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News HOMELESS - Woodbridge receives a grant to help students who are homeless or who are in danger of becoming homeless. Page 5 ENTREPRENEURS - Business owners throughout Sussex County attend the first Sussex County Entrepreneurship Conference. Page 6 CROSS COUNTRY - Bike trip across America covers 5,000 miles. Page 8 PAYMENTS - IRS seeks people missing economic stimulus payments and issues warning. Page 9 SAFETY FIRST - David G. Horsey & Sons, Inc. of Laurel wins national safety award. Page 10 OUTREACH - ATV giveaway helps DSP Needy Family project. Page 14 RETURNS - Delaware Electric Cooperative returns $1 million to members. Page 15

Sports ALL-CONFERENCE - See Sports for photos of local all-conference soccer and field hockey players and the list of football players named to the all-conference teams. Coverage begins on page 41. POP WARNER - The Woodbridge and Laurel Junior Pee Wee teams met in the conference semifinals last weekend in Laurel. Page 43 BANQUET - Woodbridge High School honored its Fall sports athletes last week with a banquet. Page 41

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Nanticoke Memorial Hospital pays tribute to philanthropist and former employees By Lynn R. Parks Louise Riddle Hansen had a way with nervous expectant mothers. She knew just the right things to say to calm them down. So said Dr. John Rawlins at the fourth annual Nanticoke Health Services tribute dinner, held Thursday evening at Heritage Shores, Bridgeville. “I know this,” Rawlins added, “because my wife, June, happened to be one of those mothers.” Hansen, 90, went to work in the maternity department at Nanticoke in 1953, the year after the hospital opened. She retired in 1984 and until recently, volunteered at the hospital. She received one of two Nanticoke Founders Awards that were handed out at Thursday night’s dinner. “You don’t know how many babies this lady delivered and some of us doctors got credit for,” Rawlins said. Hansen told the group of about 215 people that she was especially proud of the fact that she founded the hospital’s pastoral care program. “That is one of the things I would like people to remember me for,” she said. Also given a Founders Award was the late William Allen “Skip” Hastings, for whom the Hastings Wing of the hospital is named. Hastings, who died of cancer in 1960 at the age of 50, was instrumental in the formation of Seaford’s First Aid Squad, a forerunner of the hospital. “His final days were spent in the very hospital to which he contributed so much,” said Rex Mears, member and past president of the Nanticoke board of directors. “The contributions he made are still strongly felt today.” “Thank you for remembering the sacrifices we all made in working to bring a medical center to Seaford,” Hastings’ widow, Mary Jane Hastings Miller, said in a statement read by her daughter, Carole Carpenter, Milford. Miller, 95, is a resident of Continued to page four

Nanticoke Health Services recognized several people last week at its annual tribute dinner. Clockwise from top left: Dr. Martin J. Cosgrove, who retired in 2006, was inducted into the Nanticoke Physicians Hall of Fame. Dr. Mario Rosales, a general surgeon who retired in 2000, was also inducted into the hall of fame. Louise Riddle Hansen, who worked as a maternity nurse at the hospital, received a founders award. Bottom, Frank ‘Snubby’ Anderson, center, is given the Charles C. Allen Jr. Leadership in Philanthropy Award by new CEO Steve Rose (left) and president of the board Bob Boyd. Photos by Daniel Richardson

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Laurel groups plan an ‘Old Fashioned Christmas’ event On Sunday, Dec. 7, the Old Christ Church League, St. Philip’s Episcopal Church and the Laurel Historical Society will host an afternoon concert of Christmas music and readings at Old Christ Church with an open house before and after at the Historical Society’s Cook House Headquarters. The Open House at Cook House will be from 2 to 5 p.m. and the musical concert presented by the Southern Delaware Choral Society will begin at Old Christ Church on Chipman’s Pond Road at 3 p.m. This musical concert will mark the second year that a service has been held during the Christmas season at Old Christ Church, which was built in 1771. Music and history lovers will experience the singing of the Delaware Choral Society in the original manner of their ancestors, bundled up against the cold with only the twinkle of candles in greenery to light the way. This year the Choral Society will provide an opportunity for the audience to sing along. Those who have attended Old Christ Church know that the acoustics in this building are beautiful. Before or after the concert, visitors are invited to warm up at the Cook House, home to the Laurel Historical Society, with warm cider and light refreshments. Located at 501 W. Fourth St., the Cook House was built around the time of the Civil War. The society headquarters was, for many years, the homeplace of the Laurel branch of the Hearne family. Visitors are welcome to tour the home that includes a Ralph Corner cupboard that is native to Laurel and a collection of Waller photographs. Both events, which are free to the public as a Christmas gift, are intended to broaden public awareness of the uniqueness of these buildings and to celebrate the joy of the season. Free will donations will be accepted at each location for the preservation and maintenance of these local treasures. For more information about the Old Christ Church League, call St. Philip’s office at 302875-3644. For more information about the Laurel Historical Society, call 875-2820 or email laurelhistoricalsociety@hotmail.com.

Library Poinsettia sale underway The Friends of the Seaford District Library are selling poinsettias. Decorate your home or business and support the various programs offered at the Seaford District Library. Beautiful 5-inch pots provided by Jeff's Greenhouses will be available for purchase at the price of $6 each or 4 for $20. Order forms are available at the circulation desk of the Seaford District Library. Pick up will be on Friday, Dec. 5. Delivery is available to local businesses. Orders must be placed by Monday, Nov. 24. For further information contact Friend’s President Connie Halter at 628-0554.

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Philanthropy award goes to Snubby Anderson Continued from page one

Harbor Health Care, Seaford, and could not attend the tribute dinner. “I’m sure that right now, Mother is lying in bed, thinking about this and wishing she was here,” Sylvia Walker, Rehoboth Beach, Miller’s other daughter, said. Also during the tribute dinner, two retired doctors were inducted into the Nanticoke Physician Hall of Fame. General surgeon Mario M. Rosales retired in 2000 and radiologist Martin J. Cosgrove retired in 2006. “I am truly humbled by the stature of the physicians whom I join in the Hall of Fame,” Cosgrove told the audience. “It is an honor to be included in the list of these physicians who served the community

so well,” Rosales added. “I feel humbled. And I wish that I had done much more.” Cosgrove said during the tribute dinner that in 1974, he was headed back to Los Angeles, where he had a general practice, from the University of Maryland, where he had just completed a residency in radiology, when he had a change of heart. “My car broke down,” he said. “Then I started to have doubts about relocating so far from my family in Philadelphia.” He decided to give Nanticoke a oneyear trial. “That one year became 32 years,” he said. “My entire radiology practice was spent right here.” During his time at Nanticoke, Cosgrove served for 15 years as chairman of the radiology department and for 25 years on the hospital board.

In introductory remarks, Dr. Joseph Olekszyk said that before his retirement, Rosales was the “moral compass of the medical staff.” “When Mario is your doctor, you are safe and well cared for,” Olekszyk added. “When Mario is your friend, you have a friend for life.” Rosales came to Nanticoke in 1972. During his tenure, he served as president of the medical staff and as chairman of numerous committees. In his acceptance speech, Rosales praised his mentor, the late Dr. William Cooper, who was surgeon at Nanticoke when Rosales arrived. He also praised his wife, Flor. “When things didn’t go according to expectation, when all I could do was walk

around with my head down, she made sure that there was always the best place I could go, and that was home,” he said. Receiving the Charles C. Allen Jr. Leadership in Philanthropy Award Thursday night was Frank “Snubby” Anderson, Seaford. Anderson has served on the hospital board and on its development committee. He has also made several donations to the hospital, including furniture that he made. He is “loyal, intelligent and dedicated,” said long-time friend and business partner George Gabriel. “He is generally known as ‘Mr. Wonderful,’ “ added friend and former hospital board member Hank Newton. “He has enjoyed life to the fullest and has given back so much for all of us.”

Blades Volunteer Fire Company helps neighbors By Cathy Shufelt Members of the Blades Fire Company will be having a fundraiser that will also help their neighbors meet the requirements of a new town ordinance. The Town of Blades is in the process of creating a town ordinance that will require property owners to display their 911 addresses. The intent of the new ordinance is for property owners to clearly display the addresses of their properties in order to help emergency personnel locate residents more readily and easily. While many residents do display their addresses, some do not, and many are difficult to read. The ordinance requires that numbers be of reflective material and be at least 3 inches in height, among other things. The second reading of Ordinance #427 took place at the November Blades Town Council meeting and the third and final reading will be at their December meeting. The ordinance is based on other similar ordinances in the area and will most likely be in force by January 2009. Residents will receive notification of the ordinance along with the requirements,

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Woodbridge receives grants for underserved students By Cathy Shufelt The Woodbridge School District has received a grant to help students in their district who are homeless or who are in danger of becoming homeless. The Delaware Department of Education has determined that the Woodbridge School District has a large number of foster children. Foster children in the State of Delaware are considered “homeless” and the district has received approximately $19,000 in a grant to help these students. The money will help to fund “homeless liaisons” or counselors who will work with foster children as well as other homeless children and their families. Liaisons will work in helping to secure services and to register students for

classes, get school supplies, provide transportation for the child or children to and from school, etc. Funds will be used to provide a counselor in each of the three Woodbridge schools. Counselors will work with each other and with Dr. Sue Dutton, Supervisor of Student Services for the Woodbridge School District. According to a study by the National Center on Family Homelessness www.familyhomelessness.org, homeless families make up approximately 34% of the total homeless population with approximately 1.3 million children experiencing a loss of housing over the course of a year. Some researchers estimate that on any given day over 200,000 children will

have no place to live. Also, among industrialized nations, the United States has the largest number of homeless women and children. The Woodbridge School District received approximately $13,000 from the same grant last year, and can re-apply every year. Woodbridge has also received another grant from the Delaware Department of Education that targets another underserved population among their students. The Woodbridge School District has a very large number of children who come from migrant families. According to the Delaware Department of Education, as of July 2008 the district houses the largest number of migrant students in Sussex County. The new grant will provide approxi-

mately $50,000 to pay for a counselor or “migrant liaison” who will work with these students and their families in a similar way as the housing liaisons. The migrant liaison will help with securing services, tutoring, improving language skills if needed, medical issues, maintaining school records, and will also act as a liaison between the district and the Department of Education, etc. “The liaison will help not only Woodbridge students but all of the migrant students in Sussex County,” said Dr. Dutton. The $50,000 grant will provide funds for a professional salary for one year. The Woodbridge School District can re-apply for the grant again next year depending on how the numbers of migrant students in the area changes.

Seaford Lodge Elk Hoop Shoot to return to Laurel Field House The annual Seaford Lodge Elk Hoop Shoot will be held in the Laurel Field House at the middle school on Saturday, Dec. 6. Registration will be from 1 until 1:30 p.m. with the contest beginning at that time. All boys and girls who will be 8-years old before April 1, 2009 and will not be

14 before April 1, 2009 may participate in the event. This event is open to Seaford, Bridgeville and Laurel students. Trophies will be awarded locally to first, second and third place winners in each age and gender category. Hoop Shot T-shirts will also be awarded to all first place winners. A copy of their birth certificates is a

must for the child to bring with them at registration. There are three divisions for both boys and girls, ages 8-9, 10-11, and 12-13. If a seven-year old will be 8 before April 1, they shoot in the 8-9 category. The first place winners will go on to the district shoot-off on Saturday, Jan. 31, at the Salvation Army Gym in Salis-

bury, Md. to participate against the top winners of the other 10 lodges in this district. The winners there will proceed to Frederick, Md., in February to compete against the top state winners of 46 lodges. Any questions or concerns may be made by calling the Hoop Shoot chairman, Roger Hall at 875-5209.

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(From left to right) Matt Parks, director of wholesale banking at Discover Bank and an entrepreneur; Scott Kidner, Delaware state director for the National Federation of Independent Business; Jayne Armstrong, district director of the Small Business Administration’s Delaware District Office; and Jane Stayton, CPA and office administration instructor at Delaware Tech, shared their views on how businesses can survive in a slow economy at the first Annual Sussex County Entrepreneurship Conference.

First annual entrepreneurship conference held at Del Tech Business owners throughout Sussex County, from Greenwood to Ocean View, attended the first Annual Sussex County Entrepreneurship Conference on Oct. 29 at Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus, Georgetown. Entitled Challenges and Solutions, the purpose of the conference was to provide Sussex County potential and existing entrepreneurs with a venue to discuss current topics of interest to the small business owner and access to resources that meet their individual needs. The keynote speaker was Scott Kidner, Delaware state director for the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) and principle of K.S. Kidner Associates/Capitol Strategies. Kidner addressed current issues before the state and Congress that will impact the bottom line of small business. According to Kidner, three laws that provide challenges for small businesses are the Employee Free Choice Act of 2007, renewal of the estate tax, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 2008. He also stressed the importance of small business owners getting involved in

local politics. “You have to stand up and call your state representative and senator,” he said. “Tell them what you want.” A panel of three business professionals discussed their views and answered questions on the challenges small businesses face to survive in a slow economy. Participants in the panel were Jayne Armstrong, district director of the Small Business Administration’s Delaware District Office; Matt Parks, director of wholesale banking at Discover Bank and an entrepreneur; and Jane Stayton, CPA and office administration instructor at Delaware Tech. Companies and nonprofits that provide solutions for small businesses which exhibited at the event, including Junior Achievement of Delaware, Sussex County Federal Credit Union, Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE), Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) Delaware, Future Endeavors, and Aflac. The free conference was presented by Delaware Tech’s Entrepreneurship Program in collaboration with the division of Corporate and Community Programs

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COUNTY BANK DONATION - Ken Smith, executive director of the Delaware Housing Coalition (DHC), recently received $1,000 from Leslie Holland, Compliance & CRA officer of County Bank, in support of their work to increase the availability of affordable rental and for sale homes. Delaware Housing Coalition is the voice for safe, decent and affordable housing. For more information about DHC, call 302-678-2286 or visit www.housingforall.org.

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MORNING STAR • NOVEMBER 20 - 26, 2008

Bike trip across America covers 5,000 miles By Brandon Miller On June 4, Shawn Yoder embarked on a bike ride across America with his cousins Bruce and Evie Yoder. Their three-month long adventure took them from Portland, Maine, to Portland, Ore. Shawn, 25, of Cannon, a graduate of Greenwood Mennonite School, has a degree in biblical studies from Toccoa Falls College in Toccoa, Ga. He works for Sam Yoder & Son in Greenwood. “We wanted to do something fun,” he said of the motivation for the trip. “Bruce’s and Evie’s cousins had done a similar trip a couple of years before.” To kick off the trip, their fathers, Curtis and Ronnie Yoder, drove them up to Portland, Maine. They left Portland, having done little training beforehand. “The first part of the trip was hard,” said Shawn. “It wasn’t until a month into it that I felt like I was in good shape.” At the start of the trip they traveled 50-60 miles per day, but later they went 70-80 miles per day. On one particular day they traveled 167 miles, because they found themselves in a barren area without any good campsites. They carried cycling maps with them and combined some different bike routes. Most days started at around 7 a.m. and

they rode until 3 or 4 in the afternoon. They spent their nights at campgrounds. Breakfast usually consisted of oatmeal and granola bars at the campsite. For lunch they would pull over and eat peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. They ate dinner at the campsites. They usually bought food for dinner at the local grocery store. They ate a lot of bananas, nectarines, rice and beans, veggie wraps, sandwiches, tuna wraps, and ice cream cones. From Maine, they went to Buffalo, N.Y., and Niagara Falls. As they made their way across the country, they visited Mount Rushmore, Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park, which Shawn said was the highlight of the trip. In Anacortes, Wash., they finally saw the Pacific Ocean. “I ran in the water,” said Shawn. The cyclists put their front tires in the water and took a picture. Their trip wasn’t yet finished, however. From there, they went down to Portland, Ore. “We hung out in the city for a while,” said Shawn. “Portland is good, especially if you’re a cyclist.” It was in Portland that a family took them into their home. Then, some relatives from Salem, Ore., came and picked them up and took them to Salem. The entire journey concluded after a train Continued to page 49

Shawn Yoder with his cousins Bruce and Evie Yoder left June 4 on a 5,000-mile trip.

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IRS seeking residents missing economic stimulus payments The IRS is looking for Sussex residents who are missing 159 economic stimulus checks and 71 regular refund checks The IRS reminds Delawareans whose economic stimulus payments were returned to the IRS as undelivered by the post office that time is running out to provide the IRS with an updated address. For Delaware, the IRS has 654 returned stimulus checks with an average payment due of $595. Taxpayers who are missing a stimulus check must update their address with the IRS by November 28, 2008. By law, economic stimulus payments must be sent out by December 31, 2008. “If you think you are missing a stimulus check, don’t delay. Take a few minutes to go on IRS.gov or call the IRS stimulus hotline,” said Gregg Semanick, IRS Delaware spokesperson. Taxpayers can check the status of their check by using the “Where’s My Stimulus Payment?” tool on IRS.gov. Taxpayers without internet access can call the IRS rebate hotline at 866234-2942. The IRS also has 248 regular refund checks returned for Delaware taxpayers. These checks are not subject to the November 28 deadline for address updates and can be reissued at any time after a new address is provided. The Internal Revenue Service is looking for Sussex County residents who are missing 159 economic stimulus checks totaling $91,880 and 71 regular refund checks totaling $102,020 that were returned by the U.S. Postal Service due to mailing address errors. In some instances, a taxpayer may have both an undelivered stimulus payment and a regular refund. A list of residents by town follows: Greenwood – Dale F. Bowden, Joseph Millman, Timothy Wright. Bridgeville – Bryan J. Emory, Ernerst L. LeCat, Dedire B. McGinnis, Jason Perry Sr., John L. Rhodes, William T. Webb; Seaford – Kelly M. Bell, Timothy Bennett, Rosemary C. Betts, Bill M. Byrge, Douglas J. Calloway, Willio Castry, Peter J. Cephas, Chelsea Clayton, David P. Craft, Felipe Cruzz, Yranie Desrosiers, Joey Eatmon, David A. Eskridge, Patrick C. Fales,

Edilberto Flores, Edward & Carol W Hetzler Goodwin, Billy Graham, Jr., Billy Graham, Jr., Matthew K. Griffith, Mindy Hicks, Vernon G. & Marian H. Hill, Allen L. Johnson, Carroll R. & Barbara L. McDonnell, Phillips Monfiston, Samuel J. Moore, Jose L. Olivera Irizarry, Vimlaben M. Patel, Janet Profili, Bruce I. & Linda R. Reiner, Cassandra Reiner, Haylea Reiner, Nazario Campos Rubio, Robert Slaughter, Lindsay B. Williams, Armont Wilson, India S. Wilson, Sharon D. Winstead. Delmar - Frances H. Beish, Josh D. Evans, Roy C. & Patsy R. Merritt, Sr., Jennifer L. Morris, Burton Rementer. Laurel - Emanuel Beckett, Jr., Justin Bryan, Frank R. Santiago Cordero, Judith Desfines, Frederick Finney, Ronald Fowler, Ada Nely Gallegos Galaviz, Jamar M. Gamble, Michael D. Hadder, Robert T. Hensley, Christopher A. Higgins, Karen Higgins, Marion E. Horner, Jim W. Jernigan, Ronald J. Littleton, Mary L. Marcelin, Marcus J. & Tanya E. Mast, Anne E. McCallum, John M. Meadows, Richard Mellinger Sr., Thomas B. & Nancy D. Miller, Lillian D. Moore-Morris, Judy L. Morgan, Brandon S. Morris, Ronald L. Ross, Alfonso R. Smith, Steven R. Smith, Eric P. Swift, Kimberli A. Taylor, Kirkie J. & Teresa A. Williams, Dixie R. Wilson, Shannon L. Wootten, Timothy L. Wootten. Be aware of scams The Internal Revenue Service wants the public to know there may be a scam waiting in e-mail inboxes that looks very official but is dangerous to computers. “We’re getting reports of people getting an e-mail that appears to come from the IRS and tells recipients to respond to get their 2008 Economic Stimulus Refund,” said IRS spokesperson Gregg Semanick. Semanick says there are three things the IRS needs people to remember: • The IRS never sends unsolicited e-mails about your taxes. • If you get a scam e-mail, don’t access any links or attachments. • If you have filed a 2007 federal tax return with the IRS, you don’t need to do anything else to get a stimulus payment. The IRS will take care of the rest. According to Semanick, if you have accessed a link or attachment in a scam e-mail, you may have allowed the scammer to download malicious software to your computer and you should

immediately scan for viruses and spyware, plus be alert for suspicious activity on your financial accounts. “If you have actually responded to a scam e-mail by giving out your private information,” Semanick said, “you should immediately take steps to prevent identity theft. You may now be a

prime target.” “Taxpayers can help the IRS stop scammers by sending the original scam e-mail to the IRS at phishing@irs.gov. The e-mail must be forwarded using special instructions at IRS.gov or it loses the encoding needed to track it to its source,” Semanick said. For more information about

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MORNING STAR • NOVEMBER 20 - 26, 2008

David G. Horsey & Sons, Inc. of Laurel wins safety award By Carol Kinsley David G. Horsey & Sons Inc. of Laurel has won the Sentinel of Safety Award presented by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration and the National Mining Association. The award, represented by a three-foot tall bronze statue, is presented to mining operations in various categories for having the lowest no-days-lost injury incident rate nationwide. Initiated in 1925, the Sentinel of Safety is the oldest established award that recognizes occupational safety. “There was only one award for this size and type of operation in the United States this year,” said Don Foster, MSHA’s assistant district manager for the Northeastern District, who was on hand to make the presentation. The small dredge operation has worked 10,860 employee hours without a lost work day due to injury. “This is a big deal,” Foster said. “We are so proud to have you in our district,” he told David Horsey. He added, “We’ve got nothing but good things to say about this company.” Foster’s district stretches from Maine to Virginia and west to Ohio and includes 13 states. Robert Carter, area field supervisor, said, “The toughest part is doing it again. This is a phenomenal feat.” The feat may not be so hard to

replicate. Dale Webb, Horsey’s safety director for the company, cannot remember an injury during the entire 4.5 years he has been with the company. And Wayne Horsey, one of David G. Horsey’s three sons, all of whom are involved in the business, can’t remember it ever happening. The award was a surprise. Webb said he merely filled out the required quarterly reports and an end of the year report. “We got a phone call saying we were in the finals. We had no idea we were in the running. The next thing we knew, a big crate arrived, then two days later, the certificate and in two more days a big banner.” The statue, Webb said, is going to go in the home of David Horsey, “the top guy.” However, the stay will only be temporary. Next year they will have to crate it up and send it to the new winner. MSHA will send a replica for them to keep. Each employee will receive a Certificate of Accomplishment in Safety, which will be presented at the company Christmas party. There are six employees at the James Pit, located next to the Delaware Solid Waste Facility on Route 20. The sand and gravel operation there has been open since 2006. Horsey & Sons has been in operation since 1986. There are two other working sites, a third has been reclaimed.

Assistant District Manager with the Mine Safety and Health Administration Don Foster, far left, presented the Sentinel of Safety award — a very heavy, 3-foot tall bronze statue on the table behind them — to David G. Horsey. Horsey’s son Wayne is congratulated by Robert Carter, far right, assistant district manager, who holds a Certificate of Accomplishment in Safety for 10,860 employee hours without a lost work day due to injury. Photo by Carol Kinsley

Laurel Pier repair project closing extended DNREC’s Division of Fish and Wildlife announces that the handicapped pier at Records Pond and the adjoining parking lot at the corner of Front and Willow street in Laurel will remain closed until Thursday, Nov. 27. The pier is being repaired by adding new decking, benches, and handrails. “Repair work has taken longer than we anticipated,” said Rob Gano, project manager with the Division of Fish and Wildlife. “Several days of inclement weather have slowed our progress. When we complete the repairs, the pier will be safe for anglers and the public to enjoy.”

Laurel Fire Department Indoor Yard Sale The Delaware State Police Explorers in conjunction with the Laurel Fire Department Cadets are hosting an Indoor Yard sale this Saturday, Nov. 22, from 8 a.m. til 2 p.m. at the Laurel Fire Station. The Explorers and Cadets will be there to assist anyone with set up and take down of their items and all proceeds benefit the Laurel Fire Dept. Cadets and the DSP Explorers. Anyone interested in a display table or for more information should contact Donnie Grant at 443-926-4784 or Wendy Lowe at 302-228-8177.

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MORNING STAR • NOVEMBER 20 - 26, 2008

Teen Challenge makes progress on new building By Carol Kinsley Considering the deluge of rain on Thursday and Friday of last week, the coalition of 27 volunteer construction workers who gathered to put up walls and roof for the new Transitional Education Building at Delaware Teen Challenge in Seaford may have felt more like they were racing to build an ark. Teen Challenge residents pitched in to help the contractors, who had come from Seaford, Bridgeville, Greenwood, Laurel and Salisbury to finish the outside in three days time. “It’s remarkable how things are fitting together,” said Rusty Dukes of Dukes Lumber Co., who said he’s always had a heart for the Teen Challenge program nationwide because of its success stories. Despite the rain, by early Saturday afternoon the walls were up and the new roof was covered with tar paper. Shingles were completed on Monday. Siding will be put up soon. Plumbing, heating and electrical work will commence when funding is available. It was great progress for a project that had languished for a year as only a cement slab at the corner of 3rd and North Streets for lack of funding. The one-story building will serve as temporary emergency housing for area residents and as administrative offices until the next project — an education building with classrooms and space for administration — can be completed. It was also a great end to his second week as new executive director of Delaware Teen Challenge, said Pastor Bob Carey. A Delaware native and graduate of Newark High School, Carey had visited with family in Bridgeville over the summer and shared his calling to start a Teen Challenge center in Delaware. He was then assistant director of Life Challenge of Southeastern Michigan, a one-year, Christian growth program providing residential care for men and women with alcohol, drug and other life-controlling problems. Before the summer was out, Carey had met with the board of directors of the struggling Mission of Hope (formerly the Seaford Mission) and the board had voted to become a Teen Challenge Center. The name is somewhat of a misnomer. The program serves those 18 and older, and for now, in Seaford, will be limited to

men. While the tried and tested Teen Challenge International programs will be followed, there is no financing from the organization, which is based in Springfield, Mo. And, while Teen Challenge International is affiliated with the Assembly of God, and residents will attend the 1,500member Calvary Assembly of God in Dover on Sunday mornings, the association is not for the purpose of attaining funds, but for Teen Challenge to serve as a resource for the church, Carey clarified. “It’s all locally funded by churches, organizations and individuals,” Carey explained, just as the Mission of Hope had been. The board remains the same and will continue oversight. There are five paid staff members and local teachers who are continuing their volunteer services. “Our budget here this year is $200,000,” Carey said, “and we’re way shy of that.” Construction last week was made possible by a state grant that was awarded to the previous Mission of Hope. There is a continued need for food, paper products and men’s clothing in good condition, he said. Delaware Teen Challenge is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization, so donations are tax deductible. Men who come to Delaware Teen Challenge for help through the residency program are asked to pay an induction fee — “not because we need the money, but to separate those who want change from those who just want a hand out,” Carey explained. “We want to help people who are willing to help themselves,” he continued, adding that anyone who shows a real heart’s desire to change and cannot afford the fee would be provided the means to do so. The fee covers only a portion of the cost of four months of room, board and education at Teen Challenge, which Carey estimated to run about $1,000 a month. Those who complete the four-month program will go on to an eight-month residency program at a Teen Challenge in Rehrersburg, Pa. There, 300 men live, work and learn on a 500-acre farm, assisted in Biblical and vocational training by 85 staff members. “We are excited,” Carey said. “God is on the move, not only helping men with life-controlling problems but assisting families to get back on their feet.” The Delaware Teen Challenge Execu-

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A coalition of volunteers set an ambitious goal of completing the shell of a new Transitional Education Building for Delaware Teen Challenge (formerly Mission of Hope) in three days time. Rain made construction more difficult but did not dampen the spirits of those committed to completing the building which will serve as temporary emergency housing for area residents. Photos by Carol Kinsley

With the change from Mission of Hope to Delaware Teen Challenge comes a new executive director, Pastor Bob Carey, right, who was pleased to show Anthony Richards, executive director of Teen Challenge Jamaica, the construction progress on Saturday afternoon. Shingles were added to the roof on Monday.

tive Committee, along with the Seaford Ministerium which includes churches of all denominations in town, will set the policy for temporary stays in the emergency housing, Carey said. He envisions a

church sponsoring each individual or family who requires sheltering. For more information about Delaware Teen Challenge, visit www.delawareteenchallenge.org or call 629-2559.

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Program providing inexpensive food to ‘anybody’ Thanksgiving package, including a large chicken and ingredients for Thanksgiving dinner. Cost is $30. Lowe is not worried that someone who could afford to buy food at the grocery store opts instead to participate in Angel Food Ministries. The program buys food in bulk and more people who participate, the better,

By Lynn R. Parks In June, its first month of operation, the Angel Food Ministries program at the Laurel Church of the Nazarene had four customers. In September, 84 families bought food through the program. This month, the local chapter of Angel Food Ministries fed 116 families, as well as 29 senior citizens. Organizer Faith Lowe is not surprised that in five months, participation has increased more than twenty-fold. “I know that there are a lot of people who are hurting and who could really use this help,” said Lowe, who lives in Georgetown and who is a 28-year member of the church. “I am thankful that the church was able to become a host site. It is a real blessing to be able to help families in the community.” Angel Food Ministries, based in Monroe, Ga., provides food to people regardless of their income. “There are no qualifications,” said Lowe. “There is no paperwork to fill out and we don’t ask any questions. We help anybody and everybody.” In addition, Lowe said, all of the food is top quality. “There are no seconds, dented cans or stale produce,” she said. A box of food through Angel Food Ministries costs $30 and is supposed to feed a family of four. October’s box included four ribeye steaks, a four and 1/2-pound package of boneless chicken breasts, one pound of chicken strips, pork chops, meatballs and hot dogs. It also had in it a bag of frozen carrots, a bag of frozen mixed vegetables, milk, juice drink, a dozen eggs and a dessert. Lowe said that the same food purchased at a grocery store

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Volunteers Robert Hudson, left, and Jeremy Taylor help customers of Angel Food Ministries load up their purchases. People can buy food through the program, regardless of their income levels. Local sponsor is the Church of the Nazarene in Laurel. Photo by Pat Murphy

would cost $60 to $75. Families can purchase as many food boxes as they want. They can also, with the purchase of a food box, buy additional meat and a box of fresh fruit and vegetables. October’s fruit and veggie box, which cost $21, contained a head of cabbage, a head of lettuce, broccoli, onions, potatoes, apples, a pineapple and carrots. Angel Food Ministries also sells frozen meals, 10 to a box, to senior citizens. Cost per box is around $25. In October, meals included barbecued chicken with black-eyed peas, collard greens and applesauce; meatloaf with gravy, sweet potatoes, peas, mushrooms and green beans; and baked chicken, potatoes, threebean salad and peaches. Lowe said that Angel Food Ministries, a nonprofit and nondenominational organization, was founded in 1994 by ministers Joe and Linda Wingo after a large plant in their town closed down.

“There were a lot of families without work who needed food,” she said. “This all blossomed from that.” The program now operates in 35 states. Participants go to the sponsoring site monthly to place their orders. In Laurel, orders for November delivery will be accepted Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon, and again Wednesday, Nov. 5, 5 to 8 p.m. At the time of ordering, customers pay with cash, a money order or food stamps. No credit cards are accepted. After all the orders are in, Lowe turns them into Angel Food Ministries, which delivers the food to Laurel by truck. Customers come to the church to get their orders. There are plenty of volunteers there to help load the food into vehicles. November’s food pickup will be Saturday, Nov. 22. In November, customers will have the option to buy a special

she said. In any case, she said, many families who do not qualify for government assistance still have trouble buying enough food. “There are a lot of people who don’t qualify for food stamps but who still can’t afford to go to Wal-Mart,” she said. “Times are hard for everybody, whether they are working or not.”

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ATV giveaway helps DSP Needy Family project By Tony E. Windsor During the last Christmas season, Jeff and Patricia White of Delmar were experiencing the tragedy of a child suffering from cancer. Their 11-year-old son, Dylan, was being treated for a cancer that in his father’s words, “kept him in the hospital more than he was home.” While his son was undergoing eight months of chemotherapy and three separate surgeries at A.I. Dupont Children’s Hospital, Jeff White missed a lot of work. As tragic as the plight facing Jeff and Patricia was, they still had to consider their other two children, Dakota, 13, and Brandi, 9, and seek ways to ensure that they could still enjoy the holidays. This is where the Delaware State Police at Troop 5 stepped in. School officials in the Delmar School District were contacted by officers who were seeking needy families who could benefit from the State Police “Needy Family Project.” The White family was referred and Troop 5 officers brought Christmas gifts and other support to the family. Now, almost one year later, Dylan and his family helped draw the winning ticket for the giveaway of a 4-wheel all terrain vehicle donated by Harley-Davidson of Seaford. The drawing is the culmination of several months of sales of tickets at venues including The Punkin Chunkin and AppleScrapple festivals in Bridgeville, National Night Out in Seaford, and Harley-Davidson’s “Bike Week” in Seaford and Ocean City, Md. All proceeds from the 4-wheel ATV giveaway benefit the Troop 5 Needy Family Fund, the State Police Camp Barnes Project and the Troop 5 “Youth Explorers” Program. Jeff White said when the state police

called to see if he and his family were interested in taking part in the drawing, he wasted no time saying “yes.” White said his family appreciates what state police officers at Troop 5 did for his family. “I was out of work while my son was being treated for cancer and I am not sure what we would have done without the state police helping us,” he said. Patricia White echoed her husband’s sentiments, saying they were “honored” to be a part of the Troop 5 drawing. “After all they did for us we were more than happy to be here,” she said. “The Troop 5 Needy Family project is a wonderful thing.” Dylan is currently in remission for his cancer and he and his brother and sister joined state police officers, Spuck and Bill Bennett, of Harley-Davidson of Seaford and Jim Weller, owner of Weller Tires and Trailers in Bridgeville. Dylan drew the winning ticket belonging to John Uibel of Roxana. Weller has been donating his time and equipment for the past 15 years to help Troop 5 with its annual Christmas drive for needy families. “I really enjoy doing things to help in the community and this Troop 5 Needy Family project is such a worthwhile community program,” Weller said. Cpl. Tony Wallace, of Troop 5, spearheaded the 4-wheel ATV fundraiser, but was unavailable to attend the drawing held on Friday, Nov. 7 at Harley-Davidson of Seaford. On hand at the drawing was Cpl. Chuck Gross who helps to coordinate the Needy Family project and said the annual Christmas drive will continue, but continues to need the support of the community and local businesses. Gross said the project is able to help families, primarily in western Sussex

Dylan White (seated on ATV) drew the winning ticket for a Delaware State Police at Troop 5 giveaway that raised money for the annual "Christmas Needy Family Drive." Dylan and his family benefitted from last year's Needy Family program. Pictured surrounding Dylan are (from left) Brandi White, Dylan's sister; Cpl. Chuck Gross, DSP at Troop 5; Lt. Mark Rust, DSP Troop 5; Jim Weller of Weller's Tires and Trailers; Bill Bennett and Spuck Bennett, of Harley-Davidson of Seaford; Dylan White; Dakota White, Dylan’s brother; Patricia and Jeff White, Dylan's parents and Capt. Greg Nolt of Troop 5. Photo by Tony Windsor

County, and also works with state agencies to serve people who have emergency needs. “We have helped with paying fuel bills, provided support when families have serious medical issues and in one case we even provided a washer and dryer for a family who were in need. We can’t help everybody, but we do what we can.” Gross said the state police will also refer families to other charity resources and state agencies who can provide help. Capt. Greg Nolt, of Troop 5, said the Camp Barnes youth project is operated by the Delaware State Police, but receives no state or federal funding. The proceeds

from the ATV drawing will be used to support that program which sponsors area youth to stay at the Camp during the summer. Proceeds also support the Delaware State Police Law Enforcement Explorer Post from Troop 5. The Explorers Post is made up of youth ages 14 to 20, who are presently enrolled in school full-time, maintains a minimum GPA of 2.5 and have no criminal history. Cpl. Gross said anyone wishing to contribute to the Troop 5 Needy Family Project can do so by contacting officers at 302-337-1090.

Governor Minner’s spending controls plan includes hiring freeze Governor Ruth Ann Minner announced Monday that the state would go even further in its efforts to control state spending as a result of this week’s meeting of the Delaware Economic Forecast Advisory Council. The Delaware Economic Forecast Advisory Council, reduced projected revenues for the current fiscal year by $151.7 million and cut Fiscal 2010 revenues by $303.7 million. “Unfortunately, we must take immediate action to reduce state spending in light of the continually deteriorating economic

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forecast,” Minner said. “We have had a number of management controls in place since the beginning of the fiscal year. We will make these even more restrictive to ensure that we continue to balance the budget. Unfortunately, even with our best efforts, this is a problem that will not be resolved for several months.” Minner has re-instituted a hiring freeze and requested that state agencies submit a 7 percent cut in their budgets for the current fiscal year, as well as cuts of up to 15 percent for the upcoming fiscal year. No mid-year budget cuts are being re-

quested of public or higher education. That is in addition to the review for purchase orders over $2,500 and no job reclassifications, both of which were already in place. DEFAC reduced projected revenues in nearly every major revenue category, including personal income taxes, corporate income taxes, corporate franchise taxes, bank franchise taxes and realty transfer taxes. Combined with the September Advisory Council results, estimates since July have fallen $190.6 million for the current fiscal year and $395 million for the up-

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coming fiscal year. The hiring freeze does not include the legislature, judiciary, higher education or local school districts, nor does it pertain to previously approved positions in health and safety or 24-hour institutional settings or employees who are eligible for return to merit rights, as well as critical transition hires. DEFAC will meet again on December 15. Estimates from that meeting will be the basis for Minner’s recommended operating and capital budgets released in January.

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Entries sought for Junior Chefs Rockfish Cook-Off competition Now’s the time to encourage the next generation of seafood chefs to experiment with rockfish. Chefs between the ages of 11 and 17 are encouraged to enter their best rockfish recipes in the Junior Chefs Rockfish Cook-Off, to be held at the 11th Anniversary East Coast Junior Watermen’s Program on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, in Ocean City, Md. The cook-off will feature five finalists in each of two age groups: 7–11 and 12–17. The finalists will compete for cash prizes and plaques — $200 and a plaque for first place, $100 and a plaque for second place, and $50 and a plaque for third place. All finalists will receive rockfish pins, aprons and certificates. All entries, which should be an original

entrée or main dish, are due by Friday, Dec. 12. Finalists will be notified by Wednesday, Dec. 17. Four judges will evaluate entries on originality, predominance of rockfish, taste, and texture, said Doris Hicks, seafood specialist for the Delaware Sea Grant Marine Advisory Service. On the day of the contest, each finalist will receive two pounds of rockfish fillets to use. All other ingredients, cooking appliances and utensils are the contestants’ responsibility. Parental permission and supervision must be provided. For a list of official rules and regulations, and an entry form, visit www.ocean.udel.edu/seagrant/images/kidscookseafood2009.pdf or e-mail Hicks at dhicks@udel.edu.

Junior chefs are encouraged to enter their winning recipe for rockfish. The Junior Chefs Rockfish Cook-Off will be held on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, in Ocean City, Md.

Delaware Electric Cooperative returns $1 million to members Delaware Electric Cooperative announces it is retiring $1 million that will go to its member owners. The members share the profits in the form of capital credit refunds. “The Cooperative works hard every day to keep rates as low as possible but it is reassuring to know that when there are profits, they go back to the members,” said Rob Book, manager of Government and

Community Relations. This year, Delaware Electric Cooperative is retiring $1 million in Capital Credits to its member owners. If a present member has eligible Capital Credits of $30 or higher they will receive a check. If the amount of the Capital Credit is $29.99 or below, members will receive a credit on their November or December bill.

“Capital Credits distinguish cooperatives from any other business model,” said Book. “Certainly in Delaware there is no other utility giving money back to their consumers and this check or billing credit should serve as a testament to the efficient and responsible management by the Cooperative Board of Directors and staff.” Checks will be in the mail the week of

November 24 and will reach the intended member just in time for the Christmas shopping season. Delaware Electric Cooperative is retiring Capital Credits for the year 1987. Delaware Electric Cooperative is a member-owned utility serving over 74,000 Kent and Sussex County member-owners. For more information visit www.delaware.coop.

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Hospice planning annual Sussex Festival of Trees The Festival of Trees’ volunteer organizing committee for Sussex County has outdone themselves again, working tirelessly all year to create the premier fundraiser of the holiday season. With the Festival scheduled for Dec. 57 at Delaware Technical and Community College’s Carter Partnership Center in Georgetown, final preparations are underway. Peggy Dolby, assistant director of development, said, “We’re so excited about this year’s festival with about 130 sponsors providing more than 65 trees and 75 wreaths on display. A “Visit to the North Pole” will be held for children on Saturday, Dec. 6 and includes photos with Santa, craft tables and games." The following events will be held during the Festival of Trees: Friday, Dec. 5 - Gala and Live Auction, 6 to 9 p.m., $30 per person, 855-2344 Saturday, Dec. 6 - General admission, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., $3 adults/$1 students under 10 Saturday, Dec. 6 - Visit to North Pole, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., $5 per person, 8552344 Sunday, Dec. 7 - General admission, noon to 3 p.m., $3 adults/$1 students under 10. Sunday, Dec. 7 - Memorial service, 3

to 4 p.m. (for Delaware Hospice families) Delaware Hospice gratefully acknowledges the tireless efforts of everyone involved in organizing the Festival of Trees, including the organizing committee, the event volunteers, and folks who spend their day setting up the trees and wreaths and then those who help take it down at the close of the festivities. There’s still time to sponsor trees and wreaths. To participate in this fundraiser, contact Peggy Dolby at 302-856-7717, ext. 2123. For more information, visit www.delawarehospice.org or call 800838-9800.

‘A Christmas Carol’

Possum Point Players brings the famous Alan Menken-Lynn Ahrens-Mike Okrent version of “A Christmas Carol: The Musical” to their stage. The holiday classic opens on Friday, Dec. 5 at 8 p.m. Rick Trice of Seaford plays Ebenezer Scrooge. The Broadway production had a cast of 77 while the Possum production will have 39. The production is expected to play to sell-out crowds. Performances are Dec. 5, 6, 12, 13 at 8 p.m. and on Dec. 7 and 14 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available for $18 ($17 for seniors or students) by calling the Possum Ticketline at 302-856-4560.

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Senator Carper recently visited Wilmington University's Dover site to discuss the "New GI Bill" that goes into effect next fall.

Carper introduces new GI Bill Senator Thomas Carper recently visited Wilmington University’s Dover site to announce an enhancement of the GI Bill known as the Post 9/11Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008 or ‘New GI Bill’. This new program will go into effect in the fall of 2009 and will offer a more comprehensive set of benefits to veterans. “The new Post 9/11 GI Bill works a little differently,” said Carper adding that the new bill provides a more comprehensive set of benefits than its predecessor the

Montgomery GI Bill. Veterans are eligible for the Post 9/11 GI Bill after they have served 90 continuous days of active duty and 36 months of total service. The bill covers tuition costs, housing stipend, books and tutoring for four years for all eligible veterans. The costs are based on the most expensive in—state undergraduate tuition rates: the University of Delaware. Veterans may receive a total of up to $75,920 for a fouryear institution.

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Community Bulletin Board Seaford display

Leaf removal

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

Regional Buiders - Toys for Tots

Regional Builders, Inc. has begun its annual toy collection drive for the Toys for Tots program. This program, conducted by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, collects and distributes toys to needy children in the community. Drop off new, unwrapped toys at Regional Builders, Inc., 300 High St., Seaford. Donations will be accepted on weekdays between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. through Dec. 12. You may also make a tax-deductible donation to Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, PO Box 1947, Marine Corps Base, Quantico, VA 22134.

Century 21 Tull Ramey - Toys for Tots

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

Library poinsettia sale

The Friends of the Seaford District Library are once again selling poinsettias for the upcoming holiday season. Decorate your home or business and support the various programs offered at the Seaford District Library. Beautiful 5” pots provided by Jeff’s Greenhouses will be available for purchase at the price of $6 each or four for $20. Order forms are available at the Seaford District Library. Pick up will be on Friday, Dec. 5. Delivery is available to local businesses. Orders must be placed by Monday, Nov. 24. For further information contact Connie Halter at 628-0554.

For several years Kenna Nethken and Cheryl Webster, owners of Cut’Em Up Tree Care of Delaware in Seaford, have been sponsoring a holiday display at their home and business in Middleford. This year they invite area residents to drive through the display. The drive through will be well marked and will be opening the first weekend in December for residents of the greater Seaford area. The display will be open every evening from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. weather permitting, and will be open through New Year’s weekend. Donations are greatly appreciated. From Rt. 13 (Dunkin’Donuts) travel west on Middleford Road towards Georgetown. At the stop sign turn left and the display will be visible on the left.

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Seaford Christian Academy students in grades 1st - 8th, and the High School Sound Waves will be presenting a concert on Thursday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. in the SCA Gym. Everyone is welcome to attend to hear what students have been learning in class this fall, and to enjoy beautiful Christmas music as we celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ, God’s Son. Call 629-7161, ext. 130, for further information.

Prayer breakfast

Rise-n-Shine to a prayer breakfast at Seaford Golf & Country Club starting at 8 a.m. Advanced tickets sales only; $20 (No tickets will be sold after Jan 15, 2009). The MLK Community Recognition Award will be presented to Regina Batson, a longtime educator dedicated to Seaford School District. Come out and enjoy a scrumptious breakfast buffet, live entertainment, and gripping power points on the visionary Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The celebration continues at the Seaford High School from 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is only $2. Special appearance by: Artist Earl Hardy Sobers, the Rev. Brian Nixon reciting, “I Have a Dream Speech,” also featuring a Teen Summit, open mic, live entertainment, creative dance, vendors, free lunch, step

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DuPont Golden Girls luncheon

31st DuPont Golden Girls luncheon, Thursday, Dec. 4, at 11 a.m., at the Seaford Golf and Country Club. The cost is $15, for more info call Jackie 875-7625.

Seaford class of ‘83 reunion

The Seaford Class of 1983 will hold its 25-year reunion on Saturday, Nov. 29, at the Nanticoke River Yacht Club, Blades, from 7:30-11:30 p.m. Visit classmates.com to RSVP. Formal invitations will also be mailed out. If you do not receive one, contact Dawn Collins (Dukes) at 302-841-5682 or Suzanah Smoot (Montague) at 302-7451974.

Santa Claus visit

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

MORNING STAR • NOVEMBER 20 - 26, 2008 purchased at either the Ross Mansion on Saturday or Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. or at the Seaford Museum on Thursday through Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. The drawing will take place on the last day of the 2008 Victorian Christmas, which is Sunday, Dec. 14.

Victorian Christmas

The annual Victorian Christmas at the Ross Mansion, Dec. 12, 13 and 14, will once again feature a Christmas Boutique. Each member of the Seaford Historical Society is asked to contribute one item. Handmade gifts in the price range of $10 to $20 are especially popular. Items may be left in the gray box on the front porch of the Ross Mansion at any time. For questions call Diane Thomas at 629-2085 or Shirley Skinner at 629-9378.

Breakfast cafe

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

Seaford class of ‘73

The Seaford class of 1973 reunion will be held on Saturday, Nov. 29, at 6 p.m. For more information and reservations call or email Mike Wheatley, 629-2498 or wheatley5@comcast.net.

Carols for Christmas

The Southern Delaware Choral Society Christmas concert, “A Newborn Child: Cantatas and Carols for Christmas,” will be presented Saturday, Dec. 13, at 7 p.m. at the Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church in Seaford, and on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 3 p.m. at St. Edmund’s Roman Catholic Church in Rehoboth Beach. The cost for tickets will be $15 for adults and $10 for students. Tickets are available by calling 226-5231 or at www.brownpapertickets.com

SHS alumni social

The Seaford High School Alumni Association is sponsoring its annual fall social at the Seaford Golf & Country Club on Friday, Nov. 28, from 6-9 p.m. The executive board invites you to spend time with classmates and fellow alumni to revel in fond memories of times spent at SHS. Snacks and a cash bar will be available. Call Donna Hastings Angell at 629-8077 with any questions.

Class of ‘88 reunion

The Seaford High School class of ‘88 20-year reunion will be Saturday, Nov. 29, at the banquet center next to Jimmy’s Grill Restaurant in Bridgeville. The reunion will be from 6 - 10 p.m. with a cocktail hour from 6 - 7 p.m., and dinner at 7. The cost is $75 a couple and $37.50 for a single. This includes dinner and entertainment. Contact Cathy Hastings (Maas) at dcat5186@hotmail.-com, Lexie Ketterman (Kingree) at lexketterman@gmail.com or Angie Zebley (Mitchell) at angie@tullramey.com with contact information.

Historical Society raffle

The Seaford Historical Society raffle offers a luxurious condo in either Williamsburg or Myrtle Beach for a week in 2009 as the prize. Raffle tickets are $5 each or five tickets for $20 and may be

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need a helping hand during this holiday season. Our goal is 250 non-perishable food items to be donated by Nov. 24. Help us meet this goal. In return for your generosity, every three non-perishable items you donate, you receive one free tan. You can earn up to ten free tans. Our donations will continue for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday. Deadline for Christmas donations is Dec. 22.

Mentors needed

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

Miss Delaware dinner

Join Miss Delaware 2008, Galen Giaccone, for dinner on Monday, Nov. 24, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Georgia House, located on 300 Delaware Ave., in Laurel. The event will feature piano performances by Miss Delaware and a buffet-style dinner. The proceeds will benefit the Children’s Miracle Network, the National Platform of the Miss America Organization. Galen, a native of Wyoming, Del., will compete for the title of Miss America 2009 in January in Las Vegas. Tickets are $16.99 and may be obtained by calling Linda Pusey at 302-947-9065.

Upward Basketball

It’s time to sign up for Upward basketball for boys and girls ages 6 and now up to age 13. Upward is more than a game. Every child is a winner. Registration forms are available at Laurel Wesleyan Church on Rt.13A in Laurel or the Boys and Girls Club in Seaford and Laurel. Registration is $50, scholarships & multi child discounts available. Sign up by Nov. 25. For more information contact the church at 875-5380.

Christmas in Bridgeville

The Bridgeville Historical Society will host its 33rd Annual Christmas in Bridgeville Craft Show on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Woodbridge High School, Laws Street, Bridgeville. The craft show will include more than 60 vendors, selling a large assortment of holiday gift items. The show will include raffles for a 50-50 and antique furniture item. More than 40 door prizes will be given away. Admission is free and all proceeds benefit the non-profit Bridgeville Historical Society.

Free Thanksgiving Dinner

Union United Methodist Church, 2 N. Laws St., Bridgeville, is holding its 10th annual community Thanksgiving Dinner at noon on Thursday, Nov. 27, in the church’s fellowship hall. Admission is free and all are welcome. Donations are accepted. For details call the church office at 337-7409.

Laurel High School class of ‘98 is planning a class reunion. Contact Megan Jones at megj22@comcast.net or phone 8415835 with contact information.

Yard & bake sale

Laurel American Legion Auxiliary Unit #19 is holding their annual yard and bake sale at the American Legion Post Home on Rt. 24. Saturday, Nov. 22 from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., no early birds. All proceeds to benefit Veteran’s Rehabilitation and Affairs.

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Craft and yard sale

Laurel Fire Department DSP Troop 4 will hold a craft and yard sale, Saturday, Nov. 22, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 205 West 10th St. Come to shop or table spots $25 each. Contact Wendy Lowe 228-8177. Benefits LFD Junior Program DSP Troop 4 Explorer Program.

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‘It’s a wonder-full life’

It’s a wonder-full life, but would it be without the real meaning of Christmas? The Children at Laurel Wesleyan Church invite you to a Christmas musical about the best gift at Christmas. Join us Saturday, Dec. 6, at 6 p.m. or Sunday, Dec. 7, at 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Nursery will be provided. Laurel Wesleyan Church is located north of Laurel on Rt. 13A. For more information call 875-5380.

Laurel Chamber events

Dec. 5 – Christmas parade, 7 p.m. Dec. 9 – Open house/ribbon cutting, Members Christmas Party, Laurel chamber office 4-7:30 p.m.

Holiday food drive

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Bridgeville’s caroling in the park

The Town of Bridgeville will host their annual caroling in the park on Friday, Dec. 5, at 6:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Historical Society Park on the corner of Delaware Ave. and William St. Bring a canned good donation for needy families. Come for fun, fellowship and a visit from Santa Claus.

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Veterans Day program

Georgetown Christmas Parade

The Ladies Auxiliary of Greenwood Memorial VFW Post 7478 on 2 Governors Ave. in Greenwood is sponsoring a pet food and pet toys drive during the month of November to benefit the SPCA in Georgetown. Items needed include: clean large towels, thin blankets with no filler, cat toys, dog toys, dog treats, cat treats, Beaverdam Hi-Pro Dog food (only dry dog food used), any brand dry cat food, clay cat litter (non-clumping), plastic colanders, leashes & collars (sm., med. & lg.), and baby gates. Contact Michaele Russell, president, for more information at 302349-4220.

Christmas craft night

Do you have trouble finding a way to display your Christmas cards every year? Come to the Greenwood Library on Friday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. and make an adorable Christmas card wreath. The wreath, made of clothespins, craft wire and beads, is simple enough for younger children yet ready for an individual creative touch. The craft is free and open to all, but children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. To register, please call 349-5309 or stop by the front desk at the library. Pre-registration is required by Nov. 26.

You are invited to join the students of Greenwood Mennonite School for their annual Christmas concert series celebrating the birth of Jesus. This Christmas season we will offer two opportunities for you to enjoy traditional Christmas music that celebrates the true meaning of Christmas. On Tuesday Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. join the Elementary K-6th grades. The program will feature a kindergarten class drama presentation of the Christmas story under the direction of Kevin Yoder. On Thursday Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. join middle and high school grades. The program will feature the Middle School Choir, the Junior High Chorus, Senior High School Chorale, Ensemble and a combined Mass Choir under the direction of Kevin Yoder. Also featured for the evening will be the Junior and Senior High School bands doing a number of instrumental selections under the direction of Lowell Bechtel. Admission is free. The school is located at 12802 Mennonite School Road between Routes 16 & 36 just east of Greenwood. Visit www.gms-flames.org for more in-

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A “Christmas” Longaberger Basket Bingo, benefiting the Miss Delaware’s Outstanding Teen Organization, will be held Tuesday, Nov. 25, at the Millsboro Fire Company Banquet Hall, Millsboro. The event will include 20 bingo games with Longaberger Baskets as prizes. Doors open at 6 p.m. and games begin and 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. For advance tickets and additional information call Georgeann White at 302-934-9797 or email ghwhite70@aol.com. The Millsboro Fire Company is located on 109 State St., Millsboro. For more information visit www.MDOTeen.org

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

A free Thanksgiving dinner will be held on Nov. 27, beginning promptly at noon and ending at 1:30 p.m. It will be provided by Bethel United Methodist Church and served in the Bethel Community House. Directions: west of Seaford at north end of Oak Grove Road.

Ruritan’s Ham and Turkey Shoot

The Ellendale Ruritan Club ham and turkey shoot, Saturday, Nov. 22, (rain date Nov. 29) at 11:30 a.m., at Ellendale VFW, on V.F.W. Road. Directions: 1/2 mile south of U.S. 113 and 16 intersection). Refreshments will be available for sale. (If

The Georgetown Christmas “Balloon” Parade is set for Thursday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. The chamber is seeking sponsors for the balloons to help offset the cost of the balloons and the gas to fill them. Sponsors can choose a balloon and level of sponsorship, will be able to have their sign or banner carried in front of the balloon, will be announced as the sponsor of that balloon by the parade MC’s David Marvel and WBOC’s Dennis Ketterer. Applications are now being accepted for entries in the parade. There is no charge to enter the parade. For more information on both sponsoring and entering the parade, go to www.georgetowncoc.com and click the Reindeer link, email info@georgetowncoc.com or phone 302-856-1544.

Sussex County pageant

Twenty-six contestants from all over Sussex County will take center stage on Friday, Nov. 21 and Saturday, Nov. 22, at Georgetown Middle School located on West Market Street in Georgetown. The Little Miss, Juvenile Miss and Junior Miss program will take place on Friday evening beginning at 6:30 p.m., with pre-show entertainment at 6 p.m. The Teen and Miss program will take place on Saturday evening beginning at 6 p.m., with preshow entertainment at 5:30 p.m. Five divisions will be competing for the titles of Little Miss, Juvenile Miss and Junior Miss, Miss Teen and Miss Sussex County 2009. The Little Miss contestants are: Dyasia Briddell of Millsboro, Dynasia

‘Sounds of the Season’

On Dec. 7, the 3rd Annual “Sounds of the Season” Christmas Concert will take place at Delmar Senior High School. As in prior years, all proceeds will benefit local programs for the American Cancer Society through Relay For Life. A Chinese Auction will once again feature unique options for Christmas gifts, door prizes will be awarded, and refreshments will be sold throughout the concert. Local performers include Lori (Miller) Lee, Lori Jones, the Delmar High School and Seventh Grade Choirs, and the Greenwood Mennonite High School Ensemble. Doors will open at 1:30 p.m. with the concert beginning at 2 p.m. Tickets are available by calling 6292366, or at the door the day of the concert.

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PAGE 20 Briddell of Millsboro, Brynn Parker of Georgetown and Megan Smith of Millsboro. The Juvenile Miss contestants are: Macey Hayes of Georgetown, Ka’tasia Horsey of Georgetown, Grace Nichols of Greenwood, Joslin Nichols of Greenwood, Brooke Parker of Georgetown and Madison Rice of Georgetown. The Junior Miss contestants are: Candice BannisterGibbs of Georgetown, Rytasia Briddell of Millsboro, Rachel Buckler of Georgetown, Monica Porter of Seaford, Jenna Simmons of Dagsboro and Jackelyn Toggart of Millsboro. The Miss Teen contestants are: Kristen Clausen of Georgetown, Kalie Cooper of Frankford, Jenna Hitchens of Georgetown, Michelle Roblero-Ochoa of Georgetown and Bethany Redman of Seaford. The Miss contestants are: Chelsea Betts, Lauren Goslee, Kristina Maynard, Shalia Gillis and Erin Magnin. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Adults are $15 and Children $10 under the age of twelve. For more information or tickets, call 302-855-9595.

Hall of Fame

The public is invited to the Marvel Carriage Museum in Georgetown Sunday, Nov. 23, to hear open presentations for the Delaware Sports Hall of Fame 2009 election. The event begins at 1 p.m. Individuals who have been nominated for 2009 ballot consideration may have a fiveminute presentation given by a supporter to have their name placed on the Delaware Sports Hall of Fame ballot when mailed early next year. For more information or to schedule a presentation, contact Ben Sirman in Seaford at 629-6556 or Ells Edwards in Wilmington at 7642210. Another nomination public meeting will be held in on Sunday Dec. 7, at State Police Troop #2 in Bear.

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Money has to be paid in time to make reservations for all trips. • Dec. 5 - The American Music Theater to see “Christmas Show.” Cost is $65. Enjoy holiday songs and comedy sketches. Also an appearance of Santa. There will be time to Christmas shop at the Rockvale Outlets and have lunch on your own before going to the theater. • Mar. 9-11 - Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun Casinos, three days, $240. Deluxe accommodations at the Great Cedar Hotel. Visit the new MGM Grand Hotel casino (all connected). Breakfast and dinner buffets included, plus more. Bus leaves Peebles parking lot in Seaford. Contact Rose Wheaton at 629-7180 for details.

‘Narnia’ exhibit

Embroiders’ Guild

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

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Farmington Fire Company and Ladies Auxiliary to hold annual memorial service. This event will be held on Nov. 23, at 6:30 p.m. at the Farmington Fire House. The event is held to honor our past service members for both the fire service and the auxiliary. Entertainment will be provided by Two Mile Road. The event is open to the public and refreshments will be served. For more information, call the Farmington Fire House at 398-4445.

Heritage month

Sight & Sound

The Nanticoke Indian Association, Inc. will be celebrating Native American Heritage Month during the month of November. To celebrate this month, on Nov. 28, the association will offer free admission to their museum from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come and join us for a day of dancing, food, and celebration of our heritage.

Seaford Recreation’s 17th annual Radio City Christmas Spectacular is set for Sunday, Dec. 7, and is now taking registrations. Cost is $145 and seats are in orchestra section. There will be a few hours after the show to tour New York City. Call 629-6809.

Nanticoke Senior Center’s trip to Franklin Institute ‘Narnia’ Exhibit will be on Thursday, Jan. 15 at 8 a.m. Trip includes: motor coach transportation, admission to Franklin Institute, lunch at Old Country Buffet, all tips and gratuities. Cost is $60 for members and $65 for non-members. Round trip bus transportation, four nights accommodations, four breakfasts, one box lunch on river cruise with live entertainment, four dinners, luggage handling, step on tour guide, shopping/free time, Broadway at the Beach, four live shows: Legends in Concert, Carolina Opry, Good Vibrations & the Alabama Theatre. Single: $1,171; Double: $885; Triple: $805; Quad: $800. Depart April 13 at 5 a.m., return April 17 at 8:30 p.m. Accommodations: The Caravelle Resort (ocean front rooms) www.thecaravelle.com. Must have full deposit by Feb. 1, 2009. RSVP by Nov. 1, with a $200 deposit. Contact: Kay Carrier at 875-7877 carrier29@msn.com, or DotWolfgang at 846-2366, dotw10@yahoo.com. You do not have to be a member of the Delmar Alumni Association.

Annual Memorial Service

day, Nov. 29, at 5 a.m. Cost is $35 for adults, children, nineyears old and under is $17.50. Money is due by Saturday, Nov. 15. Bus leaves from Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 108 First St., Bridgeville. Deacon James Stewart at 337-7003.

Laurel Senior Center Trip to Sight & Sound, “Miracle of Christmas,” on Dec. 9. Cost is $90 and includes transportation, show & dinner at Shady Maple Smorgasbord.

Englishtown

Bus trip to Englishtown Flea Market in New Jersey on Satur-

Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 12-04 meets the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Nanticoke River Yacht Club in Blades. Call Wayne Hickman at 6296337 for details. The Sussex County Advisory Committee for the Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities will meet at the Sussex County West Administrative Complex, North DuPont Highway, Georgetown, at 10 a.m. Agendas and minutes can be viewed on the county’s website at www.sussexcountyde.gov. All meetings are open to the public For more information, call Raymond Moore, Chair, at 436-8132.

SCWDC meeting

The Sussex County Women’s Democrat Club will hold its regular monthly meeting at 11:30 a.m. on Nov. 20, at Sussex Pines Country Club, Georgetown. A business meeting is scheduled with a Thanksgiving luncheon. Members are asked to bring a friend and newcomers are always welcome. Dinner will cost $13 per person. For details and reservations, call Catherine King 628-4812 or e-mail Ladycdk@comcast.net. Submit Bulletin Board items by noon, Thursday. Send to Morning Star Publications - PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973, email to editor@mspublications. com or drop off at 628 West Stein Hwy., Seaford.

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Baseball foundation banquet includes hall of fame induction I attended the Eastern Shore Baseball Foundation banquet SatAT URPHY urday night and I am glad I did, as I thought it was one of the best Bill played for the Delmar ones I have attended. Besides that, two friends, John Railroaders and later was Adler, formerly of Delmar, and a very important part of Bill Lecates from Georgetown Delmar Little League, were inducted into the foundastarting the Senior tion’s hall of fame. John is recentLeague program. As the ly remembered as a coach for Peaky’s entry in the Eastern Shore mayor of Delmar, he worked to see the Mason League and was a star player at Wesley and West Virginia WesDixon Sports Complex leyan, a true baseball man. built. I have gotten to know Bill Lecates the last several years the director of the Department of Comthrough business with the Star, as he is munity Development and Housing. He is also a big Phillies’ fan and actually, almost signed with the team in the late 1960s. This is his fourth hall of fame selection, which is quite a feat in itself. A 1968 Georgetown graduate, he received honors through high school and college as a player, honors that are too numerous to mention here. He coached girls softball and was the first baseball coach at Del The Eastern Shore Ballet Theater will Tech. present the “Nutcracker” on Saturday, No honor to Bill was greater than the Dec. 6, at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sunachievements his daughter made in softday, Dec. 7, at 2 p.m. in the Wicomico ball. To say he is proud of her would be High School auditorium, Salisbury. putting it mildly. Artistic director Elena ManakhovaA few years ago, Bill told me to stop Amy is a graduate of the Kirov Ballet by his office as he had something for me. School and the Vaganova Academy in It was a 2-foot by 3-foot picture of Phils Russia. Guest dancers are Alexander Bojko, Nukri Mamistvalov and Angela Marie Zintchenko. Ticket prices are $15 for adults and $10 for students and seniors. Tickets are available at all Bank of Delmarva locations, the Salisbury Wicomico Arts Council, the Salisbury Studio of Dance in Fruitland and Dance B ank-issued, FDIC- insured to $100,000 Wear Etc. in the Court Plaza shopping center. *APY For more information, call Nicole at 410-546-5642 or Betty at 410-742-2858.

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to us. The Bible Center, part of United Deliverance Bible Center in Laurel, will feed the hungry this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the center. It is a preThanksgiving meal and I’m sure they feed more than 100 people that day in a great church effort. Sherry Beauchamp has moved to her new location on Duel Rt. 13 south, between Laurel and Delmar. She has doubled her Just For Kids store and is now carrying a line of new clothes as well as the mostly new ones for kids as well as a great supply of like new toys. She also has school uniforms and much more. Sherry is giving away a youth all-terrain vehicle for her grand opening. Stop by and meet one of the nicest people around. That little shopping center is growing. Crown Trophy, Tangles Beauty Salon and several other stores are located there just south of Laurel. The Laurel Christmas Parade is Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. I want all the youngsters and Gene Wright to know that Doris Marine and her sleigh will again be bringing Santa Claus to town for the big event. The Laurel Chamber of Commerce Christmas party will be on Dec. 9, at the chamber office. All members are invited to attend. The party will go from 4 to 7:30 p.m.

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

Fall Fundraiser begins Christ the Cornerstone Community Church is starting its fall fundraiser. A selection of crafts, gifts, and decorations available until Dec. 15. To view these items, stop by the church, or call 8758150 for time availability. Church is located at the corner of Seaford Road and Bethel Road, Laurel.

‘God Thing’ Our country should not be surprised at the recent downturn of the nation’s economy, according to Pastor Timothy Jones of the Lighthouse Church of Laurel. According to Second Chronicles, God promises to heal a nation if we humble ourselves, pray and turn from what we as a nation have been doing. Pastor Jones is calling upon Delmarva’s churches to participate in 40 days of prayer and supplication ending Nov. 23, to ask for God’s Divine Intervention, God’s wisdom and as a call for repentance. Pastor Jones is preparing to present a program designed to help people get out of debt, to help people achieve practical methods of living within one’s means, and finally achieve financial freedom.

The doors of The Lighthouse Church will be open during certain hours of the day and evening so that anyone can come and pray. For more information, call 8757814, or visit the church at 27225 Kaye Road, Laurel.

Gospel Café Gospel Café of Centenary United Methodist Church, corner of Poplar and Market streets, Laurel meets every Saturday night from 6 to 9 p.m., featuring Bruce and Nancy Willey Music Ministry. Live Christian Music – Fellowship – Refreshments. Guest singers: Nov. 22 – Cassandra Abbott, Kaila Clucas, Don White and Dan Welch. Nov. 29 – Good News Tour (Singing from their new CD) Sam Hearn, Frank Silva, Mary Ann Riggi and Amanda Jones. For more information contact Bruce & Nancy Willey at 875-5539 or 875-7339.

Latin mass A Latin mass according to the Missal of 1962 is celebrated on the third Sunday of every month at 3 p.m. at Holy Cross Church in Dover. The mass will be celebrated on Nov. 16. The mass is always a Missa Cantata using traditional Gregorian chant. For further information, call 302674-5781.

Upward basketball It’s time to sign up for Upward basketball for boys and girls ages 6 and now up

CHRISTMAS CANTATA - The choir and drama team of First Baptist Church of Seaford invite you and your family to their annual Christmas cantata on Sunday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. Nursery will be provided. First Baptist will be presenting "Christmas On The Air" by Ron and Shelly Hamilton. Shown here are members of Seaford Christian Academy's Sound Waves, their handbell choir. For more information, call 302-629-7161, ext. 116.

to age 13. Upward is more than a game. Every child is a winner. Registration forms are available at Laurel Wesleyan Church on Rt. 13A in Laurel or the Boys and Girls Club in

Seaford and Laurel. Registration is $50, scholarships & Multi child discounts available. Sign up by Nov. 25. For more information contact the church at 875-5380.

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

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

St. John’s United Methodist Church

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

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

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

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

CHURCH OF CHRIST

1010S .C entral Ave., Laurel Ph: 875-7748 Minister: Ian J. Drucker WorshipS ervices: Sunday 10 a.m. 6:00 p.m. BibleS tudy: Sun. 9:00 a.m.; Wed. 7:00 p.m. In The Interest Of New Testament Christianity

CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

510 S. Central Ave., Laurel, DE Rev. Donna Hinkle, Pastor Church: 875-4233 Sunday Services: 8:30 am Praise 9:30 am Sunday School,10:45 am Worship

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Christ Evangelistic Church Great Worship - Talented Singers Loving People - Powerful Preaching

Youth Group Wednesday 7:00 pm

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

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

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Morning Worship 10:30 Wed. Night Service & (Nursery & Jr. Church) Youth Groups 7:00 p.m. A Firm Foundation • A Sure Hope • An Unending Love

St. Philip’s Episcopal Church & Old Christ Church

“A Place to Belong”

600 S. Central Ave., Laurel, DE 19956 (302) 875-3644 The Rev. Dr. Howard G. Backus, Pastor www.dioceseofdelaware.net/churches/stphlps.html Holy Eucharist with Healing and Church School ~ Sunday @ 9:30 am

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

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

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St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Road6 8, South of Laurel Laurel,D el.

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

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

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Free clothing giveaway Cannon Mennonite Church will be hosting a free clothing giveaway of gently used clothing of all sizes, for the benefit of those in need. Event will take place Nov. 25, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., at Cannon Mennonite Church, located 8011 Cannon Road, Bridgeville. On Rt. 18, one mile east of Rt 13. For further information, call 6294487.

Christmas dinner The Ninety & Nine extends an invitation to all women and men to join them for their annual Christmas dinner/meeting at The Cannon Mennonite Church in Bridgeville, on Monday evening, Dec. 1, at 6:30 p.m. The Ninety & Nine is a ministry, which was formed in 1984 by a group of women who care about the needs of others. Jerry and Jeannie Jones will be ministering in song and testimony for this special Christmas occasion. Jerry sings some contemporary music, popular gospel music, songs that he has written, as well as an occasional old hymn. Reservations are necessary. Deadline is Nov. 25. For details or more information call Joyce Thomas at 629-2248.

Macedonia AME luncheon Macedonia AME Church, 431 North St., Seaford, will hold a fish & chicken luncheon sale on Friday, Nov. 21, starting at 11 a.m. Delivery with five orders. On Nov. 30, at 4 p.m., Trustee Day/Van Rally. Guest: the Rev. S. Alexander Minor, I Zoar United Methodist Church, Selbyville, Male Choir and Congregation. Call 628-2810 for further information. The Rev. Dania R. Griffin is Pastor; and the Rev. Zakiya Y. Griffin, Assoc. Pastor

No Name Band The No Name Band will be at Grace United Methodist Church Hall, Georgetown, on Friday, Nov. 21, at 7:30 p.m. For further information, contact Everett Warrington at 302-337-7198.

‘A Night of Gospel Music’ Victory Junction, where God and Music meet - Joe Dawson Music Ministry is host of “A Night of Gospel Music” held Nov. 22, from 6-9 p.m.

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Guests will be Phil Davis, Jerry Jones, and the Veasey Family. It will be held at the Millsboro VFW. For more information call 934-6995.

‘Evening of Music’ Thanksgiving eve community-wide “Evening of Music” featuring the Handbells of Centenary United Methodist Church, Laurel and St. John’s United Methodist Church, Seaford and the choir of St. John’s UMC. The Rev. Wayne Grier of Centenary UMC - Laurel will bring a message of Thanksgiving, 7 p.m. Nov. 26, Thanksgiving Eve at St. John’s UMC, Pine and Poplar streets, in the heart of Seaford. The evening is to benefit the Community Food Closets of Laurel and Seaford and you are asked to bring a non-perishable food item. An offering will also be received to support the food closets. Contact Pastor Chris Pennington at 629-9466 with any questions.

Open house Christ the Cornerstone Community Church will have an open house on Dec. 6 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Come see what we have to offer and bring the kids. There will be a shop for the young ones to purchase gifts for family and friends at a price they can afford and we will even help them wrap their gifts to keep them a secret until Christmas. We are located on the corner of Bethel Road and 13A.

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

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

Sound Waves Handbell Choir The Sound Waves Handbell Choir of Seaford Christian Academy will be performing for the Seaford Historical Society’s, “A Victorian Christmas” at the Ross Mansion in Seaford, on Sunday, Dec. 14 at 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come out to enjoy this special Christmas celebration.

Tony Windsor’s brand new Gospel CD compilation is on sale now. Tony sings songs of faith and inspiration including “The Angels Cried,” “Everlasting Arms,” “I Saw the Light” and much more. Get your copy at the Star office for only $6.00 [includes $1.00 donation to NIE (Newspapers in Education) program].

Call: 302-236-9886

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GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

OUR LADY OF LOURDES CHURCH

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

302-629-8434 • www.graceseaford.org Sunday School 9:30 am Worship 10:45 am & 6:30 pm Children’s Church 10:45 am SPANISH Worship 10:45 am Wednesday Activities 7 pm Pastor: Homer McKeithan Youth Minister: James Hollis Music: Jim Burket “The Cross Is Grounded In Grace”

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

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

“Shining His Light”

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

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

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

VICTORY TABERNACLE CHURCH OF GOD

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

WEDNESDAY NIGHT Ministry for the wholef amily 7 PM

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

302-877-0443

22625 Atlanta Road, Seaford, DE (302) 629-5600 - www.atlantaroadcma.org

CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

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

ROCK CHURCH

Sunday

Wednesday Evening

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

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

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

COKESBURY CHURCH

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

All Welcome Where Love Abides -- John 3:16

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

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

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

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

T on y W in d sor

PO BOX 60, LAUREL, DE 19956

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

SEAFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Mount Olivet

New Gospel CD: ‘Beside the Still Waters’

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

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

Christmas musical The Children at Laurel Wesleyan Church invite you to a Christmas Musical about the best gift at Christmas. Join us Saturday, Dec. 6, at 6 p.m. or Sunday, Dec. 7, at 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Nursery will be provided. Laurel Wesleyan Church is located north of Laurel on Rt. 13A. For more information call 875-5380.

Messiah’sV ineyard Church

Laurel Wesleyan Church Rt. 13A, Just North of Laurel Sunday School - 9:30 Worship - 9:00 & 10:45 Sunday Evening Worship Wed. 6:30 p.m. - Youth Ministries & WKID, The Zone, Children’s Ministries Church 875-5380 • Sr. Pastor Ken Deusa Asst. Pastor: Rev. Rick Green; Youth: Kyle Horton Children’sP astor:M arilyn Searcey

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

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

Seaford Church of Christ Acapella

(Rm. 16:16)

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

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Obituaries Mary L. Wiley Mrs. Wiley was a teacher in the Bridgeville and Seaford school districts for 29 years and then added 20 more years of service as the principal at West Seaford Elementary. Mrs. Wiley passed away on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, in West Chester, Pa. This service is being held so that her many friends and colleagues in the Seaford area can attend. A memorial service for Mary L. Wiley will be held on Saturday, Nov 22, at 11 a.m. at Mt. Olivet Methodist Church, 315 High St., Seaford. An interment will be held at the Bridgeville Cemetery immediately after the service. All friends of Mrs. Wiley are invited to attend the service and the interment if they desire.

Robert Samuel Sinnett, 78 Robert Samuel Sinnett of Seaford died on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008. Bob was a Credit Manager for Ford Motor Company. He was a member of the U. S Marines from 1948 to 1954, serving in Korea. He was a member of the Marine Corps League, American Legion and the VFW. He was a volunteer at the Nanticoke Memorial Hospital; he served on the Westmont Fire Co. in Westmont, N.J. for 25 years holding positions as captain of Ladder Truck Company and as secretary of the Board of Fire Commissions. Bob is survived by his wife, Viola; two daughters, Karen Hanna and Susan Cole; two step-daughters, Diana Bruni and Debra Benson; a sister, Shirley Ferguson; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandson. His first wife, Loretta, preceded him in death. Funeral services were held on Friday, Nov. 14, at the Cranston Funeral Home, Seaford. Burial was in Camden, N.J. The family suggests donations may be made to Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, c/o Tom Brown, 801 Middleford Rd, Seaford, DE 19973.

Margaret Belle Atkinson Donaway, 82 Margaret Belle Atkinson Donaway of Seaford died Tuesday, Nov 11, 2008, in Renaissance Health Care, Millsboro. Born in Seaford, the daughter of the late Lydia Rash and Frank G. Atkinson, she was a homemaker. She was a member of the Church of Christ, Laurel. In addition to her parents, she was also preceeded in death by her husband, Ralph Theodore Donaway, Sr. in 1993. She is survived by three sons; Ralph T. Donaway, Jr., of Laurel; Ronald L. Donaway of Phoenix, Ariz.; and Russell W. Donaway of Millsboro; a brother, Albert Atkinson of Seaford; two sisters, Janet McCabe of Seaford, and Sylvia Jackson of Milford; nine grandchildren and 12 greatgrandchildren. Services were held Saturday, Nov. 15, at Watson-Yates Funeral Home, Seaford, Pastor Ian Drucker officiated. Burial was in Blades Cemetery, Blades. Contributions may be made to Laurel Church of Christ, 1010 S. Central Ave, Laurel, DE.

MORNING STAR • NOVEMBER 20 - 26, 2008

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Vivian Loretta Johnson Williams, 72 Vivian Loretta Johnson Williams of Bridgeville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, at Milford Memorial Hospital in Milford. She was born June 26, 1936 in Cannon, a daughter of Frederick and Viola Cannon Johnson, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Williams had been employed as an administrative assistant by B'nai B'rith International in Washington, DC for some 14 years. After relocating to Delaware she worked for Milford Memorial Hospital in Milford as an accounting clerk retiring in 1998. Mrs. Williams enjoyed Vivian Loretta doing yard work Johnson Williams and her flowers. She travelled far and wide over the years and especially enjoyed her trips with her friends from Milford Memorial Hospital. She was an active member of Bethel United Methodist Church, Federalsburg, Md. where she served on the financial committees of the Charge. She was a devoted and loving wife. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Alfred Lee Johnson, Sr. and Carlton E. Johnson. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Lester James Williams, Jr.; a daughter, Helen Drayton and her husband Robert of Seaford; a granddaughter, Rovair Felton of Seaford; a devoted nephew, Alfred Lee Johnson, Jr. and his wife Wanda, and a great-nephew Moshe Yanche CartherJohnson, all of Columbus, Ga.; two goddaughters, Jasmine Haynes of Greenwood, and Terronda Jackson of Columbus, Ga.; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services were held Tuesday, Nov. 18, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Hardesty Chapel, Bridgeville, with the Rev. Marie Robinson officiating. Interment was private at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Millsboro. The family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Mrs. Williams may be made to: Bethel United Methodist Church, 3435 Harper Road, Federalsburg, MD 21632. Send online condolences to: condolences@parsellfuneralhomes.com

Charles Wesley Little, 75 Charles Wesley Little, of Bridgeville passed away Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008, at his home. Mr. Little was born in Plant City, Fla., a son of Samuel Ira and Lillian Tappan Little, who preceded him in death. He was retired from The Sussex Countian/Rogers Graphics in Georgetown where he was employed for 40 years. Mr. Little enjoyed woodworking in his shop, and watching his grandchildren play baseball. He also had an interest in civil-

war history especially the Confederacy for which his ancestors fought. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Clyde Little from Lake City, Fla. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Lorraine Myer Little; four sons and their spouses, Sam and Barbara Little of Georgetown, Alan and Debbie Little of Bridgeville, Russ and Lisa Little of Seaford, and Mark and Brandy Little of Georgetown; seven grandchildren, Blake, Brock, and Wade Little of Bridgeville, Reagan Little of Seaford, Ashley, Mariah, and Madison Little of Georgetown; and one sister Josephine Handloser of Bridgeville. Funeral services were held Saturday, at the Fleischauer Funeral Home in Greenwood, Interment was held at Bridgeville Cemetery. Donations may be made to VITAS Innovative Hospice Care, 100 Commerce Drive, Suite 302, Newark, DE 19713

Arthur Jerome Meding, Sr., 63 Arthur Jerome Meding, Sr. of Seaford died Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, in Washington Hospital, Washington, D.C. He was born in Scranton, Pa., a son of the late Anna Slavinskas and Arthur E. Meding. Mr. Meding was a plumber. He was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes, Roman Catholic Church and he served in the National Guard. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Lee Elliott Meding; two sons, Arthur J. Meding, Jr. of Milford, and Sean L. Meding of Seaford; a brother, Walter Meding of Lewes; and five grandchildren. Services and burial will be private. Arrangements were by Watson-Yates Funeral Home, Seaford.

Elizabeth Mary Fennell, 79 Elizabeth Mary Fennell of Seaford, formerly of Brooklyn, N.Y. died on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008 at home.

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

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

Mrs. Fennell was a reading para professional at PS 269 in Brooklyn, N.Y. She was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Seaford. Her husband, John Francis Fennell died in 1993. She is survived by three sons, John P. Fennell, Steven K. Fennell and James T. Fennell; three daughters, Ellen Mendonca, Lynn A. Amaty and Laura E. Trimble, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on Saturday, Nov. 15, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Seaford. Friends called at the Cranston Funeral Home, which handled arrangements. The family suggests donations may be made to Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.

Pearl M. Elliott, 87 Pearl M. Elliott of Princess Anne, formerly of Eden, died Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, at Manokin Manor Nursing Home in Princess Anne. She was born Feb. 6, 1921 in Sandtown, a daughter of Alford O. Melvin and Annie Hutson Melvin, who predeceased her. She grew up in Pearl M. Elliott the Denton area and went to Greensboro High School. From the time she was young, Pearl was never afraid of hard work, as she had many jobs during her lifetime. During World War II she worked on the assembly line building ships at the Salisbury Shipyard. Other jobs included working as a USDA Grader for Caroline Poultry in Denton, and a cook at various locations such as the Montgomery Wards Cafeteria, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, State

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!”

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

701B ridgeville Road 629-9077

“Welcome Home!”

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

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

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

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

302-875-7998

MORNING STAR • NOVEMBER 20 - 26, 2008 Line Restaurant and the Salisbury Nursing Home. During the 1960’s she co-owned Salisbury Drugs with her late husband, George Stevenson. She loved her Lord and was a long time, very active member of New Life Apostolic Church in Salisbury on Mt. Zion Road. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her children and grandchildren, whom she loved very much. She also loved her animals, plants and flowers, and was especially proud of her doll and teddy bear collection. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three husbands, Emil Zlock, George Stevenson and Richard Elliott, a grandson, Jeffrey Zlock, seven brothers and five sisters. She is survived by three sons, Edward Zlock and his wife Betty of Dover, Emil “Fred” Zlock of Salisbury and Frank Zlock of Salisbury; five grandchildren, Deborah Johnson of Dover, Dana Levey of Dover, Steve Zlock of Dover, Michael Zlock of Whiteville, Tenn. and Tracey Zlock of Salisbury; and nine great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters, Margaret Ruth “Peggy” Bartz and Anna Mae Squire, both of Denton, and several nieces and nephews. A visitation for family and friends was held on Nov. 18, 2008 at Short Funeral Home in Delmar. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com.

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James E. Beauchamp, Sr., 81 James E. Beauchamp, Sr. of Delmar went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, at Delaware Hospice Center in Milford. He was born in West Post Office, Md, a son of Elwood Elijah Beauchamp and Ida Mae Burke Beauchamp, who preceded him in James E. Beauchamp death. He was a retired firefighter for the City of Salisbury, with 25 years of service and the owner of Texaco. Most importantly was his love for God, family and church. He helped build the church that was such an important part of his life. He became a Deacon in 1972. Brother Beauchamp was a member of the Delmar Church of God of Prophecy, where he served as CPMA leader, Sunday School Superintendent, Sunday School Teacher, Band Leader (leader for prayer meeting), musician and song leader. He attended BTI for courses on the history of the church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Holly Luffman; two sisters, Lillian Foskey and Margie Brumbley and two brothers, Richard Beauchamp and Norwood Beauchamp. He is survived by his wife of 63 years,

Wife, Katherine S. Henry Sons, Steven & Fred Henry &F amilies

Roy E. Lloyd, 81 Roy E. Lloyd, of Georgetown, formerly of Greenwood, passed away Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008, at Milford Memorial Hos-

pital. Mr. Lloyd was born in Milford, a son of John and Helen McDowell Lloyd, who predeceased him. He worked at the Seaford DuPont plant as an electronic engineer for 30 years. He later operated Lloyd’s Market and Gun Shop in Greenwood and installed aluminum windows and doors. He also taught classes in electronics at Del Tech & Community College in Georgetown. Mr. Lloyd was a member of Greenwood Kiwanis Club and the Gideon’s. He graduated from Greenwood High the class of 1945. Mr. Lloyd enjoyed many activities with his family, which included camping, hunting, skiing, fishing and traveling. Beside his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Ann Dean Lloyd. He is survived by his four sons and their spouses, John E. and Anita Lloyd of Harrington, Gary P. and Choi Lloyd of Clarksville, Tenn., Mike and Terry Lloyd of Stafford, Va., and Keith Lloyd of Georgetown; seven grandchildren Jeanna Lloyd-Jones, John Lloyd Jr., Amy Bertoch, Adriann Downes, Brandon Lloyd, Rebecca Belford, and Ryan Lloyd; and six greatgrandchildren. Funeral Services were held Wednesday, at Todd’s Chapel. Interment was held at Hollywood Cemetery in Harrington. Donations may be made to Todd’s Chapel Improvement Fund, c/o Nancy Smith, 6891 Scott‘s Store Road, Greenwood, DE 19950.

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Card of Thanks We wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to all of the family, friends and acquaintances for the many acts of kindness during his illness and expressions of sympathy following the death of our lovedo ne, Marion “Pete” Henry, who passed away on October 6, 2008 at home.

Angelina Triglia Beauchamp; six children, James E. Beauchamp, Jr. and his wife Gail of Delmar, Dottie M. Mervine and her husband Clair of Delmar, Roy L. Beauchamp and his wife Glenda of Mardela Springs, Mary D. Luffman and her husband Hollis of Delmar, Janet L. Butler of Laurel and George W. Beauchamp of Delmar; nine grandchildren, James E. Beauchamp, III, Michael S. Beauchamp, Mechelle R. Ray, Deena Whitaker, Ricky Hughes, Denise Shockley, Delores Davis, Heather Butler and Will Beauchamp; 14 great grandchildren, Tyler, Phillip, Luke, Chad, Jeremy, Shayne, Noah, Brian, Troy, Michael, Jessica, Linda, Jennifer and Ryan; two sisters, Beulah Core of Salisbury and Betty Milton of Fruitland and several nieces and nephews. A funeral service was held on Monday, Nov. 17, at the Delmar Church of God of Prophecy in Delmar. Pastor Mike Phillips officiated. Interment followed the services in Riverton Cemetery in Mardela Springs, Md. In memory of Brother Beauchamp, contributions may be sent to the Delmar Church of God of Prophecy, 16222 Arvey Road, Laurel, DE 19956; or to Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com.

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In the last several months, during Lillian’s illness and since her death, so many people have stepped forward and shown enormous generosity with emotional support, cards, well wishes, flowers, donations, visits, gifts, food, and help around our yard and home. We have received so much support from many in our community, including people that did not even know Lillian personally; it has been a true blessing. At this time, it is with a great deal of gratitude that we thank everyone including The Seaford Volunteer Fire Department (SVFD), Ladies Auxiliary of the Seaford Volunteer Fire Department (LASVFD), various American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary Posts, the men and women of the VFW and Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW, members of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Family, Friends, many area businesses, and countless other individuals for such compassion. We could not have gotten through this difficult time without your immeasurable support. We were unable to personally thank everyone that helped with, donated to, and attended the Lillian Tune Benefit on July 20th that was hosted by the SVFD & LASVFD due to the volume of people, but we want each and everyone to know that we greatly appreciate and are humbled by the generosity of time, sharing, planning, help and financial support that went into it. The money raised by the benefit was a big help in paying part of the un-reimbursable expenses due to Lillian’s illness and death. Your generosity has been very reassuring and of great comfort to us. God Bless Sincerely, Joe Tune and Regina Figgs

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MORNING STAR • NOVEMBER 20 - 26, 2008

Old Thanksgiving favorites with a Rick Rodgers twist Regular perusers of this column know that at this time of the year, ORETTA NORR I’m all about Rick Rodgers. I couldn’t get through Thanksgiving without his sage advice. His philosophy is that you can never be too organized for Thanksgiving dinner. My organizational skills fall somewhere between minimal and non existent but I take his advice to heart and make honest attempts to nail at least a few of his more attainable goals. For example, I do make a cookGreen Beans with Shiitake Mushrooms ing schedule, working backwards from Tand Pancetta Day to decide when each dish should be Serves 8. Pancetta is unsmoked, cured baprepared. I also try to vary side dishes so con and can be found in most supermarthat they don’t all have to be baked at the kets. same time, causing an oven traffic jam. I organize serving dishes and utensils 1 and 1⁄2 pounds green beans, trimmed and note which recipe is intended for each. and cut into 2-inch lengths I use my trusty probe meat thermometer to 12 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stems disestimate when my turkey will be done and carded, cut into 1⁄4-inch thick slices allow for a resting time of at least half and 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided hour. 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots As I mentioned last week, the biggest 4 ounces sliced pancetta or bacon hurdle to overcome for me is how to kick 1/2 teaspoon salt nostalgia up a notch. Again, Rick always 1/4 teaspoon freshly milled black pepper comes to the rescue. His scalloped yams (recipe appeared in the Nov. 13 issue) are Bring a large pot of lightly salted water a delicious alternative to the traditional to a boil over high heat. Add the green sweet potato -marshmallow casserole. Two beans and return to the boil. Cook until other Thanksgiving dinosaurs are the crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Drain and Green Bean-Onion Casserole and the Jellrinse under cold running water. O Mold. (The green beans can be prepared to Here are Rick’s reinventions of those this point up to 1 day ahead. Pat the green oldies. beans dry with paper towels. Roll up the

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green beans in a double thickness of more paper towels and place in a large self-sealing plastic bag. Close the bag and refrigerate.) In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over medium heat. Add the mushroom stems and caps and cook, stirring often, until lightly browned and tender, about 5 minutes. Add the shallots and cook, stirring often, until the shallots soften, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside. (The mushrooms can be prepared up to 2 hours ahead, covered and kept at room temperature.) In the same skillet, place the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the skillet and tilt to coat the skillet. Add the pancetta and place over medium heat. Cook, occasionally turning the bacon, until the bacon is crisp and brown, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spatula, transfer to paper towels to drain. Keep the bacon drippings in the skillet. Cool the bacon, chop coarsely, and set aside. (The bacon and its drippings can be prepared up to 2 hours ahead, covered and kept at room temperature.) Place the skillet over medium heat and heat until the bacon drippings sizzle. Add the green beans and mushrooms and cover. Cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 5 minutes.Stir in the pancetta and season with the salt and pepper. Transfer to a warmed serving dish and serve immediately.

Rick always comes to the rescue. His scalloped yams are a delicious alternative to the traditional sweet potato -marshmallow casserole. Two other Thanksgiving dinosaurs are the Green BeanOnion Casserole and the Jell-O Mold. About the Sangria Jell-O Mold, the recipe for which appears below, Rick says the following: “You will need a 6-cup mold for this salad. A metal ring mold will do, but JellO makes a beautifully designed plastic one that I am very partial to. The Holiday Ring Mold is available in some supermarkets during the holidays, by mail order or through the Jell-O Web site, www.jello.com. Go to the Corner Store, and look for the Jell-O Molds section. “This recipe is easily halved again to fill a 9-cup mold (use three 3-ounce packages of Jell-O) or doubled to fit a large mold. Just be sure that the Jell-O mixture comes to the top of the mold, or it will be difficult to unmold. Continued on page 27

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Modern version of Jell-O salad calls for wine and lots of fruit Sangria Jell-O Mold Serves 8 to 12

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“As easy as it is, there are tips to make a good Jell-O mold. First, be sure the gelatin is completely dissolved, which takes 2 minutes of constant stirring. Don’t cheat, or the mold won’t set properly. “The Jell-O must be partially set in order to support the weight of the added fruit or the chunks will sink to the bottom of the mold. You can chill it in the refrigerator for about 1 and 1⁄2 hours, but chilling in an ice-water bath cuts the time, and allows you to keep an eye on the progress. “You should have 3 cups of combined orange segments, grape halves and sliced strawberries for this salad. The exact proportion of each fruit doesn’t matter, and you can add other fruit, such as raspberries, peeled, cored and diced apple or pear, or cubed bananas, if you wish.”

1 and 1⁄2 cups fruity red wine, such as Merlot One 6-ounce package raspberry-flavored gelatin 1 tablespoon fresh lemon or lime juice 3 large seedless oranges 1 cup red or green (or combined) seedless grapes, cut into halves lengthwise 1 cup sliced strawberries or raspberries Nonstick vegetable spray, for the mold In a small saucepan, bring the wine to a boil over high heat. In a stainless steel or glass (not plastic) bowl, using a rubber spatula, stir the JellO with the hot wine until the gelatin is completely dissolved, occasionally scrap-

ing down the sides of the bowl, about 2 minutes. Stir in 1 and 1⁄2 cups cold water and the lime juice. Place the bowl in a larger bowl of iced water. Let stand, stirring occasionally, until the Jell-O is partially set, and the spoon briefly cuts a swath that allows you to see the bottom of the bowl, about 20 minutes. Meanwhile, grate the zest from one orange and set aside. To cut all of the oranges into segments, use a serrated knife to cut the tops and bottoms from each orange. Following the curve of each orange, cut off the thick white pith where it meets the orange flesh. Working over a bowl, cut between the thin membranes to release the orange segments, letting them drop into the bowl. Drain the oranges before using. Stir the orange segments, orange zest, grapes and strawberries into the partially

set Jell-O. Lightly spray a 6-cup decorative mold with nonstick vegetable spray. Pour the Jell-O into the mold and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until set, at least 4 hours or overnight. To unmold, run a knife around the inside edge of the mold to break the “seal.” Lightly moisten a serving platter (this will allow you to move the unmolded salad on the platter, if you need to.) Place the platter upside-down over the top of the mold. Holding the mold and platter together, invert and shake firmly to unmold the salad. If the salad doesn’t unmold, dip the outside of the mold briefly (less than 5 seconds) in a bowl of warm tap water. Dry the outside of the mold and try again. Serve chilled. The mold can be prepared up to 2 days ahead.

Choral society Christmas concert will feature guest organist Rebecca McDaniel of Milford will be the guest organist during the Southern Delaware Choral Society Christmas concert, “A Newborn Child: Cantatas and Carols for Christmas,” under the direction of John Ranney. Concerts will be held on Saturday, Dec. 13, 7 p.m. at Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church in Seaford and on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 3 p.m. at St. Edmund’s Roman Catholic Church, Rehoboth Beach.

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Entertainment Victorian Christmas to return to Ross Mansion A children’s party will be held on Saturday morning, Dec. 13, at the Ross Mansion. This is part of the Victorian Christmas celebration and will feature a visit by Santa. Children may have photos taken with Santa and then have an opportunity to make picture frames for their photos. Emma Scott, an accomplished teenage violinist from Bridgeville, will be the roving musician for the morning. Each child may tour the decorated rooms in the Mansion if accompanied by an adult. Hot chocolate and doughnuts will be served. Charge for this is $3 per child. There is no charge for the adult but one adult is required with each child. On all three days of the Victorian Christmas which starts with a wine and cheese party on Friday, Dec. 13, private collections from 16 individuals in the community will be on display throughout the Mansion. Kitty Medford has a collection of about 70 cruets. She will be showing a sampling of her collection in the dining room. She had bought a plain one for use in their own household when she became intrigued with the beauty of one that belonged to her mother-in-law. Once she had expressed this special interest, family and friends started giving her such. They come in all sizes and shapes. Some are round, some are square. The smallest one is just two inches tall. Some have sentimental value remembering people who are no longer living. Some are reminiscent of travels. Her display will be in the dining room at the Mansion. Jane Tate collects Pennsylvania Dutch figurines mounted on small quilts. It was around 1975 when she and her late husband found themselves traveling a lot to Lancaster to buy quilts that were made up there. She soon found that their house simply could not accommodate all of the quilts that she wanted. That was when she discovered these miniature versions and started collecting them. Her collection will be on display in the formal parlor. Marie Dykes loves to sew and has surrounded herself with an accumulation of unique sewing items. She has a miniature spinning wheel as well as some wool from

Scotland and several card combs. She has a cutter that cuts scalloped edges. A crazy quilt in process is part of her collection. Her interest in this kind of thing started with her admiration of her grandmother who was a milliner and traveled to New York, Philadelphia, etc. to sell her wares. Later, Marie attributes much of her interest in sewing to her Seaford High School home economics teacher, Virginia Miller. This display will be on the upstairs landing of the front stairs in the Mansion. A collection that was started by his mother is what Earl Tull is continuing to build these days. His mother was born in 1900 and a friend gave her a piece of ruby glass marked with that date. These pieces would sell for 10 cents each, especially as souvenirs of Atlantic City. Earl now has more than 100 pieces, some are tumblers, some are mugs and some are vases. He has two pieces from Gettysburg in a Civil War display in the Seaford Museum. He now adds only pieces dated 1900 which he finds on e-bay, at antique shows, auction sales, etc. His collection will be on display in the Ross Mansion formal parlor. Eleanor Jamison collects little things. As a child she had a little brown jug, just like the one in the song of the same name. She found herself fascinated with that piece and started collecting all sorts of miniatures. She started with children’s play furniture and then branched out to tea sets and cooking wares. Her collection will be on display on the shelves in the family parlor. All collections will be guarded during all open hours of the three days. The raffle for which the winner will be drawn on Sunday at 3 p.m. is a gift from a member and consists of a five-room condo in either Williamsburg or Myrtle Beach. It may be used for one week in 2009, the timing for which needs to be coordinated with the donor. The condo sleeps eight people with linens provided. It has access to a swimming pool, recreation room, exercise room and a mini market. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. They may be purchased during any open hours of Victorian Christmas up until 3 p.m. on Sunday. Hours for Dec. 12, 13 and 14 Victorian

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Three of the 16 individuals who are showing their private collections at the 2008 Victorian Christmas at the Ross Mansion. Left to right, they are: Kitty Medford, Eleanor Jamison and Earl Tull.

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Entertainment briefs Student art show held in Rehoboth The Delaware Shore Artists Group presents ‘Miniatures and Small Treasures’, an exhibit of affordable original miniature paintings by local artists.The show is located at Wilmington University’s Rehoboth Beach site at 41 Rehoboth Avenue. Contemporary miniature art consists of original paintings done in small scale with all the detail of larger paintings. Subjects do not generally exceed one-sixth their natural size. This exhibit will be held through Dec. 13. For more information, call 302-2276295.

‘Every Day’s a Holiday’ The holiday season is fast approaching and to help you get in the mood, Delaware Technical & Community College is pleased to host “Every Day’s a Holiday!’ by the Clear Space Chorus on Thursday, November 20 at 7 p.m. in the theater of the Arts & Science Center.

Under the direction of Doug Yetter, the incredible musical journey will focus on holidays throughout the year: Valentine’s Day, Father’s Day, Christmas, Fourth of July, and even National Hunting Day! The 60-voice chorus will include solo performances by Lorraine Steinhoff, Ken Skrzesz, David Button, Don McCabe, and Dana Peragallo. Accompanying the orchestra will be Melanie Bradley. This new partnership between Clear Space Productions, a non-profit company in Rehoboth Beach, and Delaware Tech will enable a variety of theatre, dance and musical productions to be offered on stage at the Owens Campus. It also makes more accessible to the central and western areas of Sussex County the cultural performances which have been so prominent in the eastern area. To reserve tickets, please call the Clear Space box office at 302-644-3810 or order online at www.ClearSpaceProductions.org.

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Education Del Tech needs to expand to serve students, president says

Members of this year’s Delaware Community Foundation’s Youth Philanthropy Board are, seated, from left: Breashin Hazzard, junior, Cape Henlopen High School; Illyante Waters, junior, Cape Henlopen High School; Zachery Judy, junior, Woodbridge High School; Kate Hickman, junior, Indian River High School; Jessica Tylor, junior, Indian River High School; and Michael Horton III, junior, Indian River High School. Standing: Caleb Craig, senior, Delmarva Christian High School; Zach Prettyman, senior, Milford High School; Emily Wheatley, senior, Seaford High School; Phillip Gordon, junior, Delmarva Christian High School; Peter Gorgul, junior, Delmarva Christian High School; Chris Cutsail, junior, Laurel High School; and Sierra Spicer, junior, Laurel High School. Not shown are Meghan Whittington, senior, Delmarva Christian High School; Olivia Smith, junior, Delmar High School; Casey Bellamy, junior, Delmar High School; Kelsey Murrell, junior, Delmar High School; Michael Cherrix, junior, Seaford High School; and Devan Nealey, junior, Sussex Central High School.

Delaware Technical & Community College recently presented its fiscal year 2010 budget request to state budget officials at the Tatnall Building in Dover. College president Orlando J. George Jr. updated officials on the college’s capacity challenge and how the limited space is undermining its mission to serve Delawareans and meet the needs of Delaware businesses. This update represents a continuation of the discussions related to the establishment of a Community College Infrastructure Fund to support the growing capital needs of the college throughout the state. “We have not opened a new classroom facility since 1999. Yet since then, our enrollment has gone up 30 percent and our Allied Health and Nursing enrollment has gone up 160 percent,” George told officials. “Without the ability to expand, students are being denied access, and Delaware businesses won’t have access to the highly qualified graduates they need.” George acknowledged a difficult economy but emphasized that investment in Delaware Tech yields a high return for the state. “According to the Department of

Students serve on philanthropy board Nineteen Sussex County students representing nine area high schools have been selected to serve on the Delaware Community Foundation’s Youth Philanthropy Board (YPB) for 2008-2009. The board, along with its advisors and guests, convened at the Carvel Research Center, University of Delaware in Georgetown, on Oct. 14. The Delaware Community Foundation has three Youth Philanthropy Boards, one in each of the state’s three counties. Students who serve on them learn about civic involvement and effective grantmaking, study youth issues in their neighborhoods and schools, and develop a grantmaking process for awarding grants to deserving community organizations that benefit oth-

er youth. Retired Delaware educator Phyllis Wynn established the Youth Philanthropy Fund because she wanted to encourage youth to become more involved in philanthropic ventures. Students who serve on the YPB are nominated by their principals or guidance counselors. At the opening session, Sussex County’s board members learned about the United Way of Delaware. The Rev. John G. Moore Sr., who serves as assistant director for resource development in Kent and Sussex Counties for the United Way of Delaware, spoke about how the nonprofit focuses its efforts in three key areas — education, income and health — to improve communities.

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Students give back to community by helping at camp, retirement center On the morning of Nov. 6, the victors and the also-rans prepared to bury the hatchet during Return Day ceremonies at the Georgetown Circle. The Delaware tradition dates back more than 200 years to the day two days after Election Day when returns were finally tallied, and contestants gathered to pledge their cooperation. This year, miles from the Circle, more than 160 teenagers prepared a return of their own. The student body of Delmarva Christian High School launched their own Return to Community Day at Abundant Life Church. The annual event is planned to return to the community the many blessings that are given the students and their school throughout the year. This year, the students targeted the Wesleyan Camp, Christian School and Retirement Center in nearby

Denton, Md. The Delmarva Christian students put their shoulders to such tasks as cleaning out a 100-yard ditch of undergrowth, leaves and debris, power-washing cabins, staining fences, painting utility boxes, cleaning out gutters, raking, sawing, trimming and planting some five acres of rural Eastern Shore landscape. Their classmates dismantled and moved an entire playground across a road to make it safer for kids to use. Other students performed an hour-anda-half concert, singing hymns for the entertainment of the retirement home residents, before they set about washing all the facility's windows. Others cleaned out an attic and a tool shed, and still others helped the Wesleyan Camp staff assemble a 3,800-piece bulk mailing for distribution. Delmarva Christian High School senior

Education Briefs Delmar grad earns bachelor’s degree Jessica Rae See has been awarded a bachelor’s degree, majoring in Interior Design from the Art Institute of Philadelphia. The graduation was held Sept. 19, at the First Baptist Church in Philadelphia. Jessica is the daughter of David B. See and Terri (Wolfgang) and Mike Jessica Rae See Mercier of Delmar, and is a 2005 graduate of Delmar High School.

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Robert D. Wolfgang Jr. has recently been awarded a bachelor’s degree in political science and philosophy from the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC). Graduation was held May 22, at the First Mariner Arena in Baltimore. Robert, Jr., son of Robert Wolfgang of Delmar and Deborah (Carroll) McGin- Robert D. Wolfgang Jr. nis, is a 2000 graduate of Cape Henlopen High School, Lewes.

Erin Chisenhall, Lauren Henry, Amanda Jones sing hymns for the retirement home residents at Wesleyan Retirement Center in Denton, Md. as part of Delmarva Christian High School’s Return to Community Day in early November.

Meghan Whittington was spray-painting the campground's trailer and RV electrical hook-ups. She and her classmates rushed to get the job done before the rains returned. Working alongside Meghan, junior Emily Pentoney smiled and explained, "I'm having lots of fun; I like helping people." Sophomore Rebecca Bryan has attended the Wesleyan Camp since second grade.

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LEGALS NOTICE On Friday, 12/19/08 at 11:00 a.m., Peninsula Mini Storage, located at 40 S. Market St., Blades/Seaford, DE will hold a public auction pursuant to the State of Delaware Self-Storage Facility Act Title 25 Chapter 49. The following storage units will be sold or disposed of for Non-Payment of storage rent. Tenants name and last known address are listed below. Ernest Bowen, Seaford, DE, Unit 159/160 and Unit 203; Susie Gibbs, Indian Head, MD, Unit 237. Peninsula Mini Storage 302-629-5743 11/20/2tc

TOWN OF LAUREL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Please take notice that a public hearing will be held on: Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter in the Town Hall, 201 Mechanic Street, Town of Laurel, Laurel, Delaware. The public hearing will be conducted by the Planning & Zoning Committee of the Town of Laurel, with respect to an application of Samdanda Properties of Delaware II, LLC, for a Large Parcel Development Overlay District (LPD-OD) on certain properties located on U.S. Route 13 north, Discount Land Road, and Camp Road, with some of the properties proposed to be annexed within the present town boundaries and some of the parcels within the Town of Laurel (Tax Parcel Nos. 1-32 12.00111, 111.01, 111.02, & 111.03, 109, 118, 119), known as Village Brooke North. All interested persons are invited to attend said public hearing and present their views. Additional information, including copies of the Master Plan submission, and other pertinent documents, may be reviewed at Town Hall, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Planning and Zoning Committee of Laurel, Delaware 11/20/1tc

PUBLIC NOTICE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAFORD, an ordinance to amend the City of Seaford Municipal code: Chapter 3. Animals: Article 4. Dogs By deleting Article 4. Dogs in its entirety and replacing

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PUBLIC HEARING The Town of Blades, Delaware, in cooperation with the Sussex County Council (SCC), and the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA), will hold a public hearing so that all citizens can have an opportunity to participate in the development of an application to the State of Delaware Community Development Block Grant Program for a grant under the provisions of the Community Development Act of 1977. The primary objective of the Community Development Program is the development of viable urban communities, including decent housing and a suitable living environment and expanding economic opportunities, principally for persons of low and moder-

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PUBLIC HEARING The City of Seaford, Delaware, in cooperation with the Sussex County Council (SCC), and the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA), will hold a public hearing so that all citizens can have an opportunity to participate in the development of an application to the State of Delaware Community Development Block Grant Program for a grant under the provisions of the Community Development Act of 1977. The primary objective of the Community Development Program is the development of viable urban communities, including decent housing and a suitable living environment and expanding economic opportunities, principally for persons of low and moderate income. It is also a primary objective to alleviate physical and economic distress through the stimulation of private investment and community revitalization in areas of population out-migration or a stagnating or declining tax base. In accordance with the Section 106 Review Process established by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, comments are especially encouraged from interested agencies and individuals with respect to undertakings that may affect historic properties of significance to such agencies and individuals. The hearing will be held in the City Hall, Seaford, Delaware on Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. A status report for FY-

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PUBLIC HEARING The Town of Delmar, Delaware, in cooperation with the Sussex County Council (SCC), and the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA), will hold a public hearing so that all citizens can have an opportunity to participate in the development of an application to the State of Delaware Community Development Block Grant Program for a grant under the provisions of the Community Development Act of 1977. The primary objective of the Community Development Program is the development of viable urban communities, including decent housing and a suitable living environment and expanding economic opportunities, principally for persons of low and moderate income. It is also a primary objective to alleviate physical and economic distress through the stimulation of private investment and community revitalization in areas of population out-migration or a stagnating or declining tax base. In accordance with the Section 106 Review Process established by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, comments are especially encouraged from interested agencies and individuals with respect to undertakings that may affect historic properties of significance to such agencies and individuals. The hearing will be held in the Delmar Town Hall, Delmar, Maryland on Monday, December 15, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. A status report for FY-08 will also be included. For more information contact William Lecates, Director of Community Development and Housing at 855-7777. 11/20/1tc

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING Little Creek Hundred Case No. 10317 In accordance with Chapter 115, of the Code of Sussex County, a hearing will be held on request for a variance as provided by: Chapter 115, Article IV, Subsection 115-20, Item A (8) of said ordinance of SHARON AND KENT CARSON who are seeking a variance from the front yard setback requirement for a

stable structure, to be located north of Road 503A, 435 feet south of Road 501. The hearing will be held in the County Council Chambers, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on Monday evening, DECEMBER 15, 2008, at 7:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as may be heard. All interested parties should attend and present their views. If unable to attend the public hearing, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to public hearing. For additional information, contact the Planning and Zoning Department at 302-855-7878. 11/20/1tc

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING Broad Creek Hundred Case No. 10318 In accordance with Chapter 115, of the Code of Sussex County, a hearing will be held on request for a special use exception as provided by: Chapter 115, Article IV, Subsection 11520, Item A (1) (h) of said ordinance of R. THOMAS KRUPSHA who is seeking a special use exception from the provisions and requirements to retain a manufactured home on a parcel, to be located south of Road 437A, 240 feet west of Road 62. The hearing will be held in the County Council Chambers, County Administrative Office Building, Georgetown, Delaware, on Monday evening, DECEMBER 15, 2008, at 7:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as may be heard. All interested parties should attend and present their views. If unable to attend the public hearing, written comments will be accepted but must be received prior to public hearing. For additional information, contact the Planning and Zoning Department at 302-855-7878. 11/30/1tc

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING Nanticoke Hundred Case No. 10319 In accordance with Chapter 115, of the Code of Sussex County, a hearing will be held on request for a special use exception as provided by: Chapter 115, See LEGALSâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;page 36

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BID NOTICE The Town of Blades will be accepting bids on the following surplus vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. All bids are due to the Town Administrator by December 22nd, 2008. The vehicle is located at Town Hall and can be inspected between 8:30am and 4:30pm, MONFRI. Payment must be made in cash or certified/ cashiers check. The bids will be sealed until opened by the Town Council at the Jan 12th, 2009 Council Meeting. The terms of the sale shall be designated final when the bid has been awarded and the vehicle is sold “AS IS”. The Town Council has the right to refuse any bids and has final say. The successful bidder has seven (7) business days from the date of notification of award to pay for and pick up vehicle. Any questions please call 302-

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NOTICE Estate of June M. Dorrell, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of June M. Dorrell who departed this life on the 29th day of September, A.D. 2008 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Clint A. Anderson on the 29th day of October, A.D. 2008, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before the 29th day of May, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Executor: Clint A. Anderson 28834 O’Neals Rd. Seaford, DE 19973 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 11/13/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Melvin R. Milligan, Jr., Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Melvin R. Milligan, Jr. who departed this life on the 24th day of October, A.D. 2008 late of Seaford, DE were duly granted unto Michael R. Milligan on the 3rd day of November, A.D. 2008, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before the 24th day of June, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this

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NOTICE Estate of James E. Hurst, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of James E. Hurst who departed this life on the 26th day of September, A.D. 2008 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto Brittany Hurst, Steven Hurst on the 29th day of October, A.D. 2008, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Co-Administrators without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Co-Administrators on or before the 26th day of May, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Co-Administrators: Brittany Hurst 33310 Horsey Church Rd. Laurel, DE 19956 Steven Hurst 7801 Chesapeake Rd. Pasadina, MD 21122 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 11/13/3tc

NOTICE Estate of Alan B. Carey, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Alan B. Carey who departed this life on the 6th day of September, A.D. 2008 late of Laurel, DE were duly granted unto Aaron B. Carey, Reese A. Carey on the 24th day of October, A.D. 2008, and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Co-Executors without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Co-Executors on or before the 6th day of May, A.D. 2009 or abide by the law in this behalf. Co-Executors: Aaron B. Carey 10961 4th Street Laurel, DE 19956 Reese A. Carey 22575 Bethel Road Millsboro, DE 19966 Attorney: Lawrence B. Steele III P.O. Box 799 Georgetown, DE 199470799 David L. Wilson Register of Wills 11/6/3tc

Police Journal Pregnant woman assaulted

Troopers arrested James L. Trader Jr., 48, of Laurel, in connection with an assault that occurred on Nov. 12 around 2:45 a.m. According to police, Trader went to a former acquaintance’s residence in the unit block of Laverty Lane in Bridgeville and knocked on the victim’s door. When she came to the door, he reportedly covered the peephole so that she could not see who was outside. The 25year-old female opened the door and saw Trader standing in the Trader doorway. Police said that Trader grabbed the pregnant female by the neck and threatened bodily harm. He then allegedly shoved the victim in the stomach and onto a couch. The victim later went to Nanticoke Hospital, Seaford, for treatment. The victim screamed out to neighbors to call 911 and Trader fled, police said. Police have charged Trader with second-degree assault, terroristic threatening, disorderly conduct and third-degree criminal trespassing. He was released on $2,500 unsecured bond.

Two charged in attempted robbery

On Nov. 16 at 4:10 a.m., Seaford Police were checking businesses in the area of Golden Corral in Seaford when they noticed a suspicious vehicle in the parking lot. They saw two men, James J. Cuevas, 23, Milford, and David H. Dickerson, 29,

Dover, walking toward the vehicle from the area of Rent-A-Center. Police said that the men were seen disposing of burglar type tools and were apprehended. When police checked the Rent-A-Center, they found signs of an attempted burglary. Members of the Seaford Police Criminal Investigations Division responded and processed the scene. Cuevas and Dickerson were arrested and arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court #3 in Georgetown. They were charged with attempted burglary, tampering with physical evidence, possession of burglar tools, second degree conspiracy, criminal mischief and criminal trespassing. Both were committed to the Department of Corrections in lieu of $6,000 cash bond each.

Fire causes $250,000 in damages The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s office says that a Sunday-afternoon fire caused $250,000 in damages to a Seaford home. Volunteers with the Blades Volunteer Fire Department responded to the fire in the 26000 block of Sussex Highway, assisted by members of the Laurel, Seaford, Bridgeville and Georgetown fire departments. When they arrived on the scene, they found heavy smoke at the northwest corner of the house. Investigators are still determining the cause of the fire. They have determined that the fire originated in the northwest portion of the house. The home was unoccupied at the time of the blaze. The American Red Cross of the Delmarva Peninsula is assisting the family of three adults and two children.

Crackdown on speeders nets 2,700 drivers and will continue Through the 2008 Stop Aggressive Driving campaign, state, county and local law enforcement officers cited 2,737 drivers for speeding — several in excess of 100 mph. The goal of the three-month campaign was to “stop speeding before it stops you.” Preventing speed-related crashes and fatalities was the focus of this year’s Stop Aggressive Driving campaign, which the Office of Highway Safety and law enforcement launched on July 7. Enforcement by the Delaware State Police troops statewide, the Dover Police, the New Castle County Police and the Wilmington Police occurred during July, September and October and was accompanied by a public awareness campaign. Aggressive driving related fatal crashes have declined by 10 percent so far this year and there have been seven fewer speed related fatal crashes compared to this time last year. However, speeding remains second only to DUI as the leading cause of traffic deaths in Delaware, according to statewide crash data.

“We’re pleased that this important safety initiative seems to have had an impact on aggressive driving and speed-related fatal crashes,” said Tricia Roberts, director of the Office of Highway Safety. “However, our overall traffic fatalities remain too high, which is troubling as we head into the holiday season. We’ll continue to partner with state and local law police agencies on high visibility enforcement through the end of the year in an effort to keep our roads safe and protect innocent lives.” The first of these efforts will come over Thanksgiving weekend as OHS joins with State Police to target aggressive, impaired and unbelted motorists on the heaviest traveled holiday weekend of the year. In addition to the campaign’s 2,237 speed citations, officers also made 26 aggressive driving arrests (which requires officers to spot three traffic violations in a single incident), eight DUI arrests and 51 criminal arrests and issued 205 seatbelt citations and 1,658 citations for other traffic violations including individual offenses such as running red lights and stop signs.

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Health briefs Nanticoke raffles game system

The Look-In Glass Shoppe at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital will raffle a Wii gaming system console that includes a CD with five sports games, two nunchucks and two remotes (retail value $350). Tickets are on sale at The Look-In Glass Shoppe (located within Nanticoke

Memorial Hospital) from Nov. 14 until Dec. 15 at noon. Tickets cost $5 each or five for $20. The drawing will be held at noon on Dec. 15. All proceeds from The Look-In Glass Shoppe benefit Nanticoke Health Services. For more information about the raffle, call 302-629-6611, ext. 4955.

Grieving is tough during the holidays It’s simply not the most wonderful time of the year for everybody, particularly for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. At the Family Support Center’s “Lunch Bunch Workshop,” Dr. Judy Pierson, Ed.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Bereavement Counselor, discussed why the holidays are so difficult and what can be done to lessen the burden. Dr. Judy pointed out that the holidays are stressful during the best of times. “There’s too much and too little, too much to do and too little time, too much to buy and too little money. There are unrealistic expectations for perfection: the perfect meal, perfect decorations, perfect gifts, and perfect family visits. Some people long for the magical feelings of childhood or to belong to that ‘Hallmark family’ and suffer the disappointments of nostalgia never equaling holiday realities or of family problems that don’t magically disappear during the holidays.” Especially when coping with a loss, Dr. Judy recommends that you allow yourself to be imperfect and do less. With the focus of the holidays on traditions, memories and family gatherings, your feelings of grief will be intensified and there’s no way to avoid the reality of the absence of this person. Rather, you need to make space for it and surround yourself with people who understand your feelings and who can support you. Be honest about how you feel and what you are able to do. Don’t go to every event. If you do, address the ‘elephant in the room’—the fact that Dad’s not here or Mom’s not here, acknowledging the loss. Don’t feel guilty if a moment of fun takes you by surprise; you know your loved one would want you to have moments of happiness. Understand that music is a strong trigger of emotions and memories and that it is everywhere during the holidays. Drink in moderation, remembering that

alcohol may be around in abundance leading to the temptation to drink too much. Carry something that belonged to your loved one with you to help you feel connected to that person--your husband’s watch, your wife’s ring, a scarf, etc. You don’t even have to tell anyone about it, which recreates an intimacy that you had with that person. If there are roles the deceased used to play, you should figure out who is going to take over that job. You might want to simply cut out traditions, but try to keep each person’s favorite part of the holidays. Plan ahead and think about what’s going to be helpful to you or what nurtures you. Educate the people around you about what you need. Tell people how they can help you; they will appreciate it. Trust your own instincts rather than what people think you should do. Set limits and say no. If it’s too hard, don’t go to events, this year. People will understand. Cut down on your shopping or skip it altogether this year. Use gift certificates. If your loved one had a favorite book, give it to everyone on your list. You might create some rituals to remember your loved one. Place a candle and photo of your loved one on a table and ask each person to write down or share how that person lives on within them. Create a Memory Book from photos, letters, or favorite stories. Buy angels for the Christmas tree or decorate ornaments in honor of that person. Tie a message to a balloon and release the balloon, symbolically sending that message to them. Finally, realize that the anticipation is almost always worse than the actual experience. Anticipation might last two months, but the holidays pass quickly in reality. And remember that the most important part of the holidays is that it is all about love. Ironically, we grieve because we have loved and been loved.

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Stroke and Osteoporosis Screening

Life-Line Screening will be at the Nanticoke Senior Center on Dec. 10. The site is located at 310 Virginia Ave. in Seaford. Appointments will begin at 10 a.m. Screenings are non-invasive. They help identify potential health problems such as blocked arteries and irregular heart rhythm, abdominal aortic aneurysms, and hardening of the arteries in the legs, which is a strong predictor of heart disease. A bone density screening to assess osteoporosis risk is also offered and is appropriate for men and women. Register for a Wellness Package with Heart Rhythm for $149. All five screenings take 60 to 90 minutes to complete. For more information regarding the screenings or to schedule an appointment, call 1-877-237-1287 or visit us on the web at lifelinescreening.com. Pre-registration is required.

CASA seeks volunteers

The Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program of the Family Court needs qualified adults to serve as CASA volunteers. CASA volunteers are trained members of the community who are appointed by Family Court judges to speak up for the best interests of abused and neglected children in Court proceedings. As an official of the Court, the CASA volunteer conducts an independent investigation into the child’s life and provides information and recommendations to the

judge in the case. CASA volunteers work with attorneys, social workers and family members to find a safe and permanent home for each child. CASA volunteers have varied professional, educational, and ethnic backgrounds. They are selected on the basis of their objectivity, competence and commitment. Each volunteer must complete initial training. Casework supervision is provided by full time program coordinators from the Family Court staff. In the last year, CASA volunteers served over 600 children in Delaware. For more information, call the CASA office in Family Court at 302-855-7410 or 302-855-7411. Applications are now being accepted for 2009 training sessions.

Short joins Easter Seals

Anna Short, of Laurel, joins Easter Seals Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore as director of Adult Day Health Services at the Georgetown facility, following the recent retirement of Sally Beaumont. Before joining Easter Seals, Short held positions as the director of New Horizons Adult Care and director of Rehab and Human Services at the Delaware Hospital for Short the Chronically Ill in Smyrna. She has also served the three public nursing facilities with the Division of Public Health’s Long Term Care Section.

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Health Today is the Great American Smokeout By Anthony Policastro, M.D There are some annual events that everyone knows about and anticipates. These include holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. They also include things like the Super Bowl. However, there are many other annual events that are not well known. They are also not looked at with great anticipation for that reason. One of these events occurs on the third Thursday in November. It has been occurring for over 25 years. It is called “The Great American Smokeout”. The idea behind the event is to set a date for smokers to think about quitting. One fact about giving up smoking is that it is easier to do when a specific date is picked. This allows that specific date to be set. Smokers cannot quit until they decide that they want to. Many cigarette smokers have no desire to quit. This is an opportunity to help convince them that perhaps it is time to set a date to think about starting down that road. They may not be successful. However, until they take the first step in deciding that it is time to do something about their unhealthy habit, they will never get there. Some smokers want to quit. However, they keep delaying trying to do so. The

Great American Smokeout offers them an opportunity to set a particular date to start. Nicotine addiction is a difficult one to break. It requires a great effort on the part of the smoker. It also requires significant support from those around the individual. That support must come in the form of continued encouragement. The encouragement is most important for the first seven days. Those are the days when the urge is the strongest. It is related to the physical withdrawal from the nicotine. Unfortunately that urge to return to the addiction never does disappear. The psychological need continues for long after the smoker quits. That is why many smokers quit repeatedly before they are finally successful. What it means to the non-smokers is that they must be supportive of efforts to quit. That is true for The Great American Smokeout. There should be encouragement in advance. There should be encouragement on the day itself. One of the goals should be to have confirmed smokers become smokers who are trying to quit. The other goal should be to help those who are trying to quit become ex-smokers. Both of those goals require support. That support must not end the day after the Great American Smokeout. It must go

on full force for the next week until the physical addiction is conquered. At that point it can take the form of positive reinforcement to the individual that has succeeded. We should think about the significance of having this annual event exactly seven days before Thanksgiving. Just think how many more things a family can be thankful for if there is one less smoker in the household. The individual can be thankful that he/she will live longer. He/she can be thankful that their family will not lose them to one of the many premature deaths that cigarettes cause. Spouses can be thankful that they will not become widows or widowers as so many other do every year.

Children can be thankful that they will not lose their parents to cigarette related death. Children can also be thankful that their parents will live long enough to see their grandchildren. Grandchildren can be thankful that they will have an opportunity to be very spoiled by their grandparents. Smoking affects our lives in so many ways. It deprives us of loved ones prematurely on a regular basis. It makes the quality of life for patients with emphysema miserable for years before their deaths. The Great American Smokeout offers an annual opportunity for smokers and non-smokers to work together to ensure our families can celebrate the well-known and highly anticipated Thanksgiving holiday in a more meaningful fashion.

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Help from the past to get us through our tasks Captain Kangaroo and my great aunt Bernice. Two people from my YNN ARKS past about whom I have been thinking a lot lately. Suddenly, into my head The good captain popped into my head recently while I was carpopped a line from that rying cement blocks from point A old show tune that the to point B. In addition to the conCaptain used to play, struction project we have going on, about a determined ant. rebuilding our back porch, we now ‘Oops there goes another have to replace our heater, which rubber tree plant.’ decided several days ago to cease functioning. My husband, preparing the way for installation of the “I hate moving blocks. I hate moving new furnace in our cellar, needed some of blocks!” the cement blocks that were left over from There was rhythm — 1, 2, 345. 1, 2, the construction and that were sitting in 345. But this wasn’t lightening the load the driveway. any. It was only reminding me, over and The driveway is on one side of the over, that I was miserable. house, the opening into the cellar is on the Suddenly, into my head popped a line other side. One heavy block at a time, I from that old show tune that the Captain was moving the stack. used to play, about a determined ant. Across the driveway, along the herb “Oops there goes another rubber tree garden, behind the new back porch, dining plant.” room and living room and around the corWell, I, like the ant, have High Hopes. ner of the house to the cellar door. I was High apple pie in the sky hopes. Hopes trying to find some rhythm to my task, that our back porch will soon be finished, some recitation that would make the job that our living room, which yesterday go more quickly. morning was a toasty 45 degrees, will “I hate moving blocks.” Maybe if I said soon be warm again, that one day, with all it more loudly.

our work done, there will be leisure time to go to the movies or just sit on the couch and read a book. I never understood why an ant would want to move a rubber tree plant. But if he could do it, then I can move a load of cement block. “So any time you’re getting’ low, ’stead of lettin’ go, “Just remember that ant— “Oops there goes another rubber tree plant!” Nothing like singing to put a spring in your step, even if you are carrying a heavy cement block. Thanks, Captain. As for Bernice, I’ve been thinking about how she helped my grandfather, her brother, with whom she lived, with his numerous projects. Deaf, and consequently dumb, from an early childhood illness, she nevertheless was able to follow his every move and anticipate his next step. When he needed a hammer, she had already fetched it. When it was needle-nose, not hog-nose, pliers that were required, she always had the right pair. I’m trying. Just the other day, when my husband started rattling off supplies that he needed to complete the plumbing on the back porch, I had already grabbed a pen and paper. And while a recent mission to

the hardware store that I was sent on resulted in two wrong items — a PVC coupling instead of CPVC, a flange fitting instead of plain — I did manage to get four items on the list right. But I don’t pay attention the way Bernice did. She would have known why the flange fitting I bought was wrong. She would have understood why that famous ant is moving the rubber tree plant, why, in the second verse, the ram wants to punch a hole in the dam, and would have had the right tools there to make their jobs easier. She, of course, never heard that song. Captain Kangaroo and his sidekicks Mr. Greenjeans, Mr. Moose, Dancing Bear, Grandfather Clock and Bunny Rabbit were just pictures on the television screen, silent figures whom the children who visited her occasionally watched and who once in a while played with Ping Pong balls. Maybe if, like Bernice, I had not been mesmerized by television, I would be a better handywoman today. True, I wouldn’t have known about that determined ant and my concrete block-moving experience would have been drudgery. But with a little more knowledge, I could be the boss in our two-person crew and my husband could be the gofer. High hopes indeed.

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First stages of work begin on Indian River bridge The Department of Transportation (DelDOT) announces that Skanska USA Civil Southeast, the design-build contractor for the new Indian River Inlet Bridge, is on the construction site and is mobilizing manpower and equipment for the first major construction activity. The activity will be the driving of two 24-inch square, 140 feet long prestressed concrete indicator piles. The piles are scheduled to be driven during the latter part of November. These test piles will provide valuable geotechnical information that will be used to ensure that future piles perform as intended. Both indicator piles will be driven on the south side of the inlet. Area residents and visitors can expect some noise during daytime hours as the piles are driven. The pile driving operations will be monitored via seismic testing by Skanksa. The pile driving operation will not require any traffic restrictions for motorists or cyclists, and will not impact boaters or fisherman in the area. After the indicator pile geotechnical information is compiled and analyzed, offsite production of the bridge’s 36” x 36” prestressed concrete piles will commence. Delivery and installation of the larger piles to be used in the actual bridge construction is expected to occur early in 2009. Beginning this winter, there will be varied opportunities for public input and participation into the bridge building project. Specifically, the public will have input into determining some architectural and visual features of the new bridge, including the color of the cable stays, the design of the pylon tops, and the pylon picnic area form linear details. As construction progresses, DelDOT and Skanska will offer other educational outreach activities. More information about educational outreach activities will be provided in the future on these public opportunities.

$150 million-design build contract Skanska Southeast was awarded the $150 million-design build contract in August 2008. Of the three proposals received, Skanska had the lowest price, highest technical score and the shortest construction time. The new design is dynamic and functional. It will have two 240 feet high towers/pylons on each side of the bridge with single plane cable stays. For comparison, the Williams V. Roth Jr. Bridge over the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal has two towers/pylons approximately 180 feet tall and a single plane of cable stays down the center of the bridge. The current Indian River Inlet Bridge has support piers in the inlet and no supporting towers. The new bridge will also be 2,600 feet long, including a 900-foot clear span over the Inlet, with 1,700 feet of bridge over land. All supports will be out of the water, eliminating the conditions that now exist with the current bridge. The new bridge will have a minimum 100-year design life. The foundations will be supported on 36-inch-square piles which will be manufactured by Bayshore Concrete Products, a subsidiary of Skanska Southeast. Skanska had previously used these types of piles on the Escambia Bay I-10 Bridges in Florida. Under the new design, the minimum vertical clearance will increase from the existing 35 feet to 45 feet over the navigational portion of the inlet. The bridge will have two 12-foot wide travel lanes, a 10-foot wide outside shoulder, and a four-foot wide inside shoulder in each direction. Additionally, one 12-foot wide sidewalk will be accessed from the east side of the bridge. The reduced embankment limits will result in the elimination of massive embankments and will provide an open view. Skanska Southeast has earned a reputable reputation as a builder of some of

Castle urges Delawareans to be aware of inauguration ticket scams Not even a week after the Election, hundreds of calls have been pouring into Congressional offices, including Congressman Michael N. Castle’s (R-DE), requesting inauguration tickets for President-elect Barack Obama’s swearing-in ceremony. At the present time, the Joint Congressional Committee on Inauguration Ceremonies has printed approximately 250,000 tickets for the ceremony on January 20, 2009, at the west front of the U.S. Capitol. Tickets for the ceremony are free and will be given to Members of Congress as well as the President-elect’s presidential inaugural committee. Members of Congress will receive a limited number of tickets in January, and Rep. Castle will distribute them on a firstcome, first-serve basis. Rep. Castle’s office has already received far more requests than can be matched with allotted tickets. Therefore, he is encouraging Delaware-

ans wishing to attend the inauguration to simply attend the non-ticketed viewing areas along the parade route and on the National Mall. It is important to note that tickets advertised or being sold on the Internet for the ceremony are not valid. There have been reports of high-priced scams on multiple websites, and it should be noted that to sell these tickets is illegal. For those who are unable to receive free tickets, there will likely be distant viewing areas along the Washington Mall, where the public can see the ceremony via a large video screen. The theme for this year’s ceremony will be “A New Birth of Freedom,” based on Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address in celebration of his 200th birthday. Details for the inaugural parade will be coordinated once President-elect Barack Obama has established the presidential committee.

the most noteworthy construction projects in the Southeastern United States, including the Cooper River Bridge in South Carolina and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge Foundations in Maryland. Current bridge The following bridge monitoring is taking place to ensure the existing Indian River Inlet Bridge remains safe while the new bridge is being constructed: Yearly visual inspections: The last inspection took place in August 2008, and nothing of concern was found. Underwater Dive Inspections: The most recent inspection occurred in October 2008 and no changes in the scour condition near the piers nor in the general area were noted. Bathymetric Surveys: DelDOT conducts annual bathymetric surveys, and additional surveys after severe storm events. In addition the Army Corps of Engineers has continued to provide DelDOT with their peri-

odic bathymetric surveys. These pictures are posted on www.irib.deldot.gov. Land Survey Equipment: Land survey equipment is used to monitor movement, if any occurs, on the existing bridge on a regular basis (monthly). Sonar monitoring device: DelDOT is working with the University of Delaware to install sonar devices on the bridge to further monitor the scour progression. Pier Sensors: DelDOT worked with the University of Delaware to install pier sensors on the bridge. All monitoring devices indicate that the existing bridge is structurally sound and safe for the traveling public’s use. The current bridge will remain in place while the new bridge is built. After construction of the new bridge is complete, the old bridge will be demolished. DelDOT is currently discussing options for disposal with the Army Corp of Engineers. For additional information visit www.irib.deldot.gov.

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Oscar Castrejon SeafordFirst team All-Conference

Kelsey Hoch- Seaford HighFirst team All-Conference

Tyrek Camper- Seaford HighFirst team All-Conference

Micah Idler- Woodbridge First team All-Conference

Tim Halter- Seaford HighFirst team All-Conference

SENIOR LEADER- Woodbridge varsity football captain Jorge Young rushed for 1,535 yards and recorded over 100 tackles in his senior season. Young was named first team all-conference as a linebacker and second team all-conference as a fullback. See the story on page 44. Photo by Mike McClure

WOODBRIDGE AWARDS- Woodbridge seniors Grace Reardon, left, and Lindsey Cook were presented with awards during the school’s fall sports banquet last week. Cook received the sportsmanship award while Reardon was named athlete of the year. Photo by Mike McClure

Shown (l to r) are Micah Idler, the Woodbridge boys’ soccer team’s athlete of the year, and Jesus Cardenas, who won the team’s sportsmanship award. Photo by Mike McClure

Woodbridge High School holds 2008 Fall Sports Banquet The Woodbridge Fall Sports Banquet took place last Thursday night. In addition to the awards from the individual teams, the following student/athletes were recognized: Four year award (four year letter earners): Jorge Young, Samantha Smith, and Heather Solomon Woodbridge Scholar Athlete Award (A average): Liz Walk, Patrick Davis, Javier Cardenas, Shaun Russell, Taylor Patterson, and Paul Nelson DIAA Scholar Athlete Award (90 percent or 3.5 GPA): Samantha Richey, Ti’arrah Hinton, Lindsey Cook, Grace Reardon, Liz Walk, Kelli Warner, Kelsey Johnson, Rachel Doyon, Kate Mullett, Will Passwaters, Patrick Davis, Eric Willey, Javier Cardenas, Doug Coppock, Jeremy Messick, Shaun Russell, T.J. Jefferson, Taylor Patterson, and Paul Nelson 100 percent attendance (in practices and games): Lauren Gum, Kera Sampson, Ti’arrah Hinton, Julia Jewell, Kate Mullett, Megan Sirkis, Brittany Joseph, Grace Reardon, Heather Solomon, Micah Idler, Dashawn Collins, Zach Deford, T.J. Jefferson, Zach Lonergan, Jeremy Messick, Taylor Patterson, Austin Perry, Tyler Phillips, Shaun Russell, Greg Seay, De’Andre Tull, Troy Worthy, Jorge Young, and Doug Coppock

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COLLEGE SIGNING- Shown (l to r) at a press conference for Sussex Tech senior wrestler Alex Thomas are: Michele Thomas, Alex’s mother; Alex Thomas; and L.J. Thomas, Alex’s father; back- Sussex Tech assistant wrestling coach Tom Shaffer; Sussex Tech assistant wrestling coach Kurt Schneck; and Sussex Tech head wrestling coach Scott Layfield. The Seaford resident signed a letter of intent to attend Clarion University during Monday’s press conference. See story on page 46. Photo by Mike McClure JUNIOR WEE-

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Seaford Stars of the Week

Athletes of the Week- Delmar varsity field hockey team The Delmar varsity field hockey team advanced to the state semifinals where it was narrowly defeated by Brandywine last week. The 14th seeded Wildcats won the Henlopen South and made a solid run in the state playoffs with just two seniors.

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FALL SPORTS- Woodbridge senior football player Doug Coppock received the team’s sportsmanship award during the Woodbridge High School Fall Sports Banquet last Wednesday in Bridgeville. Woodbridge junior Julia Jewell was presented with the cheerleading team’s athlete of the year award. Photos by Mike McClure

Halter named first team all-conference, Smith makes second team Seaford’s Tim Halter was named first team all-conference for boys’ soccer. Halter was left off the Star’s list of local all-conference players. Also, Sussex Tech goalie James Smith was selected second team all-conference.

Seaford Alumni Soccer game to take place Nov. 29 All former Seaford High School soccer players are invited to return to play in this year’s annual alumni game which will be held on Saturday, Nov. 29 at 2 p.m. at the Seaford Soccer Stadium. Dust off those cleats and join your former teammates for an afternoon of great soccer playing with some of Seaford’s finest. Please contact Coach Lee at (302) 629-5465 or via e-mail at soccerlee9@comcast.net for further information and to register your attendance.

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LITTLE RAIDERS- Woodbridge’s James Harmon, Hunter Hardesty, Jawaun Rodriguez, and Garrett Temple are shown during the Junior Pee Wee conference semifinals last Saturday in Laurel. Photo by Mike McClure

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Local football players named to Henlopen all-conference teams

Woodbridge’s Jorge Young makes his way through a hole during a game against Laurel last season. Young made the switch from offensive line to fullback as a junior. He ran for 1,535 yards this season. Photo by Mike McClure

Young tallies over 1,500 yards rushing, records 110 tackles for Blue Raiders

defensive end; DeShawn McIvor, Seaford, defensive tackle; Jorge Young, Woodbridge, linebacker; Ross Miller, Seaford, linebacker; Tyler Cornish, Delmar, linebacker; Trevor Wescott, Woodbridge, defensive back Second team- David Bradshaw, Delmar, tight end; Cody Thompson, Delmar, offensive tackle; Derek Babinski, Laurel, offensive tackle and defensive tackle; Josh Smith, Seaford, guard; Tony Rubino, Laurel, guard; Bobby Disharoon, Delmar, center; Brandon Hearne, Laurel, quarterback and punter; Chris Jones, Laurel, tailback; Jorge Young, Woodbridge, fullback; Kline Valentin, Laurel, defensive end; R.C. Jefferson, Woodbridge, defensive tackle; Mike Heck, Laurel, defensive tackle; Nick Munoz, Laurel, linebacker; Justin Rife, Laurel, linebacker; Kevin Forse, Delmar, defensive back Honorable mention- Spencer Fothergill, Delmar; Chris Cutsail, Laurel, Robbie Payne, Seaford; T.J. Jefferson, Woodbridge

See next week’s Star for photos of the local players named first team all-conference as well as photos of all of the Sussex Tech athletes named to the first team.

By Mike McClure Woodbridge senior Jorge Young led the Raiders on offense and defense in his senior season this Fall. Young ran for 1,535 yards and nine touchdowns and recorded 110 total tackles to earn first team all-conference honors as a linebacker and second team all-conference honors as a fullback. “He just had a fantastic year. To know that he was the guy to key on when you play us,” said Woodbridge head coach John Parker. Young ran for 100 yards or more in nine of his team’s 10 games this season. He was held to less than 100 yards by Indian River, but he still averaged over seven yards per carry in the game. “It hurts just seeing four years go by that fast,” Young said of his high school career. “He put in the work. He put in the time in the weight room and got himself in good shape and it shows,” Jorge’s father, George, said. Young saw time his freshman year and began starting for the Raiders as a sophomore. Jorge put a lot of hard work and effort in, especially in the weight room, in the time leading up to his final season. As a result, he was a unanimous selection a team captain this year. “They knew the amount of effort and time that he put in to get himself good to go,” said Parker. “He’s probably the strongest kid I’ve ever coached.” Young squats 500 pounds and benches over 350 pounds. Last spring Young, who also plays basketball, ran track to work on his speed. Last season Young made the transition from the offensive line to fullback. “They (Young and Laurel fullback Tyler West) kind of got a lineman’s dream,” Parker said of the switch from lineman to running back. “It was tough. I know every lineman want to run the ball but it was tough,” said Young. Young said he had to learn how to hold on to the ball, lead block, and had to know all of the blocking schemes. The Raiders’ defensive signal caller

The following local players were named to the Henlopen All-Conference football teams: Henlopen North- first team- Tyler Justice, Sussex Tech, guard; Desmond Sivels, Sussex Tech, fullback and defensive back Second team- Drew Hitchens, Sussex Tech, tight end; Joe Casullo, Sussex Tech, offensive tackle and defensive tackle; Seth Hastings, Sussex Tech, punter/kicker; Orlando Theiss, Sussex Tech, defensive end; Shane Marvel, Sussex Tech, linebacker Honorable mention- Aikeem Brewer, Sussex Tech Henlopen South- first team- Josh Kosiorowski, Laurel, tight end; David Albert, Laurel, wide receiver, Laurel; Brooks Hearne, Laurel, offensive tackle; Gaven Parker, Laurel, guard; Tevin Jackson, Delmar, tailback; My’Keal Purnell, Seaford, tailback; Tyler West, Laurel, fullback; Kyle Brown, Laurel, kicker; Seth Benson, Delmar, punter; David Bradshaw, Delmar, defensive end; Yvens St. Phard, Seaford,

Seaford Department of Recreation to hold winter signups The Seaford Department of Recreation is holding signups for the following winter programs: Youth basketball- The age groups are boys 8-10, 11-13, and 14-18 and girls 8-13. The cost is $20. Practices start in December, registration ends Dec 1. Boys’ and girls’ basketball- The boys’ and girls’ basketball league for children ages six and seven years old will start in February. The league, which will play games at Fredrick Douglass on Saturday morning, will cost $20. Junior Jordan Clinic- The Junior Jordan Clinic will be open to boys and girls in grades K-3 at a cost of $5. The clinics will take place Saturday mornings in January, starting Jan 10. Basic fundamentals will be stressed. Registration ends Dec. 31. All registrations take place at the rec office or you can call 629-6809 for more information. Woodbridge senior Jorge Young helped lead the Raider football team as one its captains. Young was named first team all-conference as a linebacker and second team all-conference as a fullback. Photo by Mike McClure

led the team in tackles from his linebacker position. “At his size when he hit you he brought you down,” Parker said. Parker also praised Young for being a model citizen off the field and a good student in the classroom. Young called the experience of playing for Parker as a member of the Raiders a positive one. “It was a pleasure. He (Parker) instills things you can take with you in your life,” said Young. Growing up, Jorge competed with his brother, Jamil. George Young said he taught all of his children “no matter what you do you have to do your best at it.” Jorge also learned from his family to learn how to do something correctly, to have fun while playing the game, and that academics and athletics go hand in hand. As for the future, Young is hoping to play football in college. He is still undecided on a school.

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Delmar hockey season ends with 1-0 loss to Brandywine By Mike McClure

Laurel Pop Warner Junior Pee Wee player Timaun Williams is met by the Woodbridge defense during last Saturday’s conference semifinal game. Williams scored the game-winning touchdown in the Bulldogs’ 13-7 win. Photo by Mike McClure

Despite a solid effort by senior goalie Shannon Wilson and the Delmar defense, the Wildcats fell to Brandywine, 1-0, in the state field hockey semifinals last Wednesday in Dover. The game was scoreless in the first half, with the Bulldogs netting the game’s only goal early in the second half. “We were outplayed,” Delmar head coach Susan Elliott said. “They (Delmar) left it on the field, they gave it all they had. We just couldn’t get much offense today. We had a few chances.” Delmar opened the game with a corner, but the Bulldogs were on the offensive throughout the game. Brandywine took 13 shots on goal in the first half with Delmar senior goalie Shannon Wilson recording 12 saves. Brandywine had three series in which it had plenty of chances to score. The relentless Wildcat defense held up on each of those series. On the first series, the Bulldogs had three corners, a long hit, a shot saved by Wilson, and a shot that went wide left. Brandywine added two corners, a long hit, and a shot stopped by Wilson on the second series. Later in the half, Brandywine took three consecutive shots on goal but could not score. “I don’t know where she (Wilson) came up with some of those saves. She had a heck of a game,” said Elliott. “It was a great defensive effort.” Delmar had no shots in the first half, while Brandywine held a 6-2 advantage in corners. The Wildcats opened the second half with a corner, but again the Bulldogs unloaded a barrage of shots on goal. Brandywine’s Kalie McCormick scored the game’s only goal on a corner with 26:08 left in the half. Mary Francis Meier was credited with the assist. Wilson and the Delmar defense continued to keep it close, Wilson made three saves and defender Lauren Massey turned back a shot on goal. Delmar’s Carlee Budd’s shot was stopped with 18:07 remaining in the game. Delmar also had a cross in front of the goal at the end of the game, but no one was there to take a shot. In all Brandywine had 20 shots and Wilson made 19 saves. The Bulldogs also had a 13-3 advantage in corners. Seniors Lindsay Lloyd and Shannon Wilson played their final game as members of the Delmar varsity field hockey team on Wednesday, ending their stellar high school careers. “You always tell them (seniors) ‘when you take the field make sure you have no regrets’,” Elliott said. “They both stepped up their game today and I’m really proud of them.”

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Forms also available at the Boys & Girls Clubs in Seaford & Laurel FALL SCRAPBOOK- Seaford defensive back Raheem Cannon chases down Archmere’s Brain Fahey during a game early in the football season. See next week’s Seaford Star for more Fall Sports scrapbook photos. Photo by Lynn Schofer

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Sussex Tech’s Thomas signs letter of intent to attend Clarion University By Mike McClure Sussex Tech senior Alex Thomas of Seaford became the third Raven wrestler in four years to receive a college scholarship when he signed a letter of intent to attend Clarion University during a press conference on Monday. “There’s a lot of pressure off. I don’t have to worry about how I perform at a tournament so much because the next goal is accomplished,” said Thomas, who joins Sussex Tech graduates and wrestlers Jamar Beckett and A.J. Brooks as membes of the Raven wrestling program who received scholarships to wrestle in college. Thomas said he chose the Pennsylvania school because it is in a small town as well as the people he met when he visited Clarion. He also like the Golden Eagles’ coaches and wrestlers. Thomas will wrestle for head coach Teague Moore, a national champion in 1998 while wrestling for Oklahoma State. Assistant Coach Ethan Bosch, a former U.S. Open National champion and U.S. Olympic alternate, will also work with Thomas. “I really wanted a coach that could push me,” Thomas said. “He’s worked hard since he was a Pee Wee kid,” said Sussex Tech varsity wrestling coach Scott Layfield. “He’s going to be an asset wherever he’s at. Clarion’s very lucky to get him.” Alex already has a number of school records including over 100 wins and over 60 pins. He enters his senior season looking for a third conference championship. “It’s (Sussex Tech) been great. This place has been so great for me. This is as much of a home as I can find in a high school and that’s the way I felt about Clarion,” Thomas said. In addition to looking for another conference title, Thomas is looking to win a state championship and place first in the Beast of the East tournament. He placed fifth in the tournament, which gave him a great deal of exposure to college coaches, last year. “I’m really excited. I have high expectations both for myself and the team,” said Thomas. Thomas is thankful for the support he has received from his family, including his mother, Michele, and father, L.J., who were both in attendance on Monday. A

Laurel’s Elijah DeShields runs with the ball on a reverse during last Saturday’s Junior Pee Wee game in Laurel. Laurel topped Woodbridge, 13-7, in the conference semifinal game. Photo by Mike McClure Sussex Tech senior Alex Thomas, shown during a wrestling match last season, recently signed a letter of intent to attend Clarion University where he will wrestle. Star File Photo

highlight of his high school career came when he wrestled in front of 25 members of his family. “I was really proud that I was able to compete in front of them,” Thomas said. “I feel like I have the greatest family in wrestling.” Alex is looking forward to wrestling in front of the Delaware crowds, however, getting chance to wrestle in front of over 1,000 people at Clarion is also exciting. “I’m excited for next year when I get to compete in front of that many people,” said Thomas. He plans to major in English at Clarion. Although he still has a year of high school wrestling left, Thomas is already setting goals for college. He wants to become a national qualifier as a freshman. Sussex Tech alum A.J. Brooks was a national qualifier as a sophomore at Clarion. According to Layfield, Thomas had the skills when he joined the varsitywrestling team as a freshman. With the help of his coaches, which include his father, he has matured over the past three years. Layfield praised Alex for being a good mentor and captain who is always looking to learn about or teach the sport he loves. The Raven coach credits Thomas’ parents for instilling the importance of academics and doing what’s right. 800 S. Market St., Blades, Del.

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

HALL OF FAME- The Eastern Shore Baseball Foundation inducted 11 players into the Hall of Fame at its banquet last Saturday night at the Delmar VFW hall. Inducted were (l to r): Bill McCain, Jr. (for dad Bill McCain), Jim Rayne, Don Chelton, Bill Lecates, Corey Hoch, Peggy Daniels (for Jimmy Daniels), Kathleen Messick (for Jimmy Messick), Troy Brohawn, and John Roy Adler. Absent were Harold Baines and Ryan Thompson. Photo by Pat Murphy

RAIDER RUN- Woodbridge’s Jawaun Rodriguez is met by the Laurel defense on a quarterback keeper in the Junior Pee Wee conference semifinals last weekend. Rodriguez ran for a touchdown and an extra point in his team’s 13-7 loss. Photo by Mike McClure

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Laurel/Seaford Star sports predictions: week 11 Mike McClure (54-30-1)- High School football- Caravel at Laurel- Laurel 28-27The Bulldogs have the weapons and the home field advantage to earn a spot in the state championship with a win over the Bucs. College football- Villanova at University of Delaware- Delaware 35-31- Last year Nova upset the Hens in Philly, look for UD to do the same this year. Michigan State at Penn State- Penn State 35-24 West Virginia at Louisville- West Virginia 42-28 NFL- Philadelphia at Baltimore- Baltimore 21-17- Hope this one’s more exciting than last week’s tie. Washington at Seattle- Washington 28-17 Lynn Schofer (51-33-1)- High School football- Caravel at Laurel- Laurel 28-14Offense will carry the Bulldogs to the finals. College football- Villanova at University of Delaware- U of D 34-21 Michigan State at Penn State- Penn State 17-3- Penn State stings from the loss that eliminated them from National Championship. They won’t give up anything else. West Virginia at Louisville- West Virginia 45-21 NFL- Philadelphia at Baltimore- Philadelphia 31-17- After last week’s flat and poor offense the Eagles will get it together. Washington at Seattle- Washington 17-10 Daniel Richardson (47-29-1)- High School football- Caravel at Laurel- Laurel 2827- No doubt this will be a tough game for Laurel but the momentum is certainly behind them. I expect them to come out ahead in this game. College football- Villanova at University of Delaware- University of Delaware 28-17 Michigan State at Penn State- Penn State 21-20 West Virginia at Louisville- West Virginia 28-21 NFL- Philadelphia at Baltimore- Philadelphia 21-17- I would be more confident if the game was in Philadelphia, but I still expect Philly to win this one. Washington at Seattle- Washington 31-14

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Governor-elect Markell announces selections Governor-elect Jack Markell announced Tuesday that Dennis Rochford will leave a career in the private sector to be his administration’s chief of staff. “Dennis has the right combination of experience in the business world and in government that I was looking for in a chief of staff,” Markell said. Rochford will be stepping down from his post as president of the Maritime Exchange for the Delaware River and Bay. The Exchange is a nonprofit trade association serving port businesses throughout Delaware, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Markell also announced Tuesday that he has selected a group of Delawareans to lead his transition team’s committees that will be focusing on key areas of state government, including economic growth, education, health care and the environment. “I am delighted to have such talented people leading these committees,” Markell said. “Their ideas about the innovative ways we can meet the challenges facing our state will be critical in helping me and my administration to get to work from Day 1. We are facing sobering economic

times, but this is a situation that also presents a great opportunity for us to be creative and make good decisions for Delaware’s future.” The committees will examine all aspects of state government, identify key challenges and opportunities for the incoming administration and highlight potential cost savings. The panels will begin meeting next week and report back to Governor-elect Markell on their findings before he takes office Jan. 20. The committee co-chairs are: • Administration: Don Puglisi, a University of Delaware professor emeritus and founder of Puglisi & Associates; and Nancy Shevock, a retired state employee who has served as the Director of the Delaware Transit Corporation and chief financial officer of the Capital School District. • Jobs, Education and the Economy: Bank of America executive Tony Allen and Dr. Ileana Smith, vice president and director of Delaware Technical and Community College’s Owens Campus in Georgetown. • Human Services: Pastor Sylvester Beaman of Bethel

AME church in Wilmington; and Drew Fennell, executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union’s Delaware chapter. • Infrastructure: Delaware Building Trades Council President Harry Gravell; Dick Willey,

president of Perdue AgriBusiness; and Debbie Heaton, associate director of philanthropy for the Delaware Nature Conservancy. Markell continues to add members to the four committees.

Those interested in serving should visit www.markelltransition.com. Individuals interested in applying to serve in the Markell administration can also submit their names and resumes on the site.

Don’t miss out on the life you’ve worked for.

Cross country bike trip Continued from page eight

ride home from Portland to Washington, D.C. Altogether, the trip totaled 5,000 miles, and they crossed 15 states and one Canadian province. By the end, Shawn and Bruce had shaggy beards. They read a lot of books during the trip. Shawn mostly read novels, including some classics. One book, The Brothers Karamazov, by Fyodor Dostoevsky, was a tedious read, Shawn said. The trip wasn’t without its share of problems. “Some days it rained and poured and was miserably cold,” said Shawn. “Riding in the rain wasn’t much fun.” Also, the Midwest was very hot and windy, and they stopped riding around noon during those days. The Appalachian Mountains were very steep. Evie’s bike had a lot of broken spokes, and the riders had a lot of flat tires. For Shawn, the good outweighed the bad. “I liked being able to get away from everything and just relax,” he said. “Everything was beautiful in its own way. You do gain a great appreciation for nature.” He enjoyed being on a bike rather than being in a car, because “you’re out in it. You just feel more connected to everything.” Shawn said that it was nice to be able to talk to people. “People would come up all the time and

talk to us. Everybody was really friendly with us.” “When I think about this trip I don’t think of it as a difficult physical task,” Shawn said. “After the first month or so of getting in shape, it really wasn’t too bad and I really think almost anyone could physically do it. But more so I think of it as a great privilege to be able to have the time and be in the position to be able to go on an adventure like this. It really was an amazing summer, one that I’m sure I will always look back on as one of the best things I ever did.” Shawn has advice for anyone planning a similar trip. “Don’t worry so much beforehand,” he said. “Don’t plan it out too far ahead of time. Just do it.” He recommends getting a touring bike, and carrying a couple of extra bike tubes, a patch kit, and spare tires. Shawn rode on a Novara Randonee touring bike, which is made by REI. It has 27 speeds. Shawn is getting married soon to Kaylene Myers of Oil City, Pa. Evie lives in Harrisonburg, Va. Bruce is working for Air Serv International as a humanitarian aid pilot in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. To learn more about the trip, and to look at the photo album, visit the blog at www.pedal-toportland.blogspot.com/.

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Both Obama and Markell will reach across the aisle Barack Obama has not been sworn in as president but already RANK ALIO Rush Limbaugh is blaming Obama for the recent decline of the stock Hopefully, governormarket because of his planned poli- elect Jack Markell and cies during his administration. Obama will bring their What will the new administragovernments to the center tions in Washington, Dover and and pull Americans who Georgetown look like in the next are now either right or left four years? One thing we know is to the center. that they all have been dug deep holes financially and it will take something short of a miracle to I believe Obama will push for public pull themselves out. works programs that will put people to In Washington and Dover, I believe we work instead of a one-shot cash infusion to will find a new Democrat Party trying to the public that we had earlier in the year come to the center. Republican strategists which was expected to jump start the say the country is right of the center; I economy but was money wasted. think their party is more to the right than I like the idea of public works programs they think. I would agree that at times the because people have a steady paycheck Democratic Party has been further to the and projects including rebuilding bridges, left than even I think it should be. roads, sewer and water lines is not a waste Hopefully, governor-elect Jack Markell of government money. Our infrastructure and Obama will bring their governments is in disrepair because of cutbacks by the to the center and pull Americans who are federal government. now either right or left, red or blue, to the Franklin Roosevelt used this method, center as Americans. (CCC) during the Depression. Many of the

parks my bride and I visited in Arizona and Utah were built by people out of work during the Depression. This money will really trickle down to the states, counties and municipalities in the form of jobs. For every job created, that paycheck goes through six other cash registers, for groceries, gas, fuel, dining out, tipping the server, etc. Working people pay taxes which allow governments to pay for the services provided to residents. How else do you expect the world to go ‘round? Washington needs a calm, firm voice to inspire confidence in Americans. Right now, they are scared and worried about their future. You don’t undo eight years in a year, but you can begin building a foundation. Some economists estimate it could be as late as 2013 before the housing industry can get back on its feet. You can expect Republicans to serve in the Obama and Markell administrations; both men truly want to reach across the aisle and want to work with the Republicans. How it will work is anyone’s guess. Sussex County is an issue to its own. I

pity county administrator Dave Baker as he deals with the new Republican-controlled council. Hopefully by the end of the first month after the power struggle ends, council members will get down to the business of the budget. For the first time in 20 years, there is a possibility of a tax increase or a layoff, possibly both, to cover the deficit. Although I believe George Cole, now the longest-serving member of the council, should be the first Republican in 20 years to be president of the council, he will not challenge the eager Vance Phillips who lined up his votes months ago for the top slot. Cole waited for years to have a majority voice on land-use issues, but finds again that he is in the minority, fighting growth with real estate agent and developer Phillips and with newly elected Sam Wilson and Mike Vincent siding with Phillips. Cole may have an ally in newcomer Joan Deaver, a professional anti-developer advocate. Be patient. Even though we are hurting, there are some who will fight change.

We should do the right thing just because it’s the right thing OK, you know who you are. You can try to hide, but I still know ONY INDSOR who you are. You are the one who leaves the There should be an inshopping cart sitting in the middle trinsic desire within each of the only parking space available in the Wal-Mart parking lot. I am of us to right wrongs and now on bended knee begging you become responsible in reto please consider the next time action to those who are irpushing the cart just a few feet away into the cart roundup. responsible. You are also the one who tries on a pair of shoes in the store and caused a growth in selfishness and a sense then shoves the shoes back into the first of entitlement. box you find. This explains why I come I have certainly mentioned in my past home from the store with a pair of shoes columns about how envious I can become only to find that either both of the shoes at the awesome technology available to are a different size or there are two left our young people today. I am concerned, shoes in the box. however, that many young people no And don’t let me get started about how longer learn to write cursive and this is no miserable I get when I go to the card store longer a priority in our elementary and find the perfect greeting card, but no schools. There is something very intimate matching envelope. and personal about receiving a letter from Have we become a society of less than someone who has taken the time to hand compassionate people? As we approach write the communication. the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, Are we becoming a “soft” generation? I hope we will all take time to reflect on Is the desire to dress provocatively and the character attributes that make for a with less than personal pride more indicamore desirable society. Maybe I have betive of our right to make a fashion statecome an old cranky codger, but I do bement than to make a good impression? lieve there was a time when there were Maybe I just feel like the pervasive phimore selfless efforts made by people. losophy today seems to be “I do not have People went out of their way to be to do anything I don’t want to.” I know friendly and also took the time to extend a there are more pressing issues than my helping hand to others. Don’t get me petty peeves about shopping carts that are wrong — there are certainly a good many left in the middle of the store parking lot, people who still demonstrate awesome but I hope this is not indicative of a bigger character and spend time in service to oth- sense of avoided responsibility. ers. Just not enough, I fear. I remember as a young boy, I was I hope that the very things that make us walking with my father and he told me to a great country and a desired place to live, reach down and pick up a potato chip bag such as freedom and the blessings of great that was lying on the ground where we wealth in terms of the material things that were walking. Not understanding why I are available to us at every turn, have not was expected to pick it up, I defensively

said in response, “I didn’t throw it down there.” He looked at me and said, “No, I don’t believe you did, Bunk, but you were the one who found it.” As I picked up the potato chip bag and threw it in the trash can, I know that I only did it because if I didn’t Dad would have thrown the bag away himself, with me attached to it. But over the years I came to

understand what he meant. There should be an intrinsic desire within each of us to right wrongs and become responsible in reaction to those who are irresponsible. So instead of walking around, or over, the proverbial potato chip bag, we should take the initiative to pick it up and throw it away. Oh well, it was just a thought.

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Letters to the Editor Virginia Short Grand Marshal

The 2008 Seaford Christmas Parade is fast approaching and the parade committee recently selected Virginia “Ginny” Short to be this year’s Grand Marshal. Ginny will lead the December 6 event, which will feature several floats, vehicles, marching units as well as several area school bands. The committee said that Mrs. Short is the true example of what Christmas represents. She has given of her time and talent to assist those in need. Ginny was born in Reliance and is a lifetime member of Gethsemane United Methodist Church. Her passion for the past 48 years has been the Seaford-Blades Associated Charities. During these years she served as executive director and until his death, her husband Ed worked with her every minute that someone had a need. If there was a person or family who fell upon a hardship, Ginny would see that they received food, and shelter even it meant taking food from her own cabinet or giving money to make sure children had a coat on their back. Ginny is one of Seaford’s greatest citizens and has been recognized by many civic organizations, the City, the Governor and even the President of the United States when she receives the “Points of Light”

Stars’ Letters Policy All letters should include the writer’s name, address and phone number for verification purposes. Names will be published. No unsigned letters will be published. No letters which the management deems to be libelous will be published. The Star reserves the right to edit or reject any letters. Send your letters to Morning Star Publications, PO Box 1000, Seaford, DE 19973, or you may email editor@mspublications.com honor from George Bush in 1993. The parade organizers encourage everyone to come out and enjoy a great community event, but also to honor a person who asks for nothing and gives so much. Con-

The upside to recession Every day I hear another report of Americans cutting back, reducEV ODD ROFFORD ing spending, and stretching their dollars. There seems little doubt we are facing a well-forecasted recession. While I understand the severity of the circumstances, and our family is feeling the crunch like the rest; in every dark cloud there is a silver lining. Here are a few upsides to conservation that come to mind. The very first place that Ameria greater appreciation for what we have cans are cutting back is in eating out. Inwhen we treat our resources with proper stead of Mom running the kids through appreciation. the drive-through or the family piling into Finally, having less can actually create the car for dinner, more families are cooka sense of community. Instead of always ing and eating at home. Inevitable, the driving alone, a carpool becomes savings experience of spending time preparing a meal, eating together and then cleaning up in the pocket and a source of fellowship. Churches become a place where clothing lends itself to increased family bonding. is handed from family to family and rePositive statistics about families eating sources are shared freely. Borrowing has together included indicators that kids get in less trouble, bodies are healthier, family long been a form of neighborliness that can create friendships and bolster a sense bonding increases, and more. While yes, occasional fights do break out around here of togetherness. For many years in this column I have over who’s washing, loading, or wiping spoken of the virtues of having less. While down the counter, I have personally obthis article in no way suggests that recesserved some of the most meaningful consion is a good thing for our country, I versations in the life of my family happen would remind you it is not the end of the around the entire meal experience at world. Diane and I are looking VERY home. Another positive is learning how to not HARD at what we are willing to spend this Christmas, and at the same time have be so wasteful. More families are brown great optimism that Christmas will be just bagging last night’s leftovers for lunch, as wonderful for our family as it has ever driving that older car a year longer, and been. making everything from clothing to elecSo, here to hoping and praying for a tricity go that much further. In all, these quick recovery from the current economic are good lessons to learn about the value of our resources and the pursuit of frugali- downturn, and at the same time believing ty. There is no virtue in wastefulness, and that as individuals of this race the best will be brought out in us through it all!

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Finally, having less can actually create a sense of community.

gratulations, Ginny, for your well deserved recognition. Ron Breeding Seaford

Mike gives us great coverage

I just wanted to drop you a line to talk about your sports reporter Mike McClure. As a parent of four daughters to go through Delmar High School, the coverage Mike has given to sports at Delmar is fantastic. He covers each sport the same, not giving more coverage to either one. The coverage of the Field Hockey team’s run to the tournament has exceeded expectations. His stories are always interesting and he gets all the facts and stats correct. How he finds the time to cover not only Delmar, but the other three schools is remarkable. You have a very valuable employee there, and I just wanted to let you know. Mike is the reason we subscribe to your paper. Chris Lloyd

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California’s Proposition 8

I want to express my support for the pro-family victory won in California with the passage of Proposition 8, a Constitutional Amendment, by a 52%-48% margin to protect marriage as the union of a man and a woman.

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has recently condoned violent demonstrations against Proposition 8, and has urged California’s Supreme Court to block the amendment’s enforcement. The vote of the people is a historical and protected right established centuries ago by our forefathers. The governor’s encouragement of the Supreme Court overturning the vote of the people is extraordinarily disturbing and unethical! The mere insinuation of overturning a protected and legitimate election by the people is unconstitutional in nature and advances the advocacy of anarchy. Our liberties are based on the ideas of Abraham Lincoln when he illustrated a “government of the people, by the people, for the people, [that] shall not perish from the earth.” Not once did he say of the Supreme Court, by the Supreme Court, or for the Supreme Court! Schwarzenegger should be held accountable to fulfill the oath of office which demands that the Governor “support and defend” the California Constitution, which now defines marriage as the union of a man and a woman. The Governor should be proud of his state, his country and the people of California for supporting and carrying out due process of law. The majority has spoken and it is his responsibility to support and uphold the will of the people. Monet Smith Laurel

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BEACH DISCOVERY - St. John’s Preschool Students recently participated in the Beach Discovery Program at Slaughter Beach led by Abbott’s Mill Nature Center. Pictured here is the Pre-Kindergarten class of Mrs. Jody Bee. Submitted photoby Connie Halter

SEA WITCH PARTICIPANTS - Five Seaford pageant title holders recently participated in the Rehoboth Sea Witch Parade. Three of the girls planned to participate in the parade last year until bad weather cancelled the event. This year the same three girls had new titles and were joined by three new girls also from Seaford. The girls were "mermaids" and rode an authentic handcrafted steamboat. Shane and Kim Beard, parents/chaperones, dressed as pirates and blew bubbles. In front of the boat from left are Jenna Beard, Little Miss Seaford/Sussex County; Alisa Mercie, Delaware's American Princess; and Sydney Beard, Young Miss Greater Delaware. In the back row are Missy Willey, Miss Seaford and her sister Alison Willey, Miss Sussex County. Behind the boat is the Builder and Captain of Angelfire and also grandfather of the Beard girls, Clem LeGates of Milton. Ashley Bice, Teen Miss Sussex County, was not able to participate. Preschool students learn about turtle eggs. Submitted photo by Connie Halter

FALL FESTIVAL - On Oct. 16, Central Elementary PTO held its annual Fall Festival. This is a family night that includes games, food and rides all supported by family, friends and staff of Central Elementary School. Pictured here, from left, are Noah Thomas and Jacob and Jared Maske. The students were waiting for a turn in the moon bounce. Submitted photo

Heaven Carter and her younger sister, Hailee Smith, take a break from all the fun to smile for the camera. Submitted photo.

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African-American confederate soldier marches at Return’s Day During the Return Day parade, the gray bearded man in the gray uniform walked both sides of the street, offering hugs and handshakes to the delight – and curiosity of the crowd. Upon reaching the “Circle” and the judging stand, he exclaimed a high pitched “Rebel Yell” and waved the Confederate Battle Flag like a Samurai sword. Delaware’s recently re-elected Congressman Mike Castle seemed fascinated. Senator/Vice President-Elect Joe Biden crooked his neck to see and betrayed a slight smile. The crowd roared. Seeing a Civil War re-enactor marching in the Return Day parade was not unusual. What made this re-enactor in gray unique to some was the fact he was black. The re-enactor was H.K. Edgerton, a former NAACP President from Asheville, North Carolina. He was marching - Confederate

flag in hand - with the “Delaware Grays”, Sons of Confederate Veterans of Seaford, Delaware. He had come to Return Day at the invitation of the Delaware Grays to offer a point of view: the Confederate Battle Flag is a symbol of Southern heritage and that black Americans had earned a place of honor defending the South during the Civil War (1861-1865). VP-Elect Biden had campaigned for President in South Carolina earlier in the year, saying the people of the Palmetto state should throw the Battle Flag on the Confederate soldier’s monument on the statehouse grounds “All the way out of the state”. Ironically, in 2007 the Sons of Confederate Veterans had erected a monument to Delaware Confederates at the Marvel Museum in Georgetown in which the Confederate Battle Flag and other his-

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Opinion Editorial We applaud Nanticoke’s ‘giants’ “If I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants.” So said Sir Isaac Newton, whose discoveries in physics were made possible by the discoveries of scientists who came before him. And so says Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, which would not be in existence were it not for people who understood the necessity of a local medical center and who worked to start it. “What we have in front of us is because of the work of those who came before us,” said hospital spokesman Tom Brown last week at the fourth annual Nanticoke Health Services tribute dinner. At the tribute dinner, Frank “Snubby” Anderson was given the Charles C. Allen Jr. Leadership in Philanthropy Award. Doctors Martin Cosgrove and Mario Rosales were inducted into the Nanticoke Physician Hall of Fame. And Founders Awards were given to William Allen “Skip” Hastings, a founder of the hospital, and Louise Riddle Hansen, who started working in the Nanticoke maternity ward the year after the hospital opened. “Thank-you for remembering the sacrifices we all made in working to bring a medical center to Seaford,” Hastings’ widow, Mary Jane Hastings Miller, said in a statement read during the ceremony. Miller, 95, is a resident of Harbor Health Care, Seaford, and could not attend the tribute dinner. Today, the hospital is facing economic and staffing challenges. In the last three years, including the fiscal year that ended June 30, the hospital has lost money. And it has had trouble finding and retaining doctors. But there was an air of optimism at the tribute dinner. President of the board Bob Boyd reminded the audience that the hospital, with an annual budget of $9 million, has a tremendous economic impact on the community. And Steve Rose, the new CEO, got a standing ovation when he was introduced at the dinner by Boyd. “I’m thrilled and delighted to be here,” Rose said. “I’m going to do you all proud — I can promise you that.” Rose told those gathered that the biggest job the hospital has to do is to “regain the confidence of the community.” The foundation to do that, he said, is already in place. “We have a great group of physicians and we are proud of each and every one of you.” We wish Rose the best of success in his new job. And we congratulate the honorees at last week’s dinner. They truly are giants.

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Centuries of history in 10 years By Congressman Mike Castle With the distribution of Hawaii’s state quarter, this month marks the end of the successful, 10-year long 50 State Quarters Program. Over the last decade, I have seen first-hand the enthusiasm for this program in our schools, civic groups, and businesses across Delaware. This initiative has attracted both young and old, both groups and individuals. The coins became a collector’s item for numismatics, an educational tool for teachers and children, a sense of pride for many Americans, and a revenue generator for the government. No one foresaw the immense popularity of the program or excitement inspired by each quarter. One of the biggest surprises was the amount of revenue the State Quarters generated, as people took the coins out of circulation to hold onto them as collector’s items. I do not know of many federal programs that actually generate money for the U.S. Treasury instead of spending it. The U.S. Mint projects that by the end of the program $6.2 billion in revenue will be made for the U.S. Treasury, which is $3.7 billion higher than regular quarters alone, which would have only produced

Guest Column $2.5 billion in seigniorage. Aside from the financial advantage, these coins have made history fun for so many people. Since Delaware was the First State to enter the Union, we were the first to have our state’s coin minted. The choice for the design of Delaware’s commemorative quarter, which was made by the people of Delaware, was that of our own colonial patriot Caesar Rodney. I have often said that the depiction of Caesar Rodney on his 1776 ride from Dover to Philadelphia to cast Delaware’s deciding vote in favor of the Declaration of Independence will be a source of pride for our state for years to come as these quarters are used and collected by Americans all across the nation. When Delaware’s quarter was first distributed in January 1999, I had the chance to share this with a group of students as they were some of the first to receive these coins. In sharing this historic event with these children that I began to see and realize the type of excitement this program would generate. The program was almost immedi-

ately embraced by teachers, as they discovered that children loved the images on each coin and were eager to collect the coins in books as it made history fun. Through the years, I have had numerous people share their appreciation for the program with me. In 2009, when circulation of the 50 State Quarters Program has concluded, the U.S. Mint will begin the District of Columbia and United States Territories Quarter Program. I hope Americans will continue to collect the coins and value the rich history of each quarter. After completion of the territories program, our quarters will revert to their original image. However, I have introduced legislation to again honor states and their unique history by proposing a coin program to feature National Parks and other historic landmarks in each state. This bill, the America’s Beautiful National Parks Quarter Dollar Coin Act of 2008 (H.R. 6184), overwhelmingly passed the U.S. House of Representatives but has yet to be considered in the U.S. Senate. It is my hope that this bill is enacted into law so that we may continue the success of the 50 State Quarters Program with a new and exciting National Parks Quarter Program.

Setting the Star’s record straight The only way to avoid making misRYANT ICHARDSON takes is to do nothing. I use that quote Most read right past quite often when people on my staff the error, because the commit errors. If anyone foltone of the editorial did lowed us around for not support the negaa week, they would understand that the tive statement. opportunities for committing errors are great. We prothis is heading: I have to set the duce two weekly newspapers, two record straight for some errors that monthly business magazines, two appeared in last week’s edition. monthly magazines for another The biggest correction, as measpublisher, and a dozen or more othured by potential for embarrasser annual publications with a relament, was found in last week’s editively small staff. torial. We were encouraging unity, I guess by now you know where

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but somehow a wrong word slipped through the checks and balances and changed the meaning profoundly. One line in the editorial should have said, “Now is the time to unite behind our leadership in a show of unity.” Instead it said, “Now is not the time...” What a difference one word can make. Most read right past the error, because the tone of the editorial did not support the negative statement. Most, not all. Two other corrections are needed. In last week’s Seaford Star, Lee Merrit, Veterans Day speaker, is a colonel, not a corporal. And in the article about the reaction to Barack Obama’s election, Teresa Stevenson is a member of the Seaford Church of Christ, not Macedonia Church. Please forgive our errors. Sales George Beauchamp Rick Cullen Emily Rantz Laura Rogers Doris Shenton Jimmy McWilliams

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Reply to Dr. Policastro’s reply to my letter on retirement My letter was written a bit tongue in cheek and I hope Dr. Policastro did not take offense. I have to admit that “obsequious” was a $10 word I didn’t know, so I looked it up in the dictionary. The definition didn’t match what I thought Dr. Policastro meant to say but, like him, I think the word we are both trying to think of is something that sounds similar. Basically, in $1 word parlance, I think he meant to say, “Was I being that unclear in my intentions?” Dr. Policastro says in his reply to my letter that he had two objectives in writing. First was that being actually able to live for an extended period of time in retirement was a relatively new phenomenon. Second was that he wanted to point out the importance of meaningful work. However, he has appeared to somehow tie the two together, inferring that one should continue on in meaningful work into retirement, as if there is a need to justify the condition of being retired. In this, I vehemently disagree. It is almost as if he is saying that retirement is an unnatural state and that you must pay penance for this evil. Automobiles are a relatively new phenomenon, slightly over 100 years old. Wouldn’t the natural state of affairs be to ride a horse or to walk? I guess we pay penance to the state in terms of gasoline taxes for our indiscretion, or be forced to carry a pooper scooper if we elect to return to the days of yore. So, let’s accept that, in today’s terms, retirement, and hopefully a long and happy

Final Word one, is the natural state of affairs for those up in years. The next question is whether there is a moral compulsion to justify our existence. Should we feel compelled to donate X hours a week to community service? The idea of contributing is that one gives out of a natural desire to do so. It is like love. If I must “love” someone because of social mores, then that love is not mine to give, but rather an expectation, and I no longer own it. Retirement is a state of existence. One is no longer required to report for duty. The day, as best as possible, is ours to do with as we like. It might include contributing time to a worthy cause. It is simply to do what makes us happy, which might or might not include charity. Does it have to have a truly productive end like work, resulting in a tangible outcome? Every so often I will get together to play bridge with friends. I do it partly for the challenge, but also for the social interaction. I enjoy the company of my fellow bridge playing friends as we banter

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about this and that. At the end, we clean up and say our goodbyes. There is no tangible end result, save that we are happier for having gotten together than had we not. A stone has been tossed into the water, ripples spread out, and then all is calm again, as if nothing had ever happened. To some, retirement is a collection of such activities. Not to be overlooked is simple quiet time to ourselves. Perhaps a favorite TV program or a good book. Or, maybe, time out with a friend. In each case, there is no “productive work.” Must there be? As I said, I have a passion, so, yes, for me, it is very much like work. I have even reflected at times that I need to come out of retirement and go back to work so that I can rest up. But, what floats my boat I wouldn’t force on another retiree. It is a personal choice. I feel no retiree should feel guilty about not doing meaningful work and it is here that I appear to have my greatest disagreement in perspective with Dr. Policastro. There is life beyond work. Richard T. Eger Seaford

Carper comments on Lieberman

Sen. Tom Carper (D-Del.) issued the following statement in response to actions Senate Democrats took to allow Sen. Joe Lieberman (I-Conn.) to remain in the Senate Democrat caucus:

“The Senate Democrat caucus has decided that if President-elect Barack Obama can forgive, so can we. If Barack can move on, so can we. “Sen. Joe Lieberman’s repeated criticism of Barack this fall was not just disappointing, it was hurtful. There must be consequences for those comments. With our vote today, there will be. “In the spirit of atonement, though, Joe has expressed regret for his criticism of Barack. He has made clear his belief that Barack can go on to be the extraordinary leader that our nation needs today. “In addition, Sen. Lieberman made clear that, as he has in the past, he will continue to vote overwhelmingly with our Democrat caucus on the issues before the Senate in the years to come. “Our nation is in need of healing. We need to unite as one people again. And we need to put the past behind us and face the future together. “With this vote, the Senate Democrats did just that. “What needed to be said has been said. What needed to be done has been done. The air has been cleared.”

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