In an attempt to raise awareness about the unrecognized efforts of U.S. teachers, police officers, veterans and volunteers, New York congressman Peter King decided to rip Michael Jackson apart in his latest YouTube video. King takes a swift jab at society for putting Jackson on a pedestal, calling the singer a "low life" and "child molester."
"There is nothing good about this guy. He may have been a good singer and did some dancing, but the bottom line is would you let your child or grandchild be in the same room as Michael Jackson?" King said.
DelMarVa's Premier Source for News, Opinion, Analysis, and Human Interest Contact Publisher Joe Albero at alberobutzo@wmconnect.com or 410-430-5349
Monday, July 06, 2009
7 US Troops Killed In Afghanistan
KABUL (July 6) - Bombs and bullets killed seven American troops on Monday, the deadliest day for U.S. forces in Afghanistan in nearly a year — and a sign that the war being fought in the Taliban heartland of the south and east could now be expanding north.
Separately, Taliban militants claimed on a militant Web site that they were holding an American soldier whom the U.S. military says insurgents might have captured last week. The Taliban statement, however, did not include any proof, such as a picture or the soldier's name.
Four of the deaths Monday came in an attack on a team of U.S. military trainers in the relatively peaceful north, bringing into focus the question of whether the U.S. is committing enough troops to secure a country larger than Iraq in both population and land mass.
GO HERE to read more.
Separately, Taliban militants claimed on a militant Web site that they were holding an American soldier whom the U.S. military says insurgents might have captured last week. The Taliban statement, however, did not include any proof, such as a picture or the soldier's name.
Four of the deaths Monday came in an attack on a team of U.S. military trainers in the relatively peaceful north, bringing into focus the question of whether the U.S. is committing enough troops to secure a country larger than Iraq in both population and land mass.
GO HERE to read more.
Wicomico County Sheriff's Office Press Release
Incident: Child Neglect
Date of Incident: 2 July 2009
Location: 1000 block of Beaglin Park Drive, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Amadou NMN Samb, 39, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 2 July 2009 at 3:22 PM, a deputy responded to an apartment building in the 1000 block of Beaglin Park Drive for the report of two young children left home alone. Upon the deputy’s arrival, it was discovered that the building maintenance man had knocked on the door to one of the apartments and discovered a five and three year old home alone. During the ensuing investigation, the deputy discovered the children’s father had left the residence earlier in the afternoon, well aware that the two children were going to be by themselves. The parents of the children returned home while the deputy was present.
The father, Amadou Samb, was arrested by the deputy and transported to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Samb was detained in the Detention Center in lieu of $10,000.00 bond.
Charges:
Confining Unattended Child (2 counts)
Reckless Endangerment (2 counts)
Jackson's Mom Loses Control Of Estate
A judge said Monday that Michael Jackson's longtime attorney and a family friend should take over the pop singer's estate for now, rejecting a request from Jackson's mother to be put in charge.
Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff backed attorney John Branca and music executive John McClain, who had been designated in Jackson's 2002 will as the people he wanted to administer his estate. Attorneys for the pop singer's mother repeatedly objected to their appointment at Monday's court hearing.
Jackson died June 25, deeply in debt. But a court filing estimates that his estate will be worth more than $500 million. His assets are destined for a private trust.
The singer's mother, Katherine Jackson, had applied to oversee her son's estate, but that was before the will surfaced. Her attorney, Burt Levitch, expressed concerns about McClain and Branca's financial leadership.
Levitch told Beckloff that Branca had previously been removed from financial positions of authority by Jackson. Branca's attorney says he was rehired by Jackson on June 17, days before Jackson's death.
Teddy Bears Found Stuffed With $33 Million In Heroin
The teddy bears may have looked cuddly and sweet, but what cops found stuffed inside was a bitter pill to swallow. Drug Enforcement Administration officials busted a crew of drug dealers who were smuggling heroin using the popular Build-A-Bear toys. The drug bust at an apartment in the Bronx in New York City turned up a bunch of the toys stuffed with about 33 pounds of heroin. The drugs, marked with names like Swine Flu, Crime 360 and Barack Obama, were valued at about $33 million.
Twelve people were arrested after a three-month invesigation. The drug dealers had stuffed square-inch dime bags of heroin in the bears so they could be transported without being detected. Neighbors who lived in the building expressed surprise that the apartment was being used for drugs.
GO HERE to read more.
Disney Investigates Fatal Monorail Crash
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (July 6) - Officials at Walt Disney World Resort were investigating what caused the first fatal accident in the 38-year history of the park's Monorail, a one-time symbol of founder Walt Disney's vision for future transportation.
One of the monorail trains crashed into another early Sunday in the park's Magic Kingdom section, killing one of the train's operators, emergency officials said.
GO HERE to read more.
Salisbury Police Department Press Releases
On July 1, 2009 at approximately 11:07 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police received a call to respond to the Royal Farms Store on South Division St. for the report of an armed robbery. Upon arrival the officers met with a store employee who advised that he had been robbed at gunpoint by a single suspect. The employee advised that the suspect had entered the store and produced the handgun moving toward the cash register area. The suspect emptied the cash register then fled from the store on foot. Deputies of the Wicomico County Sheriffs Office observed a suspicious vehicle in the area of the store and stopped the vehicle. Upon stopping the vehicle the deputies found that the driver matched the suspect description. The suspect was positively identified as the suspect that robbed the store. The Salisbury Police were also assisted by the Maryland State Police in this robbery. The stolen property was recovered.
ARRESTED: Justin Christopher Bryant, 19 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES:
Armed robbery
First degree assault
Use of a handgun in the commission of a felony
Second degree assault
Theft (under $ 500)
Reckless endangerment
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200900023097
On July 1, 2009 at approximately 11:54 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police received a call to respond to the Hardees Restaurant on South Salisbury Boulevard for the report of a robbery. Upon arrival the officers met with an employee who advised that he had been robbed at gunpoint by a suspect in a vehicle as the employee operated the drive through window. The employee advised that the suspect had produced a handgun and demanded the cash drawer from the cash register. A witness provided a description of a suspect vehicle which was located and stopped on South Division Street. The investigation of this incident revealed that the Hardees employee, the below listed suspect, was a willing participant in the theft of U.S. Currency from the restaurant with the suspect in the vehicle. The suspect in the vehicle has been identified and arrest warrants by the Salisbury Police are pending.
ARRESTED: Mark Olander McCullegan, 18 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES:
Theft (under $ 500)
Conspiracy to commit theft
Obstructing and hindering
False Statement
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200900023101
SALISBURY POLICE OFFICERS RECEIVE AWARDS
Salisbury Mayor James Ireton, Jr., is pleased to announce that five police officers from the Salisbury Police Department have recently won awards in recognition of their contributions to the Salisbury community.
Officer Kenneth D. Wilson received the Maryland Municipal League (MML) Police Executive Association’s 21st annual “TOP COP” award. The award was presented to Officer Wilson by Governor Martin O’Malley, along with Maryland Attorney General Douglas Gansler, at the Maryland Municipal Police Executives Association meeting in Ocean City on June 30, 2009. Officer Wilson was selected as the “2009 Municipal TOP COP” in recognition of his dedication and commitment to serving the citizens of Salisbury.
Four Salisbury Police officers received Wicomico EXILE Achievement Awards – Corporal Jason King, Detective Dan Parsons, Officer Troy Underwood and Officer Chad Crockett. The awards were presented to these officers by United States Attorney Rod J. Rosenstein and Asst. Special Agent in Charge David McCain of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives at a formal ceremony in Salisbury on June 30, 2009. These officers were selected to receive this award in recognition of their valuable contributions to the Wicomico EXILE gun crime program. Wicomico EXILE is a joint effort by local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, with the assistance of community activists, educators, and civic and faith-based organizations, to combat gun crime. “I am grateful to these officers for working with federal and state authorities to remove dangerous criminals from the streets of Salisbury,” said U.S. Attorney Rosenstein.
Mayor Ireton said, “I, on behalf of our citizens, thank these officers for their service to Salisbury. It is important to recognize these public servants for their dedication. The City Council and I will recognize these officers at the July 13th Council meeting, and I encourage the public to join us.”
“I would like to thank MML for this very prestigious award that recognizes the hard work of another Salisbury Police Officer,” said Salisbury Police Chief Allan Webster. “This is the second time that MML has recognized an officer from our department. Officer Ken Wilson is just one of many fine Police Officers that serve the citizens of Salisbury.”
Chief Webster continued, “My appreciation goes out to all of the officers who were recognized by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Exile Program. This was a team effort and paid off with additional sentences for those convicted of weapons violations. This program is another example of the cooperation between law enforcement, the Wicomico States Attorney’s Office, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office. All of the officers, attorneys, corrections, and parole and probation personnel have made a major contribution to making Salisbury a better community.”
LLLLLet's Get RRRRReady To RRRRRummmmble!
Here we go again Folks. Fernando Guerrero will be going into the ring in just a few more days at the Fitzgerald Casino in Tunica MS. against an unbelievable fighter called Antwan Echols. He has fought for World Championships and has even fought Bernard Hopkins twice!
Antwan has a record of 31-11, 27 by way of KNOCK OUT! He has also had 4 draws. For any local fans who'd like to watch the fight locally you can do so right on your computer by going to http://www.prizefightpd.com/ and pay only $4.95 to see the fight live.
I'm sure everyone will wish Fernando well as he is going up against tougher opponents each and every time. Bring us back a KO Fernando!
The fight will happen July 18, 2009.
A Loyal SBYNews Reader Sends In This Message About Cash For Clunkers
This is not a commercial and I am not getting any compensation for sending this information. It is a result of my personal experience during the last several days that I wish to pass on to others. I have been in the market for a new Prius and I requested quotes under the Cash For Clunkers program using Toyota's website. My current car qualifies for the $4500 Government credit and the Kelly Blue Book trade-in value is only $1500. The Clunker Program provided me the opportunity for an additional $3500 in net savings.
What I learned was that all the dealers but one who responded (about 5) told me that they could not give a Clunker credit until the Program details were finalized. The anticipated date for this is July 24th (30 days following Obama's signature). Pohanka's response to me was that they were honoring the Clunker credit off program as of July 1. I picked up my sales contract today reflecting a $4500 "trade-in" value. This program is not limited to Toyota and I was told is honored now at all of Pohanka dealerships on Delmarva and the Washington D.C. area. It is in effect at Pohanka NOW. Their Internet sales person is Meghan Fitzgerald and her email address is below.
I realized an additional savings by choosing SECU's (http://www.secumd.org/) new auto loan rate of 4.74% vs. the 4.99% Pohanka quoted me.
mfitzgerald@pohankaofsalisbury.com
PROGRAM SUMMARY
President Obama signed the law into effect on 6/24/09. The details of the law are still being worked out by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration. A few of the guidelines for the program have been laid out. Your “clunker” is worth as much as $4500 under the program. The program is slated to be in effect no later than 7/23/09 at most participating dealers. It is in effect at Pohanka now.
Provide us information on the vehicle you are driving, the vehicle you are interested in, and your contact information. A trained specialist will let you know if you qualify for the incentive and direct you to the appropriate dealership.
Here are a couple of the general guidelines for the program
§ Your vehicle must be less than 25 years old on the trade-in date
§ Only purchase or lease (5 years) of new vehicles qualify
§ Generally, trade-in vehicles must get 18 or less MPG
§ Trade-in vehicles must be registered and insured continuously for the full year preceding the trade-in
§ Dealers will apply a credit at purchase. Vouchers are not needed
§ Program runs through Nov 1, 2009 or when the funds are exhausted (1 Billion Dollars) whichever comes first.
What I learned was that all the dealers but one who responded (about 5) told me that they could not give a Clunker credit until the Program details were finalized. The anticipated date for this is July 24th (30 days following Obama's signature). Pohanka's response to me was that they were honoring the Clunker credit off program as of July 1. I picked up my sales contract today reflecting a $4500 "trade-in" value. This program is not limited to Toyota and I was told is honored now at all of Pohanka dealerships on Delmarva and the Washington D.C. area. It is in effect at Pohanka NOW. Their Internet sales person is Meghan Fitzgerald and her email address is below.
I realized an additional savings by choosing SECU's (http://www.secumd.org/) new auto loan rate of 4.74% vs. the 4.99% Pohanka quoted me.
mfitzgerald@pohankaofsalisbury.com
PROGRAM SUMMARY
President Obama signed the law into effect on 6/24/09. The details of the law are still being worked out by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration. A few of the guidelines for the program have been laid out. Your “clunker” is worth as much as $4500 under the program. The program is slated to be in effect no later than 7/23/09 at most participating dealers. It is in effect at Pohanka now.
Provide us information on the vehicle you are driving, the vehicle you are interested in, and your contact information. A trained specialist will let you know if you qualify for the incentive and direct you to the appropriate dealership.
Here are a couple of the general guidelines for the program
§ Your vehicle must be less than 25 years old on the trade-in date
§ Only purchase or lease (5 years) of new vehicles qualify
§ Generally, trade-in vehicles must get 18 or less MPG
§ Trade-in vehicles must be registered and insured continuously for the full year preceding the trade-in
§ Dealers will apply a credit at purchase. Vouchers are not needed
§ Program runs through Nov 1, 2009 or when the funds are exhausted (1 Billion Dollars) whichever comes first.
SPD Press Releases That Just Popped Up From Last Month?
On June 8, 2009 at approximately 11:30 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police were in the area of the Royal Farm Store on South Division Street and observed two (2) subjects flee out of the front door and to the rear of the business. The officer, and responding officers pursued the suspects without success. A contact with the business revealed that the two (2) subjects had robbed the business by firearm just prior to the arrival of the officer. Employees of the Royal Farm Store advised that the two (2) suspects had entered the business and had produced firearms. The suspects ordered the store employees to place the U.S. Currency from the cash register into a bag and then fled from the business. There were no injuries. During the pursuit of the suspects, the officers found and recovered the two (2) firearms, clothing utilized by the suspects and the U.S. Currency taken from the store. The suspects were described as:
1. Black male, 5’07 to 5’08”, thin, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, and a black facial mask
2. Black male, 6’02” to 6’03”, thin, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, and a blue bandanna over his face
One of the clothing items recovered during the pursuit of the suspects was a black hooded sweatshirt with the name “Alexander IV” on the front in white lettering and additional writing on the rear of the sweatshirt. See attached photographs of the sweatshirt.
The Salisbury Police is asking anyone with information concerning these two (2) suspects, or with information regarding the recovered hooded sweatshirt to call the Salisbury Police at 410-548-3165 or to contact Crime Solvers at 410-548-1776. Information may be provided anonymously. CC # 200900020045
Wilson Junior Dormer, 50yoa of Salisbury, MD was arrested for 2nd Degree Assault, Wear and Carry a Handgun, Possession of Firearm by Convicted Felon, Possession of Marihuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On June 11, 2009 officers from the Salisbury Police Department responded to the area of Baptist St and E Market St in reference to an assault. Officers met with a victim and witness. It was determined that an altercation occurred between Dormer and the victim resulting in injuries to the victim. The victim was later transported to PRMC/ER for treatment. A description of the suspect was obtained and broadcast to other responding officers. The suspect was located on Mill St near U.S. Rt 50 along with a second subject, identified as Roderick Raphael Gordon, 33yoa of Salisbury, MD. Both subjects were stopped and advised of the incident that was being investigated. Wanted checks were conducted on both subjects. Gordon was wanted on an outstanding bench warrant from Somerset County, MD for Failure to Appear and Dorman was wanted in Minnesota for an unspecified crime. The witness was transported to the scene where the witness made a positive identification of Dormer being involved in the assault of the victim. Search of Dorman incident to his arrest found a loaded .357 magnum caliber handgun in his backpack as well as a quantity of ammunition. A quantity of suspected marihuana and a smoking device were also located on Dormer. Dormer and Gordon were both released to the custody of Central Booking.
On June 8, 2009 at approximately 9:02 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police arrested the below listed suspect on an outstanding warrant obtained by Detectives from the Wicomico Co. Child Advocacy Center. The investigation of the suspect revealed that between October of 2007 and April of 2009 the suspect sexually assaulted a female juvenile at various locations within Wicomico County. The suspect was known to the victim’s family.
ARRESTED: Frank Sarafino Catapano, 49 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES:
Third degree sex offense (4 counts)
Fourth degree sex offense (4 counts)
Sex abuse of a minor (4 counts)
Second degree assault (4 counts)
Contribute to condition of a minor
Second degree child abuse – custody
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200900019138/200900020032
Bogus Alarm Company Representatives Going Door-To-Door
This just in from a viewer.
SALISBURY — Alarm Engineering Inc. is warning people of reports of fake alarm salespeople who have allegedly been going door-to-door.
Some have allegedly implied or led customers to believe they are from Alarm Engineering and/or GE Security, and are visiting customer's homes to install their "free alarm system upgrade."
These people do not work for either company.
Still, the alleged scammers have attempted to get customers to sign contracts and reveal account passwords, ID numbers, and social security numbers.
Alarm Engineering has found that the company these people work for is not licensed in his jurisdiction.
Law enforcement officials are asking anyone who may have come in contact with these people to call them immediately.
Also, do not give them any personal information. Ask for credentials and identification.
For more information, call your local Alarm Engineering office.
Traffic Alert
Pavement & Rehabilitation Project in Newark
Funded by the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act
Newark -- The Department of Transportation (DelDOT) announces that motorists will encounter daytime lane closures beginning on Monday, July 13 and ending mid-September for the repaving of three roadways in Newark. These closures will occur from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Weekends may be used as a make up day. This project is funded through President Obama's landmark American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA). This project and other ARRA projects are revitalizing Delaware's economy by preserving and creating jobs.
This pavement and rehabilitation project will impact these locations:
Monday, July 13 through Friday, August 14
* Main Street in Newark from railroad crossing tracks to the Maryland state line
* New London Road from Covered Bridge Lane to the Maryland state line
This project will also include Americans with Disabilities Act curb ramps, pedestrian signalization, and loop detection replacement at the following intersection:
*Route 273/Nottingham Road at Casho Mill Road/Delren Drive
No work will be permitted to conflict with the following City of Newark events:
*Food & Brew Festival on Saturday, July 25
*Firemen's Convention & Parade on Saturday, August 1
After this work is completed, the contractor will begin milling and paving at Greenbank Road from Old Capitol Trail to Route 41.
Motorists are advised to use caution and expect lane shifts.
A-Del Construction Company submitted a bid of $1,040,112.55, the lowest of six bids received. Construction is expected to be completed within 60 calendar days, pending weather.
Pavement & Rehabilitation Project Route 20/Hardscrabble Road
Funded by the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act
Seaford -- The Department of Transportation (DelDOT) announces that American Infrastructure-MD Inc., will begin a pavement and rehabilitation project on Route 20/Hardscrabble Road from Kaye Road to East Trap Pond Road in Seaford beginning on Monday, July 13. Motorists can expect delays and lane closures from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Saturday work hours may also occur to make up time for inclement weather or other delays. Construction is expected to be completed within 45 calendar days, pending weather. The contractor submitted a bid of $1.4 million, the lowest of six bids received.
This project is funded through President Obama's landmark American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA). This project and other ARRA projects are revitalizing Delaware's economy by preserving and creating jobs.
On February 17, 2009, President Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. This legislation provides over $140.9 million for Delaware's transportation infrastructure. It will stimulate Delaware's economy by creating or supporting transportation-related jobs and making long-term improvements to our roads, bridges, and transit systems.
Obama II vs. Obama I
by Victor Davis Hanson
NRO’s The Corner
I don't think it has occurred to the divine ones that the administration now is at odds with the sort of ideology and attitudes Obama himself espoused on the campaign trail.
They call for patience and for confidence in Iraq — and not, in prior Obama-like fashion, dismiss our chances while demanding a strict and rather rapid timetable to get out.
They ask for understanding about renditions, tribunals, Guantanamo, intercepts, wiretaps, and Predator missile attacks as complex issues — and not, in prior Obama-like fashion, dismiss these necessary tools as Constitution-shredding authoritarianism.
They ask for patience on jobs — and not, in prior Obama-like fashion, pontificate about a "jobless recovery" when jobs and growth were far better.
They reassure us that missile defense is insurance against North Korean lunacy — and not, in prior Obama-like fashion, dismiss such investment as needless militaristic provocation.
They ask for latitude about the definition of what is a tax, what defines unemployment, and how we calibrate deficits — and not, in prior Obama-like fashion, blast obfuscation while promising "transparency."
They reassure that their planted questions, the favoritism shown some journalists, the refusal to release White House visit logs, and the arbitrary firing of inconvenient auditors are nothing new — and not, in prior Obama-like fashion, charge government intimidation and suppression of thought.
They ignore corruption in the Democratic-controlled Congress, cater to lobbyists, are not bothered by the tax improprieties of their major cabinet appointments — and do not, in prior Obama-like fashion, demand an end to executive malfeasance.
I know this is old-story politics, but two things are different. One, never has the gap between pre-presidential and in-office behavior been so wide (heaven and earth really are quite distant), and, two, the past promises of utopia have so conditioned a mesmerized media that they don't realize their own complacency in allowing an administration to use whatever means they chose for professedly exalted ends.
This is a strange time, when we are borrowing into oblivion, redefining 60 years of bilateral foreign policy, embarking on unproven — but costly — environmentalism, nationalizing industry and health care, and gleefully establishing a veritable state-sanctioned, pro-government media on the lines Americans used to be terrified about.
In response, as I read between the lines, conservatives are told by the Obamans something to the effect, "Forget our prior demagoguery, aren't you at least happy we backtracked and are now adopting some of your war-on-terror positions we used to trash?", while liberals are supposed to be happy with something like, "Just forget all that stuff about ethics, transparency, and anti-lobbying/influence; we're in power now and will do anything necessary to fulfill your agenda."
There will be a backlash to all this, and one of unprecedented fury.
NRO’s The Corner
I don't think it has occurred to the divine ones that the administration now is at odds with the sort of ideology and attitudes Obama himself espoused on the campaign trail.
They call for patience and for confidence in Iraq — and not, in prior Obama-like fashion, dismiss our chances while demanding a strict and rather rapid timetable to get out.
They ask for understanding about renditions, tribunals, Guantanamo, intercepts, wiretaps, and Predator missile attacks as complex issues — and not, in prior Obama-like fashion, dismiss these necessary tools as Constitution-shredding authoritarianism.
They ask for patience on jobs — and not, in prior Obama-like fashion, pontificate about a "jobless recovery" when jobs and growth were far better.
They reassure us that missile defense is insurance against North Korean lunacy — and not, in prior Obama-like fashion, dismiss such investment as needless militaristic provocation.
They ask for latitude about the definition of what is a tax, what defines unemployment, and how we calibrate deficits — and not, in prior Obama-like fashion, blast obfuscation while promising "transparency."
They reassure that their planted questions, the favoritism shown some journalists, the refusal to release White House visit logs, and the arbitrary firing of inconvenient auditors are nothing new — and not, in prior Obama-like fashion, charge government intimidation and suppression of thought.
They ignore corruption in the Democratic-controlled Congress, cater to lobbyists, are not bothered by the tax improprieties of their major cabinet appointments — and do not, in prior Obama-like fashion, demand an end to executive malfeasance.
I know this is old-story politics, but two things are different. One, never has the gap between pre-presidential and in-office behavior been so wide (heaven and earth really are quite distant), and, two, the past promises of utopia have so conditioned a mesmerized media that they don't realize their own complacency in allowing an administration to use whatever means they chose for professedly exalted ends.
This is a strange time, when we are borrowing into oblivion, redefining 60 years of bilateral foreign policy, embarking on unproven — but costly — environmentalism, nationalizing industry and health care, and gleefully establishing a veritable state-sanctioned, pro-government media on the lines Americans used to be terrified about.
In response, as I read between the lines, conservatives are told by the Obamans something to the effect, "Forget our prior demagoguery, aren't you at least happy we backtracked and are now adopting some of your war-on-terror positions we used to trash?", while liberals are supposed to be happy with something like, "Just forget all that stuff about ethics, transparency, and anti-lobbying/influence; we're in power now and will do anything necessary to fulfill your agenda."
There will be a backlash to all this, and one of unprecedented fury.
Wicomico County Sheriff's Office Dealing With Evictions?
The Wicomico County Sheriff's Department is so overwhelmed right now it isn't funny. How does one Department handle all those Warrants and then go to 100 homes this month and evict 100 Families. There's just not enough manpower to handle the load.
One thing that seems to be forgotten is the cost of the property owners. Not only have they been out their fair share of rent for at least two months before they can get the eviction, they have mortgages too. So now there are 100 Landlords out at least two months rent and they'll probably have to do extensive work inside these properties to get them rent able once again.
Then there's the Banks that are short their mortgage payments. The Obamanomics is starting to trickle down and just like I have told all of you for many months now, this thing isn't anywhere near over!
We are headed into a deep depression and Obama and his Administration is failing America. I don't want to hear the old, give him more time crap! Paving roads, when Bridges are in disrepair all across America, isn't going to save the economy.
Finally, think about this for a minute. There are 100 Families being thrown out of their homes as we know it right now. Where are 100 Families going to go? Mind you, this is just in Wicomico County! This is NOT good Folks!
Robbery Suspect Sought
Location of Incident: 7-11 2010 Limestone Road, north of Stanton, New Castle, DE
Date and Time of Occurrence: Saturday July 4, 2009 on or about 2350 hours
Suspect(s): White male possibly Hispanic 23-28 years-old, 5'9''-5'10'', 170 lbs, short brown hair, wearing a dark gray sweatshirt hoodie, blue jeans, and white sneakers
Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery which occurred at a Stanton convenience store.
The robbery occurred on Saturday evening July 4th just before midnight when the suspect entered the 7-11 and approached the clerk. The suspect had his hand inside his sweatshirt pocket when the clerk asked the suspect to remove it from the pocket. At that point the suspect pulled out a handgun and struck the victim on the side of the face. The suspect reached over the counter and removed money from the cash drawer before fleeing on foot.
The victim sustained some swelling on the side of the face as a result of the assault.
While troopers were at the scene a pizza delivery driver entered the store and advised he had been robbed on Windemere Lane, which is across from Stanton Middle School and less than a mile for the store. New Castle County Police are investigating that robbery, however, the pizza delivery driver gave a description that was very similar to the suspect involved in the 7-11 robbery.
Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be forwarded to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-333 3 or on line at www.tipsubmit.com.
Date and Time of Occurrence: Saturday July 4, 2009 on or about 2350 hours
Suspect(s): White male possibly Hispanic 23-28 years-old, 5'9''-5'10'', 170 lbs, short brown hair, wearing a dark gray sweatshirt hoodie, blue jeans, and white sneakers
Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery which occurred at a Stanton convenience store.
The robbery occurred on Saturday evening July 4th just before midnight when the suspect entered the 7-11 and approached the clerk. The suspect had his hand inside his sweatshirt pocket when the clerk asked the suspect to remove it from the pocket. At that point the suspect pulled out a handgun and struck the victim on the side of the face. The suspect reached over the counter and removed money from the cash drawer before fleeing on foot.
The victim sustained some swelling on the side of the face as a result of the assault.
While troopers were at the scene a pizza delivery driver entered the store and advised he had been robbed on Windemere Lane, which is across from Stanton Middle School and less than a mile for the store. New Castle County Police are investigating that robbery, however, the pizza delivery driver gave a description that was very similar to the suspect involved in the 7-11 robbery.
Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be forwarded to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-333 3 or on line at www.tipsubmit.com.
CITY TELEPHONE SYSTEM VOICEMAIL NON-OPERATIONAL FOR SELECT DEPARTMENTS
The City of Salisbury’s voicemail system is currently not working for the departments located in the City/County Government Office Building. Those departments include – Mayor’s Office, Community Development, City Clerk, Finance, Human Resources, Procurement/Parking, Building Permits & Inspections, and the Public Works Administration and Engineering Division.
City departments not located in the City/Council Government Office Building have functioning voicemail. These departments include – Police Department, Fire Department, Neighborhood Services & Code Compliance, and all other Public Works Divisions (except Administration and Engineering).
ALL City departments are able to receive and make phone calls; however, callers will not be able to leave a voicemail for the specific departments located in the City/County Government Office Building.
We anticipate the voicemail system to be working by the end of the week.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
AFP Lower Shore Meeting - Tuesday
The Lower Shore chapter of Americans for Prosperity is having a meeting tomorrow evening at 7PM. The meeting will be held at the Greater Salisbury Committee building, 200 W. Main Street, Salisbury.
Park in the parking lot between the Library and the Plaza. You access the building on Camden Street between Channel 47 (WMDT) and the Plaza Gateway building.
If you can, RSVP at 410-251-8884 or americansforprosperitymd@comcast.net
If not, come anyway. Take the opportunity to meet a growing group of people who stand for individual liberty and free markets.
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Tossin Bison Chips
One of the special events held at the 4th of July Party in Willards was a Bison Chip Tossing Contest. The gentleman in the top photo, (in black) threw his sh!t more than 100 feet, blowing away the competition.
Could you just imagine if JR was there, he would have hit the Moon! This was a pretty cool/fun event as many of us put up our $2.00 to throw 3 year old Bison poop. Bob Harris was the biggest contributor, adding more and more money to try to catch up with the winning throw until he simply ran out of dollar bills.
Top 10 Worst States For Personal Freedom
Compiled by the Mercatus Center, a nonprofit public policy research center affiliated with George Mason University, using a wide swath of comparative data to determine personal freedoms, including alcohol and drug laws, asset-forfeiture rules, and education regulations.
1. Maryland
2. Illinois
3. New York
4. Rhode Island
5. Ohio
6. New Jersey
7. Massachusetts
8. Alabama
9. Georgia
10. South Carolina
1. Maryland
2. Illinois
3. New York
4. Rhode Island
5. Ohio
6. New Jersey
7. Massachusetts
8. Alabama
9. Georgia
10. South Carolina
We Served Hundreds Of Hot Dogs!
Bruce Hunter and I served literally hundreds of Hot Dogs for FREE at the 4th of July event in Willards. Boy, once they made the announcement that we were giving away FREE Hot Dogs, a FREE Soft Drink and a FREE bag of Chips, the line was absolutely CRAZY!
For those very special people like Firefighters and Police Officers, well, they got the special Nathan's Hot Dogs. Sam's Club was kind enough to sell me a case of the Hot Dogs they prepare in their food court, (you can't buy them in the store).
So a special thanks goes out to Bruce Hunter from Bruce's Billiards for providing the Hot Dog Cart and supplies for this 4th of July event.
OK Magazine At WalMart
Dear Joe,
Just wanted to share this with you with regard to OK magazine and Walmart. My fiancee and I were on our way to check out and there was that stupid OK magazine with Michael Jackson's dead body on the front. It wasn't at adult level. It was actually on the lower shelves at eye level for small children to see. I immediately grabbed the first magazine and flipped it face over. While I don't believe that we should shield our children from death, it should be at the discretion of the family to make that choice. For Walmart to make such a poor choice was in bad taste. Once we checked out, my fiancee headed over to the front end manager. She was unable to do anything about it. The store manager came over and he expressed his concern to her. She agreed and immediately began removing the magazines from the shelves. I'm hoping that she didn't just remove the magazines to pacify us until we left the store. Hopefully they have been removed and thrown in the dumpster where they belong.
The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office Is Looking For Aggressive Drivers
The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office is joining forces with more than 90 law enforcement agencies to coordinate efforts to target aggressive drivers by participating in the Smooth Operator Program. They will be conducting “waves” of enforcement throughout the summer, the next wave being July 5 through 11.
Avoid being an Aggressive Driver.
Allow more time to get to your destination. It reduces stress automatically
Come to a full stop at red lights and stop signs. Never run yellow lights.
Let other drivers merge with you
Obey posted speed limits.
Don’t ever follow other drivers too closely.
Resist temptation to teach someone “a lesson”
Concentrate on driving, not on cell phones, stereo, passengers or other distractions.
Remember that you can’t control traffic, but you can control yourself driving and your emotions.
If you see an aggressive or dangerous driver Dial #77 on your cell phone or call the Sheriff’s Office directly.
For more information go to www.smoothoperatorprogram.com
Women's Softball Season Heads Down Homestretch
Senkbeil’s Clutch HR Propels Picture Perfect Into First
Women’s Softball Season Heads Down Homestretch with Division Up for Grabs
(Salisbury, MD) On Thursday, July 2, an amazing women's softball season became even more compelling with a dramatic walk-off homerun, two upsets, and first place changing hands yet once again. In the game of the year, Picture Perfect's Kristen Senkbeil hit a clutch 3 run homerun with two outs in the bottom of the 7th to defeat Designer's Edge 11-10. Picture Perfect led 8-7 heading into the 7th but Designer's pushed across three runs to take a 10-8 lead. With two outs in the bottom of the 7th and first place on the line, an easy pop up that would have ended the game fell in between Edge fielders, giving Picture Perfect new life...and that's when Senkbeil stepped to the plate. She crushed a pitch over the right fielder's reach and legged out a homerun in an amazing finish at Harmon field.
The win puts Picture Perfect all alone in a wild divisional race that changed hands twice during the night. Peninsula Printing headed into the night all alone in first but lost two games; the first to Bank of Delmarva, 8-6, and the second to Sharptwon, 8-2. Sharptown is not only playing the role of division spoiler, but the team is getting hot at the right time with 4 straight wins and could be the team that nobody wants to play come playoff time. Monday (July 6) is the final regular season game and will determine final seedings for the league playoffs, which begin Wednesday, July 8. If Thursday was any indication, the playoffs ought to be an exciting time with any team able to emerge as the 2009 champions.
The women’s standings through July 2 are as follows:
Picture Perfect 11-6 Designer's Edge 10-7 Peninsula Printing 10-7 Sharptown 6-10 Bank of Delmarva 5-12
For more information contact Steve Miller at 410-548-4900 ext. 105 or email smiller@wicomicocounty.org.
If you would like to learn about other upcoming programs offered by Wicomico County Recreation, Parks and Tourism sign up for email announcements at www.wicomicorecandparks.org.
Women’s Softball Season Heads Down Homestretch with Division Up for Grabs
(Salisbury, MD) On Thursday, July 2, an amazing women's softball season became even more compelling with a dramatic walk-off homerun, two upsets, and first place changing hands yet once again. In the game of the year, Picture Perfect's Kristen Senkbeil hit a clutch 3 run homerun with two outs in the bottom of the 7th to defeat Designer's Edge 11-10. Picture Perfect led 8-7 heading into the 7th but Designer's pushed across three runs to take a 10-8 lead. With two outs in the bottom of the 7th and first place on the line, an easy pop up that would have ended the game fell in between Edge fielders, giving Picture Perfect new life...and that's when Senkbeil stepped to the plate. She crushed a pitch over the right fielder's reach and legged out a homerun in an amazing finish at Harmon field.
The win puts Picture Perfect all alone in a wild divisional race that changed hands twice during the night. Peninsula Printing headed into the night all alone in first but lost two games; the first to Bank of Delmarva, 8-6, and the second to Sharptwon, 8-2. Sharptown is not only playing the role of division spoiler, but the team is getting hot at the right time with 4 straight wins and could be the team that nobody wants to play come playoff time. Monday (July 6) is the final regular season game and will determine final seedings for the league playoffs, which begin Wednesday, July 8. If Thursday was any indication, the playoffs ought to be an exciting time with any team able to emerge as the 2009 champions.
The women’s standings through July 2 are as follows:
Picture Perfect 11-6 Designer's Edge 10-7 Peninsula Printing 10-7 Sharptown 6-10 Bank of Delmarva 5-12
For more information contact Steve Miller at 410-548-4900 ext. 105 or email smiller@wicomicocounty.org.
If you would like to learn about other upcoming programs offered by Wicomico County Recreation, Parks and Tourism sign up for email announcements at www.wicomicorecandparks.org.
Times Are That Tough
With gold chains hanging around his neck, this individual was sifting through the trash like there was no tomorrow opening bag after bag to see if there was something he could use. Who knows, this trash can was just outside Kuhn's, maybe they throw away gold chains and we're the stupid ones??????
The Salisbury Tea Party
Considering it was the 4th of July, I was amazed at the volume of people that turned out for this event. Hundreds of people came to the GOB sick and tired of where our Government is driving us.
The very peaceful gathering went on for hours while many got to speak their minds and we didn't see a single Goon from the SPD. Mind you, they may have been watching from a window above somewhere but all in all it was a nice gathering of people.
Were you there. Did you want to be there but were out of Town for the Holiday weekend?