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ON THE COVER: MEMBERS OF THE MECHANICSVILLE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT TAKE PEG GOWEN OF LEONARDTOWN OUT OF THE CRAFT GUILD SHOP’S PARKING LOT, WHICH WAS FLOODED BY A SWOLLEN MCINTOSH RUN. PHOTO FROM ST. MARY’S COUNT Y SHERIFF’S OFFICE.
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Heavy and constant rains this week caused serious flooding in Leonardtown, with two women becoming trapped in a building along Route 5 when their parking lot became deluged. St. Mary’s sheriff’s deputies and volunteers from the Leonardtown and Mechanicsville fire departments and the Leonardtown Volunteer Rescue Squad affected a water rescue of both Peg Gowen of Leonardtown and July Dillon of Hollywood. Both women were moving merchandise at the Craft Guild Shop store, according to emergency responders. Town Administrator Laschelle McKay said the rain quickly overran the banks of nearby McIntosh Run. “It’s an area with ongoing issues,” McKay told The County Times. The widespread flooding also closed the Port of Leonardtown Winery, which is immediately adjacent to McIntosh Run. “The creek overflowed… our whole vineyard was underwater, the base of the trunks of the vines,” said Lauren The Craft Guild wishes to thank Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department, Mechanicsville volunteer Fire Department, & St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office for helping the two ladies from the Craft Guild
Zimmerman, who operates the winery. “This is the second time we’ve had to close down this week.” Steve Walker, director of the Department of Emergency Services, said motorists must heed warnings not to drive through flood waters. “It really is an important part of what to do,” Walker said. “Even if you can’t make your destination, if you get stuck in water you’re not getting there anyway. “You have to turn around.” Despite all the flooding, St. Mary’s has been fortunate since heavy flooding has been quick to recede, he said, but it has left its mark. Both Friendship School Road and Bishop Road have been washed out in certain sections by flood waters. “If you go through flood waters the road might not be there under it,” Walker said. “It might be washed away.” The county government warned that residents needed to remain vigilant due to continued rain fall projected for the rest of the week. guyleonard@countytimes.net Shop get to higher ground after rising water from the creek. Everyone was so helpful and superior with their job. Thank you so much! The Craft Guild
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Students Meet With Power Boat Regatta Governor On Gun Control Begins This Weekend
Jaxon O’Mara and Gov. Larry Hogan
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
Jaxon O’Mara, a Great Mills High School senior and her companions spoke out at a rally July 21 in Annapolis for greater controls on gun ownership but just days before she was able to establish a rapport with Gov. Larry Hogan on the same issues. O’Mara had been petitioning the governor for weeks for an audience; she was pleased to get it. “I was very surprised at how receptive he was,” O’Mara told The County Times. “We also talked about his relationship with the NRA (National Rifle Association). “He said he wasn’t interested in an endorsement or more money from the NRA.” O’Mara said she spoke with the governor July 19 about implementing safe storage laws regarding firearms; requiring owners to lock them away and not just keep a trigger lock on them.
She also spoke with the governor oo strengthening child access laws regarding firearms. Under Maryland law adults can be held liable for a young person up to the age of 16 having unsupervised access to firearms. The student who shot and killed Jaelynn Willey March 20 at Great Mills High School was 17 years old; he used his father’s legally owned Glock 17 9mm pistol. “He was very receptive to child access laws,” O’Mara said. “He said he would sign a [child access] law if it came across his desk and done in the right way.” Hogan, in a message on Twitter, praised the students for their activism. “We need more young people like them who are engaged and passionate about important issues impacting our communities,” Hogan stated. Angela Berard, a spokesperson for the governor’s office, said O’Mara’s comments were an accurate reflection of the discussion she had with Hogan. “Governor Hogan had a very cordial meeting and a productive dialogue with the students from Great Mills on an issue that they are rightly passionate about,” Berard said in a statement. “The governor and the students found common ground on a number of issues, and discussed potential legislation the students plan to advocate for in the next session. “The governor encouraged the students to continue being active in the public sphere and fighting for their beliefs.” guyleonard@countytimes.net
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By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
Power boat drivers will take to the waters of Breton Bay at Leonardtown Wharf starting Saturday for another year of high-speed thrills. Rayner Blair, of the Southern Maryland Boat Club, said this will be the fourth year of the Leonardtown Vintage Power Boat Regatta, showcasing the powerboats of yesteryear when racing on local waters was a favorite pastime that brought hundreds of spectators. Before racing day, on July 27 racers will be available for a meet-and-greet at The Rex on the hill above the Leonardtown Wharf. Power boats will be on display that evening. “It’s to boost excitement,” Blair said. “They can meet the drivers and see the boats. “There will be about 15 boats on display, which will be pretty cool.”
Blair said the drivers will start at 9a.m. Saturday and run until noon. They will start again at 1p.m. and run until 4p.m. The event will not be an actual race, however, Blair said, but a demonstration of high speed powess. There will be no heats between racers, he said. “The American Power Boat Association doesn’t want us racing, due to the age of the boats,” Blair said. “But you’ll get to see speeds of up to 90 miles-an-hour.” Many of the 30-odd boats in the regatta had their glory days in the early days of racing in the late 1960s up through the early 1980s, said Blair. Blair will be in the regatta as well with a 42-year-old boat, he said. “They have all been painstakingly restored,” Blair said. The regatta will continue on Sunday, July 29. guyleonard@countytimes.net
Town Must Approve Animal Shelter Site
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
Officials with the Town of Leonardtown say before a proposed animal shelter could be built within town limits the town council would have the final say on the matter. Land at the Clark’s Rest community along Route 5 through town is one of two sites the Commissioners of
St. Mary’s County have come to favor for the new facility, but Town Administrator Laschelle McKay said there are several issues that must be looked at before even considering the facility. “It’s got to come back to the council no matter what,” McKay told The County Times. The town council would have to approve the use of equivalent dwelling units of water and sewer capacity from the town’s waste water treatment plant, she said. Another issue is that Clark’s Rest was originally designed and approved as a planned unit development and having an animal shelter was not included in that design. “That would have to go back to the town council as well for any changes,” McKay said. The 28-acre piece of land at Clark’s Rest had been deeded to the town by Marrick, the developer of the property, McKay said, and was designated either for recreational or public use. Either way, it would be up to the town to decide if the site was ultimately deemed favorable by the county commissioners. “We’re still waiting for a site plan from Marrick about how the building would be situated on the property,” McKay said. “Our biggest concern there is what
the residents say.” Since the county first announced it was considering the Clark’s Rest site some in the new community have opposed it, while others in the county at large say that a shelter in Leonardtown would be a good, central location for all of St. Mary’s. Marrick has offered to provide a tour of a similar animal shelter they have built in Calvert County and the behest of their commissioner board, McKay said, and have extended the invitation to the town council members as well. Rick Bailey, owner of Marrick Homes, said some in the community had praised the idea. “I think it would be a good opportunity for the county,” Bailey said, adding that neither the county nor the town had made any decisions on siting the shelter. “I’ve heard from some people that are very supportive; they think it’s for a good cause,” said Bailey. Bailey said the potential site for the animal shelter was on the very end of the property along Route 5. “You wouldn’t be able to see it from the homes and it wouldn’t be accessible from the subdivision,” said Bailey. “It would have an entrance off of Route 5.” guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Assault Trial Begins in Severe Mechanicsville Collision By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
Two years ago in October a car driving erratically southbound on Route 5 in Mechanicsville veered off the road and struck a truck carrying four people at the intersection with Mechanicsville Road on their way to a Halloween party in Washington D.C. All four occupants of the truck suffered severe injuries, some of them life-threatening. The driver of the striking vehicle, Victoria Ann Gellings, finally went on trial this week for her actions that day, facing numerous counts of assault and driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol. Laura Caspar, assistant state’s attorney, said in her opening statement that several people saw Gellings’ vehicle, a blue Jeep Liberty, leaving the McKay’s Plaza in Charlotte Hall that October 28 driving so erratically that they followed her down the road and tried to find out her condition. One witness testified that drivers tried to veer close to Gellings in an effort to slow her down, but it didn’t work. Seconds later, Michael Flores, Katelyn Kalnasy and husband and wife Christopher and Angela Kalnasy were fighting for their lives.
“These were young people who were all healthy with bright futures,” Caspar said. “That almost all changed.” Later, at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C., tests of Gellings’ blood, Caspar argued, showed the presence of alcohol and amphetamines. Robert Harvey, Gellings’ defense counsel, argued that there was no chain of custody of the blood results, and, in fact, there were no proper tests of the defendant’s blood or breath taken by law enforcement officers following the accident. “There’s no disputing… that this was a terrible traffic accident,” Harvey said. “But, that’s all it was, a serious traffic accident.” Harvey said there were no witnesses to Gellings drinking alcohol on the day of the accident, and he said the tests that showed she had controlled substances in her blood stream showed both positive and negative results. Also, police did not detect any smell of alcohol from Gellings or her vehicle following the crash, Harvey said, only a “sweet, fruity smell” that was the result of her going through diabetic ketoacidosis, a condition that puts diabetics under great strain and distress. Harvey also said Gellings suffered from diabetes insipidus, which resulted
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in extreme dehydration, contributing to her in extremis condition. “She was definitely experiencing a medical emergency…” Harvey argued. A sheriff’s deputy later testified under cross examination that he tried to have blood drawn but could not compel hospital workers to draw Gellings’ blood as he was outside his jurisdiction. Brian Taylor, 37, of Mechanicsville, testified he saw Gellings leaving the shopping center in Charlotte Hall driving erratically; he had his wife follow Gellings in their car. “She left the road several times… almost hitting other cars,” Taylor said of Gellings’ drive down Route 5. “She was swerving in an out.” Both he and several other witnesses testified that they saw Gellings’ vehicle drive into the median ditch in the vicinity of Mechanicsville Elementary School and “go airborne” after leaving it back onto the roadway. “It was very unsafe,” Taylor testified of Gellings’ driving. “She obviously didn’t have control over [the] vehicle.” Michael Flores testified that the moment of Gellings’ striking his vehicle was an unbelievable shock. “It felt like either being struck by lightning or somebody turning up the bass in my truck really loud,”
Flores said. “It was out of the world.” He suffered multiple broken bones and spent weeks in the hospital recovering. Kaitlyn Kalnasy testified she did not remember the collision; she could only recall leaving the home owned by her brother Christopher and sister-in-law Angela Kalnasy and waking up November 8 in the hospital. Christopher Kalnasy testified of the instant he saw Gellings’ car just before it struck. “I looked over and saw the defendant’s car careening at us, without any sign of slowing down,” Christopher Kalnasy said. “The next thing I knew I was laying on the ground and calling my wife’s name. While Flores and his sister had to be cut out of the smashed truck, Kalnasy and his wife had been forcibly ejected onto the ground. The heap laid just in front of the Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home. He testified he tried to get up but couldn’t. “I knew my legs were broken,” Christopher Kalnasy said. “I could feel the bones grinding inside my legs.” Angela Kalnasy, who sat in a wheelchair in court, did not testify.
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St. Mary’s County Operated Museums Receive National Recognition
American Alliance of Museums awards re-accreditation
The St. Mary’s County Museum Division has once again achieved accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the highest national recognition afforded the nation’s museums, for all county-run historic sites. These include the St. Clement’s Island Museum in Colton’s Point, MD, the Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park in Piney Point, MD, the Drayden African American Schoolhouse in Drayden, MD and the U-1105 Black Panther Historic Shipwreck Preserve in the Potomac off of Piney Point, MD. Accreditation signifies excellence to the museum community, governments, funders, outside agencies and museum patrons. St. Mary’s County Museum Division sites were initially accredited in 1992. Museums must undergo a re accreditation review at least every 10 years to maintain accreditation status. The next review is slated for 2027. Alliance Accreditation brings national recognition to a museum for its commitment to excellence, accountability, high professional standards and continued institutional improvement. Developed and sustained by museum professionals for over 45 years, the Alliance’s museum accreditation program is the field’s primary vehicle for quality assurance, self-regulation and public accountability. It strengthens the museum profession by promoting practices which enable leaders to make informed decisions, allocate resources wisely and remain financially and ethically accountable to provide the best possible service to the public. “Being accredited by the American Alliance of Museums is like getting the ‘Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval,’” says Karen Stone, St. Mary’s County Museum Division Manager. “It demonstrates to the world we are doing things properly in caring for the collections and buildings entrusted to us by the public and shows other museums we will treat loaned objects with care. This accreditation proves the division to be worthy of that trust. I am very proud of this achievement, which took the help of many staff members and volunteers alike.” Of the nation’s estimated 33,000 mu-
seums, over 1,070 are currently accredited. The sites cared for by the St. Mary’s County Museum Division (including the division itself) represent five of seven currently accredited in Southern Maryland (Historic St. Mary’s City and the Calvert Marine Museum being the others). There are only 23 total accredited sites in Maryland. Accreditation is a very rigorous but highly rewarding process which examines all aspects of a museum’s operations. To earn accreditation a museum first must conduct a year of self-study and then undergo a site visit by a team of peer reviewers. AAM’s Accreditation Commission, an independent and autonomous body of museum professionals, considers the selfstudy and visiting committee report to determine whether a museum should receive accreditation. “Accredited museums are a community of institutions that have chosen to hold themselves publicly accountable to excellence,” said Laura L. Lott, Alliance president and CEO. “Accreditation is clearly a significant achievement, of which both the institutions and the communities they serve can be extremely proud.” The St. Mary’s County Museum Division was established by the St. Mary’s County Board of County Commissioners to collect, preserve, research and interpret the historic sites and artifacts that illustrate the natural and cultural histories of St. Mary’s County and the Potomac River. With this as its charter, the Museum Division serves as a resource, liaison and community advocate for all St. Mary’s County public and private cultural assets. The St. Mary’s County Museum Division manages 94 acres of property and 4 historic sites, including: St. Clement’s Island Museum; the Little Red Schoolhouse; the Piney Point Lighthouse, Museum and Historic Park; the Drayden African-American Schoolhouse; and the U-1105 Black Panther Shipwreck Preserve. The Museum Division also assists with the monitoring and maintenance of St. Clement’s Island State Park and the U.S. Colored Troops Interpretive Center. St. Mary’s County PIO
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Maryland Retains Triple AAA Bond Rating, To Sell Up To $510 Million of General Obligation Bonds Maryland State Treasurer Nancy K. Kopp announced today that the three major national bond rating agencies have reaffirmed the State’s strong AAA bond rating, all with stable outlooks, in preparation for the upcoming competitive sale of State General Obligation Bonds on Wednesday, August 1, 2018. Maryland is one of 12 states* to hold the coveted AAA rating, the highest possible rating, from all three major bond rating agencies. S&P Global Ratings (formerly Standard and Poor’s) has rated the bonds AAA since 1961. Moody’s Investors Service has assigned the bonds a rating of Aaa since 1973, and Fitch Ratings has rated the bonds AAA since 1993. Treasurer Kopp said, “We are pleased and proud that Maryland continues to be recognized as a strong AAA State, a distinction that affirms our State’s longstanding commitment to prudent and proactive financial management and continuing overall fiscal strength. The rating agencies recognize the contribution of our diverse economy, welleducated workforce, and above-average wealth and income levels to the overall quality of an investment in Maryland.” “The taxpayers of Maryland will continue to save millions of dollars as they benefit from lower interest rates prompted by these AAA ratings. This achievement allows us to continue to invest in our communities, notably our schools, libraries, institutions of higher education, healthcare facilities and cultural projects important to the residents of our State,” Treasurer Kopp added. Fitch Ratings, in assigning its AAA rating and stable outlook, said: “Maryland’s ‘AAA’ IDR [Issuer Default Rating] reflects its broad, diverse and wealthy economy, extensive budget controls and sound financial operations, and strong management of debt.” Fitch further noted: “Fiscal management is very strong, with consensusoriented longterm planning and multiple sources of flexibility including a consistently solid budgetary reserve and a demonstrated ability to adjust spending to address changing circumstances. Although liabilities are elevated for a state, they are moderate relative to resources and carefully managed.” Moody’s Investors Service, in providing its rationale for its Aaa rating, said “The highest-quality rating reflects Maryland’s strong financial management policies, ample liquidity levels, stable economy and high personal income levels, all of which offset the state’s economic exposure to constrained federal spending, as well as the above-average debt and pension burdens stemming from the state’s practice of issuing debt and absorbing certain pension costs on behalf of local governments.” In explaining the stable outlook, Moody’s indicated “The state’s proactive
fiscal management enables it to make midcourse corrections and weather economic cycles. It has also taken often difficult actions to strengthen the foundation for long term fiscal sustainability. Even so, growth in fixed costs for pensions, debt service and retiree health benefits will continue to be a challenge.” In assigning its AAA long-term rating and stable outlook, S&P Global Ratings said: “The ‘AAA’ GO rating reflects what we view as Maryland’s: Broad and diverse economy, which continues to post slow growth; Strong wealth and income levels relative to those of the nation; Long history of proactive financial and budget management, including implementation of frequent and timely budget adjustments to align revenues and expenditures and long-term financial planning that should continue to be helpful in addressing future budget challenges; and Well-developed debt management practices with a moderate debt burden for most measures and rapid amortization, although longterm pension and other postemployment benefits (OPEB) liabilities remain moderately high, in our opinion.” S&P Global Ratings further stated: “The stable outlook reflects Maryland’s continued focus on structural budget alignment and maintenance of minimum state reserves at levels we consider good, despite continued slow economic growth. The state’s continued practice of making proactive midyear adjustments to align the budget in case of slowerthan-anticipated revenue growth will remain an important credit factor over the two-year outlook horizon, given Maryland’s above-average economic dependence on federal government employment and spending.” The bond sale will include $510 million of tax-exempt bonds sold in two bidding groups to enhance competition: Bidding group 1 - $275,295,000 of taxexempt bonds; and Bidding group 2 $234,705,000 of tax-exempt bonds. Both bidding groups are expected to be sold to institutions. As has always been the case with the issuance of Maryland’s tax-exempt General Obligation Bonds, the State uses the proceeds to finance necessary capital projects, such as schools, community colleges, university projects and hospitals. The Maryland Board of Public Works, composed of Governor Lawrence J. Hogan, Jr., Treasurer Nancy K. Kopp, and Comptroller Peter Franchot, will preside over the competitive bond sale on Wednesday, August 1, 2018 in the Assembly Room in the Goldstein Treasury Building in Annapolis. The Maryland State Treasurer’s Office expects to conduct another bond sale in February or March 2019. Press Release
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Produce Stand Vendors Sought for Governmental Center Campus St. Mary’s County Government seeks to gauge interest from local produce vendors who may be interested in providing fresh-grown produce intermittently during regular business hours on the Governmental Center campus in Leonardtown. The Governmental Center is home to numerous governmental offices and receives many visitors daily. This is to also include offering produce sales and options for Community Supported Agriculture (CSA). Vendors who accept WIC FMNP/SFMNP and FVC are preferred. Interested produce stand operators/ farmers should call Jennifer Stone, Department of Human Resources, at 301-475-4200, ext. *1110. Only actively licensed vendors who carry sufficient auto liability, product liability and general liability insurance coverages will be covered. This notification is only seeking interest and is not a formal solicitation or promise of a business location at the Governmental Center. The address is: St. Mary’s County Governmental Center, 23115 Leonard Hall Drive, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Produce stand operators should provide notification of their interest no later than Aug. 1, 2018. Press release from SMC Government
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Police Seek Gun Store Burglary Suspects By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
The owner of the sporting goods store The Tackle Box on Three Notch Road in Lexington Park says that suspects who burglarized his store July 21 were not able to steal many firearms from his business. Ken Lamb did not tell The County Times just how many firearms were stolen from his business but said they were exclusively handguns. “It was a handful of guns they stole,” Lamb said. “The alarm went off as soon as they came in so they could only smash and grab.” Lamb said the alarm system in his business meant that intruders only had two-to-three minutes before police arrived. Lamb would not say how the intruders entered his store, nor if he had surveillance footage of the perpetrators. Lamb said the suspects stole no ammunition during the burglary. The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Of-
fice reported that the burglar alarm sounded at about 4:30 a.m. and that by the time deputies had responded the suspects had fled the scene. The sheriff’s office has not reported how many guns were stolen, nor have they released any suspect descriptions in the crime. Detectives are asking for citizen help to close the case. Anyone with information on this burglary is asked to contact Detective James Bare at (301) 475-4200 extension *8118, or by email at James.Bare@stmarysmd.com. Citizens may remain anonymous and contact Crime Solvers at (301) 4753333, or text a tip to “TIP239” plus their message to “CRIMES” (274637). Through the Crime Solvers Program tipsters are eligible for an award of up to $1,000 for information about a crime in St. Mary’s County that leads to an arrest or indictment. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Sheriff’s Office Seeks Armed Robbery Suspects On July 22, 2018, at approximately 11:30 P.M. deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 21000 block of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, for the report of a robbery. Two victims reported while at the PNC Bank ATM, two black males approached and one had a firearm. The suspects demanded property and the victims complied. The suspects then fled the area on foot. The following day, at approximately 12:30 A.M. deputies responded to the 22000 block of Three Notch Road in Lexington Park, for a reported robbery. Preliminary investigation determined two black males entered the Wawa, and one suspect brandished a firearm and demanded property. The employee/victim complied and both suspects then fled the establishment on foot. Capt. Edward Willenborg, head of the Criminal Investigations Division, said detectives are still gathering evidence and are unsure whether the incidents are connected. He said detectives are also investigating several other burglaries that have added to the rash of street crime in Lexington Park, these include break-ins at the Capt. Pat’s seafood restaurant and the Ledo’s Pizza next to it.
He said these latest burglaries occurred sometime between late July 23 and July 24. Anyone with information on the armed robberies is asked to contact Detective Austin Schultz at (301) 475-4200 extension *1953 or by email at Austin.Schultz@ stmarysmd.com. Additionally the investigation into the death of a 51-year-old male found in Nicolet Park July 23 is still continuing, Willenborg said. The deceased was found by a patrol deputy making a routine check of the park, Willenborg said. “There are no signs of foul play,” Willenborg told The County Times. “It may very well be natural causes.” Investigators are awaiting the results of an autopsy. Citizens may remain anonymous and contact Crime Solvers at (301) 475-3333, or text a tip to “TIP239” plus their message to “CRIMES” (274637). Through the Crime Solvers Program tipsters are eligible for an award of up to $1,000 for information about a crime in St. Mary’s County that leads to an arrest or indictment.. St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office PIO Staff Writer Guy Leonard contributed to this report.
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Leonardtown Rotary Recognizes Kevin Thompson The Leonardtown Rotary Club recognized Kevin Thompson for his meritorious “Service Above Self,” the principal motto of the Rotary that conveys the philosophy of unselfish volunteer service. Kevin Thompson’s actions on the day of the shooting at Great Mills High School typify this motto. On March 20, a gunman opened fire at Great Mills High, killing one student and wounding another before killing himself. In the face of this senseless tragedy, Kevin Thompson acted. Knowing the students and faculty evacuated from the school would be reunited with family at the Forrest Technology Center in Leonardtown, Mr. Thompson closed Kevin’s Corner Kafe, his popular seafood restaurant, to concentrate on making lunches. He and his staff gave away 1,300 lunches to the students, staff, first responders and family members assembled at the Forrest Center that day. Cathy Allen, St. Mary’s County Public School Board and Leonardtown Rotary member, shared that staff said, “It speaks volumes about Kevin that the day of the shooting he wasn’t contacted for help, but simply sprung into high gear and showed up with meals. He is an incredible human being who cares deeply for this community.” Kevin was also surprised with a cer-
tificate and “Service Above Self” coin by Leonardtown Rotary members who converged on Kevin’s Corner Kafe for a dinner to honor Mr. Thompson. The certificate, now proudly displayed in his restaurant, reads: “In recognition of your Service Above Self to the students, faculty & families of Great Mills High on that fateful day of March 20, 2018 from the grateful members of the Rotary Club of Leonardtown, MD.” In reaction, Kevin stated he had received many calls and thank yous, but “… never expected something like this.” The Leonardtown Rotary Club is open to anyone who lives, Robin Finnacom, President of Leonardtown Rotary Club, presents a “Service Above Self” award to Kevin Thompson. works or plays in St. Mary’s Hospital. To learn more about Mary’s County. The Club meets weekly the Club, contact Lisa Blackwell, MemPress release by SMC Library on Thursday mornings at MedStar St. bership Chairman at 614-707-3866.
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Visitors to Shepherd’s Old Field got to shop for locally made crafts.
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ON THE SQUARE
Saturday, August 4, 2018, 4—9 p.m. FREE Fun for all Ages! •
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In Leonardtown August 3, 5—8 p.m.
Thanks to our Sponsors: The Commissioners of Leonardtown and the Leonardtown Business Association
This event was made possible in part by a grant from the St. Mary’s County Arts Council, awarded by the Maryland State Arts Council.
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Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) recently received a $4,500 contribution from CoBank to award to local organizations that SMECO has supported. Patuxent Habitat for Humanity, which is active in Calvert and St. Mary’s counties, is receiving $2,500. Health Partners of Charles County is receiving $1,000, and the Greenwell Foundation, located in St. Mary’s county, is receiving $1,000. “SMECO has supported the mission of these local organizations that provide invaluable services to Southern Maryland residents,” said Natalie Cotton, community and public affairs director. “We are committed to championing local charities and they have earned the privilege to benefit from CoBank’s generosity.” “Patuxent Habitat for Humanity brings people from all walks of life together to help their neighbors by providing decent, affordable housing. Since 2003, we’ve built 20 homes for low income working families. We also make home repairs for veterans to improve their living conditions,” said Sharon Farbizio, Director of Finance of the organization. “The Patuxent Habitat for Humanity ReStore takes donations of building materials and home goods so they can be sold and re-used, which provides additional funds to build homes,” she added. “The Greenwell Foundation’s equestrian programs include riding lessons, trail rides and carriage rides for par-
ticipants from age 7 to 85,” said Jolanda Campbell, Executive Director. “Summer camps serve children with healthy outdoor programs on horseback, in the woods, and on the water. Every year, we serve more than 4,000 neighbors of all ages, and we celebrate our many community partnerships.” Campbell added, “We’re helping people with disabilities to become more outgoing and confident. We match people with horses that are friendly and gentle. The kids bond with these horses and they are transformed.” “Health Partners provides Southern Maryland residents with quality, affordable health care and dental services. Clients who are uninsured are seen on a sliding fee based on income,” said Chrisie Mulcahey, Executive Director. “Health Partners was founded by two Sisters of the Holy Cross to provide access to medical care for underserved Charles County residents. We’ve come a long way since then and are able to continue providing needed care to our community because members of our community care. It is heartwarming to see how much good we can accomplish when we support one another,” she added. CoBank’s Sharing Success program is a $3 million charitable fund to benefit cooperatives and the charitable groups they support. As a CoBank customer, SMECO was eligible to receive funds to be awarded to organizations it supports. Press Release
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MD Dentists to Provide Free Dental Care to Area Dentists from across Maryland will converge on Waldorf for the Southern Maryland Mission of Mercy to help provide dental care to nearly 1,200 area residents during the two-day event from July 27 – 28. Patients begin lining up late on July 26 and into the early morning of July 27. Doors open at 6 a.m. and are often closed only a few hours later after the facility fills up with patients. “Our dentists give their time to keep all of Maryland smiling. With the help of thousands of volunteers, we’ve been able to raise awareness about how good dental health improves the overall health of individuals,” Maryland State Dental Association President Foundation Dr. Diane Romaine said. “These are fully-trained dentists providing the best care to some of our most vulnerable citizens. Missions of Mercy are a testament to the commitment Maryland dentists have to the people of this state.” Maryland dentists are advocating for Medicaid coverage for Maryland adults, and this year were successful in helping pass and sign into law a pilot program to provide limited dental coverage to adult Medicaid program recipients. Maryland is one of the few states in the nation that does not provide full dental coverage to adults in its Medicaid program. Maryland dentists are also creating innovative programs that are proving to be highly successful to help ensure access to the most at-risk Marylanders. “The Maryland State Dental Association is working to ensure that all Marylanders have the best quality dental care that we can provide. Missions of Mercy are incredible valuable to the community. And, the dentists who volunteer their time and services, most importantly, love seeing the smiling faces of the patients once everything is comleted, “ Dr. Vanessa Benavent, President of the Maryland State Dental Association said. “Through these Missions of Mercy, we’ve been able to demonstrate the real need in Maryland for our state leaders to sign into law comprehensive adult dental Medicaid to our most vulnerable citizens.” Just last year, Missions of Mercy across Maryland provided more than $3 million worth of treatment to more than 3,000 patients. Since 2010, the program has provided more than $13 million in dental services to low-income and uninsured
Photo courtesy of Southern Maryland Missions of Mercy.
Marylanders. Maryland dentists also participate in donated dental programs, the Maryland Foundation of Dentistry for the handicapped, Maryland Healthy Smiles, and regularly visit nursing homes to assist residents. Partners of this year’s Southern Maryland Missions of Mercy are the Maryland State Dental Association, the Maryland State Dental Association Foundation, Catholic Charities of the Archdioceses of Washington, eTrepid, Lowes, DentaQuest, Guy Distributing Co., For the Record, Phillip Riehl Insurance (State Farm), Ingrids, Inc., Community Bank of Chesapeake, R.K. Tongue Ins, SMECO, Patterson Foundation, Marrick Homes, Continental Insurance Co, Leonardtown Lions Club, CVS Dental, eShare, Cigna, Impact Office, and the University of Maryland School of Public Health.
Press release by Maryland State Dental Association
YOUR FINANCIAL FITNESS
To keep yourself in shape, you exercise, watch what you eat and monitor your health. But, what about your financial health. What can you do to make sure you are financially fit? The first step is to take stock of where you are (no pun intended). What does your credit report look like? Go to annualcreditreport.com and get your free credit report. Once you have that, go to myfico.com where you can pay $20 and get your FICO score. That’s the credit score 90% of lenders review to determine whether or not they will lend to you. Read your report and challenge any errors or omissions in writing—send your written response to all three of the major credit reporting agencies, Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. How much cash do you have on hand to handle emergencies? If you haven’t done so, create an emergency fund with at least 6 months of living expenses in savings. That way, if you are hit with a major dental bill, car expense or loss of income for any reason, you have a cushion. Before you contribute your income to anything else, create your cash cushion. Next take a hard look at your living expenses. Make a list of every expense you made last year. What did you spend for day-to-day living? What expenses were essential, like paying your rent or making your car payments? What expenses were discretionary, like the daily Starbucks? If you know what you spent your money on, you can change your habits and generate some money for savings. Most people have no idea how much money they spend. This exercise in good financial health will give you the knowledge you need to create a better plan.
Credit cards are the enemy. Paying interest on money you have borrowed on a credit card is compounding the felony. Yes, credit cards have their place and are convenient ways to pay, but only if you pay them off every month. If that is not possible, tally up what you owe and start a re-payment plan. Focus on paying off all your high interest debt. It will take time, but even a small amount over the minimum payment will help you decrease the overall debt. If you are young and have incurred high debt for buying a house or education, you will have time during your career to earn money to pay off the debt. As you get older, your time to earn becomes limited. Don’t incur major debts when you are older—you may not have the time to pay them off. Some experts have said you should limit your total mortgage debt to less than twice your family income if you are in your thirties. When you are in your fifties, your mortgage debt should be no higher than what you make in salary. At any age, total education expenses should not be more than 75% of your pay. Like losing weight, you need a financial goal. A Wells Fargo survey has indicated that people with a financial plan save more than twice as much as those without one. Make specific goals, not just “saving more.” The more specific you are about your goals, the more likely you will reach them. Review your retirement plans. Do you have a workrelated 401(k) Plan? Do you make the maximum contribution you can to the plan? Does your employer match any contributions you make? If yes and you do not take advantage of this “free money”, shame on you. What about your beneficiary designations
for your retirement plans? How up to date are they? Have you named your ex-spouse as the recipient of your retirement money when you die? Yes, there have been cases on this point and if you have designated someone as your beneficiary, that’s it. The only way to change this is for you to file a Change of Beneficiary form designating someone else. A later-dated beneficiary form is effective to make the change so long as it is properly signed and witnessed or notarized. These days, you can find change of beneficiary forms online for most retirement plans and insurance companies. Many people find it much easier to stick with a plan when they have a buddy, so encourage a friend or relative to work with you. Getting excited about cleaning up your financial picture is so much easier with a partner. You can do this. Make 2018 the year of starting yourself on a better financial path. Remember, to start a plan, you have to know where you are. Focus on your financial health. Join Andrea Baddour and I for a discussion of this and other topics on Wednesday August 15th at 11am at our office at 8906 Bay Avenue, North Beach. Call 301-855-2246 to reserve your space. I look forward to seeing you. Striegel & Baddour is a law firm focused on Estate and Business Planning located in NorthBeach with appointment locations in Hollywood and Annapolis. Nothing in the following article represents legal advice. Readers are urged to consult their legal counsel. By Lyn Striegel
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Cropp Works So History Doesn’t Fade Away By Guy Leonard Staff Writer
All around St. Mary’s County, Don Cropp’s construction work is easily visible but what he is perhaps best known for is not building custom homes or office buildings; it’s restoring or even rebuilding from nothing some of the county’s most historic structures. His most recent finished project, the African American School House in Drayden, was one he was very proud of but not just because of the work he did to bring it back to life. He loved to bring visiting school children in and show them how generations of young black students had to learn from 1890 to 1944, in a one-room school house with a stove for heat and open windows for cool air in the summer, he said. It was the same with all historic structures in St. Mary’s, he said. “This is great stuff here,” he said of the county’s rich history. When it comes to preserving the county’s history, he doesn’t charge labor for the job; at most he has others buy the materials but he often helps raise money for the projects he engages. Despite making a good living owning his own construction company, Colony Builders, Cropp loves spending the rest of his time with charity building projects or just charity in general. He doesn’t watch much television, he doesn’t have the time. “I start bringing in friends and getting donations,” Cropp said of how he gets charity construction started. “They [the ones who want restorations done] usually come to me, it’s a good deal for everybody.” He gets chided constantly by his wife for constantly getting involved in charity construction projects. He admits that the project to rebuild the Blackistone Lighthouse on St. Clement’s Island after it had burned down years earlier “from scratch” nearly did him in. “She calls us charity builders instead of Colony Builders,” Cropp said. Growing up in Western Pennsylvania, he would follow his father and relatives to their community church to fix up the building; that was where he learned the building trades and the importance of volunteerism. “My parents always did this,” Cropp said. “We were always fixing up things. “The Lord said it’s more blessed to give than to receive. The more you give the happier you seem to be.” He sees the spirit of generosity running strong in St. Mary’s County. “This is one of the most giving counties,” Cropp said. Cropp said he’s happy with what he’s earned in life and is happy to give back to so many causes here. “I come from Appalachia, my expec-
tations aren’t that high,” Cropp said of having a lifestyle. “I’ve got more than I dreamt I’d ever have. “I don’t do charity expecting anything back.” Cropp said he feels drawn to help any way he can. “It’s an ethical imperative to do this,” Cropp said. “I have these skills that I like to give out to people.” The latest project he’s become involved in is saving the Newtown Manor House in Newtown Neck, which sits next to the St. Francis Xavier Church. Parishioners there have saved for years to help restore the old manor house, which dates back to the late 1700s. He helped stabilize the fireplaces and chimney’s in the centuries-old building to ensure it would stay up. Work has stopped though, since Catholic Archdiocese officials are still assessing how they want the restoration to proceed. “We’re in a holding pattern on that,” Cropp said. “But we took care of the safety issues.” Lynn Delahay, a parish member closely involved with trying to restore the manor house, praised Cropp’s work. “He does fantastic work,” said Delahay. Some of the smaller projects that have earned him accolades around the county include the replacement of the roof of the Christ Church in Chaptico and refurbishing the entrance to St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds in Leonardtown. “They’ve got air conditioning now,” he said of the ticket booths. “And it doesn’t flood anymore.” But the project he is most proud of, he said, was a disaster relief effort he organized back in 2005 when Hurricane Katrina hit Louisiana and Mississippi. He worked to raise about $500,000 worth in donations of supplies to bring down to Gulfport, he said, but his charity efforts soon spread out farther in the Deep South. In some small towns he learned that children were without clothes and Christmas was coming near. He asked for the sizes of hundreds of children and found ways to buy new clothes for them in time for the holidays. He was able to get gifts for the children, too.
“Handing out Christmas gifts for 1,200 kids… that’s the best thing we ever did,” Cropp said. “How can you beat that?” He was aided by his long-time friend Joe St. Clair, of Avenue, who he now partners with in other charitable causes. “He’s one in a billion,” St. Clair said. “He just goes out and gets the job done. “When he does he gets all of his friends to come out who believe in it.” St. Clair said he has counted Cropp a friend for the past 20 years and they talk everyday about what new charities they can support or start on their own. “We talk every morning without fail,” St. Clair said. “He’s a very generous man.” Cropp has run his own business here for the past 24 years, he came here via
Houston, Texas where he worked as a city engineer. He has degrees in public planning as well as a master’s degree in public and international affairs. One of his great interests is Civil War history, particularly President Abraham Lincoln, who he said was the nation’s greatest executive. “I’ve probably read 400 books on Lincoln,” he said. Now he wants to pursue a doctoral degree from Georgetown University. A man of so many interests and with many projects to take up his time, he still values his family as the highest priority. “I just got a new grand baby in January,” Cropp, 66, said. “Right now, she’s the most important thing in my life.” guyleonard@countytimes.ne
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College-Level Agricultural Course Now Offered for SoMD The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SM A DC) is excited to announce a new college agricultural class for the Southern Maryland region. Through a partnership with the University of Maryland’s Institute of Applied Agriculture (IAA) and SMADC, the course “Agricultural Marketing” will be available for the Fall 2018 Semester, online and through four in-person classes to be held at SMADC, located in Hughesville, MD. “The University of Maryland’s Institute of Applied Agriculture is thrilled
to again be partnering with SMADC to bring this course to Southern Maryland residents. To advance agriculture in the state, it’s imperative to continue to make education acce3sible to the citizens,” said Glori Hyman, Director of the Institutethe of Applied Agriculture. The course being offered during the fall is “INAG 103: Agricultural Marketing” for three credits. The course will examine principles of market demand that are used to develop a consumeroriented market strategy for the agricultural business. Topics will include market structures, target marketing, market segmentation, niche marketing and direct marketing. Market concepts unique to agricultural produce will also be covered. Additionally, one field trip day will be arranged to visit the Dupont Circle Farmers Market in Washington,
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) won multiple workplace excellence awards from the Alliance for Workplace Excellence (AWE) this year, as announced in an annual award luncheon in Gaithersburg on June 8. CSM was awarded AWE’s 2018 Workplace Excellence Seal of Approval for the 13th year, as well as the 2018 Heath and Wellness Seal of Approval and the 2018 Diversity Champion Award. “We work very hard to make CSM a great place to work,” says CSM President Dr. Maureen Murphy. “Promoting a healthy environment with multiple
fitness options for employees and students and fostering a climate that celebrates diversity is part of why CSM is a positive place for people to work and a positive place for people to learn. It is very gratifying to be recognized for those efforts with multiple AWE Awards this year.” Winners of the Workplace Excellence Seal of Approval, says Associate V.P. of Human Resources and Payroll Ivan L. Smith, “demonstrates that CSM is ardently committed to overall workplace quality. We continuously strive to improve our programs in communication, diversity, employee growth, life-
D.C. Four required in-person classes will be held for students participating through the Ag Class Partnership throughout the semester on: Mon., Aug. 27 from 6 – 8 p.m. at the SMADC office; Mon,. Oct. 10 from 6 – 8 p.m. at the SMADC office; Sat., Nov. 3 from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the North St. Mary’s Farmers Market (37600 New Market Rd, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622); Mon., Dec. 3 from 6 – 8 p.m. at the SMADC office. To enroll in the Partnership and register for the course, complete the UMD IAA registration process and mail no later than Aug. 6. Once enrolled, SMADC scholarships are available. $500 scholarships are awarded on a first-come, firstserve basis to students from Southern Maryland who are enrolled in “INAG 103: Agricultural Marketing.”
“We are happy to be able to offer this partnership again with the college, to bring this blended distance learning course to Southern Maryland. We believe the course is a great opportunity for farmers, college-age students, and working adults who would like to participate and who don’t want to travel too far from home,” said Shelby WatsonHampton, Director of SMADC. To access full details and access the application form, visit the SMADC “Ag. Continuing Education” page under “Education/Outreach” at www.smadc.com. For questions, contact SMADC staff at 301-274-1922 or email info@smadc. com. Press release by SMADC
CSM Earns Multiple Workplace Excellence Awards
Administrative Appointments and Transfer Announced St. Mary’s County Superintendent of Schools, Dr. J. Scott Smith, announces the administrative appointments and transfer made by the Board of Education at its meeting of July 24, 2018. The board appointed Gregory LaCount as assistant principal I, 11 month, at Leonardtown Elementary School. LaCount holds both a Master’s degree and a Bachelor’s degree from Medaille College. He currently serves as an instructional resource teacher at Leonardtown Elementary School. David Chilson has been appointed as Assistant Principal I, 11 month, at Park Hall Elementary School. Chilson holds a Master’s degree from Towson University and a Bachelor’s degree from State University of New York at Brockport. He currently serves as an in-school intervention teacher at Spring Ridge Middle
School. Kelsey Mackin has been appointed as Assistant Principal II, 11 month, at Leonardtown High School. Mackin holds a Master’s degree from Towson University and a Bachelor’s degree from The Pennsylvania State University. She currently serves as an English Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher at Esperanza Middle School. The Board of Education also approved the following Administrative Transfer: Marissa Kinkaid will transfer from Assistant Principal I, 11 month, at Park Hall Elementary School to Assistant Principal I, 11 month, at Margaret Brent Middle School. These appointments and transfer will become effective Wednesday, August 1, 2018. Press Release from SMCPS
CSM was awarded the Alliance for Workplace Excellence’s 2018 Seal of Approval, the Health and Wellness Seal of Approval and the Diversity Champion Award. From left are CSM Trustee Chair Theodore L. Harwood II, CSM Associate V.P. of Human Resources and Payroll Services Ivan L. Smith, CSM President Dr. Maureen Murphy and V.P. of Human Resources and Organizational Development Craig Patenaude.
work balance and endeavor to make CSM an employer of choice.” The Health and Wellness Seal recognized employers who provide onsite fitness facilities and innovative programs for employee health and wellness. CSM, for instance, has a “Time-Off for Fitness” program that allows employees who participate in wellness activities to use up to one hour per week for these activities, with their supervisor’s approval. Diversity champions are employers committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. These champions recognize the4 value of diversity in every aspect of the workplace. Applicants for this award are recognized based on multiple components, including leadership, workplace demographics and services diversity.
All AWE Award recipients undergo a rigorous assessment process led by an independent review panel of business professionals and master’s- and doctorate-level students in the fields of business, industrial and organizational psychology, human resources, environmental science, public health and diversity and inclusion. AWE is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in 1999, which is dedicated to increasing the number of excellent workplaces within the business community through education and recognition, as a means to enhance the quality of life of its citizens and empower economic growth. For more information on AWE, visit www.excellentworkplace.org./
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Rain and Rough Seas and Big Air Mark Screwpile 2018 Look What You Made Me Do By Ronald N. Guy Jr. Contributing Writer
Over the years, the musical cameos in this column have included the likes of Bob Dylan, The Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Prince and, most recently, Blues Traveler. This week’s title channels Taylor Swift, which is, depending on the reader’s perspective, either a new low or high for your friendly neighborhood sports writer. To the proud “Swifties” and sworn opponents of bubble gum pop alike, I did not invite Ms. Swift to the party. She arrived by pure chance and for the same reason all the other artists did – she happened to have a song that resonated, in this case her recent hit, “Look What You Made Me Do.” In a way, we’re all innocent attendees of…this. It wasn’t an anticipated topic for the writer or, I suspect, the reader. But here we both are, required guests at a hastily created party. Things move fast these days. Just roll with it. “This” will be worth it. The experience might be good or it might be bad. But you’ll feel something. Promise. “This” concerns the latest intersection of sports and politics. “This” is the NFL and its on-going, unresolved issue of anthem demonstrations. “This” found its way to these pages, again, because our provocateur supreme, Donald Trump, dropped the following Twitter bomb late last week: “The NFL National Anthem Debate is alive and well again - can’t believe it! Isn’t it in contract that players must stand at attention, hand on heart? The $40,000,000 Commissioner must now make a stand. First time kneeling, out for game. Second time kneeling, out for season/no pay!” Oh Trump…look what you made me do. Spotlight redirected. Issue resuscitated. Scab picked. Is this issue genuinely on this president’s radar? Questionable. Perhaps it was just more of the Twitter deodorant Trump routinely applies to mask the smell of his latest crises – Russia, broken families and hush money to mistresses, in this case. Or it could be just another reason to poke the NFL, a highly successful organization that Trump was unable to…trump…during his failed USFL endeavor. Regardless, the president chose to take a still simmering league issue,
shove it onto the national stage and heat it back to a rolling boil. Thanks, POTUS. I mean that. See whatever his motivation, NFL anthem demonstrations remain an important and compelling issue (and among the most popular to ever appear in this column). Trump’s needling of NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell - who has grossly mishandled the situation – also resonates. His suggested dictatorial remedy, though, is misguided (and likely un-executable with a unionized labor force). The situation begs for dialogue, understanding and a mutual path forward, not a subversive edict. Attempting to command away the uncomfortable and inconvenient is foolhardy. More broadly, Trump’s tweet is appealing because it reminds of the indelible link between sports and politics. The two have not and cannot be separated. That this fact causes some displeasure is curious; society has and will continue to advance itself, in part, through sports. We are better – meaning more aligned with the idea of America as expressed in our Declaration and implemented via our Constitution because of the likes of Jack Johnson, Tommie Smith and John Carlos, Billie Jean King, Rubin Carter, Pat Tillman, Venus and Serena Williams, Shawn Green, Jessie Owens, Curt Flood, Brandon Marshall, Muhammad Ali and Jackie Robinson forced thought, understanding and change on various political and social issues. We are better, too, for the cautionary tales of Barry Bonds, Pete Rose, Todd Marinovich, Lance Armstrong and the 1919 Chicago White Sox. And we’ll be better, believe it or not, for Colin Kaepernick’s bold and courageous agitation. Earlier this year, Fox News’ Laura Ingraham bashed LeBron James’s thoughts on the current president by saying “…keep the political commentary to yourself or, as someone once said, shut up and dribble.” #AnonymousSources??? Anyway… following the “remain in your lane” commandment, are Ingraham and those irritated by the convergence of sports and politics now prepared to demand that POTUS “shut up and lead”? I hope not, for if history is any guide, we benefit when politics and sports aggressively and consistently collide. RonaldGuyJr@gmail.com
By Tim Flaherty Contributing Writer
Cool temperatures, rain, heavy breezes, and rough seas were the features of the 26th annual Screwpile Lighthouse Challenge sailing regatta held last Saturday through Monday (July 21, 22 and 23) in waters near Solomons. A total of 51 boats ranging from 22-feet to over 40-feet in length registered to sail in the mid-summer classic, although several elected not to venture out of the harbor because of the nasty conditions. “We were a spectacle because we were heeled over at 50-degrees most of the time,” joked sailor Kyle Potts. Potts, who lives in California and Short Bus , a Henderson 30 owned by Hawk and crews on the Henderson 30 Stephanie Caldwell of Dowell, cuts close to the Race Short Bus, added: “We had Committee boat during the start of Monday’s final race of 2018 edition of the Screwpile regatta in the Patuxent some wild broaches, that’s for the River. Photo by Mary Anne McKinney. sure.” Short Bus even suffered a memory of Herb Reese, the event’s fortotal knockdown in the first race of the mer race committee manager. Reese, a regatta on Saturday, but escaped with longtime resident of Lusby, was a logisno damage or injuries. The boat, owned tics wizard known throughout the sailing and campaigned by Hawk and Stephanie world for his ability to manage race comCaldwell of Dowell, finished 2nd out of mittees and regatta sites. He passed away seven boats in the competitive A2 class. in February. A special award in Reese’s Other boats weren’t as lucky as Short honor was presented Monday night to Bus. Ripped sails, bent stanchions, bro- Bruce Gardner and crew of the Annapoken halyards, and failed gear were report- lis –based Beneteau 10M L’Outrage for ed across the fleet as winds sometimes epitomizing Reese’s “nothing we can’t gusted into the mid-20-knot range, and do” attitude he brought to all the events 4 and 5-foot swells lumbered through he worked. choppy and confused Chesapeake waters The Calvert County Trophy, awarded for much of the Saturday and Sunday rac- to the winner of the most competitive ing. On Sunday, a broken tiller extension class, went to the owners of the Severna caused Voodoo 2 , a Tripp 38 from Hamp- Park-based Incommunicado, an Omega ton, Virginia, to careen out of control and 36. That vessel and crew won the tightly crash into Supra, a C&C 30 owned by contested PHRF B class. Peter d’Arista of Hollywood. Supra was Two Southern Maryland boats won left with a gaping hole in the side of the their classes this year. Lusby’s Joe Frost hull while Voodoo 2 also received consid- won the cruising class in his Tartan 3700 erable damage. Neither yacht continued Gemini. Mark Witte of Leonardtown and racing for the rest of the regatta. his crew aboard Rakali, a J-105, took honOn Monday, the third and final day of ors in the PHRF A3 class. Screwpile, Principal Race Officer Don The Holiday Inn Conference Center Behrens took the unprecedented step of and Marina in Solomons again served as keeping the entire fleet inside the Patux- race headquarters and party central, while ent River for the final two races. Early Southern Maryland Sailing Association reports from Chesapeake Bay revealed was the Screwpile official sanctioning a steady wind of 20-knots, with gusts to body. LG Raley of Hollywood complet30-knots, and five-foot seas, convincing ed his 24th year as Screwpile Chairman. Behrens to opt for more sheltered water. Other major sponsors included Toyota “Going inside the river was a good of Southern Maryland, AMEWAS, Budthing.” Said skipper Bob Fleck of Delta- weiser, Team Hyundai, Chesapeake Cusville, Virginia. “I would not have wanted tom Embroidery, West Marine, Anne to be in the Bay today.” Fleck and is fel- Arundel Dive Services, Mount Gay Rum, low skippers were still faced with gusts The Dry Dock Restaurant, Zahniser’s in the Patuxent that approached 30-knots Yachting Center, Regatta Craft Ginger as they raced a windward-leeward course Beer, Holly Property Management, and that took them by the St. Mary’s shoreline SpinSheet Magazine. north of the Naval Air Station. The difComplete results from the Screwpile ference in venue was the manageable riv- Lighthouse Challenge can be found oner chop, as opposed to the roiling rollers line at www.screwpile.net racing up the bay against an outgoing tide. This year’s Screwpile was raced in timflaherty@countytime.net
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The Tackle Box Savannah Windsor Ties as Top Fishing Report Winner in U-Cars
Quade Hits Pay Dirt in Potomac Limited Late Models
By Ken and Linda Lamb Contributing Writers
Just when perch fishing was really getting good, the spot had moved into the Solomons Island area, the rockfish were thrashing around feeding at daybreak in the Patuxent shallows, and the spanish mackerel were set to get up to at least Smith Point and the mouth of the Potomac, the rains came. And this is no quickly moving shower, this is game changing dumps of many inches of fresh water on a daily basis. The weekend forecast is partly cloudy with only 30 % chance of showers, so there is a good chance that we can get out and catch fish. Perch were in the Patuxent on rocky outcroppings as late as Sunday where lure casters caught plenty, many of which were 8 to 10 inches. Rockfish were described as breaking under the docks and on the shoreline as the sun rose all last week, and good catches were made at sunset too, in both the Potomac and the Patuxent. Spanish mackerel were trolled up in good numbers at Windmill Point by dedicated fishermen using planers and small
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After a runner-up performance in last Friday›s program, former track champion Derick Quade wired the field to score his first win of the season in last Friday nights 20-lap Limited Late Model headliner at Potomac Speedway. The win for Quade, steering his Black Diamond no.74, was his 12th career win in the class and made him the 5th different winner at the track this season. Quade shot from the pole to pace all 20-circuits in dominating fashion over eventual runner-up and current point leader Tyler Emory. «We›ve been working with this car all season and we found a few things with it and it›s great to finally get a win.» Quade stated post race. “The track was a little rough in the heats but it was really good for the feature and the crew had this thing running pretty good tonight.” Billy Tucker, Jonny Oliver and Richard Culver trailed at the finish. Jamie Sutphin drove to his 3rd win of the season in the 20-lap RUSH Crate Late Model event. Sutphin inherited the lead on the 12th lap when race long leader Darren Alvey spun from contention and would lead the distance over division point leader Chuck Bowie. “We had a second place car tonight if Darren had of stayed in it.” Sutphin said. “I just want to thank everyone who helps with this team, it’s been a great year.” Matt Tarbox, Ben Bowie and Darin Henderson rounded out the top-five. Defending track champion Savannah Windsor drove to her 5th win of the season in the 15-lap U-Car main. With the win, Savannah has now tied Mikey Latham for tops on the all-time win chart with 18 career division feature wins. «That›s my goal this year is to beat Mikey for the most wins.» Savannah stated in victory lane. «I want to thank my mom and dad all my sponsors and everyone who comes out to help me.» Brad Sayler, Ben Pirner, Dominic King and Larry Lamb completed the
top-five. In other action, Matt Randall scored his second of the season, and his career, in the 15-lap Hobby Stock feature and current point leader John Hardesty drove to his 2nd win of the season and his career 15th in the 15lap Strictly Stock event. Limited Late Model feature finish 1. Derick Quade 2. Tyler Emory 3. Billy Tucker 4. Jonny Oliver 5. Richard Culver 6.Jonathan DeHaven 7. Kurt Zimmerman (DNS) RUSH Crate Late Model feature finish 1. Jamie Sutphin 2. Chuck Bowie 3. Matt Tarbox 4. Ben Bowie 5. Darin Henderson 6. Darren Alvey 7. Richard Hawkins 8. Jeff Pilkerton 9. Austin Bussler 10.Mike Raleigh 11. Megan Mann 12. Timmy Booth U-Car feature finish 1. Savannah Windsor 2. Brad Sayler 3. Ben Pirner 4. Dominic King 5. Larry Lamb 6. Tim Steele 7. Ryan Quade 8. Stephen Suite 9. Joey Suite 10. Danny Kitts 11. Mackenzie Smith 12. Stephanie Homberg 13. Michael Leigh 14. Cody Stamp (DNS) Hobby Stock feature finish 1. Matt Randall 2. Greg Morgan 3. Buddy Dunagan 4. Hilton Pickeral 5. Ray Bucci 6. Mikey Latham 7. Tommy Randall 8. Bryan Allen 9.Stevie Gingery 10. Derick Quade Jr. 11. Jamie Marks 12. Sam Archer 13. Robbie Kramer 14. Jonathan Knott (DQ) 15. Colin Long (DQ) Strictly Stock feature finish 1.John Hardesty 2. Johnny Hardesty 3. Nabil Guffey 4. Jimmy Suite 5. Rusty Hanbury 6. Jeff Block 7. Drew Payne 8. Greg Mattingly 9. JJ Silvious 10 Ed Pope Sr. By Doug Watson for Potomac Speedway
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Launch and Recovery Office Changes Command Capt. Kenneth Sterbenz relieved Capt. Stephen Tedford as program manager of the Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) Program Office (PMA-251) July 12 during a change of command ceremony in the Rear Adm. William A. Moffett Building at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. “Today, Captain Sterbenz inherits an ALRE team with a proud and proven track record,” said Rear Adm. Michael Moran, Program Executive Officer for Tactical Aircraft Programs (PEOT), and guest speaker at Thursday’s ceremony. “To say we’re putting the command in good hands is quite simply an understatement and I have no doubt they will continue to excel under his leadership.” In taking over the reigns as PMA-251’s new leader, Sterbenz will manage a portfolio of more than 47 ALRE systems and lead a team of more than 700 people, jointly located at Patuxent River and Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey. “As a young lieutenant and pilot, I don’t think I fully appreciated the key enabling capabilities that Team ALRE provides, rather I took it for granted because it was always there, always ready and it always worked. The fleet has the utmost trust and confidence in the provided ALRE capabilities and that is a true credit to the men and women of the ALRE team, so I am truly humbled and honored to have the opportunity to be a part of this great organization,” said Sterbenz. Prior to reporting to PMA-251, Sterbenz served as deputy program manager at the Airborne Electronic Attack Systems and EA-6B Program Office (PMA-234), where he managed the Next Generation Jammer and Advanced Electronic Attack Systems, and spent the lion’s share of his 23-year career working in the carrier aviation sector. During his operational tours and as a naval aviator, he also accumulated more
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than 2,000 flight hours and successfully completed more than 500 carrier arrestments in the F-14D Tomcat and the F/A-18A-F Hornet/Super Hornet. Sterbenz congratulated Tedford on a job well done, expressing appreciation for the command culture of dedication and professionalism that he fostered during his tenure in command. Tedford was with the ALRE program for more than six years; first as Deputy Program Manager for the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch Systems (EMALS) and Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG), then serving as program manager since September 2014. “Over the last four years, Team ALRE’s verse has been a continuous pursuit of excellence. It’s been my greatest honor to be part of this amazing team,” said Tedford during his parting remarks. During his tenure, he managed an approximately $3 billion Total Obligation Authority budget and the delivery of 175 ALRE systems to the fleet, including EMALS and AAG, the Navy’s newest launch and recovery technologies in more than 60 years, which are installed aboard USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78). Innovation was a cornerstone of Tedford’s leadership at PMA-251, as demonstrated by numerous fleet-supporting programs that were developed and implemented to enhance aviation readiness and efficiency in aviation maintenance and supply planning. Moran congratulated Tedford on his “exemplary tour,” and stated, “The naval officers transferring command today have demonstrated both outstanding leadership and the ability to command at multiple levels, and we are extremely fortunate to have two such qualified and gifted leaders in the position to guide this organization.”
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David Joseph Harrison
David Joseph Harrison, 45 of Brandywine, MD passed away on July 14, 2018 while in the Dominican Republic with his family. David was born on December 26, 1972 in Washington, DC. David was a member of the Steamfitters Local #602 and employed as a Foreman with Southland Industries. David was an avid Redskin and Capitals fan, thank goodness the Capitals won the Stanley cup before he passed. If there was anywhere David loved to be was with his family in the Caribbean, and he was a master of DIY around the house. David was an amazing father and husband and took extreme pride in his son who was his heart and joy. David was loved, cherished and will forever be missed. David loved spending time with his family and friends, he had a smile that was infectious and would light up a room, he never met a person he didn’t like. Loved ones that cleared the path for David are his father David Primm Harrison, mother Linda Rae Parise, father in law Robert Edward McCoy and his best friend Chico McCoy. Loved ones that will miss David until they meet again are his wife, Dawn McCoy-Harrison; his son David Robert Harrison and his aunt Joyce McCluney. David is also survived by cousins, James McCluney (Lisa), Michelle Vitullo (Tom) and Cathy Reynolds (Greg), and nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends for David’s Life Celebration Visitation on Friday, July 27th from 2 until 4 and 6 until 8 at Brinsfield Funeral Home, 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622. Funeral service will be on Saturday, July 28th at noon at Brinsfield Funeral Home in Charlotte Hall. Interment will be private. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.
Ronald Linzell Scruggs, Sr.
Ronald Linzell Scruggs, Sr. of Lexington Park, MD passed away on July 10, 2018. Lynn was born on December 12, 1962 in Leonardtown, MD to Ronald Leslie Scruggs and Arlene Victoria Butler. Lynn was raised in Cleveland, OH and in Lexington Park, MD where he received his education in the St. Mary’s County Public School System. He graduated from Great Mills High School in June of 1981. He loved sports. His favorite teams were the Washington Wizards and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Lynn was employed with the Bendix Corporation, St. Inigoes, MD. He later became self-employed detailing cars. At the time of his death, he was on disability due to a hip replacement, and heart complications which contributed to his death. Lynn enjoyed being with family and friends. He was always the life of the party. He made everyone laugh. He was the pied piper of all children (young and old). Lynn leaves behind to cherish his memory: his loving wife, Felicia Scruggs; four children, Catiese (Adam), Jasmine (Terrance), LaNara, and Ronald Jr. (Alex); three step children, Jacob, Jayesha and Jermain; father, Ronald Scruggs (Selma); mother, Arlene Butler; three brothers, Terry Sr. (Yoknitka), Claudell (Rachel), and Anthony; two sisters Kim and Kianna, eight grandchildren, Nicholas, Kennedy, Zayden, Cairo, Laila, Trenton, Bradleigh, and Ronan; and a host of loving relatives and friends. Lynn was preceded in death by his sister, Cindy Bailey; his paternal grandparents Leslie and Gladys Scruggs; maternal grandparents William and Myrtle Butler; and grandfather-in-law Joseph Young. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.
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In Remembrance
Stephen Edgar Wathen
Stephen Edgar Wathen, 89, of Leonardtown, MD passed away on July 19, 2018 in Callaway, MD. He was born on December 21, 1928 in Leonardtown, MD and was the son of the late Lola Wathen and Victor Elmer Wathen. Stephen was the loving husband of the late Mary T. Wathen whom he married in St. Aloysius Catholic Church Leonardtown, MD on August 14, 1947, and who preceded him in death on July 7, 2011. He was the loving father of: Michael Wathen of Star, Idaho, Victor Wathen of Waldorf, MD, and Sharon Wathen of Leonardtown, MD. As well as his siblings; Paul A. Wathen, and Adrienne Wathen. He was preceded in death by his siblings; Jeanne Wathen, Francis D. Wathen, Marcelle T. Turner, and Roderick L. Wathen. He was a lifelong St. Mary’s County, MD resident and graduated from St. Mary’s Academy in 1947. Stephen worked as an engineer for Patuxent River Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD. Stephen ran and repaired projectors at the old Leonardtown Theater. He was an avid golfer, loved his garden and farming, as well as cabinet making. Stephen was very intelligent, and witty he was also a devoted catholic. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. Leonardtown, MD.
Christine Paula “Christie” Clark Christine Paula “Christie” Clark, 70, of St. Mary’s City died July 18, 2018 of ovarian cancer, supported for two years by her loving family. She was born in Baltimore to Katherine Singer and Walter Ralph Clark on February 19, 1948, and raised in St. Mary’s County with her older sister, Lani Clark. Christie’s parents greatly influenced her personality. Her playful energy and sense of humor from her father and her love for cooking and travel from her mother. She attended high school in Pennsylvania at the George School, then George Washington University and St.
Mary’s College of Maryland. She later earned a bachelor’s degree from San Francisco State College and her early childhood teaching credentials from Mills College in California after serving seven years in the Peace Corps from 1968 to 1975. A true adventurer, and with a desire to make the world a better place, Christie and her former husband Charlie Lachman enrolled in the Peace Corps in 1968. They travelled to the South Pacific to Ponape (Pohnpei) and Sokehs Islands in Micronesia where Christie taught English and Western life skills to the children and bread baking and English to the adults. In 1971, they moved to the Micronesia district center where she worked as an aide to the Congress of Micronesia providing clerical help as they designed the future compact with the United States for a new country: the Federated States of Micronesia. Following their return to the states, Christie and her husband divorced, but remained close friends throughout her life. In 1978, she met a fellow artist and musician Robert Hobbs with whom she lived and had more adventures with on the West Coast alongside many great friends. She was a ceramic artist, supporting herself in Berkeley, California with her art and odd jobs as she completed her education in early childhood. In 1985, she had her only child, Theodore (Teddy) Clark, who quickly became the love of her life. Christie was proud to explain how Teddy was her miracle. She taught at Berkeley Elementary School for several years before moving back to St. Mary’s County in 1993 to raise her son closer to family. Christie was an incredibly loving and devoted mother who cherished the blessing of being Teddy’s mother. She was an amazing role model for him and their shared adventures came to define them. In 1998, Christie met her partner, Patrick Hillis, who has provided wonderful support for her during her illness, and while her son Teddy was growing up. Chris and Patrick enjoyed a life together simply relaxing on Lucas Cove and caring for their beloved pets over the years. She was a beloved teacher at Lexington Park Elementary School from 1993 until her retirement in 2010, where she taught Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten.
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She was known throughout the school and community, for her generous, warm nature, mischievous sense of humor, and willingness to help everyone. A very optimistic and caring person, Christie had a positive influence on her friends and on a generation of young students helping them adjust to school and learn lifelong skills. She was a lifetime member of the St. Mary’s River Yacht Club. In her 60s, she earned certification as a U.S. Sailing instructor and taught youth sailing for several years in St. Inigoes. She enjoyed baking, gardening, photography, her German shepherd, Holly, and most of all, caring for and visiting her grandson, Jack. She treasured her time with Jack as she cared for him throughout his first years. Christie is survived by her son, Theodore Keith Clark and his wife, Jevanina Amanda Schettini, their son, Jack Robert Schettini Clark, and their expected daughter, of California; her partner Patrick Raymond Hillis of St. Mary’s City; her sister, Lani Clark and her husband John Paradis of St. Mary’s City; many cousins; and her former husband, Charles Lachman. Funeral services will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church in St. Mary’s City on Thursday July 26, 2018 at 11 am. Interment will be private at a later time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to SMAWL (St. Mary’s Animal Welfare League) at PO Box 1232, Leonardtown MD, 20650 or Lexington Park Elementary School, Early Childhood Education Department at 46763 S. Shangri La Drive, Lexington Park MD 20653.
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honorable discharge in 1979. He earned the Armed Forces Reserve medal on September 26, 1970 and was also given the Good Conduct Award and the National Defense Service Medal while serving. Robert had a bachelor’s degree in Architecture that he earned from Macomb College. He was employed many years as an Emergency Room Technician for Baptist Medical Hospital in Jacksonville, Fl. He loved to take care of his vegetable garden and keeping the flowers beautiful in his yard. Many friends and family raved about his great cooking skills, especially his honey and teriyaki pork chops. He is survived by his daughters Robin Kirkwood of Faulkner, MD and Heidi Brandstetter of Great Mills, MD and his sister Donna Faulkner of Livonia, MI. He had three beautiful grandchildren and three great grandchildren whom he loved to see and spend time with his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his companion of 26 years, Jon D. Jabaley. All services are private. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.
Robert P. Stephens Jr
Disposal (EOD) Specialist with a tour at Phan Rang Air Base, Vietnam, and as an Instructor at the US Naval EOD School in Indian Head, Maryland. He was well known by his students as an expert in the dropped munitions, guided missiles, and aircraft explosive hazards areas of the school’s curriculum. After retiring from the Air Force, Steve spent many years working for civilian EOD companies helping to clean up explosives contaminated hazardous waste areas to help improve our environment. Steve is survived by his wife of 61 years Renate and their three adult children, Atchie, Robert, Rainer, as well as six grand-kids and eight great
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grandchildren. Steve enjoyed spending time with family. Many summer days would find the whole Stephens clan enjoying swimming and cookouts together. But his true passion was traveling with Renate, the love of his life. Together they would hit the road in their motorhome forcherished months Honor the memory of your at a time traveling crossthe country. one by sharing story of their life The family will be receiving friends with friends, neighbors and associates at a viewing to be held Sunday, July hereon in the community. 29 from 2-4 pm at the Brinsfield Funeral details andon to place Home. A service willForbe held Monof remembrance, day, July 30 at 1your pmnotice at Brinsfield and a call 301-373-4125 for assistance. final committal will be held at the Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery at 2:30 pm.
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Robert (Bob) Keith Kirkwood
Robert (Bob) Keith Kirkwood, 76 of Waldorf, MD passed away on Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at Waldorf Genesis Center. He was born on November 30, 1941 in Monroe, MI to the late Robert Harry Kirkwood and Luanna Elizabeth Laprad. Robert grew up in Monroe, MI. He was enlisted in the United States Navy and proudly served his country until his
Robert P. Stephens Jr., or “Steve” as many knew him, aged 82 peacefully passed away on July 19, 2018 with family by his side. Steve was born in Beaumont, Texas, and while he traveled widely in his career and made his home in Maryland, Texas never left his heart. Steve proudly served his country for 23 years in the United States Air Force. His career included a tour in Germany and Holland as a Nuclear Weapons Maintenance Technician supporting Mace missiles and is one of only a few people known to have survived bailing out of a C-119 “Flying Boxcar” into the North Atlantic Ocean. Steve later became a Master Explosive Ordnance
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Mary Poppins, the Broadway Musical Great Mills High School St. Mary’s County Recreation and Parks host its 36th Summerstock production. July 27th-29th. Friday and Saturday evening performances at 7:00, Saturday matinees at 1:00, and Sunday afternoon shows at 3:00. Info on ticket prices and how to purchase them, call 301-475-4200 ext. *1800. Newtowne Players: “9 to 5” Three Notch Theatre, 21744 South Coral Dr., Lexington Park 8:00 PM Thu-Sat, and 3:30 PM Sun. The hit musical “9 to 5,” Thursdays through Sundays until July 29. Tickets at www.newtowneplayers.org. Info or reservations call 301-737-5447 and leave message. $18 for adults, $15 for seniors/students/military, and $10 for children age 12 and under. Thursdays only all tickets $15. BIG FUN ART! Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center 13470 Dowell Rd., Solomons Bright colors, bold scales, and a playful spirit. Displayed in the Daugherty Gallery through Sep. 23. Works have boldness in color, an exaggeration in scale, abundance in repetition, dynamic in pattern, or playful in subject. It’s all about the joy! 410-326-4640. www. annmariegarden.org
Thursday, July 26 Happy Hour WBB, Inc., 22299 Exploration Drive, Suite 104, Lexington Park 3:00 – 5:00 PM Happy Hour has gone to the dogs! Join Second Hope Rescue for an adoption event and Yappy Hour. Have a great time and mingle with (and possibly adopt) Benji, Scotty, Wyatt, Pookie or May. NAACP #7025 Branch Meeting Southern Maryland Higher Education Center, 44219 Airport Rd, California 6:30 – 8:30 PM Business meeting and financial seminar. Retirement Planning and Financial Literacy for Students. Presenterd by representatives from the Community Bank of the Chesapeake
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Exploration Fridays Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood 10:00 AM – Noon Family-friendly guided activities each Friday! Different activity and make-and-take every week! Explore trails and enjoy all of that Historic Sotterley has to offer. Included with regular admission. Info: 301-373-2280. www.sotterley.org Park Place Toastmasters Church of the Ascension, Lexington Park, 21641 Great Mills Road 12:00 - 1:00 PM Toastmasters is a place where you develop and grow—both personally and professionally. Join a community of learners, and in Toastmasters meetings learn by doing. We can help develop your speaking, listening, and leadership skills in a non-threatening environment! No Limit Texas Hold-Em Bounty Tournament American Legion Post 255, Ridge 8:00PM PM $41 Buy In ($30 Prize Pool/$5 Bounty) Early Bird Bonus: sign in from 7:157:45. 1/2 No Limit Cash games will begin as soon as there are enough players interested. Must be 18 years old to play. Public welcome. Registration or questions please call Janice Wood, 301-904-1661.
Saturday, July 28 Lighthouse Adventure Cruise Calvert Marine Museum Solomons 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Lighthouse lovers are invited to see six lighthouses (Southern route) aboard a private charter vessel. The boat leaves from the Calvert Marine Museum dock. $130. Call 410-326-2042, ext. 41 to reserve your spot. Farmer’s Market at Sotterley Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM Fresh local produce, herbs, flowers, artisan vendors, and hands-on activities for the whole family. “Where History Meets Healthy.” www.sotterley. org
Pirates on the Potomac Piney Point Lighthouse Museum and Historic Park, 44720 Lighthouse Road 9:00 AM – Noon and 1:00 – 4:00 PM Family-friendly event (and buccaneers are invited as well!). Piratethemed activities, games, a treasure hunt, costume contest and souvenirs.
Morning and afternoon sessions. Geared for ages 4–9 years. $10/child. Pre-registration required. Info or register your child, call 301-994-1471 or visit www.stmarysmd.com/recreate/ museums. Toy Boat Building Calvert Marine Museum. Solomons 2:00 - 4:00 PM Make a toy boat in the Maritime History Hall with sessions starting on the half hour. $2 donation per boat requested. Museum admission required. www.calvertmarinemuseum.com Dee of St. Mary’s Public Sail 14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons 2:30 - 4:30 PM Sail aboard this historic skipjack departing and returning from the Calvert Marine Museum. Experience the Patuxent River aboard an iconic Chesapeake dredge boat. $15 for ages 8-12, 13 and older $25. Sorry, no children under five permitted. Reservations required by noon Friday prior to the cruise. Contact Melissa McCormick at 410-326-2042 ext. 41. www.calvertmarinemuseum.com Event on the Square Leonardtown 3:00 -10:00 PM Olde Town Pub 10th Anniversary Summer Bash Concert.
Bingo Every Saturday Mother Catherine Academy, 38833 Chaptico Rd., Mechanicsville 6:30 -10:30 PM Doors open at 5:00. Early Birds start at 6:30. Regular Games start at 7:00. $10 (one regular book). Concessions. Info: 301-884-3165. Visit www.mothercatherine.org for Jackpot and Moneyball update.
Sunday, July 29 Downtown Tunes On the Square, Leonardtown 6:00 – 9:00 PM Special date Sunday. Wesley Spangler. Possibly closing roads around the memorial.
Tuesday, July 31 Sierra Club General Meeting Lexington Park Library, 21677 FDR Blvd. 6:30 - 7:30 PM Learn about Sierra Club or if you are a member, come learn about opportunities to volunteer, upcoming events, and goals we are working on this year.
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Breakfast with the Animals Historic St. Mary’s City, Godiah Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre Spray Tobacco Plantation, 47621 Old Hollywood Monsignor Harris Center Cove Road 6:00 - 9:00 PM 10:00 - 11:00 AM “Cereal” Murder Mystery! Enjoy a Enjoy a light breakfast, a story, and fine dinner, cocktails and the antics of a behind-the-scenes opportunity to “Hickory Dickory Dark Productions.” help feed the Plantation livestock. DeThe doors open at 6:00, with the show signed for pre-school age children 3-5 starting soon after. Dinner will follow years old and an accompanying adult. and a final act will ensue after dinner. Space is limited. $10/child ($8 Friends Follow up the dinner with a nice desmembers); one accompanying adult sert as you try to figure out who the free. Payment in full is required at time “Cereal” murderer is. Could it be the of registration. 240-895-4990. info@ Captain, the Tiger, the Leprechauns? HSMCdigshistory.org. www.HSMCGet your tickets at CerealKillerStdigshistory.org Johns.bpt.me Elks Big Game Poker St. Mary’s County Elks Lodge, Fire Department Lane Lexington Park 6:00 – 11:00 PM No Limit Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. This is our freeroll event. There are 15 (or more) paid entries to this tournament from our winter/ spring point series. $120 buy in. All welcome to play. Questions: James Dean 240577-0828. Email: jdeanjunior@yahoo. com
Thursday, August 2 American Legion Post 221 Meeting 21690 Colton Point Rd; Avenue 8:00 - 9:00 PM All active duty personnel and veterans join us for our monthly meeting. Visit: www.alpost221.webs.com or e-mail alpost221@aol.com. Call 301884-4071 for more information.
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St. Mary’s Department of Aging
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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
Keys to Independence
Do you know what you’re going to do when you retire? Do you know how to access Medicare, Medicaid, or other programs and services? Are you seeking volunteer opportunities within the St. Mary’s County Community? Find all that and more with the Department of Aging & Human Services at the Keys to Independence workshop series! This three class series will be held at the College of Southern Maryland, Leonardtown Campus, on Tuesdays, Aug. 7, 14, and 21, from 6-8 p.m. This workshop series is free, but registration is required. Contact Community Programs & Outreach Manager Sarah Miller at 301475-4200, ext. *1073, or email sarah. miller@stmarysmd.com to sign up. We look forward to seeing you there!
Walk a Million Miles
Join the St. Mary’s County Department of Aging & Human Services and seniors across the state of Maryland as we “Walk a Million Miles.” Track your activity in August, September, and October with the monthly log sheet available at the centers, through email, and on our website at www.stmarysmd.com/ aging. Turn your monthly log sheet in at your local center by the 5th of the following month for a chance to win a monthly prize drawing. Seniors that participate for the entire duration will be entered for a chance to win the grand prize! Finish your Walk a Million Miles campaign strong by joining us during the Walk Maryland Day 5K at John V. Baggett Park at Laurel Grove on
Wednesday, Oct. 10. Check in starts at 9:30 a.m. Senior participants will receive a free water bottle while supplies last, and a special gift for completing the 5K (3.1 miles). Lunch will be available for purchase from food trucks on site. For more information about this event contact Alice Allen at 301-475-4200, ext. *1063, or Alice.Allen@stmarysmd. com.
a favorite completed coloring piece you would like on display in our event gallery? Participants may drop off their piece in the front office no later than noon on Tuesday, July 31, to be included in the gallery. For more information call 301-475-4200, ext. *3103.
AARP Smart Driving Course
Loffler Senior Activity Center will be offering Beginner Tai Chi for Arthritis classes on Mondays and Thursdays at 11 a.m. for the month of August beginning Monday, Aug. 6. In this class we will learn to do some core movements on each side of the body in a graceful routine while applying basic Tai Chi principles. There is no fee for this class, but a commitment to attendance and practice is necessary for success. Preregistration is required. Since space is limited to 20 new participants, we ask that you sign up only if you are sure that you will be able to attend regularly. Call 301-475-4200, ext. *1658, or stop by the reception desk by Aug. 2 to sign up.
The Northern Senior Activity Center is hosting an AARP Smart Driving Course on Tuesday, July 31, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. This course includes proven safety strategies that older drivers can use to compensate for changes as they age and allow them to drive more safely and confidently for as long as possible. The fee is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members with cash or check made payable to AARP. Payment is required to sign up for the class. Class is 4 hours with a break for lunch at 11:30 a.m. Lunch is a donation from seniors 60 and older; $6 for others made the day of the class. To sign up and pay for this class in advance and to sign up for lunch, please visit the front desk or call 301-475-4200, ext. *3101.
National Coloring Book Day
Celebrate National Coloring Book Day by joining the Coloring Group at the Northern Senior Activity Center on Thursday, Aug. 2, from 1-4 p.m. Bring your school-aged grandchildren, coloring pencils, crayons, books, and come have some fun! Participants will color posters and cloth pencil cases and enjoy other embellishments of the day. Have ment. Open to all levels of interest and ability. Please bring a yoga mat or a towel. Registration required.
LEGO Block Party
Yoga at the Library
Lexington Park Library will hold a Yoga at the Library on Saturday, July 28 from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. A Yoga Basics class that is appropriate for all levels of experience. Participants connect with the inner-self and the power of the body’s self-healing mechanism. Come and learn how to align the mind, body, and breath as you move your joints through the appropriate range of motion. A yoga practice develops the ability to stay calm during stressful situations as well as repatterning the body’s programmed responses. This Yoga Basics class is offered in a relaxed learning environ-
Leonardtown Library will hold a LEGO Block Party on Tuesday, August 7 from 2 – 4 p.m. Lexington Park Library will hold a LEGO Block Party on Tuesday, August 7 from 2 – 3:30 p.m. We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination! Come and build something amazing with our thousands of LEGO and Duplo pieces. All ages, no registration.
Kindergarten Here We Come!
Charlotte Hall Library will hold Kindergarten, Here We Come! on Wednesday, August 8 from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Leonardtown Library will hold Kindergarten, Here We Come! on Saturday, August 11 from 10 – 11 a.m. Let’s get ready to start
Beginners Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Tai Chi 2 for Arthritis
The Garvey Senior Activity Center will be offering Tai Chi 2 for Arthritis on Mondays, Aug. 6-Sept. 10, at 8:30 a.m. The Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi program, developed by Dr. Paul Lam, uses gentle Sun-style Tai Chi routines that are safe, easy to learn and suitable for every fitness level. The Tai Chi program helps reduce stress, increase balance and flexibility, and improves your overall mind, body and spirit. During the six weeks, participants revisit warm-
Kindergarten (or PreKindergarten)! We’ll read stories about school, make crafts, learn how to stay healthy and safe at school, and take a practice ride on a real school bus! Registration will open two weeks before each program, www.stmalib.org.
Common Thread
Charlotte Hall Library will hold Common Thread on Wednesday, August 8 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. Whether you have been stitching for years, or you just want to learn, join fellow crafters who love all things fabric and fiber. Open to knitters, crocheters, quilters, embroiderers, cross-stitchers, and any other kind of needleworkers. Bring your current project, mingle with like-minded makers, and swap patterns, ideas, and tips. Basic supplies available, if needed. All skill levels welcome. No registration required.
up and cool-down exercises, six basic core movements, direction changes and 5 additional movements. Due to the nature of this class, attendance at all sessions is highly recommended and no walk-ins are accepted; advance sign-up is required. To register, call 301-4754200, ext.*1050.
Law Enforcement Training Facility Tour
The Triad/SALT Council invites you to join us on a trip to the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions in Sykesville, MD, on Wednesday, Aug. 8! This trip will include a tour of the training facility and demonstrations of the driving range and virtual marksmen course! Lunch can be purchased on-site. The van will depart from the Garvey Senior Activity Center at 6 a.m. and will return at 5 p.m. Registration is required. Contact Community Programs & Outreach Manager Sarah Miller at 301475-4200, ext. *1073, or sarah.miller@ stmarysmd.com for more information.
Crafting with Deb: Abstract Magic Marker Coasters
Come join us as we create magic marker coasters on Wednesday, Aug. 8, at 10 a.m. at the Garvey Senior Activity Center. These coasters add an abstract artful look to your home. No art experience needed! You will get to decorate four coasters to take with you. The cost for the class is $4, payable at the time of sign up. Call 301-475-4200, ext. *1050, to learn more.
Yoga at the Library
Lexington Park Library will hold Yoga at the Library on Saturday, August 11 from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. A Yoga Basics class that is appropriate for all levels of experience. Participants connect with the inner-self and the power of the body’s self-healing mechanism. Come and learn how to align the mind, body, and breath as you move your joints through the appropriate range of motion. A yoga practice develops the ability to stay calm during stressful situations as well as repatterning the body’s programmed responses. This Yoga Basics class is offered in a relaxed learning environment. Open to all levels of interest and ability. Please bring a yoga mat or a towel. Registration required on www.stmalib.org.
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s r e t i r W g n i t u b i Contr “In or Out?”
Oraville School, March 23, 1939
Back Row (Left to right): James Daniel “Dan” Alvey, 1931-2009, son of Joseph Harry Alvey and Mary Helen Pilkerton; Preston Joseph “Freeze” Downs, 1932-2014, son of Joseph Floyd Downs and Anna Adele Buckler; (Teacher, unidentified) Lucille Elizabeth “Cookie” Buckler, 1932-2009, daughter of Richard Lee Buckler and Agnes Lucille Graves; Mary B.Alvey, 1929-1989. daughter of Joseph Harry Alvey and Mary Helen Pilkerton: Teresa Cusic, 1931-2006, daughter of John Quincy Cusic and Eleanor Catherine Bussler; Cecelia Cusic, 1932, daughter of Thomas Wilmer Cusic and Annie Gertrude Norris; Joan Elizabeth Newell, 19302016 and Nancy Irene Newell, born 1932, daughters of Blake Newell and Frances Flora Marshall; Walter Edward “Eddie” Long, 1933-1987, son of Charles Philip Long and Ida Marie “Dolly” Cheseldine; James Bernard “Bunny” Cusic, 1932-2003, son of Thomas Wilmer Cusic and Annie Gertrude Norrix. Front Row: James “Jimmy”, Buckler, 1930 ; George Dewey Wood,Jr., 1931-1981. son of George Dewey Wood, Sr. and Thelma Louise Wise; James Floyd “Bugs” Downs, 1928-2014, son of Joseph Floyd Downs and Anna Adele Buckler; Philip M. “Phil” Long, 1928-2000, son of Charles Philip Long and Ida Marie “Dolly” Cheseldine; Herman Thomas Morgan, 1927-2010, son of Thomas Ernest Morgan and Dolly Roseanna Gray; Joseph Kenneth “Pat” Burroughs, 1929-1994, son of Henry Harvey Burroughs and Mary Priscilla Hayden; Freeman Richard “Little Freemie” Copsey, 1931-1991; Stanley Aloysius Long, 1931-2013, son of Charles Philip Long and Ida Marie “Dolly” Cheseldine.
You thought I was referring to bellybuttons I bet, or maybe whether Mindy was going to stay in or out? No, I was actually referring to fads, and how much time it must take to keep yourself in the current fashion of the day. Or how often you think that you are out of fashion (as I am these days – it’s comfort all the way). Of course, there have always been fad designs that were questionable, like men wearing high heels. I found an interesting article about this titled “Why did men stop wearing high heels?” By William Kremer, of the BBC World Service. Back in the really old days of the 900’s in Persia, horsemen wore high heels because it kept their feet in the stirrups. When all the men were wearing heels, it seems that the privileged classes began to get even higher heels to show their status and that obviously they were of the upper class who did not need to work in fields or walk the cobbled streets very often. Apparently the high-heeled fad for men dropped off in the 1740’s only to re-emerge as we all remember in the late 60’s to the high-heeled discoing 70’s. It looked good at the time. But I also loved my glitter shirts, satin pants, and 3” stacked glitter shoes of the time – especially when doing the Hustle at Joe Theisman’s in Camp Springs. Maybe it is because I have kept a hand in the antiques and vintage field for over 30 years. I enjoy watching the fads come and go, and love remembering the fads of my lifetime. Some of the design trends in furniture and clothes I am reluctant to let go of, even today. Last week I did another closet purge getting back to my color system. The last hold-out clothes from the last century had to go. My husband and I dropped off five full bags of clothes to Hooks and Hangars in Charlotte Hall, and another bag to a friend of still nice dresses and such that I will never fit into again. And I am finally just tired of seeing the same clothes over and over. I have my favorites and that’s that. I rarely venture out of my comfort zone. Sending six bags of clothes out into the world seems like an awful
lot or that I am a clotheshorse. Ha! If you have ever met me, you know that is not true. At one time about 25 -30 years ago, when I was between sizes 4 and 6, I did love nice clothes, and shot some commercials for the old Petite Shop in San Souci, and also did a commercial for Master Donut with my son Ryan, and one for Rick’s Jewelers which aired for quite a long time. But scouting with my sons and volunteering in their schools became the most important things in my life and I switched to the “Mom” clothes of the 90’s. You remember; the high waisted jeans and hand-painted sweatshirts, oh and my favorite “Mom” clothing of all: ankle length long dresses worn with sneakers and short socks. Oh my, how comfortable that was. And now I hear that the mom clothes are making a comeback, so I am going to hit Hooks and Hangars for all “new to me mom” clothes I can find. One of my favorite summer shirts came from there. The bright green shirt I am wearing now was a 25cent yard sale find. In fact, most all of my workshop or work at the Tobacco Barn (Hughesville Village Market) shirts are yard sale finds or friends’ or customers’ cast-offs. I love gently used and loved clothes since I am not a fan of clothes shopping. That I leave to my husband – he finds me clothes to wear…well, I better get onto my day, that thrift shopping can get right competitive…might still need that other mom fad of the past – padded shoulders for competitive shopping. To each new day’s adventure, Shelby Please send your ideas or comments to: shelbys.wanderings@ yahoo.com or find me on Facebook
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Annapolis Rising: A Benefit for the Capital Gazette Victims’ Families In the wake of June 28’s mass shooting at The Capital Gazette, the tragedy struck an attack not only on Annapolis, but also on journalism’s core pillar of freedom of the press. To honor both, Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley announced the city will host a benefit concert on July 28 for the victims’ families and survivors of The Capital Gazette shooting while promoting the importance of freedom of the press and its importance to our country’s democracy. Headlining the concert is international recording artist, Good Charlotte, a Maryland-based band with connections to Annapolis. Less Than Jake, another national recording artist currently performing on the Vans Warped Tour, will open for Good Charlotte that evening. Jordan Klepper, from Comedy Central’s The Opposition and Klepper shows, will speak before Less Than Jake. “This horrible tragedy cannot be forgotten,” said Mayor Buckley. “Sadly, our country’s attention will soon shift from this event that has forever changed our city. We will not stand by and allow the memory of these slain journalists to
be forgotten. We also stand up for our journalists and our freedom of the press and this concert is just one step in that direction.” The concert begins at noon with several performances from additional local acts, including Dublin 5, Clones of Funk, The Great Heights Band, Higher Hands, Skribe and more. Also joining the lineup will be guest speakers from the world of journalism, including Rick Hutzell, editor of The Capital and several reporters; Marty Baron, editor of The Washington Post; Elisabeth Bumiller— Washington Bureau Chief of the New York Times; and Tom LoBianco, formerly of the Associated Press and CNN. Proceeds will benefit the fund established for the victims and survivors and journalism scholarships. The event will take place entirely on the block of Calvert Street between West and Northwest streets. Tickets cost $25 each (children age 10 and under are free with paying adult) and can be purchased online at ticketfly.com and searching for “Annapolis Rising.” There’s a limit of 3,000 tickets on a first-come, first-serve
Artist Good Charlotte, National recording, headlines benefit concert.
basis. All sales will be online. Tickets must be brought to the event with ticket holders. There will be food and drink sold inside the event perimeter; no chairs, coolers, backpacks or outside beverages allowed. Preferred parking is available at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium (Rowe Boulevard side of lot) for $10, with proceeds also going to the victims’ fund. Free shuttles will be transporting
Navy stadium parkers to the event/ Additional parking information is available at www.annapolisparking.com. Sponsors are helping offset costs associated with staging, A/V, security and more so that nearly all proceeds from tickets can be donated to The Capital Gazette’s victims fund.
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