About The Author: Steven Green

The writer has been with The Dispatch in various capacities since 1995, including serving as editor and publisher since 2004. His previous titles were managing editor, staff writer, sports editor, sales account manager and copy editor. Growing up in Salisbury before moving to Berlin, Green graduated from Worcester Preparatory School in 1993 and graduated from Loyola University Baltimore in 1997 with degrees in Communications (journalism concentration) and Political Science.

OPA Board President Cites Bullying, Harassment By Knupp Supporters; Family Opts To Not Engage With Response

OPA Board President Cites Bullying, Harassment By Knupp Supporters; Family Opts To Not Engage With Response

BERLIN – The Knupp family officially maintained the high road this week amid accusations from the Ocean Pines Association supporters are threatening and bullying.In a pointed statement issued last Saturday, OPA Board President Doug Parks called out the “Do It For Gavin” Facebook group for “harassment” of the Ocean Pines community. The Facebook group, which… Read more »

Things I Like – March 17, 2023

Ignoring a ringing phoneA kid singing the national anthemWatching dogs run on the beachBeing impressed with something my teen wroteMarch Madness upsetsOpen-door policiesWhen politicians are bluntFalling asleep quick at nightA hand-written noteGetting a new phoneLeaving work early because the work is done

Resort Right To Weigh Small Vehicle Rental Ban

Resort Right To Weigh Small Vehicle Rental Ban

When it comes to potentially out-lawing small, motorized vehicle rentals, like scoot coupes, the Town of Ocean City seems to be exercising the right amount of discretion and fairness. During a broader conversation about electric bike rentals in January, Councilman Will Savage asked the city to consider banning the rental of the familiar scooters, scoot… Read more »

Things I Like – March 10, 2023

Transparent types of peopleAn estimate that’s less than realityShort and sweet family visitsThe way death brings people togetherAn inexpensive fix on a vehicleFlowers blooming this time of yearSteve HarveyWhen something clicks with my teenA win with a warrantyLooking forward to the Orioles this yearAt least one big snow a winter

Ongoing Labor Challenges Require Balance

Ongoing Labor Challenges Require Balance

A permanent consequence of the pandemic seems to be labor issues for private businesses and government. These matters will be thrust into the spotlight in the coming months as budgets get reviewed and seasonal hiring efforts kick into gear. It’s finding the right help at the reasonable rate that works for all that’s the current… Read more »