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“WE’RE SHAKEN BUT WE’RE VERY STRONG IN ST. MARY’S COUNTY.” —SUPERINTENDENT SCOTT SMITH ON THE SHOOTING AT GREAT MILLS HIGH SCHOOL
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Thursday, March 22, 2018
County Staff Recommends Budget Almost Five-Percent Increase Proposed
By Dick Myers Editor A Staff Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year 2019 has been presented to the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). The budget that was presented at the March 20 BOCC meeting was also presented at a public hearing that evening at Calvert Pines Senior Center in Prince Frederick. That hearing occurred after press deadline. The $296.5 million general fund budget represents a 4.9-percent increase over the current year, or $13.7 million more. Of that increased revenue, 77 percent, or $10.8 million will come from the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) from the Dominion Cove Point LNG plant that is coming on line this year. “Enhanced economic activity in Calvert County is expected to provide most of the remainder of the increase, evenly split over property and income taxes,” according to a memo to the commissioners from Deputy Director of Finance and Budget Joan Thorp. No tax rate increase is proposed. According to the presentation to the BOCC and at the public hearing, the budget highlights include: • County employees getting one STEP increase. • County employees getting a 1.2 percent cost of living adjustment (COLA). • The paving budget increased from $4 million to $5.5 million. • Board of Education operating funding increased by $5.1 million. • Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) funding into a trust including $3.1 million for the county and $11 million for the Board of Education. In addition to the school funding, other major changes include a $2.3 million general fund transfer for\ capi-
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Celebrate Spring at the Taste of Solomons Tiki Bar Spring Opening Remains Uncertain
By Dick Myers Editor Looking for a perfect way to celebrate the beginning of spring. The annual Taste of Solomons on Saturday, March 24 is a way to have a pleasant stroll around the island ad savor wares of the area’s restaurant. The event may be the only spring celebration on the island what with the fate of the famous Tiki Bar opening still very much uncertain. The iconic island bar’s owner passed away and the business is for sale. The listing agent, Dennis Murphy of Annapolis said there has been a lot of interest in the property, but no sale so far. An annual spring kickoff, the Taste of Solomons is a fundraising event for the July 4 fireworks which is funded by the Solomons Business Association, the local sponsor. New tastes abound in the historic Solomons Town Center as restaurants showcase selected food and beverages during the one-day food
festival, Taste of Solomons 2018 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 24th. The event is one of the yearly signature events designed and sponsored by the Solomons Business Association. The Taste of Solomons provides the community a way to sample and enjoy a waterfront town during the Spring season, according to Taste of Solomons Co Chair Christopher Donaldson. Tickets are $4 each and may be purchased at any of the participating businesses. Each ticket can be exchanged for a sample of selected food or beverages. Many restaurants are also participating in a Gift Certificate Prize program, with some of the tickets at each location designated as prize winners. The lucky purchaser will be awarded a gift certificate for future use at the respective restaurant. Tickets will also be available at Berkshire Hathaway McNelis Group Properties across from the gazebo in Solomons Island. This location will also have credit card machine for purchasing tickets. For additional details, and opportunities to sponsor this event contact Co Chairs Chris Donaldson 443722-5955 or Charles Chappell 240-577-1002 of Island Hideaway. “It’s going to be a great day,” opined co-chair Chappell.
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North Beach Updated on Bridge Replacement Construction, Detour to Begin in 2020
By Dick Myers Editor Planning is now well under way for the replacement of the bridge over the creek at the North Beach/Anne Arundel County line. The state project, which is fully funded, is for a three-tenths of a mile stretch of Route 261 (Bay Avenue) from 8th Street in North Beach to the county line. Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) Transportation Engineer John Delaney gave an update on the project at the March 8th North Beach Town Council meeting. Delaney said a public meeting on the project will be held this spring, with design completion by the fall of 2019 and construction to begin in spring of 2020, with completion in about two and a half years. During construction, the road will be closed, and a detour procedure
established. The replacement bridge will be two feet higher than the existing bridge and is designed to prevent the persistent flooding at that location. The new bridge will accommodate a 10-year storm, Delaney told the town council. A flood dike project is part of the single-span bridge design. The project includers updating approach sidewalks on Bay Avenue to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. The town is seeking separate grant funding to create a pedestrian boardwalk along the bridge. The design also includes drainage Improvements including raised curbs and gutters and new storm-water inlets. Also, the project includes relocation of utility poles and a sanitary force main. The closure and detour requirement will be from 9th Street to Beach Avenue, Delaney explained. dickmyers@countytimes.net
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PBS Anchor Helps Celebrate Calvert’s Women By Dick Myers Editor She’s an award-winning journalist who is best known for her role as anchor of the PBS News Hour. But Judy Woodruff, this year’s featured speaker at the 16th Annual Women of the World Awards Luncheon, also has a strong Calvert County connection. She and her family have had a second home in the county for 33 years. The annual event, co-chaired by the League of Women Voters of Calvert County and the Commission for Women was held March 17 at College of Southern Maryland Prince Frederick Campus. This year’s theme was, “Building on the Past and Moving Forward.” Woodruff said she and her husband were looking for a place where they could “decompress” from their hectic life in DC. They looked at Annapolis and the Eastern Shoe, but an agent showed them a house in Calvert County. “I went to the back yard and there was Battle Creek and I fell in love right away.” She added. “we are every bit a part of Calvert County and Prince Frederick as we are with our home in DC.” “The past and too much of the present isn’t too much of a pretty picture,” Woodruff said about women’s place in the world. She said it was less than 100 years ago that women earned the right to vote, and only after a decades-long battle by “women who were considered extremists.” “I have seen with my own eyes what progress women have made in human rights,” she said. That started while working for a congressman in the 1960s when there were only two women in the Senate and less than a dozen in the House of Representatives. Today, Congress is 20 percent women. “It is mindboggling,” Woodruff observed, that this year’s mid-term Congressional election has grown to double the number of women candidates from the previous election. Woodruff and her co-anchor, the late Gwen Ifill became the first women coanchors of a national TV newscast and then Woodruff became the first to be a sole anchor. “One of these days there will be a woman in the White House, no doubt about that,” Woodruff said., like 56 other nations. She said that she had come to wish that she wouldn’t be hearing of so many firsts for women, that the country would be beyond that. But then she concluded it was okay to celebrate those firsts. “We should honor women who break down barriers and we should honor women who burst through glass ceilings.” She added, “Other young women who are out there looking at that field, whether it’s politics or law or science, those young women need to know what happened before them.” “They can dream too,” she asserted.
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Now the glass ceilings that Woodruff and Ifill broke are continuing to be duplicated in journalism, Woodruff said. Although she added that women lag behind in management positions – “about what gets covered and what shows up on the front page of the newspapers.” She said, however that “Wouldn’t it be great not to celebrate the first physicist but that half the mathematicians were women.” She said that was something for the younger generation to work on. She said numbers and critical mass do matter. There is still much to be done on equal pay, she said, where women continue to make only 80 percent of what men do, including the well-documented disparity in the entertainment industry. And then there’s “the darker side” of what is going on in the workplace, “that demeans women, that holds women back.” From that, she said, has cone the movements in which “Women are declaring – ‘No More!’.” Woodruff said progress is made when women cone together for common goals or removing barriers, such as improving education and advancement in all fields of endeavor. U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen spoke before the luncheon. He remembered long-serving Congresswoman Louise Slaughter, who just passed away. And, he looked around the packed room and said, “We are standing on the shoulders of so many people.” Van Hollen acknowledged the accomplishments of Calvert County’s own civil rights leader, Harriett Elizabeth Brown. He said the work of the local task force (chaired by former women’s commission chair Margaret Dunkle) has given Brown recognition beyond the county. Dunkle will be honored this week with a national women’s history award. Van Hollen said, “We know we have come a long way, but we have a long way to go.” Commission for Women Chair Joan Winship was MC for the event. After Woodruff’s speech, awards were presented to the following honorees: • Calvert Collaborative for Children and Youth. – Sheri Tardio • Calvert County Commission for Women • Advocacy – Frances Armstrong • Service -- Susan Skow • Women of Tomorrow – Alyssa Gibson • Calvert Historical Society – Nancy Thompson • Calvert County Minority Business Alliance – Dawn Tucker • Community Mediation Center of Calvert – Tara Puliatti • Concerned Black Women of Calvert County – Doris Cammack Spencer • Girl Scout Council of the Nation’s Capital • Outstanding Calvert County Volunteer -- Susie Savage • Outstanding High School Senior 7 Gold Award Recipient – Alexis Rinker • Outstanding High School Senior and Gold Award – Mary Oster • League of Women Voters of Calvert County – Liz Demulling • NAACP, Calvert County Branch – Delores Mackall dickmyers@countytimes.net
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Thursday, March 22, 2018
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The following list of pending site plans was presented to the Calvert County Planning Commission at their March 21 meeting. That means that the proposals are on the list for consideration by the planning commission at a future meeting. Those meetings are now being held at the Harriet E. Brown Community Center (HEBCC), 901 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick. a) SPR-16-537335, Scaggs Industrial Flex Space Located at 7630 Meadow Run Lane, Meadow Run Industrial Park in Owings, on a 14.61 parcel, zoned I-i. Proposed two multi-tenant light industrial buildings totalling 25,600 square feet. The submittal was accepted February 24, 2016 as a Category I project. Agent: Collinson Oliff& Associates b) SPR-2017-245, Huntingtown Fastop Located at 3921 Old Town Road in Huntingtown on a 1.01 parcel, zoned HTC, Mixed Use District. Proposed to re-purpose the existing automobile sales building into a joint use, convenience/ liquor store, with gas pumps, required parking and utilities. The project is on private water & sewer. The submittal was accepted May 24, 2017. Agent: R.A. Barrett c) SPR-2017-266, Calvert Hills East Located on the west side of North Prince Frederick Boulevard and Radio Road in Prince Frederick on five (5) parcels consisting of 22.57 acres, zoned PFTC, Village District. The proposed five (5) new buildings contain 96 apartments, a maintenance building, required parking, utilities and recreation area. The project is on public water & sewer. The submittal was accepted September
27, 2017. Agent: Bay Engineering d) SPR-201 8-272, Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Department, Company #2, Located at 450 S. Solomons Island Road, Prince Frederick, on a 4.44 parcel, zoned PFTC, Town District. Proposed to demolish the existing 18,000 sq. ft. building and replace it with a 29,929 sq. ft. new building as well as expand the parking lot and other site improvements. The following Major Subdivision Proposed Project List for Upcoming Review was also submitted at ten same meeting: 1) SD 09-07A, Evergreen Park, Zellis Property Located on Pushaw Station Road in Sunderland. Zoned RCD, 567.24 ac; 60 proposed lots; Submittal accepted September 22, 2012 - HOLD Agent: Wilkerson & Associates 2) SD 12-05, Georges Subdivision, Lots 1-11 Located on Christianna Parran Road in Chesapeake Beach. Zoned RCD; 54.86 ac.; Submittal accepted September 18, 2012 - HOLD Agent: Wilkerson & Associates 3) SD-2017-047, Shoppes at Apple Greene, Lots 1 & 2, and Outlot 3 Located on Dunkirk Way within the Shoppes at Apple Greene Shopping Center, on a parcel consisting of 15.47 acres, zoned Dunkirk Town Center. Submittal accepted July 26, 2017. Agent: Collinson, Oliff & Associates 4) SD-2017-0048, Calvert Hills East Located on Prince Frederick Boulevard in Prince Frederick. Zoned Town Center (TC), 22.57 acres; three lots. Submittal accepted September 27, 2017. Agent: Bay Engineering List provided by the Calvert County Department of Planning and Zoning
Calvert Cliffs Unit One Returns to Full Power
Operators at Exelon Generation’s Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant returned Unit 1 to full power yesterday, successfully completing the station’s annual refueling outage. The inspections, maintenance and testing performed during the outage will help the unit run even more efficiently and reliably for another twoyear operating cycle. During this year’s refueling outage, Calvert also replaced a high pressure turbine on the non-nuclear side of the plant. This investment in state-of-the-art equipment is expected to result in an additional 11 megawatts of generation, enough energy to power approximately 10,000 homes with carbon-free electricity. “We continually invest in the latest technology to ensure that Calvert Cliffs continues to operate at world-class levels of safety and reliability,” said Site Vice President Mark Flaherty. “These investments help ensure that we can
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provide carbon-free energy to the region, during all types of weather, for many years to come.” While the unit was offline, technicians also replaced nearly one-third of the reactor’s fuel and performed more than 7,500 inspections, tests, maintenance activities and modifications. Many of the tasks performed during the outage cannot be accomplished while the unit is online. Calvert Cliffs is located on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay in Calvert County and is Maryland’s only nuclear energy facility. The station is home to two pressurized water reactors capable of generating 1,775 megawatts combined, enough to power more approximately 30 percent of all homes and businesses in the state of Maryland. Follow us onTwitter @ ExelonNuclear and the Exelon Generation channel onYou Tube. Press Release from Exelon Generation
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New and Relocated Businesses Announced Calvert County has a dynamic economy and is home to approximately 5,000 businesses employing 24,000 employees. New businesses are obvious indicators of sustained economic growth and quality of life. Join the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners and the Department of Economic Development in congratulating the following new businesses: M.C. Cigars 420 Old Town Road #383, Huntingtown 410-827-0771 Midtown Insurance Group, LLC 55 Church St., Prince Frederick 410-449-6500 For a full listing of all Calvert County businesses, please visit www.ecalvert.com/businesses. Calvert County is committed to fostering a dynamic and competitive business climate to ensure economic growth and sustainability. These new businesses help stimulate the local economy and provide employment opportunities for local residents. For information on the Calvert County Department of Economic Development and the many services the county offers the business community, contact the department at 410-535-4583 or 301-855-1880; or by email at info@ecalvert.com. Like Calvert County Government on Facebook.
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Calvert County Sherrif’s Office During the week of March 12 – March 18 – deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,438 calls for service throughout the community. Burglary: 18-12921 On March 12, 2018 Deputy Ridgely responded to the 2500 block of S. Solomons Island Road, Prince Frederick for the report of a burglary. The victim stated that sometime between 5:30am and 5:30pm on March 12th an unknown suspect(s) had kicked in the front door of the residence. After a search of the residence it was determined no items were stolen from the residence however, another bedroom had been kicked in as well. Burglary: 18-13545 On March 15, 2018 Deputy Flynt responded to Calvert Drive, Chesapeake Beach for the report of a burglary. The victim stated that an unknown suspect(s) used force entry to the basement door to gain access to the residence. It was determined that no items were stolen from the residence, just the damage to the door trim. The estimated value of damaged property is $50. Burglary: 18-13722 On March 16, 2018 Deputy Crum responded to Carpenter Road, Chesapeake Beach for the report of a burglary. The victim stated that they noticed the breeze door open with the door hinge broken off. A check of the residence resulted that there was no property stolen from inside, but items were moved around. Damaged Property: 18-13207 On March 14, 2018 Deputy S. Naughton responded to Geronimo Road, Lusby for the report of damaged property. The victim stated that sometime between March 13th at 4:00pm and March 14th at 6:30am an unknown suspect(s) slashed the two rear tires of their vehicle. The estimated damaged property is $500.
March 19, 2018 Damaged Property: 18-13963 On March 17, 2018 Sergeant Naecker responded to the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office for the report of damaged property. The victim stated while traveling in their vehicle on S. Solomons Island Road, St. Leonard an unknown object struck their windshield. The estimated damaged property is $300.
Theft: 18-13018 On March 13, 2018 Deputy Ridgely responded to the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office for the report of a theft that occurred on White Sands Drive, Lusby. The victim stated that an unknown suspect(s) removed a package from their mailbox containing a Viking bag Axwell Motorcycle Sissy Bar bag. The value of stolen property is $50. Theft: 18-13927 On March 17, 2018 Deputy Holt responded to Asbury Circle, Lusby for the report of a theft from vehicle. The victim stated that an unknown suspect(s) entered their vehicle and stole the US currency from inside. The value of stolen property is $105. Arrest: On March 13, 2018 Deputy Ridgley responded to the area of 200 Duke Street for the report of a disorderly subject. When Deputy Ridgley arrived on scene and met with the subject later identified as Frederick Weems (38) of Lusby. While Deputy Boerum was attempting to get an identification from Weems, Weems became very agitated and began to yell and use profanities. Weems was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with Disorderly Conduct.
On March 15, 2018 Deputy S. Naughton conducted a traffic stop in the area of Tomahawk Trail and Tomahawk Trail West. While approaching the vehicle Deputy S. Naughton could immediately smell the strong odor of marijuana emitting from the vehicle. Corporal Denton and Deputy S. Naughton had each individual step out of the vehicle for a search to be conducted. The search revealed one of the passengers later identified as Isaiah Childress (18) of Lusby to have a large amount of marijuana and paraphernalia. Childress was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with CDS: Possession with Intent to Distribute and two counts of CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia. On March 18, 2018 Deputy Moran responded to the Calvert County Detention Center for the report of a CDS violation. Deputy Moran made contact with the Correctional Deputy who advised him of the suspected CDS and inmate involved. The inmate later identified as Latroy Hall (37) of St. Leonard had concealed narcotics and paraphernalia on his persons. Hall was charged with CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana (Ecstasy), CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia, Possession/ Receive CDS While Confined/Detained, Possession of Contraband- Place of Confinement. Press Release fron CCSO
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Possession of Clonazepam: On 3/13/18 at 9:25 pm, Trooper First Class T. Davis and Trooper Woolman while patroling the area observed a possible drug transaction near Seagate Square in North Beach. Following that observation, they noticed when the vehicle involved in the incident left the area it failed to stop at a stop sign. A traffic stop was conducted and a K-9 scan was requested and resulted in a positive alert. A probable cause search revealed both Clonazepam pills and Suboxone film. Charles R. Simacek, 40 of Chesapeake Beach was arrested and incarcerated in the Calvert County Detention Center. Robbery/Theft: On 3/15/18 at 10:14 pm, Trooper Foley responded to the Broadcast from the Control Center reporting a robbery in progress at the Giant Store in Dunkirk. The caller reporting the incident stated the suspect stole a victim’s purse and fled in a red sedan. The victim and a store employee were able to provide a license number. The victim stated her purse was removed from her shopping cart while in the meat aisle. The purse contained the victim’s cell phone, cash, medications, and gift cards. A positive identification was made by the victim and the store employee of the suspect. Charges are pending for the arrest of Joseph W. Abbott Jr., 25 of Hughesville. Press Release from MSP Barrack U – Prince Frederick
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Calvert Man Convicted in Overdose Death
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
St. Mary’s Circuit Court Judge Karen H. Abrams convicted Mark Steven Garner II of manslaughter on March 9 for his part in the overdose death of Barbara Ann Sneden, 31, back in August of 2016. Garner was a resident of Solomons. Abrams said after a four day trial that Sneden, who was in treatment at a Walden Sierra facility in St. Mary’s at the time, and another resident there had gone to Solomons and met up with Garner to buy heroin. Snede and her companion used some
of the drug before coming back to St. Mary’s; Snede was later found dead from a heroin overdose. Abrams found that she had died from the heroin that Garner gave her but acquitted him of the higher second-degree depraved heart murder charge pursued by the St. Mary’s County State’s Attorney’s Office. Garner was also found guilty of reckless endangerment and conspiracy to distribute narcotics. Garner awaits sentencing in the St. Mary’s County detention center. The overdose occurred on Aug. 31, 2016 with St. Mary’s sheriffs responding
to the scene, the Chief Medical Examiner’s Office ruled that Sneden was killed due to heroin intoxication. For a month St. Mary’s and Calvert detectives developed Garner as a suspect in the death investigation and executed a search and seizure warrant in Dowell where they arrested Garner. During the arrest police found packaged heroin that was “uniquely” linked to Garner who was the dealer, and found that the heroin seized matched that owned by Garner, police reports stated. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Partnership Announced for K-9 Officers
Calvert Advanced Life Support is excited to announce a partnership between CALS and the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office and its K9 officers. In 2015 Calvert County Sheriff Mike Evans had the vision to add several narcotic K9’s to the Sheriff’s Office. These k9’s have been utilized as an excellent crime fighting tool, helping deputies detect illegal narcotics. By 2016 CCSO had grown its K9 ranks to 14 working dogs. With the increase in our county’s K9 force CALS did an assessment and found that we had
no providers trained to provide immediate care to K9’s who had been critically injured on scene. Handlers are forced to place the dogs in their cruisers and race them to Huntingtown for emergency veterinarian care. The goal was to get a paramedic trained in basic emergency K9 care to be able to start care on the scene of an incident. Survivability once in the care of a definitive veterinarian increases significantly if immediate care is started on the scene. CALS quickly began training
toward this endeavor with the Veterinarian Tactical Group located in Virginia Beach. From that point forward CALS made the commitment to send as many paramedics as possible to this course with the end goal of being able to guarantee that 24/7 365 there would be a K9 medic on duty in Calvert County. In 2017 CALS paid for two Deputy Sheriff’s to attend the training. Additionally, the training is now offered to current k9 handlers. CALS and the CCSO are pleased to
announce that on April 17 – 18, 2018 the Veterinarian Tactical Group will be conducting the training at the CCSO training facility on Broomes Island Road. Currently the course will be attended by 9 paramedics from CALS and other EMS agencies in the region, 8 CCSO K9 handlers, and 2 k9 handlers from other regional agencies. CALS currently has 14 paramedics trained in K9 life support. Press Release from CCSO
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Bernie Fowler Award
Thursday, March 22, 2018
Library Hosts “Local History, Parker Family of Adelina Road” Calvert County has some great local history stories, and Calvert Library Prince Frederick is bringing one to the public on Monday, March 26, at 7pm. Kirsti Uunila, Calvert County Historic Preservation Planner, will share her knowledge of the history of the Parkers of Adelina Road and their connection to the Parker family that is descended from Sukeek, a woman enslaved in the early 1800’s who lived at a site interpreted at Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum (JPPM). Uunila excavated the site with JPPM in 2000 and 2001. Sharon Parker, who grew up in Calvert County, left as a young adult and returned to find that her destiny had brought her back home to the rich Parker family history. She connected with Uunila to gather family information. She has turned her own family success story into a book titled, True Synergy Works…Leading Within: Seven Defining Principles of Knowing Self to Birth Greatness. She published her book last year on her birthday, May 23. The book will be available for sale and signing at the event. For more information, call Robyn Truslow at 410-535-0291. Press Release from Calvert Library
Bernie Fowler, Jr. of Farming 4 Hunger was presented an award during the governor’s cabinet meeting March 12 at the Prince Frederick firehouse for his work on the opioid crisis. Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford (right) reads the award as Gov. Larry Hogan looks on.
Celebrate the founding of Maryland at St. Mary’s City
Celebrate Maryland’s 384th anniversary on Saturday, March 24, 2018 in the city where it all began. Join us by gathering at the Inn at Brome Howard for our annual ceremony at 11:00 a.m. featuring local dignitaries, and students from each of the 23 counties in Maryland, and Baltimore City. The inn is located at 18281 Rosecroft Road, just a mile past the Visitor Center at Historic St. Mary’s City. Our keynote speaker will be Chanel Compton, representing the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture (MCAAHC). After the ceremony, we will open our new exhibit in the Brome Quarter entitled, “Struggle
for Freedom: African American Life in St. Mary’s City in the 19th and 20th Centuries,” which tells the story of African American people during the period of enslavement, post emancipation, and into the 20th century — a story of resilience and self-determination. The program will also include the presentation of HSMC’s highest honor, the Cross Bottony Award, to the MCAAHC, whose grant support made it possible for HSMC to preserve and interpret the Brome Quarter, where enslaved and, later, freed African Americans lived for more than 200 years. The symbolism of the Cross Bottony medal is that it is an element of Lord Baltimore’s crest, first issued in 1625, and used for the Maryland state flag and as part of the official Maryland seal. Visit the museum on us! Admission is free in honor of the day. For information, contact 240-895-4990 or info@ hsmcdigshistory.org. All sites are open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Start your visit at the HSMC Visitor Center (18751 Hogaboom Lane). Press Release fron HSMC
Pet of the Week Meet Poppy!
I got in the St. Patty’s Day spirit hoping a new family would choose me, but alas it has not happened yet. But you can see in my eyes that I’m still believing the perfect person will come soon and be MY MIRACLE! My name is Poppy and I’m a WONDERFUL 3 year old Pointer mix. I’m always looking to have some FUN and I love meeting other dogs. If you’re looking for AFFECTIONATE and PLAYFUL then I’m your girl! But I’m also content to let you massage me and scratch behind my ears. I’m a smart girl and I dream of being your LOYAL FAITHFUL COMPANION!
PLEASE CHOOSE ME! And remember, if there is room in the heart, there is room in the house! Come meet me and the wonderful gang at TriCounty Animal Shelter (6707 Animal Shelter Road, Hughesville) or call 301-932-1713 for more information. To see more of my amazing friends available for adoption, “like” us on Facebook @ Tri-County Animal Shelter Southern MD.
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Thursday, March 22, 2018
Region Pours Out Support for Shooting Victim By Guy Leonard Staff Writer In the wake of the school shooting that rocked the Great Mills community and the rest of Southern Maryland, the outpouring of donations to the family of the girl critically wounded by a fellow student Tuesday has been staggering. A website dedicated to raising funds for the recovery of Jaelyn Willey, 16, shows that more than 1,000 donors have raised more than $41,000 for her in just two days. Willey’s family released a statement regarding her current condition. “This morning, our family was devastated to learn that our beautiful Jaelynn was one of the victims in a school shooting at her high school, Great Mills. Jaelynn is an amazing young lady, whose peaceful presence and love of her fellow students and family is known throughout her …school. The second oldest of [nine] children, Jaelynn is not only a role model to her siblings, but also a dedicated student and member of her school’s swim team. She also selflessly helps take care of her brothers and sisters each and every day, whether at home, or at the beach, one of her favorite places to be. It is hard for us not to see her shining, smiling face right now, and to see her light up the room with her presence. We know that many of you are anxious to hear about her condition, and we will update you when we can. For now, we just ask for pri-
vacy for the families as we deal with the shock of this situation. For those that are looking for a way to help, please keep Jaelynn and our family in your prayers.” The region has also poured out donations to the family of Desmond Barnes, the 14-year-old student also shot in the amount of more than $10,000. Barnes suffered a leg wound in the shooting. He is listed in good condition. Businesses in general also showed kindness to their fellow citizens and first responders on such a dark day. Kevin Thompson’s restaurant in Leonardtown prepared 1,300 meals for students/staff at the tech center, which aided with the reunification of students and parents. The Good Earth and Social Coffee House in Leonardtown also offered free coffee to everyone and PJ’s Towing and Recovery helped many cars stuck in the mud at Leonardtown High School to get out safely. They were charged at a reduced rate, said Sarah Johnson, a dispatcher at the towing business. Johnson, also a Great Mills parent said she tried to rush out to get her children from school as soon as she heard of the shooting, but a friend restrained her. “She told me I should wait,” Johnson said. “I knew I couldn’t get to that school.” Most of what Johnson remembered was the shocked feeling. “I was scared,” Johnson said. “I was numb and I was scared.” The sheriff’s deputy assigned to Great Mills High
Emergency responders came from around the the region to support the efforts at Great Mills High School.
School, Dfc. Blaine Gaskill, acted within seconds to confront the student gunman who is believed to have shot Willey and a 14-year-old male student. Austin Wyatt Rollins, 17, died as a result of that engagement, Sheriff Timothy K. Cameron said at a press conference at Chancellors Run Park. It has yet to be determined whether Rollins died as result of the deputy’s fire or from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Audio recordings of emergency responders to the tragedy show that one of the three students needed CPR, while another suffered a gunshot wound to the head. The male student suffered a wound to his leg and is listed in good condition at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital. Willey is still in critical condition at Prince George’s Shock Trauma Center. According to Cameron at about 7:55 a.m. Rollins entered the school with a handgun and shot Willey and the 14-year-old male. The girl had a prior relationship with Rollins, according to police, but the exact extent of that relationship has yet to be determined. Rollins’ family home, his electronic devices and any social media posts he made are all part of the criminal investigation. Joan, Popoola, a senior at Great Mills High School, said she was in a math class with Rollins two years ago and said they had had a friendly relationship.
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Parents arrived throughout the day to get their children at Leonardtown High School.
She was shocked to learn that he was the alleged children. shooter. “We’re shaken but we’re very strong in St. Mary’s “He was a friend,” Popoola said. “He would talk and County.” interact a lot when we were in groups in math class.” Gov. Larry Hogan, who came down to St. Mary’s Otherwise, Rollins was quiet and amiable, but had a joined by local delegates and U.S. Senators Chris Van real sense of humor. Hollen and Ben Cardin as well as U.S. Rep Steny Hoy“He would crack jokes a lot,” Popoola said, remem- er, said the time had come for leaders to stop debating bering the confusion in the school after the first shot school security improvements. rang out. “It’s tragic, our hearts are broken,” said Hogan. “But “I was just in shock,” she said, about being moved we need more than prayer. farther and farther away from where the shooting took “We have to take action.” place. “You just don’t think it would happen in your Hogan talked about his emergency school security school.” legislation in the General Assembly, which has so far The young man who fired the shots in school Tues- floundered in committee. day was very different from the one she knew two The governor said it would provide $125 million years ago. more dollars to be divided up between school sys“I can’t put it together,” Popoola said. “This is out tems looking to install metal detectors and have more of the blue.” armed security in schools. Cameron said investigators had found no “pre-inThere are currently no metal detectors in county cident signs” that could have predicted the shooter’s schools, including at Great Mills High School, Smith intent as of Tuesday. said. He praised Gaskill’s quick response to the shoot“We’re going to try to get it done in the last 19 days ing; Gaskill is a six-year veteran of the sheriff’s office and also a member of the agency’s tactical team. “This is something we train for and practice for,” Cameron said. “He responded exactly as we trained our personnel to respond.” As police and emergency services personnel swarmed Great Mills High School in the aftermath of the shooting, the public school system began evacuating all of the students to a safe zone to be picked up by their parents. They were all transported to Leonardtown High School. “It’s been an overwhelming response we’ve had,” said Superintendent Scott Smith. “This truly is our worst fear.” About 1,400 students were evacuated from the school. Smith said later that Great Mills High School would be closed until April 2. The trauma of the event had spread throughout the student body, Smith said. “We had several first-hand witnesses to this event,” Smith said. “These are Students arrive at Leonardtown High School after being evacuated.
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of the legislature,” Hogan said of the legislative package. “It’s outrageous we haven’t taken action so far.” Del. Deb Rey (R-Dist. 29B) said this tragedy might help to push the emergency legislation through. “The majority party, if they want to move these bills through, they can move them through,” Rey said. “This unfortunate incident will bring to light the need to spend more money on school security.” The shooting in Great Mills sent neighboring Calvert County into a higher alert with deputies actively guarding school sites. Captain David Payne of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office said they sent their Special Operations Unit over to Great Mills to assist the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office. With the issue of school security on everyone’s minds recently, Payne said Sheriff Mike Evans decided when he heard about the shooting incident to provide deputies for all county schools. “We wanted to make sure students and staff felt safe.” Payne said. “The deputies would remain in the schools for perhaps the next week.” The Calvert board of commissioners said they stood in solidarity with leaders in St. Marys’ dealing with the tragedy. “As this incident continues to unfold, we have committed everything we can to provide public safety assistance. In addition, Sheriff Mike Evans has notified us that he is taking action to stage additional deputies at schools in Calvert County effective immediately,” the board’s statement read. “We stand hand in hand with our St. Mary’s County neighbors and friends and will provide any and all support and resources they may require today and in the following days. We ask every Calvert County citizen to join us in keeping the victims, the students and the first responders in our thoughts and prayers.” The weapon Rollins used was a semi-automatic pistol, but the ammunition capacity, caliber and make of the weapon had not been released. Cameron said that when Gaskill engaged the shooter they fired “almost simultaneously.” “He responded in less than a minute,” Cameron said. “I’m thinking of seconds.” Cameron also did not rule out that Rollins might have committed suicide just as the confrontation with Gaskill ensued. “There is that potential,” Cameron said Tuesday. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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In Remembrance Mary D. Shifflette
Mary D. Shifflette, 76, of Prince Frederick, MD, passed away on March 17, 2018, her favorite day of the year, at her home. She was born on November 26, 1941 in Washington, DC. Mary began her career with the US Customs Office. After becoming a stepmother, she left US Customs to drive a school bus and raise children. Later, she and her late husband, Carl, started “Carl’s Bottles”, a company that traveled around the US selling decorative decanters to stores and at trade shows. They then started “Sign of the Times”, an engraving and trophy company at their home. She loved the beach, boating and fishing. She often sharing fond memories of her time spent with her grandparents at their cottage in Breezy Point and her Aunt Gert Bresnahan at her home in North Beach. She also enjoyed reading and researching on the internet. Beloved wife of the late Carl Shifflette, she is survived by her stepdaughters, Kellie Liming and Andrea Vrooman, and her goddaughter Tammy Taylor-Tucker. Grandmother of Joshua Reaver, Candace Wine, Rachel Liming, Matthew Pitts, Carlin Beard, Kasey Liming and Jessica Taylor. She is also survived by nine greatgrandchildren, Remy, Gabby, Gabe,
Landon, Travis, Elijah, Summer, Nico and Emma. The family would like to express its sincere appreciation to Henry Guyther and Bill Koenig for their friendship and always being available when Mary needed them. Pallbearers will be Joshua Reaver, Matthew Pitts, Jason Wine, Charles Beard, Steve Vrooman, and Danny Tucker. Honorary pallbearers will be Henry Guyther, Bill Koenig, and Clarke Rawlings. The family will receive friends on Friday, March 23, 2018 at Rausch Funeral Home, 4405 Broomes Island Road, Port Republic, MD from 10 AM until the service begins at 11 AM. Interment will follow in St. John Vianney Cemetery, Prince Frederick, MD. Donations can be made to Prince Frederick Volunteer Rescue Squad or Calvert Hospice. Visitation will be Friday, March 23, 2018, 10-11 a.m. at Rausch Funeral Home - Port Republic 4405 Broomes Island Road, Port Republic MD 20676. Funeral service will follow at 11 a. at the funeral home. Interment will be at St. John Vianney Catholic Church Cemetery 105 Vianney Lane, Prince Frederick MD 20678. Memorial contributions may be made to Prince Frederick Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 346, Prince Frederick MD 20678 or Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, 238 Merrimac Court Prince Frederick MD 20678; Phone: 410-535-0892; website: http://calverthospice.org
Hilda Mae Buckmaster Hilda Mae Buckmaster, 89, of Owings passed away March 16, 2018 at Georgetown University Hospital. Hilda was born July 11, 1928 in Sudley, MD to Lawrence F. and Nora V. (Cochran) Marquess. She was raised in Owings on her family’s farm, attended Fairview
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Elementary and graduated from Calvert High School. She married William Buckmaster November 16, 1951 at Lower Marlboro Methodist Church, and they lived in Owings. Hilda was employed as a waitress at Stinnett’s Restaurant for 31 years. In her leisure time Hilda enjoyed attending softball games and fox hunting field trials with her husband William. She loved shopping with her sisters, crossword puzzles, and spending time with family. Hilda was preceded in death by her husband William, brothers Fielder and Malcolm “Mac” Marquess, and sisters Minnie Stinnett, Louise King, Gertrude Mullenax and Dorothy Lissau. She is survived by her brothers Arthur D. and Donnie K. Marquess of Owings, a nephew Timmy Marquess and nieces Sandra Marquess and Dawn Harrison, as well as numerous other nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, 3170 W. Ward Road, Dunkirk MD 20754. Funeral arrangements were by Rausch Funeral Home.
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Matthew James Cwalina, 40, of Prince Frederick, Maryland passed away on March 14, 2018 in Prince Frederick, Maryland. He was born on June 24, 1977 in Pottstown, PA to James Anthony
and Karen Ann (Strzelecki) Cwalina. Matthew graduated with a BS Degree in Education from Alvernia College and a Master’s Degree in Education Leadership from Wilkes University. After many years in Education in PA including Penn Manor, Norristown and Boyertown School District, Matthew moved on to his present job, Vice President of Digital Instruction at Discovery Education where he continued to show his leadership and devotion to education. Matthew was an avid sports enthusiast and an avid Eagles and Phillies fan. Beside his parents, Matthew was a loving husband to Deanna Cwalina and a devoted father to Ethan Cwalina. Brother of Daniel and Susan Cwalina, he is also survived by his mother in law, Linda Lysoby. Memorial contributions may be made to Prince Frederick Rescue Squad P.O. Box 346 Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or National Science Teachers Association, P.O. Box 90214, Washington DC, 2009-0214. Funeral arrangements by Rausch Funeral Home.
Pansy Meek
Pansy Meek, 87, of St. Leonard, Maryland passed away on “Mother’s Day” in England, March 11, 2018. She was born on November 7, 1930 in London, England to the late Wm. Albert and Jessie Colyer Marchant. Wife of the late Douglas Ernest Meek, she was also preceded in death by her son Ronald Douglas Meek. Pansy and her family moved to the United States in 1968 settling in Hyattsville, MD. The family enjoyed camping and thru this love, found Calvert County. They would spend many weekends camping at the Patuxent Camp Grounds, enjoying the river and the people of Calvert County. In 1981 they decided to buy land in Calvert and built a home here in Port Republic. Pansy was a loving, giving and caring person whose door was always open to anyone who needed a place to stay or help with anything. She took care of everyone else before herself Mother of Pauline White, she
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is also survived by 2 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, 238 Merrimac Court Prince Frederick MD 20678; Phone: 410-535-0892; website: http://calverthospice.org Funeral arrangements were by Rausch Funeral Home.
Mary Beth “Beth” Kennet
Elliot Donald Kocen
Mary Beth “Beth” Kennett, 93, of Dowell, MD passed away on March 14, 2018 at her residence. Born June 29, 1924 in Dayton, OH, she was the daughter of the late William Seekamp and Minne A. (Glanders) Seekamp. Beth moved to Calvert County from LaPlata, MD in January 2015. She was an accountant for the United Way of the National Capitol Area for over twenty years, retiring in 1991. She enjoyed traveling, working crossword puzzles and playing Dominoes. Beth is survived by her children, Bruce Kennett of Silver Spring, MD and Gail Schultz of Dowell, MD; and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Luther Kennett; her children, Kurt and Kevin Kennett; and her sisters, Pauline Seekamp and Kathryn Moore. Family will receive friends on Monday, March 26, 2018 from 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. with a Funeral Service to follow at 12:00 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home, 20 American Lane, Lusby, MD 20657. Interment will be on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at 1:45 p.m. at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD. Serving as pallbearers will be Roy, Matthew and Michael Schultz, Erin and Sean Kennett. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Condolences to the family may be made at www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.
Elliot Donald Kocen, 82, of Solomons, MD, passed away suddenly on March 12, 2018 in Sunderland, MD. Born August 18, 1935 in Richmond, VA, he was the son of the late Louis Kocen and Mina Janet (Scher) Kocen. Elliot married his late wife, Joan McGill Kocen on February 13, 1979 in Alexandria, VA. He graduated from the University of Maryland in 1958 and from The American University in 1983. Elliot was a Mortgage Broker for Jefferson Mortgage Group LLC, Washington, DC. He was a member of the Solomons Island Yacht Club, Calvert Historical Society, and the Solomons River Walk to name a few. Elliot loved boats and was a long time member of the Solomons Island Yacht Club which he joined in 1992. He served as treasurer and was on the audit committee for a few years. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy, serving during the Cuban missile crisis. He has been a strong supporter of many community charities. He also wrote a book, “A History of Rousby Hall”, which is available at the Calvert Historical Society. He and his wife lived at Rousby Hall for many years. A few years ago, they moved to their final residence on Solomons Island. Elliot Kocen will be deeply missed by his family, friends and community. Elliot is survived by his niece, Lisa LaFollette of Gastonia, NC, and his nephews, Scott Schiller of Ranson, WV and Don West of Sterrettania, PA; greatnieces and nephews, Donald L. Barr, Thomas Barr, David Barr, Brian Schiller, Jamie Hula and Jordon West; and great-great nieces and nephews, Harper Schiller and Kaeley Schiller. Family received friends on Monday, March 19, 2018 in the Rausch Funeral Home, 20 American Lane, Lusby, MD
20657 where a Funeral Service will be offered at 1 p.m. with Rabbi Ken Cohen officiating. Serving as pallbearers were Scott Schiller, Don West and Morgan LaFollette. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 7500 Greenway Center Drive, Suite 300, Greenbelt, MD 20770. Condolences to the family may be made at www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.
Joan McGill Kocen Joan McGill Kocen, 69, of Solomons, MD, passed away suddenly on March 12, 2018 in Sunderland, MD. Born March 13, 1948 in Concord, NC, she was the daughter of the late Neil McGill and Anne (Lovett) McGill. Joan graduated from Grimsley High School in 1966 and from East Carolina University in 1970. Joan married the late Elliot Kocen on
February 13, 1979 in Alexandria, VA. She and Elliot moved to Calvert County from Chevy Chase, MD in 1986. Joan was an artist and was a member of the Yacht Club, Calvert Historic Society, Hospice, Calvert Garden Club, Calvert Showcase and the Solomons River Walk. Joan is survived by her sisters, Tina Propper of Sunset, SC and Anne Sklar of Murrells Inlet, SC. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 14, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at the Solomons Island Yacht Club, 14604 H.G. Trueman Road, Solomons, MD 20688. Memorial contributions may be made to SMILE, 10290 H. G. Trueman Road, Lusby, MD 20657, the Calvert Marine Museum, P.O. Box 97, Solomons, MD 20688 or the Solomons Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, P. O. Box 189, Solomons MD 20688. Condolences to the family may be made at www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.
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Meat Processing Town Hall Meeting SMECO Auditorium,15035 Burnt Store Rd., Hughesville 5:00 – 7:00 PM Southern Maryland livestock producers and interested members of th public are invited to attend and contribute to the discussion. Visit somdmeatprocessing.eventbrite. com, or contact Craig Sewell, csewell@ smadc.com. 301-274-1922 ex. 1. Kick the Sugar Habit 110 Main St., Prince Frederick 6:00 -7:00 PM Join Health Coach, Kaula Jacks, as she discusses what so much of us hold dear sugar. She will break down the effects of sugar, how to spot hidden sugars in food, how to kick the sugar habit and what healthier options we have in order to satisfy our sweet tooth. Free. Contact: 410-535-9850.http:// kconwaypt.com At the Water’s Edge Lecture Series Calvert Marine Museum, Harms Gallery, Solomons 7:00 – 8:00 PM Grace Mary Brady will present “Gambling” with a focus on horse racing tracks that once existed in Calvert County. Here her fascinating story about a slot machine indictment case at Uncle Billie’s in North Beach. Detective Shawn Moses of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Department will discuss gambling cases in St. Mary’s County. Free and open to the public. More info 410-326-2042. Visit www.calvertmarinemuseum.com.
Friday, March 23 Our Lady Star of the Sea Open House 90 Alexander St., Solomons Island 8:30 - 10:30 AM Guided tours of the campus will begin at the main building of the school. Administration and teachers will be on hand to answer questions and provide information for interested families. Pre-registration for the tours is not required. For further information visit at www.olsss.org or contact the school at 410-326-3171. Exhibit Openings / Donor Recognition Night Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons 5:00 – 7:00 PM Explore the new Dinosaurs of Maryland exhibit on the Mezzanine Level and the new Recreation Playground exhibit in the Maritime History Hall. Enjoy short lectures on each exhibit. Free to the public. Visit www.calvertmarinemuseum.com.
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Pulled Pork Sandwich Dinner American Legion Post 206, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd. (Rt. 260) Chesapeake Beach 5:30 – 7:00 PM Yum is the word for this informal dinner hosted by the American Legion StallingsWilliams Post 206 (Venturing Crew 429). Lower level dining room for a meal you won’t soon forget. $12 includes side, salad, and beverage. Public Welcome. Questions? 410-257-9878. www.ALpost206.
Sat. & Sun., March 24 & 25 Calvert Artists’ Guild Spring Art Show Southern Maryland Sailing Association, 14990 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons Sat. 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Sun. 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Enjoy and purchase the artworks of talented artists of Southern Maryland in mediums such as watercolor, acrylic, clay, textile, and jewelry. For additional information, please contact: Jan Barr 443-404-5746, fujibarr@ comcast.net or Gerry Wood 301-8639663, gbwood2@verizon.net.
Saturday, March 24 Residential Shredding Event Appeal Landfill, Sweetwater Rd., Lusby 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Destroy unwanted paper documents at this free event. Proof of Calvert County residency is required. More info at 410326-0210 or www.co.cal.md.us./recycle. Spring Hiking Trail Maintenance Day North Side Trailhead/Double Oak Farm, 676 Double Oak Rd., Prince Frederick 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Bring your work gloves and elbow grease and we’ll bring great outdoor projects and smiles as we work on the trails! Help us clear winter from the trails as American Chestnut Land Trust staff, volunteers and friends gather to get ready for the spring hiking season. Free picnic lunch for all volunteers! Register by emailing info@ acltweb.org. Visit www.acltweb.org for more information or call 410-414-3400. Easter Egg Hunt & Parade Greenstreet Gardens, 391 W Bay Front Rd. (Rt. 258), Lothian 10:00 – 12:00 PM Enjoy a spring day with the family on the farm to celebrate the Easter holiday. Photo ops with the Easter Bunny. Also, jumping pillow, egg toss, underground slide, tractor playground, goats, snacks and lots ‘o FUN! $6/child (parents do not need a ticket). Remember to Bring Your Own Basket!! 410-867-9500. http://greenstreetgardens.
com/lothian Calvert Egg Drop Patuxent High School, 12485 Southern Connector Blvd, Lusby 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM 15,000 eggs containing candy, toys, and surprises will rain down from the sky! Bring your Easter Basket and gather up some goodies! Some eggs reveal special prizes. Fun, Free Activities for Kids. Helicopter Egg Drop. www.calverteggdrop.com Annual Easter Egg Hunt St. Leonard Polling House, 5095 St. Leonard Rd. 11:00 AM Hunt eggs, decorate a cupcake, and have a snack. Easter Egg Hunt for the children 10 years and younger. Sponsored by the St. Leonard Vision Group. Contact Nancy Zinn, 410-586-0682. Weather date March 25, 3:00 PM. Spring Fling at Calvert Animal Welfare League 1040 Prince Frederick Boulevard 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Pictures with the Easter Bunny. Bake Sale. Vendors. Easter Egg Hunt for kids. Free. 410-535-9300. cawlrescue.org All You Can Eat Oyster Roast Deale VFD, 6007 Drum Point Rd. 1:00 - 4:00 PM Oysters—raw, steamed, fried & stewed. Ham, baked beans, hot dogs, homemade potato salad and coleslaw. Bud, Bud lite, lemonade, coffee and iced tea. $45/ person ($20 carry out) Rain or Shine. Visit—www.deale42.com for upcoming events and details. Kappa, Halie, & Emma Westlawn Inn, North Beach 6:00 -9:00 PM Folk/rock harmonies. www.youtube.com/watch
Sunday, March 25 Palm Sunday Worship Services Friendship United Methodist Church, 22 W. Friendship Rd. 8:30 and 11:00 AM All welcome. 410-257-7133. www.friendshipmethodist.org Palm Sunday Service Middleham and St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 10210 HG Trueman Rd., Lusby 9:30 AM Liturgy of the Palms, Holy Eucharist, and the Passion of Christ. Children’s Easter Party American Legion Post 206, 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd. (Rt. 260) Chesapeake Beach 1:00 – 3:00 PM
Questions? 410-257-9878. www.ALpost206.com At Water’s Edge Lecture Series Chesapeake Beach Town Hall 3:00 – 4:00 PM Dr. Ralph Eshelman will present a lecture on the different modes of transportation that were cornerstones in the development of The Chesapeake Beach area and Calvert County in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Sponsored by the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum. 410-257-3892 Inspirational Film Interdenominational Union Church, Rear Hall, 912 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach 5:00 PM “The Shack” will be shown with the compliments of the Congregation. All are cordially invited. Free. Questions may be directed to (410)257-3555. www.facebook. com/NBUnionChurch.
Tuesday, March 27 Bingo North Beach Volunteer Fire Department. Doors open at 5:00 PM and Bingo starts at 7:30 PM. $5000 jackpot. Admission $8/person. Food and drink available for purchase. More info: 301-855-0520. Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Seminar Bernie Fowler Lab, 142 Williams Street, Solomons 7:00-8:00 PM Septic Detectives: Tracing Septic System Wastewaters in Calvert County Neighborhoods. Dr. Michael Gonsior will discuss methods for source tracking of pollutants arising from septic systems. Pre-registration is not required. Seating is available first-come, first-served for this free event. For more information visit: http://bit.ly/ Science4Citizens
Wednesday, March 28 Meet the Lighthouse Keepers Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Step back in time and meet Mr. and Mrs. Goeshy, the keepers of Drum Point Lighthouse from 1930-1931. Live character interactions with the Goeshy’s at 11:00 and 2:00 will highlight aspects of life at DPLH, with a special focus on women lighthouse keepers in honor of Women’s History Month. Free with admission. www.calvertmarinemuseum.com.
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Events
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Thursday, March 22
Sally Ride-Who Wants to be an Astronaut? 7:00-8:30pm. Award-winning actress and Smithsonian Scholar Mary Ann Jung presents her delightful new show about Sally Ride. Blast off for adventure with America’s first female astronaut and learn about Dr. Ride’s journey and its challenges. Then in the game show portion the whole audience can guess at odd, surprising facts about life in zero gravity aboard the space shuttle. It’s out of this world fun! Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. JobSource Mobile Career Center. 1:00-3:00pm. Stop by to visit the JobSource Mobile Career Center for your job search needs! Get job counseling and résumé help, search for jobs and connect with Southern Maryland JobSource. No registration. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons, 410-326-5289.
Friday, March 23
On Pins & Needles. 1:00-4:00pm. Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting, or other project for an afternoon of conversation and shared creativity. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Saturday, March 24
Irish Dancing. 11:00-12:00pm. CeleGarden Smarter:Did Your Plant Die or Did You Kill It? 10:00-11:30am. Gardening is fraught with opportunities to make mistakes, including plant selection; choice of site and soil properties, planting, and maintenance. Understanding a plant’s needs may help reduce your losses. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Linda Coty’s Art Show Opening Reception. 2:00-4:00pm. Local artist Linda Coty will have her artwork on display from 3/5/18 to 4/27/18. All are welcome to her opening reception at the Southern Branch on 3/24/18. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons, 410-326-5289.
Monday, March 26
Monday Morning Fun. 10:0011:00am. Join us for dancing, stories, movies and fun. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-5350291 or 301-855-1862. Author presents Local History: Parker Family of Adelina. 7:00-8:30pm. Meet author Sharon Parker and Calvert Coun-
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ty Historic Preservation Planner Kirsti Uunila who will share the story of the Parkers of Adelina. Ms. Parker’s book, True Synergy Works…Leading Within: Seven Defining Principles of Knowing Self to Birth Greatness is a Cinderellalike history-finding memoir. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Green Crafting. 2:00-4:00pm. Make crafts out of materials that would typically be thrown out. Crocheting, needlework, sewing, and simple tying techniques will be used. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons, 410-326-5289.
Tuesday, March 27
Flying Needles. 6:00-9:00pm. Knitting, crocheting and portable crafting group open to anyone wanting to join in and share talents, crafting time or learn a new skill. No registration. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons, 410-326-5289. Wiz Kids. 6:30-7:30pm. Be a Wiz Kid! Wiz Kids is a group of do-it-all kids who meet every month to learn about, and do activities based on, science, technology, art, engineering, math and their community. For kids in grades 3-5. Please register one month before each event. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
Wednesday, March 28
Brain Games: Mahjongg, Scrabble & More. 10:00-1:00pm. Want to learn Mahjongg? Hope to make your Scrabble skills killer? Games are a great way to keep your brain sharp while having fun! Join us! Please register. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Teen Book Club: Solo. 4:00-5:00pm. Meet on the last Wednesday of February, March, and April – highlight your favorite parts, think of some discussion questions, or just come listen to what others think during this drop-in book club. Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. Song Circle / Jam Session. 6:308:30pm. Singer-musicians trading songs, taking turns in choosing and leading a group of musicians. It’s a sing-along with space for learning from each other and trying new things. A range of playing abilities and experience can be expected. Public is welcome to participate or just observe. Calvert Library Southern Branch, 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons, 410-326-5289.
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AARP Tax-Aide Program
Certified Tax-Aide Counselors will be available through Friday, April 13, 2018 to prepare individual federal and Maryland state tax returns at no cost or low-to-moderate income senior citizens aged 50-plus. You do not have to be an AARP member. All individuals on the return must be present and provide identification (SSN card and photo ID). Please call for more information: Calvert Pines, 410-5354606; North Beach, 410-257-2549; Southern Pines, 410-586-2748.
Caregivers Conference
The Southern Maryland Higher Education Center in California, MD will be hosting the 26th annual Southern Maryland Caregivers Conference, Friday, April 20, 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. The fee is $30 (includes conference materials, continental breakfast and boxed lunch). Registration brochures are available through the Calvert County Office on Aging.
Centers Closed
Calvert Pines Senior Center, North Beach Senior Center and Southern Pines Senior Center will all be closed Friday, March 30, for Good Friday. Meals on Wheels will not be delivered.
Calvert Pines Senior Center (CPSC)
Enjoy our monthly movie, Wonder, Wednesday, March 28, 5 p.m. followed by a delicious chicken dinner. Pre-registration and payment required. Fee $7. It’s Opening Day, so be sure to guess who will be in the World Series. Join us wearing your team’s attire! Peanuts and non-alcoholic beer will be on hand to celebrate Opening Day, Thursday, March 29, 11 a.m.
North Beach Senior Center (NBSC)
Enjoy your favorite cup of coffee at the Open Coffee Bar amongst friends, Tuesday, March 27, 2 p.m. The local chapter of the Questers is a non-profit organization which is dedicated to the preservation of historical objects for the benefit of today and tomorrow. Join them, Wednesday, March 28, 11 a.m. for their presentation on Haviland China and the Apple Blossom pattern.
Southern Pines Senior Center (SPSC)
Join us to learn about (H)Our History this month that will focus on Gettysburg, Tuesday, March 27, 11 a.m. Have fun with friends playing an interactive brain game of Mental Gymnastics, Thursday, March 29, 11:15 a.m.
Eating Together Menu
Monday, March 26
Thursday, March 29
Meatloaf, Gravy, Succotash, Seasoned Greens, Dinner Roll, Orange Sections
Fried Liver & Onions, Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Tossed Salad, Carrots, Dinner Roll, Pineapple
Baked Ham, Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Brussel Sprouts, Tomato Wedge Salad, Dinner Roll, Fresh Fruit Cup
Centers Closed for Good Friday. Meals on Wheels will not be delivered.
Tuesday, March 27
Wednesday, March 28
Friday, March 30
BBQ Chicken Leg, Baked Beans, Dilled Carrots w/Snow Peas, Dinner Roll, Fruited Jell-O Lunches are served to seniors, aged 60-plus, and their spouses through Title IIIC of the Older Americans Act. Suggested donation is $3. To make or cancel a reservation call: Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606, North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748. Lunches are subject to change.
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Traffic Study Needed
To the Editor: In the last several months, the County Commissioners received overwhelming numbers of public comments on the draft Calvert County Comprehensive Plan about the frustrating amounts of traffic congestion. There’s clearly increasing citizen demand for a County-wide traffic study to make sure that future growth and development decisions are made in a way that does not make rush hour traffic congestion unbearable and driving conditions along Route 2/4 and elsewhere even more dangerous. To their credit, the Planning Commission heard citizen concerns and recommended that the County Commissioners conduct a traffic study. Despite all this, Commissioners Hejl, Hart and Slaughenhaupt remain skeptical that such a study is needed. The facts say otherwise. The last traffic study was done in 2011 and updated in 2013, and looked only at Prince Frederick, not county-wide. It showed that, during the peak PM rush hour, fully six major Prince Frederick intersections were operating at levels of congestion the State deemed “unacceptable:” MD 2/4 at MD 402, MD 765A at Commerce Lane, MD 765A at Armory Road, MD 765 A at Church Street,
MD 2/4 at MD 765, and Prince Fredrick Boulevard at MD 231. This analysis was based on 2010 traffic volumes (somewhat lower than today). Now add in that future traffic volumes will increase still further over today’s levels, as Calvert residential and commercial growth finally starts recovering from the effects of the great recession. For example, four major Prince Frederick residential developments are already in the pipeline: Calvert Hills East (96 apartments), Chaplin South/Beechtree (260 apartments), Oakland Hall Phase 3 (31 houses) and the first section of Armory Square (250 townhouses). That’s 637 new residences, or, conservatively assuming 1.5 vehicles per residence commute to work, 955 more vehicles added to Prince Frederick AM and PM rush hours. In addition, some proportion of these vehicles will commute north on 2/4, adding to congestion at Dunkirk, some will commute south into St Mary’s, further aggravating the Thomas Johnson Bridge backup, and some will commute to Charles, adding to the MD231 headache. Now factor in that the current draft Comprehensive Plan includes large expansions of the town centers, and envisions rezoning much of the added
Intersection Light Needed To the Editor: Hello, I’m writing for public notice and requesting for an intersection light to be installed at 231 Prince Frederick Road/Teagues Point Road. There has been a significant increase in accidents while vehicles are waiting to turn Left onto Teagues Point Raod. It is cringing to be sitting waiting to turn left while cars pass you on the shoulder doing 60+ mph. This past Saturday, March 17 2018, another crash took place which required the road to be shut down yet again. Lives are being injured and lost. There is a major Safety Concern that needs to be addressed ASAP. I look forward to any help regarding this matter. Thanks Brian Spaulding
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land to densities as high as 24 residences per acre. Right now, unless a County-wide traffic study is done, there’s no way to calculate the impact of future rezoning and development decisions on traffic conditions and determine how many more intersections will fail. All we have are coarse State estimates that, if projected growth continues, traffic volume along Rt. 2/4 will increase from over 50,000 vehicles per day to 83,500 by 2030. Does anyone seriously think Rt. 2/4 can efficiently and safely handle such an increase? To preserve our current quality of life, it’s imperative that the County Commissioners include traffic study funding in the FY19 budget that will be submitted this Spring. We must have study results before finalizing growth and rezoning guidance in the new Comprehensive Plan, if that plan is to be at all a responsible document. Please press Commissioner Hejl, Hart and Slaughenhaupt to fund this study.
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