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The latest campaign finance reports for county commissioner and state’s attorney candidates show some have vastly outspent their opponents. In the race between Mike Hewitt, Republican, and Bob Schaller, Democrat, both men have raised significant amounts of money but the former spent twice as much money in the past several months. For the reporting period from August to Oct. 24 Hewitt spent $9,325.98 but Schaller spent $18,045 according to the latest filings with the Maryland State Board of Elections. However Schaller has a final balance of $3,721.90 and Hewitt still has $18,308.14 in his war chest. Both had significant contributions with Schaller bringing in $12,225.89 and Hewitt garnering $8,540. Commissioner President Francis Jack Russell also far outspent his opponent Randy Guy, a Republican, with his $18,596.59 compared to Guy’s $157 over the past several months.

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Russell retains a balance of $5,227.34 while Guy has $1,315 in his account. Opponents Merl Evans, a Democrat, and Republican Tom Jarboe were much closer in expenditures as the campaign wraps up with Evans spending $4,859.13 to Jarboe’s $3,123.49 Evans retained $1,440.06 in his account while Jarboe still has $1,310.11. John O’Connor reported spending no money from August to October; his opponent Joe St. Clair’s campaign finance report was unavailable when The County Times tried to access it on-line. In the state’s attorney’s race incumbent Richard Fritz has spent $7,330.72 in the months leading up to the end of the campaign while Mattingly has spent much more with $22,146.65. Fritz, however, retained a cash balance of $5,911.99 while Mattingly’s balance was depleted to just $485.83. In the last several months Fritz received $10,890 in contributions to Mattingly’s $5,725. guyleonard@countytimes.net

Matt Morgan, candidate for the Dist. 29 A delegate seat, has said he has not decided whether he will keep his position as a key information technology specialist at the College of Southern Maryland if he wins the election but college president Brad Gottfried says it is a serious question that must be addressed. Gottfried said that Morgan is still employed full time at the Prince Frederick campus but is currently not being paid due his having used up accrued leave. “There have been questions internally about how he can do this, keep his job and still perform the duties of a state delegate,” Gottfried told The County Times. State law does not prohibit employees of colleges or universities from running for public office, nor does it prohibit them from keeping their job if elected but the ethical requirements are stringent, Gottfried said. Gottfried said Morgan is one of just two people at the Prince Frederick campus who do a specific job. “It will be difficult for him to complete his duties at the college if he is elected,” Gottfried said. “He needs to do the job or we will have to talk about it.” If Morgan were elected delegate, Gott-

fried said, the college would not expect any favors from him, even though he would be in a position to have influence over their funding nor would the college provide any favors to him. “We follow state ethics rules, we’re bound by those rules,” Gottfried said. “There are no sweet heart deals.” Gottfried said Morgan had told a supervisor of his that if the college were in need of a new position for a regional information technology director at the coming Hughesville campus that the college might even install him in that position. Morgan made similar comments when he came in for a candidate interview at The County Times in Hollywood. Gottfried said there was no intimation that Morgan should be given the position if he were elected as the new delegate, adding that no position would be filled without a search first. There was also no such position envisioned in the future, Gottfried said. “I do know he mentioned something like this… that is utterly ridiculous that that would happen,” Gottfried said. “We’re not going to create a position.” Morgan did not return phone calls for comment as of press time. guyleonard@countytimes.net

RE-ELECT JACK RUSSELL

St. Mary’s County Commissioner President SOLID LEADERSHIP Endorsed by: The Education Association of St. Mary’s County The Baynet * The Enterprise * The County Times * St. Mary’s County Voters “Fantastic STEM and rural supporter.”

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“Jack Russell brought the leadership and vision we needed to county government. We can’t afford to lose him now.” – Bo Bailey, Coltons Point “Jack’s experience as Chairman over the past two boards make him the perfect choice to lead this new board that will have three newly elected officials.” – Phil Riehl, Leonardtown “Jack Russell works hard, listens to others and gets things done. His proven leadership has served St. Mary’s well. Once again, I’m voting for Jack Russell.” – Robbie Loker, Leonardtown “Jack doesn’t just talk the talk, he volunteers every Sunday morning every winter to drive the homeless van for WARMTH. He walks the walk.” –Lanny Lancaster, Leonardtown

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“Jack Russell is a role model of leadership because he is thoughtful, inclusive and actively seeks the voice of the community.” – Joan Gelrud, Lexington Park “Jack truly cares about people. When he says, ‘Put Community First’, he demonstrates this by his actions. He’s always willing to be where the people are when they need him. Bringing consensus to make government work effectively has been the hallmark of his presidency, and I believe he will continue to work for equity for all citizens.” – Janice Walthour, Lexington Park “Jack has founded a seafood business, a skipjack corporation, and a non-profit educational field lab, all successful as a result of his hard work and ability to motivate others. Capt. Jack has been a friend of mine for over 35 years and I have always trusted his integrity and judgment.” – Tom Daugherty, Lexington Park By authority: Friends of Jack Russell, Diana H. Little, Treasurer

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National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) Senator Roy Dyson was the only incumbent Senator and the only Senate candidate from Southern Maryland to win their endorsement Maryland Farm Bureau NRA Teacher’s Association of Calvert and St. Mary’s Counties Maryland Association of Realtors • AFSCME Maryland State MD-DC AFL-CIO Maryland Retailers Association Maryland Right to Life United Food & Commercial Workers Maryland Horse Council • DirecTV The County Times The Enterprise The Calvert Recorder The Baynet

A time when working together was the norm By Authority: Linda Vallandingham, Treasurer

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STENY HOYER

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GETTING THE JOB DONE FOR ST. MARY’S COUNTY Standing Up for Veterans

Fighting For Pax River

■■ Helped secure a $220,000 federal

■■ Saved 9,000 jobs and helped add

grant from the Department of Veterans Affairs Supportive Services for the Veteran Families Program to assist nearly 200 Maryland veterans and their families in St. Mary’s

5,000 more at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station, and saved 1,600 jobs by helping with the reversal of a closure recommendation at St. Inigoes

■■ Secured funding for a new

■■ Working to ensure proposed wind

satellite office of the Charlotte Hall Community-Based Outpatient Clinic in Lexington Park

turbine project will not undermine Pax River’s national security mission

■■ Supported military construction

projects at Pax River that provided needed facilities to conduct critical national security work

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Growing the Economy in St. Mary’s

Standing Up For Middle-Class Marylanders

■■ Helped St. Mary’s County secure

■■ Helped pass the Lilly Ledbetter Fair

a $49,000 grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration to put together an economic development strategy

■■ Advocated for the University System

of Maryland’s bid for selection as one of six unmanned aircraft test sites

■■ Helped secure $1.9 million in federal

funding from the Office of Economic Adjustment to develop a strategy that leverages work done at Southern Maryland military installations to help grow the private sector in the region

Pay Act so that women can effectively challenge unequal pay

■■ Cosponsored the Paycheck Fairness

Act, which would make it more difficult for employers to pay women less than men for the same work, and offers stronger protections and legal remedies for employees seeking equal compensation

■■ Fighting to increase the federal

minimum wage to $10.10 per hour

■■ Worked to increase the maximum

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20-Year Military Veteran A Proven Leader You Can Trust A Public Servant, not a Career Politician I Will Fight To:

Cut Maryland's Outrageous Taxes Restore Individual Freedoms Defend Southern Maryland's Values Rated "A" by the National Rifle Association Endorsed by: National Federation of independent Businesses Maryland Business Leadership PAC Maryland Right to Life

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New Laws Would Focus On Property Standards, Tax Collection By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Newly proposed legislation from the county that would have to be approved in the state legislature would allow the county to come up with ways to allow property owners who wanted to demolish dilapidated buildings to pay the county back for the razing, while another would give the county more power to collect scofflaw accommodations taxes from hotels and motels. Under current county law there is no way to impose personal liability on business owners who fail to file a tax return or pay a tax owed to the county; the new law would provide for the imposition of personal liability, while a second section of the law would require proof of payment for taxes, according to the proposal. County Attorney George Sparling said the law was specifically aimed at hotels and motels that have either not paid the tax or gone out of business owing revenue to the county. A total of five proposed laws from the

Office of the County Attorney will be up for perusal by both the Board of County Commissioners and the St. Mary’s County delegation to Annapolis Nov. 14. One proposal would exempt property owned by homeowners associations from taxation, while another would consolidate into one provision a penalty for violating a county ordinance, explained Sparling. Currently there are six county provisions providing for penalties related to roads, bridges, sediment control, regulations for housing subdivisions and the zoning ordinance. Sparling explained these can create confusion and consolidation would simplify the process. Another proposed law would give the county greater authority in dealing dogs running loose by allowing law makers to adopt more comprehensive rules; the current rules are outdated, Sparling said, and the request comes at the behest of citizens who have complained about dangerous dogs. guyleonard@countytimes.net

YOUR LEADERSHIP TEAM AT WORK

Republican Candidate for Governor Larry Hogan and his Lt. Governor Boyd Rutherford endorse State’s Attorney Richard Fritz and Sheriff Timothy Cameron as they continue to serve as YOUR proven law enforcement team to keep St. Mary’s County safe.

Re-Elect Richard Fritz State’s Attorney on November 4

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Local News NRC Boosts Oversight at Calvert Cliffs

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer After installing radiation monitors that were calibrated to give faulty readings that would have led to an unwarranted emergency at the Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant, Exelon Corporation must now submit to increased oversight of their second reactor by Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) staff. The radiation monitors were installed back in October of last year and the fault went unnoticed for almost half the year. “Nuclear power plant operators are always expeted to err on the side of caution. But this is a case where an emergency declaration could have been made prematurely, triggering unnecessary responses,” said acting NRC Region One Administrator David Lew. “While Exelon, to its credit, identified and fixed the incorrect thresholds, it nevertheless allowed their introduction and they remained in place for about five months.” A false emergency could have triggered a

number of events, NRC staff said, from a full evacuation of the facility and nearby areas to an order to shelter in place; the sensors were set so that they would have given a false radiation reading 100 times the actual amount. The NRC classifies the problem with the radiation monitors on the mainline steam pipes to the reactor as a “white” finding, which means it is of low to moderate significance. Calvert Cliffs has come under increased scrutiny this year after the number of unplanned shutdowns gave them cause for concern. NRC staff said back in July that unplanned shutdown statistics for the first three months of the year showed that Unit one had just .9 unplanned events but Unit 2 had a total of 2.5 events in a 7,000 hour operating period. If a reactor has more than three in that time period that triggers oversight by the federal government, NRC said. guyleonard@countytimes.net

Bob’s 3 Commissioner Priorities: 1. Fair Education Funding 2. Job & Business Creation 3. Community Preservation

JOHN BOHANAN

When Governor o'malley tried to threaten Pax river's mission with wind mills on the Eastern shore, John Bohanan stood up to him, passing legislation to block construction. When Governor O'Malley tried to take funding from the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center, John Bohanan fought to get our fair share for St. Mary's County. To begin diversifying our local economy, John Bohanan brought the University of Maryland here.

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The County Times endorsement states:times “There is no race that better secures the thefurther County of St. Mary’s County... than electing John Bohanan... Unfortunately, her [Deb Rey] strong w County Times endorsement states: by Republican Bob Ehrlich, w repeal large amounts ofThe legislation, even legislation adopted "There is no race that better secures the future of cast her as a conservative radical, something even fellow Republicans in Annapolis under St. Mary's County…than electing John Bohanan. is not the way to get things done in Annapolis.”

the Enterprise In its importance to this community, this is a critical race. Incumbent John Bohanan should be returned to office. He is the most effective legislator representing St.Mary’s.

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On November 4th, Vote for the Future of St. Mary’s County. Vote for John Bohanan.

Thank You for All Your Support this 2014 Campaign! Now I Need Your Vote Nov 4th

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I’ve spent my entire life living in and serving St. Mary’s County. I am running for State Delegate because the people of St. Mary’s County deserve to have a Delegate who knows St. Mary’s County. I am a fiscal conservative. I respectfully ask Endorsed by: for your vote to be your voice for responsive, Fraternal Order of Police effective representation. Let’s work together! Maryland Farm Bureau Delegate Johnny Wood - Dan Slade

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The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office received a one-time grant for $35,000 from the St. Mary’s County Board of County Commissioners to provide intensive outpatient treatment for females at the St. Mary’s County Detention Center, according to the press release from police. The press release states, “These services will utilize a trauma informed approach linking to community outpatient and/or residential care as needed.” “This grant funding provides much needed treatment for female inmates with emphasis on coordinated care that will help them return to the community, stay in the community and not re-offend,” said St. Mary’s Sheriff Tim Cameron. The inmates will receive treatment from Walden Sierra, which is St. Mary’s only alcohol and drug rehabilitation center. The center holds Senate and National accreditation and currently works with male inmates requiring substance abuse treatments.

According to Walden’s website, the rehabilitation center also offers “assessment, treatment, mental health therapy, psychiatric services, medication assisted therapy (suboxone and buprenorphine), medication management, trauma counseling, recovery support and care management.” Along with the $35,000 grant, Walden received a second grant in the amount of $50,000 from the Byrne Justice Memorial Assistance Grant. “This grant will provide residential treatment access, which will be prioritized for female inmates participating in the IOP [intensive outpatient program] and provide coordinated access to residential services both helping to relieve overcrowding and ensuring a transition to community based services,” according to the press release. According to the release, funding for this project will continue through the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. For more information on Walden Sierra, visit www.waldensierra.org. lauren@somdpublishing.net

Commissioners Reluctantly Sign on to Metro Planning Area By Guy Leonard Staff Writer After the federal government last year linked the Lexington Park Development District and the Chesapeake Ranch Estates in Lusby across the Thomas Johnson Bridge using census data and called it a metropolitan area St. Mary’s County government officials tried to flat out reject it. They failed. Now, at their regular Tuesday meeting, they reluctantly voted to approve a metropolitan planning organization (MPO) as required by the Federal Transit Administration. Commissioner Todd Morgan (RLexington Park) said voting for it was a financial necessity. “This didn’t come from us or the state it was a federal initiative,” Morgan said before the vote. “We have to do it or our federal transportation funding goes away.” He even likened the federal government’s actions to “gerrymandering a district” for transportation planning.

Commissioner Dan Morris echoed his comments. “This is not something we wanted,” Morris said. Essentially the MPO forces the counties, St. Mary’s and Calvert, to coordinate on transportation planning, studies and improvements specifically geared toward urbanizing transportation. The MPO also carries with it mandates for meeting federal air quality standards; under the terms of the agreement reached Tuesday, Calvert County will undertake the fiscal agent responsibilities of the MPO while St. Mary’s will provide the administrative functions. While some law makers have viewed the MPO as an intrusion into the local workings of transportation planning, others said that it may be the only way to get federal funding moving for the eventual construction of the Thomas Johnson Bridge, which is still listed as the region’s top transportation priority. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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During the course of this campaign I focused on four serious problems which face St. Mary’s County and need immediate action. They are the following:

PROTECT OUR FAMILIES

1. Stemming the tide of our heroin epidemic 3. Fighting Elder Abuse & Financial Fraud As your next State’s Attorney, I will focus on the issuesathat unite us: Court 2. Establishing a Strong Domestic Violence Policy 4. Creating Veterans Treatment

healthy communities, safe streets, respect for victims and cooperation with law enforcement agencies. St. Mary’s County faces I have used a community based approach, listening to and reaching out to citizens affected by these problems. Over the past year, I have traveled serious problems which need immediate action! across St. Mary’s County and have been encouraged by the commitment andthe resiliency of our citizens to address these problems. I am convinced I will focus on following:

more than ever that St. Mary’s County hasthewillandtheresourcestotackletheseproblems. Undermyadministration wewillmakesolvingtheseproblemsapriority. Bybeingproactiveinsteadofsolely we can make Mary’s healthier and safer community. 1.reactive, Stemming the St. tide ofaour heroin epidemic

2. Establishing a strong Domestic Violence Policy

In addition to this leadership role, it is also 3. the fundamental job of anyAbuse State’s Attorneyistoprosecutedangerouscriminalsandprotectourcitizens. Fighting Elder & Financial Fraud Overthepast several months I’ve had a team of4. legal researchers analyze the number of serious*Court Circuit Court cases charged by the current State’s Starting a Veterans Treatment Attorney’s office over the last five years. Their findings are as follows:

Our families are our most precious asset. Can we afford four more years 2010 2012 of broken promises and failed policies? We must act now. Out of 382 cases charged, 140 were either dismissed or put on an inactive list. Out of 587 cases charged, 170 were eitherour dismissed or put on an inactive list. As your State’s Attorney, it will be my primary focus to protect Only 5 Jury trials were held.families. I will use a community-based approach, listening to and reaching out to citizens affected by the problems in our community, while 2011 2013 continuing to prosecute violent offenders. If you’re concerned about Out of 366 cases charged, 110 were either on anfamilies inactive list.and St. Out of 386 cases charged,please 110 werevote either dismissed or put on an inactive list. thedismissed future orofputour Mary’s County, Only 13 trials were held. 11 trialsAttorney. were held, 6 of which resulted in findings of “not guilty”. for Shane Mattingly forOnly State’s

2014 (AS OF OCT 21) “I would appreciate your will always Out of 351 cases charged, only 140 havesupport been litigated, 62and of whichIwere either dismissed or put on an inactive list. strive to earn your vote.” Since 2010, the current State’s Attorney has dismissed nearly 600 of the most serious cases brought before the Circuit Court. The cases dismissed in five years exceed the total number typically charged in a single calendar year. How does this protectSt.Mary’sCounty? Howdoesthisrespectthevictimsinthecasesthatwere dismissed? Howdoesthishonorthehardworkoflawenforcement? IsSt.Mary’s County a safer place than it was 5 years ago? Can we afford four more years of broken promises and failed policies? Under my administration my staff and I will prosecute more cases and seek higher convictionrates. Byputtingmorecriminalsbehindbar1928756 sandnotlettingthemback on the street, St. Mary’s County will become a safer place. * excludes child support and traffic cases

“I would appreciate your support and I will always strive to earn your vote.”

ELECT SHANE MATTINGLY FOR STATE’S ATTORNEY Committee to Elect Shane Mattingly, Susan Smith, Treasurer

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10 Questions You Should Ask John Bohanan

1. Why did you vote for 28 tax and fee increases in the past 8 years?

2. Why didn’t you fight the 2013 gun control law? 3. Why did you say you believe marriage is between a man and a woman, then vote to legalize same-sex marriage?

4. Where’s the $20 million for the Thomas Johnson Bridge

WHEN EXPERIENCE MATTERS Rick Fritz has served St. Mary’s County as: 1. Assistant State’s Attorney under State’s Attorney GEORGE SPARLING 2. Assistant Public Defender under District Public Defender JOHN SLADE III 3. Assistant State’s Attorney under State’s Attorney CLARKE RALEY 4. Deputy State’s Attorney under State’s Attorney WALTER DORSEY 5. YOUR State’s Attorney for the past 16 years

Rick has personally and successfully prosecuted over 50 murder cases and 1,000 felony cases.

project we were promised after you voted to increase our gas taxes?

5. Why did you claim you oppose late-term abortions unless

a woman's life or physical health is at risk, but refuse to vote on an amendment that would have applied these very same restrictions to state funding of abortions?

6. Why did you sponsor a bill to seize our gift cards? 7. Why didn't you stand up to Governor O'Malley and try to

override his veto of the bill that would have blocked construction of wind turbines that threaten NAS Patuxent River?

8. Are you happy St. Mary’s County is next in line to get the rain tax you voted for?

9. Why did you vote to double the fees on our sewer bills and septic systems?

10. Why have so many of our businesses and neighbors fled Maryland during the Bohanan/O’Malley years?

Know the truth

Go to www.QuestionsForBoh.com Deb Rey for Maryland, Jeff Lathrop Treasurer

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Taxes

- I oppose the rain tax. - I oppose increased taxes and new fees. - I will be a good steward of your tax dollars.

Good Government - I support a transparent government. - I support zero budgeting (no more slush funds). - Citizens should be treated with respect. - Protect our idyllic way of life.

Education

I oppose the common core curriculum and believe that our School Board and teachers should have the flexibility to teach what is best for our students.

By Authority Friends of Mike Hewitt, Chris King Treasurer

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TODD MORGAN

COUNTY COMMISSIONER 1. Fiscal Conservatism 2. Jobs and Economic Growth 3. Ethical, Experienced, Executive Leadership With Integrity Thank you for the opportunity to proudly continue to serve as your County Commissioner Please don't forget to vote November 4th By Authority of Deb Stone, Treasurer

Thursday, October 30, 2014

Education Schools Release Records of Martirano’s Farewell Party By Guy Leonard Staff Writer It cost $2,500 to hold a farewell party for outgoing Superintendent Michael Martirano, according to documents released by St. Mary’s County Public Schools, but the documents note only checks and check numbers with amounts, but not who wrote them out. The document, partly on school system typed letterhead and partly with a handwritten notation at the bottom, states that the “donations” came from the “community.” The bill exactly matches the amount given in donations from six checks and one cash donation, according to the document obtained by The County Times. The documentation of the checks, written out by hand, date from Aug. 22 through Sept. 24. Check No. 6116 was for $250 while the second check, labeled No. 391978 was for $200. Check No.’s 83199, 4768, 9310 and 2045 were for $1,000, $50, $250, $250, and $500 respectively. There were no names or tracking numbers provided nor actual copies of the checks. The cover letter for the checks was signed off by Interim Schools Superintendent Scott Smith.

Smith said he did not know who sent the checks but confirmed that the funds did come from sources outside the school system. “I can confirm that actual money came into the school system,” Smith told The County Times Wednesday. “It came in from outside the system. “I don’t know if it was done anonymously.” The Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center in Leonardtown played host to the event, which took place Sept. 10. The invoice was dated Sept. 12 and the due date for payment was Oct. 12, according to the document. The rate for expenses was noted at $12.50 an hour for eight hours of rental time, school system staff said the food was provided by tech center students who prepared the meals. The school system is also engaged in an internal investigation into leaks of personnel information at a rate of $300 an hour for an independent attorney retained by the school board. The school system has yet to divulge when the investigation will likely be completed nor have they given a final estimate of the costs involved. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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ST. MARY’S COUNTY REPUBLICAN TEAM LARRY HOGAN Governor

BOYD RUTHERFORD Lieutenant Governor

JEFFREY PRITZGER Attorney General

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STEVE WAUGH

MATT MORGAN Delegate 29a

Delegate 29b

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TOM JARBOE

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MICHAEL R. WHITE Orphans Court Judge

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GOVERNOR O'MALLEY'S GIFT LIST TO MARYLAND • Gas Tax Hike • Sales Tax Hike • Alcohol Sales Tax Hike • Rain Tax • Flush Tax Increase • Toll Tax Increase • Surcharge Fee for Windmills • Surcharge Fee for Power Company Infrastructure • Hundred Thousandaire Tax • Millionaire Tax • Hospital Tax on Beds • Corporation Tax Increase • Death Certificate Fee Increase • Birth Certificate Fee Increase • Tobacco Tax Increase • Vehicle Title Tax Increase

• More Than 30 Tax and Fee Increases Confiscating 7 Billion Dollars From Maryland Families • Record High Debt To The Point of Placing Maryland On The Triple A Watch List • Gun Bill • Convicted Felons Voting • New College for Prison Inmates • Early Release Policies for Violent Criminals • Mismanagement of The State's Prison System • Amnesty for Juvenile Criminals • Driver's Licenses For Illegal Aliens • Discounted College Tuition for Illegal Aliens

• Public Benefits to Attract More Illegal Aliens to Maryland • 2 Billion Dollars In Hidden Taxes And Costs to Support 300,000 Illegals In Maryland With More On The Way • Increases From $50 Million to More Than $200 Million Dollars In Costs for English Language Training • Same Sex Marriage • Stole Taxpayers’ Money From State Trust Funds In Order To Balance a Dishonest Budget • Confiscated More Than $1 Billion Dollars From The Transportation Trust Fund • Used Most of The Gas Tax Revenue

and Transportation Trust Fund to Subsidize Buses, Light Rail, and Subways Creating a Welfare Mass Transit System • Speed Cameras • Created a Big Brother Type State Government With Authority Over Local Government with Plan Maryland and Smart Growth • Created an Extremist Environmental Atmosphere, Harming Agriculture, Farming, and Small Businesses • Lost 100,000 Jobs, Lost 10,000 Small Businesses, and Lost More Than 40,000 Residents Since The Beginning of His Term In Office

By authority of John Johnson by the St. Mary’s Republican Central Committee

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Protecting Funds for Transportation Projects Voters To Weigh in on a Lock Box

By Sarah Miller Staff Writer During the 2014 Gubernatorial election, voters will be asked to weigh in on a constitutional amendment that would put a lock box on the state’s transportation trust fund. This proposed constitutional amendment, passed in the 2014 legislative session as senate bill 829 and house bill 524, would require that money in the state’s transportation trust fund can be used for only transportation purposes and prohibits transfers from the transportation trust fund unless the governor declares a fiscal emergency by executive order and the general assembly passes legislation by a supermajority vote approving a different use or a transfer of the funds, according to information on www.elections.state.md.us. “It’s a good check and balance on future administrations,” said Senator Thomas V. “Mike” Miller, Jr. (D). The minority party has been trying to get a lock box in place for years, according to Delegate Anthony “Tony” O’Donnell (R-29C). Allegations that the general assembly has used the transportation trust fund as a pot of money are unfounded, Miller said. “There’s too many problems to be doing that,” he said. People get confused because the general assembly, in recent years, tried to help counties hold down property taxes by sharing a portion of income taxes. Maryland is only one of five states that helps build schools and has the longest continuous AAA bond rating in the country. “We don’t have a habit of dipping into the transportation trust fund,” Miller said. According to St. Mary’s College of Maryland Assistant Professor of Political Science and Public Policy Todd Photos by Frank Marquart

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Eberly, legislators needed to give themselves enough leverage to use transportation trust fund money in the event of a real budget emergency, but admonished the state government for abusing the practice so far. “It’s a typical ploy to show the people you’re giving that money protections but allowing yourself enough wiggle room to get out of it,” Eberly said. “It also gives cover to those who voted for the gas tax.” “Even though it could be abused, it’s something you still want access to in an emergency,” Eberly said, adding that whatever constitutional protections are put on the transportation trust fund, he expects legislators to continue their practices. “I don’t really see it changing anything in Annapolis regarding trust fund money,” he said. The lock box is not strong enough, O’Donnell said. The current practice is that the governor has to issue an executive order and a 2/3 majority have to approve the measure, which is already happening. But it’s a start, which is the reason O’Donnell intends to vote for the constitutional amendment. During the 2014 legislative session, O’Donnell proposed an amendment to the measure that would have required the governor to declare a fiscal emergency and lay out what happened to bring about the emergency. The amendment was patterned after the existing process to declare a state of emergency and would have given the lock box additional substance. According to information on www.elections.state. md.us, “current State law prohibits a transfer or diversion of funds from the Transportation Trust Fund to the

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Letters to the Women – Get Out and Vote!

Aug. 26 was Women’s Equality Day, commemorating the 94th anniversary of the passage of the 19th amendment to the Constitution, giving women the right to vote. Today we take that right for granted but the passage of that amendment marked the end of a bitter 72-year struggle. This country was founded on the premise that taxation without representation was not right, yet for 144 years after that founding, women were not represented. In this election year, it is important that women exercise this important and hard-won right. There are many issues at stake which directly impact women’s lives and families. Why shouldn’t women earn equal pay for equal work? Why shouldn’t women and children be safe from domestic violence? Why shouldn’t our environment be protected for our children and grandchildren to enjoy in generations to come? Don’t our children deserve the best education possible? The right to vote carries a heavy responsibility to first find out which candidate’s agendas include our interests and then vote for them. But it is a responsibility we should take on gladly. The important thing is to do your research and vote! Marta Kelsey Hollywood Md.

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Circuit Curt for St. Mary’s County Case No. C09-1346 Amanda L Gatton (Cosgrove) vs. Shannon Gatton The above Plaintiff has filed a motion entitled: Petition/ motion to modify custody in which she is seeking sole custody of minor child. Notice is hereby issued by the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County, that the relief sought in the aforementioned motion may be granted, unless cause be shown to the contrary. Defendant is to file a response to the motion on or before December 19, 2014. Failure to file the response within the time allowed may result in a judgment by default or the granting of the relief sought, provided a copy of this Notice be: published in some newspaper published in this county, once in each of three successive weeks on or before November 21, 2014. Joan W. Williams, Clerk 10/30/2014

I am addressing this letter to those in District 29A who do not yet know Mr. Daniel Slade. I consider him to be an outstanding candidate for St Mary’s County District 29A. He will get my vote and my support to place him in that office! I have known Dan for 11 years and have found him to be an honest, sincere guy who has solid core values and is loaded with integrity. Having been a history major at St. Mary’s College, he then completed a law degree, graduating with honors. The legal work he has performed for me has prevented many sleepless nights! Dan, active in many service organizations, has given back to this community in many ways: St. Mary’s County Fair Board, the Second District Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, the Wine Growers Co-op, the Farmers Markets, the school bus drivers association, and pro bono legal work for needy individuals in this county. Dan teamed with others to establish the St. Mary’s County Teen Court in 2003. Dan was the first Chairman of the Board and its first Judge. Dan served as the President of the Board of Directors of the Marcey Halfway House, the premiere addiction treatment center in the county and the state.

Dan has a Drive-to-Action mindset and wants to expand his community service to St. Mary’s County as a Member in the Maryland House of Delegates. I feel Dan will make certain our voice is heard and thoughtfully considered, using the standard of what is best for the citizens within District 29A. He is committed to protecting and enhancing benefits for small businesses in Southern Maryland and reducing taxes since both he and his wife operate their own small businesses. The parents of both Dan and Mary live locally, which contributes to Dan’s personal interest in addressing the needs of the elderly. Dan is proactive on solving school issues, enhancing the digital classroom, and undertaking the opiate epidemic to help protect their three small children. In summary, Dan will be accountable to the citizens of St. Mary’s County for reducing taxes, supporting small businesses, encouraging economic growth and diversification, improving schools, assisting the elderly, eliminating drugs, and preserving the rural Southern Maryland landscape. Thomas Maday St Mary’s City, Md.

Vote for Dan Slade. Dan Slade was born here, went to school here and graduated from St. Mary's College. After doing very well in law school, instead of accepting a high paying corporate job in the city, he chose to return to the St. Mary's community to raise a family and open his own business. He chose this community for its lifestyle and values instead of sacrificing those qualities for a high salary and fancy title. Because he runs his law office and because he has a wife who runs her own business, Dan is aware of the problems facing small businesspeople; because he has three children who attend or will attend schools in the County, Dan shares our desire for those schools to be the best; and, because he has relatives and friends who are watermen and farmers, Dan realizes the tough times and choices they will have to make in the years

to come. Dan not only sees the problems, but understands how to make the needs of St. Mary's County known to the legislators of Annapolis. To protect the quality of life which makes living in St. Mary's County great, we need someone representing our interests who not only truly appreciates the value of all ways of life in St. Mary's but knows how to effectively communicate and work with his fellow lawmakers. Dan Slade is that person. Or, we could vote for the other guy, a transplanted Charles County real estate salesman. If the real estate developers support him, would he really represent us?

Is There Really a Choice for State Delegate in District 29A?

Liz Sherman Hollywood, Md.

Supporting Education As a teacher, I carefully look at local candidates’ positions on education. Of course, it’s easy for every one of them to say they support education, so I usually look deeper than their words – to their deeds. Bob Schaller has lived his promise to support education for 25 years as a founder and president of BECA, the Business, Education and Community Alliance. This partnership of the public schools and the Chamber of Commerce created the “Passport to the Future” program which gave thousands of high school students rewards for doing well in school. More than ten years ago, BECA’s focus shifted to providing scholarships for students. Since then, Bob has worked tirelessly each year to raise $25,000 - money that goes directly to students from BECA. Another $300,000 each year is awarded through BECA’s St. Mary’s County Common Scholarship Application, a project that’s taken hundreds of hours of Bob’s time, supported by a team he

assembles each year. Students fill out just one application that BECA distributes to over 40 local scholarship providers who award the scholarships at a BECA ceremony each May. His work has helped to open the doors of higher education to hundreds of our children. Many students awarded scholarships through BECA have come back to the community to work, building the educated workforce this county needs to prosper. Bob Schaller is a candidate who not only says he’ll support education, but has demonstrated through decades of hard work that he is dedicated to increasing educational opportunities for the students of St. Mary’s County. His proven track record of helping to give our young people the education they deserve makes him an excellent choice for County Commissioner. David Kung Lexington Park

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Letters to the FALL IS FOR PLANTING

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We Need Transparency and Accountability in Our County Government Joseph “Tony” St. Clair is running for County Commissioner. It is not very often that the voters of St. Mary’s County have the opportunity to elect such a uniquely qualified person to be a County Commissioner. Known by many in the community as “Tony”, Joe can make a real difference in the way our County Government is run. His priorities in life are God, Family and St. Mary’s County, in that order. He offers a broad perspective and has a vast knowledge of the issues that affect the citizens of St. Mary’s County. His lengthy and dedicated service on many County Boards, Commissions and Voluntary Organizations give him great experience and knowledge of the issues. He has served as an Officer or Board Member of: The 7th District Optimist Club, The St. Clements 100’s, St. Mary’s Metropolitan Commission, St. Mary’s County Planning Commission, St. Mary’s County Economic Development Commission, Chamber of Commerce, Chamber of Commerce Governmental Affairs Committee, Tri-County Council, Agricultural/Seafood Commission, Maryland United Cerebral Palsy

and The St. Mary’s County Development Workforce Committee. He has received awards from the Chamber of Commerce, Special Olympics, the Human Relations Committee and others. He knows how Government works and he knows how to get things done. He will insist on transparency and accountability in our County Government. Joe feels that there are many things that threaten the way of life in St. Mary’s County. Things like the lengthy permit processes, increased taxes, budget cuts, unfunded state mandates, costly environmental regulations, the need to diversify our economy and that our children deserve quality education. The County Commissioners are the governing body of St. Mary’s County. They set our taxes and make our local laws. There will be at least 3 new Commissioners elected. We need Joseph “Tony” St. Clair’s experience and knowledge at the Commissioner’s table working for us. I urge you to vote for him. Jim Hodges Hollywood, Md.

Experience is the Most Important Criteria for Selecting a States Attorney For the past 20 years I have served the citizens of St. Mary’s County in the State’s Attorney’s Office. The first four years I served under States Attorney Walter Dorsey. The last 16 years I have served as Deputy States Attorney under States Attorney Richard Fritz. For the 17 years prior to this, I engaged in the private practice of law with my father Joseph Weiner and my brother John Weiner, which entailed a considerate amount of criminal defense work. During this time, I served the citizens of St. Mary’s County as Assistant County Attorney and County Attorney. I heartily endorse and am proud to recommend to the voters of St. Mary’s County Richard Fritz for reelection to the office of State’s Attorney for St. Mary’s County. Rick has served our county as: 1. Assistant States Attorney under States Attorney George Sparling 2. Assistant Public Defender under District Public Defender John Slade III 3. Assistant States Attorney under States Attorney Clarke Raley 4. Deputy States Attorney for ten years under States Attorney Walter Dorsey 5. Your States Attorney for the past 16 years I submit to the voters of St. Mary’s County that my experience tells me that experience is the most important criteria for selecting a States Attorney. Experience

in criminal law and trial experience are very important but experience in the States Attorney’s office is the essential criteria. Rick is the most experienced candidate in the State of Maryland. Rick’s opponent has never served in the States Attorney’s office. His opponent’s criminal law experience is extremely limited and his criminal trial experience is almost non-existent. To the best of anyone’s recollection, Rick’s opponent was appointed a special prosecutor once in his career and took a plea to drunk driving. This is his only known prosecutorial experience, which is obviously inadequate. To the best of anyone’s memory, Rick’s opponent had only one criminal jury trial in his career, a case of misdemeanor shoplifting. He lost. Rick has prosecuted personally and successfully over 50 murder cases. Rick has prosecuted personally and successfully over 1,000 felony cases. The choice and contrast could not be starker. On one hand, you have Richard Fritz, who is highly qualified. On the other hand you have Rick’s opponent who is completely unqualified. I appreciate you consideration of Rick’s candidacy and remain your faithful public servant. Ted Weiner Leonardtown, Md.

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Letters to the Editor Building Positive, Bi-Partisan Relationships

I am a young woman who was raised to honor and value life. I also value our sense of community and our ability to work together in solving problems. The issue of abortion is one of the most potentially divisive issues within our society; both the ProLife and the Pro-Choice communities have strong feelings on this issue. Deb Rey is a principled candidate who holds strong Pro-Life beliefs founded in her Catholic faith. While she is admirably unwilling to compromise her personal beliefs, I have seen her work with people who hold the opposing view to find common ground and build upon it. It is inspiring to watch Deb listen to and talk with citizens. I've seen her speak with a potential opponent for nearly an hour on such divisive issues and move them from a position of hostility and confrontation to a condition where both sides are in collegial agreement on at least one aspect of the issue. For example, she often reaches agreement with Pro-Choice opponents on the belief that third-trimester partial-birth abortions performed after viability should not be legal when “justified” only by the fact that the mother does not want the child (as they are in Maryland). She also often finds agreement when asking if it is wrong that citizens who are morally opposed to abortion are forced to fund such late-term abortions with their tax dollars (as is currently the policy in Maryland). Reaching agreement on aspects as these - no matter how small - when it comes to such sensitive issues is the start of building positive, bi-partisan relationships. This demonstrates to me that Deb truly knows how to work as a team player for the common good. I am strongly and unabashedly supporting her for Delegate in District 29B. If she can build positive relationships on the divisive issue of abortion, then I am confident she will be able to find consensus on and constructive solutions for the most volatile of issues while serving in the Maryland House of Delegates. Melissa Thompson Lexington Park, Md.

Schaller Response Several people have apparently “misremembered” the circumstances of Bob Schaller’s resignation as the County’s EDC Director in 2012. One of our most prolific letter-writers, Joe Wible, recently dredged up the story about the County Commissioners forcing Bob Schaller out of his job as the Director of Economic Development. Mr. Wible obviously did not read the email Schaller sent to the to the schools’ Superintendent, which he cc’d to the County Administrator, by the way. (Why would he send a copy to the County Administrator if he were doing anything underhanded? All letters about policy issues become public as soon as they get to the Commissioners’ offices.) The entire gist of Schaller’s letter was to urge the Board of Education to adopt the same “local preference” policy the Commissioners had recently enacted. He then used Taylor Gas Company, from Lexington Park, as an example of why a “local preference” policy was good for local businesses and the County. (For the record, I am also a member of GeeZer, the band. Thanks, Joe, for the plug.) And, in the profile of the candidates a few weeks ago, The Enterprise reporter incorrectly wrote that Schaller had tried to get a bid award changed. Strangely enough, the reporter even quoted the part of the email Schaller sent to the Superintendent, where he urged the Board of Education to change their procurement policies and adopt the local vendor preference the County Commissioners had recently instituted. Schaller even noted in the letter that he knew bid had already been awarded and that he knew it was too late to do anything about that. None of the County Commissioners seem to have read the letter either, rushing to judgment in a day, before even taking the time to speak with Schaller, fobbing that task off to the County Administrator, who’s “the letter speaks for itself” quote makes it clear he didn’t read very carefully either. I guess this is why Joe Wible supports Mike Hewitt because is this case “lower taxes, less government” is just what we got – less government, that is, Commissioners who didn’t have the time, or the inclination, to look into this matter. Robin Guyther Leonardtown, Md.

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County Commissioner candidate Mike Hewitt has added the phrase, “Repeal the Rain Tax” to many of his campaign signs. I don’t understand. First there is no rain tax. There is a tax on impervious surfaces that is designed to provide funds for storm water management and to help protect the Chesapeake Bay, its oysters, crabs, and fish. That tax may, or may not, need to be repealed. However, only the state legislature can repeal it. The St. Mary’s County Commissioners cannot. Also, that tax does not exist in St. Mary’s or Calvert Counties. It is only in effect in the nine most populous Maryland counties and Baltimore City. Bruce Perrygo Leonardtown, Md.

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It is Not Enough to Want a Better Community Citizens of St. Mary’s County, I ask you to join me in making a better community for our homes and our lives. Recently I returned to live in this county after a four year absence and I am happy to have found a wonderful home here. However, I was somewhat hesitant to return because of my concerns with the growth of crime. These issues were already clear when I left St. Mary’s County four years ago, and it is clear these problems have only increased in both number and severity. It is disturbing to see the reports in our daily local news: the tragedies of addiction and abuse, the puzzling small number of cases prosecuted, and the failure to help veterans who have served our country. There has been a massive spike in addiction, particularly that of heroin and prescription opiates, which has naturally lead to an alarming rate of opiate related deaths. Many of the victims and perpetrators are repeat offenders, while others are only beginning their careers as criminals, and will continue on their current paths with the current approach to these afflictions and offenses. It is not enough to want a better community. We MUST be proactive in making it so. I’ve come to realize the importance of local politics and the great difference a single vote or lack of

voting for local offices can have on daily life and the communities where we reside. I decided to do all I can to make St. Mary’s County the best choice in where to live. I support Shane Mattingly for all he intends to do in this county. The very issues I am most concerned about are the same he has chosen to focus on in his 2014 campaign for State’s Attorney. This is not a coincidence, this is common sense, and no one can afford to avoid them any longer. Not here. Not anywhere. The current State’s Attorney has been in office for the past 16 years and his “experience” has failed us. He is simply not effective as lead prosecutor for St. Mary’s County. We need to elect a new official, to elect change. Elect Shane Mattingly for State’s Attorney this November 4th. By prosecuting the wrong, preserving the right, protecting the weak and promoting the good, Shane Mattingly works to ideally prevent and reduce the damage and destruction of crime to all of us. With this election we can help ourselves and each other gain more pride and a new sense of security in this beautiful community. Christine Thurstin Lexington Park, Md.

Obama Tactics Coming to St. Mary’s Election It’s already started by the “Community Organizers”, they are unloading just before the November 4th election next Tuesday. Their biggest target is Rita Weaver – Candidate for the 1st District School Board Seat. Sal Raspa, fellow school board “cronies” and the teachers unions are unloading a barrage of distortions and falsehoods on a talented, tenacious lady who wants to be a good guardian of our taxpayer money and put our tax dollars in the classroom. The current school board doesn’t want someone who is “razor” sharp and wants 100% transparency of school board activities. Rita will “root out” waste and expose foolish expenditures of our hard earned tax payer dollars. The “Community Organizers” (OBAMA LIKE) are also going after Weaver supporters like me due to my letters to the editor. I stand by my word. Rita Weaver is no “lap dog” and has no handlers. Mr. Brown – your man Gaskin thinks the current school board is doing a good job (Mr. Gaskin’s own words). So once again, it appears $6-8 Million school board over-runs don’t bother Mr. Gaskin. I rest my case – “Sorry Mr. Brown”. We don’t need to give “blank checks” to Delaware lawyers to find out who leaked that Raspa and his “Brady Bunch” wanted to get a person in as Superintendent, even though the person met ZERO of the five legal requirements to be a school superintendent in Maryland. However, the same school board doesn’t want a forensic audit of their spending. This board gave our now departed Superintendent total compensation of approximately $400,000.00. He even cashed in $110,000.00 leave time and sick leave the year before he left. Time to make the school board accountable, report to the public and have open meetings. Who are the backers of John Alonzo Gaskin, Raspa’s hand-picked candidate for his school board seat? Maryland Board of State Elections Campaign Finance report shows that Steny Hoyer is the biggest donor. Steny was Nancy Pelosi’s “Heavy Lifter” getting

“Obama Care” and the “STIMULUS” passed. “Wheeler & dealer” Steny helped make these disastrous bills become law. John Bohanan and Sal Raspa are in the top 4 of his biggest donors. St. Mary’s County has been blessed with a group of commissioners the past few years that showed fiscal constraint. However, the Democratic party of Maryland (lead by Governor O’Mally and Lt. Governor Anthony Brown) has given us same sex marriage, legalized marijuana, fiscal insanity (higher taxes/ fees) and unnecessary casinos which bring crime and corruption. Governor O’Malley poured $250 million down the rat hole in the disastrous and short lived Maryland Health Exchange for Obama Care. Oh yes – Anthony Brown (now Governor Candidate) chaired this disastrous folly that caused Maryland to not only lose their $250 million but to buy Connecticut’s plan. Brown’s reward for that “fiasco” is the nomination for Governor. Are you lifelong Democrats still proud? It is time to get some competent people in Annapolis who truly represent the people and not special interest groups. We could start by defeating our career politician John Bohanan. He showed his true colors by giving a quick and short glad handing session at the Ducks Unlimited banquet. He said “Got to go to my commitment at an NAACP function”. John – you and Gaskin are joined at the hip. Let’s vote for a lady who has had a real career (20 year Air Force Veteran) who wants to truly represent St. Mary’s citizens and not support special interest groups. The Maryland State Comptroller estimates it will require a 67% increase in property taxes to balance the budget due to reckless spending by our Democratic State legislators. No wonder about 50% of our Maryland citizens want to move to another state. Deb Ray will be a great delegate for all the wonderful citizens of our great county. Donald Beck St. Mary’s City

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October, Month Long

Friday, Oct. 31

Water Works Opal Fine Art Gallery & Gifts (41625 Park Avenue, Leonardtown) – Artist Reception Oct. 3, 5 to 8 p.m. Opal Fine Art Gallery & Gifts will host “Water Works”, an exhibit of work by Annie Compton beginning Oct. 3 and running through Oct. 31.

Halloween Costume Party Brass Rail Sports Bar & Lounge (20331 Point Lookout Road, Great Mills) – 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. The Brass Rail Sports Bar & Lounge Invites You To A Fantastic Halloween Costume Party, Friday Night, Oct. 31! Great Prizes for Costumes and Scarlet Plus Entertainment will provide karaoke and dance Music for the evening!

Social Skills Group Lexington Park Elementary School (46763 South Shangri La Drive, Lexington Park) – Tuesdays at 11 a.m., Thursdays at 1 p.m. Tri-County Youth Services Bureau will offer a Social Skills group at Lexington Park Elementary School on Tuesdays at 11 a.m. to fourth graders, and Thursdays at 1 p.m. to fifth graders to help children transition by increasing their self-esteem, developing their communication skills, and making responsible and informed choices. Contact Territa Washington at 301-866-5992 or twashington@tcysb.org for more information. Lottery Book Fundraiser The Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary is sponsoring a Lottery Book fundraiser. There are over $12,000 in prizes. Cost is $25 per book. For more information contact 301-904-3098. Film Festival The First Annual Southern Maryland Film Festival Is Coming to Leonardtown! Friends of the Leonardtown Theater is partnering with the Southern Maryland Film Society to organize the Southern Maryland Film Festival, scheduled for Sat. July 11, 2015 in Leonardtown, Md. Filmmakers of all ages and all levels of experience are invited to submit their own films to be shown at various locations throughout the town. For more information on how to submit your film for consideration, or if you’d like to volunteer to help with the festival, go to www. smdfs.org. If you are a business in the tri-county area, and you would like to be a sponsor for the film festival contact Theresa at fotlt@outlook.com. After-School Youth Development Program Jarboe Education Center (21161 Lexwood Drive, Lexington Park) – 3 to 7 p.m. Tri-County Youth Services Bureau is offering an After-School Youth Development Program for children and youth up to age 18 at the Jarboe Education Center in Lexington Park, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. that focus on Anger Management, Social Skills and Youth Leadership Development. Homework assistance is also provided. Starts Tuesday, Oct. 7.

November, Month Long The Drowsy Chaperone College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts Building, Theater (8730 Mitchell Rd., La Plata) – 7:30 p.m. Nov. 6 and 13, 8 p.m. Nov. 7-8 and Nov. 14-15 CSM Theatre: The Drowsy Chaperone. Following the lives of two lovers on the eve of their wedding, a bumbling best man, a desperate theater producer and a slew of other characters, this musical parody plays tribute to the Jazz Age. $15 adults, $12 military/seniors/youth. bxoffc@csmd.edu, 301-934-7828, www.csmd.edu/Arts. Art in Music North End Gallery (41652 Fenwick St., Leonardtown) – First Friday Reception Nov. 7 5 to 8 p.m. Art and music often go hand in hand and the artists of the North End Gallery have endeavored to show that unique combination in their November Show. Titled “Art in Music,” they will create works that have been inspired by a special piece of music. The show will run from Nov. 4 until Nov. 23. The First Friday reception will be on November 7 from 5 until 8 p.m. at the Gallery. The Gallery is located at 41652 Fenwick Street in Leonardtown. They may be reached at 301-475-3130 and the web address is www.northendgallery.com.

Thursday, Oct. 30 Introduction to Email Charlotte Hall Library (37600 New Market Rd., Charlotte Hall) – 10 a.m. to noon Charlotte Hall Library. Adults will learn email basics by setting up and using their own email account. Free. Registration required. 301-884-2211, www.stmalib.org

Saturday, Nov. 1 Holiday Boutique Fleet Reserve Association Branch (21707 Three Notch Rd., Lexington Park) – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Ladies Auxiliary of the Fleet Reserve Association, Branch 93 Lexington Park, is sponsoring a Holiday Boutique Saturday, Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Branch is located at 21707 Three Notch Road, 1/4 mile south of Gate 2. Participating local artisans and vendors include Tupperware, Crafts, Mary Kay, Initials Purses, Shaklee, Tastefully Simple, Perfectly Posh, gift items for children and adults, Cards and crafts, Coach purses, jewelry, handmade afghans and other items, Christmas décor, Handmade clothing for children, Abstract Wall Art and Origami Owl jewelry. Breakfast and lunch items will be available for sale. For more information, call or text the Unit President at 301-481-9655. Grocery Auction Hughesville Volunteer Fire/EMS Department (15245 Prince Frederick Rd., Hughesville) – 5 p.m. That’s right, a “grocery auction”. If you have never been to one, plan to attend ours! For more information please visit the web page www.farrellauctionservice.com or contact: Hughesville Volunteer Fire/EMS Department Teresa Cook-240-434-6733, 301-247-4488 Brian Russell (Russell Brothers Farm) - 301-475-1633 Ronnie Farrell-301-904-3402 Pork Loin and Beef Sandwich Sale American Legion Post 221 (21690 Colton’s Point Rd., Avenue) – 11 to 4 p.m. American Legion Post 221 is sponsoring a pork loin and beef sandwich sale. Pork loin, sliced roast beef, and BBQ beef sandwiches will be sold on both Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 1 and 2. The event will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and sandwiches will cost $6 each. Call 301-884-4071 for further information. Hide Tanning Workshop Check-in at Visitor Center (18751 Hogaboom Ln., St. Mary’s City) – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Deer hunting season has begun; learn what you can do with the hide. Historic St. Mary’s City is hosting a Hide Tanning Workshop on Saturday, Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Discover how to tan deer skin in the same manner as the Native People of Maryland. This is a dirty job using raw animal parts and period correct tools – please dress accordingly! Admission is $14 ($12 Friends members) and reservations are required - contact HSMC at 240895-4990 or info@digshistory.org. Free Coat Giveaway Day Gospel Tabernacle of Prayer Church (24516 Budds Creek Rd., Clements) – 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. CORE, the Community Outreach Evangelism Ministry of Gospel Tabernacle of Prayer Church would like to spread warmth in the community by hosting a Free Coat Giveaway Day. This event will be held on Saturday, Nov. l from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Gospel Tabernacle of Prayer Church in Clements, Maryland from 9 a.m. to noon. We will be giving away coats on a first come first serve basis. If you would like to donate useable coats towards this event, please contact Elder Juanita at 301-481-1644 or Deaconess Sylvia at 240-346-6478. A continental breakfast will be served. Benevolent Care Fund Sale Asbury Solomons Retirement Community (11000 Asbury Circle, Solomons) – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The sale will include Betty’s Closet a resale of gently used clothing, accessories and jewelry. The library committee will have books and CD’s at a fabulous price. Granny’s Treasures will be selling housewares, furniture and miscellaneous items. In addition this time the piecemakers will have lovely handmade gifts for sale. All proceeds will benefit the Benevolent Care Fund

Fall Craft Fair 2nd District Fire Department & Rescue Squad Valley Lee, Md. (45245 Drayden Rd., Valley Lee) – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Homemade jewelry, flower arrangements, quilts, paintings, country crafts, crocheted items, various vendors, baked goods, and more! “Rays” famous stuffed ham sandwiches and other great food! 50/50 Raffle. Proceeds from this fundraiser and other fundraisers are to benefit the Valley Lee 2nd District Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad to continue to keep our community safe. Sponsored by the 2nd District VFD & RS Auxiliary. For more information please call Robin between hours 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at 301-737-4366 (h) or 240-577-0270 (c). Thank you for your support!

Sunday, Nov. 2 St. John’s Church Monthly Breakfast St. John’s Church Hollywood (43927 St. John’s Road, Hollywood) – 8 to 10:30 a.m. All you-can-eat full course breakfast including eggs, pancakes and sausage. The price is a donation. Families are welcome. Sponsored by the St. John’s Knights of Columbus. St. Mary’s Ryken Open House St. Mary’s Ryken High School (22600 Camp Calvert Road, Leonardtown) – noon to 3 p.m. Meet the students, faculty and administration. Learn about the college preparatory curriculum, the 1:1 iPad program, and athletics and extracurricular activities. Tour the beautiful college-like campus. Check-in anytime between noon and 3 p.m. Presentations on application procedure, financial aid and more will be at 12:30 p.m. and at 2 p.m. For more information, contact the Admissions Office at 301-373-4183 or by email at admissions@smrhs.org. The event is free and open to the public. The school website is www.smrhs.org Pork Loin and Beef Sandwich Sale American Legion Post 221 (21690 Colton’s Point Rd., Avenue) – 11 to 4 p.m. American Legion Post 221 is sponsoring a pork loin and beef sandwich sale. Pork loin, sliced roast beef, and BBQ beef sandwiches will be sold on both Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 1 and 2. The event will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and sandwiches will cost $6 each. Call 301-884-4071 for further information. Annual Fall Dinner Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Hall (22375 Three Notch Road, Lexington Park) – noon to 5 p.m. Please Join Us in Celebrating Immaculate Heart of Mary’s Annual Fall Dinner on Nov. 2. Don’t miss out on a chance to win a Maryland Stuffed Ham just in time for your Thanksgiving Dinner as well as spending Sunday afternoon with family and friends. The menu includes: Maryland stuffed ham, fried oysters, fried chicken, parsley potatoes, pickled beets, candied sweet potatoes, rolls and butter, warm cider, and a dessert table. Eat in (buffet) or carryout available - $23 All proceeds will be used to replace the parish heat pump. Michael Kors Bingo Severna Park Elks (160 Truck House Road, Severna Park) – 2 to 3 p.m. Tickets $25 in advance, $28 at the door. Doors open 2 p.m. and it starts at 3 p.m. Contact Marci Barnes 443-618-0787, hardcrab5241@verizon.net Christmas Bazaar and Craft Fair Mother Catherine Spalding School (28833 Chaptico Road, Mechanicsville) – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come visit with Santa, make a gingerbread man, play bingo, bid on silent auction items, try your luck with the cake walk, participate in the cash/prizes and toy basket raffles, be thrifty in our yard sale room, or allow children to buy gifts for family members in Santa’s Secret Shop. Door prize tickets will be given to every adult and child, and adult and child winners will be announced every 15-20 minutes. Crafter items for sale include Christmas decorations, children’s items, homemade/handmade jewelry, sewn items, paintings, country crafts, crocheted items, jams and jellies, dip mixes, and much more. For more information, visit our website at www.mothercatherine.org or call 301-884-3165. Interested crafters may contact Betsy Farrell at bfarrell@ftrinc.net. All proceeds benefit Mother Catherine Spalding School.

Super Holiday Basket Bingo to Benefit Stephen’s Fund Mechanicsville Fire Department Social Hall (28165 Hills Club Rd., Mechanicsville) – 12:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit special needs children and their families. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. and early birds bingo will start at 1:30 p.m. Regular games will start at 2 p.m. Over $7000 in prizes to be won. All early bird and regular game baskets will be filled with another Longaberger basket and/or Longaberger products and will include liners and/or protectors. Make a reservation to be included in the free drawing to win the 2014 Christmas Basket. The group leader with the most reservations will win the 2014 Tree Trimming Basket. Pull tabs for baskets, King Tut, 50/50, food, basket raffle, 20 door prizes & more. To reserve a table for 6 or more or to be included in the free drawing please call Shirley at 240-298-3885 or Shirley.mattingly@verizon.net

Monday, Nov. 3 Elks Holdem “Bounty” Tournament St. Mary’s County Elks Lodge (45779 Fire Department Lane, California) – 7 p.m. No Limit Holdem Poker Tournament $25 Buy in - 3,500 chips $5 add-on - 1,000 chips and raffle drawing Top ten percent places paid. Earn a bounty chip worth $5 dollars for every person that you bust out of the tournament. First night of Leaderboard Challenge This session will run for 20 Weeks. Earn 1 point for every person that goes out of the tournament before you. Accumulate points every week and top point finishers will earn a free buy in to the leaderboard “Big Game” Tournament. Food and Beverage are available for purchase. Cash games will start as soon as there are enough players that are interested. Holdem : $1- $2 no limit Omaha Hi/Lo : $.50 - $1 no limit

Tuesday, Nov. 4 Election Day Lunch Ridge Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary Fire House (13820 Point Lookout Road, Ridge) – Preorders can be picked up Monday evening between 6 and 7:30 p.m. or on Tuesday between 7 a.m. and noon when sandwiches are sold Stuffed Ham Sandwiches will be $5 each. Chicken Salad Sandwiches will be $3 each. PreOrders are highly recommended and are now being accepted. In order to guarantee your order for Election Day - Pre-Orders must be made no later than Oct. 31. You can pre-order your sandwiches by sending an email to auxiliary@ridgevfd.org which includes your name, phone number, number of sandwiches, and day you wish to pick-up (Monday evening, Tuesday before noon) or by calling 301-872-5671 and leaving a message with the same information. Email orders will receive an electronic confirmation. Leonardtown Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary Spirit Night Fundraiser Ledo’s Pizza (25460 Point Lookout Road, Leonardtown) – 4 to 8 p.m. Dine in or Carry out....just be sure to write LVRSA on your receipt or tell your server/cashier. Thanks for supporting our local rescue squad and our local businesses.

Wednesday, Nov. 5 Partners For Success Workshop Announced Central Administration Building, Board of Education Meeting Room (23160 Moakley St., Leonardtown) – 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The St. Mary’s County Public Schools Partners for Success Resource Center for Families and Schools is offering a workshop entitled Meaningful Inclusion: Supporting Learning and Participation across the School Day. Marny Helfrich, M.ED, a parent educator with the Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education (MCIE) will address questions regarding what effective inclusion looks like in core academic and related arts/elective classes for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities; what important skills can best be targeted in inclusive settings; how materials and activities can be adapted to support participation and what families can do to support their child’s full participation in all aspects of the school community. This workshop is free, but registration is required. To register, please contact Susan Shannon at 301-863-4069 or email partnersforsuccess@smcps.org.

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The County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to news@countytimes.net after noon on Tuesdays may run in the following week’s edition.

Barbara Ann Courtney, 75 Barbara Ann Courtney, 75, of Leonardtown, Md., formerly from Park Hall Md. She departed this life peacefully on Oct. 26 with two of her daughters and their husbands by her side at The Hospice House in Callaway's, Md. Barbara was born on June 12, 1939 in Washington DC to the late Thomas F Hoy and the late Vivian M Pierce-Sullivian. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband Ernest C. Courtney who departed this life July 14, 1999 whom she married Aug. 24, 1978. Barbara received her education in the Catholic School. Barbara worked at Hoods Bar, St. Mary's College and as a senior companion. Barbara is survived by her eight children ; Leonard "Lenny" (Christine) Lee Sr. , John (Karen) Lee III, Mark (Patricia) Lee all of Lexington Park Md., Cindey (John) Tamayo of Fairfax Va., Michael (Wendy) Lee Sr. of Leonardtown Md., James "Chris" Lee of Glen Burnie Md., Patsy (Thomas) Briscoe and Julie (Glenn) Dove both of Park Hall, MD and two step children; Ann "Angela" (Marshall) Fenwick and Christopher "Jerome" Courtney both of Lexington Park, Md. Godchildren Cheryl Nelson, Damian Ball and Vanessa Dove. Three sister in laws and two brother in laws. In addition to her husband and her parents, She was preceded death by her twin brother at birth. A special Thanks to Hospice of St. Mary's County. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, Nov. 3 at Park Hall True Holiness Church Inc. (47690 Park Hall Road Park Hall, Md. 20667) The viewing will be held from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and the service will be held at 11 a.m. with officiating Bishop Phillip A. Spence Sr.

James Davis, 75 James Davis, born Sept. 13, 1939, in Hancock County, Ga., to the Late Louise Rhone. James departed his earthly home on Saturday, Oct. 11 at Anne Arundel Medical Center, Annapolis, Md. James was educated in the Washington, DC public school system and was employed and retired in 1989 from the District of Columbia Public School System. James became a faithful and devoted member of Faith Tabernacle of Prayer in 1979 where he served on the Usher Board, Deacon, and a Choir member. Deacon Davis enjoyed attending church services and was a faithful member to the end. James was united in Holy Matrimony to Karen Hildegard Brooks on June 8, 1991, whom he affectionately and lovingly called “Hil”. James was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, godfather, and friend. He enjoyed praising the Lord, cooking, fishing and sharing family time. He was a mentor and tutor to many. He leaves to mourn his passing, his loving and devoted wife, Karen, of Park Hall, Md., three sons, Michael, Anthony, and Jeffrey; two daughters, Sharon and Karen Davis, one sister, Doretha Rhone of PA, one brother, Barry Davis of NC, eleven grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren Ten sisters-in-law and eight brothers-in-law; two guardian nieces; five godsons; two goddaughters, two devoted and close friends Carl Wright and Carol (Davis) Greene; and a hosts of nieces, nephews, other family,

church members, and friends. James was preceded in death by his Mother; one son, Matthew Davis; one brother, Tommie Davis and one sister Diane (Davis) Washington and a special sister-in-law Penny Simms.

Richard Gray Portee, 94 Richard Gray Portee, 94, of Lexington Park, Md. passed peacefully on Oct. 16 at AlfredHouse Eldercare in Rockville, Md. Richard was born on May 28, 1920 in Sylvester, Ga. to the late Hezekiah and Mary Portee. When Richard was 5 years old he, his parents, and his siblings (Louise and Alree) moved to Tampa, Fla. After graduating from G. S. Middleton Senior High School, he enrolled at Florida A & M University, Tallahassee, Fla. pursuing a major in Industrial Arts Education and a minor in Tailoring. Richard came to St. Mary’s County 1941 at the end of his sophomore year, seeking temporary summer employment for financing his education at Florida A & M University. Employment as a construction worker was in great demand at Patuxent River, Naval Air Station. A carpenter’s assistant was the only job available to him at that time. After working for a couple of months, he found the money so attractive that his college plans were postponed. In 1951, he married the love of his life, Ruth Barnes, after a seven year courtship. They were a loving and devoted couple often seen holding hands. They were a terrific team working together on many endeavors in St. Mary’s County. In 1961, Richard entered Bowie State University and graduated in 1964 with a B.S. Degree in Elementary Education. In 1973, he received his Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from The George Washington University. Richard was so dedicated to the pursuit of education, that he would frequently corner family members asking them about their education plans. Richard and Ruth were instrumental in organizing the Portee Family Reunion Committee and establishing the Portee Family Education Scholarship. Richard’s interest in relationship building in the community dated back to the time when he was a member of the St. Robert Bellamine study group at Cardinal Gibbons Institute, Ridge, Maryland. Even though their work to change segregation policies was unpopular at the time, it preceded the 1954 Supreme Court’s decision that outlawed segregation in the United States. He continued his efforts for harmony in the community in the 1980’s while he was chairman of the St. Mary’s County Human Relations Commission. Richard strongly believed in the phrase, “Study, prepare yourself, and then, someday your chance will come.” His involvement in community, civic, and church activities certainly reflects those words. To name a few of his accomplishments in St. Mary’s County; he organized and was Scoutmaster of the first African American Boy Scout Troop, he was the first African American radio personality and hosted the popular “Rocking With Richard Show” (his theme song was, “House on the Hill”), he was a member of the first integrated all-male church choir, and he operated the first tailor shop in the Springer’s Men Store. In addition to the aforementioned accomplishments, Richard served on the Maryland State Teachers Association Bylaws and Rules Committee, the St. Mary’s County Ethics Commission, the Parks and Recreation Committee, and the Jail Advisory Committee for building the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. He

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received the Bowie State University Distinguished Alumni Award in 1997 from NAFEO, he was on board of directors of LOTT Enterprise of Maryland, the board of directors of Pathways, a member of the Steny Hoyer’s Black History Month Breakfast Planning Committee, and was awarded the Southern Maryland Community Action Agency’s “Senior Volunteer of The Year.” After working many years as a classroom teacher at Leonardtown Elementary School, Richard retired in 1983. Some of his proudest moments were when he was invited back to Leonardtown Elementary School to present the annual “Richard Portee Award” to a 5th grader who (1) possessed self-determination, (2) exhibited strong moral character, (3) respected others, and (4) had the ability to overcome obstacles and achieves success through positive educational means. Richard leaves loving remembrances in the hearts of his devoted son Ralph (Laurita) and grandchildren Lauren and Ralph “Theo” Portee, II, Ashton, Maryland and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and former students. Richard was preceded in death by his cherished wife Ruth, his parents, sister, brother, devoted nephew Alree, Jr., aunts, uncles, in-laws and many cousins. Family received friends for Richard’s Life Celebration on Wednesday, Oct. 22 from 10:30 to noon at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 22375 Three Notch Road, Lexington Park, Md. 20653. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at noon. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice House of St. Mary’s, Post Office Box 625, Leonardtown, Md. 20650.

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Clarence Cassell Jr., 86 Clarence Cassell Jr., 86, of Charlotte Hall, Md. passed away Oct.18 at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home in Charlotte Hall, Md. Born on June 6, 1928 in Washington, D.C., he was the son of the late Clarence Cassell, Sr. and the late Gladys Cassell. Clarence worked as a security guard and spent some of his time as a booky. He was very active in the AA Program and the Veterans Home, giving tours to visitors. He loved the Civil War history, dressing as the Immaculate Counselor. He loved family, people and life. In addition to his parents, Clarence was predeceased by his three sisters. Clarence is survived by his daughter Pam Rose, granddaughter, Stephanie Cather, greatgrandchildren, Tyler Cather and Krista Cather. A Committal Service will be held on Monday, Oct. 27 at 10 a.m. at The Maryland Veterans Cemetery Columbarium, 11301 Crain Highway, Cheltenham, Md. 20623. Funeral arrangements are being handled by BrinsfieldEchols Funeral Home, P.A. 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, Md. 20622. Condolences may be made to the family at: www.brinsfieldecholsfuneral.com

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On Friday, Oct. 24, the Southern Community Center, in Lusby, celebrated the Halloween season by hosting the “Great Pumpkin Run,” “Pumpkin Painting and “Halloween Extravaganza: Costume Contest and Kids getting ready for the Great Pumpkin Race Monster Mash Bingo.” Recreation Coordinator Diane Holloway and Assistant Recreation Coordinator Sandy Abell organized the Great Pumpkin Run. The toddlers warmed up for their race by dancing to songs like the Hokey Pokey. The event encouraged kids to dress up and their costumes ranged from a pumpkin to a solider in the Army. The race had 12 runners and Noah, who brought along a pumpkin but opted out from dressing up, won the race. The race was held at 10:30 a.m., the pumpkin painting was held right after at 11 a.m. and the Halloween Extravaganza event was held at 5:30 p.m. The Great Pumpkin Race and the pumpkin painting were for children ages two to five. Participants in the Halloween Extravaganza were encouraged to dress up in their scariest, funniest or most original costume and all ages were welcomed. The event featured hulahoop contests, dance contests and minute-to-win it style games. Prizes were handed out for all three events. The next event at the community center is the Halloween Bash on Oct. 31 from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. The event is $6 and for ages two to five. The Southern Community Center is located at 20 Appeal Lane in Lusby. For more information on various events in the county visit www.co.cal.md.us/calendar. aspx. lauren@somdpublishing.net

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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The Arc of Southern Maryland is making an effort to recognize local employers during National Disability Employment Awareness Month. There are a number of employers that employ individuals with developmental and physical disabilities, some of whom are clients of the Arc of Southern Maryland, according to Arc of Southern Maryland Development Manager Nkeshi Free. Supporting businesses that employ individuals with disabilities deserve recognition for two reasons, Free said – supporting them allows them to continue employing people and they deserve the recognition for supporting their communities. For the community as a whole, seeing individuals with disabilities in everyday locations removes the stigma associated with disabilities, Free said. Having a job is a huge confidence booster for individuals with disabilities, Free said. It allows them to have a measure of independence and gives them a confidence boost. She has known people through the Arc of Southern Maryland who have moved into independent living situations and purchased their own vehicles because of the local employers who gave them a chance. The Arc of Southern Maryland recognizes local “You never know what you can do until you do it,” Free businesses for supporting individuals with disabilities. said. Getting employed is not easy, and it’s been getting more challenging, Free said. Employers are depending more and Employers in St. Mary’s County more on computers and only accepting online applications. Holiday Inn The application systems will kick an individual out if they indicate they don’t have a high school diploma, Free said. InCarter Building dividuals with developmental disabilities have two options World Gym (3 different locations) in high school – they can complete the track for a diploma, Giant or they can attend school until they are 21 and receive a certificate of completion. While the certificate is the same as the Outback diploma, computer programs don’t recognize it, Free said. Food Lion In addition to recognizing employers in October, the Burger King Arc of Southern Maryland names an employer of the year

LIBRARY ITEMS Explore starting a small business An informative session on starting a small business will be conducted at Lexington Park branch by a representative from the Small Business Administration on Oct. 31 at 10 a.m. The program will cover start-up basics as well as services and programs the SBA provides. Paying for college to be discussed Lexington Park branch will offer the Paying for College program on Nov. 3 at 6:30 p.m. Nadine Hutton, Director of Financial Aid for St. Mary’s College, will discuss options available for paying college expenses, FAFSA, student loads, and scholarships. Google, research paper basics and basic computer classes offered Basic introductory computer classes are being offered for adults on Mondays in November at 2 p.m. at Lexington Park. A class on using Google more effectively will be conducted at Lexington Park branch on Nov. 6 at 2 p.m. Leonardtown branch will offer a class on writing a college level research paper and formatting it using Word on Nov. 10 at 2 p.m. Registration is required for these classes.

Webinar scheduled for grant seekers Grant seekers can register for a webinar scheduled on Nov. 4 at 2 p.m. at Lexington Park branch that is designed to help them successfully manage life after the grant. They will learn about the best practices in managing reports and the communication necessary to build long term partnerships with foundations. Help available for job seekers The Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center will be at Charlotte Hall branch on Nov. 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Job seekers can stop by to receive job counseling and resume help, search for jobs and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange. Making math fun Fun and fascinating math activities are planned for middle and high school students along with their families at the Southern Maryland Math Circle to be held at Lexington Park branch on Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Conducted by St. Mary’s College faculty, the activities will inspire a love of mathematical exploration to everyone who attends. Snacks will be provided.

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during the annual awards banquet in December. The Arc of Southern Maryland is not alone in recognizing employers. While Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Crystal Haislip was at a conference with other service providers from across the state, they developed a Facebook page for people to talk about employers and their experiences with employees. sarahmiller@countytimes.net

Health Fair Makes Its Way to Higher Education Center By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer On Friday Oct. 24 the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center hosted the annual St. Mary’s County Department of Aging and Human Services Health Fair from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The event was for all ages, but the majority of the attendees were senior citizens. The fair had over 75 exhibitors, which were lined up and down the hallway of the higher education center. The participants were able to benefit from skin; vision; hearing and leg vein screenings, receive their flu shot from Medstar St. Mary’s Hospital Health Connections for $20, find out their blood pressure and body mass index (BMI) and information about balance and falls and their pulse oximetry, which is a technique used to monitor oxygenation. The fair also had several presentations including Medical Orders for Life; Living with Diabetes; Identification Theft and Telemarketing Fraud; and the Ebola Virus, which was

added to the event due to the recent outbreak of the virus. “We are so pleased to offer this important and up-to-date information about the Ebola virus and how it relates to our community,” said event coordinator Jennifer Stone. “This topic is timely and relevant and the Health Fair will serve as a great opportunity to educate the community about the virus. Knowledge and good preparation are the keys to remaining safe,” she said. The health fair handed out door prizes and gift cards and the Sheriff’s Office collected expired and outdated prescription medications. The event also had a commercial shredder truck from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for attendees to dispose all their unwanted documents. The event was free and pre-registration was not required. The Higher Education Center is located at 44219 Airport Road in Hollywood. lauren@somdpublishing.net

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Programs and Activities

SENIOR LIVING Hearing and Balance Function

Pinpointing a particular cause for an individual’s hearing loss is often not possible. Typically, it is a combination of factors that have permanently damaged the hearing organ over time. But, did you know audiology isn’t only about hearing? Audiology is the discipline involved in the identification, diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of hearing and balance disorders. On Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 10 a.m., Dr. Gina Diaz, Audiologist at Hearing Professionals discusses how hearing loss, dizziness, vertigo and tinnitus affect emotions, overall physical being and treatment options to minimize the impact on your daily routine. FREE. Register in advance for this program by calling 301-4754200, ext. 1050.

Senior Hoops

Pick-up basketball games will be held in the Margaret Brent Recreation Center during this six-week session, Fridays, Nov. 7 – Dec. 19 (no play Nov 28). Players must be over the age of 50. From 10-11 a.m. play will be full court, competitive play; and from 11 – Noon will be half court recreational/leisurely play. Games are open to both males and females. Advance registration is required. Players must register at the Garvey Senior Activity Center in Leonardtown. Cost is $12. For more information, call 301-475-4200, ext. 1050.

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The Triad/SALT and the St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services and Technology have paired together to offer the community a VIP tour of the Emergency Communications Center (911 call center) on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2014. Lunch will be served at noon at the Garvey Senior Activity Center, the presentation and tour will follow afterward. Lunch is $6.00 for

those under 60; by donation for all others. When registering for this presentation, please advise if you would like to opt out of lunch. A representative of the Emergency Communications Department (911 call center) will give you an inside look on what happens when you dial 911, how to prepare for an emergency and other invaluable inside knowledge that just might save you or a loved one’s life!

Sew a Tote Bag at Loffler

With the holidays coming up, now is the perfect time for you to make a custom tote bag that can be used for shopping or for gift-giving. If you have always wanted to sew or if it’s just been a long time since you’ve sat down at a sewing machine, this is the ideal project for you. Simple yet elegant, these gorgeous bags are made of strong upholstery fabric and are very unique. This workshop will be held at the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Thursday, Nov. 6 at 10 a.m. There is no cost for this workshop and all materials are supplied. To sign up, call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the reception desk at the Loffler Senior Activity Center by Friday, Oct. 31.

Flu Shot Clinic at Loffler Senior Activity Center Friday, Nov. 7

Just in case you haven’t had a chance to get your flu shot, it’s not too late. Rite-Aid will be providing flu shots at Loffler Senior Activity Center on Friday, Nov. 7; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Bring your Medicare or other insurance card because it is covered 100% by most insurances including Medicare, Medicaid MCOs, Tricare, Blue Cross BlueShield, CareFirst, BlueCross Federal, Aetna, Cigna, and United Healthcare. If you do not have an insurance card, the cost is $31.99 for the regular vac-

cine and $48.99 for the high dose (HD) flu vaccine. Walk-ins are welcome, but it is helpful to let the Rite-Aid staff know an approximate number of participants so please call 301-737-5670, ext. 1658 by Nov. 5 if you plan to come or for any questions.

Free Skin Cancer Screening coming up

Staff from MD Dermatology will be at Loffler Senior Activity Center on Thursday, Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for free skin cancer screening. Make an appointment by calling 301-737-5670, ext. 1658. Walk-ins are welcome and will be seen on a space-available basis though appointments are preferred.

Easy Listening Lounge for Lunchtime Listeners

On Friday, Nov. 14 from noon to 12:45 p.m., reserve your seat for the ‘Easy Listening Lounge for Lunchtime Listeners.’ Ms. Meleah Backhaus Shrout is a pianist, composer and private piano instructor. Her students will showcase their talents with a holiday band and chorus recital as entertainment. Sign up for a home-cooked sliced Pork BBQ lunch by calling 301-475-4002, ext. 1001 to reserve lunch by noon Wednesday, November 12. Cost for lunch is by donation for seniors 60 and older; $6 for others.

Breakfast Café

On Wednesday, Nov.5, at 9 a.m., the breakfast café will be serving French toast, bacon, home fries and fruit at the Northern Senior Activity Center. Let us do the cooking and cleanup in the morning while you enjoy a great start to your day and good conversation with others. Breakfast is homemade by Ginger and served with complimentary beverages. Cost is only $2 per person and sign up and payment is due by 9 a.m. the day before. Please call 301-475-4002, ext. 1001 with any questions.

Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-737-5670, ext. 1652; Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050 Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 1001 Visit the Department of Aging’s website at www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information.

Margaret Medley Gibbons By Linda Reno Contributing Writer Margaret Medley married Thomas Gibbons, a widower with five grown children, January 1, 1820. On April 12 of that year, Thomas made his will and by June 13 he was dead. Margaret, no spring chicken herself, then lived with a sister, Elizabeth (Medley) Baxter, wife of John Baxter. Later she lived with the family of John Wherritt. On December 30, 1823 Margaret sent word to James Hebb (executor of her husband’s will) that she wanted to see him. He found Margaret very ill and close to death. She asked him to write her will in which she bequeathed all of her estate to Mrs. Susan Wherritt and Susan’s daughters,

Rebecca and Betsy Wherritt. Hebb wrote the will as directed, read it to her, and she acknowledged the document as her will. The witnesses were James Hebb, Margaret Ford and Catherine Ford. Within a few hours Margaret died. When it came time to probate the will, John Baxter filed a caveat with the Orphan’s Court saying he intended to prove that Margaret was of unsound mind and after she made the will “she regretted the same frequently after signing the same, and declared that she did not wish that to be considered her will.” On June 8, 1824 James Hebb was questioned. He said that Allanson Ford who lived with Mr. Wherritt came for him and and told him that Mrs. Gibbons was very sick and wished to see him. He said he had known Margaret Gibbons

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17-18 years and while “the report of the neighborhood was that she was hysterical and did take a little too much to drink at times he himself never saw her out of the way.” Mr. Hebb said Margaret told him the reasons for making her will as she had done was in consequence of ill treatment by Mr. and Mrs. Baxter—“that she had rather see her property in the river than see it go to them and that her then sickness had been occasioned by attending on them.” Margaret died with three to four hours after making her will. Mr. Hebb was asked what Mrs. Gibbons’ estate consisted of and he answered “A note of hand of James Hebb for $400, a bed and some other little articles.” Mrs. Margaret Ford was then questioned.

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She had known Mrs. Gibbons eight years. She said Margaret had been sick 8-10 days before the will was made. Mrs. Ford said she “found her [Margaret] very low, did not think she would die as soon as she did, and she was perfectly in her senses.” When asked if when Margaret lived with the Baxters if they lived peaceably and friendly, she responded she never saw anything to the contrary. Mr. Hebb added that when Margaret lived with the Baxters, she was charged room and board. The court adjourned to the second Tuesday in July 1824 but on that date and for months after I found no further record of this case. The will was probated on Feb. 24, 1826.

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Get the Zout Out

By Shelby Oppermann Contributing Writer

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Oh gosh, it’s happening. I am starting to be that person who walks around with glasses on top of her head looking all over the house for her glasses. But for me, it wasn’t glasses (though I am pretty sure I have done that too) it was spot remover. I swear it must have been a half hour or more that I was walking all over the house looking for my Zout laundry spot remover. Where was it? Hanging from my hand along with a piece of mail I was taking to the mailbox. My husband didn’t even notice it there while I was muttering, “Where the heck did I put that Zout? I just had it!” And of anything in the house, Zout is the last thing I want to lose. Speaking of Zout, if you are ever looking for a spot remover for set in carpet stains or ink on beautifully embroidered, yet ruined tapestries from the 17th century, then Zout is for you. A few months ago we had a wonderful evening where my husband made his famous smoked tenderloin on the smoker grill my oldest son gave him for Christmas. I had my husband use those disposable metal trays to marinate it in instead of my old enamelware 13” x 9” x 2”’s. The reason being that the smoker grill blackens everything and the enamelware takes hours with a Brillo pad to scrub. The only problem with the flexible metal trays is that yes, they are flexible, and will bend and leak as you are taking said beef tenderloin down split level steps, through the basement, and out the back door to the smoker grill. The steps didn’t fare too well. I immediately and for the next few months tried every spot remover, detergent, and cleaner known to man on those spills that covered four or more steps. Just as I had given up and thought, so what, Halloween is coming and we will have 50+ people coming in and out of our home for the evening, I remembered my “Magnificent Incident” of the hundreds of years old tapestry. A customer we had at the old Two Rivers gallery and Framing in Lexington Park brought in this beautiful tapestry to be framed, but she had five young daughters at the time who had written all over it with ink, and spilled some other stain all over it. She said, “It isn’t worth it to frame it is it? “ I said, I thought it was still beautiful so she gave it to me. I tacked it up over my bed for a while and then thought why don’t I spray it with Zout and hair spray like I do my clothes that get stained at work or from painting. So I sprayed it up, threw all two feet by six feet of it in the washing machine and dryer, and it came out beautiful and not smelling of a few hundred years of dust as well. You can probably guess what happened next. I made the mistake of showing her how beautiful the tapestry came out. I saw the look in her eye, and gave it back to her. And my boss got a great framing job out of it. My question now was (and now that I finally found that the Zout hanging in my hand) would it work the same way on these long term stains? It did! And just like magic. I used an old damp washcloth and sprayed each area with Zout, and they were gone! I love it when a product works, and not even for its intended use – which is ring around the color and laundry stains. It has been around for years, but I think I have only ever seen one commercial for it. If you go out and try to buy all my Zout, please leave one or two for me. Or hopefully, I will get to the store before you read this and grab a couple more. Because I think I am going to need a lot of it for the day after Halloween. Have a happy and safe Halloween everyone!! To each new day’s adventure, Shelby

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Thursday, October 30, 2014