OCEAN CITY – On July 4th, Fish Tales Bar and Grill, located on 22nd Street bayside in Ocean City, will host its annual Hot Dog Eating Contest in the south parking lot at noon.This amateur competition is open to anyone over the age of 18. The winner will receive at least a $1,000 cash prize,… Read more »
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USDA Farm Service Agency Announced Appointees
The USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) announced appointees who will serve on the USDA FSA state committee. Appointees pictured from left to right are Cheryl DeBerry, Dr. John Brooks Jr, Val Nasir, Lee D. McDaniel, Sam Smith, and C. John Sullivan III, FSA state executive director. Nasir is a Worcester County resident.
Cops & Courts – July 1, 2022
Attempted StabbingOCEAN CITY — A local man is being held without bond this week on first-degree assault and other charges after attempting to stab a female acquaintance at a downtown bar.Around 2:15 a.m. last Wednesday, an Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officer was dispatched to the area of 28th Street for a reported verbal argument…. Read more »
Voices From The Readers – July 1, 2022
Proposed Inlet Project Will Have Adverse ImpactEditor:I am writing with comments related to the Proposed Navigation Improvements Draft for the Ocean City, Maryland Inlet released on May 23, 2022.As proposed, I have to voice my greater family’s opposition to this project. We recognize the potential economic benefit IF this project stabilizes the inlet navigation channel through… Read more »
Sarah Walker Honored as “Kiwanian of the Month”
The Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City honored Sarah Walker as “Kiwanian of the Month” for May. Walker, who works with the “Dawg Team” selling concessions at events, is pictured with Tim Lund, club president.
Water Taxi Service Reports Strong Start In Pines
OCEAN PINES – Early returns have been strong for the new water taxi and water shuttle services in Ocean Pines.The water shuttle – like a bus on the water – makes regularly scheduled stops throughout the day at several locations along the bay, including Ocean Pines. The water taxi – like an Uber on the… Read more »
Obituaries – July 1, 2022
Betty Smith BushBERLIN — Betty Smith Bush, age 81, passed away on Thursday, June 23, 2022, at Catered Living in OceanPines. Born in Salisbury, raised in South Point and Synepuxent, she was the daughter of Mack and Elise Smith. She is survived by her husband Lewis Bush, and children, James Hudson and his wife Janis… Read more »
What’s Your Sign? – June 24, 2022
ARIES (March 21 to April 19): Be prepared to face some challenges stirred up by an envious colleague. Your best defense is the Arian’s innate honesty. Stick with the truth, and you’ll come out ahead.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): Your sensitivity to the needs of others is admirable. But be careful to avoid those… Read more »
Cops & Courts – June 24, 2022
Storeroom Doors Kicked InOCEAN CITY — An Ohio man was arrested last weekend after allegedly kicking in doors and burglarizing multiple businesses on the Boardwalk.Around 6:30 a.m. last Sunday, an Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officer responded to a Boardwalk restaurant for a reported breaking and entering. According to police reports, an employee at the… Read more »
Who’s Playing When & Where – June 24, 2022
45th St. Taphouse 443-664-2201 45th St. & Coastal Hwy. Friday, June 24: Cup Of Joe Saturday, June 25: Decaf JoeBuxy’s Salty Dog 410-289-0973 28th St. & Coastal Hwy. Friday, June 24: DJ Wax Sunday, June 26: DJ BKCoconuts Beach Bar & Grill Oceanfront Castle In The Sand 37th & 38th St. 410-289-6846 Friday, June 24: Darin… Read more »