As I often mention in this space, I read a ton of parenting articles, especially online blogs written by special needs parents. I identify with the ups and downs due to our 11-year-old son Carson.For the first time in the 12 years I’ve been writing this column, I admit to some difficulty finding a topic… Read more »
Monthly Archives: February 2021
Wicomico Committee Begins Charter Review Discussions
SALISBURY – A list of proposed provisions will be up for discussion as a new committee begins the task of reviewing Wicomico’s charter for possible amendments.On Tuesday, the Wicomico County Council held a work session to discuss several proposed charter provisions that would be reviewed by a newly formed charter review committee.“There’s 31 items,” said… Read more »
Hotel Worker Honored For Lifesaving Effort
OCEAN CITY — A local hotel worker was honored last month with the highest award bestowed by the American Red Cross for his fast-thinking efforts to save an injured child last summer.Last Aug.4, local hotel worker Brian Tingle had to call on his training from the American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First-Aid-CPR-AED to help… Read more »
County Library Exploring Further Reopening Plans
BERLIN – Library officials said branches will continue to operate under its appointment model as staff explore the next phase of the library’s reopening plan.Last week, Library Director Jennifer Ranck provided the Worcester County Library Board of Trustees with an update on branch operations.While the library will continue to offer curbside pickup, browsing appointments and… Read more »
County Approves Boat Ramp Use For Charter Business; 6-1 Vote Permits Commercial Use
SNOW HILL – County officials approved a local boat captain’s request to use the South Point boat ramp for his bowfishing charter business.The Worcester County Commissioners on Tuesday voted 6-1 to allow Marc Spagnola to use the South Point boat ramp to take fishing customers out.“I think this gentleman’s use of it is low impact,”… Read more »
Confidence, Industry Norms Key To New Contract
Worcester County Superintendent of Schools Lou Taylor and the Board of Education formalized a second four-year contract this week. The new contract represents a significant increase – about 13% — over his current salary, but a little research shows his new salary of $210,000 effective July 1 is consistent with counterparts in Maryland and across… Read more »
Articulating Buses Coming To Resort
OCEAN CITY — Resort transportation officials have accepted as many as four 60-foot articulating buses, referred to often as “super sweepers” from the Maryland Transit Authority in what appears to be a high reward-low risk move.The Maryland Transit Authority (MTA) is retiring many of its 60-foot articulating buses and has offered the Town of Ocean… Read more »
County Approves Two Airport Projects
SALISBURY – County officials this week approved two budget items for projects at the airport.On Tuesday, the Wicomico County Council voted unanimously on a budget amendment to reallocate $85,000 for a capital project at the Salisbury airport.Earlier this month, Airport Manager Tony Rudy came before the council seeking a budget amendment for the airport’s Taxiway… Read more »
Worcester Prep Holds Annual Junior Ring Ceremony
The annual Junior Ring Ceremony took place on Feb. 10 in the Worcester Prep Athletic and Performing Arts Center. It is tradition that seniors present juniors with their rings along with a few meaningful comments as to why the recipient is special to them. The Ring Ceremony is always an inspiring event showing the bond… Read more »
A Week In Business – February 19, 2021
Partnership Created On Behavioral HealthSALISBURY — The Tri-County Behavioral Health Engagement (TRIBE) has recently been announced as a newly formed collaboration and regional partnership between TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, Atlantic General Hospital and nine behavioral health community partner agencies. The immediate goal is to design behavioral health crisis stabilization centers, or behavioral health urgent care centers.“TRIBE… Read more »