Wind Turbine Culture Wars Editor: In Florida, they have culture wars. Some would have you believe that Disney takes extremist views when really, they just provide an excellent entertainment venue without favoring or discriminating against any group. Others would have you believe that slavery somehow was a benefit for slaves. Neither of these views are… Read more »
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Thrasher’s French Fries Sponsors “Artists Paint OC”
Thrasher’s French Fries is a sponsor of the Art League of Ocean City’s annual “Artists Paint OC” Plein Air Festival that runs Aug. 9-13 in the resort and beyond. Shown: Festival chairperson Laura Jenkins, Thrasher’s general manager Les Morris, and Art League executive director Rina Thaler.
Things To Do Around Town – August 11, 2023
Aug. 11: Artists Reception Worcester County Arts Council in Berlin will host 5-7 p.m. three featured artists, Brigitte Bowden, Dee Brua, and Robert Johnson. Enjoy the artwork created by students attending the 2023 Summer Arts Camp while enjoying complimentary refreshments.Aug. 12: Anglers Club Meeting The Ocean Pines Anglers Club will meet at 9:30 a.m. in… Read more »
101-Year-Old’s Advice: ‘Don’t Smoke, Don’t Drink, But Dance All You Want … Be Yourself’
OCEAN PINES – Ocean Pines resident Vivian Mumford celebrated a huge milestone on Friday, when she turned 101.Mumford was born on Aug. 4, 1922, on a farm in a town called “Friendship” that today is known as Pittsville.She said the farm grew various crops and had one cow and a few chickens. She remembers picking… Read more »
OC Lions Club Awarded Scholarships
The Ocean City Lions Club awarded four scholarships this school year. Pictured from left to right are scholarship chair Lion Sean Williams with recipients Marian Hanna, and Katie Pizlo. Not pictured are recipients Ashley Carcamo-Diaz and Sophia Krasner.
Wilde Foundation Continues Atlantic General Hospital Support
BERLIN — The Atlantic General Hospital Foundation recently received a generous donation of $25,000 from the Wilde Charitable Foundation to be used for the programs and services offered by the hospital and health system. The Wilde Charitable Foundation’s giving to Atlantic General Hospital now totals over $75,000.“Hugh F. Wilde, Sr. started the Wilde Charitable Foundation… Read more »
Berlin Little League Juniors State Champions
Berlin Little League Juniors team won the state championship last weekend, defeating Brunswick, 5-3 in the championship game. On Tuesday, Berlin won the first game of the Junior League Eastern Regional Tournament 8-2 over Connecticut. There are nine teams participating in the tournament in DuBois, Pa. The team is pictured after winning the state crown…. Read more »
Obituaries – August 4, 2023
Joseph Patrick StiglerBISHOPVILLE — Joseph Patrick Stigler, age 69, passed away on Monday July 17, 2023, at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin.Born in Baltimore, he was the son of the late Joseph A. Stigler and Mary Ann “Nancy” McDermott Stigler.Joe was a man of simple means who loved life, family and living on the Eastern… Read more »
Delmarva Hand Dancing Chapter Dissolved
The Delmarva Hand Dancing group recently dissolved their chapter and decided to close out their account by donating all remaining proceeds to the Worcester County Veterans Memorial Foundation.
A Week In Business – August 4, 2023
Director WelcomedSALISBURY – The principals of Gillis Gilkerson (GGI) are pleased to announce the growth of their team with the addition of Jamie Heater as Gillis Gilkerson’s director of marketing.Heater joins the team with over 15 years of experience, having previously served as executive director for Salisbury Arts and Entertainment District and as an advertising… Read more »