boothe has included Dover Downs, Legislative Hall and the looking for the all American girl who Cape May-Lewes Ferry, as well as Delmar wants a career.” High School and the Olde Mill Crab Ten top finalists are chosen and then House where she is working part-time this compete for four runners-up positions and summer. In true Sussex County fashion, one overall winner. America’s HomecomBoothe also plans ing Queen reto include a photo a full scholIn true Sussex County fashion, ceives of herself inside a arship to the colchicken house. lege of her choice. Participants are Boothe also plans to include in Boothe said also expected to her slide show a photo of herself that she is both sell advertiseexcited and nervinside a chicken house. ments for the ous about this oppageant’s extenportunity. sive program “I kind of feel like the underdog bebook. Each participant receives a commis- cause I’m not really a pageant girl,” sion from the ads they sell to be added to Boothe said. “A lot of the other girls have the scholarship they received as state fihad more experience in pageants. I need nalists. to step it up for nationals.” The national pageant, which began in Boothe will attend the University of 1981, requires contestants to participate in Delaware in the fall and major in fine arts a personal interview and prom gown com- with a concentration in photography, petition. Pageant rules state: “There is no which she would like to pursue as a caswimsuit or talent competition. We are reer. AUTHENTIC MEXICAN

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Business Home Team Realty sponsors Habitat House Mid-April was the beginning of the seventh house built in Sussex County Habitat's 19-home subdivision called Concord Village in Seaford. In just one month, with volunteers and the partner family working Saturdays, the house is under roof and sided. Planning began in the summer of 2005 when Frank Parks and Rob Harman, partners in Home Team Realty, approached Kevin Gilmore, Habitat's executive director, to learn more about sponsoring a Habitat home. "We wanted to give back to the community that has supported our company and many western Sussex County realtors joined in. “This build is a 'natural' connection given our experience and expertise," said Frank Parks. "We then approached several subcontractors, churches, schools, clubs, and businesses and the Seaford Habitat Committee was born." Rob Harman, who first was involved in a Habitat house build in Lewes, immediately thought of asking John Meredith, as production foreman for Beracah Homes, to lead the build. Harman commented, "John has the expertise and spirit to ensure things are done

right," and echoes Parks' sentiments by saying, "Most of the money was raised by our committee and some 'grass roots' fundraisers sponsored by our staff such as yard sales and activities sponsored by youth at local schools. “Additionally, many local professionals have offered labor and in-kind services, such as building materials, electrical, etc. that keeps the housing cost low. “This build is a most rewarding experience for our staff as we work side-by-side with the partner family and many county volunteers. “We appreciate how hard the partner family works on site. In addition to working on site, Mrs. Perez prepares lunches for our volunteers and her teenagers help clean up the site." "This partnership has been most rewarding as everyone forges ahead to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action," states Kevin Gilmore. "We as partners are bound by a common purpose to build community by building simple, decent, and affordable homes. Their proactive approach challenging local volunteers has demonstrated first-hand our common mission to engage the local community in building this home."

From left are Rob Harman, Home Team Realty broker/owner; Stephanie Figgs, Sean Steward, Amy Herr, agents; Frank Parks Home Team Realty broker/owner; Missy Perdue, and Sandy Hughes, agents at Concord Village building site.

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Tingle earns achievement award Edward Jones financial advisor Melinda Tingle of Laurel recently received the A.F. McKenzie Achievement Award for her outstanding sales and service efforts over the past year. The award is named for Al McKenzie, who developed the firm's training program during his nearly 60 years of service with Edward Jones. "When you work for a firm that is known for its outstanding service," Tingle said, "It's quite an honor to be singled out for your service record." Tingle was one of only 1,673 of the firm's more than 9,000 financial advisors to receive this award. James D. Weddle, Edward Jones' managing partner, added, "Melinda is an out-

standing member of the Edward Jones team who personifies the ideal financial advisor, someone who is 100 percent dedicated to serving the financial needs of her clients. I am very pleased to present this well-deserved award." Tingle has been serving the Laurel area since 1999. Edward Jones provides financial services for individual investors in the United States and, through its affiliates, in Canada and the United Kingdom. Every aspect of the firms business, from the types of investment options offered to the location of branch offices, is designed to cater to individual investors in the communities, in which they live and work.

Legislative Breakfast in Seaford The State Legislative Breakfast hosted by the Member Services Committee of the Greater Seaford Chamber of Commerce is scheduled for Thursday, July 26, 2007, 7:30 a.m. at the Methodist Manor House on Middleford Road, Seaford. Ron Marvel, of Burton Bros. Hardware, is the master of ceremonies for the breakfast. Invitations have gone out to Senator Robert Venables, Senator Thurman Adams, Jr., Representative Ben Ewing, and Representative Dan Short. These elected state officials will answer

questions concerning the 144th General Assembly and how newly enacted legislation will affect families and businesses. Members and the general public are invited. The cost for a full buffet breakfast is $8 per person including gratuity. Those interested in attending should RSVP through the close of business on July 20 by calling the Chamber office at 629-9690, by sending an email to admin@seafordchamber.com, or by mailing a check to GSCC, P.O. Box 26, Seaford, DE 19973.

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Meet Your Fire Service Volunteers Barry Calhoun started in service 38 years ago This week the Seaford and Laurel Star newspapers begin a series of articles highlighting the men and women who serve as volunteers in the local fire departments. The articles will feature some of the most senior members, some cadets, those who have specialized training and members of the auxiliaries. The fire companies that we will focus on are in our coverage area that includes the following communities: Seaford, Laurel, Delmar, Bridgeville, Blades, Greenwood and Sharptown. These volunteers work tirelessly providing protection and responding in time of need. We hope the series helps to show our respect for their efforts as we increase community awareness of their sacrifices. By Donna Dukes-Huston During his 38 years in the Seaford Volunteer Fire Department, Barry Calhoun has assumed many roles and experienced many changes first-hand. The most positive change that Calhoun has seen is in the area of fire-fighting and fire protection technology. In the early 1970s when he first joined, not all firefighters used a breathing apparatus, either when fighting a house or a car fire. “We breathed in the smoke, coughed, and got over it,” Calhoun said. “But today we’re much more careful.” Breathing apparatus is now worn for every kind of fire. Today all firefighters wear Nomex suits, which are made from the same material as race car drivers’ uniforms. They will eventually burn, but they can better withstand the flash, according to Calhoun. Such improvements in equipment are especially important today as the number of alarms per year has risen significantly. In Calhoun’s early years the department received approximately 125 alarms per year. Now it receives more than 600. Calhoun noted several factors that contribute to this increase. Many more buildings today have alarm systems which can malfunction and trigger an alarm. In addition, an alarm is sounded for every automobile accident. “Since there are more people driving today than ever, auto accidents have increased significantly,” Calhoun said. As these changes have oc-

curred, it stands to reason that the way in which firefighters are trained has had to change as well. Most training used to take place in-house or at fire school in Dover. Much internal training is still offered, but the fire school itself has become more flexible to meet a variety of work schedules. Trainees can now drive a shorter distance to Georgetown and have the option of attending classes during the week, on weeknights or weekends. All training and health screening is funded by the fire department. In addition to training, a person must complete a physical exam as well as pass an agility test. “They must show they can climb and throw a ladder and carry weight,” Calhoun said. Calhoun stated that although there are several levels of firefighters in the Seaford department, he is most proud of the fact that the roster contains 30 lifetime members, including himself. “You have to be active for 25 years to become a lifetime member,” Calhoun said. “Then you’re a member forever.” Lifetime members can always vote and retain all rights and privileges of membership for the rest of their lives, according to Calhoun. Despite these positive numbers, Calhoun says it is much harder to keep a full roster today. The increase in alarms demands more of a time commitment from the volunteers. This has become more and more difficult for many reasons. “There are a lot more activities and organizations for people to spread their time among,” Calhoun said. “Plus a lot of people can’t leave their jobs today when the alarm goes off and many work more than one job.” Calhoun says that members such as himself, who have retired from full-time employment, try to spend more time at the fire department completing various maintenance work to help make up for this shortage. Over the years Calhoun has assumed many roles, including assistant engineer, rescue captain, fire policeman, and emergency driver/engineer. “Mostly I’m the one they come to when anything breaks, from equipment to plumbing and roofing,” Calhoun said. Calhoun currently serves as co-chairman for all renovations. Phase one of a larger project began two years ago. This consist-

ed of a new roof and a remodeling of the fire hall upstairs, including modern upgraded appliances for the kitchen. Phase two, a $2.5 million project, was recently completed. One side of the building was converted into office space for offices and committees and much of the building was rewired and upgraded to meet modern standards. A passenger elevator to reach the fire hall was recently installed as well. Calhoun says phase three will begin in 2008 which should involve converting the remaining parts of the building to meet current codes and standards. Calhoun is also proud to be involved in a project which has made the Seaford Volunteer Fire Department unique. The Seaford Fire Museum opened in 2003 and houses a 1921 and 1948 Seagrave fire engine as well as other old equipment and memorabilia. According to Calhoun, the fire department and the City of Seaford split the cost of constructing the museum. Calhoun also added that all of the work on the building was provided at or below cost by local contractors and businesses. Ron Marvel, spokesman for the fire department, was instrumental in making this happen, according to Calhoun. Calhoun is currently the engineer of the 1921 truck. This engine has been featured in the pa-

Above photo by Donna Dukes Huston is of Barry Calhoun today. The inset shows him in his younger days.

rade hosted by the annual fire conference in Dover as well as Rehoboth Beach’s 100th anniversary celebration. Transporting this truck to any event carries some guidelines. “That truck can’t leave town limits unless it is in an enclosed trailer,” Calhoun said. Harley Davidson of Seaford donated a trailer and a truck with which to tow the engine to special events. The fire department paid to have

the trailer retrofitted for the engine. This generosity and dedication from the community is also evident at the fire department, Calhoun said. “This is a very close-knit organization,” Calhoun said. “If something happens to anybody in the department or the auxiliary, we are right there for them. It’s always been that way. And that’s a rare thing today.”

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State Police announce Camp Barnes Stock Car Benefit Race for July 11 The 35th Annual Camp Barnes Benefit Stock Car Race will be held at the Delaware International Speedway on Wednesday, July 11. Gates to the speedway will open at 5 p.m. and racing action begins at 7 p.m. The rain date is scheduled for Thursday, July 12. The Delaware International Speedway is located on (Sussex Highway) US 13 north of the Delaware-Mary-

Survey to evaluate Delaware nutrient management planning

The Delaware Conservation Partnership (DCP) will be conducting a survey of Delaware farmers in July to evaluate nutrient management planning in the state. This year marks the last of five legal deadlines established in Delaware by the Nutrient Management Law of 1999, so that landowners, who fall under the law, have now been through the process of preparing a nutrient management plan. The DCP consists of the Delaware Conservation Districts, the Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, and strives to work together to provide Delaware farmers with cost-share programs, educational opportunities and nutrient management planning services. The responses from the survey will be used to inform those programs by identifying gaps in information and education, as well as opportunities to spend cost-share dollars more effectively. Farmers should look for the survey to arrive in their mailboxes in early July. Survey participants will receive a credit toward their Delaware nutrient management recertification. Information provided in the survey will be kept strictly confidential and will only be published in summary form. For more information please contact Jennifer Nelson, Survey Coordinator, at 302-739-9922.

land line. Tickets to the event are available at the speedway's ticket booth the night of the event. Spectator tickets are $12 and pit tickets are $25. Children 10 years of age and under accompanied by a parent or guardian are admitted free to spectator seating. This year's event will again feature competitors from New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia and Delaware. Drivers will compete for more than $39,000 in prize money. Modified, Late Models, Street Modified, Modified Lites, TSS AC Delco Modified and Little Lincoln Vintage Cars will compete in over 100 laps of feature racing in their respective classes. Also, back by popular demand is the 10th 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 head-to-head in a 12-lap dash. In addition, a $35 per-lap leader bonus will be paid in all feature races. 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 camp's establishment. 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 to 13 attend Camp Barnes each week with no financial burden on their parents or guardians. The camp operates on an annual budget of approximately $223,000 a year not including major repairs, which the camp greatly needs. Camp Barnes gives approximately 800 underprivileged children a 2- to 5-night camp experience they would never have. The camp is used by Delaware State Police Underprivileged Camp Week, Special Olympics, City of Wilmington, 4-H Club,

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Health Should young kids play soccer? By Anthony Policastro, M.D

Soccer becomes more and more popular every year. The more a sport becomes popular, the more frequent we see injuries from it. Soccer is no exception. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission’s National Electronic Injury Surveillance System looked at these injuries. They looked at emergency room data from 1990 to 2003. During this period there were 1.6 million children seen in ER’s with soccer injuries. Most of them (59%) were boys. The current rate is about one ER visit for every 500 male participants per year. That rate has been steady since 2000. Thus if a child plays for 10 years, there is about a 1 in 50 chance that he/she will go to the ER during that period of time. Girls show a rising rate. While the number of injuries in boys has stayed about the same, girls’ injuries continue to rise. That is likely due to a doubling

Most injuries (87%) occur in children ages 10 to 18. However, younger children (ages 2-4) are more likely to have head and neck injuries. of girls playing soccer since 1990. The most common injury is to the wrist and hand. It accounts for about 20% of the injuries. Ankle injuries make up 18%. Knee injuries make up 11%. The most common diagnosis is sprain or strain. It accounts for 36% of the injuries. Contusion or abrasion is second at 24%. Fractures make up 23% of the injuries. Boys are more likely to have face injuries. They are more likely to have head or neck injuries. They are more likely to have lacerations. They are more likely to be hospitalized for injuries. Girls are more

likely to have ankle and knee injuries. Most injuries (87%) occur in children ages 10 to 18. However, younger children (ages 2-4) are more likely to have head and neck injuries. They are also more likely to be hospitalized. Most of the hospitalizations are for head injury. This leads to the question as to whether children that young have the skills necessary to protect against injury. That is true for both physical and mental skills. There really is not urgency for very young children to play a game that they do not really understand. It may make sense to wait until they older. That will protect them from the possibility of head injury. The good news is that the overall injury rate for soccer is lower than it is for other contact sports. It is like any other sport. It is important for parents to know about the potential problems so that they can take appropriate steps to minimize them for their children.

Blood Bank to use new program Blood Bank of Delmarva has launched a new plasmapheresis program, which will yield a significant increase in its critical plasma supply. Plasmapheresis is an automated system which collects just plasma, the liquid portion of whole blood. Plasma is used to help treat a variety of diseases and conditions, like hemophilia, severe burns, shock, and exposure to rabies. All eligible AB (the universal plasma type) male donors are being asked to donate using this new process. Statistically only three percent of the population is AB positive; less than one percent (or one in every 167 people) is AB negative. "Because type AB blood is so rare, universal plasma is often in short supply," said Carrie Aiken, Blood Bank spokesperson. "With plasmapheresis, donors are able to help up to four patients with just one plasma donation.” Annually, about three million units of plasma are transfused in the United States to patients in need. Throughout Delmarva, 350 donors are needed every day to meet the demands of local hospitals. To schedule an appointment to give blood, call 1-888-8-BLOOD-8 or visit www.delmarvablood.org

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Nanticoke’s Nurses receive Certification Nanticoke Memorial Hospital held a celebration in the Surgical Services department to honor five Perioperative Registered Nurses for successfully completing an extensive nine-month course from Delaware Community College in Media, Pa., in which they received certification as Registered Nurse First Assistants (RNFA). This is the first group of nurses from Nanticoke Health Services to participate in the training program. The success of this endeavor is directly linked to the combined efforts of the perioperative staff and the highly qualified surgeons who acted as mentors to these five RNFA interns and demonstrated the commitment of Nanticoke's administration to professional staff development. To qualify for entry into a RNFA program, a Registered Nurse must have had a minimum of two years operating room experience in addition to previous training on a medical surgical unit. As a group, this team has a combined average of 18 years of nursing experience at Nanticoke. The RNFA program, one of more than twenty programs nationwide, presented by Delaware Community College in Media, Pennsylvania, required each student to attend an on site lab, complete twelve written projects, and log one-hundred and twenty hours of assistant time in the Operating Room. As a requirement for admission into the program, the nurses had to

complete an ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) course and pass a certification test specific for perioperative nurses. RNFAs train to take a step up in perioperative nursing. They work in collaboration with and at the direction of surgeons to act as assistants to surgeons. The RNFAs not only assist during surgery by performing skills like retracting (applying clamps), they must also help control bleeding, tie sutures, and assist with closing incisions. RNFAs are involved both pre and post-operatively with tasks such as patient history, physical exams, teaching, ordering routine laboratory test, changing dressings, removing sutures and evaluating the patient's overall. Their place in the operating room is recognized by all 50 state boards of nursing and supported by the American College of Surgeons. These RNFAs are fundamental players on the operating room team and as healthcare professionals deliver extraordinary care, better educate their patients, and their dedication to high standards of care with patients and peers is reflected in their decision to move forward in their training. Nanticoke Health Services is proud to showcase its perioperative nurses and with their expertise, can expand the quality of care delivered to the community at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital. For these RNFAs, there's nothing quite like being on the cutting edge of their profession - literally.

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Smart Snacking: Helpful Advice for Keeping Your Child Healthy by John Hollis

Director, Community Relations Nemours Health and Prevention Services

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Snacking has always been a Snack time should be at popular American pastime—especially for children. For active kids, a consistent time bethree square meals alone do not altween meals. This is so ways provide enough energy to get the child’s body adapts them through the day. This is where snacking comes in. Alto and relies on a schedthough it is important that children ule... consume the right amount of calories (energy), it is even more imtween meals: portant that these calories are not empty, Most all of the snacks served to chilsugar-filled ones. A study concluded that, dren should include fruits or vegetables. over the past several decades, the number Including a whole grain or high protein of calories that children consumed from food can make the snack even more satissnacks increased by 120 calories per day, mostly due to increasing amounts of sugar fying. Keep snacks on hand in the refrigerator or in the pantry. In the fridge you in most traditional snack foods. As minican include pre-cut fruits and vegetables mal as this may seem, it really adds up, for easy grab and go snacking. In the accounting for an extra 840 calories per pantry, keep canned or dried fruits on week. Moreover, it helps to explain, in hand. For canned fruits, it’s best to use part, why childhood obesity has become a those packed in juice. Dried fruit without serious problem for America’s youth, and added sugars, such as raisins or plums can why serving healthy snacks is so imporbe a great, healthy snack. Small portions tant. of nuts or trail mix can be nutritious and Keep these healthy snacking tips in filling. Try a variety of serving styles: mind when kids need an energy boost be-

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serve veggies with hummus or bean dip or serve fruit kebobs with a yogurt dip. Change things up and keep it fun for your child. Snack time should be at a consistent time between meals. This is so the child’s body adapts to and relies on a schedule and maintains an appetite at mealtime. For example, if lunch is served at noon and dinner is at 6:00 pm, then snacks should be served around 3:00 pm. Don’t be fooled by labeling gimmicks. It pays to be a bit of a label reader. Many foods marketed as low-fat or fat-free are high in calories. Keep in mind that many of those snacks with your child’s favorite cartoon character on the package are not healthy choices. Use the label to pay at-

tention to the recommended serving size and the amount of calories in each serving. Consider pre-portioning out an appropriate serving size. Aim for the total calories of a snack, including the drink, to be somewhere around 200 calories. Out of sight, out of mind. The best way to keep kids from unhealthy snacking is to simply not have unhealthy foods readily available. If you don’t stock up on ice cream or cookies, fruits and veggies will be more appealing to a hungry child. Since snacking is common for children it is important to instill healthy habits early on. Establishing healthy eating practices is very important so that as children mature, they make healthy choices independently, out of habit.

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Americans pride themselves on being free to go places and do things. But for millions with disabilities, that freedom is hampered by inaccessibility. The Sussex County Advisory Committee for the Aging & Adults with Physical Disabilities invites residents concerned about accessibility issues to attend the committee's next meeting at 10 a.m. Monday, July 16. William Payne will present a DVD highlighting accessibility issues right here in Sussex County. Mr. Payne, of Lewes, is a caregiver who has studied and been involved with accessibility issues since 1994. Committee members will use the time to better understand problems that pedestrians with disabilities face when trying to navigate their communities. An open discussion about the issue will follow the presentation. Mr. Van Milligan, Sussex County Chief of Building Code Inspectors, also will discuss current enforcement measures by the Building Code office, and explain whether enforcement of provisions under the Americans with Disabilities Act rests with county, state or federal governments. The meeting is open to the public. The Sussex County Advisory Committee for the Aging & Adults with Physical Disabilities is an 11-member panel established by the Sussex County Council to be an advocate for programs and policies that benefit older and disabled residents. The committee meets on the third Monday of January, March, May, July, September and November. Meetings are held at the Sussex County Administrative Offices West Complex on North DuPont Highway in Georgetown. The committee encourages service providers, older citizens and individuals with disabilities to attend this open forum to provide support, assistance and advice so members can better understand the issues and needs of the community.

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The Bayhealth Wellness Center at Woodbridge Senior High School named Victoria Pucci winner of the Teen HOPE Survivor Competition. Teen HOPE (Helping Other Teens Prevent Pregnancy and Encourage Good Health) is a program designed to reduce behaviors that may result in consequences

such as teen pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases (STD's), substance abuse and violent behaviors. In addition, the program is also intended to assist students in developing their self-esteem, establishing healthy behaviors and building their decision making skills. Approximately 80 students in grades 712 took part in the program at Woodbridge Senior High School in Bridgeville, Del. A Survivor Competition was put together by the Bayhealth Wellness Center at Woodbridge, in which 45 students took part. During the year-long competition students were asked to meet a number of objectives which included: • Take part in a community project • Design a piece for the Teen HOPE quilt that demonstrates healthy choices • Give a cafeteria presentation to fellow students • Maintain a C or better grade average • Remain on good behavior at school The students were disqualified one by one and three were left standing for the final competition. The finalists were Victoria Pucci, an18-year-old senior; 17-yearold senior Shanice Durham and 16-yearold junior Lashonda Stanley. In the end, Miss Pucci came out on top. As winner of the Survivor Competition, she received a $250 mall gift certificate. Teen HOPE coordinator Terry Filbelkorn stated, "This program provides students with information that can help in responsible decision making. It also gives the students something to work for and teaches them how to reach their goals." Students that took part in the Survivor Program were very enthusiastic about Teen HOPE and agreed that they now feel like role models to their fellow students. Bayhealth Medical Center's mission is to improve the health status of all members of the Bayhealth community. Southern Delaware's largest healthcare system, Bayhealth is comprised of Kent General and Milford Memorial Hospitals, Middletown Medical Center and numerous satellite facilities. Bayhealth is a technologically advanced not-for-profit health care system employing over 2,900 with a medical staff of 375 physicians. In the 2006 fiscal year, Bayhealth recorded 65,776 emergency department visits, 18,431 patients admitted to beds and 2,336 births. Last year, as part of its mission, Bayhealth provided more than $23.6 million in unreimbursed care to patients.

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Christians gathering at Delaware State on 7-7-07 By James Diehl Delaware Christians are heeding the call of religious leaders around the country and descending on Delaware State University this Saturday. Their mission – to “fast, pray, repent and worship” in an attempt to get the country “back on track,” beginning with today’s youth. “A lot of what these teenagers are battling right now is just so degrading,” said Shiloh House of Hope President Robin Sturgeon, who is organizing the Delaware event. “This has been growing for 40 years and now it’s just a time for healing. We see this generation rising up because they’re really sick of all the degrading things that they see in the media and elsewhere. “Unity and healing are what we’re praying for here in Delaware. And we hope that spreads across the nation.” The event at DSU is the local version of a national gathering focused on downtown Nashville at LP Field, the home of the National Football League’s Tennessee Titans. More than 100,000 people are expected Saturday in Nashville, with thousands more at various events around the country. “This is a call to prayer, that’s really the point here,” said Tom Birowski, pastor at Harvest Christian Church in Seaford. “We

just want folks to gather and call upon the Lord. This is about people gathering to seek the Lord and acknowledging, both personally and corporately, where we’ve made mistakes and to ask God’s blessings on our country.” The gathering in Dover is being sponsored collaboratively by Shiloh House of Hope and Delaware State University, which is providing the stadium for the event free of charge. Other local businesses have contributed financially to the gathering, including Delmarva Digital owner Tim Smith. “I think it’s great to see so many Christians from churches all over Delaware coming together in unity to pray for our state,” Smith said. Nationally, organizers claim the event will feature “tens of thousands” of Americans crying out to God in a massive youth movement. They hope the rally will be even bigger than the Jesus Movement, a youth revival that began in the late 1960s and swept across the nation’s college campuses. At the 40-year mark of that movement, organizers say it’s time to “remarry the Lord.” “I really thought the national event was something I’d like to go to, but I felt the Lord wanted me to do something right here in Delaware,” Sturgeon said. “We just hope to use this time to re-

Nanticoke Tribute nominations Nanticoke Memorial Hospital is seeking nominations for its third annual Tributes For Healthcare Leadership Recognition Dinner, scheduled for November 1, at Heritage Shores Clubhouse in Bridgeville. Awards will be presented in three categories. The Founders award will be presented to an individual who has made significant contributions in furthering the mission of the hospital to improve the health status of our communities. This award will recognize a person who has contributed their time and talent to the hospital and community in a leadership role. Nominees will demonstrate a concern for the well-being of the citizens of our communities and have had an impact in the provision of healthcare services to the community. Current employees of Nanticoke Health Services and active medical staff are not eligible. The Leadership in Philanthropy Award is presented to an individual or a group who has made support of Nanticoke Memorial Hospital and community health a philanthropic priority in their lives. Through example and advocacy, nominees will have inspired others to participate

in the philanthropic activities of the hospital. The Physicians Hall of Fame will recognize physician(s) who have served Nanticoke Memorial and the community with distinction and selflessness. Nominees for this award must be physicians who have retired from the Nanticoke Medical Staff or have served at least ten years on the medical staff. Nominees should demonstrate professionalism, service to the community and leadership at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital. The deadline for submission of nominees is August 1. "We are reaching out to the entire community in search of as many names as possible," explained Maria Lehman, Tributes coordinator. Nominations in each category can be made by calling 6296611, ext. 2405 or in writing to Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, corporate development, 801 Middleford Rd., Seaford, DE 19973, or e-mailing BrownT@nanticoke.org. The name of the nominee should be accompanied by a few words about their qualifications or a personal anecdote. Please direct questions to Renee' Morris at 629-6611, ext. 2404.

unite with the Lord and pray for our state and for our country.” July 7 marks the end of a 40day period when many participants have been fasting and in a state of prayer for the church, for the country, and for the nation’s youth. On the group’s official Website, www.thecall.com, leaders claim July, 7, 2007 – or 7/7/07 – was chosen because it marks the 40-year anniversary of the socalled “Summer of Love” in 1967. “We are calling you on 07-0707, the number of covenant renewal, marriage and the fullness

of time, for a day of national repentance, fasting, and prayer for our 40-year generational rebellions,” states the group’s Website. Locally, everyone from Methodists to Pentecostals, from Catholics to Presbyterians, and all denominations in between, are being beckoned by religious leaders for the day of church unity and prayer. “We hope to see different churches come together; it’s really more of a community setting than a religious setting,” Birowski said. “We’re not putting demands on anyone, other than the Lord. Our main focuses here are

for our nation and for our young people. “We just want folks to gather and call upon the Lord.” For more information on the local event, visit www.shilohhouseofhope.org or call 3379330.

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New Century members are recognized for club reports The Delmar New Century Club held its president’s luncheon recently in Camelot Hall at St. Stephen’s Church. Several guests from other clubs were in attendance, including special guest Mary Emma Tisinger, state president. This event was the last meeting until the club resumes in October. Delmar High School student, Katie Smith, performed several pieces on the piano. During the luncheon, members were recognized for reports they submitted earlier this year. Betty Tyrell was awarded honorable mention as chairman of conservation and beautification. Sandy Davis received honorable mention for education and Brenda Morris was given a first place award for international affairs. These awards were chosen on the state level by a committee that reviews reports submitted by clubs throughout the state. They are based on special projects the clubs perform. Some of the projects the Delmar club completed this year included maintaining birdhouses and feeders, recycling, distributing more than 400 books to area shelters and supporting UNICEF, Doctors Without Borders and other international organizations. The president’s special focus this year is on domestic violence. Club members participated in a walk during the community yard sale and raised money at the Day

in the Park to help support efforts that combat domestic violence. In addition, the club recently adopted Delmar’s State Street Park through the town hall’s “Adopt A Street” project. Members will work to beautify the park. Three members of the club, Lillian Wootten, Brenda Morris and Sandy Davis, recently attended a fashion show luncheon and golf tournament at the Baywood Clubhouse in Long Neck. The event was hosted by the General Federation of Women’s Clubs Guild. Morris and Davis participated in the fashion show as models. Tisinger and GFWC international president Jacquelyn Pierce were present as well as special guests Gov. Ruth Ann Minner, Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden, Delaware Magistrate Sheila Blakely and Delaware Technical C.C. Sue Saliba. The event was held to raise money to benefit programs that battle domestic violence. The day began with a golf tournament followed by the luncheon and fashion show. Several vendors were present including representatives from the People’s Place in Milford, which provides services for victims of domestic violence. The group was entertained by singers Sierra Spicer, Maxine Ungerbuehler and Cheryl Harrington. There were several raffle items and a 50/50 available.

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Community Bulletin Board Events 'Get a Clue' at the Library

Mad Science Mondays As part of their Summer Reading Program, "Get a Clue @ the Library," the Greenwood Public Library is presenting a series of "Mad Science Mondays." Exploring water is the theme for the free sessions, which will be held at 3 p.m. on the following Mondays: July 16, 30 and Aug. 13. They will take place at the library at 100 Mill St. in Greenwood. On July 16, the children will be learning about the water cycle, rivers, and tsunamis and floods. Come out and join us for a time of wet and wild science fun for kids of all ages. For further information, contact: Donna Prine Carter, at the Greenwood Public Library, 349-5309. Teen CSI As part of their Summer Reading Program, "Get a Clue @ the Library," the Greenwood Public Library is presenting an exciting series entitled, "Teen CSI." These programs, geared towards teens, will explore various aspects of crime scene investigation such as fingerprinting, blood spatter interpretation, forgery investigation and "Real Life CSI." The sessions will be presented by Matt Miller, a crime scene investigator from California with 10 years experience in the field. These free programs will be held at the Greenwood Public Library at 100 Mill St. at 3 p.m. on the following Thursdays: July 12, 26, and Aug. 9. On July 12 the teens will learn techniques in solving crimes through the observation and interpretation of blood spatter evidence. "Hollywood blood" will be used; no donations required. Attendance is limited to teens 13 years old and older. For more information call Donna Prine Carter at the library, 349-5309. "X-Files" As part of their Summer Reading Program, "Get a Clue @ the Library," the Greenwood Public Library is presenting a fun series entitled "What's That Wednesday?" The two remaining sessions will take place at the Greenwood Library at 100 Mill St., at 3 p.m. on the following Wednesdays, July 11 and July 25. On July 11 the program is entitled "X-Files." The children will be exploring the mysteries of the unknown, such as aliens, Bigfoot, and other intriguing subjects. The programs are free and open to children of all ages. For further information, call Donna Prine Carter at the library, 349-5309.

Yard Sale

The American Legion Post 6, 230 Front St., Seaford, is holding a yard sale, Saturday, July 7, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Table rentals are $7 each. For more information or to reserve a table, call 629-9915

"Our State Fair!" exhibit

The Delaware Agricultural Museum & Village presents a new exhibition looking back at Delaware Agriculture's Biggest

Celebration, "Our State Fair!" now through Aug. 5. Hear the 1920's "Delaware Fair" song, enjoy vintage film of earlier Delaware State Fairs, view the original 1920 Fair ledger, read the inscriptions of past winners on the Governor's Racing Trophy, see the gavel made from the wood of the original 1919 Grandstand, plus peruse the many photos and memorabilia covering the Fair from 1919 to 2007. Will you find yourself in the picture? Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 1 to 4 p.m. Museum admission is applicable. DAMV is a private 501(c)3 educational organization located 866 N. DuPont Highway, Dover, just south of Delaware State University.

Summer Camp at ECS

The folks at ECS Summer Camp know that families are busy, involved in activities and taking vacations, so they want to make sure you know that whether you need them all summer, just a few weeks or perhaps a few days during each week, they are available. Summer camp at Epworth Christian School in Laurel will take place Monday through Friday and will run through Aug. 17 with registration from 8 - 9 a.m. and pickup by 5:30 p.m. Activities include sports, games, contests, trips, swimming and more. Each day will include a Bible lesson with life applications. The cost of camp for the entire summer is $1,100 or by the week for $115 or daily for $25. For registration information, contact Coach Greg at 875-4488.

Thursday afternoons at 1 p.m., and builders in grades K-6 can use their imagination and expertise with all kinds of interesting materials each Thursday at 3 p.m. at our Build It! Club. Additionally, the library will have Preschool Story Time for children ages 2-5 on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.; and OK BookTime, a book and activity time for children in grades 1-4, on Tuesdays at 2 p.m.

Summer camp offered by Elks

Seaford Elk’s Lodge #2458 is sponsoring a number of children, ages 9-13, to attend the Elks Camp Barrettin Crownsville, MD (West of Annapolis.) The dates are: Boys, July 8 - 24, Girls, July 15 - 21. For more information or for an application form, call 628-3607 or 628-2991.

Laurel History Books Still Available

A few copies of the 19th Century History of Laurel, published by the Laurel Historical Society may still be purchased at either the Laurel Town Office, Laurel Public Library, or O’Neal’s Antiques. The price remains at $45 each. For further information or to arrange to have a book mailed please call 875-4217. There is a $5 mailing fee.

Get a Clue at Your Library

The Delmar Public Library will hold its first Adult Summer Reading Program

(ASRP). Some of the special events and programs will include Mystery Bingo, Family Movie Nights, CSI Maryland: The Real Story of Criminal Investigations, Don't Be a Victim: Get a Clue on Self-Defense and a special presentation from author, Evelyn David, entitled How to Commit Murder: A Mystery Write Offers Some Clues. To go out with a bang, ASRP participants will be invited to a murder mystery party: Survivor: The Tribal Council. This summer will prove to be one like no other. There will be lots of prizes, lots of reading and fun for all. The adults are going to show the kids how it's done. For more information, Contact Veronica Schell, Delmar Public Library.

Baseball Equipment Needed

Any baseball equipment, used or unused, is needed for an Eagle Scout Project. Equipment will be collected, refurbished, and sent to the Dominican Republic. Contact Kirby Mills via email at terps19947@yahoo.com or by phone 1302-690-2749 if you can be of any assistance.

Teens and Parents of Teens

Looking for something to do this summer? Looking for something for your teenage son or daughter to do this summer? Check out teen volunteer opportunities at the Laurel Public Library.

Trap Pond volunteers sought

Trap Pond offers free camping in exchange for Volunteer Services (Required for free camping, 24 hours per week of volunteering). Host programs available in the campground, Nature Center, maintenance and administrative. Check out our other awards for short term volunteering. (For more information, contact: Glen.Stubbolo@state.de.us or call 302-739-1960.

Riverfest

During Riverfest on July 14, parishioners from St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Seaford will be distributing free bottles of water from their booth at Hamilton Graphics on High Street. Hamilton Graphics is located in the large two-story house near Burton Bros. Hardware and directly across from City Hall. This project is just one of St. Luke's many on-going outreach projects which takes place throughout the year.

Laurel Public Library event

The library offers a variety of specialinterest clubs that began the week of June 18 and will meet on a weekly basis throughout the summer. An Acting Club for children in grades 2-6 will meet on Monday evenings from 6-6:45. No experience (or ability!) necessary. Mystery lovers in grades 3-6 have a "Who-Done-It-Club" that will meet on

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MORNING STAR ✳ JULY 5 - 11, 2007 We have an interesting group of teens in grades 7-12 from all over the area. They plan programs, perform skits, help with crafts and help with program set-up. Some teens help us by keeping our books in order and assist with getting our books ready to be checked out. For more information, contact Becky Norton at 875-3184 or by email at bshortri@lib.de.us.

Volunteers Needed

The Disabled American Veterans Organization (DAV) needs volunteer drivers to take local veterans to the VA hospital in Elsmere, in a DAV van. Van expenses are paid. One day per week needed or other times as a substitute. Valid drivers license and physical exam by VA required. Food allowance at the VA hospital cafeteria is provided. Time required is about 8 hours per trip. Van is at the VFW club on Middleford Rd., Seaford. Phone Chet Swift at 6295143 or Jerry Chapman at 629-8108.

Meetings Seaford Widowed Persons

The Seaford Chapter of the Widowed Persons Service will have its next meeting on Tuesday, July 17, at 12:15 p.m. at the Golden Corral. All widowed persons of all ages are invited to attend. Come join us - we all enjoy the trips, lunches, dinners, etc. that we do. Everett Hart will be our entertainment - playing the harmonica.

SCWDC meeting

The Sussex County Women's Democrat Club will hold its regular monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. on July 19, at Sussex Pines Country Club, Georgetown. The guest speakers will be representatives from the Delaware Department of Transportation. Members are asked to bring a friend and newcomers are always welcome. Dinner will cost $13.00 per person. For details and reservations, call Pettie Holloway at 854-6546.

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ed by cancer and their loved ones at the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford. The group meets at the Cancer Care Center on the third Thursday of the month from 4:30 to 6 p.m. To register for this program or 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.

bonus. So much to see, you don't have to gamble. $239 per person, double occupancy. Medieval Times Dinner Theatre, Hanover, Md., Sunday Oct. 14, $60. Leave Seaford 1:30 p.m. and return about 9:15 p.m. You will have full-course dinner while watching knights, riding stallions, in hand-to-hand combat. Call Rose Wheaton at 629-7180.

Toastmasters

Trip to Myrtle Beach

Toastmasters of Southern Delaware meets every second and fourth Thursday of the month in Bay Shore Community Church at 6 p.m. Develop your public speaking skills in a supportive environment. Contact Joy Slabaugh at 846-9201, or joy@estfinancial.com.

Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla

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.

Trips Seaford AARP Trips

AARP Chapter 1084 is taking reservations for the following trips: Rainbow Dinner Theatre, Sept. 26 for the comedy, "Tons of Money." Cost is $60 for transportation, dinner, show and gratuities. Foxwood & Mohegan Sun Casinos, Oct. 8-10. Motorcoach transportation, 2 nights lodging, 3 meals and $25 casino

The Nanticoke Senior Center is having a Myrtle Beach trip on Oct. 15 through 20 for six days and five nights. The cost is $790 for double occupancy. A deposit of $200 is due upon signing and final payment due no later than Sept. 7. The trip includes : The Alabana Theatre, The Carolina Opry, Brookgreen Gardens Guided Tour, Carolina Elegance Tour, and Historic Georgetown, S.C. Dinner choices at The Parsons Table, Ryan's Steak House, and The Chestnut Hill Restaurant. All tips and gratuities are included.

Trip to Franklin Institute

Nanticoke Senior Center's trip to Tutankhanmun and The Golden Age of The Pharaohs at The Franklin Institute will be on July 24. Bus leaves at 9 a.m. Cost is $57 for members and $62 for non-members. The trip includes: Motor Coach Transportation, a lunch at the Old Country Buffet, admission to the exhibit, and all tips and gratuities. Pay when you sign up at the front desk.

Food GSCC Legislative Breakfast

The Greater Seaford Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to the Legislative Breakfast on Thursday, July 26, 7:30 a.m., at the Methodist Manor House, 1001 Middleford Road, Seaford. Local state representatives and senators have been invited to answer your questions concerning issues facing you and the local business community. Moderator will be Ron Marvel. Full Buffet Breakfast, including gratuity - $8 each. Members and guests are welcome. R.S.V.P. no later than Monday, July 23.

Chicken Barbecue

The American Legion Post 6, located at 230 Front St., Seaford, is holding a chicken barbecue on Saturday, July 7, at 11 a.m. The cost is $6.50, and includes 1/2 chicken, baked beans, roll and potato salad.

Breakfast Cafe

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Airport meeting

The next regular meeting of the Sussex County Airport Committee will be held on Wednesday, July 11, at the Sussex County Administrative Offices building, 22215 DuPont Highway (West Complex Building, Rt. 113), Georetown, at 10 a.m.

Marine Corps League

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

Sons of Confederate Veterans

The Maj. Gen. Arnold Elzey Camp #1940, Sons of Confederate Veterans meets the first Wednesday of each month in the lower level of the Salisbury Library at 7 p.m.

Trap Pond Partners

Trap Pond Partners’ monthly meeting will be held at the park's Nature Center, the second Wednesday of each month. Anyone interested in Trap Pond State Park is invited to attend. For information, call 875-5153.

Cancer Support Group

The Wellness Community-Delaware is offering a support group for people affect-

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Education Department of education receives $1.5 million grant

The Golden Dragon Acrobats, world’s leading Chinese acrobatic troupe, perform at the Delaware Technical and Community College gala. Photo by Steve Theis

Delaware Tech gala features acrobatic troupe from China On April 28 at Delaware Technical & Community College, Georgetown, the guests socialized, experienced an array of foods, participated in ethnic activities and watched a performance by the world’s leading Chinese acrobatic troupe. The annual gala, Starry, Starry Night, at the Owens Campus was, according to the college, a “resounding success.” Hosted by the Owens Campus Development Council in collaboration with underwriter Discover Bank, the fundraiser netted a record $150,000 plus, which will benefit scholarships and academic support services for students. Carl M. Freeman Communities sponsored the performance of the Golden

Dragons, the Chinese acrobatic troupe. Other major gala sponsors were: Legacy Sponsor - Philip Bills Gold sponsors - Joseph and Ellen Goldstein; Massey’s Landing Park; PATS Aircraft, LLC; Hertrich Family of Dealerships Silver sponsors - Ida Mae Ellis; Pat Campbell-White; Dr. Carol Owens & Dr. Louis Owens; Raymond & Blanche Baker; Comcast; Nemours Health & Prevention Services; Delaware National Bank; Delmarva Power; i.g. Burton; and BB&T. Comcast and Delmarva Power also support the annual galas held by other Delaware Tech campuses.

Esterson earns bachelor’s degree

Courtney Esterson

Courtney Esterson of Seaford graduated from Barton College in Wilson, N.C., on May 20, 2007. She is the daughter of Chris and Debbie Esterson, and granddaughter of Neil and Janet Esterson of Seaford. She received a bachelor of science degree in education of the deaf and hard of hearing and a bachelor of science degree in elementary education. She will begin teaching deaf education in Raleigh, N.C., this fall. She is currently working for the Autism Society of North Carolina. She is a 2003 Seaford High School graduate.

The Wallace Foundation, headquartered in New York City, has announced the Delaware Department of Education (DOE) has been awarded $1.5 million to continue its work in strengthening a statewide school leadership system. Since 2001, DOE has received a total of $1.4 from the foundation to focus on school leadership. In collaboration with higher education, the school districts, professional organizations and the legislature, DOE has been able to develop a cohesive system for school leaders that has since received national attention. Beginning with the adoption of national standards for school leaders in 2001, DOE has developed policies focusing on improving the quality of school leaders. This includes a redesign of pre-service preparation programs for new principals and superintendents at the University of Delaware, Delaware State University and Wilmington College. Other initiatives include the establishing of a professional development continuum for school leaders that is aligned to the school leader standards and provides high quality professional development for both new and practicing administrators. Other initiatives focusing on school leadership include the Delaware Performance Appraisal System II (DPAS II), currently being phased in for five Delaware school districts and three charter schools. DPAS II is a national model for assessing the effectiveness of building

principals, district office administrators, and superintendents. Also, twelve middle and high school leadership teams have received training in distributed leadership while eight districts and charter schools have implemented models of succession planning. Currently, Delaware has more than 100 aspiring school leaders who have been prepared to step into the role of assistant principal or principal as a result of succession planning. The state’s mentoring program for school leaders is currently being redesigned to provide stronger support and coaching for new school leaders. “This generous grant from the Wallace Foundation is a wonderful opportunity for us to continue the important work of all of our initiatives,” said Secretary of Education Valerie A. Woodruff. “Effective leadership is second only to effective teachers in ensuring high levels of student achievement. I am delighted that the Wallace Foundation has such confidence in us.” “The Wallace Foundation approved this grant to highlight our ongoing initiatives,” said project director Jacquelyn O. Wilson, Ed.D. “At the same time, they have challenged Delaware to continue to focus on working conditions for school leaders and continuous school improvement. Their investment in Delaware clearly acknowledges the work we have done but also prompts us to share the lessons we have learned with other states.”

St. John’s p.m. class has openings St. John’s Preschool is accepting registrations for the afternoon session of the pre-kindergarten program. Classes meet Monday through Thursday, 12:25 p.m. to 2:55 p.m., beginning in September. Children must turn 4 by Aug. 31 to be eligible for the program. St. John’s Preschool is a community

ministry of St. John’s United Methodist Church offering preschool classes for young children in a hands-on, secure Christian environment. Contact administrator Connie Halter at 629-2289 or via email at shine5264@hotmail.com for further information.

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Education briefs Driving education students learn from UD safety program

The summer driver’s education classes conducted by the Sussex Tech Adult Division were recently visited by the University of Delaware’s Community Traffic Safety Program. Directed by Mike Love, the university’s program strives to make young, new drivers aware of the obstacles and challenges they will face on the highways. Teaching aides include a motorized go-cart that can be remotely disabled while students are driving it through an obstacle course and 3-D goggles that distort the vision of students while they are pedaling a tricycle.

LEARNING THE ROPES - Members of the Delaware National Guard’s Counterdrug Task Force were on hand Tuesday, June 26, to work with Upward Bound students at Delaware Technical & Community College, Georgetown. Guard members put students through the task force’s mobile ROPES (Rugged Outdoor Physical Experience System) activities. Above, from front to back, are Kelly Korosko, from Long Neck, Mayra Torres, from Georgetown, Jimmy Senatus, from Seaford, and Faith Hayes, from Seaford. Below, Upward Bound student Ebony Palmer, from Greenwood, leads fellow students on the balance beam during the exercises. Joining Ebony in the exercise are, from front, Joey Korosko, from Long Neck, Megan Davis, from Millsboro, Laura Hernandez, from Greenwood, Rosalie Magathan, from Frankford, and Nick Spalt, from Millsboro

Photography basics taught at Delaware Tech camp

Children ages 6 to 15 can learn the art of photography this summer at Delaware Technical & Community College, Georgetown. Broken up into three classes, the camp is part of the 2007 “Kid’s on Campus” program. Campers will learn how to capture a special moment or subject using various photography

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Sussex Tech instructor Kevin Elzie watches as Jessie Young of Seaford (left) and Keith Peterman of Lincoln navigate the obstacle course in a disabled go-cart.

techniques. They will also learn how to save photos in keepsake albums and scrapbooks. The photography camp is separated by age groups with one week each for little campers (ages 6-8), middle age (ages 911), and older campers (ages 1215). Little campers will be provided with disposable cameras while the other two age groups will need to bring digital cameras to camp with them. For more information on the photography camp, or any of this summer’s other kid’s camps,

contact the Corporate and Community Programs office at 302854-6966.

Students on dean’s list at Salisbury University

More than 20 Sussex Countyarea students were named to the dean’s list at Salisbury University for the spring 2007 semester. Bridgeville - Lauren Correll and Sarah Pritchett. Laurel - Christopher Boyce, Frances Lawrence, Ashley Mocella and Jessica Morgan.

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Church Bulletins Covered dish and karaoke

Join us on July 21 at 6 p.m. at the Bethel Community House for our monthly covered dish super and evening of karaoke with Jerry Butler. Everyone is welcome.

A-Y-C-E Spaghetti dinner

Centenary UM Church, Poplar & Market Sts., Laurel, will host an a-y-ce spaghetti dinner on Saturday, July 21 from 4-6:30 p.m. in the dining room. Adults are $5, Children 6 - 12 are $3 and children under 6 eat for free. Dinner is sponsored by the Promise Keepers and benefits the college scholarship fund.

Quest for truth

Christ Lutheran Church in Seaford is having its Quest for Truth vacation Bible school on July 9-13 from 6-9 p.m. Ages 3-12 are welcome.

venture. Through their adventures, children will be challenged to Trust in God's Plans, Unite with God's People, Train for God's Service, Follow in God's Path and Lead other to God's Promises. An afordable family meal will be offered each night. Dinner will be at 5:30 p.m. and the Vacation Bible School is from 5:45-8 p.m. Register early by calling 629-4458.

Union U.M.C. V.B.S. Aug. 6-10

A Vacation Bible School will be held Aug. 6-10, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Union United Methodist Church, 2 N. Laws St., Bridgeville. For more information, call 337-7409.

Bridgeville Vacation Bible School

Laurel Baptist Church will hold a vacation Bible School on July 9-12 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Registration and kickoff is on July 8 at 6 p.m. The family night and finale is on July 13 at 7 p.m.

Bridgeville Charge United Methodist Churches will be having Vacation Bible School nightly from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. on July 9-13 at Mt. Calvary United Methodist Church, 28 Church Street, Bridgeville. Anyone between the ages of 4 thru Adult are invited to attend. The theme is "Word Up". Snacks will be served. For more information, call 337-7019. Rev. Baron N. Hopkins, Sr. is the Pastor.

Mt. Olivet's V.B.S

Southern Gospel Quartet

VBS at Laurel Baptist

Mt. Olivet's Vacation Bible School will be held the evenigns of July 16-20. This year, the program is SonForce Kids, a week of out-of-this-world ad-

The Anchormen in concert, Saturday, July 21, 7 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Tabernacle, 337 Tilghman Road, Salisbury.

No admission charge - a love offering will be taken. One of Southern Gospel's premier quartets, they will be singing their latest release, "Reach Out To Jesus," plus many old favorites.

cation Bible School. Sunday, Aug. 12 - At 7 p.m., Community Hymn Sing. Saturday, Aug. 18 - At 7 p.m., Ice Cream Social.

St. John's Vacation Bible School

Centenary Church Gospel Café

Vacation Bible School for St. John's United Methodist Church will be July 9-13 from 6-8 p.m. for ages fourth through fifth grade. "Water Works" is an exciting way to learn about the miracles of Jesus. St. John's is located at Pine and Poplar streets, Seaford. Call 629-9466 to register or for more information.

Union UMC Summer Events

The Union United Methodist Church in Bridgeville announces upcoming Summer events. Any questions, call 245-4426. Sunday, July 15, at 7 p.m., Community Praise and Worship Night. July 30-Aug. 3 - "Son Seekers" Day Camp for children ages 5-10. Sunday, Aug. 5, at 5:30 p.m., Faith and Family Night. There will be a Shorebirds game, then a concert performed by Higher Ground. Following the concert there will be a Fireworks Extravaganza. Tickets are only $5. For $22 you can meet a member of Higher Ground and enjoy a two-hour all-you-can-eat buffet. $1 from every ticket is donated to the Joseph House. Monday, Aug. 6-10 - At 6 p.m., Va-

Centenary UM Church, Poplar & Market Streets, Laurel, is hosting Christian music each Saturday beginning at 6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the church. Bruce & Nancy Willey are presenting live Christian music, fellowship, and refreshments. July guest singers are: July 7: Extravaganza “A Coming Together” of many gospel singers and groups across from Pizza King in the park July 14: C. Bud Scott and Walkin Talkin, Dawn Hopkins and Don White July 21: Dan Welch, April Rosser, Calvin Hearn and Sam Hearn July 28: “Revived” Centenary Praise Team and Ray and Trevor Marine Every week, Mary Ann Young joins us! Everyone is invited to attend. Come as you are. For more information, contact the Church office at 875-3983 or Bruce Willey at 875-5539.

Movie Night

On July 21 at 7 p.m. Christ Lutheran Church will have a movie night. The movie will be End of the Spear, a powerful story of sacrificial evangelism, forgiveness and reconciliation based on actual events.

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 Tina Whaley

“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 9:50 am 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 Sunday Traditional Family Worship, 11:00 a.m.

Rev. John W. Van Tine, Pastor, 875-3983 200 W. Market St., Laurel, Del.

CHURCH OF CHRIST

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

CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 510 S. Central Ave., Laurel, DE Rev. Fred Duncan Church: 875-4233 Parsonage: 875-3398 Sunday Services: 8:30am Praise 9:30am Sunday School,11am Worship

DIAL DAILY DEVOTIONS: 875-4309

St. Philip’s Episcopal Church & Old Christ Church

600 S. Central Ave., P.O. Box 293 Laurel, DE 19956 ~ (302) 875-3644 Rev. Rita B. Nelson, Rector

Holy Eucharist with Healing and Church School ~ Sunday @ 9:30 am

Christ Evangelistic Church Great Worship - Talented Singers Loving People - Powerful Preaching Youth Group Sunday Night 7 pm

Worship 11 a.m. • Sun. School 10:00 a.m. Wed. Night 7:00 p.m. • Sun. Night 7:00 p.m. Located on Bethel Road between the Dual & Alt. 13 For info call: 629-3674 or 875-2915 Sr. Pastor Roland Tice

HARVEST CHRISTIAN CHURCH “Heart Felt Praise” Relevant Bible Teaching Children’s Ministry Midweek Bible Study Tom Birowski, Pastor Seaford, Del. • 628-7771 94 Walnut St. Laurel, DE 19956

875-7873 “A Place to Belong” SUNDAY WEDNESDAY Underground Family Worship (7-12 grade) 6:15 p.m. 10:45 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Prayer Team ‘The Table’ God’s Big Back Yard (last Wed. of mo) 7:00 p.m. 9:30 a.m.

Centrally located at 14511 Sycamore Rd., Laurel, DE 19956 Sunday School - 9 a.m.; Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. FasTrak Children’s Ministry - 10:30 a.m.; E318 Youth - 6 p.m. Wednesday Midweek Services - 7 p.m.

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

St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Road 68, South of Laurel Laurel, Del. Sun. School 10 a.m. • Worship 9 & 11 a.m. Wed. Night Bible Study 7 p.m. Hymn Sing: Last Sunday Each Month - 7 p.m. www.StPaulsUMCLaurelDE.org

Pastor - Donald Murray - 856-6107

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

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Parenting is your job By the Rev. Todd K. Crofford Laurel Weslyan Church

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ASTOR S ERSPECTIVE Some jobs just don't come with advance warnings. In particular, today I am thinking Unfortunately, too about parenting. many parents forget I remember when Gabrielle, my oldest, was in the womb and that their job is to be I would talk to my wife’s belly (i.e. to Gabrielle). I would say Dad or Mom, not best things like “Daddy loves you” friend or buddy. and “I can’t wait to see you” and “Come out and play soon.” All the normal daddy dribble. blemaker have on their kids. Yet surI never said things like, “When vey after survey shows that children your diaper is poopy, I am going to are given their moral compass most change you.” Don't recall whispering, powerfully by their parents. “When you have a cold, don't worry, Unfortunately, too many parents I’ll stay up all night.” Never did get forget that their job is to be Dad or around to saying, “If you wet your bed Mom, not best friend or buddy. Too I will change you, bathe you, put on many are so afraid of upsetting their fresh sheets, and launder the dirty child, they cave to their every whim ones all at 2:00 in the morning with and end up wrecking their child. only one eye open!” The Bible reminds us that parents Over time I discovered that that that love their children discipline their was part of parenthood, just as much children. Don't forget that many kids as the fun stuff of hugging and kissing push against the curbs because they and rocking to sleep. really want to know they are still Face it, being a parent has certain there. requirements and signing up to parentThey need a parent who is man or hood means following through on the woman enough to stand up and say, requirements- requirements that morph “You will behave this way because it into different things as your children is right and at your current age what’s grow. right is mine to decide, not yours.” Absolute top of the list of those reIn time, the full moral compass is quirements is helping your children complete and you hand it over to your develop a moral compass. Just as you child. They become physically, legalteach your children to tie their shoes, ly and functionally of an age where throw a ball, or bake a cake, there are they get to make just about all of their the deeper lessons that you will imown decisions. part. Just be careful not to turn that over You will teach them what real honwhen they are too young just because esty and integrity means. You will you didn’t want to be the heavy. counsel them on how to behave with Some day that child that “hated the opposite sex. You will model for you” because you made them obey a them how to treat your mate, how to curfew will thank you for it. love this country, and how to relate to They may never do so verbally, but God. to see your child become a fine adult I know many parents who bemoan will be payback enough for a job well the amount of influence that TV and classmates and the neighborhood trou- done.

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

Rev. Michael A. Hopkins, Pastor SUNDAY WEDNESDAY 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

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

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

302-629-8434 • www.graceseaford.org

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.

SEAFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

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

LAUREL-MT. PLEASANT CHARGE 27225 Kaye Road, Laurel, DE 19956 Ph: (302) 875-7814

www.livingwaterworship.com Pastor: Rev. Timothy P. Jones

Sunday Morning Wed. Bible Study & Worship & Children’s Children’s Discovery Club 7:00 PM Ministries 10:00 AM “Flowing in Power and Love to a Parched and Thirsty World”

Passing on God’s Love and Grace in Laurel, Delmar & Surrounding Area United Methodist Churches

King’s St. George’s Mt. Pleasant

Worship Sun. Sch.

Gordy Rd. .......... 8:50....10:00 St. George Rd. .... 10:10..... 9:00

Mt. Pleasant Rd. 9:30,11:30..10:15 Pastor Barbara Auer

VICTORY TABERNACLE River of Life Christian Center 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 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 Group (grades 7-12) 7:00 Evening Service

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

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 & 11:00 Sunday Evening Worship and Children’s Ministries 6 p.m. Wednesday Youth Ministries 6:30 p.m. Church 875-5380 • Sr. Pastor Todd Crofford Assistant Pastor Ken Deusa Asst. Pastor/Youth: Sue Boyce Children’s Pastor: Marilyn Searcey

17 W. Market St., Greenwood, DE 302349-9420 Pastors Joseph & Yvonne Dixon WORSHIP SERVICE: SUN. 11 AM BIBLE STUDY: WED. 7:30 PM

Proclaiming Faith 4 pm Sunday on WKDI 840 AM Radio

Food Outreach Emergency Food

www.river-oflife.org

Sailor’s Bethel United Methodist Church Bethel, DE Pastor Arthur Smith III Sunday School - 10 am Worship - 11:15 am Nursery Provided office 875-3628

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

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

“The Pickle Church” CHRIST THE CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH PICKLE MINISTRIES OUTREACH & CORNERSTONE NOTE MUSIC MINISTRY Corner of Bethel Rd. & Alt. 13 • 302-875-8150 Worship Svce 10 a.m. - Rev. Rick Elzey Church School & Jr. Church 10 a.m. - Pastor Doris Whaley Wings of Prayer Tues. 7 p.m. Exploring God’s Word, Wed. 7 p.m.

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Obituaries John C Hopkins John C. Hopkins III, Christian, devoted husband and father, entrepreneur and sailor, passed away July 1, 2007 after a long and difficult battle with cancer. He leaves a loving wife of 50 years, Lou Ann; three sons and their wives, John M. and Dawn of Fort Wayne, IN and Point Verdra, FL; Keller and Joann of Bridgeville, DE; and Eaton & Rebecca of Malvern, PA. Also dear to his heart were his 13 grandchildren and a great grandson. In addition, he is survived by a sister, Dorothy Chaffinch and her husband Richard of Orlando, FL; and a brother, Jack Parker and his wife Lorrie of Virginia Beach, VA. Mr. Hopkins was affiliated with various civic and Christian organizations over the years. He was one of the original group that brought Christian Radio, WOLC, to the Eastern Shore. He founded Comfort, Inc. a mechanical contracting business that, for 25 years, served the entire Delmarva Peninsula. Since his retirement, he was privileged to have enjoyed many years of cruising with his wife on their sailboat, "Morning Star" and it was his pleasure to have shared many of those times aboard with friends and relatives. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday July 7, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. at Union United Methodist Church, 2 Laws Street, Bridgeville, DE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to WOLC, P.O. Box 130, Princess Anne, MD 21853. Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Hardesty Chapel, Bridgeville. On-line condolences may be sent to: condolences@parsellfuneralhomes.com.

Virginia Sue (Paxson) Jefferson, 70 Virginia Sue (Paxson) Jefferson of Bridgeville passed away Friday, June 22, 2007, at Christiana Medical Center in Christiana. She was born April 1, 1937 in Camden, N.J., a daughter of Edward and Catherine

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

(Eskridge) Paxson. Mrs. Jefferson was an avid reader and she loved the challenge of the Sunday crossword puzzle. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was the love of her daughter's life. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Erving Jefferson (2007), and two sons, Larry Jester and Frank Jefferson. She is survived by her daughter, Catherine Smoot of Bridgeville; three sons, Robert Alfred Bitler, Sr. of Ellendale, Kenny Jester and Erving "Jeff" Jefferson, both of Seaford.Also surviving are 11 grandchildren: Daniel Jester and Amber Smoot, both of Alexandria, Va., Robert Bitler, Jr., Devon Bitler, and Chelsea Grant, all of Bridgeville, Nikki Bitler of Seaford, Kyle Bitler, Tyler Bitler and Adam Bitler, all of Ellendale, Brienna Sockriter of Milton, and Stephanie Maston of Harrington; her two devoted friends, Elearrena Rafale and Connie West, both of Bridgeville; and a sister, Nancy Johnson of Newark. Calling hours were on Friday, June 29, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Hardesty Chapel, Bridgeville. All funeral services were private. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Diabetes Association, 100 W. 10th St., Suite 1002, Wilmington, DE 19801. Send online condolences to: condolences@parsellfuneralhomes.com

Charles Ray Gammon, 82 Charles Ray Gammon of Seaford, formerly of Salisbury, died Monday, June 25, 2007, at Methodist Manor House in Seaford. He was born in Great Bridge, Va., a son of Charles C. Gammon and Anne Baxter Gammon. Charles grew up in the Great Bridge area of old Norfolk County and graduated from Great Bridge High School in 1941. After high school, he earned his electrical engineering degree from Virginia Tech, where he was an avid fan of the Hokie football team.

After working for a number of years at the Naval shipyard in Norfolk, Va., he joined the US Army and proudly served his country during the end of World War II. After the war, he worked as an electrical engineer for Delmarva Power & Light for more than 30 years. He was a charter member of Christ United Methodist Church in Salisbury and a member of Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church in Seaford. He was an avid gardener and loved to read. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Rupert, and four sisters, Maysville, Nan, Josie and Edith. He is survived by his wife of over 57 years, Jeanne Pebworth Gammon; four children, Allison Ray Weaver of Chesapeake, Va., Stephen Kent Gammon of Chesapeake, Va., Virginia "Ginny" Gammon of Hebron, and Charles Lee Gammon of Chesapeake; two granddaughters, Anne Michelle Weaver and Heather Kirby; four great-grandchildren, Ashley Weaver, Quinn, Molly and Gabriel Kirby; and several nieces and nephews. A Service of Celebration was held Sunday, July 1, in the Perdue Chapel at the Methodist Manor House in Seaford. Following the services, family and friends were invited to a reception at the Methodist Manor House. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Methodist Manor House

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

9 am Contemporary Service 10 am Sunday School 11 am Traditional Worship Youth Group (Sun. 6 p.m.)

Benevolence Fund, 1001 Middleford Road, Seaford, DE 19973. Arrangements are being handled by Short Funeral Home of Delmar. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com.

Mark Daniel Russell, 57 Mark Daniel Russell of Delmar died Monday, June 25, 2007, in Ocala, Fla. He was born in Lewes, a son of Melba T. Russell of Delmar, Del. and the late Edgar A. Russell. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a sister, Vicky C. Parks. In addition to his mother, he is survived by two sisters, Sharon L. Dawson of Seaford, and Cindy Ann Moyer of Laurel; a brother, C. David Russell, Sr. of Delmar; and several nieces and nephews. A funeral service with military honors was held Monday, July 2, at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Millsboro. The Rev. Sam McWilliams officiated. Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Russell's memory to the American Heart Association, Memorial Processing Center, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058. Arrangements were in the care of Short Funeral Home of Delmar. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com.

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Edward D. Miles, 66 Edward D. Miles of Seaford died on June 15, 2007 at home. Mr. Miles was the son of Fannie M. Miles and Edward Miles and was born in Baltimore, Md. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Martha R. Buckman. His sisters, Helen Short, Elaine Huddy, Beverly Long and Carolyn Rasinski survive him. He is also survived by his children, Edward Miles, Cheryl Hampson, Vicki Russell and Nancy Petrucsi and eight grandchildren. Memorial Services were held on Saturday, June 30, at the LaPlata United Methodist Church in LaPlata, Md. Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Arrangementswere handled by the Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford, DE.

Paul James Lewis Paul James Lewis, Sr., 74, crossed over to meet his Lord on Saturday, June 30, 2007 at home with his family by his side. He was born in Berlin, Maryland, the son of the laye Alfred and Rhoda Paul James Lewis Lewis. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Carolyn Darby Lewis. He also leaves four children, Clinton Lewis and his wife Jodi of Greenwood, Delaware, Cheryl Einstein and her husband Jake, of Salisbury, Maryland, Sabrina Papps of Annapolis, Maryland and Paul J. Lewis, Jr. and his wife Laura of Salisbury, Maryland. Also surviving him is a step-daughter, Linda Thomas of Norwich, Connecticut; nine grandchildren, Clinton Lewis, Jr. of Seaford, Delaware, Connie Lewis of Delmar, Maryland, Heather Wilkerson and her husband Corry of Princess Anne, Maryland, Samuel Paul Papps of Annapolis, Maryland, Ryan Lewis of Salisbury, Maryland, Kyle Lewis of Salisbury, Maryland, Crystal Nibblett and her husband Stephen of Princess Anne, Maryland, Eric Thomas of Norwich, Connecticut and Christine Peters of Powellville, Maryland; and ten great-grandchildren. He is also survived by four sisters, Beulah Lewis and her husband Benjamin of Salisbury, MD, Alice Steininger and her husband Frank of Salisbury, MD, Madeline Toomey and her husband Floyd of Georgetown, DE and Emma Gray of Dover, Tenn. He also leaved many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Catherine Adams and Margaret Casino. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1951-1955, after graduating from Millsboro High School. He then began his career with the U.S. Department of Agriculture as a Federal Inspector, where he worked for 33 years before retiring in 1986. He later worked as a State Grader

for the U.S.D.A. for the State of Maryland for 9 years. He loved traveling and spent many years traveling with his wife in their motor home. They were members of the Delmarva Winnies Motor Club. He was also a member of the First Baptist Church of Delmar, where he enjoyed doing the Children’s Sermons each Sunday. He loved these children, and they showed a great love for him. A viewing for family and friends will be held on Monday, July 2, 2007 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 501 Bi-State Blvd, Delmar, MD. A funeral service will be conducted by Reverend Barry Devine on Tuesday at 1:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church, where family and friends may call from 10:00 to 11:00. Interment will follow the services at Springhill Memory Gardens in Hebron. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, MD 21802, or First Baptist Church of Delmar Building Fund, P.O. Box 200, Delmar, DE 19940. Arrangements are being handled by Short Funeral Home of Delmar. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com

John Ellis Anderson, 89 John Ellis (Jack) Anderson of Seaford was called to the Lord on June 26, 2007, after a brief illness. Jack was born in Wilmington on July 7, 1917, the eldest of three sons, born to John and Greta Prettyman Anderson. He moved to Seaford with Libby in 1940, where he worked for the DuPont Company as a supervisor until he retired in 1976. He was a member of Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church where he was a host and usher and was active in the couples club. He was a Mason, a volunteer for "meals on wheels," and the Seaford Senior Center where he prepared tax returns for the elderly, and the Seaford PTA. He was an avid body surfer and loved spending time with his family at Fenwick Island and Ocean City. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brothers, Charlie and Bob. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of more than 70 years, Elizabeth (Libby) Wallace Anderson; his three children and their spouses, Kay Anderson Mellenthien and husband Dick, Pete Anderson and wife Sandy, and Susan Anderson Price and husband Frank. He is also survived by his six grandchildren, Judy Mellenthien Farr and husband Rich, Donna and Rob Mellenthien, Scott Anderson and wife Karen, Cauley Price and wife Heather, and Carey Price; a step-grandson, Bill Ashmore and wife Jeanne and 10 great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held for family and friends on Monday, July 2, in the Methodist Manor House, Seaford, with the Rev. Thomas Gross officiating. Arrangements were by Watson-Yates Funeral Home, Seaford.

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Sussex Habitat announces plans for ReStore facility As part of Habitat's Environmental Initiative and as house builders and good stewards of the earth's natural resources, Habitat affiliates across the nation and around the world are always searching for cost-effective, best-practice construction methods. As a result, partner families enjoy healthier, more energy-efficient and durable housing at the lowest possible cost. In the planning stages, Sussex County Habitat for Humanity is embarking on an additional new mission - to establish a recycling center with proceeds enhancing the construction of traditional Habitat homes for more County families. Called a ReStore, the facility will accept donations of new and "gently used" surplus and useable building materials, fixtures, furniture, appliances, tools and other surplus items and offer them to the public at bargain prices. The items will be sold at 50 percent or more below retail to lower income, budget-minded and do-it-yourself customers. All profits from the ReStore will be used to build more houses with partner families in need of decent, affordable housing in safe neighborhoods. Additionally, the ReStore serves society and the environment by reducing the resources consumed and by minimizing

waste in landfills. For builders and consumers, landfill disposal costs are reduced. "The ReStore is a tremendous opportunity for retail and wholesale merchants, manufacturers, building supply stores, contractors, demolition crews, and individuals who wish to show their support for Habitat," said Jeff Joseph, Steering Committee chairperson. "Our biggest concern at the present time is finding a warehouse-type building near our Habitat office in the Georgetown area, which is centrally located for all county residents and businesses. We are searching for a 7,000- to 15,000-squarefoot building at an affordable rent. "There are additional economic incentives for donors. Donors can use the value of their donations to the ReStore as tax donations. To maintain this status, the ReStore will not buy inventory and only contributed material will be sold," explains Kevin Gilmore, executive director of Sussex County Habitat for Humanity. Plans include a paid manager and a volunteer staff filling office, counter sales, material collections, warehouse operations, facilities and equipment maintenance positions. If you, or someone you know, would like to serve on the Building Search Committee, call Jeff Joseph at (302) 855-1153 or email: jclark165@comcast.net.

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Not red and blue states, but the United States Polls have shown our current president was elected because peoRANK ALIO ple felt he could keep Americans safe from terrorist attacks, not beThe Republican Party cause he was the better qualified and the religious right, candidate. For the past seven years he has both now losing popukept this country living in fear of larity, want you to beattacks as a diversion while he pushes his war agenda in Iraq, and lieve being a 'Liberal' is he has been successful in dividing a dirty word... Americans over issues of race, immigration, abortion, religion, all to bled! his advantage. Our health care system, in the richest Not since the Civil War has this country country in the world, is in shambles; a disbeen so divided. grace. While our government is providing After all, united we stand, divided we total health care with our tax dollars in fall; the losers have been middle class Americans, the ones who have the most to Iraq to their citizens, Americans in this country are denied health care every day. lose. Wages have not kept up with inflaA bill to provide insurance for all tion, good jobs have been lost and reAmericans was killed by the health indusplaced by low paying non-benefit jobs. try during the Clinton administration beThere are more poor people today than cause the drug companies would be conwhen Mr. Bush took office; oh yes, there trolled in how much they could soak us. are more millionaires, too. In Iraq they can charge as much as they The administration in Washington want and we pay the bill. boasts of creating new jobs, but they and Not only have manufacturing jobs been the Labor Department fail to say most of outsourced, we are also seeing minimum these jobs are minimum wage retail posiwage jobs such as telemarketers calling us tions. Even working families of husband during our dinner hour from India and othand wife can't make ends meet. er third world countries. No job is sacred Americans owe more in debt than ever anymore. before, and their savings are at a record Even vice-president Dick Chaney's forlow. mer company, Halliburton, has moved its More Americans each year are without headquarters to foreign soil, that after they health benefits and our hospitals are over were awarded contracts in Iraq without goflowing with patients who can't pay their bills. More hospitals are going under than ing through the bidding process and squandered billions of American dollars. ever before. Drug companies with their Now they won't have to pay taxes bepowerful and rich lobbying efforts paying cause they are headquartered in a foreign off our legislators in Washington, have a country. license to steal. We have become a country divided by Recently I had to take medication for an illness which my doctor said cost about colors: red states, conservative and Republican and blue states, liberal and Democra$150 a year ago, would probably be $200 tic. And when was the last time since the now. The cost of the prescription was in last presidential election have you seen an excess of $300; in a year’s time it dou-

orange alert putting this country on terrorist alert? How can they slice up Americans and determine who is a good person and who isn't? The Republican Party and the religious right, both now losing popularity, want you to believe being a 'Liberal' is a dirty word and St. Peter doesn't have a place in heaven for you if you are one. I thought U.S. Senator, now President wannabe, Barack Obama put this country into perspective when he was the keynote speaker at the Democrat Convention in 2004. The following are excerpts from his speech: "There are those who are preparing to divide us — the spin masters, the negative ad peddlers who embrace the politics of 'anything goes.' Well, I say to them tonight, there is not a liberal America and a conservative America — there is the United States of America. There is not a Black America and a White America and Latino America and Asian America — there's the United States of America. “The pundits like to slice-and-dice our country into Red States and Blue States. But I've got news for them too. We worship an ''awesome God" in the Blue States, and we don't like federal agents poking around in our libraries in the Red States. “We coach Little League in the Blue States and, yes, we've got some gay friends in the Red States. “There are patriots who opposed the war in Iraq and there are patriots who supported the war in Iraq. We are one people, all of us pledging allegiance to the stars and stripes, all of us defending the United States of America." The Senator's speech was an eloquent, politically correct way of simply saying we're all in the same boat, grab an oar and let’s row together as one country or sink and swim. Because a person in this country doesn't

support the war doesn't mean they don't support our troops who are dying for whatever reason we are in Iraq, and that by doing so they aren't as American as one who supports the war. If a person disagrees with the president's policy, that doesn't mean they don't love America. My father, an immigrant, chose to be an American. He travelled the globe 3,000 miles and worked as a laborer in many countries while making his way to this country. At times he could be critical of this country, but he would always say, "No matter what the faults of this country, this is still the best country in the world." There was no better American than my dad: flag out each American holiday, and the first to vote at the polls each election; you could set your clock by him on election day. If he was living today he would be defined as a liberal, against the war, but a true American who loved his country. Our troops, no matter what color of their skin all bleed red when they are hit by enemy fire; the color of their skin, or their sexual orientation or whether they are pro-life or pro-choice makes no difference when their bodies are brought home with a flag draped over them. They are Americans who died fighting because they were dedicated to serve their country whether they believed in the war or not. Our troops in Iraq have left their families, some lost their homes because they had to leave their regular jobs, some military families have divorced, some have come home maimed. When our troops are fighting side by side do you think they give a hoot if their partner is a conservative, liberal, gay, prolife, pro-choice or lives in a red or blue state? It would be a shame if they gave their lives in vain for a divided America. We need to live as one united America!

Seaford Fastenal participating in the 'Ultimate Drive Challenge' The Seaford Fastenal industrial and construction supply store will host the local running of Fastenal's nationwide "Ultimate Drive Challenge" on Tuesday, July 17. The challenge for contestants will be to sink three screws into wood and three screws into metal using a DeWalt cordless

impactor and then ratchet down a one-inch nut onto a strut — racing to drive down all 7 fasteners as quickly as they can. The top-10 fastest "drivers" nationwide will be flown to Homestead, FL to compete in Fastenal's "Ultimate Drive Off," the winner of which will "drive off" in a

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new $34,335 Dodge 1500 Laramie packed with tools and gear from DeWalt, Danaher, JOBOX, Delta, Kimberly Clark and Fastenal — a prize package estimated at nearly $50,000. The Ultimate Drive Challenge will be the centerpiece of the store's One Day Sales Event, an all-day sale featuring giveaways and door prizes, expert product demonstrations, a complimentary lunch, a truck packed with special promotional items, and 20% savings on everything in the store, including top-name power tools and thousands of parts and supplies. Fastenal's One Day Sales Event will be held on Tuesday, July 17, from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., and the Ultimate Drive Challenge will run from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The Seaford Fastenal store is located at 9308 Sussex Corporate Center Drive. "It's going to be a good time for everybody, whether you compete or not," said the contest's organizer, Darrell Bates. "For starters, it's a fun contest to watch, and you get a chance to check out everything we have on sale. Still, I'm encouraging everyone who comes into the store to go for it. Bring some friends to compete

against and have some fun. Who knows? you might end up qualifying and winning it all." Fastenal's nationwide Ultimate Drive Challenge is being supervised by a consistent, traveling team of organizers using the exact same materials, tools, rules and timing devices to ensure a fair competition among contestants at 550 Fastenal store One Day Sales Events from May 1 through Sept. 30. The individuals who record the top-10 fastest times will be flown by Fastenal to Homestead, Fla. for an expense-paid 3night/4-day stay. On November 17, 2007, the 10 finalists will go head-to-head at the "Drive Off" challenge at the Miami Fastenal store. The winner will receive a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Laramie, a JOBOX Truck Box, a DeWalt tool package, a Craftsman tool chest and tools, and a $500 American Express gift card from Kimberly Clark. The nine runners-up will each receive a DeWalt tool package, a Craftsman tool package, a JOBOX Truck Box, and a $50 American Express gift card from Kimberly Clark.

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On the Record Building Permits

• Tracy A. and William Faulkner, 225', SE/Route No. 501, 1329', SW/Route No. 515, Little Creek Hundred, Pole Barn, $14,400 • Lewis F. and Sherry Frampton, East side, First Street, Northwest Fork Hundred, Pole Building/Lein To, $21,500 • Dave A. Bailey, W/Cypress Drive, Lot No. 1, Seaford Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $104,000 • Leon R. Ellis, W/Cypress Drive, Lot No. 2, Seaford Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $104,000 • Leon R. Ellis, W/Cypress Drive, Lot No. 3, Seaford Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $104,000 • Leon R. Ellis, W/Cypress Drive, Lot No. 4, Seaford Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $104,000 • Pastor Diane Lofland, E/Route No. 525, 2350', N/Route No. 525, Nanticoke Hundred, Mission Building, $200,000 • John C. and Monica L. Wilhide, S/Route No. 16, Lot No. 3, Northwest Fork Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $113,472 • 06/14/07, Dennis A. Sysak, S/Rd. Broad Creek River, Lot No. 2, Little Creek Hundred, Pole Barn/Lein To, $23,320 • Scott N. and Denise Sturm, Fawn Grove II, Lot No. 27, Nanticoke Hundred, Family Room, $16,128 • Gale White, W/Rd. No. 592, Lot No. 1, Nanticoke Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $93,748 • George T. and Deloris Thompson, N/E Route No. 20, 400', N/W Route No. 479, Nanticoke Hundred, Family Room/Porch, $22,912 • John T. West, N/Rd. No. 483, 1056', W/Rd. No. 446, Nanticoke Hundred, Pole Barn, $14,400 • 06/15/07, Lloyd J. II and Julie Bradley, E/SD Rd. No. 474, 1120', S/Route No. 20, Broad Creek Hundred, Pole Building, $19,200 • Anglers Restaurant, Inc., N/S/Rd./Anglers Road, Lewes & Rehoboth Hundred, Restaurant/Deck/Deck, $509,280 • Richard and Deborah Slatcher, S/Route No. 46, Intersection of E/Route No. 526A, Nanticoke Hundred, Pole Barn/Fence, $12,000 • Kevin L. and Tiesha S. Niblett, NE/Rd. No. 78, 2040', N/Rd. No. 490A, Broad Creek Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $181,955 * 06/18/07, Melissa and Randy Hawkins, SE/Rd. No. 489, 1965', SW/Rd. No. 488, Broad Creek Hundred, Above Ground Pool, $10,999 • Daniel W. Sr. and Thelma A.

Butler, W/Rd. No. 592, 1150', S/Rd. No. 565, Nanticoke Hundred, Pole building, $16,770 • Wayne and Carol Papp, E/Route No. 600, 521', S/Route No. 597, Lot No. 4, Nanticoke Hundred, Bedroom/Bathroom/Office, $37,440 • Passwaters Farms LLC, Heritage Shores, Lot No. 243, Northwest Fork Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $134,490 • Ellis F. Hammond, S/Lincoln Avenue, Lot No. 1, Little Creek Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $140,000 • Paul and JoAnn Newell, Crestfield, Lot No. 22, Seaford Hundred, Deck/Deck, $18,360 • Lewis R. and Phyllis A. Van Kampen, Marathon Estates, Lot No. 25, Seaford Hundred, Dwelling w/Additions, $174,576 • Gene R. and Sandra Littleton, W/Route No. 505A, 1800', S/Route No. 505, Little Creek Hundred, Modular, $87,640 • Hickory Commons LLC, Commons at Radish Farm, Dagsboro Hundred, Building No. 12, Unit Nos. 1-6, $612,000

Marriage Licenses

Sussex County Clerk of the Peace George Parish joyfully announces the following couples have obtained marriage licenses: • Adrian Jerrod Jenkins, Sr., Bridgeville to Tawanda Lynette Murray, Bridgeville • Christopher Joseph Breski, Seaford to Wendi Marie Kimbrough, Seaford • Minh Quan, Seaford to Uyen Thi Thu Tran, Seaford • Charles Thomas Brittingham, Jr., Laurel to Tiffany Robyn Higgins, Laurel • Larry M. Wilson, Laurel to Gwendolyn C. Sturgis, Bridgeville • Dennis J. Johnson, Seaford to Patricia Lynne Barker, Seaford • John Nathaniel Lewis, Greenwood to Latoya Lee Wilcox, Greenwood • Timothy James Miller, Seaford to Tiffany Nichole Mullins, Seaford • Daniel Ryan Warfield, Bridgeville to Ashley Brooke Rittenhouse, Seaford • Craig A. Dickerson, Bridgeville to Leah Marie Thomas, Seaford • Hirron R. Long, Milton to Amanda Grace Parsons, Laurel • Sean Max Stallard, Seaford to Barbara Wintjen, Seaford • Joseph H. Steen, Bridgeville to Lisa Ann Winchester, Bridgeville • Steven James Williams, Laurel to Jill Nichole Viers, Laurel • Ryan Jeffrey Brooks, Greenwood to Sharon R. Stayton, Greenwood • Marlowe L. Pinkett, Seaford to Paula Vicie Copes, Millsboro

Deeds

• 12/29/06, Adele K. Hudsonto Janice M. Pinto and Lori A. Swift, parcel, Town of Lewes, Lewes & Rehoboth Hundred, $525,000 • 12/29/06, Kanwaljit S. Ahuja to Z3, LLC, Lot No. 58, Lands of Frederick L. Willey, Town of Bridgeville, parcel, Northwest Fork Hundred, $55,000 • 12/29/06, IFS Properties, LLC to Dale L. and Tonya S. Craft, Lot No. 56, and a small parcel of land west of Lot No. 56, Woodside Manor, Town of Seaford, subdivision, Seaford Hundred, $145,000 • 01/02/07, Trena S. Hansen to Linda McFarland and Matthew Jones, parcel, Seaford Hundred, $139,500 • 01/02/07, Dane Martin and Alan Colegrove to William J. and Debrah J. Manzo, Lot No. 67, Lands of Harvey D. Williams and William R. Williams, subdivision, Little Creek Hundred, $80,000 • 01/02/07, Dual Exchange Land Company, Inc. to Kenneth H. And Candice A. Weaver, Lot No. 4, Newton, subdivision, Northwest Fork Hundred, $255,000 • 01/03/07, Paul and Terese

Boswell McDonald, a/k/a Therese Boswell McDonald to Jeffrey R. and Janene M. Cashmer, Lot No. 3, Lands of Carl P. Jr. and Esther L. LeKites, Town of Bethany Beach, subdivision, Baltimore Hundred, $589,000 • 01/02/07, Carl M. Freeman Communities L.L.C. to William Woods Noel, III, Unit No. 301, Building No. 10-A, Bayside, Americana Bayside, condos, Baltimore Hundred, $540,714 • 01/03/07, Landmark Professional Center, LLC to L.M. Properties, L.L.C., parcel, Town of Laurel, Little Creek Hundred, $304,500 • 12/22/06, Wolfe Properties, Inc. to William J. and Kathy S. Cox, parcel, Broad Creek Hundred, $50,125 • 01/04/07, Young Sik and Su Cheon Kim to Woo Youn and Hyun O. Lee, parcel, Broad Creek Hundred, $640,000 • 11/30/06, Wayne D. King to Margaret Rowe, Lot No. 28, Smithville Estates, subdivision, Northwest Fork Hundred, $73,000 • 11/28/06, U.S. Home Corporation to John and Elizabeth McNamara, Lot No. 96, Phase I, Bayfront, subdivision, Indian River Hundred, $500,990 • 11/29/06, U.S. Home Corpo-

ration to Barbara Devine, Lot No. 403, Phase II, Heritage Shores, Town of Bridgeville, subdivision, Northwest Fork Hundred, $149,990 • 11/30/06, U.S. Home Corporation to John V. Vendetti and Robert E. Melanson, Lot No. 102, Phase I, Bayfront, subdivision, Indian River Hundred, $530,990 • 11/29/06, U.S. Home Corporation to Sterling L. Jr. and Deborah A. Wardell, Lot No. 367, Phase II, Heritage Shores, Town of Bridgeville, subdivision, Northwest Fork Hundred, $129,990 • 11/29/06, U.S. Home Corporation to Joseph C. and Sarah R. Effinger, Lot No. 392, Phase II, Heritage Shores, Town of Bridgeville, subdivision, Northwest Fork Hundred, $129,900 • 01/04/07, Little Meadows, Inc. to Harry Lester and Alice Elizabeth Vincent, Lot No. 63, Phase III, East Sixth Street, Little Meadows, Town of Blades, subdivision, Broad Creek Hundred, $69,900 • 11/30/06, Mears Farm, LLC to Brian Keith Bilbrough, Gail M. Bilbrouch, Robert A. Biddle, Jr. and David A. Burack, Lot No. 75, Mearfield, subdivision, Seaford Hundred, $278,189

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Arts & Entertainment Nationally known artist featured in Rehoboth If you haven't already heard of Dane Tilghman, you soon will. Working out of his showroom, a former funeral parlor in Coatsville, Pa., Tilghman paints with acrylics and focuses on four subjects - Music, sports, flowers and Black Americana. A 1975 graduate of Conestoga High School in Berwyn, Tilghman, now 49, did not easily find his way into artwork. "I struggled with the graphic arts, and that was my major," because a high school teacher had told him that skill would pay the rent. However, he loved fine art and that's what he crammed into his studies. "I had a great life-drawing teacher named Fred Keller. I took every illustration class they had, every photography class they had." Slowly, it worked. From starting with shows at a retirement home to taking first place at a competitive show at the African American Museum in Philadelphia, the first years after college began to pave a way to-

"Goin To Church" Original Acrylic on Canvas, from a 1920's photo, soon to be put into reproduction.

Cape Henlopen to host theatre camp Clear Space Productions is pleased to announce that their popular two-week Musical Theatre Summer Intensive has accepted a record-breaking number of students into the program - 104! This year the Musical Theatre Summer Intensive has moved to Cape Henlopen High School - the first completely air-conditioned space the camp has had in its three-year history in Sussex County. Classes began June 25 and will end July 6, with no classes on Wednesday, July 4. The 100-plus students have been divided into six age and experience appropriate groups. All students will perform together in two musical numbers, while each individual group will learn two more selections to be presented at both final performances on Friday, July 6.

Faculty instructors include: Clear Space Productions' co-founder and Executive Director, Ken Skrzesz, who will choreograph all 14 numbers for the students; Doug Yetter, Artistic Director of the Clear Space Theatre Company and resident Musical Director is the vocal instructor; Deb Rhoads, resident Costume Designer, will guide the students in designing and constructing costumes for their numbers; Nancy Powchrowski, a director, educator and member of the Rehoboth Writers' Guild, teaches acting for the Intensive; and Linda Chambers, a writer from Baltimore and the newest addition to the faculty, will teach playwriting. A limited number of tickets are available to the final performances on July 6. To reserve tickets, call the CSP box office at 302-644-3810, or online at www.ClearSpaceProductions.org.

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wards notoriety for Tilghman. Like Thomas Eakins and others, he has used photographs to set the scenes for his paintings. "A lot of the images I would work from were old, from the early 1900's," Tilghman said. In February, for Black History Month, Tilghman disbursed about 150 pieces to various places. He's bringing over 60 to the Philip Morton Gallery in Rehoboth Beach this weekend. "From an elderly slave man to a jazz musician, Dane is bringing some incredible offerings to us. His paintings are inspirational and moving," states Eric Davison, Director of the Philip Morton Gallery. "You can feel the emotion in his pieces." His work has appeared in Sports Illustrated, scholastic books published by McGraw-Hill, as well as the Western Journal of Black Studies. It's also appeared on TV shows such as "The Cosby Show" and "Roseanne." His work has been presented to various notables such as Dave Winfield, Ozzie Davis, Nelson Mandela, Bill Cos-

by, Nabisco Corporation, MBNA, Southco and Astra-Zeneca to name a few. "Dane already has some licensing deals, but four of his originals at the gallery can soon be seen all over the country in stores such as Bed, Bath and Beyond and Target, as they've been commissioned for reproductions. We're very fortunate to be able to offer his original work to the public," explained Davison. Tilghman and his wife, Rosalyn, have been married for over 20 years and have two children, Lauren and Daniel. The exhibit runs June 29 through July 13, with an opening reception to personally meet Mr. Tilghman on June 2. Tilghman's work currently in stock at the gallery can be viewed at www.philipmortongallery.com. The Philip Morton Gallery is located at 47 Baltimore Ave. in Rehoboth Beach, between Aqua and the Blue Moon. The gallery is open at 10 a.m. daily. Please call 302-727-0905, visit the website or email eric@philipmortongallery.com for more information.

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Arts & Entertainment Possum Juniors produce new play One of the best family entertainment deals of the summer is coming this July to Possum Point Players in Georgetown. The Possum Juniors' are excited to be performing "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe," based on the book by C.S. Lewis which was the basis for the movie "Narnia". The annual summer production at Possum Hall is produced and performed by the Possum Juniors group, or "PJs". This year's production, directed by Lucas Killion, a Senior at Sussex Central High School, has a large cast of students in ages from seven to 18. "The Lion" and "The Witch" of the story are the characters Aslan, played by Cody Shockley of Georgetown, and the White Witch, played by Allison Erskine of Georgetown. The four Pevensie children who have these adventures will be portrayed by Luke Warrington of Millsboro as Peter, Montana deKuyper of Lewes as Susan, Scott Wallen of Rehoboth Beach as Edmund and Bridget Killion of Lewes as Lucy. Other cast members include Peyton Lynch of Georgetown as Mr. Tumnus, and Drew Arnold and Grace Naylor, both of Milton, as Mr. and Mrs. Beaver. Additional characters, and Aslan's and the Witch's followers will be played by Lexi

and Lydia August of Rehoboth Beach, Amanda Boyer, Zane Ellis, Colleen Jenkins, Shane Lally of Lewes, Logan Lynch of Georgetown, Greg Manhard of Rehoboth Beach, Kaelyn and Kyle Maull of Millsboro, Chelsea and Michael McHugh of Milton, Suzy Messick of Laurel, Ryan Morse, Joey Portal of Millsboro, Conor Small of Lewes, Shelby Sunderland of Milton, Ben Warrington of Lewes and Ryder Willis of Lewes. Possum Point Players produces several shows a year, each with different casting requirements, usually emphasizing adult roles. When the Possum Juniors produce a show, it is an opportunity to exhibit the younger talent involved with the Players. "We're really looking forward to this show," said Possum administrator, Mary Cahill, "It's always good family entertainment, and there has been a lot of interest, partly because the movie is still so recent. The PJs really put a lot of work into the summer show." "The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe" opens on Wednesday, July 25, and runs through Sunday, July 29. Show times are 7 p.m. on July 25, 26, 27, and 28, and 2 p.m. on July 29. Tickets are $8 each, or $7 for Seniors and students, and are available by calling the Possum Point Ticketline at 302-856-4560.

Mary Poppins on Broadway The Adult Plus+ program at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus, is currently taking reservations for a summertime trip to see the new Broadway musical "Mary Poppins." The newest production from Oscarwinning director Richard Eyre tells the tale of the world's most famous nanny and is currently playing at New York's New Amsterdam Theatre. Featuring a dream team of vision and stagecraft, the production brings to life the story of the family, their magical nanny, and award-winning songs. Great orchestra seats are still available for the Wednesday, July 18 performance. For more information or to register, call the Adult Plus+ program office at 302-856-5618.

Lois Young to perform Lois Young, a national recording artist, songwriter, puppeteer, and ventriloquist, will present a delightful children's program at the Greenwood

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Free introduction to film making The Film Society is participating in Rehoboth Beach Public Library’s 2007 Summer Reading Program by offering a free, introduction to filmmaking series for children ages 9 to 13 years old. Children are encouraged to attend all three sessions per week to take full advantage of the series. Monday, July 9, 2007 (10:00 am – 12:00 pm) Story writing Wednesday July 11, 2007 (10:00 am – 12:00 pm) Costumes Friday, July 13, 2007 (10:00 am – 12:00 pm) Acting Rehoboth Beach Public Library, 226 Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach.

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Letters Record still unclear on Gen. Polk

I wish to thank Betty F. Young and Rudy Wilson for conducting the research and providing a source for the Rev. Leonidas Polk’s relationship to Seaford (Morning Star, June 21 – 27, 2007). Historian J. Thomas Scharf’s massive twovolume History of Delaware, published in 1888, contains a one-sentence reference on page 1,314 regarding Rev. Polk attending the Seaford Academy, for a time. To date, I have not found another Delaware reference that supports Dr. Scharf’s statement. If anyone knows of one, I would like to learn about it and incorporate into my research. My journey regarding Gen. Polk started over a year ago when I was seeking to add local color to a Civil War talk I presented to the Kiwanis Club. Gen. Leonidas Polk’s tie to Seaford was a story that would be an interesting footnote to Seaford’s participation in the war. During the ensuing year, the more information I have learned about the general, the more convinced I have become that he and Seaford both have compelling, interesting histories but they are not related. In an effort to learn more about the life of General Polk, I have read Joseph H. Parks’ biography, “General Leonidas Polk, C.S.A., The Fighting Bishop.” In addition, I contacted Dr. Glenn Robins, Georgia Southwestern University, who has written a recent book entitled, “The Bishop of the Old South, The Ministry and Civil War Legacy of Leonidas Polk,” and John Evans, who runs the Leonidas Polk Web site for Sewanee University, the University of the South. Gen. Polk is the first founder of the university and is revered there. Both of them have been very helpful, and both have stated they know of no ties between the general and Seaford. In addition, I have learned that Gen. Polk was considered a Christian martyr by some in the late 19th century due to his three diverse professions: clergyman, educator and warrior. He died in battle at Pine Mountain, Ga. Myths regarding his life have been perpetuated and monuments erected with inaccurate information. Some have included a K. as his middle initial, probably due to his distant relative President James K. Polk. Leonidas Polk did not have a middle name. Others have confused him with Leonidas Lafayette Polk, a notable North Carolina agrarian leader. One of the myths cited on the Polk Web site is the Confederate Grays of Delaware reference to Polk being a teacher in Seaford prior to the Civil War and heading south to fight for the Confederacy. The Grays refer to a Leader & State Register article written by editor emeritus, Wright Robinson, on January 20, 2000. Mr. Robinson admitted in his article that he “never was one to spend much time studying the military side of this nation’s terrible civil insurrection.” Mr. Robinson holds a rightful place of honor in the history of Seaford; however, this article of his is totally inaccurate. Two conflicting stories regarding Gen. Polk’s ties to Seaford exist: one as a student at the Seaford Academy, the other as a teacher in Seaford who went South to

fight for the Confederates. Based on my research, the first story is extremely unlikely, the second unequivocally untrue. I have contacted the Seaford Historical Society, of which I am a member, and asked if I could present a talk about Leonidas Polk and Seaford. My research is not complete, but I am continuing to learn more about both Gen. Polk and the roots of the Seaford story. I believe I am close to reaching a logical explanation for the local Leonidas Polk reference. I look forward to sharing it with the community. Fred D. Seth Jr.

Seaford

Soup can labels help kids of soldiers

As the 2007 – 2008 Department of Delaware chairman for the VFW National Home for Children, I would like to share one easy way to help the spouses and children of deceased and disabled veterans. The VFW National Home also opened its doors to the children of active duty personnel who need a home for their children while they serve our country at home and overseas. In speaking with a representative of the home a few days ago, I learned that the home is 4,000 labels short of acquiring a van this year. The home needs to have 4,000 labels by Aug. 1, 2007, in order to meet its goal. Here is how Delawareans can help: save your labels from Campbell’s products, Swanson broth and Pepperidge Farm products. Place the UPC codes in a clear plastic baggie labeled with the number of codes and send the UPCs and the Campbell’s product logo (soup can or Campbell Kid near the UPC barcode) to the VFW National Home for Children, 3573 S. Waverly Road, Eaton Rapids, MI 48827. Do not use tape, staples, colored string or rubber bands. If you cannot mail the labels, then contact a member of a local VFW Ladies Auxiliary and the Ladies Auxiliary can do it for you. The Campbell’s Labels for Education Program is a year-round program, but right now the home needs a little help for a deadline. Thank you for your help. For further details, contact the Department of Delaware VFW National Home for Children Chairman at (302)349-4220. Who knows? It could be your labels that make a difference in acquiring a van for the home this year. In the tradition of caring, Dr. Michaele S. Russell Department of Delaware Chairman VFW National Home for Children

To preserve Sussex, speak up!

Having just returned to Sussex County this year to take up life on a family farm after being in Ohio for ten years, I am slowly becoming acclimated to all of the changes that have occurred in my absence. On Tuesday, June 26, 2007 I attended a public hearing of the Sussex County Council to allow citizens of Sussex County to share their views about a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 115, Section 22 of the Code of Sussex County to increase the allowed density in AR-1 (agricultural land) from two single-family

homes per acre to four multi-family and/or townhouses or townhomes per acre with developers having to pay for the extra units. The money would go for conservation of open areas or recreation, as the ordinance reads. My disagreement with this ordinance centers on several specific issues and they are historical in nature. The first goes back to words that county Councilman Vance Phillips used with me in a private conversation that we had when I first returned to the Shore and I called him to register my disagreement with the new development proposed outside of Delmar — a development that will equal the size of Delmar, Delaware. His comment at the time was that “development is inevitable.” I take issue with this statement from a duly elected public official. Such an official is sworn to represent the whole of a district, not one group of individuals (developers, real estate individuals or self –interest). Language is a critical element as it telegraphs our belief. It represents our thoughts and thoughts drive action. Certainly this thought has driven action if we look at the record on the Sussex County Council. As stated above, this ordinance merely codifies increased development. And the notion that development is inevitable gives us an understanding of the reasoning for such a proposal. My second concern centers around the Comprehensive Planning process. I attended the meetings open to the public in the winter. I was troubled then by the consultant hired by the county, an urban planner hired by what is an agricultural county. First, the consultant, rather than listening, was directive at the meetings, inappropriate behavior for a consultant. Again, it appears as if the underlying notion that “development is inevitable” is at work when we see an urban planner being hired and directing a process. My suggestion at the June 26 meeting was that the council would be advised not to pass this land-use ordinance without incorporating it into the new Comprehensive Plan. Secondly, the council, in order to serve all of the constituents of Sussex County — those of us who are interested in conservation and those of us who wish to develop the county — would be better served to balance the Comprehensive Planning process by appearing less biased and consulting the Farmland Trust along with using their selected urban planner. The Farmland Trust offers Cost of Community Services Studies which are nationally acclaimed; Analysis of the Benefits of Protected Land; and Analysis of Protection Versus Development. Such a balanced approach would, I believe, find common ground among Sussex Countians with differing beliefs. My third area of concern concerns what seems to be obfuscation. During the council meeting, Mr. Phillips, the author of the proposed ordinance, repeatedly said that the ordinance would be an improvement over the current statute as written which allows two houses per acre. The proposed ordinance will allow increased density in AR-1 to four units per acre with townhouses being allowed in that mix. When questioned why this was an improvement, Mr. Phillips explained that the council has

the prerogative to put 12 units per acre. My question would be, Why would we put 12 units to an acre? Or why would we put four units per acre? Cost of community services studies show that nationwide taxes on residential uses, on average, fail to cover costs. Cost of community services include fire, police, schools and roads. What they do not address, of course, is quality of life. Those issues or the answer to why we put so many units per acre was never answered. What we seemed to be left with was this. This ordinance will codify into law increased density of townhouses or townhomes onto agricultural land. Before this, if I am to understand it, it would be up to the discretion of council to enforce the statute of two single family homes per lot or to go higher. It seems to me that we are being lured with payment from developers that is to go to pay farmers for not developing. However, my question would be, as one of those farmers, What land will be left after we increase the density to such a point that our wildlife habitat is endangered and our quality of life and our heritage are all but gone? Why can’t we just say no to developers who want to build huge developments and follow the statute as written? I did not get that answered in the meeting. And what of course was never answered was, What is the cost of delivering services to these densely populated subdivisions or any other subdivision for that matter? Finally, what seems abundantly clear to me is that there is a need for a code of ethics on the Sussex County Council, similar to all other professions. This would include a code of conduct and a need for council members to recuse themselves from votes that would benefit them when they had a personal interest. Clearly this is a requisite of any other position in any other profession when the health and welfare of other individuals are at stake. This ordinance will, as I understand it, have to come before the public again for a hearing. Many of you may dislike public speaking as you may feel that you are out of your comfort zone. Certainly, you may not feel comfortable if the behavior of some of the council was anything like it was on June 26, 2007. The time is not convenient for those who are working, as it is in the middle of the workday. Some council members bickered and a member of the audience was insulted. Certainly there seemed little understanding that members of the general public may not be at ease in that environment. However, this county is disappearing an acre at a time. I would urge you that if you love Sussex County and wish to preserve any of it, please let your voice be heard. You couldn’t possibly embarrass yourself more than some of the council members embarrassed themselves, even if they didn’t recognize it. If you cannot come in person, then email or send your comments in writing. Once the land is gone, there is no getting it back. We owe this to future generations. Fay Ellis Jones

Delmar, Del.

Fay Ellis Jones was the wife of the late George P. Volenik, mayor of Laurel between 1991 and 1996.

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Police Magnolia man charged after stabbing at Mountaire plant An employee at the Mountaire chicken processing plant, Millsboro, was charged with assault and possession of a deadly weapon after allegedly attacking a co-worker with a knife June 30 at the plant. Arrested was Donald J. Brown, 48, of the 3300 block of Irish Hill Road in Magnolia. He was committed to Sussex Correctional Institute in lieu of $41,500 secured bail. Police were called to the plant at approximately 9:30 a.m. on June 30. When they arrived, they found a 26-year-old Georgetown resident, who was being treated by emergency medical personnel for a wound on his left calf area that, police said, was bleeding profusely. Prior to being transported to Beebe Emergency Room, the victim identified Brown as his attacker. Troopers found Brown in the Mountaire employee parking lot. He was taken into custody without incident. Police said that Brown and the victim had had a heated argument over the victim washing his truck. When the victim walked away and got into his truck, Brown allegedly followed him, opened the truck door and stabbed him once in his leg with a knife. Police said that Brown then went into the plant’s scale house and hid the knife behind a filing cabinet. Police said that they found the knife, with blood on it, behind the cabinet. Brown was transported to Troop 4, where he was charged with felony assault, possession of a deadly weapon during the commission of a felony and possession of a deadly weapon by a person prohibited.

Pedestrian killed, driver charged in morning accident

Police have charged the driver of a car that ran off the road near Harrington Thursday, June 28, and struck a pedestrian, killing him. Edward Denning, 21, of Camden-Wyoming, was charged Friday with one count of operating a vehicle causing death of another person and one count of inattentive driving. Police said that Denning was driving a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee west on Milford-Harrington Highway (Delaware 14). Richard West, 55, Harrington, was walking east on the west

bound shoulder of the road. Denning allegedly fell asleep and his Jeep veered toward the shoulder striking West. Denning was wearing a seat belt and was not injured in the crash. West was transported by ambulance to Milford Memorial Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Milford-Harrington Highway was closed for approximately two hours while investigators examined the scene. Alcohol is not believed to be a factor in this crash.

Four clerks charged in state police liquor store sting

Agents of the state Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement said that when they sent a minor into 70 liquor stores in eastern Sussex County, the minor was sold liquor four times. The agents conducted the sting operation on June 27 and June 28. The liquor stores were in Ocean View, Fenwick Island, Lewes, Long Neck, Selbyville, Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach and Bethany Beach areas. Arrested for selling alcoholic beverages to a minor were: Lori Hicks, 36, of Ocean View, a server at the Chalkboard Restaurant in Bethany Beach Hillary McConkey, 21, of Bel Air, Md., a server at Catch 54 Restaurant in Selbyville Cara Digby, 44, of Bethany Beach, a server at Captain Pete’s Restaurant in Fenwick Island Gary Jones, 43, of Rehoboth Beach, a server at Cape Wine and Spirits in Lewes The servers face minimum fines of $250 for a first offense. In addition, the liquor license of the establishment will face an administrative penalty before the Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner. Administrative penalties can range from fines to suspensions or revocations of the liquor license.

victim’s heads. When police found Hawkins, he was in possession of a loaded 12-gauge shotgun, they said. He was taken into custody by troopers without incident. He was committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $115,000 secured bail. None of the people at the scene, a 19-year-old Blades man, a 37-year-old man, a 20-year-old Bridgeville woman and a 41year-old Laurel woman, were not injured. Hawkins was arrested on the following charges: Three counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony Four counts of aggravated menacing Four counts of possession of a deadly weapon during the commission of a felony Four counts of reckless endangering first degree Four counts of terroristic threatening Four counts of disorderly conduct One count of failure to comply with taking of photos and fingerprints One count of discharging shotgun or other explosive less than 50 feet from a neighbor’s residence.

Police: Be aware of jury duty scam crossing the nation

The Delaware State Police are asking citizens to be aware of a jury duty scam that’s been reported in at least 12 states, including Oklahoma, Illinois and Colorado. These scams have been verified by the FBI. Jury scams have been

Woman charged after several troopers are injured

Several state troopers were injured Sunday after they were called to a fight shortly after midnight in the area of Red Mill Road and Kirkwood Highway, Newark. A Newark woman was

charged with resisting arrest and assaulting a police officer. Police said that after arriving at the scene of the fight, they made their way over to Fairway Road, canvassing the area. On Fairway Road, one trooper observed what appeared to be a heated domestic incident. The officer called for assistance and stepped out of his patrol vehicle in an attempt to diffuse the situation and help those involved. Sheree B. Young, 27, of Fairway Road in Newark, allegedly charged the officer. The trooper, along with backup officers, tried to subdue Young, who allegedly began to punch, kick, scratch and spit at the officers. The troopers, now surrounded by a group of people, had to call in for even more officers to assist them. Young was handcuffed and placed in the rear of a patrol vehicle, where police said she kicked out a rear window and damaged the vehicle’s door frame. While being transported, she threatened to kill the officers involved, police said. Once back at the troop headquarters, she damaged a cell area and had to be physically subdued again. police said. Several Troopers were injured throughout this ordeal as they sustained injuries ranging from scratches to bruises to abrasions. Young was charged with felony level criminal mischief, second degree assault on a police officer, resisting arrest, three counts of offensive touching, disorderly conduct and terroristic threatening. She was committed to the Baylor Women’s Correctional Institute in lieu of $18,000.00 secured bail.

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Laurel man charged with firing a shotgun

A man who is forbidden from possessing a firearm has been charged with possession of a deadly weapon and discharging a shotgun. Rickey A. Hawkins, 41, Laurel, was charged by state police June 27 after witnesses said that he fired three shots from a shotgun into the air. The incident took place in the 28000 block of Seaford Road at around 8 p.m. Police said that witnesses said that Hawkins grabbed a shotgun and loaded it before firing the gun over the

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LEGALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING Seaford Hundred Case No. 9899 In accordance with Chapter 115, of the Code of Sussex County, a hearing will be held on a request for a special use exception as provided by: Chapter 115, Article XI, Subsection 11581, Item A (2) of said ordinance of FIRST STATE SIGNS who are seeking a special use exception to replace an existing billboard, to be located intersection of U.S. Route 13 and Road 485. The hearing will be held in the County Council Chambers, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on Monday evening, AUGUST 6, 2007, 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. 7/5/1tc

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING Northwest Fork Hundred Case No. 9894 In accordance with Chapter 115, of the Code of Sussex County, a hearing will be held on a request for a special use exception as provided by: Chapter 115, Article IV, Subsection 11521, Item A (5) of said ordinance of MICHAEL S. MELSON who is seeking a special use exception to retain a manufactured home on less than ten (10) acres, to be located north and south of Road 573, 336 feet south of Road 575. The hearing will be held in the County Council Chambers, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on Monday evening, AUGUST 6, 2007, 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. 7/5/1tc

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING Broad Creek Hundred Case No. 9895 In accordance with Chapter 115, of the Code of Sussex County, a hearing will be held on a request for a special use exception as provided by: Chapter 115, Article IV, Subsection 11523, Item A of said ordinance of STEVEN M. AND LISA D. TOOMEY who are seeking a special use exception to retain a manufactured home on a medical hardship basis, to be located intersection of Road 74 and Road 442. The hearing will be held in the County Council Chambers, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on Monday evening, AUGUST 6, 2007, 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. 7/5/1tc

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING Broad Creek Hundred Case No. 9901 In accordance with Chapter 115, of the Code of Sussex County, a hearing will be held on a request for a special use exception as provided by: Chapter 115, Article XXVII, Subsection 115-210, Item A (1) of said ordinance of NATHAN BAILEY who is seeking a special use exception to place a manufactured home on a medical hardship basis, to be located south of Road 74, 1,000 feet east of Road 442. The hearing will be held in the County Council Chambers, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on Monday evening, AUGUST 6, 2007, 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 atSee LEGALS—page 34

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LEGALS - from Page 33 tend 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. 7/5/1tc

CITY OF SEAFORD, DELAWARE ORDER OF DEMOLITION To: Eugene Hastings 10932 Old Furnace Rd. Seaford, DE 19973 Property: 315 N. Pine Street, Seaford, DE Tax Map and Parcel 4-31 5.00 15

PURSUANT TO THE CITY OF SEAFORD HOUSING CODE It is hereby ordered that the above described property is hereby ordered to be demolished within (30) days of the date of this Order due to the structure being dilapidated and so out of repair as to be dangerous, unsafe, unsanitary or otherwise unfit for human habitation, occupancy or use. Failure to comply with this demolition order within the time prescribed will result in the City demolishing the structure either through an available public agency or by contract with private persons and the cost of such demolition and removal shall be charged against the real estate upon which the structure is located and shall be a lien upon such real estate. THE CITY OF SEAFORD Joshua E. Littleton Building Official Dated: June 12, 2007

CERTIFIED MAIL: 7007 0710 0000 8665 5905 6/28/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Sun Keung Liu, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Sun Keung Liu who departed this life on the 8th day of March, A.D. 2007 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Margaret F. Clayton on the 27th day of June, A.D. 2007, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executrix without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executrix on or before the 8th day of November, A.D. 2007 or abide by the

law in this behalf. Executrix: Margaret F. Clayton 12 N. Street Ext., Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 7/5/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Robert M. Shofstahl, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Robert M. Shofstahl who departed this life on the 23rd day of May, A.D. 2007 late of Delmar, DE were duly granted unto Robert W. Shofstahl on the 20th day of June, A.D. 2007, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administrator without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administrator on or before the 23rd day of January, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf. Administrator: Robert W. Shofstahl 18 Lynda Dr., Denver, PA 17517 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 7/5/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Pauline A. Burns, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Pauline A. Burns who departed this life on the 13th day of June, A.D. 2007 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Terry Burns on the 26th day of June, A.D. 2007, 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 13th day of February, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: Terry Burns 6170 Westbury Dr., Salisbury, MD 21801 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 7/5/3tc

NOTICE Estate of William S. Fields, Jr., Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of William S. Fields, Jr. who departed this life on the 14th day of November, A.D.

2006 late of Delmar, DE were duly granted unto H. Michael Hickson on the 12th day of June, A.D. 2007, 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 14th day of July, A.D. 2007 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: H. Michael Hickson 113 S. Baptist St., Salisbury, MD 21803-0044 Attorney: Michael F. McGroerty, Esq. 110 N. Pine St. Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 6/28/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Jacque C. Warrington, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Jacque C. Warrington who departed this life on the 3rd day of May, A.D. 2007 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Judith C. Warrington on the 14th day of June, A.D. 2007, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executrix without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executrix on or before the 3rd day of January, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executrix: Judith C. Warrington 4211 Springhill Ave., Richmond, VA 23225 Attorney: Michele Procino-Wells Esq. 225 High St. Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 6/28/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Christian R. Bauer, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Christian R. Bauer who departed this life on the 2nd day of May, A.D. 2007 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Paula Hill on the 31st day of May, A.D. 2007, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administratrix without delay, and all persons having demands against the

✳ JULY 5 - 11, 2007 deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administratrix on or before the 2nd day of January, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf. Administratrix: Paula Hill 11639 A Long Green Pike, Glen Arm, MD 21057 Attorney: Shannon R. Owens, Esq. Procino Wells, LLC 225 High St. Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 6/28/3tc

NOTICE Estate of John Harry Null, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of John Harry Null who departed this life on the 6th day of May, A.D. 2007 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto Elizabeth M. Null on the 31st day of May, A.D. 2007, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executrix without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executrix on or before the 6th day of January, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executrix: Elizabeth M. Null 30808 Cypress Lane, Laurel, DE 19956 Attorney: Cindy Szabo, Esq. Sergovic & Ellis P.O. Box 875 Georgetown, DE 19947 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 6/28/3tc

NOTICE Estate of William F. Springfield, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of William F. Springfield who departed this life on the 28th day of May, A.D. 2007 late of Delmar, DE were duly granted unto William D. Springfield on the 5th day of June, A.D. 2007, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administrator without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administrator on or before the 28th day of January, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf. Administrator: William D. Springfield

14523 Pepperbox Rd., Delmar, DE 19940 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 6/28/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Norman Nichols, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Norman Nichols who departed this life on the 25th day of May, A.D. 2007 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Jeffrey N. Nichols on the 12th day of June, A.D. 2007, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administrator without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administrator on or before the 25th day of January, A.D. 2008 or abide by the law in this behalf. Administrator: Jeffrey N. Nichols P.O. Box 1475 Ocean City, MD 21843 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 6/21/3tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a First Pluries writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 17, 2007 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 of parcel of land, lying and being in Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, on the Westerly side of County Road #447, more particularly bounded and described as follows, to-wit: BEGINNING at a pipe set on the Westerly right of way of County Road #447, the said pipe being 862, more or less, North of the center line of County Route #74, the said pipe being a corner for this lot and Lot #35; thence South 73° 24' 06” West, 290.50 feet to a point; thence North 16° 35' 54” West, 150 feet to a pipe; thence North 73° 24' 06” East, 290.50 feet to a pipe set on the Westerly right of way of County Road #447; thence by and with the Westerly right of way of County Road #447, South 16° 35' 54” East, 150.00 feet to the point and place of Beginning, said to contain 1.0003 acres, more or less, as more fully set forth

in the plot recorded in Deed Book 1838, Page 55. The above described lot also known and designated as Lot Thirty-Six (36) of Shiloh Farms Subdivision as shown on a plot of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County in Plot Book 46, Page 298. Subject to all restrictions, easements, reservations, rights-of-way and agreements of record, together with the benefit of same. Being the same lands and premises which Harley Robert Hickman, et al, by Deed dated March 30, 1992 and of Record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County and State of Delaware in Deed Book 1838, Page 55 did grant and convey unto Tracy A. Goudy, now known as Tracy A. Milligan, in fee. For information purposes only: The APN is shown by the County Assessor as 232-14.00-72.00, Source of Title is Book 02055, Page 189. BEING the same lands and premises which Tracy A. Milligan, formerly known as Tracy A. Goudy did grant and convey unto Erik L. Milligan and Tracy A. Milligan by deed dated May 31, 1995 and recorded on June 9, 1995 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 02055, Page 189. Tax Parcel: 2-32-14.0072.00 Property Address: 14218 Johnson Road, 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 6, 2007. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 10, 2007 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 See LEGALS—page 35

MORNING STAR LEGALS - from Page 34 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 ERIK L. & TRACY A. MILLIGAN and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/5/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of an Alias writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 17, 2007 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 with the improvements thereon erected, lying and being situated in Nanticoke Hundred Sussex County and State of Delaware, being located on the south side of County Road No. 611 (50 feet wide), being all of Lot 7 as shown on a plot of WilEck Acres Subdivision as recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Plot Book 45, Page 282, and being bounded as follows: on the north by the south line of County Road No. 611, on the east by Lot 8, on the south by Lot 24 and Lot 25, and on the west by Lot 6. Said parcel being more particularly bounded and described with a recent survey by Benchmark Engineering, L.L.C., dated October 23, 1999, as follows: BEGINNING at a point near an iron pipe found in the south line of County Road No. 611, said point being at the northeasterly corner for this Lot and the northwesterly corner for Lot 8; thence proceeding from the said point of beginning the following four (4) courses and distances: (1) With Lot 8, South 07 degrees 22 minutes 17 seconds West a distance of 426.11 feet to an iron pipe found in the line of Lot 24 ;thence in part with Lot 24 and in part with Lot 25 (2) North 80 degrees 57 minutes 22 seconds West a distance of 160.07 feet to an iron pipe found, a corner for Lot 6; thence with Lot 6 (3) North 07 degrees

22 minutes 17 seconds East a distance of 414.47 feet to a point near an iron pipe found in the south line of County Road No. 611; thence with the south line of County Road No. 611 (4) South 85 degrees 07 minutes 20 seconds East a distance of 160.15 feet back home to the point and place of beginning. Containing within said metes and bound 1.5438 acres of land, more or less. BEING the same lands and premises which Rick A. Welty, Sr., did grant and convey unto Joan A. Messick by deed dated November 15, 1999 and recorded on November 23, 1999 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 02441 Page 040. Tax Parcel: 4-30-6.0060.00 Property Address: 7 WilEck Acres, Judy Road, n/k/a 13178 Judy 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 6, 2007. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 10, 2007 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 JOAN A. MESSICK and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/5/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 17, 2007 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 with improvements, thereon situate, lying and being in Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware being more particularly bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a concrete monument in the southeasterly right of way line of County Road 493; thence from said point of beginning along a line between these lands and lands now or formerly of R.F. Callaway south 52 degrees 16 minutes 02 seconds east 205.97 feet to a marked pine tree; thence continuing along a line between these lands and lands now or formerly of R.P. Callaway south 52 degrees 16 minutes 02 seconds east 5 feet, more or less, to the water line of the Fortsville Mill Pond; thence with the water line of the Fortsville Mill Road to a cedar post, which post is South 01 degrees 23 minutes 18 seconds west 114.10 feet from the last mentioned marked pine tree; thence continuing with the Fortsville Mill Pond water line in generally southwesterly direction to a point which point is south 22 degrees 44 minutes 26 seconds west 150.09 feet along a tie line from the last mentioned cedar post; thence along a line between these lands and lands now or formerly of Daniel DeFelice north 62 degrees 15 minutes 39 seconds west 340.00 feet to a rebar set in the southeasterly right of way line of County Road 493 at a corner for these lands and lands now or formerly of Daniel DeFelice; thence by and with the southeasterly right of way line of County Road 493 north 42 degrees 04 minutes 00 seconds east 296.74 feet to the point and place of beginning. Being the same lands and premises which Paula A. Moore did grant and convey unto Stephen J. Moore by deed dated July 23, 2002 and recorded on July 26, 2002 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 2733, Page 055. Tax Parcel: 4-32-3.00-

â&#x153;ł JULY 5 - 11, 2007 8.00 Property Address: 31197 Mount Pleasant Road, 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 6, 2007. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 10, 2007 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 STEPHEN J. MOORE and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/5/2tc

PAGE 35 R. King, thence by and with the said County Road No. 532, South 09 degrees 18 minutes 00 seconds West 150.00 feet to a 3/4 inch pipe set, a corner for this lot; thence turning and running by and with lands of Robert R. King, North 08 degrees 42 minutes 00 seconds West 200.00 feet to a 3/4 inch pipe set, a corner for this lot; thence turning and running by and with land so Robert R. King, North 09 degrees 18 minutes 00 seconds East 150.00 feet to a 3/4 inch pipe set a corner for this lot; thence turning and running with lands of Robert R. King, South 80 degrees 42 minutes 00 seconds East 200.00 feet to the place of beginning containing therein 30,000 square feet of land, more or less as surveyed by Theodore Simpler dated April 8, 1994, filed in Plot Book 52, Page 135, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Georgetown, Delaware. Being the same lands and premises which Paul L. Bennington and Donna M. Bennington did grant and convey unto William S. Hassett and Terry L. Hassett by deed dated May 24, 1994 and recorded on May 31, 1994 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware in Deed Book 1981 Page 344. Tax Parcel: 3-31-2.0017.02 Property Address: 20914 Camp Road, 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 6, 2007. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 10, 2007 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 WILLIAM S. & TERRY L. HASSETT and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/5/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 17, 2007 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 Seaford Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, and lying on the Northeastern right of way of Route No. 20, being more particularly described as follows, to wit: Beginning at an iron stob, said iron stob located on the aforementioned Northeastern right of way of Route 20, said iron stab also being located at a corner for these lands and lands now or formerly of Sandra L. Elliott; thence turning and running by and along the Northeastern right of way of Route 20, South 80 degrees 45 minutes 00 seconds West 152.77 feet to an iron stob; thence turning and running by and along a common boundary line between these lands and lands now or formerly of Alvin P. Lyons, etux, North 10 degrees 30 minutes 45 seconds East 265.64 feet to an iron stob; thence turning and running by and along a common boundary line between these lands and lands now or formerly of Lynn C. Baynum, etux, North 80 degrees 45 minutes 00 seconds East 127.66 feet to an iron stob; thence turning and running by and along common boundary line between these lands and lands formerly now of Sandra L. Elliott, South 05 degrees 15 minutes 32 seconds West 258.24 feet, home to the place of beginning, and said to contain 35,054 square feet of land, be the same more or less, with all See LEGALSâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;page 36

PAGE 36 LEGALS - from Page 35 improvements thereon, as surveyed, by Thomas A. Temple, Jr., Registered Surveyor, dated January 28, 2000. Being the same lands and premises which Ruark, Inc. did grant and convey unto Daniel Scott and Sonya L. Scott by deed dated February 11, 2000 and recorded on February 15, 2000 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 2461 Page 193. Tax Parcel: 5-31-11.0011.01 Property Address: RT 3, Box 328A, 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 6, 2007. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 10, 2007 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 DANIEL & SONYA SCOTT and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/52tc

MORNING STAR plex, 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, ling and being in Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County, and State of Delaware, being more particularly described as follows, to wit: Beginning at a concrete monument set on the southerly side of Road #434A, being a corner for these lands and lands of a 50 foot wide private road of Leroy B. West; thence along said private road South 20 degrees 21 minutes 47 seconds West a distance of 415.01 feet to an iron pipe; thence continuing along the same course a distance of 5.00 feet to a point in the centerline of a ditch and other lands of Leroy B. West; thence along said other West lands and with the center line of the ditch North 69 degrees 11 minutes 19 seconds West a distance of 40.67 feet to a point; thence continuing with the centerline of the ditch North 71 degrees 04 minutes 23 seconds West a distance of 350.54 feet to a point and other West lands; thence North 20 degrees 21 minutes 47 seconds East a distance of 10.00 feet to a pipe thence continuing along the same course a distance of 422.05 feet to an iron pipe set on the southerly side of Road #434A; thence along said Road #434A South 69 degrees 06 minutes 53 seconds East a distance of 391.11 feet home to the point and place of beginning, said to contain 3.82 acres of land, more or less, according to a plot prepared by Miller-Lewis, Inc., Registered Land Surveyors, as revised March 23, 1987, which of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, at Georgetown, Delaware in Plot Book__, Page__, which is incorporated hereby by reference. Being the same lands and premises which Leroy B. West an Ellen M. West did grant and conveyed unto Michael D. Jones an Christine L. Jones by deed dated April 20, 1987 and recorded on May 4, 1987 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 1186 Page 79. Tax Parcel: 2-32-21.006.03 Property Address: RD1 Box 210Y, 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 6, 2007. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 10, 2007 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 MICHAEL D. & CHRISTINE L. JONES and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/5/2tc

â&#x153;ł JULY 5 - 11, 2007 to a stake; thence North 15 degrees 30 minutes West 45 feet to a stake; thence North 74 degrees 30 minutes East 63.8 feet to an old concrete monument on the Westerly side of Conwell Street; thence by and with the Westerly side of Conwell Street; thence South 15 degrees 30 minutes West 45 feet home to the place of Beginning, said to contain 2,871 square feet of land, be the same more or less. Being the same lands and premises which John J. Hamstead and Rennie S. Hunt did grant and convey unto Bernetta A. Parker by deed dated May 30, 2006 and recorded on June 5, 2006 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware in Deed Book 03318 Page 229. Tax Parcel: 4-31-7.002.00 Property Address: 106 North Conwell, 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 6, 2007. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on August 10, 2007 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 BERNETTA A. PARKER and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 7/5/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, July 17, 2007 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 of land, with improvements thereon erected, situated in Seaford, Sussex County, Delaware, known as Lot No.8, Block A on a plan of Section 1 of Bradford Estates, as the same is of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Sussex County, at Georgetown, Delaware, in Plat Book Volume 3, Page 38, and being more particularly bounded and described according to a survey by Edward H. Richardson Associates, Inc., Consulting Engineers, dated December 20, 1960, as follows to wit: Beginning on the northeasterly side of Porter Street (60 feet wide) and in the division line between line between Lots No. 7 and 8 said beginning point being measured along said side of Porter Street south 20 degrees 5 minutes East 75 feet from its intersection with the southeasterly side of Poplar Street (50 feet wide); thence from said beginning point along the division line between Lots No.7 and 8 North 69 degrees 55 minutes East 150 feet to the southwesterly side of Maple Street, (20 feet wide); thence thereby south 20 degrees 5 minutes East 61 feet to the aforesaid northeasterly side of Porter Street and thence therewith Porter Street north 20 degrees 5 minutes West 61 feet to the place of beginning. Being the same lands and premises which Jason A. Myers did grant and convey unto Angela D. Miller by deed dated August 10, 2003 and recorded on September 30, 2003 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 2890 Page 338. Tax Parcel: 5 - 3 1 13.06-207.00 Property Address: 221 North Porter Road, Seaford

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PUBLIC HEARING The Public Hearing by the Commissioners of Bridgeville concerning an Ordinance to regulate the use of skateboards within the Town limits of Bridgeville has been changed to August 9, 2007. The second and final reading will take place during the monthly Commission meeting at 7:00 P.M. in the Bridgeville Town Hall. COMMISSIONERS OF BRIDGEVILLE JOSEPH T. CONAWAY, COMMISSION PRESIDENT 7/5/1tc

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Return of trains would improve area’s traffic situation Last week’s Star contained a letter to the editor by Laurel Mayor AT URPHY John Shwed about a bill that is before Congress right now. The bill Sadly, as Olan Matthews, would build up the railroad infraRon McGinnis, George structure and restore it to the level Hudson, all retired railof success it once enjoyed. I am 100-percent in agreement roaders, and others will with John on this and perhaps you tell you, there are few may recall some years ago I made trains that come through comment on this very thing. Try to Sussex County anymore cross Rt. 13 at any intersection on and no passenger trains any day and it can be a scary thing that I am aware of. as cars and heavy trucks go zooming by at an unbelievable rate. They don’t slow down much, even with all tracks. Tommy Riggin and I got on more than the stoplights along that stretch of road. How many trucks simply are not able to one train that stopped to change cars. Believe me, we know what coal cinders are stop and run the red lights? You get the — just get one in your eye sometime and message here, I am sure. you’ll know too. The railroad came to Laurel around I spent several nights in both Laurel 1858-59 and for many years it was a most important part of Laurel. Oh, what I would and Seaford stations, keeping the late give just to see the hustle and bustle of the “Skeet” Holloway company on those lonely night shifts that he put in as station old train station, loading passengers, master. I believe that was his title. friends arriving, unloading freight — a Sleeping on those large wooden freight busy place. tables, with a small blanket over me, and My grandfather Avery Hearn worked shivering as the trains rolled through are for the Pennsylvania Railroad back in the great memories for me. And did those 1920s, selling refreshments to passengers from Laurel to Wilmington and back. A fa- trains shake that station! Sadly, as Olan Matthews, Ron McGinmous Laurel photo at the train station nis, George Hudson, all retired railroaders, shows him with his railroad hat on, I and others will tell you, there are few imagine before another trip. (I guess trains that come through Sussex County maybe that’s where I get my sales blood.) Well anyway, my dad, Tom, worked for anymore and no passenger trains that I am aware of. the railroad briefly and I grew up on — I am just burning to tell you this, so I you guessed it — Railroad Avenue in Laurel. I could walk out my front door and “mind as well” (Sussex County talk for you new folks.) There used to be excurwithin 30 yards or so were the railroad

sions by train from Delmar, Laurel and Seaford to the North Philadelphia Station. Passengers could go to see the Phillies play a few blocks away at Connie Mack Stadium. I’m getting away from my subject as usual, but the old railroad station in Laurel is currently under restoration and who knows? Maybe some passenger service, and certainly freight delivery, could once again be a major part of the Laurel scene. I think we all should be in favor of this restoration and I ask you to certainly give some thought to the above mentioned bills before Congress and call them about it. Make them earn their keep. I have written much on the great hunters and fishermen of the area and a lot more on the not-so-great ones. I leave it to your imagination to figure out where Fred Melvin, a life-long angler, belongs. Goodhearted Alan Whaley took Fred on a fishing trip recently — at least, he thought he took him fishing. He caught a blue — well, if you want the rest of the story, ask Fred as he loves to tell it. This did not come from Alan, but rather from the Laurel rumor mill. You and I have certainly seen excited folks throughout our lives. There are major things that bring happiness and joy in great amounts — graduation, marriages, baby, new car, job promotions and new homes are but a few. Rob Harmon and Frank Parks of Home Team Realty fit into this category right now as they are in the process of moving into their new 4,000square-foot office on Stein Highway in

Senior center plans activities for July The Laurel Senior Center has planned the following activities: Friday, July 6 - 9:30 a.m., shopping at Wal-Mart; 12:30 p.m., bingo. Monday, July 9 - 9:30 a.m., shopping at Wal-Mart; 12:30 p.m., bingo. Tuesday, July 10 - 9 a.m., exercise; trip to Smith Island. Wednesday, July 11 - 10:30 a.m., hymn sing; 11 a.m., Bible study; 12:30 p.m. Musical Ball. Thursday, July 12 - 9 a.m., exercise; 9:30 a.m., breakfast at the center; 12:30 p.m., bingo.

Friday, July 13 - 9:30 a.m., trip to WalMart; 12:30 p.m., ice cream sundae social. Monday, July 16 - 10 a.m., members will visit the Bridgeville Senior Center. Tuesday, July 17 - 9 a.m., exercise; 9 a.m., blood pressure checks; 9:30 p.m., trip to Wal-Mart. Wednesday, July 18 - 10:30 a.m., hymn sing; 11 a.m., Bible study; 12:30 p.m., shuffleboard. No covered-dish dinner. Thursday, July 19 - 10 a.m., Senior Community Action speaker; 12:30 p.m., Super-Market Sweep. Friday, July 20 - 9:30 a.m., trip to Wal-

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Enjoy the movie, then enjoy the dish ‘Ratatouille’ promises realistic view of a French restaurant kitchen “If you are what you eat, I only want to eat good stuff.” ORETTA NORR The idea that eating well can make you a better person both physically and morally has been around a long time. The above quote might have been uttered by anyone from Escoffier to Bobby Flay, but it actually came from Remy, the rat who would be chef, in the newly released animated film, “Ratatouille.” The story of how a rat struggles to overcome his arguably sautéed beef or chicken. Or try it my falowly beginnings to express his culinary vorite way — toss it with some pasta genius in an industry that’s not exactly for a delicious one dish meal. rodent-friendly really appeals to me. I can’t wait to see this film that’s been described not only as funny, charming Ratatouille and inspirational but also as a realistic Serves 4 view of a typical French restaurant kitchen. 1 onion, sliced thin The title is the same as the traditional 2 garlic cloves, minced Provencal vegetable dish from the south 5 tablespoons olive oil of France but something like it can be a 3/4-pound eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch found all around the Mediterranean pieces (about 3 cups) area. Made from fresh eggplant, zucchi- 1 small zucchini, scrubbed, quartered ni and tomatoes, it is the essence of lengthwise, and cut into thin slices summer. 1 red bell pepper, chopped It’s great hot, cold or at room tem3/4 pound small ripe tomatoes, chopped perature and even better the next day. coarse (about 1 and 1/4 cups) Because of its complex flavors it’s a 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled nice accompaniment to plain grilled or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled

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Pfc. Christopher Asselin attended the 153rd Military Policy Company Mobilization Ceremony in Delaware City on June 18, before shipping out for duty in Iraq. From left: Asselin’s mother, Kim Knowles, Asselin, and his grandfather, Jack Knowles.

Seaford man going to Iraq Pfc. Christopher Asselin, son of Kim Knowles of Newark and Jeff Asselin of Prospect Park, Pa., has been called to serve his country in Operation Iraqi Freedom. He is a member of the Delaware National Guard’s 153rd Military Police Company which was mobilized for duty on

June 18. Asselin completed basic training and MP school in June 2006 at Ft. Leonard Wood, Mo. He is the grandson of Jack and Carolyn Knowles and Mary Asselin, all of Seaford.

1/8 teaspoon ground coriander 1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup shredded fresh basil leaves In a large skillet, cook the onion and the garlic in 2 tablespoons of the oil over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons oil and heat it over moderately high heat until it is hot but not smoking. Add the eggplant and cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 8 minutes, or until the eggplant is softened. Stir in the zucchini and the bell pepper and cook the mixture over the moderate heat, stirring occasionally, for 12 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Stir in the oregano, the thyme, the coriander, the fennel seeds, the salt, and pepper to taste and cook the mixture, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in the basil and combine the mixture well. The ratatouille may be made one day in advance, kept covered and chilled, and reheated before serving. Gourmet, June 1991

PAGEANT WINNER - Alissa Mercie, 5, was named 2007 Little Miss Tri-State June 9 at Stephen Decatur High School, Berlin, Md. The pageant was open to girls from Delaware, Maryland and Virginia. Alissa, the daughter of Wade and Rhonda Mercie of Seaford, will start kindergarten at West Seaford Elementary School this fall. She will compete in the Little Miss Riverfest pageant July 14. Her maternal grandparents are Ronald J. Massey, Seaford, and the late Dorothy Massey. Her paternal grandparents are Shelly Mercie, Delmar, Del., and Harvey Baker, Delmar, Del. She has two brothers, Keith, 10, and Austin, 3, and a sister, Sandra, 9.

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Laurel Star Sports

Laurel’s first baseman Angel Adkins makes an unassisted putout on a Rehoboth base runner, after fielding a ground ball late in the first round of the 9-10 softball tournament played in Seaford last week. Photo by Gene Bleile LAUREL MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL- Shown (not in order) is the Laurel Minor League all-star baseball team: Timothy Wooten, Justin Hill, R.J. Horsey, Caleb Murphy, Ethan Cahall, Tim Kelley, Eric Wharton, Cade Pusey, Dustin Allen, Leslie Riggleman, Tyler Hill, Wade Townley, and Josh James. The team’s manager is Chris Walls and the coaches are Neal Wharton and Rodney Hearne. Photo by Pat Murphy

SOCCER CHAMPS- Shown is the Colonial Mills Homes U16 team which won its division at the 12th Annual Sand Duels beach soccer tournament recently held in Ocean City. Teams representing the entire Mid-Atlantic region competed. The team from Colonial Mills Homes of Delmar went undefeated through the entire tournament, defeating a tough team from Baltimore in a shoot out competition. The team is pictured (l to r): standing- Coach Tim Phillips, Casey Bellamy, Rafiq Gharbi, Dominic DiBartolo; bottom: Ryan McCarter, Corey Phillips, Cody Webster, and Jon Hartman.

Phillips has another strong outing in team’s 4-1 loss on Sunday Laurel grad Shawn Phillips allowed one run on five hits and struck out four while walking none in a no decision last Sunday in Frontier League play. Phillips’ team, the Windy City ThunderBolts, lost to the Rockford RiverHawks, 4-1. Phillips is still 3-1 on the year with a 3.19 ERA in eight starts. He has a league leading 49 strikeouts and two walks in 48 innings (as of July 1).

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Laurel Star Minor League softball scoreboard for the week of 6/25 Rehoboth 2, Laurel 1- Laurel fell to Rehoboth in the second round of the District III Minor League softball tournament’s winners bracket last Tuesday. Regan Green struck out 12 and allowed just two hits in the loss while Rehoboth’s Tiara Duffy allowed only one unearned run while striking out 13. Sara Jo Whaley and Angel Adkins each had a hit and Kortney Lee scored a run for Laurel. No additional scores were submitted for this team.

LAUREL FOOTBALL- Pictured (l to r) are the Laurel football players who attended the Art Monk football camp: back row: Caine Collins, Ethan Cahall, Assistant Pee Wee coach Tom McCausland, Jacob Carney, Dylan Bunner, Shawn O’Neal; front row: Brice Bristow, Cole Gullett, and Daylin McCausland. Not pictured are Beau Warrington, Cole Collins, Cody Bristow, and Lance Kelley. Laurel came away with five awards with 600 kids attending the camp. Cole Collins came away with the linebacker award for the 8 to 10 year olds, Daylin McCausland won the linebacker award for the 11 to 12 year olds, Beau Warrington got fullback award for the 13 to 15 year olds, Lance Kelley got the quarterback award for 16 to 17 year olds, and Cody Bristow received the linebacker award and also received the Art Monk award.

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District III Little League All-Star schedules for July 5-20

Laurel’s Eric Wharton slides into third base after hitting a triple during his team’s 41 win over Millsboro last Sunday in Georgetown. The Laurel 9-10 year-old baseball team advanced to the loser’s bracket finals with the win over Millsboro after topping Woodbridge, 10-9, and falling to Nanticoke, 10-9. Photo by Doug Worster

Laurel’s Regan Green fires a pitch to home last week in the 9-10 girls minor league softball game against Rehoboth. Green pitched a two-hitter and struck out 12 batters. Laurel lost 2-1. Photo by Gene Bleile

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Laurel’s Justin Hill prepares to pitch the ball during his team’s win over Millsboro last weekend. Photo by Doug Worster

The following are the local teams’ District III Little League baseball and softball schedules for tournaments scheduled July 5-20: Major League softball (winner’s bracket at Milton, loser’s bracket at Nanticoke)- Laurel vs. Rehoboth, 8 p.m. at Milton Friday, July 6- winner’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Milton; loser’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Nanticoke Saturday, July 7- loser’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Nanticoke Sunday, July 8- winner’s bracket 6 p.m. at Milton; loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Nanticoke Monday, July 9- loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Nanticoke Tuesday, July 10- championship 1 6 p.m. at Milton Wednesday, July 11- championship 2 (if necessary), 6 p.m. at Milton Major League baseball (winner’s bracket at Rehoboth, loser’s bracket at Milton)- Friday, July 13- Laurel vs. Lewes, 8 p.m. at Rehoboth Saturday, July 14- loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Milton Sunday, July 15- winner’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Rehoboth; loser’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Milton Monday, July 16- loser’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Milton Tuesday, July 17- winner’s bracket 6 p.m. at Rehoboth; loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Milton Wednesday, July 18- loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Milton Thursday, July 19- championship 1 6 p.m. at Rehoboth Friday, July 20- championship 2 (if necessary) 6 p.m. at Rehoboth Junior League baseball (winner’s bracket at Millsboro, loser’s bracket at Laurel)- Monday, July 16-Laurel vs. Lower Sussex, 8 p.m. at Millsboro Tuesday, July 17- winner’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Millsboro Wednesday, July 18- loser’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Laurel Thursday, July 19- winner’s bracket 6 p.m. at Millsboro; loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Laurel Friday, July 20- loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Laurel; Saturday, July 21- championship 1 6 p.m. at Millsboro; Sunday, July 22- championship 2 (if nec.) 6 p.m. at Millsboro Junior League softball (winner’s bracket at Laurel; loser’s bracket at Millsboro)- Saturday, July 14- Laurel vs. Millsboro, 6 p.m. at Laurel; Sunday, July 15- Nanticoke vs. Millsboro-Laurel winner, 6 p.m. at Laurel; Woodbridge-Lower Sussex winner vs. Cape, 8 p.m. at Laurel Monday, July 16- loser’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Millsboro Tuesday, July 17- winner’s bracket 6 p.m. at Laurel; loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Millsboro Wednesday, July 18- loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Millsboro Thursday, July 19- championship 1 6 p.m. at Laurel Friday, July 20- championship 2 (if necessary) 6 p.m. at Laurel Senior League softball (winner’s bracket at Lower Sussex, loser’s bracket at Lewes)- Sunday, July 15- Laurel vs. Millsboro-Lower Sussex winner, 8 p.m. at Lower Sussex Monday, July 16- loser’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Lewes Tuesday, July 17- winner’s bracket 6 p.m. at Lower Sussex; loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Lewes Wednesday, July 18- loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Lewes Thursday, July 19- championship 1 6 p.m. at Lower Sussex Friday, July 20- championship 2 (if necessary) at Lower Sussex Senior League baseball (winner’s bracket at Lower Sussex, loser’s bracket at Milton)- Friday, July 13- Laurel vs. Nanticoke-Lower Sussex winner, 8 p.m. at Lower Sussex Saturday, July 14- loser’s bracket 6 and 8 p.m. at Milton Sunday, July 15- winner’s bracket 6 p.m. at Lower Sussex; loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Milton Monday, July 16- loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at Milton Tuesday, July 17- championship 1 6 p.m. at Lower Sussex Wednesday, July 18- championship 2 6 p.m. at Lower Sussex

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TEAM PARTY- Shown (not in order) is the Rick Evans Custom Homes 8-9 year old Rookie League team at a team party recently: Christian Murphy, Chance Watts, Seamus Burke, Ethan Wilckens, Nicholas Wilder, Tyler Hare, Corey Evans, Christopher James, Billy Voges, Zane Zellhart, and Nicolas Weimar. Not pictured is Joseph McGarvey. The team’s coach is David Hare with assistant coaches Jimmy Watts and Chris Wilder. Photo by Pat Murphy

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Laurel’s David Bartee, left, and Kelsey Gordy were junior ambassadors during this year’s Blue-Gold game. Photo by Mike McClure

Register now for the Shore Stick Field Hockey Camp in Salisbury Learn the skills necessary to hit the field at the annual Shore Stick Field Hockey Camp, slated for July 23-27 at Bennett Middle School. Registration is now open for the week long instructional program which will be led by Salisbury University head field hockey coach Dawn Chamberlain. The camp, which is open to rising third graders through graduating seniors, is designed to improve the skill level and conceptual knowledge of field hockey players. Girls will be divided into groups according to their ability and/or age. Chamberlain has led the Sea Gulls to 18 NCAA tournament berths with nine appearances in the final four. She has produced 73 all-conference players, 42 All-Americans, and 88 all-region players. Assistant coaches Lindsay Elliott (Delmar), Brittany Elliott (Delmar), and Megan Powell will join Chamberlain at camp this summer. Registration is taking place at the Wicomico Civic Center box office Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Call Kelly O’Brien at 410-548-4900 ext. 108 or contact her at kobrien@wicomicocounty.org for more information on the registration process.

Registration is being held for Margie Knight Volleyball Camp Girls ages 12-17 who are interested in improving their volleyball skills should make plans to attend the Margie Knight Volleyball Camp this summer. Scheduled to take place at Salisbury University Aug. 6-10, the program is designed to teach aspiring players to bump, set, and spike successfully. Registration is taking place at the Wicomico Civic Center box office Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. To register online visit www.wicomicorecandparks.org. The cost is $145 per player. For more information about the camp, which is sponsored by Wicomico Recreation, Parks, and Tourism, please contact Kelly O’Brien at 410-548-4900 ext. 108.

SUSSEX WEST- The Patriots’ Jeff Taylor makes contact with a pitch during last Thursday’s home win over Georgetown. Taylor had a pair of hits in his team’s loss to Milford on Tuesday. Photo by Mike McClure

Maryland District 8 Little League All-Star schedules (as of 6/27) The following are the preliminary Maryland District 8 Little League All-Star schedules for Delmar (subject to change): Tourney of Champions- Thursday, June 28- Delmar vs. Berlin at Fruitland, 6 p.m. 9-10 baseball- Thursday, July 5- Willards at Delmar, 6 p.m.; Monday, July 9- Delmar at Crisfield, 6 p.m.; Wednesday, July 11- Fruitland at Delmar, 6 p.m.; Sunday, July 15- semifinals 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. at TBA; Monday, July 16- championship 6 p.m. at TBA Major League baseball- Sunday, July 8- Pocomoke at Delmar, 2 p.m.; Tuesday, July 10- Delmar at Berlin, 6 p.m.; Thursday, July 12- Delmar at Willards, 6 p.m.; Saturday, July 14- East Wicomico at Delmar, 1 p.m.; Monday, July 16- semifinals 6 p.m. at TBA; Tuesday, July 17- championship 6 p.m. at TBA Junior League baseball- Friday, July 6- Delmar at Princess Anne, 6 p.m.; Sunday, July 8- winner’s bracket game 1 p.m. at TBA; loser’s bracket game 1 p.m. at TBA; Tuesday, July 10 winner’s bracket 6 p.m. at TBA, loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at TBA; Thursday, July 12- winner’s bracket 6 p.m. at TBA, loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at TBA; Saturday, July 14- loser’s bracket 10 a.m. at TBA; Monday, July 16- championship 6 p.m. at TBA; Tuesday, July 17- championship 2 (if necessary) 6 p.m. at TBA Senior League baseball- Monday, July 9- Delmar vs. Fruitland/East Wicomico winner, 6 p.m. at TBA; Wednesday, July 11- winner’s bracket 6 p.m. at TBA, loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at TBA; Friday, July 13- loser’s bracket 6 p.m. at TBA; Sunday, July 15- championship 5 p.m. at TBA; Monday, July 16- championship 2 (if necessary) 6 p.m. at TBA

OUT AT THE PLATE- Umpire Mike Marine makes the call as Laurel’s pitcher Regan Green tags out a Rehoboth base runner at the plate last week in girls’ Minor League tournament play. Photo by Gene Bleile

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NANTICOKE-WOODBRIDGE- Woodbridge’s Castaysha Lewis is tagged out at the plate by Nanticoke’s Erin Marine who took a throw from catcher Rebekah Warrington during a Minor League all-star softball game last week. Photo by David Elliott SEAFORD-LAUREL- Laurel’s Justin Hill, left, scores a first inning run while Nanticoke hurler Nick Bennett winds and delivers a pitch during Monday’s game in Georgetown. Nanticoke edged Laurel, 10-9, for the second time in two meetings to advance to Tuesday’s District III Minor League baseball championship game. See next week’s Seaford Star for coverage. Photos by Doug Worster

Woodbridge’s Kani Kane stands at the plate during his team’s District III 9-10 year-old tournament game last week in Georgetown. Photo by Mike McClure

Stephanie Cardillo delivers a pitch for the Twisters during the NSA 16U state championship game last weekend in Laurel. The Twisters placed second in the tournament. Photo by Mike McClure

Send us your sports scores - it’s easy! EYE ON THE BALL- Kristen Collins of the Delaware Diamonds Teal team makes contact with a pitch during her team’s NSA championship game against the Delaware Cobras in 12U play last weekend in Laurel. The Cobras defeated the Diamonds. Photo by Mike McClure

Coaches and parents are invited to send any team scores that they would like to see featured in the Star. Items can be e-mailed to sports@mspublications.com or faxed to 302-629-9243. The Twisters’ A m a n d a Shockley attempts to tag out a Delaware Cobras’ runner at third during the NSA state tournament last Sunday in Laurel. Photo by Mike McClure

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SSA earns 424-149 victory over Shawnee in lone meet SSA 424, Shawnee 149- Seaford Swim Association (SSA) earned a 424149 win over Shawnee last week. Andrew Halter broke the team record in the individual medley and the 50 yard butterfly. In SSA’s meet last week, Cory Darden broke the team record in the 13-14 boys freestyle with a time of 24.91. Other standouts this year are: Michael Dopler and Gray Venables in 12 and under boys, Maria DeMott, Alex Welding, Paige Venables, Jamie Swain and the team’s entire group of 15-18 boys. SSA’s meet with the Elks on Thursday, June 28 was canceled due to the stormy weather, but will be rescheduled in July. The results from last week’s meet follow: Girls 8 and under- 100 Yard Freestyle Relay 7 and above- 1. SSA Dolphins ‘A’ (Hannah Venables, Kierra Horne, Amy Venables, Samantha Cotten), 1:30.26; Boys 8 and under 100 Yard Freestyle Relay 7 and above- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Mitchell Moyer, Patrick Dopler, David Simpler, Griffin Dunn), 1:45.21, 3. SSA ‘B’ (Kurtis Webber, Christopher Dopler, Cohen Davis, Ethan Wheatley), 2:29.62; Girls 10 and under 100 Yard Freestyle Relay- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Madeline Morris, Olivia Duke, Kelsey Ketterman, Hailey Simpler), 1:22.86; Boys 10 and under 100 Yard Freestyle Relay- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Ryan Seeley, Cameron Horne, Noah Shapley, Nathan Hanenfeld), 1:15.13; Girls 11-12 200 Yard Freestyle Relay- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Corrine Stewart, Tori Hearn, Julia Tobin, Maria DeMott), 2:14.13, 3. SSA ‘B’ (Courtney Michel, Aubrey Seeley, Lauren Shapley, Taylor Daudt), 2:39.49; Boys 11-12 200 Yard Freestyle Relay- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Gray Venables, Ted Schwartz, Jacob Tull, Michael Dopler), 2:27.78; Girls 13-14 200 Yard Freestyle Relay- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Ania Sypek, Ali Schwartz, Kayla Horne, Rachel Haas), 2:12.41; Boys 13-14 200 Yard Freestyle Relay- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Cory Darden, Alex Welding, Ryan Stewart, Matthew Tull), 1:54.15, 2. SSA ‘B’ (Danny Seeley, Jonathan Schwinn, Stephen Dopler, Matthew Dopler), 2:14.81; Girls 15-18 200 Yard Freestyle Relay- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Katelin Tull, Courtney Swain, Taylor Swain, Jamie Swain), 1:59.84; Boys 1518 200 Yard Freestyle Relay- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Jeremy Halter, Daniel DeMott, Drew Venables, Andy Halter), 1:36.66, 2. SSA ‘B’ (Brian DeMott, Zach Hearn, Phillip DeMott, Tim Halter), 1:45.15 Boys 8 & Under 25 Yard Butterfly 7 and above- 2. Cohen Davis, SSA, 37.87; Girls 10 and under 25 Yard Butterfly1. Kelsey Ketterman, SSA, 24.94, 2. Olivia Duke, SSA, 25.37, 3. Leah Bollinger, SSA, 29.59; Boys 10 and under 25 Yard Butterfly- 1. Ryan Seeley, SSA, 18.37, 4. Noah Shapley, SSA, 24.62 Girls 11-12 50 Yard Butterfly- 1. Maria DeMott, SSA, 35.78, 3. Corrine Stewart, SSA, 42.30, 4. Taylor Daudt, SSA, 42.34; Boys 11-12 50 Yard Butter-

fly- Michael Dopler, SSA, 33.69, 2. Gray Venables, SSA, 36.31; Girls 13-14 50 Yard Butterfly- 1. Ania Sypek, SSA, 35.81, 2. Rachel Haas, SSA, 38.12; Boys 13-14 50 Yard Butterfly- 1. Cory Darden, SSA, 28.50, 2. Alex Welding, SSA, 31.75, 3. Ryan Stewart, SSA, 32.90, 4. Stephen Dopler, SSA, 52.46; Girls 15-18 50 Yard Butterfly- 1. Jamie Swain, SSA, 30.35, 2. Taylor Swain, SSA, 33.15, 3. Katelin Tull, SSA, 35.32; Boys 15-18 50 Yard Butterfly- 1. Andy Halter, SSA, 25.63, 2. Drew Venables, SSA, 26.51, 3. Jeremy Halter, SSA, 27.44, 4. Brian DeMott, SSA, 28.96, 5. Daniel DeMott, SSA, 29.18, 7. Kyler Horne, SSA, 31.63 Girls 6 and under 25 Yard Backstroke- 1. Amy Venables, SSA, 27.72, 2. Becca Wheatley, SSA, 53.89. 5. Riley Dunn, SSA, 1:41.44; Boys 6 and under 25 Yard Backstroke- 3. Cameron Kvilhaug, SSA, 1:01.56, 4. Shane Stark, SSA, 1:10.55; Girls 8 and under 25 Yard Backstroke 7 and above- 1. Hannah Venables, SSA, 26.01, 2. Samantha Cotten, SSA, 27.54; Boys 8 and under 25 Yard Backstroke 7 and above- 1. Mitchell Moyer, SSA, 20.73, 3. Kurtis Webber, SSA 28.62, 4. Griffin Dunn, SSA, 31.18, 6. Ethan Wheatley, SSA, 37.74, 8. Christopher Dopler, SSA, 51.46; Girls 9-10 25 Yard Backstroke- 2. Olivia Duke, SSA, 25.44, 5. Hailey Simpler, SSA, 29.18, 6. Kelsey Ketterman, SSA, 33.84; Boys 9-10 25 Yard Backstroke- 1. Ryan Seeley, SSA, 20.78, 2. Cameron Horne, SSA, 24.37, 3. Nathan Hanenfeld, SSA, 26.21. 4. Zac Truitt, SSA, 30.23, 7. J.L. King, SSA, 34.23 Girls 11-12 50 Yard Backstroke- 2. Tori Hearn, SSA, 39.87, 3. Julia Tobin, SSA, 45.73, 4. Corrine Stewart, SSA, 46.13, 6. Aubrey Seeley, SSA, 51.03, 8. Lauren Shapley, SSA, 53.00; Boys 11-12 50 Yard Backstroke- 1. Michael Dopler, SSA, 41.56, 2. Jacob Tull, SSA, 47.90, 3. Ted Schwartz, SSA, 1:07.22; Girls 13-14 50 Yard Backstroke- 1. Rachel Haas, SSA, 35.72, 2. Ali Schwartz, SSA, 36.65, 4. Kayla Horne, SSA, 44.15; Boys 13-14 50 Yard Backstroke- 1. Danny Seeley, SSA, 34.53, 2. Alex Welding, SSA, 36.35, 3. Matthew Tull, SSA, 38.90, 5. Stephen Dopler, SSA, 49.22, 6. Matthew Dopler, SSA, 50.71; Girls 15-18 50 Yard Backstroke- 1. Jamie Swain, SSA, 32.78, 2. Courtney Swain, SSA, 35.93, 4. Alison Schwinn, SSA, 41.80; Boys 15-18 50 Yard Backstroke- 1. Andy Halter, SSA, 25.95, 2. Tim Halter, SSA, 29.84, 3. Jeremy Halter, SSA, 32.12, 4. Kyler Horne,

NYSA Fall 2007 soccer signups to take place in Seaford, Laurel The NYSA Fall 2007 soccer signups will take place at the NYSA shed in Seaford and the Laurel library in Laurel. The cost is $35 for the first child, $20 for the second, and $10 for each additional child. The signup dates and times are as follows: July 7- 10 a.m. to noon; July 10- 6 to 8 p.m.; July 14- 10 a.m. to noon; July 19- 6 to 8 p.m.

Shown is the Delaware Maddness 14U softball team which placed first in the NSA tournament last Sunday in Laurel. Photo by Mike McClure

Shown is the Coastal Bay Cruisers 14U team which placed second in the NSA softball tournament last weekend in Laurel. Photo by Mike McClure

More NSA softball championship photos in next week’s Star. SSA, 34.09. 5. Trevor Lee, SSA, 34.26, 6. Zach Hearn, SSA, 35.24, 7. Phillip DeMott, SSA, 35.27 Girls 6 and under 25 Yard Breaststroke- 1. Amy Venables, SSA, 37.08, 2. Sophie Hanenfeld, SSA, 1:01.71, 5. Riley Dunn, SSA, 1:14.93; Boys 6 and under 25 Yard Breaststroke 6 and under- 2. Shane Stark, SSA, 48.06, 4. Cameron Kvilhaug, SSA, 1:04.31; Girls 8 and under 25 Yard Breaststroke 7 and above1. Hannah Venables, SSA, 23.65, 3. Kierra Horne, SSA, 40.30; Boys 8 and under 25 Yard Breaststroke 7 and above- 2. Griffin Dunn, SSA, 32.06, 3. David Simpler, SSA, 33.02, 4. Cohen Davis, SSA, 48.73; Girls 9-10 25 Yard Breaststroke2. Madeline Morris, SSA, 26.38. 4. Hailey Simpler, SSA, 34.37, 5. Leah Bollinger, SSA, 35.78; Boys 9-10 25 Yard Breaststroke- 1. Cameron Horne, SSA, 23.62, 3. Noah Shapley, SSA, 25.58, 5. Zac Truitt, SSA, 32.07 Girls 11-12 50 Yard Breaststroke- 1. Maria DeMott, SSA, 40.84, 3. Tori Hearn, SSA, 44.16, 4. Julia Tobin, SSA, 46.81, 5. Aubrey Seeley, SSA, 51.34; Boys 11-12 50 Yard Breaststroke- 1. Gray Venables, SSA, 45.62, 2. Jacob Tull, SSA, 47.53; Girls 13-14 50 Yard Breaststroke- 2. Ali Schwartz, SSA, 42.94, 3. Ania Sypek, SSA, 43.18, 4. Kayla Horne, SSA, 53.51;

Boys 13-14 50 Yard Breaststroke- 1. Danny Seeley, SSA, 40.47, 2. Jonathan Schwinn, SSA, 41.61, 3. Ryan Stewart, SSA, 42.44, 4, Matthew Tull, SSA, 43.22, 5. Matthew Dopler, SSA, 51.53; Girls 1518 50 Yard Breaststroke- 1. Katelin Tull, SSA, 39.69, 3. Courtney Swain, SSA, 40.45, 4. Alison Schwinn, SSA, 43.90; Boys 15-18 50 Yard Breaststroke- 1. Drew Venables, SSA, 32.52, 2. Philip DeMott, SSA, 32.75, 3. Brian DeMott, SSA, 33.47, 4. Tim Halter, SSA, 34.31, 5. Zach Hearn, SSA, 34.40, 6. Daniel DeMott, SSA, 34.46; Girls 6 and under 25 Yard Freestyle- 1. Amy Venables, SSA, 23.50, 2. Becca Wheatley, SSA, 43.96, 3. Sophie Hanenfeld, SSA, 47.61. 4. Riley Dunn, SSA, 1:02.10 Boys 6 & Under 25 Yard Freestyle3. Shane Stark, SSA, 38.02, 4. Nathan Venables, SSA, 45.67, 6. Cameron Kvilhaug, SSA, 55.54; Girls 8 and under 25 Yard Freestyle 7 and above- 1. Samantha Cotten, SSA, 21.84, 2. Kierra Horne, SSA, 31.62, 4. Baylee Ketterman, SSA, 37.75; Boys 8 and under 25 Yard Freestyle 7 and above- 1. Mitchell Moyer, SSA, 16.62, 3. David Simpler, SSA, 24.12, 4. Griffin Dunn, SSA, 25.15, 5. Christopher Dopler, SSA, 34.45, 6. Ethan Wheatley, SSA, 36.50, 7. Cohen Davis, Continued on page 45

SSA continued SSA, 37.90, 9. Patrick Dopler, SSA, 38.68, 10. Kurtis Webber, SSA, 41.71; Girls 10 and under 25 Yard Freestyle- 1. Madeline Morris, SSA, 20.00, 5. Leah Bollinger, SSA, 21.73, 6. Kelsey Ketterman, SSA, 22.75; Boys 10 and under 25 Yard Freestyle- 3. Nathan Hanenfeld, SSA, 19.46, 4. Noah Shapley, SSA, 21.50, 6. J.L. King, SSA, 24.34 Girls 11-12 50 Yard Freestyle- 1. Tori Hearn, SSA, 33.74, 2. Julia Tobin, SSA, 35.22, 3. Taylor Daudt, SSA, 36.83, 4. Courtney Michel, SSA, 39.18, 7. Aubrey Seeley, SSA, 42.68, 8. Lauren Shapley, SSA, 42.72; Boys 11-12 50 Yard Freestyle- 1. Gray Venables, SSA, 31.17, 2. Jacob Tull, SSA, 38.31, 4. Ted Schwartz, SSA, 51.72; Girls 13-14 50 Yard Freestyle- 1. Rachel Haas, SSA, 29.57, 2. Ania Sypek, SSA, 31.55, 5. Kayla Horne, SSA, 40.05; Boys 13-14 50 Yard Freestyle- 1. Cory Darden, SSA, 27.84, 2. Danny Seeley, SSA, 29.50, 3. Matthew Tull, SSA, 30.34, 4. Jonathan Schwinn, SSA, 32.44, 5. Stephen Dopler, SSA, 33.84, 8. Matthew Dopler, SSA, 44.15; Girls 15-18 50 Yard Freestyle- 1. Jamie Swain, SSA, 28.31, 2. Taylor Swain, SSA, 30.37, 6. Alison Schwinn, 34.06; Boys 15-18 50 Yard Freestyle- 1. Drew Venables, SSA, 24.07, 2. Jeremy Halter, SSA, 24.75, 4.Daniel DeMott, SSA, 25.78, 5. Zach Hearn, SSA, 25.90, 6. Philip DeMott, SSA, 27.25, 7. Kyler Horne, SSA, 27.44, 8. Trevor Lee, SSA, 27.80. Girls 9-10 100 Yard IM- 1. Madeline Morris, SSA, 1:59.15, 2. Olivia Duke, SSA, 2:00.14; Boys 9-10 100 Yard IM1. Ryan Seeley, SSA, 1:36.49, 3. Cameron Horne, SSA, 1:49.37, 4. Zac Truitt, SSA, 2:29.96; Girls 11-12 100 Yard IM- 1. Maria DeMott, SSA, 1:18.56, 3. Corrine Stewart, SSA, 1:34.63, 4. Taylor Daudt, SSA, 1:34.99; Boys 11-12 100 Yard IM- 1. Michael Do-

MORNING STAR pler, SSA, 1:22.15; Girls 13-14 100 Yard IM- 1. Ali Schwartz, SSA, 1:22.50; Boys 13-14 100 Yard IM- 1. Cory Darden, SSA, 1:06.40, 2. Alex Welding, SSA, 1:16.53, 3. Ryan Stewart, SSA, 1:21.93; Girls 15-18 100 Yard IM- 1. Courtney Swain, SSA, 1:16.44, 2. Taylor Swain, SSA, 1:18.63, 3. Katelin Tull, SSA, 1:20.15; Boys 15-18 100 Yard IM- 1. Andy Halter, SSA, 59.25, 2. Tim Halter, SSA, 1:04.08, 3. Brian DeMott, SSA, 1:05.55 Girls 8 and under 100 Yard Medley Relay 7 and above- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Kierra Horne, Hannah Venables, Amy Venables, Samantha Cotten), 2:01.44; Girls 9-10 100 Yard Medley Relay- 2, SSA ‘A’ (Madeline Morris, Hailey Simpler, Kelsey Ketterman, Leah Bollinger), 1:53.74; Boys 9-10 100 Yard Medley Relay- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Nathan Hanenfeld, Cameron Horne, Ryan Seeley, Noah Shapley), 1:32.96. Girls 11-12 200 Yard Medley Relay1. SSA ‘A’ (Tori Hearn, Maria DeMott, Corrine Stewart, Taylor Daudt), 2:47.79, 3. SSA ‘B’ (Aubrey Seeley, Julia Tobin, Lauren Shapley Courtney Michel), 3:21.20; Boys 11-12 200 Yard Medley Relay- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Michael Dopler, Jacob Tull, Gray Venables, Ted Schwartz), 3:05.09; Girls 13-14 200 Yard Medley Relay- 1, SSA ‘A’ (Rachel Haas, Ali Schwartz, Ania Sypek, Kayla Horne), 2:36.94; Boys 13-14 200 Yard Medley Relay- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Danny Seeley, Cory Darden, Ryan Stewart, Alex Welding), 2:18.61, 2. SSA ‘B’ (Stephen Dopler, Jonathan Schwinn, Matthew Tull, Matthew Dopler), 2:50.78; Girls 15-18 200 Yard Medley Relay- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Courtney Swain, Katelyn Tull, Jamie Swain, Taylor Swain), 2:22.62. Boys 1518 200 Yard Medley Relay- 1. SSA ‘A’ (Andy Halter, Brian DeMott, Jeremy Halter, Tim Halter), 1:55.94, 2. SSA ‘B’ (Kyler Horne, Philip DeMott, Trevor Lee, Daniel DeMott), 2:13.14.

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Seaford Bowling Lanes Weds. No Tap High games and series Randy Heath 315 Bob Rice 1061 Ruth Horsey 330, 1247

Tuesday Nascar High games and series Ted Campbell 295 William Parlier 779 Erin Ward 299, 757

Thursday Summer Mixed High games and series Matt Wheatley 285 Keith Harris 788 Saan Sellers 276 Kim Bailey 746

Summer Senior Express High games and series Bill Bodley 294, 848

Weds. Summer Adult/Youth High games and series Scott Morgan 290 Joe Bay 798 Trena Moore 277, 798 Doug Hastings 312, 832 Ann Marie Childress 302 Taylor Richey 798

Summer Adult/Youth High games and series Bill Graver 312, 830 Shirley Prettyman 277, 778 Tray Lord 280, 784 Kim Zoller 285 Samantha Richey 285 Ann Marie Childress 777

Star Weekly Lg. Spotlight Weds. No Tap Seaford Lanes Double Trouble The Muffins

25.5-14.5 24.5-15.5 23.5-16.5

Bad Boys Ups and Downs Angel Eyes #2 Get R Done Lucky Ladies Debbie Crew I Don’t Know

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Tuesday Nascar Steppin Up The 4 B’s Bass Ackwards #2 Whoever High Rollers Globe Trotters Three to One Aces

19.5-12.5 18.5-13.5 17.5-14.5 17.5-14.5 17-15 14.5-17.5 14.5-17.5 9-23

Thurs. Summer Mixed Banned 4 B’s Wheatley Rollers Gopher Four Heavy Hitters The Odd Couples Top Shelf Late Comers Look Out Fear the Handicap

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Summer Senior Express

Silver Lining 2 Gals and a Guy Seaford Lanes Walkers Warriors

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Western Sussex Boys and Girls Club sports news Seaford Pop Warner holding registration- Register today for Seaford’s only traveling football league. This “nationally” recognized youth program is headed up by Seaford Pop Warner Parent’s Association. Mandatory play rules, no tryouts, first come, first serve. Rosters limited to first 35 per football team and 25 per cheer team (mighty-mite cheer limited to first 10). Seaford Pop Warner football and cheerleading travels to different towns on the Eastern Shore. The ages are 7-15 for football and 5-15 for cheerleading. The registration fee is $65. For the safety of your child weight limits are set for football players. The season begins on July 30. Coaches and volunteers are needed. For more information please call: Gary at 443-8802978, Rhonda at 302-628-5137, Sherry at 302-629-0654, or Karen at the Boys & Girls Club: 302-628-3789 .

Soccer Sessions soccer camps to take place in Seaford, Salisbury Soccer Sessions soccer camps will take place in Seaford and Salisbury this summer. Co-ed day camp will take place at Salisbury University July 9-13. The camp will take place 9 a.m.- 3 p.m with the following schedule: 9 a.m. technical session; 11 a.m. lunch and recreation; 1 p.m. games and competitions; 3 p.m. end of day/campers pickup; Friday- 2:45 p.m. awards ceremony A co-ed day camp will take place July 16-20 at Seaford High School from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with the following schedule: 9 a.m.- technical sessions and snack at 11 a.m.; 11:15 technical sessions/skills work; 12 p.m. small-sided games and competitions; 1 p.m. end of day/camper pick-up; Friday 12:45 p.m. awards ceremony Girls’ and boys’ advanced evening sessions with specialized goalkeeping training will also be held July 8-12 at Salisbury University from 4 p.m.- 9 p.m. The boys’ advanced evening camp for boys ages 14-18 will be directed by Salisbury men’s soccer coach Gerry DiBartolo while the girls’ advanced evening camp will be directed by Seaford varsity boys’ soccer coach Tim Lee. The evening camp schedule is as follows: 4 p.m. technical sessions; 6 p.m. dinner and recreation; 7 p.m. games and competitions; 9 p.m. camper pickup The camp fees are: Salisbury Co-ed Day Camp- $180; Salisbury evening camp$150; Seaford day camp- $95. The fee includes camp a t-shirt, soccer ball, and prizes. For more information contact Tim Lee (Seaford) at 302-629-5465 or Gerry DiBartolo (Salisbury) at 410-749-8615 (Salisbury) or visit www.soccersessionscamps.com.

Seaford Department of Recreation signups are taking place

Sussex West third baseman Steve Sharff throws to first during a recent American Legion baseball game in Seaford. No results were submitted for last week’s scheduled games. Photo by Mike McClure

Sign ups are going on now for the following Seaford Department of Recreation programs: Youth Tackle Football- ages 7-13, the cost is $ 30 and includes a physical; NFL Youth Flag Football- ages 6-14, the cost is $ 20; Youth Cheerleading- ages 7-14, the Cost is $40 and cheerleaders keep their uniforms; Youth Field Hockey- ages 8-12, the cost is $20 and includes a t-shirt. Call 629-6809 for more information or come by the office to sign up. Cameron Baynum of the Braves stands at the plate during a recent Nanticoke Little League Pee Wee baseball game.

Send your local team’s scores and results to the Star at 302-629-9243 (f) or sports@mspublications.com

Seaford Department of Recreation is looking for adult league teams Team that wish to enter the Seaford Department of Recreation’s Men’s Fall SloPitch, Women’s Fall Volleyball, Co-ed Fall Volleyball, or Men’s Fall Flag Football league can call the office for more information at 629-6809. The cost to enter a team will vary.

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Send in your recipes for Crab Cake Cook-off Entries for the 18th Coast Day Crab Cake Cook-Off are due on Friday, Aug. 10. Eight finalists will be selected from these entries to compete for cash prizes ($150 for first place, $100 for second place, and $75 for third place), a plaque, and recognition in the cook-off on Coast Day, Sunday, Oct. 7, at the University of Delaware's Hugh R. Sharp Campus in Lewes. Sponsored by the Delaware Sea Grant College Program and the University of Delaware College of Marine and Earth Studies, Coast Day is an annual educational festival and showcase for Delaware's rich marine resources. The event typically attracts more than 10,000 visitors, and it has won state and national awards for its efforts to promote environmental education and stewardship. This year marks the 31st anniversary of Coast Day, which is always held on the first Sunday in October. The cook-off first became part of Coast Day in 1990. Since that time, over 250 recipes have been submitted by professional and amateur cooks from across the country. They have used all manner of names and ingredients in their quest to concoct the recipe that will win the coveted title of "Delaware's Best Crab Cakes." "It is amazing that after 17 years, par-

ticipation is still strong in the Coast Day Crab Cake Cook-Off, with both professional and amateur cooks entering," says Doris Hicks, seafood technology specialist for the Delaware Sea Grant Marine Advisory Service and organizer of the cook-off. "So many people seem to be into cooking today - maybe it's the influence of all the cooking shows on television." Hicks adds that grocery stores have many ingredients that can update a traditional recipe or, she says, "With all these wonderful ingredients you can be as creative as you want. The trick is to come up with a recipe that complements the crabmeat without overpowering it." Last year, Lynne G. Laino of Downingtown, Pa., won first place with her "Caribbean Coconut Crabcakes with Peppery Pineapple Glaze." Laino has been invited to be a judge for this year's competition - a time-honored tradition in which each year's first-place winner is given an opportunity to judge the following year's crab cake cook-off. Award-winning recipes are published in a commemorative Coast Day Crab Cake Cookbook. The cookbook will be updated in 2007 to include recipes spanning the entire 18year history of the Crab Cake Cook-Off. The spiral-bound booklet costs $6. It will be available at Coast Day and from

the Marine Public Education Office in Newark at (302) 831-8083 or the Sea Grant Marine Advisory Service in Lewes at (302) 645-4346. Crab cakes must be made from 100 percent blue-crab meat. Each finalist will receive two pounds of jumbo lump blue-crab meat to use the day of the competition. All other ingredients and cooking utensils are the contestants' responsibility. Judging will be based on originality, predominance of crab meat, taste, and texture. For a complete set of contest rules and an entry form, or for more information, visit the Delaware Sea Grant web site (www.ocean.udel.edu/seagrant) or contact the Sea Grant Marine Advisory Service at 302-645-4346 or rbaty@cms.udel.edu <mailto:rbaty@cms.udel.edu> . "Caribbean Coconut Crabcakes with Peppery Pineapple Glaze" By Lynne G. Laino Caribbean Coconut Crabcakes 2 pounds jumbo lump blue crab meat 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 egg 3/4 cup Hellmann's mayonnaise 1 teaspoon yellow mustard 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 5-6 dashes tabasco

1 sleeve saltines, finely crushed 1-1/3 cups shredded coconut 2/3 cups Panko (Japanese bread crumbs) Canola oil for frying Peppery Pineapple Glaze 1 cup pineapple preserves` 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes 1-2 dashes cayenne pepper To make glaze: In a bowl, stir together pineapple preserves, Dijon mustard, lime juice, ginger, red pepper flakes, and cayenne. Set aside. To make crab cakes: Pick over crab meat, removing any shells or cartilage. Sprinkle with lime juice. In a large bowl, beat egg slightly then stir in mayonnaise, mustard, Worcestershire and tabasco. Add crab meat and cracker crumbs and lightly toss until well combined. Shape into 12 equal size cakes. Put shredded coconut and Panko in a pie plate and stir to blend. Coat crab cakes with coconut/Panko mixture. Fry in canola oil over medium high heat until golden on both sides. Drizzle with spicy pineapple glaze.

New legislative rosters are available The 2007-2008 Legislative Rosters are now available. Published by the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce, the Legislative Roster provides the names and addresses of members of the Delaware General Assembly, the Congressional delegation and state and local government leaders. Also included are an introduction to State Chamber lobbyists, listings of Senate and House committees and their members, district maps, and voter registration information. Updated each election year, this State Chamber publication is a valuable resource for business owners. Copies are $15 each for the first nine and $8 each for 10 or more. Charitable nonprofits and government institutions

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LION OF THE YEAR - Laurel Lions Club member Barry Munoz (center) was named Lion of the Year: 2006-2007 for his outstanding service for the club and community. Club president, John Bennett (left) and Lion of the Year 2005-2006 and past district governor John Shwed (right) presented the award. Photo by Jeff Dolby

54TH-YEAR REUNION - Members of the Laurel High School class of 1942 recently held a reunion at the Laurel Dutch Inn, Laurel. Back, from left: George Northam, Melvin Lecates, Wilson Lowe, Betty German Atkinson, Mary Catherine Hearn Brittingham and James Allen. Front: Doris Ralph Morgan, Blanche Dukes Elliott, Virginia Anderson Rust (class advisor) and Teresa Hedges Murray. Submitted

VISIT TO AIRPORT - Educators (from left) Mary Lemmons (Middletown High School), Faith Krebs (Delmar High School) and Deloris Williams (William Penn High School) look at the helicopter operated by the Delaware State Police Aviation Section of the Department of Safety and Homeland Security. CPL/3 Carrie Border, Trooper Medical, highlights features of the aircraft during the teachers’ visit to Summit Airport.

JONES FELLOWS - Laurel Lions Club members (from left) Ron Scott, Barbara Shwed and Norm Prothe hold plaques they received recognizing them as Melvin Jones Fellows. This recognition, named for the founder of the Lions, recognizes club members for service to the club and to the community. The presentation was made by club president, John Bennett (right).

Glimpse of the Past This photo of Pollitt’s Store shows a vintage look at the old family grocery. The building was located on the corner of 8th Street and Railroad Avenue. Photo courtesy of Clay Davis.

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Criticize Bush policy if you D o i n g t h e T o w n s T o g e t h e r want but leave shoes alone LAUREL AND DELMAR SOCIALS

Poor President Bush. The man just can’t win, no matter what he does, thinks, supports, or does not support. Most of us aspire to a few things during our lifetime. Things such as being happy, being successful, having a good life, a loving spouse, and children that are happy. We all want good health, a decent place to live, enough good food to keep us comfortably full and clothes on our back. Therein lies the latest problem with the president of our nation. Millions of people in these United States wear whatever fashion they choose. Some are not happy unless they have the latest designer suits, ties, shirts, cufflinks, dresses, slacks, blouses, coats and sweaters. This group of people can well afford to purchase any item that catches their eye, and for many that means handbags that cost well over $150 per bag. Absolutely no one comments on their appearance. After all, it is not the business of the average man. This group of well-heeled people is not too concerned about whether or not what they are wearing is attractive or fits well or is becoming. Their present whim has been satisfied, they are sporting the top of the line of fashion and so they are on their way. Mr. and Mrs. Average American might look longingly at some of the latest fashions, or hair styles, and wish their budget could bend a bit so that they could, just once in their lifetime, buy a very special outfit. This is the majority group of citizens of our nation. These are the everyday hard workers from all walks of life. This group is more concerned with doing an honest day’s work for an honest dollar, putting food on the table, paying the mortgage and the electric bill, keeping the automobile filled with gas, seeing that their children have decent clothing and the basic needs of life. This group also tries to put a few dollars away each week so that they might be able to have a couple of days vacation time each summer. They are the majority, the group most of us are a part of. Then there is the President of the United States, George Bush. Here is a man who is criticized if he supports a certain foreign policy, or if he

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Another friend passes Preparing Students for Success By Valerie Woodruff

His obituary begins: “John C. Hopkins III, Christian, devoted RYANT ICHARDSON husband and father, entrepreneur and sailor, passed away July 1, Calio does take a slam 2007 after a long and difficult battle with cancer.” at the GOP, but only as a I knew John primarily because of his involvement with a Christian small part of his litany radio station. John was one of the original group that brought Christagainst everything he ian Radio, WOLC, to the Eastern Shore. Years later, Ralph Scott per- sees wrong... suaded me to serve on the WOLC board of directors, a position I enour system, but I regret the error. joyed, but had to give up after a few years My apologies. due to my work schedule. I guess it didn’t really register with me This week you will see on page 24 the until I read his obituary that his sailboat first of Frank Calio’s columns. I must say was named the "Morning Star." Just as my that I expected Frank to unleash his pent sister, Jo Ann Sullivan, had named this up feelings by raging against those who business Morning Star Publications in ref- were responsible for his column being takerence to Jesus as the bright and morning en out of the Star newspapers because of star, John and his wife of 50 years, Lou his position as State Election CommisAnn, also wanted to project to the commu- sioner, but instead he starts by going after nity their Christian faith. President Bush. And while we know we all must pass He does take a slam at the GOP, but and that the promise of our Christian faith only as a small part of his litany against is entrance into a better place, those temeverything he sees wrong with America porarily left behind feel the loss. We’ll under Bush’s leadership. miss you John. John’s family requests He says we have not been so divided as contributions to WOLC, P.O. Box 130, a nation since the Civil War. During that Princess Anne, MD 21853. time a Republican was president, too. Abraham Lincoln, too, had those who I owe an apology to the family of opposed his actions that helped lead this Roland Jordan. Somehow his first name nation into war. History has shown he was misspelled in his obituary last week. made the right choices and histoI’ve known Rollie for years and have ry will show the same for Presiserved in the Kiwanis Club with him. I’m dent Bush, who is staying the not sure how the wrong name got through course against terrorism.

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As a former high school teacher, counselor and principal, I have a special place in my heart for high school students. I’ve spent most of my career working to help them succeed in school and prepare them for life after high school. Over the years, this has become more and more challenging, as our culture and economy demand more sophisticated knowledge and skills. In Delaware and across the nation, educators are focused on revitalizing high schools to ensure that students graduate prepared to succeed in college, work and life. Our first challenge is to reduce the number of dropouts. The United States has one of the lowest high school graduation rates in the industrialized world. Nearly one million students drop out of school every year in this country, and almost half of all African Americans, Hispanics and Native Americans fail to graduate. In Delaware, 1,995 students dropped out of high school during the 2005-2006 school year. Those who leave school before earning a degree face dismal prospects for the future. Research shows that dropouts are more likely to be unemployed, in poor health, living in poverty, in prison, on public assistance, and have children who also drop out of high school. Why would someone choose this path? A recent survey by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation found that a strong majority of dropouts say they did not feel motivated or inspired to work hard in high school. Most were confident that they would have been able to graduate if they had put in the necessary effort, and would have worked harder if more had been demanded of them. Many who do graduate are not prepared for college or the workplace either, both of which now require the same level of skills and knowledge. More than half of college professors (54%), and threefifths of employers (58%) state that high school graduates do not posses the skills necessary for college or work. We know that Delaware high school students are willing to work harder, because they have told us so! In fall 2006 and early 2007, the Department of Education hosted a series of youth forums. We invited high school students from all three counties to share their thoughts on their middle school and high school experiences. Every public high school in Delaware was represented. We asked them to tell us the good, the bad, and the ugly. What worked and what didn’t? What would they change? And, as you would expect, they were brutally honest. Yet they were

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Seven-Day forecast for Western Sussex County Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Tides Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

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Wednesday

Clouds and sun; breezy, humid

Partly sunny and warm

Plenty of sunshine

Partly sunny, warm and humid

Mostly cloudy and humid

Partly sunny, warm and humid

86/68

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Sharptown, MD Shown is Thursday’s weather. High Low High Low Temperatures are Thursday’s highs Day and Thursday night’s lows. Thurs. 9:16 a 3:11 a 9:52 p 3:44 p Fri. 10:04 a 4:07 a 10:45 p 4:32 p Sat. 10:56 a 5:08 a 11:41 p 5:23 p Sun. 11:53 a 6:13 a —- 6:18 p Mon. 12:42 a 7:20 a 12:57 p 7:16 p Tues. 1:45 a 8:27 a 2:06 p 8:17 p Wed. 2:49 a 9:31 a 3:15 p 9:18 p

Statistics through Tuesday July 3 at Georgetown, Delaware

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Precipitation

High for the week . . . . . . . . . . . Low for the week . . . . . . . . . . . Normal high . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Normal low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Average temperature . . . . . . . .

. 95° . 55° . 85° . 63° 74.8°

Smyrna 85/67

Total for the week . . . . . . . . . . 0.58” Total for the month . . . . . . . . . . 0.00” Normal for the month . . . . . . . . 0.20” Total for the year . . . . . . . . . . 17.43”

Dover 82/68

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The moon, and its relative distance to the Earth, affects tides on a monthly basis. When the moon is farthest from the Earth (apogee), tides of decreased range or currents of decreased speed occur. When the moon is closest to the Earth (perigee), the occurrence of increased range or currents of speed is more prevalent.

Date July 9 July 22 August 3 August 18

Perigee Apogee Perigee Apogee

Time 5:39 p.m. 4:44 a.m. 7:53 p.m. 11:29 p.m.

Perigee Apogee Perigee Apogee

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Rise .5:43 a.m. .5:44 a.m. .5:45 a.m. .5:45 a.m. .5:46 a.m. .5:46 a.m. .5:47 a.m.

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Milford 85/68 Greenwood 85/68

Lewes 83/69

Bridgeville 86/68

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Set .8:30 p.m. .8:30 p.m. .8:30 p.m. .8:30 p.m. .8:29 p.m. .8:29 p.m. .8:29 p.m.

New July 14

Moon Rise Thursday . . .11:46 p.m. Friday . . . . . . . . . .none Saturday . . . .12:11 a.m. Sunday . . . . .12:38 a.m. Monday . . . . .1:07 a.m. Tuesday . . . . .1:43 a.m. Wednesday . . .2:27 a.m.

Set .11:01 a.m. .12:11 p.m. . .1:21 p.m. . .2:34 p.m. . .3:49 p.m. . .5:04 p.m. . .6:17 p.m.

Day High Thurs. 8:38 a Fri. 9:26 a Sat. 10:18 a Sun. 11:15 a Mon. 12:04 a Tues. 1:07 a Wed. 2:11 a

Harrington 85/68

Time 8:14 p.m. 5:07 p.m. 9:54 p.m. 5:54 a.m.

Sun and Moon Sun Thursday . Friday . . . . Saturday . . Sunday . . . Monday . . Tuesday . . Wednesday

Day High Low High Low Thurs. 5:57 a 12:18 a 6:33 p 12:51 p Fri. 6:45 a 1:14 a 7:26 p 1:39 p Sat. 7:37 a 2:15 a 8:22 p 2:30 p Sun. 8:34 a 3:20 a 9:23 p 3:25 p Mon. 9:38 a 4:27 a 10:26 p 4:23 p Tues. 10:47 a 5:34 a 11:30 p 5:24 p Wed. 11:56 a 6:38 a —- 6:25 p

SEAFORD 86/68 Blades 86/68

Rehoboth Beach

Rehoboth Beach 81/68 Georgetown 85/68 Concord 86/68 Laurel 87/67 Delmar 87/66

Millsboro 85/68

Bethany Beach 80/69 Fenwick Island 82/69

Full July 29

First July 22

Low High Low 2:33 a 9:14 p 3:06 p 3:29 a 10:07 p 3:54 p 4:30 a 11:03 p 4:45 p 5:35 a —- 5:40 p 6:42 a 12:19 p 6:38 p 7:49 a 1:28 p 7:39 p 8:53 a 2:37 p 8:40 p

Day High Low High Low Thurs. 11:07 a 5:00 a 11:27 p 5:11 p Fri. 12:01 p 5:47 a —- 6:11 p Sat. 12:18 a 6:36 a 12:58 p 7:14 p Sun. 1:14 a 7:28 a 1:59 p 8:19 p Mon. 2:16 a 8:22 a 3:02 p 9:26 p Tues. 3:19 a 9:19 a 4:03 p 10:32 p Wed. 4:20 a 10:18 a 5:02 p 11:34 p

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