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Hogan’s Budget Funds New Higher Ed. Building By Guy Leonard Staff Writer

Gov. Larry Hogan’s fiscal 2019 budget includes $28.4 million to begin construction on the highly anticipated third building at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center (SMHEC). This third building will be the hub of unmanned and autonomous systems research and development led by the University System of Maryland, raising hopes that the county and the region at large can develop high technology for civilian commercial use and diversify the local economy away from the military. County Commissioner Todd Morgan, long a supporter of the project, was ecstatic upon learning of the funding in the governor’s proposed budget. “We’ve been battling for this down here for a long time,” Morgan told The County Times, noting the progress already being made at the University System of Maryland’s UAS Test Site nearby the higher education center on Airport Drive in California and the expansion of the St. Mary’s County Regional Airport. “What a great place to get it,” he said of the site for the third building. “We’ve been making base hits but were scoring runs now.” Several years ago when the struggle to get funding for the new building began, the commissioners voted to set aside $1million of county tax payers’ funding for the project. Morgan said that investment was paying dividends now. “We put our money where our mouth is and the governor is following through,” Morgan said. The $28.4 million in the state budget will allow for ground break-

ing of the new facility but the overall cost of the project is $80 million. Mel Powell, executive director of SMHEC, also confirmed that the state university system would be taking over the entire operation at the facility this year as part of an agreement with the board of governors. “The chancellor’s office [of the university system] will be taking over the entire operation as of July 1,” Powell told The County Times Wednesday. “That’s the plan, it’s all a matter of working out a memorandum of understanding (MOU). Apart from the MOU, legislation would be required to set up a funding process for the takeover, Powell said. The current board of governors would become an advisory board and lose its ability to make policy, Powell said, adding that “the board is in agreement with this process.” The funding for the third building should be available to begin construction this summer. The county commissioners, along with the governor and U.S. Rep Steny Hoyer, recently dedicated a new business incubator that will help start up companies with bringing their products to civilian markets. The incubator is tied to the University System of Maryland’s UAS test site located at the St. Mary’s County Airport. The airport has also seen major expansions in the past year with contractors bringing in aircraft maintenance business from foreign countries. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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County Budget Numbers In Flux By Guy Leonard Staff Writer

A proposed public schools budget of $219 million, an $8 million increase over last year’s, is coming face to face with a fiscal 2019 county budget of just $223.2 million, just $3.2 million more than last year. It’s less than a 1 percent increase projected over last year’s budget. But even the county’s budget numbers are set to decrease as revenue estimates are believed to be lower than hoped. Commissioners have already signaled that their initial growth projection on income tax revenues of 3.5 percent will have to be taken down to just 3 percent. The result is a bleak outlook for any increase for schools funding; the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County have already told the Board of Education that there is just a meager $156,537 for schools in the budget for maintenance of effort. The county’s reserves consist of $45.3 million, including 6 percent bond rating reserve of $13.3 million and a rainy day fund of $1.6 million. That leaves $30.4 million in the unassigned category the county commissioners could use for any number of budgetary items. But Commissioner Tom Jarboe said there is no support so far for dipping into county reserves and giving it to the school board. “We would only use our reserves for capital projects,” Jarboe told The County Times in a Monday interview. “We don’t want to use reserves for recurring costs. “We don’t blur the two.” Some of the $8.5 million increase would pay for salary increases, particularly $2.1 million to fund negotiated agreements with school system employees. The school system proposed budget also asks for another $1.8 million additional for computers, furniture and textbooks. Jarboe said Schools Superintendent Scott Smith had already met with certain county commissioners, though not all at once, to discuss his budget proposal. “We basically told [Smith and his staff] that it’s a non-starter,” Jarboe said. “They had based their budget on the 3.5 percent income tax estimate.” Jarboe said the final numbers for tax year 2016 for income tax revenues was

$80.2 million or just 1.8 percent more than the previous tax year at $78.7 million. County figures using state final tax amounts showed that from tax years 2014 through 2016 showed a 3.46-percent growth in income tax revenue. The actual income tax revenues for tax year 2017 are as yet still unknown, Jarboe said. Jarboe said the county has already come up $400,000 short compared to last year’s operating budget and a deficit has already been predicted for next year’s budget. Despite reductions in unemployment to just about 4 percent and continued issuing of building permits, Jarboe said it was still not enough to boost flat revenue projections. “We’re not bringing in new jobs down here,” Jarboe said. “Land values are completely flat, the only growth in assessments is in commercial.” Flat property assessments combined with going to constant yield on property taxes meant a net loss on tax revenues as well, he said. The budget picture means that a plan from the county Human Resources department to increase salaries across the board would likely not get much traction, either. “You’re not going to see any tax increases, but you’re also not going to see any tax cuts,” Jarboe said. “And you’re not going to see increases in anybody’s salaries.” Commissioner Mike Hewitt said he likewise thought the county would have to be cautious in its budgeting and spending this year, predicting flat funding for county departments and calling for no new programs or initiatives. The one thing that bothered him, though, was why the state’s revenue estimates were so low for St. Mary’s. Lower unemployment, continued issuance of building permits and new commercial construction coming on line meant that the county should be showing greater revenue collection. “All the metrics are there for us to do well,” Hewitt said. “I don’t understand the factors the state is producing. “I haven’t been able to see why we had such a big drop [in revenues.]” Because of the uncertainty surrounding budget numbers, Hewitt was not sure that the 3 percent estimate on income tax revenues would be attainable. “I’m concerned that we’ll make 3 percent,” he said. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Hogan Administration Takes Action to Help Small Businesses Comply With Paid Sick Leave Bill  Governor Larry Hogan today issued Executive Order 01.01.2018.04 creating the Office of Small Business Regulatory Assistance to assist small businesses in complying with House Bill 1 (HB1), the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act, passed by the Maryland General Assembly over the governor’s veto. As stipulated in the Maryland Constitution under Article II, Sec. 24, the Maryland General Assembly has 50 days to consent or pass a resolution of disapproval. “We all agree that hardworking Marylanders need and deserve access to paid leave, and our administration is committed to providing these benefits to workers without crushing small mom-and-pop businesses and killing thousands of jobs,” said Governor Hogan. “Now that legislators have openly admitted that there are serious problems with the bill that they passed, I hope we can all come together to find real, common sense solutions. In the meantime, it is our responsibility to use every tool at our disposal to ensure that our small businesses can continue to create good jobs for thousands of Marylanders.” The order reorganizes state government to create the Office of Small Business Regulatory Assistance, directs the Governor’s Business Ombudsman Randall Nixon to serve as Executive Director, and moves employees from the Office of Small Business Resources under the Department of Commerce to staff the new office. The office will be housed and report directly to Secretary Kelly Schulz within the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation, the agency tasked with promulgating regulations for the new law. “A strong and healthy workforce benefits all Marylanders, and the Hogan administration is committed to expanding access to paid leave for workers,” said Nixon. “The Office of Small Business Regulatory Assistance stands ready to help businesses provide these benefits for their employees while ensuring they can continue to grow Maryland’s economy and create jobs.” Immediately upon establishment of the office, Nixon contacted the over 1,000 small businesses and workers who previously provided their information to the governor’s Committee on Paid Leave Policy in order to solicit their input and provide a venue to address their concerns. He also contacted every member of the Maryland General Assembly, asking them to refer any small businesses in their districts now being mandated to comply with the new law. The governor’s order specifies that

the new office will assist businesses with the implementation of the new law, facilitate responsiveness of state government to small business needs, and serve as a central clearinghouse of information for business assistance programs and services available in the state. The office will be required to report to the governor and the legislature regarding problems encountered by small businesses complying with the law and its regulations and recommend policy improvements and solutions. The governor’s order follows widespread calls by legislators to fix serious flaws in HB1 and delay the bill’s implementation by 90 days due to its potential negative impact on small businesses. The governor continues to call on the legislature to pass his Paid Leave Compromise Act of 2018, which would address HB1’s most punitive provisions for employers, and his Small Business Relief Tax Credit, which will provide direct aid to help with compliance costs. Leading legislators indicated willingness to take up the governor’s proposals following last week’s vote. “For more than a year, I have implored legislators to work with us in a bipartisan fashion to make sure we get this right for Maryland workers and job creators. There is still time to work together to ensure our small businesses and workers are protected and provided the benefits they need,” said the governor. In November 2016, Governor Hogan became the first Republican governor in the nation to advocate for paid sick leave legislation by proposing the Common Sense Paid Leave Act of 2017. The legislature did not act on the governor’s bill and instead passed HB1, which the governor vetoed while simultaneously announcing actions to expand paid leave benefits within the executive branch of state government and creating the Committee on Paid Leave Policy to study the issue. After conducting in-depth research and over 100 interviews with workers and business owners across the state, the Committee issued its final report to the governor in November 2017, which identified key flaws in HB1 and recommended solutions. The governor subsequently proposed the Paid Leave Compromise Act of 2018 and the Small Business Relief Tax Credit, both of which are pending before the General Assembly. Maryland small business operators and workers can contact the Office of Small Business Regulatory Assistance at Small.Business@Maryland.gov.

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MLK Day Speaker Calls People to Serve By Guy Leonard Staff Writer

Nandi Crosby-Jordan, a sociology professor and St. Mary’s College of Maryland graduate, told attendees of the 14th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. prayer breakfast at the college that if they would see a more just world they must learn to serve others. “As a social justice warrior… our work is not to figure out what the world owes us,” Crosby-Jordan, a professor at Chico State University in California, said. “Our job in serving others is to remain humble, truthful and transparent.” She quoted King’s sermon given on Feb. 4, 1968, “Drum Major Instinct” by saying that if one wishes to be great then they must do so by serving others in love. “Yes, Jesus, I want to be on you right or your left side, not for any selfish reason. I want to be on your right or your left side, not in terms of some political kingdom or ambition,” she quoted. “But I just want to be there in love and in justice and in truth and in commitment to others, so that we can make of this world a new world.” Crosby-Jordan told those gathered that being great was a dream within reach. “Everybody can be great because everybody can serve,” she said, praying for a “heart for grace and a soul generated by love.”

Other guest speakers such as U.S. Rep. Steny Hoyer said that racism and prejudice were far from beaten in modern times. “It’s been almost half-a-century since King was struck down and yet we still saw those agents at work in places like Charlottesville,” Hoyer said, calling the riots there last year involving white supremacists as promoting “slavery sedition, segregation and treason.” He blamed President Trump for “rationalizing such behavior” and speaking “hateful words to immigrants in general.” “This is unacceptable in America,” Hoyer said. Gail Harmon, one of the members of the Board of Trustees for the college said there are “people who want to take us back 200 years to a disgraceful time.” Del. Deb Rey (R-Dist. 29 B), who was in attendance, said she was disappointed Hoyer brought Trump into the speech, but understood why Hoyer did so given questions about the chief executive’s alleged comments about immigrants from “[expletive] hole countries.” “Other than those few statements I thought he gave a really good speech,” Rey said of Hoyer’s overall remarks commemorating King’s legacy. “I’m just glad he didn’t make the whole speech political.” guyleonard@countytimes.net

Town Elections May 1 By Guy Leonard Staff Writer

By mid-Spring there will be at least two new faces on the Leonardtown Town Council since Leslie Roberts, who has served in one capacity or another in the town for about 20 years and Roger Mattingly have decided not to seek reelection. “I’ve been on the council since 2004,” Roberts said Wednesday. “It’s time to turn over the reins.” Roberts has also served on the town’s planning commission and planning board of appeals. “Before I was on the council there was no Leonardtown Wharf, winery or Leonard’s Grant,” she said. “I think I’ve accomplished quite a bit.” Mattingly said he was stepping down because of a promise he had made. “I’m a firm believer in term limits,” Mattingly said. “Two terms is enough.” Mattingly said the town was blessed with a good staff and relationships with other agencies. “I loved serving with great people,” Mattingly said. “I think getting the new building for the town government and library in town were big accomplishments. “Those were huge for us.” Roberts was also heavily involved in groups like the Maryland Municipal League, which often meant nighttime drives to Annapolis for meetings.

“Being involved in the town government isn’t just attending one workshop and one meeting every month,” Roberts said. “They should be involved in the community and have good relationships with the county commissioners.” Perhaps the most valuable commodity a candidate could bring to the table was energy for the job, she said. “It would be good to get some people who can throw themselves into the job,” said Roberts. The council seat currently held by Tom Combs is also open to other candidates and the incumbent said he is also seeking reelection. “I’m interested in infrastructure more than anything else,” Combs said. “Water and sewer are critical. “I want to help the town map out its future.” Combs said the town has many other aging water and sewer lines that will need attention in the coming years and that the town must plan for growth. “We’re going to have a lot of demand for it, we hope, in the next few years,” Combs said. The deadline for filing to run in the Leonardtown Town Council is April 16, said Town Administrator Laschelle McKay. guyleonard@countytimes.net

Nandi Crosby-Jordan speaking on King’s legacy at St. Mary’s College.

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Let CSM Help You Get Fit for the New Year By Casey Bacon Contributing Writer

As the new year rolls around, the inevitable convention of resolutions to better one’s self comes with it. Though wellintentioned, within a few weeks most are abandoned for the old habits of the past, with getting into shape being one of the most-popular—and most failed—annual goals. The benefits from a regular 30 minutes of exercise a day are abundant and familiar, from weight control to disease prevention to mood improvement and more, but many find that they don’t have the time or resources to dedicate to daily workouts. Though they can’t dedicate the time for you, the wellness, fitness, and aquatics (WFA) centers at the College of Southern Maryland’s campuses provide convenient, clean, and convivial environments to get and stay in shape, whether you’re committed to serious daily workouts in the new year or looking for more casual visits for your own pleasure. “CSM prides itself on being more than just a ‘gym,’” WFA Assistant Director Kyle Kebaugh explains. “We prefer to define our facilities as an educational

and recreational resource” to both students and the community, and “aim to promote physical, social, and emotional health and wellness.” With both fitness and aquatic centers across their campuses, the spread of the college across Southern Maryland allows membership for all area residents. Both La Plata and Leonardtown feature the latter, each boasting “state-of-the-art,” 25-yard pools at their facilities where members can enjoy a variety of classes for an even broader array of interests and skill levels. Adult aquatics classes offered range from the very basics in “beginning swimming” to “aquatic Zumba,” a “fun, low-impact” version of traditional Zumba classes, while the youth aquatics program offers “Red Cross-level” swimming courses for those as young as six months and through to skills improvements for teenagers. For those with children interested in or already active on swim teams, the college’s competitive swim program offers beginner-to-advanced-level classes for those looking to develop or maintain a competitive edge in swimming. Courses aren’t just for personal enrichment, however: the college offers Red Cross-certified lifeguard training,

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classes to certify owners of pools and spas, and even licenses students to teach water-safety courses themselves. Leonardtown’s campus also operates a shallow therapy pool, opening up courses like “aquatic reconditioning” and “senior aquatic wellness” for those with disabilities or pain to improve their flexibility, strength, and endurance skills in a controlled, beneficial way. For those looking for a more traditional approach to exercise, the college’s La Plata, Leonardtown, and Prince Frederick campuses all hold fitness centers with gyms, exercise studios, and classrooms to meet the needs of its members. Yoga, Zumba, and Tai Chi offer the typical fitness class experience, while courses like “5K training for beginning runners” and “resistance training for women” present more goal-specific activities to students. Should a student’s fitness interests be more diverse, the college’s GroupEX Passport program allows members to cross-train with a varied, daily course list to create an exclusive exercise bill of their own. Membership is required to access any of the college’s wellness centers, but many options exist. Individual membership, valid at Leonardtown and La Plata

campuses, allows access to open hours in the fitness center and pools, a monthly wellness program, and to all GroupEx classes; the Passport program can be used only at the campus it’s purchased. Additional members of your household may be added to your subscription to enjoy the same privileges at a reduced cost, and there are exclusive memberships offered to those over 50 with “Plus Fifty Encore Membership.” Daily visit punch passes are available to the more occasional visitor, which allows access to the college’s pool and fitness centers for the day. For students enrolled at the college, all wellness facilities are free; for those who are not, membership fees of some kind will be due on a quarterly basis. The wellness facilities are open in accordance with the semester calendar, and reopened for the 2018 year on Jan. 2. Hours of operation are dependent on the campus location and the day of the week; see the wellness center page of the college’s website to track your nearest campus’s accessibility. For more information about the courses offered and membership options, check out csmd.edu, call the noncredit information line at 301-539-4760, or email condeops@csmd.edu.

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Discover the Crossroads of the World with Adventures in Anthropology Lecture

St. Mary’s College welcomes Emad Khalil for the next Adventures in Anthropology lecture, Wednesday, Jan. 31, at 4:45 p.m. in Auerbach Auditorium in St. Mary’s Hall on the St. Mary’s College campus. Khalil is currently the professor of maritime archaeology in the department of archaeology and Greco-Roman studies at Alexandria University, Egypt. In his lecture, “Discussing The Crossroads of the Whole World,” Khalil will discuss the role the port city of Alexandria has played throughout history, and

how it was significantly influenced by three different environmental mediums, which converged at Alexandria and gave the city many of its special characteristics: the Mediterranean Sea, the River Nile, and Lake Mareotis. Khalil will examine this maritime network that converged at Alexandria in antiquity and the role it played in the development and prosperity of the city. This event is free of charge and open to the public. Khalil has been involved in several maritime and

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The Margaret Brent High School Alumni Association (MBHSAA) will be offering college scholarships to 2018 high school graduates who will be entering college for the first time. Each applicant must be a direct descendant of an alumnus of the Margaret Brent High School between the years of 1931 and 1965, before the high school became a middle school. Other requirements are listed on the appli-

cation form, which is available in the guidance offices or career centers at the local high schools. Forms may also be obtained by contacting Grace Bolton at 301-274-3486. The deadline for application submission is Saturday, Mar. 31. Awards will be made following graduation, along with proof of college registration. Press release by MBHSAA.

underwater archaeological projects that took place in Egypt, including the Pharos Project, the Sadana Island Shipwreck Excavation, the Lake Mareotis Research Project, and the Northwest Coast Shipwreck Survey. He has also given numerous lectures and presentations on maritime and underwater archaeology in different countries. Press release from the SMCM.

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The two pictured individuals are wanted for questioning regarding a fraud which occurred on April 25, 2017. The victim was approached by two individuals claiming to be from Africa and only in the United States to collect a civil settlement worth millions of dollars. During the course of the conversation, both suspects attempted to defraud the victim through deception stating they needed money to process the settlement, and after which the victim would receive a sum of money for their help. Anyone with information on this incident/and or the identity of the suspects is asked to contact Det. Brian Fennessey at

(301) 475-4200 extension * 8103, or by email at Brian.Fennessey@stmarysmd. com. Citizens may also contact “Crime Solvers” at (301) 475-3333, or text a tip to “TIP239” plus their message to “CRIMES” (274637). Theft Suspect- ID Needed The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the identity of the person pictured. On September 6, 2017, five suspects entered the Chick-fil-A Restaurant, located in California, Maryland, and removed a large water jug the establishment was using to collect monetary

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of Great Mills Road, located in Great Mills, DFC. Gaskill became aware of a trespasser who was riding his bicycle through the hallways. DFC. Gaskill contacted the suspect and identified him to be Donte James Jeter-Prince, age 19, of Lexington Park. Subsequent to arrest Jeter-Prince was found to be in possession of a folding knife. Jeter-Prince was arrested and charged with Trespass on school grounds, Dangerous Weapon on School Property, and Dangerous Weapon Conceal. CASE# 1255-18

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David Raley: Carrying on the Family Furniture Tradition nishings left after the Waldorf closing is the former local chain’s original location on Great Mills Road in Lexington Park. That store, opened by Bill Raley in 1958 spawned other siblings in Leonardtown, Charlotte Hall, Waldorf and Clinton. There also was a Raley’s in Prince Frederick, operated by Bill Raley’s cousin, L.G. Raley. The Furniture Gallery in Prince Frederick is the descendant of that Raley’s store and in the same location. And, it is being operated today by the only Raley remaining in the furniture business in Southern Maryland, David Raley, Bill’s son. Here’s how the history goes according to a bio written by Bill Raley about himself in 1972 and supplied by his widow, Julia “Judy” Raley. Bill was born David Raley outside the Furniture Gallery of Prince Nov. 24, 1927 in Scotland, MD Frederick to J. Frank Raley, Sr. and Ruth Zimmerman Raley. He was the One of the only independent, fam- brother of the late J. Frank Raley, Jr., a ily owned furniture stores in Southern former state senator. Maryland is called Furniture Gallery of Raley graduated from St. Michael’s Prince Frederick. It’s located in the Fox School and served two years in the U.S Run Shopping Center and owned by a Marine Corps (1946 to 1948). He marmember of the Raley family. It’s sur- ried Judy in 1949 after they met at a rounded in the rest of Southern Mary- baptism. At the time they had another land largely by chain stores, most of boyfriend and girlfriend. Bill asked which are in Waldorf. Judy to come along on a date with his The other major local furniture retail- girlfriend. She declined but later called er, Raley’s Sales Center, was purchased him asking advice about her boyfriend last year by Regency Furniture, which and from that they started dating and in addition to its warehouses in Bran- married six months later. dywine and elsewhere the DC region, After leaving University of Maryowns a dozen Ashley Home Stores and land (he went three years but never Marlo Furniture. Regency is advertis- earned his degree) he was working ing the closing of the Raley’s Waldorf for Parlett Gas when he met legendstore. Informed sources say that will be ary Lexington Park businessman Jack converted eventually to a Marlo store. Daugherty, founder of Maryland Bank The only other Raley’s Home FurBy Dick Myers Editor

Bill and L.G. Raley on a trip to Pittsburgh on the Broyhill jet.

Bill Raley and Tom Ostertag during an expansion of the Lexington Park store.

and Trust. He worked five years at Daugherty’s Merchandise Mart, which was at the Lexington Park store’s existing location. Raley partnered with Jack Aud for a furniture store on Route 235 in Lexington Park near the old Belvedere motel and restaurant. That partnership dissolved and in May of 1958 he purchased the Merchandise Mart and started Raley’s Home Furnishings. Bill Raley expanded his furniture business to Leonardtown, Waldorf and Clinton and also owned and operated Southridge Restaurant and motel in Ridge. His son David would eventually become manager of the restaurant. David, like many of the other family members, would work at the Lexington Park store. He remembers installing TV antennas all over Southern Maryland. Bill Raley died unexpectedly on September 5. 1984 at the age of 56. His widow remembers a man always on the go. He had been on his farm tractor a short time before he died. “Customer service and quality furniture,” was what he believed in, Mrs. Raley said.

With her husband’s passing, Judy Raley began a three-year tenure at the store, helping the family transition first from Bill’s cousin L.G. and then to her son Mike, who later suffered a stroke

David Raley and Carolyn Parker at the Furniture Gallery of Prince Frederick.

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if that means he just deals in high-end merchandise, he said he has a range for individual customer needs. Raley attends the furniture markets twice a year in North Carolina, just as his father and mother did, to keep up with what’s new. His lines include Flex Steel, Rowe, Englewood and Best. This is a good time to be buying furniture. Many stores have sales, including the going out of business sale at Raley’s in Waldorf, and Furniture Gallery is no exception. They have 20 percent off the first item, 15 percent off additional items and instant bonuses through Jan. 21. He said his store’s busiest times are September through November, when people start moving indoors from outside activities and notice more what they need in the house. Although his roots are in St. Mary’s County, David Raley Judy Raley in front of the Lexington Park Raley’s Sales has enjoyed having a business Center. in Prince Frederick, “I have enjoyed Calvert County imand was unable to continue, and then to mensely. They are the nicest people.” her daughter, Terri. Raley contracts out his delivery serL.G. opened a store in Prince Frederick in 1994 and called it Raley’s but vice and usually can get an item to the it was not part of the other stores in the customer in 4-6 weeks, although some family business. That Calvert County floor models can be hauled away dibusiness was sold 10 years later to a rectly. He has four full-time employees, company that eventually went belly up. several who have been with the store David Raley eyed the store and decided since its inception, including Carolyn he would rather run a furniture busi- Parker, who worked for L.G Raley 20 ness than a restaurant. He attempted to years ago. And as for that remaining Raley’s in purchase it before it went out of business. Ten years ago, he moved into the Lexington Park, everyone, including vacant space and established the new the members of the Raley family are Furniture Gallery. Now he is carrying waiting to see what will happen next on the banner of the same business that and whether the Raley’s name will survive. An inquiry to Regency Furniture was started 60 years ago by his father. Now firmly ensconced in a success- about that and the reasons for the Walful small business, David said he has dorf store closing were unreturned as applied what he learned from his fa- of press time. ther: “Take care of your customers and dickmyers@coutytines.net they will take care of you.” “I try not to sell what other businesses do. Quality is something that is very important to me.” When asked

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Preparing the Farm For the Next Generation Succession Workshop

The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC) is partnering with the University of Maryland, Maryland Department of Agriculture, Nationwide, and Alliance for the Bay to host an intensive, one-day workshop to assist farm owners and their families in planning for a smooth and secure transition of their farms from one generation to the next. This workshop is designed to help farm families navigate the often challenging and complex landscape of ownership transition, by providing helpful tips and communication strategies to begin exploring mutual goals and objectives. Participants will walk away with the tools they need to develop a farm succession plan, prepare family members

and engage them in the process to ensure the farm operation remains stable and continues to thrive. This workshop is recommended for all types of farm enterprise; all generations on the farm are encouraged to attend. The workshop will be held on Jan. 18 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the SMECO Auditorium, 15035 Burnt Store Rd., Hughesville, MD. A workshop fee of $10 includes materials and lunch. Register online at SuccessionWorkshopSoMD.eventbrite.com, or contact the Prince George’s County UMD Extension Office at 301-868-8780, or email kimrush@umd.edu. Press release by SMADC.

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The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC), of the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland, is pleased to announce Craig Sewell, of Anne Arundel County, as the new Livestock and Marketing Specialist for Southern Maryland Meats, a marketing program created to support the region’s livestock producers. A successful business owner, professional chef and restauranteur, Sewell brings a wealth of experience and entrepreneurship to the Southern Maryland Meats program. “With my long history of supporting local agriculture, marketing my own business and promoting the many advantages of Buying Local, I know better than most, the challenges facing local agricultural and food businesses,” commented Sewell. “To succeed in a truly global marketplace promoting local sourcing takes a multidimensional and relational approach to attract, service and maintain a customer base connecting them with their surrounding land, agriculture and livestock community.” Sewell is the former owner of A Cooks Café, which for 15 years has been at the forefront of the ‘Buy Local’ movement in Annapolis as one of the first restaurants in the area to source locally raised products and also develop a conduit for customers to buy local produce and meats through the restaurant’s CSA (Consumer Supported Agriculture) and Market Basket program. Sewell has developed long standing relationships with the region’s farmers and has worked cooperatively with SMADC staff over the years to promote local farms through SMADC’s regional “So. Maryland, So Good” and statewide “Buy Local Challenge”

marketing programs. “Craig is a very high integrity guy who has spent decades promoting local food and will be a great addition to the SMADC team,” commented Doug Hill owner of Cabin Creek Heritage Farm in Prince George’s County and a participant livestock producer of the Southern Maryland Meats program. Former Governor O’Malley also recognized Sewell’s contributions to Maryland’s farms by awarding him The Smart Green and Growing Governor’s Excellence in Supporting Maryland Farmer’s and Agriculture Award at the Maryland Department of Agriculture Buy Local Cookout in 2011. A graduate of Harvard University with a BA in economics, Sewell’s professional career has focused on his passion for local agriculture and the sustainability of local business. He served as founding president of the Annapolis Sustainable Business Alliance (a group of independent, local businesses with a mission to supporting locally owned businesses) and as Executive Director of both the National Trade and National Utility Locating Contractors Associations, and is a Master Gardener. Sewell will join the SMADC team to take on the full-time specialist position commencing January 16, 2018. “Craig’s extensive background in economics, marketing and promotion, as well as his experience working with local farmers will be a tremendous asset to our livestock producers and we look forward to seeing Craig take the Southern Maryland Meats program to the next level,” said SMADC Director Shelby Watson-Hampton. —SMADC Release

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Solomons Information Center Debuts New Gift Store The Calvert County Department of Economic Development announces the Solomons Visitor Information Center has opened a unique retail store offering local and regional gift items, including Taste of the Beaches cookbooks, handmade blue crab pottery, Calvert crab artistic renderings and much, much more. “We are very excited to offer visitors and our neighbors, one-of-kind gifts and keepsakes that highlight our area’s heritage and pride,” said Tourism Specialist Katie Brittain. “And while you’re shopping, we hope you take some time to talk with our knowledgeable staff to learn information about the county’s many local attractions, hotels, restaurants and events.”

The Solomons Visitor Information Center is currently open for its fall/winter hours: Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is located at 14175 Solomons Island Road South in Solomons, across from the Calvert Marine Museum. For more information about the Department of Economic Development, county sites and local attractions, call 410-535-4583 or 301-8551880, send an email to info@ecalvert.com, or visit online at www. chosecalvert.com-- and don’t forget to like Calvert County Government on Facebook for further updates and events happening around the county. Press release by Calvert County News.

County Libraries to Host National Issues Forum Discusssions

With the state of the world today, facilitating conversations about pivotal issues is crucial to improving them, and the National Issues Forum (NIF) is coming to Southern Maryland to do just that. The first in a series of NIF discussions begins this Saturday, Jan.13, at Charles County Public Library’s P.D. Brown Branch at 2 p.m. Two other discussions will be held on Jan. 27 at Calvert Library in Prince Frederick at 9:30 a.m., and later that same day at St. Mary’s County Library’s Lexington Park Branch at 2 p.m. Brad Gottfried, former president of the College of Southern Maryland, and his wife, Linda, will moderate the discussions. All three discussions will focus on the question, “How Should Communities Reduce Violence?” as part of an overall topic of “Safety and Justice.” NIF is a network of civic, educational (and other organizations) and individuals whose common interest is to promote public deliberation in America. It includes civic clubs, religious organizations, libraries, schools and many other groups that meet to discuss critical public issues. Forum participants range from teenagers to retirees, prison

inmates to community leaders, and literacy students to university students. NIF does not advocate specific solutions or points of view, but provides citizens the opportunity to consider a broad range of choices and meet with each other in a public dialogue to identify the concerns they hold in common. NIF booklets on the discussion topic of “Safety and Justice” are available to check out through all three county library systems. Additional copies will be made available on a first come, first served basis at the discussion programs. Though the programs are free and open to the public, seating is limited. Please go to SMRLA.org/NIF to register for a specific location/ program. For more information about the National Issues Forum, visit nifi. org. To learn more about the Southern Maryland Regional Library Association, visit smrla.org or call 301-884-0436.

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Partnership and Licensing Opportunities at the Navy Innovation Market

Calling all corporate executives, capital providers, private equity groups, investment banks and anyone interested in new technologies from regional Navy labs. Join Energetics Technology Center for the Navy Innovation Marketplace—an event featuring researchers and scientists from the Naval Air Warfare Centers – Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), the Weapons Division (NAWCWD), and Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division (IHEODTD). The event will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 7, at the Southern Maryland Higher Education Center. This showcase will highlight U.S. Navy technologies currently available for license and/or partnerships. Technology groups represented include Photonics, Firearms Training and Safety and Sensors. There will be technology pitches and presentations by government researchers, inventors, and scientists, all showcasing their innovative solutions to warfighter challenges along with commercial applications for their designs. The event kicks off with Ms. Leslie Taylor, Executive Director, NAWCAD and Mr. Ashley Johnson, Technical Director, IHEODTD, providing welcome re-

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Peter Corteau Conrad Peter Corteau Conrad died on December 10, 2017 in Leonardtown, Maryland. He was 88 years old. He was predeceased by his dear wife Judith Coville Conrad, who passed on March 6, 2014, their 60th wedding anniversary, and by his twin siblings Julia Conrad Byrne and John (Jack) Conrad. Pete is survived by brother Charles C. Conrad and by three children and their spouses, Emilie C. Griffin (Frank), Paul F. Conrad (Theresa) and Kathleen C. Spooner (Tom); and by six grandchildren and two grandsons in-law, Casey and Erin Griffin, Tory (Carl Bauer), Christina (Francis Czerner), Allie and Phoebe Conrad. Pete was born on June 12, 1929 to Charles and Julia Conrad of Arlington, Virginia where he grew up. The oldest of four children he graduated from Western High School in Washington, DC and attended Bullis Preparatory School prior to entering the United States Naval Academy, from which he graduated in 1953. His Naval career spanned 37 years from plebe year at the Academy to re-

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to their home on the Potomac River in Leonardtown, MD. Judy had found the rough hewn property more than 10 years earlier and over a decade they (mostly Judy) made changes, achieving a serene and beautiful home for their retirement. They were active in Leonardtown and St. Mary’s County communities, Judy with the North End Gallery and Pete with Our Lady’s Church, his golfing buddies and with his brother Charles supporting their nephews Peter and Gerald Byrne’s vision of starting and developing what is now a thriving wine grape vineyard at the family farm in Charlotte Hall, MD. Growing wine grapes led to Pete being a founding member of the St. Mary’s County Wine Growers Cooperative and being instrumental in establishing the Port of Leonardtown Winery. Pete’s activities lessened during the last two year’s of Judy’s life, when he took on the role of caregiver. As Judy’s health faded, Pete learned to cook and perform other domestic chores (theretofore unimagined by him) all at Judy’s direction and much needed careful supervision. He was dedicated to her during this time and described it as the best years of his life. He reengaged with the community after Judy’s passing renewing friendships and activities until his own health challenges slowed him down. At this point, his friends and community returned his love and generosity by providing fellowship and assistance during his time in need. His children and grandchildren, who live in Massachusetts, California and Oregon, greatly appreciate the support provided by Pete’s nearby family, friends and community. They took comfort in knowing that their father, while being far away, was far from alone. This help enabled Peter to live out his days at home on the Potomac as he wanted. Pete and Judy had a broad network of friends spanning their decades in the Navy and their adopted community in

retirement. Pete was keenly and genuinely interested in people and developed true and lasting friendships throughout his life. He made a point to stay in contact with family and friends, keeping up a busy regime of activities, phone calls, emails, cards and letters. His many friends describe him as a mentor, leader, patriot and a loyal and dedicated friend. Pete was a devout Catholic with a deep and abiding faith in God. He took great strength over the years from his faith and involvement with the Church and Catholic community. He was supportive and generous to friends, the Catholic church, the Naval Academy and charities that served those most in need. He will be missed by all those he touched in life and especially by his family for being a dedicated husband and father, a good friend, a genuine person and a generous man with a playful sense of humor and clever wit. A Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 22800 Washington Street, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.

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David J. Baird

David J. Baird, “Dave”, 88, of Great Mills, MD formerly of Springfield MA passed away on January 13, 2018 at his home. Born on December 6, 1929 in Springfield, MA he was the son of the late Sarah Coleman Baird and Robert Baird. Dave is survived by his loving wife Elsie E. Baird whom he married on October 23, 1981 in La Plata, MD. As well as his children; Owen J. Forster of La Plata, MD, brother; Robert Baird of IA, 2 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his children; Jill Woodyard, Steven M. Forster and his sister, Judith Sperini. Dave graduated from Springfield Technical High School in Springfield, MA in 1948. He enlisted in the U.S. Airforce in June of 1948 and was honorably discharged in April of 1974. He served for 23 years. While serving in the Airforce his duty stations included; Long Island, NY, Japan, Viet Nam, Philippines and Bolling Airforce Base. Dave was a Management Analyst for GSA in Washington, DC for 10 years retiring in 1986. He moved from Prince Georges County to St. Mary’s County in 1986. Dave enjoyed sports of all types, crabbing, playing bingo, cards and slots. A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, January 26, 2018 at 10:15 Am in Maryland Veterans Cemetery Cheltenham, MD with Pastor Dan Moore officiating. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. Leonardtown, MD 20650.

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John Robert Russell, Jr. John Robert Russell, Jr. (Bobby) was 87 years old of Leonardtown, MD, he died Thursday, January 11, 2018 at his residence. Born on April 22, 1930 in Leonardtown, MD, he was the son of the late Mary Russell and John Robert Russell. Bobby was the loving husband of the late Betty Russell whom he married in Our Lady’s Church at Medley’s Neck, Leonardtown, MD on August 23, 1952, and who preceded him in death on September 3, 2008. Bobby is survived by his children; Bobby Russell and his wife Cathy of Chaptico, MD, Betty Carter and her husband Ray of Valley Lee, MD. Grandchildren; Barbara Lynn Henderson and her husband Wayne, Jennifer Ann Henderson and her husband Eddie, Jessica Irene Sotelo and her husband JP, Kimberly Fenters and her husband Zach, Ashley Russell and her fiancé Eddie Sigmon and Sam Carter. As well as great grandchildren; Wayne Henderson, Jr, Jasmine Henderson, Darrick Henderson, Devin Henderson, Connor

Henderson, Justin Henderson, Peyton Sotelo, Avery Fenters, Eddie Sigmon, Jourdan Carter, Kevin Carter, and his sister; Alice Owens of Clinton, MD. He was preceded in death by his brothers and sister; James Russell of Leonardtown, MD, Madeline Langely of Solomons, MD, Teresa Dowell of Prince Frederick, MD, and Patricia McCready of Solomons, MD. Bobby worked as a waterman, a truck driver for RC Cola, and retired as a St. Mary’s County School Bus Driver. Mr. Russell was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County. Bobby enjoyed Racing Boats in his younger days. He also loved seeing his grandkids and great grandkids, who knew him as Pop Pop. Mr. Russell was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend. He is proceeded in death by the love of his life of 50 years Betty Russell. Contributions may be made to the Leonardtown Volunteer Rescue Squad P.O. Box 299 Leonardtown, MD 20650.

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Forrest Center Hosting Annual Tech Expo 24005 Point Lookout Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650 5:30 PM-8:00 PM The Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center (Forrest Center) will host its eighteenth annual Forrest Center Tech Expo on Thursday, January 18, 2018, 5:30-8:00 p.m., at the school site located at 24005 Point Lookout Road, directly across from the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds in Leonardtown, Maryland. The purpose of the Forrest Center Tech Expo is to familiarize students and parents with Career and Technology Education (CTE) career options offered by the St. Mary’s County Public Schools. This is an opportunity to meet the staff at the Forrest Center and to learn about the 24 completer programs (including the MIFRI Fire and Rescue/EMS program at an off campus location) and the four elective classes currently offered. Middle school and high school counselors will be available to answer questions about career clusters and to assist students in planning their academic program. The Forrest Center will provide special presentations for parents to explain the registration process and how to incorporate Forrest Center programs into their student’s schedule. Zumba Fitness Classes No Contract, No Membership! 46925 Crocus St., Lexington Park, Maryland 20653 6:00 PM-7:00 PM Happy new year to you and all the Zumbera’s and Zumbero’s Start 2018 off on the dance floor. Zumba Fitness Classes are back! It’s time to start that new year’s resolutions with some great Zumba Fitness classes! Come and check out our NEW LOCATION!

Friday, January 19 LULU’S FATE Calvert Marine Museum 7:00 PM-9:00 PM The Maritime Performance Series presents LULU’S FATE in the Harms Gallery. Doors open at 6 pm with beer and wine for sale. Lulu’s Fate performs a mix of music from the Appalachian, southern string band, and country blues traditions, as well as early swing, gospel, original tunes and covers ranging from Hank Williams to Tom Waits. Comprised of Tom Espinola on mandolin & guitar, Kristen Jones on cello, and singer Kara Bolling, the trio blends virtuosic instrumentals with lush

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Saturday, January 20 Seafood Feast St. Paul’s Parish, Baden, MD, 13500 Baden Westwood Rd 4:00 PM-7:00 PM All You Can Eat Seafood Feast by Thompson’s Seafood Catering. Adults—Advance—$25.00, At the Door—$30.00 Children 7-12 Yrs.—$10.00, 6 and Under Free Menu Includes: Steamed Shrimp, Fried Oysters, Baked Haddock, Fried Chicken, Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Green Beans, Hushpuppies and Beverages Bake Table and 50/50 Raffle (need not be present to win) Inclement Weather Date: January 27, 2018 Mechanicsville Moose Lodge Hold Em Tournament and Poker Night Mechanicsville Moose Lodge, Mechanicsville Md 20659 5:00 PM-11:30 PM BUY IN $80.00 30 MINUTE BLINDS $12,000 IN CHIPS PAY $5.00 XTRA FOR $3,000 IN CHIPS THIS IS A BOUNTY TOURNAMENT. $10.00 BOUNTY CHIP, DOORS OPEN @ 4PM TOURNAMENT WILL START AT 5PM SIGN-UP BY CALL OR TEXT NO LATER THAN 4:45 TO OBTAIN A TOURNAMENT SEAT 1, $2 NO LIMIT CASH GAMES WILL BEGIN AS PLAYERS AND DEALERS ARE AVAILABLE, BUY IN $50.00 TO $300.00 Swing and Ballroom Dance Little Flower School, Route 5, Great Mills, MD 7:00 PM-10:00 PM Ring in the New Year with some dancing! Come for a beginner-level dance lesson from 7-8 p.m., and stay for dancing to music of all kinds from 8-11 p.m. No experience required! Singles always welcome! Bring a snack to share; water will be provided. Cost: $10 per person. The dance is sponsored by the Knights of Columbus of Holy Face Church. For more information, email silvernagelga@gmail.com or call 240-577-0153.

Sunday, January 21 Bridal Open House at Ocean Hall in Bushwood 36889 Bushwood Wharf Road, Bushwood, MD 20618 12:30 PM-3:30 PM Free Open House to engaged couples to visit Ocean Hall in Bushwood. Take a tour of the house, stroll along our large private beach, or walk and enjoy our yard. Light refreshments will be served. Start planning your special day. Let us make your day in an unforgettable way! TURKEY SHOOT Mechanicsville Moose Lodge, Mechanicsville Md 20659 1:00 PM-5:00 PM Turkey Shoot sign up starts at 12:30, first round starts at 1:00 pm. Shoot for money and prizes for further info call jimmy at 240-417-5767!

Monday, January 22 St. Mary’s College Presents Annual Reeves Lecture with Jeffrey Hammond Daugherty-Palmer Commons on the St. Mary’s College of Maryland campus 4:30 PM-6:30 PM The annual Reeves Lecture with Jeffrey Hammond, professor of English and and George B. and Willma Reeves Distinguished Professor in the Liberal Arts, will take place on Monday, Jan. 22 at 4:45 p.m. in Daugherty-Palmer Commons on the St. Mary’s College of Maryland campus. The event is free of charge and open to the public. Zumba Fitness Classes No Contract, No Membership! 46925 Crocus St., Lexington Park, Maryland 20653 6:00 PM-7:00 PM Happy new year to you and all the Zumbera’s and Zumbero’s Start 2018 off on the dance floor. Zumba Fitness Classes are back! It’s time to start that new year’s resolutions with some great Zumba Fitness classes!

Tuesday, January 23 Zumba Fitness Classes No Contract, No Membership! 46925 Crocus St., Lexington Park, Maryland 20653 6:00 PM-7:00 PM Happy new year to you and all the Zumbera’s and Zumbero’s Start 2018 off on the dance floor. Zumba Fitness Classes are back! It’s time to start that new year’s resolutions

with some great Zumba Fitness classes! ‘Protecting Your Student Athlete’ presentation 23995 Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown, MD 20650 6:30 PM-8:00 PM A free presentation on preventing, diagnosing and treating sports injuries in children and young adults will be held 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23, in the auditorium of Leonardtown High School. “Protecting Your Student Athlete,” an informative talk geared toward parents, will be led by Emmanuel Atiemo, MD, and Christian Glaser, DO. The physicians will discuss preventing and treating common sports injuries like concussions, fractures, tears, strains and more, accompanied by engaging question-and-answer sessions with attendees. Admission is free, but you must reserve a seat in advance. Students are also welcome to attend. Visit MedStarStMarys.org/SportsDoc to learn more and register.

Wednesday, January 24 Breakfast Café Northern Senior Activity Center, 29655 Charlotte Hall Rd, Charlotte Hall 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Start your day off right with a delicious breakfast made by Northern’s own Kitchen Queen, Ginger! Make your reservation today to have breakfast with friends and let us do the cooking and clean up. Breakfast for Jan. 24 will be French toast casserole, bacon, and fruit. The cost is $2 and is due at sign up. Space is limited. To sign up and pay for breakfast in advance, please visit the front desk.

Thursday, January 25 Screenagers RC Theaters Lexington Exchange 7:00 PM-8:00 PM Screenagers dives deep into how technology impacts kid’s development and the challenges of parenting in the digital world where parents must compete with video games, texting addiction, and social media. This one hour documentary will hopefully help parents in managing their child’s screen time. This is brought to you by SMCPS and EASMC and if FREE to anyone in the community. However, you MUST register using this link: bit.ly/ourstudents2018

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St. Mary’s Department of Aging Programs and Activities

Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-475-4200, ext. 1658 Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050 Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 3101

Visit www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information

Brought to you by the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County: James R. Guy, President; Michael L. Hewitt; Tom Jarboe; Todd B. Morgan; John E. O’Connor; and the Department of Aging & Human Services

WARM Seeking Volunteer Drivers

With colder weather settling in, The St. Mary’s County Department of Aging & Human Services seeks volunteer drivers for Wrapping Arms ‘Round Many (WARM), a winter emergency shelter program for homeless individuals in St. Mary’s County. Drivers must be 18 or older and have a valid driver’s license. Volunteers will be given access to a county-owned van. Volunteer slots are open 7 days per week while WARM is operational. Evening drivers pick up WARM guests at the Three Oaks Center at 5:30 p.m. for transportation to the selected church for the evening. Morning drivers arrive at the church by 7 a.m. the next morning to transport guests back to Three Oaks. To volunteer, call Ursula Harris at 301-475-4200, ext. *1658, or via email to Ursula.Harris@ stmarysmd.com. Your assistance with helping others is greatly appreciated during the cold winter months.

Living Well with Diabetes at Northern

Health Connections with Med Star St. Mary’s Hospital will lead Living Well with Diabetes at the Northern Senior Activity Center on Mondays, Jan. 22-March 12, from 1-3:30 p.m. This 7-week evidence-based program was developed by Stanford University to teach self-management tools for managing your diabetes. Take charge of

Black History Month Event: Harriet Tubman, the Chosen One

Lexington Park Library will host ‘Harriet Tubman, the Chosen One’ on Saturday, February 3 from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Meet Harriet Tubman, portrayed by historical performer Gwendolyn BrileyStrand in this riveting one-woman show. Recommended for adults, teens, and children ages 5 & up. Free; no registration required. This event is co-sponsored by the NAACP of St. Mary’s County.

Friends of the St. Mary’s County Library Annual Brunch at Olde Breton Inn

The Friends of the St. Mary’s County Library Annual Brunch will be held at Olde Breton Inn, 21890 Society Hill Rd, Leonardtown on Saturday, January 27 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The cost is

your health and carry out an action plan that fits your life. This series is free, but does require your committed attendence. Please note that not all classes are consecutive due to holiday closings. To sign up for this series, please register with Health Connections by calling 301-475-6019.

Rummikub

Try something new and come learn to play Rummikub at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Tuesday, Jan. 23, at 10 a.m.! This is a wonderful game to learn to help increase brain function and become more socially involved. Bettie Broadhurst is the instructor so you are guaranteed to have fun! To sign up, call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050.

Luncheon with Suzette Prichett

Come join us to hear special guest vocalist Suzette Prichett and enjoy lunch during the performance at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Wednesday, Jan. 24, at 12 p.m. We are excited to have Suzanne back at The Garvey Senior Activity Center! Space is limited and this performance will fill up fast! Cost for lunch is by donation for those ages 60 and above and $6 for those under the age of 60. To make reservations, call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050.

Purse Bingo

Get ready to win some fabulous handbags! The Northern Senior Activity

$25.00 per person, you can register on www.stmalib.org/about-us/friends-ofthe-st-marys-county-library/. Please register by January 23. The menu includes casseroles, potatoes, muffins, fruit salad, juices, coffee, tea, and water. The guest speaker will be Rick Snider, a Washington sportswriter.Voted Washington’s top sportswriter in 2010, Rick now writes for The Washington Post Express and CBS Radio. Rick has written eight books, including The Final Form of Love, his first fiction book with setting in Southern Maryland. He is also a Washington, DC, tour guide and lives in Waldorf.

Opioid Learning Series: Kickoff with Screening of ‘Chasing the Dragon’

Lexington Park Library, in partnership with the St. Mary’s County Health Department, will hold the second in the Opioid Learning series, ‘The Opioid Crisis in St. Mary’s County’ on Thursday, January 25 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This session will explore the opioid epidemic in St. Mary’s County. Local data, preven-

Center will have a purse bingo on Friday, Jan. 26, from 10-11:30 a.m. Win a purse from popular brands such as Vera Bradley®, Miche®, Tignanello®, Nine West®, Guess® and The Sak®. Event bag styles include totes, hobos, shoulder bags, and wristlets. Deadline to sign up is Wednesday, Jan. 24; space permitting. Limited seating is available and seat reservations must be made with payment of $3. To sign up and pay for this activity in advance, please visit the front desk. For more information or to sign up for lunch, call 301-475-4200, ext. *3101.

Healthy Cooking for Two or One

Registered and licensed dietitian, Donna Taggert, will give a presentation on healthy cooking at the Northern Senior Activity Center on Thursday, Jan. 25, from 10-11:30 a.m. and at the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Monday, Jan. 29, at 10 a.m. Learn the benefits of cooking for yourself and get ideas on how to do it easily and economically. Come enjoy a free sample of some delicious food and enter for a chance to win a copy of Healthy Cooking for Two (or Just You). Space is limited. To sign up for this presentation in advance, please visit the signup table or call the Northern Senior Activity Center at 301-4754200, ext. *3103, or the Loffler Senior Activity Center at 301-475-4200, ext. *1058.

tion and response efforts will be shared by Dr. Meenakshi G. Brewster, MD, MPH, FAAFP, St. Mary’s County Health Officer.

National Issues Forum: Safety and Justice

The Lexington Park Library will hold a National Issues Forum: Safety and Justice on Saturday, January 27 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. How Should Our Community Reduce Violence? Presented in partnership with Brad and Linda Gottfried. National Issues Forums offer citizens the opportunity to join together to deliberate, to make choices with others about ways to approach difficult issues and to work toward creating reasoned public judgment. The three Southern Maryland library systems (St. Mary’s, Calvert and Charles) will each hold one National Issues Forum in January on the topic: How Should Our Community Reduce Violence? Check out www.nifi.org to read the guide and prepare to discuss! Registration required.

Lunch Bunch to Meet at Bert’s Diner

Would you like to have lunch with a group of (age 50+) friends? On the last Tuesday of each month, Lunch Bunch meets at a different restaurant where individual checks are requested. January Lunch Bunch will be meeting at Bert’s Diner in Mechanicsville on Tuesday, Jan. 30, at 11:15 a.m. Call your BFF, then call Shellie at 301-475-4200, ext. *1655 to reserve your seats.

Daytime Social Club for Singles

The Garvey Senior Activity Center is offering a new singles social club on Mondays at 3-4:30 p.m. According to the U.S. Census, more and more American seniors live alone. Unfortunately, living alone can lead to feelings of depression and social isolation. However, meeting new people and getting involved and participating in enjoyable activities greatly improves quality of life. This group is senior lead and intended for those over the age of 50 who are single. The focus of the group depends on the interests of the members; however, some activities might include playing games and cards, holiday celebrations, dining out at area restaurants, etc. To learn more, call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050.

Make Something Mediocre

Lexington Park Library will hold Make Something Mediocre on Monday, January 29 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. We all want to be crafty/artistic, but sometimes we just aren’t there yet. But who says you can’t enjoy the activity, even if the end result is less than perfect? Come to bad art night at the library. All levels of artistry welcome (but bad artists preferred). Come and slap some paint, scribble some charcoal, or go to town with some glue. We don’t care what you make, and we won’t judge. In all honesty, it’ll probably be better than what we manage to create.

Introduction to Genealogy 101

Charlotte Hall Library will hold Introduction to Genealogy 101 on Thursday, February 1 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Part 1 of 2. Learn the best methods of gathering, researching, organizing and evaluating information on your ancestors using websites, censuses and databases. Basic computer skills and email account required. Adult computer classes are limited to ages 16 and up. Registration required.

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Thursday, January 18, 2018

Seahawk Men’s Basketball Former St. Mary’s Lacrosse Star Headed into Topples Harrisburg U.S. Lacrosse Hall of Fame

Matt Ayoub ’20- Photo credit: Bill Wood

Four starters reached the doubledigit plateau as the St. Mary’s College of Maryland men’s basketball team snapped their six-game skid Saturday afternoon. St. Mary’s left Middletown, PA with an 83-71 Capital Athletic Conference (CAC) win over the host Penn State Harrisburg Lions behind sophomore guard Matt Ayoub’s (Fairfax, VA/W.T. Woodson) 17 points off the bench. The game moves St. Mary’s record to 3-12 (2-6 CAC) and Harrisburg’s to 5-10 (1-7 CAC). After a Chris Bing dunk gave Harrisburg its largest lead of the game of six at the 13:39-minute mark, the Seahawks took over and used a 29-11 run to stake a 41-29 lead on a threepointer by sophomore wing Jerrel Elder II (Schweinfurt, Germany/Meade [MD]) with 2:23 left in the half. For just the fourth time this season, St. Mary’s headed into the locker room with a halftime lead of 45-34/ The Seahawks are now 2-2 on the season when leading at halftime. Senior guard Ochae Bynum (Waldork, MD/North Point) and the Lions’ Brandon Coleman shared scoring honors at halftime with 11 points each, while Trent Thomas went 3-for3 (2-2 3FG) from the field and 2-for2 at the line for 10 points in the first 20 minutes. The Seahawks continued to roll in the second stanza, bolstering their lead to 23 points on a Bynum three-pointer at 13:06. Harrisburg rallied to within nine with 1:17 to go, but St. Mary’s ultimately sealed the deal with a 3-for-5 effort at the line. Inside the box score, the 12-point win is the Seahawks’ largest margin of victory this season. St. Mary’s was

on fire the first half, shooting 69.2% from the field for its best first-half field goal percentage of the season. The Seahawks went on to finish with a seasons-best 60.4-field goal percentage, the best since shooting 60% at Greensboro College on Dec. 30, 2017. Stas . Mary’s also posted its best three-point field goal percentage of the season, making 57.9% (11-19). Along with his team-best 17 points, Ayoub contributed two rebounds and two steals while Bynum finished the day with 16 points, a season-best four steals, four boards, and four assists. Sophomore forward Quentin Twyman (Germantown, MD/Seneca Valley) put up a career-best 14 points behind career-highs of five field goals and four three throws while chipping in four caroms and a career-best two helpers. Sophomore guard Reggie Rouse (Baltimore, MD/Calvert Hall) collected a career-best 12 points with career-high four field goals and four free throws with a career-best three steals, season-high three dimes, and two rebounds. Rounding out the double-figure scoring for the Seahawks was sophomore forward Jamal Murphy (Waldorf, MD/Westlake), who tallied a season-best 10 points and career-high five boards. For their part, Harrisburg had four players score in the double-digits. Next for the Seahawks is a home game on Jan. 17 against no. 8 York College of PA (15-0, 8-0 CAC), at 6:00 p.m. Press release by SMCM Athletics.

Though her days of running around on the lacrosse field at St. Mary’s are past, the memory won’t soon be forgotten: Carol (Schmoeller) Hatton ‘04 (Baltimore, Md./Catonsville) has been inducted, as part of the Greater Baltimore Chapter, to the U.S. Lacrosse Hall of Fame. The ceremony-- taking place Jan. 13 at the Hillendale Country Club in Phoenix, MD— inducted Hatton and nine others: Henry Ciccarone, Jr., Megan Huether Nicotra, Tiffany Schummer Hoffman, Frank Kelly, III, Jaqueline Milani, Garett H. Seivold, Kristen Waagbo Skiera, David H. Tickner, and Charles (Chooch) Turner, Jr. “I credit my experience at St. Mary’s both academically and athletically as life changing. I am truly humbled by this recognition and [the ceremony] will be a celebration of my coaches, teammates and the class of 2004. I am incredibly grateful for the educational, personal and professional opportunities and relationships that the sport of lacrosse has provided me. I am proud to continue to have a strong connection to the women’s lacrosse program and the College,” expressed Hatton. Hatton is already a member of the St. Mary’s College of Maryland Athletics Hall of Fame, having been inducted on October 1, 2010. Although she was a talented two-sport athlete at St. Mary’s, excelling in both volleyball and lacrosse, Hatton is being recognized this weekend for her achievements in the lacrosse world as a player and coach. St. Mary’s will be doubly represented at the ceremony as former Seahawk head field hockey (2003-07) and women’s lacrosse coach (2004-06), Megan Block, will be Hatton’s presenter. AS A PLAYER She shined on the field as a Seahawk midfielder, garnering Capital Athletic Conference Player of the Year honors in 2004 and leading St. Mary’s to four consecutive NCAA Division III Women’s Lacrosse Championship Tournament appearances. Hatton was a twotime first team All-American (2003 and 2004), a three-time first team All-CAC selection, and a two-year team captain. In January 2015, she was named to the CAC Women’s Lacrosse Silver Anniversary Team. She led the Seahawks to a four-year overall record of 57-14 (16-4 CAC), four NCAA tournament appearances, and the 2002 CAC championship title. Hatton was a three-time first team allconference pick at two different positions – twice at midfield and once at defense. She is currently second all-time in assists (112), third in points (255), and

tied for fifth in goals (143), and eighth in ground balls (196). Hatton still holds the single-season record for assists with 50 in 2003 as well as the single-game record with eight assists against Goucher College on April 9, 2003. AS A COACH Hatton returned to her alma mater as the head women’s lacrosse coach in 2006, posting a two-year mark of 23-14 (10-4 CAC) and leading the Seahawks back to the NCAA tournament in 2008 after a four-year absence. She mentored two All-Americans, nine all-region picks, and nine All-CAC selections as well as the 2008 CAC Rookie of the Year. Hatton became the first person in the history of Capital Athletic Conference women’s lacrosse to be named both the CAC Player of the Year (2004) and the CAC Coach of the Year (2008). Hatton also spent two seasons as the head women’s lacrosse coach at Dickinson College (2010-13) and left fourth all-time with 30 career wins. She guided the Red Devils to a first-round appearance in the 2010 Centennial Conference tournament. Erin McDonnell, the head women’s lacrosse coach at St. Mary’s since August 2015, proclaimed, “Words cannot express how excited I am for Carol, and how proud I am to call her a women’s lacrosse alumna. The legacy she has left at St. Mary’s, not only with her own team as a player and then as a coach, but also with our current team is exceptional. She is an alumna that a coach can only hope to have in their corner. She offers endless motivation and support to the girls, as well as advice and support to me personally. We can’t wait to watch the impact she has had in the athletic world grow through her students at Roland Park [Country School]. St. Mary’s is proud to call her our own!” Since 2013, Hatton has served as the Director of Athletics at Roland Park Country School in Baltimore. She graduated from St. Mary’s in 2004 with a bachelor’s in human studies and then pursued a master’s in exercise science from McDaniel College in 2006. Facebook: StMarysAthletics Twitter: @smcseahawks, @SMCMWLAX Instagram: @smcseahawks, @smcmwlax Hashtags: #SweepTheSheds, #GoHawks Press release from SMCM.

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Thursday, January 18, 2018

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Late Rally Comes Up Short as 5th Annual St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Basketball Falls at Harrisburg

A sluggish start doomed the St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College of Maryland womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball team at Penn State Harrisburg Saturday afternoon. The Seahawks dropped their second game in a row, falling 64-55 to Harrisburg in the Capital Athletic Conference (CAC) action. The game drops St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s record to 6-8 (2-6 CAC) and Harrisburgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to 6-9 (1-7 CAC). Junior captain Katie Robey (Kensington, MD/Georgetown Visitation) paced St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in the loss with 14 points. Harrisburg never trailed in the contest as the Lions jumped out to a 12-2 lead at the 5:30-minute mark and then headed into the second quarter with an 18-7 advantage before headed to the locker room in the half with a 28-15 lead. Shanique Mattis and Tessa Dolce led all scorers at the break with seven points each; for the Seahawks, senior guard Christine Morin (Kensington, MD/St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s [D.C.]) led the way with six points off the bench. Harrisburg maintained its double-digit lead throughout the third period, while St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s put together an impressive 11-minute run, closing the gap to 53-49 with three minutes to go in the game as Robeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 14 points came in the run. Mattis notched seven of the Lionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; final 11 points as the Lions held on for their first CAC win of the season and snapped a three-point skid. Looking into the box score, the Seahawks did post their best free throw percentage of the season at 76.2% (1621), their best effort at the line since going 18-for-25 (72.0%) at Gallaudet University on December 17, 2017. They took advantage of Harrisburgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mistakes, tal-

lying 28 points off of 24 turnovers. In addition to 14 points, Robey collected six rebounds, a career-best five field goals, and three steals while senior captain Olivia Nowlin (Glenelg, MD/Glenelg) added nine points, three boards, and two steals. Morin finished with seasons-best of eight points and two assists plus four caroms while junior forward Kobe Chaney (Edgewater, MD/South River) chipped in seven rebounds, a career-best six steals, and four points. Kline inched closer to breaking the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all-time record for three-point field goals made as he drained one tonight to equal the current record of 166 set by Felicia Harris â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;01. Mattis finished the day with a game-best 23 points while Dolce recorded a double-double on a game-high 14 rebounds and 13 points as the Lions picked up a 42-34 rebound margin. Next up for the Seahawks is an 8:00 p.m. Jan. 17 CAC home game against York (PA) (10-5, 6-2 CAC) at the Michael P. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien ARC Arena. Press release by SMCM Athletics.

Maryland Winter Turkey Season Opens Jan. 18

Attention hunters: seize the chance to bag a wild turkey this season! TheÂ Maryland Department of Natural Resources is offering another opportunity for hunters this winter. Winter turkey hunting season runs Jan. 18-20 statewide, giving those that did not bag a turkey in the fall another chance. The department established the winter season in 2015 in an effort to increase turkey hunting opportunities while minimizing conflicts with other seasons. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wild turkey populations are at alltime highs in many areas,â&#x20AC;? Wildlife and Heritage Service Director Paul Peditto said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This season offers a great opportunity for hunters to get outdoors when other popular hunting seasons are closed or winding down.â&#x20AC;? Maryland hunters can use the fol-

lowing weapons during the winter turkey season: shotguns loaded with No. 4 shot or smaller, crossbows and vertical bows, or air guns that shoot arrows or bolts. Hunting hours are from half-hour before sunrise to half-hour after sunset. TheÂ bag limitÂ is one turkey of either sex. Hunters are reminded thatÂ it is illegal to hunt turkeys with the aid of bait.Â Hunters may check in their harvest via phone at 888-800-0121, online at https://compass.dnr.maryland.gov, or via the departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mobile app. The Maryland Guide to Hunting and Trapping provides information about winter turkey hunting, including season open dates and regulations. Press release by Maryland Dept. of Natural Resources.

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The Department of Theater, Film, and Media Studies at St. Mary’s College of Maryland announces “Spring Awakening,” the musical, beginning Feb. 28 and running March 1 through March 3 at 8 p.m., with the final performance on March 4 at 2 p.m. All performances take place in the Bruce Davis Theater, Montgomery Hall Fine Arts Center on the College campus. Directed by Mark A. Rhoda, visiting associate professor of theater, film, and media studies; with musical direcPublisher Associate Publisher

tion by Larry Vote, professor of music, and Robert Hayes ’17, the Tony Award-winning musical adaptation of Frank We d e k i n d’s seminal 1891 play of the same name, “Spring Awakening” is an electrifying fusion of morality, sexuality, and rock-androll that celebrates teenage sel f- d iscove r y and rebellion against the authoritarian rule of parents and teachers. With poignancy and passion, Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater’s musical navigates the rocky terrain that is coming of age. To reserve tickets, contact the Theater Box Office at 240-8954243 or email boxoffice@smcm.edu. Ticket prices are $4 for St. Mary’s College students, faculty, staff, and senior citizens and Arts Alliance members; $6, general admission. Patrons must pick up their reserved tickets at the Box Office window by 7:50 p.m. for evening performances and by 1:50 p.m. for matinee performances; otherwise, unclaimed tickets will be released for sale.

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1. Methaqualone pill (slang) 5. Religious service 9. Woodland gods (Greek myth.) 11. “Where Is My Mind?” rockers 13. Deliberately contrary states of affairs 15. Inflection of the voice 16. “Great Expectations” character 17. Becomes a butterfly 19. Spoke 21. Tennis player Sharapova 22. Midway between northeast and east 23. Afrikaans 25. No instruction set computing 26. Pacific Standard Time 27. Relaxing places 29. Confiscates 31. Gladys Knight’s fellow performers 33. Witnesses 34. Taking place in a series 36. Satisfy

38. Freshwater ﬁsh of N. America 39. Laments 41. “Girls” creator Dunham 43. Indian title of respect 44. Cocoa plum 46. Network of nerve cells 48. Link together in a chain 52. Cool 70s crew “The __ Squad” 53. Persons engaging in energetic pursuits 54. Accumulation of glacial debris 56. Fastened 57. A cotton fabric with a satiny ﬁnish 58. Whiskey and bread are two 59. Scottish tax CLUES DOWN

1. Rope used to lasso 2. Idyllic places 3. Field force unit 4. Guitar great Clapton 5. Slang for type of skirt 6. Figure skating jump 7. Innocent 8. Mathematical ratio

9. Slowly drinks 10. Line where edges meet 11. Oﬃces of the pope 12. Dry or withered 14. “__ the Man” Musical 15. Diﬃcult situations 18 Greek goddess of discord 20. Marked by smartness in dress and manners 24. Habitat 26. Annoy constantly 28. Full of life 30. Great energy 32. BBQ and soy are two 34. Virtuous 35. Not fatty 37. Foes 38. Merchandiser 40. Dishonest scheme 42. Repents 43. Protective crust 45. Native American people 47. Any place of bliss or delight 49. Bring up 50. Birds 51. Geological times 55. Consumed

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“A Change of Scenery”

I love our county, you know I do, but I do love exploring our surrounding counties and finding all the beautiful parks, byways, and historical treasures. One of the ways my husband and I especially love to explore is via the wine trails. It supports quite a number of our Maryland farmers trying to make a go of it in a changing world and it is also a delightful way to spend an afternoon. We always enjoy visiting St. Mary’s County’s own Port of Leonardtown Winery which is a great cooperative of local vineyards making amazing wine. We have had many happy nights there listening to our friends in Harmony Grit and Folk Salad (formerly Folk Salad Trio) play music over the years. Many of their wines occupy space in our fairly large wine rack which can hold 35 bottles of an ever-changing array of Maryland and Virginia wines. If

you’ve seen my facebook page you may think we drink every night, since there seems to be a constant sharing of funny wine posts to my page, which we don’t. Though we do enjoy wine with friends and on the weekends quite often. The variation and nuances of wine are fascinating, just as local craft beers are. I enjoy those too. Calvert County has a great wine trail; the Patuxent Wine Trail. We have visited and done tastings at all of them. Running Hare Vineyard has music all the time and is usually packed with people. Last year we went to a really nice Valentine’s dinner there. We have a favorite wine at all of the wineries, so we can while away an hour or so at any of the tasting rooms. Friday’s Creek was our favorite for a few years which also has a very large art gallery upstairs in the tasting barn featuring artists from both St. Mary’s and Calvert counties. Now we have begun to explore the four Prince George’s County wineries in and around the Baden / Brandywine area. The first winery we went to was Romano off Bald Eagle School Road in Brandywine. They have rich earthy wines best to be enjoyed with their late night Friday local music offerings. Romano also offers, as do the most of the PG wineries, local cheeses from PA Bowen farm. Gemeny Winery is right off Cedarville Road in Brandywine, close to my favorite childhood place of Cedarville State Park. They also offer music evenings right in their large wine vat room, and normally have a food truck present. We can’t wait to go back for another music night at Ge-

Thursday, January 18, 2018

The Murder of James Scofield

James Scofield was born in Darien, CT in 1826. By 1852, he had moved to Richmond, VA, where he married Catherine Chapman. The couple had two children. Catherine died prior to 1860. On Apr. 10, 1864, in Baltimore, James married his second wife, Sarah H. Pembroke, the daughter of George Washington Pembroke and his wife, Ann Rosella Bean. They had one daughter, Ann M. Scofield, born 1865. By 1870, Sarah had died and Scofield had lost his second wife. On Apr. 3, 1873, James Scofield also met an untimely death. This time it was murder: “A crime, the likes of which has never before occurred in our community, was perpetrated at Fairfield, in the lower section of our county, on Thursday night last, the 3rd instant. James Scofield, a merchant and the Postmaster at Fairfield, being the victim, his store robbed and burned to the ground…there was nothing remaining of him but his blackened and charred bones.” Thomas Jackson was arrested and went to trial on June 16. The jury found him guilty of murder in the first degree, arson and robbery in less than half an hour. He was found guilty because Francis Goddard testified he had seen Jackson at Scofield’s store the night of the killing, and when Jackson was located the next day, he was in possession of items belonging to Scofield. As a result, Jackson was sentenced to be hung. The Execution of Thomas Jackson in St. Mary’s County. (Specially Reported for the Baltimore Sun). Leonardtown, St. Mary’s Co., Md., July 11th 1873. “Thomas Jackson, colmeny, hopefully when the Crème Brulee band is there. Last Saturday afternoon, on a freezing cold day we went to Robin Hill Winery off of Croom Road in Brandywine. The former tobacco farm, then pig farm, then pumpkin farm, now wedding venue and winery has been in the Watson family since 1955. We had such an enjoyable afternoon there – we were the only ones that braved the cold. The attached photo is of the current owner Susan Watson White and her husband and winemaker Bob White in the museum part of the huge tasting barn. They gave us a great tour and sat with us by the fire while we

ored, convicted and sentenced May 17th of the murder of James Schofield in April last, and the robbery and arson of his store, was hanged to-day in accordance with the warrant of the Governor. Sheriff Abell completed all of the necessary preliminaries for the execution on Thursday evening. The gallows was erected in the rear of the court-house, where the condemned man was tried, convicted and sentenced. The prisoner left the jail at about one o’clock this afternoon and was hanged in the presence of a large concourse of spectators, including a large proportion of colored persons. There were about 2,500 persons in and around the court-house, witnesses of the execution.” -The Execution of Thomas Jackson in St. Mary’s County (specially reported by the Baltimore Sun), Leonardtown, MD, July 11, 1873 Just before the execution, the sheriff had Jackson remove his vest and put on a black coat with a deep rolling collar. The sheriff said he feared Jackson’s shirt collar was too tight, to which Jackson replied, “Nothing is too tight for my neck now.” Afterwards, J. S. Downs, J. H. Wilson and R. C. Combs (Jackson’s defense lawyers) came in and said, “‘Jackson, we have to bid you goodbye for the last time.’ For the first time, Jackson broke down for only for a second. His eyes filled with tears and his voice became husky as he said ‘Good-bye.’” “At exactly 1:12 the trap was sprung and Thomas Jackson was launched into eternity. His neck was not broken by the fall, the knot having slipped to the back of his neck. He died of strangulation.”

all listened to old 70’s songs until closing. Can’t wait to go back there for music events and more of their outstanding wine. We still have the fourth winery to try: Janemark Winery off Baden Naylor Road in Brandywine. Maybe we will see some of you while we are tasting and exploring. It’s not so far away and the backroads of southern Prince Georges County are amazing…you may be due for a change of scenery. To each new days adventure, Shelby Please send your comments or ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com or find me on facebook.

Thursday, January 18, 2018

An update on some information based upon the first week of January letter from the SDVFDRS (CO.6) to the Concern Citizens. We are glad that the SDVFDRS has finally begun to communicate to the community some of the information that has been a concern for the past two years. There are a couple of untruths between their first week of January letter and their Capital Improvement Project that they submitted to St. Mary’s County on December 8th requesting a $1,750,000 loan for the 2019 timeframe. Their letter stated they could not answer the question regarding whether or not they had submitted a State Grant request for $2,000,000, because a timeline has not been determined. Yet in the December 8th submission to the county, they project a $5,300,000 construction expenditure in the 2019 timeframe. It also shows a follow-up of $2,175,000 in the following year. So, it would appear that SDVFDRS (CO.6) does have a plan regarding when they need the money. So, back to the questions asked in the October 16th Public Forum: have you submitted the $2,000,000 State Grant request? What is the backup plan to fund the $2,000,000 should the state not honor your request for the grant? Another question that was asked dur-

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Letter to the Editor ing the Public Forum of October 16th, which the SDVFDRS (CO. 6) letter failed to address: if the community provided the $700,000 dollars to help fill their “Fill the Boot Campaign,” how does this fit within the funding profile for their proposed effort? Also, if the community continues to donate these kinds of funds, how much can the Tax Rate Increase being proposed be reduced? It seems their January response only answered some of the questions that are on the minds of those that have spoken out with concerns. Another disconnect— or untruth— in the January letter from SDVFDRS (CO.6) is the fact they cannot provide the final cost of the new station until the final bid comes in. The question being asked is what is the current working estimate for the proposed project, based upon the concept plan that they have briefed first to the county commissioners in August, and then at the following October 16th Pubic Forum held in Valley Lee. They now have had under contract, since March 2017, their 2nd Architect and Engineering firm. One would think that any good Architect and Engineering firm could provide some kind of projected estimate after having studied the questionable requirements for the past 9 months. Their Capital Improvement Project

submission to the county, as of December 8th, outlines an $8,000,000 total cost, including Architect and Engineering. Yet they will not reveal what the current working estimate is—as defined by their “Concept Plan” being briefed and proposed. The county government needs to do a feasibility study to see if the tax-paying community is going to be protected from another fire and rescue tax increase, based upon the projected operations and growth stated by SDVFDRS (CO.6). There is another point of interest from their December 8th Capital Improvement

Plan submission for final thought. SDVFDRS (CO.6) makes the following justification on the need for this proposed tax increase: “financing of this project is estimated to cost $375,000 per year, financed over the next 30 years.” So, if you multiply that equation, it reflects that the tax paying community will pay a total cost of $ 11,250,000—a huge sum for this proposed, unwanted effort. - William Boothe (Billy), for the other 300-plus concerned citizens of the 2nd and 9th District

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