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VOL. 11 NO. 31 NEWS HEADLINES STRING OF FIRES - Fire marshal’s office says four house fires were intentionally set. Page 2 CELEBRATING THE IRISH WAY - St. Patrick’s Day festival will benefit the American Cancer Society. Page 3 OFFICER PROMOTED - Laurel policeman earns his sergeant’s stripes. Page 5 SCHOOL PLAY Tickets for this weekend’s ‘Grease’ are still available. See page 16 for pictures, details about tickets. STREET CLOSING Town council looks at request to close part of Oak Street. Page 16. STORYTELLER COMING - Library to host famed local writer and collector of stories. Page 16 CAREER FAIR - Students get a glimpse of life after school. Page 17 ALL-CONFERENCE - Local all-conference photos start on page 41. SPRING SPORTS - The high school spring sports season kicks off with the first practices last week. Spring schedules begin on page 41. STARS OF THE SEASON - A Delmar boys’ basketball player, a Sussex Tech boys’ basketball player, a Delmar wrestler and a Laurel girls’ basketball player are the winter sports Stars of the Season. Page 43

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Fire chief wants Laurel to be first town to require sprinklers By Tony E. Windsor Members of the Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office and the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department are hoping that Laurel will be the first municipality in Sussex County to require residential water sprinklers in new housing. Laurel Fire Department Chief Mark Sheridan addressed the Laurel Town Council during its Monday, March 5, meeting. Joining Sheridan were colleagues from the Laurel Fire Department and members of the Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office. In his presentation, Sheridan requested that the Laurel Council consider an ordinance that would require water sprinkler systems to be installed in all new residential construction. “A residential fire occurs every 80 seconds in this country,” Sheridan said. “In Delaware alone we have handed out 50,000 smoke detectors to people, yet we continue to see fire deaths and residences with no smoke detectors.” He went on to say that there is a movement in parts of the United States to make sprinkler systems mandatory in new construction and he said it is proving to save lives. Sheridan said that in Scottsdale, Ariz., a residential sprinkler ordinance was implemented in 1987. Currently, more than 41,000 homes there are protected by fire sprinklers. A 15-year study by the

Delaware State Fire Marshal Willard Preston III (left) shows Laurel Fire Chief Mark Sheridan the flush-mount type of water sprinkler head that is used in household construction. Photo by Tony Windsor

Scottsdale Rural Metro Fire Department found that out of 598 residential fires, only 49 involved homes with sprinkler systems. There were no deaths in fires that occurred in sprinkled homes, yet 13 people died in homes without sprinkler systems.

Sheridan said in Prince Georges County, Md., where there is also a residential sprinkler ordinance, there have been no fire deaths in 10 years. “There is evidence that shows that residential sprinkler systems save Continued on page 4

State representative wants to know what constituents think Biff Lee sending out surveys to every home with registered voter State Rep. Biff Lee (R-Laurel) is sending out surveys to every home containing a registered voter in his southwest Sussex County district. The red, white and black publications should hit mailboxes in mid to late March. "Because we get our mailing information from the Department of Elections, our database only contains registered voters," Lee said. "Any citi-

zen who wants a survey, but lives in a home where no one is registered to vote, can get it by calling my home or office. "This is a chance for folks to let me know what they think about a whole host of topics," he added. "I tried to select issues on which there is a considerable difference of opinion, especially topics I think could very well come before the General Assembly this

year." The poll covers a dozen topics, ranging from legalized gambling and Sunday hunting to income tax. "It's a wide and diverse survey," Lee said. "I've included space for two people to respond on each form." While Lee concedes that the poll is informal, he says the results will help guide him as he makes decisions in Continued on page 4


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The remains of an old farmhouse, the victim of one of three suspected arsons, sits at the corner of Fire Tower Road and Taylor Mill Road. The fires are still under investigation by the state fire marshal’s office. According to chief deputy fire marshal Randy Lee, the owners of the properties have been eliminated as suspects in the arsons. Photo by Pat Murphy

Fire marshal looking for person responsible for fires By Lynn R. Parks The state fire marshal's office is still working to determine who is responsible for setting four fires in three days in the Laurel area. Chief deputy fire marshal Randy Lee said Tuesday morning that all four fires were intentionally set. His office is trying to determine whether the fourth fire, which was Feb. 24, is related to the other three, which occurred over a period of three hours the night of Feb. 21 and the early morning of Feb. 22. Lee said that damages in the first three fires, all in old farmhouses, were estimated at $1 each. The buildings were all abandoned, he added. The owners of two of the buildings had scheduled their demolition; no one had lived in the third home for 20 years. The fourth fire occurred in a house on Taylor Mill Road that had recently been vacated. Damages to that property are esti-

mated at $25,000. Owners of all the buildings have been eliminated as suspects in the arson investigation, Lee said. Lee said that the fires were started with an open flame that was applied to combustible material in the houses. He said that damages were so severe that his office is unable to determine if any accelerates were used. "If there were any, they were consumed in the fire," he said. Lee said that after fires like this, his office is always worried about a continued string of arsons. "Whether this continues depends on who set it," he said. "If they set it and got a kick out of watching it, they could go on to something bigger and better. But if it was a one-night thing, maybe that will be the end of it." Anyone with information about the fires can call the state fire marshal's office at 856-5600.

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Wearin’ o’ the green will help cancer society By Lynn R. Parks On St. Patrick’s Day, everyone looks for a little luck o’ the Irish. Students and staff members from Seaford High School who are sponsoring a St. Patrick’s Day festival are hoping that some of that luck comes their way, to help with their effort to raise money for the Western Sussex Relay for Life. “Our goal is to raise $20,000,” said Harry Brake, an English teacher at the school and sponsor of a St. Patrick’s Day benefit event. The event, which will take place in the Seaford Industrial Park and at Seaford High School, will feature a 5K run and walk and a basketball tournament. “My whole goal is to get students who normally wouldn’t be involved in something like this involved,” said Brake. “The kids are always telling me there’s nothing to do around here. This will give them something to do and will benefit charity at the same time.” The festival will start at 9 a.m. with the run/walk. The course will start at the Ross Mansion and will end up at Craig Technologies in the industrial park. Cost to participate in the run is $25. Following the run will be a 1/2-mile youth run, for children 10 and under. Cost to participate in that race is $5. The basketball tournament will get under way in the high school gym at 9:30 a.m. and will go until 5 p.m. The tournament will feature between eight and 12 five-person teams. Cost to participate is $5 per person. All players 18 and younger are welcome to compete. The tournament will also feature several side competitions, including a foul shot contest and a three-point shot contest. Cost to participate in them is $3 per person per event. But the benefit festival is not all about sports. Several events will be held in the industrial park, including a hot rod show and a Harley-Davidson motorcycle show. There will be children’s games, face painting, craft vendors and information booths. There will also be food: Students from the high school will barbecue two pigs and Pizza King will set up a mini restaurant in one of the several tents. Entertainment will feature three bands that performed in the high school’s recent battle of the bands. Apathy, Annabell Lee and Forged will take the stage throughout the afternoon. Also performing will be several bluegrass groups and a barbershop quartet. All registration forms are on the Web site, www.seaford.k12.de.us/es/hbrake. For more information, or to register to participate or be a vendor, visit the Web site or call Brake, 629-4587 ext. 405. The Western Sussex Relay for Life will be May 18 and 19 at the Nanticoke Health Services’ Mears Campus, Bridgeville Highway, Seaford. Proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. Organizers hope to raise $163,000. Last year’s event raised about 160,000. The theme of this year’s relay is “There’s No Place Like Hope.” To volunteer to help with the Relay for Life, or to participate, call chairwoman Mary Catherine Hopkins, 875-7308. She is also available by e-mail, maryh663@aol.com. For information about the Relay, visit the Web site www.acsevents.org/seaford.


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Laurel could be start of state-wide push to mandate sprinklers Continued from page 1

lives,” Sheridan said. “Let’s make Laurel the first community in Sussex County to adopt a residential sprinkler ordinance and take a proactive approach to providing our citizens with the safest community to live in.” The state fire marshal, Willard Preston III, appeared before the Laurel Council in support of Sheridan’s request for a residential sprinkler ordinance. “As you are aware, residential sprinkler systems save lives and property,” he said. “According to the National Fire Protection Association, homeowners increase their chances of surviving a fire by 97 percent by using a residential sprinkler system and smoke alarms. As a matter of fact, a sprinkler can contain and even extinguish a fire in less time then it takes the fire department to arrive on the scene.” Preston shared information to help clear up some misconceptions people have about home sprinkler systems: • Contrary to what some people may think, in about 90 percent of fires only one room sprinkler will activate to douse the

flames. Sprinklers throughout the home will not activate. • The amount of water used in the activation of a water sprinkler is far less than the amount used by the fire department, which helps to minimize water damage in the event of a house fire. • There is a 1 in 16 million chance that a water sprinkler will accidentally discharge, or leak. • The water sprinkler fixtures for homes are not like those traditionally used in commercial buildings. The home sprinkler attachments are flush with walls and ceilings. Preston showed a short video which presented results of a study made by a fire prevention agency in California. In the study, the fire professionals set identical fires in two homes that were constructed in the same manner and had the exact same furnishings and household items. One home was equipped with a sprinkler system and the other was not. In both cases there was a household smoke alarm. In the home without a sprinkler, within 2 minutes of the fire breaking out the room was engulfed in flames and the tem-

Results of Lee’s survey will be shared with papers Continued from page 1

Dover. "I'm not interested in running a scientific survey,” he said. “I'm just trying to find out what the people in the 40th District care about. Since completing and returning the surveys will require people to make an effort and invest a few minutes of their time, it'll tell me a lot about the level of motivation the respondents have toward the issues featured in the poll." Lee added that no state money is being

used to print or mail the survey, the results of which will be compiled and issued to newspapers for publication. The 40th Representative District is defined by the Maryland state line in the west and south. It runs east to beyond Trap Pond State Park and includes the municipalities of Laurel, Bethel and Delmar. Lee's office phone number in Dover is 302-744-4034 and his home number is 875-5119.

perature had reached over 300 degrees in point,” he said. “Our office has the job of the lowest part of the room, hot enough to going to situations and seeing the tragedy sear a person’s lungs. It was 20 minutes of fires. It is avoidable; we have the techbefore fire fighters were able to arrive and nology to save lives.” bring the fire under control. The loss to the Mayor John Shwed said he was home was devastating and the room where impressed with the video. He asked if the the fire originated was destroyed. state was working on legislation to require In the other fire, sprinkler installathe sprinkler activattions in new homes. ed within 75 secPreston said there ‘Having a residential water onds. The fire was was no legislation sprinkler system is like having a contained and extinbeing introduced in full-time firefighter on duty at guished before the the General your home.’ fire department Assembly. He added Willard Preston III arrived. The only that he did not feel State fire marshal damage was some there would be scorching along one enough support in of the walls. The rest the legislature for of the house was protected from damage. this type of ordinance. Preston said that many developers don’t Sheridan said the sprinkler ordinance is like the idea of mandatory sprinkler syscontroversial politically and he cannot tems because of the cost. In actuality, he understand why. “Sprinklers save lives and said, the cost to install residential sprinincrease the chances of survival by 97 perklers is only about 1 to 1.5 percent of the cent; I can’t figure this out,” he said. overall cost of building the new home. Preston said he knows that the fire “I believe anyone who sees this video agencies are “plowing new ground” with will have their minds changed,” he said. the concept of residential sprinkler ordi“Having a residential water sprinkler nances. “We are so convinced of the lifesystem is like having a full-time firefighter saving benefits of residential sprinkler syson duty at your home,” he added. tems and we just need to show that it will “Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a work,” he said. “If we can show successes week this firefighter is ready to attack a in communities like Laurel and get our fire immediately.” foot in the door, we hope to see this Preston applauded the efforts of the become a statewide initiative.” Laurel Volunteer Fire Department in seekShwed said he would see that the resiing a residential sprinkler ordinance in its dential sprinkler system ordinance comes community. up for more discussion in future council “We have to stop the madness at some meetings.

Prom will be held May 5 The date, time and location for the Laurel Senior High School prom have been changed. The prom will be held Saturday, May 5, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Western Boys and Girls Club in Seaford. The grand march will be held at the Laurel Senior High School gymnasium from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tickets for bleach-

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Police officer promoted to detective sergeant By Tony E. Windsor The most recent meeting of the Laurel Town Council was held at a very unusual time of the evening. Due to the President’s Day holiday on Monday, Feb. 19, Laurel Town Hall was closed and the regular council meeting postponed until Tuesday. But Tuesday was also the night for the annual Police Officer of the Year banquet. In order to allow council members to attend the banquet, the council meeting started at 8:30 p.m., immediately following the banquet. Fittingly, one of the first orders of council business involved a ceremony to honor the promotion of a Laurel police officer. Police Chief Jamie Wilson announced the promotion of Derrick S. Calloway to detective sergeant. Calloway will now head up the Laurel Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Unit. Calling Calloway, “well-deserving and extremely hard working,” Wilson said the new detective has consistently been one of the top producers in both criminal and traffic arrests. “I was fortunate to have been assigned as Officer Calloway’s field training officer,when he first came to the department,” Wilson said. “It did not take me very long to realize what a top-notch officer he is. I found myself learning just as much from him as he was from me.” Calloway was named Laurel Exchange Club Police Officer of the Year in 2002, his first year on the force. Calloway was born and raised in Laurel and grew up on King Street, where his

mother and father, Mike and Cathy Calloway, still reside. Calloway lives in Laurel with his wife, Erin, and son, Coby. “Officer Calloway has taken over the role as a leader and mentor to his subordinates on the force,” Wilson said. “He was instrumental in the organization of the recent Laurel Initiative, which resulted in 88 criminal arrests in just two days. He is very active in the department’s Community Policing Imitative, bringing our citizens into the policing process. I feel that as our agency grows, it is imperative that I have key personnel in key positions. Officer Derrick S. Calloway is certainly one of those key persons.” Calloway graduated from Laurel High School in 1994 and started his law enforcement career as a park ranger at Trap Pond State Park in April 1998. In November 1998 he was hired by the Fruitland (Md.) Police Department. He graduated from the Eastern Shore Criminal Justice Academy in Salisbury, Md., in June 1999 and worked in Fruitland as a patrol officer until February 2002.

Annexations in the works Also in council business, a public hearing was held on five annexations proposed along US 13. Following the public hearing, which drew no comments from either the general public or members of the council, the five first-readings were passed. Up for annexation are the Tastee Freez restaurant, the Royal Farms convenience store, Bargain Bill’s, the site of a proposed

office building near the Tastee Freeze and a property belonging to Doug Whaley on the northbound side of US 13. A second and final reading of the annexation requests will be scheduled for a future meeting of the council, at which time a council vote on the annexations will be held.

Mayor: Festival needs help Mayor John Shwed made comments about the Laurel July 4th Celebration, which could be moved from downtown to the grounds of the Laurel High School. “From my marketing standpoint, I think when it comes to the annual 4th of July celebration in Laurel, bigger is better,” he said. “I think we all need to take a more positive approach and consider volunteering to help.” Shwed said the event, which is sponsored by the Laurel Chamber of Commerce, is a significant marketing tool for the town and people should get behind it and help to continue its success. “The chamber needs help,” he said. “I read in the article that there is a problem with getting a sound system for the event’s entertainment. I am sure there is a good-hearted person with a sound system who would be willing to volunteer and help provide sound for the celebration.” Shwed also expressed concern that the Mayor’s Watermelon Seed-Spitting Contest, long a part of the festival, may not be held this year. Mayors from surrounding towns compete for top honors in the contest.

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“I believe we can do something, not necessarily elaborate, but something,” he said. “In Bridgeville they have an annual Scrapple throwing contest among the area mayors. That is held on nothing more than a section of sidewalk and it is well received. I just believe when it comes to the annual 4th of July celebration, our community should really get behind this thing.”


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BUSINESS Tingle to host show on avoiding scams Edward Jones financial advisor Melinda Tingle of Laurel will host a free satellite broadcast titled, “How to Protect Yourself from Scam Artists,” at 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. March 13, at her office. Author and investigative reporter Chuck Whitlock will provide practical tips on how to avoid becoming a victim of identity theft and financial scams. This interactive event is presented at select Edward Jones branch offices nationwide via the firm’s private video network.

To reserve a seat or for more information about the program, call Tingle at 302-8750355. For those unable to attend, additional viewing opportunities are available. Edward Jones provides financial services for individual investors in the United Sates and, through its affiliates, in Canada and the United Kingdom. The company is headquartered in St. Louis. The Edward Jones interactive Web site is www.edwardjones.com, and its recruiting Web site is www.edwrdjonesopportunity.com.

Co-op recognizes long-time employees The Delaware Electric Co-op board of directors recently recognized employees for their years of service. Fay Shockley, Milford, was recognized for being with the Greenwood electricity provider for 50 years. Julian Woodall, Harrington, has 40 years. Barbara Pettyjohn, Georgetown, and Gary Pusey, Bridgeville, have 35 years.

Harry Hastings, Georgetown, has 30 years. Todd Adams, Seaford, has 20 years. With 10 years of service is J.R. Perdue, Greenwood. Employees with five years of service are Rob Book, Milford, Scott Breasure, Selbyville, May Gonzalez, Milton, Josh Wharton, Seaford, and Heather Wilkerson, Millsboro.

Restaurant to host Epworth benefit On Thursday, March 15, from 5 to 9 p.m., Stoney Lonen, located at 208 Second St. in downtown Rehoboth, will kick off its seventh annual St. Patty’s Day celebration with a benefit for Epworth Preschool. Stoney Lonen will feature a $14.95 lobster feast along with its regular spring menu. In honor of St. Patrick, Stoney Lonen will donate 10 percent of all proceeds earned that evening to Epworth

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Education Woodbridge kindergarten registration set for April 3, 4

Teacher Connie Ayers assists kindergarten student Ryan Passwaters with a calendar lesson using technology.

Teacher recognized for use of technology in classroom On Feb. 20, Connie Ayers was recognized at a state-wide event for her use of technology in her kindergarten classroom. Ayers, a teacher at Frederick Douglass Elementary School, Seaford, has been selected as Seaford School District’s 2007 Technology Showcase Teacher. Each district was asked to select one teacher who deserves recognition for excellence in the use of instructional technology. Over the next several months, Ayers will share her expertise with educational leaders, other teachers and legislators at the statewide Delaware Instructional Technology Conference. Ayers and other teachers at Frederick Douglass integrate technology into daily instruction in order to engage and enrich

their students’ experiences. She actively uses laptop and handheld computers, an Interwrite panel, software, Web-based resources, a document camera (Elmo), and United Streaming videos to complement her lessons. Ayers will attend the Excellence in Instructional Technology Showcase on Wednesday, April 18, where she will present information about how she uses instructional technology in her classroom. She is also invited to attend a session at Legislative Hall in Dover on Wednesday, May 2, in order to promote technological innovations in education.

News items may be mailed to the Seaford and Laurel Star, 628 W. Stein Hwy., Seaford, DE 19973. Or they may be faxed to 629-9243.

The Woodbridge School District will conduct kindergarten registration for the 2007-2008 school year on Tuesday and Wednesday, April 3 and 4. Registration is from 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Woodbridge Elementary School in Greenwood. A child is eligible for kindergarten if he or she is 5 years of age or older on or before Aug. 31, 2007. Registrants must have all the following documents in order to enroll: • The child’s birth certificate • The child’s social security number • A copy of the child’s most current physical exam, which includes lead testing date and PPD date and results • The child’s immunization record (including Hepatitis B vaccine & varicella) • Proof of residency in the Woodbridge School District (lease agreement, mort-

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

BLACK HISTORY MONTH - Central Elementary School, Seaford, held a dance-a-thon on Feb. 26 in honor of Black History Month. Money from the dance will go for a scholarship that will go to an African-American Central Elementary alumnus who will graduate this spring from Seaford High School. Close to $500 has been raised. Also during the month, students learned about notable African-Americans during daily announcements, from visitors in the community, and through contests matching famous names and faces, drawing pictures and writing essays. Contest winners will be announced at a school-wide assembly honoring the conclusion of Black History Month on March 9.

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A check for more than $700,000 is presented to representatives of Delaware Technical and Community College, Georgetown, to start an endowment fund.

Sale of coins benefits Del Tech endowment fund ENGINEERING PRIZE - The Delaware Engineering Society held its annual banquet on Thursday, Feb. 22, at the DuPont Country Club in Wilmington. This banquet, held during National Engineering Week, included awarding scholarships to high school seniors who will pursue engineering when they enter college in the fall and current undergraduate University of Delaware engineering students. Above, Sen. Tom Carper extends congratulations to Kate Smagala from Brandywine High School (left) and Bethany Lee Kleiser from Delmar Senior High School.

The Melvin Joseph-Frank Perdue Memorial has been established at Delaware Technical and Community College, Georgetown. A check in the amount of $708,225 was unveiled by Ruthi Joseph (Joseph’s widow), Mitzi Perdue (Perdue’s widow), Joe Ann Adams (Joseph’s daughter), college president Dr. Orlando George Jr., vice president and campus director Dr. Ileana M. Smith and Dr. Louis Owens, college trustee and chairman of the Owens Campus Development Council. This endowment was established through the sale of silver and gold coins salvaged from the sunken Spanish galleon Nuestra Senora de Atocha. The coins, originally from the private collections of

the Joseph and Perdue families, were donated almost 20 years ago to the Del Tech College Educational Foundation, a private entity under Delaware law. It was the intention of the donors that the endowment be used to support the needs of the college and its students. The auctioned coins were kept in a bank vault from the day they were donated. Both Joseph, Georgetown, and Perdue, Salisbury, Md., were investors in the salvage expedition for the Atocha, which was lost in 1622 off the coast of Florida. Approximately 2,700 coins were sold at public auction by Heritage Auction Galleries in New York City on Jan. 7 and 8. The auction generated international interest and all coins were sold on the first day.

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Delaware Technical & Community College’ s Entrepreneurship Day participants pose for a picture with instructor Beth Rodier, center, during festivities last week in Georgetown.

Hopeful business owners unveil products during Entrepreneurship Day Event designed to let students show off items to other students Delaware Technical & Community College in Georgetown recently held its first Entrepreneurship Day, where several small business owners, who also happen to be students, displayed their products for other students and staff. “The goal for this event was to feature our students who own their own businesses,” said Beth Rodier, entrepreneurship instructor at the college. “As part of the entrepreneurship program, we want to promote business ownership. We wanted a day like this to give them a chance to exhibit their businesses and let our Delaware Tech community see what they’re doing. I think it’s been a huge success.” Designed to offer “real-world” experiences and mentoring opportunities, the entrepreneurship program at Delaware Tech teaches students how to transform business ideas into commercial products and services. Products on display during the event included caramel apples, jewelry and specialty foods. Services included photography and bookkeeping. While each student had a chance to exhibit individual products or services, 97 caramel apples were produced as a class project. More than two-thirds of them were sold during the event, at prices ranging from $2.50 to $3.50. The money raised from the sale of the apples will be used to partially refund a $250 faculty grant the program was awarded in the fall. “That grant money was used so our students could have the experience of a start-up business,” Rodier said. “They used

that $250 as seed money with a goal of experiencing the creation of something. They were to come up with a viable business concept and to pursue that concept all the way to market.” All but two of the manned stations during the event featured students in the Owens Campus’ entrepreneurship program. The two that did not were comprised of Delaware Tech students who also own their own businesses. The general feeling among participants was that the event was a success. “It’s great any time you can get the word out about your business,” said Dona Troyer, who owns and operates Pri Madona Jewelry in Lincoln and is an entrepreneurship student at Delaware Tech. “I think this is definitely a worthwhile class. The information I’ve learned here has been invaluable.” The entrepreneurship program provides opportunities for students to be successful by learning what entrepreneurs know, think and do. Students who wish to enroll in the program have several options: earn an associate degree in entrepreneurship; take courses in the program while majoring in another career area for a dual associate degree; complete entrepreneurship courses for a credit certificate; or complete entrepreneurship courses in a non-credit format to earn continuing education credits. For more information on the program, contact Rodier by phone at 302-854-5400, ext. 9475, or by e-mail at brodier@dtcc.edu.

LEARNING ABOUT THE WEATHER - First graders at Woodbridge Elementary have spent the last several weeks learning about weather, temperature and meteorology through their classroom science kits. Above, Daniel Smith, a student in Donna Coverdale’s class, observes and records the differences in temperature with cold and hot water samples. Right, Rayne Lawrence, also in Coverdale’s class, checks the temperature outside.

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Delmarva Christian students continue to help hurricane victims For some, the memory of Hurricane Katrina has receded into the past. Not for the residents of Gulfport, Mississippi, many of whom are still without homes. One part of the community that has taken on the responsibility for improving the conditions of this waterfront city is the congregation of the 1st Presbyterian Church of Gulfport. They coordinated the response efforts of individuals from around North America to support the reconstruction of hundreds of homes. Delmarva Christian High School has partnered with the 1st Presbyterian Church of Gulport over the past year, sending groups of students, parents, and friends totaling over 120 people, on three separate occasions. At the conclusion of the last trip in January, the Delmarva Christian team was pleased to be able to leave a check for $10,000 with the pastor, Guy Richards. Upon accepting the gift, Pastor Richards said, "Thank You! I can't say often enough or loudly enough...you have been a tremendous blessing to us and the community as a whole. May God bless Delmarva and the students with the love of Christ that continues to manifest itself like this." The money will be used to buy construction material and help run Camp Hope, the camp ground that feeds and houses hundreds of volunteers. Delmarva Christian student Kolby Dukes said of the ten days in Gulfport,

"The trip was yet another awesome experience! What I found most awesome was Karim and Eva, who we (had) helped last year. All we did was just put up some drywall, paint and do some cleanup, but the impact we made on them was everlasting. It amazes me... how if we just take some time out of our schedule to allow God to work through us...what He can do."

A caravan of work trucks, twelve-passenger vans, and the DCHS motor coach bus took the 26 hour trip to Gulfport, Mississippi. Once there, DCHS students and chaperones cleared brush and debris, hung drywall, painted, and laid brick to help those who are still cleaning up after Hurricane Katrina.

DCHS junior Charity Collins comforts a young boy that she befriended on the missions trip to Gulfport, Mississippi.

Kolby was also in charge of the trip website which documented the team's activities. It can be viewed on www.reachouttotheworld.com.

For more information on how to help those still in need in Gulfport, Mississippi, contact Delmarva Christian High School Principal Scott Kemerling at 856-4040. 210 W. Market St., P.O. Box 750 Georgetown, DE 19947

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PERSONALITY PROFILE

Professor's diverse experience enriches community By Donna Dukes-Huston Dr. Prince Attoh of Seaford, known by everyone as simply "Prince," has truly made his mark in America. Prince is originally from Liberia, West Africa, but has always felt a strong connection to Ghana, his parents' native country. "I have been a foreigner all my life," he said. "Even in Liberia, I was a foreigner." Prince got his first taste of America at the age of 14 when he traveled as a foreign exchange student to Columbus, Ohio. He returned to Liberia to finish boarding school but decided to pursue his studies at Carson-Newman College in Jefferson City, Tenn., where he also played soccer. As a teen in Liberia, Prince played on adult soccer teams and truly honed his skills there, although he never anticipated soccer becoming more than just recreation. Yet the sport eventually yielded great opportunities for Prince in the United States. After two years at Carson-Newman, Prince was lured to Old Dominion University with a full scholarship to play soccer. Prince's celebrity status as a soccer player began here. "Attendance increased from a handful of spectators to more than 5,000 fans at a single game during Prince Attoh's lone year of competition at Old Dominion Uni-

versity," according to ODUSports.com. Prince was later named Virginia State Player of the Year. After receiving a degree in sociology and psychology, Prince was drafted by the North American Soccer League and began playing for the Portland Timbers. Soccer was then just beginning to gain small popularity in the United States. Prince spent the next 10 years traveling around the country with various teams in the League. "Playing soccer gave me the opportunity to assimilate into American culture without the protection of college," Prince said. After finishing his soccer career with the Baltimore Blast, Prince traveled more as a result of his involvement with the National Football League Players Association, where he was hired by his future wife, Paula. He then settled in Washington, D.C. long enough to obtain his master's degree in human growth and development at George Washington University. Shortly after, in the late 1980s, Prince headed to New York City to become director of counseling for a job placement agency for people with disabilities. "At the time schools had begun to accommodate students with disabilities, but the work force was not ready for them," Prince said.

Seaford Lions Club getting ready for 2007 Variety Show By Jeff Allen Seaford Lions Club is busy preparing for its Annual Variety Show. This year's theme will be "Remote Control" and marks the 68th year for the event. The show will be held at Seaford High School on March 15, 16 and 17. "I have been a member of the Seaford Lions for many years now. I have always been involved in the show but this year as director has been an eye opener," according to Show director Don Moore. "The hours of preparation and planning are endless. The work of the show takes the efforts of many. It amazes me how all the Lions members and the community work together to make the show successful. Maybe, I am more aware of show protocol this year but I really think the Lion members are revved up for the show and it success. Charles Michel, president of the Lions added, "The show is one

of our biggest fun raisers. It feels great to be part of the show. Not only is it fun preparing for the show but the funds raised allows the Lions to assist with many community projects. The reward is much greater than the work involved." "The chorus has been practicing since the first of January," according to Rob Harman, Chorus director. "It always amazes me the amount of musical talent we have within the club. I am really proud to lead this group as they inspire to make each year better." "I am excited about this years show, as the Lions Club has had several brain storming sessions to see what we could do to make this show more intriguing. It is unbelievable what the Lions members have come up with for ideas. With the new talent, new acts, I really feel this show will be one you will not want to miss," according to Don Moore. Make sure to mark your calendars now to attend this years show. For tickets contact any Seaford Lions Member.

Prince's team at the agency was actually instrumental in writing the employment section of the new Americans with Disabilities Act. He then shifted from helping employees to teaching employers how to formulate company policies that would both "meet the requirements of the law and give disabled people what they needed in the work force." Prince also worked with engineers during the dawn of ergonomics to design environments conducive to all workers. It was at this time that Prince began visiting the Eastern Shore on a regular basis as his relationship with long-time friend, Paula, began to grow. The two married in 1994 and Prince left life in the big city to live with Paula in Lewes. Not only did his lifestyle change, but his paycheck did as well. Yet this has never mattered to Prince. "I have never been too proud to take a pay cut," Prince said. "It's important to stay grounded." A counseling position at People's Place was Prince's first full-time opportunity to work with kids. His next major project was developing the Access to Community (ACT) treatment program. Prior to this program, the state of Delaware was spending millions of dollars placing children with behavioral issues in psychiatric hospitals.

Through this program Prince and other counselors treated not just the child but the whole family offering them viable alternatives to hospitalization. "I have always believed in a Chinese proverb that says "Wherever there is danger, there is opportunity," Prince said. He considers the ACT program to be his most rewarding professional experience because they were able to keep so many kids out of the hospital. Prince later became a guidance counselor in two Sussex County school districts before becoming Retention Director at Wor Wic Community College. He is currently a professor in the Social Sciences department at UMES and sometimes works as an adjunct professor and supervisor at Wilmington College. Although this is the first time in his career that he has been a full-time professor, Prince has always taught courses at various colleges and universities near where he lived. This highly diverse professional life has afforded Prince many valuable opportunities which he has never regretted. "As a foreign student I learned making a living was more important than finding the perfect fit," Prince said. "If it doesn't fit and feel good, you have to be confident to move forward."

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Police Journal Laurel man, 37, dies in accident near Roxana The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating a single-vehicle fatal crash that occurred sometime late Monday, March 5, or early Tuesday, March 6. The accident occurred on State Route 20 (Zion Church Road) in the area of Sussex County Road 384 (Bayard Road) near Roxana. A 1994 Chevy Camaro operated by David R. Littleton, 37, of Laurel, was traveling west on SR 20 at an apparent high rate of speed. As the Camaro was rounding a curve, Littleton lost control of it. The Camaro traveled off the north edge of the roadway causing Littleton to steer to the left. Littleton overcorrected and the Camaro came back onto the roadway, crossed over both lanes, and struck a guardrail. The Camaro then flipped over the guardrail and landed on its roof on a creek bank approximately 10 feet below the road surface. A passerby discovered the crash at ap-

proximately 8:35 a.m. this morning and called police. Investigators believe that the crash occurred approximately six to eight hours before it was discovered. Littleton, who was wearing a seatbelt, was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash remains under investigation.

Suspects held on drug charges On March 1, at approximately 1:30 a.m., a Seaford Officer stopped a vehicle for traffic violations in the vicinity of Herring Run Road that was being operated by Patricia D. Bolden, with Renwick L. Jenkins, as a passenger. Bolden was arrested for traffic violations and a search of the vehicle subsequent to arrest revealed 3 bags of crack cocaine totaling 2.1 grams located in the glove box of the vehicle. The defendants were processed and taken to Justice of the Peace Court 3 where both defendants were committed to the Department of Corrections in lieu of bond. Bolden's bond set at $12,600 cash, Jenkins' bond set at $10,000 cash. Both defendants pending a preliminary hearing at a later date. Defendant Patricia D. Bolden, 28 years of age, of Laurel, is charged with: Possession with Intent to Deliver Crack Cocaine;

Police cite 443 for aggressive driving Delaware law enforcement officers have issued 443 citations to drivers for aggressive driving behaviors, and another 216 to unlicensed, unbelted, and uninsured motorists for a total of 659 citations in the fourth week of a statewide enforcement and awareness initiative to "Stop Aggressive Driving." This brings the total of aggressive driving offenses since the Feb. 2 campaign kickoff to 1,532. The goal of the campaign, which is now in its third year, is to reduce the occurrence of aggressive driving crashes in an effort to prevent senseless loss of life and injury on our roadways. Acts of aggressive driving are currently listed as contributing factors in more than half of Delaware's fatal crashes this year. The following is a breakdown of the number of violations found during week 5 of aggressive driving enforcement: 13 Aggressive Driving, 273 speeding, 75 running stop signs and stop lights, 52 unsafe lane changes, 18 passing on the shoulder and 12 following too closely. Officers also issued 55 citations to unbelted motorists and

161 citations for additional traffic violations. Results of an independent poll issued today by Fairleigh Dickinson University's PublicMind showed that a majority of Delawareans support stricter enforcement of speed limits. Speed is the top contributing factor in the state's aggressive driving fatal crashes. A new element of this year's "Stop Aggressive Driving" campaign involves encouraging motorists to call 911 to report aggressive drivers. Twelve signs placed along roadways statewide serve as a reminder to do so. Anyone who sees an aggressive driver is encouraged to call 9-1-1 as soon as it's safe or have a passenger do it for you, and provide the following information to dispatchers: make, model and color of the vehicle, direction of travel, and license plate information if possible. For more information on aggressive driving, visit the Office of Highway Safety website at www.state.de.us/highway. In 2006, aggressive driving behaviors were responsible for 52 percent of all fatal crashes in Delaware.

Maintaining a Vehicle for Keeping Cocaine; Possession of Crack Cocaine; Conspiracy Second Degree; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia; 4 traffic charges; Capias, Court 35 for Failure to Pay. Defendant Renwick L. Jenkins, 25 years of age, of Federalsburg, Md., is charged with: Possession with Intent to Deliver Crack Cocaine; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia; Conspiracy Second Degree; Capias, Family Court Failure to Appear.

Teen in critical condition The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is investigating a crash that has left a 17-year-old female in critical condition. The crash occurred Wednesday, Feb. 28, at approximately 1:58 p.m., on State Route 10 (Willow Grove Road) just west of Iron Mine Road. A 1994 Saturn operated by Spencer M. Luckey, 17, of Dover, was traveling east on SR 10. A 2006 Peterbilt trash truck operated by William K. Rowe, 46, of Dover, was traveling west on SR 10. For an unknown reason the Saturn crossed over the centerline and struck the trash truck headon. After impact, the Saturn traveled off

the south edge of the roadway and came to rest in a ditch. The trash truck rolled over onto its right side, traveled off the north edge of the roadway, and also came to rest in a ditch. Ms. Luckey, who was wearing a seatbelt, was flown to Christiana Hospital where she was admitted in critical condition with multiple internal injuries. Mr. Rowe, who was also wearing a seatbelt, was admitted to Kent General Hospital for observations with multiple contusions. SR 10 was closed for over five hours after the crash. The crash remains under investigation.

Laurel Dwelling fire investigated The Delaware Sate Fire Marshal's Office investigated a dwelling fire that occurred on Monday, March 5, at 10:18 a.m., on the 32000 block of Bi-State Boulevard in Laurel. The Laurel Fire Department responded to the scene and was assisted by the Delmar and Sharptown fire departments. Upon arrival they encountered heavy smoke from the front of the home. The home, owned by George Wood, was occupied by Felicia Wood at the time of the fire. The victim was able to escape

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Home improvement fraud The Delaware State Police Financial Crimes Unit has obtained warrants against a Kent County business owner who is accused of stealing close to $100,000 from customers who entered into contracts with him. David D. Beachy, 42, owner of Atlantic Pole Buildings of Camden, is currently wanted by the state police on five counts of felony home improvement fraud and two counts of felony theft. Beachy is accused of entering into contracts with six victims to build pole buildings, garages, or additions on their property. Beachy received approximately $97,500 from these victims; however, he has failed to either start the work or complete the terms of any contract. These incidents occurred in the Dover, Camden, Magnolia, Frederica and Georgetown areas between August and November 2006. Beachy, formerly of the 5400 block of Halltown Rd., Hartly, has fled the country and is now apparently residing in Norway. State police detectives are currently working with the FBI in an attempt to locate Beachy and return him to Delaware. Those who have entered into contracts with Atlantic Pole Buildings and have not had their work started or completed are asked to call Detective J.S. Evans at (302) 856-5850, Ext. 316, for Sussex County cases.

LAUREL POLICE Business damaged The Laurel Police Department is looking for the suspect or suspects responsible for almost $8,000 in damage to a local business. On March 1 at 7 a.m., the Laurel Police responded to D&C Auto located on North Central Ave. in reference to damage to both the business itself and cars on the lot. Officers were able to determine that the damage was caused by a BB gun and probably occurred between 7 p.m. Feb. 28 and 7 a.m. March 1. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Laurel Police Department at 875-2244 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or cell phone callers can call *TIPS.

Marijuana arrest On Feb. 28 at 1:54 a.m, Laurel Police stopped a 1997 Dodge for a traffic violation on Discount Land Road just east of Rt.13. During the course of the stop, officers found that the driver had a suspended license. Further investigation revealed that the driver was also in possession of a small amount of marijuana. Kimberly Chalmers, 29, of Laurel, was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana drug paraphernalia. She was released on criminal summons.

Resisting arrest On Feb. 28 at 6:36 p.m., Laurel Police responded to the Pizza King on North Central Ave. after they received information that a wanted subject was there. Upon arrival, officers located the subject in the rear of the dining area. As officers approached the suspect, he fled out an emergency exit. After a short foot pursuit and struggle, the suspect was taken into custody. A short time later while at the Laurel Police Department, the suspect requested to use the restroom. As officers were escorting the suspect to the restroom, the suspect fled out the door. After a short foot pursuit and struggle, the suspect was once again taken into custody. During the struggle, the suspect was able to hit one of the officers in the mouth. The officer refused medical treatment, however the suspect was transported to Nanticoke Hospital where he was treated and released with minor injuries. Rodney Dale, 32, of Laurel was arrested and charged with resisting arrest with violence, offensive touching of a law enforcement officer, and attempted escape. He was committed to SCI.

Theft charge On March 3, the Laurel Police arrested Carolanne Santos-Dawley on an active warrant out of the Laurel Police Department. The warrant was issued on Feb. 23 after the suspect allegedly took checks belonging to the victim and cashed them. Carolanne Santos-Dawley, 46, of Laurel, was arrested and charged with five

DDA issues warning about uninspected meat, poultry The Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA) Food Products Inspection Section is reminding store owners that it is against Delaware law to sell uninspected meat and poultry. Consumers are also cautioned to be sure that they are purchasing only inspected products. Uninspected meats have the potential of carrying foodborne pathogens that could result in serious illness. By law, all meat and poultry products that are sold, or offered for sale, for human consumption must be inspected and bear the mark of inspection from the facility that processes the product. This inspection is necessary to assure that domestic meat and poultry products distributed to consumers are safe, wholesome, and unadulterated. In Delaware, the only two sources approved for inspecting meat for sale for public consumption are the U.S. Department of Agriculture or the DDA Food Products Inspection Section. Uninspected meat, which is only for the consumption of persons who form part of the animal owner's household, cannot be sold or given away to others. To report the possible sale of uninspected meat and poultry products, call 800-282-8685 in Delaware only or email dda.fpi@state.de.us.

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On March 3 at 11:54 p.m., Laurel Police responded to the 100 block of Brooklyn Ave. in reference to an attempted motor vehicle theft. Upon arrival, officers learned from the victim that he returned home and saw a white female and a white male subject that he knew parked on the street next to his house in a green mini van with a flat tire. The victim advised that he walked over to talk to the suspect, at which time the suspect says that he tried to steal his van to get home. The victim then checks his van and noticed that his steering column and ignition was broken. When the victim confronts the suspects again and tells them that he is calling the police, the suspects attempt to flee the area in the green mini van with a flat tire. Officers checked the area and located the suspects just a short distance from the scene. Bruce Bradshaw, 51, of Dagsboro and Heather Schearer, 31, of Ocean View, were arrested. Bradshaw was charged with driving while suspended, operating an unregistered motor vehicle, no proof of insurance, attempted motor vehicle theft, attempted theft, criminal mischief, and second degree conspiracy. Schearer was charged with attempted motor vehicle theft, attempted theft, criminal mischief, and second degree conspiracy. Bradshaw was committed to SCI on $4,100 secured bond while Schearer was released on $3,000 unsecured bond.

Seaford The seat of Regina James is open for a five-year term. Suzanne Farris, Regina James, Denise Snell and James VanVleek are running.

Laurel The seat of William Otwell is open for a five-year term. Dorothy Hickman and William Otwell are running.

Delmar The four-year seat of Joanne Gum and five-year seat of Herb Wright are open for reelection. Joanne Gum and Beverly Holmes are running for the four-year seat and William Fleetwood is unopposed.

Woodbridge The five-year seat of Deborah L. Stogner is open for election. James Carter, Sr. and Paul Breeding are running.

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Noted storyteller to visit the Laurel Public Library

GREASE IS COMING - The Laurel High School production of ‘Grease’ will be Thursday through Saturday, 7:30 each evening at the high school. Tickets are $5 and $3 and are available at the school. They will also be available at the door, if there are any left. Above is a scene from the play. Below are Cory Penix, Holy Exume and Chris Enger, three members of the technical crew. Photos by Fallon Rice

On Wednesday, March 28, at 7 p.m., noted area folklorist Ed Okonowicz will visit the Laurel Public Library for an hour of Delmarva storytelling with a special emphasis on Sussex county tales. Okonowicz has been traveling the peninsula for more than a decade, collecting local lore from the people of Maryland and Delaware and the surrounding areas of the Delmarva Peninsula. He draws his stories from different avenues ranging from folklore and history to ghost tales. His style and delivery will delight all ages but his content is mainly intended for the adult listener. Okonowicz is the author of several

books. His topics range from ghosts at Fort Delaware to murder mysteries set in the fictional state of Delmarva. In 2005, he was selected by readers of Delaware Today magazine as “best local author” in the Best of Delaware readers’ poll. Okonowicz will have several of his books available for sale at the program. An autograph and question and answer session will conclude the program. Light refreshments will be offered by the Friends of the Laurel Public Library. This program is fully funded by the Delaware Humanities Forum, whose mission is to connect people, cultures and ideas.

Senior center announced activities The Laurel Senior Center has planned the following activities: Friday, March 9 - 9:30 a.m., trip to Wal-Mart; 12:30 p.m., walking in the auditorium. Monday, March 12 - 9:30 a.m., trip to Wal-Mart; 12:30 p.m., Musical Ball. Tuesday, March 13 - 9 a.m., exercise; 10 a.m., members of the Nanticoke Senior Center will visit. Wednesday, March 14 - 10:30 a.m., hymn sing; 11 a.m., Bible study; 12:30 p.m., shuffleboard. Thursday, March 15 - 9 a.m., exercise; 10 a.m., game day. Friday, March 16 - 9:30 a.m., trip to

Town considers proposal to close part of Oak Street By Tony E. Windsor The Laurel Town Council held a public hearing during its Monday, March 5, meeting, to allow input on a request to close a section of Oak Street and convey it to the Laurel Redevelopment Corporation. The street would be closed between Front Street and Broad Creek. There there were no comments from the public or council members during the public hearing. The issue will be sent to Laurel’s attorney, who will draw up an ordinance and pursue the conveyance of the property. Also in council business, the council approved two requests to hold community events on town property: • Rob Brown of the Central Worship Center requested approval to use the open space along Central Avenue, next to The Insurance Market, for what he called a “giant Easter egg hunt.” He said the event will be held on April 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will be open to children

ages 1 through 12. Brown said there will be hot dogs, chips, drinks and music and he is expecting between 100 and 200 people to attend. • Amy Handy of New Zion United Methodist Church presented a request to hold the church’s annual Balling for God, a youth basketball tournament, at the basketball courts on Webb Avenue near Paul Dunbar Elementary School. The event will benefit HIV/AIDS awareness. It will be held Saturday, June 2, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and have tournaments in age groups of 9 to 11, 12 to 14 and 15 to 18. Handy said the event is a way to work with other churches and agencies to promote awareness and invite people to visit the west side of Laurel. She also asked that Laurel Police officers try to walk through the area during routine patrols to interact with the young people and help build rapport.

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Students in Delmar High investigate the world of jobs By Donna Dukes-Huston Delmar High School held its first career fair on Feb. 23 for students in grades 10 through 12. "We envisioned a day where our students would be able to gather information about potential career choices and learn what steps they will need to take to make those choices become a reality," said Diane Coy, assistant principal. Coy spearheaded this event with the assistance of the guidance department. Coy said that guidance counselor Gene Kline already had many contacts with the armed services and local colleges, so she went to work contacting local businesses. "We had so many respond, we had to move from the small gym to the large gym," she said. The 26 exhibitors included four branches of the armed services, seven colleges and a wide variety of local businesses and public protection agencies. Perdue Farms told students about the range of career opportunities available at that poultry company, with and without post-secondary education. After their first full year of employment with the company, employees can apply for tuition aid at Delaware Technical and Community College. They must pursue an approved degree within the poultry industry. "Even if kids decide not to go to col-

lege, they still have an employment opportunity with us," said Chris Delcastillo, human resources. Many other exhibitors were former Delmar graduates. Trooper Rementer and Lieutenant Bailey with the Delaware State Police were excited to be a part of this event. "We both graduated from Delmar and we had nothing like this," said Bailey. "I'm delighted to be here representing the [Salisbury City] fire department," said Tim Keenan, another Delmar alumnus. "It's very gratifying to return to my alma mater. This is a great opportunity for the students." Delmar High School junior David Spence agreed. He spoke with Darrin Scott from Long and Foster about the field of real estate. "I'm still looking for a full-time plan, but I'm thinking about looking into real estate part-time," Spence said. The career fair took place throughout the school day. This allowed the groups of students to be small enough so that they could spend significant time interacting with the presenters. "It gave us choices of what we could do after school," said 11th-grader Jack Blackwell. "Even if it's not our first choice, it could be something to fall back on."

Delmar High School held its first career fair on Feb. 23 for students in grades 10 through 12. Above, Tesa Hearn (left) and Rianya Trader speak with representatives from Delmarva Beauty Academy. Below, Marine Corps Sgt. Hamm talks with student Josh Shirey, who is planning to enlist. Photos by Donna Dukes-Huston

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Community supports Brown family with dinner and auction Parking was at a premium at the Laurel Fire Hall Saturday night, AT URPHY March 3. Perhaps there were 200 people at the benefit dinner and Carol Warrington donated auction for Laurel Fire Department the biggest tray of president Gerald Brown, who is rehomemade sticky buns covering from his second bout with leukemia. The event came about you have ever seen and through the efforts of Stephanie her sister Shirley O’Neal Walker, Tammy and Lettie Harold, was the winning bidder Barbara Hearn, Kelley Willey and with a bid of $450. April Brilliant. It was a joyous affair for those who attended, espedevoted fire department family through cially “Gump’s” many friends in the local and through. To talk with Deanna or to farming community and his neighbors on Gump’s mom, Marlene Givens, you would Sycamore Road. not know of their situation. I would say Lee Collins and Joe O’Neal were the that that alone is an inspiration for all of live auctioneers, and I do mean live as there was also a silent auction, but Lee and us and one of the many reasons they are so well respected. Joe were certainly not silent. They coaxed Gump is hoping to come home at the and inspired buyers to go the extra bid for the donated items. Joe had worked his auc- end of March or early April, I believe. tion until 4:30 p.m. in Georgetown. It must Dawn Wilson says there will be a have been a warm up for this one. meeting at St. Phillip’s Church on March When they auctioned off the baby car12 at 7 p.m., to discuss plans for a skateriage I thought it was Bobby and Barbara board park in Laurel. The meeting is open Hearn who were bidding on it and I told to the public. my wife that perhaps there was something Participants will discuss the proposed they had not told us. No, I had better fund-raiser that will be held on March 24 straighten this out now: It was not for at the Laurel Boys & Girls Club. them. I’m just having a little fun with Those interested in this need to support Bobby. it if they want it to come about. For more Some of the other items were a waterinformation, call Dawn at 875-4271 melon field spray job for 2007 that brought $750, a one-room paint job and a Upward Bound and all the youth baslong list of other items. ketball leagues, as well as the wrestling Oh yes, and this is a sticky situation, leagues, are about done for this year and folks. Carol Warrington donated the now it’s time for softball, baseball and othbiggest tray of homemade sticky buns you er spring sports. One story I see coming have ever seen and her sister Shirley out of the Upward Bound basketball proO’Neal was the winning bidder for those buns for a whopping sum of $450, a sticky gram would have to be 9-year-old Skylar Thomas of the Huskies team. bun record for the Laurel Fire Hall and Skylar, less than two years ago, had maybe even for the Guinness Book of major hip surgery and was in a body cast World Records. for several months. Last summer, Skylar Not to be outdone, just before the end returned to playing baseball and this winof the auction Wayne and Toni Culver had Joe announce they would pay $250 if Car- ter he played in the Upward Bound basketball league at the Boys & Girls Club in ol Warrington would make another batch Seaford. of those precious sticky buns. Of course In his last game of the year, Skylar she would and will take calls for any more must have hit five or six or more shots sales starting at $100 for a batch with the proceeds going to the Brown’s medical ex- from the outside corner of the court and he, along with another teammate, conpenses. trolled the backboards in their game. You might say that this was one idea Sports is about much more than being that “panned out”! Seriously, though, I’m sure that some of good. It’s about giving your all, never giving up and in this very young man, who is you do not know that in addition to well liked by his teammates, we saw what Gump’s illness, his wife, Deanna, has had programs such as this can do. some medical problems also. They are a

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His parents are Joe and Brenda Thomas. Congratulations, Skylar, on a great season! Walt Hearn of Walt’s Barber Shop in Laurel will close his shop from March 7 through March 14 for medical reasons. I told Walt that I would be glad to take care of his customers’ hair until he got back. The fellow in the barber chair immediately told Walt to cut his twice, right then. Walt’s answer to me, “No thanks.” Walt likes his customers. The Perfect Touch Gallery & Gift Boutique will host art classes in late March or early April. Cris Reynolds, decorative artist, will be the teacher. For further information call Ellen at 877-0410 The passing of legendary Seaford coach Bobby Dowd has the entire community talking about this icon of sports in this area. Great stories of Coach Dowd are in the paper for all to see and I am sure it will bring back fond memories for former Seaford athletes. Don’t forget — I said, don’t forget! — to support the Laurel Drama Department’s musical production of “Grease” this Thursday, Friday and Saturday at Laurel High School. Tickets are only $5, $3 for senior citizens, and can be picked up at the school in advance for the 7:30 p.m. performance. To my understanding, 10 percent of the

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‘Quilts of Valor’ effort supports wounded vets By Donna Dukes-Huston "We are a nation at war!" Catherine Roberts repeated this mantra throughout her presentation to Soroptomist International of Seaford at the Feb. 21 meeting. Roberts started Quilts of Valor over three years ago in her Seaford home. "When we learned that Nat, my older son, was going to be deployed to Iraq for one year with his MP Company based in Germany, I had to do something to keep busy and maintain my sanity," Roberts said. Her mission is to cover all combat wounded and injured (physically or psychologically) with wartime quilts called Quilts of Valor. Marine Corps Sgt. Kevin Corrigan, who has been diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, accompanied Roberts to the meeting. Corrigan said that when the troops hear that even though

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Letters Please remember Pegeen Editor’s note: Below are remarks made by Tom Brown at Saturday’s funeral for his wife, Pegeen. Mr. Brown sent them to the paper for publication. It is difficult for all of us, let alone Anne and me, to believe that we are together again. There are a few things that are important for us to say to you on this day of profound sadness and sense of loss. First is the lesson of Pegeen. She never met a person that she didn’t want to hug, and usually did. The hug was usually accompanied by, “I love you.” I watched this for almost 25 years and she meant it. Pegeen threw herself into life and other people. Literally, thousands of times I would say “Pegeen, maybe you shouldn’t...” and she already would have jumped in. Not once was I right. The lesson I will carry is to just throw yourself into the direction of people with warmth and genuineness — people will respond back the same way. The second thing concerns Annie and me. When Sam died, Pegeen and I asked that you treat us the same way as you did in the past and honor Sam’s memory. You did that for us. With Pegeen’s death, we know that we are not the same, but we are the same people — just very sad. But we will need to approach things the way our Irish girl would and we need you to help us by talking about her, laughing with us and rejoicing in who she was. Also, say Pegeen’s name to us. It was a beautiful and unusual name and she was very proud of it. If you do not say “Pegeen” in front of us, there is not much chance we will hear it anywhere else. The last thing that Pegeen would want me to share concerns our relationship and this community. The last 30 days have been the most profound ones of our lives. The embrace that we experienced from this community was incredible. The cards, the hugs, the smiles, and especially our young friends helped us on our journey in dealing with Sam’s death. Thank you for what you did for me and especially, for Pegeen. And for us, it was, as I have told many of you, the best 30 days of our nearly 25 years. Not the happiest, but nevertheless, the best in terms of intimacy, strength and support. All the years leading up to this moment were not wasted and we

knew that we were going to be all right. Pegeen’s death presents all of us, especially Anne and me, with a challenge. How can we take the tragedy of this last month and make it into a positive and optimistic force in our lives? Anne and I will be walking that path. You are free to join us. Tom & Anne Brown Seaford

District needs to be open I’m confused. I attended the December 2006 school board presentation by Dr. Schwartz, the school district’s strategic planning consultant. At that time, he indicated the district has been engaged in strategic planning, at the district level, since the spring of 2006. He said a committee had met in October 2006 and had re-fashioned the school district’s mission statement. There is no evidence of this rewrite on either the district Web site or in district public communication. I’m further confused because at the February 2007 school board meeting, Dr. Garner, the district’s testing director, indicated the district feels confident that its individual schools are doing enough strategic planning through their state-mandated goals. So what is it? Are you planning for the future or are you satisfied with individual schools making their own yearly plans? At the December meeting, I expressed concern about the effort being led by Dr. Schwartz, who had been a party to the abysmal 1991 strategic planning process which never resulted in long-term improvement. Dr. Schwartz told the board he could be objective in leading this effort. But, the effort is not about Dr. Schwartz’s objectivity. Strategic planning is about trust and faith that the effort will be shepherded with an eye toward honoring all stakeholder contributions. When you talk to citizens and/or staff members who have worked in the district, a common complaint is their input was not valued or a decision had already been made and what they were asked to do was to confirm the wisdom of the administration’s decision. I left the meeting encouraged but a little bewildered. During the course of Dr. Schwartz’s presentation he mentioned he had started the strategic planning process in the spring of 2006. I went all the way back to January 2006 and did not find any reference to strategic planning in either

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the school board agenda or in the minutes of their public meetings. I then looked to see if there was a reference to the planning committee meeting in the board reports. Again, no mention was found. Am I to understand that the board wanted this strategic planning process to be so secretive that they kept it from the public and did not dare mention it until someone questioned the need for it in the local paper? It is disingenuous when someone calls into question the lack of a planning process in the district that the district then apparently makes up something to counter the criticism. If the process had begun in the spring, it should have been acknowledged by the board and the administration and the public should have been informed so those interested could have had the opportunity to participate. At the December meeting, the superintendent gave no input to the discussion on strategic planning. He provided no direction to the consultant nor did he provide any guidance to the board for the continued effort. It really makes little difference now as the effort has apparently been squashed. Dr. Garner, at the Feb 2007 meeting, said there is no need for a district level plan as the schools already do continuous improvement. It seems the district’s planning is focused exclusively on obtaining grants rather than focused on its strategic future. Essentially, there is no need to determine what goals the district’s taxpayers want. Finally, continuous improvement occurs when organizations assess both their internal (faculty/administration) and their external (students/parents/community) customers and make plans based upon those results. This is not what is happening in the Seaford School District. Is it any wonder the school district sails along, albeit haphazardly, without a rudder or a captain? Ken Madden Jr. Citizen

Thanks, from winning candidates We want to thank all of you who supported our re-election. Without support from all of Bridgeville our victory would not have been possible. More than 75 percent of the registered voters came out last Saturday. What a great day for democracy! Bridgeville continues to be the envy of the state and voter turnout is just another reason for that envy. Your support of our re-election and of the sitting commission is heartily appreciated. As we move forward to meet the challenges the future is sure to bring, we look forward to continued and expanded citizen involvement in all areas of our government. Bridgeville, we live here and we are home now. Thank you. Joseph T. Conaway Patricia Correll William Jefferson Bridgeville

One-issue voting ‘unenlightened’ Shadow rolls and blinkers are devices used to prevent race horses from looking downward and sideways. Trainers hope to focus the horses’ attention solely on one goal, the finish line. Unfortunately, some humans also wear blinkers and shadow rolls. They devote all their attention and actions on one philosophy, one issue, one political party, one church, etc., and are blind to all else that

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is going on around them. Life, however, is complex. Compromises and awareness are necessary. It is distressing that the publisher of the Morning Star Publications, Bryant Richardson, is one of the wearers of shadow rolls and blinkers. His stance of eliminating voting for a political candidate simply on the basis of their position on the abortion issue is unenlightened. Hopefully, he will not slant the Star’s news coverage to reflect his unreasonable bias. James P. Waddel

If the coming of Spring has given you the itch to find a new home, or sell the one you’ve got then talk to me. I’m here to guide you through every step of the buying and selling process.

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What happened to driver? It seems like Aug. 13, last summer, is quite awhile ago, doesn’t it? Well then, how come we haven’t heard any more about that reckless driver that sent Dr. Sarah Dykstra flying to her death? We have all these people asking what’s going on in Washington. What’s going on in our own back yard, Georgetown? Does anybody know? Frank Drohan Laurel

Middle class is suffering What has happened to “Middle Class America?” The middle class I once was part of, once the pride and joy of the U.S.A., has dissolved into two classes, the rich and the poor — the have and have nots! Don’t try to convince me that the cost of living has gone up for everyone. It has not! The millionaires and billionaires can still afford their second and third house, their expensive cars, their yachts, private planes and vacations. Don’t forget their private lawyers for tax breaks. The poor are thrown a bone every now and then to keep them from rebelling. The middle class, yesterday’s heroes who made America great, are cast aside and trampled on into oblivion. Greed, along with its fellow sins, lust, hate and “me-too-ism” have taken control. Yes! Greed rules the day. The giant corporations rule America! Am I bitter? You bet! I see no relief for the future. The cost of living of everything is going up and up. The Good Book says: “A day will come when a person will have to work all day for a loaf of bread.” That day is on its way. Bread is up to $2 a loaf and over. Milk almost $4 a gallon. When will it end? Now, Delmarva Power has gotten into the act! I am an 80-year-old woman. My husband and I live on Social Security and a small pension. We still pay mortgage payment on our small home. We have cut out vacations and just about everything because of the cost of living. A year ago, our electric bill averaged $68 a month. January of this year we received an electric bill from Delmarva Power for $163.32; February, this month, I received an electric bill for $268.52. What is going on? We placed the new light bulbs in all rooms, no longer keep porch lights on, wash clothes every other week in cold water, our house is insulated, still our bill goes up. When will this greed end? Delmarva Power I believe is working for their stock holders! I feel sorry for the younger generation who live on a small income, who can’t afford to buy or rent a home. I see them searching in stores for day-old bread and dented cans. $268.52 for a month’s electric? Shame on you Delmarva Power! H. M. Peters Blades

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Community Bulletin Board Events Lions club variety show The Bridgeville Lions Club proudly presents their 54th Annual Variety Show, “Ships A’Hoy,” on Friday and Saturday, March 23 and 24 at the Woodbridge High School auditorium. Show time is 8 p.m. Tickets are available from any Bridgville Lions Club member or at the door. Join us for an evening of family entertainment.

Read Aloud Delaware March 27 Read Aloud Delaware volunteer training session will be held Tuesday, March 27, at 1 p.m. in the Seaford Public Library. Call 856-2527 to sign up for training or for further information. Volunteer readers are needed at various reading sites in Sussex County.

Vera Bradley Bingo The Laurel Lioness Club will present a Vera Bradley Bingo on March 27, at the Laurel Fire House, 10th Street, Laurel. Doors open at 6 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Plenty of great refreshments and door prizes. Tickets are $20 from any Lioness; at the door; or call Dianne Thompson, 302-875-5126. All profits are put back into the community.

Yard Sale March 24 St. John's UMC will hold their annual Vendor/Yard Sale on Saturday, March 24. Personal tables are available to rent for $10, and business tables are $20. Alternatively, items can be donated to St. John's Dorcas Circle for sale at their table (no clothing or shoes). To reserve a table or for more information, call 628-0329

Fudgie Wudgie chocolate show The NHS Auxiliary will present "Fudgie Wudgie," the gourmet chocolate and fudge road show on Friday, March 23, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Gourmet fudge, pecan caramel turtles, chocolate covered marshmallow pops, pretzels gone wild, bark, chocolate covered Oreos and more. Proceeds will benefit Nanticoke Health Services.

Genealogist program March 21 The Bridgeville Public Library's Genealogical discussion group will present a genealogy program on March 21, 7 p.m., at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on William Street in Bridgeville. Shirley A. Herndon will be speaking about Bounty Lands. Mrs. Herndon is a professional genealogist and is also an adjunct professor of art history at Wesley College in Dover. For more information contact the Bridgeville Public Library at 302-337-7401.

Watercolor Classes March 12 A watercolor class for beginners will begin on March 12 and continue until April 16. Each class will be held on a Monday from 9:30 to 11:45 a.m. Class will be taught at the St. Mary's Episcopal

Church Parish Hall on William Street in Bridgeville. This class will be taught by Bridgeville artist, Joyce Willon and several other Sussex County artists will assist in different classes. The first two weeks bring only some regular unlined white paper and several Not. 2 regular pencils. A list of materials needed will be at the first class. The cost will be $30. Class is limited to 18 participants. To register or for more information, call the Bridgeville Library at 337-7401 or Joyce Willon at 337-8609.

Safety Programs March 10 The Greenwood Memorial VFW Ladies Auxiliary #7478 will sponsor a Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Drug Safety Program for Youth on Saturday, March 10, from 9:30 a.m. through 12:30p.m. The event will be held at the VFW Post on Governors Avenue in Greenwood. Mike Love from the U of DE Cooperative Extension Agency in Georgetown, DE will conduct the Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety portion of the program. This program will take place outside on the paved area of the Post's grounds. Mr. Love will bring bikes and helmets for the participants' use. Youth may also bring their own helmets and bikes to use. A Drug Safety Program will be conducted inside the Post by representatives of Troop 5 in Bridgeville of the Delaware State Police. Admission is free and area youth and their parents are encouraged to attend. Refreshments will be served by the Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW Post #7478.

How to submit items Submit Bulletin Board items by Thursday at noon. Send to Morning Star Publications, PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973, email morningstarpub @ddmg.net or drop off at 628 West Stein Highway, Seaford. Items appear in both the Seaford and Laurel Stars.

area. Winner will receive a samll scholarship and a cash prize. For more information or to pick up an application contact Bonny Hastings at 841-4884, or stop by Cut n' Up Family Salon, 628-8150.

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spaghetti dinner from 5-7 p.m. before the show. The cost is $6 for the dinner; $11 for dinner and the show. On March 11, the cast and crew will be holding a "Talk Back" session immediately following the production. You can purchase tickets at the door, by contacting Bob Lewis at 337-8289, ext. 315, or from any WHS drama student.

Local antique dealers host a special spring barn sale on Friday, March 23, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, March 24, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sunday, March 25, noon-4 p.m., featuring primitive and shabby chic furniture, antiques, collectibles, house- wares, great garden goodies, Easter items, and much more. Discover a wonderful world of affordably priced and delightfully displayed treasures in a restored 1940s barn at 36225 Columbia Road, Delmar, DE. 19940. Call 846-3137.

Miss Seaford pageant

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Applications are now being accepted for the Seaford Lioness annual Miss Seaford pageant and the first 10 applications are being accepted for the Little Miss Seaford Pageant. The Pageants will be held on March 23, at the Seaford High School. Candidates must be freshmen, sophomores or juniors but do not have to attend Seaford schools. Candidates must live in the Seaford

Mystery Dinner Theatre featuring The Mystery of Montley's Manor, on March 15 and 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Laurel Wesleyan Church, Laurel. Costs $20 per an adult and $10 for children, 8 to 18 years old, includes dinner and show. A $5 charge for babysitting for children 7 and under includes dinner. This is open to the public. Proceeds benefit Laurel Wesleyan Youth attending International Youth Convention. Call the church office at 8755380.

Equine Council Fund Raiser "A Casual Country Affair", dinner, dance, auction will be held March 23, 6-11 p.m. at Del. State Fairground, Harrington, in Exhibitors' Hall. Tickets available now through March 13, $25 a person, dinner buffet/hors d'oeuvres provided by Marilyn Smith Hastings, music by "Wild Horses"(country/50's60's), cash bar, live and silent auctions. There will be a surprise introduction at approximately 9 p.m. Come join the fun, very casual attire. For more information, call Paula Barto 629-5233.

Homemade Easter Eggs Christ Lutheran Church is selling their Homemade Easter Eggs: Peanut Butter, Butter Cream, Coconut Cream, now through March 28. First ever and still the best on the shore, $3 each. Call 629-9755 or 629-9751.

‘Gold Fever’ musical The Woodbridge High School Performing Arts Department proudly presents "Gold Fever," a melodrama musical set in America's West during the gold rush years. Performance dates are March 9 and 10, at 8 p.m. and March 11 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person, $3 for students with a valid ID. On March 10, the Woodbridge Music Boosters will be holding an all you can eat

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be 7:30 p.m. all three nights. Advanced tickets are on sale now through the LHS box office. Ticket prices: Adults $5, students under 18 and senior citizens $3 with ID. Only 250 tickets will be available per night, so advanced sales are recommended. For more information call 875-6120, ext. 273, or email bcass@laurel.k12.de.us.

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The Golden Dragons, the world's leading Chinese acrobatic troupe, will present an unforgettable acrobatic and theatrical performance on Sunday, April 29, at 2 p.m., in the theatre of the Arts & Science Center at Delaware Technical & Community College in Georgetown. Ticket prices for the performance are $22 for adults, $18 for students with ID (must be presented at time of ticket purchase), and $10 for children 12 and younger. The theatre will open at 1 p.m. and it is open seating. Tickets are available for purchase Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; call 855-1617 to purchase by credit card or in person at Delaware Tech, Suite 109, Jason Technology Center.

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. Call 302-875-5153

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The Kiwanis Club of Seaford will present Basket Bingo Night on Saturday, March 24. The event will be held at the Western Sussex Boys and Girls Club. Door open at 6 p.m., with games beginning at 7 p.m. The event will feature Longaberger baskets and highlights include six raffle baskets, a Chinese Auction, free sodas, and more. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door and are available from Kiwanis members, Soil Service, or the Star's office. Participants must be 18 to play. For more information, call 284-3701.

EAC Basket Bingo April 5 The Employee Activity Committee of Nanticoke Health Services will hold a Longaberger Basket Bingo on Thursday, April 5, starting at 7pm at the Seaford Moose, located on Route 13A in Seaford. The evening will consist of 20 exciting games and will feature several baskets including Oval Picket sets, Medium Oval Gathering, Easter set and several regular line baskets as prizes. Advance tickets are $20 per person, $25 at the door. Advance ticket includes a chance to win the Large Hamper and the 5" through 13" Round Keeping baskets as door prizes. Nearly 30 chances to WIN! Refreshments will be available. For ticket information contact the EAC at 302-629-6611, ext. 2417.

Seaford Moose basket Bingo The Ritual Team of Seaford Moose Lodge #1728 will host a Longaberger Basket Bingo on Monday, March 12, 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) at the Seaford Moose Lodge, located at 22759 Bridgeville Highway, Seaford. This will be a community service project. Tickes $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Food and refreshments available. Call David or Travis Sirman, 875-3792 or Seaford Moose Lodge, 629-8408 for tickets or information.

The Southern Delaware Choral Society, under the direction of John Ranney, is pleased to be the recipient of two grants from the Sussex County Council which will enable the society to provide a limited number of complimentary tickets to local veterans for its spring concerts. Entitled, The Civil War and Beyond: a musical tribute to those who have served at home and abroad, the concerts will be performed at Woodbridge High School in Bridgeville on Saturday, April 28, 7:30 p.m., and the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center on Sunday, April 29, 3 p.m. Joining the Choral Society will be the Chesapeake Brass Band, guitarist-composer Jeffrey Van of Minnesota, composerarranger Rosemary Galloway of Toronto, arranger Roo Brown of Lewes and bagpiper Henry DeWitt of Rehoboth. Tickets for the general public are $15 for adults and $10 for students and are available by calling 645-2013. Veterans may obtain their complimentary tickets by contacting Jack Emery at 934-6569.

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Georgetown's AARP Chapter #5340 will meet April 2, at Sussex Pines Country Club in Georgetown with luncheon at noon. Guest speaker will be Paula Schatz Marketing Manager of the Methodist Manor House. Topic will be about retirement choices. Cost of the lunch is $15 per person. Call Anita Wright (302) 856-6215 for reservations that are needed by March 26. New members are welcome.

Widowed Persons Service The Seaford Chapter of the Widowed Persons Service will have its next meeting on Tuesday, March 20, at 12:15 p.m., at the Golden Corral. The planned guest

speaker will be Pat Malinchak speaking on "Growing up in the Military." All widowed persons of all ages are invited to attend.

NARFE Chapter 1992 meeting Chapter 1992 (Georgetown) of the National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees will hold their next meeting on Monday, March 19, at noon, at the Flight Deck Restaurant located at the Georgetown Airport. Speaker for this meeting will be Ed Okonowicz from the Delaware Humanities Forum. All federal employees who wish to protect their retirement benefits are encouraged to become a member of this organization. For more information, call Les Martens, president, at 629-9789.

Equine Council meets March 19 Meeting of the Delaware Equine Council will be held, Monday, March 19, at the Harrington Public Library, Harrington, at 7 p.m., all those interested in horses are welcome! Questions, call Nyle 422-4094 or Peggy 629-5233.

SHS Alumni Assn. Meeting The SHS Alumni Association Board of Directors will hold a meeting on Thursday March 1, beginning at 7 p.m. in the downtown Seaford Museum. Any interested SHS alumni are welcome to attend. For more information contact Donna Hastings Angell at 629-8077.

Annual

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VARIETY SHOW

Laurel High ‘Grease’ tickets The Laurel High School Performing Arts Department will be presenting the musical "Grease" on March 8, 9, and 10 in the L.H.S. Auditorium. Curtain time will

GOLF Kiwanis Tournament Friday, June 8, is the date for the 21st annual golf tournament sponsored by the Seaford Kiwanis Foundation, which was created to provide college scholarships to worthy and aspiring high school seniors. Thanks to enthusiastic participants and willing sponsors 44 students have been helped so far. Most have graduated. Last year’s winners are students at the University of Delaware, York College and at the University of Virginia. Mark your calendar and help the Kiwanis Club help deserving youth.

MARCH 15, 16, 17 Seaford High School Show Starts 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are $8.00 Tickets can be purchased at Penco, Home Team Realty, Reflections Beauty Shop, Clark’s Pools, Middleford Deli, any Lions Club member or call 302-629-4999

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AARP meeting notices March 8 AARP Seaford Area Chapter 1084 meeting Thursday, March 8, at Methodist Manor House Fellowship Hall, Seaford, at 1:30 p.m. Seaford area includes all of Western Sussex County. Troy Dennis, Sr., marketing division, new Delaware Veterans Home, Milford, will speak. Guests are welcome; refreshments served. For information call 629-7950.

Parents and children from birth to age four are invited to play together, listen to a story, learn new songs and finger plays, and network with other families. Free. Now thru-May 2007. Closed on school holidays. No registration required. Call Anna Scovel at 8565239 for more information.Seaford Parks & Recreation (SDPR), 320 Virginia Ave., Seaford, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon.

Embroiders’ Guild meeting

Rabies Clinic

Marine Corps League

The Rabies clinic will be held at the SPCA, Rt. 113, Georgetown. All dogs must be on leash; all cats must be in carriers. The clinic will be held Friday, March 23, 10 a.m.-noon. Rabies vaccination is $10; Canine distemper, $12; Feline Distemper, $10; Bordetella (kennel cough) $10. This is a no-exam vaccination clinic that will be held monthly. Call for more dates, 8566361.

Acorn Club directory The Acorn Club is at work on the 2007-2008 Directory. In order for a correct address to be published, you must contact Verizon and advise them of your current 911 address for their listing, therefore, it will be automatically changed in our directory. If you would like to place a new ad in our directory, contact Anne Stewart, 6298868. Any other questions? Contact Teresa Blades, 629-5229.

Pageant contestants sought Contestants ages newborn through adult are being sought for the America's Fairy Tale Pageant and the Miss Chesapeake International Pageant to be held Saturday, March 10, at the Laurel Fire Hall. No experience is necessary. Applications are available online at www.mysticproductions.com or by calling 875-7485.

Walt's Barber Shop

The Sussex Chapter of Embroiders’ Guild meets on the second Monday of the month, September through June at 10 a.m. at the CHEER Center in Georgetown. All levels of stitchers from beginner to advanced are welcome. Call 410-208-9386. The Marine Corps League meets the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Log Cabin in Seaford.

Toastmasters 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.

Geologist to speak at Ag breakfast John Talley, director of the Delaware Geological Survey and state geologist, is the featured speaker at the Friends of Ag Breakfast on March 16 at 7:15 a.m. in Dover. Talley will discuss the occurrence and availability of ground-water resources in the coastal plain of Delaware and current and projected water demands for agricultural and non-agricultural water use. He will share his thoughts on potential conflicts that may arise from competing demands for water due to projected population growth during the next 25 years. The breakfast will be held at the Modern Maturity Center at 1121 Forrest Ave. in Dover. Cost is $15. To register, or for more information, call Alice Moore at 302-831-2504.

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.

Walt's Barber Shop, Central Avenue in Laurel, will be closed from March 7 through March 14, for medical reasons. Will re-open on March 15.

Trips

Indoor pest seminar

Seaford WPS Branson trip

The Sussex County Master Gardeners, of Delaware Cooperative Extension for both Delaware State University and University of Delaware, announce a workshop "Don’t Let Your Home Be A Home For Bugs" to be held Thursday, March 15, 2007, 6:30 p.m. This workshop will cover indoor pests, how to identify them, what a homeowner should do and when a homeowner should call a professional. The workshop will be held at the Carvel Building on Route 9, 16483 County Seat Highway, west of Georgetown, Delaware.

The Seaford WPS is sponsoring a nineday trip to Branson, Mo., May 3-11. The cost is $1,041 per person and includes bus transportation, eight nights lodging, eight breakfasts, eight dinners, eight shows, the Titanic Exhibit, Patch Collection Museum, Grants Farm and a guided tour of St. Louis including the Gateway Arch. All taxes, gratuities and luggage handling are also included. For more information contact Frances Horner at 629-4416.

Bus Trip to English Town, N.J. A Bus Trip to English Town, N.J., Saturday, April 7, at 5 a.m. from Bridgeville. From Hurlock, Md., 4 a.m. Price adults

$25; children 12 years and under $12.50. For more information call Miss Paris Twyman, 1-410-754-9135 or Mrs. Melva Hill, 302-628-1242. Money due no later than Saturday, March 24. No Refund.

Caroline AARP plans trip The Caroline County AARP 915 will take a trip to San Antonio, Texas, for 11 days beginning March 16. It will include a four-night stay in San Antonio with 18 meals, a guided tour, visits to the San Antonio River Walk District, The Alamo, the Institute of Texan Cultures, LBJ Ranch, the San Antonio Missions and the IMAX theatre, which will show "The Price of Freedom," and much more. For more information or to register, contact Peggy Perry at 1-410-822-2314 or pegperry@ myshorelink.com.

Overnight Trip to Atlantic City Wicomico County Recreation, Parks and Tourism's Happy Timers organization presents an overnight trip to the Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City, N.J. The event, which is open to the public, will take place March 22-23. The cost for the two-day trip is $105 based on double occupancy which includes motor coach to and from the Wicomico Civic Center, one night of lodging, one meal, one free show ticket the night of arrival (if available) and two days of coin bonuses. Located on the boardwalk, the Tropicana is rated the best casino in Atlantic City and offers first class shopping and dining. For details call Sharon Engster at 410-548-4900, ext. 118.

Pigeon Forge, Tenn. Pigeon Forge, Tenn. trip, June 18-22, $589 per person, which includes roundtrip Motor Coach, four nights hotel accommodations, four breakfasts, four dinners and six shows including: Grand Illusion, Country Tonite Theatre, Comedy Barn Theatre, Blackwood Breakfast Variety Show, The Miracle Theatre, Black Bear Jamboree Dinner and Show. Dolly Parton's Dollywood, visiting Gatlinburg, Tenn., taxes, tips, and baggage handling. For more information call 875-2536.

Food Sussex Chix benefit dinner The Sussex Chix softball team will be holding a benefit dinner on March 23 and 24 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Woodbridge High School cafeteria. Menu will include Ham, baked fish, macaroni and cheese, green bean casserole, tossed salad, baked pineapple, cole slaw, rolls, desserts and beverages. Cost is $7.50 for tickets bought in advance, $8.50 at the door and $5 for children 12 and under. For more information, call Shawn Bowman 398-8273.

Oyster Fritter Fry Oyster Fritter Fry, March 10 at 11 a.m. till 1 p.m., Charity Lodge #27, 319 Poplar St., Laurel, across from Laurel Police De-

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year's theme is Carnival on the Nanticoke. Admission is a covered dish plus $2. Chicken and beverages provided. Carnivalstyle entertainment. Members and guests must have reservations by March 10. Call Betty Martens, hospitality chair, 629-9789.

Appreciation Luncheon An Appreciation Luncheon honoring Sister Ruth Belle sponsored by Queen of Sheba Chapter #4, Order of the Eastern Star, Prince Hall Affiliation from Laurel, will be held Saturday, March 17, noon to 2 p.m., at Mt. Calvary United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 28 Church St., Bridgeville, Donation is $15. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 302629-3655.

Spring Luncheon & Auction St. George's United Methodist Church, located between Laurel and Delmar, on Saturday, March 10, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., will hold its Annual Spring Luncheon. Featured items will be oyster fritters and chicken salad sandwiches, hot dogs with homemade soups - cream of crab, peas & dumplings and vegetable beef. Eat in or take out. There also will be a silent auction and bake table. Call 302-846-2301 for more information if needed. Soup and Sandwich Night The G.F.W.C.-Acorn Club of Seaford will have a "Soup and Sandwich Night" at the Western Sussex Boys and Girls Club on March 8 at 6:30 p.m. The hostess will be Janet Gibon and her committee.

Spaghetti Dinner The Greenwood Mennonite School Music Boosters are offering an all-youcan-eat spaghetti dinner on Saturday, March 17, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. There will be a variety of delicious pasta sauces and scrumptious desserts. Cost is $8 for adults, $6 for children age 4-12 or $30 per family. Children 3 and under are free, and takeouts are available. The Greenwood Mennonite School is located at 12802 Mennonite School Road in Greenwood. From Rt. 13, go east on Rt. 16, left on Rt. 36 and right on Mennonite School Road. For more information, call (302) 349-4131.

Lenten fish dinners Fish dinners each Friday night through March 30 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church hall. Dinner runs from 4:30 until 6:30 p.m. Adults $7 and children $3. Includes "heart smart" flounder (or fish sticks), macaroni and cheese, homemade cole slaw, greens beans, and a roll. Beverages for those eating in. Take-outs are available. Look for the sign in front of

AARP Picnic March 15 AARP Chapter 1084 Seaford Area Annual Picnic, Thursday, March 15, Nanticoke River Yacht Club, at noon. This

church. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.

Breakfast Cafe VFW 4961 Breakfast Cafe, open Monday-Friday, 8-10 a.m., Seaford VFW, Middleford Road, to benefit Veterans Relief Fund. All are welcome.

Milford Unity BBQ The Milford Community Unity barbecue chicken dinner will be held Saturday, March 31, at the Carlisle Fire Hall from 4 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $6 for adults and $3 for children 12 and under. A person from the Milford Community will be honored as a volunteer of the year. Local officials and celebrities will be serving the BBQ chicken dinner that includes potato salad and baked beans. Community clubs and organizations will have the opportunity to have a booth during the event. This event is made possible by Community Partners including Milford Parks and Recreation, and the Milford Moose Lodge. If you would like to nominate a volunteer or to have a booth call Gary Downes at 422-8863.

Reunions Laurel Class of 1997 Looking for addresses for the Class of 1997, who graduated from Laurel Sr. High School. Call or email Anissa Brittinghm at 875-0806, kaegenbritt@hotmail.com

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Free Tax Assistance AARP Tax-Aide is offering free tax counseling, preparation and efiling from Feb. 1 through April 15 for taxpayers of all ages with emphasis on those 60 and older. AARP Tax-Aide volunteers, trained in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service, will assist with personal tax returns at the following locations: • Nanticoke Senior Center, 310 Virginia Ave., Seaford, 629-4939. • Seaford District Library, 402North Porter St., Seaford, 6292524. • Greenwood Public Library, Market and Mill streets, Greenwood, 349-5309. • Bridgeville Public Library, Market and Laws streets, Bridgeville, 337-7401. • Delmar Public Library, 101 North Bi-State Boulevard, Delmar, Del., 846-9894. • Laurel Public Library, 101 East Fourth St., Laurel, 875-3184. Evening appointments available at the Seaford District Library location only. All other locations are daytime appointments. Service is also available for homebound individuals.

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CHURCH BULLETINS House of Hope Friend-Raiser Shiloh House of Hope gears up to host its 2nd Annual Friend-Raiser. At the event on Saturday, March 10 at the Sam Yoder Community Building in Greenwood, attendees will hear from former National House of Hope resident Jesse Cloud. The evening will be hosted by Joy 102.5!'s Rodney Baylous with good food, musical talent and a silent auction. Tickets for the event are $50 per person. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Maria Peachey at 302-337-9330, or email at maria@shilohhouseofhope.org.

Messiah’s Vineyard Church Dr. Carl G. Vincent would like to announce services leading up to Easter: Youth Rally - Sunday March 11, 7 p.m. Easter Cantata - Saturday, March 31, 7 p.m. and Sunday, April 1, 7 p.m. Ladies Prayer Brunch - Tuesday, March 13, 8:30 a.m. Men’s Meeting - Saturday, March 17, 7:30 a.m. Healing and Miracle Services with Pastor Billy Burke - Sunday, April 29, 9:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.

John Robertson from Texas. The event will take place from March 11-14, at 7 p.m. each night. Sunday night will be "Bring a Friend Night;" Monday night will be "Pack A Pew Night;" Tuesday Night will be "Youth Night;" Wednesday Night will be "Family Night." Come and join us and be revived again. For more information, call Shirley 875-2314.

Discipleship Program graduates On March 2nd 2007 the Seaford Mission held graduation ceremonies at St. John’s United Methodist Church in Seaford, Delaware. Seven men were awarded certificates and crosses in recognition of their successful completion of the Mission’s Discipleship Program. Mission Pastor Charles Whaley officiated at the ceremonies and presented each graduate with a diploma and a cross to signify their accomplishment and their dedication to follow Jesus Christ. After graduation they will continue to execute their life plan on the road to their return to society as contributing citizens.

Centenary Church Prayer Vigil

Mt. Calvary A.M.E. Church, Concord will have its "Annual Men's Day Celebration" on Sunday, March 11. Services begin at 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. The theme will be "Brothers Gathered for a Mission," Sponsored by the Men of Mt. Calvary. For more information, contact William Palmer at 629-5699 or John Oliver at 629-9722.

On Friday, March 16, from 7 – 8 p.m., Centenary U.M. Church, Poplar & Market Sts., Laurel, will hold a prayer vigil in conjunction with the one being held at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. We shall pray for peace and our troops, and remember our veterans who have been wounded in the Iraqi war. All are invited to join Rev. John Van Tine in this time of prayer.

Laurel Baptist Revival March 11

Church welcomes guests

Annual Men's Day Celebration

Laurel Baptist Church is hosting its annual Revival. The guest speaker will be

On Sunday, March 18 at 4 p.m., the Rev. Curtis Roberts and congregation from

Mills Memorial Baptist Church in Salisbury, Md., will be at the United Church of the Nazarene, 4718 Jackson St., Hurlock, Md. Host pastor is Ebenezer Williamson. Also, on Saturday, March 31, at 7 p.m., Pastor and Sister Truttie Davis and congregation from Ringold A.M.E. Church, Middletown, will be there. For more information contact Sister Paris Twyman, 1-410-754-9135; or the church at 1-410-943-0900.

Ninety and Nine meet March 19 The Ninety & Nine extends an invitation to all women to join them for their regular quarterly dinner meeting at The Seaford Golf & Country Club in Seaford, on Monday, March 19, at 6:30 p.m. Our special speaker for the evening is Linda Hostelly, who lives in Millsboro and attends Central Worship Center in Laurel. The singers will be Debi Ward, Tracey Wooster, and Reneé Wayatt. They live in Laurel and attend Central Worship Center. Reservations are necessary. Deadline is March 15. For more information or details call Joyce Thoams at 629-2248; Michele Thompson at 877-0797; or Arvalene Moore at 875-4387.

Seaford Lenten Services Rev. Drew Christian announces Seaford Lenten services have begun. Services will be at noon at rotating designated churches and will be followed by a light lunch. The schedule is as follows: March 14 - Mt. Olivet U.M. Church, the Rev. Peggy Briggs; March 21 - St. John’s U.M. Church, the Rev. Andy Kerr; March 28 - Our Lady of Lourdes, the Rev. Carlton Cannon.

Laurel Lenten Services The Laurel Ministerial Association will be holding special mid-week services during the season of Lent. March 15 - Mt. Pleasant UMC, Mt. Pleasant Church Road, Laurel. March 29 - Victory in Grace Tabernacle, 11528 Commercial Lane, Hickman Park, Laurel. All services begin at 7 p.m. In addition, there will be services sponsored by the Laurel Ministerial Association during Holy Week, April 2-8. An ecumenical Good Friday service will be held at Christ United Methodist Church, 510 S. Central Ave., Laurel, on Friday, April 6, beginning at 7 p.m. On Easter Sunday, the community is invited to Janosik Park, Laureltowne, for a Son-Rise service at 6:30 a.m. For more information about any of the above Lenten services, call Pastor Fred Duncan, at 875-3398.

Homemade Easter Eggs Christ Lutheran Church is selling their Homemade Easter Eggs: Peanut Butter, Butter Cream, Coconut Cream, now through March 28. First ever and still the best on the shore, $3 each. Call 629-9755 or 629-9751.

Mystery Dinner Theatre Fundraiser The youth at Laurel Wesleyan Church will be attending an International Youth Convention in Orlando, Fla., in December. They need to raise approximately $50,000. They are having various fundraisers to help supplement the costs. The biggest fund raiser is a Mystery Dinner Theatre on March 15 and 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost includes dinner and a show. Cost is $20 Continued on page 49

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 Web site: http://home.dmv.com/-stjohns/ E-mail: stjohns@dmv.com 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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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

Irrefutable Easter By the Rev. Todd K. Crofford Laurel Wesleyan Church

PASTOR’S PERSPECTIVE

It seems every Spring some eneSo there are only three my of the gospel finds a way to possibilities, Jesus Got up make a buck off of Jesus and the and left the tomb someresurrection. Last year it was the much hyped how, someone moved the body, or he was resurrectDa Vinci code. Churches braced ed as Christians have for the onslaught of anti-Christian been claiming for almost thinking only to discover that the movie was such a dud it generated 2,000 years. few intelligible thoughts or questions. Like so many other objecrags, get up, and push away a stone large tions to the resurrection, it will now go to enough that four healthy grown women the dust bin of history. could not move. Then this “almost dead” This year’s money maker is James man must overpower or escape past solCameron and his pseudo-scientific “tomb diers whose life depended on the success of Jesus’ family” theory. Oh, it will rise of their watch over the tomb. up the Amazon chart and sell books, Bottom line, Jesus was dead when he Cameron will make the talk show circuit, went into the tomb. So possibly someone and “experts” will be trotted out to say his took the body. Yet there was only one theory is plausible. group of people who could even possibly I don't have time in this column to list benefit from doing such a thing… his diseven the obvious problems with ciples. Cameron’s theories AND his science. You Here’s the problem with that. They too can find an abundance of experts already would have to overpower or sneak past debunking his work. Rather for a moment the guards, they would have to agree to let me remind you of a few simple logical perpetuate this fraud, and then each would facts concerning this upcoming Easter. have to be willing to give up his life withThere remains no argument that Jesus’ out confessing their ruse. All of this grave was empty on Easter morning. would have to be done by men who were (Even James Cameron will agree to that!) so scared most of them didn’t even show So there are only three possibilities, Jesus up for the crucifixion. Got up and left the tomb somehow, someWe could spend much more time on one moved the body, or he was resurrected this, but we will wrap up by saying, there as Christians have been claiming for alis no other explanation for the empty tomb most 2,000 years. apart from a resurrection. Millions… in It is absolutely impossible that Jesus fact billions of intelligent people from all got up and left his tomb. Prior to being over the world have considered all of the put on the cross, he had been whipped facts and have come to the same concluwithin a literal inch of his life. He had sion- Jesus is the risen Lord he claimed he then been crucified, with nails piercing was. through his hands and feet, left to asphyxiSo let James Cameron be this year’s ate. He had been run through the side flavor of doubter. His work will long be with a spear by the soldier responsible for forgotten while the church will continue to the crucifixion to verify that he was dead. grow and thrive in the power of a resurHe was then placed in a tomb. rected Christ. Even if you entertain the virtual impossibility that Jesus was only “almost dead” The Rev. Crofford is Senior Pastor at and awoke in the coolness of the tomb, Je- Laurel Wesleyan Church. sus must unwrap himself from binding

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Stapelton is the director for the Brown Trail School of Preaching. He and his family moved to Chimala, Tanzania in June of 1985, after spending 7-1/2 months with the Springtown, Texas church, which oversaw the work at Chimala. They spent the next three years at Chimala. In 1987 he started the Chimala School of Preaching. Following that they moved to Paoli, Ind. where Bob served as evangelist, and then one of the elders of the Stucker Street Church of Christ. In 1994 they returned to Chimala. Once again he served as administrator of the Mission, Hospital, and School of Preaching, where he also taught. In April 1998, they returned to the U.S. and located in Arlington, Texas, where he served as coordinator for the Chimala work with the New York Avenue Church of Christ. Pastor Doug Weimer invites the entire community to join them. For more information contact the church, 875-7748.

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MASSES: SUNDAY: Sat. Eve. - Vigil 4:30 p.m.; Spanish 7:30 p.m. Sunday - 7 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 11 a.m. DAILY: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 9 a.m. Wed. 9 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.; First Sat. 9 a.m. HOLY DAYS: Eve. 7:30 p.m.; 9 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. NOVENA DEVOTIONS: Wed. 9 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. CONFESSION: Sat. 4:30-5 p.m.; Sun. 8-8:25 a.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”

YOU ARE INVITED! Come into This Church and Gather in Christ’s Name to Worship Him! Psalm 95:6 Sun. School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wed. Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Pastor, Stacey Johnson

VICTORY TABERNACLE CHURCH OF GOD

“A Growing Church For All Ages”

2 miles N. of Laurel, DE on Alt. 13

302-877-0443 410-957-4696

The Atlanta Road Alliance Church 22625 Atlanta Rd., Seaford, DE (302) 629-5600 • www.atlantaroadcma.org Rev. Edward Laremore • Rev. Andrew Kerr SUNDAY WEDNESDAY 8:30 Worship 6:45 Pioneer Clubs (age 3 9:45 Sunday School thru grade 6) & Divorce Care® 11:00 Worship/Kids Church 7:00 Prayer Service & Youth 7:00 Evening Service Group (grades 7-12)

ome! Revelatio e To C n 22 Tim : 17 The Ark s ' t I Seaford Wesleyan Church

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

River of Life Christian Center 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

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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 parsonage 875-2996

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church The Rev’d. Jeanne W. Kirby, Rector

Unity Gospel meeting March 16-18 'Unity' Gospel meeting will be held at Laurel Church of Christ. Does God want us to unite with the works of other religious groups or separate ourselves? What is the difference between unity and mere togetherness? Are there certain requirements for churches working together? What did the apostles have to say about unity? What unites two Christians and how does that help us grow spiritually? Just exactly what is God expecting of you and me? Friday, March 16, 7 p.m. - God's Attitude Toward Unity; Saturday, March 17, 7 p.m. - Requirements For Unity; Sunday, March 18, 9 a.m. - Bible Class - Christian Unity; Sunday, March 18, 10 a.m. - The Preaching of Paul on Unity; Sunday, March 18, 6 p.m. - The Christian's Obligation in the Interest of Unity. The featured speaker at the event will be Bob Stapelton.

Messiah’s Vineyard Church

Sunday School - all ages 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Rainbow Day Care / Pre-School Rt. 13 South, Seaford, DE 302-628-1020

Mount Olivet United Methodist Church Serving Christ in the Heart of Seaford since 1830

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

Seaford Church of Christ Acapella

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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

Laurel Wesleyan Church

The Gift of His Love

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

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

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OBITUARIES

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

Wilbert V. Croes, 79

Dora B. Prue, 80

Wilbert V. Croes of Laurel passed away on March 2, 2007 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury. He was a son of Wilbert Croes and Katherine Davis Croes Ruston. Mr. Croes reetired from Dresser Wayne Industries Salisbury after 35 years of service. He was also a proud veteran, serving as a Medic in the Navy in World War II and later as a Mess Sergeant. He was a member of the American Legion Post 19, Laurel and the Laurel Alumni Association. He was an avid sports fan, especially football and baseball. His favorite team was the Philadelphia Phillies. Besides his parents he was also preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Thomas Croes and a son, Gary Alan Croes. He is survived by a son, Tom Croes of Laurel; three sisters, Joyce Ruston of Wilmington, Sylvia Gee of Longneck, and Bonnie Ruston of Georgetown; an uncle Al Croes and his family of Wilmington; several nieces and nephews also survive him. A long time companion Bertha Van Meter of Salisbury, also survives him. A funeral service was held at the Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home, Laurel, on Wednesday, March 7, with Ken Athey officiating. Interment followed in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Laurel.

Dora B. Prue having labored reached out and took the Lord’s hand on Wednesday, Feb.7, 2007. She had been ill for a short time. She was in Boydton, Va., visiting her daughter Holly Wilson at the time of her passing. Dora was a loving mother and wife. She and her husband, Sheridan, owned Prues Enterprise at Bargain Bill’s Flea Market in Laurel, for 20 some years. She loved to give candy to the visiting children young and old. She was a member of the Board of Directors for the Laurel Chamber of Commerce. She was involved with the 4th of July Talent Show. A member of the Laurel New Century she loved meeting and working on projects with them. Mrs. Prue was preceded in death by her husband, Sheridan Prue in 2003, her son James Prue and a daughter Sally Anne Prue. She is survived by seven sons: Jerry Prue of Newport, Vt., Larry Prue of Kenbridge, Va., Sheridan Prue Jr. of Choptank, Md., Russell Prue of Victoria, Va., Ira Prue of Choptank, Md., Nathan Prue of Delmar, Md., and Neil Prue of Sharptown, Md.; four daughters: Terry Wright of Laurel, Holly Wilson of Boydton, Va., Susan

Vernon Edward Hastings, 75 Vernon Edward "Nip" Hastings of Seaford passed away at LifeCare at Lofland Park in Seaford on Monday, Feb. 26, 2007. A life long resident of Seaford, he was born on June 26, 1931 to Harry T. Hastings and Louise H. Darby. He graduated with the Seaford High School class of 1949. After graduation he served in the Delaware National Guard. He was a member of Gethsemane United Methodist Church in Reliance. He worked in accounting at the DuPont Company in Seaford retiring in 1991 with over 42 years of service. Mr. Hastings was an avid Blue Jay football fan, going to games and keeping records back into the 30's. He also loved to bowl, play cards, keeping records and was an avid collector. He also loved working in the yard. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Fannie Collins Hastings in 2001. He is survived by two sons, Barry E. Hastings and his wife, Lisa K. Hastings, and David C. Hastings, all of Seaford; two special grandchildren, Jennifer L. Hastings of Laurel and Barry E. Hastings II of Seaford; one great-grandchild, Colin A. Hastings of Laurel; a special aunt, Hilda Breasure, and a sister, Susan Rae, both of Seaford. Funeral Services were on Sunday, March 4, at the Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford. Burial was in Odd Fellows Cemetery. The family suggests donations may be made to Gethsemane United Methodist Youth, c/o Michelle Rekitzke, 2701 Woodland Ferry Road, Seaford, DE 19973.

What must I do to be saved? Acknowledge your sin and place your trust in Christ. All who place their trust in Christ in this way are adopted as God’s children. All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. — Romans 3:23 The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. — Romans 6:23 God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. — Romans 5:8 If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised him from the dead, you will be saved. — Romans 10:9

Osborne of Victoria, Va., and Myla Hubbard of Laurel; two brothers, Merle Benway of Glover, Vt. and Wayne Benway of Chester, Va.; one brother-in-law, Reginald Prue of Newport, Vt., and very special brother, Ralph Swett of Evansville, Vt. She is also survived by 31 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren and greatgreat grandchildren. Funeral services were held in South Hill, Va. on Feb. 9, at Farrar Funeral Chapel. There will be a memorial celebration of Dora’s life at Centenary United Methodist Church in Laurel on March 10. Friends will be received by the family from 10 a.m. until the 11 a.m. service. Memorial considerations are requested to Laurel Fire Dept.

Alan Darnell Taylor, 46 Alan Darnell Taylor of Selbyville died Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2007, at Kent General Hospital, Dover. He was born in Salisbury, Md., son of Willy Taylor, and his mother, Grace Mayfield Taylor, who survives him. He was disabled, but had been a worker in the U.S. Postal Service. He was a veteran of service in the Army and the Delaware Army National Guard. He attended Zoar United Methodist Church and Pilgrim Ministry, and Church of God in Christ. He loved singing, poetry, and football. Running was his passion and he loved reading the Bible. He was fun, energetic and lively. He loved life and will be

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

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Lillian T. Brundick, 73 Lillian T. Brundick of Laurel and formerly of Tauares, Fla., passed away on Feb. 27, 2007 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, Md. She was born in Baltimore, Md. to the late Jin Der and Marian Warley Delacruz. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband Calvin Brundick, Sr. of Laurel, and three sons,

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

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

Christ Lutheran Church

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missed greatly. Mr. Taylor was married to his wife of 11 years, Sherita Hall Taylor, who survives him. Besides his wife and mother, he is also survived by a brother, Darrin Taylor of Rehoboth Beach; and two sisters, Fayetta M. Blake of Rehoboth Beach and Dawn Taylor of Ft. Washington, Md. He is also survived by his special niece, whom he raised, Mertisha Gibbs, of Selbyville and his other nieces and nephews, Melody, Justin, and Alex and his great niece, Kennedy and great-nephews, Alex and Alijah His services were on Monday, March 5, at the Zoar United Methodist Church, in Selbyville, officiated by the Rev. Alexander Minor. Interment was in Zoar Golden Acres Cemetery, Bishopville, Md. Contributions may be made to the Taylor Funeral fund, c/o Faye Blake, 1 Clubhouse Drive, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971, or to the American Diabetes Assn., Delaware Chapter, 100 West 10th St., Suite 1002, Wilmington, DE 19801.

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

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

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


MORNING STAR ✳ MARCH 8 - 14, 2007 Nicholas Chrusniak of Baltimore, Md., Thomas Clark of Indian Head, Md., Calvin Brundick, Jr. of Wye Mills, Md.; a daughter Romona Calli of Coco Beach, Fla.; two brothers, William and Jack Der of Baltimore, Md.; and a sister, Jean Sass of Baltimore. She is also survived by six granchildren and two great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service was held at Old Wye Church, Wye Mills, Md. on Friday, March 2, with the Rev. Charlie Osberger officiating. Contributions may be made in her name to the American Cancer Society, 1138 Parsons Road, Salisbury, MD 21803.

Elma Cannon, 87 Elma (Brasure) Cannon of Seaford died Friday, March 2, 2007, at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford. Mrs. Cannon was born in Millsboro, daughter of John E. and Florence (Baker) Brasure. She had assisted her Elma Cannon husband Lester E. Cannon, with their family business, Farmers' Supply Service, Inc. in Bridgeville until his death in 1995. They had been married for 53 years. Mrs. Cannon had been a very dedicated mother to her children. Besides her parents and her husband, she was predeceased by a sister Elisabeth Hoyt in 1982. Mrs. Cannon is survived by a daughter, Rebecca Sheirer of Brownsville, Texas; a son, Edward K. Cannon of Bridgeville; two sisters, Reba B. Hoyt of Ellendale, and Elsie B. Mitchell of Milton; four grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandson. Funeral services will be held at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Hardesty Chapel, 202 Laws Street, Bridgeville, DE at 3:00 PM Friday, March 9, 2007 with Mrs. Cannon's son-in-law Gary L. Sheirer officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 to 3 P.M. Interment will be private at Bridgeville Cemetery in Bridgeville. On-line condolences may be sent to: condolences@parsellfuneralhomes.com.

Church, Front Street, Seaford. The Reverend Jeanne W. Kirby will officiate; burial will be private. Contributions may be made to St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 202 North Street, Seaford, DE 19973. Arrangements by Watson-Yates Funeral Home, Seaford, DE.

Hazel M. Hudson, 94 Hazel M. Hudson of Dagsboro died Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2007. Mrs. Hudson was born on June 20, 1912 in Frankford, a daughter of Elijah and Stella Mae Revel Lowe. Mrs. Hudson was a poultry grower for more than 30 years retiring in 1987. She grew for Cargil, Inc. in Frankford. She was a member of Hickory Hill United Methodist Church in Millsboro for more than 60 years. Besides her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Preston D. "Zeke" Hudson in 1987; a brother, Roy L. Lowe, and a sister, Retta Lowe Baker. Her service was on Saturday, March 3, at the Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro, officiated by the Rev. Betty Jo Magee. Interment was in Prince George's Chapel Cemetery, Dagsboro. The family asks that contributions be made to the Hickory Hill United Methodist Church, c/o Roy Rogers, 28209 Walt Carmean Lane, Millsboro, DE 19966. Letters of consolence may be emailed to: Watson Funeral Home, Delmarvaobits.com or, Watsonfh.com. Arrangements were by Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro.

Worshippers take part in World Day of Prayer By Daniel Richardson Each year, in places across the country and throughout the world, women of faith gather for a time of prayer on the first friday in March. Last friday at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholilc Church in Seaford, representatives from various Christian denominations in the community came to spiritually join with the women of the world. This year's theme, "united under God's tent," captured the spirit of the gathering. Developed by World Day of Prayer members in the country of Paraguay, the theme was meant to convey how God acts, blanketing believers and unifying them for a common purpose. The symbol for this event, the paraguayan nanduti, is made with concentration and patience. Many designs are woven together using a single thread. This is a powerful symbol for the event as many women all over the world come together with a singular purpose. The event was a way for people in Seaford and surrounding communities to connect with one another, and to collectively pray with the women of the world for all those who are in need.

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E. Marie Valliant, 91 E. Marie Valliant of Seaford died Sunday, March 4, 2007 at her residence. Born in Laurel, the daughter of Nellie Scott and Edwin S. Valliant, she was a clerk-typist at the DuPont Company in Seaford, retiring in 1971 after 29 years service. She was a life member of St. Luke's Episcopal Church where she was a member of the Altar Guild and served as the secretary of the church. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Roderique William Rohas in 1974; a halfsister, Mary Faith Horsey and an aunt, Nancy Jones. She is survived by step-sons Richard R. Rohas, Richmond, Va., and Charles Parker, St. Petersburg, Fla.; step-daughters, Darl Culver, Seaford, Catherine Buck, Los Angeles, Calif., and Jackie Vroman, Spokane, Wash.; eight step-grandchildren and three step-great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Friday, March 9, at 7 p.m. in St. Luke's Episcopal

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A good question, one that has been the source of some volatile debate over the years. The scripture does say some things about the viability of the pre-born child. For instance, the Old Testament Law of Moses regulates this scenario involving a fetus, “And if men struggle with each other and strike a woman with child so that she has a miscarriage, yet there is no further injury, he shall surely be fined as the woman’s husband may demand of him; and he shall pay as the judges decide.” (Exodus 21:22) We find here that among the ancient Israelites, there was some penalty attached to the destruction of a fetus though that destruction be unintentional. Many of us are familiar with David’s acknowledgement of God’s great work in developing him while still in the womb. He writes in Psalm 139:13-14, “For Thou didst form my inward parts; Thou didst weave me in my mother’s womb, I will give thanks to Thee, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Wonderful are Thy works, and my soul knows it very well.” There is also a verse from the 1st chapter of the book of Jeremiah, verse 5 that also speaks of God’s role in the life of the pre-born child. To the prophet, God says, “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you; I have appointed you a prophet to the nations.” In these verses, the truth that God does take an active part in the creation of the fetus is put forth to us. How can one seriously entertain the thought of destroying one made in God’s image, especially if it be for no better reason than for convenience’ sake? Could anyone for instance, have justified the murder of the pre-born John the Baptist, who the Bible tells us, leaped in the womb for joy when Mary, the mother of Jesus, greeted his mother Elizabeth? (See Luke 1:39-44) The practice of abortion, especially when performed for no better reason than the “inconvenience” incurred with the birth of and care for a newborn baby, goes against a God who stands for life. Nowhere in the Bible do we find such an abominable practice justified by God. Children, whether born or pre-born, are to be regarded as a gift of the Lord (Psalm 127:3), not as a piece of garbage to be discarded at will. If all that we are to do is to be to the glory of God (I Corinthians 10:31), then how can the murder of innocent pre-born children possibly be justified? If you have Bible questions, send to: Seaford Church of Christ 302-629-6206 or melakian1@DMV.com


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Entertainment

Taste and shop! Along with the hundreds of items offered for tasting, there are vendors selling their chocolate wares all day at the Chocolate Festival.

Rehoboth plans the 17th annual chocolate festival Restaurants, chefs and amateur bakers get ready for the 17th annual Rehoboth Chocolate Festival on Saturday, March 10 at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center Hall from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sponsored by The Friends of the Rehoboth Beach Public Library and Rehoboth Beach Main Street, the festival is a day of fun for the whole family, with children's games, sinful desserts and chocolate goodies. The festival also includes a raffle and baking contest. Admission is $2 and children under five are free. There is no carry-out this year. Registrations for the Chocolate Baking Contest are already coming in. The contest, which is open to anyone, includes six categories - restaurants, professional/chef, amateur, children under 12, sugar free, and showpiece. There are ribbons for all categories in the following sub-categories: cookies, brownies, pies, cheesecake, candy, cake and most unusual. Entry forms are available by calling 227-2772, visiting

www.rehomain.com, or at the event. Entries must be brought to the Convention Hall between 7-9 a.m. the day of the event for judging.

Possum Point will present Patchwork Possum Point Players will bring "Patchwork - The Little House Quilts of Laura Ingalls Wilder" to the Del Tech stage. Laura Ingalls Wilder's tales of outdoor adventure and pioneer spirit have been inspiring boys and girls for over 70 years. Laura traveled across America's rolling plains, all the while creating patchwork quilts that related the same adventures that would later inspire her timehonored books. Performances will be held Tuesday, May 8, at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., at Delaware Technical and Community College Theatre, Georgetown. Tickets are $6 each and may be reserved by calling the PPP Ticketline at (302) 856-4560. Classes and large groups welcome.

Open House! Sun., March 11, 12-2 p.m. Home is Nearing Completion. Enjoy your new home on one of Seaford’s newest Water Front Community. Enjoy a large Master Suite, cathedral ceilings, recessed lights, & large bonus room. Oak cabinets & Corian counters in the Kitchen, paved driveway with finished 2-car garage. Directions: From 13, take Rt. 20 East, turn left onto Baker Mill Rd., then turn left into Pond Haven, sign is on left. Call

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Peepers, flower catalogues make promises of spring Have you heard the peepers? I heard them for the first time this YNN ARKS year last week, when I was taking my walk. The sun was setting on I am happy to see that the one side of me, the nearly-full moon was rising on the other, and sunlight is changing, in between were at least two becoming brighter even colonies of peepers, loudly declarthough the cold winds still ing their romantic intentions. howl, and the brave I stopped to listen. Overhead, a daffodils and more caublue heron flew along the regular tious tulips are showing heron summertime path that cuts themselves. diagonally over our house. And in the yard, several robins searched for tasty insects. which I ordered the borage seeds, promisSpring, I told myself, is in fact coming. es “tasty, 1-inch, azure-blue flowers that Hooray! are great in teas and salads.” And Nicholas This winter has not been any longer Culpepper wrote in his 17th-century than any other. And I have enjoyed the herbal that borage “leaves, flowers and cold days we have had, some slight reasseeds are good to expel pensiveness and surance that climate change hasn’t yet melancholy.” I will be serving the most caught up to us and to some degree may popular salads and teas in town. still be reversible. This year, I am trying my hand at popEven so, I am happy to see that the pies, and not for their hallucinogenic sunlight is changing, becoming brighter seeds, as Culpepper might suggest. Ineven though the cold winds still howl, and stead, I am entranced by poppy blooms the brave daffodils and more cautious and would really like to get some estabtulips are showing themselves. lished in the perennial bed I started last Last night, I planted some flower seeds year. in small square peat pots and set them in a Oriental Scarlet, Seeds of Change says, sunny window, where I hope they will has “radiant, scarlet, papery blooms.” sprout into something that resembles the White Peshwar, a picture of which domipromises of the seed catalogues from nates page 66 of the catalogue, is “deliwhich I ordered them. This year, I am trycately beautiful,” with “crepe paper-texing several varieties of flowers that I have tured petals.” never planted beThe Mixed Carfore, including annunation poppy is, as This winter has not been any al phlox, which Mr. one might guess, a Burpee says will poppy that looks longer than any other. And I have bloom midsummer like a carnation. to fall in “masses of “Prolific,” the cataenjoyed the cold days we have glowing colors.” logue promises. The blooms of the Of course, our had, some slight reassurance variety I chose, flower beds will feaSummer Majesty, ture their traditional that climate change hasn’t yet are “delicately zinnias and nasturbrushed with purple tiums, cockscomb caught up to us and to some and rose.” and sunflowers. We’ll see — the Seeds for them all degree may still be reversible. place where I intend are lying in the to plant them, in the kitchen in their hot and dry flower brightly-colored envelopes, ready to be boxes around the patio, is very hard on pushed into the warm soil. plants. They, as well as I, wait for the fulfillAlso in the peat pots are seeds for borment of the promise of spring. A promise age, an herb I have never grown before. that, as winter fades, is being made every Seeds of Change, the catalogue from night by choruses of peepers.

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LEGALS NOTICE TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This is to advise that Serkan Darilmaz of Laurel, Sussex County, Delaware, will be filing with the Prothonotary in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, an application for License to Carry a Concealed Deadly Weapon, according to the Laws of the State of Delaware. 3/8/1tc

NOTICE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAFORD, An ordinance to amend CHAPTER 15 SIGNS: Sec. 15-67. Signs in Commercial & Industrial Districts – amend (b) (2) (A) and to add #7 (A) thru (G); and, Sec. 15-68 Limitations on Signs – amend #6 and delete #8 and renumber. These changes are related to the inclusive of electronic message board requirements. A copy of the complete Sign Ordinance may be obtained at the City of Seaford City Hall, 414 High Street, Seaford, Delaware or by calling the City Office at (302) 629-9173 and requesting a copy. Adopted: February 27, 2007 3/8/1tc

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING LITTLE CREEK HUNDRED Subd. #2006-2 Notice is hereby given that the County Planning and Zoning Commission of Sussex County will hold a public hearing on Thursday evening, APRIL 12, 2007, in the County Council Chambers, Sussex County Administrative Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on the application of D. & N. PROPERTIES, L.L.C. to consider the Subdivision of land in an AR-1 Agricultural Residential District in Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, by dividing 11.88 acres into 11 lots, located south of Road 72, 1,500 feet east of Road 70. Planning and Zoning public hearings will begin at 6:00 P.M. Text and maps of this application may be examined by interested parties in the County Planning and Zoning Office, Sussex County Administrative Building, Georgetown, Delaware. If unable to attend the public hearing, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to the public hearing.

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The following ordinance was approved by Sussex County Council on January 23, 2007: ORDINANCE NO. 1888 WITH CONDITIONS AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING MAP OF SUSSEX COUNTY FROM AN AR-1 AGRICULTURAL RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO AN AR 1/RPC AGRICULTURAL RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTRESIDENTIAL PLANNED FOR A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND LYING AND BEING IN LITTLE CREEK HUNDRED, SUSSEX COUNTY, CONTAINING 232.86 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, (land lying north of Route 54 and east of Road 504; application filed on behalf of BLACKWATER CREEK, INC.; C/Z #1596). 3/8/1tc

PUBLIC NOTICE The following ordinance was approved by Sussex County Council on January 23, 2007: ORDINANCE NO. 1889 WITH CONDITIONS AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING MAP OF SUSSEX COUNTY FROM A GR/RPC GENERAL RESIDENTIAL DIST R I C T- R E S I D E N T I A L PLANNED COMMUNITY FOR A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND LYING AND BEING IN LITTLE CREEK HUNDRED, SUSSEX COUNTY, CONTAINING 273.54 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, (land lying west of Road 504 and south of Route 54; application filed on behalf of BLACKWATER CREEK, INC.; C/Z #1597). 3/8/1tc

PUBLIC NOTICE The following ordinance was approved by Sussex County Council on January 23, 2007: ORDINANCE NO. 1890 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING MAP OF SUSSEX COUNTY FROM AN AR-1 AGRICULTURAL RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO A B-1 NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT FOR A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND LYING AND BEING IN LITTLE CREEK HUNDRED, SUSSEX COUNTY, CONTAINING 3.2 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, (land lying at the northeast corner of the intersection of Route

NOTICE Estate of Bernard L. Martin, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Bernard L. Martin who departed this life on the 27th day of December, A.D. 2006 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Mary J. Martin on the 26th day of February, 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 deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administratrix on or before the 27th day of August, A.D. 2007 or abide by the law in this behalf. Administratrix: Mary J. Martin 9768 North Shore Dr. Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 3/8/3tc THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS FOR THE STATE OF DELAWARE IN AND FOR SUSSEX COUNTY In Re: Change of Name of Ivy Ulrich-Bonk, Petitioner to: Ivy Bonk. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Ivy Ulrich-Bonk intends to present a Petition to the Court of Common See LEGALS—page 36


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LEGALS - from Page 35 Pleas for the State of Delaware in and for Sussex County to change her name to Ivy Bonk. Ivy Ulrich-Bonk, Petitioner 3/1/3tc

NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION FOR MUNICIPAL OFFICERS OF THE TOWN OF LAUREL HAS BEEN CANCELLED Please take notice the General Municipal Election for Municipal Officers of the Town of Laurel, scheduled for Thursday, March 22, 2007, has been cancelled, per The Town of Laurel’s Charter, Section 8(H). The following persons have filed for Mayor and Council seats and pursuant to Section 8(H) of the town charter, “In the event that only one person files or is nominated for office for which an election is to be held, the person who files or who is nominated shall be deemed to be elected for full term and it shall not be necessary to have an election.” Mayor, John J. Shwed Council Person First Ward, Randall Lee Council Person Fourth Ward,Terry Wright Council Person at Large Fourth Ward, Phillip C. Calio 3/1/3tc

8114 Rose Cottage Lane, Fairplay, MD 21733 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 3/1/3tc

NOTICE Estate of George H. Stanton, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of George H. Stanton, who departed this life on the 3rd day of November, A.D. 2006 late of Millsboro, DE were duly granted unto Margaret Wikstrom on the 14th day of February, 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 July, A.D. 2007 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executrix: Margaret Wikstrom P.O. Box 211 Columbia, MD 21045 Attorney: Shannon R. Owens, Esq. Procino Wells, LLC 123 Pennsylvania Ave. Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 3/1/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Martine Ann Garland, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Martine Ann Garland who departed this life on the 6th day of February, A.D. 2007 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Debra Whitcraft on the 16th day of February, 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 deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administratrix on or before the 6th day of October, A.D. 2007 or abide by the law in this behalf. Administratrix: Debra Whitcraft

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a First Pluries writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, March 20, 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, situate, lying and being in Indian River Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, known and designated as Lot 4, Street Tract, on the East side of Route 24, more particularly described as follows: See LEGALS—page 37

5 th Annual Spring Consignment Sale Tractors, Trucks, Farm Machinery

April 7, 2007 Laurel Auction Market At Corners of Route 13 & 9 For Consignment Information Contact: Lee Collins, Auctioneer 302-236-0344 or 302-846-3936

4 Upcoming Personal Property Auctions by Marshall Auctions • www.marshallauctions.com Large Public Multi-Estate Auction Selling from the Estate of Mildred Hoover of Salisbury as well as Several Living Estates including: Katerine Evans of Greenwood, DE, Karen Todd of Cambridge, Mae Mealy of Berlin, and Peggy Mariner of Willards, MD.

Friday Night, March 9th, 2007 at 5:00 PM Held at the Marshall Auction Facility at 8000 Esham Rd., Parsonsburg, MD

Personal Property Preview: 2 hours prior to the Auction. Directions: At the intersection of Rt. 50 & Forest Grove Rd., in Parsonsburg, turn North onto Forest Grove Rd. and follow for 0.5 miles to Old Ocean City Rd. Right onto Old O. C. Rd. and follow for 1.2 miles to Esham Rd. Left onto Esham Rd. and follow for 1.2 miles to burgundy/tan building on left. Signs Posted. Glass/China/Collectables (5pm): Gilbert banjo clock, Seth Thomas mantle clock, Tom’s Peanut jar w/ lid, elephant biscuit jar, Royal Hager cornucopia, Roseville wall pocket, yellow ware mixing bowls, 2 bakelite lamps, marble base cranberry lamp w/ globe, etched cranberry lamp, Hall and Sadler teapots, Nice selection of local advertising including- Berlin Milling Co thermometer, 1954 County Trust telephone directory, 1955 and 57’ Wi-Hi year books, 1932 University of Maryland yearbook, Purina sanitary handbook, local books, large selection of advertising pencils and pens, Dietz lantern, pr vanity lamps, Fostoria, sunflower pedestal, oil lamp, small humidor, Lionel Wabash A+B unit 2367 diesel, other Lionel train cars, early railroad locks, Custom 30” tall hobby horse, 1901 Pan American Exposition advertisement, American Manufacturing Co thermometer, nice collection of color magic lantern slides, glass negatives, slag glass shade, uncle Sam’s three register bank, framed transportation stamp collection, nice selection of Charlie Brown and snoopy peanuts collectables including: Ertl die cast peanuts bus, Jeff Gordon peanuts die cast and more, Jos H. Carter wholesale fish box, Seth Thomas metronome, Currier & Ives fashion scenes, McCoy Vases, poppy trail china, Ducks Unlimited plates, doll books, sm collection of lead figures, miniature blue willow tea set, Marilyn Monroe nude scene, dove tailed document box, misc bottles, Beam’s model “A” decanter, Wilken’s farm dairy milk crates, coin and stamp books, die cast and model cars, very large collection of baseball cards, sports memorabilia, starting lineup figurines, beer advertising signs, and more!! Furniture (Approx. 7:30pm): 9pc Mahogany dinning room suite, 5pc Greenwash Bedroom suite, Basset oversized chair, mahogany drop-leaf end table w/ inlay, Pennsylvania House dresser w/ mirror, Lane carved cedar chest w/ inlay, Pennsylvania House Bed, Wurlitzer piano, Riverside Furniture display coffee table, Riverside furniture end table, Colony House loveseat, leather wingback recliner, Amish twig art rocker, Henry Link wicker porch sofa, Henry Link wicker chair and ottoman, mahogany tri-fed pie crust table, beautiful antique flame grain desk, mahogany executive desks, pr carved back needlepoint chairs, Victorian style marble top coffee table, pr oak end tables, gold leaf frame mirror, 2 small black lacquer smoking stands, needle point foot stool, 3 tier ball in claw table, round oak table, oak mirrored back sideboard, oak rocker, library table, 4 oak “T”back chairs, 2 ship trunks, pr Eastlake side chairs, marble base floor lamp, pr gilt sconces, 2 Hitchcock style chairs, shell floor lamp, pr dockside Annapolis prints, pr of Williamsburg prints, pr of wagon wheel twin beds, child’s commode, maple high chair, mahogany crib, white cradle, blue upholstered sleeper sofa, treadmill, sunbeam porch rocker, and more!! Guns: Remington Model 650-1 .22 cal long, Mossberg Model 124k .22 short. Box lots will be sold last: 9000xt Wheelchair, paper shredder, Starting line-up collectables, Baseball cards, Milk glass vases, misc amber glass, lesser china, flatware, flower planters, cups and saucers, and still unpacking!! Terms Personal Property: Cash Or Approved Check Day of sale. Visa/MC/Amex/Discover. 8% Buyer Premium. 3% Discount for cash or check. Everything Sold “As Is” with no warranties of any kind. Auction conducted inside & outside or 9,000 Sq. Ft. facility. Two Auctioneers. Some seating provided. Food served by Millie’s.

Large Public Multi-Estate Auction Selling from the Estate of Edna Hall, as well as the living estate of Virginia Hall both of Berlin, and the Living Estate of Gary Crowell of Salisbury

Friday Night, March 23rd, 2007 at 5:00 PM Held at the Marshall Auction Facility at 8000 Esham Rd., Parsonsburg, MD Personal Property Preview: 2 hours prior to the Auction. Directions: At the intersection of Rt. 50 & Forest Grove Rd., in Parsonsburg, turn North onto Forest Grove Rd. and follow for 0.5 miles to Old Ocean City Rd. Right onto Old O. C. Rd. and follow for 1.2 miles to Esham Rd. Left onto Esham Rd. and follow for 1.2 miles to burgundy/tan building on left. Signs Posted. Glass/China/Collectables (5pm): Blue and grey stoneware crocks, yellow ware bowls, wooden 3 gal butter churn, oyster crock, eel pot, 10pcs Guardian ware, ships ash tray, old wooden wheel, 3 barrels (1 stamped Baltimore), 2 Stuart Ross 1904 oil on canvases, Cambridge glass, Roseville, sterling salt and peppers, milk glass hobnail epergne, butter pat, Norman Rockwell, marble column banquet lamp, 2 Aladdin vanity lamps, Lefton, McCoy, Hull, Noritake, 7pc etched cranberry juice set, art glass vase, Scottie dog door stop, kerosene bottle, several quilts, 2 antique wooden golf clubs, Okies Inc Georgetown, DE rain gain, J. Preston Southern States advertising mirror, nice selection of splint baskets, iron lightning rods, coo-coo clock, early Winchester ammo box, clam rake, several brass push-up candlesticks, flow blue, crystal glasses, crystal ice bucket, carnival glass, and much more!! Furniture (Approx. 7:30pm): 7pc Mahogany dinning room suite, oriental grandfather clock, mahogany hall tree, one drawer over two door burl front jelly cupboard, oak bonnet chest, oak 4 drawer dresser w/ mirror, several oak washstands, antique oak roll top desk, Mahogany dinning table and six chairs, large crystal chandelier, 2 small crystal chandeliers, Burl mirror w/ spiral carved columns, leather furniture to include-queen sleeper sofa, love seat, chair and ottoman, and recliner- pie safe, old chimney cupboard, bucket bench, mission style oak desk, oak library table, sm oak sofa table, oak 2 tier turned leg lamp table, 2 drawer walnut dresser, very highly carved humidor, nice selection of contemporary glass top tables, double brass bed, marble top coffee table, Ficks reed furniture including 4 bar stools, dinning table, 6 side chairs, 2 arm chairs, round glass top table and four chairs- 3 bentwood bar stools, Pr. Queen Anne style end tables, 3 oak bentwood chairs, sessions mantle clock, and more!! Appliances and Electronics (to be sold w/ furniture): LG HD Flat Screen TV, Samsung DVD recorder, 2 Sony camcorders, Panasonic TV/VCR combo, 2 Oreck XL vacuum cleaners, stacking washer and dryer unit, G&E side by side refrigerator w/ ice maker, 22” Murray push mower, and more! Box lots will be sold last Milk glass vases, misc. amber glass, lesser china, flatware, flower planters, cups/saucers, still unpacking!! Terms Personal Property: Cash Or Approved Check Day of sale. Visa/MC/Amex/Discover. 8% Buyer Premium. 3% Discount for cash or check. Everything Sold “As Is” with no warranties of any kind. Auction conducted inside & outside or 9,000 Sq. Ft. facility. Two Auctioneers. Some seating provided. Food served by Millie’s .

PUBLIC FIREARM, AMMO, HUNTING SUPPLY AUCTION Marshall Auctions is proud to help liquidate merchandise from Dave’s Sport Shop of Quantico.

We are accepting quality consignments for this auction. Friday Night, April 6th, 2007 at 5:00 PM Held at the Marshall Auction Facility at 8000 Esham Rd., Parsonsburg, MD

OUTSTANDING MULTI-ESTATE AUCTION WE ARE ACCEPTING HIGH QUALITY CONSIGNEMENTS FOR THIS SALE!!

Friday Night, April 13th, 2007 at 5:00 PM Held at the Marshall Auction Facility at 8000 Esham Rd., Parsonsburg, MD

Mid- Atlantic Cherry Chippendale Period Secretary, George III Mahogany Pembroke Pedestal Table, Period George III Inlaid Mahogany Side Cabinet, Period George III Mahogany Tall Chest, Gorham Silver Baltimore & Eastern Railroad Division Loving Cup, American Federal Style Eight Day Banjo Clock, and more to Come!! View Our Website for Additional Information, Descriptions, Terms, Directions & Pictures!

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MORNING STAR LEGALS - from Page 36 BEGINNING at a point in the easterly right of way line of Delaware Route 24 which point is North 12 degrees East a distance of Seven Hundred Sixty Seven feet (767”) from the intersection of Delaware Route 24 and County Road 298; thence by and with the common boundary line between lots 4 and 5 South 67 degrees 02 minutes 20 seconds East a distance of 203.72 feet to a point; thence North 12 degrees East a distance of One Hundred Twenty Five feet (125') to a point; thence by and with the common boundary line between Lots 3 and 4 North 67 degrees 02 minutes 20 seconds West a distance of 203.72 feet to a point in the aforesaid right of way line of Route 24; thence by and with the right of way line of Route 24 South 12 degrees West a distance of One Hundred Twenty Five feet (125') home to the place of beginning, containing 25,000 square feet of land, as will more fully and clearly appear upon reference to a plot prepared by Atlantic Engineers, Inc. on July 14, 1971. SUBJECT TO ALL covenants, restrictions, reservations, easements, conditions and right appearing of record; and SUBJECT to any state of facts an accurate survey would show. Tax Parcel: 5-32-20.1433.00 Property Address: 4 North Memorial Drive, Delmar Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid dri-

ver'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 April 2, 2007. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on April 6, 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 WALTER R. HUDSON and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 3/8/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of an Alias writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, March 20, 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 piece or parcel of land lying and being situate in the Town of Bridgeville, Sussex County, Delaware, on the South side of Market Street, and more fully described as follows, to wit: Fronting 70 feet on Market Street, being a corner lot, and running back along William Street a distance of 170 feet to Union Alley; thence westerly along Union Alley 70 feet to lands now or formerly of Charles H. Brown; thence northerly and with said Brown lands back to Market Street, the place of beginning, containing 11,900 square feet of land, more or less with all improvements thereon. Tax Parcel: 1-31-10.1638.00 Property Address: Not Available Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver's license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before April 2, 2007. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on April 6, 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 KEITH KINNIKIN KIRBY and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 3/8/2tc

✳ MARCH 8 - 14, 2007 SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, March 20, 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 and parcel of land situate, lying and being in Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, and being more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at an iron bar found located on and Easement, said bar being a corner for this lot and Lincoln Heights Subdivision; thence running along said Easement, North 08 degrees 47 minutes 57 seconds East 113.04 feet to a rebar found, said rebar being a comer for this lot and Lands of Country Meadows Housing, LP.; thence turning and running along the line of Lands of Country Meadows Housing, LP the following three courses and distances: 1) South 79 degrees 06 minutes 54 seconds East 128.46 feet to an iron pipe found, then 2) running with a 10' dirt drive, North 07 degrees 21 minutes 13 seconds East 25.00 feet to a rebar found, then 3) South 80 degrees 54 minutes 47 seconds East 101.07 feet to a rebar found, said rebar being a corner for this lot located along the line of lands of Ellis E. Hammon; thence turning and running along the line of lands of Hammond, South 08 degrees 01 minutes 45 seconds West 135.11 feet to a rebar found, said rebar being a corner for this lot and Lot 3 of Lincoln Heights Subdivision; thence turning and running along the lines of Lots 3, 2 & 1 of Lincoln Heights Subdivision, North 80 degrees 38 minutes 33 seconds West 230.64 feet to an iron bar found, said rebar being the point and place of BEGINNING. SAID TO CONTAIN 27,966 square feet of land, more or less, with all the improvements located thereon, as surveyed by Lawrence R. Long, Registered Surveyor, dated July 7, 2004. Tax Parcel: 5-32-20.115.01 Property Address: 405 North 5th Street, Delmar Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sus-

PAGE 37 sex 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 April 2, 2007. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on April 6, 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 CHAD T. VICKERS and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 3/8/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, March 20, 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 and parcel of land situate, lying and being in Seaford Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, being more particularly described as follows, to-wit: BEGINNING at a PK nail found on the west side of the old road from Seaford to Bridgeville, and the north side of Road No. 544; thence by and with the said Road No. 544, North 63 deg. 35 min. 00 sec. West 218.89 feet to a concrete monument found; a corner for this lot and lands now or formerly of Lawrence G. Meyers; thence turning and running North 27 deg. 18 min. 00 sec. East 89.93 feet

to a bolt in retaining wall at the edge of Hearns Pond; thence turning and running along said retaining wall with Hearns Pond North 65 deg. 58 min. 00 sec. East 58.35 feet to an iron stob; thence turning and running South 38 deg. 02 min. 00 sec. East 48.75 to an iron pipe; thence turning and running South 79 deg. 28 min. 00 sec. East 82.20 feet to an existing pipe on the west side of the old road from Seaford to Bridgeville; thence turning and running by and with said road from Seaford to Bridgeville and the curve thereon, a chord bearing of South 03 deg. 37 min. 00 sec. West 147.90 feet, an arc distance of 148.30 feet, home to the place of beginning and said to contain 0.55 acres of land, be the same more or less, with all improvements thereon, as surveyed by Thomas A. Temple, Jr., Registered Surveyors, dated 10/24/00. BEING the same land and premises that Mary Ann Lasher and Russell V. Leager, by deed dated March 27, 2006 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 3294, Page 17, did grant and convey unto Russell V. Leager, in fee. Tax Parcel: 3-31-3.0087.00 Property Address: 8595 Hearns Pond Road, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver's license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before April 2, 2007. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on April 6, 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 reSee LEGALS—page 38


PAGE 38 LEGALS - from Page 37 funded 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 RUSSELL V. LEAGER and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 4/8/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, March 20, 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 in Little Creek Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, as more fully appears on a survey entitled Lands to be conveyed to John H. Reynolds, prepared by Miller-Lewis, Inc., of record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Plot Record 40, Page 188, and being more particularly bounded and described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a concrete monument located on the northerly side of Sussex County Road 462 (50' right of way); thence turning and running by and with a 50' wide private road N 50 deg. 43 min. 22 sec. E, 324.20' to a pipe and lands now or formerly of Calvin V. Sr., and Katherine Keller; thence with the line of lands of said Keller, S 50 deg. 42 min. 49 sec. E, 100' to a pipe; thence turning and running survey reversed, S 42 deg 18 min. 47 sec. W, 354.34' to a concrete monument on the northerly side of said Road 462; thence turning and running with the northerly side of said Road 462, on a curve having a radius of 287.64' a delta of 30 deg. 13 min. 23 sec.; and arc distance of 151.73' on a chord bearing N 36 deg. 47 min. 39 sec. W, a distance of 149.98' to the point and place of BEGINNING. BEING the same land and premises that the Administration of Veteran Affairs, by deed March 6, 2001 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex

MORNING STAR County, State of Delaware in Deed Book 2574 Page 101, did grant and convey unto Teresa K. Davis and Allen W. Davis, in fee. Tax Parcel: 3-32-4.0014.07 Property Address: 12749 Trussum Pond 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 April 2, 2007. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on April 6, 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 TERESA K. AND ALLEN W. DAVIS and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 3/8/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a Third Pluries writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, March 20, 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 piece, parcel and tract of land being known as Lot No 14, “Virginia Commons” (Plot Book 70, Page 173), situate

in the City of Seaford, Seaford Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware, being more particularly described as follows, to-wit: BEGINNING at a pipe found on the Southerly right-of-way line of Robinson Circle (50 foot right-ofway) said point also being a common corner for Lot No. 13; thence with said rightof-way line and a curve to the left having a radius of 75.00 feet, the central angle being 29 degrees 47 minutes 05 seconds, the arc distance being 38.99 feet, the chord bearing South 81 degrees 13 minutes 28 seconds East a distance of 38.55 feet to a pipe found at a common corner of Lot No. 15; thence turning and leaving said right-of-way line and with said Lot No. 15 South 06 degrees 07 minutes 14 seconds East a distance of 158.14 feet to a concrete monument found in the line of lands now or formerly of David R. LaPrad, Jr.; thence turning and with said LaPrad, Jr. lands North 51 degrees 10 minutes 11 seconds West a distance of 96.79 feet to a pipe found in the line of said LaPrad, Jr. lands and a common corner for Lot No. 13; thence turning and with said Lot No. 13 North 11 degrees 17 minutes 06 seconds East a distance of 104.45 feet home to the point and place of beginning said to contain 7,363 square feet of land, be the same more or less, as shown on a survey prepared by Temple-Sellers, Inc. dated May 10, 2004. SUBJECT to the Restrictions filed for record in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, at Georgetown, Delaware, in Deed Book 1981, Page 288. BEING the same lands and premises which Mary O. Hatcher, be Deed dated May 25, 2004, and recorded in the Office of the Recording of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Delaware, in Deed Book 2983, Page 329, did grant and convey unto Derek M. Sheets and Monica N. Sheets, in fee. Tax Parcel: 3-31-5.1547.00 Property Address: 28 Robinson Circle, 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

✳ MARCH 8 - 14, 2007 credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before April 2, 2007. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on April 6, 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 DEREK M. AND MONICA N. SHEETS and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 3/8/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of an Alias writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, March 20, 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 piece, parcel and tract of land being situate in Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County and State of Delaware and being and described more particularly as follows, to-wit: BEGINNING at a rebar set on the westerly side of U.S. Route 13-A and being a corner for this Lot and Parcel "B" to be conveyed to Richard M. Lloyd, II; thence with Parcel "B" North 74° -41' -00" West a distance of 431.80 feet to a rebar set; thence with lands of Conrail Railroad North 11 ° -46' -35" West a distance of 193.42 feet to a rebar set; thence with lands of Melvin A. Stanley North 74° -25' -00" East a distance of 418.82 feet to a rebar set; thence with U.S. Route 13A South 15° -37' -20" East a distance of 195.00 feet

home to the point and place of beginning said to contain 1.8942 acres of land be the same more or less. As shown on a plat by TempleSellers, Inc. dated Aug. 25, 2004. BEING the same land and premises that Richard M. Lloyd and Sandra K. Lloyd, by deed dated September 14, 2004 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware in Deed Book 3047 Page 111 did grant and convey unto Larry S. Winston, in fee. Tax Parcel: 1-32-6.00190.00 Property Address: 26446 Seaford Road, Seaford Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver's license or photo I.D. are required to register. TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash, Certified Check or Cashier's Check, is required. The balance is to be paid on or before April 2, 2007. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on April 6, 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 LARRY S. WINSTON and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 3/8/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, March 20, 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, or parcel of land situate in Northwest Fork Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, more particularly described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING in the center of old road at the corner of lands formerly of Harry W. Johnson, now of James Palmer, stone on East side of road, North 39 3/4° East, 16 perches, thence North 32 1/2° West about 35 perches to a post in the edge of a field, now a road, thence South 49 1/2° West, 16 perches to the center of old road; thence South 33° East, 40 perches to the place of beginning, be the contents thereof what they may. BEING the same land and premises that Paul E. Moore, by deed dated December 30, 1999 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 2458, Page 249, did grant and convey unto Kermit Moore and Betty Moore, in fee. Tax Parcel: 1-31-5.0032.00 Property Address: 16373 Polk 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 April 2, 2007. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on April 6, 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 See LEGALS—page 39


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United Way of Delaware exceeds campaign goal raising $22 million United Way of Delaware's 2006 Campaign Co-Chairs John and Cathy Burris announced that the campaign has raised more than $22 million, exceeding its goal of $21.5 million. The annual fundraising campaign helps fund the programs of more than 110 agencies that address Delaware's health and human service needs throughout the year. The Burrises applauded United Way of Delaware volunteers, loaned executives, staff, and donors for their efforts to spread the organization's year-round support message. "The success of the 2006 Campaign is a testament to the generous support we receive from every sector of the public in all three counties — from labor, business, education, government, nonprofits, professionals, and individual donors," said Drew Langloh, United Way of Delaware's president and chief profesLEGALS - from Page 38 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 KERMIT AND BETTY MOORE and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 3/8/2tc

SHERIFF SALE By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, March 20, 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 and parcel of land situate, lying and being in Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware, located on the Southwesterly side of Route 447, and being known and designated as LOT NO. 20, upon and revised plat of lots entitled "Lands of Oscar W. & Betty M. Gurdy", prepared by McCann, Inc., Registered Land Surveyors, dated April 1988, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, Georgetown, Delaware, In Plot Book 39, at Page 305, and as further revised in December l988, as recorded in Plot Book 41 at Page 88; and being more particularly

sional officer. "There are so many people in our state that need our help, and the efforts of our donors and volunteers will make a real impact on the lives of those who need help most," Langloh added. United Way's annual campaign is supported by thousands of individuals, including employee donors at more than 900 Delaware workplaces. Thanks to their generosity, donations to the 2006 Campaign will be used to sustain agency programs addressing issues such as infant mortality, child abuse and neglect, mental illness, substance abuse, and homelessness. Connie Bond-Stuart, president and CEO of PNC Bank and United Way board member, will serve as chair of the 2007 Campaign. For more information, call 302-573-3700 or visit www.uwde.org.

described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a pipe found on the Westerly rightof-way of Route 446 (50 foot right-of-way), said pipe being 1,119 feet more or less to Road 447; thence by and with aforesaid right-ofway South 43 degrees 07 minutes 23 seconds West 150.00 feet to a pipe found: thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this lot and lands now or formerly of Dave Cretty North 46 degrees 52 minutes 37 seconds West 300.00 feet to a pipe found; thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this lot and lands now or formerly of Oscar Gordy North 43 degrees 07 minutes 23 seconds East 150.00 feet to a pipe found: thence turning and running by and with a common boundary line for this lot and Lot No. 19 South 46 degrees 52 minutes 37 seconds East 300.00 feet home to the place of beginning said to contain 1.00 acre more or less with Improvements thereon as shown on a survey prepared by Gene R. Littleton & Associates dated March 1997. Being the same lands and premises which Douglas W. Kelly and Josephine E. Kelly did grant and convey unto Stephen D. Finkbiner and Candice R. Finkbiner by deed dated July 31. 2002 and recorded on August 5, 2002 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, in Deed Book 2736 at Page 49. Tax Parcel: 2-32-12.0057.01 Property Address: 30143 Discount Land Road, Lau-

rel 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 April 2, 2007. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on April 6, 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 CANDICE R. FINKBINER and will be sold by Eric D. Swanson, Sheriff 3/8/2tc

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Sussex County Council accepts favorable 2006 financial report Sussex County’s finances, once again, are in tiptop shape, a new audit report shows. Sussex County Council accepted the Audited Financial Statements for Fiscal 2006 from the accounting firm of Jefferson, Urian, Doane & Sterner, P.A., Certified Public Accountants. The auditors released an unqualified report noting that the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the respective financial position of Sussex County, Del., as of June 30, 2006. During Fiscal Year 2006, Sussex County’s general fund experienced an excess of revenues over expenditures and other financing sources and uses of $10.9 million. This is the 16th consecutive year the County’s general fund has had a positive financial result. The undesignated fund balance represents a reasonable level of 23% of the budgeted general fund expenditures for FY 2007. David B. Baker, Sussex County administrator and previous County finance director, stated he is pleased with the report. “Additional revenue allowed the County to move forward,” Baker said. “During the last year, three new sewer districts went online, construction began on a new Emergency Operations Center and additional grants were made to the local volunteer fire companies.” “But we must proceed with caution in the year to come,” Mr. Baker added. “The slowdown in the local real estate market requires fiscal caution on our part.” Council President Dale R. Dukes was pleased with the County’s financial report card for FY 2006. “Once again, we enter the year in the black and this is proof-positive the County is being run efficiently,” Dukes said. Fiscal 2006 Financial Report Highlights Sussex County maintains its AA bond rating by Standard & Poor’s, reflecting consistently strong financial performance and management continuity; Sussex County continues its funding of non-sewer projects on a pay-as you-go basis and avoids issuing debt; Construction of a new Emergency Operations Center began in fiscal 2006; A cumulative total of $4.7 million has been set aside for pensioner post-employment benefits; The County funded 28 additional State

Police in addition to the normal State allotment; An eighth paramedic unit was placed in service, on a part-time basis, to be deployed during peak times and in areas when increased resources are needed due to high demand; A new County Administration building is in the planning stages; A building at the County’s Industrial Park was purchased and leased to PATS, LLC to improve employment opportunities within Sussex County; A number of County sewer projects progressed, including: Sea Country Estates Sewer Project was completed and went online during fiscal 2006. It serves approximately 50 homes; Oak Orchard Sewer Project was completed and went online during fiscal 2006. It serves approximately 890 homes near Indian River Bay; Bayview Estates Sewer Project was completed and went online during fiscal 2006. It will serve approximately 243 properties; South Coastal Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility continued with expansion during fiscal year 2006. This is a $22 million construction project and will expand the capacity by 300 million gallons per day; Sewer and water hook-ups increased 7.6 %, to 54,914 equivalent dwelling units (EDUs). Meantime:$15.4 million in developer infrastructure contributions were received for sewer expansion; and Engineering planning and design work was underway for the Millville, South Ocean View and Miller Creek sewer projects. Susan Webb, county finance director, said, “The County has been able to maintain healthy reserves while at the same time continuing to fund numerous grant programs, increase funding for public safety, and building infrastructure where needed.” The County has received, the past four years, a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, presented by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada. This is the highest award a government can receive for financial reporting. The complete report is available at www.sussexcountyde.gov.

Every abused/neglected child needs a Court Appointed Special Advocate to speak up for them in Family Court. Too many children are still waiting. You can help. Become a CASA Volunteer. Call Today. 302-855-7410, 7411 or 7415 Sussex Co. 302-672-1037 Kent Co. Apply by April 3, 2007 Training: April 17, 19, 23, 25, 27 CASA is a program of the Family Court of the State of Delaware


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With hard work, patience, women climb to top of the cooking world I read with interest in last week’s food section of the New York Times that French chef Anne-Sophie Pic has received a very coveted 3-star rating from the Michelin guide. Pic is one of only four women to be awarded this honor since the famous guide book began dispensing its golden prizes in 1931 and she is the only current woman to be so blessed — evidence of how difficult it is for a woman to achieve recognition in this male-dominated profession. It was a pleasant surprise, therefore, to find in the same edition Julia Moskin’s article about another successful female cook. Many may debate whether she’s a chef or a “convenience cook,” but there’s no doubt that Paula Deen’s sobriquet, “The Queen of Southern Cooking”, was as difficult to earn as 3 Michelin stars. A mother at 19 and an orphan at 23, Deen developed the crippling depression and severe agoraphobia that kept her housebound for 20 years. The times when she was able to find the courage to go to the grocery store, she was unable to venture too far inside and had to be content to prepare meals with only the ingredients she could find close to the door. Cooking for her family and mastering the Southern classics handed down from her grandmother proved to be therapeutic. The story of how she started a small business with $200 and sold box lunches door to door in downtown Savannah is, by now, well known and when QVC sold 70,000 copies of her first cookbook in one day, there was no looking back. Today, her empire includes restaurants, cooking shows, a magazine and a line of mixes and seasonings. Both Ms. Deen and Anne-Sophie Pic are proof that women are hard working and talented, but most of all tenacious and abundantly patient. Here are three of Paula Deen’s box lunch favorites. Spicy-Sweet Ham Salad Makes about 2 cups About 8 ounces cooked cured ham (leftovers from a whole ham are fine), fat trimmed off 1 cup minced celery 1/4 cup minced sweet onion, such as Vidalia 1 teaspoon yellow mustard, more to taste 2 hard–cooked eggs, finely chopped 1/4 cup drained hot pickle relish or finely chopped hot pickles 1/2 cup mayonnaise, or more to taste

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Laurel Star Sports Laurel Spring Schedules 3/22 3/26 3/27 3/30 4/2 4/4 4/6 4/13 4/14 4/17 4/19 4/24 4/27 4/28 5/1 5/2 5/4 5/8 5/11

Barry Bratten- Delmar 1st team All-Conference

Darren Collins- Delmar 1st team All-Conference

3/22 3/27 3/30 4/2 4/4 4/10 4/14 4/17 4/19 4/20 4/24 4/26 4/27 5/1 5/2 5/5 5/5 5/7 5/8 5/11 3/27 3/29 3/30 4/3 4/5

Tomorrow Briddell- Laurel 1st team All-Conference

Trent Passwaters- Laurel 2nd team All-Conference

VARSITY BASEBALL at Lake Forest 3:45 home vs. St. Thomas More 3:45 at Milford 3:45 home vs. Sussex Tech 3:45 at Caesar Rodney 4:15 at Seaford 4:15 at Washington 10:00 at St. Thomas More 4:15 at Caravel Academy 1:00 home vs. Cape Henlopen 4:15 at Indian River 4:15 home vs. Sussex Central 4:15 home vs. Smyrna 4:15 at Hodgson 11:00 home vs. Polytech 4:15 home vs. Woodbridge 4:15 home vs. Washington 4:00 at Dover 4:15 home vs. Delmar 4:15 VARSITY SOFTBALL at Lake Forest 3:45 at Milford 3:45 home vs. Sussex Tech 3:45 at Caesar Rodney 4:15 at Seaford 4:15 home vs. Holly Grove 4:00 at Nandua 12:00 home vs. Cape Henlopen 4:15 at Indian River 4:15 home vs. Red Lion Christian 4:00 home vs. Sussex Central 4:15 at Padua 4:15 home vs. Smyrna 4:15 home vs. Polytech 4:15 home vs. Woodbridge 4:15 home vs. Parkside 10:00 at Caravel 7:00 at St. Michaels 3:30 at Dover 4:15 home vs. Delmar 4:15 VARSITY GIRLS SOCCER at Woodbridge 6:00 home vs. Cape Henlopen 4:00 home vs. Del. Christian 4:00 home vs. Caesar Rodney 4:00 home vs. Dover 4:00

4/12 4/16 4/17 4/19 4/24 4/26 5/1 5/3 5/8 5/10 5/11

at Smyrna 4:00 home vs. Campus Comm. 4:00 home vs. Milford 4:00 at Lake Forest 7:00 at Sussex Tech 5:30 at Polytech 6:00 home vs. Sussex Central 4:00 home vs. Smyrna 4:00 at Delmar TBD at Indian River 7:00 at Seaford 6:00 VARSITY GOLF 3/22 home vs. Seaford 3:30 3/27 at Smyrna 3:30 3/29 home vs. Sussex Central 3:30 4/3 home vs. Sussex Tech 3:30 4/5 at Sussex Tech 3:30 4/17 home vs. Polytech 3:30 4/19 at Cape Henlopen 3:30 4/24 at Caesar Rodney 3:30 4/26 at Delmar 3:30 5/1 home vs. Dover 3:30 5/3 at Indian River 3:30 5/8 home vs. Lake Forest 3:30 5/16 at Milford 3:30 5/18 HAC North vs. South 5/23 Conference Championships at King’s Creek 0 VARSITY TRACK AND FIELD 3/22 at Polytech w/ Del. Christian 3:30 3/27 at Sussex Tech w/Del. Christian 3:30 4/3 at Dover 3:30 4/17 at Milford w/SC 3:30 4/24 at CR w/Cape 3:30 5/1 at Woodbridge w/Lake 3:30 5/7 at Seaford w/Smyrna 3:30 5/11-12 HAC championships at Lake

laurelstar.com Laurel Pop Warner ‘07 signups to take place on March 24 Sign-ups for the 2007 season of Laurel Pop Warner football and cheerleading will take place on Saturday, March 24 at the Laurel Little League Park. Sign-ups will be from 9–11 a.m. The cost is $65 for one child if paid by credit card, or $60 if paid by cash or check. Each additional child will be $10.

Laurel Star sports section has a new e-mail address Got sports? Send your sports scores, photos, and press releases to the Star’s new sports e-mail address: sports@mspublications.com. You can also still fax information to 302-6299243. Call sports editor Mike McClure at 302-629-9788 with any questions.

Katie McMahon- Delmar 2nd team All-Conference

Twyla Hill- Laurel High 2nd team All-Conference

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Laurel Stars of the Season

Male Athlete of the SeasonKory Belle- Sussex Tech

Male Athlete of the SeasonDarren Collins- Delmar

Sussex Tech junior Kory Belle was named Star of the Week twice and received honorable mention seven times for his play during the 2006-07 season. Belle, who was seventh in the conference in scoring with 19.2 points per game, was named first team all-conference and first team All-Henlopen North.

Delmar senior Darren Collins went unbeaten in the 275 pound weight class entering the state tournament. Collins, who placed first in the conference tourney, fell in the state finals and placed second. Collins was named Star of the Week twice and was an honorable mention selection seven times.

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Male Athlete of the SeasonBarry Bratten- Delmar Wildcat senior Barry Bratten was a Star of the Week once and received honorable mention nine times. Bratten was sixth in the Henlopen Conference with an average of 19.4 points per game. Barry was selected first team all-conference and first team All-Henlopen South.

Female Athlete of the SeasonTomorrow Briddell- Laurel Laurel freshman Tomorrow Briddell, like the young Bulldog team, made her mark during the 2006-07 season. Briddell, a first team All-Henlopen South selection, averaged 12.3 points per game. Briddell was named Star of the Week twice and received honorable mention 10 times.

Honorable mention- Twyla Hill- Laurel; Shannon Wilson- Delmar; Brittany Griffin- Sussex Tech; Keneisha Wilson- Laurel; Katie McMahon- Delmar; Sharay SmithLaurel; Justin Thomas- Delmar; Josh Kosiorowski- Laurel; Antwon Trimball- Laurel; Trent Passwaters- Laurel; Jacob Mitchell- Sussex Tech

Check out the Seaford and Laurel Stars of the Week every week in the Seaford and Laurel Star newpapers.

MAG’s Cole Gullett, left, and Daye’s Home Improvement’s Shaylan Hunt look for the rebound during last weekend’s Laurel Youth Sports basketball game. Photo by Mike McClure

Daye’s Home Improvement’s Brandon Spicer looks for the ball during his team’s game against MAG Construction last Saturday. Photo by Mike McClure

Laurel Youth Sports basketball results for the week of Feb. 26

Skate Jam, Dodge ball tourney to raise funds for Laurel Skatepark

Fifth and sixth grade boys- Back Yard 51, Matthews Concrete 40- Keondre Smith scored six points and Caine Collins added two points for Back Yard. Garrett Whaley had two points for Matthews. MAG Construction 38, Daye’s Home Improvement 37- Beau Warrington scored 16 points and Brandon Scott added five points for MAG. Chris Lewis netted two points for Daye’s. AYN 37, Johnny Janosik’s 36- Jhaílir Henry tallied seven points and Joshua Wilkins scored two points to seal the win for AYN. Corey Hyland had 10 points for Johnny’s. Girls- O’Neal’s 20, Dutch Inn 8- Breada Boyce had seven points and Cierra Lewis scored six points for O’Neal’s. Taylor Miller netted five points for Dutch Inn. Price Automotive 24, Seaford 15- Macy Hall scored four points and Tyresha Taylor added two points for Price.

The following activities will take place to raise money for the proposed Laurel Skatepark: March 12- A meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at St. Phillips Church about the upcoming fundraisers. Volunteers are needed for the events. March 24- A Skate Jam will take place at the Laurel Boys and Girls Club from noon - 4 p.m. The skateboard competition is sponsored by the Kinetics Skate Shop. The cost is $10 to compete and $3 for spectators. Prizes will be awarded and refreshments will be available. April 21- A dodge ball tournament will be held from noon to 5 p.m. at Laurel High School. The event is sponsored by the Laurel Lions Club. A team consists of six to 10 people and can be a business, organization, or group of people. The cost is $50 per team and prizes will be awarded. Contact Dawn Wilson at 302-236-9968 for more information.


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Delmar Spring Schedules

Delmar Sports Scene By Tommy Young This is the time of the year when the local middle and high school athletes have packed away their winter gear and cannot wait to get outside and begin to get into shape for their spring activities. This means a lot of running and what other exercises the coaches have dreamed up for you so that you will be able to answer the bell for the usual scrimmages that occur before opening day. Much to the surprise of everyone, the first few days of March came in like the “proverbial lamb,” and I am sure all the athletes and coaches took full advantage of it because you know it will not last if you have lived on the Eastern Shore very long. Having given you a weather report, I think I will stray from the usual information regarding this year’s team prospects according to their returning varsity players from last year’s team, new prospects, coaching changes, etc., and discuss what it takes to make these teams not only enjoy their season but also, hopefully make them a successful one. First and most important is to have a good turnout of pretty good athletes and then be fortunate enough to have a group of coaches who have a working knowledge of the sport they are coaching and have had some experience with working with young people. Then comes the Athletic Director (AD), a person with not only managerial skills but also a lot of patience and some kind of system for rescheduling games because you know many games in March and April will be rained out or postponed because of foul weather. If you are bored or I have insulted your intelligence with the above information, blame it on AD/Coach Dave Hearn, as I was in his office last week to discuss school, sports and things in general. But between the phone ringing and people coming by asking him questions, I didn’t find out too much, only that high school ADs don’t make enough money, and I don’t even know how much he makes. To give you an example of what he was doing when I walked in, it was finally getting a school to play Delmar in football next fall to fill out our 10 game schedule. And you know who it was? A consolidated school in Cape May, N.J., and to get there we will have to ride the ferry and pay for a

busload of kids. This type of thing has been going on ever since Delmar started winning state championships on a regular basis since 2000. The DIAA schedules the six games Delmar has to play in the Henlopen Conference, and it is up to Coach Hearn to find the other four teams to fill up his schedule and one open date. He begins this task right after football season is over and sometimes sooner. Here are the teams we have had to play extra: 2001-Chopticon, Victor Cullen, James M. Bennett (34-0), Forestville, Hodgson, Middletown; 2002- the same plus Howard; 2003-Annapolis, St. Elizabeth, Butler, NJ, Anacostis, DC; 2004-Bohemia Manor, St. Elizabeth, Dover, Milford; 2005-Bohemia Manor, St. Elizabeth, Dover, Milford; 2006-Bohemia Manor, Dover, St. Elizabeth, Cambridge; 2007-St. Elizabeth, Cape Henlopen, Archmere, Cape May. Still no Bayside Conference teams including the three in Salisbury or Virginia are scheduled. ASSISTS AND ERRORS- The Eastern Shore lost its second great high school football coach in the last month as Robert (Bobby) Dowd passed away last week (February 27). He worked for the Seaford School District for 38 years as a football coach, school teacher, principal, and administrator. He was also a member of the Coaches and Football Officials Association, which used to meet every Tuesday night at the American Legion home in Laurel. Harold Keller was the football commissioner for Kent and Sussex counties and handed out the officials’ assignments for the Friday night games. This was done during the regular meeting when the previous Friday night games were brought up, and if there were any problems, they were discussed and straightened out that night. Although I worked many of his games, it was at these meetings I really got to know him, and I soon realized he was not only a good football coach but he also was one of the finest gentlemen in the room. In fact, he reminded me of Fillmore Clifton who coached at Bridgeville forever and was one of my best friends. He was both quiet but very interesting, and I never heard him put anyone down. He was simply a nice guy and a great human being.

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VARSITY BASEBALL at Nandua 4:00 home vs. Cape Henlopen 3:45 at Woodbridge 3:45 home vs. Seaford 3:45 at Milford 4:15 home vs. Caesar Rodney 4:15 home vs. Washington 4:15 home vs. North Hampton11:00 home vs. North Caroline 4:15 at Sussex Tech 4:15 at Lake Forest 4:15 home vs. St. Thomas More 4:15 at Polytech 4:15 home vs. Dover 4:15 at Indian River 4:15 home vs. Smyrna 4:15 home vs. Wicomico High 4:15 home vs. Sussex Central 4:15 at Laurel 4:15 VARSITY SOFTBALL at Nandua 4:00 home vs. Cape Henlopen 3:45 at Woodbridge 3:45 home vs. Seaford 3:45 at Milford 4:15 home vs. Caesar Rodney 4:15 at Mardela (DH) TBA home vs. North Caroline 4:15 at Sussex Tech 4:15 at Lake Forest 4:15 home vs. Hodgson 4:15 at Polytech 4:15 home vs. Dover 4:15 at Indian River 4:15 home vs. Smyrna 4:15 home vs. Wicomico High 4:15 home vs. Sussex Central 4:15

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at Laurel 4:15 VARSITY GIRLS SOCCER at Cape Henlopen 6:00 at Dover 4:00 at Lake Forest 5:30 at Polytech 4:00 home vs. Smyrna 4:00 at Indian River 4:00 at Woodbridge 6:00 home vs. Caesar Rodney 4:00 home vs. Milford 4:00 at Sussex Tech 4:00 home vs. Sussex Central 4:00 at Seaford 12:00 home vs. Laurel 4:00 home vs. Seaford 4:00 at St. Thomas More 4:00 VARSITY GOLF at Polytech 3:30 home vs. Cape Henlopen 3:30 home vs. Caesar Rodney 3:30 at Dover 3:30 at Indian River 3:30 at Lake Forest 3:30 home vs. Laurel 3:30 home vs. Milford 3:30 at Seaford 3:30 home vs. Smyrna 3:30 home vs. Sussex Central 3:30 at Sussex Tech 3:30 GOING FOR TWOL a u r e l High’s David Albert goes up for a layup during his team’s game against the Laurel Youth Sports basketball l e a g u e ’ s coaches recently.

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Former Seaford head football coach Bob Dowd, left, is shown with team captain David Grosh and assistant coach Francis “Mac” McPherson in 1955.

Seaford sports fans mourn the loss of Coach Bob Dowd By Gene Bleile Blue Jay football fans, friends and family lost a sports legend last week, when former head coach Bob Dowd (1946-1951 and 1953-1960) passed away on February 26 at his Seaford home. Dowd had an overall record of 84-31-11 over 14 seasons. Born in 1919, he was a native of Wilkes-Barre, Pa. and attended Coughlin High School, where he starred in football and baseball. He graduated from Mansfield State Teachers College, where he captained the football team and also excelled in baseball. During World War II, Dowd was a 2nd Lieutenant in the 708th Amphibious Tank Battalion, seeing duty in the Pacific Theater. He participated in seven first wave assaults, including Guam, Saipan, Tinian and Okinawa and earned a Silver Star for bravery during the Saipan campaign. In 1946, he started his teaching and coaching career in Seaford, until the end of the 1951 season, when he was recalled to active duty during the Korean conflict. Upon his return in 1953, he resumed his coaching and teaching duties. Retired State Farm Agent John Leverage of Seaford was the starting quarterback for Dowd upon his return and remembers him as, “a great coach, who was also a great teacher of fundamentals.” “He was all business, a great motivator and was always thinking football,” he said. “He used to have me practice on the stage / gym in the old high school, (now the middle school) and take snaps from our center. When I dropped back to pass, he would call out a number from one to four and I would have to hit a numbered circle drawn in chalk on the wall behind the basketball back board.” “He never forgot his guys,” he stressed. “I visited him recently and we still laugh about counter play 39 fake 21, when I faked a hand off to our running back hitting the line, ran to my right and then pitched out to our halfback, Don Mitchell, who went for about a 40 yard gain, but the play was whistled dead by the referee, who thought the ball went into the line. That was Coach Dowd, progressive, always trying something new.” Following an undefeated season (9-0) in 1955, he was named Delaware “Coach of the Year” and in 1956, was named the coach of the Gold Team in the very first Annual Blue-Gold game at the University of Delaware. Eleven players from Seaford played in that first game. Former Blue Jay halfback, Bob Chaffinch of Seaford, played for Dowd on the 1955 squad also remembers him “as a great motivator.” “He was the greatest, he always taped my ankles before each game and really became like a second father to me. I remember our game against Milford that year. They were ranked as the team to beat, but Coach Dowd gave us a great talk before the game and we knew he wanted this game real bad,” he stressed. “He was coaching against Leroy “Buck” Jones, who took his place during the 1952 season, we had to win.” Chaffinch scored both Seaford touchdowns to beat Milford 13-7. Chaffinch also remembers the night in 1985, when the Seaford High Football field was renamed. “I was honored that night, when Coach Dowd asked me to accompany him onto the field for the ceremony. It was a night I won’t ever forget,” he concluded. Former Blue Jay Head Coach Ron Dickerson (state championship teams in 1981 and 1983) remembers Coach Dowd as the coach who started the winning tradition at Seaford. “He was the one who raised the bar for other coaches to follow,” he stressed. “Coach Dowd set a high standard and I always tried to maintain that standard throughout my career. I coached his sons, Gerry and Frank, and sometimes he would call me after a game and we would talk. He always gave me 100 percent support.” Coach Dowd also introduced track and field to Seaford High School and was the leader and driving force in getting a new gym built onto the old high school (now the middle school). He retired after 39 years of service in the mid-80s and was named to the Delaware Hall of Fame in 1995. He was also an inductee in his college Hall of Fame at Mansfield (Pa.) University. Coach Dowd will always be remembered as “a man who did so much for so many.”

The Lady Roadrunners of Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus, opened their 12th season with a doubleheader sweep of Camden County College on Saturday, March 3. Delaware Tech pounded out 23 runs on 23 hits in defeating the visitors from New Jersey, 12-1 and 11-3. “I thought we came out strong and extremely confident in our first two games,” said head coach Andy Givens, who is in his second year at the helm of the Lady Roadrunners. “We still have some work to do, but I think we’re going to do very well this year. As long as we play as a team, we should have a good season.” Leading the way for the Lady Roadrunners in the opening game of the year were designated hitter Lauren Huber, who was 3-for-3 with a double and three RBI, and right fielder Ashlyn Booth (Laurel), who hit a three-run home run in the fourth inning. Jaimie Brittingham led off the game with a home run on the first pitch of the season. In the second game, Amy Donovan and Crystal Spencer each pounded out a couple of hits en route to the eight-run victory. Givens hopes the offensive explosion exhibited over opening weekend will become a trademark of the 2007 team, which has a total of seven position players returning from last year’s team. The 2006 team finished 26-11. “I think we can compete with anybody in the region offensively,” Givens said. “We have some contact hitters on this team who really know how to hit the ball. This team is as good a hitting team as there is in our region.” Sophomore catcher Ravin Robinson returns to lead the Lady Roadrunners this season. After batting .560 in 2006, the former all-stater from Indian River High School hopes to finish off her career at Delaware Tech with a district championship. Jessica Spencer, Lauren Huber, Jamie Bunting, and Amy Donovan also return to lead the Lady Roadrunners. On the mound, Delaware Tech will rely on returning sophomores Megan Street (Epworth Christian) and Tiffany Grove. Each finished last season with ERA’s under 3.5 and should, once again, provide a potent one-two punch in the circle. The ultimate goal for the Lady Roadrunners this year is a district title, which they have won three times before. “Our first goal is to win our region, but our second goal is definitely to win the district,” Givens said. “I’m not real sure what to expect at the district level, but I do know that we should be able to hit, and play, with some of the best teams. “I think a district championship is a very attainable goal as long as we play as a team and our bats stay hot.” Delaware Tech will be traveling to Boynton Beach, Fla., from March 10-17 to compete in the Papa John’s Palm Beach Challenge. Their next home game is scheduled for March 23 against Cumberland County College.

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

Jacob Mitchell- Sussex Tech 2nd team All-Conference

Jamar Beckett- Sussex Tech 2nd team All-Conference

Henlopen Conference girls’ basketball leading scorers Final regular season stats (19 or more games reported) Name School Games 1. Herbie Rayne Lake Forest 19 2. Tiandra Felix Woodbridge 21 3. Sherona Kerr Dover 21 4. Kellie Whaley Sussex Central 20 5. Brittany Griffin Sussex Tech 22 6. Shavonda Cephas Milford 19 7. Ambre Burbage Seaford 21 8. Myisha Rufus Polytech 22 9. Jazmine Cooper Dover 21 10. Tomorrow Briddell Laurel 21 11. Keisha Staten Polytech 22 De’Andria Farlow Seaford 20 13. Ashley Thompson Sussex Central 20 14. Dohnay Banice Dover 21 Cortney Baynard Caesar Rodney 22

Points 375 347 344 306 327 266 288 289 277 258 265 241 234 219 228

Average 19.7 16.5 16.4 15.3 14.9 14.0 13.7 13.4 13.2 12.3 12.0 12.0 11.7 10.4 10.4

High 36 29 29 31 28 24 25 26 27 23 21 25 21 18 18

Well, the aches and pains have finally gone away but the memories from a fun time are still there (at least I can still remember things). About two weeks ago the Laurel Youth Sports coaches took to the court to take on the Laurel varsity boys’ basketball team. Luckily the coaches had about three or four teams of players to sub in and out as most of us were not quite in as good as shape as the young bucks we were facing. That’s not to say we didn’t hold our own. The fun part was seeing all the players, parents, and other community members come out and watch us play. My co-workers send one of our photographers out to take a picture of me playing. Just one problem, he gave me the disk of photos so somehow the pictures of me did not get into the paper. As a way of compromising, since he did take time out of his schedule to come out to the game, I am including one of the less objectionable pictures (one where my belly isn’t sticking out like I’m Jabba the Hutt) in this column.

Annual alumni basketball game to take place on Friday It’s time for March Madness. On Friday, the Minority Leadership Alliance is sponsoring an alumni game at Sussex Central High School featuring the 2001, 2003, and 2006 Sussex Central Henlopen Conference championship teams against the team of the 80’s. Last year, the veterans beat the young guys. Prior to the alumni game, Sussex Central High School will face Cape Henlopen. The first game begins at 6 p.m. The cost of admission is $4. For more information contact Assistant Prinicpal Tim Slade at 302-934-3166.

A good cause- Many of the high school players and some of the coaches played in the league when they were young. Laurel Youth Sports, led by Jeff

and Marie Gordy, does a great job of giving boys and girls from grades three through seven a place to play in Laurel. I know first hand how hard it is to run a basketball league, I ran one in Millsboro for three years. While there are a number of dedicated coaches and volunteers who help make Laurel’s league successful, the number of people volunteering their time is far fewer than in youth sports leagues like Little League and Pop Warner football (that’s not to say volunteers aren’t always needed for those leagues as well). A call from a pro- It’s not every day that a pro football player gives you a call out of the blue. Such was the case on Monday when NFL Defensive Lineman Antwan Lake called the Star. Lake recently signed a two-year contract extension with the New Orleans Saints. Lake had been with the Atlanta Falcons before being claimed off waivers by the Saints near the end of training camp last summer. New Orleans came within one win of reaching the Antwan Lake Super Bowl. Lake spent his childhood in Seaford before moving to Cambridge, Md. where he went to high school. Antwan went on to attend West Virginia University where he continued to play football. He is also played for the Detroit Lions during his four-year NFL career. I plan to talk to Lake later this week and will have more on him in an exclusive story in next week’s Star. Quick hits- If things go well in a couple months Lake may not be the only area athlete playing in the NFL. At least one area resident is scheduled to try out for pro teams in May. Check out a future Star for more on this. I want to add my condolences to the family of legendary Seaford coach Bob Dowd who passed away last week.

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Kory Belle- Sussex Tech 1st team All-Conference

Alex Thomas- Sussex Tech 1st team All-Conference

Brittany Griffin- Sussex Tech 2nd team All-Conference

Wendell Cannon- ST 2nd team All-Conference

All-conference photos by Mike McClure and David Elliott Seaford Parks and Rec to hold women’s basketball, over 40 leagues The Seaford Department of Parks and Recreation (SDPR) will hold a women’s basketball league and an over 40 league. The leagues will begin in mid March and games will be played on weekends. The deadline to sign up is March 9 and the entry fee is $30 per person. Call 629-6809 to sign up or for more information.

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Baby Blue Jays

High games and series Mark Benson 286 George Bramble 803 Paulette Sammons268, 782 Jeannette Allen 268

High games and series Koby Gondeck 190, 335 Summer Rust 198 Kimberly Zoller 198, 348

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High games and series Robert Elliott 284 Ken Garrett 760 Kay Passwaters 256, 689

Star High games and series Gavin Short 233 Trey Lord 651 Nicole Marciano 244 Jenna Cottet 627

Nite Owl High games and series Eric Patchett 314 Joe Holloway 756

Friday Trios High games and series Bobby Dixon 274, 708 Carol James 248 Evelyn Gilbert 643

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Christian Fellowship High games and series Scott McClain 286, 675 Wendy Lowe 241, 644

Senior Express High games and series Bob Rice 306, 827 Myra Truitt 289 Elizabeth Pinkett 821

Tues. AM Mixed High games and series Donald Minter 227, 626 Edna Turner 261 Pam Good 613

Sunday Special High games and series Jesse Rust 305, 802 Christine Adkins 307, 809

High games and series

Shown, not in order, are the Lady Cougars of the Upward Bound basketball league: Coaches Marie Burke, Jonathan Lee, and David Lee and players Hailee Bennett, Hannah Bennett, Jerica Robertson, Brittney Phillips, Grace Lee, Taylor Tucker, and A.J. Vann. Photo by Pat Murphy

Pictured are the Starz of the Upward Bound basketball league: Carol Elliott, Kristine Bolden, Heather Tolson, Mackenzie Kinnikin, Brianna Thompson, Casey Kinnikin, and coach Tyler Derisa. Not pictured is Bailey Kinnikin. Photo by Pat Murphy

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Club 50 High games and series Roland Tice 303 Edgar Wilson 770 Bonnie Littleton 287 Carol Gadow 718

Friday Night Mix Ups High games and series William Krewina 255, 702 Joeanne White 274 Aimee Bennett 755

Eastern Shore Men High games and series Thomas Wheatley 311 Edward Corbett 805

Tuesday Early Mixed High games and series Ben Moran 258, 706 Hettie Hitchens 257 Annette Ruths 688

Pictured (not in order) are the Huskies of the Upward Bound basketball league: Caleb Murphy, Shiloh Chester, Sean Dunn, McKensey Serastal, Conner Evans, J.L. King, David King, Ryan Nay, Hunter Veasey, and coaches Travis and Jodi Timmons. Not shown are Skyler Thomas and coach Donna Mulford. Photo by Pat Murphy

Harlem Globetrotters dribble back Into Salisbury on March 18 Celebrating the 81st season on the court, the world renowned Harlem Globetrotters are returning to Salisbury on Sunday, March 18 at 2 p.m. The “Nothing Like It Tour” will hit the Wicomico Civic Center for one show only. Tickets are on sale now and range from $20 to $60 plus fees. Special discounts are available. Tickets are available at the Civic Center Box Office and online at www.WicomicoCivicCenter.org. For more information or to charge by phone call 410-548-4911.

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Delaware Pro-Life convention The Delaware Pro-Life Coalition will hold its 20th annual convention on Saturday, March 31, at the Holiday Inn Select in Claymont. This day-long event includes five nationally-renowned speakers. The costs for the event are as follows: $45 for learning sessions only; $35 for banquet only; and $70 for learning sessions and banquet. For further information or registration call Joanne Laird at 302-479-5613 or visit www.delawarepro life.org.

Trinity UMC ‘Full Throttle’ “Full Throttle,” Saturdays, 6:30-8 p.m., through April 7 at Trinity United Methodist Church Rec Building. Each week will feature a band or group, skits, movie clips from “The Passion of the Christ,” snacks, and fellowship. Bands include groups such as “Proof of Love,” “Rapper” “Tru Christian,” “Garden Praise Band,” “Ground Zero Master’s Commission,” Tim Ewing (AngelFire), and Mason Summers. For more information, call Pastor Tina Whaley at 841-7589.

Chapter of the Brotherhood Plans are going forward at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church for the formation of a Chapter of the Brotherhood of St. Andrew, an organization of the Episcopal Church

founded in 1883. This chapter is open to all men in St. Luke’s parish and in the community and will offer the opportunity for men to gather together for prayer, study, service and fellowship. Call the church office at 629-7979 or Joe Coladonato at 629-5597.

All Saints Lenten services All Saints Episcopal Church, Delmar, Palm and Passion Sunday, April 1. The 10 a.m. service will begin in the parish hall with the traditional blessing and distribution of palms. The service will continue in the church with the reading of our Lord’s Passion concluding with Eucharist. Maundy Thursday, April 5 - Service begins at 7 p.m. and will conclude with the stripping of the altar in preparation for Good Friday. Good Friday Service, April 6 - Noon and 7 p.m. The full penitential service will be offered. The Prayer Book service with the stations will last approximately one hour. Easter Sunday, of the Resurrection, April 8. The 10 a.m. service will be a joyfilled celebration of Resurrection with beloved hymns and communion for all baptized persons.

Centenary Church Gospel Café Centenary United Methodist Church, Poplar and Market streets, Laurel, is hosting a Christian music evening each Saturday, beginning at 6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the church. Bruce and Nancy Wil-

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ley are presenting live Christian music, fellowship, and refreshments.March guest singers are: Mar. 10 - Frank Silva, Samuel Hearn, Everett Hart. Mar. 17 - Denise Harper, Harold Boogie White, April Rosser. Mar. 24 - "Voices of Harmony," "Living Lights," Fred Brock, Gary Holloway, Randy Lee. Mar. 31 - Jim Perry, Sierra Spicer, Galen & Jillian Queen. Every week, Mary Ann Young joins us! Everyone is invited to attend. For more information, contact the Church office at 875-3983 or Bruce Willey at 875-5539.

Luncheon & Auction St. George's United Methodist Church, located between Laurel and Delmar, on Saturday, March 10, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., will hold its Annual Spring Luncheon - featuring oyster fritters and chicken salad sandwiches, hot dogs with homemade soups - cream of crab, peas & dumplings and vegetable beef. Eat in or take out. There also will be a silent auction and bake table. Call 302-846-2301 for more information if needed.

Suicide Prevention Workshop Christ United Methodist Church, 510 S. Central Ave., Laurel, is sponsoring a special presentation by the Delaware Mental Health Association on Saturday, March 10, 9 a.m.-noon, at the church. There is no cost for this presentation and the public is invited to attend. For more information, contact the church office at 875-4233.

Nyack College Concert On Sunday, March 11, at 7 p.m., the Atlanta Road Alliance Church will host a

concert of sacred music performed by the Nyack College Chorale. Nyack College is a Christian liberal arts college in the New York metropolitan area. Under the direction of Prof. Joel Jameson, the Chorale will present a variety of music from Renaissance madrigals to spirituals. The highlight of the evening will be selections from “I am the Way,” a dramatic musical depiction of the life of Christ by Jerome Hines. The Atlanta Road Alliance Church is located at 22625 Atlanta Road, 1-1/2 miles north of Stein Highway (Route 20) in Seaford. The concert is free, but a freewill offering will be taken to help defray the costs of the tour. For more information, call 629-5600 or visit www.atlantaroadcma.org.

Ladies Spring Conference “Disciplines of a Beautiful Woman,” Ladies and Teen Girls Spring Conference will be on Saturday, March 31, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Calvary Baptist Church, Georgetown. Speaker will be Juanita Purcell of the Villages, Fla., Women’s Conference Speaker and Author. Register by March 12, cost is $7. (Cost includes breakfast and lunch, on site.) Register after March 12, cost will be $15 per person. Call the church at 856-3773.

Christ Lutheran Lenten Christ Lutheran Church is observing the Lenten season with special Wednesday evening services. All services begin at 7:30 p.m. Prior to the services now through March 28, there will be covered dish dinners at 6:30 p.m.

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People Shores, Sammons to be wed in July Thomas and Gloria Shores of Chance announce the engagement of their daughter, Heather Shores of Chance, to Matthew G. Sammons, Seaford, the son of Gerald and Paulette Sammons, Seaford. The bride-to-be is a graduate of Washington High School in Princess Anne and is attending Wor-Wic Community College in the nursing program. She is employed as a medical assistant with Dr. Alon Davis in Salisbury. Her fiancé is a graduate of Seaford High School and a graduate of Delaware Technical and Community College with a degree in criminal justice. He is employed as a state trooper with the Delaware State Police. The wedding is being planned for July 28 at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Seaford. Formal invitations will be issued.

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Hitchens, Ryles plan to be married Ryan Edgell, center, is congratulated after being named an Eagle Scout. Edgell completed a restoration project of Chambers Park in Federalsburg as his Eagle Scout project.

Federalsburg man is Eagle Scout Boy Scout Troop 137 of Federalsburg, Md., held an Eagle Scout Court of Honor for its 41st Eagle Scout, Ryan Edgell, Sunday, Feb. 11, at Union United Methodist Church in Federalsburg. Assistant Scout Master Rob Willoughby and Scout Master Danny Phillips conducted the ceremony. The Eagle Scout Challenge was read to Ryan by William Cluley, Assistant Scout Master. The Eagle Scout Charge was read by Eagle Scout Dana Edgell, Ryan’s father. Ryan received many congratulatory letters, including letters from President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush, Vice President Dick Cheney, Sen. Barbara Mikulski, Congressman Wayne Gilchrest, Delegate Jeanne Haddaway-Riccio, Federalsburg Mayor Betty Ballas and the Rev. David Heistand. Delegate Adelaide Eckart presented Ryan with a resolution from the Maryland House of Delegates. State Sen. Richard Colburn presented a resolution from the Maryland Senate and a citation from Gov. Martin O’Malley. A United States flag was flown over the United States Capitol on Jan. 24 for Ryan, at the request of Gilchrest. The flag was presented to Ryan by Willoughby during the court of honor. Ryan completed a restoration project at Chambers Park in Federalsburg as his Eagle project. As a new Eagle Scout, he presented Eagle Scout Mentor pins to Willoughby and Cluley, who were instrumental in helping him attain the highest rank in scouting. Ryan is an 18-year-old freshman at Salisbury University. He

is the son of Dana and Lisa Edgell of Federalsburg. He is the grandson of Robert and Eva Jane Edgell of Federalsburg, Pete and Diane Fairbanks of Cambridge, Md., and William and Audrey Johnson of Secretary, Md. He is the great grandson of the late Charles and Margie Bourgignon and the late Russell and Clara Edgell. He is the great nephew of Anna B. Hall of Laurel and the late Ira Hall Jr.

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Marcia Smith and Donald Hitchens of Seaford and Laurel announce the engagement of their daughter, Ashlee Hitchens, to Michael Ryles, son of Sherial Flamer and Michael Ryles of Farmington and Baltimore, Md. The bride-to-be graduated from Sussex Technical High School in 2003 and attends Delaware Technical and Community College in its nursing program. She is employed at LifeCare at Lofland Park. Her fiancé graduated from Woodbridge High School in 2003 and is planning to attend Delaware Technical and Community College. He is employed at Midway Slots and Simulcast as a technician. A May 2007 wedding is planned.

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Wright, Campbell plan to be married Thomas and Mona Wright of Laurel announce the engagement of their daughter, Marion Adeline Wright, to Eric Jon Campbell, son of Dr. Stephen and Gail Campbell of Raleigh, N.C. The bride-to-be graduated from Laurel High School and Widener University. She is employed by the Wake County Public School System at South East Magnet High School as a chemistry teacher. Her fiancé graduated from North Carolina State University. He is employed at North Carolina State University as a systems analyst. A June 2007 wedding is planned.

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The newest temporary exhibit in the Seaford Museum features Tina Fallon memorabilia. Many of the items were presented to her at the dinner held last May honoring her 28 years of service in the Delaware State Legislature after a teaching career of 31 years. Among the pieces on display are an official fire hat presented to her when she was made an honorary member of the Seaford Volunteer Fire Department. The display also includes a sign designating the street named in her honor by the city of Seaford. Fallon Avenue is located off Rt. 13A near the new U.S. Post Office. The display was arranged by Betty and Earl Tull. This exhibit will be in place until midMay, when an exhibit from the Delaware State Archives will be brought in commemorating the Capt. John Smith re-enactment. For details, call 628-9828.

Chapman is Dem county chairman The Sussex County Democrats at their Feb. 19 meeting elected a new county chairman and filled four other positions on the county executive committee. Tom Chapman, after being unanimously elected county chair, expressed his top priority for the Sussex Democrats. “This party will present candidates who can and will be successful in every possible race in 2008,” he said. “And we will do everything we

can to support each of them.” More than 70 committee-people were present to vote. They also elected Mary Kay Ryan as county co-chair, Pat Ewing as recording secretary, Billy Taylor as corresponding secretary, and Peter Schott (who previously served as interim county chair) as the at-large delegate to the state executive committee.

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$1.5 million committed to forestland protection More than 300 acres of prime forestland in central Sussex County will stand for generations to come thanks to the County Council and its $1.5 million commitment to buy the parcel as part of a larger protection effort led by the state. County Council, at its Tuesday, Feb. 27, meeting, voted unanimously to approve $1.5million in county funding for forestland located east of U.S. 113, adjacent to the Redden State Forest near Ellendale. The land, formerly in private ownership, is currently held by the non-profit Conservation Fund. The Delaware Forest Service is purchasing the property for inclusion into the Redden State Forest. The Redden State Forest now encompasses more than 10,200 protected acres. Sussex County's funding is part of a larger partnership among the County Council, the Delaware Forest Service, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Legacy Program, the Sussex County Land Trust and the Conservation Fund to protect a total of 755 acres in that area. Sussex county's funding will go toward the initial purchase of 327 acres of woodlands that stand along County Roads 239, 240A and 241. The addition 428 acres will be purchased later this year, with funding coming from the State of Delaware. In all, the properties will cost approximately $12 million. Once acquired, the tracts containing loblolly pines will help connect sections of the publicly accessible state forest. County Administrator David B. Baker said the County Council's participation in the acquisition is yet another example of the County's commitment to preserving natural areas and open space. "Through either acquisitions or easements, Sussex County has been involved in protecting more than 2,500 acres of open space, forests, farmland and other natural areas since the County's Open Space Program began in 2003," Baker said. Sussex County has allocated approximately $6.5 million to land preservation in that time. "These properties will be protected from future development, and they represent an investment in our future so that generations to come may enjoy the same natural beauty

that makes Sussex County such a desirable place to live today," Baker said. Sate Forester E. Austin Short III said Sussex County's participation in the partnership is essential to expanding the Redden Sate Forest, and preserving prime, working forestland. Just as it does with other

portions of the Redden State Forest, the agency every 20 years or so will harvest and replace some of the loblolly pine trees from within the purchase properties. Revenue generated from the sale of that timber would help with management costs. "This is one of the largest, contiguous blocks of working

forestland remaining in the state of Delaware," Short said. "We're happy to be able to protect it and keep it in its existing state, so that it provides the wood product, habitat, improved water quality, beauty and all the other benefits our forests give us in Sussex County and throughout Delaware."

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Health Use care giving medications to young children By Dr. Anthony Policastro Colds and coughs are common in children. They both represent the body’s reaction to an illness. A runny nose is an attempt to remove the infecting virus from the nose. A cough is an attempt to cough the infected fluid into the back of the throat. It can then be swallowed into the stomach. From there the body eliminates it in the stool. Since these are protective symptoms, an argument can be made for not treating them. However, they do cause discomfort. They might interfere with sleep. The good news is that the majority of colds go away in three days. The same thing is true with most coughs. Some coughs linger for days. Sometimes that is due to low grade wheezing. Sometimes it is due to a postnasal drip. The cough from wheezing occurs about 2-4 hours after a child has gone to sleep. It wakes them up. The cough from a postnasal drip occurs right after the child lies down. It interferes with falling asleep. Parents want to make their children feel comfortable. Therefore, they often want to find medication that will stop the runny

It is a good idea to get a syringe that measures in ml rather than using teaspoons. A study many years ago showed why. nose and cough. Recently medications that do this have been in the news. There are two reasons for this. One has to do with adolescents. Some adolescents take high doses of medications because of the sensation it gives them. What they do not realize is that the sensation is due to an overdose of the drug. Some of them have so much of an overdose that it can put them into a coma. Occasionally, it can be high enough to kill them. The second reason has to do with young children having problems with the

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medications. About 1500 children under age two wind up in emergency rooms because of these drugs. Most of them are there because of overdoses. There are several reasons for overdoses. One of them has to do with the fact that the dose to treat the child and the dose that is too high are not that far apart in amount. For example if a child should only take 1/4 tsp, it is easy to give more than that. The second reason is related to that. Measuring liquid medication is hard to do. It is a good idea to get a syringe that measures in ml rather than using teaspoons. A study many years ago showed why. They took a group of "teaspoons". They filled them. Then they measured how much was in them. Most of them had about 1 teaspoon (5ml) of fluid. However, some of them had as little as half a teaspoon. Some of them had as much as 2 teaspoons. If a child were to get the larger amount for several doses, he/she could be in trouble. A third reason has to do with the fact that brand name medications can contain similar ingredients. For example, many cough and cold medications contain acetaminophen (Tylenol). If a child is already taking acetaminophen, he/she can be over-

dosed with the cough and cold medication. A fourth reason is that the bottles do not contain doses for young children. That leads parents to sometimes guess at the correct dose. For all these reasons, care must be taken when giving medication to very young children. Dr. Anthony Policastro is medical director at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital. Editor’s Note: The article by Dr. Policastro last week, stating that medications used to treat illness can be more dangerous than the illness itself, should have been the second in a series of two articles. This week’s article was the first part. It was not Dr. Policastro’s mistake. We are sorry for the mix up.

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Smith accepts statewide healthcare leadership role Dennis E. Klima, president/CEO of Bayhealth Medical Center and chairman of the board of the Delaware Healthcare Association, announces that Delaware State Rep. Wayne Smith has accepted the position as the new president/CEO of the Delaware Healthcare Association. "We had several excellent candidates, so our decision was challenging. However, I think Rep. Smith is a wonderful and unique choice," explains Klima. "He brings his many years of legislative and policy making experience along with his extensive knowledge of healthcare issues to this role." A native of Wilmington, Delaware, Rep. Smith received his bachelor of science degree in business administration from the University of Delaware in 1984 (along with minors in history and economics). He earned two masters degrees from the University of Pennsylvania in 1988 in both Governmental Administration and Political Science (International Relations). His private sector experience has focused generally in the finance field including investment banking, corporate finance and

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Health Bulletins Child Health promotion Coalition Essay Contest The Sussex Child Health Promotion Coalition today announced a Youth Essay Contest promoting the 521 Almost None Campaign for Kids. Youth ages 11-14 can enter to win great prizes like an IPOD, bike & helmet and other great fitness items. The contest runs from March 1 through March 22 when all entries are due. Entries can be submitted through the internet by logging onto to www.Sussexkids.org clicking on Essay Contest and following the directions. After completing the form they can attach their Essay and mail it to: Sussex Child Health Promotion Coalition, at 543 N. Shipley St., Suite D. Seaford, DE 19973. Attention: Essay Contest Entry. Essays that are received past the cut off date will not be entered. The winners of this contest will be announced at the Community Walks taking place March 31 throughout the Sussex Communities and will be published in the local papers. To find out more information on the Essay Contest, call 302-444-9247, or log onto www.Sussexkids.org. Attention: Essay Contest Entry.

Relay for Life Friendraiser The Western Sussex Relay for Life committee members are busy making preparations for this year's Relay for Life. This year's event will be held on May 18, at the Mears Campus in Seaford. If you have participated in previous years, you know that the Relay for Life is an overnight event that helps raise money for the American Cancer Society. During the event, teams of people walk laps and each team tries to keep at least one team member walking at all times. But, Relay is much more than a walk. It is a time to remember those lost to cancer and celebrate those who have survived. More importantly, Relay gives you the power to help in the fight against cancer. By joining together as volunteers and donors, your efforts help support the American Cancer Society as they strive toward a cancer-free future. Sign up today to become a part of the Relay phenomenon. It's not too late to register a team. If you are interested in receiving information on how to register a team or for further information, contact Mary Catherine Hopkins at 302-875-7308.

Ways of dealing with grief Delaware Technical & Community College in Georgetown will be one of three sites in Delaware where participants can view a statewide Webcast on

dealing with grief on Thursday, March 22. "Living with Grief: Before and After the Death" is an all-day forum hosted by the University of Delaware and the Delaware End-of-Life Coalition. It will feature officials from the Hospice Foundation of America, as well as grief specialists from throughout the First State. In addition to the Owens Campus, the Webcast can also be attended at the University of Delaware in Newark and Bayhealth Medical Center in Dover. The panel will be addressing the issues, concerns, and interventions related to grief before, during, and after the death of a loved one. The conference will be held from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Carter Partnership Center on the Owens Campus. For more information, call Corporate and Community Programs at 302-854-6966.

Luedtke on emergency medical services council Sussex County EMS Director Glenn Luedtke was recently appointed vice chair of the Delaware Emergency Medical Services Oversight Council (DEMSOC). Director Luedtke has served as a member of the group since 2001. DEMSOC has the responsibility to examine the EMS system in Delaware and make recommendations for improvements to the Governor and State Legislature. Part of this evaluation includes measuring performance and participating in a full review of the Delaware EMS System every five years. According to Luedtke, “The Delaware EMS Oversight Council is the one place where all the elements of our State’s EMS system come together to address issues and solve problems. The fact that it includes representation from every aspect of emergency medical services enables it not only to identify issues, but to quickly direct the appropriate resources toward addressing them. Having everyone in the loop makes this one of our most efficient and effective tools in providing the highest quality of service to the public. I am truly honored to have been selected as vice chair, and look forward to working with Secretary Mitchell and the members of the Council.” “I congratulate Luedtke on his appointment to the vice chairmanship of the Oversight Council,” said David Baker, Sussex County administrator. “He will bring to the table Sussex County’s perspective and needs as they relate to the field of EMS.”

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GOOD EATING - Above, members of the Friends of the Laurel Library chow down on another great dinner on Sunday March 4th. Below, Faith LaFazia, a sophomore at Sussex Tech receives her $100 prize for winning the Friends’ logo contest. Pictured here are LaFazia, who is third from left, are vice president Bill Trujillo, her parents, Gregory and Beverly LaFazia, and Becky Norton, children’s librarian at Laurel Public Library. Photo by Pat Murphy

LIBRARY FUND-RAISER - The Friends of the Laurel Library held their annual fundraising dinner last weekend at the VFW hall in Delmar, Md. Above, Phil Donoway of the Delmar VFW checks the gravy to ensure for another good VFW event. Below, Laurel Library team volunteers Ashlie Walker, Josh Duryea, Matt Duryea, Faith LaFazia and Victoria Libertini serve the meal to guests. Photos by Pat Murphy

Glimpse of the past

Pictured is Purnell’s Garage in Laurel around 1952. It was located where the Wilmington Trust front parking lot is presently. The building was later converted into a Silco store and it burned in the 1970s. Among the people standing in front of the store is Bill Holloway.


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From mile-high meringue pies Doing the Towns Together to pizza, local eateries satisfy LAUREL AND DELMAR SOCIALS Sarah Marie Trivits . 875-3672

One of the major universal questions asked by practically anyone living in or near Laurel every single day of life on this planet is, “What’s for dinner?” There are those among us who begin thinking about the dinner menu of the day practically the moment we take that last sip of morning coffee, or at least by mid-morning. Hard to believe, but it is true. There are also those who live here and never frequent a single one of the nine restaurants offering good food in our community. Some of those in this group are at the top of the list when it comes to complaining about the food service offered in our town, yet they rarely consider using a local restaurant to soothe their hunger pangs. At one time there were limited restaurants/eateries within the confines of Laurel, but time has changed that considerably. Many of us remember when Lorraine’s Sub Shop just across the railroad tracks on West Street was the place to go to get a good sub. Actually, for a long while it was the only place to get a good submarine sandwich. Lorraine and her subs and french fries were a legend here in Laurel. Her shop has been closed for many years now and is currently an automobile sales office. But, many of us still fondly remember going to Lorraine’s for subs for dinner on a busy day, or after a high school sports game. Those subs were a real treat on any day. Now here in Laurel and the immediate adjacent area we have the Dutch Inn, a family restaurant that has been on South Central Avenue for years and years. One wonders just how many high school females put in their service time at this restaurant as they earned spending money waiting tables. The Dutch Inn was definitely the place to go for dinner prior to a Laurel High football or basketball game on a Friday night. The unwritten law was one had better be there early before the restaurant became filled to capacity and beyond. Who can ever forget those ooey-gooey sticky buns or the mile-high meringue pies? The Dutch Inn is still serving really good food at great prices and the best (and largest) fried or broiled flounder or trout and moist, tender and delicious liv-

Moments with Mike Virginia ‘Mike’ Barton er and onions are specialties. Right on Market Street we have the Number One Chinese restaurant. Everything Chinese ever developed in a kitchen — American or Chinese — is offered here with quick service and reasonable prices, and excellent taste and generous servings. Pizza King and Rafael’s Pizza Palace, each on North Central Avenue, cover the pizza and sub lists, along with a wide variety of other Italian and American sandwiches and platters. One can get excellent food at either establishment. When it comes to good steaks and delicious barbecue, The Pit out on Rt. 13 definitely holds the edge. It is difficult to beat its beach fries and creamy cole slaw, too. TasteeFreez is another of the Rt. 13 restaurants and offers a great variety of soups and platters. Here again reasonable prices and quick service are the order of the day. Bargain Bill’s and the Oasis Restaurant are apparently the gathering spots for the coffee crowd. Piping hot coffee and good and nourishing foods are the order of the day, I am told. Each of these restaurants offers no frills, just plain good food, according to my unnamed sources, with the coffee always hot. We can also pick up burgers at Hardee’s, as well as great fried chicken. RJ’s at the edge of Laureltowne completes the list of in-town places to enjoy a good meal. Right along a rapidly growing area of riverfront in the heart of Laurel, RJ’s attracts an evening group of young people, according to my info sources. Whatever your food choice, there is definitely a place to find it in our town of Laurel. Next time you want to “eat out,” be fair. Give a local restaurant a fair chance to please your wallet and satisfy your taste buds.

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Elva Waller was fondly celebrated for her 80th birthday with a party in her honor at the Laurel Legion Home last Saturday, March 3. The occasion was observed with a dinner dance, entertaining approximately 85 family members, friends and past coworkers. Mrs. Waller taught in the Laurel Elementary School for 40 years and is still fondly remembered by many of her former students. Happy birthday, Elva! Bettyann Adams hosted a dinner this past Saturday for Alene James, Jeanette Hunsucker and Johnnie Adams, all who celebrated birthdays during that weekend. The Red Hat Gals “Lunch Bunch” march on with their monthly breakfast at the Dutch Inn on Saturday, March 10. Then, on the 19th of the month to celebrate March’s one big holiday, St. Patrick’s Day, they will indulge in traditional Irish fare at the home of Dot Hickman, with Karen Hitch as chief cook and apron model. Dessert will follow with homemade ice cream (green perhaps?) made by Faye Littleton. The group observes birthdays this month for Dianne Thompson, Terri Evans, Agnes Robinson and Joyce Ingraham. On March 14 the Laurel High Class of ‘52 will enjoy a get together lunch at high noon at the Dutch Inn. Wishing, here, a most happy 35th birthday to Sheila, who has been in business for five years in her This ‘n’ That Shop on the Laurel Highway. This greeting comes from her friends and customers who hope she’ll celebrate many, many more. On Sunday last, Friends of the Laurel Library gave their annual Blues Chaser dinner at the Delmar VFW. It was a most successful event and turned out to be a sociable afternoon, as those who came early for the dinner lingered, visited with friends and “table hopped” to finish their socializing. High point of the afternoon was the awarding of the $100 to prize winner, Faith LaFazia, who submitted the winning logo for future use on library materials. The Friends want to extend a very special thanks to Fred Phillips and the Phillip’s Signs Company for making up a very large replica of a $100 check, such as

those awarded to contestants on TV prize shows. All of the Friends autographed the back of it and it was presented, along with the authentic check, to Faith. Thanks again, Fred, if we didn’t say it enough on Sunday! Dick and Helen Mae Bennett have returned from a sojourn in Myrtle Beach, S.C. Aside from enjoying good weather, they took in shows, among them the Carolina Opera. A note to Delmar ladies: Please call me. I need your input in this column. Alumni members of Laurel, don’t forget the annual meeting on March 13. We need good attendance for you to show your interest in the endeavors put forth for our graduates of the community. Congratulations to Doug and Cathy Downes on their 28th wedding anniversary on March 10. This seems to be a banner week for special birthday greetings. Belated wishes go to Eddie Ferrell, Paige Downes and Pat Short for March 6 birthdays. Wayne Hitchens will observe his on Sunday, March 11, with lots of love from his family. A most special greeting goes to “My beloved Betsy Moore” on March 6, with love from Mom. More happy birthday wishes for March go to Jean Fuller on March 14 and LeRoy Scriba. We express our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Lester Hailey, Vernon Edward “Nip” Hastings, Lillian T. Brundick, Michelle Lynn Austin and Wilbert V. Croes, and to Tex Young on the death of his mother, Clara Crowder, in Baltimore. We continue with prayers for those who are ill: Ward Collins, John McGlaughlin, Blanche Elliott, Richard Cordrey, Steve Trivits, Gerald Brown, Hattie Puckham, Lily Brittingham, Terry Layton, Ralph Baker, Kelly Griffith and Jack and Carol Lynch. “Opportunities to be kind are never hard to find.” See you in the Stars.


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Retirees flocking to the area. Surprised? Paula K. Gunson, executive director of the Greater Seaford RYANT ICHARDSON Chamber of Commerce, recently passed this information along to John Theofiles tries each me. She noted that “Bizjournals” reyear to make the display cently compared 938 markets in better than the previous eight statistical categories looking for places where the number of senior citizens is substantial and in- year’s and he is very succreasing rapidly. cessful. The study’s objective was to identify the hottest retirement areas brate this important date in the history of in the nation, she said. It gave the highest our nation. marks to communities where the populaI like the approach the organizers detion of senior citizens (ages 65 and older) cided on many years ago when the first is already substantial and is growing rapcelebration was being planned. They deidly. And guess what? Seaford ranks 25th in cided to place emphasis on God, patriotism and honoring those who have served the top 100. This comes as no surprise to area residents who have watched the hous- our nation to help preserve our freedoms. Laurel’s fireworks are the best of any ing developments spring up throughout community on Delmarva. John Theofiles western Sussex County. Anyone who would like to read the en- tries each year to make the display better tire article should visit http://www.bizjour- than the previous year’s and he is very successful. nals.com/edit_special/48.html I have great confidence in the people of Laurel to pull off another inspiring celeSpeaking of the Seaford Chamber, the bration. work on the new Chamber of Commerce book is almost complete and should be at One last note this week: The seminar the printers later this week. about preparing news releases is scheduled for Wednesday, March 14, at 7 p.m. The Laurel Chamber of Commerce is at the Morning Star office at 628 W. Stein thinking long and hard about how to imHighway, Seaford. prove the Fourth of July celebration. This I have more than 30 people signed up is a big project for the chamber and the for the one-hour session. I look forward to town and many others who give of their meeting everyone. time, money and other resources to cele-

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Rise .6:25 a.m. .6:24 a.m. .6:22 a.m. .7:21 a.m. .7:19 a.m. .7:18 a.m. .7:16 a.m.

Last Mar 11

Harrington 33/17

Time 11:11 a.m. 6:02 p.m. 1:08 p.m. 10:26 a.m.

Milford 33/17 Greenwood 34/17

Lewes 32/19

Bridgeville 34/17

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

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Set .6:02 p.m. .6:03 p.m. .6:04 p.m. .7:05 p.m. .7:06 p.m. .7:07 p.m. .7:08 p.m.

New Mar 18

Low High 11:13 a 4:39 p 11:52 a 5:16 p 12:36 p 5:56 p 12:34 a 7:44 p 2:27 a 8:42 p 3:29 a 9:48 p 4:36 a 10:57 p

Low 11:12 p 11:50 p —2:28 p 3:28 p 4:33 p 5:37 p

Vienna, MD

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 March 19 April 3 April 17 April 30

Day High Thurs. 4:25 a Fri. 5:01 a Sat. 5:41 a Sun. 6:28 a Mon. 8:23 a Tues. 9:27 a Wed. 10:36 a

Sharptown, MD Shown is Thursday’s weather. High Low High Low Temperatures are Thursday’s highs Day and Thursday night’s lows. Thurs. 7:44 a 1:32 a 7:58 p 2:06 p Fri. 8:20 a 2:05 a 8:35 p 2:45 p Sat. 9:00 a 2:43 a 9:15 p 3:29 p Sun. 9:47 a 3:27 a 11:03 p 5:21 p Mon. 11:42 a 5:20 a —- 6:21 p Tues. 12:01 a 6:22 a 12:46 p 7:26 p Wed. 1:07 a 7:29 a 1:55 p 8:30 p

Apogee and Perigee

Perigee Apogee Perigee Apogee

Nanticoke River Roaring Point, MD

Moon Rise Thursday . . .10:50 p.m. Friday . . . . . .11:53 p.m. Saturday . . . . . . . .none Sunday . . . . . .1:55 a.m. Monday . . . . .2:55 a.m. Tuesday . . . . .3:51 a.m. Wednesday . . .4:39 a.m.

First Mar 25

Set . .8:13 a.m. . .8:41 a.m. . .9:15 a.m. .10:57 a.m. .11:48 a.m. .12:48 p.m. . .1:57 p.m.

Full Apr 2

SEAFORD 35/18 Blades 35/18

Rehoboth Beach 32/21 Georgetown 34/19 Concord 35/18 Laurel 36/18 Delmar 36/17

Millsboro 34/19

Bethany Beach 31/23 Fenwick Island 34/22

Day High Low High Low Thurs. 7:06 a 12:54 a 7:20 p 1:28 p Fri. 7:42 a 1:27 a 7:57 p 2:07 p Sat. 8:22 a 2:05 a 8:37 p 2:51 p Sun. 9:09 a 2:49 a 10:25 p 4:43 p Mon. 11:04 a 4:42 a 11:23 p 5:43 p Tues. 12:08 p 5:44 a —- 6:48 p Wed. 12:29 a 6:51 a 1:17 p 7:52 p

Rehoboth Beach Day Thurs. Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon. Tues. Wed.

High 10:21 a 10:59 a 11:40 a 12:12 a 1:10 a 2:16 a 3:20 a

Low High Low 4:12 a 10:40 p 4:16 p 4:56 a 11:23 p 4:55 p 5:44 a —- 5:40 p 6:38 a 12:29 p 6:32 p 7:36 a 1:29 p 7:31 p 8:38 a 2:35 p 8:33 p 9:40 a 3:38 p 9:37 p

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