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Betty and Norris Shepherd have been running the agriculture division of the St. Marys County Fair for 57 years the same amount of time they have been married.
These are my employees its not his position to take this to the employees, its mine.
- Sheriff Tim Cameron, on a sheriffs deputy early retirement proposal from County Commissioner Dan Morris.
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Val Spencer, owner of Laser Lube Auto Repair in California, hands a set of keys and a vehicle title to Sam Huffman of Lexington Park on Wednesday. At left are Sams parents, Catherine and Stephen Huffman, and Lexington Park NAPA Manager Jimmy Kerns is at right. Spencer, with the help of NAPA and AutoZone repaired and donated a car to Huffman.
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State: Big Road Projects Can Only Move With Fed Help
By Guy Leonard Staff Writer Maryland Secretary of Transportation Beverley K. Swaim Staley told county elected officials Tuesday that big projects like the replacement of the Thomas Johnson Bridge wont be able to move ahead from their current stages unless the federal government provides funding. This means that agencies like the State Highway Administration (SHA) will only be able to use what limited funding they have to assuage transportation problems like traffic congestion and aging roads in the short term. Some of those measures include putting a new light at the intersection of Route 5 and Great Mills Road and putting a temporary bridge over Allens Fresh in Charles County on Route 234, that many county residents use as a vital link to Route 301 and then on to Virginia in their daily commutes. While state highway officials think a second traffic signal at the end of Old Great Mills Road, creating a situation where there would be a stop light, then a large gas station and then immediately another stop light, will help traffic flow, officials here were dubious. Commissioner Todd Morgan (R-Great Mills) said that the traffic congestion on Route 5 was already too great for the road to bear and; an additional traffic signal so close to the one already there would make it worse. Construction on the traffic light has already begun. This is a quagmire of an intersection, Morgan told transportation officials. Why not just close off [Old Great Mills] road? The states regional project engineer, Lee Starkloff, said that red arrows at the light will stop right hand turns, but Morgan questioned who would enforce such measures. If that becomes an enforcement issue then itll have to be enforced initially, Starkloff said. Starkloff said they would remove the light if it proved to be more trouble than it was worth. We feel like it will succeed, he said. On Route 234 in Charles County, SHA Deputy Administrator Doug Simmons told county leaders that they hope to have the temporary replacement bridge with a two lane highway in place by mid-November but planners will still have to go through the environmental permit process to put it in place. officials are worried that an right at Swaim-Staley said that mem- Localexacerbate traffic congestionadditional traffic light plansafter the oneit. the intersection of Great Mills Road and Route 5 will only instead of the states to alleviate bers in the House of Representatives are still talking about making up to 33 percent reductions sources. were addressed it would probably be closer to in transportation funding nationwide, which Swaim-Staley said if just the top priorities $100 billion, she said. impacts Maryland considerably since about 20 in each jurisdiction were tallied the cost would percent of its capital budget comes from federal be about $12 billion; if every need statewide guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Niles Primrose, one of the project coordinators with DNR, said the lease agreement was promulgated after negotiations between the developer and natural resources officials. United Land and Power made an unsolicited bid for the project, Primrose said, and was the sole bidder. The states Department of General Services had put out a request for qualifications, Primrose said, but United Land and Power was the only taker. Most developers knew that but this [company] was the first to have a bona fide plan, Primrose said. The state project manager went on to say that the reason no other more established developers came forward to bid was likely because of issues in finding a buyer for solar-generated power. Tom Dennison, spokesman for SMECO, said the utility decided to put out its own requests for proposals with requirements the industry must meet, because previous plans that had come to the utility from 18 different developers did not meet their demands. SMECO is required by state law to buy three percent of its electrical load from renewable energy resources, and a percentage of that must come from solar power, but it is often cheaper to buy renewable energy credits or even pay a penalty rather than purchase solar generated power that is too expensive, Dennison said. The bottom line is SMECO purchases power on the open market and there are any number of reasons why solar development has been held up, but the decisions we make are [significantly] based on price. Dennison said that SMECO plans to partner with another developer to build its own solar facility in Hughesville on property it already owns and that fits its parameters, though the United Land and Power project might still hold promise despite its inability to get an agreement with SMECO recently. It doesnt mean were not interested, Dennison said. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Todd Orjda, left, of Lexington Park, gets some help from Shaylin Ganey, 10, from Virginia, in picking up trash and storm debris in Myrtle Point Park in California on Sept. 18. Volunteers from around the region took the day to help the park recover from storm damage incurred from Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee, including sawing trees that had fallen over the parks many nature trails.
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out would receive full benefits and also avoid a percentage penalty that would normally be applied for early retirement. He said the target is only getting a few deputies perhaps three to retire; if a large number took the offer, he acknowledged the significant increase in benefit and retirement costs for new hires a quarter of a century from now. Over 25 years it would increase [costs] but for this budget year it would not, Morris (R-Mechanicsville) said. This is a one time window of opportunity. Morris said that the early departure of three deputies could bring in five more. This would bring in more deputies for patrol while reducing salary costs in the short-term, he argued. The sole purpose is to get more deputies on the street, we couldnt do a large number of deputies, Morris said. The ones leaving are making $80,000 and the ones coming in are making $40,000. I will not quit trying to put more cops on the street without burdening the tax payer, he said. Morris said he floated the idea to the public first and not to the sheriffs office retirement board because it was in its infancy and wanted a more mature proposal to bring to them. Theres no use in me doing that until we know how many deputies want it, Morris said. Cameron criticized Morriss methods, saying he should have taken his idea to the retirement board first. This has never been broached with the retirement board, Cameron said. These are my employees its not his position to take this to the employees, its mine. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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Crown Castle is proposing to modify a cellular tower located at the following site: Dameron #801525 - 18248 Three Notch Rd in Dameron. Crown Castle invites comments from any interested party on the impact of the proposed tower on any districts, sites, buildings, structures or objects significant in American history, archaeology, engineering or culture that are listed or determined eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Specific information regarding the project is available for comments by calling Peter Crane at 518-433-6244 during normal business hours. Comments must be received by October 14, 2011.
PlanMaryland is a statewide planning initiative led by the Maryland Department of Planning. Although many citizens may not have been aware of it, the Plan has been in the works for a number of years. The goals of PlanMaryland are to Concentrate development and re development in towns, cities and rural centers where there is existing and planned infrastructure. Preserve and protect environmentally sensitive and rural lands and resources from the impacts of development. Ensure that a desirable quality of life in Marylands communities is sustainable. I think many would agree that these are laudable goals. The question is how best to achieve them. It is critical that the citizens of St. Marys County understand what is at stake. One way to highlight the issue is to explore how local governments determine areas within their jurisdictions for future growth. Currently, determination of growth areas is mainly achieved through a mechanism called the Priority Funding Area (or PFA) which came out of the Smart Growth legislation of the mid 1990s. Local jurisdictions have the authority to designate PFAs. Priority Funding Areas are used by many state agencies to target their resources. Essentially, PFAs are created locally with state guidance. How does PlanMaryland propose to direct state resources to growth areas? Chapter 4 of the Plan outlines the use of Designated Places to tie together Plan goals, public outcomes and locations. Jurisdictions will have the opportunity to nominate Designated Places, but final authority rests with the
state. Local/ State Designations will be confirmed by the Smart Growth Subcabinet in accordance with the process described in Chapter 6. One category of Designated Places is Growth and Revitalization Areas. What if a county or municipality nominates an area for this designation and it is not confirmed by the state? According to the Plan, Place Designations may be used by state agencies to align State capital and non-capital plans, programs and procedures to help attain PlanMaryland Goals. Is the State of Maryland preparing to funnel resources away from growth areas that do not receive Smart Growth Subcabinet confirmation? The comprehensive planning process has been a very effective model for determining growth areas. It not only allows citizens opportunities for input on land use policy, but also allows them to hold local decision-makers accountable for their actions. PlanMaryland turns this model on its head by giving the authority for determining growth areas to the state, thereby undermining local planning authority. I encourage citizens to go to plan.maryland.gov to read the PlanMaryland Draft and provide comments. Public comments will be received through November 9, 2011. For questions or comments, contact Cindy Jones at Cindy.Jones@stmarysmd.com. Contact The County Times at news@countytimes.net.
I want to thank Lennys Restaurant for service provided after hurricane Irene passed through St. Marys County. My wife and I lost power about midnight on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2011. Sunday morning we went out for a ride after hurricane Irene had moved on and the weather was returning to normal. We wanted to find a restaurant open serving breakfast. We drove north looking for a restaurant serving breakfast and returned homeward after a while. Then we remembered Lennys served Sunday brunch and proceeded to Lennys. Lennys appeared closed at first since the lights were off. At a closer look, we found Lennys had generators working. What we found next is worth writing about. Credit card payment was down but Lennys had lowered the cost for brunch to $5 per meal. How many times have you experienced an act of God and overcharging? Here was Lennys Restaurant reducing the cost because cash is the only way to pay for brunch. Thank you Lennys for your service and aid provided after hurricane Irene. St. Marys County is glad to have you. Thomas Kettelle Lexington Park, MD
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As you can see by the attached wanted poster, I need your help! I'm participating in the 3rd Annual Jail & Bail, a "fun-raiser" co-hosted by the Sheriff of St. Mary's County, Tim Cameron and Care Net Pregnancy Center of Southern Maryland. On Monday, September 19, 2011, the Sheriff is sending a 1950 black and white police car to my office at 28231 Three Notch Road in Mechanicsville, where I'll be arrested, handcuffed and taken to the Old Jail Museum in Leonardtown. Once there, I'll be brought in front of Judge Ment with my court-appointed attorney, Ben Slick. Oh, the embarrassment! For me to be bailed out, I need to raise $1,500.00. This is where I could use your help. I have until September 19, 2011 to come up with the bail money and I'm asking those who don't want to see me left in jail to help raise my bail - you don't want to see me in jail, do you? Any amount toward making my bail would be greatly appreciated. Proceeds raised will benefit Care Net Pregnancy Center of Southern Maryland, a crisis pregnancy center that helps women explore their options when facing an unplanned pregnancy. They are serving over 4,000 clients annually and all of their services are free of charge. The $1,500.00 we raise will pay for one mom and her family to receive all of the services Care Net provides pregnancy test, ultrasound, peer counseling, pre-natal education, parenting training, etc. If you would like to support this worthy cause, please mail your tax-deductible contribution to the Immaculate Conception Church Rectory, PO Box 166, Mechanicsville, MD 20659. Checks should be made payable to CareNet, and please include "Johnny Wood" to the memo section of your check.
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By Sean Rice Editor A plan that started as an idea to give something back to the community came to fruition this week when Val Spencer, owner of Laser Lube Auto Repair in California, handed a set of keys and a vehicle title to Sam Huffman of Lexington Park. Spencer, with the help of the local NAPA and AutoZone stores, solicited a donated vehicle, which Spencer worked on to get roadready to be donated to a family in need. Nominations were sought from community members for a person in need of a vehicle that would have the greatest impact if they were assisted. Spencer said she chose Huffman be-
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Photo by Sean Rice Val Spencer, owner of Laser Lube Auto Repair in California, hands a set of keys and a vehicle title to Sam Huffman of Lexington Park on Wednesday. At left are Sams parents, Catherine and Stephen Huffman, and Lexington Park NAPA Manager Jimmy Kerns is at right.
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Richard Cochran, 78
Richard Clarence Cochran, Corky, 78, of Hollywood, Maryland, died Friday, September 9, 2011, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born March 27, 1933 in Huntington, Indiana, he was the son of the late Clarence and Rowena Poorman Cochran. He is survived by his beloved wife, Joan Patricia Carroll Cochran, his loving daughters Tammy Lynn Keister of Lexington Park and Sandra Elaine Cochran of Whispering Pines, NC., his brother Barry Cochran of Huntington, IN and his dear granddaughter Hannah Danielle Tolson of Lexington Park. He was preceded in death by his brother, Douglas Cochran of Medford, OR; and his sisters Betty Vandoski of Aldvordton, OH; and Phyllis Steele of Lake Placid, FL. Corky and Joan were married on December 7, 1979. He loved his family and took great pride in taking care of his girls. For 27 years, Corky enjoyed working as Service Manager at the Sears Auto Center in Lexington Park. Corky also enjoyed hunting and fishing with all of his good friends from the county Department of Public Works, where he was employed for 8 years after retiring from Sears. He looked forward to meeting with his breakfast buddies every Wednesday morning and visiting with Ronald Zimmerman to buy fresh vegetables. One of his favorite pastimes was beating his daughter Sandy at a game of cards. Relatives and friends were received for Mr. Cochrans Life Celebration at the Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD on Tuesday, September 13th. Prayers were recited. In Lieu of Flowers, memorial contributions in memory may be directed to the Hospice of St. Marys, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, Maryland 20650, or the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Rd., Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256, www.donorservices@woundedwarriorproject.org. Condolences may be made to the family at www.brinsfieldfuneral. com
as well and spending time with his friends and family. He is survived by his parents, Margaret Ann Dean Currie and Francis Jessie Currie of Lexington Park, his children Bobbi Jo Trossback of Dameron, Robert Currie Jr., Crystal Currie and Brittian Currie all of Lexington Park. He is also survived by his grandchildren Blake and Brenden Trossback, Robert Dewayne Currie III, Zachary and Nathan Currie, Makyia Weasenforth and Natalie Gass. Also survived by his siblings Ray Currie and Mike Currie of Bushwood, Allen Currie of Lexington Park and Barbara Barnes of Valley Lee. Family received friends on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at the Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Prayers were recited. Funeral services will take place on Thursday, September 22, 2011at 10 a.m. in the Brinsfield Funeral Home chapel. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Serving as pallbearers will be Ray Currie, Sr., Mike Currie, Allen Currie, James Barnes, Sr., Robert Currie, Jr., and Ray Currie, Jr. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Brandon Currie and James Barnes, Jr. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate any contributions in Bobbys memory, to be directed to the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A. to help defray costs. Condolences to the family may be made to the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.
Hall was preceded in death by his siblings: Laura A. Stone, Lillian G. Hall, and Mildred A. Hall. The family received friends in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home on Sunday, September 18, 2011 with prayers recited. A Funeral service was held on Monday, September 19, 2011 in the MattingleyGardiner Funeral Home with Rev. Sherrill Page officiating. Interment followed in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers were; Stevie Stone, Joey Hall, David Wayne Knott, Damian Hall, Georgie Hall and Ben Hall. Honorary Pallbearers were; Palmer Lacey Gordon Moe, Roy Knott, Mike Bean, James Ellis and Donald Knott. To leave a condolence for the family please visit www.mgfh.com.
endless love was his family, friends and special companion Tammy his pet poodle. His belief in families was obvious as he established the legacy for the Gateau family traditions. In addition to his family, he enjoyed being close to the Patuxtent River and the beauties it offered. The family received friends for Johns Life Celebration on September 15, 2011 at Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Prayers were recited. A mass of Christian Burial was celebrated by Father Dignan on September 16, 2011 at St. John Francis Regis Catholic Church in Hollywood, MD with interment immediately following at St. Johns Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were Robert Gateau, George Gateau Sr., George Gateau Jr., George Gateau, III, John Wathen, Jr., and Joel Wathen. Honorary Pallbearers were Dan Muchow, Craig Judd, Robert Reece and Donald Finch, Sr; along with the DC Fire Department Honor Guards. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice House of St. Marys, P.O Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650; the American Cancer Society, 1041 Route 3 N, Bldg. A, Gambrills, MD 21054, the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 7, Hollywood, MD 20636 or the Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 79, Hollywood, MD 20636. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral. com.
ceramics, bingo, crossword puzzles, duckpin bowling, and pitch. The family received friends on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel, Leonardtown, MD where a funeral service was held with Fr. John Caulfield officiating. Pallbearers were; Billy Copsey, Cody Coates, Jamie Fowler, David Abell, Jimmy Greenwell, and Danny Anderson. Interment will follow in Trinity Memorial Gardens, Waldorf, MD. Contributions in memory of Rose G. Raley may be made to the Hospice of St. Marys, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
Tammy Shook, 52
T a m m y Jean Shook, 52, of Hollywood, MD died at her residence. Born on June 5, 1959 in Leonardtown, MD, she was the daughter of Frances Irene Johnson and the late Robert Lane McKinney. She was the loving wife of James Raymond Shook whom she married on October 2, 1999 in Hughesville, MD. Mrs. Shook is survived by her brother; Robert (Ricky) Joseph McKinney, Sr. (Theresa), of Clements, MD, one Sister in Law Sandy Radcliff (Greg), Nephew Robert Joseph McKinney, Jr., Nieces; Tiffany Lawrence, Laura McKinney, Candy Radcliff, Mandy Radcliff and one great nephew Blake Lawrence. Tammy graduated from Chopticon High School, Morganza, MD and was a lifelong resident of St. Marys County. Mrs. Shook worked as a clerical supervisor for 29 years at Civista Memorial Hospital, La Plata, MD retiring in January of 2007. Tammy loved flowers and floral designing, helping others, children, taking pictures; she loved collecting glass ornaments and had many collections. The family received friends on Wednesday, September 21, 2011, in the Mattingley Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD with prayers recited. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, September 22, 2011 at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Church, Chaptico, MD with Fr. Jerry Gamrot officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Bushwood, MD. Pallbearers will be; Robert Joseph McKinney, Sr., Timothy Quade, David McKinney, Francis Huseman, Bernard Alvey, Jr., and Michael Gass. Honorary Pallbearers will be; Joey Buckler, Leroy Cargill, Tiffany Lawrence, Harry Ray Alvey, Robert Joseph Mckinney, Jr., and Laura McKinney. Contributions made in the memory of Tammy Jean Shook may be made to the Hollywood Vol. Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 79, Hollywood, MD 20636. To leave a condolence for the family please visit www.mgfh.com.
Rose Raley, 86
Rose G. Raley, 86, of Mechanicsville, MD died at Takoma Park, MD on Thursday, September 15, 2011. Mrs. Raley was born on April 11, 1925 in Bryantown, MD and was the daughter of the late John and Barbara Grabis. She was married on November 3, 1945 in Bryantown, MD to James C. Raley, who preceded her in death on February 21, 1997. Mrs. Raley is survived by her children; John Raley (Hilda) of Weirton, WVA, Sylvia Scumaci of Tampa, FL, Ricky Raley (Bertha) of Chaptico, MD, and Gloria Copsey of Mechanicsville, MD as well as her six grandchildren; Kristie, Mickey, Jennifer, Crystal, Russell, and Billy and six great grandchildren; Tristin, Daniel, Dessie, Jason, Cody, and Kyra. Mrs. Raley is also survived by siblings; Theresa Abell, Helena Kraugh, Kitty Burch, Ellen Anderson, Mary Alice Bradley, Ralph Grabis, and Mary Jo Cusick, She was also preceded in death by a son in law Dagger Copsey as well as her siblings; Louise Eckloff, Raymond Grabis, Dutch Grabis, Martha Hodoba, Hilda Baker. Mrs. Raley graduated from Notre Dame High School in 1944 and was a homemaker. Mrs. Raley enjoyed: Crocheting,
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Paul Stamnos, 87
Paul Charles Stamnos, 87 of Charlotte Hall, MD died September 14, 2011 at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. Born July 3, 1924 in Reading, PA, he was the son of the late Charles Stamnos and Christina (Janakis) Stamnos. Paul served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 until 1972. While in the Navy, he was in WWII, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. Following his retirement from the Navy, he worked for the Civil Service. He was a member of the Thomas J. Shryock Lodge, and a lifetime member of the Fleet Reserve Unit 126. Pauls hobbies included traveling, RVing, fishing and church. Paul is survived by his four grandchildren, Christina Mangrum of Lexington Park, MD, Paula Ross of California, MD, Michelle Humphrey of Columbia, MD and Nickolas Stamos of Annapolis, MD and their spouses. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Ann Stamnos, and his son, Gene Stamnos. Family received friends for Pauls Life Celebration on Monday, September 19, 2011 in the Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. A Masonic Lodge service was held. A Funeral Service was held on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 at St. Georges Episcopal Church, 19167 Poplar Hill Lane, Valley Lee, MD 20692. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home, 29449 Charlotte Hall Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622 or the Alzheimers Association, Southern Maryland Office, P.O. Box 1889, LaPlata, MD 20646. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral. com.
wife, Leslie Virginia Standish and a sister, Janet Guthrie. A private interment will take place at a later date. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral. com.
Marsha Stewart, 65
Ma r sh a Leigh Stewart, 65, of Lexington Park, Maryland died September 15, 2011, at Georgetown University Hospital after a tenyear battle with cancer. Born October 29, 1945, at Kanawha Valley Hospital in Charleston, West Virginia, to Judge James Lee and Margaret Eloise Thompson; she was the granddaughter of the late Dr. and Mrs. H.A. Erwin; and Major W.E. Thompson, to whom she was very close; all of Hurricane, West Virginia. Marsha Leigh attended Hurricane Grade and Hurricane High School; graduating in 1964 from the Baldwin School in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. Marsha Leigh was a four-year participating summer camp student of the Interlochen Center for the Arts (formally the National Music Camp), in Interlochen, MI. Marsha Leigh married David Allen Stewart of Dameron, Maryland, in 1967, at the University of Maryland Chapel. In 1968, she graduated from American University with a degree in English, and he from the University of Maryland with a degree in Electrical Engineering. The couple moved to Hollywood, MD, in 1970, and then to Lexington Park, MD, in 1972. Marsha Leigh began her teaching career in 1982, working for St. Marys County Public Schools teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages. In 1984, she began teaching English and reading to grades 5 8 at Little Flower School under Principal Sister Francis Inez. Throughout her 26 years at LFS, she held multiple jobs; most notably Assistant Principal and then Principal (2006-2011). As an English, reading, and religion teacher and finally as an administrator, she taught, mentored, and cared for hundreds, if not thousands, of children until the very end. Marsha Leigh loved LFS, working hard every day to improve and strengthen not only the school but others lives. Marsha Leigh loved music, playing the organ and piano, gardening, baking, playing tennis, ice-skating, watching the LFS Patriots play basketball on Sundays, and simply spending time with her family. After a second battle with cancer, first with breast and then liver, Marsha Leigh was diagnosed a third time in April 2010 with hot spots on her ribs. After a long and courageous battle, fighting until the end, Marsha Leigh succumbed to the cancer at 11:30 P.M. on September 15th.
She is survived by her husband David Allen Stewart, daughter Margaret Anne, and sons David Lee and Sean Colin, all of Lexington Park; parents Judge James Lee and Margaret Eloise Thompson, of Hurricane, WV; and several cousins, including William Bill Thompson and family of WV; Ann McKusic and family, of Ohio; and Jay and Shirley Dameron and family of Dameron, MD. Family received friends for Marshas Life Celebration on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 in Holy Face Catholic Church, 20476 Point Lookout Road, Great Mills, MD 20634. Prayers were recited. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at Holy Face Church. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were David Lee Stewart, Sean Colin Stewart, Richard Harrell, Mark Beckman, John Pennisi and Matt Bowes. Memorial contributions may be made to Little Flower School, 20410 Point Lookout Road, Great Mills, MD, 20634. Condolences to the family may be made at www. brinsfieldfuneral. com.
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Steven Charles Thomas, 54 of California, MD died peacefully at home surrounded by his family on
Thomas. Steven moved to St. Marys County and was enlisted in the U.S. Navy, stationed at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station from 1981 until 1985. He started St. Marys Locksmith in 1985. He loved the outdoors, jet skiing, trips to Harpers Ferry, WV, camping and sitting around with family and friends with a cold beer. He was also a member of the Elks Lodge. Steven is survived by his mother, Mary Thomas of Norwalk, CA, sons, Matt Thomas of Lexington Park, MD and Garrett Thomas of Jacksonville, FL, granddaughter, Alaina Thomas, fianc, Nancy Boswell, siblings, Mike Thomas of Mountain View, CA, Bill Thomas of Topeka, KS, Jerry Thomas of Hacienda Heights, CA, and Nancy Cremer of Stockton, CA. Family received friends for Stevens Life Celebration on Friday, September 16, 2011 in the Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Prayers were recited. Interment will
September 8, 2011. Born August 16, 1957, he was the son of Mary (Campbell) Thomas of Norwalk, CA and the late William M.
be private. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of St Marys, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral. com.
William Standish, 90
William Lee Standish, 90 of Solomons, MD died September 15, 2011 at Asbury-Solomons Nursing Center. Born September 23, 1920 in Bedford, IN, he was the son of the late Clinton Standish and Bertha (Vellom) Standish. William was a chemical salesman for Dupont Corporation for forty two years. He is survived by his sons, Leslie (Kem) Standish of California, MD, William C. Standish of Oklahoma City, OK, and John V. Standish of Hudson, OH, seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his
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On Sept. 17, deputies responded to a disturbance on Dement Lane in California and when deputies arrived they found Timothy Wayne Downs, 28, of Piney Point exiting the residence. Investigation revealed Downs allegedly forced his way into the victims residence without permission. Downs was arrested. A search incident to arrest revealed Downs to be in possession of five small yellowish colored rocks which were packaged as if they were a controlled dangerous substance, police reported. Upon further examination it was determined the rocks were not a controlled dangerous substance but were packaged with the intent to represent a controlled dangerous substance, police alleged. Downs was arrested and charged with fourth-degree burglary and possession of a non-controlled dangerous substance.
On Sept. 17, deputies responded to a residence on Point Lookout Road in Leonardtown for an assault. Investigation revealed Melissa Marie Matteson, 31, of Leonardtown was engaged in a verbal dispute with the victim, which escalated into a physical assault when Matteson allegedly threw a bowl of chili at the victim and grabbed the victim. Matteson was arrested and charged with second-degree assault.
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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer Amidst the sound reducing panels, professional microphones and the man behind the mixing board, Devante Jones of Lexington Park is taking his lifelong dream of singing
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his newest CD as his starting point, Jones said he wants it to all be fresh. He stays away from techno and club type music, preferring cleaner instruments and less synthetic sounds. Jones himself has played clarinet, saxophone and flute, but said he hasnt picked up any of them in a while. He said he does admire people who can play instruments well and enjoy doing so. Its incredible what you can do with an instrument when you know how to use it, Jones said. Keith Harancher, owner of KMH Recording Studio, said he enjoys getting first time recorders into his studio, though he also has recording studio veterans in to record. Everyone has to start somewhere, he said. The recording studio started as a personal project of Haranchers in Maine, and moved to Lusby in 1999. sarahmiller@countytimes.net
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Photo by Sean Rice Construction is underway on a parcel of land behind the California Staples Store off FDR Blvd for the Settlers Landing Apartments, the newest apartment complex in St. Marys County. The complex will have 245 units, according to county planning officials.
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Photos by Sarah Miller Shannon Byrnes with Island Bar and Crab House serves up a tasty treat during Taste of St. Marys on Sunday, while other customers get some traditional Southern Maryland Stuffed Ham.
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Commander and Mrs. Robert F. Miedzinski of Leonardtown, MD, announce the engagement of their daughter, Jessica Maria, to LCPL Richard Kearney, Jr., USMC, son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard A. Kearney, Sr. of Georgetown, DE. The bride is a 2003 graduate of St. Marys Ryken High School, a 2007 graduate of Notre Dame of Maryland University (formerly the College of Notre Dame of Maryland), and a 2009 graduate of Stevenson University. She currently works as a Paralegal in Baltimore.
Jessica Bowles gets arrested in front of the whole student body. Photos by Sarah Miller
Twenty members of the community, including principals, priests and a state delegate, were voluntarily arrestedfor the third annual CareNet Pregnancy Center jail and bail fundraising event. The event this year brought in approximately $23,000, according to CareNet executive director Cheryl Keen, with each detainees bail being set at a minimum of $1,500. sarahmiller@countytimes.net One of the community members approached to help raise money this year was Delegate John Wood (D-29A), who said he appealed to friends and church members to donate money for his bail. Ive always been a pro-life person, Wood said. He was happy to help support CareNet in supporting young and unprepared parents to prepare for a child. When they came to ask, I was pleased they asked, Wood said. He said his goal was to double the amount necessary for his bail, a goal he exceeded by $300, giving CareNet a total of $3,300. Mother Catherine Spalding Principal Jessica Bowles appealed to her students to help raise money, giving all 127 kids a baby bottle to fill with loose change from their parents, family, neighbors and even their own pockets. The CareNet jail bail is only one of a handful of fundraisers and charities Mother Catherine Spalding School participates in every year. We try to do things here and there, but not push too much, Bowles said. Some children even accompanied Bowles to the old jailhouse in Leonardtown to hand over her bail Billy Cusic hauls John Wood off to the Leonardtown jailhouse.
money, after a dubious defense by lawyer Ben Slick, played by Skip Jones, and a sentencing by Judge Ment, played by John Papier, at a mock trial at the court house. The jail bail is one of CareNets smaller fundraisers, Keen said, coming in behind the baby bottle fundraiser and the annual CareNet Banquet. For more information on CareNet and the programs offered, visit www.carenetsomd.org.
The groom is a 2002 graduate of Sussex Technical High School. He is currently assigned to Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton, CA as a Legal Services Specialist. The couple is planning a November 12, 2011 wedding to be held at St. John Francis Regis Catholic Church in Hollywood.
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Thursday, Sept. 22
YPI Meeting Olde Town Pub (22785 Washington Street, Leonardtown) 6 p.m. The Young Professionals Initiative of St. Marys County (YPI-SMC) will host a General Body Meeting and Happy Hour. Young professionals living or working in St. Marys County are invited to come find out what YPI has been up to, and what events are have planned for the Fall. If you are not a member of YPI, this is a great and informal way to learn more about the organization and to get involved. The Young Professionals Initiative of St. Marys County is a group dedicated to attracting and retaining young professionals in Southern Maryland. YPI-SMC hosts social and community events in the interest of young professionals.
ing rooms (located in wings on either side of the Greenhouse), which originally housed approximately 50 of George Washingtons male and female slaves. None of the slave cabins survive today. Much of what we know about the living conditions of Mount Vernons slaves is due to a 1798 written account by a visitor. Mount Vernon interprets the slave cabin as home to Scilla, who lived on Dogue Run Farm with her six children. Her husband, Slammin Joe, lived and worked at the Mansion House farm. Because of the generous grant and continued support from The Boeing Company, Sotterley Plantation is able to offer this important community outreach, fulfilling its mission of serving as an educational resource and cultural venue while it seeks to preserve, interpret and research the plantations diverse cultures and environments through its history. This event is free to the public. Please call for reservations at 301-373-2280 as seating is limited.
clothing of new and gently used clothing and accessories. The library committee will have many books for sale. Grannys Treasures will also be open, selling house wares, furniture and many miscellaneous items. Asbury Sails will also be open selling gifts. All proceeds will benefit the Asbury Solomons Benevolent Care Fund. For more information, call 410-394-3483 Fourth Annual Ritchie Day Memorial Poker Run Seabreeze Restaurant (27130 South Sandgates Road, Mechanicsville) 9:30 a.m. Registration starts at Seabreeze at 9:30 a.m. and the ride starts at 11 a.m. First draw is at Heavy Hitters in Mechanicville, second is at Back Road Inn in Compton, third is at Brass Rail in Great Mills, fourth is at Toots Bar in Hollywood and the final draw is back at Seabreeze. Price of admission is $20 for bikes, cars and trucks, $10 for additional riders and $10 for the after party. For more information, call 301-481-6924 or 410-739-7615. Wounded Marines Poker Run Jaags Cycle (23966 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood) 11 a.m. Registration at Jaags Cycle Shop will start at 11 a.m. with the ride beginning at noon. There is a $25 entry fee with a $250 prize for the best poker hand. T-shirts will be provided for riders. All motorcycles welcomed. The final stop is a party with live music at Tall Timbers Marina in Tall Timbers, Maryland. All proceeds go to Marines Helping Marines which is an organization dedicated to helping our injured heroes after being wounded in our defense. For more information contact Billy Breslin at 301-904-5412.
boats will compete in this race with trials on Saturday, September 24 and races Sunday. For more information, visit www.solomonsrace. com.
Monday, Sept. 26
Speaker at St. Marys College Auerbach Auditorium, Marys Hall (18952 E. Fisher Rd St. Marys City) 8:15 a.m. Jeffrey Kripal, author of Mutants and Mystics: Science Fiction, Superhero Comics, and the Paranormal, will focus on how the paranormal has helped generate popular cultural genres of pulp fiction, science fiction, and superhero comics. Kripal is the chair of the Department of Religious Studies at Rice University. This talk is free and open to the public
Friday, Sept. 23
Home Spun Coffee House Christ Church Parish Hall (37497 Zach Fowler Road, Chaptico) 7 p.m. The Home Spun Coffee House will sponsor an Open Mic night. This is a great event with many varieties of music and lots of friendship, so if you havent been to an SMTMD event before, this is a great time to start. The doors open at 7 p.m., and the music starts at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $5, and performers are admitted free. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information, or to sign up to perform, contact John Garner at carthagena@wildblue.net or call at 301-904-4987. Speaker Series - Jennifer Van Horn Sotterley Plantation Barn (44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood) 7 p.m. Sotterley Plantation is proud to partner with The Boeing Company in presenting Jennifer Van Horn. Her presentation entitled, Re-Interpreting Mount Vernons Greenhouse Slave Quarters will be the final presentation of this years Speaker Series at Sotterley. In November of 2010, Mount Vernon reopened the Greenhouse Slave Quarters after an extensive restoration. This talk will explore the new interpretation of the mens and womens sleep-
Saturday, Sept. 24
Giving Back to the Community Run For Life Brandywine Lions Club (11585 Cherry Tree Crossing Road, Brandywine) 6:30 a.m. 5K run, 2 mile walk. Check in starts at 6:30, the run begins at 8 a.m. and the awards ceremony starts at 9:30 a.m. Proceeds go to benefit Needy Kids, Inc. For more information, e-mail www.elife.org or call 301-717-6382. Yard Sale Second District Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad (45245 Drayden Road, Valley Lee) 8:30 a.m. Clean out your home and reserve a table for $10. All proceeds from the yardsale go to benefit the Valley Lee Second District Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad. For more information, or to reserve a table 301-994-1960. Giving Back to the Community Run For Life Asbury Solomons Retirement Community Auditorium (11000 Asbury Circle, Solomons) 6:30 a.m. This will include Bettys Closet a resale
Tuesday, Sept. 27
Fall Crafternoon Charlotte Hall Library (37600 New Market Road, Charlotte Hall) 1 p.m. Lexington Park Library (21677 FDR Boulivard, Lexington Park) 1 p.m. Kids ages 4-12 can drop in and complete an All About Me craft. Supplies are provided and admission is free. For more information, call 301-884-2211 or 301-863-8188 or visit www.stmalib.org.
Wednesday, Sept. 28
Free Line Dance Lessons Hotel Charles (15100 Burnt Store Road, Hughesville) 7 p.m. The Boot Scooters of Southern Maryland are offering free Line Dance. The lessons will be followed by the regular weekly practice session. Anyone interested in obtaining more information about these lessons or interested joining the Boot Scooters of Southern Maryland can contact them through the link on their website at: www.bootscootersofsomd. blogspot.com.
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Solomons Offshore Grand Prix Solomons Riverwalk, Glascock Field, Solomons 9 a.m. Offshore racing fans can look forward to the 2nd Annual Solomons Offshore Grand Prix sponsored by Bayside Chevrolet-Toyota. Spectactors will get a firsthand look at the boats as they tour the pits on Friday. Up to 50
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My name is Allison. I was born in May of 2011. I am from a litter of 9 kittens. I am so happy that the folks at FCR decided to take care of us. It was getting hard for our mom to feed all of us! Now we are in a nice, cool house with lots of tasty food. I no longer go hungry and I have a comfortable, dry place to live. Weve got it made now. My foster mom says I am a sweet girl with lots of potential to become a world-class snuggler. I am getting use to being picked up and I really enjoy being petted. Do you think I may be able to snuggle with you some day? If you think so, you can contact my foster mom at jeanne@feralcatrescuemd.org. You could call her at 240-314-9770. Shed love to tell you all about me. I am spayed, current on vaccines, micro chipped and I tested negative for feline leukemia and FIV. So what are you waiting for?? Email my foster mom so we can get started on our furrever life together. Cant wait to meet you.... Allison
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Photos by Sarah Miller Robert Dhu and Millie Croyer-Dhu run rehearsals in the Dhu household.
Josh Harrison (Doug Graupman) and Senator Joseph Dolan (James LePore) butt heads during the celebration at DiGiovannis.
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It was nice to walk outside this morning and not get bombarded with mosquitoes. Some of them must be getting ready to retreat for the cooler weather. Thank goodness fall is finally heredid I say how much I love Fall? That means we can again enjoy leisurely nights by the firepit either by ourselves or with friends and family. Not this weekend though. I am excited to be going to a Pampered Chef / Dove Chocolate party. I had just started looking into the new chocolate, and chocolate and wine parties advertised in the magazines. Now a friend is having one on Friday. My husband should probably be going instead of me since he loves anything-chocolatedark chocolate primarily, but I will suffer through for the family honor. In fact, the last thing I made before the power went out during Hurricane Irene was a Devils Food cake with homemade cocoa frosting. Well, you have to eat dont you? Saturday will be an evening trip to the County Fair with, I hope, all four grandkids, and then a sleepover. Two of my grandkids love to make crafts, so I better get some crafts in mind. Every child sees something different when they see grandparents ours see crafts with BeBe (thats me). Two of our grandkids have not yet had a craft night, so I hope we can fit it in. Sunday is church and football. Not a bad weekend at all. I must add that the County Fair seems to improve and look better every year. I dont think John and Ann Richards will ever be allowed to quit. As beautiful as today is, I would enjoy nothing more than staying outside all day on my day off, but lists call. Im sure I will find my way back outside later on. I am halfway done on organizing the extra bedroom (when you can see the bed) /storage room. Only so many grandkids can fit on the couches. While going through my sons old school papers, and lots of other items that have found their way into the storage black hole, I came across two folded up, and hidden report cards from 2003, and a check that my ex-husband wrote for school pictures that same year. I know Ryan is 24, working and on his own, but I told him he was on restriction. I also left a message for my ex saying he could write off that check now. The mystery of the missing class pictures has been solved. I reminded Ryan of the missing egg he was supposed to babysit for a class project one year. After a short time that case was solved too. The backpack had to be thrown out however. Tidbit had an anxious moment this morning. We came out the front door and she immediately noticed two black balls of fur on the ground. The balls were black and ginger colored, but didnt move or anything. We both cautiously edged towards them, and then Tidbit stuck her nose right in the middle of one. When it didnt move, I kneeled down to look closer. I had wondered what had happened to Tidbits stuffed squirrel that had been mercilessly shredded by my husband the mad lawn mowing machine. Apparently the birds or squirrels had gathered the pieces, added twigs and such and made nests. Little feathers were stuck inside the hollowed out parts. They sort of reminded me of The Cole Slaw dolls I saw on GMA years ago that a clever crafter created to contrast with Cabbage Patch Dolls. The Cabbage Patch Dolls or something like them were shredded and put in plastic boxes. You would see an eye or nose along with all the shredded stuffing. I thought it was pretty funny, but my sense of humor is warped. I dont think they ever made it to store shelves. Tidbit kept going back to the shredded stuffed squirrel nests throughout the day. It is sort of like me when I go back and look at the shredded remains of my mosquito lantern, bug spray, and the leg of a plastic lawn chair all victims of the mad lawn mowing machine. Pretty soon my husband wont need to mow. Like I said, thank goodness for Fall! To each new days adventure, Shelby Please send your comments or ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com
will learn about the resources and services the library offers while meeting other homeschooled families. Crafternoons return A fall crafternoon will be offered on Sept. 27 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Charlotte Hall and Lexington Park. Children ages 4-12 can drop in and complete an All About Me craft. Supplies will be furnished. Poets can share poetry or come and listen A Poetry Open Mic will be held at Leonardtown Library on Sept. 28 at 6:30 p.m. Poets of all ages can share a favorite poem or one they have written or just come and listen. No sign-up is necessary. College library cards available There is still time for community members to apply for a library card from College of Southern Maryland and St. Marys College at any branch. The branches are issuing the cards through Sept. 24 as part of a partnership with the colleges. Art contest under way for Teens Teens have until Oct. 15 to submit artwork at any branch for the Teen Express Yourself Art Contest. The artwork must be flat, no larger than 8 x 11 and original. It can be pencil, paint, photography, or even computer generated. A winner from each branch will be announced at the Gallery Showcase on Oct. 24 at Lexington Park. Full details can be found at the libraries or on the Teen Programs webpage.
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Teleconferencing now possible at Lexington Park Teleconferencing is now possible in Lexington Parks meeting rooms as a result of a federal grant for $89,000 awarded the library to upgrade the audio/video equipment. Other upgrades include a HD projection system with oversized screens, integrated AV controls, and microphone options. The rooms can be used by nonprofits free of charge or by businesses for a fee. Children can create tornadoes and more Children ages 7-12 will have fun creating tornadoes, rainbows and more while learning about weather at the Wacky Weather program scheduled this Friday, Sept. 23 at each branch. Two sessions are being offered at each branch. Children can register for either the 10:30 a.m. or 2 p.m. session. The program is free. Workshop planned for homeschooled families A workshop for homeschooled families will be held at Charlotte Hall on Sept. 26 at 10 a.m. and at Leonardtown on Sept. 27 at 2 p.m. Students and their parents
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AmeriCorps Position Available! Serve approximately 20 - 25 hours per week and receive $5,900 paid out in bi-weekly installments throughout the program year. AmeriCorps members directly serve in their community. Position requires that the member serve with St. Marys County Dept. of Agings nutrition program and complete additional AmeriCorps requirements. Member will serve lunch to seniors residing in a local senior housing facility in Leonardtown and assist with the Meals on Wheels program. Hours are flexible, generally, M - F, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Upon successful completion of the program year member will receive an education award of $2,675. For additional information about the position please contact Alice Allen at 301-4754200, Ext. 1063. For additional information about AmeriCorps position requirements please contact Michelle Bard at 410-535-0817. Barn Party at the St. Marys County Fairgrounds Kick off the autumn season with an old fashion barn party at the St. Marys County Fairgrounds planned by the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Friday, October 7 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Enjoy country music and food in a country setting. Tap your feet while listening to live country music by Billy Hill and Friends, twirl your partner around the dance floor, and enjoy a barbeque chicken meal. Ticket price is $8. Tickets are available in advance at all senior activity center locations. For more information, call 301.475.4200, ext. 1050.
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Garvey Center Collecting Handbags for Swap Swap your handbag out for a better one its a lot of fun! The Garvey Senior Activity Center is accepting gently used handbags though September 23. Handbags should be in good condition staff will inspect the bags. Receive a ticket for each bag donated and then shop for a new bag on September 28 from 10 a.m. until noon. For more information, call 301.475.4200, ext. 1050. Latin Line Dance Instructor, Linda Miller, will teach Latin style line dance at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Fridays, September 30 Dec 2 from 9:30 10:30 a.m. (no class November 11 & 25). Linda has been dancing and teaching dance for over forty years and has taught dance in St. Marys County for over five years. The dances she teaches include Meringue, Rumba. Salsa, Hustle, Tango, Cha Cha, and Samba. The fee for this 8 week session is $40, make checks payable to Linda Miller. For more information, call 301.475.4200, ext. 1050. Northern Center Yard Sale The Northern Senior Activity Center Council will be holding a Yard Sale open to the public on Friday, October 14, from 1-4:30 p.m. and Saturday, October 15, beginning at 6:30 a.m. (rain/shine) at the Northern Senior Activity Center in Charlotte Hall. Proceeds will benefit the Northern Senior Activity Center. Donations (no clothes please), they can be dropped off Friday, October 14 between 8 and 10 a.m. at the Center. For further information call Pat Myers 301-884-8714.
Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-737-5670, ext. 1652; Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301.475.4200, ext. 1050; Northern Senior Activity Center, 301.475.4002, ext. 1001; Ridge Nutrition Site, 301.475.4200, ext. 1050.
Visit the Department of Agings website at www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information.
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By Ronald N. Guy Jr. Contributing Writer Last year, like so many parents before and inevitably after me, I had the pleasure of two extended stays at Childrens Hospital in Washington, D.C. Most parents at least experience a worried and white-knuckled trip to the Childrens E.R.; the lucky few get to stay awhile. Its a great place I mean thatI feel compelled to say so because I recognize its often hard to tell where the sarcasm ends and the truth begins. The staff is incredible, the doctors are tireless and the joint from the decorum to the activities and 24/7 in-room kid-friendly network - is simply amazing. Collectively its a facility completely committed to its primary mission: comforting and treating sick children. Still, its a hospital. Its the last place a parent wants their child. And a few weeks of foldout couches, lukewarm showers, cafeteria fare and endless middle-of-the-night doctors visits can take a toll on you. Whats worse, of course, is waking up every morning to your sick child lying in a hospital bed attached to as many wires as an HD T.V. In that semi-delirious moment it hits you again, just like it had the day before: its not a bad dream, its reality and you have to deal with it. Fortunately my familys adventure had a reasonably happy ending. Self-pity certainly wasnt a problem (Childrens hospitals are an effective antidote). During our second stay, the room had a birds-eye view of the hospitals helicopter pad. Whether I wanted to or not (and I didnt), I was acutely aware of every departure and arrival. It left me with only my imagination to consider the terrible circumstances surrounding the helicopters dispatch. Certainly some parent, similar to me, was instantly dealing with something far worse than I was. In another very poignant moment, your weary (or so he thought) sports guy, nearly two weeks deep into his stay, entered an elevator where two women were talking openly. It was impossible not to ascertain that this wasnt their first meeting. As the elevator arrived at one of the their destinations, the other asked, how long have you been here now? As the doors opened she turned back in mid-stride and answered, 12 weekshopefully only a couple more to go. In that moment I, only two weeks in, was the closest I hope to ever be to the feeling Lou Gehrig had when he famously said, Today, I consider myself the luckiest man on the face of the earth. Like I said, parental self-pity is fleeting in a childrens hospital. A hospital seemed an odd place to intersect with my beloved world of sports, but meet we did. Such has been my relationship with sports. Unlike many things in life, it has always been there and has rarely let me down; this challenging period was no different. During our stays, we were fortunate to catch visits from Nationals third baseman Ryan Zimmerman and then-closer Matt Capps and D.C. native and Miami Dolphins cornerback Vontae Davis. All three gentlemen couldnt have been more gracious. Watching each patiently paint, draw, sign autographs and interact with sick kids was the antithesis of the sensationalized media profile of pro-athletes. The propaganda were fed portrays them as self-absorbed, spoiled, disconnected millionaires who have little concern for the plight of the average family. Like most broad brushstrokes, theres truth in that accusation. However, there are plenty of exceptions to the after-hours brawls, mindless tweets, violent acts against women, steroid use and general debauchery that dominants the sports news fans are force-fed. I met three such exceptions. Like white knights they took time out of their schedules to give back their communities and produced smiles (from children and parents) where few existed and many were needed. They did so likely knowing that their acts wouldnt be publicized. To my knowledge, they werent. The darks acts of the few often overwhelm the good acts of the many. In these moments, with our confidence in human nature wavering, its important to remember the positive work being done. Of course it helps the resolve when the acts of kindness are received personally and when you need them most. Send comments to rguyjoon@yahoo.com
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First of all, let me apologize to all of my friends and associates who have seen the picture and heard the story. I know, I know, I can really go on when Im excited about something; but please, bear with me. This is significant! You may recall that in my article two weeks ago, I announced that I was headed to Cape Charles to fish the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel and other prime locations in the vicinity. I did that, and have since returned. What a trip! My Bucket List Fish fishing buddy, Richard, and I left the County and headed that way on Monday, September 12, and arrived in time to fish the afternoon and evening. We also fished September 13 through 15, before heading back on September 16. Richard and I have made this trip a few times, so we always expect too much wind on at least one day, and sometimes more. This time, we got to fish every day. Our primary target on this trip was flounder. We managed to find keeper flounder on one day of the four day venture. Five keepers were caught and the biggest was 23 inches, none of which were caught by me. We caught sand sharks, bluefish, croakers, and toadfish really big, mega oyster toads in addition to the flounder. Five big flounder and a few decent bluefish were all we needed to call this trip a success. After all, at least one good flounder meal when we got back home validated the time and expense. We normally fish for flounder with a 2-ounce bucktail and a small spinning rod. We dress the bucktail with a small strip of cut bait or one of the new fancy Berkley Gulp artificial baits. I use a medium weight, fast action 7 St Croix Triumph rod with a Shimano Stradic Ci4 3000 reel, spooled with 15 pound test Power Pro line. So, you can imagine my surprise on Thursday when I hooked something that took off for the other side of the Bay. Thankfully, my drag was set correctly as I fought the fish. Not knowing what it was, I was surprised to see a really big, copper colored fish flash by the boat at the end of my line. I told my buddy that we were going to need the big net for this one. Twenty minutes later he netted my 48 Red Drum. Chaos ensued! He couldnt lift the fish into the boat.
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It took both of us. In the boat, the fish was very well behaved, which is a good thing because we were panicked! How would we get it out of the net? How would we get the hook out of its mouth? Where was the tape measure that could measure something this big? Where were the fish-handling gloves (Fish-Off Gloves)? How would I pick up something this heavy for a picture? (Richard had to help.) Thankfully, we managed to solve all these problems and relaxed as we released the fish to swim again. Red Drum cannot be kept unless they are more than 18 and less than 26 in Virginia waters. Similar restrictions apply in Maryland. I didnt care if it didnt provide a meal. I had the picture and the experience, and I was happy! I can now scratch Catch a Big Red Drum off my bucket list or can I? Maybe Ill just change the entry to Catch a Bigger Red Drum! Meanwhile local fishing hasnt been bad in spite of the bad weather and awesome influx of freshwater in the Bay. Stripers are biting big time! This weeks cold snap should cause the Spanish mackerel to move on. Flounder have been caught at the south end of the County. Bluefish, croakers, white perch, spot and speckled trout are also out there to be caught. Dont forget to take a picture of your catch and send it to me with a report at the email address below. riverdancekeith@gmail.com. Keith has been a recreational angler on the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries for over 50 years; he fishes weekly from his small boat during the season, and spends his free time supporting local conservation organizations.
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