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 3 LOCAL NEWS Calvert County Times Thursday, September 19, 2024

Three Designs Proposed for New Chesapeake

Beach Water Park
By Dick Myers
Staff Writer

The Mayor and Town Council of

Chesapeake Beach are mulling over three
potential designs for the replacement of the
water park. And they are seeking citizen
comments on the designs.
The designs were unveiled at a Sept. 10
work session. Each involves leveling of the
existing park, stabilizing the foundation, and
constructing above ground amenities.
The designs were “based on citizen feed-
back and third-party geotechnical analysis,”
according to a press release from the town.
The release said, “Each conceptual plan Artist’s renderings of one possible design for the new water park
incorporates a rough order of magnitude
(ROM) estimate of cost. These costs include elements, totaling $5.5 million. Bay. And it was unsafe for children. Would twofold. One is something that children can
$1 million in required work to stabilize the Concept #3 features two pools and an you dump money, or would you buy a brand- use, young children. So, I think that would
subbase of the park and an estimated cost for interactive splash pad with slides. The ROM new Mercedes safe for your town, for your be the idea of the splash pads. And the other
varying water feature improvements. Based estimated cost is $1 million in site stabili- people, for your children who work there idea that I’m hearing consistently is some-
on this initial review costs range by design zation and $4.5 million in water elements, and go there? I think the answer’s obvious.” thing for the equipment of a small swim-
from $5.5 to $6 million.” totaling $5.5 million. In response to a question from ming pool area, if you will, that will allow
The three plans are as follows: Mayor Pat Mahoney said $4 million of Councilwoman Valerie Beaudin, Town for water exercise, swimming lessons. I’m
Concept #1 features new slides, a the $6 million American Rescue and recov- Engineer Wayne Newton explained, “What not expecting an Olympic sized pool here,
zero-entry pool, and interactive splash pad ery Act monies received by the town would you have under this waterpark are a series but laps of some sort. And so those are the
with slides. The ROM estimated cost is $1 be available for the water park and an addi- of piles and gray beams, which were driven two basic concepts that I’m hearing over and
million in site stabilization and $5 million in tional $1 million has also been set aside. down to 90 feet below gray when they built over — something for the kids.”
water elements totaling $6 million. Mahoney said, “If you had a 30-year-old this thing. And those piles and gray beams She added, “We know that the survey
Concept #2 features a lazy river, pool Mercedes, you bought it brand new 29, 30 have not moved, but all the dirt between that was initially done, the number one item
with zero entry, and interactive splash pad. years ago, and it’s served you well. It’s been them has; it’s all sunken. And that’s what requested in that survey was a lazy river.”
The ROM estimated cost is $1 million in sitting out in the elements with the windows the biggest issue we have is.” Renderings of the three potential designs
site stabilization and $4.5 million in water down 12 months a year on the Chesapeake He added, “So the plan here is to demolish are available for viewing on the town
the park, build a new subbase, even between website.
the gray beams, if you will, build this thing The town will hold an informal engage-
on top of a parking deck. So, if you think of ment session at town hall on Sept. 19 from
a parking garage, you have a concrete slab 5:30-6:30 p.m., where citizens can ask ques-
and build this on top of that. So, the idea is tions of town staff and the town engineer.
to fix the subbase by basically creating a flat Additional modes of engagement with citi-
surface, stabilize the flat surface for us to zens include a survey issued by the town in
work on and build the park up from there.” the coming days and an engagement table
Beaudin, who is a candidate for mayor at Taste the Beaches on Sept. 21 from 11-3
to replace Mahoney, who is not seeking p.m. at Baia Coastal Kitchen and Wine Bar.
re-election, said, “As I walk around town,
the comments that I’m hearing, is really [email protected]

Pedestrian Fatally
Struck in Prince
Frederick
The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office has male was walking eastbound across Rt. 4 from
identified the victim of the fatal pedestrian Hallowing Point Road to Church Street. The
crash on Church Street in Prince Frederick Hyundai Accent struck the pedestrian caus-
on Sept. 12. The deceased individual has ing serious injuries. The male was transported
been identified as Travis Gregory Pope, 36 to Calvert Health Medical Center where he
of Prince Frederick. was pronounced deceased. Hudson was not
On Sept. 12 at approximately 8:04 p.m., injured in the crash.
members of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Initial findings indicate that speed was not
Office Patrol Bureau and Crash Reconstruction a factor in the collision, however, alcohol
Unit responded to the area of northbound does appear to be a contributing factor with
Solomons Island Road and Church Street the pedestrian.
in Prince Frederick for the report of a motor Anyone who may have witnessed the
vehicle crash involving a pedestrian. A pre- collision or events leading up to it is asked
liminary investigation indicates that a 2017 to please contact DFC Daily at Michael.
Hyundai Accent. operated by Asaun Jaziah [email protected] or 410-535-
Hudson, 23 of St. Leonard, was traveling 2800. Please reference case 24-70790.
north on Solomons Island Road approaching
Church Street in Prince Frederick. A black Press Release from CCSO.
 Thursday, September 19, 2024 Calvert County Times LOCAL NEWS 4

New Community Group to Fight

Lusby Villas Project
By Dick Myers
Staff Writer

In the wake of the Calvert County Planning

Commission’s approval last month of the 276-
unit apartment project called Lusby Villas, a
new non-profit community organization has
been formed that will attempt to overturn the
decision. Called Save Lusby, Inc., the organi-
zation intends to file suit against the planning
commission and the county.
The officers of Save Lusby, Inc. are: Sean
McGuire, president; Terry Singer , vice pres-
ident; Megan and Kyle Farringer, secretary/
co-secretary, and Chris Lee Jr., treasurer
The new organization’s Articles of
Incorporation say, “Said organization is
organized exclusively to promote social
welfare and further the common good and Artist’s rendering of proposed Lusby Villas project
general welfare of the people of Calvert
County as set forth in Section 501C(4) of combat the construction of the 276-unit apart- up and gave legitimate reasons why the proj- opments. It requires that these facilities are
the Internal Revenue Code, or correspond- ment building known as the Lusby Villas. ect should not be approved. For example, it in place, and adequate, or designed as part
ing section of any future federal tax code “Although the Calvert County Board of would put an extreme on the schools, the of the proposed development before new
through active participation in the plan- County Commissioners and the Calvert sanitation and water systems, the traffic in development is approved.’
ning process, including but not limited to County Planning Commission have already the town center. “With all the negative voices at the open
the 2019 Comprehensive Plan and citizen approved the construction of Lusby Villas, “The Calvert County web site, regard- meetings, I find it hard to believe that the
recommendations and advocacy in Calvert the group that met on September 5 have ing the Lusby Villas states: ‘The county studies have been completed, as nothing has
County, ensuring that Calvert County growth strong concerns regarding the legality of the conducts comprehensive adequate public been told to the public how the facilities that
and development conforms with the current approval of both the County Commissioners facilities (APF) studies for each new devel- I’ve mentioned are going to be improved
federal, state and local ordinances under sus- and the Planning Commission opment. APF regulations are designed to to meet the demand placed on them by the
tainability guidelines throughout the plan- The letter goes on to says, “The Save ensure that public infrastructure, such as construction of 276 apartments.”
ning, zoning, growth and development of Lusby, Inc. case against the two county orga- roads, schools, and emergency services, are
Calvert County, recognized as the smallest, nizations stems from three issues. First, there sufficient to meet the needs of new devel- [email protected]
most fragile Maryland county. The organi- exists a Memorandum of Understanding
zation encourages public participation by between the Commissioners and John Gott
citizens/taxpayers in the Calvert County that is 20 years old and has some gaps in it
Planning and Zoning process and to inform that have gone unexplained.
the public regarding all such matters.” “Second, there was a member of the
A white paper prepared by Save Lusby, Planning Commission for the past five years,
Inc. outlines why they geal the Memorandum Lisa Williams, who held a real estate license
of Understanding approved in 2005 by the the entire time she sat on the Commission.
planning commission for the property in By Maryland state law, she was required to
Lusby owned by the Gott family is defective. state that she is licensed Maryland real estate
The white paper says, “Lusby residents agent before votes on any issue.
became aware of the 276-unit complex only “Third, the Planning Commission
four months prior for the vote to approve approved the Lusby Villas project with a
being ramrodded through the Planning traffic study that was five years old. Calvert
Commission.” County requires the study be no older than
The group formed during a meeting on three years.
Sept. 5. In a letter to the Editor, Singer said, “In addition, at a public hearing of the
“On September 5, numerous Lusby citizens county commissioners and at two public
met at the Southern Community Center in meetings of the planning commission, at
Lusby to formerly form a group in order to least 60 people attended and at least 30 got

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It’s Fair Time

By Dick Myers bigger and better. They held the event in the burned mysteriously the night before a fair,
Staff Writer center of the county in the latter part of the but the large exhibition hall survived. These
summer to allow and encourage more farm- grounds were used until the present location
Since 1886, the Calvert County Fair has ers to participate since they are mostly done was established in Barstow.
been the social highlight of many people’s harvesting their crops during these times. “The Calvert County Fair Board, Inc.
calendars. According to the fair board, “This “The first mid-county fair was held at the continues striving each year to build upon
yearly event starts every last weekend of Prince Frederick Town Hall, with the live- the work begun by those early fair organiz-
September. We have been organizing the stock show on the grounds of Dr. Everett ers. It is operated by an 18-member Board
fair for 136 years, facilitating fun and edu- Briscoe’s farm just south of the hall. In sub- of Directors, 18 associate directors, and sev-
cational events and activities that you and sequent years, it was held in front of the eral honorary members who aim to hold an
your loved ones will love. Evans Hotel, the Town Hall on Main Street, event that educates and entertains, reminds
“Under the direction and promotion of the Roberts’ property, and later on the school the current generation of its agricultural
Mr. John Drury, who started what is now grounds, which is now the site of Calvert roots, and promotes the importance of the
known as the Extension Service in Calvert Middle School. agricultural community in the lives of all.”
County, the fair grew more popular. Then, “The Calvert County Fair Board, Inc. Even though the fair doesn’t officially
during the First World War, the area came was officially established in 1940 as an open until Thursday, Sept. 26, there ae a num-
upon leaner times, and farming became cru- all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)(3) entity. ber of pre-events starting on Sunday, Sept. 22
cial to the war efforts. So little was done in Since then, its purpose has been to provide with the Miss Tranquility Pageant and Lord
those years to promote fairs. agricultural education and promote the local Calvert Contest at 2:30 in the fair auditorium. Historical fair photo
“For some years, county fairs were not farming community. Events early in fair week include:
largely promoted until a new agricultural “Also, in 1940, several Farm Bureau • Monday, Sept. 23 — Adult Entry Day including Wheels of AG & Trivia Tractor,
agent arrived in Calvert. Mr. John Morsell, members—including Mr. Morsell, Mr. (including baked goods) from 11a.m. Odessey Mobile Axe Throwing, Odessey
a county agent and an enthusiastic young Ellis Bowen, and Mr. Claude Turner— - 7 p.m. Youth and 4-H Register in the Mobile Archery, Chesapeake Blade and
man from the Agricultural Department of determined that the fair needed a perma- Youth Building from 11a.m. - 8 p.m. Tool, and Rock’N Rol Pet Store MD. The
the University of Maryland, decided to hold nent home. They contacted a bank for a All must be registered by 7 p.m. Agricultural Showcase trailer will be open
a fair again. This came after he saw a need loan and personally obligated themselves • Tuesday, Sept. 24 — 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 at 5 p.m.
to bring farmers and their families together to purchase a permanent site for the fair. Mr. a.m. Baked Goods will be received Carnival Sneak Preview Night will be
for educational purposes and fun. Ellis Bowen, who was then President of the (Adults only) Please include 3x5 recipe Wednesday until 9 p.m. Exhibit buildings
“During the twenties and early thirties, Farm Bureau, resigned from this position to card. 10 a.m. judging begins 12-8 p.m. close at 10 p.m.
he encouraged farmers to participate, and become the first Fair Board President. Poultry & livestock entries received Thursday at the fair is senior citizen and spe-
the fair eventually evolved into the major “They purchased a nine-acre site from Pre-registration required. No early cial needs day. Friday is Youth Day. Saturday
event that we enjoy today. They organized Mr. Duke Brightwell, located on what later livestock arrivals permitted and Sunday are filled with fun events.
the Calvert County Farm Bureau during this became known as Armory Road. Two more Wednesday, Sept. 25 is Feed the Needy The County Times will have the complete
time, and the members also saw the benefits parcels were added later as the fair grew, Night. You can enter the fair for $1 or a 14 schedule in next week’s edition.
of holding a fair annually. bringing the total acreage to 12. Cattle oz. or larger can of food.
“It was their foresight in producing the fair and animal buildings were built as well On Wednesday, entertainment will be per- [email protected]
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 Thursday, September 19, 2024 Calvert County Times LOCAL NEWS 6

Dive in and ‘Taste the

Beaches’

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Taste the Beaches Event Map

Get ready to immerse yourself in the fla- Abner of Abner’s Crab House, who will be
vors of the Chesapeake Beach at Taste the sponsoring fresh-shucked oyster samples
Beaches, an annual event that promises a free to guests.
day of culinary delights, community spirit, Specialty drinks and menu options will
and breathtaking bay views. be available from Baia throughout the
Come on out on Saturday, Sept. 21 from restaurant and outside as the lot overlook-
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Baia Coastal Kitchen ing the Chesapeake Bay is transformed into
and Wine Bar in Chesapeake Beach. Taste a local festival.
the Beaches is a free, festival-themed annual Enjoy live music from the Ryan Forrester
event that highlights a local brick and mor- Band, shop local businesses and artisans,
tar business while bringing the Town of including North Beach Soap, LLC, Baked
Chesapeake Beach together. The event is by the Bay, Christopher James Candy, Jack
funded through the Town’s longtime com- & Juni Boutique, AllyCatWalk, Chesapeake
mitment to Economic Development as Bounty, and more.
approved by town council under the lead- Spend some time with Chesapeake
ership of Councilman Larry Jaworski, the Windsail Cruises and Grape Therapy.
Chair of the Town of Chesapeake Beach Get ready to cheer on Mayor Mahoney
Economic Development Committee. as he battles Mayor Benton in the Twin
The annual celebration of local busi- Beach crab race! Visit with the North Beach
nesses features distinct flavors, drinks, Volunteer Fire Department, Chesapeake
crafts, and live entertainment! Jason Nagers, Beach Oyster Cultivation Society,
the owner of Baia Coastal Kitchen and Wine Chesapeake Beach Green Team, Bayside
Bar, joins the town in welcoming everyone History Museum, Bayside Baptist Church,
as the host of this year’s Taste the Beaches, and many others! With activities for all ages,
giving you a taste of what to expect: “Baia from face painting and yard games to beer
Coastal Kitchen and Wine Bar is excited on tap and locally sourced food, this cele-
to be the host site for this year’s Taste the bration of the Twin Beaches is genuinely
Beaches event! Make your way around our one-of-a-kind.
property, tasting samples sponsored by the The event also provides an opportunity
www.chesapeakebeachmd.gov Town of to engage with the town. Seeking to hear
Chesapeake Beach from some of our favor- more about plans for improvements to the
ite dishes, like our signature burrata toast, Chesapeake Beach Water Park? Stop www.
which can be found on the rooftop next to chesapeakebeachmd.gov by the Town of
our “Spritz Bar.” Chesapeake Beach table to view plans for
Down on the main level is where you improvements to the water park and to pro-
will find favorites such as ricotta gnoc- vide feedback.
chi and lamb meatballs, just to name a There will be plenty of free parking for
few. Looking for sweets? Look no further the event thanks to a partnership with the
than the warm zeppole donuts next to the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department
espresso martini bar! (8536 Bayside Rd.), as well as shuttle ser-
Wine tastings, live music, and fresh- vice from the Kellam’s Field Complex
shucked oysters are other reasons to spend (3825 Gordon Stinnett Ave.). The shuttle
the afternoon experiencing the Town of will run throughout the event.
Chesapeake Beach. Visit the town’s Event Page for the most
Free samples from Baia will be made up to date information and be sure to follow
available by the Town of Chesapeake Beach us at @TOCBEvents and @tastethebeaches.
and Chesapeake Beach water man, Bobby
7 LOCAL NEWS Calvert County Times Thursday, September 19, 2024

New Mural Unveiled at

County Fairgrounds

LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS
LOCAL ADVERTISERS
REAL ESTATE
SERVICES
VEHICLES The Arts Council of Calvert County and the Calvert Fair Board enlisted the services of Sunderland resident
Heather Holland to paint a mural depicting the Calvert County Fair’s rural heritage and rich history. The mural
can be seen at the Calvert County Fair September 26-30.

EMPLOYMENT
CHILD CARE 2024 Community
GENERAL
Needs Assessment
MERCHANDISE Published
The Calvert County Family Network most crucial, so we can make sure resources
(CCFN) has released its 2024 Community go where they’ll make the biggest difference.”
Needs Assessment, focusing on the The 2024 Community NeedsAssessment can

YOUR ONLINE
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Eight Results for Child Well-Being, which Management Board (LMB). LMBs oper-

COMMUNITY FOR include: Babies Born Healthy, Healthy

Children, Children Enter School Ready to
Learn, Children are Successful in School,
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 Thursday, September 19, 2024 Calvert County Times COPS & COURTS 8

CALVERT COUNTY POLICE BLOTTER

During the week of September 2, 2024 – and other traffic related charges. game. Due to the Buck’s statements and Theft: 24-69070 On September 6, 2024,
September 8, 2024, Calvert County Sheriff’s disorderly conduct, he was placed into cus- DFC Grierson responded to Giant located at
Office Deputies responded to 1,887 calls for Disorderly tody. Buck was transported to the Calvert 11740 Rousby Hall Road in Lusby, for the
service throughout the community includ- Conduct: 24-68806 County Detention Center and charged with report of a theft. The complainant advised
ing, but not limited to: On September 5, Disorderly Conduct. an unknown suspect walked past all points
• Check Welfare / Mental Health 64 2024, Cpl. Bowlan of sale without paying for items in the sus-
• Disorderly 15 responded to the Damaged Property: 24-68133 On pect’s grocery cart. The suspect can be
• Domestics 27 Tavern located at September 3, 2024, Master Deputy Wilder described as a white female wearing a pink
• Motor Vehicle Crashes 36 4975 St. Leonard responded to the 600 block of Clubhouse tank top, black leggings, and black heels.
• Patrol Checks / School Checks 891 Road in St. Leonard, Drive in Lusby, for the report of property The estimated value of stolen items is $852.
• Suspicious Persons / Vehicles 30 for the report of tres- destruction. The complainant advised some-
• Traffic Complaints 80 William George Parker passing. Contact time between February 1 and September 3, an Theft: 24-69135 On September 6, 2024,
• 911 Hang Ups 53 was made with unknown suspect(s) tried to pry open the vic- DFC T. Bowen responded to Fastop located
• ARRESTS 40 William George Parker, 39 of Prince tim’s sliding glass door. The estimated value at 8834 Chesapeake Ave in North Beach,
Frederick, who had been indefinitely tres- of damaged property is unknown at this time. for the report of a theft. The complainant
CDS Violation: passed from the establishment. Parker then advised an unknown suspect entered the
24-67918 On walked over to the Fastop located at 4990 St. Damaged Property: 24-68440 On store and attempted to purchase an 18-pack
September 2, 2024, Leonard Road. While speaking with Parker, September 4, 2024, Deputy Baxter of Twisted Tea. The clerk scanned the male’s
Deputy Sylver initi- a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage responded to the 12800 block of Lake View ID and advised she could not sell him the
ated a traffic stop on was emitting from his person. Parker was Drive in Lusby, for the report of property alcohol because he was under 21. The male
a vehicle for speed- advised to vacate the property of the Fastop destruction. The complainant advised that then fled the store with the Twisted Tea and
ing in the area of Rt. as they do not allow loitering. Parker refused sometime between 7 p.m. on September 3 got into a gray Honda with VA tags. The
4 and Calvert Beach to obey the deputy’s commands and was and 12 p.m. September 4, an unknown sus- estimated value of stolen property is $20.
Road in St. Leonard. placed into custody. Parker was transported pect(s) shattered the back window of the
Keith David Hebbard Upon making con- to the Calvert County Detention Center victim’s vehicle while parked in the drive- Trespassing: 24-67922 On September 2,
tact with the driver, and charged with Failure to Obey a Lawful way of the residence. The estimated value 2024, Deputy Deinert responded to the
Keith David Hebbard, 41 of Lusby, a sig- Order and Intoxicated Public Disturbance. of damaged property is $500. Safeway located at 80 West Dares Beach
nificant odor of an alcoholic beverage was Road in Prince Frederick, for the report of a
emitting from Hebbard’s person. Hebbard Disorderly: Theft: 24-68150 On September 3, 2024, trespassing. Upon arrival, contact was made
advised he did not possess a driver’s license 24-69095 On DFC Plant responded to the Calvert County with Antoinette Lajuan Montgomery, 60
and had two knives in his pockets. Deputies September 6, Sheriff’s Office, located at 30 Church Street of Prince Frederick. Montgomery had been
observed a loaded handgun magazine, a 2024, DFC Crum in Prince Frederick, for the reported theft. previously trespassed from the property.
Glock 48 9mm handgun, and an opened bot- responded to Calvert The complainant advised sometime between Montgomery was charged with Trespassing:
tle of Bacardi in plain view. A vehicle search High School located 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., an unknown suspect stole Private Property.
revealed 132 rounds of 9mm ammunition, 7 at 520 Fox Run Blvd. the victim’s rear vehicle tag while parked
shotgun shells, 6 open and empty liquor bot- in Prince Frederick, at the Sunderland Park & Ride, located at Editor’s Note: The above arrests are not an
tles, a Glock 48 9m handgun, one magazine for the report of 6425 N Solomons Island Rd in Sunderland. indication of guilt or innocence as the cases
containing 9 rounds of 9mm ammunition, one Jayvion Marquise Buck a fight in prog- The estimate value of stolen property is have not been adjudicated
Smith and Wesson magazine with 13 rounds ress. Investigation unknown at this time.
of 9mm ammunition, a cut straw with a white revealed multiple subjects were screaming Anyone with information about these inci-
powdery residue (suspected cocaine) and and acting disorderly. Staff members on Theft: 24-68446 On September 4, 2024, dents is asked to call the Sheriff’s Office at
$852.00 in US currency. Hebbard was placed the scene were attempting to disperse the Deputy MacWilliams responded to the 6300 (410) 535-2800 and reference the case num-
into custody and transported to the Calvert crowd. DFC Crum observed a male yelling block of 15th Street in Chesapeake Beach, for ber provided. Citizens may remain anony-
County Detention Center where he was at school staff members and aggressively the report of a hit and run. The complainant mous thru the ‘Submit a Tip’ feature on the
charged with Handgun in a Vehicle, Illegal assaulting them. The male later identified advised an unknown suspect struck a vehicle Calvert County Sheriff’s Office mobile app.
Possession of Ammunition, Illegal Possession as Jayvion Marquise Buck, 18 of Lusby, parked in the victim’s driveway and stole the To download, visit https://apps.myocv.com/
of a Regulated Firearm, DWI, Concealing a was advised to leave the premises but con- front registration plate causing minor front share/a39520678 . Tipsters may also email
Dangerous Weapon, CDS: Possession-Not tinued to yell profanities in front of mul- end damage. The estimated value of dam- [email protected]
Cannabis, CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia, tiple bystanders attending the football aged and stolen property is $300.

Fentanyl Dealer Lusby Man Sentenced

Sentenced for Sex Abuse of a Minor
Michael Patrick Hering, 40, of Prince Theodore Frederick Harris, 65 of Lusby on
Frederick, on Sept.16 entered a guilty Sept. 3, received a sentence of 18 years in
plea in Calvert County Circuit Court to prison from Calvert County Circuit Court
the charge of CDS distribution (Fentanyl) Judge Mark S. Chandlee. Harris was con-
large volume. Hering was sentenced by victed of two charges involving sexual
Judge Mark S. Chandlee to 20 years impris- abuse of a minor.
onment suspended to 5 years without the In February 2023, a child reported instances
possibility of parole. of sexual abuse to her mother. The mother
Based upon an investigation conducted Michael Patrick Hering reported it to the authorities. A joint investi- Theodore Frederick Harris
by the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Drug gation by Child Protective Services and the
Enforcement Unit (DEU), a court-ordered State’s Attorney Robert Harvey wishes Calvert County Sheriff’s Office developed prison time. He will be on five years of super-
search warrant was obtained for Hering’s to commend members of the DEU and Harris as the suspect. Harris was interviewed vised probation upon release and will be
residence. The warrant was executed on Senior Assistant State’s Attorney Lee Ann by Detective Buck of the Sheriff’s Office and required to register as a sex offender for life.
February 27, 2024. During the search, Bell for their outstanding work on this case. ultimately admitted to the abuse. When the This case was prosecuted by Senior Assis-
detectives recovered approximately 9 details became known, a second victim came tant State’s Attorney Rebecca N. Cordero.
grams of Fentanyl, a schedule II controlled Press Release from Calvert County forward and reported that Harris had abused
dangerous substance, pressed into blue State’s Attorney her when she was a child. Press Release from Calvert County
counterfeit 30 mg. Oxycodone pills. Harris faces an additional 12 years of State’s Attorney
 9 CALENDARS Calvert County Times Thursday, September 19, 2024

Calvert Community Calendar

To submit your event listing to go in our Community Calendar, please email [email protected] with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Monday prior to our Thursday publication.

Thu, Sep 19 event sponsored by the Town of Chesapeake How to Save the Bees in the country. This event is free and open to
Beach to highlight local food, drinks, artists the public. Light refreshments will be pro-
Lawyers in the Library and businesses. The Town of Chesapeake Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch vided. Please register at calvertdemwomen.
Beach hosts the event at no cost to guests, 4100 5th St., North Beach com/event-5826487
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch moving the event each year at a hosting local 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
4100 5th St., North Beach restaurant to showcase all that the Town has Wine & Design Fundraiser
1-3 p.m. to offer! This years event will feature live Hear expert Sam Droege of the U.S.
music from the Ryan Forrester band, free Geological Survey, explain the best plant- Kids Art Skool
Need help with an expungement? Have samples from our local restaurants spon- ings to make your yard bee-friendly! 410- 301 Steeple Chase Dr, Prince Frederick
civil legal questions? Meet briefly with sored by the Town of Chesapeake Beach, 257-2411. https://CalvertLibrary.info. 4-6 p.m.
an attorney at the library to get hands-on drinks and fun for the whole family!
help. Types of issues include: Bankruptcy, Fiber Fiends: Knitting and Crocheting Join us for a fun evening of creativity and
Child custody, Divorce, Expungement Artsfest ‘24 Fine Arts Festival camaraderie! MAEVE Northern Calvert
(removing convictions from criminal Calvert Library Southern Branch has partnered with Kids Art Skool to bring
records), Foreclosure, Government bene- Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons you a Wine & Design night where you can
fits, Landlord/tenant, Wills/tenants. 410- 13470 Dowell Road, Solomons 2-4 p.m. unleash your inner artist. This event is open
257-2411. https://CalvertLibrary.info. to the public and a portion of proceeds goes
Celebrate the visual and performing arts Get together with other fiber crafters to to support MAEVE Northern Calvert’s phil-
with 170+ artists booths, 40+ performers learn or develop your skills. Work on proj- anthropic work Ages 21 and up, BYOB
Sat, Sep 21 on four stages, activities for kids, and more! ects in progress or start something new! Registration/tickets: www.kidsartskool.
Food and drink will be available for pur- Registration requested. BYOY! (Bring com/service-page/maeve-fundraiser
Bird Walk—World Migratory Bird Day chase. Advanced tickets purchase online, Your Own Yarn!) 410-326-5289. https://
$10/person ($12 at the gate, if not sold out), CalvertLibrary.info.
Chesapeake Beach Rail Trail kids 11 & under free; members free. Wed, Sep 25
7-9 a.m.
Village Days Sun, Sep 22 Dine Out One Maryland One Book
All ages and abilities are encouraged to Discussion
join local naturalists, Calvert County Parks Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum. Claws for Paws
and Recreation, and North Beach staff who 10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard Heritage 485
will lead a relaxing and slow-paced morning 10:00 a.m.-3 p.m. Abner’s Crab House 6-8 p.m.
of bird watching at the Chesapeake Beach Chesapeake Beach
Railway and Calvert County Birding Trail. This free drop-in event inside our Woodland 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Join us this month for a discussion of What
https://CalvertLibrary.info. Indian Village provides hands-on instruction Storm, What Thunder by Myriam J.A.
on various topics including pottery, baskets, Benefit Humane Society [f Calvert County; Chancy. Dinner will be at 6pm at Heritage
Garden Smarter: Toads & Fairy House stone tools, fire, and hunting. This program Aall you can eat crabs for $60 a person. 485 and discussion will begin at 7pm. The
is generously supported by the Friends of JPP Includes 1one order of hush puppies per whole state is being asked to read and discuss
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch person, soda, tea, water. Cash bar available. this book as the One Maryland One Book
4100 5th St., North Beach World Migratory Bird Celebration 50/50 drawing and raffle items. Tickets avail- initiative. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
10-11:30 a.m. able at humanesocietyofcalvertcounty.org https://CalvertLibrary.info
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch
Learn a little about toads and how to create 4100 5th St., North Beach 90th Anniversary Democratic Women’s
a fairy house for them. The program will be 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Club Ongoing
held in the Makerspace which allows ages 8
years and older with an adult. 410-257-2411. This event highlights the importance of Christ Church Parish Calvert County Fair
https://CalvertLibrary.info. conserving migratory birds and their hab- 3100 Broomes Island Rd, Port Republic
itats. Enjoy a day filled with learning and 2-4 p.m. Calvert County Fairgrounds
Taste the Beaches fun, including activities for children and 140 Calvert Fair Dr., Prince Frederick
tweens, local environmental booths, and Please join us for the Calvert Democratic Sept. 25-29.
Chesapeake Beach talks by naturalists and authors. 410-257- Women’s Club 90th Anniversary
11 a.m.-3 p.m. 2411. https://CalvertLibrary.info. Celebration! Meet and mingle with local Come on our and join the fun at the Calvert
Democrats as we celebrate the founding of County Fair! See website for daily schedule.
Taste the Beaches is a festival-themed free one of the oldest Democratic women’s clubs https://calvertcountyfair.com/

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1. Wrest 1. Greenwich Time
5. Russian river 2. Metropolis
10. Grupo Montparnasse founder 3. Complete
12. One who quits prematurely 4. Scheduled
14. Related to the nature of being 5. One who obeys
16. Early multimedia 6. Resinlike substance secreted by cer-
18. Indigenous Tibetan religion tain lac insects
19. Tease 7. Days (Spanish)
20. J.M. __, Irish dramatist 8. Unsaturated hydrocarbon radical
22. Pounds per square inch 9. Region of the U.S. (abbr.)
23. Surrendered 10. Tributary of the Alabama River
25. Notable Dallas Cowboy Leon 11. One who eliminates
26. Dash 13. Ballroom music
27. Man who behaves dishonorably 15. Officer in the Book of Mormon
28. British Air Aces 17. Denies
30. Data executive 18. Barrels per day (abbr.)
31. Spiritual leader 21. Make vital
33. Flower cluster 23. Former NFLer Newton
35. Of the cheek 24. Kashmiri tribe
37. Tears down 27. Indigenous S. American person
38. Uncoordinated 29. Capacitance unit
40. Touches lightly 32. MLB great Scherzer
41. Soak 34. Taxi
42. Founder of Babism 35. Boggy
44. Not good 36. Artist’s workroom
45. Inches per minute (abbr.) 39. Feline
48. Type of casino game 40. Prosecutors
50. Skills assessments for adults 43. Freshwater perches
52. Check 44. Young ladies
53. Gives a job 46. Whittles
55. Fifth note of a major scale 47. Licensed for Wall Street
56. Small, faint constellation 49. Type of gene
57. Thou 51. Express displeasure
58. Reduce 54. Fly high
63. Another recording 59. Norwegian krone
65. Removes for good 60. Investment account
66. Jill and Catherine are two 61. Chinese surname
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St. Mary's Community Calendar

To submit your event listing to go in our Community Calendar, please email [email protected] with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Monday prior to our Thursday publication.

Fri, Sep 20 10 a.m. to noon Poker at HVRS Sun, Sep 22

Fall Bazaar 2024—Craft & Vendor Sale Join us to gain support, practical advice and Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad Family and Friends Day Celebration
understanding! We have all been where you 43256 Rescue Ln., Hollywood
Northern Senior Activity Center are and would love to share with you our 6 p.m. First Missionary Baptist Church
29655 Charlotte Hall Rd., Charlotte Hall experiences and compassion. No matter how 46370 Pegg Ln., Lexington Park
9 a.m. to 11 a.m. long since your loss, if you have lost your hus- Texas Hold’Em at Hollywood Vol Rescue 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
band or wife, you are welcome! We look for- Squad. $85.00 buy-in for $20k in chips.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Our seniors are ward to meeting you! If you have questions, Rounds are 20 minutes each. Doors open at Let’s Celebrate! First Missionary Baptist
back with more unique items to sell. The please email: [email protected]. 5 pm, tournament starts at 6pm. BYOB, food Church, under the leadership of Pastor
shopping possibilities are endless! Find and sodas will be available for purchase. Roderick W. McClanahan, invite you to our
some Halloween/Thanksgiving/Christmas Commissioner Ostrow Town Hall See www.hvrs.org for more info. Chance Family and Friends Celebration on Sunday,
décor. Great opportunity to buy gifts for a Meeting at 50/50 included in your buy-in. Tables September 22, 2024, during our 10:00am
loved one. Support local merchants. Invite deal their own cards, dealers are not pro- Divine Worship Service. The theme for the
your family & friends to shop with you— BDVFD Hall vided. Late Entries permitted until 1st break, celebration is ‘Rooted in God’s Love’. The
this event is open to the public. No regis- 46900 S Shangri-La Dr., Lexington Park approx. 7 pm cut off. No rebuys allowed. guest preacher for the occasion will be Rev.
tration is needed to attend. See you there! 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. **PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT IS AT Dr. DeCarlo Coley, Kent Baptist Church,
THE RESCUE SQUAD, NOT THE FIRE Greater Landover, MD.
Come out and join me for another informa- HOUSE** The Celebration will be In-House and
Sat, Sep 21 tive town hall meeting. Please come talk Virtually. The virtual phone number is
to me about any concerns you have in the 617-691-8533 or virtual meeting ID: join.
Widow/Widower Group community, and find out what your com- freeconferencecall.com/fmbc0. Masks are
missioner has accomplished for St. Mary’s. optional, temperatures will be taken upon
45220 Flintlock Ct., Hollywood entry, and hand sanitizer will be available.

UPCOMING EVENTS
One Maryland One Book: at the Charlotte Hall Library on Tuesday, Lexington Park Library, Wednesday, • Korean Chuseok
What Storm, What Thunder September 24 from 6 – 8 p.m. Indulge September 25 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. First • Japanese Tsukimi
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Each year, thousands of Marylanders This unique event offers a delightful op- walk-ins only. is required.
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ticipation in this year’s One Maryland Court Help Clinic celebrated in Vietnam, China, Korea, and creating a garden paradise for pollina-
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minder to do what you can to help oth- fers a free Family Law Self Help Legal on Saturday, September 28 from 10 a.m. beauty it brings to your outdoor space.
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on-one session with an attorney to dis- Asia! We’re hosting a belated celebration
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PARADE DAY
8:00 AM Open Class livestock show (SR)
9:00 AM Exhibit buildings open
9:00 AM Fair Parade Registration begins (Tech Center)
10:00 AM Carnival opens
10:30 AM “The Star Spangled Banner” by Leonardtown High School Chamber
Choirs — Kyle Teston, Director
10:30 AM Fair Parade
11:00 AM Amateur Class Jousting Tournament (GS)
12:30 PM Leonardtown High School Orchestra — John Oplinger, Director (PAV)
1:00 PM Grand Jousting Parade and Professional Class Jousting Tournament
1:00 PM 4-H Visual Presentation Contest (4-H)
1:30 PM David Dent Stuffed Ham Demonstration
2:00 PM Southern Maryland Concert Band (PAV)
6:00 PM 4-H Livestock Auction (SR)
6:00 PM Bicycle Drawing (OF)
6:30 PM Suttler Post Clydesdales Demonstration (GS)
7:00 PM Heavy Weight Horse Pull (GS)]
9:00 PM Exhibit buildings close
10:00 PM Carnival closes

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Southern Maryland Decorative Painters (Arts & Crafts Bldg) 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Maryland Ag Education Showcase Trailer on display
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8:30 AM Open Class Horse Show starts (GS)
9:00 AM Exhibit buildings open
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RE-ELECT Thursday, September 19
OPENING DAY
Cathy Allen 3:00 PM
4:00 PM
4:00 PM
Gates open to public
Exhibit Buildings open to public
4-H Photo Challenge begins
4:30 PM 4-H Livestock Judging Contest (SR)
5:00 PM Carnival opens (ride all evening wristband for $35)
5:30 PM 4-H Horse Drill Team Performances (GS)
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Board member 7:00 PM Chain Saw Artist Rick Pratt and Family
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• Proven leadership and Color Guard by St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office
experience bringing our “The Star Spangled Banner” by Leonardtown Middle School Chorus —
James Bowser, Director
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• Former critical care nurse Welcome from John Richards, President, St. Mary’s County Fair Assoc.
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• Effective, tireless advocate 7:00 PM Miniature Horse Pull (GS)
9:00 PM Exhibit buildings close
for our students, schools, 10:00 PM Carnival closes
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Lion’s Mobile Screening Trailer (Vision & Hearing) (4:00pm – 7:00pm)
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Kountry K-9 Shows, times to be announced
Glass Blowing Demonstrations
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Southern Maryland Wood Carvers (ARTS)
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8:00 AM 4-H Livestock Show starts (SR)
8:00 AM 4-H Horse and Pony Show starts (GS)
9:00 AM Exhibit Buildings open to public
10:00 AM Horticulture ID Contest (4-H)
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11:00 AM Decorated Wagon Contest (ARTS)
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6:00 PM Community Fellowship (Tolerance Hall)
7:00 PM Light Weight Horse Pull (GS)
County Fair! Happy Fair Days to All 7:30 PM
9:00 PM
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Exhibit buildings close
10:00 PM Carnival closes

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Suttler Post Farm Clydesdales on display

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Maryland Ag Education Showcase Trailer on display
Chee Chee the Clown Balloon twister
SATURDAY 7AM-12PM Don’t miss the Butterfly Safari
Visit the County Government exhibits in the Fair/Stage Auditorium
 A Special Pull Out Section
ST. MARY’S

COUNTY FAIR SCHEDULE

Signs, Signs, Everywhere There’re (Fair) Signs

By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer

Walking through the St. Mary’s County Fair,

now in its 77th year, visitors are bombarded
with numerous displays and projects cele-
brating the history of agriculture here, includ-
ing pens full of prize-seeking farm animals.
Aside from all those displays, projects
and carnival rides and attractions, there are
many other pieces that assemble the puzzle
of the county fair each year.
One of them is something thousands
of people pass each day in the few weeks
leading up to fair starting Sept. 19, but only
notice for a few seconds.
They are the comical, cartoonish road Delia Vallandingham with the sign depicting her winning artwork A projector allows the original linework drawing to
signs dotting the byways and thoroughfares be traced onto the sign
of the county. have their fair-themed artwork displayed in lighter three-pound version, making the and crafty all my life.”
Adorable and endearing, the signs depict the annual fair guide. process a bit less unwieldy. Her art entry has a pair of draft horses
farm life but they are more than just artwork The best of these pieces submitted to the Only one new plywood sign is painted pulling a giant pumpkin which currently
designed to boost fair attendance. fair board is published on the front cover each year, Richards said. graces the fairgrounds in Leonardtown with
“It’s part of the fair’s history and cul- of the fair guide, with other runners-up pre- This means that only one of the many a Ferris wheel in the background.
ture,” said John Richards, president of the sented on the interior of the publication. signs posted all over St. Mary’s is new, “The Ferris wheel is a signature piece of
fair association. “We started doing this about The top artwork would then become a while the rest have been created and kept the county fair,” she said.
30 years ago. fair sign, with the artist who created the the by the fair board for the past 30-plus years. Her family is deeply involved in farming
“Back then we just painted some three- winning piece brought in to paint the work This year’s front-page winner is Delia and she also shows goats, pigs and sheep at
quarter-inch plywood.” onto a piece of special plywood designed to Vallandingham, a student at Chopticon High the fair as well as enters crafts and competes
But that soon changed as fair volunteers take well with paint. School who drew her initial art project while in the public speaking contest.
decided to make larger wooden signs depict- A projector is then used to show the art- still at Margaret Brent Middle School. She is also the Junior Ms. Farm Bureau
ing award-winning artwork in the fair’s work on the plywood, which allows the She said she has tried several times over Ambassador, she said.
annual catalogue. artist to most accurately paint-in the image the past few years to submit a piece of art She said she plans on continuing the fam-
“We got to thinking: ‘We’ve got this beau- they initially submitted on the sign. that would appear not only on the cover of ily tradition; she wants to study animal sci-
tiful artwork in our fair guide every year,’” “Some people call that cheating but I the fair guide but on the fair’s t-shirts avail- ence in college.
Richards told The County Times. “Some of think it’s fine,” Richards said. “It’s really able for sale this year. “I hope to have a farm of my own when
them are now on display at the fairgrounds.” the only way to do it.” “I just thought it would be really cool I’m older and have animals for my kids to
The painting of the signs occurs every The first projector the fair board used to have my design, with my name on it to show at the fair,” Vallandingham said.
August, Richards said, with junior and for many years weighed about 50 pounds, be on so many people’s backs at the fair,”
senior high school students competing to Richards said, but now they use a much Vallandingham, 14, said. “I’ve been artistic [email protected]
 14 OBITUARIES St. Mary’s County Times Thursday, September 19, 2024

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Carl Griffitts, 63 the son of the late Bobby Gene Harper and Leonardtown, MD 20650. Burial will follow Virginia and her family moved to
Ramona Annabelle Harper (nee: Barth). at Charles Memorial Gardens, 26325 Point Lexington Park, MD in 1976, and, a few
Carl Henry Griffitts Bob received his Bachelor’s degree from Lookout Road, Leonardtown. years later, she started her business as an
was born on Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and Contributions may be made to the antique dealer. Over the next 40 years, her
December 14, 1960 was a veteran of United States Navy with 6 Wounded Warriors Project in Bob’s Honor business expanded and she had as many as
in Inglewood, CA and years of dedicated service. In 2020 he retired (support.woundedwarriorproject.org). five antique shops at the same time in the
died on September from Patuxent River Naval base as a Logistics Condolences to the family may be made PA-MD-VA area. In addition, her extensive
14, 2024 in Great Engineer for the Department of Defense. He at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com knowledge of antique furniture enabled
Mills, MD. Carl was was an avid Fisherman and Hunter and a very Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral her to become a licensed appraiser for the
a loving husband, proud Dad. He enjoyed watching his son, Home, P.A. Southern Maryland area in the 80s and 90s.
father, brother, and Jesse play football and his daughter, Chrissy She continued to work as a successful busi-
son. A musician, mechanic, dreamer, inven- play softball and was even part of the board Virginia Bunker, 86 nesswoman until December 2023. Virginia
tor, lifelong ham operator, he had an affinity for Parks and Recreation for several years. In loved gardening as well, and her yard was
with all things aircraft and electrical. He was his free time, helped his friend on his family Virginia “Ginger” Lee always full of beautiful flowering plants and
especially thoughtful, generous, and respected farm, cheered on his favorite baseball team, Bunker, “Grammee,” trees throughout most of the year. Most of
by the local community. He is survived by his the St. Louis Cardinals, and was a Boy Scout 86, of Lexington Park, all, she loved her children, grandchildren,
wife, four kids, five grandkids, and six siblings. Leader for many years. MD, went to be with and great-grandchildren and she was a very
Services are private. Bob is survived by his beloved wife, the Lord on Saturday, important part of their lives.
Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Edmona “Monie” Lee Harper, his son September 14, 2024. A Celebration of Life Service will be held
Home, P.A. Jesse Harper (Katie), and his grandchildren, Born on May 10, on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at 11 AM
Zachary and Amelia. He is also survived by 1938, in Brainerd, at Patuxent Presbyterian Church, 23421
Bob Harper, 69 this three sisters, Susan, Judy, and Cindy. MN, she was the Kingston Creek Road, California, MD 20619.
Bob is tragically preceded in death by his daughter of the late Blanche Burchett and the In lieu of flowers, please consider contri-
Robert “Bob” beloved daughter Christine who passed in late Arthur Bangston. She is survived by her butions to the American Lung Association at
Eugene Harper, 69 2004 at just 21. The loss of Chrissy left an sister, Carolyn Benzinger of Hillsboro, ND, her www.lung.org/get-involved/ways-to-give,
of Lexington Park, undeniable hole in the family’s hearts and daughters, Jody Hass (Robert) of Scottsdale, or mail to American Lung Association,
Maryland, passed they take comfort in knowing that Bob is now AZ, Julie Tracy (Robert) of Hollywood, MD, National Direct Response, P.O. Box 756,
away on September with her and will be laid to rest at her side. and Tonya Lakner of California, MD, her Osceola, WI 54020-0756.
9, 2024 in LaPlata, Family will receive friends for a memorial grandchildren, Molly Tracy of Seattle, WA, Condolences to the family may be made
Maryland with his gathering on Friday, September 20, 2024 from Jay Tracy (Miranda) of California, MD, and at www.mgfh.com.
wife at his side. 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with a Memorial two great-grandchildren. Virginia was pre- Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-
Born in Potosi, service beginning at 12:00 p.m. at Brinsfield ceded in death by her sister, Venita Seefield, Gardiner Funeral Home and Cremation
Missouri on November 20, 1954, he was Funeral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood Road, and her granddaughter, Jamie Emory. Services, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.

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The Tackle Box

Fishing Report
By Ken Lamb
Contributing Writer

PREDICTABLY
There have been bluefish in the 4-to-8-
pound category eating surgical hose lures
(eels) in the bay for the last two months.

UNPREDICTABLE
Charter boats and experienced trollers using
number 2 planers are doing well. Working
from the PR buoy south to Hooper’s Island
Light to 72 and on down to the Target Ship
By Ronald N. Guy and below the fishing is very good. The big-
Contributing Writer ger boats that can put out bigger spreads and
handle rough weather have the advantage.
When the NFL Draft ends, another draft begins. This one isn’t televised. Mel There is a generous mix of cobia, bull reds,
Kiper, NFL Draft Expert (and Baltimore native), isn’t available with prospect and slot reds taking the lures as well. When
breakdowns. Short of NFL front offices and coaching staffs, and ultimate the bull reds gather for a surface feeding
nerd-fans, no one cares. And rightfully so: This is the NFL equivalent of a frenzy they can be caught casting lures on
picked-over yard sale. light tackle. The boats pull in their trolling
Nevertheless, this second draft, if you will, is for the vinyl record hounds. gear and drift into the feeding fish with lure
You know who you are. You search for record shows and music shops wherever casters hooking up on any dangling lure.
your travels lead. Stuffed crates are comprehensively searched. No record can The spanish mackerel were not in the mix
go unturned. Broken fingernails and busted cuticles must be risked. Mounds much in the bay this week, but good catches
of record fodder are no deterrent. The crates contain vinyl gold - somewhere. of spanish, rockfish and bluefish were made
Golfers swear one memorable shot can rescue a brutal round; likewise, a single in the Potomac on the Virginia side from are getting their share. The St. Mary’s River
epic find validates the swim in vinyl seas. Ragged Point to the 301 Bridge with a con- is still the hottest location.
What in the “it rhymes with smell” am I talking about? Undrafted free centration in the area of Machodoc Creek. Perch fishing is off and on in the creeks.
agents - UDFAs for the initiated. Dudes unselected during the seven rounds of The rockfish were very good there for jig- Good days are very good; off days not so
every annual NFL draft immediately become UDFAs. It’s slick code for what gers who spotted them on their electronics. much. The puppy drum are not as numer-
resembles an ordinary job search. Instead of getting chosen by a team and The blues and mackerel were chasing bait ous in some creeks. The river shorelines
reporting aboard, UDFAs shop their wares, balance offers for fit or financial on the surface, attracting birds. Rockfish are best now for under-sized puppy drum,
return, and make a decision in their best interest. It sounds glamorous. It isn’t. were underneath for deep jiggers. Slot reds white perch and slot reds. The rockfish
Better descriptors: disappointing, nerve-racking, stressful. UDFAs are clinging and puppy drum show up at any time amidst are slowly moving back into their familiar
to NFL life. Few make NFL rosters, fewer still make meaningful contributions the other feeders. haunts. Their feeding activity is improving
or see their jerseys in the stands. Lure casters in the fish in the shallows of with the cooler water temperatures.
Imagine: three years ago you were a backup running back on a middling the Potomac and Patuxent are doing well at Spot and croaker are all over the rivers
Georgia Tech football team. “Middling” being kind: you won 16 total games in dawn and dusk. There are redfish, rockfish and creeks. The problem is they are in the
four years with the Yellow Jackets (Free tip: If you dig jazz, check out the band and an occasional trout (usually very good- tiny bait-stealing size. There are jumbo spot
Yellowjackets). The 2022 NFL Draft comes and goes, your name unspoken. The sized) ready to take your surface popper, soft and keeper croaker on the oyster bars and
phone rings. Modest offers filter in. You sign with San Francisco, one of the plastic, or swimming plug. Shore fishermen holes, but you have to search for them.
best teams in the NFL, and begin a precarious professional football existence.
After two seasons, your resume includes 80-ish carries and over 30 games
played. As an UDFA, the odds have already been beaten. Entering the 2024
season, you’re buried on the depth chart behind more experienced players and
the most versatile running back in the NFL. Then stuff happens, as it does in
life. The backup gets hurt in late August. The starter has a nagging injury and
can’t go. So in week one, on Monday Night Football, in front of the entire
nation, you get the start.
Too much? Stage too big? Nah. You rush 28 times for 147 yards and a touch-
down to lead your team to victory.
And that’s the story of Jordan Mason: UDFA and the most unlikely starting
running back for the San Francisco 49ers. He backed up that Monday night
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But there’s more – the sheer unpredictability of Mason’s emergence. Further,
that he’s taking handoffs from Brock Purdy, himself an absolute lottery ticket
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Registration Now
Open for Community
Health & Wellness Fair
Pet 
of the
Week
St. Mary’s County Government’s Depart- • Living with Lyme Disease (10:45 a.m.)
“Made with love –
ment of Aging & Human Services (DAHS) Presented by: MarieNoelle Lautieri,
For the love of Dogs.”
is excited to announce the annual Commu- Department of Aging & Human
nity Health & Wellness Fair, which will be Services
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Maryland at Southern Maryland, located Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office
at 44219 Airport Road in California, MD.
This event is free and open to the pub-
lic. Health screenings offered at this year’s
DAHS thanks the many sponsors that
support this event, including St. Mary’s
Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, The


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Kickball Games
St. Mary’s County Government’s events will be held at Chancellor’s Run
Department of Recreation & Parks (R&P) Regional Park on Sunday, October 13, 2024,
has officially opened registration for from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Cost is $20 per couple
Mother-Son and Father-Daughter Kickball! ($40 for non-residents), $10 each additional
The original mother-son kickball game participant ($20 for non-resident).
is back! Moms – enjoy a friendly game Register online at www.stmaryscoun-
of kickball with your son. But the fun tymd.gov/recreate or at the R&P office in
doesn’t end there! Dads and daughters can Leonardtown. For questions or assistance,
join in this year, as we will be running a please contact us at (301) 475-4200 ext. 1800.
father-daughter kickball game simultane- Never miss an update! Follow R&P
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Naval Air Station

Patuxent River News
New Contract Will
Support Information
Systems Modernization
KBR announced today it has been awarded Joint Technical Data Integration (JTDI), the
an estimated $230 million cost-plus-fixed- Joint Delivery Management Service (JDMS)
fee recompete contract under the Department and the Naval Air Systems Command Fleet
of Defense Information Analysis Center’s System Array (NFSA) programs, which are
(DoD IAC) multiple-award contract (MAC) the bedrock of current and future LOG IT
vehicle. These DoD IAC MAC task orders operations.
are awarded by the U.S. Air Force’s “For the past 21 years, KBR has supported
774th Enterprise Sourcing Squadron to these and similar essential requirements as

- Residential & Commercial

develop and create new knowledge for the a trusted partner to the U.S. government,”
enhancement of the DTIC repository and said Stuart Bradie, KBR President and
the R&D and S&T community. KBR will CEO. “We are proud to be selected again
perform information systems moderniza-
tion for Logistics Information Technology
by NAVAIR to further demonstrate our abil-
ity to deliver high-end, technical capabili- - 10/20/30 Yard Containers
- Construction Debris
(LOG IT) programs supporting Naval Air ties while implementing and enabling large
Systems Command (NAVAIR), Program complex enterprise systems.”
Executive Office for Manpower, Logistics KBR deploys technical support and data
and Business Solutions (PEO MLB) and
Commander, Fleet Readiness Centers
(COMFRC). The work will be primarily
transportation to over 83,000 users across
U.S. Navy, Army, and Marine Corps units
deployed ashore, afloat, and expeditionary
- Concrete/Brick & Block
performed at Naval Air Station Patuxent
River, Maryland and Huntsville, Alabama
environments. This award spotlights success
with large, complex distributed systems, - Garage/Home Clean-outs
- Property Clean Up
over a period of five years. which enable mission accomplishment
Under the terms of the contract, KBR will while maintaining a cost-conscious mindset.
provide optimized IT solutions across the
NAVAIR enterprise. KBR’s LOG IT team
will perform research and development
About the DOD IAC Program
“The DoD IAC, sponsored by the Defense - Fast Reliable Service
for data movement of real-time flight and Technical Information Center, provides
maintenance information and publications,
deployable hosting solutions for applica-
technical data management and research
support for DoD and federal government
- Competitive Rates
tions and a fleet representative environment users. Established in 1946, the IAC program
in which to perform end-to-end testing of serves the DoD science & technology (S&T)

Celebrating the
software releases, cybersecurity updates and acquisition communities to drive inno-
and refinement of business solutions for vation and technological developments by
the maintenance and logistics environment. enhancing collaboration through integrated
These essential in-service systems engineer-
ing, modernization, testing and sustainment
capabilities will be delivered through the
scientific and technical information devel-
opment and dissemination for the DoD and
broader S&T community”.
St. Mary’s County Fair:
77 Years of Family Fun
Navy Awards Contract
for Continued AN/
UPX-50 Redesign
The U.S. Navy awarded a $24 million con- Core DI, formerly hosted in the Interrogator
tract to BAE Systems for the continued Set, AN/UPX-24(V).
redesign of the AN/UPX-50(C) digital inter- The redesigned interrogator features a
rogator assemblies. common modular design and systems archi-
The cost-plus-fixed-fee contract is a tecture that allows for customized configu-
modification to a previously issued basic rations and performance optimization. The
ordering agreement to address parts obso- design of this next generation interrogator
lescence and implement solutions to achieve allows for faster updates to Identification
compliance with the latest specifications, Friend or Foe technology in air defense,
qualification and certification standards weapon systems, air traffic control and
for the Navy. Additionally, this order adds range instrumentation for several decades.
tasking for the integration of Target Report Work is scheduled to be complete in late
Processing capabilities into the Common 2026.
 8 LOCAL NEWS St. Mary’s County Times Thursday, September 19, 2024

Man Arrested Shooting in Lexington

for Narcotic Box Park Leaves One Dead
Tampering Incidents Deputies from the St. Mary’s County
Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported
shooting at the intersection of Midway
contact Detective David Lawrence at 301-
475-4200, ext. 8130, or by email at David.
[email protected].
Following an investigation into allegations Drive and Wasp Drive in Lexington Park Tipsters can also call Crime Solvers 24/7
of tampering with Emergency Medical on Friday, September 13, at approximately at 301-475-3333 or text Crime Solvers
Services narcotic boxes and vials of fen- 9:50 p.m. Upon arrival, deputies located at 274637. In the message block, type
tanyl, deputies from the St. Mary’s County Jovan William Medley, 18, suffering “Tip239” and select SEND. After you get
Sheriff’s Office, along with detectives from from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite a response, continue your conversation.
the Criminal Investigations Division (CID) life-saving efforts, Medley was pronounced Note: Tip239 is case-sensitive and must
arrested Thomas Patrick Raley, age 39, of deceased at the scene. be typed in the message block as shown.
Leonardtown on a warrant, on Wednesday, The Criminal Investigations Division With Crime Solvers, you never have to give
September 11, 2024. has assumed the case, and anyone with your name. You may be eligible for a cash
In July, the Sheriff’s Office was alerted information about this incident is asked to reward if your information leads to an arrest.
to suspected tampering incidents involving

Legislative Delegation
the security seal on a narcotics box in a local
medic unit. Detectives from CID discovered
fentanyl vials in the medic box had been com-

& Commissioners to
promised, leading to further investigation
uncovering additional tampering incidents in
multiple county medic units and EMS facil-

Hold Joint Meeting

ities. As the investigation progressed, Raley Thomas Patrick Raley
was identified as the sole suspect, leading to
the filing of numerous criminal charges. vagabond; 21 counts of CDS: possession
Raley was charged with 34 criminal – not cannabis; and one count CDS: pos-
counts, including one count each of theft session of controlled paraphernalia for pur- The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County information and related documents can be
scheme of $1500 to under $25,000, theft poses of illegally administering a controlled (CSMC) will host a joint public meeting with viewed online at: www.stmaryscountymd.
scheme of $100 to under $1500, and sec- dangerous substance. the St. Mary’s County Legislative Delegation gov/publichearings.
ond-degree burglary; three counts of theft Raley was transported to the Detention on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 6 p.m., in the Citizens are encouraged to attend and
of $100 to less than $1500; four counts of and Rehabilitation Center in Leonardtown CSMC meeting room, located on the first participate in the public meeting. Those
theft less than $100; two counts rogue and to await a bond hearing. floor of the Chesapeake Building at 41770 wishing to address the Commissioners
Baldridge Street in Leonardtown, MD. and members of the St. Mary’s County

17-Year-Old Arrested
The purpose of this meeting is to con- Legislative Delegation may participate
sider requests by the CSMC and proposals in-person or provide their feedback via:
by local organizations and members of the • Email to [email protected]

on Weapons Charges
public for enactment of legislation during • Mail to P.O. Box 653, Leonardtown,
the 2025 Regular Session of the Maryland MD 20650
General Assembly. CSMC meetings are open to the pub-
A copy of the legislative proposals will lic and may be viewed live on St. Mary’s
Patrol deputies and detectives from the St. number, equipped with an extended KRISS be available in the County Attorney’s Office County Government (SMCG) TV
Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office executed a Vector magazine, capable of holding 40 and online at: www.stmarysmd.com/docs/ Channel 95 or at www.YouTube.com/@
search warrant on a residence in the 45000 rounds, and loaded with 20 rounds. LegislativeProposals2025.pdf. Meeting StMarysCoGov .
block of Woodstown Way in California, In Maryland, juveniles are prohibited

Residents Invited to
Maryland, on September 12, leading to the from possessing regulated firearms. The
arrest of a 17-year-old juvenile on multiple suspect was taken into custody and charged
weapons charges. as an adult with possession of a firearm by

Learn About Future

Following a joint investigation by the a minor, possession of a firearm without a
Patrol and Criminal Investigations Divisions, serial number, having a handgun on a person,
deputies obtained a search and seizure war- and having a loaded handgun on a person.

Transportation Projects
rant for the residence and the suspect. During The juvenile has been transported to
the search, law enforcement officers located the St. Mary’s County Detention and
a loaded P80 9MM handgun with no serial Rehabilitation Center in Leonardtown.

The Maryland Department of Transportation mation on the draft CTP, including upcom-
(MDOT) will visit St. Mary’s County on ing projects and priorities specific to St.

LOCAL
September 24, 2024, as part of its annual Mary’s County.
Consolidated Transportation Program “This meeting offers the opportunity for
(CTP) Tour. The meeting will take place our community to engage directly with state

ADVERTISING
at 6 p.m. in the Commissioners meet- officials on the transportation projects that
ing room, located on the 1st floor of the will shape the future of St. Mary’s County,”
Chesapeake Building at 41770 Baldridge said Commissioner President, James Randy

IS MORE
Street in Leonardtown. This meeting is open Guy. “These discussions are critical as we
to the public and provides the opportunity work collaboratively with the state to ensure
for residents and stakeholders to hear first- that our local transportation needs are met.”

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hand about Maryland’s capital budget for The annual CTP Tour provides an open
transportation projects. Residents may also forum for local governments and the public
watch the meeting live on TV Channel 95 or to discuss transportation needs and priorities.

THAN EVER.
at www.YouTube.com/@StMarysCoGov. The feedback gathered during these meet-
The CTP is Maryland’s six-year capital ings is instrumental in shaping the final CTP,
budget for transportation projects, encom- which will guide Maryland’s transportation
passing a wide range of initiatives aimed at investments over the next six years. For more
enhancing the state’s transportation infra- information about the MDOT Consolidated
TO SEE YOUR BUSINESS IN THE COUNTY TIMES, structure. During the meeting, the Secretary Transportation Program or to view the draft
of Transportation and representatives from CTP, please visit MDOT’s CTP website at
CONTACT US AT 301-373-4125 MDOT’s various modes will present infor- https://www.mdot.maryland.gov.
 Thursday, September 19, 2024 St. Mary’s County Times LOCAL NEWS 7

St. Mary’s Ryken Wants

Students to Aim High

Aiden Abell demonstrates a simulator at SMR’s Flight Academy

By Guy Leonard to a public launch event Sept. 17, offers 24

Staff Writer flight simulators but also classroom educa-
tion on aviation sciences aligned with stan-
Aiden Abell, a 17-year-old senior at St. dards of the Federal Aviation Administration.
Mary’s Ryken High School in Leonardtown, The curriculum was developed in coop-
wants to pursue being an aircraft structural eration with the Aircraft Owners and Pilots
mechanic and perhaps even become a pilot. Association.
His school’s new Flight Academy aims Dr. Glenn Wood, president and CEO of
to help him achieve that goal, with access the school, said that a key partner in the
to the latest in STEM curriculum built effort — The Patuxent Partnership’s Bonnie
around aviation science and state-of-the- Green — first advised him of a unique
art simulators. opportunity to make their wish a reality at
Abell, who wants to get as much avia- the private Catholic educational institution.
tion related education in high school as he “She called me up and asked me if I
can before moving on to a specialty training remembered the flight simulators we saw
school after graduation, demonstrated the at Escambia High School in Pensacola,
simulator’s efficacy to visitors to the acad- Florida,” Wood said to the open house vis-
emy this week. itors. “I said yes.
He took control of a computer simulated “She said ‘We have to move it in two days
F-35 Lighting II, just one of the aircraft the or less.’”
simulator can approximate for students. Wood said the quick dash to get the sim-
“I’ve been wanting to pursue something ulators that were suddenly available from
in aviation,” Abell said. “I enjoy this class the school was worth the effort to provide
so much.” the opportunity to students.
The Flight Academy program allows “We’re definitely blessed here in Southern
juniors or seniors to obtain their private Maryland to have so many partners in the
pilot’s or unmanned aircraft systems oper-
ator’s knowledge certificate.
“I just want to learn as much as a I can
aerospace field,” Wood said.
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THE Wentworth eekly State of Local

IT’S TIME TO PLANT FALL COLOR Agriculture Strong
SUPER
SPECIAL
Mums SUPER
SPECIAL
Pansies
6” Pot
and Growing
8” Pot Wentworth Grown!
By Guy Leonard that five-year span, according to the report.
Wentworth Grown! Staff Writer The actual total cropland, though,
decreased from 36,993 acres to 34,917, the
Though St. Mary’s County has become latest agriculture census showed.
$ 50
7 5 for $35 5
$ 99
6 for $30
known primarily as a hub for technology “I think the really good news is for that
EA. EA. innovation — largely due to the presence of
the U.S. Navy at NAS Patuxent River — agri-
five-year period, we saw an actual increase
in raw agricultural output in terms of dol-
Whitehouse culture and seafood production still remain lars,” Beale said. “And this is… from just
the dominant land use here, according to the over $25 million in 2017 to just a little over
Grass Seed latest report from the county’s Department of $35 million in 2022.”
Now is the Best Time Economic Development (DED). While the average of age of local farmers
to Renovate, Redo and or “People think we spend all of our time increased from 55 years old to 55-and-a-
Overseed Your Lawn. with defense contractors and manufactur- half-years-old from 2017 to 2022, the num-
All Bags are 98% Seed ers,” said Chris Kaselemis, DED director to ber of young farmers — 34 years old or less
(Not full of fillers) the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County at — increased from 157 to 172.
their Sept. 17 business meeting. “The reality First-time farmers also increase from 337
is we spend a ton of time with the [agricul- to 375, the report stated; overall the number
ture] community.” of agricultural producers in St. Mary’s has
Fall is For Lawns 50 lb Bag Ben Beale, lead agent from the University increased from 1,063 to 1,319.
Now of Maryland’s Agricultural Extension office, “That’s always really significant when we
Everything You Need joined Kaselemis and Priscilla Leitch, DED see an increase in the number of producers,”
$
12999 Agriculture and Seafood Division manager, Beale said.
To Do It Yourself Per Bag
to brief commissioners.
“You’ll see the numbers are actually going
Crops of all kinds remain the bulk of agri-
cultural production and sales in St. Mary’s,
YOUR LAWN CARE HEADQUARTERS up both in sales and number of farms and new
farmers entering into farming,” Leitch said.
accounting for $29.1 million; vegetable pro-
duction sales have grown from $2.8 million
Green ‘n Grow Lime Thatching Rake Fall Lawn Food “And I think that’s really a testament to the in value to $4.5 million.
Remove your old dead work that all of our [agricultural] resource part- Sales of livestock and poultry have also
5,000 sq.ft.
30 lb. bag thatch and even loosens ners have done over the last 10 to 20 years.” risen from $5.4 million to $6.1 million, the
Bag ONLY
Covers Much of this occurred as the county tran- report stated.
2999ea.
the soil.
$ sitioned from a mostly tobacco-centered In broad scope, the report showed that
5000 sq. ft.
Now agricultural to more diversified efforts such St. Mary’s leads the tri-county area in both

1999
15,000 sq.ft.
$ as produce, livestock and wine grapes. number of farms and in combined sales of
4988
$ Bag ONLY Beale’s presentation showed the number crops and livestock with over $35 million in
Per Bag $
6999ea. of farms here increased from 615 in 2017 to
656 in 2022; acreage dedicated to farming
sales; Charles and Calvert county had only
$20.6 million and $15.2 million agricultural
GreenSmart Starter Leaf Gro for Yard & Garden - Bag or Tote also increased from 61,803 to 64,380. sales for 2023.
5,000 sq.ft. Add organic soil to rebuild the nutrients The average farm size remained about the
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$
3999 1.5 cuft.

Commissioners Hear
ea.
15,000 sq.ft.
Bag
Now
Bag ONLY Only 6
$ 79 $
12999
$
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FA L L I S F O R L A W N C A R E
Per Tote
Legislative Proposals
By Guy Leonard The commissioners made no decisions for
NOW SCHEDULING FALL LAWN RENOVATIONS Staff Writer support or opposition this week.
Complete New Lawns with Grading & Drainage, Among the proposals were one from
Slice/Overseeding, Topsoil & Leafgro. The next Maryland General Assembly is set to Acting Chief Financial Officer Joyce Sapp
begin January 8 of next year, Deputy County to issue public facility bonds up to $94 mil-
Call Today For an Estimate 1-800-451-1427 Attorney John Houser told the Commissioners lion and from Department of Emergency
or request a consultation on-line: WentworthNursery.com of St. Mary’s County this week, and 15 pro- Services Director Jennifer Aubert-Utz for
posals for legislation that could be sent to the a law that would make amending the local
LANDSCAPE DESIGN BUILD Walks & Walls state lawmaking body from the county were animal control ordinance easier.
Patios & Ponds filed “in a timely manner” for an eventual vote Other requests included allowing liquor
Fire Pits by the commissioners on which they support. license operators to hold more than one license
Most came from either county department at a time under certain circumstances, made
Fireplaces
heads or the commissioners, but some came by Department of Economc Development
Outdoor Kitchens from county boards and committees and two Director Chris Kaselemis and another made
Arbors & Pergolas came from private citizens. by the county’s Alcohol Beverage Board to
Now Scheduling Hardscape & Landscape Installations! Decks & Fencing Any changes in the law regarding St. increase the maximum penalty for license
Mary’s County must first be approved in the violations from $1,000 to $2,500.
General Assembly as the county is not gov- Commissioner Scott Ostrow offered a
erned by either code home rule or by charter, proposal that would prohibit roadside solic-
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-6, Prince Frederick Garden Center Oakville Garden Center but by commissioner form of government. itation and donations in St. Mary’s.
Sat & Sun. 9-5 1700 Solomon’s Island Rd, & Landscape Project Center The commissioners are set to come back A similar bill in last year’s assembly for
Prince Frederick, MD 41170 Oakville Road, Mechanicsville, MD in a week’s time to vote on which proposals Calvert County passed.
410-535-3664 • 866-535-3664 301-373-9245 • 800-451-1427 they support to take to the county delegation
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St. Mary’s Tops State Commissioners

on MCAP Briefed on Broadband
Connectivity
By Guy Leonard The program to provide connectivity
Staff Writer has been successful, Kelly said, so much
so that after another 189 addresses are
Competing internet service providers are soon connected, 98 percent of the county
starting to come to St. Mary’s County, said will have broadband.
Bob Kelly, the county’s information tech- Commissioner Mike Hewitt asked how
nology chief this week, offering residents much it cost the county to connect a home
more connectivity options than ever before, to broadband; Kelly said conditions in the
while the county has worked over the last field often dictated price and it was some-
several years to connect about 1,600 homes times not an easy job to make that connec-
that had not had broadband connections. tion. Sometimes the efforts approached a
It all points to a continued effort to mile in length.
approach 100 percent internet connectiv- “We have connected homes up to 4,500
ity for all county addresses. feet from the existing cable plan,” Kelly
“We’ve had a holistic approach to said. “You can estimate between $7 to $10
providing connectivity,” Kelly told the a foot.”
Commissioners of St. Mary’s County at “That’s getting astronomically expen-
their Sept. 17 business meeting. sive,” replied Hewitt.
Connectivity became a critical issue A federal initiative called the Broadband
during the COVID-19 pandemic, when Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) pro-
Chief Academic Officer Lisa Bachner internet access became critical for work- gram will soon take over the efforts that here-
ing adults and students alike who had to tofore have been undertaken by the county.
By Guy Leonard to the county school board at their Sept. 11 stay home during the quarantines, he said. “They are working with the states directly
Staff Writer business meeting in Leonardtown. Another obstacle some residents faced to essentially take over all [efforts] to get-
“It’s not going in the direction we want. with having new connections to internet was ting connectivity nationwide,” Kelly said.
Just under 55 percent of students who took When it comes to math, 3rd through 5th that they could not afford it, said Kelly, which In recent months Kelly said his depart-
the English language arts assessment for the graders have gone from 36 percent profi- the county assisted with in helping them find ment has been working with the federal
2023 to 2024 school year in St. Mary’s public ciency in 2022 to 38 percent in 2024, the grant dollars and other federal subsidies. government to insure they had all the
schools attained a proficient grade on the test data shows. Grades 6 through 8 have risen The county also helped distribute 4,500 unserved addresses necessary.
or better, the latest data from the Maryland from 24 percent to 27 percent over the same free Chromebook laptop computers to
State Department of Education shows. time period. income eligible residents. [email protected]
The state’s average level of proficiency in “It’s not where anyone wants to be,”
English assessment 48.4 percent said Superintendent Dr. J. Scott Smith,
The grades which took the Maryland who acknowledged that St. Mary’s math
Comprehensive Assessment Program scores where still markedly better than the
(MCAP) test across all public schools in state’s average.
the state included 3rd through the 8th and “It’s better than most,” school board
10th grade in high school. member Mary Washington agreed.
For grades 3 through 5, students have Bachner said continually low scores
shown incremental improvement on the statewide in math are leading the state to
English portion of the assessment for the send out requests for a new math assess-
past three years, moving from 49 percent ment this December; students who are
proficient in 2022 to 51 percent proficient scoring low on the Algebra assessment are
this year. scoring at the minimum to a high level of
In grades 6 through 8, students achieved proficiency on the English assessment with
52 percent proficiency in English here for commensurate classroom grades in math.
2022, 56 percent proficiency in 2023, and “It doesn’t make sense,” Bachner said.
55 percent this year, the latest data shows. Algebra 1 test takers have gone from 17
Highschool sophomores have gone from percent in 2022 to 23 percent proficient in
60 percent proficiency to 66 percent over St. Mary’s; the state’s latest proficient aver-
the same period of time, far outpacing the age is just 20 percent.
state’s average of just 53 percent to 55 per- Board chair Karin Bailey called the
cent achievement. math assessment “slightly unfair” because
In the mathematics portion of MCAP students who get the first few answers cor-
the county also fared better than most rect are then given more difficult ones to
school districts in Maryland but still had test their ability to expound on fundamen-
quite low achievement levels, showing a tal concepts.
continuing struggle here and statewide to In other words, depending on a student’s
master arithmetic. first answers, not everyone is taking the
St. Mary’s students from grades 3 through same test.
8 and 10th grade combined to achieve just a Bachner said local student proficiency
29.1 percent proficiency rating in mathemat- in the grades 5 and 8 science assessment
ics; neighboring Calvert schools achieved a went down but was still higher than most
little better with 32.8 percent. in the state at 30.8 percent and 32.5 percent
Howard County schools achieved a 41.1 respectively.
percent proficiency rating, the highest in The state’s average on that assessment
Maryland. in those grades was in the low-to-mid 20th
The state’s average math achievement percentile, she said.
was 24.1 percent.
“Math… we’re stagnant,” said Lisa [email protected]
Bachner, chief academic officer, reporting
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Report Reveals Details of Firefighter’s Death

By Guy Leonard deteriorated from there.
Staff Writer “At approximately [4:25 a.m]., two fire-
fighters from Engine 132 advanced their …
On June 27 of last year firefighter Brice attack line through a first-floor window to
Trossbach was killed while trying to extin- the left of the front door,” the report stated.
guish a housefire in Leonardtown when the “The Engine 132 officer [Trossbach] took
floor of the home he had entered collapsed. the other attack line from an Engine 1 fire-
More than a year later, a report on fighter and entered through the front door.
the details of that fire from the National “At 4:26 a.m., emergency traffic was
Institute for Occupational Safety and Health transmitted from the safety officer Chief
(NIOSH) reveals the apparent actions made 9B on the tactical channel that the second
that morning that led up to Trossbach’s floor collapsed on side Charlie [the back of
tragic death. the house].”
The report stated the factors contributing Just one minute after the collapse and
to the death of Trossbach, 25, included com- the call for a total evacuation of the house,
promised situational awareness, an ineffec- an alert was sounded that a firefighter —
tive analysis of the situation on the fireground Trossbach — had gone missing.
as well as an ineffective cost/benefit analysis “After several attempts to rescue the
of an interior attack on the fire and an ineffec- Engine 132 company officer, the strategy was
tive use of “appropriate strategy and tactics.” changed from a rescue operation to recov-
The county’s volunteer fire chief, C.P. ery,” the report stated. “[Trossbach] was
Miedzinski, said the other company fire chiefs removed from the structure at approximately
would gather next week to review the report. 0616 hours and transported by an advanced
“We’re going to take this report and use life support ambulance to a local hospital
it to ensure St. Mary’s County provides the Brice Trossbach where he was pronounced deceased.”
highest level of service and also ensure the The report recommendations said fire-
life and safety off all of our firefighters,” smoke conditions inside the home and fled he was assigned as part of a mutual aid call. fighters should develop and maintain “effec-
Miedzinski said. “We’re going to use this the house to a neighbor’s house across the Trossbach’s volunteer company tive situational awareness during emergency
report to ensure this — another line of duty street on Deer Wood Park Drive. responded to the fire as well, with the chief incidents” as a result of Trossbach’s death.
death — never happens again.” Investigators have said a lightning strike of the Leonardtown unit in command, the It also placed the onus on incident com-
The report, which was released Sept. 11, may have been the cause of the sudden fire. NIOSH report stated. manders to “define their fireground strategy,
also stated that ineffective professional devel- Trossbach was a career firefighter with Leonardtown firefighters deployed an tactics and goals based upon a risk/bene-
opment, lack of ongoing crew integrity and the Naval District of Washington and a vol- attack line to the front of the house, called fit analysis and a detailed scene size-up to
a lack of information shared from the 911 unteer with the Leonardtown Volunteer Fire side Alpha in the report, while Engine 132 include known risk” and other factors.
caller to responding units was also to blame. Department; the morning of the incident he setup a portable dump tank in the yard to
At approximately 4 a.m., June 27 three responded as the acting officer or Engine 132 fight the fire. [email protected]
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