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ture in one fell swoop is more likely than many people may realize.

“Anything can happen at any time and that’s how we have to look at these things,” Emergency Services Director Joe Theobald said to a group of people who attended an emergency preparedness meeting on Monday evening.Thesession was timed to coincide with the arrival of prime hurricane season.Themodest group of about 15 people listened to Theobald and his staff discuss the importance of having the materials, equipment, plans and know-how to respond when the threat of storms and other disasters loom.

Teaching posts filled despite nat’l shortage (Aug. 26, 2022) Heading into the 2022-23 school year, the Worcester County Public Schools system is nearly 100 percent staffed, and that’s despite the teacher shortage that is affecting the rest of the country. Many, including teachers, are blaming the shortage on pay, added responsibilities from the covid-19 pandemic, and a lack of backing from administrators to teachers when it comes to

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer

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Nurse poachers try to solicit staff at Atlantic Gen. (Aug. 26, 2022) People who have been on the beach recently have probably seen a large banner flapping behind an airplane making its way north out over the ocean advertising “90K” salaries for nurses. It looks appealing, and those with nursing degrees or aspirations of entering the field may have had their interestButsparked.there’sa problem: the banner is not local and it is exacerbating an ongoing nursing shortage at Atlantic General Hospital. Hospital increases its own recruiting, retention efforts

OC TodayWWW.OCEANCITYTODAY.COM REV FestivitiesENGINESYOURkicked off Thursday and last through Sunday at array of resort locations – Page 26 JEEP WEEK AUGUST 26, 2022

Disaster season means preparing (Aug. 26, 2022) Losing everything in a disaster is not something most people think would happen to them — until it does. And in a coastal community like Ocean City, a devastating hurricane or nor’easter blowing through and taking out buildings and infrastruc-

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“There’sinstruction.certainlya teacher shortage across the nation,” Dr. Dwayne Abt, the chief operations and human Schools’ quality, location big attraction for educators

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Pre-disaster Ocean City has been pretty lucky to date in the face of disasters. Hurricanes like Sandy in 2012, that were expected to hit dead-on and create major devastation, have ended up with milder effects. But emergency officials say that should never be the expectation when

Resort meeting goes over steps residents must take to brace for major storms

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer

The crew driving the beach tractors used to comb the sand wraps up just before dawn before heading off the beach.

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PHOTO COURTESY WORCESTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS Superintendent of Schools Lou Taylor address the crowd of new teachers on their first day of Worcester’s New Teacher Orientation.

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In terms of service providers – positions like social workers and speech pathologists – the district has less than a handful of positions open. Abt said there is a social worker position that the district pays for using a grant that still needs to be filled as well as a speech pathologist position that opened over the summer, or as he said, a little late in the game for the upcoming school year.

Abt and the district are a bit lucky compared to neighboring counties like Wicomico and Somerset because it has a few things working in their favor. For example, Worcester Public Schools is one of the highest performing school districts in the state. When people check out the job openings and investigate the district’s reputation, Abt explained, they will see all the schools are high performing, from the north end to the south on the lowerAlsoshore.working in the district’s favor is it only takes 16 steps, or years, for a teacher to reach the highest earning potential, not including cost-of-living adjustments.Theneighboring counties have 19, 20, and 25-step pay scales, though when it comes to salary, all three districts are competitive with no more than a $2,000 difference between positions, Abt said.

The final piece that makes Worcester attractive for teachers is the

“If we can do anything right, it’s to try to get everybody, the public, to take some action to prepare yourselves so that when we work with you we’re both successful,” Theobald said. He said one of the main preparation tips is having enough food, water, clothing and other materials to last for at least three days. If the power goes out, or if people are stuck trying to evacuate all at once, as only a few routes exist that connect the resort to the mainland, there will be enough supplies to survive. Typically overlooked details, like medications and pet supplies and accommodations, should also be considered along with a clear exit plan. It’s also important to carry cash, as credit cards will not work if the power goes out.

When Sandy hit 10 years ago, communities across the state were affected, including Ocean City. But FEMA only ended up issuing one fedPANUSKA/OCEAN CITY TODAY

TIPS TO PREPARE FOR DISASTERS: • Closely monitor radio, TV or NOAA weather for official bulletins • Fuel and service family vehicles • Check batteries and stock up on food, first aid supplies, water and medications • Have extra cash on hand • Notify family members outside of the warning area of evacuation plans • Turn off utilities if told to do so • Turn off propane tanks • Unplug small appliances • Bring in light-weight objects such as garbage cans and furniture • Follow instructions from local officials • Tie down watercraft • Check insurance policies • Make sure you have important documents on hand and accessible • Trim trees and shrubbery • Learn shelter locations • Have evacuation plan and route • Make emergency plans for pets • Make sure you have emergency equipment EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT WEBSITES: • ocmdemergency.com • mdem.maryland.gov • dema.delaware.gov • nhc.noaa.gov • ready.gov MALLORY

A storm hitting, causing damage and moving on is the just beginning. When residents return to their homes, or come back and check on their vacation spots, there is a strong possibility of damage. The route to getting there can also be Roadschallenging.could still be closed, electrified water could still exist and emergency instructions could still be necessary. Officials urge people to stay connected through radio, TV and other communication devices to make sure they have access to vital all theThereinformation.isalsothe issue of funding reimbursement if damage has occurred.Jessica Nusbaum with the Maryland Department of Emergency Management said the Federal Emergency Management Agency is typically looked at for assistance. And while the agency helps at times, it is not the godsend that some people may think.

“People have a common misconception that FEMA will show up on their door stop with a big check. But that’s not the case,” she said.

A major one is staying out of flood waters.Matt Odochowski, the owner of Royal Plus Inc., a disaster response company in Snow Hill, has responded with his staff to emergency incidents all over the country. And in nearly every situation, he said people have lost their lives after they were electrocuted in charged water. It is also important for people to make sure they are not breathing exhaust from generators or vehicles, as officials said carbon monoxide poisoning is also common during emergencies when power is lost.

Bob Rhode, the emergency management planner/coordinator at the Department of Emergency Services, said staff members really start paying attention to weather systems five days before the worst is set to hit, and make sure to keep the public in the loop. He said people usually will have several hours to evacuate if the situation warrants it.

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Knowing where shelters are, and how to get to them is vital as well if people decide to stay and end up having to evacuate their homes to a local place. Officials added that many shelters also do not take pets, which should be considered by animal owners.

Amanda Schwartz with the Department of Emergency Services said carrying between $300 and $500 in small bills is ideal. During a presentation Monday, Schwartz said people tend to get complacent and explained that every storm is different.

PAGE 4 Ocean City Today AUGUST 26, 2022 a storm or other weather system is brewing, and a number of steps can be taken to prepare.

As hurricane season peaks, time to prepare Continued from Page 1 See PREPARE Page 10

And while emergency officials cannot legally force people to leave their homes, if they advise it, residents are urged to Rhodelisten.said the last time Ocean City had a full evacuation order was in 1985 with Hurricane Gloria. Mandatory evacuations were issued for 17th Street and below in 2012 with Sandy and partial evacuations were advised in 2011 with Irene.

When it happens From hurricanes and accompanying storm surges to manmade disasters, certain responses will occur if an emergency event hits Ocean City. And if evacuation is not possible, or takes longer than expected, there are several firm rules that emergency officials say should be followed.

“We’re always going to give people enough notice,” he said. He explained that emergency responses occur in phases, and generally begin with telling secondary residents to return to their primary homes.“Plenty of advanced notice,” Rhode said. “All that we ask is when we’re giving you these notices and feeding you this information, take it serious. The last thing I want to do is evacuate the town.”

Ocean City Emergency Services Director Joe Theobold talks about emergency preparedness to a modest group of attendees at a meeting on Aug. 22.

This stunning 4BR/4BA home has OPEN WATER VIEWS and is in a wonderful neighborhood. A recently renovated Cape Cod w/a spacious backyard off South Point Road in Berlin, overlooks the water and Assateague Island. Home has open floor plan and an abundance of natural light. You will love the character of the hardwood floors, the upgraded baths and the lighting. There is an enormous composite deck in the back, 2-car garage, and storage area. 1.5 miles from Ocean City Golf Club, 1.5 miles from the Public Boat Ramp, 2.4 miles from Rum Point Golf Course, 6 miles from Assateague Island, 8.5 miles from Ocean City Airport, 9.4 miles from Sunset Marina and 10.5 miles from the Ocean City Boardwalk. Schedule your showing today and consider making this dream home yours!

2BR/1BA condo located close to the boardwalk and is in great condition. You will fall in love w/the open floor plan. Family room is perfect for entertaining, and the large dining room is directly off the family room. The well-equipped kitchen flows off the dining room. The chef in your family will love the kitchen. Everyone will enjoy eating in as much as eating out! The condo has a W/D in the unit. The unit was also recently updated w/a mini split heating and AC system and new flooring throughout. Currently being used as an Airbnb and the rental income is amazing. Being sold furnished. Move-in ready. Close to restaurants, shops, Jolly Roger, the boardwalk, and beach. Complex has a large outdoor pool. Come take a look today before it's SOLD. MLS MDWO2008054

LAND 10613 LOT 264 SIREN LN BERLIN,$249,900MD Commercial Site in Prime Location hits the Market! 2.36 acres on the corner of RT 54 and W. Line Rd in Selbyville DE. This location is directly across from Yellowfins Restaurant and shopping center on heavily traveled Rt 54. The location is approximately 3-4 miles to the beaches of Ocean City & Fenwick Island. It has water and 8' sewer main that will supply a hotel, shopping center, office complex, medical center, professional center, etc. Lot is cleared. Buy it Now Before It's SOLD!!! Owner Financing is available.

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MLS MDWO2008956 333 HILLWALNUTDRIVEBERLIN$550,000 ALERT!!!

SELLER MOTIVATED FOR A QUICK SALE!!! POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING AVAIABLE. STOP! COME WALK THE LOT and look at the beautiful views!!! Build your dream house at Lot 264 Siren Lane in Glen Riddle. This lot is 11,169 sq. Ft. And is on the corner with water views. This lot will accommodate a large home. The seller has already cleared the ditches and filled in the top of the lot. Pick your builder and enjoy your custom home for years to come! Located in the amenity rich community of Glen Riddle. Enjoy the outdoor pool, tennis, fitness center, marina, and Ruth Chris restaurant! Enjoy Kayaking and if you’re a boater buy a slip when one comes available. You must own property in Glen Riddle to be eligible when a slip becomes available. Possible owner financing available. MLS MDWO2009434

Spectacular 35 +/- acre farm located on corner of Rt. 113 (Dupont Blvd) and McCabe Road. The property provides both commercial and agricultural zoned land, outside the corporate limits of Selbyville. W/approximately 1165 ft on Route 113 and corner location and railroad running at the back side of the land, your opportunities are endless. Property is improved w/an office building, storage shed/ equipment shed, pond and a septic system that was originally installed for a new home to be built to overlook the pond. There is town of Selbyville water, but no central sewer, only private septic. Land is currently farmed. About 13 miles to beach. One of the very few large tracts of land available for sale in our marketplace. MLS DESU2020768 DUPONT SELBYVILLE,BLVDDE$2,275,000

11500 COASTAL HWY #1002 OCEAN CITY • $599,900 SEA WATCH 414 LARK LN OCEAND304CITY$269,900

Are you looking for that commercial piece with high visibility? Look no further this commercial tract is 14.33 acres on the corner of Route 113 and Route 610 across from Emings BBQ. This is your opportunity to establish a foothold in this increasingly desirable area on the Eastern Shore. The possibilities are endless! Come take a look today before it's SOLD!

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Stunning coastal custom recently renovated 6BR/6BA/2HBA waterfront estate. Property features exceptional craftsmanship. First-floor primary bedroom overlooks the water and has a luxurious master bath. Spacious kitchen features granite countertops, two sinks, high end appliances, and upgraded cabinets. Dining area is off the kitchen and overlooks the water. Family room is off the dining room and also overlooks the water. Family room has 22-foot ceilings and a gas fireplace making it the perfect place for y/r enjoyment. There is a sunroom or office area off the front of the house which could also be used as a separate dining room. On the third floor you will find a movie theater room w/kitchen. You will enjoy watching the boats go by and the breathtaking bay views and sunsets. Additional enhancements include upgraded lighting and flooring, 2- 75-gallon water heaters and 3 zone heating and air conditioning. Enjoy outdoor living w/extensive composite multi-level decks. There is a private pier w/a deep-water dock, 10,000 lb. boat lift, two jet ski lifts, a davit hoist and vinyl bulkhead. Home was professionally landscaped and has an irrigation system. This estate offers a fabulous open floor plan that maximizes spectacular views. A short distance to the beach, shops and restaurants. Boasting over 5200Sqft, this home is in the amenity rich community of Heron Harbour. The community amenities include an indoor heated pool, outdoor family pool, Olympic size lap pool, kiddie pool, fitness center, library, social room and two lighted clay tennis courts. This is more than a luxurious home, it's a wonderful lifestyle.

2BR/1BA condo located close to the boardwalk and is in great condition. You will fall in love w/the open floor plan. Family room is perfect for entertaining, and the large dining room is directly off the family room. The wellequipped kitchen flows off the dining room. The chef in your family will love the updated cabinets and granite countertops. Everyone will enjoy eating in as much as eating out! The condo has a W/D in the unit. The unit was also recently updated w/a mini split heating and AC system and new flooring throughout. Currently being used as an Airbnb and the rental income is amazing. Being sold furnished. Move-in ready. Close to restaurants, shops, Jolly Roger, the boardwalk, and beach. Complex has a large outdoor pool. Come take a look today before it's SOLD. MLS MDWO2007984 3BR/2.5BA Ocean Block property has ocean views from all the bedrooms, kitchen, dining, and family room! In a midrise masonry building w/a rooftop pool, exercise area, and storage locker. It was used only as a family vacation home; well-maintained. Spacious family room w/gas fireplace opening to kitchen and dining area. Kitchen has plenty of counter and cabinet space, a breakfast bar, ss appliances, and tile flooring. There is a large balcony off the family room. Primary bedroom is at the opposite end of the condo and has an upgraded bath and custom shower. There is a separate utility room and half bath as well. Sold furnished. Covered parking under the building. Located near shops and restaurants. Come take a look today before it's sold! MLS MDWO2009364

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LAND 1303 MCHENRY CT BERLIN,$159,000MD

5BR/4BA WITH 118FT OF WATERFRONT SELBYVILLE,LINCOLN38779AVEDE$1,525,000

Priced below recent appraisal of $1,150,000. This is the one you have been waiting for! TWENTY-ONE acres, w/a farmhouse home, and vacation cabins for seasonal use and detached garage. Located minutes from the beaches and Ocean Pines. Property has unlimited potential and backs up to Rt 90. Each of the spacious cabins has been updated and property is turnkey w/all the furnishings, fully equipped kitchens. Projected rental income on the seasonal cabins is $75,000 as an Airbnb. There is also a detached garage w/endless possibility. Would make a great Wedding Venue, riding stables, or possible subdivision. Seller is looking for a quick sale and has priced to sell. Offered at $1,199,900 AS IS. Come take a look today before it's SOLD! MLS MDWO2007208 CATHELL RD BERLIN • $999,900 SELBYVILLE Stunning 4BR/3.5BA end unit townhome in West Ocean City w/boat slip 65 in Seaside Village! This spacious townhome faces the Ocean City skyline and has beautiful bay views! Kitchen has granite countertops, and breakfast area has a slider to a beautiful deck. Dining area flows nicely off the kitchen. Oversized family room flows off dining area. There is also a balcony off the family room. On the next level you will find the primary suite w/full bath and walk-in closets. 2 additional bedrooms on this level as well as a full bath and full laundry. Spacious multipurpose flex room w/patio access. Large garage and additional storage space. Seaside Village has a community center w/an outdoor pool. Convenient to Ocean City Boardwalk, outlets, restaurants, and Assateague Island. Marina is very well kept and provides easy access to the bay and inlet. Slip is large, and they allow lifts to be added. This would make an ideal home, a 2nd home or vacation rental. Have it all with a well-run condo association and without the upkeep of a single-family home. MLS MDWO2007716 OC WITH SLIP BOWLINE LN #3 OCEAN CITY • $799,900 3BR/2BA/1HBA end unit townhome sold fully furnished w/a boat slip at Townes of Nantucket. There's a large outdoor deck for outdoor dining w/a shade awning. Exceptionally wide boat slip is directly off the back deck. The 1st level of the home also has a half bath. On the 2nd level you will find the primary bedroom and bath and spacious walk-in closets. There are two additional bedrooms on the 2nd level, a second bath, and a pull-down attic offering plenty of storage. Next to the townhome is community space with benches. MLS MDWO2009394 HAYES AVE OCEAN#2704CITY$595,900 OCEAN CITY

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AUGUST 26, 2022 Ocean City Today PAGE 5 NANCY REITHER-SMITH Realtor® • Licensed in MD & DE Office: 410-524-1203 Direct: 410-723-8574 / Cell: 410-603-5050 Email: nreither@cbmove.com12207CoastalHwy. Suite D • Ocean City, MD 21842 • 410-524-1203 OVER $80 MILLION IN SETTLED REAL ESTATE IN 2021 #1 LISTING AGENT FOR COLDWELL BANKER REALTY MID ATLANTIC REGION #1 AGENT COLDWELL BANKER Realty 2021 Sales Volume, Listings & Closed Units Ocean City and DE Beaches The property information herein is derived from various sources that may include, but not be limited to, county records and the Multiple Listing Service and it may include approximations. Although the information is believed to be accurate, it is not war ranted and you should not rely upon it without personal verifi cation. Real estate agents affiliated with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage are independent contractor agents and are not employees of the Company. ©2015 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker, the Coldwell Banker logo, Coldwell Banker Previews International and the Previews logo are registered and unregistered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. 10771BALT_07/15 2022

COMMERCIAL WORCESTER BISHOPVILLE,HWYMD$270,000

OCEAN FRONT 6803

This custom-built Coastal Global Luxury home has it all. One of the largest waterfront lots w/118ft of water frontage; located minutes from Fenwick and Ocean City beaches. 1st level game room w/pool/ping pong table. There is also a 1st level BR/BA, office w/beverage center, and oversized covered deck plus composite deck. 2nd floor has a custom chef's kitchen w/granite countertops, breakfast bar, Viking refrigerator & gas stove, and beverage center. Dining area flows off the kitchen into spacious family room w/custom woodworking, gas fireplace, dramatic ceilings, and shiplap walls. Off the dining area is a second deck. On the 3rd level you will find a luxurious primary suite that opens to a 3-seasons room overlooking the water. There is also a small craft room, 1-car garage, outside custom teak shower, and plenty of parking. Community has a pool and boat trailer storage. Ideal location to restaurants, stores, and beaches. There is room for multiple boats, jet skis, and possibly a pool. Sold fully furnished. Come take a look today!

COMMERCIAL 34862 WEST LINE RD SELBYVILLE, DE $2,099,000 Prime 3.61 Acres Property hits the market! It's all out the location & visibility w/high traffic density. Conveniently located on Route 113 & Hamond Road. It is diagonally across from the former Emings BBQ. Owner financing is available w/acceptable contract. Come take a look today before it's SOLD! Possibilities are endless.

LAND GEORGETOWN ROAD BERLIN • $160,000

OCEANST32ND#3CITY$369,900

HERON HARBOUR 305 S HERON GULL CT • OCEAN CITY • $2,699,900

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3BR/2.5BA townhome in the Refuge! Open floor plan; upgraded kitchen w/granite countertops, SS appliances, and a breakfast bar. There is a gas fireplace for y/r enjoyment. Off the family room there is a slider leading to a screened in patio. There is a flex room on the first floor. Main living area on the first floor has hardwood floors. First-floor primary bedroom is enhanced by a tray ceiling, walk-in closet, and oversized ensuite bathroom. Slider off the primary bedroom leads to a private rear patio. On the second floor there are two additional bedrooms and a large flex room. Condo fee covers exterior maintenance, lawn care & water usage. Neighborhood has a large swimming pool, tennis, gym, walking trails and boat launch. Close to shopping and restaurants and minutes from Freeman Stage and an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus golf course. 3 miles from Fenwick Island and Ocean City beaches! MLS DESU2026292 35238 DOGWOOD DRIVE #25 SELBYVILLE, DE • $479,900 BAYSIDE

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2BR/2BA condo w/lg balcony in North Ocean City. Kitchen has upgraded countertops and white cabinets. Dining and family rooms make it the perfect place to entertain. Lg balcony w/storm shutters. Primary bedroom has a full bath and there is another full bath as well. Close to shops and restaurants. Sold furnished. MDWO2009714 WIGHT ST #E OCEAN CITY $499,900 DIRECT OCEANFRONT

Stunning 1BR/1BA DIRECT OCEAN FRONT condo. You will love the lg private balcony overlooking the pool and ocean. This condo is very large for a 1BR boasting 756 sq ft. There is a lg bedroom, family room and dining room that flows to the kitchen – open floor plan. This condo is in midtown Ocean City in the desirable building of Beach Loft. This is an elevated building, and it is very well maintained and has an elevator, an outdoor pool and storage. The condo is being sold furnished and is ready for your immediate enjoyment. Cable is included in the condo fee. Come take a look today before it's SOLD! MLS MDWO2008614

COMMERCIAL 13010 WORCESTER HWY BISHOPVILLE$370,000

Why not build? There's nothing like building the house of your dreams! Large cul-de-sac (11,566 Sqft.) home site in the very desirable Colonial Village location in Ocean Pines. Close to the Yacht Club, Yacht club pool and marina and Mumford's Landing Pool, and located only a few miles from Ocean City’s famous beaches. Ocean Pines is an amenity rich community w/restaurants, shops, tennis, recreational facilities, golf, ball fields, pickleball courts, basketball court, playground, 12 parks, 6 trails, indoor and outdoor pools, 2 marinas, beachfront beach club at 49th Street in Ocean City, and the farmer's market. There is also police protection, fire protection and excellent management. MLS MDWO2008616

424 LARK LANE E303 OCEAN CITY • $269,900

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BAYSIDE OCEAN BLOCK 12 92ND ST UNIT 303 OCEAN$724,900CITY Stunning home in "America's Coolest Town." Renovated and freshly painted; You will love the abundance of light and outdoor space. Lg family room off dining area; chef-style kitchen. (1) 1st level BR/(2) 2nd level BRs. 1st floor has lg multipurpose and laundry room. Outdoor space is inviting w/a wraparound deck, front porch and screened in porch. Fenced in backyard and single detached garage. Located a walkable distance to restaurants and shops in downtown Berlin. You will enjoy the small town feel and way of living. Home is situated on a quiet circular street, has small town charm, and curb appeal. Come take a look today!

2BR/2BA + den, fully furnished and move-in ready, w/Ocean and Bay views, large balcony. Open floor plan & upgraded kitchen w/white cabinets, breakfast bar and plenty of storage. Primary suite has its own bath. Sep. laundry room w/full size W/D and additional storage space for all your beach supplies. Sea Watch has lots of amenities, i.e., indoor heated pool, outdoor pool, toddler pool, tennis & basketball courts, playground, his/her saunas, exercise room, large game room and in-house movie theater. Also, in-house maintenance staff. Plenty of parking available in covered parking garage. Close to shopping, restaurants, and view the Northside Park fireworks from your balcony.

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KNOLL6226HILLDRIVEBERLIN$1,065,000

OCEANAVEATLANTICUNIT1FCITY$364,900 Direct Bay front 2BR/1.5BA condo on 32nd St. w/huge 42’ boat slip that will accommodate a very large boat or two boats or jet skis. Condo has an updated boat theme. Updated kitchen w/white cabinets and clear view of the bay; off the kitchen is a spacious deck that also overlooks the bay. 1st level stackable w/d. On the 2nd floor you will find (2) BRs, one of which overlooks the bay. At night you will enjoy looking at all the lights from the Ocean City skyline and the boats as they go by. Whether you're into boating, jet skiing, kayaking, fishing, or crabbing, this is a terrific home in an awesome location. You are close to the world-famous Ocean City boardwalk, Jolly Roger amusement park, many restaurants, and shops. There is also a community pool, making this is the perfect all-around Ocean City home. The condo is being sold fully furnished. Come take a look today before it’s Sold!

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MLS MDWO2009608 OCEAN PINES 4 RIVERSIDE CT $759,900BERLIN

Build your dream house! If you are looking for some acreage look no further, this property is 3.016 acres. This property is just off Route 113 and close to Berlin, America's coolest small town. The property is conveniently located near Ocean City Beaches and Assateague Island. Survey has been done and soil samples are completed. No HOA to worry about let's start the process and get exactly what you want in a home. MLS MDWO2009248

3BR/2BA 1664 Sq ft waterfront home. On the first floor there are 2BRs/1BA, L/R and 2nd family room. On the upper floor is the main family room, dining area, kitchen, and primary BR/BA. Upgraded kitchen; dine inside or out w/water views. Abundance of outdoor living areas. Top floor deck, lower deck, screened in porch, and pier. Two boat slips w/easy access to the open water. Many upgrades to home including composite deck - 2nd floor deck, 1st floor deck, screened in porch, new roof, new siding, indoor faux wood flooring 1st & 2nd floor, new HVAC - 2nd floor, new kitchen countertops, new kitchen sink & faucet, built in deck dining table, privacy shutters - 2nd floor deck and screened in porch.

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At the highest peak this summer, 85 Beach Patrol stands were staffed, Stone said. That total went down to 80 two weeks ago, and then 65 last week as staff members began going back to school and to other jobs. On Monday, the number was down to 42, which Stone said was exactly the same at that time last year.

The guards will stay on the stands into the shoulder season through the third week of September, covering several special events scheduled. And while there are a lot less than during the busiest part of the season, Stone said there are still 12 quads, or fourwheel ATV vehicles, that will be patrolling during the day. Several quads will also be manned with guards for several hours before and after the stands set up and come down each day.“If someone’s going in for a rescue, they’re going to call for a rescue over the radio and they’re going to let us

Current staff members and department officials also travel annually to places around the region and across the bay bridge to perform tests for people who live far away in an effort to recruit from a larger radius.

Officials were also concerned about the number of people on the stands as the season was closing out a couple of weeks ago. But as of Monday, those numbers were on par with the totals from 2021.

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“I was going over numbers with [Beach Patrol Capt. Butch Arbin] about a week ago and I was afraid we were going to be lower than that,” Stone said. “But we had a number of people, some local students that go to high school in Salisbury, some students that go to college in Salisbury, and we had people that are leaving that are coming back on the weekend. We have some staff members that are also teachers and some of them started with in-service yesterday and they start with students next week.”

(Aug. 26, 2022) As the summer winds down and lifeguard stands get set further apart as Beach Patrol members return to their off-season lives, those who run the department year ‘round are looking at ways to ensure potential worker shortages are addressed before 2023. Beach Patrol Lt. Mike Stone said officials are already aggressively recruiting for surf rescue technicians, or SRTs, to sit in the beach stands nextThreesummer.pre-qualification tests, which are given to generate participants in the Beach Patrol academy to sign on as employees for next season, have been given this month. Stone said officials were hoping to get 40 people pre-qualified out of the classes. However, just 12 people had passed.after the last test on Aug, 20. According to a department report issued Aug. 15, Beach Patrol officials were concerned about the lack of staff members expected to sign on for next season. But Stone said there is still time to bring the numbers up. He said they added another test for the fall and are actively communicating with current SRTs to recruit their friends, roommates, classmates and other“We’recolleagues.hoping that people when they go back to school they’ll be able to bring some friends or some roommates down and they’ll be able to take the test Oct. 1,” Stone said. “We really haven’t had a late fall test for a long time. We’ll see how that goes.”

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know exactly where they’re going and how many people they’re going down to check on or go rescue and we have a quad respond to back up,” Stone explained. “Normally, if the stands are a block and a half or two blocks apart the lifeguard next to them will run down, but if you’re four blocks apart if one person comes down to make a rescue, then there’s eight blocks that are open. Then if another person gets down, it just takes a while to get there.”Stone also pointed out that Ocean City Beach Patrol is also not the only department or industry that has been dealing with staffing struggles. And at least for this year, the calmer surf has kept those who are working from having to struggle too much. “I would say it’s been a pretty normal summer,” Stone said in reference to the number of rescues performed.

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“Although we haven’t had very much rough surf. We haven’t had any rain or really bad storms per-se.” Anyone who is interested in joining the Ocean City Beach Patrol is encouraged to visit the department’s website at applications.townheadquartersservices/beach-patrol/partments/emergency-oceancitymd.gov/oc/de-orgototheat109TalbotSt.down-togetinformationorpickup

The Worcester County Board of License Commissioners last week granted the owners of Harrison’s Harbor Watch permission to expand into an outdoor space next to the restaurant, allowing it to have live entertainment from March through November. In a 3-0 vote, the commissioners approved the expansion, though music groups will be limited to four pieces. The approval from the stateappointed commissioners also specifies that the music will only be allowed from 1-10 p.m., seven days per week between March 1 and Nov. 30.

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Overall, being prepared is key when dealing with disasters, but emergency officials warn that no one is ever really ready for every aspect of a major emergency.

“Many factors are taken into consideration,” Nusbaum said. In lieu of that assistance, Nusbaum urged people to make sure they have their own state flood insurance. And most importantly, they should make sure their policies are updated and cover any type of damage that a hurricane or other large storm could create. She also said that people need to keep enough money for deductibles.

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“We come prepared and we still aren’t ready a lot of times,” Odochowski said. “… Are you prepared? Yes. Are you ready? That’s a whole different mentality.”

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With a teacher shortage affecting the rest of the country, it is only a matter of time that it could come to Worcester County. School officials are aware of that but continue to put proactive procedures in place for recruiting and retaining staff.

“I’ve got everybody except one here in Worcester County Schools,” Abt said of this upcoming school year. “We are very blessed here.”

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The report attributed the low numbers primarily to high staff turnover, shifting care delivery models, and an insufficient talent pipeline.

“It’s just Atlantic General Hospital is a very friendly, family-oriented place … And I think that’s why a lot of people want to work here,” he said. “We’re a small, independent hospital. There are … very few small, independent hospitals across the country. And we’ve succeeded in that model just by being that small, friendly, caring hospital.”

“We’re definitely seeing issues with critical staffing shortages. And part of that is because we’ve seen a significant increase in patients,” he said. “We’re usually very busy in the summer but the patients are coming in and they’re very sick, so we have high acuity patients with staffing challenges. And that’s specific to nursing and certified nursing assistants. And also our emergency room technicians. Those are areas we have challenges with.”While covid bumped up patient numbers at the height of the pandemic, Yocubik said patients are coming in now with a variety of illnesses.

“We’re trying to take advantage of those different partnerships,” Yocubik said. “I’m trying to get more involved with the schools every day, talk to students individually when they’re here, just to give them an idea of what we have to Atlanticoffer.”General also offers a nursing residency program, which Yocubik said has been successful.

“The nurse residency programs support nurses in their first year. They have weekly meetings and education sessions,” he explained. “That has been very positive and well received by the new nurses.”

Yocubik added that all things considered, Atlantic General is regarded highly for its level of care, and when people want to be in the health care field, the local hospital has positive offerings, like low nurse-to-patient ratios and an overall caring atmosphere.

Bob Yocubik, the hospital’s interim vice president of patient care, knows all about the banner, which he said is the product of a traveling nurse agency trying to poach from the local talent

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“There’s a calling to nursing … there are individuals out there that are still seeking that calling. But I think that you’ll find that those numbers are down,” he said. “They are down as opposed to previous years. And I think covid may have had an impact on that.”

“Someissues.ofthe key factors were we have an aging workforce, a lot of the nurses are close to 50 years old, and we have a limited supply of new nurses coming out of the pipeline from the schools,” Yocubik said. To remedy the situation, the hospital has partnered with various educational institutions, such as Wor Wic, Salisbury University and Delaware Tech, as well as a regional high school to recruit new nurses.

The directors are out there helping take care of patients, he said. “So, in a very small independent hospital … we don’t have a lot of extra nurses, if you will, or bench strength, if you will, to support the nurses that are out there. So, we’re having managers, directors, leadership out in those roles and over time that is wearing us Rightdown.”now, Yocubik said the medical surgery unit is short three or four nurses, while the ICU is several down as well.Tocope, the hospital is offering monetary incentives to nurses and other support staff to take on extra shifts. But those efforts will not work forever.“We’re incentivizing them with increased pay, but over time for the health care industry that’s not going to be sustainable. We just can’t continue to do this,” Yocubik said. “So what we’re trying to do is we’re trying to get out in front of that and get high quality nurses in here from other regions, from out of nursing school. We are trying to get them in here and teach them the AGH way. In general, how we do things and how we prioritize safety and patient care.”

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Yocubik, who in his interim position is tasked to encourage and inspire nurses to come work at Atlantic General, said the hospital has had similar

The struggles are not specific to this area, Accordingeither.to a recent report from the Maryland Hospital Association, state hospitals are facing “the most critical staffing shortage in recent memory, with one in every four nurse positions vacant.”

Registered Nurses Teresa Moran, front, and Anne Kay, work together during a shift at Atlantic General Hospital.

“Thepool.travel nursing industry has made it very challenging for us because it becomes a very competitive situation,” Yocubik said last week. “And we’re competing with hospitals in California where the cost of living is very high and the salaries are very high. That’s part of what was on the sign — we’ll pay you $90,000 in a place that’s very high cost of living.” Even without the enticement of a $90,000 starting salary — which is nearly $30,000 more than AGH pays on average — Yocubik said the hospital has experienced staffing challenges for a while.

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But even with the efforts, the number of people who want to enter the nursing field is still low, which Yocubik attributed not only to covid, but also to the availability of other, more enticing job opportunities.

“Some of it could have been related to past covid. [But] often it’s just we have an older population here,” he said.

Even with the lower number of nurses at the local hospital, Yocubik said the level of care has not changed.

“The quality of care remains high but we’re having to use our clinical managers to kick in and help.”

“We monitor, we watch. At this point it’s not a, quote, problem, for us, and we do certain things to minimize the potential for it to become a problem,” Parsons said of the current state of Ocean City’s water system.

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“That being said, at all of our water plants we do have … a contingency plan if you will, spatially, where if things got really bad in the future we would put in the facilities to treat saltwater,” Parsons continued. “We hope we don’t have to go there, and right now that’s not something that appears it will be anytime soon, but you can’t rule it out.”

According to the United States Geological Survey, the seaward movement of underground freshwater naturally prevents saltwater from encroaching on freshwater coastal

Planning staff members drafted amendments that would change parts of the zoning code to require garages to be “open and available” to store vehicles if used in parking calculations. The amendments, if approved, also require adequate interior driveways, and ingress and egress connections; make the minimum number of parking spaces for a project open and unenclosed; and require a minimum 5-foot wide driveway apron in front of garage doors, among other changes. A driveway apron is the area where a residential driveway meets the street Commissionerspavement.held a public hearing on the proposed amendments in June and discussed them further in July. At their latest meeting they ironed out the details to something they could all support, and voted on theMembersrecommendation.oftheCity Council will have the final say on the changes, which are part of a series of proposed updated code amendments. set for next week

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Resort monitoring saltwater intrusion, avoiding it for now (Aug. 26, 2022) Ocean City’s location, nestled neatly on the coast between the ocean and bay, clearly has advantages that attract thousands of residents and millions of tourists. But the saltwater in the crashing waves and lapping surf pose a systemwide threat that has had detrimental effects on the drinking water at other coastal communities, and locally, keeps public works staff on theirJimtoes.Parsons, the chief-deputy director of the resort’s public works department, said staff members closely monitor chlorides in the city’s water system as a way to determine if saltwater has seeped into the wells. Called saltwater intrusion, the entry of water from the ocean or bay into the freshwater supply is problematic, as it cannot be used for consumption or irrigation. And if it happens, it can have costly results.

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profit Circle of Blue publication said Hilton Head Island in South Carolina was forced to abandon six of its 12 drinking water wells because of saltwater intrusion. And another five are slated to be deemed unusable by 2024.The article referred to the island community as “a prominent test case of rising sea levels and intense coastal storms heralded by climate change.”TheUSGS said areas of Florida have also struggled with saltwater intrusion. Along with decreasing groundwater levels, leaking saltwater inland canals, leakage between aquifers, and upwelling of saltwater from depth have affected freshwater systems.“Water managers in Florida are using information from local, State, Tribal, and Federal saltwater- intrusion monitoring networks, such as from the USGS, to prevent and reverse saltwater intrusion,” the USGS said.In Ocean City, though, as Parsons pointed out, saltwater intrusion is not affecting the system — yet. “We’re trying to head off a problem,” he said. “It’s something anybody in a coastal area that’s on groundwater needs to recognize and be aware of. We work with the Maryland Department of Environment, the U.S. Geological Survey, folks like that. And of course, our private consultant, and we try to keep an eye on it and head it off.”

“If saltwater intrusion hit us bad … spatially on paper we have a project drawing for where we would locate treatment facilities that would deal with desalination,” he said.

Parsons said officials have also implemented preventive measures over the last 10 to 15 years to keep the surrounding saltwater on the outside of the freshwater supply.

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Parsons said the city has a contingency plan in place if saltwater intrusion occurs, and would have time to implement it, as the effects do not happen immediately.

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Parsons said the technology of choice to desalinate the resort’s system would be a process called reverse osmosis.“It’sa common treatment technique that’s used to desalinate. Ocean-going vessels have been using it for years to stay out to sea,” he explained. “It’s costly to construct, it’s costly to operate. We don’t want to have to go there.”

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By Greg Wehner Staff Writer

Police arrest three men for drug-related crimes in OC

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(Aug. 26, 2022) Three men were arrested in Ocean City last weekend after they were found to be in possession of two loaded handguns and several different forms of marijuana packaged for distribution.

Police responded to a hit-and-run crash at a nearby hotel and when they arrived, they met with the hotel manager whose vehicle had been struck by another car. Gallant was identified as the driver who, according to hotel staff, had reversed the car he was driving, hit the front driver’s side bumper of the hotel manager’s truck, and left the parking lot.Police learned Gallant was staying at that hotel, and when the manager attempted to contact him, he walked away, took a bike from another motel, and rode off. Police said the owner of the car Gallant was driving did not give him permission to drive it, but added they are best Gallantfriends.was spotted near 14th street and detained by police. Gallant reportedly told police he did not ditch his friend’s car and could show the officers where it was located.Healso told police he did not steal the bike, which was unlocked and located between two dumpsters.

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owningcarmarijuanaknewBoakyehispanel,thetroamphetamineamphetamine/dex-indriver’ssidedoornexttoBoakye.AfterbeingreadMirandaRights,toldpolicehethegunsandwereintheandadmittedtothegraybag in the trunk. He also told police he drove to Ocean City earlier in the day and met up with Matheos and Latuharhary at 7 a.m. Latuharhary was also read his Miranda Rights and said the handgun under his seat was his, and the backpack in the trunk belonged to Matheos, who refused to speak with police. All three men were charged with possession of the loaded handguns in theBoakyevehicle. and Latuharhary were charged with possession of ammunition as a Boakyeminor.wasalso charged with possession of drugs after police discovered the amphetamine/ dextroamphetamine in the door next to him.Latuharhary and Matheos picked up charges of drug trafficking with a firearm, drug distribution with a firearm, possession of drugs with distribution intent, and possession of an assault pistol magazine. Matheos was also charged with possession of a handgun after being charged with a violent felonious crime.

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Joshua Bernard Latuharhary, 19, of Fairfax, Virginia, Augustine Kofi Boakye, 19, of Lorton, Virginia, and Henokh Yareday Natanae Matheos, 22, of Silver Spring, Maryland were arrested by Ocean City Police at approximately 5 p.m. on Aug. 20 near S. Division Street and charged with handgun and drug-related crimes. Police stopped Boakye after smelling marijuana coming from the car he was driving. Boakye and his two passengers, Latuharhary and Matheos, were ordered out of the vehicle to conduct a search, and theyDuringcomplied.thesearch, police found a loaded 9mm handgun under the front passenger seat occupied by Latuharhary, a black sling bag on the rear driver’s side seat containing another loaded 9mm handgun, 10 disposable THC vapes, two bags containing approximately one ounce of marijuana, a scale with THC residue, and four empty plastic bags with THC residue, located next to Matheos.Policealso found a gray duffle bag in the trunk, which Boakye admitted to officers was his, containing an ounce of marijuana and a cell phone. Also in the trunk was a black backpack containing six plastic zip bags of marijuana, a large heat-seal plastic bag with approximately three ounces of marijuana, two metal grinders, a scale, several sandwich bags, eight disposable THC vapes, and empty 50-count box of THC vapes, and a tow truck receipt with Matheos’ name on Additionally,it. police found two boxes of plastic sandwich bags on the rear driver’s side seat and a plastic bag with one

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OCFD crew jumps into action after vehicle strikes toddler (Aug. 26, 2022)

Faulty electrical wire blamed for radio station fire

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An 18-month-old girl was struck by a vehicle near a 24th Street parking garage on Monday and was flown to TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury where she was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

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(Aug. 26, 2022) The Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office investigation into the Aug. 18 that destroyed radio station WGOP on Dunn Swamp Road in Pocomoke City has concluded that the blaze was caused by a failed electrical wire in the building’s attic.The Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company and surrounding volunteer fire departments in Maryland and Virginia were alerted of a fire at radio station, formerly WDMV, at 11:34 a.m.Firefighters arrived to find heavy fire and smoke conditions coming from the attic area of the structure.

An 18-month-old child was struck by a vehicle in Ocean City on Monday near a parking lot downtown.Policeresponded to a parking lot near 25th Street and Baltimore Avenue at 10:20 a.m. on Monday after reports of a vehicle striking a pedestrian.When police arrived, they discovered an 18-month-old girl from Wilmington, Delaware was hit by a car near a parking garage ramp. Ocean City Fire and EMS was dispatched to the scene as well and By Greg Wehner Staff Writer CITY FIRE

Approximately 50 firefighters remained on location for three hours bringing the fire under control. The station built in 1955 was broadcasting on the air at the time of the fire. The station is owned by the Birach Broadcasting Corporation of Michigan and was operated by Mike Powell. The building was not insured and is a complete loss.

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Child struck near garage ramp

(Aug. 26, 2022)

By Greg Wehner Writer

Staff

Police continue to search for the man who broke into a Berlin home on Sunday night, got into a scuffle with an occupant after brandishing a weapon, and then ran before police arrived. Berlin police responded to reports of an active home invasion near Broad Street at approximately 11 p.m. on Sunday. After arriving on the scene, officers learned a man had forced his way into the home through a window while the residents were inside.Police said after the man gained access to the home, he brandished a weapon and got into a “brief struggle” with the occupants before taking off on foot. Police did not say what kind of weapon was produced by the suspect.Officers arrived on the scene after the suspect fled. The Berlin Police Department then handed the investigation to the Worcester County Bureau of AdditionalInvestigation.agencies — the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division, State Police Crime Scene Unit, and Pocomoke City Police Department K9 Division —responded to the scene.Anyone with information about the home invasion who may have seen anything suspicious in the area during the evening hours should contact detectives with the County Bureau of Investigation at 410-632-1111 or the Berlin Police Department at 410-641-1333.Nootherinformation was available.

treated girl until Maryland State Police arrived to fly her to TidalHealth Peninsula Regional. Police said the girl was treated for non-life-threatening injuries at the hospital.Thedriver of the vehicle remained on the scene, according to police, and the department’s traffic safety unit is handing the investigation into the collision.

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Hotel Atlantic fire mostly contained to kitchen window (Aug. 26, 2022) The Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a commercial structure fire at the Hotel Atlantic in Berlin late Wednesday afternoon. At 3:53 p.m. the Berlin Volunteer Fire Company was alerted for a report of smoke in the kitchen of the historic Victorian period three-story hotel and restaurant that dates back to 1895.First arriving units reported smoke and fire coming from the kitchen area of the building. Firefighters quickly contained the fire to an area below a window leading into theWorcesterkitchen. County fire investigators determined the fire was attributed to improperly discarded smoking materials. Berlin was assisted by Ocean City, Ocean Pines, Showell and Newark Volunteer Fire Departments.Hoteloccupants were displaced for approximately one hour until the fire was brought under control. The restaurant will remain closed while repairs are made and was referred to the Worcester County Department of Environmental Health for further action.

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By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer

An important decision is looming, Cancer. Take some time to look inward as your try to decide the best path to take. Don’t hesitate to seek input from people you trust.

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Scorpio, at this point in your life, it is important to go with the flow and learn from others with an easygoing approach. Take time to exhale and unwind.

Aries, take a step back and allow people some room to figure things out. Your offers to help are appreciated and will be accepted in due time.

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you have long been practical and sensible with your finances. But this week you may be lured by a flashy purchase. If it is in the budget, then let loose.

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It is alright to have some doubts when you are trying something new, Leo. Just don’t let those doubts get the better of you and derail your plans.

Libra, this week you are likely to feel refreshed and energized. This may pave the way to some new ideas, including a change of scenery or even a new job.

Jeep Week 2022 underway with old and new elements (Aug. 26, 2022) The heavy vrooms of powerful engines permeating from Coastal Highway this week were like a mating call for the thousands of tourists who made their way to the resort for Ocean City Jeep Week. After unofficially kicking off Tuesday with setup at the convention center, the annual event is in full swing, and features not only Jeep-themed activities, but offerings for anyone who owns a four-wheel drive vehicle. “Only Jeeps can register but the convention center is a full-on [four- The annual Ocean City Jeep Week is underway featuring beach crawls, off-road and sand obstacle courses, vendors and more. The event will run until Sunday.See OFF-ROAD 27

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, this week is a good opportunity for some serious introspection. Put yourself in other people’s shoes before you render an opinion.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Clear your mind of cobwebs and any other errant thoughts, Capricorn. Right now you need to relax and unwind for a bit, and you’ll feel better after a few days of recharging.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, others appreciate your authenticity. Stay true to yourself and you will have no regrets. Encourage others to do the same when they seek your input.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, after many months of asking yourself where you want your life to go, this week you finally have a plan of action to put in motion. Enjoy the ride. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Be extra patient and affectionate towards all of your loved ones this week, Pisces. Someone close to you will need your help.

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PAGE 26 Ocean City Today AUGUST 26, 2022 FRIDAY, AUG. 26 • 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Vendors and main hub open at the convention center on 40th Street • 8-9:30 a.m. — Beach Crawl runs from 29th Street beach to the inlet parking lot • 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — Jeep Jam morning shift; MAYS Complex, 6605 Morris Road, Pittsville • 1:30-5 p.m. — Jeep Jam afternoon shift • 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Show & Shine at the convention center • 10 a.m. to noon — KICKER and The Metal Shop Sand Course, Shift #1; north pier in front of Somerset Street, downtown Ocean City • 1-3 p.m. — KICKER and The Metal Shop Sand Course, Shift #2 • 3:30-5:30 p.m. — KICKER Sand Course, Shift #3 • 6-9 p.m. — Kickin’ It at PIER 23; 12817 Harbor Road, West Ocean City • 10 p.m. to midnight — The Greene Turtle Jeep Show; 116th Street SATURDAY, AUG. 27 • 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Vendors and main hub open at the convention center on 40th Street • 8-9:30 a.m. — Beach Crawl runs from 29th Street beach to the inlet parking lot • 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — Jeep Jam morning shift; MAYS Complex, 6605 Morris Road, Pittsville • 1:30-5 p.m. — Jeep Jam afternoon shift • 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Show & Shine at the convention center • 10 a.m. to noon — KICKER and The Metal Shop Sand Course, Shift #1; north pier, in front of Somerset Street, downtown Ocean City • 1-3 p.m. — KICKER and The Metal Shop Sand Course, Shift #2 • 3:30-5:30 p.m. — KICKER Sand Course, Shift #3 • 7-8 p.m. — The Great OC Jeep Week Hangout; West OC Park & Ride • 8:30-10:30 p.m. — Micky Fins Party; Micky Fins restaurant, 12952 Inlet Isle Lane, West Ocean City SUNDAY, AUG. 28 • 6:45-8 a.m. — Staging begins for Beach Crawl; back parking lot at Jolly Roger, 29th Street • 8-9:30 a.m. — Beach Crawl runs from 29th Street beach to inlet parking lot • 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — Jeep Jam; MAYS Complex, 6605 Morris Road, Pittsville • 10 a.m. to noon — KICKER & The Metal Shop Sand Course; north pier in front of Somerset Street, downtown Ocean City JEEP WEEK SCHEDULE

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Susan Jones, executive director of the Ocean City Hotel-Motel Restaurant Association, also said in an email Tuesday that local business owners enjoy the Jeep Week crowds.

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officially began Thursday at the convention center on 40th Street — the event headquarters — and continued with the first of four “beach crawls,” or Boardwalk parades, and sand courses near the pier downtown. Attendees also participated in the Jeep Jam — an off-road obstacle course — in Pittsville that Hoffman said features a new element that appeals to people who camp off the grid.

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The same daily activities, which also include vendor tents, shows and other types of entertainment at the convention center, will continue Friday through Sunday, with different celebrations and parties around town planned each night.Another new element this year, the Great OC Jeep Week Hangout set forSaturday evening at the West Ocean City Park and Ride, will consist of an aerial group photo of the participating Jeeps.

wheel drive] expo. It’s not just Jeep enthusiasts,” said Brad Hoffman, chief executive officer of event promoter Live Wire Media & Events, of the attendees of the four-day event. As of Tuesday, more than 1,000 Jeep owners had registered their vehicles for the parades and beach and off-road courses set Thursday through Sunday. Hoffman said he expects more people to register on-site for a total 2,500 to 3,000 total participants.“It’s open to the public,” Hoffman explained. “Some people say, ‘oh I’m going to check it out,’ and … register on site. And some people stumble upon it because they’re Jeep owners and they come to town and they’re like, ‘whoa, let’s go check out this Jeep thing.’ So that’s how it all comes together.”Festivities

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“There’s a brand new area this year, an over-landing zone from The Metal Shop,” Hoffman said. “It’s really exciting. It’s a new component in the Jeep universe.”

“If you’re buying a bumper it doesn’t just go on a Jeep, it can go on a truck,” Hoffman said. The people who attend Jeep Week are also coming from all over, Hoffman said, and have over the years turned their stays into full-on vacations.

‘There’s a brand new area this year, an over-landing zone from The Metal Shop. It’s really exciting. It’s a new component in the Jeep universe.’

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Hoffman said the convention center will also appeal to more than just Jeep owners, as the vendors will be selling and installing various types of equipment and modifications, ranging everywhere from sound systems to tire kits, that are used on all types of four-wheel-drive vehicles.

“This is an event that fits the need of Ocean City on rooming,” andurdayMondaycameThesefortheystaysdoneofexplained.Hoffman“Alotpeoplehaveshorternowanddon’tstayawholeweek.peopleintownonorSat-orSundaythey’restaying through the next Monday. So, it’s a really a long stay.”

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“Jeep enthusiasts are a wonderful bunch – lots of families and overall great group of people,” she said. “Several of our members are sold out for the weekend, however, there are still roomsJeepavailable.”Weekwas also one the resort’s only large special events that avoided the 2020 pandemic shutdown, which Hoffman said says a lot for its popularity and resiliency.

Overall, Hoffman was excited about putting on another Jeep Week, and wanted to thank everyone who made it possible. “I just really want to thank the Town of Ocean City, the Ocean City Jeep Club, they give me a lot of volunteer hours here. People come from all over to volunteer at the event,” he said. “The extended staff that helps make it happen and the team that I surround myself with all year that are really instrumental in making it happen.”He also thanked his sponsors, who include The Metal Shop, CC Customs and Trick Trucks, as well as all of the vendors who come and set up in the convention center. But most of all, it’s the attendees that make the event a success.“Really, the participants,” Hoffman continued. “The people that drive here in their Jeeps and come to this event are really what I consider the foundation of it.”

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Every Friday: Phil Perdue on Piano, 5-9 p.m. COCONUTS BEACH BAR & GRILL In the Castle in the Sand Hotel 37th Street Oceanfront, Ocean City 410-289-6846 / www.castleinthesand.com

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Aug. 30: Endless Ember, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Aaron Howell Trio, 3:30-7:30 p.m. Aug. 31: Rich Walton Solo, noon to 3 p.m.; Chasing Autumn, 4-8 p.m. Sept. 1: Short Cut Sunny, noon to 3 p.m.; Bell Bottom Blues, 4-8 p.m. COINS 28th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-289-3100 / www.coinspuboc.com Aug. 26: Lennon Laricci & The Leftovers, 7 p.m. Aug. 27: Jim Long Band, 3-6 p.m.; Bill Zee the Party Shaker Dueling Piano Show with interaction sing a long show, 8-11:30PM Every Wednesday: DJ Wax House Party, 8 p.m. HAMMERHEADS BAR & GRILLE 10th Street and Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-289-0006 / hammerheadsocmd.com Aug. 26: Sydney Smith, 8 p.m. to midnight Aug. 27: Endless, noon to 4 p.m.; Bower, 8 p.m. to Aug.midnight28: Endless, noon to 4 p.m. OC EATERIES 12849 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City 443-252-3700 / www.oceateriesmaryland.com Aug. 26: Bryan Dorsey, 7-10 p.m. Aug. 27: Endless Ember, 7-10 p.m. Sept. 1: Karaoke by Kennedy, 6-9 p.m. OC FONTAINEBLEAU 101st Street, Ocean City Ocean City Fontainebleau Resort 410-524-3535 / www.ocbeachresort.com Aug. 26: Rupe, 3 p.m.; Movin’ & Groovin’, 7 p.m.; Rachi, 7 p.m. Aug. 27: Jon Pheasant, 1 p.m.; Movin’ & Groovin’, 5 p.m.; The MBD Band, 7 p.m. Aug. 28: Tim Jaudon, 11 a.m.; Whiskey Graves, 3 Aug.p.m. 29-Sept. 1: On The Edge, 4 p.m. OCEAN 13 SEAFOOD & STEAKHOUSE 32nd Street located in the La Quinta Inn & Suites 410-289-6213Hotel / www.ocean13ocmd.com Every Friday: Karaoke w/Jeremy, 9 p.m. Aug. 27: Jon Pleasant, 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Aug. 31: Sean Loomis, 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. PICKLE’S PUB 706 Philadelphia Avenue, Ocean City, 410-289-4891 / picklesoc.com Aug. 26: Beats by Styler, 9:30 p.m. Aug. 27: Rogue Citizens, 9:30 p.m. Aug. 28: Beats by Styler, 9:30 p.m. Aug. 29: Karaoke w/Wood, 9:30 p.m. Aug. 30: Beats by DJ Wax, 9:30 p.m. Aug. 31: Beats by Styler, 9:30 p.m. Sept. 1: Beats by DJ Wax, 9:30 p.m.

According to an article, “Are There Really Dead Wasps In Your Figs” by Starre Vartan, a female wasp will crawl inside a fig through a narrow opening at the base of the fig to reproduce.

“They mate with their female counterparts. The male wasps then burrow a tunnel out of the caprifig, and the females fly out, full of fertilized eggs and carrying pollen, starting the cycle anew.”

If the female wasp burrows into a female fig, she will not be able to lay her eggs and will die of starvation.However, she does bring pollen into the internal flowers of the fig, pollinating it. As a result, the figs ripen for consumption.

“If the female wasp arrives in a male fig, also known as caprifig, she will lay her eggs and then dies. Her eggs hatch, with the blind, flightless male wasps hatching first.

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Cooking with figs is another topic that needs to be Theexplored.entire fig is edible, so you will want to wash the outside before eating. The exterior skin is very delicate, so one needs to handle with care. While the stem is digestible, it is generally removed because of its dense, fibrous consistency.

Figs can be eaten raw or cooked. Halved figs are gorgeous in salads which enhances the garden of

The next logical question is, am I eating a wasp when I bite into a female fig? Figs produce a special enzyme called ficin, which breaks down the insect’s body and turns it into protein that gets absorbed by the plant long before we bite into it.

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AUGUST 26, 2022 Ocean City Today PAGE 29 FOOD FOR THOUGHT (Aug. 26, 2022) If one were to ask, “What is the most important component of cooking, how would you respond?” I think most people would agree that “taste” takes top honors. But how do we come up with the delicious foods that tickle our taste buds?The pairing of foods and seasonings is what distinguishes individuality, and is the key for successful dishes.There are some ingredients we are less familiar with. For example, the unassuming fig is either adored or overlooked. Fig enthusiasts adore the soft, sweet nectar, while others just pass it by.Let us take a closer look at the humble fig. You may have no idea of what you are missing. The fig has a luxurious history. Remnants of the fruit have been found in excavations dating back from 5,000 B.C.E. in Western Asia Minor. Greek athletes were fed a diet of figs to increase their strength and speed. In Roman times, figs were considered to be restorative. The elderly partook of the juicy fruit to reduce wrinkles and give them a more youthful look.The Spanish introduced figs to the California territory in the early 16th century. As they gained popularity, the priests at Mission San Diego planted figs in California in 1769. This is how the dark purple fig became known as “Mission.” What exactly are figs? Despite being called a fruit, a fig is technically a syconium, a tiny group of inverted flowers growing inside a pod. Each pod contains hundreds of flowers, and each flower produces a small seed, which is the actual fruit of a fig plant. An achene contains each seed. Each fig consists of hundreds of achenes, which means that every time you eat a fig, you are actually eating multiple fruits at one Fascinationtime.comes in many flavors; do you know how figs are pollinated? Because figs are technically the flower of a fig plant and not the fruit, these flowers need to be pollinated by fig wasps.

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■ PGN CRAB HOUSE 29th Street, Ocean City 410-289-8380, 410289-4083, www.pgncrabhouse.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Beer & Wine Steamed crabs. Dine in or carry out. Casual seasonal seafood stop for all-you-can-eat specials. Steamed crabs, chicken and corn on the cob. Clams, ribs, crab cakes, seafood platters. Call for daily specials. Open 7 day a week, 11 a.m.

PICKLES PUB 706 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City 410-2894891, www.picklesoc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Open daily. Serving food until 1 a.m. Free parking across the street. Daily food and drink specials. Live entertainment 6 nights a week. Lots of pool tables. Liquor store attached. Game room. 30+ drafts on tap. Dine in or carry out.

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■ 309SHENANIGANSAtlanticAve., 4th Street on the boardwalk, Ocean City 410-289-7181 $$ | Kids’ menu |

ANTHONY’S CARRYOUT 1608 N Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City (corner of 17th and Coastal) 410-213-4803, anthonyscarSandwich$$ryoutoc.comshop, American restaurant serving breakfast and lunch. Subs, cheesesteaks, and fried chicken. Open Sunday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Saturday, 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. ■ ASIAN GARDEN 15th Street, Ocean City 410-289-7423, $$www.asiangarden.us|Kids’menu|Full bar Chinese and Indian restaurant. Authentic cuisine. Open 7 days, Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Dine in, takeout and delivery available.

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■ HARBOR WATCH 806 S. Atlantic Ave., Inlet Ocean City 410-2895121, $$-$$$www.harborwatchrestaurant.com|Reservations|Kids’menu|Full bar Fresh seafood, award-winning raw bar, certified angus beef. View of the Ocean City Inlet and Assateague Island. Call for banquet information. Hours are Monday, 4-9 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday, closed; Thursday, 4-9 p.m.; Friday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Happy Hour: Monday, Thursday and Sunday nights, 4-9 p.m. HAMMERHEADS RAW BAR & GRILL 913 Atlantic Ave., Ocean City 410-289-0006, Food,$$www.hammerheadsocmd.com|Kids’menu|Fullbardrinksandviewsonthe ocean front deck. Seafood steam pots, burgers, creative cocktails. Open daily, 11 a.m. Dine in or carry out available.

■ COASTAL SMOKEHOUSE 12513 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City 410390-5998, coastalsmokehouse.com $$-$$$ | Full bar with 18 TVs Steak and barbecue experts. Menu reflects nation's hottest barbecue destinations. Top-notch bourbon list. Open daily for lunch and dinner from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.

■ OCEAN BITES 401 S. Atlantic Ave next to Thrasher FF and 30th Street Coastal Hwy in the Jolly Roger’s parking lot, Ocean City Oceanbites.net Kid’s menu. Two locations. Ice cream, lemonades, pizza, salads, appetizers, sandwiches, wraps, wings, tenders, burger, baskets. Open daily.

LOCO TACO & LOVE’S LEMONADE Boardwalk and 2nd Street, located in the Love’s Lemonade is Loca Taco, Ocean City Drink specials. Serving variety of tacos, burritos, bowls, nachos, funnel cakes and fried Oreo’s. LOVE’S LEMONADE Located on the boardwalk: 2 locations on 1st Street, 2nd Street, 5th Street, 11th Street and 12th Street, Ocean City Lemonade, soft drinks, smoothies, milk shakes and bottled water. Shaved ice, funnel cakes, churros, gyros, cannolis, burgers, wraps, subs, fried Oreos, twinkies, ice cream, cheesecake, cookie dough, mac & cheese and fried pickles. Frozen bananas, tacos, wings.

■ BAHAMAS’S CRABSHACK CARRYOUT & OUTOceansideLET MD/DE Line and Coastal Highway, Fenwick 302-537-5882 Seafood, crabs selected by weight, sandwiches and dinners. Seafood, chicken, homemade soups, crab cakes, steamed shrimp, clams, soft crabs, scallops, oysters and snow crab claws.

■ SOPHIA’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Inside the Gold Coast Mall, 11405 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City 410-723-5188 $$ | Kids’ menu Open 7 days a week, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Appetizers, salads, subs, soup of the day. Specialty pizzas, calzones and low-carb alternatives, Italian entrées. A la carte fresh vegetables, homemade desserts. Call for take-out or delivery.

Full bar Breakfasts starting at 7 a.m. daily. Lunch and dinner offering light fare of soups and salads along with house specialty — Scallops St. Croix, along with ribs, Cuban pork and steak selections.

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DUMSER’S DAIRYLAND Caroline St, Wicomico St. & South Division St. on the boardwalk, Ocean City www.dumsersIcedairyland.comcreammade daily. Stop by any Dumser’s location for homemade ice cream, milkshakes, sundaes, floats and much more.

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■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th Street and Baltimore Avenue, inside The Courtyard by Marriott, Ocean City 410-2897192, www.captainstableoc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Breakfas, lunch, Thursday, 8-11 a.m., Friday and Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dinner and light fare, Thursday. 4-9 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 4-10 p.m. and Sunday, 4-9 p.m. Seafood, steaks, poultry, and daily specials. Happy Hour, 4-6 p.m. ■ CARIBBEAN POOL BAR Located in the Plim Plaza Hotel, 109 N Atlantic Ave, 2nd Street, Ocean City 410-289-0837 $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Open to the public daily 11 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. with free entertainment daily 1-5 p.m. and 7-11 p.m. Serving a light fare menu, frozen and tropical cocktails. Online ordering at cabanasoc.com.

Full bar Open Sunday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Bar and lounge. Western Caribbean cuisine, traditional Eastern Shore fare.

Full bar $6 cruise with $15 lunch or dinner food purchase. Serving lunch and dinner. Seafood is our specialty and great landlubber choices. Boat Bar Happy Hour is 3-6 p.m. Lunch, dinner and lite fare daily at 11 a.m. Live entertainment Thursday through Sunday. Dine in or carry out available.

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PLANET WINGS & LOVE’S LEMONADE Boardwalk and 5th Street, Ocean City Planet Wings and Love’s flavored lemonade, funnel cakes and Boardwalk treats. Award-winning wings.

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■ OC CHOPSTICKS Asian Bistro 12741 Ocean Gateway, Suite 890, West Ocean City (Outlets Ocean City) 410-801-1111, Authentic$$www.occhopsticks.com|Beer|PremiumSakeChinese,Japanese and Thai food. Dine-in and carry out. Lunch specials, dinner and light fare. Sunday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m9:30 p.m. and Friday-Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. ■ OC 12849EATERIESOceanGateway (Rt. 50), West Ocean City 443-252-3700, oceateriesmaryland.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | 2 full bars Market-style food destination with table service. Seven restaurants offering brick oven pizza, wings, street tacos, cheesy mac, loaded potatoes. Happy Hour 3-6 p.m. with food and drink specials. Live entertainment, Thursday through Saturday, 7-10 p.m. Indoor and outdoor seating.

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RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT 61st Street Bayside/2nd Floor @ Bayview Bar & Grill, Ocean City 443- 664-7043 $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Bayfront, casual atmosphere. Burgers, flat breads, crab cakes, shrimp burgers and full dinners. Happy Hour daily, 4-7 p.m. Open MondayThursday, 4-10 p.m.; Friday, 4-11 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. ■ 49thSEACRETSStreet,Ocean City 410-524-4900, $$www.seacrets.com|Kids’menu|Full bar Open Monday-Wednesday, 4 p.m. and Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. with island atmosphere. Jamaican jerk chicken, appetizers, sandwiches, paninis, pizza and fresh seafood.

PURPLE MOOSE SALOON 108 S. Boardwalk between Caroline and Talbot streets Full Servingbar snacks only. Food is welcome. Bring your own food and buy a beverage of your choice.

■ NORI SUSHI BAR & GRILL Inside the Gold Coast Mall, 11403 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City 443-880-6258 $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving daily small plates, soups, salads, sandwiches, fried rice, entrees and desserts. Also, Nori’s premium rolls, nigiri and sashimi, hand-roll combos. Full bar with wine, beer and cocktails. Inside dining and take out, 7 days a week, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Delivery via Door Dash Online.

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COCONUT’S BEACH BAR & GRILL Castle in the Sand Hotel, 37th Street and the beach, Ocean City Openservicedaily,beersalads,Beachfront$-$$www.castleinthesand.com410-289-6846,|Kids’menu|Fullbaropen-airdining.Grilledsandwiches,appetizers,wraps,tacos,frozendrinks,andwine.Liveentertainment.HappyHour5-6p.m.2for1drinkspecials.WaitressonthebeachMemorialDay-LaborDay.11a.m.to11p.m.,weatherpermitting.

THE DOUGH ROLLER 41st Street and Coastal Highway 410-5249254; 70th Street and Coastal Highway 410524-7981, www.TheDoughRoller.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Online ordering See downtown locations for description. ■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ 6701 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City 443-664-5639, $$-$$$www.longboardcafe.net|Kids’menu|Full bar Classic and creative American dishes and cocktails, surf-themed setting with weekly specials. Burgers, tacos, prime rib, seafood. Open at 11 a.m., closed Tuesdays. ■ MARLIN MOON Located in the Double Tree Hotel, 3301 Atlantic Ave., Ocean City 410-289-1201, www.marlinSunday0Thursday,$$moonocmd.com 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday- Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Restaurant and bar. Seafood, small plates, desserts, cocktails.

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FISHER’S POPCORN Two locations: 200 S. Atlantic Avenue, Talbot Street & Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-289-5638; 12449 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City Homemadewww.fisherspopcorn.compopcornwith many flavors, including buttered, caramel, caramel w/peanuts, kettle corn, cinnamon caramel, *old bay seasoned dusted caramel, *orange cheddar, white cheddar dusted caramel and many more. *Boardwalk location only.

■ BRASS BALLS between 11th and 12th streets on the board walk, Ocean City 410-289-0069, www.brass$$balls.com|Kids’ menu |

■ PIZZA MAMBO 710 Philadelphia Ave., between 7th and 8th streets 410-289-1200; 7205 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City 410-524-0090, ocpizzamambo.com $$ | Kids’ menu Serving pizzas with homemade crust, sauces and 100 percent cheese. Specialty pizzas, wings, appetizers and salads. Also, calzone, subs and sandwiches. Fast free delivery with 2 locations. Open year ‘round. Order online at ocpizzamambo.com.

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■ OC POKE 215 S. Baltimore Ave., Ocean City 410-2892222, ocpoke2222.com $$ | Kids’ menu Kid’s menu. Open Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sushi, Ramen noodles, Teriyaki and Asian cuisine. Bubble teas. Soups, salads, appetizers, dinner entrées, noodles, burritos and poke bowls. Sushi and sashimi rolls. Order online ocpoke2222.com and delivery through door dash.

FISHTALES BAR & GRILL 21st Street and the Bay, Ocean City 410-2890990, www.ocfishtales.com $-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Fishtales located in a premier outdoor beach location on the bay. Lunch and dinner, happy hour food and drink specials. Kids play area too.

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■ ANGLER RESTAURANT 312 Talbot St., Ocean City 410-289-7424, $$www.angleroc.net|Reservations | Kids’ menu |

■ CARUSO PIZZA & SUBS Downtown & Boardwalk across from Ripley’s Believe it or Not, Ocean City 410-289-1990, $$oceancitymdpizza.com|Kids’menu|Beer and orange crushes Pizza, subs, calzones, stromboli’s. Fresh lemonade, orange crushes and beer. Eat in or carry out. Open 7 days a week. Dine in or carry out. ■ COASTAL SALT 16th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-973-7258, www.coastalsaltoc.com $$-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar New American restaurant. Local seafood. Open 7 days a week. Opening 8 a.m. for breakfast, lunch and dinner. ■ COINS PUB & RESTAURANT 28th Street Plaza and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-289-3100, www.coinspuboc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Casual dining for families. Crabcakes, seafood, steaks, specialty dishes and sandwiches. Happy Hour, Sunday through Friday, 2-5:30 p.m. Sunday brunch, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Early bird, daily 2-5:30 p.m. with special dinner menu. Open 7 days a week, Monday through Thursday at 2 p.m. and Friday through Sunday, 11:30 a.m. ■ CORAL REEF RESTAURANT & BAR Oceanfront and 17th St. in Holiday Inn & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612, www.coralreefrestau$$rant.com|Kids’ menu |

■ CABANAS BEACH BAR & GRILLE Located in the Plim Plaza Hotel, 109 N Atlantic Ave., 2nd Street, Ocean City 410-524-1776, $$www.cabanasoc.com|Kids’menu|Full bar Open to the public. A full-service restaurant serving lunch and dinner inside and out. Signature Smash Burgers. Indoor & outdoor bar. Crushes, frozen drinks, tropical libations. Carry out. Breakfast, sandwiches from 8-11 a.m. and deli subs.

HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, BREAKERS PUB & LENNY’S BEACH BAR & InsideGRILL the Ocean City Fontainebleau Resort, 101st Street, Ocean City 410-524-3535, $-$$ocbeachresort.com|Kids’menu| Full bar Oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breakers Pub. Horizons: Open 7 a.m to 1 p.m. and 5-10 p.m. Lennys & Breakers Pub: Weekdays, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Weekends, 11 a.m. to midnight. Happy hour at the bar 4-7 p.m. Breakfast, lunch and dinner, including light fare and steamer specials.

OCEAN 13 SEAFOOD & STEAKHOUSE 106 32nd Street located into the La Quinta Inn & Suites, Ocean City Seafood,$$-$$$www.ocean13ocmd.com410-289-6213,|Fullbarsteaks,drinks.Mealsmade from scratch. “Beach” atmosphere. Family dining. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Full bar. Open Monday-Friday, 3 p.m. to midnight; and Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m. to midnight. Happy Hour, 3-6 p.m. $20. Early bird menu daily 3-5 p.m. featuring steak, chicken and seafood dishes.

■ PRINCESS ROYALE OCEANFRONT RESORT 9100 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City 443-856-2367, $-$$$www.princessroyale.com|Kids’menu|Full bar Ocean front, open to the public. The Current Bar & Grille open for lunch and dinner daily, noon to 10 p.m. (In-season) Schooners Oceanfront Restaurant, breakfast buffet from 7-11 a.m. 7 days a week in season. Lunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. indoor and outdoor seating available. Open Daily at 7 a.m. Tropical Tiki “Atrium Bar” for pool-side drinks, foods and frozen drinks. Checkwebsite for hours.

• Add the lemon juice, water, and seasonings, and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.Reduce to a simmer, and cook until liquid has reduced and becomes very thick, about 30 minutes.

* The jam will keep for two weeks if stored in a refrigerator. Secret Ingredient – Seasoning.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT goodness. They are also a wonderful condiment for cheese boards. Their high sugar content makes them a contender for caramelization. It is the season for grilling and figs should be included in one’s repertoire of possibilities. Just make sure you spray the grates before cooking. Fig’s sweet flesh is also perfect for jams, chutneys and pies. Making jams can be time consuming. However, a fig’s texture breaks down quickly which makes it a great option when entertaining. Figs are coming into season and can be found in grocery stores and farmer’s markets. Following is a fresh fig jam recipe that can be made in 45 minutes. You can’t beat that.

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¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice ½ cup water 1/4 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, cloves, allspice, nutmeg,

• In a large, nonreactive saucepan, toss the fig pieces with the sugar and let stand, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes.

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Enjoy! Fresh Fig Jam Ingredients

2 pounds fresh figs, stems removed and cut into ½-inch pieces

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Worcester County to offer scrap tire drop-off, Aug. 27 (Aug. 26, 2022) The Worcester County Commissioners and the Public Works Recycling Division, in conjunction with the Maryland Department of the Environment and Maryland Environmental Services, will host Citizens Scrap Tire Drop-Off Day on Saturday, Aug. 27, from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. This event will take place at the Central Landfill in Newark. Worcester County residents are encouraged to get rid of their old, scrap, passenger and light truck tires free of charge, with a limit of 10 tires perNohousehold.agricultural tires will be accepted, and no businesses, commercial haulers of tires or generators of scrap tires will be permitted to participate.For more info, contact Worcester County Recycling Manager Mike McClung at 410-632-3177. now!

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going to happen while they are on vacation and that they will never be the unfortunate victim of an accident or injury while enjoying a day at the beach. The possibility of a tragedy occurring with a loved one is the furthest thing from their mind when they choose to go swimming without a lifeguard. This fact unfortunately came true two summers when a man chose to go swimming at 7 p.m. after the Beach Patrol had long gone off duty and cleared the water of all swimmers. Caught in a rip current, the man was pulled into deep water as his wife and child watched helplessly. Beach Patrol members working evening mobile patrol were joined by off duty beach patrol surf rescue technicians and fire department rescue swimmers and were able to locate his body, but resuscitation attempts were unsuccessful.Unfortunately, this was repeated earlier last summer at 8:40 p.m., over

(Aug. 26, 2022) “Keep your feet in the sand until the lifeguard’s in the stand!” This is our trademark slogan that you will see many places throughout Ocean City. It’s not just a catchy phrase that you can see on the back of lifeguard stands and many other signs throughout Ocean City but more importantly a helpful reminder that swimming in unguarded water is never a good idea. A sad statistic from Ocean City is that 98 percent of all drowning deaths that have occurred in the past 90 years have occurred when the beach patrol was not on duty.Although this advice applies to pools, it is even more important when swimming in open water such as lakes, rivers and oceans, which have uneven bottoms, changing currents, poor visibility, sudden drop-offs and changes in depth. These factors make rip currents the second leading cause of weather-related death (last year), according to the National Weather Service (NOAA), ahead of lightning, tornados, and hurricanes (also sharks). Not only should you only swim when the Beach Patrol is on duty, but you need to swim in front of a guard, especially as we get later in our season and our stands are moving much further apart.Ihave noticed that people tend to leave their cares, concerns and common sense behind them when they come to the beach. No one can blame them; vacationers have worked hard, and they simply want to enjoy their time by the ocean. Most people believe that nothing bad is

OC Beach Patrol: Always swim near lifeguard

PHOTO COURTESY KRISTIN JOSON Ocean City Beach Patrol surf rescue technician Matt Jenkins scans the beach and ocean area around him in the northern part of the resort. OCBP reminds patrons to “Keep your feet in the sand until the lifeguard’s in stand!”the

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BradSincerely,Hoffman,

People come from all over, from as far as Las Vegas and Florida, and a lot of states in between.When

people ask me, what’s Ocean City Jeep Week all about? I tell them, there isn’t a specific demographic. It’s young, it’s old, it breaks down cultural barriers. And every person who comes is here for the same reason: they love their Jeeps and want to make friends with others who embrace this special hobby. To some, it’s a lifestyle.

I would like to welcome and thank you for making the Ultimate Jeep Vacation what it is: an exciting gathering of the Jeep community.

Welcome to Ocean City Jeep Week 2022!

OCJW Director OC JEEP WEEK 2022

Enjoy the ride!

Thanks to our title sponsors KICKER and The Metal Shop Offroad & Speed, along with CC Customs, the Commander Hotel, and Trick Trucks. Many other sponsors will be listed in this program. Make sure you support our vendors at the Convention Center, our event hub. Check out their products and services and take a little slice of OC Jeep Week home with you. Thanks also to the Town of Ocean City and its wonderful staff. We are here to make it enjoyable, so if you need anything, just ask. This event is for you, the Jeeple People. You make it great and we’re just here to facilitate an amazing experience once a year. Remember to support our local businesses when you are in town for Jeep Week!

We get first-time Jeepers who want to experience OCJW and what it’s all about. We have people who have been coming for every Jeep Week, going back years and years. We keep the wheels turning and the hubs locked. You have everything from the Beach Crawl to the Sand Course, to the foundation of the event, Jeep Jam. All this allows the enthusiast to experience a lot of different elements in four days’ time. This event comes together because of an amazing support structure of the OCJW team.

OceanStreet,City The hottest Jeeps around! Featuring music by DJ BK. Discounts with show badge. Fill the lot! FRIDAY, AUGUST 26

6:45 am - 8:00 am STAGING BEGINS FOR BEACH CRAWL Meet at back parking lot at Jolly Roger, 29th Street 8:05 - 9:30 am BEACH CRAWL runs from 29th Street beach to Inlet Parking Lot 10 am - 5 pm PACKET PICKUP Ocean City Convention Center, 40th Street Meet inside in the main lobby of the OC Convention Center. Have your ID or receipt ready to pick up your packet.

1:30 pm - 5 pm JEEP JAM MAYS Complex, 6605 Morris Road, Pittsville Md. Obstacle Course, Trail Ride. 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Morning Shift 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm Afternoon Shift 11 am - 2 pm SHOW & SHINE AT CONVENTION CENTER presented by KICKER & The Metal Shop, CC Customs, Trick Trucks, Dirty Life 10 am - 12 pm KICKER & THE METAL SHOP SAND COURSE, SHIFT #1 North pier, in front of Somerset Street 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm KICKER SAND COURSE Shift #3 North pier, in front of Somerset Street, downtown Ocean City 1 pm - 3 pm KICKER & THE METAL SHOP SAND COURSE, SHIFT #2 North pier, in front of Somerset Street, downtown Ocean City 3:30 pm-5:30 pm KICKER & THE METAL SHOP SAND COURSE, SHIFT #3 North pier, in front of Somerset Street, downtown Ocean City 6 - 9 pm ADAMS EXTREME & KICKER & THE METAL SHOP KICKIN' IT AT PIER 23 Pier 23 restaurant, 12817 Harbor Road, West Ocean City

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OC JEEP WEEK 2022 Title Sponsors KICKER & THE METAL SHOP present Ocean City Jeep Week 2022 Official Event Schedule Aug. 25-28, 2022

10 am - 5 pm OCJW HQ CONVENTION CENTER Opens to vendors, participants, and general public. Public tickets are available at the front gate.

All new amazing outdoor location! Stunning rooftop deck views, live music, discounts with show badge

10 pm -12 midnight THE GREENE TURTLE JEEP SHOW 116th

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1 pm - 3 pm KICKER & THE METAL SHOP SAND COURSE, SHIFT #2 North pier, in front of Somerset Street, downtown Ocean City 3:30 pm-5:30 pm KICKER & THE METAL SHOP SAND COURSE, SHIFT #3 North pier, in front of Somerset Street, downtown Ocean City 7 - 8 pm KICKER & THE METAL SHOP PRESENTS THE GREAT OC JEEP WEEK HANGOUT West OC Park & Ride, 12848 Ocean Gateway, Ocean City Group Drone Photos with the ENTIRE OCJW Family! Let's get as many Jeeps in one location as possible! ALL HANDS ON DECK - friends, clubs, family. 8:30 - 10:30 p.m. MICKY FINS PARTY KICKER & THE METAL SHOP, CC CUSTOMS Micky Fins restaurant, 12952 Inlet Isle Lane, Ocean City Right next door to Park & Ride! Amazing food and marina views. Discounts with show badge MD

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6:45 am - 8:00 am STAGING BEGINS FOR BEACH CRAWL Meet at back parking lot at Jolly Roger, 29th Street 8:05 - 9:30 am BEACH CRAWL runs from 29th Street beach to Inlet Parking Lot 10 am - 5 pm PACKET PICKUP Ocean City Convention Center, 40th Street Meet inside in the main lobby of the OC Convention Center. Have your ID or receipt ready to pick up your packet.

10 am - 5 pm OCJW CONVENTIONHQ CENTER Opens to vendors, participants, and general public. Public tickets are available at the front gate JEEP JAM MAYS Complex, 6605 Morris Road, Pittsville Md. Obstacle Course, Trail Ride.

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Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Drop by during the day to enjoy Scrabble, I Spy, Battleship and more. Grab a favorite game from the library’s collection or bring your own. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-6322600 OCEAN PINES PLAYERS OPEN HOUSE Ocean Pines Community Center pavilion, 235 Ocean Parkway, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Featuring karaoke, theater games, costume photo op, popcorn and lemonade. Become a member or make a donation. Free and open to the public. oceanpinesplayers.org

OLD FASHIONED RUMMAGE SALE Showell United Methodist Church, 10115 Pitts Road, Showell, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Kitchen items, clothing, books, Vera Bradley purses and sundries to be sold. Baked items and chicken salad will be available for take-out. B.J., 302-5594718, ShowellUnitedMethodistChurch on Facebook CHALK ART Worcester County Library - Snow Hill Branch, 307 N. Washington St., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Drop in to create chalk art. Use the supplies in front of the library to decorate the sidewalk. All ages. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-632-2600

It is important to remember that the ocean is not just a fun place to spend a vacation, it is a natural, ever changing dynamic environment and like all natural phenomena, if it is not treated respectfully, it can be deadly.

OC JEEP WEEK Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 8:05 a.m.-5 p.m. Featuring a variety of activities at various locations: https//oceancityjeepweek.com. https://marylandjeep.com.Register: For assistance: Brad Hoffman, 443-366-5944 (TEXT), brad@live-wire-media.com.

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Delmarva Discovery Museum, 2 Market St., Pocomoke City, 12:30-3 p.m. Pocomoke Indian Nation will offer demonstrations, presentations and hands-on creations such as natural tools and flintknapping, games, decoys and shell/feather jewelry. www.pocomokeindiannation.org Sun., Aug. 28 OC JEEP WEEK Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 8:05 a.m.-2 p.m. Featuring a variety of activi-

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three hours after surf rescue technicians (SRTs) had cleared the ocean and left for the day, while the friends and family will forever be changed by such a preventableAnothertragedy.alarming statistic is that when untrained individuals attempt to “rescue” someone from the ocean, they frequently become victims themselves and this was reported six times last summer at other Eeast Coast beaches and a few times this year in North Carolina and AlthoughFlorida.education is the first priority of the Beach Patrol mission and the press has dedicated time and resources to help us get these lifesaving messages out to you, many people just do not heed our advice and lives are lost and families devastated by the poor decisions of others.

CITIZENS SCRAP TIRE DROP-OFF DAY Worcester County Solid Waste, 7091 Central Site Lane, Newark, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Worcester County residents are encouraged to get rid of their old, scrap, passenger and light truck tires free of charge, with a limit of 10 tires per household. Mike McLung, 410-632-3177

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4TH FRIDAY STREET FESTIVAL Downtown Pocomoke, Market Street & Front Street, 5-8 p.m. “Touch-A-Truck” will feature activities, artists, vendors and entertainment by Audio Tribe. Food and drinks available. www.downtownpocomoke.com, 410-957-1333, Ext. 111 Sat., Aug. 27

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BACK TO SCHOOL BASH Veterans Memorial Park, Race Track Road, Ocean Pines, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Featuring games, waterslides and moon bounces for children. Wristbands cost $10. Food and ice cream vendors and a DJ. The event is cash only and open to the public. 410-641-7052

ASSATEAGUE ADVENTURES Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., 10:30 a.m. A ranger-led adventure featuring crafts, puppets, stories, cool props and live animals from Assateague Island National Seashore. A different adventure each week. www.worcesterlibrary.org ‘IN HARMONY WITH THE EARTH MOTHER’ NATIVE AMERICAN PROGRAM

OLD FASHIONED RUMMAGE SALE Showell United Methodist Church, 10115 Pitts Road, Showell, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Kitchen items, clothing, books, Vera Bradley purses and sundries to be sold. Baked items and chicken salad will be available for take-out. B.J., 302-5594718, ShowellUnitedMethodistChurch on Facebook

STORY TIME AT THE FARMERS MARKET White Horse Park, Ocean Pines, 9 a.m. Held during the Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market. “Mr. Jake,” a youth services specialist with the Ocean Pines Library, will read books to local children. All are welcome. www.oceanpines.org MODEL HORSE SHOW Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market - White Horse Park, 235 Ocean Parkway, 9:30 a.m. Open to all ages. Ingrid Parker is a professional horse show judge who enjoys officiating model horse shows across Delmarva. Hosted by Rainbow’s End Tack Shop. Registration is $5. Bring table.

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MODERNA COVID-19 VACCINE CLINIC James G. Barrett Medical Office Building, 10231 Old Ocean City Blvd. Vaccine clinic for those ages 6 months and older. Registration is requested but not required. Sign up: agh.care/vaccine.

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Even experienced swimmers and surfers have lost their lives swimming alone with no one to help them when things go wrong. A powerful rip current can flow away from the beach, at a speed that is faster than an Olympic swimmer can swim againstLifeguardsit. and people dedicated to water/beach safety feel frustrated by these stories. There is no need for anyone to lose a family member on vacation. It is a tragedy that could be easily avoided.Theocean is constantly moving and changing. To the untrained eye it can look calm and safe, but currents on the calmest day can still be dangerous. Do not hesitate about approaching the lifeguard and asking about water conditions. They enjoy answering questions and educating beach patrons. Every member of the Beach Patrol is fully tested and certified before they ever have the privilege of guarding you, your family and friends. Their job is to recognize the danger and educate beach patrons about it. If you hear them blow their whistle, look and see who they might be trying to communicate with. It could be you. The lifeguards will use their flags to direct you out of harms way. Often during the summer, we see a lot of wildlife activity out in the ocean. There could be whale sightings and very often, dolphins traveling close to shore.Although these creatures aren’t normally harmful to humans, it’s safer to simply move out of their way and let themLifeguardspass. have a better view of what is going on from their guard stand and will move you away from the less dangerous occurrences such as these and the more dangerous situations such as ripThecurrents.Beach Patrol also enforces rules, ordinances and regulations that I am sure some of you find bothersome, but each regulation has been put in place for a Thereason.Beach Patrol is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure and enjoyable environment for all of our visitors and ensuring that they may enjoy their vacationPleasetime.remember that if the lifeguard asks you to play ball at the back of the beach, fill in a hole, move to a designated smoking area, turn your music down or move an umbrella out of their line of sight, they are doing this to ensure that everyone has a safe and enjoyable beach experience and can return for many more. We hope you enjoy your time here in Ocean City. To help us keep you safe always check in with the lifeguard on the stand and never go in the ocean if the Beach Patrol is not on duty. This is so important to each lifeguard that they will clear the ocean of all swimmers before leaving their beach at 5:30Followp.m. the directions of the lifeguards and never underestimate the incredible power of the ocean. Remember our slogan and pass it on to family, friends or anyone whose life you value: “Keep your feet in the sand until the lifeguard’s in the stand!”

RIDE Furnace Town Historic Site (Nassawango Iron Furnace), 3816 Old Furnace Road, Snow Hill, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Tickets $67. Flat, Fast, and Fun! Three separate well-marked routes (50K, 50 mi, or 100K) on rural roads through the scenic Pocomoke Forest! 410-632-2032

OC JEEP WEEK Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 8:05 a.m.-5 p.m. Featuring a variety of activities at various locations: https//oceancityjeepweek.com. https://marylandjeep.com.Register: For assistance: Brad Hoffman, 443-366-5944 (TEXT), brad@live-wire-media.com.

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Thunderbird Beach Motel. Now Hiring PM Houseman/ Maintenance. 4pm-midnight. Until mid-October. Apply in person. 32nd St., Baltimore Ave., from 9am-3pm. Cleaners - Vacation rentals needed for OC and the Pines. Experience preferred but not required. OC Purifiers. Call or text 443-397-1189 or karen@ocpurifiers.comemail HELP WANTED HELP WANTEDHELP WANTED HELP WANTEDHELP WANTED HELP WANTED Classifieds appear in Ocean City Today & Bayside Gazette each week and online at oceancitytoday.com & baysideoc.com Call 410-723-6397 by Monday 5 p.m. www. ocean city today .com Or de r YOur C lassi f ieds O nline ! • Convenient • Quick • No Waiting, No Calls • Days, Nights & Weekends 42 Ocean City Today August 26, 2022 410-723-6397Classifieds NOW HIRING!! Production Crew for our WOC kitchen facility Up to $20/hr. Apply online www.delmarvadd.comat: Hiring Cooks (up to $18), Night Cashiers,Audio/VideoReceptionist,Techs,DistilleryTourGuides,MaintenanceStaff,Painter,Carpenter,OfficeStaff,Servers,FoodRunners,Hosts,BarStaff,Barbacks,Expeditors,Security,Receivers,BoutiqueAssociates&FloorManagerApplyinpersonoronlineatseacrets.com CADDrafterDesigner/ Berlin, MD area. Work experience and/or an Associates degree in CAD or closely related field. Send resume by email to jsalm@jwse.com Agent (PositionAssociate125246) University of Maryland Extension seeks Family Consumer Science/Finance Educator Full Time, 12 month, professional track faculty position in Worcester County (Snow Hill), MD. Master's degree preferred. Salary commensurate with experience; Bachelor’s base: $41,435; Master’s base: $43,320. The University of Maryland offers an extensive benefits package, which can be found by https://uhr.umd.edu/benefits.visiting For more information and to apply, go to: https://ejobs.umd.edu Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a Criminal History Record Check. EEO/AA Closing Date: Sept. 4, 2022 Cooks, Kitchen Help, Food CleaningRunners,PersonWanted Flexible schedule, clean kitchen, new equipment. Weekly paychecks. Friendly work environment. American Legion Post #166 Contact Sam 443-235-0876Wiley DRIVERS NEEDED Berlin, Ocean City area for medicalMonday-Friday.transportation. Call 410.726.5166Wayne NOW HIRING! PT BARTENDER Tue. Wed. Thur. 5pm-closenights Call Pam Or410-726-7061atApplyWithinat56thStreet www.oceancitytoday.comwww.baysideoc.com

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MERRY MAKERS - DIY BLING Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. The library will supply jewelry kits to fashion something fun and creative. All material provided. “Events”www.worcesterlibrary.orgRegister:underorcall410-208-4014.

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CALENDAR ties at various locations: https//oceancityjeepweek.com. Register: https://marylandjeep.com. For assistance: Brad Hoffman, 443-366-5944 brad@live-wire-media.com.(TEXT),

RIGAMAJIG THURSDAYS Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Drop in to use your imagination and build using the rigamajig STEM building kit. For ages 4 years and older. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410632-2600

SUNDAES IN THE PARK & FIREWORKS Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, 7-9 p.m. Music by “Jaded Love” (Boston/Styx tribute). Free activities and entertainment for kids. Ice cream available for purchase. Bring picnic and beach chairs. Fireworks may or may not occur. 410-250-0125 Mon., Aug. 29

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY OF BERLINGROUP #169 Atlantic General Hospital - Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 5-6:30 p.m. T.O.P.S. is a weekly support and educational group promoting weight loss and living a healthy lifestyle. Rose Campion, 410-641-0157 OC BEACH DANCE PARTY Caroline St. Stage, 2 N. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Featuring DJ Kutt. Free event for all ages. 410-2500125 or 800-626-2326

T(W)EEN NIGHT SUMMER PARTY

PLAY TIME Worcester County Library - Snow Hill Branch, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 a.m. Join the group for a variety of activities and toys. Play and socialize with other families. For ages 2-5 years. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-632-2600

SUPERHERO MOVIE Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 2 p.m. Drop by for this week’s marvelous movie. 410208-4014, www.worcesterlibrary.org

Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 5 p.m. Hang out, do crafts, spend time with friends and play the Nintendo Switch. For ages 12-15 years. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-632-2600 Wed., Aug. 31

DRONE SHOW ON THE BEACH Downtown Ocean City beach, 2 N. Atlantic Ave., 9:30 p.m., Come experience Ocean City’s drone show located downtown on the beach on Monday evenings. 410-250-0125, 800-626-2326 Tues., Aug. 30

CRAFT DAY Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., 10:30 a.m. A fun morning of crafting and activities for children. 410-632-2600www.worcesterlibrary.org,

SUPER POWERED STEM: PROPELLER CARS Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 4:30 p.m. A building challenge for young scientists. Use the materials provided to make a propeller car. For ages 7 years and older. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-6322600 OCEAN PINES CHILDREN’S THEATER CASTING CALL Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 5-6:30 p.m.,For children in grades 9th through 12th. Selected monologues can be found at aterOcean.www.facebook.com/opchildrensthe-Vaccinationsrequired.

A fascinating story of race, love, murder and history, against the backdrop of an ever-changing Los Angeles, 5:30 p.m.. The title is available on Hoopla. Register: www.worcesterlibrary.org under “Events.” 410-632-2600 Thurs., Sept. 1

Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 a.m. Story time all about apples. There will be science, stories and crafts. For ages 2-5 www.worcesterlibrary.org,years. 410-6322600 VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB: ‘SOUTHLAND’ BY NINA REVOYR

POCOMOKE BOOK OF THE MONTH: ‘RUN ROSE RUN’ BY DOLLY PARTON AND JAMES PATTERSON Worcester County Library - Pocomoke Branch, 301 Market St., 2 p.m. Join the group for their monthly discussion. Books are available at the www.worcesterlibrary.org,library.410-632-2600 ZUMBA FOR ALL LEVELS Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., 4:30-5:30 p.m. Join certified Zumba instructor Joyce Landsman for an hour of movement. These classes uplift and improve mood. www.worcesterlibrary.orgRegister: under

“Events.” 410-632-2600 Continued from Page 41 YOUR BUSINESS Your Business Card Here! Call Nancy, 410-723-6397 ROOFINGROOFING Your Roofing, Siding & Home Improvement Specialist Since 1989 ROOFING • SIDING • DURADEK • WINDOWS • GUTTERS Mike Moesle 410-629-1573, Fax: 410-629-1946 10545 Friendship Road, Unit 3, Berlin, Maryland 21811 www.shoresidingmd.commmoesle@shoresidingmd.com *Licenced in MD, DE &VA M.H.I.C #4648 FREE ESTIMATES HARVIEW ROOFING www.harviewroofing.comCOMPANY ROOFING-SIDING-SPOUTING TRIM WORK-REPLACEMENT WINDOWS RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL WORK SINCE 1959 JOE GREAVER OWNER 410-254-0816 Fax 410-254-8613 E-mail: joegreaver@harviewroofing.com ROOFING 410-204-2586 ROOFING

Cost of all recordation and transfer taxes and all other incidental settlement costs shall be borne by the purchaser. The date of settlement shall be fifteen (15) days after final ratification by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, time being of the essence; otherwise, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, or in any manner designated by the Trustee; or, without forfeiting deposit, the Seller may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting purchaser.

For more information, call: James E. Clubb, Jr., Esq.

108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842 TRUSTEE'S SALE OF TIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE LIGHTHOUSE POINT VILLAS saleheland,CourtpursuantWorcesterrecordedByOCEACONDOMINIUMNCITY,MARYLANDvirtueofaClaimofLienamongtheLandRecordsofCounty,Maryland,andtotheOrderoftheCircuitforWorcesterCounty,Mary-CaseNo.C-23-CV-22-000162,undersignedTrusteewillofferforatpublicauctionattheLighthousePointVillasCondominiumbuildinglocatedat14409LighthouseAvenue,thefollowingde-scribedpropertylocatedintheTownofOceanCity,intheTenthElectionDistrictofWorcesterCounty,Mary-land,onFRIDAY,SEPTEMBER2,2022AT9:30A.M.UnitsTimeIntervals11013821322022623531935242553155161862063771192292793611411142124Eachtimeintervalbeingoneweekperyearofthecorrespondingunit,eachunitbeingpartoftheLighthousePointVillasCondo-minium,includinganundividedin-terestinthecommonelementsthereof,asestablishedpursuanttoaCondominiumDeclarationandBy-LawsrecordedamongtheLandRecordsofWorcesterCounty,Mary-land,andsubsequentDeclarationsofCovenants,ConditionsandRestric-tionsastoeachcondominiumunit,andrecordedamongtheaforesaidLandRecords.Thepropertywillbesoldinan"asis"conditionandsubjecttocondi-tions,restrictionsandagreementsofrecordaffectingthesame,ifany,andwithnowarrantiesorguarantees.Asecuredpartymaybidandshallbeexcusedfromdepositrequirements.TheTrusteereservestherighttore-jectanyandallbids.TermsofSale:Adepositinthefullamountofsalepertimeintervalwillberequiredatthetimeofsale,suchdeposittobeincashorcheck.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the full amount of sale per time interval will be required at the time of sale, such deposit to be in cash or check. Cost of all recordation and transfer taxes and all other incidental settlement costs shall be borne by the purchaser. The date of settlement shall be fifteen (15) days after final ratification by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, time being of the essence; otherwise, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, or in any manner designated by the Trustee; or, without forfeiting deposit, the Seller may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting purchaser.

cornerlineCoastalbeSeptemberquestionsCity,ern2022atcouragedroad.antion,withprojecttosystemstructionscopeprojectResiliencyservicesrentlyWorcester_________________________________410-289-2323TrusteeOCD-8/18/2tNOTICETOBIDDERSWorcesterCountyCommissionersWorcesterCounty,MarylandCoastalResiliencyandLivingShorelineProjectTheCountyCommissionersofCountyMarylandarecur-solicitingbidsforconstructionfortheSelseyRoadCoastalandLivingShorelineinWestOceanCity.Theworkinvolves,generally,thecon-ofasillandbreakwaterasdesigned,installinginletsthetidalpondinthemiddleoftheareaasanactivefeatureassociatedphragmitesexcava-androckplacementtotieintoexistingrevetmentalongtheInterestedcontractorsareen-toattendapre-bidmeeting1:00PMonTuesday,August30,,attheprojectsiteattheeast-endofSelseyRoadWestOceanMD21842.LastdayforbidshallbenoonThursday,8,2022.Sealedbidswillaccepteduntil1:00PMonMon-day,September12,2022intheOfficeoftheCountyCommissioners,atRoom1103-WorcesterCountyGov-ernmentCenter,OneWestMarketStreet,SnowHill,Maryland21863,atwhichtimetheywillbeopenedandpubliclyreadaloud.Envelopesshallbemarked"WorcesterCountyResiliencyandLivingShore-Project"inthelowerleft-hand.Afteropening,bidswillbeforwardedtotheWorcesterCountyDepartmentofEnvironmentalPro-gramsfortabulation,reviewandrec-ommendationtotheCountyCommissionersfortheirconsidera-tionatafuturemeeting.Inaward-ingtheproposal,theCommissionersreservetherighttorejectanyandallproposals,waiveformalities,infor-malitiesandtechnicalitiestherein,andtotakewhateverproposaltheydeterminetobeinthebestinterestoftheCountyconsideringlowestorbestproposal,qualityofgoodsandwork,timeofdeliveryorcompletion,responsibilityofsubcontractorsbeingconsidered,previousexperi-enceofsubcontractorswithCountycontracts,oranyotherfactorstheydeemappropriate.BiddocumentsareavailablebycontactingtheWorcesterCountyDepartmentof Environmental Programs at 410632-1220 x1302 or by email at eraldebtavailableobligationiceertyprovidessuedingfaithtion;CountybeipationgeneralthatothertovidesdescribedvidestainBECOMETHATHEREIN;SUCHPLIEDPATIONSUCHVIDINGANDPAYMENTTHISBONDSWHOLECOSTVIDEEXCEEDINGGATETIMEBONDS,OBLIGATIONSUANCE,LATEDINCLUDINGTHEPHASESTRUCTINGGINEERING,PORTIONPROVIDENOTGREGATEEFFECTIVE,THEWITHINTIMENOTESITSERALISSUEFAITHLANDWORCESTERCOUNTYAUTHORIZE2022.Nordstromcic,introducedkmunson@co.worcester.md.usTHEWORCESTERCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERSOCD-8/18/2tNOTICEofIntroductionofandPublicHearingRegardingBill22-11andNoticeofSeptember6,2022SpecialLegislativeSessionWorcesterCountyCommissionersTakeNoticethatBill22-11wasbyCommissionersMitre-Elder,Bertino,Bunting,Church,andPurnellonAugust2,Bill22-11istitledANACTTOANDEMPOWERCOMMISSIONERSOFCOUNTY,MARY-TOBORROWONITSFULLANDCREDIT,ANDTOANDSELL(1)ITSGEN-OBLIGATIONBONDSANDBONDANTICIPATIONTHEREFOR,ATONEORFROMTIMETOTIMEFOURYEARSFROMDATETHISBILLBECOMESEACHINANAG-PRINCIPALAMOUNTEXCEEDING$10,955,670,TOFINANCINGFORAOFTHECOSTOFEN-DESIGNING,CON-ANDEQUIPPINGOF2IMPROVEMENTSTOWORCESTERCOUNTYJAIL,PAYMENTOFRE-COSTSANDCOSTSOFIS-AND(2)ITSGENERALREFUNDINGATONETIMEORFROMTOTIME,INANAGGRE-PRINCIPALAMOUNTNOT$14,245,000,TOPRO-FINANCINGFORTHEOFREFUNDINGINORINPARTANYOFTHEISSUEDPURSUANTTOLOCALLAW,INCLUDINGOFRELATEDCOSTSCOSTSOFISSUANCE;PRO-THATPROCEEDSOFBONDSORBONDANTICI-NOTESMAYBEAP-TOOTHERCOSTSOFPROJECTASDESCRIBEDANDRECOGNIZINGBILL22-6MAYNOTHAVEEFFECTIVE.BillNo.22-11(1)setsforthcer-rulesofconstruction;(2)pro-fortheauthorizedborrowingsinthetitleabove;(3)pro-thatthebillmaybeamendedauthorizetheuseofproceedsforpublicpurposes;(4)providesdetailsofanyoftheauthorizedobligationbonds,bondantic-notesorrefundingbondswilldeterminedorprovidedforbytheCommissionersbyresolu-(5)pledgestheCounty’sfullandcreditandunlimitedtax-powertopaymentofanysuchis-generalobligationdebtandforthelevyofannualprop-taxessufficienttopaydebtserv-onanysuchissuedgeneraldebt;(6)allowsotherfundstobeusedtopayserviceonanysuchissuedgen-obligationdebt;(7)generallyre-

Units Time Intervals 101 13 102 45 203 13 203 17 206 18 302 16 302 49 303 24 303 47 501 49 504 16

By virtue of a Claim of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. C-23-CV-22-000164, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the Ocean Time Condominium building located at 13 136th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9:00 A.M. Each time interval being one week per year of the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Ocean Time Condominium as established pursuant to a Condominium Declaration and By-Laws recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and subsequent Time-Share Instruments as to each condominium unit, and recorded among the aforesaid Land Records.Theproperty will be sold in an as is condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranties or guarantees. A secured party may bid and shall be excused from deposit requirements. The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

JAMES E. CLUBB, ESQ.

JR.,

For more information, call: James E. Clubb, Jr., Esq.

410-289-2323TrusteeOCD-8/18/2t

PAGE 46 Ocean City Today / Public Notices AUGUST 26, 2022 JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842 TRUSTEE'S SALE OF TIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE OCEAN TIME CONDOMINIUM OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND

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WITHINTIMENOTESITSERALISSUEFAITHLANDWORCESTERCOUNTYAUTHORIZE2022.Nordstromcic,introducedN_________________________________COMMISSIONERSCOUNTYOCD-8/18/2tNOTICEofIntroductionofandPublicHearingRegardingBill22-13andoticeofSeptember6,2022SpecialLegislativeSessionWorcesterCountyCommissionersTakeNoticethatBill22-13wasbyCommissionersMitre-Elder,Bertino,Bunting,Church,andPurnellonAugust2,Bill22-13istitledANACTTOANDEMPOWERCOMMISSIONERSOFCOUNTY,MARY-TOBORROWONITSFULLANDCREDIT,ANDTOANDSELL(1)ITSGEN-OBLIGATIONBONDSANDBONDANTICIPATIONTHEREFOR,ATONEORFROMTIMETOTIMEFOURYEARSFROM

The foregoing is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103 and is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center. A full copy of the bill is also available on the County Website at www.co.worcester.md.us.

A Public Hearing will be held on Bill 22-13 on Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at 10:30 A.M. in the County Commissioners Meeting Room, Room 1101-Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863.

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THE DATE THIS BILL BECOMES EFFECTIVE, EACH IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT EXCEEDING $10,024,184, TO PROVIDE FINANCING FOR A PORTION OF THE COST OF ENGINEERING, DESIGNING, CONSTRUCTING, EQUIPPING, FURNISHING AND UNDERTAKING SITE WORK FOR AN ADDITION TO STEPHEN DECATUR MIDDLE SCHOOL, INCLUDING PAYMENT OF RELATED COSTS AND COSTS OF ISSUANCE, AND (2) ITS GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS, AT ONE TIME OR FROM TIME TO TIME, IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT EXCEEDING $13,035,000, TO PROVIDE FINANCING FOR THE COST OF REFUNDING IN WHOLE OR IN PART ANY OF THE BONDS ISSUED PURSUANT TO THIS LOCAL LAW, INCLUDING PAYMENT OF RELATED COSTS AND COSTS OF ISSUANCE; PROVIDING THAT PROCEEDS OF SUCH BONDS OR BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES MAY BE APPLIED TO OTHER COSTS OF SUCH PROJECT AS DESCRIBED HEREIN; AND RECOGNIZING THAT BILL 22-5 MAY NOT HAVE BECOME EFFECTIVE.BillNo.22-13 (1) sets forth certain rules of construction; (2) provides for the authorized borrowings described in the title above; (3) provides that the bill may be amended to authorize the use of proceeds for other public purposes; (4) provides that details of any of the authorized general obligation bonds, bond anticipation notes or refunding bonds will be determined or provided for by the County Commissioners by resolution; (5) pledges the County’s full faith and credit and unlimited taxing power to payment of any such issued general obligation debt and provides for the levy of annual property taxes sufficient to pay debt service on any such issued general obligation debt; (6) allows other available funds to be used to pay debt service on any such issued general obligation debt; (7) generally relates to the authorized general obligation debt; and (8) provides that no general obligation debt will be issued under authority of Bill 22-5. The foregoing is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103 and is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center. A full copy of the bill is also available on the County Website at www.co.worcester.md.us.

THE WORCESTER AS DESCRIBED HEREIN; RECOGNIZING THAT BILL 22-7 MAY NOT HAVE BECOME EFFECTIVE.Bill No. 22-12 (1) sets forth certain rules of construction; (2) provides for the authorized borrowings described in the title above; (3) provides that the bill may be amended to authorize the use of proceeds for other public purposes; (4) provides that details of any of the authorized general obligation bonds, bond anticipation notes or refunding bonds will be determined or provided for by the County Commissioners by resolution; (5) pledges the County’s full faith and credit and unlimited taxing power to payment of any such issued general obligation debt and provides for the levy of annual property taxes sufficient to pay debt service on any such issued general obligation debt; (6) allows other available funds to be used to pay debt service on any such issued general obligation debt; (7) generally relates to the authorized general obligation debt; and (8) provides that no general obligation debt will be issued under authority of Bill 22-7.

AUGUST 26, 2022 Ocean City Today / Public Notices PAGE 47 lates to the authorized general obligation debt; and (8) provides that no general obligation debt will be issued under authority of Bill 22-6. The foregoing is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103 and is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center. A full copy of the bill is also available on the County Website at www.co.worcester.md.us.

A Public Hearing will be held on Bill 22-12 on Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at 10:30 A.M. in the County Commissioners Meeting Room, Room 1101-Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863.

BONDPROCEEDSISSUANCE;RELATEDCLUDINGSUANTOFINGING$3,965,000,AMOUNTINTIMEREFUNDING(2)ANDPAYMENTSTORAGEPUBLICINGFURNISHINGSTRUCTING,GINEERING,PORTIONPROVIDENOTGREGATEEFFECTIVE,THEWITHINTIMENOTESITSERALISSUEFAITHLANDWORCESTERCOUNTYAUTHORIZE2022.Nordstromcic,introducedN_________________________________COMMISSIONERSCOUNTYOCD-8/18/2tNOTICEofIntroductionofandPublicHearingRegardingBill22-12andoticeofSeptember6,2022SpecialLegislativeSessionWorcesterCountyCommissionersTakeNoticethatBill22-12wasbyCommissionersMitre-Elder,Bertino,Bunting,Church,andPurnellonAugust2,Bill22-12istitledANACTTOANDEMPOWERCOMMISSIONERSOFCOUNTY,MARY-TOBORROWONITSFULLANDCREDIT,ANDTOANDSELL(1)ITSGEN-OBLIGATIONBONDSANDBONDANTICIPATIONTHEREFOR,ATONEORFROMTIMETOTIMEFOURYEARSFROMDATETHISBILLBECOMESEACHINANAG-PRINCIPALAMOUNTEXCEEDING$3,050,000,TOFINANCINGFORAOFTHECOSTOFEN-DESIGNING,CON-EQUIPPING,ANDUNDERTAK-SITEWORKFORTHENEWSAFETYLOGISTICALFACILITY,INCLUDINGOFRELATEDCOSTSCOSTSOFISSUANCE,ANDITSGENERALOBLIGATIONBONDS,ATONEORFROMTIMETOTIME,ANAGGREGATEPRINCIPALNOTEXCEEDINGTOPROVIDEFINANC-FORTHECOSTOFREFUND-INWHOLEORINPARTANYTHEBONDSISSUEDPUR-TOTHISLOCALLAW,IN-PAYMENTOFCOSTSANDCOSTSOFPROVIDINGTHATOFSUCHBONDSORANTICIPATIONNOTES MAY BE APPLIED TO OTHER COSTS OF SUCH PROJECT

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A Special Legislative Session will be held in the County Commissioners Meeting Room on Tuesday, September 6, 2022 beginning at 10:30 A.M. It is anticipated that Bill 22-13 will be considered for passage at such Special Legislative Session folthe public hearing.

THE WORCESTER

A Public Hearing will be held on Bill 22-11 on Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at 10:30 A.M. in the County Commissioners Meeting Room, Room 1101-Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863. A Special Legislative Session will be held in the County Commissioners Meeting Room on Tuesday, September 6, 2022 beginning at 10:30 A.M. It is anticipated that Bill 22-11 will be considered for passage at such Special Legislative Session following the public hearing.

THE WORCESTER OceanUnit1403CEASED)BERNARDRockville,6003Carrie6003BWWCOMMISSIONERSCOUNTYOCD-8/18/2tLawGroup,LLCExecutiveBlvd.,Suite101Rockville,MD20852M.Ward,etal.ExecutiveBlvd.,Suite101MD20852SubstituteTrustees/Plaintiffsvs.E.ROACHE,JR.(DE-SaintLouisAvenue2City,MD21842Defendant(s)INTHECIRCUITCOURTFORWORCESTERCOUNTY,MARYLANDCaseNo.C-23-CV-22-000011NOTICENoticeisherebygiventhis3rddayofAugust,2022,bytheCircuitCourtforWorcesterCounty,Mary-land,thatthesaleofthepropertymentionedintheseproceedingsanddescribedas1403SaintLouisAv-enue,Unit2,OceanCity,MD21842,madeandreportedbytheSubstituteTrustee,willbeRATIFIEDANDCONFIRMED,unlesscausetothecontrarythereofbeshownonorbe-forethe5thdayofSeptember,2022,providedacopyofthisNOTICEbeinsertedinsomeweeklynewspaperprintedinsaidCounty,onceineachofthreesuccessiveweeksbeforethe29thdayofAugust,2022.ThereportstatesthepurchasepriceattheForeclosuresaletobe$240,000.00.SusanR.BranieckiClerk,CircuitCourtforWorcesterCounty,MarylandTrueCopyTest:SusanR.BranieckiClerkoftheCircuitCourtWorcesterCountyMDOCD-8/11/3t_________________________________NOTICEOFAPPOINTMENTNOTICETOCREDITORSNOTICETOUNKNOWNHEIRSEstateNo.19187TOALLPERSONSINTERESTEDINTHEESTATEOFWILLIAMMICHAELMCDERMOTTNoticeisgiventhatWilliamHal-leyMcDermott,1249ChewRoad,Waterford,NJ08089,wasonAugust10,2022appointedPersonalRepre-sentativeoftheestateofWilliamMichaelMcDermottwhodiedonJuly9,2021,withawill.Furtherinformationcanbeob-tainedbyreviewingtheestatefileintheofficeoftheRegisterofWillsorbycontactingthepersonalrepresen-tativeortheattorney.Allpersonshavinganyobjectiontotheappointment(ortotheprobateofthedecedent’swill)shallfiletheirobjectionswiththeRegisterofWillsonorbeforethe10thdayofFebru-ary,2023.Anypersonhavingaclaimagainstthedecedentmustpresenttheclaimtotheundersignedper-

A Special Legislative Session will be held in the County Commissioners Meeting Room on Tuesday, September 6, 2022 beginning at 10:30 A.M. It is anticipated that Bill 22-12 will be considered for passage at such Special Legislative Session following the public hearing.

VICTORIA L. O’NEILL ESQ. AYRES JENKINS GORDY & ALMAND P.A. 6200 COASTAL HIGHWAY, SUITE 200 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 SMALLNOTICEESTATE OF daysitorclaimtice,publisheddeliversrepresentativethe1992,decedenttheofundersignedistersentativeontheofmonthswiththehavinglicationwithinobjectionstotativebythetainedazardtheappointedMDBlizzard,TONOTICENOTICEAPPOINTMENTTOCREDITORSTOUNKNOWNHEIRSESTATENO.19339ALLPERSONSINTERESTEDINTHEESTATEOFDOROTHYC.BLIZZARDNoticeisgiventhatRussellF.10430AzaelaRoad,Berlin,21811,wasonAugust17,2022personalrepresentativeofsmallestateofDorothyC.Bliz-whodiedonJuly21,2022,withwill.Furtherinformationcanbeob-byreviewingtheestatefileinofficeoftheRegisterofWillsorcontactingthepersonalrepresen-ortheattorney.AllpersonshavinganyobjectiontheappointmentshallfiletheirwiththeRegisterofWills30daysafterthedateofpub-ofthisNotice.AllpersonsanobjectiontotheprobateofwillshallfiletheirobjectionstheRegisterofWillswithinsixafterthedateofpublicationthisNotice.Allpersonshavingclaimsagainstdecedentmustservetheirclaimstheundersignedpersonalrepre-orfilethemwiththeReg-ofWillswithacopytotheonorbeforetheearlierthefollowingdates:(1)Sixmonthsfromthedateofdecedent’sdeath,exceptifthediedbeforeOctober1,ninemonthsfromthedateofdecedent’sdeath;or(2)Thirtydaysafterthepersonalmailsorotherwisetothecreditoracopyofthisnoticeorotherwrittenno-notifyingthecreditorthatthewillbebarredunlessthecred-presentstheclaimwithinthirtyfromthemailingorotherdeliv-

ery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter.Russell F. Blizzard Personal SnowRoomOneRegisterTrueRepresentativeTestCopyofWillsforWorcesterCountyTerriWestcottW.MarketStreet102-CourtHouseHill,MD21863-1074

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6:30 p.m. Case No. 22-46, on the lands of Frederick Brannon, requesting a variance to the rear yard setback from 5 feet to 2.4 feet (to encroach 2.6 feet) associated with a proposed deck in the A-2 Agricultural District, pursuant to Zoning Code §§ ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1202(c)(18) and ZS 1-318, located at 8817 Bay Ridge Dr, Tax Map 33, Parcel 347, Lot 153 Tax District 10, Worcester County, Maryland.

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PursuantSEPWEDNESDAY,TEMBER7,2022At7:00pmtotheprovisions of Section 110-143 of the Town of Ocean City Zoning Ordinance, a zoning map amendment is proposed for multiple parcels designated as P/G1 Public /Governmental zoning district. A public/governmental, P/G-1, use classification is designed to designate those parcels owned by the city, state or federal government upon which some governmental use or service either exists or is contemplated. The intent of this district is to clearly define areas of public ownership and provide a formal method of public notification for the use, acquisition or sale of these properties. The properties so designated will retain their underlying zoning classification with the addition of the suffix P/G-1.The P/G-1 (ADDED) sites are described as:

3) Department of Public Works South - Parcels 3942 and 3949, known locally as 210 and 200 St. Louis Avenue, respectively.

sented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. Krystal Wharton Personal SnowRoomOneRegisterTrueRepresentativeTestCopyTerriWestcottofWillsforWorcesterCountyW.MarketStreet102-CourtHouseHill,MD21863-1074

1) Museum Annex - Parcel 2636, locally known as 217 S. Baltimore Avenue.2)Beach Patrol - Parcels 2576, 2577 and 2587, locally known as 109 Talbot Street, 110 Dorchester Street and 107 Talbot Street, respectively.

4) 4th Street Parking Lot - Parcels 4057, 4058, 4059, 4060 and 4061, locally known as 408 Philadelphia Avenue, 404 Philadelphia Avenue, 400 Philadelphia Avenue, 104 4th Street and 405 Wilmington Lane, respectively.

8, 2022 Pursuant to the provisions of the Worcester County Zoning Ordinance, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held in-person before the Board of Zoning Appeals for Worcester County, in the Board Room (Room 1102) on the first floor of the Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland.

PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSIONNOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: August 18, 2022 OCD-8/18/3t

OF PUBLIC HEARING WORCESTER COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110, Zoning, of the Code of the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be conducted by the Planning and Zoning Commission in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on:

To all persons interested in the Rose Mary McAleer Revocable Living Trust. This is to give notice that Rose Mary McAleer died on April 8, 2022. Before the decedent’s death, the decedent created a Revocable Living Trust for which the undersigned, Patrick B. McAleer, is now Trustee. To have a claim satisfied from the property of this Trust, a person who has a claim against the decedent must present the claim on or before the date that is 6 months after the date of the first publication of this notice to the undersigned Trustee at his address as stated below. Any claim not presented to the Trustee on or before that date or any extension provided by law is unenforceable. The claim must include the following information: 1. A verified written statement of the claim indicating its basis; 2. The name and address of the claimant;3.Ifthe claim is not yet due, the date on which it will become due; 4. If the claim is contingent, the nature of the contingency; 5. If the claim is secured, a description of the security; and 6. The specific amount claimed.

6:35 p.m. Case No. 22-47, on the application of Mark Cropper, on the lands of Charles Barreras, requesting a variance to the rear yard setback from 30 feet to 18.57 feet (to encroach 11.43 feet) for a proposed 2nd floor deck addition in the R-3 Multi-family Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code §§ ZS 1116(c)(4), ZS 1-207(b)(2) and ZS 1305, located at 46 Lookout Point, Tax Map 16, Parcel 41, Section 4, Lot 104, Tax District 3, Worcester County,AdministrativeMaryland.

Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: City Digest Date of publication: August 2022 OCD-8/25/1t

THURSDAYAGENDASEPTEMBER

ROSE MARY NOTICEMcALEER

to Creditors of a Settlor of a Revocable Trust

Patrick B. McAleer, Trustee c/o Diane S. Kotkin, Esquire RKW Law Group 10 N. Jefferson Street, Suite 200 Frederick, Maryland NOTICE21701OCD-8/25/3t

PAGE 48 Ocean City Today / Public Notices AUGUST 26, 2022 sonal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.William Halley McDermott Personal SnowRoomOneRegisterTrueRepresentativeTestCopyTerriWestcottofWillsforWorcesterCountyW.MarketStreet102-CourtHouseHill,MD21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: August 18, 2022 NOTICEOCD-8/18/3t OF liverymonthsitorclaimtice,publisheddeliversrepresentativethe1992,decedentthelierthethesonaltheagainstary,onobjectionsoftotativebythetainedonJamesRepresentativegustGwynnWharton,TONOTICENOTICEAPPOINTMENTTOCREDITORSTOUNKNOWNHEIRSEstateNo.19302ALLPERSONSINTERESTEDINTHEESTATEOFJAMESVINCENTCERNIGLIANoticeisgiventhatKrystal2531PickwickRoad,Oak,MD21207,wasonAu-10,2022appointedPersonaloftheestateofVincentCernigliawhodiedNovember1,2021,withawill.Furtherinformationcanbeob-byreviewingtheestatefileinofficeoftheRegisterofWillsorcontactingthepersonalrepresen-ortheattorney.Allpersonshavinganyobjectiontheappointment(ortotheprobatethedecedent’swill)shallfiletheirwiththeRegisterofWillsorbeforethe10thdayofFebru-2023.Anypersonhavingaclaimthedecedentmustpresentclaimtotheundersignedper-representativeorfileitwithRegisterofWillswithacopytoundersignedonorbeforetheear-ofthefollowingdates:(1)Sixmonthsfromthedateofdecedent’sdeath,exceptifthediedbeforeOctober1,ninemonthsfromthedateofdecedent’sdeath;or(2)Twomonthsafterthepersonalmailsorotherwisetothecreditoracopyofthisnoticeorotherwrittenno-notifyingthecreditorthatthewillbebarredunlessthecred-presentstheclaimswithintwofromthemailingorotherde-ofthenotice.Aclaimnotpre-

APPLICANT:BABIKOW MCGINTY MARINE

OWNER:Maryland.ANDREW & ELIZABETH LIOI

OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS

The site of the appeal is described as Lot 6, 32nd Street Extended, Runaway Bay Townhouse Plat, further described as located on the north side of 32nd Street, and known locally as 610 32nd Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: DAVID & LAURA VIA – (BZA 2630 #22-09400015) Further information concerning the public hearings may be examined in the office of the Department of Planning and Community Development in City ChristopherHall.

appropriate.

OWNER:Maryland.TIMOTHY & ERIKA

County

OWNER: KELLY & CHRIS

CONSTRUCTIONPW22-101Arequest has been submitted install one boat lift with four associated pilings, maximum channelward extension of 24’ not to exceed past existing pier. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 778 94TH ST UNIT 110 Parcel # 9647 -110 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

Rudolf,ChairmanActing Maureen Howarth,OCD-8/25/3tAttorney NOTICE previous experience of with contracts, or any other factors they deem All inquiries shall be directed to Michael Hutchinson, Maintenance Superintendent, at 410-632-3766, Tuesday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

APPLICANT: PERMITTING,PRISTINELLC.PW22-104Arequest has been submitted to remove existing parallel platform, to install 40’ of replacement vinyl bulkhead with

bidders

THE WORCESTER Inc.,gineering,Kolar,Inquiriesotherderssidered,responsibilitywork,estteresttheytherein,ities,rejectCommissionersmeeting.fortiontabulation,theopening,inHomeownermarkedreadtheyHill,ter,WorcesterofOfficeonwillMaryland1000andDepartment30,10:00mandatoryaremissioners/bids.https://www.co.worcester.md.us/com-County’smentsingsdescribedterial,cludessiteTrashcoordinationphalttion,concreteallyWastepartmentgradesHillsealedsionersWorcesterNOTICECOMMISSIONERSCOUNTYOCD-8/25/2tTOBIDDERSCountyCommissionersWorcesterCounty,MarylandSnowHillHomeownerDropoffAreaUpgradesTheWorcesterCountyCommis-arecurrentlyacceptingbidsforconstructionofSnowHomeownerDropoffAreaUp-fortheWorcesterCountyDe-ofPublicWorks–SolidDivision.TheProjectgener-consistsoftheconstructionofapad,concretewall,excava-trafficcontrol,sitework,as-paving,millandoverlay,withtheCounty’sCompactorinstaller,testing,restorationandclose-out,andin-furnishingallequipment,ma-andlaborfortheworkinthebiddocumentdraw-andspecifications.Biddocu-areavailablefromWorcesterBidBoardlocatedatInterestedbiddersencouragedtoattendanon-Pre-BidConferenceatAM(EDT)onTuesday,August2022attheWorcesterCountyofPublicWorks–WaterWastewaterDivisionOfficeatShoreLane,OceanPines,21811.Sealedproposalsbeaccepteduntil1:00PM(EDT)Friday,September9,2022intheoftheCountyCommissionersWorcesterCountyatRoom1103-CountyGovernmentCen-OneWestMarketStreet,SnowMaryland21863,atwhichtimewillbeopenedandpubliclyaloud.Envelopesshallbe"BidEnclosed–SnowHillDropoffAreaUpgrades"thelowerleft-handcorner.AfterbidswillbeforwardedtoPublicWorksDepartmentforreviewandrecommenda-totheCountyCommissionerstheirconsiderationatafutureInawardingthebid,thereservetherighttoanyandallbids,waiveformal-informalitiesandtechnicalitiesandtotakewhateverbiddeterminetobeinthebestin-oftheCountyconsideringlow-orbestbid,qualityofgoodsandtimeofdeliveryorcompletion,ofbiddersbeingcon-previousexperienceofbid-withCountycontracts,oranyfactorstheydeemappropriate.canbedirectedtoDarlP.E.,ProjectManager,EAEn-Science,andTechnology,PBCat410-641-5341.THEWORCESTERCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS NOTICEOCD-8/25/2t OF PUBLIC HEARINGS BOARD OF PORT WARDENS

APPLICANT:RUGGERI PERMITTING,PRISTINELLCPW22-102Arequest has been submitted to construct a 5’ x 15’ pier extension and to install one boat lift with four associated pilings not to exceed 35’ channelward. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 703 RUSTY ANCHOR RD UNIT 14 Parcel # 9135 -14 in the Town of Ocean City,

APPLICANT: PERMITTING,PRISTINELLCPW22-103Arequest has been submitted to install one boat lift on existing pilings not to exceed 40’ channelward. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 506 32ND ST UNIT 15 Parcel # 4454 -15 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 106,”Waterways,” Article II – “Shoreline Development” of the Code of the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Port Wardens Ordinance of Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Thursday,Maryland.September 8, 2022 At 2:00 p.m. PW 22-100 A request has been submitted to construct a 2.5’ x 5’ pier extension to existing 2.5’ x 25’ pier and to install one boat lift with associated pilings, maximum channelward extension of 30’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 8904 RUSTY ANCHOR RD UNIT 223 Parcel # 9079223 in the Town of Ocean City,

TOWN OF OCEAN CITY, PursuantMARYLANDtotheprovisions of Chapter 110 of the Code of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Zoning Ordinance for Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted by the Board of Zoning Appeals for Ocean City, Maryland in the Council Chambers of City Hall located on Baltimore Avenue and Third Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on: September 8, 2022 at 6:00 PM Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-94(2)(b) requesting a special parking exception to waive two (2) parking spaces to allow additional rooms be created while adding a third floor to the home for a total of five (5) bedrooms.

5) Department of Public Works Parking - Parcels 6686 and 8435, locally known as 200 64th Street; 6) Future Department of Public Works Site - Parcels 6670, 6671, 6672, 6676, 6677 and 6678, locally known as 115 67th Street. 111 67th Street, 109 67th Street, 104 66th Street, 106 66th Street, and 108 66th Street, respectively 7) Delmarva Power & Light Company - Parcel 1864 A, identified as Lot C-2 of Parcel 20, locally known as 10021 Coastal Highway. The P/G-1 (REMOVED) sites are described as: 1) OCDC Model Block - Parcels 2549, 2560, 2547, 2546, known locally as 114 Somerset Street, 112 Somerset Street, 109 Dorchester Street, and 107 Dorchester Street, respectively.2)Department of Public Works Surplus Property - Parcel 4600, known locally as 2600 A Judlee Avenue.3)Former Water Tank Site - Parcel 6680, known locally as 118 66th Street.4)100th Street Parking Lot - Parcel 1864 A, identified as Lot C-1.1 of Parcel 20, known as 112 100th APPLICANT:Street.

AUGUST 26, 2022 Ocean City Today / Public Notices PAGE 49

responsibilitywork,estteresttheytherein,ities,rejectCommissionersmeeting.fortiontabulation,theopening,inmarkedreadtheytheficeFriday,bidsrequestsioners’ter.md.usobtainedStreet,ernmentRoomOfficeandWorks.Maintenanceroughly2”paveDecemberWorcesterRoad,locatedtheforsionersWorcesterBIDDERSTOCountyCommissionersWorcesterCounty,MarylandBlacktopSurfacingofSnowHillHealthDepartmentParkingLotTheWorcesterCountyCommis-arecurrentlyacceptingbidsresurfacingoftheparkinglotforSnowHillHealthDepartmentat6040PublicLandingSnowHill,MarylandinCountytobecompletedby31,2022requiringSuper-9.5mmBituminousConcreteatcompacteddepthforpavingof7,220squareyardsfortheDivisionofPublicBidspecificationpackagesbidformsareavailablefromtheoftheCountyCommissioners,1103–WorcesterCountyGov-Center,OneWestMarketSnowHill,Maryland21863,onlineatwww.co.worces-orbycallingtheCommis-Officeat410-632-1194toapackagebymail.Sealedwillbeaccepteduntil1:00p.m.,September9,2022intheOf-oftheCountyCommissionersataboveaddress,atwhichtimewillbeopenedandpubliclyaloud.Envelopesshallbe“ParkingLot–HealthDept”thelowerleft-handcorner.AfterbidswillbeforwardedtoDepartmentofPublicWorksforreviewandrecommenda-totheCountyCommissionerstheirconsiderationatafutureInawardingthebid,thereservetherighttoanyandallbids,waiveformal-informalitiesandtechnicalitiesandtotakewhateverbiddeterminetobeinthebestin-oftheCountyconsideringlow-orbestbid,qualityofgoodsandtimeofdeliveryorcompletion,ofbiddersbeingconsidered,

MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL, TOWN OF OCEAN CITY (FILE #22-14100008) No oral or written testimony will be accepted after the close of the publicPublichearing.hearings that are not completed at one meeting may be continued without additional advertised notice provided the Commission Chairman announces that the hearing will be continued and gives persons in attendance an opportunity to sign up for written notice of the additional hearing dates. For further information concerning this public hearing, please contact the Department of Planning and Community Development, Room 242, City Hall, 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842. Phone 410-289-8855.PLANNING AND COMMISSIONZONING PAM GREERCHAIRPERSONBUCKLEY, REEN HOWARTH NOTICEATTORNEYESQ.,OCD-8/18/3t

OWNER: LEE DAVIS

PAGE 50 Ocean City Today / Public Notices AUGUST 26, 2022 engineered batter pile system and to install a new 5’ x 40’ parallel platform maximum channelward extension 6’6”. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 13307 PEACH TREE RD Parcel # 8020A- in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. OWNER: APPLICANT:MORDENSKYSTANLEYOCEAN SERVICES OF DE., INC. totativebythetained2022,Francestive2022Berlin,Nichols,_________________________________OCD-8/25/2tSMALLESTATENOTICEOFAPPOINTMENTNOTICETOCREDITORSNOTICETOUNKNOWNHEIRSESTATENO.19340TOALLPERSONSINTERESTEDINTHEESTATEOFMARYFRANCESNICHOLSNoticeisgiventhatFrank24BridgewaterRoad,MD21811,wasonAugust17,appointedpersonalrepresenta-ofthesmallestateofMaryNicholswhodiedonJuly31,withawill.Furtherinformationcanbeob-byreviewingtheestatefileinofficeoftheRegisterofWillsorcontactingthepersonalrepresen-ortheattorney.Allpersonshavinganyobjectiontheappointmentshallfiletheir

PersonalRegisterTrueRepresentativeTestCopyofWillsforWorcesterCountyTerriWestcott Hill,

objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates:

One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow

MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: August 25, 2022 BELINDAIN_________________________________OCD-8/25/1tTHEMATTEROFJOHNNIETHOMAS-CADLETTCIRCUITCOURTFORWORCESTERCOUNTY,MARYLANDCaseNumber:C-23-FM-22-000298NOTICEFORPUBLICATION(ADULT)(Md.Rule15-901)TheabovepetitionerhasfiledaPetitionforChangeofName.TheyseektochangetheirnamefromJohnnieBelindaThomas-CadletttoJohnnieBelindaCadlett.Thepetitionerisseekinganamechangebecause:IwanttodropmymaidennametomakeiteasierformyfamilywhenIdie.AnypersonmayfileanobjectiontothePetitionforNameChangeonorbefore10/01/2022.Theobjectionmustbesupportedbyanaffidavit(writtenstatementconfirmedbyoathoraffirmation)andservedonthepetitioner(Md.Rule1-321).Ifnotimelyobjectionisfiled,thecourtmayissueajudgmentorgrantthenamechange.Acopyofthisnoticemustbepub-lishedonetimeinanewspaperofgeneralcirculationinthecounty/cityatleastfifteen(15)daysbeforethedeadlinetofileanobjection.SusanR.BranieckiClerkoftheCircuitCourtTrueCopyTest:SusanR.BranieckiClerkoftheCircuitCourtWorcesterCountyMDOCD-8/25/1t_________________________________NOTICEOFPUBLICHEARINGSBOARDOFADJUSTMENTSANDAPPEALSTOWNOFOCEANCITY,MARYLANDPursuanttotheprovisionsofChapter2Administration,ArticleIV,Division5oftheCodeoftheTownofOceanCity,Marylandhereinafterre-ferredtoasCode,samebeingtheBoardofAdjustmentsandAppealsOrdinanceforOceanCity,Maryland,noticeisherebygiventhatpublichearingwillbeconductedintheCouncilChambersofCityHalllo-catedat301BaltimoreAvenue,OceanCity,Maryland.Wednesday,September7,2022At3:00PMBAAV22-099Submittingare-questtoconsideranappealfromfreeboardrequirementsinanXandX-shadedfloodzone;toconstruct(2) additions to an existing 2 story commercial building. The applicant is requesting a variance to the Town of Ocean City Code Chapter 38 Floods (Sec. 38-71(5) which requires a 2 foot freeboard elevation of the finished floor from adjacent grade. Property is locally known as 8103 COASTAL HWY parcel number 0132A-B in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland OWNER: AVI SIBONY, 11th STREET, LLC APPLICANT: KEITH AugustDateOceanpersonalNameenforceableanyservederydaysitorclaimtice,publisheddeliversrepresentativethe1992,decedenttheofundersignedistersentativeontheofmonthswiththehavinglicationwithinobjectionstotativebythetainedwithD.tive2022City,Bailey,_________________________________IOTTOCD-8/25/2tSMALLESTATENOTICEOFAPPOINTMENTNOTICETOCREDITORSNOTICETOUNKNOWNHEIRSESTATENO.19350TOALLPERSONSINTERESTEDINTHEESTATEOFCLAUDIUSD.MERRILLNoticeisgiventhatCassandra914SecondStreet,PocomokeMD21851,wasonAugust16,appointedpersonalrepresenta-ofthesmallestateofClaudiusMerrillwhodiedonJuly20,2022,awill.Furtherinformationcanbeob-byreviewingtheestatefileinofficeoftheRegisterofWillsorcontactingthepersonalrepresen-ortheattorney.AllpersonshavinganyobjectiontheappointmentshallfiletheirwiththeRegisterofWills30daysafterthedateofpub-ofthisNotice.AllpersonsanobjectiontotheprobateofwillshallfiletheirobjectionstheRegisterofWillswithinsixafterthedateofpublicationthisNotice.Allpersonshavingclaimsagainstdecedentmustservetheirclaimstheundersignedpersonalrepre-orfilethemwiththeReg-ofWillswithacopytotheonorbeforetheearlierthefollowingdates:(1)Sixmonthsfromthedateofdecedent’sdeath,exceptifthediedbeforeOctober1,ninemonthsfromthedateofdecedent’sdeath;or(2)Thirtydaysafterthepersonalmailsorotherwisetothecreditoracopyofthisnoticeorotherwrittenno-notifyingthecreditorthatthewillbebarredunlessthecred-presentstheclaimwithinthirtyfromthemailingorotherdeliv-ofthenotice.Anyclaimnotorfiledwithinthattime,orextensionprovidedbylaw,isun-thereafter.CassandraBaileyPersonalRepresentativeTrueTestCopyRegisterofWillsforWorcesterCountyTerriWestcottOneW.MarketStreetRoom102-CourtHouseSnowHill,MD21863-1074ofnewspaperdesignatedbyrepresentative:CityDigestofpublication:25,2022OCD-8/25/1tOCEAN CITY TODAY Legal Advertising Call NANCY MACCUBBIN 410-723-6397, Fax: 410-723-6511 or E-mail: legals@oceancitytoday.net

(1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter.Frank Nichols

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Fireworks blast in the sky in 2018 in downtown Ocean City. City officials are working on a request for proposal to attract a new vendor for 2023. tennis mini golf course, bayfront boardwalk w/3 fishing/crabbing piers, a canal-front fishing & crabbing area, an 8acre wildlife sanctuary w/a 1/2-mile walking path & 5-acre open park. The HOA dues are just $360.00 a year! $379,900 800-745-5988montegobayrealty@aol.comRothstein•443-280-2530

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PRICE REDUCED $5K!

courts, 9-hole

As it still unknown whether the vendor that backed out of hosting two fireworks shows on July 4 this year will see repercussions, resort officials are starting to look into what may be on deck for nextCityyear.Manager Terry McGean said officials are in the process of developing request for proposals to bid out the fireworks show for next year. And while a report from the tourism department indicated that there may be some changes to this year’s bid options, McGean would not share details about what the documents may say until he speaks to council members.Healso did not comment on whether there are any ongoing discussions regarding this year’s show cancelation.However the development of the RFP indicates that the contract signed this year with Ohio-based American Fireworks Company to host fireworks shows on the Fourth of July and New Year’s Eve downtown and at Northside Park over the next three years is no longer in place. The city entered into the contract with American Fireworks Company over the winter. The company was the sole bidder for the proposal, which went out after a mishap in 2021 with the previous vendor, Pennsylvania-based Starfire Corporation. On June 20, less than two weeks before the Fourth of July, American Fireworks Company officials announced they could not do the shows, citing staffing issues. The back-out sent city officials scrambling to find an alternative and became the subject of closed door City Council discussions.The town was able to schedule some last-minute music acts and smaller fireworks displays before and after the holiday dowtown and at Northside Park this year, which they said ended up working out well, but the change forced the town to go back to the drawing board for this year’s festivities.

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By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer

AUGUST 26, 2022 Ocean City Today PAGE 51 OC to re-bid July 4 fireworks show (Aug. 26, 2022)

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Meticulously maintained 3BR/2BA home on a quiet deadend street. Upgrades, i.e., roof (2016), central air (2020), hot water heater (2021), guest bathroom remodel (2021), all light fixtures/ceiling fans (2021), floors and paint in guest bedrooms (2021), floors/paint in master bedroom (2022), master bathroom remodel (2022). Owners are also having all new windows installed prior to closing! Walking distance to beach, shopping, dining, bus line, and Ocean City's beautiful 58-Acre North Side Park. Community amenities include 2 in-ground swimming pools, 2 tennis courts, shuffleboard & pickle ball court, 9-hole mini-golf course, 8-acre wildlife sanctuary/park area w/blacktop walking/jogging trail, and bayfront boardwalk w/3 fishing/crabbing piers...all for a low HOA fee of $360.00/year! $389,900 168 SUNSHINE LANE 12905 Coastal Hwy • Ocean City, MD www.montegobayrealty.com

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Mary Bohlen, pictured in her office on Tuesday morning, a long-time employee of the Town of Berlin, has been promoted to town administrator. She had been serving as acting town administrator since the spring, following the April retirement of Jeff Fleetwood.

Lauren Bunting is an Associate Broker with Keller Williams Realty of Delmarva in Ocean City.

To help manage purchase costs, homebuyers can now eliminate up to $50,000 in student loan debt—up from $30,000. The program has also added an additional down payment and closing cost loan option for lower income borrowers.

“As interest rates increase and demand drives housing prices up, the State of Maryland is always looking for innovative ways to help make homeownership affordable,” said Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Kenneth C. Holt. “Launched more than five years ago, SmartBuy was the first government mortgage program in the nation to specifically address student loan debt, which is a significant barrier for many potential homeowners.”

(Aug. 26, 2022) Gov. Larry Hogan announced last week that the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has expanded the state’s landmark SmartBuy initiative to address rising housing market prices.

Long-time Berlin employee promoted to administrator (Aug. 26, 2022) Mary Bohlen, a long-time employee of the Town of Berlin, has been promoted to town administrator.Bohlen,who began working for the town in 1991, had been serving as acting town administrator since the spring, following the April retirement of Jeff Fleetwood. She was sworn into her new position during the Berlin Mayor and Town Council meeting on Monday.“Mary brings over 30 years of experience to the position, a wealth of knowledge about the Town of Berlin and how we operate administratively and across all departments,” Berlin Mayor Zack Tyndall said during the meeting.Atjust 25 years old, the Salisbury resident, whose late husband worked for the Berlin Police Department, started her career in Berlin in the front office of Town Hall, answering phones and ringing up utility customers, she said. Within a couple of years, she became Berlin’s grants administrator, where she found herself helping coordinate with Hollywood when the production of two major films — “Runaway Bride” and “Tuck

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SmartBuy borrowers with income at or below 50 percent of the average median income have a new option of receiving a 6 percent down payment and closing cost assistance loan.

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“As the country continues to deal with an inflation crisis, we are again taking steps to provide relief to Marylanders,” said Gov. Hogan. “Our SmartBuy initiative—the first of its kind in the country—has established a national model for removing persistent roadblocks to homeownership and financial security, and this expansion will allow us to help even moreThroughfamilies.”the SmartBuy 3.0 product, buyers purchasing an eligible home through the Maryland Mortgage Program can receive either 15 percent of their home purchase price or $50,000 in student debt payoff assistance—whichever is lower.

All SmartBuy borrowers continue to have the option of $6,000 or a 4 percent down payment and closing cost assistance loan. These enhancements to SmartBuy 3.0 are additional ways the Maryland Mortgage Program is making homeownership more affordable. To learn more and find out which product is right for you, visit mmp.maryland.gov and contact a participating lender.

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“I found this motion one of the most satisfying I’ve ever made,” said Councilman Dean Burrell of his vote to support Bohlen’s latest official appointment. “I just want to say welcome to a position that you have had for a while, and finally being recognized for your work for the Town of Berlin and its citizens is greatly appreciated. And on behalf of those citizens, we thank you.” Originally from the Saint Michael’s area, Bohlen has a 23-year-old daughter and has enjoyed her various roles working for the Town of Berlin.

Bohlen said if the mayor of Berlin can be considered like a CEO, the town administrator is like the COO, overseeing the town’s day-to-day operations. In her new official capacity as town administrator, she said she aims to continue the positive progress she’s seen over the years.

VisitorsARTX peruse artwork, jewelry and other wares at Northside Park on 125th Street in Ocean City last weekend during the annual ArtX festival.

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A few years after the town created a new deputy town administrator position, Bohlen went for it. She’s served in that role ever since, stepping in a handful of times to serve as acting town administrator.

Bohlen worked in Berlin for 30 yrs. before promotion

Everlasting” — came to town. During that time, she was named Berlin’s special projects administrator.

“[I want to] meet the needs of the citizens while keeping a realistic view of the world around us and what we need to do to keep Berlin thriving and vibrant, primary for residents and businesses, but also for visitors,” she said. “My door is always open. Please reach out to me. I’ve always been very accessible, I think, and plan to continue to do so.”

“I can remember when we got our first fax machine,” she said. “That gives you a little sense of how things were when I first started working here.”Not only has the technology come a long way in the last 30 years, but Berlin’s economic development has also boomed. While the town has been considered a popular tourist destination for decades, Bohlen said there are definitely more events and restaurants to attract people year ‘round — even when the weather is good enough to go to the beach instead.“It has really come into its own more as its own destination,” she said. “Even in poor economic times around us and throughout the whole country, Berlin has remained pretty steady on its feet.”

“Our incident command team has established standard protocol and workflow to support our community members as they present for care,” she said. “This training has commenced with both providers and frontline staff. A key part of this education includes community facing resources that can be provided to our patientPeoplepopulation.”whowant to more about monkeypox risk, prevention, identification, and treatment can visit htmlcdc.gov/poxvirus/monkeypox/index.

Vaccine numbers:

AUGUST 26, 2022 Ocean City Today PAGE 55 County preparing for first monkeypox cases Surrounding areas reported small number, virus will likely emerge in Worcester See ATLANTIC Page 56 By Mallory

Covid update Snyder also said this week that hospital officials are continuing to treat patients and vaccinate for covid. Vaccines for patients under 5 years old have been offered for several weeks, with pediatric clinics administering two shots total, and a primary care physician administering an undisclosed number.

(Aug. 26, 2022) Although no cases have been reported, Worcester County health officials believe it is only a matter of time before the monkeypox virus makes it way to the local area.“There are currently no confirmed cases of monkeypox in Worcester County,” Heather Snyder, the infection prevention manager at Atlantic General Hospital, said in an email this week. “The surrounding areas have all experienced a small volume of incidence. It is anticipated that we will see cases emerge in our direct area.”According to information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, monkeypox is a rash that typically shows up on near a person’s genitals, as well as places like their hands feet, chest, face and mouth. The rash initially looks like pimples or blisters and may be painful or itchy, and usually goes through several stages, including scabbing, beforeOtherhealing.symptoms include fever, chills, swollen lymph nodes, exhaustion, muscle aches and backache, headache, and respiratory symptoms like sore throat, nasal congestion or cough. The symptoms usually last several weeks. The disease is contagious from the time symptoms start to when the rash heals and can be spread through close, personal, skin-to-skin contact, according to the CDC. People who are diagnosed are advised to isolate until the symptoms are no longer contagious.Snyder said the risk of mortality of the disease is low, with treatment aimed at symptom management.

• The state’s positivity rate was reportedly at 11.18 percent with more Panuska

Snyder added that AGH has been training staff for monkeypox treatment for several weeks.

Boosters for adults and teens are alsoAdultsavailable.over the age of 50 and those who are immunocompromised are eligible for the second booster shot, and individuals over the age of 12 are still able to receive booster number one.

• As of Wednesday, a total 15,713 vaccines had been administered to county residents.

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• As of Thursday, Maryland providers administered more than 12.77 million covid-19 vaccines for a total of 95 percent of residents 18 and older with at least one dose. The percentage of residents 5 and older with at least one dose was 93.7 percent.

Snyder said AGH is hosting another clinic on Oct. 7 at the Barrett Medical Office Building.

• As of Thursday, Worcester County’s covid-19 positivity rate was 10.49 percent with a total of 9,993 cases reported since March 2020.

“The largest concern with monkeypox remains the transmissibility once exposed and the extended isolation and quarantine required,” she said.

Special Education Windy Phillips, the supervisor of special education services, presented a staffing plan for the department to the board of education on Aug. 16 that ensures each student with a disability gets the necessary resources to learn in the least restrictive environment.Theplan, which can be found attached to the board of education meeting agenda, includes public input and staffing patterns of service providers who specialize in special education and other related services. Also included in the plan is the number and type of service providers needed in the school district, how the plan will be used to monitor the assignment of personnel to ensure students are being provided with free appropriate public education, or FAPE, in the least restrictive environment, or LRE.The plan also goes over the number of vacancies in the district and how FAPE is included when vacancies occur.

Some of the roles that saw turnover included educational assistants, cafeteria staffing, custodians, social workers, and teachers.

Procurement

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Atlantic General reports two covid in-patients this week than 1.2 million confirmed covid cases counted since the start of the pandemic.•Atlantic General Hospital reported two covid in-patients this week between the ages of 80 and 85. One of the patients is vaccinated and neither are in the ICU or on ventilators.

*Info from Gov. Larry Hogan; the Maryland Department of Health; Atlantic General; Worcester County Health Department; and the CDC.* Continued from Page 55 www.oceancitytoday.com

Brian Cook, the grants manager for the school district, asked the board to waive the conventional bidding process because of grant requirements that place a stringent timeline on using the funds.

BOARD OF EDUCATION BRIEFS

Board Member Todd Ferrante moved to allow the competitive process to be waived, which was seconded by board members Nate Passwaters. The motion carried with a unanimous vote from the board.

Worcester Public Schools was awarded two Maryland Emergency Education Relief grants in June, and the money is intended to go toward the expansion of the district’s Distributed Antenna System to improve cellular coverage in school buildings and the immediate surrounding areas.

• Ocean Pines and Berlin reported 3,930 cases and Ocean City had 2,112 Thursday.•Worcester County has reported 167 covid deaths since March 2020.

(Aug. 26, 2022) The Worcester County Public Schools Board of Education met for its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Aug. 16 and discussed things such as staffing for the special education department to ensure students with disabilities get the best opportunity to learn, a waiver of the procurement process with regards to funds for improving a district-wide antenna system, and the hiring of several new staff members.

Staffing Board members accepted the resignations of nine employees while hiring 19 others and promoting one.

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Adult education programs

Another modification to the policy is that anyone who teaches family life or sex education must be health certified. In the past, the two courses were taught by physical education teachers, which according to Wallace, is different from being health certified.Board President Elena McComas questioned the details and wanted to know if parents could opt out at any time.But according to Wallace, the parents can only opt out if it’s for any of the reasons approved by the State. When it came to a vote, McComas and Board Member Nate Passwaters voted against the policy revisions. Still, the changes passed. The policy revisions can be found on the district’s website underhttps://www.worcesterk12.org/atthemeetingagenda.

Sex education A modification to the family life and sexual health education programs mandated by the state was approved by the board, though not unanimously.Wallaceintroduced the policy, and to be transparent said, the revisions were being mandated by the state and were not brought forward by board members because they thought it was a good idea to make a change.

P.E. for disabled students

In 2009, adult learning and the division of workforce development were transferred from the Maryland State Department of Education to the Department of Labor. Now, 13 years later, the district is updating its policy to reflect the change with regards to who manages theBoardprogram.members unanimously approved the revised policy.

A school policy that ensures all students with disabilities have an equal opportunity to participate in physical education programs and try out for athletic programs was modified slightly to address the term “adopted physical education programs.”According to the definition provided in the new policy, adopted physical education refers to the idea that the delivery of service is adopted while behaviors are adaptive. So, a physical education program can be adopted to meet the needs of a student with a disability through modifications and accom-

By Greg Wehner

Worcester Schools provides family life and sex education to students in grades 5-9 and is intended to represent all students regardless of ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression, according to theParentspolicy. may have their children opt out of family life and sex education, the policy states, though menstruation must be taught in an alternative setting.

Staff Writer

(Aug. 26, 2022) The Worcester County Board of Education met on Tuesday, Aug. 16 for a regular scheduled meeting, where they accepted several policy revisions.Dr.Annette Wallace, the chief safety and academic officer for the school district, told board members many of the policies were reformatted over the past two years and reviewed by department coordinators.The policies brought forward were just some of the revisions and more are expected to be submitted for review at a later date. Some of the policies approved pertained to adult education programs, physical education, and athletic programs for students with disabilities, and family life and sex education.

BOE split on sex education policy changes from state

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TheSTREETSCAPECOMMUNITY/SCHOOLSPROJECTTownofOceanCityheldaribbon-cuttingceremonytocelebrate the completion of the streetscape project on Somerset Street on Aug. 14.

FIRST PLACE Leo Kahl won first place in the juried “Artists Paint OC” plein air festival held by the Art League of Ocean City in the resort from Aug. 10-14.

PHOTO COURTESY TOMMY VACH

GUEST SPEAKER Harry Burkett of the Ocean Pines Branch of the Worcester County Library, was the guest speaker during the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean PinesOcean City’s Aug. 3 meeting. He is pictured with Kiwanis Club President Tim Lund.

LongtimeDEDICATIONTownofOcean City Tourism Director, Donna Abbott, who passed away on April 1, 2020, was recognized by the Ocean City Beautification Committee, Mayor Rick Meehan and others with a bench and garden dedicated in her honor on the bayside of the convention center on 40th Street last Monday.

PHOTO COURTESY BILL FUNKHOUSER

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THANK YOU Ocean City Surf Club President Tommy Vach and Vice President Rusty Ruszin recently presented Dunkin’ gift cards to three law enforcement agencies to thank them and show appreciation for keeping the community safe. Pictured, from left, are Ocean City Police Department PFC Jennifer Smithhart, Ruszin, Cpl. Doug Bird, Vach and PFC Cliff Goggins.

MarylandDONATIONFirstLady Yumi Hogan visited the Believe In Tomorrow Children’s House By The Sea on 66th Street in Ocean City on Aug. 18, to present a $20,000 check to the organization, and to meet families and volunteers. The donation came from the Foundation for the Preservation of Government House of Maryland Inc. Pictured, from left, are Believe in Tomorrow CEO Maryanne Davis, Hogan and Believe in Tomorrow founder Brian Morrison.

Rec and Parks to host Back to School Bash

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“Come out and meet some of the teachers and principals, and just have fun,” he Thosesaid.attending are asked to bring donations of backpacks and school supplies, which will be given to

Worcester County GOLD, a nonprofit organization that provides emergency financial assistance and basic needs items for Worcester County residents living with low income. Items may also be dropped off at the Ocean Pines Community Center on 235 Ocean Parkway, now until Aug.“Worcester27. County GOLD will be giving supplies to local schools, to help the kids who struggle to get those things at the beginning of every school year,” Jarmon said. “We realize this has been a difficult few years and many people are still struggling. Our goal is to make things a little easier for those parents and families.

“I feel like this is a great opportunity for everybody in the community to come out, have some fun, mingle and see all the kids, but also to help out,” he continued. “We provide a lot of different services and fun things for the community, but to see and know that what you give will be going to people who really need it is a good feeling. Wherever we can help people out and cut them a break is very muchForneeded.”moreinformation on the Back to School Bash, call the Ocean Pines Recreation Department at 410-6417052 or reation-parks.www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/recvisit

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Event will include games, waterslides, moon bounce;

backpacks, supplies sought

BOE to change several policies modations.Also,adopted physical education is not a setting, but instead is a service. It is the responsibility of the student’s Individualized Education Program, or IEP, team to determine the student’s needs, according to the policy.The board voted in favor of the slight modification. from

(Aug. 26, 2022) The Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department will host a Back to School Bash on Saturday, Aug. 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park on Cathell Road. The Back to School Bash will include games, waterslides, and moon bounces for children. Wristbands are $10.There will also be food and ice cream vendors and a deejay. The event is cash only and open to the public.Recreation Program Supervisor Kyle Jarmon said the event is a first for Ocean Pines. “We took some of the inspiration from different counties and different areas that are doing similar events, and we thought it would be nice to do something for the people here in Ocean Pines,” he said. Jarmon said the event is one of most complex he’s had to plan, bringing together community partners, a major sponsor, food vendors, and volunteers.“Thisevent will be sponsored by Amerigroup and we’re lucky to have good support from them,” he said. “it’s nice to have different partnerships coming together to help make this a big deal around here. It’s been eventful trying to put all these things together – there are a lot of moving parts – but it will all come together on Aug. Jarmon27.”said the Recreation Department is encouraging local teachers to attend, so they can meet new and returning students and make it a “pre-back-to-school” event.

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(Aug. 26, 2022) If you ask his wife and his doctors, they’ll tell you Dale Jerns’ survival is a miracle. But in conversation, the 57-yearold, who, with his brother, owns the Tequila Mockingbird Mexican restaurants in Ocean City and West Ocean City, modestly downplays that assessment.“No, no. I don’t feel like a miracle. What I like is, I have a story. If I ever got bit by a shark, I would have had a story. Now I have a story. It’s a crazy story, but I have a story,” he said with a laugh, nine months after suffering sudden cardiac arrest with defibrillation, then going 19 minutes without a pulse.He was at home in Fenwick Island with his wife, Renee, and their then15-year-old daughter Addison, in midNovember last year. The day before, Jerns and his wife had to tell Addison her mother had breast cancer and they wanted to relax in their hot tub as a family.Jerns bent to take off his shoes and mentioned he felt a little dizzy. His wife told him to sit down for a minute.

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Local restaurateur shares ‘miracle’ survival

“He was on a ventilator. I think Addison expected to see Dad be at least awake. When she touched him he felt cold.“I remember looking at one of the PA’s (physician’s assistants) in the room. They were telling me about the ventilator, the medications they had him on. He was sedated. He was paralyzed until they knew everything else was stable. I remember looking at the other people in the room and saying, ‘What is the prognosis?’ The PA dropped his head and shook his head ‘No.’ I don’t know if he meant, ‘No, I can’t tell you’ but to me it was like, ‘No. He’s not going to make this,’” his wife said.Her plan was to take her daughter home, then return to the hospital, but before she got back a nurse called and said, “You aren’t going to believe this.” Incredibly, while they were gone,

Tequila Mockingbird Co-owner Dale Jerns poses at a restaurant with his wife, Renee. Jerns went 19 minutes without a pulse after a heart attack last November and lived to tell about it.

PHOTO COURTESY DALE JERNS

“He sat on the step and he just collapsed on the pavement. I immediately told Addison to run in and get a cell phone and dial 911 while I started compressions, then she started the airway by doing mouth-to-mouth. We weren’t getting a pulse. In his case, there was a 1 percent chance that you make it into the ambulance and survive once you reach the hospital,” his wifeMothersaid. and daughter continued CPR for 10 minutes, with Mrs. Jerns repeatedly telling her husband he wasn’t going to leave them, until emergency personnel arrived and yelled to them not to stop until they took over.

“They had to use the defibrillator several times. The EMT’s said it was six times when usually they can only get four charges on a battery,” she said.She and her daughter, who, when her father fell, thought for a minute he was joking and would jump back up, laughing, because he often teased them, were prepared to hear Jerns was dead, and asked a state trooper who arrived if that was why he was there, to deliver the tragic news. But the officer said no, if that were the case medical personnel would tell her. Persevering, EMT’s continued CPR. They didn’t feel a pulse but after one of the shocks, Jerns moved his hand a little, and another time “popped up and bit the EMT on the hand,” his wife said. He was rushed to TidalHealth in Salisbury where doctors took a couple hours to stabilize him as his wife, daughter and other worried family members waited in a little room until a nurse said they could see him.

The odds of Dale Jerns surviving are so small that one of his doctors, incredulous that he lived, suggested he play the lottery.

recovery proved life-changing

Heart attack,

“We were both down at the same time. It was like, ‘Whew!’” Jerns said. “When something like this happens, it changes you. It absolutely does. For me, it’s family is No. 1, not work. And to make even the smallest memories together is most important,” Mrs. Jerns said. “I’m a faithful person but I don’t go to church. I don’t practice actively but I think this strengthened my belief there is something else in charge. Someone else in charge. God is in charge and when he’s ready for you — and he was not ready for my husband, mainly because we needUnlikehim.”many patients who are declared dead, Jerns didn’t see a light or tunnel or visions of heaven and said he doesn’t remember anything. Maybe an angel was on his shoulder. “Or the devil,” he quipped. “I’ll tell you, if I die that is how I want to die. No pain, nothing. I don’t even remember saying I felt dizzy. I remember being on the steps of the hot tub and waking up in the hospital. “I’m back to work. I do a lot of running around. I go to one restaurant for a couple hours, then to the other one. I get the payroll in and I get the paperwork in. My mind says I’m 30 but my body says I’m 90. “I lost a lot of weight and a lot of muscle. The doctor said it will take three years to get the muscle back fully. I’m walking a lot to get my energy level back up, but it gets better each week,” said Jerns, who is 6 feet, 2 inches tall and just over 200 pounds. The experience didn’t make him more spiritual. He’s always believed in God and has the philosophy that he would have died if he were meant to. He used to feel immortal, but now “everything kind of spooks me out, like if my heart rate goes up because, who knows?” he said. “My balance is a little off. My knees are weak when I’m going up steps but that has gotten better,” he said. “He said he feels like he has a new lease on life. He is back to wanting to date me and, of course, I’m letting him,” his wife said, laughing. “We go out to eat all the time. He’s sending flowers to work. He said he thought he was invincible and he would die of old age. I think this made him realize life is limited. He said, ‘I want to be the best husband and the best father I can be,’” his wife said, remembering meeting him and noticing his smile in 1996, when Jerns was a bartender at the Brass Balls Saloon and she was visiting Ocean City from Wilmington, with her mother and aunts.“He came over to introduce himself and we exchanged phone numbers. He was living in Ocean City and I was living in Wilmington. I was a teacher,” sheTherecalled.following summer they started dating.Almost losing her father has made Addison want to study medicine and become a cardiologist. “My father, he’s like a best friend. We do everything together. He’s invested in every sport that I play. He watches every game. He supports me no matter what. He’s a great dad,” Addison“Yeah,said.she wants to be a cardiologist. That’s great. My doctors said she can shadow them. She can learn from them. She’s excited,” her father said. “You know, I’d go through it all again if would help her and my wife.”

“But I already won the lottery,” Jerns said, victory in his voice. “This is the lottery. I’m here. I’m alive.”

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“It’s something pretty new,” his wife“Itsaid.makes me look like an alien,” Jerns joked. In January, Mrs. Jerns had a double mastectomy. Family members stayed with her at the hospital while Addison and other relatives kept a close eye on him.

Jerns opened his eyes and was trying to lift the mask on the ventilator so he could ask why he was there. When his wife returned, she relayed the entire story, bringing tears to the nurses’ eyes.As he recovered, Jerns had a few setbacks, including being unable to eat anything without vomiting for more than two months, caused by one of his medications.“Ithought I was going to have to go on a feeding tube,” he told Ocean City Today. Then, one evening he tentatively took a bite of a chicken pot pie a friend made, thinking he wouldn’t’ be able to eat it, but happily told his family, “I can taste it. I can eat it.” While still at TidalHealth, he was scheduled for triple bypass surgery. Addison hadn’t seen her father for quite a while because of pandemic restrictions, so Mrs. Jerns was able to get permission for her to visit before the“Shesurgery.went around that corner into his room and they both started sobbing and sat there in a hug for a full 15 minutes,” Mrs. Jerns said. After surgery, he was discharged, but at home had an episode. His wife said he tried to call her but could barely say her name. He managed to tell her his vision was blurred. An electrical problem was at fault, and he had a combination pacemaker and defibrillator implanted.

I turned 75 this week — that’s seventyfreaking-five — and try as I might to find something amusing about that it just isn’t happening.Ohsure, we all have heard the jokes about “having to get up in the middle of the night 45 times.” Not funny, (unless a laundry hamper, the dog, or someone’s hat is inadvertently involved). And we all know the smart remarks about memory lapses, which ... well ... I forget where I was going with that. Not funny.The thing is it all went by so quickly. It seems just like yesterday, for instance, that I was sitting quietly in Mrs. Ewell’s kindergarten class in Onancock, Virginia stuffing crayons up my nose in what can only be described as a colorful episode. No one laughed, of course, because a now-you-see-it, now-you-don’t crayon act at that age is not terribly unusual, although there was this one case that ... never mind. Besides this group of four- and five-yearolds was probably more fascinated by the daily highlight of Mrs. Ewell changing the sign next the bathroom door that said, “27 days without an accident.”

The following is a letter to the editor received too late for inclusion in that portion of the paper this week but relates a situation so outrageous that its immediate publication is warranted. It was submitted by John and Diane Jones of Ocean City. What’sEditor, happened to the boaters' creed ... leave no one stranded in the water?

The thing is, after all these years, I know three things and three things only: we’re not as smart as we think we are, take nothing for granted because you or your source of information might be wrong, and any day that you get through without causing a reset on Mrs. Ewell’s sign is a day worth celebrating.

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And getting sued for libel? Don’t even think of telling the judge, “I invoke Article 2, Part D of the Sticks and Stones Defense, your“Thathonor.”will be $45 million plus court costs, you moron.”

It’s gotten so bad that history teachers in Oklahoma have begun teaching kids about the “All-the-Way-Across-the-Country Railroad,” because they’re afraid they’ll get fired if they say “Transcontinental.”

We have been boating in the ... bay for over 20 years and would never dream of not helping someone in distress. We begged the Jetski operator to at least take a life jacket to him, which he did, and then he left. We were in shock and disbelief that he would just leave. There was another boat close by and we got their attention. Those good Samaritans pulled their anchor and rescued our son. He was in bad shape when he got to the boat but has made a full recovery. We were very lucky. My concern is are these Jetski operators trained and skilled to conduct emergency rescue scenarios? More importantly, since they are always out and about, they are often in the perfect position should something like this happen. I am still stunned that someone would say that they aren't allowed to rescue someone. I hope this article will reaffirm the necessity for all boaters to assist and rescue anyone that is struggling in the water. We have personally reached out to several outfitters and asked them to go over their emergency rescue procedures with all their staff. I hope they do!

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I used to think I had other things figured out too, such as the possibility of intelligent life as we know it elsewhere in the universe. The odds of that being the case seemed good to me until somewhere along the way I realized we’re pretty strapped for intelligent life right here. Here's what I mean. The other day, I saw a guy pull up to the gas pump in a $70,000 SUV. He was well dressed — as in goofy rich guy loafers, knee socks and shorts — and you have to figure that he didn’t come by this upscale car and outfit by being stupid. No, this is a smart guy. And then he lights up a cigarette while pumping gas. Me? I’m running in the other direction hoping I don’t set Mrs. Ewell’s sign back to zero. And this is intelligent life as we know it? I don’t think so.

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On Sunday, Aug.21, 2022, while boating off ... Assateague Island (bayside) our boat’s propeller detached from the boat. My son jumped in to try to locate it. He is a good swimmer but the tide kept pushing him further and further from the boat. He tried to swim back but became exhausted and said he couldn’t make it. We were helpless. We couldn’t rescue our son.We started screaming and waving our hands, yelling for “Help.” A nearby Jetski tour operator went over to my son but made no effort to rescue him from the water. The operator came back to our boat and said something you never thought any boater would say, “I can’t help him, I’m not allowed.”

That isn’t funny either, because I’m afraid it will regain its relevance sooner rather than later. I do have to say that I have learned quite a few things over these many years, the most important of which is that everything I thought I knew is now in doubt. One example would be the early rule that “Sticks and stones will break my bones but words will never hurt me.” This is not even remotely true.

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Jim Meckley and Eileen Leonhart Book Sale Co-Chairs ‘Artists Paint OC’ event well received Editor,Our 17th annual “Artists Paint OC” plein air festival Aug. 10-14 was a big success!Thank you to the 49 professional artists who spread out around the resort for five days and created 241 paintings of iconic local land-

In addition, this year we added a “Specials Room Book Store” that showcased and offered for sale rare, signed, vintage, first edition, small press, collectible, odd and special interestThisbooks.yearwas the 21st annual Book Sale and was put together by 105 volunteers and nearly 450 hours to make the sale Throughoutpossible.theyear, books, CDs, audio books and DVDs are donated by patrons and then sorted and made ready for sale. This year the Book Sale was attended by over 1,400 people and raised approximately $10,000.

TheSales.best of the plein air paintings will be on display and available for purchase at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th St. through September. The raffle for Crystal Moll’s painting continues until Oct. 1. Laura Jenkins Chair, Artists Paint OC Vice-President, Art League of Ocean City Rina Thaler Executive Director, Art League of Ocean City

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Annual book sale successful TheEditor,weekend of July 22-25 was one of the best yet Book Sale held at the Ocean Pines Library and run by The Friends of the Ocean Pines Library. Over Friday evening, Saturday and Monday, approximately 20,000 books, DVDs, Audio Books and CDs were offered for sale with all proceeds benefitting the Ocean Pines Library. The proceeds are used by the library to buy equipment, sponsor programs, offer classes and provide items not covered by the Worcester County Commissioners.

On behalf of the FOPL and the Ocean Pines Library, we would like to thank all the volunteers who made the sale possible and who assist with library activities during the year, the charitable folks who donate books throughout the year, the staff of the library who are so patient with our activities, and to all of you who came out to support the sale. Donations of clean, slightly used or new items are now being accepted. Hope to see you all next year. If you would like to volunteer for the 2023 sales, please contact the Ocean Pines Library and leave your name, address, phone number and email address.

The winners of Sunday’s special “Quick Paint” on the Boardwalk with awards presented by Joe Wilson of the Ocean City Development Corp. are: Jose Ramirez, first place; Jim Rehak, second place; Rajendra KC, third place; and Betty Huang, honorableAndmention.another big thank you to the art lovers and art collectors who came out to support the artists and purchase their work during the Wet Paint

scapes.Our gratitude goes out to our judge, Crystal Moll, who donated one of her original paintings for an Art League fundraising raffle. And to our sponsors of the event who provided $5,500 in cash prizes for the artists: Emily and Paul Schwab, Peter Glenville Foundation, Laura Jenkins, Todd Burbage/Blue Water Development, Mapleton Farm/Mechelle and Charles Nichols, Shore United Bank, Reese Cropper, Barbara Frankfort-Kollander Patrick, Maryland’s Coast, Ocean City Tourism, and the Ocean City Development Corp., as well in-kind sponsors — The Atlantic Hotel of Berlin, The Original Thrashers French Fries, and Heidi Johnson of J&M Meat Market of Berlin. We are proud to announce the prize-winning artists for “Artists Paint OC” 2022: Leo Kahl, first place; John Eiseman, second place; Dennis Young, third place; Ricky Sears and Nancy Fine, honorable mentions. Also, Jim Rehak, Best Use of Light; Jose Ramirez, Best Maritime; Bruno Baran, Best Nocturnal; and William Shulze, Spirit of OC Tourism.

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Volunteers sought to help at upcoming Worcester Co. Fair (Aug. 26, 2022) This year’s Worcester County Fair will be held Sept. 16-18, at Byrd Park in Snow Hill along the Pocomoke River. Volunteers are being sought to help with the craft table, front gate, parking, indoor tent setup and take down, as well as judges and superintendents of indoor exhibits. No prior experience is necessary. Volunteer service credit hours can be given to students who may need volunteer hours. Email worcofair@gmail.com or call 443-523-0497 and leave a message to volunteer.

Ocean Pines Players set to host open house this Sat.

(Aug. 26, 2022) The Ocean Pines Players will host an open house on Saturday, Aug. 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ocean Pines White Horse Park pavilion, adjacent to the farmers market vendor area. The purpose of the free event is to introduce residents and neighbors to the group and acquire new members. The event will feature refreshments, theater games, karaoke, costume dress-ups, photo opportunities, singing and Attendeesauditions.canalso become a member or donate.

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The Ocean Pines Players, a local all-volunteer 501(c)(3) charitable organization featuring plays and musicalTheentertainment.regularseason includes two musical entries:, “A Grand Night for Singing,” scheduled as dinner theater on Nov. 18 at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club, and “Love...or Not?” slated for Feb. 1012 at Most Blessed Sacrament School. The group will also offer two comedies: “Play On,” March 10-11,1718 at MBS, and “Sweet Delilah Swim Club,” May 12-13, 19-20 at in the Ocean Pines Assateague Room. Ticket sales and audition forms can be found on the

“This event is a great way to find out what we do while you try your hand at various theater skills,” said Frank Ocean Pines Players President Pasquilino. “We are building our membership base and we hope you will join us.”

book.com/oceanpinesplayers.splayers.orgOceantojoytheaterbystatementhttps://oceanpinesplayers.orgwebsite,OceanPinesPlayers’missionistoentertainandeducateofferingdiversityandinclusioninproductionandpromotetheandkinshipoftheperformingartseveryone.ForgeneralinformationaboutPinesPlayers,visitoceanpine-orfollowonlineatFace-

Bodyguards Ending Bullying tonight in WOC, on boards (Aug. 26, 2022) Professional bodyguards, including Ocean City’s Bubba Almony, will encourage about a dozen youngsters with a message of hope and resiliency at Bodyguards

Ending Bullying on Friday, Aug. 26. The event, the fourth Almony has planned, will be from 6:30-9:30 p.m., starting at the West Ocean City Park and Ride, where youth, 8 years old to those in their teen years, involved with the Forge Youth and Family Academy in Pittsville, will distribute sandwiches and snacks to homeless in that Almony,area.with Forge founders Tara Barrett and Robb Shrieves, will make the sandwiches and assemble snacks in advance.“Wewant the children to know they are blessed and when they are blessed to remain humble and to be good to others,” Almony said. At 7 p.m. bodyguards and the children will go to Third Street on the Boardwalk, where they will meet with police officers and uniformed military members who will walk with them south to the fishing pier. Also expected are mounted police and police on bike patrol and on foot. At the fishing pier, bodyguards and possible special guests will give words of encouragement to the children, stories about their lives, how they persevered in bullying or similar situations.“Wewant to send a strong, powerful community message that we bodyguards, personally and our entire community, want to eradicate bullying, abuse and all toxic behaviors,” he said. “Just about every child coming to this event has had an experience with bullying, abuse, neglect. They have overcome homelessness. They have families that, unfortu-

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Forum addresses abuse, more nately, suffer from substance abuse. These are children, so it’s even more important to get this message out, Alony“Whensaid.I talk to them – and I don’t really talk a lot about this and I never really opened up about it – but in my life growing up I was exposed to child abuse both physically and verbally,” he continued. “It was my mom’s boyfriends who were abusive and my dad. I experienced neglect with my father. I didn’t have a father growing up.”Almony said his dad was physically there. He was alive and he was around somewhere, but he was never in their home, he added. “He never came to visit. He never called,” he said. “In 10 years they could be like me, helping other kids. In life, you are going to get that adversity but you have to face it and you have to keep pushing and praying … I want to tell them to never give up and never lose hope. Be strong and courageous.”Theparticipating children will ride the Ferris wheel, pass out more meals to the less fortunate, then walk back to Third Street where they will stop for“Theysnacks.will get top-of-the-line celebrity protection, the same highprofile, high-risk people receive,” Almony said. “We want them to have peace of mind and know they are loved and protected. We have to show them there are people who truly care about them and their safety and their future.”Forge’s mission statement includes breaking the cycle of generational poverty and substance abuse and operating with Christian principals while welcoming everyone of everyVisitfaith.www.forgeyouth.org

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(Aug. 26, 2022) This week, 80 years ago, Germany’s vaunted “Desert Fox” threw the dice one last time.He knew that behind its barbed wire and minefields, the enemy, under its new commander Bernard Law Montgomery, was growing stronger every day. Production of a new six-pounder anti-tank gun had been increased and they were being distributed to Montgomery’s Eighth Army. This new weapon, unlike its predecessor, was effective against German tanks. From the factories of the United Kingdom, Montgomery’s Eighth Army received more than 7,800 vehicles and 368 tanks, and from Canada and the U.S. another 8,000 vehicles in July and August, with another 100,000 tons of supplies due at the end of August. In addition, the monstrous “Flying Fortresses” and “Liberators” were arriving, so that death and destruction were beginning to rain down on the Libyan ports, further compounding Panzerarmee Afrika’s logistical woes. Essentially, the Axis were trapped. Because of the R.A.F.’s control of the air, and the lack of vehicles and fuel for the Panzerarmee Afrika, the Axis could not retreat over the open desert back to Libya. The new German field marshal had no choice but to attack. In the meantime, Hungarian explorer, cartographer and spy, Count László Ede Almásy, who held the rank of captain in the Luftwaffe and was assigned to the Panzerarmee Afrika, had inserted two agents into Cairo — Johannes Eppler and his radio operator, Hans-Gerd Sandestede.Eppler had been raised in Egypt after his mother remarried an Egyptian businessman, and spoke Arabic fluently.After arriving in Cairo, Eppler rented a houseboat on the Nile next to the one occupied by belly dancer Hekmat Fahmy, whom he had befriended before the war. He and Fahmy then recruited other dancers and prostitutes for the operation. They also recruited members of the “Free Officers Movement” — an anti-British cadre of Egyptian army officers, one of whom was future Egyptian President Anwar ElSadat.They were easy to recruit because many of them viewed the Axis as liberators coming to free them from the BritishHowever,yoke. the operation was run more like a party, and was compromised and all caught, including Sadat.So, instead of providing information to the Axis about Allied movements, it did just the opposite, and helped lure Panzerarmee Afrika into an unwise attack at Alam El Halfa. The Hungarian count was recreated as a character in the novel, and Academy Award winning movie, “The English Patient,” and was portrayed by Ralph Fiennes, who received an Oscar nomination for the role. Field Marshal Rommel envisioned this battle as being similar to the Battle of Gazala, where he (literally!) led the Axis armor around the southern end of the Allied line and went on to defeat the Eighth Army. However, there were several differences this time: (1) the R.A.F., instead of the Luftwaffe, controlled the air; (2) the Allies now had an effective anti-tank gun; (3) the topography eliminated the possibility of an “end around” in the south; (4) Rommel’s Panzerarmee Afrika was at the end of a much longer supply line; (5) it was low on fuel — and most everything else; and (6) the enemy’s new commander, Montgomery, had increased the morale and overall fitness of the AlliedWithsoldiers.Panzerarmee Afrika’s infantry feinting in the north, Field Marshal Rommel, on the moonlit night of Aug. 30, 1942, sent the fol-

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ChroniclingII historic Battle of Alam El Hafa

By Peter Ayers Wimbrow III

Berlin Joyce Ellen Trader, age 66, died on Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022, at her home in Berlin.Born in Salisbury, raised in Princess Anne, she was the daughter of the late Barry Klempner and Patsy Records Sterling. She is survived by her daughter, Blair Trader Newell and her husband, William, of New Jersey; brother, Joseph Klempner and his wife, Barbara, of Salisbury; niece, Kaitlyn Nibblett of West Ocean City; and former husband and close friend, John Trader, of OceanAlsoCity.preceding her in death were her grandparents, Fred and Mabel Records; and sister, Karen Klempner Benner. A graduate of Washington High School, Class of 1974, she received her bachelor’s degree from Salisbury State College (Salisbury State University).For many years she worked in the Food and Beverage Industry. Ellen, a creative and artistic person, loved helping people and cherished her many friendships. Loyal and full of life, she was always able to see the silver lining. A loving mother, she cherished her family most of all. Her smile and laugh will be forever missed.ACelebration of Life will be held on Friday, Aug. 26 from 3-5 p.m. at Merry Sherwood Plantation, 8909 Worcester Highway, Berlin, Maryland 21811. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Worcester County Humane Society, P.O. Box 48, Berlin, Maryland 21811. The family asks that you bring a favorite photo, if you have any, to share at the Lettersgathering.ofcondolence may be sent via BurbageArrangementswww.burbagefuneralhome.com.areinthecareoftheFuneralHomeinBerlin.

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lowing three corps through the enemy minefields to the south: Walther Nehring’s Deutsche Afrika Korps; Benvenuto Gioda’s X Infantry; and Giuseppe de Stefanis’ XX MotorizedTheCorps.DAK consisted of the following divisions: 15th and 21st Panzer and 90th Light Afrika, commanded by Gustav von Värst, Georg von Bismarck and Ulrich Kleemann. The X Corps contained the Pavia, Brescia and Folgore Divisions, commanded by Nazzareno Scattaglia, Giovanni Battista Oxilia, and Enrico Fratinni, while the XX Motorized Corps contained the Ariete and Littorio Armored, and Trieste Motorized, Divisions commanded by Francisco Arena, Gervasio Bitossi and Francesco La Ferla. The three corps were equipped with 200 German and 240 obsolete Italian tanks. They would be facing 500 British and American tanks. With the information gleaned from the counter-espionage operation in Cairo from “The English Patient” cast, and from the “Ultra” code breakers in London, Gen. Montgomery knew Field Marshal Rommel’s plans. As the Axis’ armor went on the attack, on the evening of Aug. 30, the Royal Air Force rose to theDuringoccasion.the bombing, DAK’s commander, Gen. Nehring, was wounded and replaced, briefly, by Fritz Bayerlein. The next day, Gen. von Bismarck was killed by a mine, and replaced by Col. Karl-Hans Lungershausen. Later that day, Gen. von Värst assumed temporary command of the DAK and Heinz von Randow temporarily took command of 15th Panzer.The German field marshal had planned for the armor to be through the minefields and around the southern end of the Allied position and ready to attack north by 6 a.m. on Aug.However,31. the RAF’s bombing and Allied resistance delayed the northbound part of the offensive until 1 p.m.Even then, it did not go where originally planned. Rather, it turned into the prepared Allied positions at Alam el Halfa, held by 2nd New Zealand, 10th Armoured and 44th Infantry, Divisions, commanded by Sir Bernard Freyburg, Alexander H. Gatehouse and I. Thomas P. Hughes, which were equipped with the new six-pounder anti-tank guns and new American Grant tanks. As night began to fall, with losses mounting and the Axis attack making little progress, Gen. von Värst ordered the DAK pulled back. Meanwhile, the RAF continued to pound the Axis supply lines. The attack was briefly renewed at dawn on Sept. 1. Continually harassed by the RAF, the “Desert Fox” knew it was time to quit. On Sept. 3, as the Axis were withdrawing back to their start line, the Allies launched a poorly coordinated counterattack, which came to naught.Casualties were 2,930 for the Axis and 1,750 for the Allies, with the Allies losing a few more tanks than the Axis.Now, there was nothing for Rommel’s Panzerarmee Afrika to do, but wait for the Eighth Army’s attack. Field Marshal Rommel learned of the effect of overwhelming Allied air power, which would color his thinking in defending Normandy. Gen. Montgomery had already learned his lesson from his predecessors not to start chasing Rommel’s Panzerarmee Afrika hundreds of miles to the west when his army was not prepared for such an effort, only to have the enemy turn and sting him.He was also in the midst of reorganizing and reequipping Eighth Army so that it could, once and for all, defeat the enemy, which reorganization and reequipment could not be accomplished on the fly. Next week: The Capture of NovorossiyskMr.Wimbrow writes from Ocean City, Maryland, where he practices law representing those persons accused of criminal and traffic offenses, and those persons who have suffered a personal injury through no fault of their own. He can be contacted at wimbrowlaw@beachin.net.

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(Top) The Max Bet crew released two white and two blue marlin during the 28th annual Capt. Steve Harman Poor Girls Open last weekend to take first place in the division. The group won $127,760. (Bottom) The top junior angler of the tournament was Summer Knupp. She released two white marlin while fishing on Pumpin’ Hard. She was presented $1,500.

Nearly 800 female anglers take part in Poor Girls Open (Aug. 26, 2022) The 28th annual Capt. Steve Harman Poor Girls Open drew 797 lady anglers fishing on 161 boats, last Thursday through Saturday, with prize money distributed to the winners totaling $243,265.

In addition, a check for $100,000 was presented to the American Cancer“ThisSociety.was another great year for the Poor Girls Open. The anglers, their supporters and members of the community had a terrific time,” said Mary Bellis, senior community development manager, Northeast Region, for the American Cancer Society Inc.

Other Pink Ribbon Classic events this year are:

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“We appreciate the continuing support of the Harman family and members of the Poor Girls Open committee, Fish Tales and Bahia Marina. Their 2022 donation will bring the total of Poor Girls Open donations to over $1.8 million.

The Max Bet crew released two white and two blue marlin to take first place in the division. The group wonThe$127,760.BuckShot team finished in second place with one white and two blue marlin releases. The ladies were awarded $26,976. The C-Boys crew released two white marlin and one blue and received $17,984. The Boss Hogg team was presented $12,300 for Jackie Pickering’s 72.4-pound tuna. Billfisher angler Lindsey Harrington hooked a 69.3-pound tuna to finish in second place. The crew received $6,480.LisaPoore reeled in a 66.9-pound tuna while fishing on Christine Marie. She and her teammates were awarded $4,320. Fish On! Angler Melinda Spedden’s 22.9-pound dolphin took first place in the division and was worth $12,232.50.

The Reel Chaos team won $4,293 for Jessica Matarese’s 16.9-pound dolphin.KnotWright angler Megan Phillips reeled in a 56.9-pound wahoo, good for first place and $11,490. Brooke McGinnis’ 47.8-pound wahoo caught aboard Salty Sons was worthAlexa$5,994.Mikk came in third place for the 45.9-pound wahoo she hooked aboard Mikk’s in it Up. The team was awarded $3,996. The top junior angler was Summer Knupp. She released two white marlin while fishing on Pumpin’ Hard. She was presented $1,500. Cora Gerber reeled in an 8.5pound dolphin aboard Bet Sea. She received $1,500. Many women, including cancer survivors, make it a tradition to fish annually. Women enjoy fishing in the tournament because it benefits a worthy cause — breast cancer research. Tournament proceeds are donated to the American Cancer Society and earmarked for breast cancer research and program development as part of the “Pink Ribbon Classic at the Beach Series” – an assortment of local activities to raise breast cancer awareness while garnering money for the organization.Thefunds raised will support the American Cancer Society’s breast cancer initiatives, which includes programs and services for breast cancer patients and survivors, information on prevention, screening, treatment and research.

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“This tournament provides fun and excitement in addition to support for the breast cancer initiatives of the American Cancer Society,” Bellis continued. “These include support for patients and caregivers, information on prevention, detection and treatment of cancer and funds for research.”Thirty-seven of the tournament boats went offshore last Thursday. Eighty-nine fished on Friday and 35 headed offshore on Saturday.

Jessica Mistr caught a 22.5-pound dolphin aboard Grande Pez. The team took home $6,439.50.

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• Pickleball Round Robin, Friday, Oct. 7, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Ocean Pines Pickleball Club. Cost is $35. For more information, contact Chris Shook at 443-614-1504 or email cshook09@yahoo.com.•MahJongg Tournament, Wednesday, Oct. 12, at Golden Sands Resort in Ocean City, beginning at 9 a.m. Cost is $40. For more information, contact Bellis at petewomenPoorevent,namedmillion.mentHarmantheOceanatfle03094ents.org/site/STR?pg=entry&fr_id=1formation,Ocean7:30Cancermary.bellis@cancer.org.410-726-1893,•MakingStridesAgainstBreastrun/walk,Saturday,Oct.22,a.m.check-in,9a.m.startonCityBoardwalk.Formorein-visithttps://secure.acsev-•PamperYourselfforCharityRaf-throughoutthemonthofOctoberAPerfectFaceDaySpainWestCity.Since2005,thetotaldonatedtoAmericanCancerSocietybythefamilythroughthetourna-andothereventsisover$1.8In2004,thetournamentwasre-tohonorthefounderofthethelateCapt.SteveHarman.Heandhiswife,Pam,startedtheGirlsOpenin1994toprovidewithanopportunitytocom-forprizesandmoneyinaladies-

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The 28th annual Capt. Steve Harman Poor Girls Open drew 797 lady anglers fishing on 161 boats, last Thursday through Saturday, with prize money distributed to the winners totaling $243,265. In addition, a check for $100,000 was presented to the American Cancer Society. Since 2005, the total donated to the American Cancer Society by the Harman family through the tournament and other events is over $1.8 million.

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ACS $100KpresentedfromPGO only tournament, and to raise money for local charities. Harman died in February 2004, so organizers thought it was appropriate the tournament be renamed in his memory. For more information about the Poor Girls Open, call Bahia Marina at 410-289-7438.Tolearnmore about the American Cancer Society, visit www.cancer.org or call 1-800-227-2345. Cancer Survivors Network available at www.cancer.org, a 24-hour-a-day cancer information center; and 1-800-2272345 for patients to access ACS services.

(Aug. 26, 2022) The Ocean City Marlin Club’s 64th annual Labor Day White Marlin Tournament will take place next weekend. Final registration for the tournament, the resort’s longest-running fishing competition, will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 1, at the Ocean City Marlin Club on Golf Course Road in West Ocean City. Teams can also register in advance by calling the Marlin Club at 410-2131613.Seventy-five percent of the entry fee will be returned in guaranteed prizeThemoney.tournament is open to both Marlin Club boat members and nonmembers. The cost to participate is $500 per Anglersboat.are eligible to fish two of three days: Friday, Sept. 2, Saturday, Sept. 3 and/or Sunday, Sept. 4. Participants can leave from either the Indian River inlet or Ocean City inlet.One hundred points will be awarded for each released white marlin, sailfish and spearfish. Anglers will earn 150 points for blue marlin released.Added entry-level calcuttas, or wagering pools, which range in cost from $200 to $500, for billfish release are available. In addition, anglers can sign up for the daily billfish release division, which costs $500 to enter. Winner takes all. A billfish release calcutta for boats 34 feet and smaller is also available. It costs $500 to enter and is winner takes all. There is also a Heaviest White Marlin division. The minimum size to be eligible to weigh a billfish is 70 inches. Limit of one boated billfish per boat per day. There are three added entry-level calcuttas in the division - $200, $300 and $500. A Master Angler Award, named in honor of William O. Fenwick, former OCMC board member and Labor Day tournament co-chair for over a decade, will be presented to the person who self-hooks and releases the mostTherebillfish.arealso divisions for heaviest meatfish (tuna and dolphin) brought to the scale. The anglers who boat the three heaviest tuna (yellowfin, big eye or longfin) and dolphin will win prize money. Added entry-level calcuttas for meatfish cost $200, $300 and $500.The minimum qualifying weight for tuna is 30 pounds and 10 pounds forDailydolphin.catches will be weighed at Sunset Marina in West Ocean City from 6-8 p.m. Last year, 21 boats were entered into the tournament. A total of $7,875 in guaranteed prize money and $33,030 in calcutta money was distributed among the winners. For more information, call the Marlin Club at 410-213-1613 or visit www.ocmarlinclub.com.

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Busy day three of MidAtlantic; one fishing day left (Aug. 26, 2022) The offshore weather changed dramatically on day three of the 31st annual MidAtlantic with light, variable winds and calm seas providing a change from the past 36 hours. A total of 143 boats headed offshore on Wednesday, including 95 from Ocean City and 48 from Cape May. The tuna bite continued but more importantly, the billfish bite improved compared to the past week and the first qualifying white marlin of the tournament was also weighed and several boats had multiple white marlin releases as well.Capt. Kyle Peet at the wheel New Castle, Delaware-based No Quarter got the evening’s weigh-in off to an early start as minutes after the scales opened he was in position in Ocean City to weigh a blue marlin for angler Michael Peet. After stretching the measuring tape out to 116¼ feet, the marlin tipped the scales at 539 pounds to move into the lead in the However,category.NoQuarter’s time at the top of the leaderboard would be short lived as the next boat in line, Christopher Kinsley’s Seven Valleys, Pennsylvaniabased Kilo Charlie, also had a sizeable blue marlin to weigh for angler Andrew Kinsley.After measuring the length at 119 7/8 feet, the blue marlin pulled the scale down to 607 pounds to jump in to the lead and push No Quarter in to second place.Langhorne, Pennsylvania’s Michael Pintozzi aboard his Random Chaos now sits in third place with his 490 pounder. The white marlin bite improved dramatically and in addition to a significant number of that species being released by the tournament fleet, the first qualifying fish in the category were weighed as well. Capt. Stetson Turney pulled Michael Jordan’s Jupiter, Florida-based Catch 23 to the scale in Ocean City and weighed a 73 pounder for angler Patrick Field to take the Capt.lead.Austin Robbins put Matthew Weber’s Max Bet from Vero Beach, Florida in second place after weighing a 65 pounder for angler Anthony Weber. Third place remains vacant as of ThursdayThemorning.RightPlace of Summit, New Jersey’s Bob Hugin continues to hold the top two places in the tuna category with big eyes of 193 and 152 pounds. Random Chaos remains in third place after three days of fishing with their 80-pound yellowfin tuna. Michael Murray of Brick, New Jersey aboard his Caitlin remains in control of first and second place in the wahoo category with 43 and 28 pounders. Third place now belongs to Elberta, Alabama’s Chris Hood aboard his It Just Takes Time after he weighed a 23 pounder on Wednesday. The dolphin category filled

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(Aug. 26, 2022) So, what is surfing? Is it an art? Is it sport? Maybe it’s more like a combination of the two.

Continued from Page 69 SURF REPORT By Dave Dalkiewicz Contributing Writer ‘What is surfing’ question pondered

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— Dave Dalkiewicz is the owner of Ocean Atlantic Surf Shop in Ocean City.

Some of the boats with significant billfish releases on day three include John Gudelsky’s Reel Joy with two blue marlin and one white marlin, and Rusty Carter’s Stream Weaver with two white marlin and one blue marlin.

In truth, only about 2 percent of the surfing population competes on any level. No doubt it’s a fun worthwhile activity, but still more of a fringe one, especially compared to mainstream sport.

MidAtlantic event wraps up with last fishing day today

I’d say it’s part sport and part art. To some, it can be a spiritual experience.Undoubtedly, it’s good exercise and refreshing for the mind and body. It can also be frustrating due to a steep learning curve for beginners and the fact that conditions are alwaysForchanging.themore experienced surfer an edge can be lost if one is not spending enough time in the water.

The WSL features a highest level world circuit of events known as the World Contest Tour (WCT) and the World Qualifying Series (WQS).

Wednesday as Capt. Spencer Bradley put Randolph, New Jersey’s Billy Wrede aboard his Lovin’ Life in the lead with a 39 Secondpounder.and third place belong to Wilmington, Delaware’s William Doherty aboard his Undertaker with Capt. Corey Kennington at the wheel after weighing 24 and 21 pounders.

At the highest level of sport there are leagues and associations. Examples are the National Football League, Major League Baseball and the National Basketball Association. Much of this has mainly to do with business and large sums of money, big stadiums and arenas, ticket and parking prices that could feed a family for many weeks. Minor leagues are also in concert with these highest level teams. They provide a jumping board and training ground for those players who aspire to display their talents and try to reach for the highest levels in their sport. Surfing too has entered this foray.

When legitimate competition events got started many surfers felt that surfing should not be put on a competitive basis. They thought that surfing was more of an artistic expression as opposed to an activity that could be judged and scored. In the realm of mainstream sports there is always competition. In a fashion, more or less, that is how the game is played.Baseball, football, basketball, hockey, soccer are all more mainstream.When a game is held or played it can also be construed as a contest. The score will be kept. There will be a winner and a loser. If surfing can be thought of as having two philosophies, competitive and non-competitive, then the mainstream sports will most probably have only one, and that will be the contest, completely competitive through and through, with no other cause or consideration.Surfing is at the other end of the spectrum from mainstream sports. It’s singular, individualistic, not a team sport as are the mainstream variety.One of the major aspects is that surfing is done in the water. This goes a long way in determining surfing’s uniqueness.I’veparticipated in and played a lot of different sports; both team and individually oriented, but have found a large degree of uniqueness in surfing.

In 1976, a world circuit was developed and various contests were held around the globe. It started as the International Professional Surfing (IPS), morphed into the Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP), and today is known as the World Surfing League (WSL).

Bill Hoagland’s Lights Out and Victor Roof’s Miss Maxine each released a white marlin and a blue marlin. Howard Berger’s Boss Hogg, Rocky Hardison’s Wolverine, Brian Dwyer’s Slabjack and Stephen Phillips Shearwater each released a blue marlin.

These leagues and associations serve purpose for the qualities of sport in general and also provide entertainment value for the public. Sport can teach many life lessons, helping younger people find their way, usually to the point of knowing that only a very small percentage of the population can reach the point of talent and ability to perform at these highestHopefullylevels.this brings us back to the original question of “what is surfing?”

John Dougherty’s Outrage released six white marlin while Pat Healey’s Viking 80 released five white marlin. Matthew Weber’s Max Bet, Keely Megarity’s C-Student and Kenneth Johnson’s Espadon each released four whiteMikemarlin.Penza’s Oil Slick and Robert Boyce’s Lucky 7 each released three whiteVisitmarlin.www.themidatlantic.com for more information and a complete rundown of calcutta payouts, rules, points, and an event schedule. There is also a nightly weigh-in sessions from Cape May and Ocean City from 5-9 p.m. The final day of fishing is Friday. Teams on 178 boats are competing for more than $5.2 million in prize money. Follow the tournament on social media: Facebook at The MidAtlantic Tournament; on Twitter @midatl and on Instagram @themidatlantictournament.

The WQS will have regional events and will serve as, once again, a jumping board for the WCT and as a venue for those surfers trying to test their skills.

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