OCEAN CITY – The Tourism Commission painted a rosier picture regarding hotel reservations last week, concluding that while this summer season is far from being a banner year, tourism is maintaining a status quo. “System-wide, reservations are up, length of stay is down,” said John Gehrig, president of D3 Corp, reporting on the town’s central… Read more »
Monthly Archives: August 2008
A Week In Business
Affordability Index DropsANNAPOLIS – What had been a hopeful trend in improved affordability for Maryland homeowners has been reversed in the second quarter of 2008. According to the Maryland Association of Realtors (MAR), the First Time Homebuyers Housing Affordability Index (HAI) dropped to 54.1 percent from the first quarter level of 56.4 percent last year…. Read more »
Maryland’s 2008 American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year
Stephen Decatur High School Senior Peter Andes was awarded with Maryland’s 2008 American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year Award at the American Legion’s annual state convention in Ocean City on July 17. Presenting the award to Andes is Maryland’s American Legion Scout Committee Chair Charles Rummel. The award is presented to a Maryland Eagle… Read more »
Pinesteppers Square Dance Club
Steve Jacques, nationally known square dance caller, was recently in Ocean Pines as the guest caller for the Pinesteppers Square Dance Club, which meets weekly to practice dance steps and hosts a Plus Level dance on the fourth Saturday of each month. Pictured is Jacques, left, with Club President Joe Hunter, right, and his wife… Read more »
Surfrider Foundation Presents Plaque
The Ocean City Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation presented a “thank you” plaque to the Godmans, owners of the Buoy Motel, for the donation of the Route 50 Bridge billboard. The “please leave only your footprints” sign was installed just before Memorial Day. Pictured are Terry Steimer, Shelly Dawson and Christy, Ray and Dallas Godman…. Read more »
Tuesday, August 12 – Tix On Sale For Coastal Bays Benefit
OCEAN CITY – This year’s annual “Benefit the Bays Day” at Jolly Roger will be held Sunday, Aug. 17, at Jolly Roger Amusement Park on 30th St. and Coastal Highway. Benefit the Bays offers discounted entry to Splash Mountain water park (10 a.m.-7 p.m.) and to Jolly Roger’s two mini-golf courses (10 a.m.-6 p.m.) and… Read more »
Fatherhood Adventures
I have always loved Saturdays.It’s my favorite day of the week, edging out Sundays by a hair during football season, but Saturdays do not mean today what they once did.Growing up, it was the day of the week that provided a chance to sleep in after getting up early all week for school. That, of… Read more »
Things I Like
A big breakfast after churchThrowing a Frisbee on the beachThat a local boat won big money in the OpenA pool with a basketball hoopLittle dogs that don’t bark constantlySandcastles left behind after a beach dayWatching Olympic swimmersWhen my son giggles in his sleepGoing to the beach without the cell phoneRechargeable batteriesQuiet Mondays
What’s Your Sign?
ARIES (March 21 to April 19): Impatience with those who don’t keep up with you can cause resistance, which, in turn, can lead to more delays. Best to be helpful and supportive if you want results.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): A surprise announcement from a colleague could put you on the defensive. Gather your… Read more »
Worcester County News In Brief
SNOW HILL – The Worcester County Commissioners discussed a variety of business at their Aug. 5 meeting. – Worcester County accepted an allocation of $1,454,441 in grant money for first time homebuyers from the “On Behalf Of” Program. The program offers low interest loans to first time homebuyers and those who have not owned a home… Read more »