Marshall More, owner of Delmarva imports and Brother of David Moore passed away today. While I'll not get into the details, our thoughts and prayers go out to the Moore Family.
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Tuesday, June 08, 2010
Marshall Moore Passes Away
Marshall More, owner of Delmarva imports and Brother of David Moore passed away today. While I'll not get into the details, our thoughts and prayers go out to the Moore Family.
Troopers On Scene Of A Serious Crash In Delmar
Location: U.S. 13, 3.2 miles north of SR 54 Line road in Delmar, Sussex County , DE
Date of Occurrence: Tuesday June 8, 2010 at 5:33 p.m.
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Delaware State Police are on the scene of a serious crash on U.S. 13 north of Delmar
Preliminary investigation indicates that a vehicle was northbound on U.S. 13 when a tire blew out. The 21 year-old driver lost control causing the vehicle to go into a wooded area. A 17 year-old passenger is reported in serious condition. Driver was taken to Peninsula Regional Medical Center. The female passenger was flown to Christiana Hospital near Newark.
Motorists are asked to avoid the area. More information will be released as it becomes available.
Date of Occurrence: Tuesday June 8, 2010 at 5:33 p.m.
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Delaware State Police are on the scene of a serious crash on U.S. 13 north of Delmar
Preliminary investigation indicates that a vehicle was northbound on U.S. 13 when a tire blew out. The 21 year-old driver lost control causing the vehicle to go into a wooded area. A 17 year-old passenger is reported in serious condition. Driver was taken to Peninsula Regional Medical Center. The female passenger was flown to Christiana Hospital near Newark.
Motorists are asked to avoid the area. More information will be released as it becomes available.
Bob Ehrlich For Governor Organizational Meeting - Monday June 14th
Hello Ehrlich Supporters!!!
We will hold our first Bob Ehrlich for Governor Organizational Meeting on Monday Evening June 14th from 7pm to 8pm in the Chamber of Commerce meetingroom located on 144 E Main Street, Salisbury, MD
As you have probably noticed The Ehrlich Campaign has already been very active on the lower shore. Thanks to Ken Nicholas we have erected over (20) 4 X 8 Ehrlich for Governor signs in Wicomico County.
Hundreds of supporters have already signed up to help through the Bob Ehrlich for Governor website. If you haven't signed up or you know someone who wants to help, go to http://www.bobehrlich.com/ and hit the "take action" tab.
If you want to help with this very important election, c ome to our first organizational meeting next Monday evening at 7 pm. Make a difference and have some fun.
Mark McIver
Wicomico County Chair
Subsea Oil Plumes Found 142 Miles From Rig
Crude is moving through Gulf like ash from a volcano, official says
Clouds of oil have been found drifting underwater in the Gulf of Mexico as far as 142 miles from the wrecked Deepwater Horizon drilling rig, government officials said Tuesday.
Clouds of oil have been found drifting underwater in the Gulf of Mexico as far as 142 miles from the wrecked Deepwater Horizon drilling rig, government officials said Tuesday.
At a briefing, Jane Lubchenko, of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), said that tests conducted at three sites by a University of South Florida research vessel confirmed oil as far as 3,300 feet below the surface.
The oil was found 42 miles northeast of the well site and also 142 miles to the southeast.
GO HERE to read more.
Corrective Action Plan For WWTP
Corrective Action Plan on Website
The Corrective Action Plan proposal for the Salisbury Wastewater Treatment Plant produced by Brown and Caldwell is available as a slideshow on the City of Salisbury Website. Citizens will receive an update at the June 14, 2010 Salisbury City Council Meeting. The City Council, Mayor Ireton, Salisbury Public Works and Brown and Caldwell staff will be on hand to answer questions the public may have. The city website is: http://www.ci.salisbury.md.us.
The actual link to the slideshow:
http://www.ci.salisbury.md.us/LinkClick.aspx?link=http%3a%2f%2fwww.ci.salisbury.md.us%2fCityClerk%2fBriefingBook%2fCAP6710.pdf&tabid=36&mid=952
The Corrective Action Plan proposal for the Salisbury Wastewater Treatment Plant produced by Brown and Caldwell is available as a slideshow on the City of Salisbury Website. Citizens will receive an update at the June 14, 2010 Salisbury City Council Meeting. The City Council, Mayor Ireton, Salisbury Public Works and Brown and Caldwell staff will be on hand to answer questions the public may have. The city website is: http://www.ci.salisbury.md.us.
The actual link to the slideshow:
http://www.ci.salisbury.md.us/LinkClick.aspx?link=http%3a%2f%2fwww.ci.salisbury.md.us%2fCityClerk%2fBriefingBook%2fCAP6710.pdf&tabid=36&mid=952
Abandoned Railroad Tracks Removed
Salisbury Public Works, in a joint effort with Norfolk Southern Railroad has removed an abandoned railroad track on North Division St. between Baltimore Ave. & Wilson St., which was completed this morning. Norfolk Southern initially was going to do a repair to the remaining track, however the track was in worse condition than they thought. They are in Harrington, DE getting a new rail which will be repaired before the end of the day, June 8, 2010. Due to this problem, Salisbury Public Works is doubtful in replacing the blacktop today. SPW will fill with stone dust and blacktop this week using one lane traffic for vehicles. When blacktopped this will be a very improved surface with no need for any repair in the near future. SPW is working with Norfolk Southern to make improvements to three additional locations this summer:
Lemmon Hill Lane & Mill Street
Church Street & Railroad Ave
Isabella Street & Railroad Avenue
“The citizens of Salisbury, and all those who travel along N. Division St. welcome this partnership with Norfolk Southern Railroad. Those of us who drive the street daily appreciate the upgrades to the street and the work currently being done to improve the surface.” Mayor Ireton said.
Lemmon Hill Lane & Mill Street
Church Street & Railroad Ave
Isabella Street & Railroad Avenue
“The citizens of Salisbury, and all those who travel along N. Division St. welcome this partnership with Norfolk Southern Railroad. Those of us who drive the street daily appreciate the upgrades to the street and the work currently being done to improve the surface.” Mayor Ireton said.
A Comment Worthy Of A Post
lmclain has left a new comment on your post "Obama Said, "I Would Have Fired BP Chief By Now"":
Democrat or Republican, you cannot escape (nor deny) the fact that Obama has NO EXECUTIVE EXPERIENCE. He has no experience at all in dealing with any national or even regional or local catastrophe. These are the FACTS. Now does anyone believe he can, like magic,acquire the ability to lead or coordinate a response to something of this magnitude, which is likely to go down in history perhaps the worst environmental disaster in the world?? Could ANY of you reading this just step into the presidency and deal with all the issues on his plate?? Think about that ----that is what Obama is having to do. WHAT in his background gives him this ability? Oh thats right--- he HIDES, SEALS RECORDS and closes, by executive order, all information concerning his life...HMMMMM.. His "drive-by" Senate expeience was a joke and getting grants for poor folk in Chicago means NOTHING. He still hasn't bothered to visit the Nashville area (unprecedented damages- over a billion dollars worth) and has mismanaged everthing from our national economy to our world leadership position. he seems to think that every problem can be handled like its Chicago politics...I'm not sure if he should be allowed to fire the CEO of a foreign company (THAT is a REAL stretch of presidential power), but he CAN start putting the hammer down on their assests in this country. Bottom line? He has no clue and it is KILLING our country...God help us....
Democrat or Republican, you cannot escape (nor deny) the fact that Obama has NO EXECUTIVE EXPERIENCE. He has no experience at all in dealing with any national or even regional or local catastrophe. These are the FACTS. Now does anyone believe he can, like magic,acquire the ability to lead or coordinate a response to something of this magnitude, which is likely to go down in history perhaps the worst environmental disaster in the world?? Could ANY of you reading this just step into the presidency and deal with all the issues on his plate?? Think about that ----that is what Obama is having to do. WHAT in his background gives him this ability? Oh thats right--- he HIDES, SEALS RECORDS and closes, by executive order, all information concerning his life...HMMMMM.. His "drive-by" Senate expeience was a joke and getting grants for poor folk in Chicago means NOTHING. He still hasn't bothered to visit the Nashville area (unprecedented damages- over a billion dollars worth) and has mismanaged everthing from our national economy to our world leadership position. he seems to think that every problem can be handled like its Chicago politics...I'm not sure if he should be allowed to fire the CEO of a foreign company (THAT is a REAL stretch of presidential power), but he CAN start putting the hammer down on their assests in this country. Bottom line? He has no clue and it is KILLING our country...God help us....
With Comegys Absent, Special Interests Are PO'd
The DT's reported on yesterday's meeting concerning the old Downtown Fire Station 16 as being deadlocked. Interesting how the local Media has concentrated so much on how unfair Debbie Campbell and Terry Cohen have "divided" moving issues forward. Where was the local Media when Debbie & Terry were fighting for the interest of their constituents, animals dying at the Zoo, $84 million being blown on a failed WWTP, the old Mall TIF, shall I go on?
The old Fire Station is simply an asset to the city taxpayers. If Gary, Shanie & Louise were so worried about buildings being vacant, why not crack down on other buildings Downtown first.
We are in a very trying economy right now and now is not the best time to be making long term decisions on that Fire Station. All too often we hear of Ambulances and Fire Trucks getting stuck at the Draw Bridge, not being able to make it into the Downtown area. Oh, that's right, Tilghman, Comegys, Gordy and See told you that 99.9% of the time that would not happen. Just like the WWTP being 99% compliant, on time and below budget.
I personally believe Campbell and Cohen are right. In the very least they should consider moving ALL of the Ambulance Service to the old Fire Station. Give them ONE of the old Fire Trucks and I can assure you they could arrive to more structure fires in the Camden area than the new Fire Station, even if it were all Volunteers. No disrespect towards the new Station 16, they can't help it when the Bridge is up.
In closing I'd like everyone to think about what I'm about to say for a moment. Do you actually believe Debbie & Terry would truly divide their votes on ANY issue simply because it opposes Louise & Shanie? The Daily Times need to get their heads out of their butts and stop trying to use such sensationalism to sell more papers. Try doing some real reporting for once and perhaps your sales would actually go up.
AIG Doesn't Care How Much Money It Owes You
AIG's Declaration of Independence
The botched Prudential deal may not be another blow to the crippled, government-supported insurance giant as much as a sign of a tenacious new board motivated to save the company. So sit tight, taxpayers, getting your money back could take a while
American International Group's (AIG) $35.5 billion deal to sell the AIA Group, its main Asian insurance operation, to Prudential Plc (PUK) of the U.K. collapsed on May 31 when the insurer's board refused to cut the price. The sale was seen as critical to the firm's ability to begin repaying the U.S. government's $182.3 billion bailout, and its failure was a setback for CEO Robert Benmosche, who had agreed to a lower price, only to be overruled by his board.
Bruce Berkowitz, however, was delighted.
AIG may have become synonymous with recklessness and the global economy's near-death experience in 2008, but for Berkowitz it's pure gold, and the company's luster only grew brighter with the failure to sell AIA—no matter how many headaches it causes the government. For months, says Berkowitz, who manages the $16.5 billion Fairholme Fund, he spent six hours a day studying the battered insurer and bought more than 30 million shares. He now ranks as the largest private holder of the company's stock. Only the U.S. Treasury, which has a nearly 80 percent stake, owns more. The government just wants its money back; Berkowitz says he expects to double his.
"I've got the greatest analysts in the world working for me," says the Miami-based investor, who in January was named stock manager of the decade by Morningstar (MORN). "There's the GAO, the New York Fed, the Treasury, Congress, all the advisers they've hired. And guess what, they're working for me for free. I mean, I don't think people appreciate what the government has put into this. If I'm wrong I don't deserve to be in business."
GO HERE to read more.
The botched Prudential deal may not be another blow to the crippled, government-supported insurance giant as much as a sign of a tenacious new board motivated to save the company. So sit tight, taxpayers, getting your money back could take a while
American International Group's (AIG) $35.5 billion deal to sell the AIA Group, its main Asian insurance operation, to Prudential Plc (PUK) of the U.K. collapsed on May 31 when the insurer's board refused to cut the price. The sale was seen as critical to the firm's ability to begin repaying the U.S. government's $182.3 billion bailout, and its failure was a setback for CEO Robert Benmosche, who had agreed to a lower price, only to be overruled by his board.
Bruce Berkowitz, however, was delighted.
AIG may have become synonymous with recklessness and the global economy's near-death experience in 2008, but for Berkowitz it's pure gold, and the company's luster only grew brighter with the failure to sell AIA—no matter how many headaches it causes the government. For months, says Berkowitz, who manages the $16.5 billion Fairholme Fund, he spent six hours a day studying the battered insurer and bought more than 30 million shares. He now ranks as the largest private holder of the company's stock. Only the U.S. Treasury, which has a nearly 80 percent stake, owns more. The government just wants its money back; Berkowitz says he expects to double his.
"I've got the greatest analysts in the world working for me," says the Miami-based investor, who in January was named stock manager of the decade by Morningstar (MORN). "There's the GAO, the New York Fed, the Treasury, Congress, all the advisers they've hired. And guess what, they're working for me for free. I mean, I don't think people appreciate what the government has put into this. If I'm wrong I don't deserve to be in business."
GO HERE to read more.
GOVERNOR MARTIN O’MALLEY ANNOUNCES OFFSHORE WIND ENERGY PARTNERSHIP
ANNAPOLIS, MD (June 8, 2010) - Governor Martin O’Malley announced today the State’s formal partnership in the newly formed Atlantic Offshore Wind Consortium. The group, comprised of States along the Atlantic coastline and the United States Department of the Interior (DOI), will work to coordinate regionally prominent issues surrounding the development of off-shore wind along the Atlantic outer continental shelf.
“Offshore wind energy offers vast potential to create jobs for our workers and to help stabilize utility costs for our families while increasing grid stability,” remarked Governor Martin O’Malley. “As we continue to make strides towards our Renewable Portfolio Standard of 20% clean energy on the grid by 2022, offshore wind remains one of the most critical components to achieving this goal.”
Maryland has accelerated its national position for the development of offshore wind energy and recently became the 6th state to initiate the Mineral Management Services / State Task force.
“I am very pleased to be joining with the governors of Atlantic coastal states to promote the safe and environmentally responsible development of the exceptional wind energy resources off our coasts,” US Department of the Interior Secretary Salazar said. “Appropriate development of Outer Continental Shelf wind power will enhance regional and national energy security and create American jobs through the development of energy markets and investments in renewable energy technologies.”
The Department of Energy has estimated that achieving 20% of our national energy from wind energy by 2030 will require 54 gigawatts of offshore wind, making the Atlantic Offshore Wind Energy Consortium’s task of coordinating the participating State’s offshore wind issues essential to bolstering offshore wind development efforts. Deployment of the resource at this scale in the years ahead has the potential to create a robust industry that supports hundreds of thousands of jobs and spurs billions of dollars of investment.
“Offshore wind has the potential to supply more renewable energy than any other resource in the region, possibly the entire East Coast,” noted MEA Director Malcolm Woolf. “Maryland is committed to partnering with other States along the Atlantic Coastline in an effort to streamline and expedite the process of harnessing our wind energy resources in a cost-effective and ecologically-sound way.”
To seize these emerging opportunities, Maryland has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the U.S. DOI, in partnership with the States of Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. This partnership serves as the first step toward a goal of broader collaboration and coordinated effort among the Atlantic states and other relevant Federal Agencies that are critical to the development of the offshore wind industry.
The US Energy Department estimates that Maryland has “outstanding” wind resources, rivaling or exceeding that of Midwestern land based wind resources. To evaluate the potential of these resources for commercial development, MEA’s offshore wind initiative will include outreach to potential offshore wind developers, a technical evaluation of the wind resources off of Maryland’s Atlantic coast and Outer Continental Shelf, and strong engagement with the local community.
“Offshore wind energy offers vast potential to create jobs for our workers and to help stabilize utility costs for our families while increasing grid stability,” remarked Governor Martin O’Malley. “As we continue to make strides towards our Renewable Portfolio Standard of 20% clean energy on the grid by 2022, offshore wind remains one of the most critical components to achieving this goal.”
Maryland has accelerated its national position for the development of offshore wind energy and recently became the 6th state to initiate the Mineral Management Services / State Task force.
“I am very pleased to be joining with the governors of Atlantic coastal states to promote the safe and environmentally responsible development of the exceptional wind energy resources off our coasts,” US Department of the Interior Secretary Salazar said. “Appropriate development of Outer Continental Shelf wind power will enhance regional and national energy security and create American jobs through the development of energy markets and investments in renewable energy technologies.”
The Department of Energy has estimated that achieving 20% of our national energy from wind energy by 2030 will require 54 gigawatts of offshore wind, making the Atlantic Offshore Wind Energy Consortium’s task of coordinating the participating State’s offshore wind issues essential to bolstering offshore wind development efforts. Deployment of the resource at this scale in the years ahead has the potential to create a robust industry that supports hundreds of thousands of jobs and spurs billions of dollars of investment.
“Offshore wind has the potential to supply more renewable energy than any other resource in the region, possibly the entire East Coast,” noted MEA Director Malcolm Woolf. “Maryland is committed to partnering with other States along the Atlantic Coastline in an effort to streamline and expedite the process of harnessing our wind energy resources in a cost-effective and ecologically-sound way.”
To seize these emerging opportunities, Maryland has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the U.S. DOI, in partnership with the States of Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. This partnership serves as the first step toward a goal of broader collaboration and coordinated effort among the Atlantic states and other relevant Federal Agencies that are critical to the development of the offshore wind industry.
The US Energy Department estimates that Maryland has “outstanding” wind resources, rivaling or exceeding that of Midwestern land based wind resources. To evaluate the potential of these resources for commercial development, MEA’s offshore wind initiative will include outreach to potential offshore wind developers, a technical evaluation of the wind resources off of Maryland’s Atlantic coast and Outer Continental Shelf, and strong engagement with the local community.
Five Guys Burgers & Fries Opens In Salisbury
Five Guys Burgers & Fries Opened In Salisbury yesterday. They are located on Rt. 13 near Salisbury University.
GM Recalling 1.5M Vehicles Over Fire Concerns
Recall affects several types of vehicles from the 2006 to 2009 model years
WASHINGTON - General Motors Co. said Tuesday it was recalling about 1.5 million vehicles worldwide to address a problem with a heated windshield wiper fluid system that could lead to a fire, its second recall over the issue in two years.
The recall affects several pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, crossovers and passenger car models from the 2006 to 2009 model years. GM conducted a similar recall in 2008 but came across new reports of fires in vehicles that had been fixed.
GM said it would disable the heated washer fluid system module that could lead to fires. The Detroit automaker will pay owners and those leasing vehicles $100 each since the feature is being disabled.
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WASHINGTON - General Motors Co. said Tuesday it was recalling about 1.5 million vehicles worldwide to address a problem with a heated windshield wiper fluid system that could lead to a fire, its second recall over the issue in two years.
The recall affects several pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, crossovers and passenger car models from the 2006 to 2009 model years. GM conducted a similar recall in 2008 but came across new reports of fires in vehicles that had been fixed.
GM said it would disable the heated washer fluid system module that could lead to fires. The Detroit automaker will pay owners and those leasing vehicles $100 each since the feature is being disabled.
GO HERE to read more.
Mexico: Teen Killed By U.S. Border Agent
EL PASO, Texas - A U.S. Border Patrol agent shot and killed a 14-year-old boy after a confrontation at an international bridge near downtown El Paso, Mexican authorities said Tuesday.
Chihuahua State officials released a statement Tuesday demanding a full investigation into the death of the boy, identified as Sergio Adrian Hernandez Huereca.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection spokesman Doug Mosier said preliminary reports indicated one person was shot Monday evening on the U.S. side of the Paso Del Norte bridge, across from Ciudad Juarez, Mexico.
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Chihuahua State officials released a statement Tuesday demanding a full investigation into the death of the boy, identified as Sergio Adrian Hernandez Huereca.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection spokesman Doug Mosier said preliminary reports indicated one person was shot Monday evening on the U.S. side of the Paso Del Norte bridge, across from Ciudad Juarez, Mexico.
GO HERE to read more.
Hit And Run Crash Kills Maryland Man
Location: Northbound U.S. 13 at Swain Road crossover, 1 mile north of Seaford, Sussex County, DE
Date of Occurrence: Monday June 7, 2010 at 2:40 p.m.
Persons / Vehicles Involved:
Jason Kelly Ross, 30, Ridgely, MD
Operating a 2005 Yamaha Silver Star Motorcycle
Fleeing vehicle burgundy Nissan Altima
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Delaware State Police are investigating a hit and run crash that has killed a Maryland man.
The crash occurred yesterday at 2:40 in the afternoon when Ross was operating his motorcycle northbound on Sussex Hwy, U.S. 13, approaching the intersection of CR 544A, Swain Road. The Nissan had pulled from the median crossover into the left northbound lane of U.S. 13 in front of Ross’ motorcycle. Ross lost control of his motorcycle while taking evasive action to avoid striking the Nissan. The motorcycle began to flip and ejected Ross into the northbound lanes of U.S. 13. The Nissan fled northbound on U.S. 13.
Ross was flown to Christiana Hospital in New Castle where he died as a result of his injures at 2:30 a.m. this morning. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
Troopers are attempting to locate the Nissan Altima to question the driver of the vehicle. I anyone has any information concerning the whereabouts of this vehicle or the identity of the driver are ask to call the state police at 302-644-5020 ext 112.
Tips may also be called in to “Crime Stoppers.” Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be forwarded to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or on line at www.tipsubmit.com.
Date of Occurrence: Monday June 7, 2010 at 2:40 p.m.
Persons / Vehicles Involved:
Jason Kelly Ross, 30, Ridgely, MD
Operating a 2005 Yamaha Silver Star Motorcycle
Fleeing vehicle burgundy Nissan Altima
Resume:
Delaware State Police are investigating a hit and run crash that has killed a Maryland man.
The crash occurred yesterday at 2:40 in the afternoon when Ross was operating his motorcycle northbound on Sussex Hwy, U.S. 13, approaching the intersection of CR 544A, Swain Road. The Nissan had pulled from the median crossover into the left northbound lane of U.S. 13 in front of Ross’ motorcycle. Ross lost control of his motorcycle while taking evasive action to avoid striking the Nissan. The motorcycle began to flip and ejected Ross into the northbound lanes of U.S. 13. The Nissan fled northbound on U.S. 13.
Ross was flown to Christiana Hospital in New Castle where he died as a result of his injures at 2:30 a.m. this morning. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
Troopers are attempting to locate the Nissan Altima to question the driver of the vehicle. I anyone has any information concerning the whereabouts of this vehicle or the identity of the driver are ask to call the state police at 302-644-5020 ext 112.
Tips may also be called in to “Crime Stoppers.” Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be forwarded to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or on line at www.tipsubmit.com.
If The Salisbury Fire Department Can Have Their Very Own PIO, Why Can't Pollitt?
I mean, take a look at what just came in, extremely important information from the Salisbury Fire Department. How we have survived this long without a PIO in the SFD is truly beyond me.
The Salisbury Fire Department has VOLUNTEERS, why doesn't a Volunteer do this job. Clearly it doesn't take anything more special than a computer and spell check. Considering the comments that come in on every SFD Post, they all get on computers and have some skill.
If the County Council can ask for Jim Fineran's job, they, (including Mayor Ireton) should cut some of the fat in the SFD and ask a Volunteer to step up to the plate instead.
Chick-Fil-A teams up with local firefighters to see who can eat the most Spicy Chicken Sandwiches in four minutes.
Activities for the kids, fire truck display, give-a- ways, and music.
Date: Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Time: 5:00pm until 8:00pm
Location: Chick-Fil-A, across from the Maryland State Police Barracks / Dagsboro Road
Competing will be a representative from each of the Wicomico County Fire Departments. Feel free to bring other dept. members, family, and friends. Please come out and support our SFD contest reps- wear an SFD t-shirt and cheer them on!!!!
The public is invited to this free, family event! For more info, call 410-251-1253.
Melissa L. Brown, B.S., FF/NREMT-P
Public Information Officer
Salisbury Fire Department
The Salisbury Fire Department has VOLUNTEERS, why doesn't a Volunteer do this job. Clearly it doesn't take anything more special than a computer and spell check. Considering the comments that come in on every SFD Post, they all get on computers and have some skill.
If the County Council can ask for Jim Fineran's job, they, (including Mayor Ireton) should cut some of the fat in the SFD and ask a Volunteer to step up to the plate instead.
Which Firefighter Can Take The Heat…
Chick-Fil-A teams up with local firefighters to see who can eat the most Spicy Chicken Sandwiches in four minutes.
Activities for the kids, fire truck display, give-a- ways, and music.
Date: Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Time: 5:00pm until 8:00pm
Location: Chick-Fil-A, across from the Maryland State Police Barracks / Dagsboro Road
Competing will be a representative from each of the Wicomico County Fire Departments. Feel free to bring other dept. members, family, and friends. Please come out and support our SFD contest reps- wear an SFD t-shirt and cheer them on!!!!
The public is invited to this free, family event! For more info, call 410-251-1253.
Melissa L. Brown, B.S., FF/NREMT-P
Public Information Officer
Salisbury Fire Department
Athletic DeShields Has Major League Pedigree
High school infielder son of former big leaguer
HOUSTON -- Delino DeShields Jr. already has a goal to be in the Major Leagues in just 2 1/2 years, which may seem kind of lofty for a 17-year-old who just graduated from high school. But if the old man was able to do it, the competition begins.
DeShields Jr., the son of long-time Major Leaguer Delino DeShields Sr., was the first of three players the Astros selected in Monday's First-Year Player Draft. He's a speed-to-burn outfielder out of Woodward Academy in College Park, Ga., who will make the transition to second base.
"We've got this competition thing going on right now," DeShields Jr. said. "Me, personally, I want to make it in less than two years. I'm just grateful if I make it in four or five years. I'm just happy for the opportunity and want to see where it takes me."
The Astros chose DeShields Jr. with the No. 8 overall pick in the Draft, their highest since picking Phil Nevin with the No. 1 overall selection in 1992. The club chose high school power pitcher Mike Foltynewicz at No. 19 and University of Minnesota third baseman Mike Kvasnicka at No. 33.
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HOUSTON -- Delino DeShields Jr. already has a goal to be in the Major Leagues in just 2 1/2 years, which may seem kind of lofty for a 17-year-old who just graduated from high school. But if the old man was able to do it, the competition begins.
DeShields Jr., the son of long-time Major Leaguer Delino DeShields Sr., was the first of three players the Astros selected in Monday's First-Year Player Draft. He's a speed-to-burn outfielder out of Woodward Academy in College Park, Ga., who will make the transition to second base.
"We've got this competition thing going on right now," DeShields Jr. said. "Me, personally, I want to make it in less than two years. I'm just grateful if I make it in four or five years. I'm just happy for the opportunity and want to see where it takes me."
The Astros chose DeShields Jr. with the No. 8 overall pick in the Draft, their highest since picking Phil Nevin with the No. 1 overall selection in 1992. The club chose high school power pitcher Mike Foltynewicz at No. 19 and University of Minnesota third baseman Mike Kvasnicka at No. 33.
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17-Year-Old Phenom Drafted By Nationals
Nats infuse more hope for future by selecting phenom Harper No. 1
WASHINGTON -- Just before the Nationals made official their selection of Bryce Harper with the draft's first overall pick, one of the two dozen or so suit-wearing decision makers who populated the club's war room pulled out a personal camera. He aimed the lens at general manager Mike Rizzo sitting at the center table and then again at the rest of the assembly.
Even those involved seemed to appreciate the historic moment of not just drafting "one-one" for the second straight year but -- along with 2009's top pick, starter Stephen Strasburg, who is set to make his major-league debut tomorrow -- of selecting a pair of rare talents who were such well-hyped, well-known commodities as amateurs.
"I cannot remember back-to-back years when there's been two players who have separated themselves from the rest of the field," Rizzo said.
And so the Nationals didn't screw up day one of the two most important days the franchise has had since moving to Washington in 2005. No matter what record bonus agent Scott Boras might demand, the Nationals had to draft the power-hitting phenom Harper, the catcher-outfielder from the College of Southern Nevada.
Harper provides continued hope to Nationals fans as the next big thing, exactly 24 hours before the anticipation of Strasburg's unveiling comes to a crescendo with his Tuesday start.
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WASHINGTON -- Just before the Nationals made official their selection of Bryce Harper with the draft's first overall pick, one of the two dozen or so suit-wearing decision makers who populated the club's war room pulled out a personal camera. He aimed the lens at general manager Mike Rizzo sitting at the center table and then again at the rest of the assembly.
Even those involved seemed to appreciate the historic moment of not just drafting "one-one" for the second straight year but -- along with 2009's top pick, starter Stephen Strasburg, who is set to make his major-league debut tomorrow -- of selecting a pair of rare talents who were such well-hyped, well-known commodities as amateurs.
"I cannot remember back-to-back years when there's been two players who have separated themselves from the rest of the field," Rizzo said.
And so the Nationals didn't screw up day one of the two most important days the franchise has had since moving to Washington in 2005. No matter what record bonus agent Scott Boras might demand, the Nationals had to draft the power-hitting phenom Harper, the catcher-outfielder from the College of Southern Nevada.
Harper provides continued hope to Nationals fans as the next big thing, exactly 24 hours before the anticipation of Strasburg's unveiling comes to a crescendo with his Tuesday start.
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Obama Orders Agencies To Slash Budgets
Programs that 'are least critical' to administration's overall goals face ax
The White House is directing agencies to develop plans for trimming at least 5 percent from their budgets by identifying programs that do little to advance their missions or President Obama's agenda.
The request, made amid rising public anxiety over government spending, comes on top of a pledge by Obama this winter to freeze spending at most agencies for the next three years. In a joint memo to be delivered Tuesday morning, White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel and budget director Peter Orszag order agency heads to go further by listing the programs that "are least critical" to their overall goals.
Republicans have relentlessly hammered Obama and congressional Democrats for their roles in driving budget deficits to record levels with expensive stimulus spending. With voters increasingly alarmed about the run of red ink, and with midterm congressional elections approaching, the White House has stepped up efforts to blunt criticism. The new directive is the latest in a series of initiatives, legislative proposals and veto threats in recent weeks aimed at demonstrating that Obama is minding every penny.
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The White House is directing agencies to develop plans for trimming at least 5 percent from their budgets by identifying programs that do little to advance their missions or President Obama's agenda.
The request, made amid rising public anxiety over government spending, comes on top of a pledge by Obama this winter to freeze spending at most agencies for the next three years. In a joint memo to be delivered Tuesday morning, White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel and budget director Peter Orszag order agency heads to go further by listing the programs that "are least critical" to their overall goals.
Republicans have relentlessly hammered Obama and congressional Democrats for their roles in driving budget deficits to record levels with expensive stimulus spending. With voters increasingly alarmed about the run of red ink, and with midterm congressional elections approaching, the White House has stepped up efforts to blunt criticism. The new directive is the latest in a series of initiatives, legislative proposals and veto threats in recent weeks aimed at demonstrating that Obama is minding every penny.
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O'MALLEY-BROWN CAMPAIGN RELEASES COUNTY CAMPAIGN CHAIRS
O’Malley-Brown Campaign Releases Campaign Chairs for
Every County in Maryland
Small Business Owners, Community Leaders, Teachers to Serve As Local Chairs to
Re-Elect Martin O’Malley
Former Governor Harry R. Hughes to Serve as Chair for Eastern Shore;
Mayor Rawlings-Blake, County Executives Leggett, Pollitt and Ulman to
Serve as City, County Chairs
Every County in Maryland
Small Business Owners, Community Leaders, Teachers to Serve As Local Chairs to
Re-Elect Martin O’Malley
Former Governor Harry R. Hughes to Serve as Chair for Eastern Shore;
Mayor Rawlings-Blake, County Executives Leggett, Pollitt and Ulman to
Serve as City, County Chairs
BALTIMORE, MD (June 8, 2010) – Today, Governor O’Malley and Lt. Governor Brown announced the O’Malley-Brown Campaign Chairs for every county in Maryland. The Campaign Chairs represent small business owners, business leaders, community advocates, educators and teachers, and current and former elected officials, including former Governor Harry R. Hughes, from every county in our state.
The Campaign Chairs demonstrate the tremendous community support that the O’Malley-Brown campaign has heading into summer months. The latest Washington Post poll shows Governor O’Malley leading Bob Ehrlich by 8 percent -- a larger margin than Governor O’Malley won by in 2006.
“Four years ago, I committed to the people of Maryland that I would always put the needs of our families and family-owned businesses first. I know our families have been struggling because of the downturn in the national economy, but because of the tough decisions we've made together, Maryland has fared better than most other states,” said Governor Martin O’Malley.
“I am honored that these respected business and community leaders have agreed to serve as our campaign chairs,” said Governor O’Malley. “With their help we will take this campaign to every corner of our state in the coming months to share our positive vision as we move Maryland forward.”
County Chair Position
Allegany County Jim Bespitch AFSCME 67
Anne Arundel County Tim O'Malley Amerinational, Senior VP of Sales
Baltimore County Don Hutchinson Former Baltimore County Exeucutive
Baltimore City Stephanie Rawlings Blake Mayor of Baltimore
Calvert County Bernie Fowler Former State Senator
Caroline County Nancy Voss Retired Teacher
Carroll County Greg Pecoraro Westminster City Council
Cecil County John Bunnell Mayor of Cecilton
Charles County Elridge Proctor National Tourette Syndrome
Association, Legislative Assistant
Charles County Jim Gesl Dentist
Dorchester County Victoria Jackson Mayor of Cambridge
Frederick County Geb Byron Consultant
Garrett County Stephan Moylan Attorney
Harford County George Harrison Democratic Activist
Howard County Ken Ulman Howard County Executive
Kent County Thad Bench Small Business Owner, Benchworks
Montgomery County Isiah Leggett Montgomery County Executive
Prince George's County Richard Stewart Montgomery Mechanical Services,
President and CEO
Prince George’s County Minerva Riddick Strategic Solution Center, Senior VP
Queen Anne's County Fred McNeil Former teacher
St. Mary's County Joe Anderson St. Mary’s Watershed Association,
President
Somerset County Mike McCready Pres. Somerset County Commissioners
Talbot County Steve Kehoe Attorney
Talbot County Dan McDermott Executive Director, Upper Shore
Workforce Investment Board
Washington County Bill Proctor Attorney
Washington County Jeanne Singer Attorney
Wicomico County Rick Pollitt Wicomico County Executive
Worcester County Greg Shockley Small Business Owner
Western Maryland Bob Kresslein Attorney
Southern Maryland Sheila Sullivan Attorney
Eastern Shore Harry Hughes Former Governor
As many states struggle through the national recession, Governor O’Malley has made the tough choices to balance the state budget, cut state spending by $5.6 billion, and reduce the size of government all while still making progress on the state’s key priorities.
Under Governor O’Malley, Maryland’s public school system was ranked #1 in the nation by Education Week for two years in a row. Maryland has retained jobs better than all but 4 other states in the country while maintaining an unemployment rate that remains more than 25% below the national average. And under Governor O’Malley, Maryland is one of only 8 states to maintain a AAA bond rating certified by all three bond rating agencies.
Time To Buy Gold? Think Twice
Gold bugs fly high as value soars
It’s a hedge against a lot of bad things — but a risky one
Were you smart enough to sell your tech stocks in March 2000? Or your house in July 2006? If so, you should seriously consider buying some gold. A lot of it.
But if — like most people — you don't have the gift for knowing when a financial bubble is about to burst, you may want to take a deep breath before calling the 800-number on that infomercial, selling your jewelry at your friend's "gold party" or converting 5 percent of your hard-earned savings into shiny Maple Leaf gold coins.
It certainly is a great time to be a "gold bug," as fans of the shiny metal are known. Gold typically thrives in times of crisis and uncertainty, and that is one reason the metal's price has jumped 15 percent since February and nearly doubled since late 2007.
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It’s a hedge against a lot of bad things — but a risky one
Were you smart enough to sell your tech stocks in March 2000? Or your house in July 2006? If so, you should seriously consider buying some gold. A lot of it.
But if — like most people — you don't have the gift for knowing when a financial bubble is about to burst, you may want to take a deep breath before calling the 800-number on that infomercial, selling your jewelry at your friend's "gold party" or converting 5 percent of your hard-earned savings into shiny Maple Leaf gold coins.
It certainly is a great time to be a "gold bug," as fans of the shiny metal are known. Gold typically thrives in times of crisis and uncertainty, and that is one reason the metal's price has jumped 15 percent since February and nearly doubled since late 2007.
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LOST DOG
Please help us find our dog. He went missing Monday June 7th at 8am.He is a boxer, his name is Tyson. He is fawn and white and has spot on neck where collar rubbed some hair off and scar on belly from surgery as pup. We live between Laurel and Delmar in Development called Little Acres.If you have any info please cal Doug or Tracy @ 302-236-1919 or 302-236-2666 or email @worsterplace@comcast.net.
Can't We All Just Get Along?
Hi Joe,
I have read so many negative comments about the various towing companies in the area and all of the back-biting until I am sick of it! Here's what I have to say...
We are all in business to make money and provide for our families. I have personally dealt with just about all of the towing companies in Salisbury when I worked in the automotive field. I have found all of them to be helpful and reliable and feel that I have a good relationship with them. I grew up with Tommy and Eddie Tindall, my daughter used to babysit for Jeff Simpson, I worked at Pusey's and 56th St. Towing, dealt with William's Towing and Bower's Towing and Grant's at the dealerships where I worked. They are all good people. Everyone needs to just get along and stop this crap! I know that there are some companies that are not on the up-and-up and I will not mention names...you know who you are. Yes, there is price gauging by some companies and that really is not good business. The bad practices of a few companies are going to cause a big problem for everyone in this industry. It is time for us all to pull together instead of tearing each other apart. I feel the sorriest for the drivers (not the owners) if fees are capped. Those guys are barely surviving now, since they only receive a percentage of each tow that they do. They have families to support. It is hard to find an experienced driver who is reliable when you can't afford pay them what they are worth. They work their butts off in the heat, snow, ice, rain and bad weather. If prices are capped, the owners will be hurt too. We have rent/mortgages to pay on the storage lots, taxes, fees and insurance, trucks to pay for and keep maintained, etc. It's time to stop feuding and start working together. Help each other instead of hurting each other is what I'm trying to say. Life is too short to be feuding all of the time. Fair is fair, right is right and wrong is wrong.
Thanks for listening,
Nancy Wallace
Auto Medic Towing
I have read so many negative comments about the various towing companies in the area and all of the back-biting until I am sick of it! Here's what I have to say...
We are all in business to make money and provide for our families. I have personally dealt with just about all of the towing companies in Salisbury when I worked in the automotive field. I have found all of them to be helpful and reliable and feel that I have a good relationship with them. I grew up with Tommy and Eddie Tindall, my daughter used to babysit for Jeff Simpson, I worked at Pusey's and 56th St. Towing, dealt with William's Towing and Bower's Towing and Grant's at the dealerships where I worked. They are all good people. Everyone needs to just get along and stop this crap! I know that there are some companies that are not on the up-and-up and I will not mention names...you know who you are. Yes, there is price gauging by some companies and that really is not good business. The bad practices of a few companies are going to cause a big problem for everyone in this industry. It is time for us all to pull together instead of tearing each other apart. I feel the sorriest for the drivers (not the owners) if fees are capped. Those guys are barely surviving now, since they only receive a percentage of each tow that they do. They have families to support. It is hard to find an experienced driver who is reliable when you can't afford pay them what they are worth. They work their butts off in the heat, snow, ice, rain and bad weather. If prices are capped, the owners will be hurt too. We have rent/mortgages to pay on the storage lots, taxes, fees and insurance, trucks to pay for and keep maintained, etc. It's time to stop feuding and start working together. Help each other instead of hurting each other is what I'm trying to say. Life is too short to be feuding all of the time. Fair is fair, right is right and wrong is wrong.
Thanks for listening,
Nancy Wallace
Auto Medic Towing
Obama Said, "I Would Have Fired BP Chief By Now"
President Obama stated he would have fired Tony Hayward for downplaying the Gulf oil spill.
You know Folks, here's the problem with hiring a wanna be politician with absolutely NO POLITICAL EXPERIENCE and especially no corporate experience. Obama, (IMHO) has a big mouth. You see Folks, If I were President of the United States, I would have fired the guy or made damn sure he didn't return to work. Let me remind you, I'd be the most powerful man in the world and if I couldn't get rid of one executive responsible for killing Lord knows how many animals and destroying our future economy, well, I guess I wouldn't be the most powerful man in the world now, would I.
Now let's take this example right here to the Eastern Shore. Let's take a look at Mayor Ireton and our little major disaster right here in Salisbury. The taxpayers have fronted $84,000,000.00 for a brand spanking new Waste Water Treatment Plant, yet the former Mayor and Paul Wilber signed off on a $1,000,000.00 liability clause. Am I the only one with balls enough to flat out state that I believe this was what I would consider a criminal act? Now I'm no lawyer but to purposely relieve a company for delivering a complete disaster that just doesn't work at all, $84,000,000.00 later, I'm Pissed!
So how is it our little Obama, Jim Ireton hasn't fired Paul Wilber over this. How is it he continues to allow such a person to protect the citizens when in fact he has proven time and time again to do just the opposite. I don't care if Barrie Tilghman demanded this move forward, Wilber knew his rear end was on the line and I say fire the SOB.
Oh, that's right, I forgot. Wet pants liberals see hope in people like Wilber and Tilghman. So when Obama sticks out his chest as the most powerful man in the world and says I would have fired him by now, PLEASE, don't piss on my head and tell me it's raining outside.
We need a Republican Congress and we need to vote out every single incumbent known to government, local and national. Hopefully the next time around, whether it references the Mayor or President, everyone look a whole lot closer to a corporate man/woman with EXPERIENCE in business.
"Help Is On The Way", "CHANGE", all BS sound bites. YOU'RE FIRED is LEADERSHIP. Who's with me on this?
POLLITT REFUSES WICOMICO COUNCIL’S REQUEST TO DISCUSS THE BUDGET
Rick Pollitt did not attend yesterday’s meeting that the Wicomico County Council held to consider his proposed budget for FY 2011. In response to the Council’s request to engage in discussion with him at the meeting, he issued a lengthy statement to the effect that he feels it would be improper or inappropriate to do so. We have not seen the statement, but understand that it’s a doozy.
Regardless of what his statement says, Pollitt’s disrespect of the County Council is astounding. Rather than having a face-to-face discussion of the salary and benefits costs for his “public information officer,” which total about $80,000, Pollitt is now attacking in the mainstream media those members who want to eliminate the PIO position. That decision is an exercise of the authority conferred on the Council by the County Charter to cut items in the budget that Pollitt has proposed.
Recall that a couple months ago Pollitt asked the public to indicate what items should be cut from the budget. A significant number of residents responded by asking the PIO position be terminated, and a majority on the Council has heard them.
Regardless of what his statement says, Pollitt’s disrespect of the County Council is astounding. Rather than having a face-to-face discussion of the salary and benefits costs for his “public information officer,” which total about $80,000, Pollitt is now attacking in the mainstream media those members who want to eliminate the PIO position. That decision is an exercise of the authority conferred on the Council by the County Charter to cut items in the budget that Pollitt has proposed.
Recall that a couple months ago Pollitt asked the public to indicate what items should be cut from the budget. A significant number of residents responded by asking the PIO position be terminated, and a majority on the Council has heard them.
I FIND IT INTERESTING THAT I POSTED HOW TO CONTACT OBAMA AND WBOC DELETED IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Yesterday a registered commenter on WBOC sent in several messages referencing the oil leak in the Gulf. They provided the below comment several times, yet WBOC published and then rejected the information over and over again.
Now why would WBOC do such a thing, censor comments. They put these questions out there for their loyal readers to review, yet there's no curse words, no attack.
Before the Blogs came along, YOU never knew such things happened. Oh sure, there was talk about it but there was never a place, (until now) for tens of thousands of people to read such things and then spread the word.
I see absolutely nothing wrong with the below comment, do you?
"Keep America Beautiful...write to Mr. President Obama and tell him the OIL SPILL CLEANUP PROCESS IS UNACCEPTABLE. http://www.whitehouse.gov/contact
The White House1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20500
Please include your e-mail address
Phone Numbers
Comments: 202-456-1111
Switchboard: 202-456-1414... See More.........
FAX: 202-456-2461
TTY/TDD Comments: 202-456-6213
Visitors Office: 202-456-2121"
Senator Confirms Reports That Wellbore Is Pierced; Oil Seeping From Seabed In Multiple Places
Senator Bill Nelson was interviewed by Andrea Mitchell this morning on MSNBC and confirmed reports of oil seeping up from additional leak points on the seafloor.
Senator Bill Nelson (D-FL): Andrea we’re looking into something new right now, that there’s reports of oil that’s seeping up from the seabed… which would indicate, if that’s true, that the well casing itself is actually pierced… underneath the seabed. So, you know, the problems could be just enormous with what we’re facing.
Andrea Mitchell, MSNBC: Now let me understand better what you’re saying. If that is true that it is coming up from that seabed, even the relief well won’t be the final solution to cap this thing. That means that we’ve got oil gushing up at disparate places along the ocean floor.
Sen. Nelson: That is possible, unless you get the plug down low enough, below where the pipe would be breached.
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Senator Bill Nelson (D-FL): Andrea we’re looking into something new right now, that there’s reports of oil that’s seeping up from the seabed… which would indicate, if that’s true, that the well casing itself is actually pierced… underneath the seabed. So, you know, the problems could be just enormous with what we’re facing.
Andrea Mitchell, MSNBC: Now let me understand better what you’re saying. If that is true that it is coming up from that seabed, even the relief well won’t be the final solution to cap this thing. That means that we’ve got oil gushing up at disparate places along the ocean floor.
Sen. Nelson: That is possible, unless you get the plug down low enough, below where the pipe would be breached.
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Global-Warming Bill Contains Ethanol Subsidies, Which Cause Famine, Hunger, Food Riots, And Political Unrest
People across the world “are being battered by surging food prices that are dragging more people into poverty, fueling political tensions and forcing some to give up eating meat, fruit and even tomatoes,” reports the Associated Press. High food prices are partly the result of “demand for crops to use in biofuels” like ethanol, which the government subsidizes.
Food prices will rise even further if the global warming legislation backed by President Obama passes, since it expands ethanol subsidies that reward big corporations for turning food into fuel. Ethanol subsidies damage the environment by wiping out forests, polluting water supplies, and eroding the soil. By converting food into fuel, they cause famines and food riots in the world’s poorest countries. That fuels Islamic extremism in Afghanistan and the Middle East.
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Handgun CDS Arrest
LOCATION: Patrick Ave and Keene Ave, Wicomico Co.,MD
CASE NUMBER: 10-54-005326
BRIEF RESUME: Handgun Seizure, June 8, 2010 at 0107 hrs, Patrick Ave and Keene Ave Salisbury, Wicomico County. Salisbury Barrack Troopers responded to the above location regarding a citizen complaint of several subjects standing in the roadway, one armed with a shotgun and two armed with handguns. Upon the Troopers arrival, Suspect #1 Carlos Demetrice Wood B/M/02-20-74 walked out from behind a vacant apartment. Troopers contacted Wood who had shotgun shells on his person. A subsequent search of the area revealed a loaded Mossberg 12 gauge shotgun in close proximity and to the rear of the vacant apartment where Wood was coming from. Wood was also in possession of suspected marijuana and approximately $523 US Currency. Suspect #2 Paron Lee Mills B/M/01-01-86 was also contacted by Troopers at the above location. Troopers located a Bersa .380 caliber handgun and suspected marijuana on Mills. Both suspects were transported to WCDC central booking, criminally charged, and are awaiting an initial appearance before a District Court Commissioner. CC# 10-54-005326. Wicomico County Sheriff’s Deputies assisted with the complaint.
CASE NUMBER: 10-54-005326
BRIEF RESUME: Handgun Seizure, June 8, 2010 at 0107 hrs, Patrick Ave and Keene Ave Salisbury, Wicomico County. Salisbury Barrack Troopers responded to the above location regarding a citizen complaint of several subjects standing in the roadway, one armed with a shotgun and two armed with handguns. Upon the Troopers arrival, Suspect #1 Carlos Demetrice Wood B/M/02-20-74 walked out from behind a vacant apartment. Troopers contacted Wood who had shotgun shells on his person. A subsequent search of the area revealed a loaded Mossberg 12 gauge shotgun in close proximity and to the rear of the vacant apartment where Wood was coming from. Wood was also in possession of suspected marijuana and approximately $523 US Currency. Suspect #2 Paron Lee Mills B/M/01-01-86 was also contacted by Troopers at the above location. Troopers located a Bersa .380 caliber handgun and suspected marijuana on Mills. Both suspects were transported to WCDC central booking, criminally charged, and are awaiting an initial appearance before a District Court Commissioner. CC# 10-54-005326. Wicomico County Sheriff’s Deputies assisted with the complaint.
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Gulf Judges’ Oil Ties May Present Conflicts of Interest
Since BP’s ruptured well began spewing crude into the Gulf of Mexico, more than 150 lawsuits have been filed in federal courts seeking damages for the harm that the environmental disaster has dealt to the livelihood of coastal fishermen and business owners. But finding judges to hear these spill-related lawsuits against BP, Halliburton, and Transocean may be a challenge. More than half of the “64 active or senior judges in key Gulf Coast districts in Louisiana, Texas, Alabama, Mississippi and Florida” have ties to industry, according to The Associated Press.
Some judges own stocks or bonds in the companies named in the lawsuits. Some are related to plaintiffs’ attorneys. Others even receive royalties from oil and gas companies. One judge, according to financial disclosure statements, is a member of Houston’s Petroleum Club, an “exclusive, handsome club of, and for, men of the oil industry,” reported AP.
Last week, half of the active federal judges in the New Orleans district recused themselves from hearing spill-related cases and several judges in Alabama have done the same, citing conflicts of interest. Judges must recuse themselves from presiding over lawsuits that involve a company in which they have a direct financial interest, but AP points out that the rule has its nuances.
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Some judges own stocks or bonds in the companies named in the lawsuits. Some are related to plaintiffs’ attorneys. Others even receive royalties from oil and gas companies. One judge, according to financial disclosure statements, is a member of Houston’s Petroleum Club, an “exclusive, handsome club of, and for, men of the oil industry,” reported AP.
Last week, half of the active federal judges in the New Orleans district recused themselves from hearing spill-related cases and several judges in Alabama have done the same, citing conflicts of interest. Judges must recuse themselves from presiding over lawsuits that involve a company in which they have a direct financial interest, but AP points out that the rule has its nuances.
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Town Prints Its Own Money To Get Locals Shopping
Last month, a business improvement group in Ardmore, PA issued $15,000 in local currency, which citizens bought at half the face value and which can be spent like real money in stores and restaurants in the downtown area. Strangely, despite the 50% savings promised only $2,900 of it has been spent so far, with thrift stores receiving more than any other type of business. The group is going to launch another money printing campaign in November to try to boost holiday sales, preferably of new things.
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Rapper Chamillionaire Lets Bank Foreclose On House Rather Than Pay Mortgage
When you decide to go with a hip-hop moniker like Chamillionaire, it's probably not the best PR move to let one of your houses go into foreclosure. But, says the rapper, it wasn't because he was having money problems. Instead, he handed the manse back to the bank because he just didn't feel like paying the mortgage on a house he never lived in.
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Basu Predicts Taxes Will Go Up, Local Aid Will Go Down
CAMBRIDGE -- Economist Anirban Basu told members of the Maryland Economic Development Association that he foresees what some Maryland Republicans have been predicting for months.
Taxes will go up next year, he said, and state aid to local governments will go down.
Basu, one of the most widely-quoted economic experts in the state, said in his annual review of economic conditions that “aid to local government will be slashed at every level” and “taxes are going higher,” particularly local property taxes to make up for the loss in state funding.
“State government has got to shrink,” said Basu, whose clients include the Maryland comptroller, state agencies and local governments.
“Local governments are really going to be holding the bills. Property taxes are about to go up.”
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Taxes will go up next year, he said, and state aid to local governments will go down.
Basu, one of the most widely-quoted economic experts in the state, said in his annual review of economic conditions that “aid to local government will be slashed at every level” and “taxes are going higher,” particularly local property taxes to make up for the loss in state funding.
“State government has got to shrink,” said Basu, whose clients include the Maryland comptroller, state agencies and local governments.
“Local governments are really going to be holding the bills. Property taxes are about to go up.”
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Another Cropped Reuters Photo Deletes Another Knife - And A Pool Of Blood
One picture cropped to remove a knife might be explained as incompetence or a simple mistake. But now we have two pictures from the Gaza “peace activists” that were cropped by someone at Reuters to remove knives in the hands of the activists, as they attempted to take soldiers hostage.
And there's even more to this-- here
Did Reuters Crop A Photo To Remove A 'Peace Activist's Weapon?
That would be a very interesting way to crop the photo. Most people would consider a knife an important part of the context in this situation. There was a huge controversy over whether the activists were armed.
Cropping out a knife, in a picture showing a soldier who’s apparently been stabbed, seems like a very odd editorial decision. Unless someone was trying to hide it.
Here is more..(including the original photo)
The Dentist
A man and his wife walked into a dentist’s office.
The man said to the dentist, “Doc, I’m in one heck of a hurry. I have two buddies sitting out in my car waiting for us to go play golf, so forget about the anesthetic, I don’t have time for the gums to get numb. I just want you to pull the tooth, and be done with it! We have a 10:00 AM tee time at the best golf course in town and it’s 9:30 already… I don’t have time to wait for the anesthetic to work!’
The dentist thought to himself, “My goodness, this is surely a very brave man asking to have his tooth pulled without using anything to kill the pain.”
So the dentist asks him, “Which tooth is it sir?”
The man turned to his wife and said, “Open your mouth Honey, and show him."
The man said to the dentist, “Doc, I’m in one heck of a hurry. I have two buddies sitting out in my car waiting for us to go play golf, so forget about the anesthetic, I don’t have time for the gums to get numb. I just want you to pull the tooth, and be done with it! We have a 10:00 AM tee time at the best golf course in town and it’s 9:30 already… I don’t have time to wait for the anesthetic to work!’
The dentist thought to himself, “My goodness, this is surely a very brave man asking to have his tooth pulled without using anything to kill the pain.”
So the dentist asks him, “Which tooth is it sir?”
The man turned to his wife and said, “Open your mouth Honey, and show him."
Wicomico County Sheriff's Office Press Releases
Incident: Possession of Marijuana
Date of Incident: 4 June 2010
Location: Ocean Gateway at Main Street, Pittsville, MD
Suspect: Daniel R. Krol, 27, Baltimore, MD
Narrative: On 4 June 2010 at 2:46 PM a deputy stopped a vehicle operated by Daniel Krol of Baltimore for speeding on Ocean Gateway in the Pittsville area. Upon contacting the operator, the deputy observed that Krol appeared visibly nervous and wouldn’t make eye contact with the deputy. While standing at the side window the deputy detected the odor of marijuana which resulted in the deputy searching the vehicle. During the search, the deputy located what the deputy recognized as marijuana inside the center console and also inside a bag in rear of the vehicle. Also located by the deputy was a smoking device.
The deputy placed Krol under arrest and transported him to the Central Booking Unit where he was charged and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, the Commissioner released Krol on personal recognizance.
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Charges: Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Incident: Wanted Fugitive Arrest
Date of Incident: 5 June 2010
Location: Mt. Hermon Rd., Powellville, MD
Suspect: Gary L. Dupont Jr., 21, Berlin, MD
Narrative: On 5 June 2010 at 11:36 AM, a deputy from the WCSO attempted to stop a motor scooter for speeding in a 30 mph zone on Mt. Hermon Road when the scooter slowed and the passenger jumped off and began fleeing from the deputy. The deputy decided to pursue the fleeing passenger to find out why he was running and apprehended him after a foot chase of about 150 yards. Upon catching the suspect, the deputy began to question the veracity of the identifying information provided by the suspect in custody. Upon positively identifying the subject with his correct name, Gary L. Dupont Jr., the deputy discovered an active warrant from Worcester County that charged Dupont with Attempted Murder.
The deputy transported Dupont to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed on the charges relating to fleeing from the deputy. After an initial appearance, Dupont was detained by the Commissioner in lieu of $10,000.00 bond.
Dupont was also detained in the Detention Center without bond on the Attempted Murder arrest warrant from Worcester County.
Charges: Hindering and Obstructing
Resist Arrest
Provide False identity to Law Enforcement upon arrest
Salisbury Police Department Press Releases
Richard Lee Clentimack, 61yoa of Lebanon, PA was charged with Robbery, Theft<$100, and 2nd degree Assault.
On June 4, 2010 at approximately 10:37am, an officer responded to the Greyhound Bus Stop at 901 N Salisbury Blvd for a reported theft and assault. On arrival, the officer met with the victim who advised that Clentimack struck the victim in the groin with his knee and took the cigarette that was in his mouth. Clentimack was released to Central Booking. #201000022433
Bobby Lee Sassor, 61yoa of Salisbury, MD was charged with Personate a Police Officer and Telephone Abuse.
On June 4, 2010 at approximately 8:04pm, an officer responded to the Chesapeake Inn for a subject calling 911 and advising that he is a trooper with the Maryland State Police, but had no emergency to report. The officer met with Sassor who admitted that he did call but had no emergency. Sassor was warned not to do it again. Approximately three hours later Sassor again called 911 with no emergency. The officer was advised by Sassor that he was a trooper working in the Northeast Barrack for three years. The officer was able verify that Sassor is not a police officer. Sassor was released to Central Booking. #201000022532
Joyce Elaine Davis, 51yoa of Salisbury, MD was charged with Prostitution and Solicitation of a Minor.
On June 7, 2010 at approximately 2:12am an officer assisted Sheriff’s deputies with a traffic stop of a vehicle in the area of E Church St and Clay St. The vehicle that was being stopped was reported as stolen through the Sheriff’s Office. The vehicle was being driven by a 17yoa male and Davis was the front seat passenger. It was learned that the juvenile picked Davis up for the purpose of engaging in sex for money. Davis was also aware that the male is 17yoa. Davis was released to Central Booking. #201000022776
On June 4, 2010 at approximately 10:37am, an officer responded to the Greyhound Bus Stop at 901 N Salisbury Blvd for a reported theft and assault. On arrival, the officer met with the victim who advised that Clentimack struck the victim in the groin with his knee and took the cigarette that was in his mouth. Clentimack was released to Central Booking. #201000022433
Bobby Lee Sassor, 61yoa of Salisbury, MD was charged with Personate a Police Officer and Telephone Abuse.
On June 4, 2010 at approximately 8:04pm, an officer responded to the Chesapeake Inn for a subject calling 911 and advising that he is a trooper with the Maryland State Police, but had no emergency to report. The officer met with Sassor who admitted that he did call but had no emergency. Sassor was warned not to do it again. Approximately three hours later Sassor again called 911 with no emergency. The officer was advised by Sassor that he was a trooper working in the Northeast Barrack for three years. The officer was able verify that Sassor is not a police officer. Sassor was released to Central Booking. #201000022532
Joyce Elaine Davis, 51yoa of Salisbury, MD was charged with Prostitution and Solicitation of a Minor.
On June 7, 2010 at approximately 2:12am an officer assisted Sheriff’s deputies with a traffic stop of a vehicle in the area of E Church St and Clay St. The vehicle that was being stopped was reported as stolen through the Sheriff’s Office. The vehicle was being driven by a 17yoa male and Davis was the front seat passenger. It was learned that the juvenile picked Davis up for the purpose of engaging in sex for money. Davis was also aware that the male is 17yoa. Davis was released to Central Booking. #201000022776
Conflict Of Interest? You Make The Call
Mark Thompson currently serves as the President of the Wicomico Board Of Education has turned in his resignation effective June 30th, 2010. It seems after spending years as a Board Member, Mr. Thompson wants to apply for a job with the Board of Education. Is it not a conflict of interest to have voted on many issues and then apply for a job immediately after?
I have no problem with Mr. Thompson but I do know of several people who are having a hard time swallowing such a proposal. Not that it will matters, (the Board of Ed will do whatever they want anyway) but I'd like to know what you think.
LOWER SHORE YOUNG REPUBLICANS
LSYR
Monthly meeting reminder
Our next club meeting will be this Wednesday JUNE 9th at 6:30 pm. We will meet at the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce building located at 144 East Main Street.
Come out and join as as we finalize our plans for this years State convention. If you can't make the meeting and are interested in attending please email me at lowershoreyoungrepublicans@gmail.com. Here is some info regarding the event.
What: State Young Republicans Leadership Conference.
When: June 18th and 19th
Where: Salisbury University
Speakers include: Bob Ehrlich, Audrey Scott, and Andy Harris
Ticket price: $30.00 (includes breakfast and lunch on Saturday)
Monthly meeting reminder
Our next club meeting will be this Wednesday JUNE 9th at 6:30 pm. We will meet at the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce building located at 144 East Main Street.
Come out and join as as we finalize our plans for this years State convention. If you can't make the meeting and are interested in attending please email me at lowershoreyoungrepublicans@gmail.com. Here is some info regarding the event.
What: State Young Republicans Leadership Conference.
When: June 18th and 19th
Where: Salisbury University
Speakers include: Bob Ehrlich, Audrey Scott, and Andy Harris
Ticket price: $30.00 (includes breakfast and lunch on Saturday)
Celebrating 100 Years On The Open Road
Trailers, motor homes change drastically since 1910
Planning on traveling this summer in an RV? Historically-speaking, you’ll be in very good company.
In 1931, Mae West’s Paramount Studios contract included a chauffeur-driven “house car” for the star to relax in while filming movies. In the early 1940s, aviation pioneers Charles Lindbergh and his wife, Anne Morrow Lindbergh, needed someplace quiet where they could write, so Henry Ford let them use a 1935 house trailer he owned that was equipped with electricity, a stove, an icebox, a bathroom and other “modern” amenities. And in the ’60s and ’70s, TV reporter Charles Kuralt famously criss-crossed the country in a motor home while filming his popular “On the Road” features for CBS News.
Today, West’s 1931 Chevrolet is just one of the unusual, iconic or prototypical vehicles on display at the Recreational Vehicle/Manufactured Home Hall of Fame and Museum in Elkhart, Ind. The 1935 Stage Coach Trailer Henry Ford loaned to the Lindberghs is parked at The Henry Ford in Dearborn, Mich., as is Kuralt’s 1975 Motorcoach.
GO HERE to read more.
Bob Ehrlich’s Public Schedule for Tuesday, June 8th
TUESDAY, JUNE 8, 2010
10:00 A.M. SPEAK TO SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS ABOUT HIS ENTREPRENEUR AGENDA
LOCATION: Tidewater Inn, 101 East Dover Street, Easton
10:00 A.M. SPEAK TO SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS ABOUT HIS ENTREPRENEUR AGENDA
LOCATION: Tidewater Inn, 101 East Dover Street, Easton
THREE SHOREBIRDS LAND ON 2010 SAL ALL-STAR TEAM
Beal, Conley & Rosa to Play in 51st SAL Mid-Season Classic
Salisbury, Md. – The South Atlantic League announced on Monday the participants for the 2010 SAL All-Star Game, which will be contested at Fluor Field at the West End in Greenville, South Carolina on June 22. Three Delmarva Shorebirds players have been selected to the Northern Division squad. Right-handed starter Jesse Beal, right fielder Brian Conley and shortstop Garabez Rosa will represent the Shorebirds. Conley will get the starting nod in right field, while Rosa was selected as a utility infielder.
Conley, who will be making his first professional all-star appearance, has led the Shorebirds in batting average the entire season. Through 56 games, Conley is hitting .297 with 13 RBIs. Conley ranks 12th in the league average, second in the loop in on-base percentage (.423) and second in the league in walks (41). The Gaithersburg, Maryland native also paces the ‘Birds in hits with 55. The 17th round selection of the Orioles in 2008 had a stellar month of April. He hit .338 with five doubles, a homer and four RBIs.
Rosa, the second youngest everyday position player on the Shorebirds roster, will also be making his first all-star appearance. The Higuey, Dominican Republic native is batting .278 with 20 doubles and 22 runs-batted-in. Rosa leads the Shorebirds in doubles and ranks second on the club in RBIs. The 20-year old had a fine month April, posting a .333 batting average in 20 games.
Beal has been the most consistent Shorebirds starting pitcher. He leads the Shorebirds staff in wins (4), innings pitched (67.1) and ranks third on the staff with 41 strikeouts. Beal posted eight straight quality starts between April 21 and May 30. He became the first Shorebirds pitcher to accomplish that since 2005. The Fairfax Station, Virginia native went 3-0 with a 2.27 ERA in May.
“They are all very deserving of the honor because they have each been very consistent for us on a day in and day out basis,” said manager Ryan Minor. “Conley has done been our most consistent offensive player, Rosa has played a great shortstop for us and Beal has been our workhorse on the hill.”
Hagerstown, Hickory and Kannapolis led the led the Northern Division with five all-star selections.
For more information about the 2010 All-Star Game, click here.
Salisbury, Md. – The South Atlantic League announced on Monday the participants for the 2010 SAL All-Star Game, which will be contested at Fluor Field at the West End in Greenville, South Carolina on June 22. Three Delmarva Shorebirds players have been selected to the Northern Division squad. Right-handed starter Jesse Beal, right fielder Brian Conley and shortstop Garabez Rosa will represent the Shorebirds. Conley will get the starting nod in right field, while Rosa was selected as a utility infielder.
Conley, who will be making his first professional all-star appearance, has led the Shorebirds in batting average the entire season. Through 56 games, Conley is hitting .297 with 13 RBIs. Conley ranks 12th in the league average, second in the loop in on-base percentage (.423) and second in the league in walks (41). The Gaithersburg, Maryland native also paces the ‘Birds in hits with 55. The 17th round selection of the Orioles in 2008 had a stellar month of April. He hit .338 with five doubles, a homer and four RBIs.
Rosa, the second youngest everyday position player on the Shorebirds roster, will also be making his first all-star appearance. The Higuey, Dominican Republic native is batting .278 with 20 doubles and 22 runs-batted-in. Rosa leads the Shorebirds in doubles and ranks second on the club in RBIs. The 20-year old had a fine month April, posting a .333 batting average in 20 games.
Beal has been the most consistent Shorebirds starting pitcher. He leads the Shorebirds staff in wins (4), innings pitched (67.1) and ranks third on the staff with 41 strikeouts. Beal posted eight straight quality starts between April 21 and May 30. He became the first Shorebirds pitcher to accomplish that since 2005. The Fairfax Station, Virginia native went 3-0 with a 2.27 ERA in May.
“They are all very deserving of the honor because they have each been very consistent for us on a day in and day out basis,” said manager Ryan Minor. “Conley has done been our most consistent offensive player, Rosa has played a great shortstop for us and Beal has been our workhorse on the hill.”
Hagerstown, Hickory and Kannapolis led the led the Northern Division with five all-star selections.
For more information about the 2010 All-Star Game, click here.
Fundraiser Event
Yard Sale at Delmar Middle and Senior High School to benefit Mentoring Program! Rain or Shine-held under school awning! Saturday, June 19th form 7 am until 1 pm. Spaces are available for rent for $10 for 10 feet or $15 for 20 feet. Tables are not provided. Vendors are welcome! All proceeds benefit DSMHS Mentoring Program! Donations of yard sale items are also accepted. Contact Allison at 410-896-2223 or abergeron@delmar.k12.de.us or Faith at fkrebs@delmar.k12.de.us
We are also looking for community members to become mentors for our students. If you, or any of your readers, are interested in becoming a mentor you can contact Allison at abergeron@delmar.k12.de.us or Faith at fkrebs@delmar.k12.de.us. Mentoring makes a difference. Students that have a mentor Have better attendance, Improve their grades, Have better relationships, Increase self-esteem, Reduce risky behavior (drugs/alcohol, bullying, teen pregnancy). In just one hour a week you can change the life of a young student which will ultimately affect our entire community.
We are also looking for community members to become mentors for our students. If you, or any of your readers, are interested in becoming a mentor you can contact Allison at abergeron@delmar.k12.de.us or Faith at fkrebs@delmar.k12.de.us. Mentoring makes a difference. Students that have a mentor Have better attendance, Improve their grades, Have better relationships, Increase self-esteem, Reduce risky behavior (drugs/alcohol, bullying, teen pregnancy). In just one hour a week you can change the life of a young student which will ultimately affect our entire community.
Listing Of Spring Concerts, Plays, Programs And Other Special Events In Wicomico Schools
June 8, June 10 7 p.m.
Spring Musical Play: “No Strings Attached”
A Musical Adaptation of the story of Pinocchio Presented by chorus students in grades 5-8 Pittsville Elementary and Middle School Director: Janice Davis Admission: No charge, but tickets are required for seating purposes 410-677-5811
June 9 6:30 p.m.
Band and Chorus Spring Concert
North Salisbury Elementary
Come out to hear the band play folk songs and the 3rd-Grade Chorus present “Possibilities: The Celebration of Life” by Teresa Jennings. This is a wonderful program about the great dreams students have and the chances they will have in life to do great things and become great people. Program is under the direction of Mary Lee Winters, Josephine Karg and Katherine Frase. Admission: Free 410-677-5807
7 p.m. (new date of June 9, originally June 2)
“A Journey through Music” by 8th-Grade Chorus
Salisbury Middle School
“A Journey through Music” will take you on a musical history lesson through jazz, Motown, rock ‘n’ roll, and much more, under the direction of Toni Cropper. This concert is sure to take you back to the days of old (and some newer days) and have the audience singing along with the choir for songs made famous by Ella Fitzgerald, The Beatles, The Temptations, Taylor Swift and more. Admission: Free 410-677-5149
June 10 6:30 p.m.
“Fiddlesticks and Folksongs”
Westside Intermediate School cafeteria
Band and string spring concert, under the direction of Mary Lee Winters Admission: Free 410-677-5118
June 10-11
PBIS Swim Days at the Elks
Westside Intermediate School
Students who qualified for the PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports program) end-of-year incentive will visit the Elks pool in Salisbury on June 10 (grades 2-3) or June 11 (grades 4-5).
June 14
Flag Day Celebration
Charles H. Chipman Elementary
Students of Charles H. Chipman Elementary will celebrate Flag Day on June 14 with patriotic songs, readings and poems about America and the flag. They will honor veterans and relatives of the school family who are presently serving our country. The program will begin in the cafeteria at 10:30 a.m. 410-677-5814.
Promotion Ceremony Westside Primary The end-of-year Promotion Ceremony for first-grade students will take place at 10 a.m.
June 14-15 5th-Grade Night, 5th-Grade Day Westside Intermediate School Fifth-graders and their families will celebrate the completion of students’ years at Westside Intermediate with a 5th-Grade Night June 14 and 5th-Grade Day June 15.
June 15 Award Ceremonies Westside Primary The year-end award ceremonies for Westside Primary prekindergartners will take place at 10 a.m. for AM prek and 2 p.m. for PM prek.
June 16 Promotion Ceremony Westside Primary The year-end award Promotion Ceremony for Westside Primary first graders will take place at 10 a.m.
June 16, 17, 18
Award Ceremonies
Westside Intermediate
June 16: Grade 4 Awards, 9:15 a.m.
June 17: Grade 3 Awards, 9:15 a.m.
June 18: Grade 2 Awards, 9:15 a.m.
Spring Musical Play: “No Strings Attached”
A Musical Adaptation of the story of Pinocchio Presented by chorus students in grades 5-8 Pittsville Elementary and Middle School Director: Janice Davis Admission: No charge, but tickets are required for seating purposes 410-677-5811
June 9 6:30 p.m.
Band and Chorus Spring Concert
North Salisbury Elementary
Come out to hear the band play folk songs and the 3rd-Grade Chorus present “Possibilities: The Celebration of Life” by Teresa Jennings. This is a wonderful program about the great dreams students have and the chances they will have in life to do great things and become great people. Program is under the direction of Mary Lee Winters, Josephine Karg and Katherine Frase. Admission: Free 410-677-5807
7 p.m. (new date of June 9, originally June 2)
“A Journey through Music” by 8th-Grade Chorus
Salisbury Middle School
“A Journey through Music” will take you on a musical history lesson through jazz, Motown, rock ‘n’ roll, and much more, under the direction of Toni Cropper. This concert is sure to take you back to the days of old (and some newer days) and have the audience singing along with the choir for songs made famous by Ella Fitzgerald, The Beatles, The Temptations, Taylor Swift and more. Admission: Free 410-677-5149
June 10 6:30 p.m.
“Fiddlesticks and Folksongs”
Westside Intermediate School cafeteria
Band and string spring concert, under the direction of Mary Lee Winters Admission: Free 410-677-5118
June 10-11
PBIS Swim Days at the Elks
Westside Intermediate School
Students who qualified for the PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports program) end-of-year incentive will visit the Elks pool in Salisbury on June 10 (grades 2-3) or June 11 (grades 4-5).
June 14
Flag Day Celebration
Charles H. Chipman Elementary
Students of Charles H. Chipman Elementary will celebrate Flag Day on June 14 with patriotic songs, readings and poems about America and the flag. They will honor veterans and relatives of the school family who are presently serving our country. The program will begin in the cafeteria at 10:30 a.m. 410-677-5814.
Promotion Ceremony Westside Primary The end-of-year Promotion Ceremony for first-grade students will take place at 10 a.m.
June 14-15 5th-Grade Night, 5th-Grade Day Westside Intermediate School Fifth-graders and their families will celebrate the completion of students’ years at Westside Intermediate with a 5th-Grade Night June 14 and 5th-Grade Day June 15.
June 15 Award Ceremonies Westside Primary The year-end award ceremonies for Westside Primary prekindergartners will take place at 10 a.m. for AM prek and 2 p.m. for PM prek.
June 16 Promotion Ceremony Westside Primary The year-end award Promotion Ceremony for Westside Primary first graders will take place at 10 a.m.
June 16, 17, 18
Award Ceremonies
Westside Intermediate
June 16: Grade 4 Awards, 9:15 a.m.
June 17: Grade 3 Awards, 9:15 a.m.
June 18: Grade 2 Awards, 9:15 a.m.
Highlighted Events This Weekend And Next Week In Wicomico Schools
Tuesday, June 8
Maryland Blue Ribbon School Tour of Excellence
Northwestern Elementary School
Maryland Superintendent of Schools Dr. Nancy Grasmick brings the Maryland Blue Ribbon School Tour of Excellence to Northwestern Elementary School in Mardela Springs at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 8. Among the guests for this celebration of excellence are, in addition to Dr. Grasmick, Dr. Darla Strouse, director of Maryland’s Blue Ribbon Schools Program; Maryland Sen. Richard Colburn; Maryland Del. Rudy Cane; Maryland Del. Norman Conway; a representative from U.S. Rep. Frank Kratovil; Wicomico County Executive Rick Pollitt; members of the Wicomico County Council; Wicomico County Board of Education members; and Superintendent of Schools Dr. John Fredericksen and other school system officials. There will be comments from the guests and a musical performance by students in celebration of Northwestern Elementary’s Blue Ribbon status.
Tuesday, June 8
Board of Education Monthly Meeting
Board of Education Auditorium
The Wicomico County Board of Education will hold its monthly meeting at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 8, in the Board of Education Auditorium. An agenda is posted at www.wcboe.org. Agenda items include: administrative appointments and transfers, and the fiscal year 2011 Education Facilities Master Plan. 410-677-4561.
Tuesday, June 8, at 7 p.m.
Board of Education Awards & Recognitions Night
Parkside High School
The final Board of Education Awards & Recognitions Night of the 2009-10 school year will take place at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 8, at Parkside High School. These outstanding students, staff, schools, programs and community partners will be recognized, in this order:
Outstanding STEM Partner
2010 Retirees
Reflections State Honorees
McDonald’s McEducator Awards
2010 Superintendent’s Art Collection
Destination ImagiNation
Math 24 Game
First in Math
Elementary Math Competition
Kids Helping Kids
Link for Literature
First Lego League State Tournament Teams
2010 Optimist Oratorical Contest
Reading Rally T-Shirt Design
Maryland Rural Health Med Spelling Bee
Locks of Love
JMB “It’s Academic”
Career Day Essays
Eagle Scouts
2010 Team America Rocketry Challenge
African American Summit Program Awards
Maryland FBLA
Parkside CTE Robotics
Music Performance Recognition
Spring Sports Summary
Bayside Scholar Athletes
Maryland State Education Technology Teacher
2010 Parent Involvement Matters Award Winner
Wor-Wic Community College Graduation Speaker
Outstanding Community Service Program
Wicomico County Mentoring Project - 10 & 15 Year Mentors
Best-Mannered Teacher Award
Excellence for Minority Achievement
WMDT Teacher Who Makes A Difference
Giant Teacher of the Month
Wednesday. June 9
Superintendent’s Open Door Session
Board of Education Building
Superintendent of Schools Dr. John Fredericksen will hold a Superintendent’s Open Door Session from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, June 9, in the Administrative Conference Room of the Board of Education Building, Mt. Hermon Road and Long Avenue, Salisbury. Open Door Sessions provide the opportunity for people to meet one-on-one with the superintendent. People may express concerns, offer comment, or ask questions on any issue involving Wicomico schools. No appointment is needed. 410-677-4495.
REMINDER ON SCHOOL CALENDAR CHANGES
An updated 2009-10 school calendar is posted at http://www.wcboe.org"www.wcboe.org under Quick Links. Students and parents/guardians should note the following changes in the original 2009-10 school calendar:
June 9-11: Regular school days (originally scheduled as half-days)
June 14 and 15: Regular school days (added as makeup days due to inclement weather closings)
June 16, 17 and 18: Half-days. (Added as makeup days due to inclement weather closings).
June 18: Last day of school for students
Dismissal schedule on half-days:
Middle and high schools dismiss at 12:50 p.m.
Elementary schools dismiss at 1:30 p.m.
Exceptions:
11:30 a.m. Delmar Elementary Magnet students dismissed.
11:55 a.m. Delmar Elementary dismissed.
12:20 p.m. North Salisbury/Pemberton Elementary Magnet students dismissed. Pinehurst Special Learning Center dismisses.
12:30 p.m. Wicomico High/Wicomico Middle Special Learning Centers dismiss. ELL dismisses. Prince Street Elementary dismisses.
12:45 p.m. Willards Elementary dismisses.
12:50 p.m. Pittsville Elementary and Middle dismisses.
1:30 p.m. Wicomico Early Learning Center dismisses.
Choices schedule on half-days: Choices I, 8-11 a.m. Choices II, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Special Notes:
Tuesday, June 15
Last day for ATEX, CTE
Tuesday June 15, Thursday, June 17
Prekindergarten Ends
PM prekindergarten classes will meet for the last time on Tuesday, June 15. AM prekindergarten classes will meet for the last time on Thursday, June 17.
Friday, June 18
Last day for high school orchestra, Latin, ROTC, VPA. On June 18, there will be no prekindergarten classes or Wicomico Early Learning Center (WELC) classes.
**End-of-Year Schedule for James M. Bennett High School**
The last day of school for James M. Bennett High School students will be Friday, June 11, so that teachers and staff can move to the new James M. Bennett High building during the week of June 14-18.
Underclass exams will take place from June 9-11 at JMB using the schedule listed below:
June 9 – exams in periods 6 & 7
June 10 – exams in periods 4 & 5
June 11 – exams in periods 1, 2, 3; makeup exams in the afternoon
This early dismissal applies to James M. Bennett High School students for this year only and to no other school in the county.
By establishing the week of June 14-18 as a moving week, the teachers will be able to have all of their items moved, have professional development and training on the latest technology, and be ready to receive four grade levels of students in the new building in August.
June 11
Reading Garden Dedication
Westside Intermediate School
Westside Intermediate School in Hebron will hold a brief dedication ceremony at 9 a.m. for its new Reading Garden. The Reading Garden was funded by a Lowe’s Toolbox for Education grant, and designed by Principal Pam Mitchell and Rick Smith of Facility Services. The school system’s grounds crew will be thanked for doing the installation. 410-677-5118.
Maryland Blue Ribbon School Tour of Excellence
Northwestern Elementary School
Maryland Superintendent of Schools Dr. Nancy Grasmick brings the Maryland Blue Ribbon School Tour of Excellence to Northwestern Elementary School in Mardela Springs at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 8. Among the guests for this celebration of excellence are, in addition to Dr. Grasmick, Dr. Darla Strouse, director of Maryland’s Blue Ribbon Schools Program; Maryland Sen. Richard Colburn; Maryland Del. Rudy Cane; Maryland Del. Norman Conway; a representative from U.S. Rep. Frank Kratovil; Wicomico County Executive Rick Pollitt; members of the Wicomico County Council; Wicomico County Board of Education members; and Superintendent of Schools Dr. John Fredericksen and other school system officials. There will be comments from the guests and a musical performance by students in celebration of Northwestern Elementary’s Blue Ribbon status.
Tuesday, June 8
Board of Education Monthly Meeting
Board of Education Auditorium
The Wicomico County Board of Education will hold its monthly meeting at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 8, in the Board of Education Auditorium. An agenda is posted at www.wcboe.org. Agenda items include: administrative appointments and transfers, and the fiscal year 2011 Education Facilities Master Plan. 410-677-4561.
Tuesday, June 8, at 7 p.m.
Board of Education Awards & Recognitions Night
Parkside High School
The final Board of Education Awards & Recognitions Night of the 2009-10 school year will take place at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 8, at Parkside High School. These outstanding students, staff, schools, programs and community partners will be recognized, in this order:
Outstanding STEM Partner
2010 Retirees
Reflections State Honorees
McDonald’s McEducator Awards
2010 Superintendent’s Art Collection
Destination ImagiNation
Math 24 Game
First in Math
Elementary Math Competition
Kids Helping Kids
Link for Literature
First Lego League State Tournament Teams
2010 Optimist Oratorical Contest
Reading Rally T-Shirt Design
Maryland Rural Health Med Spelling Bee
Locks of Love
JMB “It’s Academic”
Career Day Essays
Eagle Scouts
2010 Team America Rocketry Challenge
African American Summit Program Awards
Maryland FBLA
Parkside CTE Robotics
Music Performance Recognition
Spring Sports Summary
Bayside Scholar Athletes
Maryland State Education Technology Teacher
2010 Parent Involvement Matters Award Winner
Wor-Wic Community College Graduation Speaker
Outstanding Community Service Program
Wicomico County Mentoring Project - 10 & 15 Year Mentors
Best-Mannered Teacher Award
Excellence for Minority Achievement
WMDT Teacher Who Makes A Difference
Giant Teacher of the Month
Wednesday. June 9
Superintendent’s Open Door Session
Board of Education Building
Superintendent of Schools Dr. John Fredericksen will hold a Superintendent’s Open Door Session from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, June 9, in the Administrative Conference Room of the Board of Education Building, Mt. Hermon Road and Long Avenue, Salisbury. Open Door Sessions provide the opportunity for people to meet one-on-one with the superintendent. People may express concerns, offer comment, or ask questions on any issue involving Wicomico schools. No appointment is needed. 410-677-4495.
REMINDER ON SCHOOL CALENDAR CHANGES
An updated 2009-10 school calendar is posted at http://www.wcboe.org"www.wcboe.org under Quick Links. Students and parents/guardians should note the following changes in the original 2009-10 school calendar:
June 9-11: Regular school days (originally scheduled as half-days)
June 14 and 15: Regular school days (added as makeup days due to inclement weather closings)
June 16, 17 and 18: Half-days. (Added as makeup days due to inclement weather closings).
June 18: Last day of school for students
Dismissal schedule on half-days:
Middle and high schools dismiss at 12:50 p.m.
Elementary schools dismiss at 1:30 p.m.
Exceptions:
11:30 a.m. Delmar Elementary Magnet students dismissed.
11:55 a.m. Delmar Elementary dismissed.
12:20 p.m. North Salisbury/Pemberton Elementary Magnet students dismissed. Pinehurst Special Learning Center dismisses.
12:30 p.m. Wicomico High/Wicomico Middle Special Learning Centers dismiss. ELL dismisses. Prince Street Elementary dismisses.
12:45 p.m. Willards Elementary dismisses.
12:50 p.m. Pittsville Elementary and Middle dismisses.
1:30 p.m. Wicomico Early Learning Center dismisses.
Choices schedule on half-days: Choices I, 8-11 a.m. Choices II, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Special Notes:
Tuesday, June 15
Last day for ATEX, CTE
Tuesday June 15, Thursday, June 17
Prekindergarten Ends
PM prekindergarten classes will meet for the last time on Tuesday, June 15. AM prekindergarten classes will meet for the last time on Thursday, June 17.
Friday, June 18
Last day for high school orchestra, Latin, ROTC, VPA. On June 18, there will be no prekindergarten classes or Wicomico Early Learning Center (WELC) classes.
**End-of-Year Schedule for James M. Bennett High School**
The last day of school for James M. Bennett High School students will be Friday, June 11, so that teachers and staff can move to the new James M. Bennett High building during the week of June 14-18.
Underclass exams will take place from June 9-11 at JMB using the schedule listed below:
June 9 – exams in periods 6 & 7
June 10 – exams in periods 4 & 5
June 11 – exams in periods 1, 2, 3; makeup exams in the afternoon
This early dismissal applies to James M. Bennett High School students for this year only and to no other school in the county.
By establishing the week of June 14-18 as a moving week, the teachers will be able to have all of their items moved, have professional development and training on the latest technology, and be ready to receive four grade levels of students in the new building in August.
June 11
Reading Garden Dedication
Westside Intermediate School
Westside Intermediate School in Hebron will hold a brief dedication ceremony at 9 a.m. for its new Reading Garden. The Reading Garden was funded by a Lowe’s Toolbox for Education grant, and designed by Principal Pam Mitchell and Rick Smith of Facility Services. The school system’s grounds crew will be thanked for doing the installation. 410-677-5118.
GOVERNOR O’MALLEY TO CONTINUE “JOBS ACROSS MARYLAND” TOUR
VISIT FREDERICK COUNTY’S NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE
AT RIVERSIDE RESEARCH PARK
ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Martin O’Malley tomorrow will continue his “Jobs Across Maryland” tour and will visit the National Cancer Institute at Riverside Research Park, a 330,000 square foot advanced technology research facility being constructed in Frederick County. The research park is supporting up to 500 workers during construction, and will add approximately 200 additional jobs when complete.
Frederick is home to more than 75 bioscience companies, making Frederick the second largest cluster of bioscience companies in the state. Fort Detrick and the National Cancer Institute-Frederick are the major drivers behind this biotech hub. There is more than $1.3 billion in new construction underway on Fort Detrick alone. The NCI-Frederick facility at Riverside Research Park will serve as anchor tenant for the first life sciences park in Frederick and will become an economic engine that continues to drive the growth of Frederick, and the State and the region’s bioscience industry.
AT RIVERSIDE RESEARCH PARK
ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Martin O’Malley tomorrow will continue his “Jobs Across Maryland” tour and will visit the National Cancer Institute at Riverside Research Park, a 330,000 square foot advanced technology research facility being constructed in Frederick County. The research park is supporting up to 500 workers during construction, and will add approximately 200 additional jobs when complete.
Frederick is home to more than 75 bioscience companies, making Frederick the second largest cluster of bioscience companies in the state. Fort Detrick and the National Cancer Institute-Frederick are the major drivers behind this biotech hub. There is more than $1.3 billion in new construction underway on Fort Detrick alone. The NCI-Frederick facility at Riverside Research Park will serve as anchor tenant for the first life sciences park in Frederick and will become an economic engine that continues to drive the growth of Frederick, and the State and the region’s bioscience industry.
LT. GOVERNOR BROWN SPEAKS AT HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FORUM
TOUTS FEDERAL RECOGNITION OF MARYLAND’S HEALTH IT PLAN
Forum aims to educate Minority Business Enterprise firms about health information technology opportunities
GREENBELT, Md. – At a forum yesterday sponsored by the Governor’s Office of Minority Affairs (GOMA) and Chesapeake Regional Information System for our Patients (CRISP) today, Lt. Governor Anthony G. Brown announced that Maryland is one of three states with State Health IT plans approved by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, allowing the state to move forward to implement a functional health information exchange. Brown made the announcement during remarks to minority businesses active and interested in health IT regarding Maryland’s efforts to build a national model for health information technology.
“Health IT is a vital component of health reform. Effective implementation of health IT will ensure that clinicians have the right information available at the right time. It will improve treatment, prevent errors and reduce health care costs. It will help us gather information to improve disease surveillance, improve our understanding of what works in the real world and shape practice guidelines. In many ways, it will help bring the health care profession entirely into the 21st century,” said Lt. Governor Brown. “We are proud to be recognized by David Blumenthal and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for our work to build a model health information exchange. Since Governor O’Malley and I first took office four years ago, Maryland has emerged as a national leader in health care and we intend to tap our dynamic small and minority-owned business community to ensure that we lead the way on health information technology as well.”
Through a partnership with GOMA, CRISP hosted a Health Information Technology Forum to inform Maryland’s minority- and women-owned businesses about how they can capitalize on business opportunities in the fast-growing health IT sector. As of Monday morning, more than 100 members of the Maryland business community had registered. Representatives from Microsoft, Computer Sciences Corporation and Planned Systems International provided information on opportunities for minority-owned firms within their respective organizations and helped sponsor the event.
“CRISP recognizes that the small-business community has a key role to play in helping thousands of physicians and dozens of hospitals and health facilities move from paper-based to electronic record-keeping,” said David Horrocks, President of CRISP. “We are pleased to work with Lt. Governor and GOMA to host this event.”
Maryland is home to one of the nation’s most diverse business communities and the nation’s most ambitious Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) program. Maryland is the only state in America to collect uniform reporting data, including actual payments to MBEs, nor does any state set a higher MBE participation goal than Maryland’s 25 percent threshold. Since taking office, the O’Malley-Brown administration has increased MBE awards by 61 percent during tough economic times that have seen General Fund spending cut by 3 percent – a $630 million increase from what the previous administration awarded during more prosperous times and during a period when government spending increased by 33 percent.
Investment in health IT through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) and other federally-sponsored initiatives is creating growth opportunities for minority-owned firms seeking to launch or expand capabilities. Over the past year, Maryland and its partners in academia and the non-profit sector have secured nearly $25 million in ARRA funds for the expansion of health IT and development of the health IT workforce in Maryland. Services provided by small businesses could include assistance to physicians seeking to implement electronic health records and developing and training the state’s health information technology workforce.
“The Summit Health Institute for Research and Education (SHIRE) is proud to be one of Maryland’s non-profit sector partners in their efforts to leverage health IT as a tool to address and eliminate health disparities among underserved populations and communities of color,” said Dr. Russell Davis, President of SHIRE. “This meeting will ensure that all members of the community, including minority businesses and community based organizations, are at the table in their efforts to develop a collaborative approach to using health IT meaningfully among those most vulnerable. Towards these ends, SHIRE is looking forward to continuing our work with the Lt. Governor, state officials and CRISP.”
CRISP is a not-for-profit membership corporation advised by a wide range of stakeholders responsible for the healthcare of Maryland’s citizens. CRISP seeks input and advice from patients, hospital systems, physicians, insurance providers, technology providers, privacy advocates, public health officials and advocates for seniors, the uninsured and the medically underserved. CRISP is building an infrastructure to allow clinical information to move electronically among disparate health information systems. Based on the State’s health information plan, CRISP intends to provide safer, timelier, more efficient, effective, equitable, patient-centered care for all Marylanders. Citing CRISP’s efforts and the State’s commitment to building a nationally-recognized health information exchange model, David Blumenthal, National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, recently named Maryland as one of only three states eligible to move forward to begin implementing a health exchange.
The Lt. Governor leads the O’Malley-Brown administration’s efforts to improve and expand health care. Earlier this year, Brown toured hospitals, health clinics and private practices in counties across the state to assess the most pressing needs to expand health information technology. During his remarks, Brown touted Maryland’s successful efforts to expand health coverage to more than 165,000 uninsured Marylanders and remarked that federal health reform passed earlier this year will save Maryland taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars over the next ten years.
Forum aims to educate Minority Business Enterprise firms about health information technology opportunities
GREENBELT, Md. – At a forum yesterday sponsored by the Governor’s Office of Minority Affairs (GOMA) and Chesapeake Regional Information System for our Patients (CRISP) today, Lt. Governor Anthony G. Brown announced that Maryland is one of three states with State Health IT plans approved by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, allowing the state to move forward to implement a functional health information exchange. Brown made the announcement during remarks to minority businesses active and interested in health IT regarding Maryland’s efforts to build a national model for health information technology.
“Health IT is a vital component of health reform. Effective implementation of health IT will ensure that clinicians have the right information available at the right time. It will improve treatment, prevent errors and reduce health care costs. It will help us gather information to improve disease surveillance, improve our understanding of what works in the real world and shape practice guidelines. In many ways, it will help bring the health care profession entirely into the 21st century,” said Lt. Governor Brown. “We are proud to be recognized by David Blumenthal and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for our work to build a model health information exchange. Since Governor O’Malley and I first took office four years ago, Maryland has emerged as a national leader in health care and we intend to tap our dynamic small and minority-owned business community to ensure that we lead the way on health information technology as well.”
Through a partnership with GOMA, CRISP hosted a Health Information Technology Forum to inform Maryland’s minority- and women-owned businesses about how they can capitalize on business opportunities in the fast-growing health IT sector. As of Monday morning, more than 100 members of the Maryland business community had registered. Representatives from Microsoft, Computer Sciences Corporation and Planned Systems International provided information on opportunities for minority-owned firms within their respective organizations and helped sponsor the event.
“CRISP recognizes that the small-business community has a key role to play in helping thousands of physicians and dozens of hospitals and health facilities move from paper-based to electronic record-keeping,” said David Horrocks, President of CRISP. “We are pleased to work with Lt. Governor and GOMA to host this event.”
Maryland is home to one of the nation’s most diverse business communities and the nation’s most ambitious Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) program. Maryland is the only state in America to collect uniform reporting data, including actual payments to MBEs, nor does any state set a higher MBE participation goal than Maryland’s 25 percent threshold. Since taking office, the O’Malley-Brown administration has increased MBE awards by 61 percent during tough economic times that have seen General Fund spending cut by 3 percent – a $630 million increase from what the previous administration awarded during more prosperous times and during a period when government spending increased by 33 percent.
Investment in health IT through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) and other federally-sponsored initiatives is creating growth opportunities for minority-owned firms seeking to launch or expand capabilities. Over the past year, Maryland and its partners in academia and the non-profit sector have secured nearly $25 million in ARRA funds for the expansion of health IT and development of the health IT workforce in Maryland. Services provided by small businesses could include assistance to physicians seeking to implement electronic health records and developing and training the state’s health information technology workforce.
“The Summit Health Institute for Research and Education (SHIRE) is proud to be one of Maryland’s non-profit sector partners in their efforts to leverage health IT as a tool to address and eliminate health disparities among underserved populations and communities of color,” said Dr. Russell Davis, President of SHIRE. “This meeting will ensure that all members of the community, including minority businesses and community based organizations, are at the table in their efforts to develop a collaborative approach to using health IT meaningfully among those most vulnerable. Towards these ends, SHIRE is looking forward to continuing our work with the Lt. Governor, state officials and CRISP.”
CRISP is a not-for-profit membership corporation advised by a wide range of stakeholders responsible for the healthcare of Maryland’s citizens. CRISP seeks input and advice from patients, hospital systems, physicians, insurance providers, technology providers, privacy advocates, public health officials and advocates for seniors, the uninsured and the medically underserved. CRISP is building an infrastructure to allow clinical information to move electronically among disparate health information systems. Based on the State’s health information plan, CRISP intends to provide safer, timelier, more efficient, effective, equitable, patient-centered care for all Marylanders. Citing CRISP’s efforts and the State’s commitment to building a nationally-recognized health information exchange model, David Blumenthal, National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, recently named Maryland as one of only three states eligible to move forward to begin implementing a health exchange.
The Lt. Governor leads the O’Malley-Brown administration’s efforts to improve and expand health care. Earlier this year, Brown toured hospitals, health clinics and private practices in counties across the state to assess the most pressing needs to expand health information technology. During his remarks, Brown touted Maryland’s successful efforts to expand health coverage to more than 165,000 uninsured Marylanders and remarked that federal health reform passed earlier this year will save Maryland taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars over the next ten years.
Coming Up Soon On The Wicomico School Calendar
Tuesday, July 6
Board of Education Meeting
Board of Education Office
The July meeting of the Wicomico County Board of Education will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 6, at the Board of Education Office. (This meeting has been rescheduled from the regular meeting date of July 13.) The July Board meeting includes the annual reorganization of the Board and the election of a president and vice president. 410-677-4561.
Saturday, July 10
Board of Education Auction
James M. Bennett High
The Board of Education's annual auction will take place at the original James M. Bennett High School starting at 9 a.m.
Friday, July 16
School Readiness Fair Pemberton Elementary School
The annual School Readiness Fair for young children and their families will be held from 4-7 p.m. Friday, July 16, at Pemberton Elementary School. This will be an opportunity for children and their parents/guardians to meet representatives of their schools and local community organizations, pick up teaching materials, and learn about school bus safety from Buster the Bus. The Readiness Fair will include free dinner, door prizes, real school bus rides, games and crafts. Call 410-677-4580 to register as an exhibitor or to get more information.
Board of Education Meeting
Board of Education Office
The July meeting of the Wicomico County Board of Education will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 6, at the Board of Education Office. (This meeting has been rescheduled from the regular meeting date of July 13.) The July Board meeting includes the annual reorganization of the Board and the election of a president and vice president. 410-677-4561.
Saturday, July 10
Board of Education Auction
James M. Bennett High
The Board of Education's annual auction will take place at the original James M. Bennett High School starting at 9 a.m.
Friday, July 16
School Readiness Fair Pemberton Elementary School
The annual School Readiness Fair for young children and their families will be held from 4-7 p.m. Friday, July 16, at Pemberton Elementary School. This will be an opportunity for children and their parents/guardians to meet representatives of their schools and local community organizations, pick up teaching materials, and learn about school bus safety from Buster the Bus. The Readiness Fair will include free dinner, door prizes, real school bus rides, games and crafts. Call 410-677-4580 to register as an exhibitor or to get more information.
Tune Into The Rip Rippons Show Today To Hear Andy
Andy will be a guest on tomorrow's Rip Rippons Show on WCEM 1240 AM in Cambridge from 10 AM - 11 AM.Call in to talk to Andy and ask him your questions. You can call in at 410-228-9238 or 1-866-687-5483. You can also email your questions to straight.talk1240@hotmail.com.
‘BIRDS SURVIVE FOR 7-6 WIN OVER SUNS
Bundy Tosses Seven-Inning Gem
SALISBURY, Md. – Right-hander Bobby Bundy threw seven innings, allowing one run on four hits and Delmarva withstood a late charge by Hagerstown for a 7-6 victory at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium Monday.
Bundy (1-3) struck out four and did not issue a walk for the win. The Suns (30-29) scored five runs over the final two innings but fell to the Shorebirds (25-34) for the second straight game.
The bullpen duo of Jake Smith and Brent Allar let Hagerstown back in the game. With the Suns down 7-1 in the top of the eighth, they put together a two-out rally to plate four runs off Delmarva left-hander Smith. The visitors strung together five straight hits. The Suns got RBI base hits from Francisco Soriano, Steven Souza and Justin Bloxum to make it 7-5 before Allar came one to get the final out of the stanza on a ground out to shortstop by Destin Hood.
J.P. Ramirez scored from third on a wild pitch in the ninth to pull within one but Allar closed the door to nail down the win with his first save.
Kieron Pope ripped a one-out triple to the gap in right-center field, scoring Ty Kelly from second and 2010 South Atlantic League All-Star Brian Conley from first for a 2-0 lead in the bottom of the first.
The Shorebirds added two more runs in the second to push the lead to 4-0. T.J. Baxter singled to start the frame and stole second. Then, with Garabez Rosa up and two men out, Gary Helmick singled. Baxter got stuck halfway between third and home and scored when Hagerstown first baseman Justin Bloxum dropped the ball.
Helmick scored from second on a wild pitch from Suns’ pitcher Jeff Smoker (0-6). The second baseman moved up on the second stolen base of the inning.
Delmarva led 6-0 after four innings. Steve Bumbry lashed his fifth triple of the year to the wall in right, scoring on a fielder’s choice by Baxter to follow. Baxter then came around from second on an infield single to second base with one out.
Smoker was chased from the game after just four innings. He allowed four earned runs on six hits and one walk. He struck out three.
Bumbry picked up an RBI single off reliever Paul Applebee in the fifth to plate Brian Conley who singled and stole second.
The Shorebirds and Suns play the final game of the series Tuesday at 7:05 p.m. For tickets and information, contact the Shorebirds’ box office at (410) 219-3112. On the mound will be right-hander Luis Noel (1-2, 53.14). Hagerstown counters with lefty Mitch Clegg (7-0, 3.38).
SALISBURY, Md. – Right-hander Bobby Bundy threw seven innings, allowing one run on four hits and Delmarva withstood a late charge by Hagerstown for a 7-6 victory at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium Monday.
Bundy (1-3) struck out four and did not issue a walk for the win. The Suns (30-29) scored five runs over the final two innings but fell to the Shorebirds (25-34) for the second straight game.
The bullpen duo of Jake Smith and Brent Allar let Hagerstown back in the game. With the Suns down 7-1 in the top of the eighth, they put together a two-out rally to plate four runs off Delmarva left-hander Smith. The visitors strung together five straight hits. The Suns got RBI base hits from Francisco Soriano, Steven Souza and Justin Bloxum to make it 7-5 before Allar came one to get the final out of the stanza on a ground out to shortstop by Destin Hood.
J.P. Ramirez scored from third on a wild pitch in the ninth to pull within one but Allar closed the door to nail down the win with his first save.
Kieron Pope ripped a one-out triple to the gap in right-center field, scoring Ty Kelly from second and 2010 South Atlantic League All-Star Brian Conley from first for a 2-0 lead in the bottom of the first.
The Shorebirds added two more runs in the second to push the lead to 4-0. T.J. Baxter singled to start the frame and stole second. Then, with Garabez Rosa up and two men out, Gary Helmick singled. Baxter got stuck halfway between third and home and scored when Hagerstown first baseman Justin Bloxum dropped the ball.
Helmick scored from second on a wild pitch from Suns’ pitcher Jeff Smoker (0-6). The second baseman moved up on the second stolen base of the inning.
Delmarva led 6-0 after four innings. Steve Bumbry lashed his fifth triple of the year to the wall in right, scoring on a fielder’s choice by Baxter to follow. Baxter then came around from second on an infield single to second base with one out.
Smoker was chased from the game after just four innings. He allowed four earned runs on six hits and one walk. He struck out three.
Bumbry picked up an RBI single off reliever Paul Applebee in the fifth to plate Brian Conley who singled and stole second.
The Shorebirds and Suns play the final game of the series Tuesday at 7:05 p.m. For tickets and information, contact the Shorebirds’ box office at (410) 219-3112. On the mound will be right-hander Luis Noel (1-2, 53.14). Hagerstown counters with lefty Mitch Clegg (7-0, 3.38).