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Wednesday, August 04, 2010
Don't Worry, The Post I Promised Is Coming
Please be patient just a little while longer Folks. The Post I promised earlier is almost complete. When you see it you'll understand why it took so long, (several days) to put together.
Palin Backs Largely Unknown Candidate For Md. Governor
Former vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin is endorsing a largely unknown candidate in the race for the GOP nomination for Maryland governor.
The former governor of Alaska threw her support behind Brian Murphy in an endorsement announced Wednesday on her Facebook page, bucking a chance to support former congressman and ex-Gov. Robert Ehrlich.
Palin praises Murphy for being a common sense conservative and a firm believer in the free market.
Armed Robbery Suspect Arrested
DATE & TIME: August 4, 2010
Case # 10-0124
LOCATION: Goose Creek Store (Stockton Rd. Pocomoke, MD)
Pizza Hut Restaurant (Linden Ave. Pocomoke, MD)
CRIME: Armed Robbery
VICTIM: Goose Creek Store - Pizza Hut Restaurant - Pocomoke City MD.
NARRATIVE:
On June 9, 2010 at approximately 2335 hours the store clerk of Goose Creek Store located 2322 Stockton Rd. Pocomoke was attempting to close the store for the
night, when she was confronted by three masked men who had just entered the store.
One of which was brandishing a handgun. All three were demanding money, while one was pointing a handgun at the clerk.
The suspects were able to get an undisclosed amount of currency and fled the
area on foot.
During the investigation, it was also learned that approximately 30 minutes prior to the robbery at Goose Creek Store, The manager at Pizza Hut Restaurant (located on Linden Ave Pocomoke, MD) contacted the Pocomoke City police Department, advising that three masked men had just attempted to rob him at gun point, while he was exiting and closing the business for the night.
The clerk advised he was able to enter his vehicle and drove away. Nothing was
taken by the suspects reference the Pizza Hut.
The Worcester County Bureau of Investigations was asked to investigate these two
Robberies in Pocomoke, City.
From the information obtained by the restaurant manager matched the same description, such as physical description, clothing as the given by the clerk at
Goose Creek.
During the investigation information was learned that the three suspects listed
below were involved in the robberies.
The Investigations are continuing.
The First Suspect: Dorian Rashawn Johnson, age 19 – (Pictured Below)
originally from Baltimore,MD and now residing in Pocomoke, MD.
(Arrested & held at the county jail on $250.000.00 Bond)
Second Suspect: Decarlo Marcus White, Age 19 from Pocomoke, MD. WANTED & believed to be still in the Pocomoke City area.
If located call Pocomoke City police 410-957-1600 or The Worcester County Bureau of Investigation (410) 352-3476
Third Suspect: Dexter Barthelamew Wise, Jr. Age 23 (From Laurel Delaware)
(Located)
Each have been charged with a total of 23 Criminal Offenses, to include Armed
Robbery, Assault First Degree, Reckless Endangerment, Conspiracy to commit
robbery.
Salisbury News Continues To Enjoy Growth
One thing is for sure, Salisbury News numbers keep growing each and every day. The nay sayers can bellyache all they want, all they have to do, (and they do, believe me) is look at our Alexa numbers to see we are breaking record days and weeks, one after the other.
Today is yet another huge day and when you see out late night Post tonight you'll see why so many people depend on Salisbury News to deliver you not only the truth, (which hurts sometimes) but the facts as well.
There is a story we have been working on for about two weeks now and the cat is finally out of the bag. We had hoped to keep this article on hold in the hopes that some would just let it go but instead, the information is starting to come out and we have been well prepared to share the TRUTH on this matter.
If you write in a comment knowing what I'm talking about I'll simply reject it. You'll have to wait until we expose it tonight.
Nevertheless, we thank you for visiting Salisbury News and we're glad you're enjoying the content we provide. We'll see you again later this evening.
Toyota Erases Red Ink With A $2.2B Profit
Automaker overcomes concerns about the safety of its vehicles
TOKYO — Toyota reported a quarterly profit of $2.2 billion, reversing from red ink a year earlier as the world's top automaker benefited from a global sales recovery that offset lingering doubts about the safety of its cars.
The company, which makes the Camry sedan and Prius hybrid, raised its full year earnings forecast Wednesday, and said it now expects to sell 7.38 million vehicles worldwide for the year through March 2011, up from 7.24 million the previous year. Previously it forecast sales of 7.29 million vehicles.
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WBI Press release
INCIDENT: Theft of Truck, two trailers and 17 pieces of John Deere equipment.
DATE: July 5,6, 2008
LOCATION: Creighton Trailer Sales and Atlantic Tractor
NARRATIVE: In July of 2008, the Maryland State Police responded to Creighton Trailer Sales in Mardela Springs for a report of the theft of a Ford F-250 truck and two enclosed trailers. Total value of the theft was over $50,000.00.
During the same time The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded to Atlantic Tractor, Salisbury, Maryland for the reported the theft of 17 John Deere zero turn lawnmowers. The total value of theft was over $133,000.00.
Investigators of the Wicomico Bureau of Investigation opened an investigation into both cases. Investigators linked the theft from Creighton Trailer Sales to the theft from Atlantic Tractor. After two years of investigation, Investigators obtained arrest warrants for Bryan Michael Schaken, Jamie Earl Nelson Clemons, and Covah Weston Sawyer all of Pasadena, Maryland. Schaken and Clemons have been served with their arrests warrants and have posted bond. Sawyer is currently in Maryland DOC and is currently awaiting transportation to Wicomico County. Anyone having additional information in reference to these cases please contact Detective Nick Gismondi at 410-548-4898 or Crime Solvers at 410-548-1776.
SUSPECTS*: Bryan Michael Schaken, W/M , 22 years old, of Pasadena Maryland
Jamie Earl Nelson Clemons, W/M, 26 years old, of Pasadena, Maryland
Covah Weston Sawyer, W/M, 34 years old, of Pasadena, Maryland
CHARGES: Theft Over $500 (2 counts)
Theft Scheme Over $500 (2 counts)
DISPOSITION: Schaken and Clemons were released to WCDC and posted bond.
Sawyer is currently in DOC and is awaiting transportation to Wicomico County.
Roughly 75 Percent Of Gulf Oil Spill Is Gone
Most of the oil from the busted Macondo well has been captured, burned off, evaporated or broken down by chemicals, scientists say.
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GOVERNOR SARAH PALIN ENDORSES MURPHY FOR GOVERNOR
SOLIDIFIES MARYLAND GOVERNOR’S RACE ON NATIONAL STAGE WASILLA, ALASKA and CROFTON, MARYLAND
Today, Brian Murphy, Republican Candidate for Governor of Maryland, received the endorsement of Governor Sarah Palin. In endorsing Murphy, Governor Palin acknowledges the national implications of Maryland’s Gubernatorial Race.
“I’m honored to endorse Brian Murphy for Governor of Maryland. Brian is a pro-life, pro-Second Amendment commonsense conservative and a firm believer in the free market and the cause for energy independence. As a former energy industry executive and current small business owner, Brian has the private sector experience that is so lacking in government today. He knows how to incentivize industry to get our economy moving again. Together with his running mate for lieutenant governor, Mike Ryman, Brian will provide Maryland with principled and results oriented leadership.Please join me in supporting Brian by visiting his website at http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=78981606&msgid=388776&act=JK0J&c=632271&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.brianmurphy2010.com%2F and following him on Facebook and Twitter.”
In response to Palin’s endorsement, Murphy issued the following statement:
“I am humbled and honored to receive Governor Palin’s endorsement. Governor Palin has served her city, her state, her country, and her party with distinction. Governor Palin has always been led by principle, conviction and character. I look forward to working with her as we unify the Republican Party in Maryland, and around the country, on its core principles. Governor Palin’s endorsement is an honor and a privilege,” said Murphy.
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Brian Murphy is a successful Maryland businessman with a B.A. in Economics from the University of Maryland and an M.B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School. He is founder of the Plimhimmon Group, whose first investment, the Smith Island Baking Company, has been featured in The Washington Post, the Wharton Magazine, the Baltimore Sun, Businessweek and other publications for its principled approach to job creation in Maryland.
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For more information on the Brian Murphy for Governor campaign, see http://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=78981606&msgid=388776&act=JK0J&c=632271&destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.brianmurphy2010.com%2F.
This Is NYC On Madison Ave In New York City
I wonder what would happen if Christians blocked the streets of New York every Sunday for an hour or two?????
A Christian Nation cannot put up a Christmas scene of the baby Jesus in a public place, but the Muslims can stop normal traffic every Friday afternoon by worshiping in the streets... Something is happening in America that is reminiscent of what is happening in Europe. This is Political Correctness gone crazy...
This is an accurate picture once a year on a Friday afternoon in several locations
throughout NYC where there are mosques with a large number of Muslims that cannot fit into the mosque - They fill the surrounding streets, facing east for a couple of hours between about 2 & 4 p.m. - Besides this one at 42nd St & Madison Ave, there is another, even larger group, at 94th St & 3rd Ave, etc., etc. - Also, I presume, you are aware of the dispute over building another "high rise" Mosque a few blocks from "ground zero" - With regard to that one, the "Imam" refuses to disclose where the $110 million dollars to build it is coming from and there is a lawsuit filed to force disclosure of that information - Just some facts FYI - But then, you have your own troubles with the "immigration" problem and the new AZ law -
November can't come soon enough.
This is in New York City on Madison Avenue, not in France or the Middle East or Yemen or Kenya.
Two Virginia Men Arrest For Transporting Drugs
Location: I-95 Southbound north of Churchman’s Road, New Castle, DE
Date of Occurrence: Wednesday August 4, 2010 at 4:25 a.m.
Defendants:
Christopher P. Harley, 18, Centreville, VA
Christopher Lancaster, 23, Manassas, VA
Vehicle:
2009 Kia Rio
Charges:
Possession with the Intent to Deliver Marijuana
Maintaining a Vehicle for Keeping Drugs
Possession of Marijuana
Conspiracy Second Degree
Resume: Delaware State Police have arrested two Virginian man after they were found to be in possession of approximately 2 pounds of marijuana.
The incident occurred early this morning as a trooper on routing patrol stopped a 1999 Kia Rio for speeding on I-95 southbound in the area of Churchman’s Road, New Castle. After stopping the vehicle, the trooper made contact with the driver, Christopher Harley, and was advised that the vehicle had been rented by his girlfriend who was not present in the car. As the trooper attempted to locate the rental agreement for the car, he located a plastic bag containing marijuana in the vehicle’s glove box. A further search of the car revealed a second plastic bag containing marijuana on the rear floorboard and two more bags in the vehicle’s trunk. The total weight of the marijuana was approximately two pounds. Both Christopher Harley and a passenger, Christopher Lancaster, were arrested on the above listed charges. The driver, Christopher Harley was charged with speeding as well. Harley was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to the Henry Young Prison for lack of $4501.00 secured bail. Christopher Lancaster was also arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to the Henry Young Prison for lack of $4500.00 secured bail.
Date of Occurrence: Wednesday August 4, 2010 at 4:25 a.m.
Defendants:
Christopher P. Harley, 18, Centreville, VA
Christopher Lancaster, 23, Manassas, VA
Vehicle:
2009 Kia Rio
Charges:
Possession with the Intent to Deliver Marijuana
Maintaining a Vehicle for Keeping Drugs
Possession of Marijuana
Conspiracy Second Degree
Resume: Delaware State Police have arrested two Virginian man after they were found to be in possession of approximately 2 pounds of marijuana.
The incident occurred early this morning as a trooper on routing patrol stopped a 1999 Kia Rio for speeding on I-95 southbound in the area of Churchman’s Road, New Castle. After stopping the vehicle, the trooper made contact with the driver, Christopher Harley, and was advised that the vehicle had been rented by his girlfriend who was not present in the car. As the trooper attempted to locate the rental agreement for the car, he located a plastic bag containing marijuana in the vehicle’s glove box. A further search of the car revealed a second plastic bag containing marijuana on the rear floorboard and two more bags in the vehicle’s trunk. The total weight of the marijuana was approximately two pounds. Both Christopher Harley and a passenger, Christopher Lancaster, were arrested on the above listed charges. The driver, Christopher Harley was charged with speeding as well. Harley was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to the Henry Young Prison for lack of $4501.00 secured bail. Christopher Lancaster was also arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to the Henry Young Prison for lack of $4500.00 secured bail.
Senator Colburn Announces Lt. Governor Candidate Mary Kane Will Attend Aug. 5th Reception
Easton, Maryland – Senator Richard F. Colburn (R – Eastern Shore) has announced that Republican Lt. Governor candidate Mary Kane will be attending the August 5th reception being held to support his campaign. Ms. Kane is the former Secretary of State under the Ehrlich administration. She was selected by former Governor Ehrlich as his running mate for the 2010 Gubernatorial Election.
The reception will be held at the historic Inn at 202 Dover in Easton on Thursday, August 5th from 5:30 – 7:30 PM. The event will be hosted by Dale and Bob Rauch and Shelby and Ron Mitchell, and co-hosted by Mary Lou and Robert (Mac) MacDonald and Gennie and Philip Cronan. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served to the guests.
The Inn at 202 Dover is an historic mansion built in 1874 and is an integral part of the historic fabric of Easton. During the reception at the Inn, you will be able to speak with Senator Colburn about issues surrounding the upcoming Primary and General Elections.
Tickets for the event will be $100 per person and may be obtained in advance by calling 410-310-2870. Checks should be made payable to Citizens for Colburn Committee.
HELP WANTED
PRESSMAN / DIRECT MAIL / BINDERY OPERATOR WANTED
ACE Printing & Mailing in Berlin, Maryland is currently accepting applications for the above position. Candidate must have experience in the printing industry, working knowledge of Heidelberg QMDI (4C), Heidelberg QM 46-2, Mailing/Inserting equipment, Collators, etc. although we are willing to train if you have printing industry experience. You will be asked to run a simple job (2C) at the time of interview.
Candidate must have clean, neat appearance and a valid, Maryland drivers license. You must be able to pass a criminal background check.
We’ve been in business for over 25 years. We offer great pay and benefits with a wonderful working environment.
Apply in person at…
ACE Printing & Mailing
10026 Old Ocean City Boulevard Suite 3
Berlin, Maryland 21811
ACE Printing & Mailing in Berlin, Maryland is currently accepting applications for the above position. Candidate must have experience in the printing industry, working knowledge of Heidelberg QMDI (4C), Heidelberg QM 46-2, Mailing/Inserting equipment, Collators, etc. although we are willing to train if you have printing industry experience. You will be asked to run a simple job (2C) at the time of interview.
Candidate must have clean, neat appearance and a valid, Maryland drivers license. You must be able to pass a criminal background check.
We’ve been in business for over 25 years. We offer great pay and benefits with a wonderful working environment.
Apply in person at…
ACE Printing & Mailing
10026 Old Ocean City Boulevard Suite 3
Berlin, Maryland 21811
POLLITT’S PICKS FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION -- UPDATE
Last night’s meeting of the Wicomico County Council had moments that should appear on a “most memorable” reprise of the current body. Discussion of two persons that Rick Pollitt recently recommended for membership on the Planning Commission ignited real fireworks.
One of Pollitt’s nominees – Dwayne Lockman, who trades as the “Rajun Cajun” – had withdrawn after facts about him surfaced, including legal suits in Wicomico County as well as a foreclosure in North Carolina, where he claimed to be a successful developer.
That outcome has obviously angered Sheree Sample-Hughes, who stated her objection to the investigation and presentation of factual information about Mr. Pollitt’s nominees, calling it a personal attack. But Gail Bartkovich set her straight by pointing out that the Council’s job is to do the right thing, not to blindly do what Pollitt wants. Because the County Executive’s staff did not do a proper background check, it is fortunate that someone did.
Pollitt’s other nominee, Jacob Day, was the subject of a last minute effort by Bill McCain – whose days on the Council are numbered – to have that nominee confirmed by the Council. But that ship landed on the rocks. Joe Holloway pointed out that the Commission currently has no member from the east side of the County and no member who is a farmer. Mr. Day lives in Salisbury and works for an environmental advocacy group.
It is not surprising that Mr. Day is supported by McCain, who has voted to strip farmers of their development rights along with the other Democrat members of the Council, Mr. MacLeod and Ms. Sample-Hughes.
This blog broke the facts about Mr. Lockman and Mr. Day, so we take some satisfaction in what has happened since then. For an earlier post see:
http://sbynews.blogspot.com/2010/07/pollitts-appointments-to-p-commission.html
One of Pollitt’s nominees – Dwayne Lockman, who trades as the “Rajun Cajun” – had withdrawn after facts about him surfaced, including legal suits in Wicomico County as well as a foreclosure in North Carolina, where he claimed to be a successful developer.
That outcome has obviously angered Sheree Sample-Hughes, who stated her objection to the investigation and presentation of factual information about Mr. Pollitt’s nominees, calling it a personal attack. But Gail Bartkovich set her straight by pointing out that the Council’s job is to do the right thing, not to blindly do what Pollitt wants. Because the County Executive’s staff did not do a proper background check, it is fortunate that someone did.
Pollitt’s other nominee, Jacob Day, was the subject of a last minute effort by Bill McCain – whose days on the Council are numbered – to have that nominee confirmed by the Council. But that ship landed on the rocks. Joe Holloway pointed out that the Commission currently has no member from the east side of the County and no member who is a farmer. Mr. Day lives in Salisbury and works for an environmental advocacy group.
It is not surprising that Mr. Day is supported by McCain, who has voted to strip farmers of their development rights along with the other Democrat members of the Council, Mr. MacLeod and Ms. Sample-Hughes.
This blog broke the facts about Mr. Lockman and Mr. Day, so we take some satisfaction in what has happened since then. For an earlier post see:
http://sbynews.blogspot.com/2010/07/pollitts-appointments-to-p-commission.html
Wicomico County BOE Bus Drivers Express Frustration To County Council
When you make a $100,000.00 investment to purchase a School Bus and then only get a 1 year contract with the County, what Bank is going to back such a contract/investment? Drivers would like to see a 5 year contract instead.
There are only three weeks left before the school year begins and these bus drivers/owners do NOT have a contract. In fact, John Fredricksen is playing more games with them than these drivers are willing to accept.
T.J. Maloney represented this group last night in yet another emotional and dramatic presentation of just what these drivers are up against. Council President Gail Bartgovich stated she'd make every attempt to hold a meeting with Mr. Fredericksen before Monday to try to straighten out their differences.
I'll allow comments to finish telling the story here because it wouldn't be fair to give off my personal opinion. I expect the comments to skyrocket on this one, so keep your eyes on the comments.
Learn More About Candidate Mike Calpino
Peregrine is Latin for 'wanderer' or 'nomad'. It is the name of this site for two reasons. The first is because our family is embarking on a lifestyle that will be the essence of 'peregrine', we are becoming cruisers. The second is because the name of the vehicle for our lifestyle, a sixty foot brig, is named 'Peregrine'.Our journey to this point is a combination of a lot of factors. Some of them include a desire to live life and do all the things people usually wait until retirement to do and do them with our children. We enjoy travel and seeing new places. We want to drop out of our consumer driven society and simplify life. We want to raise our children in a less threatening environment and with an appreciation for other peoples and cultures. We desire the time to broaden our horizons, develop our talents, learn new skills and spend time with each other and whatever new friends we make along the way. Finally, and most importantly, is a recognition that by following the nomadic pattern of most of the people in the Bible spiritual development will reach a completely different level.
This site is designed to chronicle our journey as a family as we make the transition from a land bound family immersed in western culture to nomadic world travelers. You are welcome to browse and comment and I hope you will find something here that will assist you on this wonderful journey called life.
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EDITORS NOTE: He wants to live a "Normadic Lifestyle", or so he says. Definition: Gypsy, Wanderer, vagabond! It's whatever you want it to be, whatever works for you but here's a
key trait: Knowing you won't be in one place forever.
Steele's Foreign Outreach Effort Angers GOP Leaders
In a bizarre strategy with key midterm elections just three months away, the Republican National Committee is trying to set up meetings between Chairman Michael Steele and foreign ambassadors to the United States – a use of time and money that is exasperating senior Republicans.
An RNC intern sent a message late last month to at least one ambassador on behalf of Neil Alpert, a senior finance aide, according to Politico.
Steele’s outreach to foreign representatives heading into the final stretch of the mid-term election cycle is angering GOP stalwarts already fed up with the controversial chairman’s knack for bad publicity.
“They can’t give any money and they can’t vote,” former RNC Chairman Jim Nicholson told Politico. “I don’t know why you’d take time to do it.”
It is illegal for foreign nationals to contribute to American candidates or political parties.
An RNC intern sent a message late last month to at least one ambassador on behalf of Neil Alpert, a senior finance aide, according to Politico.
Steele’s outreach to foreign representatives heading into the final stretch of the mid-term election cycle is angering GOP stalwarts already fed up with the controversial chairman’s knack for bad publicity.
“They can’t give any money and they can’t vote,” former RNC Chairman Jim Nicholson told Politico. “I don’t know why you’d take time to do it.”
It is illegal for foreign nationals to contribute to American candidates or political parties.
Justice Department Attempts To Intimidate Sheriff Joe
The Justice Department on Tuesday notified an Arizona sheriff's office known for its efforts against illegal immigrants that it has refused to cooperate with a civil rights investigation, is not in compliance with federal law and the department is threatening to sue.
Since March 2009, the U.S. Justice Department has been investigating Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio's office in Phoenix for alleged discrimination and for unconstitutional searches and seizures. Arpaio says the inquiry is focused on his immigration efforts.
Robert Driscoll, a Washington lawyer representing Arpaio, said Justice Department lawyers "have picked the man and the department and are trying to find a violation, rather than find a violation and then seeking to vindicate someone's rights."
"They have been investigating for two years," said Driscoll, who added that most people assume it has something with racial profiling.
But Driscoll said, "If it was going on now, presumably they would have evidence of this now."
In a letter, assistant attorney general Thomas Perez, head of the Justice Department's civil rights division, said the sheriff's office is not turning over material that Perez's lawyers are requesting. Over a year ago, Arpaio's lawyers asked that the Justice Department's Office of Professional Responsibility investigate alleged attorney misconduct regarding the investigation. In his letter to Arpaio's lawyers, Perez said such "unfounded allegations" are not a basis for refusing to cooperate with the Justice Department probe.
In June, the office concluded that no civil rights division attorney at the Justice Department committed professional misconduct or exercised poor judgment in the probe of Arpaio's office.
Perez gave the sheriff's office until Aug. 17 to turn over documents first requested last year in what the department calls an inquiry into claims of discrimination based on national origin.
Arpaio and his legal counsel said a year ago that the sheriff's office would not cooperate with the inquiry.
Since March 2009, the U.S. Justice Department has been investigating Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio's office in Phoenix for alleged discrimination and for unconstitutional searches and seizures. Arpaio says the inquiry is focused on his immigration efforts.
Robert Driscoll, a Washington lawyer representing Arpaio, said Justice Department lawyers "have picked the man and the department and are trying to find a violation, rather than find a violation and then seeking to vindicate someone's rights."
"They have been investigating for two years," said Driscoll, who added that most people assume it has something with racial profiling.
But Driscoll said, "If it was going on now, presumably they would have evidence of this now."
In a letter, assistant attorney general Thomas Perez, head of the Justice Department's civil rights division, said the sheriff's office is not turning over material that Perez's lawyers are requesting. Over a year ago, Arpaio's lawyers asked that the Justice Department's Office of Professional Responsibility investigate alleged attorney misconduct regarding the investigation. In his letter to Arpaio's lawyers, Perez said such "unfounded allegations" are not a basis for refusing to cooperate with the Justice Department probe.
In June, the office concluded that no civil rights division attorney at the Justice Department committed professional misconduct or exercised poor judgment in the probe of Arpaio's office.
Perez gave the sheriff's office until Aug. 17 to turn over documents first requested last year in what the department calls an inquiry into claims of discrimination based on national origin.
Arpaio and his legal counsel said a year ago that the sheriff's office would not cooperate with the inquiry.
2010 Delmar Little League Girls 9-10 Softball All-Stars
Kneeling L-R: Nakita Prado, Brynn Binkley, Mollie Upole, Madisen Shoemaker, Jakayla Sample, Kayla Hovatter
Standing L-R: Hailey Naugle, Samantha Lehman, Manager B.J. Hughes, Carlie Elliott, Avery
Wheatley, Coach Glen Covington, Kelsie Hughes, Carly Covington, Coach Keith Naugle, Alleigh Townsend
The Delmar 9-10 Girls Softball All-Stars representing Maryland District 8 traveled to Perryville, Maryland on July 17, 2010 to participate in the Maryland State Tournament. This was the first all-star experience for seven of these girls, while six had played on the 2009 all-star team. During our practices the girls were told to not be surprised if they were asked to play several different positions along their journey; all that we coaches asked was that they try their best. The girls indeed were asked to play several different positions while in Perryville, and they did a fantastic job. Thanks to good pitching (36 strikeouts in four games), key defensive plays, and excellent run production (23 runs scored versus 13 runs allowed), Delmar began the tournament 1-0 but fell short of the state title finishing runner-up to Perryville District 5. Delmar’s two losses both came at the hands of Perryville; a 5-4 loss and a 4-3 loss (Delmar had eliminated Perryville in the 2009 tournament). The Delmar girls played their hearts out and were a true representation of what it means to play as a team. Before leaving for their journey, the girls participated in a team building task of filling a small container with some dirt from our home field in Delmar. Once the bottle was filled, the team read a softball player’s prayer. As in past traditions, the team shouted a couple of chants to boost their morale – but what made it different this year was that the team brought along some “Delmar Dirt” to hold or touch when they were chanting. The Town of Delmar can be proud of these girls and how they handled themselves on and off the field. It was truly a pleasurable experience, and I am thankful to have had the opportunity to work with the assistant coaches and with these girls.
BJ Hughes
Special Photos From Salisbury's National Night Out
Adoptions don't get any better than this! I instantly recognized this little puppy from our animal adoptions. I wouldn't want to place a wager on who's happier but a big THANK YOU for giving these animals a better life.
Chief Ivan Barkley was enjoying the fellowship of family, friends and co workers at this event.
The Salisbury Zoo Volunteers were on hand with animals that amazed children and adults.
Candidate for States Attorney Matt Maciarello was on hand shaking hands and introducing himself, (and his Family).
States Attorney Davis Ruark was also on hand in Fruitland and Salisbury with his beautiful Bride Susan and Son Christian.
Missouri Voters Reject Mandatory Obamacare
Missouri voters on Tuesday overwhelmingly rejected a key provision of President Barack Obama's health care law, sending a clear message of discontent to Washington and Democrats less than 100 days before the midterm elections.
About 71 percent of Missouri voters backed a ballot measure, Proposition C, that would prohibit the government from requiring people to have health insurance or from penalizing them for not having it.
The Missouri law conflicts with a federal requirement that most people have health insurance or face penalties starting in 2014.
Tuesday's vote was seen as largely symbolic because federal law generally trumps state law. But it was also seen as a sign of growing voter disillusionment with federal policies and a show of strength by conservatives and the tea party movement.
"To us, it symbolized everything," said Annette Read, a tea party participant from suburban St. Louis who quit her online retail job to lead a yearlong campaign for the Missouri ballot measure. "The entire frustration in the country ... how our government has misspent, how they haven't listened to the people, this measure in general encompassed all of that."
Missouri's ballot also featured primaries for U.S. Senate, Congress and numerous state legislative seats. But at many polling places, voters said they were most passionate about the health insurance referendum.
"I believe that the general public has been duped about the benefits of the health care proposal," said Mike Sampson of Jefferson City, an independent emergency management contractor, who voted for the proposition. "My guess is federal law will in fact supersede state law, but we need to send a message to the folks in Washington, D.C., that people in the hinterlands are not happy."
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About 71 percent of Missouri voters backed a ballot measure, Proposition C, that would prohibit the government from requiring people to have health insurance or from penalizing them for not having it.
The Missouri law conflicts with a federal requirement that most people have health insurance or face penalties starting in 2014.
Tuesday's vote was seen as largely symbolic because federal law generally trumps state law. But it was also seen as a sign of growing voter disillusionment with federal policies and a show of strength by conservatives and the tea party movement.
"To us, it symbolized everything," said Annette Read, a tea party participant from suburban St. Louis who quit her online retail job to lead a yearlong campaign for the Missouri ballot measure. "The entire frustration in the country ... how our government has misspent, how they haven't listened to the people, this measure in general encompassed all of that."
Missouri's ballot also featured primaries for U.S. Senate, Congress and numerous state legislative seats. But at many polling places, voters said they were most passionate about the health insurance referendum.
"I believe that the general public has been duped about the benefits of the health care proposal," said Mike Sampson of Jefferson City, an independent emergency management contractor, who voted for the proposition. "My guess is federal law will in fact supersede state law, but we need to send a message to the folks in Washington, D.C., that people in the hinterlands are not happy."
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Fruitland Maryland National Night Out
This had to be the biggest turn out I have seen so far in Fruitland. I have attended this event in Fruitland for the past several years and its great to see a community come together like this.
IDF Commander Killed On Lebanon Border, US Urges Maximum Restraint
Israel vowed to respond harshly to further Lebanese aggression after a reserve battalion commander was killed on Tuesday and another soldier was seriously wounded in the worst violence along the northern border since the 2006 Second Lebanon War.
Lt.-Col. (res.) Dov Harari, 45, from Netanya, was shot dead by a sniper from the Lebanese Armed Forces, and a company commander from his battalion, Capt. Ezra Lakia, sustained a gunshot wound to the chest. By Tuesday evening, Lakia was in stable condition at Rambam Medical Center in Haifa.
The violence began around noon, when a force from Harari’s reserve battalion entered an enclave along the border and near Kibbutz Misgav Am to conduct routine maintenance work. Enclaves refer to land that is sovereign Israeli territory but is on the other side of the border fence, which does not always run directly parallel to the internationally recognized border, known as the Blue Line.
The soldiers had coordinated their movement beyond the fence with UNIFIL and were working to cut down a tree when shots were fired in their direction. Lakia was shot in the chest by a Lebanese Army sniper, and Harari was shot in the head.
The IDF responded with heavy tank fire at an Lebanese position just over the border, killing three soldiers and a Lebanese journalist. Lebanese soldiers then fired rocket-propelled grenades at an Israeli tank south of the border.
IDF artillery began pounding the area, and a number of IAF attack helicopters were dispatched to bomb a Lebanese Armed Forces command center in the southern Lebanese town of Taiba. The center was heavily damaged, as were a number of LAF armored personnel carriers parked nearby.
The United States is urging that both Israel and Lebanon exhibit “maximum restraint” to avoid escalating hostilities between the two countries, after Tuesday’s deadly skirmish on the northern border.
US State Department Spokesman PJ Crowley described the Obama administration as “extremely concerned” about Tuesday’s violence along the Israel-Lebanon border zone. He said American officials are in touch with both sides, as well as with the UNIFIL mission there, to ascertain what happened.
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Lt.-Col. (res.) Dov Harari, 45, from Netanya, was shot dead by a sniper from the Lebanese Armed Forces, and a company commander from his battalion, Capt. Ezra Lakia, sustained a gunshot wound to the chest. By Tuesday evening, Lakia was in stable condition at Rambam Medical Center in Haifa.
The violence began around noon, when a force from Harari’s reserve battalion entered an enclave along the border and near Kibbutz Misgav Am to conduct routine maintenance work. Enclaves refer to land that is sovereign Israeli territory but is on the other side of the border fence, which does not always run directly parallel to the internationally recognized border, known as the Blue Line.
The soldiers had coordinated their movement beyond the fence with UNIFIL and were working to cut down a tree when shots were fired in their direction. Lakia was shot in the chest by a Lebanese Army sniper, and Harari was shot in the head.
The IDF responded with heavy tank fire at an Lebanese position just over the border, killing three soldiers and a Lebanese journalist. Lebanese soldiers then fired rocket-propelled grenades at an Israeli tank south of the border.
IDF artillery began pounding the area, and a number of IAF attack helicopters were dispatched to bomb a Lebanese Armed Forces command center in the southern Lebanese town of Taiba. The center was heavily damaged, as were a number of LAF armored personnel carriers parked nearby.
The United States is urging that both Israel and Lebanon exhibit “maximum restraint” to avoid escalating hostilities between the two countries, after Tuesday’s deadly skirmish on the northern border.
US State Department Spokesman PJ Crowley described the Obama administration as “extremely concerned” about Tuesday’s violence along the Israel-Lebanon border zone. He said American officials are in touch with both sides, as well as with the UNIFIL mission there, to ascertain what happened.
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OMB Nominee's Change Of Date OK For Bonus
President Obama's nominee to oversee the federal budget is amending his latest government ethics filing after misreporting the date he left his job at Citigroup Inc. - addressing questions about his eligibility for a nearly $1 million bonus weeks after the company was bailed out by taxpayers.
The timing of Jacob Lews departure from the Wall Street heavyweight last year and whether his bonus falls under the $1.6 billion of ill-advised payouts uncovered by former federal pay czar Kenneth Feinberg is likely to be a topic of his pending confirmation hearing by the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee. Lawmakers from both parties have called for unsavory bonuses to be returned to federal coffers.
Mr. Lew, a deputy secretary at the Department of State, reported leaving his job as managing director at Citigroup on Jan. 5, 2009, according to a recent ethics filing. Ten days later, Citigroup, propped up by a massive federal bailout, paid Mr. Lew a bonus of $940,000.
Such a timeline, with Mr. Lew getting a bonus after he left the company, could have posed troublesome questions for Citigroup and Mr. Lew, who is Mr. Obama's nominee to replace Peter Orszag atop the White House Office of Management and Budget. Under Citigroup policy, only current employees are entitled to bonuses.
When questioned by The Washington Times about whether Mr. Lew received an exemption from the company's policy, administration officials said Mr. Lew left Citigroup on Jan. 16, 2009 - not 11 days earlier as he recently reported on his ethics form.
Kenneth Baer, a spokesman for the OMB, called the mistake a typographical error and said it is being corrected. He said Mr. Lew has fully disclosed his income to the Senate and to the public. He also said administration officials, while aware of his bonus, are focused on Mr. Lew's two decades of public service, including his work as OMB director for President Clinton.
The timing of Jacob Lews departure from the Wall Street heavyweight last year and whether his bonus falls under the $1.6 billion of ill-advised payouts uncovered by former federal pay czar Kenneth Feinberg is likely to be a topic of his pending confirmation hearing by the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee. Lawmakers from both parties have called for unsavory bonuses to be returned to federal coffers.
Mr. Lew, a deputy secretary at the Department of State, reported leaving his job as managing director at Citigroup on Jan. 5, 2009, according to a recent ethics filing. Ten days later, Citigroup, propped up by a massive federal bailout, paid Mr. Lew a bonus of $940,000.
Such a timeline, with Mr. Lew getting a bonus after he left the company, could have posed troublesome questions for Citigroup and Mr. Lew, who is Mr. Obama's nominee to replace Peter Orszag atop the White House Office of Management and Budget. Under Citigroup policy, only current employees are entitled to bonuses.
When questioned by The Washington Times about whether Mr. Lew received an exemption from the company's policy, administration officials said Mr. Lew left Citigroup on Jan. 16, 2009 - not 11 days earlier as he recently reported on his ethics form.
Kenneth Baer, a spokesman for the OMB, called the mistake a typographical error and said it is being corrected. He said Mr. Lew has fully disclosed his income to the Senate and to the public. He also said administration officials, while aware of his bonus, are focused on Mr. Lew's two decades of public service, including his work as OMB director for President Clinton.
Blue Dogs At Risk Get Help, $200M
House Democratic leaders have directed tens of millions of dollars in federal funds to the districts of vulnerable incumbents, including many conservative Blue Dogs who typically stress fiscal restraint.
Nearly $200 million worth of earmarks has gone to members of the Blue Dog Coalition — including $150 million in the military construction appropriations bill and over $44 million in the transportation bill.
Republicans and a spending watchdog group criticized the earmarks, saying that self-described budget hawks like the Blue Dogs should shun federal funds specifically set aside for their districts.
Earlier in the year, the Blue Dog Coalition proposed a 2 percent cut in discretionary spending for each of the next three years.
“The earmark system is a symbol of a broken Washington,” said Michael Steel, a spokesman for House Republican Leader John Boehner (Ohio). “Anyone who is serious about fiscal discipline should join House Republicans in freezing earmarks and pushing for real reform.”
Steve Ellis, vice president of Taxpayers for Common Sense, a group that tracks federal spending and compiled the earmarks in a spreadsheet, faulted Blue Dogs for chasing earmarks.
“Fiscal responsibility needs to start at home,” Ellis said. “It is difficult for them to wag the finger with one hand and have the other hand out for millions of dollars’ worth of earmarks. It undercuts your credibility.”
Blue Dogs such as Rep. Frank Kratovil (D-Md.), who is in a toss-up race, argue that the projects help their constituents and do not add to the deficit. They note the funds come from a pot of money already set aside for discretionary spending.
Kratovil, who sponsored the Blue Dog legislation that would cut spending by 2 percent each year, collected four earmarks worth more than $5 million in the two recently passed spending bills.
His spokesman dismissed GOP criticism. “Rep. Kratovil’s Spending Reduction Act would finally require Congress to make tough decisions about which priorities deserve funding and which should be cut,” said spokesman Kevin Lawlor.
“Given our fiscal outlook, he feels we can no longer avoid these tough decisions,” Lawlor added. “He has taken the same approach to the appropriations process, submitting requests only for the projects he believes are the most important priorities for the 1st district.”
Nearly $200 million worth of earmarks has gone to members of the Blue Dog Coalition — including $150 million in the military construction appropriations bill and over $44 million in the transportation bill.
Republicans and a spending watchdog group criticized the earmarks, saying that self-described budget hawks like the Blue Dogs should shun federal funds specifically set aside for their districts.
Earlier in the year, the Blue Dog Coalition proposed a 2 percent cut in discretionary spending for each of the next three years.
“The earmark system is a symbol of a broken Washington,” said Michael Steel, a spokesman for House Republican Leader John Boehner (Ohio). “Anyone who is serious about fiscal discipline should join House Republicans in freezing earmarks and pushing for real reform.”
Steve Ellis, vice president of Taxpayers for Common Sense, a group that tracks federal spending and compiled the earmarks in a spreadsheet, faulted Blue Dogs for chasing earmarks.
“Fiscal responsibility needs to start at home,” Ellis said. “It is difficult for them to wag the finger with one hand and have the other hand out for millions of dollars’ worth of earmarks. It undercuts your credibility.”
Blue Dogs such as Rep. Frank Kratovil (D-Md.), who is in a toss-up race, argue that the projects help their constituents and do not add to the deficit. They note the funds come from a pot of money already set aside for discretionary spending.
Kratovil, who sponsored the Blue Dog legislation that would cut spending by 2 percent each year, collected four earmarks worth more than $5 million in the two recently passed spending bills.
His spokesman dismissed GOP criticism. “Rep. Kratovil’s Spending Reduction Act would finally require Congress to make tough decisions about which priorities deserve funding and which should be cut,” said spokesman Kevin Lawlor.
“Given our fiscal outlook, he feels we can no longer avoid these tough decisions,” Lawlor added. “He has taken the same approach to the appropriations process, submitting requests only for the projects he believes are the most important priorities for the 1st district.”
[Note to Frank: The 'pot of money' for earmarks didn't fall from the sky. It's money that, had it not been appropriated into that 'pot', would have REDUCED the deficit. Yeah, I know.. 'Somebody's going to spend it, so why not us..'-- Editor]
Democrats Battle GOP Over Fourteenth Amendment
Senate Democrats pushed back Tuesday against Republican demands to change a part of the 14th Amendment that grants U.S. citizenship by birthright to children of illegal immigrants.
Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) and GOP Whip Jon Kyl (Ariz.) have called for hearings on the amendment, while Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) has called for elimination of the provision.
The arguing is over the Citizenship Clause to the 14th Amendment, which was adopted in 1868 during the Reconstruction era. The clause was intended to reverse the 1857 Supreme Court decision in the Dred Scott case that denied citizenship to African-Americans. The Supreme Court subsequently interpreted the clause to mean that children born in the United States have an inherent right to citizenship.
Republicans maintained Tuesday that modern times present a much more difficult situation, with immigration stressing the country’s resources and dividing the country.
“I’m supportive of [changing the provision] because at the time the amendment was put in, transportation was different, the environment was different and we didn’t have as much crime,” said Sen. James Inhofe (R-Okla.). “Just a lot of things were different.”
Democrats say the calls are merely election-year politics that shamefully target children.
“It’s outrageous,” said Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio). “To target children on this makes no sense. It’s the Constitution. It’s what we’ve done our entire lives. It’s all about politics and Republicans trying to gin up their base. It’s one of those distractions that just puzzles me.”
“The Republicans have to decide if they only like one amendment, which is the second,” said Sen. Barbara Mikulski (D-Md.), referring to the right to bear arms. “I happen to like all of the amendments. They just seem to like only the second one.”
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Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) and GOP Whip Jon Kyl (Ariz.) have called for hearings on the amendment, while Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) has called for elimination of the provision.
The arguing is over the Citizenship Clause to the 14th Amendment, which was adopted in 1868 during the Reconstruction era. The clause was intended to reverse the 1857 Supreme Court decision in the Dred Scott case that denied citizenship to African-Americans. The Supreme Court subsequently interpreted the clause to mean that children born in the United States have an inherent right to citizenship.
Republicans maintained Tuesday that modern times present a much more difficult situation, with immigration stressing the country’s resources and dividing the country.
“I’m supportive of [changing the provision] because at the time the amendment was put in, transportation was different, the environment was different and we didn’t have as much crime,” said Sen. James Inhofe (R-Okla.). “Just a lot of things were different.”
Democrats say the calls are merely election-year politics that shamefully target children.
“It’s outrageous,” said Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio). “To target children on this makes no sense. It’s the Constitution. It’s what we’ve done our entire lives. It’s all about politics and Republicans trying to gin up their base. It’s one of those distractions that just puzzles me.”
“The Republicans have to decide if they only like one amendment, which is the second,” said Sen. Barbara Mikulski (D-Md.), referring to the right to bear arms. “I happen to like all of the amendments. They just seem to like only the second one.”
Frank Kratovil – Sign the Discharge Petition
Rep. Frank Kratovil (D-MD) loves to tell his conservative leaning constituents that he’s “independent”. While voting for the Obama PORKULUS and “Cap and Tax”, Kratovil got scared and voted against ObamaCare.
Well Frank, was it a bad bill or not? If it was worth voting against, why haven’t you signed the discharge petition to repeal it? Could it be that your lords and masters in the House Dem leadership gave you a pass on ObamaCare but would punish you if you signed the discharge petition?
No, that couldn’t be it. Frank’s “INDEPENDENT”. Frank’s a “Blue Dog”.
Wait! Could it be that Frank’s blowing smoke up our collective backsides?
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Joe, A Little Help Here Please......
Poor Charles Otto. Can you see the look in his eyes. Like a little puppy dog saying, a little help here Joe, please. Who'd like to wager he didn't comprehend a single word she was saying?
Disney Theme Parks To Raise Prices Thursday
Fla., Calif. resorts will honor admission tickets sold at old price until Jan. 3
Getting into a Disney theme park will take a little more magic beginning Thursday.
Ticket prices are going up at Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California.
The company announced the changes Tuesday on its blog.
The cost of a one-day adult ticket price at Walt Disney World will raise to $82, up $3 from $79. The new six-day pass will be $242, or $40.33 a day, up from $38.50 a day. Park Hopper add-ons will be $54, up from $52.
At Disneyland, the base price is going up to $76 from $72. Savings and discounts are available in a variety of packages. A one-day Park Hopper pass will be $101, up from $97. A six-day Park Hopper ticket, for example, will be $256, bringing the average one-day visit down to $42.67. A six-day Park Hopper pass through Wednesday is $254, but online and other discounts are available.
Parking at Disneyland Resort is also going up a dollar and will be $15 a day.
Tickets bought through Wednesday at the old price will be honored through Jan. 3.
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Getting into a Disney theme park will take a little more magic beginning Thursday.
Ticket prices are going up at Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California.
The company announced the changes Tuesday on its blog.
The cost of a one-day adult ticket price at Walt Disney World will raise to $82, up $3 from $79. The new six-day pass will be $242, or $40.33 a day, up from $38.50 a day. Park Hopper add-ons will be $54, up from $52.
At Disneyland, the base price is going up to $76 from $72. Savings and discounts are available in a variety of packages. A one-day Park Hopper pass will be $101, up from $97. A six-day Park Hopper ticket, for example, will be $256, bringing the average one-day visit down to $42.67. A six-day Park Hopper pass through Wednesday is $254, but online and other discounts are available.
Parking at Disneyland Resort is also going up a dollar and will be $15 a day.
Tickets bought through Wednesday at the old price will be honored through Jan. 3.
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Electric Cars Face Bumpy Road To Acceptance
Pricing, range issues could slow sales of Chevy Volt, Nissan Leaf
The Chevrolet Volt has won a presidential endorsement and the support of leading environmental activists. Now it needs consumers' embrace when it comes to market later this year.
General Motors’ new extended-range Volt is just one of many advanced electric vehicles that will charge into showrooms over the next several years. Proponents believe the nascent switch to electric propulsion will be a critical step in reducing the nation’s dependence on foreign oil and toward the goal of reducing global warming.
But skeptics question the viability of vehicles like Volt, citing their high cost and limited range as factors that could minimize demand, especially at a time when gasoline prices are relatively affordable.
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The Chevrolet Volt has won a presidential endorsement and the support of leading environmental activists. Now it needs consumers' embrace when it comes to market later this year.
General Motors’ new extended-range Volt is just one of many advanced electric vehicles that will charge into showrooms over the next several years. Proponents believe the nascent switch to electric propulsion will be a critical step in reducing the nation’s dependence on foreign oil and toward the goal of reducing global warming.
But skeptics question the viability of vehicles like Volt, citing their high cost and limited range as factors that could minimize demand, especially at a time when gasoline prices are relatively affordable.
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Endorsements Do Matter
The Washington Post editorial page this week endorsed Mayor Adrian Fenty for a second term.
It said that despite some missteps and questions about some city contracts, Fenty has kept the city on a firm course toward improvements in city schools, crime, social services and economic development.
The editorial writers concluded, Those who believe the District is headed in the right direction should maintain that momentum with a vote for Adrian Fenty.
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It said that despite some missteps and questions about some city contracts, Fenty has kept the city on a firm course toward improvements in city schools, crime, social services and economic development.
The editorial writers concluded, Those who believe the District is headed in the right direction should maintain that momentum with a vote for Adrian Fenty.
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The Tea Party's Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Night
Moderates rule a series of high-profile primaries
Another Tuesday, another round of Republican primaries pitting self-proclaimed tea-party candidates against their (sometimes slightly, sometimes considerably) more moderate opponents--and yet another sign that the Glenn Beck brigade is a long way from "taking back the country," despite all the hype.
So far, the tea party has been the major political story of the 2010 election cycle, and in many ways it's a fascinating, vibrant reflection of the America's current fixations and frustrations. But given that the vast majority of the movement's favored candidates have lost their Republican primary battles--and given that the few candidates who've won, like Rand Paul and Sharron Angle, seem to be underperforming against vulnerable Democratic opponents--there's little reason to think that it will be a major electoral force anytime soon.
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Another Tuesday, another round of Republican primaries pitting self-proclaimed tea-party candidates against their (sometimes slightly, sometimes considerably) more moderate opponents--and yet another sign that the Glenn Beck brigade is a long way from "taking back the country," despite all the hype.
So far, the tea party has been the major political story of the 2010 election cycle, and in many ways it's a fascinating, vibrant reflection of the America's current fixations and frustrations. But given that the vast majority of the movement's favored candidates have lost their Republican primary battles--and given that the few candidates who've won, like Rand Paul and Sharron Angle, seem to be underperforming against vulnerable Democratic opponents--there's little reason to think that it will be a major electoral force anytime soon.
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BP Says 'Static Kill' Working, Mud Holds Well Shut
In a significant step toward stopping the worst offshore oil spill in U.S. history, BP says mud forced down its blown-out well is holding back the flow of crude.
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Most Of Medicaid’s $829 Million In “Savings” Comes From Taxes On Insurance Premiums
Most of the state’s estimated $829 million in “savings” on Medicaid spending from federal health care reform comes not from reduced costs, but from taxes on new insurance coverage generated by the new law.
A study by the Hilltop Institute found that the state government would come out $829 million ahead over the next 10 years because the new law would help cover 358,000 uninsured people, and this would produce $576 million in new premium assessments.
“The new revenue is essentially more volume of people,” said Chuck Milligan, executive director of the Hilltop research institute based at the University of Maryland Baltimore County. “It’s not a new tax, it’s just an increase in volume in an existing tax.”
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Iams Salmonella Recall Expanded
Iams has expanded a voluntary recall of pet food because it might be contaminated with salmonella. No illnesses have been reported, but better safe than crying than over Mr. Tinkers. Here are the affected products so you can get them off your pantry:
Daily Times Selling Editorial Space to SAPOA?
Yesterday we provided some initial impressions of Salisbury mayor Jim Ireton’s legislative package to control the city’s slumlords. Today we are treated to a Daily Times piece that reads as much like a SAPOA white paper than objective journalism.
Ireton’s proposal has flaws. Almost any piece of proposed legislation does. Ireton needs to sit down with SAPOA to receive their input. The Daily Times needs to stop acting like the publisher of SAPOA’s monthly newsletter. Salisbury voters need to carefully examine Ireton’s proposal AND applaud the effort to finally tackle a problem that is getting worse, not better.
Amazing Grace
Rhema Marvanne was born 9/15/02, lost her mother, Wendi Marvanne Voraritskul, to ovarian cancer on November 8, 2008. Rhema lives in Carrollton, TX and attends The Branch Church. This video was done in Texas around McKinney & Dallas where she lives. Her mother had died just a few months before she got to put this together.
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State Police Probe Attempted Robbery Rehoboth
Location:
Fieldcrest Drive and Ramblewood Drive Rehoboth, De
DATE and TIME:
Monday August 2, 11:15 p.m.
Victim(s):
21 year old man Rehoboth, De
Injury:
The victim sustained a minor cut on his nose, swelling to left side of face and large contusion to the back of his head. The victim was treated and released from Beebe Medical Center.
Suspect(s):
Unknown male subjects NFD (no further description)
Possible Suspect Vehicle:
Grey or dark colored four door Jeep (NFD)
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Monday August 2, 2010 Delaware State Police investigated an attempted robbery near the intersection of Ramblewood Drive and Fieldcrest Drive Rehoboth, Delaware. The attempted robbery occurred around 11:15 p.m.
The 21 year old victim was walking to his residence when a slow moving vehicle approached from the rear by a grey or dark colored 4 door Jeep. The victim advised the front right passenger door opened and he was struck on the back of his head by an unknown object. The victim who had his glasses knocked off limiting his ability to see was unable to provide a more detailed description of the suspects. The first suspect continued to assault the victim as he lay on the ground and then attempted to separate him from his backpack. A second suspect also believed to be a male exited the rear passenger side of the Jeep and assisted the first suspect in assaulting the victim. The second suspect also was unable to free the backpack from the victim. The third suspect who was they driver never exited the vehicle.
Giving up after not obtaining the backpack the suspects reentered the Jeep and fled out of the development to an unknown destination. Anyone with information concerning this robbery attempt is to contact Police. 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.
Fieldcrest Drive and Ramblewood Drive Rehoboth, De
DATE and TIME:
Monday August 2, 11:15 p.m.
Victim(s):
21 year old man Rehoboth, De
Injury:
The victim sustained a minor cut on his nose, swelling to left side of face and large contusion to the back of his head. The victim was treated and released from Beebe Medical Center.
Suspect(s):
Unknown male subjects NFD (no further description)
Possible Suspect Vehicle:
Grey or dark colored four door Jeep (NFD)
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Monday August 2, 2010 Delaware State Police investigated an attempted robbery near the intersection of Ramblewood Drive and Fieldcrest Drive Rehoboth, Delaware. The attempted robbery occurred around 11:15 p.m.
The 21 year old victim was walking to his residence when a slow moving vehicle approached from the rear by a grey or dark colored 4 door Jeep. The victim advised the front right passenger door opened and he was struck on the back of his head by an unknown object. The victim who had his glasses knocked off limiting his ability to see was unable to provide a more detailed description of the suspects. The first suspect continued to assault the victim as he lay on the ground and then attempted to separate him from his backpack. A second suspect also believed to be a male exited the rear passenger side of the Jeep and assisted the first suspect in assaulting the victim. The second suspect also was unable to free the backpack from the victim. The third suspect who was they driver never exited the vehicle.
Giving up after not obtaining the backpack the suspects reentered the Jeep and fled out of the development to an unknown destination. Anyone with information concerning this robbery attempt is to contact Police. 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.
BICYCLIST CRASH LAUREL
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Delaware State Police have positively identified the bicyclist involved in the crash with a 2003 GMC Envoy. The crash occurred Sunday August 1, 2010 at approximately 9:10 p.m. The bicyclist involved is 52 year old Jose Aurturo Moscoso of Laurel. Moscoso has only been in the United States for about a year.
The crash occurred as the GMC Envoy was traveling westbound on SR 9 County Seat Highway intersecting with Dukes Lumber Road 2 miles east of Laurel. Jose A. Moscoso was on his bicycle and traveling eastbound on County Seat Highway on the eastbound shoulder.
State Police believe Moscoso was on his way to his residence which was located on the north edge side of County Seat Highway. Moscoso veered into the path of the GMC Envoy and was struck on the right side of his body. Moscoso was transported to Nanticoke Hospital Seaford Delaware where he died from injuries sustained in the crash approximately three hours later. The driver of the GMC Envoy was Mary Ann Bailey-39 of Milton.
State Police have been in contact with Immigration and Naturalization Service and the State of Delaware Medical Examiners office to help determine Moscoco’s naturalization status. Moscoso is originally from Guatemala.
A preliminary Delaware State Police investigation suggests alcohol to have been a factor in the crash. (With victim Jose A. Moscoso) Moscoso was not wearing a helmet.
Delaware State Police are continuing their investigation and there are no charges that have been filed against Mary Ann Bailey.
Delaware State Police have positively identified the bicyclist involved in the crash with a 2003 GMC Envoy. The crash occurred Sunday August 1, 2010 at approximately 9:10 p.m. The bicyclist involved is 52 year old Jose Aurturo Moscoso of Laurel. Moscoso has only been in the United States for about a year.
The crash occurred as the GMC Envoy was traveling westbound on SR 9 County Seat Highway intersecting with Dukes Lumber Road 2 miles east of Laurel. Jose A. Moscoso was on his bicycle and traveling eastbound on County Seat Highway on the eastbound shoulder.
State Police believe Moscoso was on his way to his residence which was located on the north edge side of County Seat Highway. Moscoso veered into the path of the GMC Envoy and was struck on the right side of his body. Moscoso was transported to Nanticoke Hospital Seaford Delaware where he died from injuries sustained in the crash approximately three hours later. The driver of the GMC Envoy was Mary Ann Bailey-39 of Milton.
State Police have been in contact with Immigration and Naturalization Service and the State of Delaware Medical Examiners office to help determine Moscoco’s naturalization status. Moscoso is originally from Guatemala.
A preliminary Delaware State Police investigation suggests alcohol to have been a factor in the crash. (With victim Jose A. Moscoso) Moscoso was not wearing a helmet.
Delaware State Police are continuing their investigation and there are no charges that have been filed against Mary Ann Bailey.
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT EVENTS ACROSS MARYLAND
GOVERNOR MARTIN O’MALLEY, JUDGE KATIE O’MALLEY, LT. GOVERNOR ANTHONY BROWN, MEMBERS OF THE ADMINISTRATION PARTICIPATE IN NATIONAL NIGHT OUT EVENTS ACROSS MARYLAND
BALTIMORE, MD – Governor Martin O’Malley will join Maryland’s First Lady, Judge Katie O’Malley, at several Baltimore-area celebrations of “National Night Out”, while Lt. Governor Brown attends community gatherings in Prince George’s County. Officials from the O’Malley-Brown Administration will participate in similar events throughout Maryland. The Administration will be represented by Cabinet members, staff, and other representatives at nearly 100 events this evening. National Night Out is celebrated nationwide, and includes block parties, cookouts, citizen walks, and other events designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support and participation in local anticrime programs, and strengthen the partnerships between police and community.
“Together, we’ve driven violent crime and property crime down to their lowest rates ever reported, thanks to the dedication of law enforcement and the cooperation of local communities,” said Governor O’Malley. “National Night Out is both a celebration of our accomplishments, and a recognition that there is still more work to be done. Protecting the public’s safety is among our most solemn obligations as public servants, and these events illustrate that we’re all in this together.”
“While violent crime in Maryland is at a historic low, there is still much work to be done. Protecting our residents and improving public safety remains a top priority for the O’Malley-Brown administration and we will continue to use every resource possible to prevent crime and save lives,” said Lt. Governor Brown. “By strengthening our partnerships with community members, faith groups, advocacy organizations, and county and municipal police departments, we will continue to drive positive change in our neighborhoods.”
Through the innovative use of public safety technology, unprecedented information sharing across borders, and strategic reforming of long-troubled public safety state agencies, law enforcement personnel throughout Maryland have driven crime to historic lows:
· Violent crime at its lowest rate ever reported.
· Homicides at their lowest rate ever reported.
· Robberies at their lowest rate ever reported.
· Aggravated Assaults at their lowest rate since 1976.
· Motor vehicle thefts at their lowest rate ever reported.
· Property crime at its lowest rate ever reported.
· Total crime at its lowest rate ever reported.
The O’Malley-Brown Administration works with state and local criminal justice agencies to develop and implement five, basic yet essential crime control strategies:
Identify high risk offenders, hold them accountable, and improve outcomes for offenders through effective re-entry services.
Enhance warrant service to swiftly remove violent offenders from the streets.
Maximize the use of DNA samples and findings to convict the guilt and exonerate the innocent.
Expand efforts to reduce illegal gun use and possession.
Modernize crime fighting and information sharing by maximizing the use of the best available technology.
Since taking office, Governor O’Malley developed the Violence Prevention Initiative, focusing resources to holding accountable the small group of adult and juvenile offenders under State supervision who are most likely to engage in violent crime. The Administration has implemented a targeted approach to warrant service, prioritizing outstanding warrants for the highest risk offenders.
After inheriting a shameful 24,000 backlog of DNA samples, Governor O’Malley dedicated the necessary resources to clearing that backlog, resulting in more than 220 murderers, rapists, robbers and other offenders arrested and removed from Maryland’s streets. Governor O’Malley has championed other innovative uses of public safety technology, including the creation of the Public Safety Dashboard, enabling law enforcement to access more than 92 databases at once, now receiving up to 40,000 queries a day.
BALTIMORE, MD – Governor Martin O’Malley will join Maryland’s First Lady, Judge Katie O’Malley, at several Baltimore-area celebrations of “National Night Out”, while Lt. Governor Brown attends community gatherings in Prince George’s County. Officials from the O’Malley-Brown Administration will participate in similar events throughout Maryland. The Administration will be represented by Cabinet members, staff, and other representatives at nearly 100 events this evening. National Night Out is celebrated nationwide, and includes block parties, cookouts, citizen walks, and other events designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support and participation in local anticrime programs, and strengthen the partnerships between police and community.
“Together, we’ve driven violent crime and property crime down to their lowest rates ever reported, thanks to the dedication of law enforcement and the cooperation of local communities,” said Governor O’Malley. “National Night Out is both a celebration of our accomplishments, and a recognition that there is still more work to be done. Protecting the public’s safety is among our most solemn obligations as public servants, and these events illustrate that we’re all in this together.”
“While violent crime in Maryland is at a historic low, there is still much work to be done. Protecting our residents and improving public safety remains a top priority for the O’Malley-Brown administration and we will continue to use every resource possible to prevent crime and save lives,” said Lt. Governor Brown. “By strengthening our partnerships with community members, faith groups, advocacy organizations, and county and municipal police departments, we will continue to drive positive change in our neighborhoods.”
Through the innovative use of public safety technology, unprecedented information sharing across borders, and strategic reforming of long-troubled public safety state agencies, law enforcement personnel throughout Maryland have driven crime to historic lows:
· Violent crime at its lowest rate ever reported.
· Homicides at their lowest rate ever reported.
· Robberies at their lowest rate ever reported.
· Aggravated Assaults at their lowest rate since 1976.
· Motor vehicle thefts at their lowest rate ever reported.
· Property crime at its lowest rate ever reported.
· Total crime at its lowest rate ever reported.
The O’Malley-Brown Administration works with state and local criminal justice agencies to develop and implement five, basic yet essential crime control strategies:
Identify high risk offenders, hold them accountable, and improve outcomes for offenders through effective re-entry services.
Enhance warrant service to swiftly remove violent offenders from the streets.
Maximize the use of DNA samples and findings to convict the guilt and exonerate the innocent.
Expand efforts to reduce illegal gun use and possession.
Modernize crime fighting and information sharing by maximizing the use of the best available technology.
Since taking office, Governor O’Malley developed the Violence Prevention Initiative, focusing resources to holding accountable the small group of adult and juvenile offenders under State supervision who are most likely to engage in violent crime. The Administration has implemented a targeted approach to warrant service, prioritizing outstanding warrants for the highest risk offenders.
After inheriting a shameful 24,000 backlog of DNA samples, Governor O’Malley dedicated the necessary resources to clearing that backlog, resulting in more than 220 murderers, rapists, robbers and other offenders arrested and removed from Maryland’s streets. Governor O’Malley has championed other innovative uses of public safety technology, including the creation of the Public Safety Dashboard, enabling law enforcement to access more than 92 databases at once, now receiving up to 40,000 queries a day.
POWER CRUISE TO 10-6 WIN OVER SHOREBIRDS
‘Birds Fall to 1-5 on Current Road Swing
Charleston, WV – The West Virginia Power plated eight unanswered runs in the middle part of the game to down the Delmarva Shorebirds 10-6 at Appalachian Power Park on Tuesday night. The Shorebirds have dropped four in a row. Steve Bumbry paced the ‘Birds attack with three hits.
T.J. Baxter vaulted the ‘Birds to an early 1-0 lead. On a 3-2 pitch from Kyle McPherson in the first inning, Baxter launched a home run over the right-center field wall. It was his sixth homer of the season.
In the second, the Power tied the game at 1-1. Rogelio Noris lined a one out single to left field. He then stole second to get into scoring position. With two outs, Bengie Gonzalez hit a single into right field to score Noris.
The Power took their first lead of the night in the third. Jarek Cunningham hit a lead off triple that sailed over the head of Mikey Planeta in center field. Two batters later, Aaron Baker hit a fly ball to deep left field to plate Cunningham.
The Shorebird knotted the affair in the fourth. Kieron Pope led off with a solo homer that flew over the left-center field wall. It was his sixth homer of the season.
In the fifth inning, the Power regained the lead. Evan Chambers ignited the inning with a single up the middle. Then, Aaron Baker hit a double to straight away center to score Chambers. Jose Hernandez followed with a single to move Baker to third. Then, Ramon Cabrera hit a sacrifice fly to center field to give the Power a 4-2 lead.
The Power widened the gap in the sixth inning. West Virginia sent 10 batters to the plate and recorded five hits and four runs against relief pitcher Tom Phelps. The big hit was a two-run double by Evan Chambers.
West Virginia tacked on two more runs in the seventh inning to build a 10-2 lead.
The ‘Birds fought back in the eighth inning against relief pitcher Melkin Laureano. Jason Dalles got the rally going with a double to the left field line. Garabez Rosa then drew a walk. After a groundout by Baxter, Kelly hit an RBI single. The Shorebirds plated their next three runs in the frame on three wild pitches by Laureano to close the gap to 10-6
RHP Kyle McPherson earned the win in five innings pitched. He allowed three hits and two runs. Ryan Kelly threw two scoreless innings and Maurice Bankston earned in the save in the final 1.1 innings.
Shorebirds starter Jesse Beal was pinned with loss in five innings. He allowed eight hits and four runs.
The Shorebirds and Power meet for game three of the series on Wednesday night at 7:05 p.m.
Charleston, WV – The West Virginia Power plated eight unanswered runs in the middle part of the game to down the Delmarva Shorebirds 10-6 at Appalachian Power Park on Tuesday night. The Shorebirds have dropped four in a row. Steve Bumbry paced the ‘Birds attack with three hits.
T.J. Baxter vaulted the ‘Birds to an early 1-0 lead. On a 3-2 pitch from Kyle McPherson in the first inning, Baxter launched a home run over the right-center field wall. It was his sixth homer of the season.
In the second, the Power tied the game at 1-1. Rogelio Noris lined a one out single to left field. He then stole second to get into scoring position. With two outs, Bengie Gonzalez hit a single into right field to score Noris.
The Power took their first lead of the night in the third. Jarek Cunningham hit a lead off triple that sailed over the head of Mikey Planeta in center field. Two batters later, Aaron Baker hit a fly ball to deep left field to plate Cunningham.
The Shorebird knotted the affair in the fourth. Kieron Pope led off with a solo homer that flew over the left-center field wall. It was his sixth homer of the season.
In the fifth inning, the Power regained the lead. Evan Chambers ignited the inning with a single up the middle. Then, Aaron Baker hit a double to straight away center to score Chambers. Jose Hernandez followed with a single to move Baker to third. Then, Ramon Cabrera hit a sacrifice fly to center field to give the Power a 4-2 lead.
The Power widened the gap in the sixth inning. West Virginia sent 10 batters to the plate and recorded five hits and four runs against relief pitcher Tom Phelps. The big hit was a two-run double by Evan Chambers.
West Virginia tacked on two more runs in the seventh inning to build a 10-2 lead.
The ‘Birds fought back in the eighth inning against relief pitcher Melkin Laureano. Jason Dalles got the rally going with a double to the left field line. Garabez Rosa then drew a walk. After a groundout by Baxter, Kelly hit an RBI single. The Shorebirds plated their next three runs in the frame on three wild pitches by Laureano to close the gap to 10-6
RHP Kyle McPherson earned the win in five innings pitched. He allowed three hits and two runs. Ryan Kelly threw two scoreless innings and Maurice Bankston earned in the save in the final 1.1 innings.
Shorebirds starter Jesse Beal was pinned with loss in five innings. He allowed eight hits and four runs.
The Shorebirds and Power meet for game three of the series on Wednesday night at 7:05 p.m.
GOVERNOR MARTIN O’MALLEY TO ANNOUNCE PLAN TO EXPAND USE OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY TO RECOVER STOLEN CARS
ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Martin O’Malley will join local and state law enforcement officials, community advocates, and others to announce an initiative that will expand the use of innovative technology to help recover stolen vehicles – license plate readers. Since taking office, Governor O’Malley has directed $2 million to state and local law enforcement for new license plate reader technology, leading to the lowest rate of vehicle theft statewide ever reported. This technology also plays a vital role in homeland security, protecting vital areas such as airports, ports, and transit stations, and assisting local law enforcement in Amber Alerts, Silver Alerts, and other public safety alert systems.
Governor O’Malley will announce plans to expand this technology at an event tomorrow in Greenbelt. At the event, Greenbelt police will demonstrate the use of License Plate Reader technology.
Governor O’Malley will announce plans to expand this technology at an event tomorrow in Greenbelt. At the event, Greenbelt police will demonstrate the use of License Plate Reader technology.
Bob Ehrlich To Discuss Sales Tax With Small Businesses Before Sales Tax Holiday
Ocean City –Bob Ehrlich will meet with small businesses in Maryland’s border counties tomorrow to discuss how the O’Malley Administration’s 20% sales tax increase impacts small businesses that are just a few miles from the border with sales-tax-free Delaware.
Ehrlich has proposed lowering Maryland’s sales tax to 5 percent from 6 percent to help the economy and lower the tax burden on families, saying “My opponent’s sales tax increase hurts small businesses, especially in border counties, since consumers can quickly drive to Delaware or other neighboring states to buy the same products for less. Our current sales taxes are regressive and hurt the poor most of all.”
Bob Ehrlich will host a roundtable discussion with merchants who know their customers can save money simply by crossing the state line. Ehrlich has held roughly three dozen roundtables with more than 250 small businesses since the election campaign began.
WHEN: Wednesday, August 4th at 10:00am
WHERE: Route 50 Diner, Francis Scott Key Resort, 12806 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City
WHO: Bob Ehrlich
Maryland Retailers and Families
Ehrlich has proposed lowering Maryland’s sales tax to 5 percent from 6 percent to help the economy and lower the tax burden on families, saying “My opponent’s sales tax increase hurts small businesses, especially in border counties, since consumers can quickly drive to Delaware or other neighboring states to buy the same products for less. Our current sales taxes are regressive and hurt the poor most of all.”
Bob Ehrlich will host a roundtable discussion with merchants who know their customers can save money simply by crossing the state line. Ehrlich has held roughly three dozen roundtables with more than 250 small businesses since the election campaign began.
WHEN: Wednesday, August 4th at 10:00am
WHERE: Route 50 Diner, Francis Scott Key Resort, 12806 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City
WHO: Bob Ehrlich
Maryland Retailers and Families
SHOREBIRDS GAME NOTES: 8/3 @ West Virginia
PREVIEW: The Shorebirds aim to level the series after a 4-3 defeat last night. Kenny Moreland surrendered four runs in the first inning last night. The Power went scoreless in their final seven innings at the plate. The ‘Birds plated three runs in the fifth but fell short. The Shorebirds are now in a three-way tie for fourth place in the Northern Division, eight games back of Lakewood.
HITTING SAFELY: Outfielder Steve Bumbry has hit safely in nine of his last 11 games. He takes a five-game hit streak into game two against the Power. Bumbry’s season high hit streak is six, accomplished between April 9 and April 16.
5 OF 9: Garabez Rosa has five multi-hit games in his last nine games. His batting is above .250 for the first time since July 2 (.251). Rosa has 16 hits in his last nine games.
FLACCO HITTING: Mike Flacco has recorded a hit in seven of his eight games in a ‘Birds uniform this season. In 30 games at the short-season level this season (Aberdeen Ironbirds), Flacco hit just .250 (25-100).
3 MULTI-HIT GAMES: Omar Casamayor has three multi-hit games in his last four games. He has 11 hits in 12 games played for the Shorebirds. He has just five strikeouts in his first 47 at-bats for the ‘Birds.
HITTING SAFELY: Outfielder Steve Bumbry has hit safely in nine of his last 11 games. He takes a five-game hit streak into game two against the Power. Bumbry’s season high hit streak is six, accomplished between April 9 and April 16.
5 OF 9: Garabez Rosa has five multi-hit games in his last nine games. His batting is above .250 for the first time since July 2 (.251). Rosa has 16 hits in his last nine games.
FLACCO HITTING: Mike Flacco has recorded a hit in seven of his eight games in a ‘Birds uniform this season. In 30 games at the short-season level this season (Aberdeen Ironbirds), Flacco hit just .250 (25-100).
3 MULTI-HIT GAMES: Omar Casamayor has three multi-hit games in his last four games. He has 11 hits in 12 games played for the Shorebirds. He has just five strikeouts in his first 47 at-bats for the ‘Birds.