Ocean City was thrown an unfortunate, and inexcusable, curve ball when it was told within two weeks of the 4th of July the contracted vendor could not provide fireworks on the holiday. A lack of staff was cited, but the real answer is likely the vendor had to prioritize, found a different entity wishing to… Read more »
The next several weeks will reveal everything as far as gauging the summer tourism season. In general, the summer season thus far has been strange. Though reviews are always mixed when reviewing summer business, the consensus seems to be it’s been a slow start. “It’s been a weird fall so far,” as one hospitality worker… Read more »
It was a productive conversation the Ocean City Mayor and Council had about the OC Air Show this week, specifically what constitutes a headline act.Throughout its 15-year history in Ocean City, the air show has typically featured the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds (most commonly) or the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. For many years, the two… Read more »
Sincerity – it’s the word that comes to mind when I reflected on Mike Beatty’s passing this week. He was a genuinely nice guy who always had a kind word to share. It was this authenticity merged with a fun, entertaining light-hearted personality that resonated with people. It’s impactful when Ocean City loses these types… Read more »
Though no attendance numbers were made available this week, there appeared to be strong support for last weekend’s first bull riding event in Ocean City.Personal observations and discussions with attendees tell us the event was far over 70% occupancy for each of the three shows on Friday-Sunday. Friday appeared to be locals’ night, while Saturday… Read more »
Over the last two weeks, hundreds of local high school students graduated from local public and private schools. The Class of 2022 has truly endured more than any group of graduates in recent history. It’s worth considering what exactly has taken place during their high school years.The students’ sophomore year was essentially ended by a… Read more »
The pandemic brought many unfortunate realities with it, but there have been some silver linings. Chief among these positives in my mind is a new perspective to not take anything for granted. The grind of the pandemic remains memorable to everyone, resulting in a new appreciation for the good times because COVID-19 hung a doubt… Read more »
Time will tell whether Snow Hill is making the right move investing $193,000 into repairs for the Black-Eyed Susan riverboat to make it a stationary restaurant this summer on the Pocomoke River. Approximately $600,000 in repairs to the hull, hydraulics system and paddlewheel frame were estimated as the original cost to get the boat back… Read more »
Though it appears to be a divisive issue for Berlin, the Worcester County Commissioners did include in Berlin’s annual grant $122,000 for a potential Flower Street roundabout. Before approving the money, which will provide the town with half of the estimated funds to design and study the project, the commissioners briefly discussed the roundabout’s possibility.It… Read more »
The general public’s consternation is understandable over a wild horse having to be relocated from Assateague Island due to becoming, “increasingly aggressive towards park visitors and staff when pursuing human food or when park staff attempted to redirect him or his band away from crowded visitor use areas such as campgrounds and parking areas but… Read more »
