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Photo by Frank Marquart The County Times Thursday, March 5, 2009  Weekly Poll RESULTS Do you think state highway and county crews did a good job clearing roadways during this recent snowstorm? No - 0%

Not Sure 15%

85%

Yes

Do you think there are enough options for entertainment in the county?

No

54%

31% 15% Yes Not Sure

Do you think a new law is needed limiting the number of retail locations where alcohol can be sold? Not Sure Yes 23% 31%

46% No  Thursday, March 5, 2009 The County Times Inside Weather Watch

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In a normal lifetime an American will eat 200 pounds un ews of peanuts and 10,000 pounds of meat. Fact Today’s Newsmakers In Brief How important is it for residents How do county students to donate to the Southern stack up in Advanced Maryland blood bank? Placement achievement? Everybody has to take St. Mary’s County that little bit of effort to is leading the way in that donate blood… it’s a disaster area, too. We’re a very when you don’t have it. high performing district. Mike Zabko, director of the Red Schools Superintendent Cross of Southern Maryland. Michael Martirano Planning Commission Will Take Up Mill Cove Case In Late March By Guy Leonard protested the extension of sewer and water the number of people in the neighborhood,” the developer’s attempts to stop it. Staff Writer lines through the land because, they said, Willey continued. But Curley said he had plans to make several of them would have to pay a service Steven King, director of the Metropoli- the development “a nice controlled environ- A local developer wants to build 54 improvement charge to the Metropolitan tan Commission, cautioned residents that ment,” especially with regards to storm wa- homes in the Lexington Park Development Commission if it ran within 200 feet of their the planning commission would have to give ter management. District near the Myrtle Grove area, but after property line though they would not be able their approval to extend the sewer lines be- “The topography on the two sites… is a big turnout against his proposals, includ- to use it immediately. fore anything could begin there. easier to manage from a storm water man- ing a request for extending water and sewer And the costs, they said, of hooking into “The design of this system has not been agement point of view,” Curley told The lines to service just his development that the lines could costs them tens of thousands approved by MetCom and it’s not ready to be County Times. “You’ll see many of these some residents would have to pay for, the of dollars. approved by MetCom,” King said. questions addressed March 23.” county planning commission opted to delay “It doesn’t seem fair for people just liv- Residents were even more concerned Curley said he was considering using its decision. ing along the right of way to have to pay these about what they considered the fragile envi- pervious types of concrete and pavement to The development proposed by Guy Cur- taxes,” said Robert Willey, who lives on Mill ronment in the Mill Cove area. ensure there was less storm water runoff. ley would take place in two parts with 33 lots Cove Road, and added that the extra homes The Woods at Myrtle Point development Curley also said the water and sewer on Mill Cove Road and another 21 located on would crowd the already compact commu- nearby, which has stalled due to the sagging system would be beneficial in the commu- Mill Cove Harbor Road. nity and stress its narrow roads even more. housing market, was a main point of erosion nity since it meant that 50 wells and septic Residents already in the community “These two developments would double of soil in recent years, residents said, despite tanks could be avoided. St. Mary’s Medical CSM Growing, But Leadership Associates, LLC Concerned About The Future By Guy Leonard Some of the new programs that the col- Staff Writer lege has initiated include involve job training in the energy, construction technology and na- Brad Gottfried, president of the College of tional security fields, Gottfried said, as well as Southern Maryland, told the Board of County 12-week educational “boot camps” that trained Commissioners Tuesday that the regional job seekers in various parts of the construction community college, and especially the Leon- trade and in the energy industry to get jobs ardtown campus, is continuing on a path of while they were being trained. success, but concerns persist about resources A full 29 percent of the college’s students James C. Christine Dhimitri Kate Johnson, in a down economy. are enrolled on-line, he said, meaning that they He said that college leadership was uncer- never had to enter a classroom to continue their Boyd, MD Rawlings, CRNP Gross, MD CRNP tain about the funding that would be available education. Board Certified Certified Family Board Certified Board Certified from local, state and federal sources. That represented the fastest growth of on- Internal Medicine Practice Family Practice Family Practice But, Gottfried said, the college would line education among community colleges in Nurse Practitioner Nurse Practitioner continue to update its programs and services Maryland, Gottfried said. as best it could despite financially challenging Moreover, said Leonardtown campus St. Mary’s Medical Associates is a primary care medical group serving patients of times. Dean F. J. Talley said that the local college was Southern Maryland since 1995. Our approach to delivering health care is that of be- “We have to continue to evolve,” Gott- beginning to feel more like its four-year coun- ing in a partnership with our patients. Together, the provider and patient make health fried told the county commissioners. “The terpart with extracurricular activity. care decisions, set goals and initiate therapy. We offer services for well baby/child, worst thing we can do is hunker down.” “They used to just come to class and well women issues, school physicals, routine physicals, DOT Pre-employment physi- So far, Gottfried said, since the economic leave,” Talley told commissioners. “It’s now a cals, chain of custody drug collections, drug testing, medical review officer services, recession has taken hold of the nation, more total package college.” disease management and preventative care. The office is open from 8am until 5 pm and more students are enrolling at the three The college administration has also taken campuses. Monday through Thursday and from 8am until 3pm on Friday. We look forward to more concern over the security of its students, “They’re looking for retraining,” Gott- that include an admissions review board that meeting you in our office located adjacent to St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown. fried said. “Our concern is being able to ac- looked to see if applicants had criminal records Most Insurances Accepted Accepting New Patients commodate these new students.” with violent or sexual offenses. Enrollment college-wide is up to 22,543 “In the past we didn’t ask those questions, Location: For Appointments Call: credit and non-credit students, Gottfried said, we do now,” Gottfried said. “We also have peo- from over 21,000 in 2007. ple regularly checking sex offender registries.” 41680 Miss Bessie Drive 301-997-0055 There were 2,259 students enrolled at the A behavioral review team was also put Leonardtown, MD 20650 or 301-997-0114 Leonardtown campus for the fall semester of in place to look at the actions of students who (next to St. Mary’s Hospital) Fax 301-997-0066 2008, he said, for an increase of 9.2 percent. were disruptive or potentially violent, Gottfried It was the largest percent increase off all said. the three campuses, Gottfried said. If their behavior became enough of a prob- “Caring for patient’s of all ages” “Students are finding the campus and lem, he said, they could be made to leave the benefiting from the campus,” he said. college.  Thursday, March 5, 2009 The County Times Colleen Bowman of Hollywood snuggles up next to parts of the county, that didn’t stop residents from hav- her snow cat, fashioned after the biggest snowstorm ing fun with the snow. Bowman’s snow cat measured 14 in almost 10 years hit the county March feet long, 6 feet wide and 4 feet high and 1. While thousands were left took about two hours to make, without power in some she said. ews County Still Seeking Extra $30 Million In Debt From Wall Street, Banks By Guy Leonard projects like schools, roads and the Staff Writer like they could, and sometimes must, go into debt. The county government still wants But the county has not had to bor- to incur a $30 million debt from Wall row money for construction since 2005, Street this year to fund future public which, she said, was a good sign. construction projects, according to the So far, Kramer told The County county’s top finance official, but they Times, the county’s debt service, or may not make the trip until sometime the amount of money they have to pay this summer. each year to work towards eliminating “We still need to go,” said Elaine the debt, was equal to about 7 percent Kramer, chief financial officer. “We’re of the operating budget. still looking at what the right time will This percentage, Kramer said, was be.” very manageable. The county had initially planned County Commissioner Thomas to go to New York City last month to A. Mattingly (D-Leonardtown) said New Motor Sports Park May Come To St. Mary’s make a case for their bond debt but the that the federal government’s change By Guy Leonard facilities were already here, Tatton Park would pro- financial meltdown that hit late last in law that allowed for potentially bet- Staff Writer vide even more diversity in racing opportunities year made that date untenable. ter interest rates on loans also allowed since drivers could run their sports cars on a “We said ‘Let’s not rush into them to borrow up to $30 million from A developer has been in dis- course at 100 miles-per-hour or more. this,’” Kramer told The County Times, banks on the open market. cussions with county economic County Commissioner Thom- but added that the economic troubles The county has used that method development officials for as A. Mattingly, who visited were not the only reason for their hold- in the past, he said, but the cap then nearly a year now about the Summit Point sight ing off. was set at just $10 million. the possibility of bring- almost a year ago to Kramer said the recently passed Mattingly said that the extra $30 ing a new motor sports federal economic stimulus package million in bond sales to either Wall park for road racing to St. meant that the county might be able to Street or getting it from banks would Mary’s County. borrow from banks at a more favorable bring the county’s total debt load to The concept park has rate, which meant they might not have about $130 million. only a name: Tatton Park. to go to Wall Street at all. But, he said, that was well within The Web site www.tatton- Under county law the commis- the county’s limits on debt service. parkmd.com states only that the sioners must adopt a balanced budget “It’s well within our affordability project would be a motor sports park for all operating expenses and depart- limits,” Mattingly told The County and conference center. No other link or ments, but when it comes to building Times. information exists on the site. The developer behind the discussions is Crisipin Etherington, founder of Ashbourne Developments LLC based in Annapolis and head of Tatton Park Associ- ates LLC, the organization behind the venture. Etherington told The County Times he would be partnering with the manage- ment of Summit Point Motor Sports Park in West Virginia to run some of the proposed Trish is the widow of a park’s operations. see what the de- Summit Point has been operating veloper was propos- Marine Corp. pilot and for nearly three decades, he said. ing, said that the plan was “We’re teaming up because they ambitious but would raise is experienced in moves have experience running a track for 30 eyebrows in the community, outside and in country. years,” Etherington said. “It’s a hell of a lot despite the popularity of motor of value.” sports here in general. Etherington said, however, that there is “They biggest issue they’d currently no firm site for the racetrack. have is the noise,” Mattingly said. Want a Realtor who “We haven’t finalized that yet,” Etherington “They have to convince everyone they identifies with military said, himself a racing enthusiast. can manage that to an acceptable level.” According to a release from Tatton Park LLC, Still, Schaller was hopeful. spouses and familiar the racetrack is slated to open in 2011 with two sepa- “This could be our Blue Crabs stadium,” rate driving courses that can be molded into a single Schaller said of Tatton Park’s potential. “It appeals with Pax River, three-and-a-half mile track with varying elevations to our demographic; there’s a natural racing enthu- and tight turns. siasm down here. Etherington hopes to use Tatton Park as a race- “We’re identified as a motor sports location course for national and regional driving events as here.” Call Trish Brow well as a venue for driver’s education and accident Etherington said that among the amenities to avoidance training. be included at Tatton Park would be a restaurant, at 301-481-8485. Security training for the military is also one of which similar tracks often did not have. the park’s planned uses, according to a written state- The layout of the track here would also be ment from Tatton Park, LLC, through a contract with much different from the Summit Point site, he said, BSR, Inc, an internationally known training firm. but many of the programs would be complimentary Trish Brow According to the statement, the facilities will be and open for expansion. built to specifications that exceed those of the Sports Schaller said that the park would appeal to Cell: 301-481-8485 Car Club of America organization and allow their both long-time and new residents in the county events to take place there. looking for a place to safely race their high-speed Office: 301-863-2400 ext. 221 Bob Schaller, director of the county’s Depart- vehicles and as a place to socialize for people with Fax: 301-863-7528 ment of Economic and Community Development, similar interests. said that since Maryland International Raceway and “The grand vision is great; it’s just about get- Email: [email protected] Budds Creek, with their drag racing and motocross ting started now,” Schaller said. round The County Times Thursday, March 5, 2009  A Town Commissioners Approve More Funds For Leonardtown Winery By Guy Leonard were not as yet entitled to any profits. Raley said. “The county and the tax payers have put a lot Staff Writer Those would all go back to the 17 members of the co- into it.” operative, Schaller said. Raley was also concerned that the winery would be St. Mary’s County Commissioners approved an addi- “It’s something we should at least be thinking about,” able to produce superior wine, or else the venture might tional $35,000 to help renovate an old previ- fail. ously state-owned building in Leonardtown “If it’s good wine, they [consumers] will into a winery Tuesday after officials over- buy it,” Raley said. “If it’s not, they won’t.” seeing the project said they needed more Tom Payette, the wine making consultant funding to keep the winery on schedule. working on the project, based in Virginia, said “The work that’s required, it’s taken that the winery project would be successful. far more commitment than the $500,000,” “I feel very confident we’ll be able to said Bob Schaller, director of the county’s make some excellent wine,” Payette said, Department of Economic and Community adding that the winery would have the right Development. “We believe with this we can equipment and people to do the job. come on line.” The project originally had a $1 million Schaller said he expected that the reno- proposed budget but that was reduced by half. vations to the previously State Highway The town has also thrown in on the project Administration owned building near Ma- by buying up the land and buildings the state cintosh Run Road would be complete by this owned for about $14,000. fall and the winery could begin operations The asking price from the state was orig- in September. inally about $500,000, according to Commis- Construction on the buildings could be- sioner Lawrence D. Jarboe (R-Golden Beach) gin immediately, one official said. Schaller told commissioners that he did “We’re ready to begin construction this not expect the project would need any addi- week,” said Laschelle Miller, town admin- tional funding help in the near future. istrator, adding that the effort was “right at Richard Fuller, president of the coopera- the deadline” for producing wine this year. tive of Southern Maryland grape growers said Commissioner Daniel H. Raley (D- that while the cooperative was small now, Great Mills) was concerned that tax payers they hoped to recruit more growers into their and county government might share in any ranks. profits the winery made once it was more “The coop is open, we haven’t closed the sustainable. doors at all,” Fuller told commissioners. “As Schaller said that since the county gov- soon as we see actual work at the building I ernment was not a full member of the grape think we’ll see more interest.” growing cooperative that would supply the Photo by Guy Leonard means of production in the venture, they The St. Mary’s Board of County Commissioners approved an additional $35,000 Tuesday to help bring the Leonardtown Winery project on line this year. Leonardtown Businesses Pass Tobacco Sales Checks Working To Make Seven businesses in Leonardtown avoid- Those establishments in Leonardtown ed selling tobacco products to an underage that passed the checks were the CVS Pharma- informant during a Feb. 28 tobacco compli- cy, McKay’s Fine Food and Pharmacy, Food St.Mary’s County ance check operation by St. Mary’s County Lion, Center Liquors, Rite Aid, Dash-In and sheriff’s deputies. Sunoco. A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE & WORK Seven other establishments for a total of Stone’s Store, Village Liquors, Chaptico 14 spread throughout the Chaptico and 7th Dis- Market, Quade’s Store, Captain Sam’s, Mur- trict communities also refused to sell tobacco phy’s Town and Country Market and Potomac products to the 15-year-old informant, accord- Gardens also passed the checks. ing to press releases from the county sheriff’s office. Town To Begin Update Of Local Growth Plan By Guy Leonard “It’s a 1.1 million-gallon-a-day well.” Staff Writer A committee has been formed to work on the comprehensive plan, Miller said, along with Using a $35,000 grant from the state, the a Wilmington, Delaware consultant. Public hear- Town of Leonardtown has begun work on up- ings before the town’s planning and zoning com- dating its comprehensive plan, which will guide mission and the town council are set for this sum- its land use and growth policies for the next five mer, with a projected completion date of Oct. 1. years. Leslie Roberts, town councilmember, said The plan, last updated in 2004, will also guide that the council would begin discussing this week the build out of community amenities like ball what the priorities might be in the comprehensive fields and parks as well as environmentally sensi- plan. tive areas, housing and economic development. “It’s a fine line we have to walk here between One of the main issues the plan will have to retaining the old town feel of Leonardtown and tackle, said Laschelle Miller, town administrator, preparing for the growth we know is going to would be the town’s expansion. come,” Roberts said. “It’s going to be growth, that certainly go- She said that the council would look at pos- ing to be a big part of it,” Miller told The County sibilities for infill construction in the town and Times. whether to build out or keep clear empty parcels. So far, though, Miller said, the town ap- One of the big issues, she said, was how much pears to be in good shape when it comes to having development they could accommodate since the enough water to satisfy the town’s growth. capacity at the Van Wert Lane wastewater treat- Last year the town opened up another well ment plant was strictly limited. Still some devel- DELEGATE on Greenbriar Road, Miller said, that should ex- opment was needed to help pay for the expansion ceed the town’s requirements for projected growth of the plant in the first place, she said. through 2017. “Right now our EDUs [equivalent dwell- JOHN F. WOOD, JR. “It’s the largest well in St. Mary’s County,” ing units] are limited… until some development YOUR VOICE IN ANNAPOLIS Miller said. “We anticipated growth for the next gets going we have don’t have money for the 20 years. expansion.”  Thursday, March 5, 2009 The County Times Bill To Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) _ The Maryland Senate has approved a bill that commits the state to a 25 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2020. The reduction would Md. Senate Waters Down Death Penalty Repeal Bill Audit: Md. Overpaid be a cut of 25 percent from 2006 levels. ing would be needed to seek the death Up To $10.8m For Drug Legislators voted Monday night 36-9 ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) _ The in favor the measure, which seeks to reduce penalty. Benefits Maryland Senate voted Tuesday to Zirkin said the change keeps capital greenhouse gas through renewable energy and amend a death penalty repeal measure ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) _ Maryland recycling, easing concerns by industry that the punishment in Maryland while creating benefit officials missed out on as much as to keep capital punishment on the stronger safeguards in how it is used. burden won’t be put entirely on them. books while limiting its use to cases $10.8 million in contractually guaranteed Business and labor organizations support ``For those of you who are for the re- prescription drug rebates and discounts in with biological or conclusive video- peal of this, you know, you may not get the bill because the current proposal specifi- taped evidence. 2005 and 2006, according to an audit re- cally requires the state to ensure there will be the full repeal and this does move the ball leased Monday. The Senate voted 33-12 to ac- forward,’’ Zirkin said. no loss of manufacturing jobs as a result of the cept an amendment by Sen. Robert The report by the state’s Office of measure. Zirkin’s amendment was approved af- Legislative Audits faults employees Zirkin, D-Baltimore County, one of ter the Senate voted for an amendment by Dorchester County Republican Sen. many amendments considered by charged with administering contracts for Richard Colburn opposed the measure, saying Sen. James Brochin, D-Baltimore Coun- the mistakes and urges the state to recover lawmakers. ty, that would have simply required evi- it was tough to worry about global warming Under the amendment, either overpayments. In 2005, the state received when his district got 12 inches of snow in early dence stronger than eyewitness testimony a 46.7 percent discount from the average biological evidence such as DNA, a to bring a capital case. March. voluntary videotaped confession to a wholesale prices on generic drugs, al- The bill now moves to the House of Sen. Brian Frosh, who chairs the though a contract stipulated they were to murder or a video recording that con- Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee, Delegates. clusively links a defendant to a kill- receive discounts of 56 percent. In 2006, said Zirkin’s amendment improved the the state received discounts of 48.7 per- bill from the condition it was left in after cent instead of the 50 percent discount re- Hoyer Holds Firm On Earmarks Brochin’s change. quired by the contract. The audit said the ``I think this amendment improves state is estimated to have spent up to $10.1 By Guy Leonard earmarks, or spending on specific projects spon- the bill from the status that we just put it million in overpayments for drugs during Staff Writer sored by congressional leaders. in,’’ Frosh said. ``It will provide a great- this time. A local GOP state representative, Del. er guarantee if there is a death penalty ``Our audit disclosed a number of de- House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer ap- Anthony O’Donnell (R-Dist. 29C) said that that sought and it provides the state with some ficiencies in the administration of the con- peared to chide the Obama administration kind of contention over spending in general was additional work that they have to do and tract with the pharmacy benefit manager Tuesday by saying that the White House doesn’t positive, considering the bailouts and economic some greater protection.’’ for the state’s prescription drug benefit have the power to tell Congress to curb member- stimulus bills that have rolled out of Washington Senators were expected to bring many program,’’ the report from the Office of sponsored earmarks. recently. amendments to the bill. Legislative Audits said. According to a report in The Washington “Some push back within the Democrat Earlier Tuesday, the Senate voted The report also finds that department Times newspaper Hoyer was quoted as saying: party could be helpful,” O’Donnell, Maryland 24-23 to consider a death penalty repeal leaders did not always review and report “I don’t think the White House has the ability to House Minority Leader said Wednesday. “With measure after invoking a rarely used leg- potential cases of prescription narcotic tell us what to do. I hope you all got that down.” 9,000 earmarks in that budget a whole bunch islative maneuver allowing the full Sen- drug abuse by plan participants in a time- Hoyer’s reported statement came a day need to be looked at.” ate to take up legislation, even after the ly manner. Department officials say they after the White House announced that Presi- Calls to press representatives for Hoyer bill failed to be approved by a Senate have now reported any all suspected abuse dent Obama would create new rules regarding were not answered as of press time Wednesday. committee. cases to the Governor’s Chief Counsel. The County Times Thursday, March 5, 2009 

To The Editor:

wouldn’t qualify as an expert on anything but I A Nation of Cowards strongly suspect my credentials on recognizing heroism, based on my experience, are far better Editorial: We have been lied to and misled by our than Mr. Holder’s. I wonder how many times government representatives so often that it is Mr. Holder has risked his life for someone else. hard to take anything they say seriously. How- Judging by his choice of words I suspect he an- ever, last month, Mr. Erick Holder, our new at- swer is none! Maryland’s Fiscal Problems Not torney general, made a remark that really upset There has been much said about the gains me. While discussing Black History Month, in race relations attributed to the election of Mr. Holder made the claim that we are, “es- our first African American President. As a Solved By The Stimulus sentially a nation of cowards” on racial issues. hand picked member of the president’s cabinet President Obama has kept a part of his not include that amount in their spending plan I spent over thirty years in the District of Co- I suspect Mr. Holder’s remark has set those ac- campaign promises. He has put in place the or raise taxes and fees. Bottom line, revenues lumbia Fire Department and although I never complishments back a step or two and perhaps means to save jobs. It may not be the millions must equal expenses, no borrowing allowed for considered myself more than just a good fire negated any gain that may have been realized. of jobs he hoped to save, but for now it appears the operating budget. Instead, Maryland will fighter I was recognized for valor on more than It is ironic that a political cartoon printed in a that thousands of state and local elected offi- spend money over the next two years that it did one occasion. I spent the preponderance of my New York newspaper which was considered cials will be saved from losing their jobs in the not raise through either taxes or fees. Maryland career in African American communities and racially offensive by some, and apperaed dur- 2010 elections that will take place in about 20 will provide greater funding levels than any pre- I never once hesitated, nor have I ever seen any ing the same week as Mr. Holder’s remark, got months. vious year to education, public safety, transpor- other firefighter hesitate, to do what needed top billing in the media for several days and Governors, state legislators, county com- tation, health care, the environment and many to be done based on who the victim may be. Mr. Holder’s remark was barely mentioned in missioners and other local government officials other programs. And two years from now these Firefighting is a hazardous occupation but the the mainstreem media. Evidentially objective are reveling in joy, a savior has arrived. Not all bills will remain, however these funds will not. severity or frequency of the risks involved in reporting has gone the same way as the integ- state and local governments across the country It was never the intent of our Constitu- firefighting pale as compared to our military rity of those who run our major corporations, have mismanaged their affairs and need a sav- tion that the states could side step the balanced personnel. Their well-documented sacrifices financial institutions, and our government. ior, unfortunately Maryland and many of its lo- budget criteria by way of the federal govern- and heroic deeds have always been a source A serious consideration we should all think cal governments are the ones that do. ment borrowing money on behalf of the states. of national pride and many have gone above about is what comes next and is Mr. Holder’s Obama’s $787 billion stimulus plan pro- What is worse, they are borrowing these funds and beyond their military duties for war vic- remark a sign of things to come. I doubt if the vides bailouts for state and local governments from our children and grand children. tims of many different complexions. Beyond advocates of change anticipated the trashing of to the tune of $144 billion in aid to these mis- Two years from now O’Malley and those who wear a uniform there are count- our heritage by those being paid tax dollars to managed governments. Now instead of hav- the state legislature will have to reconcile less examples of ordinary people who have serve as our representatives. Their rhetoric has ing to make tough spending choices, now rather Maryland’s financial mess. O’Malley will have risked their lives for others with total disregard dipped as low as our economy and evidentially than having to prioritize public need, now most likely survived re-election because 20 for their personal safety and without think- nobody sees the need for any rebuke when a rather than finding ways to live within the tax- months from now all the special interest groups ing about who was in need. I believe actions bailout is in order. May God help us all I am payers means, these elected officials are free to will be whole and happy and the average voter speak much louder than words, so for one of not looking forward to the rest of the story. continue the spending spree, spreading joy to will have forgotten that the day of reckoning is our high government officials to state that we all their constituents, at least until the stimulus right around the corner. For some reason voters are a nation of cowards, regardless of the con- David Ryan money runs out. Fortunately for them, it is a seem to forget that whatever government is to text of the remark, is absolutely inexcusable. I Hollywood, Md lot of money and even without spending con- give it must first take away. straints; this money will get these guys through After 2010 O’Malley will not be the next election. able to seek re-election because of term lim- Protecting The Lives Of The Guilty While Mur- Two primary problems arise; the states its, therefore his solution will be for the second are required by law to operate with a balanced time in his tenure as Governor to enact “sweep- dering The Innocent budget to protect the health, welfare and sover- ing reform”. In other words, another huge tax Dear Editor, ing and murder in the womb of in- eignty of each individual state. Second, these increase on Marylanders. It will be easy this nocent, helpless babies who have not funds are in essence borrowed money. time; he will never have to face the voters. The following is an e-mail which I sent been convicted of a single crime; and Maryland will receive $9.5 billion of the It will not be as easy for the senators to Governor Martin O’Malley on Feb. 26: who are not given a hearing; and who $144 billion going to the states. These funds and delegates yet they will rely on the fact that have no appeals. I am wondering, will come in the form of $3.8 billion in direct they can blame the lame duck governor, and Dear Governor O’Malley, Governor, how do you support such a aid and $5.7 billion in indirect aid. Under con- secondly they will rely on the fact that the next position since you claim to believe in stitutional restrictions, Governor O’Malley and election isn’t until 2014 and voters may have a I am astonished at the arrogant hy- “justice, the dignity of the individu- the state legislature would not be able to borrow short memory. pocrisy you have displayed in the death al, and equal rights before the law”? this money. They would have two alternatives: penalty issue. I have read, with immense Clearly you believe in the right to life for interest, your emotional appeals to the only a chosen few. So your eloquence the same commitment and eloquence state Senate about the dignity of life. in pleading for the “dignity of life” is I urge each of you who believes in the as he has done for the repeal of the Your words were that “Freedom, jus- tainted by the lies of your hypocrisy. right to life for babies in the womb to death penalty for convicted criminals. tice, the dignity of the individual, equal I was especially astounded at your au- call Gov. O’Malley at (410) 974-3901; rights before the law, these are the prin- dacity in the invoking of the Holy Spirit and/or to e-mail him at governor@gov. Please do it today. ciples that define ourselves as a peo- in your effort to outlaw the death penal- state.md.us Ask Gov. O’Malley to end Rebecca Denning ple.” You said, “We must ask ourselves: ty for those convicted of heinous crimes his support for abortion and to plead Bushwood, Md Are these principles compatible with against other human beings. I wonder for the lives of babies in the womb with the simple taking of a human life?” if you are familiar with Galatians 6:7 And yet, are you not the same man, which advises us to “.....not be deceived, Governor O’Malley, who supports the God is not mocked; for whatever a man Do you have something to say? ruthless taking of the lives of not one sows, that he will also reap.” It would but thousands of innocent babies in the appear, Governor, that you are mocking womb from the beginning of conception God when you call upon His Holy Spirit Would like your voice to be heard? right up to the point of birth? Aren’t to end the death penalty for convicted you a staunch supporter of the right to criminals while you have the blood of Send us a letter telling us what’s on your mind! abortion - the legalized murder of the the innocent lives of babies on your soul. innocent? How do you justify your sup- I would respectfully ask you to repent port for the lives of the guilty while you of your position on abortion, seek God’s Send to: approve of the murder of the innocent? forgiveness, and then plead just as emo- Your emotion and your eloquence on tionally and eloquently to save the lives The County Times behalf on convicted criminals - those of the innocent babies in the womb as convicted in a court of law by a jury of you have done to save the lives of those P.O. Box 250 • Hollywood, MD 20636 their peers, and those who have end- who are guilty of crimes against hu- Make sure you include your name, phone # and the city you live in. less appeals of their convictions at their manity. God just might answer your disposal - are puzzling to me. You are request. I will be praying for you. In the We will not publish your phone #, only your name and city indeed the same man who enthusiasti- love of Christ Jesus, Rebecca Denning E-mail letters to: [email protected] cally supports the legalized butcher- (end of e-mail)  Thursday, March 5, 2009 The County Times Quote Of The Day A good End cannot sanctifie evil Means; nor must we ever Speaks do Evil, that Good may come of it. -William Penn Health Share Thank You Senior Rides Program Provides A Much Needed Link The Health Share of tirement income. Without Home is sweet, but how residents who are 60 or older, door-to- benefit of the Senior Rides program St. Mary’s Board of Direc- assistance from Health about if you need to get to a doc- door transportation to medical and so- in that it provides a means for seniors tors wishes to thank all of Share, these adults would tor’s appointment or run a cial appointments, shopping and basic to stay involved and active within the our sponsors and guests for slip through the cracks of simple errand and you can community. “Many se- making this year’s Mardi our health care system. Be- no longer drive…what then? niors are very isolated Gras Ball our most success- cause our organization op- Betty Ross, 75, lives in but they get to know ful to date, with a record erates with an all-volunteer Morganza with her daugh- their drivers and they crowd of 315. Board of Directors, 94% of ter, Tammy. Tammy works ask for a particular driv- Our appreciation is all money raised directly two jobs supporting herself, er,” says Denise Charlot, also extended to the gen- supports our clients; the her son and her mother. of the St. Mary’s County eral managers and staff at remaining funds cover ad- With a busy work sched- Department of Aging. the J.T. Daugherty Cen- ministrative costs includ- ule, there is no time dur- “It gets to be a friend- ter and to members of the ing a certified yearly audit ing the day for Tammy to ship and a network.” Leonardtown High School of our organization. deliver her mother to an More than 600,000 jazz band, who serenaded Through the ongo- eye doctor’s appointment, people age 70 and older arriving guests and strolled ing support of our local but that is where a local stop driving each year, through the JTD Center community, Health Share volunteer program called according to a report lobby, adding to the Mardi is able to carry out our “Senior Rides” comes in. by the Government Ac- Gras atmosphere. As al- mission and help those in Thanks to the St. Mary’s countability Office, but ways, DJ Marc Shubrooks need. In these challenging County Department of the desire to drive does kept our guests dancing un- times, your support is even Aging, there is a phone not diminish with age. til midnight. more critical. Once again, number that Betty can call We all have places we Health Share is the thanks to all who contrib- to schedule a ride to and want to go, when we want only non-profit group in uted to make this our most from her appointment. to go. St. Mary’s County that successful Mardi Gras to “Otherwise, my For information on helps adults without health date. We are grateful to all daughter would have to the Senior Rides Pro- insurance defray the cost of you. take the whole day off “, gram and to learn how of their health care needs. says Ross. “If I can do it to become a volunteer, The majority of our clients on my own, then that is contact St. Mary’s Coun- are working adults who what I’d like to do”. ty Department of Aging earn too much to qualify As the oldest of the na- 301.475.4200, ext 1066 or for Medical Assistance; the Ella May Russell tion’s 79 million baby boomers turn 62 e r r a n d s . on the website at www.st- remainder includes adults President of Health this year, the demand for these servic- There are basic eligibility criteria for marysmd.com/aging. living on disability or re- Share of St. Mary’s es is growing. Concern over how the program participation. bulging population of seniors will get Sandy Markwood, chief executive around is paramount among advocates of the National Association of Area for the elderly. Agencies on Aging states, “Half of The Se- nior Rides program American households don’t have access provides St. Mary’s County to adequate transportation options oth- er than cars,” Markwood says. “Rural America and suburbs don’t have pub- lic transportation available.” The Senior Rides Program relies on volunteer drivers from the local community. Drivers receive training Liberty offers fast, accurate and certification, mileage reimburse- ment and supplemental insurance & friendly service. from the St. Mary’s County Depart- ment of Aging. The Department man- ages all the ride coordination for the 826 Solomons Island Road 21600 Great Mills Road participants as well. Barbara Lamb spotted a notice PRINCE FREDERICK, MD LEXINGTON PARK, MD for volunteer drivers in her church bulletin. She completed her required 410-535-1720 301-737-7811 training and has been providing Just south of Wawa In front of Roses transportation for seniors for many months. “I’ve met a lot of great people through the Senior Rides Program, says Lamb, “and there 30385 Three Notch Road is a time in your life when you need CHARLOTTE HALL, MD “Bruce the Goose” is the newest mascot for the outside help”. Department of Aging’s Senior Rides program, de- There is additional psychological signed by Thieme Creative Media. 301-290-0100 Just north of Oak Road Enhance Family Communication Skills Staying Connected with Your Teen is a on FDR Boulevard. Classes fill up quick- five session program to improve communica- ly, so don’t miss out on this opportunity! tion skills for parents of teens. The program For more information and to register, contact will help participants improve family harmony, Viet Nguyen, Department of Human Services, 50% OFF communications, attachment and organization. at [email protected] or call 301- All materials needed for the program will be 475-4200 ext. 1851. The program is coordi- Tax Preparation supplied, including light refreshments. The nated by the St. Mary’s County Government program is funded by the State of Maryland. Department of Human Services. For more in- Good at participating locations. The first session of Staying Connected formation about the Department, log on to the For new customers. Not valid with with Your Teen will begin on Wednesday, county’s website at www.stmarysmd.com and other offers. Expires 4/9/07 March 25 from 6 to 8 p.m., and will be held click on Human Services under the Services in Room A at the Lexington Park Library box. for the love of The County Times Thursday, March 5, 2009 10 At any one time, there are 100 million phone un Money conversations going on in the United States. Fact County Sports Closes Shop By Sean Rice commute. The Times Pick 10 Staff Writer County Sports provides team shirts for many softball teams, and other teams Company Symbol Close Close Change County Sports, a well-known Lex- in the county, as well as ington Park screen printer, shut its doors embroidered gear for 3/5/2009 12/31/2008 this week after 10 years in business. clubs in DC and Originally opened by Barbara Ri- Baltimore. vera in San Souci Plaza, County Sports WalMart WMT $48.49 $56.06 -13.50% moved to Tulagi Place where it was run by Rivera until she retired about 18 Harley Davidson HOG $8.88 $16.97 -47.67% months ago. Since then, the com- Best Buy BBY $27.64 $28.11 -1.67% pany moved to a storefront on Great Mills Road, Lockheed Martin LMT $61.95 $84.08 -26.32% under the direction of Rivera’s son-in- BAE Systems BAESF $5.00 $5.41 -7.58% law, Mark Isaza. Computer Science Corp. CSC $36.23 $35.14 3.10% Isaza is better known as Mark I. Dyncorp International Inc. DCP $12.06 $15.17 -20.50% “Paisa” with 99.1 FM, WLZL, a General Dynamics Corp. GD $40.22 $57.59 -30.16% Spanish language Mantech International Corp. MANT $44.11 $54.19 -18.60% radio station out of Leonard, Md. I s a z a Northrop Grunman Corp. NOC $36.33 $45.04 -19.34% Isaza told said regular customers The County can still have their orders drop- Times the store shipped in the future. As for the equip- is not closing be- ment and merchandise in the store, ev- JumpYard Up For Sale cause of the economy; he said the com- erything is being sold online, at places By Sean Rice younger kids.” pany is doing well through online sales such as Craigslist and Ebay. Staff Writer Parents can also take advantage of a quiet at Dianalis697.com, and he will continue “I love it down here, it’s been a very room to get work done while the kids play. taking orders online. spirit-full 10 years in the county,” he said, The JumpYard, a children’s play center in Lex- “It’s a good place for kids to play and interact Isaza’s career as a special promo- adding that he is going to miss the retail ington Park, is having their anniversary next week, with each other and for the moms and dads to hang tions coordinator for the radio station has shop setting, with people dropping by. celebrating two years in business. out,” Dugan said. been taking more and more of his time, Any customers with artwork at the Owner Kristin Dugan is seeking a buyer for As for the viability of the business, Dugan said squeezing down the number of hours store can still retrieve their material by the thriving company, due to her and her husband business is going great, and they are selling because he can put in at the shop after the long calling 301-863-8800 having to relocate to Florida. the couple must move. Her husband has already The facility is designed for children 10 years relocated. and younger and features “five huge moon bounc- “It’s really packed in here on the weekends,” es” as well as toys for younger kids and amenities Dugan said. “That’s really our busy time, with the to keep the adults busy, such as free coffee, WiFi birthday parties is just crazy busy.” the access and a flat screen TV. For additional information on the sale, contact “It’s just a great place for kids to burn off Kristin at the store at 301-863-3388 or email info@ some steam,” Dugan said. “ And it’s a safe place for thejumpyard.com. Apple Basket St. Mary’s Hospital Unveils New Wing Invites you to join us in celebrating Andrea Shiell patients shortly. Staff Writer “This unit has a couple of special features that are very much worth noting,” said Mary Lou our 25th year in business! Dignitaries and hospital staff gathered Watson, Vice President for Nursing at St. Mary’s on the third floor of St. Mary’s Hospital on Tuesday Hospital. “Each of the 15 surgical medical beds are as they unveiled their new 15-bed nursing unit with monitored, and we also have a very special bariat- private, telemetry-monitored rooms. ric room,” she said, adding that there would also be Antiques “We call this three-central…it was designed a lift from bedrooms to bathrooms for patients who in anticipation of our larger expansion plan which were unable to move. will help us celebrate our hundredth anniversary “One of the main purposes of this unit is and really plan for the future,” said Christine Wray, to help facilitate the patients as they get to these Jewelry President and CEO of St. Mary’s Hospital. “We’ve rooms while they’re waiting for other rooms,” Wat- kept in mind that we need to continue to grow to son added, explaining that for many heart patients, meet the needs of our community,” she said. the break from the madness of the ER might offer “This is a really exciting beginning for a great some welcome respite. Troll Beads expansion of the hospital,” said Linda Dudderar, Chairwoman of the hospital’s Board of Di- rectors. “This project is a great example of how our hospital is Crocs at the forefront of safe, com- fortable and convenient patient care…the additional space will allow us to provide more rooms and more for inpatient care as our com- munity continues to grow,” she said. Though future expan- Monthly specials all year sions are still in the works for the hospital, according to board 27056 Mt. Zion Church Rd • Mechanicsville, MD members and hospital staff, the most recent expansion in- cluding this new wing came in nearly $400,000 under budget, Photo by Andrea Shiell 301-884-8118 and will be open and serving Commissioner Thomas Mattingly, Linda Dudderar, and Mayor J. Harry “Chip” Norris at Tuesday’s ribbon-cutting. 11 Thursday, March 5, 2009 The County Times Defense & Military County’s New Windmill Law is Navy Friendly Company Symbol Close Close Change By Sean Rice Staff Writer 3/5/2009 12/31/2008 St. Mary’s County Commissioners in December passed a law Buying Or Selling A Home? restricting the construction of electricity-generating windmills. WalMart WMT $48.49 $56.06 -13.50% The law allows for a single wind turbine to be constructed per property in any zoning district as an accessory use. Stipu- Use the Realtor with experience and knowledge of Harley Davidson HOG $8.88 $16.97 -47.67% lations are in place governing tower height, setbacks and Best Buy BBY $27.64 $28.11 -1.67% electrical output. Building permit issuance for a wind energy Southern Md. Proudly serving the military and Lockheed Martin LMT $61.95 $84.08 -26.32% system also hinges on approval from officials with Patuxent River Naval Air Station. defense contractors of Southern Maryland. BAE Systems BAESF $5.00 $5.41 -7.58% The Navy was brought into the approval Computer Science Corp. CSC $36.23 $35.14 3.10% process due to Department of Defense stud- ies that say wind turbines reflect radio fre- Dyncorp International Inc. DCP $12.06 $15.17 -20.50% quency energy, which increases noise and clutter for radar and radar-based measure- I can help make your transition to or from the Pax General Dynamics Corp. GD $40.22 $57.59 -30.16% ment systems. Mantech International Corp. MANT $44.11 $54.19 -18.60% “Wind farms” with multiple turbines are the major concern for mili- River area as smooth as possible. Also help with tary officials, Keith Fairfax, president of the Southern Maryland Navy Al- Northrop Grunman Corp. NOC $36.33 $45.04 -19.34% liance, told The County Times. Radio frequency “reflections often include characteristics that are spouse job search and temporary housing. similar to aircraft in flight,” Fairfax said of large wind farms. “The dy- namic nature of the noise/clutter is particularly troublesome.” Your Full Service Realtor The county’s law limiting wind turbines to one per property reflects the county’s commitment to protecting Pax River, Fairfax said, but more work is needed to protect the base from radar interruptions elsewhere. “Again I think the real concern is, maybe not one turbine, but if some- one said: ‘Let’s go down near Pocomoke and put up a wind turbine farm Shaun Dugan with 50 wind turbines, 120 feet in the air, or 500 feet in the air.’” Cell: 240-298-2963 “The larger set of wind turbines, no matter where you put them, in and around the base, would be a potential problem for our radars,” Fairfax Office: 301-863-2400 ext. 246 said. Fairfax said the Navy has outreach teams that are communicating Fax: 301-863-7528 with officials on the Eastern Shore and the Northern Neck of Virginia. “The Navy is asking those counties to take a look at things that Email: [email protected] would impact us over here,” Fairfax said. Discussions about creating local wind turbine regulations came up in the recent meeting between county and Navy officials about encroach- Honesty, Integrity and Performance ment, a meeting that happens twice a year. The Best of Southern Maryland “We always want to make sure we protect our economic engine here,” Fairfax said. “Keeping that communication open between the Navy and St. Mary’s County is a good thing,” F-35 Flight Testing, Assembly Line Output, Taking Off Within the next year, the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lighting II program will complete all remaining System Development and Demonstration aircraft, deliver the first production-model F-35s to the armed services and initiate full-scale flight test operations at Edwards Air Force Base and Naval Air Station Patuxent River. “2009 is shaping up to be a year of firsts for the F-35 program, with the first flight of our F-35C carrier variant, the first vertical landing of our F-35B short takeoff/vertical landing variant, the first stand-ups of our test sites as Edwards and Pax River, the first training aircraft delivered to the U.S. Air Force and the first F-35 orders from our international partners,” Dan Crowley, Lockheed SEARCH FOR HOMES AT- Martin executive vice president and F-35 program general man- www.homesdatabase.com/shaundugan ager said in a press release.”Already, we have delivered eight of 19 SDD jets, and we are moving aircraft off the assembly line at a rate of about one per month, a pace that continues to accelerate.” Additionally, the program will continue to validate the F-35’s highly evolved mission systems software and hardware by adding to the more than 1,100 hours of flight testing and 115,000 hours of laboratory testing already completed. “As we mature the F-35, we continue to see evidence of ever-strengthening customer support - in the U.S. Air Force’s request for stepped-up production, in the U.S. Navy’s call for reinstatement of three early-production F-35Cs, and in Nor- way’s and the Netherlands’ endorsement of the F-35 as their future fighter,” Crowley said. “We will see more of the same in 2009, as we prove out the Lightning II’s capabilities, and as our international partners begin ordering their first airplanes.” The BF-2 model is on schedule to deploy to Naval Air Station Patuxent River later this year. 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In The Know Students Participate St. Michael’s School To Showcase In Model United Nations Conference Artwork In Baltimore This past weekend, more than 30 students, Andrea Shiell Though medieval scribes would sharpen for the students’ work, as icons will also be under the guidance of Scott Russell and Michael Staff Writer their quills and create what are known as “il- displayed at Cafe Des Artistes in Leonardtown Denny, participated in the Thirty-Second Annual luminated manuscripts,” biblical passages illus- (with a student artist reception on March 19), Model United Nations Conference sponsored by Though student artwork has always found a trated with decorations, often incorporating gold where Morris said she got the idea for the ex- Old Dominion University. place on the refrigerator at home, there are some leaf and richly colored paints, modern scribes at hibit in the first place. This conference was a student-directed lucky children who get to see their paintings St. Michael’s and other participating schools are “I took my niece to Cafe Des Artistes, and simulation that examined real-world issues con- displayed alongside the likes of artistic giants at using watercolors, crayon, or colored pencils to I was sitting there with her and she was enjoy- fronting the global community such as national some of the nation’s most prestigious museums. illustrate biblical passages, some with decidedly ing herself so much and I noticed behind her security, economic interdependence, and hu- that there were all kinds of local artists,” she manitarian concerns. said, adding that from there she spoke with the This problem-solving activity engaged the owners, “and they accepted to put up the icons students to develop research and public-speak- and illuminated manuscripts as a local exhibit, ing skills, as well as become informed citizens so the students would be able to see some of on international events. In addition, it provided their work even if they weren’t able to make it an in-depth understanding of the purpose, func- to the Walters.” tions, and procedures of the United Nations. Students from St. Michael’s will be invited For this simulation, students represented to the Walters for the opening of the exhibit on an array of nations and non-governmental or- April 7. The exhibit itself will be open to the ganizations (NGOs). Chopticon High School public from Aril 8 to April 29. “It’ll be in the students assumed the role of delegates for the sculpture court at the Walters Museum, in my Russian Federation and Oxfam International. opinion the best part of the whole museum,” Leonardtown High School students represented said Morris. “It’s a very grand room, so when the United Kingdom, Jordan, Spain, the Russian you come in there’s marble, and two stories and Federation, and Amnesty International. a stained glass ceiling…it’s very beautiful.” Students from both schools earned numer- Morris said that she was indeed excited ous awards and honors including Chopticon to see the exhibit, which will be the second High School earning the Jean Bernard Gazarian exhibit for local students to be featured at the Award for Diplomacy, and Leonardtown High Walters. “It’s totally different how each child School receiving recognition for the Secretary has interpreted the bible,” she said, “and it’s General’s Award for Outstanding Delegation. been a very rewarding thing to work with the In addition to these awards, there were students.” more than ten honors awarded for outstanding group and individual achievements. Maryland Honors 463 Elementary And Middle Schools Photo by Carol Morris And 73 High Schools For Improved Performance Sara Luffey, an 8th grader at St. Michael’s Catholic School, working on an icon for this year’s exhibit, which will be featured at the Walters Art Gallery in Baltimore. The Maryland State Department of Educa- “Each year the School Recognition Pro- tion is recognizing 463 elementary and middle gram allows us to acknowledge the success of Such is the case for the students at St. Michael’s modern themes. schools and 73 high schools across the State for staff and students in raising the performance Catholic School in Ridge, who will display illu- “We’re doing modern paints and a more the academic performance of their students. The levels of all public school students,” said State minated manuscripts and religious icons at the modern interpretation of bible passages,” Mor- recognition program honors schools for their Superintendent of Schools Nancy S. Grasmick. Walters Art Gallery in Baltimore. Their work ris said, adding later that one student had drawn performance on the 2008 Maryland School As- “This year, we share our pride in 536 elemen- will join that of artists from Our Lady of Mount Jesus, Mary and Joseph as traveling in a minivan sessment (MSA) or the High School Assessment tary, middle, and high schools for their overall Carmel Catholic School in Essex, and the St. to Jerusalem. (HSA), and for improving the performance of achievement or for improving the performance Michael’s Academy Home schooling Co-Op in “The icons are something we do from year special populations of students for two years. of their special populations or both.” Woodstock. to year from fifth grade to eighth,” said Morris, Only schools that made Adequate Yearly Prog- All recognized schools will receive certifi- “There’s a second exhibit, the main exhibit explaining that the icons focus on “the art of re- ress (AYP) for 2007-2008 were eligible for the cates of recognition for public display. Only Title at the Walters, called the St. John’s Bible,” said production, not the art of interpretation…these awards. I elementary and middle schools will each re- Carol Morris, an art teacher from St. Michael’s. are designs that are repeated from generation Special populations include race/ethnicity, ceive a modest financial award that can be used “It’s the first bible that’s been done totally by to generation…these are religious characters or special education, limited English proficiency, for activities and equipment to improve student hand since the middle ages, but they’ve incorpo- people that are from ancient and medieval times and students who are receiving free or reduced performance and family involvement. rated medieval techniques and modern design,” to today,” she said. price meals. The program, established by the School recognition, a feature of the fed- she said. The Walters will not be the only showplace Maryland General Assembly in 1996, is now re- eral No Child Left Behind program, helps states quired by the federal No Child Left Behind Act recognize the achievement of schools, as well as of 2001 (NCLB). their students and teachers. Martial Arts Master to Give Lecture Master drummer and choreographer Amen State Approves Anti-Bullying Policy Santo will visit St. Mary’s College of Maryland SMCPS to Submit Policies to the State for Review (SMCM) March 9 for a lecture and workshop. Andrea Shiell the school yard and the Internet.” ment for educators in order to better intervene in bul- His lecture is titled, “From Plantation’s Shad- Staff Writer “We have over the years adopted a number of lying situations, a stipulation that SMCPS officials ows to Global Spotlight: A Master Recounts Ca- things…with respect to our policies on bullying… say they have already been enforcing. poeira’s Trajectory from Slave Culture to the Hip The Maryland State Board of Education an- you can’t learn if you’re too worried about what’s go- Jeff Maher, SMCPS Director of Professional World of Global Youth Culture,” and is at 4:45 p.m. nounced last Tuesday that it has approved Maryland’s ing on around you. It’s mentally stressful, it’s physi- and Organizational Development, said that the school in Cole Cinema of the Campus Center. Model Anti-Bullying, Harassment, and Intimidation cally challenging, and it’s just plain wrong,” said system has consistently trained staff and administra- Capoeira is a mixture of African and Brazil- Policy, with the aim of setting a statewide definition Board Member Cathy Allen, who added that SMCPS tors to handle bullying and cyber-bullying cases. ian martial art, spanning from plantation-era ori- of bullying behavior. MSDE will also be requiring processes each incident under a series of codes, and “We’ve prepared teachers as well as parents by doing gins to its contemporary status as a hip, global phe- school systems to submit copies of their anti-bullying board members receive monthly updates on bullying presentations at PTA meetings,” he said, “but this is nomenon. Santo directs the Brasil Cultural Center, policies to the State Superintendent for review. or discipline problems. obviously a very new policy…and when we get all the Ballet Folclòrico do Brasil Dance Company, “Bullying has existed for a long time, but that The new policy prohibits bullying, harassment, the details from the state we’ll do everything we can and the Capoeira Batuque academy in Los Ange- does not make it right or something we as educators or intimidation of any person on school property or to meet those regulations” he said. les, Calif., where he resides. should ignore,” said State Superintendent of Schools at school-sponsored functions, including harassment Local school systems are now required to sub- This lecture is free and open to the public. Nancy S. Grasmick. “Today’s bullies come in many by the use of electronic technology at a public school. mit copies of their anti-bullying policies to the State For more information, contact Zara Bennett at forms, including those who use electronic means. Reprisals against individuals reporting bullying are Superintendent by July 1 for her review. [email protected]. The brighter the spotlight on this unacceptable be- also prohibited. havior, the better chance we have to eliminate it from The policy also stresses professional develop- Crime& The County Times Thursday, March 5, 2009 14 Punishment Briefs Deputy makes arrest for obstruction On February 27, 2009 deputies responded to Valley Estate Rape Suspect Waives Right To Speedy Trial Drive in Lexington Park for a report of a fight in process. Dep- uty Boyer was attempting to arrest a juvenile female for disor- By Guy Leonard Raley agreed that the defense “could not reasonably be derly conduct when Decarl Savoy Smith, 18, of Lexington Park, Staff Writer expected to move forward” with their case in just 30 days. allegedly charged the deputies, cursing profanity and insisting If convicted, Dominguez could spend up to 20 years in they not arrest the juvenile. Smith would not comply with the A man accused of raping a woman at a party last year jail for the second-degree rape charge. deputy’s orders not to hinder the arrest and back away. Smith in Lexington Park has waived his right to have a trial within was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct and obstruc- 180 days of being charged, since his public defender said he tion of justice. needed more time to pore over DNA evidence and build a defense. Search leads to suspected drugs, paraphernalia Alverio Dominguez, 24, a Guatemalan national, may On February 27, 2009 Sgt. Walker stopped a 1992 Dodge also challenge a statement he gave police during their inves- Dakota on Three Notch Road in the area of Clover Hill Road. tigation, according to his attorney John Getz. The operator was identified as Herbert Elmar Russell, 46, of “He has told me he did not understand his rights,” Getz Lusby,. Russell’s privilege to operate a motor vehicle in Mary- told Circuit Court Judge C. Clarke Raley. land was suspended. Russell was arrested for driving while on a Dominguez was charged with allegedly raping and as- suspended license. Search of the vehicle incident to the arrest re- saulting a female victim while she slept during a party at the vealed suspected marijuana and controlled dangerous substance victim’s home in the late night hours of July 12, 2008. paraphernalia. The victim attempted to fight off Dominguez’s alleged assault, charging documents against the defendant state, and Deputy makes arrest near pancake house several witnesses were said to have seen him flee the resi- On March 1, 2009 Deputy Snyder observed Josh Alonzo dence after the victim cried for help. Maddox, 35, of Lexington Park walking near the construction Witnesses chased Dominguez to a nearby house, court site adjacent to IHOP in Lexington Park, Maryland. Maddox papers reveal, and detectives stated they found him hiding was allegedly intoxicated and had fallen down. After complet- under a bed in a back room of the house. ing a warrant check Maddox was sent on his way. Maddox Detectives with the Bureau of Criminal Investigations started walking away but then returned and began yelling at the arrested Dominguez after they found scratch marks on the deputies. IHOP customers were in the parking lot observing defendant’s chest and stomach areas, and he has been held Maddox’s disorderly behavior. The deputies instructed Mad- ever since in the county detention facility. dox to leave several times and told him if he did not comply Dominguez proceeded with his motions hearing Feb. he would be arrested. Maddox refused to comply was arrested 26 with the aid of a Spanish speaking interpreter. and charged with disorderly conduct and failing to obey a lawful Assistant State’s Attorney Robyn Riddle said of the al- order of a police officer. leged victim that “she would like to voice her displeasure about this [case] going on and on” but Riddle herself said she understood that the defense counsel needed more time to review the DNA evidence the state had provided. Man Pleads Guilty To Child Abuse Against Son By Guy Leonard Police Arrest Man After Bail Out From Traffic Stop Staff Writer A man accused of causing his 2-month-old son to be badly injured last year pleaded guilty to second-degree child abuse Feb. 26. His plea agreement before Administrative Judge Karen H. Abrams held that his seven-year sentence would be suspend- ed down to 18-months to be served in the county’s detention facility. Ryan T. Woodford was originally charged with first-degree child abuse and second- degree assault. According to a statement of facts regarding the case read by Assistant State’s Attorney Joseph Stanalonis, Woodford said he accidentally dropped his infant son, but, Stanalonis said, medical examiners at Children’s Hospital disagreed and said the boy ap- peared to have injuries consistent with Shaken Baby Syndrome. Detectives charged Woodford, 26, of Hollywood with first- degree child abuse and placed him under arrest. Woodford, though he agreed to make the guilty plea, insist- ed he had done nothing wrong and maintained his innocence. His attorney David W. Densford said his client had not been cognizant of his actions that May 15, 2008 and that he did not intend to hurt his child. The injuries to the boy, Densford said, turned out to be less serious than originally thought. While he was separated from his family, his grandparents cared for the boy. Densford said that Woodford had successfully completed anger management and drug and alcohol recovery programs and “has earned his way out of being a convicted felon.” Densford even said that once his client’s term and probation Photo by Guy Leonard had been completed, his case could “be the one in a million” that By Guy Leonard house asking to use their phone, claiming he had been in an au- could go back before the court in an effort to exonerate him of Staff Writer tomobile accident. the charges. Bush had a warrant issued against him for six counts of “This is not what it appeared to be,” Woodford told Judge Police converged on a residence in Hollywood last week theft. Abrams. “I did not intentionally abuse my child.” after a man who had been pulled over in a traffic stop fled on foot Deputies and state troopers who rushed up Three Notch But Judge Abrams, who ruled that Woodford was to have when a deputy learned he had a warrant out for his arrest. Road to the scene searched for Bush and found him at the Clo- no unsupervised contact with his son, said she did not believe Deputies and state troopers captured Izella Edgar Bush, 40, ver Hill residence. the defendant’s story. of Lexington Park Feb. 27 after he fled on foot to a house on Clo- One state trooper on the scene said that they were initially “The experts did say something happened,” Judge Abrams ver Hill Road, police said, seeking to evade arrest after he alleg- concerned that a barricade situation might ensue from Bush’s said. “That won’t help you in the long run if can’t take responsi- edly gave a false name and birth date to the arresting deputy. flight to the residence. bility for your actions. As Sgt. Eric Walker performed a check to see if Bush was Bush was arrested, served with a warrant and charged with “People don’t go to jail because their lawyers tell them to.” wanted or not, the suspect fled and contacted the family in the giving a false name to a police officer. 15 Thursday, March 5, 2009 The County Times

Tag Reader Ushers In New Era For Policing Philip H. Dorsey III By Sean Rice sion of tools already available to any officer. Staff Writer “The tag information is in a database that’s Attorney at Law searchable all the time,” Sheriff Tim Cameron told “Big Brother” is watching … or better yet, Cpl. the County Times. “Just like we normally would get Mike Peacher of the St. Mary’s Sheriff’s Office traffic if we were notified from a dispatcher … except much safety division is watching. faster.” Drivers in St. Mary’s County should take heed. “It’s really amazing what this thing does,” Cam- Over are the days of slipping through the cracks while eron continued. “And we’re really just beginning to driving around with expired tags or a suspended realize the full potential of this device.” -Serious Personal Injury Cases-

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Photos by Sean Rice license. Cpl. Peacher’s vehicle is the first Sheriff’s cruiser in the www.dorseylaw.net county to be equipped with an infrared license plate scan- ner, which can read hundreds of plates per hour as Deputy Peacher drives around on pa- trol, alerting him to bad tags and suspended or wanted drivers. Kevin J. McDevitt “It kind of lets the bad guys come to you,” Peacher told The County Times dur- Attorney At Law ing a ride-along to demon- strate the new device. Every morning at the start of his shift, Deputy Peacher downloads an updated database of license Cameron said he became a Former Baltimore City Assist. State’s Attorney plate numbers from the Maryland Motor Vehicle Ad- believer in tag readers after an incident about a year Former Baltimore City Assist. State’s Attorney ministration that are suspended, expired or otherwise ago when a DC-area task force came to St. Mary’s in violation of Maryland law. County to assist with a special warrant sweep. Offi- FormerFormer St.St. Mary’sMary’s CountyCounty Assist.Assist. State’sState’s AttorneyAttorney He also collects an updated list of tag numbers cers from the Washington Area Vehicle Theft Task maintained by the FBI in the National Crime Informa- Force stopped for pizza in St. Mary’s Square and the tion Center (NCIC), which contains missing persons, plate reader alerted them to stolen plates. Shortly af- stolen vehicles and any other tag numbers wanted by ter, two fugitives were arrested with guns and drugs. the FBI. “It was all because this thing alerted them to Peacher plugs this information in his Mobile stolen tags,” Cameron said. Plate Reader 900 and goes on patrol. As he drives “The reason we have license plates is so they can CRIMINALCRIMINAL && DUI/DWIDUI/DWI down the road, one of two cameras attached to the be publicly read, that’s the whole purpose, and if we trunk of his vehicle scans license plates that are pass- can use technology to make law enforcement more ing him going the opposite direction across the double efficient, its sounds very interesting,” said Maryland yellow line. Delegate Anthony O’Donnell. When the officer passes a car with bad tags or a O’Donnell is an vocal opponent of current ef- suspended driver, an alarm sounds on his laptop and a forts in Annapolis to allow the use of ticket-issuing picture is displayed of the license plate in question. speed cameras in the state, which he says, “don’t al- “Here’s one that we wouldn’t have got if it were low you to see your accuser.” not for the plate reader,” Peacher says after stopping a “This sounds like it’s already within the bounds driver with a suspended license, but valid tags. of existing law,” he said, adding that he did not know The equipment was fully funded by two grants, this technology was being used in St. Mary’s County. totaling $21,500, using Homeland Security funding “This seems to me to be just a tool that would allow Office: 301-475-0093 and money from the Maryland Vehicle Theft Preven- the normal process to take place.” tion Council. Though not everyone thinks the equipment is “We’re hoping it’s going to increase the recov- welcome news. Cell: 410-925-8992 ery of stolen vehicles and wanted drivers,” Peacher “Unfortunatly it sounds like big brother is said, adding that the device has led him to many mi- watching, it sounds like the beginning of 1984,” St. Dorsey Professional Building nor infractions, but he has yet to land a stolen vehicle Mary’s Commissioner Larry Jarboe told The County 22835 Washington Street or high-profile wanted person. Times. P.O. Box 952, Leonardtown, MD 20650 While the impressive effectiveness of the device “It really makes you appreciate the horse and may raise some eyebrows as being wholesale police buggy and the bicycle,” he said. www.kjmcdevittlaw.com work, officials say the equipment is merely an exten- The County Times Thursday, March 5, 2009 16

Francis Arlee Abell, 83 Beavan and Ann R. Bowman. ing Home for the special care and 11 grandchildren and one great Mechanicsville. He is also sur- George was an equipment su- love they gave to “Mrs. Chick” for grandchild. vived by 10 grandchildren and Francis Arlee Abell, 83, of pervisor for the Maryland State the past six years. He was also preceded in death one great-grandchild. Leonardtown died Feb. 21 in his Highway Administration for 32 years A graveside service will be held by his siblings Charlotte Estep, James Relatives and friends at- residence. (1951-1983), retiring April 1, 1983. at a future date at Mt. Hope Ceme- Estep, Joseph Estep, Rodney Estep, tended Ronnie’s Life Celebration Born Aug. 3, 1925 in Leonard- He served in the Maryland National tery, Bangor, Maine. Louis Estep and Michael Estep. in the Brinsfield Funeral Home, town he was the son of Tom T. Abell Guard for nine years (1948-1957) and To send a condolence to the fam- Mr. Estep was a lifelong St. Leonardtown, Feb. 27 from 5 and Violet Ching Bussler. He was was a Master Sergeant, Company ily visit www.mgfh.com. Mary’s County resident where he – 8 p.m. with prayers recited at 7 raised by Joe and Maide Thompson. B, and 121st Engineering Battalion Arrangements provided by the worked as a self-employed plumber. p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial He was the loving husband of Rosalie at the Leonardtown Armory. He en- Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, He attended both Charles and St. was celebrated Feb. 28 at 10 a.m. C. Abell. joyed vegetable gardening, raising P.A. Mary’s County Public Schools. in St. George Catholic Church, He is survived by his children flowers, shrubbery, landscaping and The family received friends Valley Lee. Monsignor Karl A. John F. Abell, Billy Abell, and Bren- yard work. He was also a recreational Joanne Mary Coty, 83 March 2 from 10 a.m. – noon in Im- Chimiak was the celebrant. In- da Abell; siblings Roger Bussler, bird watcher. maculate Heart of Mary Catholic terment followed in St. George Mary Tennyson, Ada Russell, Annie The family received friends J o a n n e Church, Lexington Park, where a Cemetery. McCully, Claudia Mattingly and Ka- March 4 from 5 – 8 p.m. in the Mat- Mary Coty, 83, Mass of Christian Burial was cel- Serving as pallbearers were tie Kozak; five grandchildren Mike tingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, of Leonard- ebrated at noon with Fr. Jack Ken- David F. Evans, Robert H. Evans, Abell, John F. Abell, Jr., Julie Jack- where Prayers were said at 7 p.m. A town died Feb. nealy officiating. Interment followed Ronald L. Evans, Dennis M. Ev- son, Tammy Buckler and Christina Mass of Christian Burial will be held 24 in St. Mary’s in the Church Cemetery. Pallbearers ans, Jr., David R. Evans, Daniel Buckler; five great grandchildren, March 5 at 10 a.m. in St. Aloysius Hospital. were Julius Estep, Marcus Estep, Da- B. Evans and James S. Tippett, Victoria Johnson, Dylan Jackson, Catholic Church, Leonardtown, with Born July mon Estep, Rodney Estep, Patrick Jr. Honorary pallbearers were Carmen Jackson, Kya Abell and Fr. John Dakes officiating. Interment 8, 1925 in Wa- Mason and Tony Estep. Honorary his brothers Dennis, Gerald, Mi- Trent Abell. will follow in Charles Memorial Gar- tertown, N.Y., Pallbearers were Alvin Jordan, Mi- chael, Joseph, Tony, and Charles He was preceded in death by dens, Leonardtown. Pallbearers will she was the chael “M.J.” Estep, Jr., Joe Joe Med- Evans. two children, Deborah Buckler Abell be Bernard S. Beavan (Bernie’s son), daughter of the ley and E Toye. Memorial donations may be and Michael W. Abell; five siblings, George Beavan (GMB’s nephew), late Thomas To send a condolence to the fam- made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, Frank Abell, Johnny Abell, Joe Rick Jager (son-in-law), Gregory Co- Earl Coty, and Hazel (Brainard) ily visit www.mgfh.com. P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD Thompson, Nathaniel Thompson and pado, Francis Shepherd and David Coty. Arrangements provided by the 20650 or Second District Volun- Hoover Bussler. Bowman (nephew). Knights of Co- Joanne served honorably in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, teer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 1, Mr. Abell was a lifelong St. lumbus will be honorary pallbearers. U.S. Navy W.A.V.E.S from 1949 un- P.A. Valley Lee, MD 20692 Mary’s County resident. He worked Condolences to the family may til 1952 at NAS Patuxent River, and Condolences to the family as an equipment operator for the be left at www.mgfh.com. retired from Jefferson Savings Bank, may be made at www.brinsfield- State of Maryland. Arrangements provided by the Watertown, N.Y. as the Executive Ronald Alvin Evans, 65 funeral.com. The family received friends Feb. Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Secretary in 1989. She loved hiking, Arrangements by the Brins- 25 from 5 – 8 p.m. in the Matting- P.A. bowling, swimming and most of all R o n a l d field Funeral Home, P.A., ley-Gardiner Funeral Home, where spending time with her family and Alvin Ev- Leonardtown. Prayers were said at 5:30 p.m. A Dorothy “Dottie” Angie friends. ans, 65, of Mass of Christian Burial was cele- Chick, 94 Joanne is survived by her de- Piney Point, Reba Iola Frazier, 83 brated Feb. 26 at 1 p.m. in St. Joseph’s voted son, Randy Boatwright and his died Feb. 24 Catholic Church, Morganza, with Fr. D o r o t h y wife Karrie; three step-grandchil- in his home Reba Iola Frazier, 83, of Keith Woods officiating. Interment dren, Tammy Linger, Anthony Cia- s u r r o u n d e d Leonardtown died Feb. 26 in her followed in Charles Memorial Gar- “Dottie” Angie Chick, 94, of vattone and Abriana Ciavattone all of by his loving residence. dens. Pallbearers were John F. Abell, California, Md. family. Born Aug. 25, 1925 in Madi- Jr., Joe Jackson, Frankie Lathrum, Leonardtown, beloved wife, She was preceded in death by B o r n sonville, Tenn. she was the daugh- David Abell, Ricky Burris and Clif- her son Bruce Boatwright. July 17, 1943 ter of the late Rankin Reynolds ton Wyrick. mother and grandmother, Private Memorial Services will in Baltimore, and Lucy Scruggs Reynolds. She Contributions may be made to be held in the spring in Watertown, he was the was a teacher. Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, passed away Feb. 19. N.Y. son of the late Robert Alvin Ev- Reba is survived by her Leonardtown, MD 20650. Condolences to the family may ans and Agnes Cecilia (Russell) daughter, Karen L. Frazier-Kline To send a condolence to the fam- She was born Sept. be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral. Evans. of Leonardtown. ily, visit www.mgfh.com. com. Ronnie was a lifelong resi- She was preceded in death by Arrangements provided by the 13, 1914, the daughter of the Arrangements by the Brinsfield dent of Piney Point, where he, her husband, Jack Randal Frazier Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown. along with his father Robert and siblings, Floyd Reynolds, P.A. late Charles and Edith (Maynard) Dwelley. Dorothy was a graduate of “Buggs” Evans and other family Zola Payne, and Bruce Reynolds. Bangor (Maine) High School. She members started Evans Seafood. Services will be private. was a saleslady for Tupperware, the Charles Richard “Big They first started catching Condolences to the family George Mattingly Beavan, oysters, crabs, fish and other sea- may be made at www.brinsfield- former Robert Hall’s Clothing Store, Slew” Estep, Jr., 67 80 Brewer and Avon. Most important- food from the waters around St. funeral.com. ly, she enjoyed life with family and George Island and selling them. Arrangements by the Brins- C h a r l e s In 1963 they opened Evans Crab field Funeral Home, P.A., G e o r g e friends. She was a member of the Richard “Big Church of Christ. House, which later became the Leonardtown. M a t t i n g l y Slew” Estep, well-known Evans Seafood Res- Beavan, 80, She was predeceased by her Jr., 67, of Lex- husband, Herman Chick Sr.; broth- taurant of St. George Island. He Joann Patricia Lacey, 52 of Pomfret, ington Park, served in the Maryland National and formerly ers, Clarence Dwelley and Charles formerly of Dwelley Jr.; one sister, Louise Gil- Guard from 1966 to 1971 and he J o a n n of St. Mary’s M e c h a n i c s - was a three time National Oyster County, died man; son Herman Chick Jr.; son-in- ville, died Feb. P a t r i c i a law, Andrew Garland Jr.; grandsons, Shucking Champion. Lacey, 52, Feb. 28 in his 25 in St. Mary’s Ronnie is survived by his residence. Stephen Dunning, Stephen Dubay Hospital. of Loveville and infant twins. wife Carol Jean (Swann) Evans; died Feb. 26 Born Oct. Born May a daughter, Swann Marie Tippett 8, 1928 in Bea- She is survived by sons, William 30, 1941 in in St. Mary’s Shaw Sr. and wife Carol of Charles- of Piney Point; three sons, David H o s p i t a l , vue, he was the Maryland, he was the son of the late F. Evans of Piney Point, Robert son of the late Bernard Stanton and ton, Maine and Richard Chick of Charles Richard and Ruth Eleanor Leonardtown. Bradenton, Fla.; daughters Jacque- H. Evans and Roland L. Evans She was Lillian Catherine Mattingly Beavan. Johnson Estep, Sr. He was the loving both of Leonardtown; a nephew He was the loving husband of Mary line Thorne and husband Gerald of husband of Gladys M. Estep of Lex- born March Hyattsville, Evelyn Garland of Great who was loved like a son, Den- 27, 1956 in Zeller Beavan whom he married Feb. ington Park. nis M. Evans, Jr. of Valley Lee; 6, 1951 in St. Aloysius Roman Catho- Mills, Judith Dunning of Brewer, He is survived by his seven chil- Leonardtown Maine and Jacquelyn Dubay and three sisters, Victoria E. Siegel to the late lic Church, Leonardtown. dren, Diane Harris of Clinton, Shelia of Lexington Park, Frances Sola He is also survived by his husband Norman of Bangor, Maine; Coates of Upper Marlboro, Charles Bernard Kerwin and Zita (Taro- daughter-in-laws Dorothy Chick of Sarasota, Fla., Anita Evans ni) Kerwin. daughter; Catherine Elizabeth Jager Estep, Mary Estep and Jerry Estep of California, Md.; six brothers, of Pomfret; siblings Loretta B. Nor- from the state of California and all of Lexington Park, Wayne Estep Joann is survived by her lov- Cathy Chick of Bradenton, Fla.; 14 Dennis Evans and Michael Ev- ing husband Joseph Dean (J.D.) ris and Bernard F. Beavan, both of of Hollywood, and Cheryl Warren ans of Piney Point, Gerry Evans Leonardtown. grandchildren, 30 great-grandchil- of Chesapeake, Va.; two brothers, Lacey of Loveville, whom she dren, nieces and nephews. of Clyde, N.C., Charles Evans of married Sept. 16, 1978; daughter He was preceded in death by his Lawrence Estep of Mechanicsville Leonardtown, Joseph Evans of brother James B. Beavan, Stanton A sincere thank you to all the and David Estep of Lexington Park; Kimberly Dawn Chamberlain and doctors and staff at St. Mary’s Nurs- Hollywood and Tony Evans of her husband Joe of Loveville; 17 Thursday, March 5, 2009 The County Times

three sisters, Anita L. Gerek (Joe) Arrangements provided by The family received friends Cuba, Ill. Condolences to the family of St. Mary’s City, Violet M. Ed- the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Feb. 27 from 5 – 8 p.m. in the Mat- Kenneth was a 1956 gradu- may be made at www.brinsfieldfu- wards of Valley Lee and Vicky L. Home, P.A. tingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, ate of Cuba High School, Cuba, neral.com. Estevez (Donnie) of Lexington where Prayers were said at 7 p.m. IL, and a retired Lt. Colonel in Arrangements by the Brins- Park. Brenda May Oliver Pilk- by Deacon Joe Lloyd. A funeral the U.S. Air Force, serving from field Funeral Home, P.A., Family received friends for service was held at 10 a.m. Feb. 28 1963 until 1981. Following his re- Leonardtown. Joann’s Life Celebration March 2 erton, 51 in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funer- tirement from the service, he was from 5 – 8 p.m. in the Brinsfield al Home with Fr. William Gurnee an electrical engineer for the Civil Ida Christine Chase Funeral Home, Leonardtown. B r e n d a officiating. Interment followed Service. Prayers were recited at 7 p.m. May Oliver in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Bush- Kenneth is survived by his Thomas, 90 by Deacon George L’Heureux. A Pilkerton, 51, wood. Pallbearers were Patrick wife, Gloria Ann Runyan; his sons, Mass of Christian Burial was cel- of Bushwood Pilkerton, James Oliver, Jr., Jay Mark Runyan and James Runyan, Ida Chris- ebrated March 3 at 10 a.m. in St. died Feb. 25 in Pilkerton, Ronald Keller, Matthew both of Commerce, Colo. and Mi- tine Chase George’s Catholic Church, Valley her residence. Oliver and Anthony Pilkerton. chael Runyan of Leonardtown; two Thomas, 90, Lee. Monsignor Karl A. Chimiak Born Feb. Honorary pallbearers were Don- brothers, Charles (Cheri) Runyan of Mechan- was the celebrant. Interment fol- 12, 1958 in ald Pilkerton, Lawrence Pilkerton, of Peoria, Ill., Robert (Carolyn) icsville was lowed in the Charles Memorial Leonardtown, Michael Farr and Paul Redman. Runyan of rural Canton, Ill.; and called to rest Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. she was the Contributions may be made one sister, Jean (Ron) Henderson Feb. 25 af- Memorial contributions may daughter of to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box of East Peoria, Ill.; two grandchil- ter a lengthy be made to the Leonardtown Vol- Helen Virgin- illness. unteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box She was 299, Leonardtown, MD 20650 born Jan. Condolences to the family Serving 30, 1919 in may be made at www.brinsfield- Pearson, now funeral.com. known as Patuxent River Naval Arrangements by the Brins- St. Mary's County Base, and is the last surviving field Funeral Home, P.A., child of William and Anastasia Leonardtown. (Annie) Chase-the ninth of ten siblings. Since 1978 She attended Hermansville El- JoAnne Patricia Norris, ementary School in Hermansville, 63 Free eSTIMATeS / QuICk TurnArOunD Shaw Middle School, Armstrong High School and Minor Normal JoAnne Patricia Norris, 63, • High Speed Digital Black/White & Teacher’s College all in Washing- of Hollywood, Md. passed away • Posters • Envelope Inserting ton, D.C. in her residence Feb. 27. Color Copy Service A devoted wife, she mar- Born March 15, 1945 in An- • Flyers • Certificates ried Theodore Thomas, now de- napolis, she was the daughter of Compare our Prices & Time Line ceased, in 1947. 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She also enjoyed playing email: [email protected] • Business Cards • Color Work rence (Alvin) and Thomas (Dar- cards, traveling and spending nell) Chase and six nieces, Laurice time with her family and friends. www.printingpressinc.com • Business Forms • Briefs White of Lexington Park, Marva The family received friends HOurS: Mon - Thur 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Glover of Sacramento, Calif., Irma March 1 from 2 – 5 p.m. in the • NCR Forms • Easels Bryant of Lexington Park, Barbara Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Morris of California, Md., Diane Home, where Prayers were said at Mays of Sacramento, Calif. and 3 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial Marlene Crute of Vienna, Va. was celebrated March 3 at 10 a.m. ia Welty Oliver of Bushwood and 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650. dren, one great-grandchild, and The family received friends in St. John’s Catholic Church, the late James Matthew Oliver, Sr. To send a condolence to the several nieces and nephews. March 4 from 8:30 – 10 a.m. in St. Hollywood, with Fr. Raymond She was the loving wife of family visit www.mgfh.com. He enjoyed spending time Joseph’s Catholic Church, Mor- Schmidt officiating. Interment Stanley Patrick Pilkerton, whom Arrangements provided by with his family, golfing, mush- ganza. A Mass of Christian Burial followed in the Church Cemetery. she married May 24, 1981 in Holy the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral room hunting in Illinois, and trout was celebrated at 10 a.m. with Pallbearers were Ricky Guy, Mike Angels Catholic Church, Avenue. Home, P.A. fishing in New Mexico. Reverend Keith Woods officiating. Norris, Wayne Dorsch, Danny She is also survived by her Family will receive friends Interment followed in Mt. Olivet Greer, John Holder and Roger son Patrick Lee Pilkerton of Bush- Kenneth Raymond Run- March 7 from 10 – 11 a.m. in St. Cemetery, Washington, D.C. Ridgell. Honorary Pallbearers wood, and her siblings Christine Paul’s United Methodist Church, Condolences to the family were Lenny Guy, Terry Howard, Keller of Butternut, Wis. and yan, 71 Leonardtown. A Memorial Service may be made at www.brinsfieldfu- Ray Norris and Mike Harrison. James M. Oliver, Jr. and Matthew will be held at 11 a.m. Cremation neral.com. Contributions may be made B. Oliver, both of Bushwood. A Kenneth Raymond Runyan, rites accorded. Interment will be Arrangements by the Brins- to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box lifelong resident of St. Mary’s 71, of Leonardtown died Feb. 23 at private. field Funeral Home, P.A., 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650 County, Brenda graduated from his residence. Memorial contributions may Leonardtown. www.hospiceofstmarys.org. St. Mary’s Academy’s “Class of Born Dec. 28, 1937, in Oak- be made to the American Cancer To send a condolence to the 1976” and was a medical records wood, Ill., he was the son of the Society, P.O. Box 1032, Lexington family please visit our website at coder for St. Mary’s Hospital in late Raymond Roland Runyan and Park, MD 20653. www.mgfh.com. Leonardtown for over 30 years. Millie Agnes (Miller) Runyan of The County Times Thursday, March 5, 2009 18 Taking Back the Snack

Summer is the time to bare it all, and not just in your swimsuit. Whether you’re at the beach or barbecuing on the patio, try going “au natural,” starting with your snacks. This summer, many Americans are taking back the snack, Not The Right Time For A Pet? Try These Options in a natural and wholesome way. By COLLEEN NEWVINE to cope. After the cats died, however, Skon felt he Many shelters work with volunteers to place ani- A survey commissioned by Pepperidge Farm in Associated Press Writer should give Beardmore a break. Dog visitation is a mals in homes temporarily rather than leaving early 2008 revealed that Americans love to snack and will good compromise. them in kennels or cages, he said. Socialization at enjoy their snacks just about anywhere. More than 55 per- Daphne loves her Aunt Kathleen and Uncle GO TO ANIMAL-FRIENDLY home can help prepare animals for adoption. cent say they snack in the car and almost the same amount Bob. BUSINESSES ``It can be good for you and good for the ani- admit they keep snacks in their desk at work. Six percent She enjoys when they come to visit, and she For even less commitment, load your pock- mal,’’ Battista said. even say they give up full meals just to keep snacking. gets so excited when she gets to spend the night at ets with treats and head to a dog-friendly bar or Best Friends, for example, runs a program Fortunately, you can feel good about snacking when their house that she flops on her back, wags her tail restaurant. called Date with a Dog in Los Angeles, in which it’s done the right way. To help encourage wholesome and demands a belly rub. Adams Mill Bar and Grill in Washington, participants spend a day or a week with a dog. For snacking, celebrity natural food chef, Bethenny Frankel, ``We have been blessed to have a doggie aunt D.C., collaborates with nearby Doggie Style Bak- some people, it’s a chance to test-drive the real- has partnered with Pepperidge Farm Baked Naturals and uncle situation so close by and so willing to ery to offer doggy happy hours on the patio on ity of having a dog. For others, it’s a way to enjoy crackers to create several tips that embrace snacking as a host our little beast for the occasional weekend or Fridays. Bartender and manager Paul Kerins said commitment-free animal companionship. part of a balanced lifestyle, as well as simple and delicious overnight,’’ said Matthew Steward, whose beagle people always stop to pet the dogs who stick their Often, Battista said, foster families connect recipes to be paired with the new line of snack crackers. and terrier mix, Daphne, stays with friends Kath- heads through the fence, and kids in particular en- with a houseguest pet and end up adopting. “Go ahead and ruin your appetite. Smart snacking leen Beardmore and Bob Skon when Steward and joy seeing a yard full of pooches. PART-TIME TO PERMANENT can help maintain a balanced lifestyle by helping keep his wife, Suzi, need a dog sitter. ``People love it, not just the ones who bring Some temporary arrangements do have a way cravings under control in between meals,” said Frankel. Beardmore and Skon enjoy the visits, too. their dogs,’’ Kerins said. of turning permanent, as Rachel Masters learned. Frankel offers these tips to have snacking be part of They get some of the benefits of sharing their Ann Pet Friendly Travel has an online directory Masters lived in Manhattan and traveled a wholesome lifestyle: Arbor, Mich., home with a dog but without a full- of restaurants, hotels or beaches nationwide that frequently for work, so for several years her Po- Get Moving. Whether it’s taking a walk, going for time commitment. welcome animals. meranian, Malka, would spend extended time a run or working in the garden, enjoy activities that will ``It’s nice to have her visit but it’s nice to have VOLUNTEER AT A SHELTER with Masters’ parents, Stuart and Ellen Masters, in energize you. Afterwards, revive with a wholesome and her go home,’’ Skon said. Having their own dog, he The number of animals entering shelters in Pittsfield, Mass. Gradually, the fluffy little dog -ac hearty snack. Your body will appreciate you fueling your- said, ``would be a major lifestyle change.’’ the United States each year _ and the number euth- quired her own bed in Pittsfield, then started hav- self with the best ingredients possible. Pretzel Thins are a Thirty-seven percent of U.S. households anized _ are both estimated to be in the millions. ing vet and grooming appointments there. Rachel’s great choice for dipping in honey mustard or topping with have no pet, according to a 2007-2008 survey by Volunteering at a local shelter to play with city apartment got hot in the summer, so off Malka melted parmesan cheese. the American Pet Products Manufacturers Associ- cats or walk dogs can make them and you happy, went to Stuart and Ellen’s. Loosen Up. It’s the little things that make life fun. ation. Some people who would like to have an ani- said Judah Battista of Best Friends Animal Society ``She would spend summers in the Berk- Take a few minutes out of your day to share a good laugh mal companion find they can’t; perhaps their job in Kanab, Utah. shires,’’ Rachel said. ``My dog had a better life and enjoy a snack that makes you feel good. Try a savory involves too much travel, or their apartment pro- Best Friends runs the nation’s largest sanctu- than me.’’ snack like Zesty Tomato Herb Wheat Crisps with a spicy hibits pets, or someone in the family has allergies. ary for abused and abandoned animals. Some peo- When Masters got a job that required relocat- avocado dip for a well-rounded treat that’s both tasty and There are plenty of ways, however, for animal ple vacation there to spend time helping animals, ing to Silicon Valley, she realized that her parents satisfying. lovers who can’t have a pet to find a little puppy (or Battista said, and some who stay in onsite lodging had no intention of giving up their part-time pooch. Kick Back. Our lives can be so hectic -- take a mo- kitten) love. enjoy having a cat sleep over in their room. ``It was too hard for them to lose both of us,’’ she ment every day to unwind with a snack that is inviting PET-SIT FOSTER A PET said. ``She has a really good life with them.’’ and delicious. Wrap Artisan Cheese Snack Sticks in pro- Skon had cats before he and Beardmore start- To get a little more time with an animal in sciutto. The balance of textures and flavors can keep you ed dating, and although she’s allergic, she learned need of a home, consider fostering, Battista said. going all day long. 19 Thursday, March 5, 2009 The County Times

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301-274-2828 Tues -- Sat: 11am - 9pm • Sunday: 11:30am - 7pm 301-274-2544 7320 Benedict Ave. P.O. Box 232 Benedict, MD 20612 A House is The County Times Thursday, March 5, 2009 20 a Home Awnings: The Home Improvement That Pays You Back Even in the midst of economic tur- Association (PAMA). “The combination see how her home’s cooling costs would bulence, it still is important to continue of contributing to the house’s character be reduced, and was able to convince to invest in your home as an asset. Now while conserving energy makes awnings her husband in no time that they would more than ever, home improvements an outstanding home improvement.” easily be able to recoup the cost of the should go beyond just adding aesthetics An energy study conducted by the awnings.” and provide return on investment. Center for Sustainable Building Re- Beyond the return on investment, One home improvement that pro- search at the University of Minnesota awnings have simply served as an effec- vides ROI in any climate -- hot or cold, revealed the impact of awnings in resi- tive substitute for central air conditioning economically good or bad -- is awnings. dential buildings. According to the study, for some homeowners. Sahlin decided Awnings, both aesthetically appealing awnings can reduce annual cooling en- to install awnings instead of central air and functional, can provide savings on ergy by as much as 16 percent in hot cli- conditioning in her century-old home to home cooling costs by reducing heat gain, mates, such as Houston, and as much as keep cool. and therefore the load on air condition- 14 percent in moderate climates, such as “Installing central air conditioning ers. In most homes, more cooling energy Washington, D.C., compared to homes would have required knocking holes in is lost through glass doors and windows with completely unshaded windows. The the walls and disrupting the house lay- than any other part of the house. No one amount of cooling energy saved varies out,” says Sahlin. “By adding awnings, wants to see their dollars flying out the depending on the number of windows, I was able to keep my house cool window in the form of energy costs. type of glass in the windows, window and intact while adding color and To learn When added above a window or orientation and the climate the house is beauty to the exterior.” door, an awning reduces the amount of in. The homes that receive the greatest Awnings can provide ben- more about how heat that enters a home by blocking the energy-savings benefits from awnings efits to people living without sun’s rays from penetrating the glass. have mostly west-facing windows. air conditioning by reducing awnings can provide Keeping excess heat out reduces the load Homeowners who already have in- inside temperatures by as a return on your on the air conditioner, allowing the unit stalled awnings are noticing the differ- much as 8 to 15 degrees. A to cool the space and maintain a constant ence and are wanting more. “A long-time well-placed awning can add home improvement temperature more efficiently. customer of ours had four awnings and thousands of dollars to the spending, please “Awnings over a patio or deck can was thinking of adding nine more aw- price of a home, especially in in essence create a cost effective ad- nings, but needed to convince her hus- smaller homes where square visit ditional room in one’s home,” says Mi- band,” says Ann Hunzinger, co-owner footage is at a premium -- and chelle Sahlin, managing director of the of Evanston Awning Co. in Evanston, Ill. is less expensive than putting www.awningstoday.com Awnings can save homeowners Professional Awning Manufacturer’s “She just needed to do a bit of math to on an entire sunroom. money on cooling costs and improve the aesthetic of the home.

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  21 Thursday, March 5, 2009 The County Times A House is There is a reason why our signs a Home are everywhere!! Playing CALL US Doctor With Your Home Tips for giving your home a post-winter checkup

When the winter starts to wind down, homeowners across the country begin thinking about spring cleaning. While some projects, like putting away the winter clothing, are symbolic and associated with the fun in the sun that lies ahead, others, such as clearing away a winter’s worth of clutter, are merely associated with an afternoon spent work- ing off a season’s worth of procrastination. While all spring cleaning projects need to be done sooner or later, some carry more weight than others. Such is the case with post-winter home repairs. Much like an automobile can take a beating over a long winter, so, too, can a home. That heightens the importance of a post winter home checkup. Once the cold weather has winded down, consider the following tips to ensure that your home has made it through another winter in one piece. * See your ceilings for the very first time. For those who live in areas with heavy winter snowfall, a telltale sign of a leak is a stained ceiling, which might appear brown or yellow after a few months of water infiltration. Note where these stains are, and then go outside and examine the cor- responding areas of your roof. Even if you notice stains in the middle of winter, it’s best to wait till after the winter to inspect this problem. Going up on a roof in bad weather is asking for trouble. Once you’ve identified the trouble spots, you can seek the help of a professional roofer. Unfortunately, if you’ve noticed the aforementioned brown or yellow spots on your ceilings, you’ll likely need to seal and paint the entire ceil- ing, even where no spots exist. Otherwise, the ceilings will not look as uniform or appealing. * Locate your ladder and get ready to climb and clean. Areas almost all homeowners will notice need some post- winter work are the gutters and downspouts. While a leaky roof could be the culprit with respect to water damage, that water damage could also be the result of clogged gutters or downspouts. And just because you might have made it through winter without water damage, that doesn’t neces- sarily mean your gutters and downspouts aren’t backed up. One of the first post-winter projects to address is to clean out these gutters and downspouts. Remove any and all debris that could lead to backup. And do so on a day Brooks & Barbour that’s guaranteed to be sunny, so you can dismantle the downspouts to be sure they’re clear from top to bottom. * Address any possible door damage. While storm www.brooksandbarbour.com doors aren’t as prevalent as they once were, they do still ex- ist, and they often bear the brunt of winter weather. When 23063 Three Notch Rd. winter winds begin to howl, they often do so at the expense of storm doors, which can become bent or even break. 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The County Times Thursday, March 5, 2009 22 A House is Now Arriving a Home Don’t Let A Spring Thaw Lead To A Wet Basement Whether your region is covered in a blanket of white snow or water from continual rainfall, you may experience basement moisture problems. New homeowners may not even be safe from the water Mother Nature delivers each year. The majority of homeowners’ water seepage problems can be attributed to seasonal condi- SpriNg tions. Rapid runoff and the frozen ground’s inability to absorb the water leave only one place for the water to go -- and unfortunately, it’s right through the walls. Typically, the spring and fall rainy seasons are peak times to experience water seepage. LAwN & pAtio Homeowners commonly associate water problems with expensive excavation and drainage. But, a waterproofing project can be completed for around $500.00 using a high-qual- Here are the steps to take to address ity masonry waterproofing seepage and stop basement damage paint, such as DRYLOK(R) FurNiture Masonry Waterproofer by Find the Water Source United Gilsonite Laborato- Homeowners must remember that a wet basement wall ries, a Scranton, Pennsylva- might be a symptom of a larger problem. Water may be coming nia based manufacturer that from a variety of sources such as leaky downspouts or gutters, blocked drainage pipes, improper grading, or ruts that direct At outlet has been helping homeown- ground runoff toward foundations. Correcting these problems -- ers safeguard against wa- combined with the application of a quality waterproofing paint -- is ter seepage problems since the best way to prevent water on masonry surfaces. 1957. Similarly, it is necessary to find out if seepage or condensa- Discount The first thing to remem- tion is the source behind wet walls. This can be determined by ber when looking for a prod- performing a simple test. Tape a one-foot square piece of alumi- uct to stop water seepage is num foil tightly to a dried interior basement wall. You can dry a small area to test with a cloth or hair dryer. Remove the foil after that you need a waterproofer, several days. If the room side is wet, the problem is condensation pricing not a watersealer. There are and a dehumidifier should be used. If the wall side of the foil is differences between the two. wet, there is seepage. Remember that both problems can occur Watersealers only repel water at the same time. but will not stop actual water Once you determine your problem, there are two main parts penetration. A product, such of any waterproofing job: Surface preparation and application of as DRYLOK(R) Masonry the waterproofer itself. Waterproofer penetrates the Surface Preparation surface and bonds itself to the As in any painting job, surface preparation is a critical step. masonry to act as an integral Loose or broken mortar, dirt, dust and other foreign matter should barrier to stop water seep- always be removed before putting on a new coat of paint. age. Ordinary paint merely Before applying the waterproofer, clean the surface thor- adheres to the surface, and oughly. Waterproofing paint works best when applied to a clean, oncoming water pressure can bare masonry surface. It may be applied on a slightly damp sur- force it off. face but best results are obtained when applied over a dry sur- face. To determine if the wall is too wet to paint, try this simple test: Rub your fingertips over the surface you want to paint. If your For fingertips are wet, do not paint the surface. Wait 48 hours and the free booklet, repeat the test. For best results, wait for a dry spell. “Waterproofing Made Remove old paint by wire-brushing, sandblasting or another suitable means. The worst enemy for any ma- Easy,” and a dealer nearest sonry paint is efflorescence, or white, crystal-like salt you, write to UGL, deposits that prevent a waterproofer from adhering to a P.O. Box 70, Scranton, PA, surface. Muriatic acid or a product like DRYLOK(R) Etch should be used to rid the surface of efflorescence. Holes 18501, visit the Web site should be patched with an hydraulic cement. www.ugl.com, or A common area that may be overlooked as a source call toll free of water seepage is the floor/wall joint. Normally, when concrete floors cure, they shrink and pull away from the 1-800-272-3235. wall, allowing a space for water to enter. That’s why it’s necessary to seal all gaps between floor and walls with a fast-drying cement, such as DRYLOK(R) Fast Plug. Clean the area and wash with water prior to sealing.

Seasonal Applying the Waterproofer Now, you’re ready to apply waterproofer to your basement walls. For best results, apply the first coat with a nylon or polyester bristle brush. The second coat can be applied with a brush or masonry roller. Work the paint thoroughly into the pores of the masonry. For OUTLET CENTER optimum bonding, apply to a dry surface. McKay’s Plaza, Charlotte Hall Follow directions for application carefully. If the area you covered is more than the recommendation on the label, you’re spreading the paint too thin. Two 301-884-8682 • 301- 274-0615 coats are usually sufficient to stop seepage. However, if seepage is still present after several days, an addi- tional coat may be necessary. Open windows and use a non-sparking exhaust 10 am - 7pm fan to provide adequate ventilation when applying a Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat: waterproofer in closed areas. In places, where good cross-ventilation is not possible, or if you are sensitive to solvent odors, the experts at UGL recommend using Sunday:10am - 4pm a latex-based product, such as Latex Base DRYLOK(R) or DRYLOK Extreme(R). Remember to read the label of the product thoroughly for application and ventilation Closed Tuesdays requirements. 23 Thursday, March 5, 2009 The County Times

Wanderings the first article about Monk’s Inn and the Oar she said”the snow was coming down in great House didn’t you? Anyway, the snow was two clumps.” I was picturing scoopable kitty litter, feet as I remember. The snow plows had not hit had to shake my head to get rid of that thought. of an Aimless our road, so all the neighbors were out helping It sure was pretty though. My husband went each other shovel. It was so much fun; some of outside to take pictures and to let Tidbit out. the neighbors hadn’t seen each other since the Then the winds came and started buffeting the last snowfall 13 or so years earlier. Frisbee in the house. The wine glasses in their rack hanging snow is great! My Mother was saying that she from the ceiling and all my Bavarian china in Min didn’t know that one of the neighbors was even the cabinet were rattling. The power started still alive. The lady was 100 but came out in the flashing on and off. It was scary. We have huge d snow that day. Then after the snow was shoveled trees next to the house and I could feel my head Snow Watch and news caught up everyone went back in their pounding in worry. Motrin. I went and grabbed burrows until the next great snowfall. my purse, coat, and cell phone from their spot I have wondered occasionally what it would near the dining room and brought them back to By Shelby Oppermann I love Maryland weather. I have heard be like to live in California, Taos, or in Truth or the bedroom. I got my beautiful fused glass out Contributing Writer people remark how different it is then when Consequences, New Mexico. (my wandering of the bay window and slid it under a dresser. they grew up. It seemed like we used to have Grandfather, whom I never met, lived for a time Robert said, “What are you doing?” I said, “I’m Of course I have to write about the snow! these huge snowfalls of two or three feet. I re- in the latter – I like the name). Warm, mostly dry getting ready for when one of these trees falls I’m writing this during the beautiful snowfall. member one in the early 60’s where there was climates. I don’t think I could do it forever; there on that side of the house.” Tidbit followed me The other article can wait. March’s lion was enough that my two brothers made an igloo in is no change of season. Here they change almost back and forth then curled up next to the bed in really the king this year: he came in ready to the front yard. There is also a picture of me as daily. Who wouldn’t love that? The doctor’s must a little ball. impress. You have no-coat weather a few days a sled dog with my oldest brother laughing and enjoy it. The men, probably some women now, Its funny Tidbit will not go outside when before, then wham! In a day or two it’s Spring- raising his arm in the “mush” stance behind waiting eagerly to hook up those snow plows on it’s raining, she hovers under the overhang of like again. And there’s always the excitement the sled. No wonder I’ve always felt closest to their pick up trucks and help their neighbors, or the house with her ears back, batting her eyes, that never goes away that there is no school!!! I dogs. earn a little extra cash enjoy it too. trying to tell me she’s melting. But come snow, tried calling my sons to say “no school tomor- The blizzard of ’79 was a good one too. I We left after church today to visit an ail- she’s out there like a little puppy again pranc- row!” for old time sake, but their voicemails was home in Clinton from St. Mary’s College ing relative in the hospital and on our way back ing around, and throwing snow around with her picked up. I guess once they turn 21 and 26 the thinking, Ahhhh, leisure from all that hard through Waldorf stopped to grab a bite to eat. It nose. Tidbit’s favorite thing to do in the snow fun just goes right out of it. But not for me. work studying. Oh, that’s right, you all read was so strange to walk in and have green grass is pretend she is a snow shovel. She puts her outside and when we came out everything was mouth to the ground, leaves it open and travels all blanketed with snow and in a near white-out for a few feet at a time gobbling up the snow. condition. Robert’s daughter called as we were She’s a funny girl to watch. In the morning I leaving, and said that snowballs were coming will venture out to watch her play and prance down in St. Mary’s County. He said “Yeah, and enjoy the beauty of this magic that like the right, snowmen too?” The drive home was, as lion has majesty and power all its own. Book Review expected, slow going. My husband and I were To each new day’s adventure, Shelby amazed at how close some of the drivers were to each other, some within one to two car lengths. Please send your comments or ideas to: “Harry Houdini for Kids” by Laurie Carlson When we got home, I called a friend and [email protected] c.2009, Chicago Review Press $16.95 / $18.95 Canada 136 pages

Have you ever watched a card trick really For many years, Harry Houdini strug- close? gled to make ends meet. He and his wife, The performer shows you a card and asks Bess (whom he met while on tour) worked on you to memorize it. He puts it in the deck and their stage performance, and while they were THE then –abracadabra, poof – it’s gone. But wait, perfecting their act, Harry studied other illu- there it is, back in his hand. How did he do sionists and developed many tricks. He grew that? famous in Europe You know it’s by challenging po- not magic. It’s just licemen to trap him ANGLICAN your eyes playing in handcuffs, from tricks on you and which Harry would maybe, if you watch quickly escape. He long enough, you can brought his act to MISSION figure out how it’s America and became done. a sensation. Harry But some tricks Houdini died on Hal- may be secret for- loween, 1927. ever. In the new book Even though he’s OF SOUTHERN “Harry Houdini for been gone over 80 Kids” by Laurie years, there are still Carlson, you’ll read lots of things we don’t about the man who know about Houdini. MARYLAND some believe is the How did he do some greatest magician and escape artist of all time. of the harder stunts? Did Houdini work as a Ehrich Weisz was born in Budapest, Hun- spy? And was he murdered? gary on March 24, 1874. When Ehrich was a No matter what our age, we love acts of boy, the family immigrated to America and illusion. Kids love to do them, so when you get settled in Wisconsin. As soon as he was old “Harry Houdini for Kids” and give it to your enough, Ehrich took odd jobs to help his par- young prestidigitator, you know you’ll be con- (Scripturally based worship) ents. One of his jobs was as a tightrope walker juring up a good time. in the Jack Hoeffler 5-Cent Circus. Author Laurie Carlson gives kids (and Sundays - 9:30 AM That job started Ehrich on a training adults) a thorough overview of the life of an Sundays - 9:30 AM schedule. He loved being in shape, and gym- American enigma, his reason for fame, and a nastics and acrobatics were his favorites. He few hints on how Houdini performed some of won medals in many sports, but his talent as his stunts. What I found most valuable about a contortionist was what started his rise to this book wasn’t just the biography, which is fame. obvious. I also appreciated the science in here, When he was 17 years old, Ehrich and a as well as the history and social studies of the Southern MD Higher Ed Ctr (Rm, 108/109) friend created a magic act so that they could times. Kids will also love the 21 “magic” tricks make some money. This was before television, included. 44219 Airport Road, California, MD when traveling performances were sometimes Nine-to-15-year-olds will enjoy this book, the only entertainment around. In his new act, as will an adult fan of illusion or circus lore. Ehrich called himself “Houdini” in honor of a Give them “Harry Houdini for Kids” and 301/475-9337 www.amosm.net French magician. watch the time disappear. The County Times Thursday, March 5, 2009 24

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Broadway awards 3. Highwater tide 33. Wing-like structure 46. S. China seaport 4. Is worthy 47. A bag for purchases 34. Titles for Turkish leaders 5. Perceived 35. A metal-bearing mineral 48. Yearly tonnage (abbr.) 6. Threes 49. A way to compact 36. N.W. Algerian city 7. “Buddenbrooks” author 37. Jog 50. Capital of Yemen 8. One point E of SE 51. A chronic drinker 38. Purchases 9. Citrus fruit drink 40. C____: Greek island 52. Central nervous system 10. Billfish 55. Unhappy 41. Boat races 13. A large body of water 43. Conditions of balance 56. Point midway between S 14. Lays about and SE 45. Historic U.S. woman’s 17. Begets Last Week’s Week’s Last Puzzle Solutions Puzzle 25 Thursday, March 5, 2009 The County Times un J. Edgar Hoover liked to fire FBI agents whose Fact palms were sweaty when shaking hands. Community Community Forrest Center Students Compete Mediation in SkillsUSA Competition Center Recently students from the Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center “Looking for competed in the SkillsUSA Regional Crimi- nal Justice and Crime Scene Investigations contests, held in Calvert County. Students Trouble” from St. Mary’s, Charles and Calvert Coun- ties competed to see who will represent the By Andrea Shiell Tri-County at the State Competition. Staff Writer Students in the Criminal Justice com- petition were required to take a Constitu- Lindsey Bradley laughed as she explained tional Law test, complete a safe traffic stop, that she had been working on a mediation at the St. respond to a building intrusion alarm, and Mary’s County Community Mediation Center until handle a domestic dispute. These students 10 p.m. the previous night, but with the center aver- also were required to participate in a job in- aging between 600 and 700 referrals in the last year, terview. Students participating were Nikita culminating in over 100 percent increase in cases, Alleyne, Will Stone, Cody Thompson, Brent Bradley said it was all in a day’s work, and part of Thorward, and Billy Yost. For his efforts, her job these days as operations manager has been Will Stone won the first place gold medal. to organize a little play time for the center. In the Crime Scene Investigations com- So on April 4, 2009, the Community Mediation petition, students worked in teams of three, Center of St. Mary’s County is holding the second and were required to photograph, measure, annual “We’re Looking for Trouble” 5K run/walk collect evidence, and draw a sketch of a and kids’ fun run. The 5K run starts at 9 a.m. and staged homicide crime scene. These stu- takes place on the new Three Notch Trail in Char- dents also were required to dust for finger- (Left to Right): Front Row: Jessica Herbert, Abigail Crim, Lakea Stewart, Cody Thompson, Jessica lotte Hall, Maryland. The race will begin from the prints, roll fingerprints, and complete a writ- Trossbach. Row Two: Marissa Emeigh, Nathan Seevers, George Delozier, Stephanie Wyant, Northern Senior Center. ten exam. Participating in this contest were Kristina Battenfield. Third Row: Brent Thorward, Billy Yost, Will Stone, Nikita Alleyne. Sheriff Cameron and Captain Black will even the teams of George Delozier, Lakea Stew- be emceeing the event, as seems appropriate since Seevers, and Jessica Trossbach. The team of SkillsUSA State Competition in Catonsville art, and Stephanie Wyant. A second team Delozier, Stewart and Wyant placed second, this March. the largest portion of the center’s referrals come consisted of Kristina Battenfield, Abigail from the sheriff’s office, typically as a result of do- and the team of Battenfield, Crim and Her- For more information about the Forrest Crim, and Jessica Herbert. The final group bert placed third. These two teams will join Center’s Criminal Justice, contact the school mestic disputes or incidences that do not result in members were Marissa Emeigh, Nathan criminal charges. Criminal Justice winner Will Stone at the at 301-475-0242. The Community Mediation Center of St. Mary’s was formed in 2001. As a local nonprofit, the Center provides free mediation and alternative “ALL VETS” dispute resolution services to the residents of South- PTSD ern Maryland. These services help the court system deal with overloaded dockets and individuals with SUPPORT interpersonal issues. “We provide mediation services but we also do GROUP meets the 2nd conflict resolution workshops,” said Bradley, add- and 4th Thursday of every month ing that volunteers at the center have also started at 6:00 PM at On Our Own of St. working with at-risk youth at Spring Valley Apart- Mary’s Wellness & Recovery Center ments on a weekly basis in an attempt to teach at 41660 Park Avenue, across from youths about alternatives to violence. Executive Suites Hotel in old town Bradley explained that aside from community Leonardtown. This is a veterans only referrals, the Center has also had a huge influx of group but all vets are welcome. Call peace order mediations. Judge E. Gregory Wells, 301-997-1066 for more info. Call Our Leasing who took the bench in October, has been extremely enthusiastic in referring these peace order cases to the Mediation Center. Double Office For Details Although this has added significantly to the center’s workload, Bradley said that the center’s Trouble growth had a positive effect on the community. “Mediation offers people an opportunity to talk… Recovery 301-737-0737 301-862-5307 so now that the community is finding out about the Support Group Apartments of WildeRidge mediation center and what we offer, I think they meets every Monday evening at 6 want an opportunity to experience it,” said Bradley, Wildewood Apartments p.m. at On Our Own of St. Mary’s Call For adding that the growing number of cases at the cen- Wellness & Recovery Center,41660 ter is prompting them to shoot for more fundraising Park Avenue, across from More Information this year. Executive Suites Hotel in old town “We’re moving for $20,000 so we can get Leonardtown. Call 301-997-1066 for Bella Bailey a larger grant,” said Bradley, explaining that the more info. funds raised satisfy the requirements of a matching Marketing & Leasing MGR. grant given to the Center from the Mediation and Conflict Resolution Office. Participants can pay a $20 pre-registration fee “GROWN UPS” for the “We’re Looking for Trouble” run/walk if they register before April 1, and $25 if they register Senior Support on the day of the race. The kid’s fun run will be for meets the last children 10 and under; the cost for registration is Group Wednesday of every month at 1 $10. p.m. at On Our Own of St. Mary’s “We had about 49 runners,” said Bradley of the Wellness and Recovery Center, First “Looking for Trouble” run. “We anticipated 41660 Park Avenue, across from more but it was a really cold day in March…but Executive Suites Hotel in old town we’re shooting high this year, and hoping for 200 Leonardtown. Call at 301-997-1066 racers,” she said. 23314 Surrey Way • California, Maryland 20619 for more info. Fax: 301-737-0853 • [email protected] The County Times Thursday, March 5, 2009 26

Today in St. Mary’s County CuisineCuisine we have many Healthy Bites wonderful options for dining out. Each week we & More will feature a local Healthy Fried restaurant and give our readers an overview of what Chicken From Healthy Bites they can enjoy on the menu The Oven, On The Menu at each location. Bon Appétit! Not Drivethru

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Olive oil cooking spray 2 large egg whites On The Vine 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt Wyndham Estates 2 cups Panko (Japanese-style) breadcrumbs 1 1/2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch Australian Wines cubes www.wyndhamestate.com Heat the oven to 450 F. Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray. George Wyndham became the father of Australian Shi- In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg whites, mustard and salt. In a shallow bowl or pie plate, spread the panko. raz after planting Australia’s first commercial Shiraz vineyard Add the chicken pieces to the egg white mixture and toss to in 1830. Wyndham Estates winemaking philosophy contin- coat. A few pieces at a time, transfer the chicken to the breadcrumbs ues in George’s proud legacy today offering soft, generous, and toss to thoroughly coat. ripe, flavorsome wines. Wyndham’s wine flagship brand is Transfer the breaded chicken pieces to the prepared baking the BIN range. These high quality wines reflect the intense sheet, arranging them close together but not touching. When all of the chicken is on the baking sheet, spritz them lightly with cooking fruit style which Wyndham Estate is famous for. spray. BIN 222 Chardonnay with fresh melon and peach aro- Bake for 15 minutes, then use a spatula or tongs to flip the mas; BIN 444 Cabernet Sauvignon with deep rich color and chicken pieces. Continue baking until golden brown and no longer full berry fruit and mint flavors; BIN 555 Shiraz with distinct, pink at the center, another 5 to 10 minutes. Serve hot. rich plum and pepper characteristics and BIN 999 Merlot dis- Nutrition information per serving (values are rounded to the nearest whole number): 143 calories; 11 calories from fat; 1 g fat (0 g plays flavorsome berry and cherry fruit are among the BIN saturated; 0 g trans fats); 49 mg cholesterol; 10 g carbohydrate; 22 g range. These wines are available locally at a tremendous protein; 0 g fiber; 339 mg sodium. value of under $9.00 per bottle. 27 Thursday, March 5, 2009 The County Times

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By Andrea Shiell The performance Staff Writer begins at 7:30 p.m. March 14 in St. Andrew’s As the Sanford Concert Series celebrates its 10th year, Church on Route 4 South. they will ring in this spring with the fresh, young voices of The audience will have the Maryland State Boy’s Choir March 14 in St. Andrew’s the opportunity to meet Church in California. the performers during This visit to St. Mary’s County will serve as an op- the reception immediate- portunity to share in their mission of fostering diversity in ly following the concert the community and teaching self-discipline and character, in the Parish Hall. but for such a prolific group with several choirs performing Tickets are $10 for more than 60 shows each year, this will also give Mary- adults and are $5 for land’s mother-county a taste of what other areas in the state children. Seating for this have enjoyed for years. performance is limited; What started in 1987 with 14 members has since blos- reservations are suggest- somed into a well-traveled group of 145 members perform- ed. Reservations can be ing in five different choirs grouped by musical ability. And made by contacting Sch- few other groups are as diverse as these boys, as they boast ramm at 301-862-9541. a set list that includes everything from medieval dirges to The Maryland State modern pop music. Boy’s Choir has per- “They do classical, Renaissance, secular and sacred, formed at many promi- from all periods… they really do run the gamut,” said Lyn nent venues including Schramm, who is handling reservations for the event. the White House, the Artistic Director Frank Cimino founded the choir in National Cathedral in 1987, inspired by what he saw as a lack of artistic opportuni- Washington D.C., St. ties for young boys in the community. Patrick’s Cathedral and Photo from marylandstateboychoir.org “I just had a vision that boys should have the same Holy Trinity Cathedral The Maryland State Boy’s Choir will be performing on March 14th at St. Andrew’s Church rights and exposure to the arts as girls,” he said, adding that in New York, the Ken- he has kept the mission of the choir clear since its incep- nedy Center, and throughout Maryland at venues including tion: to foster the boy choir tradition, celebrate diversity in the Baltimore Museum of Art, the Maryland Hall for the the community, and teach self-discipline while building self Creative Arts, the United States Naval Academy Chapel, esteem. the Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, the Lyric Opera House, the “I truly believe that the choir does more than teach them State House, the Governor’s Mansion, the College of Notre music, or the proper ways of singing… it helps them learn Dame of Maryland and Loyola College; and many other col- self-discipline, self-poise, and build character,” he said. leges and universities around the country.

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Thursday, March 5 First Friday Rock & Roll Sunday, March 8 Reception Dance - Social North End Gallery (Leonardtown) Margaret Brent High School Old Gymna- $100 + $20 Deep Stack – 5 p.m. sium – 8 p.m. All You Can Eat Breakfast 8 to 11 a.m. Valley Lee Fire House Valley Hold’Em Reception to celebrate Maryland’s All alumni and guests are invited. Proceeds 375th Anniversary, with cake and re- Lee, MD $8.00 ADULTS, $4.00 CHILDREN Donovan’s Irish Pub – 7:30 p.m. will benefit The Alumni Association. For info AGES 5-12, CHILDREN UNDER 5 – FREE Proceeds go to Family First of freshments. Call 301-475-3130 for more or tickets call L. Pilkerton at 301-475-9049 or information. Sponsored (and prepared) by the 2nd District Southern Maryland. Call 443-975-1591 301-475-8105. Fire Dept. & Rescue Squad Auxiliary For for more information. more information contact: Darlene Johnson at First Friday in Fundraiser 240-434-1095. Billy Breslin @ Fundraiser supporting the St. Mary’s Leonardtown County Juvenile Drug Court Program at the Leonardtown Square – 5 p.m. Sundays in the Park Cheeseburger in Paul Hall Center in Piney Point. Social Hour Tour shops, galleries, restaurants Knott Lodge, Greenwell State Park – 1 at 6 p.m., Dinner at 7 p.m. Silent Auction at 8 and more, with live music, book sign- p.m. Paradise p.m. Dancing at 9 p.m. Cost is $35 a person For Wildewood Shopping Center – 6 ings, poetry readings, etc. Visit www. Register for camps, sign up for kayak les- p.m. leonardtownfirstfridays.com for more tickets contact Carl Franzen at 301-862-2222 sons and trips, and learn about all the other great information. programs at Greenwell State Park. Visit www. greenwellfoundation.org or call 301-373-9775 Ladies Night Cheerleading for more information. Country Store Bar (Leonardtown) CSM Connections: Open House – 7 p.m. Maryland Superstarz All-Star Cheerlead- ½ price drinks for ladies from 7 – 9 Marble Mountain ing is holding a FREE Open House for children FOP-7 Poker Leader Board p.m. CSM Leonardtown, Building A, Auditorium – 7:30 p.m. ages 4 – 18, from , 3 to 5 p.m. For more in- Challenge Local author Wayne Karlin to read formation please contact Lisa Shaw, co-owner, FOP-7, Chancellor’s Run Road – 2 p.m. Blonde Ambition excerpts from his seventh novel, “Mar- Unique Sports Academy, 109D Post Office For more info or questions contact fop7mary- Corbels Fine Dining & Spirits ble Mountain.” Admission $3. Call Road, Waldorf, Maryland at 301-861-6535 or [email protected] or call 301-863-6007. (Leonardtown) – 7:30 p.m. 301-934-7864 or 301-870-3008 for more e-mail marylandsuperstarz@hotmail. Visit our Acoustic duo Patty Dorsch and information. web site at http://www.uniquesportsacademy. Sheila Mattingly playing pop, rock, com/. Karaoke Night Applebee’s (California) – 9 p.m. blues, and jazz. “The Music of Spring” Art reflecting the sounds of Nature Basket Bingo and Music from 5 - 8 p.m. for Leonar- Sponsored by Ladies Workout Ex- dtown’s First Friday. Call for Entries. Lenten Seafood Dinners press Relay for Life Team to benefit 301-904-2532 for info. Show is at Shel- Immaculate Heart of Mary Church located Lenten Seafood Din- American Cancer Society Mechanics- by’s Creative Custom Framing and Art on Three Notch Road in Lexington Park will host ners @ The Knights Of ville Fire Department Hall. Doors open located in Bldg. 2 at the MD. Antique its annual Lenten Seafood Dinners beginning Fri- St. Jerome’s Hall Dam- at 6 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Admis- Center, 26005 Point Lookout Rd. Leon- day February 27th – April 3rd, from 4:30 – 7 p.m. eron, Md from now thru sion $20 per person includes 1 admission ardtown, MD 20650. Show runs March ticket and 1 pack of cards for 20 games; thru April. Carryout will be available. Prices will range form April 3 11 a.m.. To 7 p.m. additional cards are $5 per pack. Kids $7 - $14. Children meals available – children un- Dine-In Or Carry Out Or- must purchase an admission ticket and der three eat FREE. For more information call ders For More Info. Call: be accompanied by a paying adult. Con- Saturday, March 7 301-863-8144. 301-872-4566 cessions will be available, 20 door prizes, specials throughout the evening, a raffle and a 50/50 drawing. The Worx, The baskets to be won are genuine Longaberger baskets, however, are no DJ Rob & Full Steam way endorsed by the Longaberger Com- Hotel Charles (Hughesville) – 9 LIBRARY ANNOUNCEMENTS pany. All baskets will come with protec- p.m. tors, Bath & Body products and other The Worx w/DJ Rob playing dur- surprises. An ing intermissions in the Party Room. Free online homework help Libraries celebrate Dr. Full Steam in the Front Bar. Cover Charge. Call 301-274-4612 for more now available Seuss’s birthday information. The library now offers free online home- Children of all ages will enjoy stories, Friday, March 6 work help daily from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. for activities, and songs related to Dr. Seuss when third grade students and higher. HelpNow! the libraries celebrate his 105th birthday on Celtic Music with Dan Harbin & Provides live expert tutors in all core subjects Mar. 7 at 10 a.m. at both Charlotte Hall and including AP courses. A writing lab, foreign Leonardtown. The programs are free but reg- Richard Wagner language lab, and a skills building component istration is required. Captain John Toot’s Bar (Hollywood) – 8 p.m. The Brewing Grounds Café (Leon- are also available. This new service can be An evening storytime for all ages will ardtown) – 6:30 p.m. accessed by clicking on HelpNow! at www. be held at 6:30 tonight at Lexington Park No Limit Texas stmalib.org. A library card is required. and tomorrow night at Charlotte Hall and Leonardtown. Texas Hold’Em Hold’Em “Bounty” Activities planned for teens Tournament Tournament Teen Tech Week is March 8-14. Several The biggest Friends Book VFW Post 2632 (23282 Three Notch St. Mary’s County Elk’s Lodge – 3 special teen programs are scheduled. Deb Road) – 7 p.m. p.m. Daniel from Discover U Children’s Museum Sale ever is planned For more information or to pre- Call 240-925-5697 (Linda) for more will conduct a class on designing a computer The Friends of the Library will hold their register contact Brian: Email: poker@ information. game using Scratch from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. annual book sale Mar. 13-15 in three buildings vfw2632.com, Cell: 240-925-4000. on Mar. 9 at Charlotte Hall, on Mar. 11 at Lex- at the County Fairgrounds. The book sale will ington Park, and on Mar. 12 at Leonardtown. be open on Friday evening, Mar. 13, from 5 Teens will have fun experimenting with ava- p.m. to 8 p.m. for Friends members only with tar creation in a class to be held on Mar. 11 membership available at the door. The sale from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Lexington Park. is open to the public on Sat, Mar. 14 from 10 These free classes are for teens ages 12 years a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sun, Mar. 15 from noon What’s and older and do require registration since until 4:30 p.m. space is limited. Donations of good used books, audios Teen Gaming Fun is planned at Leonar- and puzzles can be dropped off at the fair- dtown from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Mar. 10. grounds on Sat, Mar. 7 from 9 a.m. to noon, Teens can challenge fellow teens to Wii and Mon, Mar. 9 through Wed, Mar. 11 from 10 other games. Snacks will be provided. Please a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Thurs, Mar. 12 from 10 register for this free program. a.m. to 5 p.m. To volunteer to help before, during or after the sale, please contact Carol Going On Moody at 240-725-0051 The County Times Thursday, March 5, 2009 30 B Midas auto & truck center TheThe MerchantsMerchants MIDAS Dealer for 25 Years 21544 Great Mills Rd Under New 1 Mile South of Gate 2 on March Money Management Md. Rt 246 – Great Mills Rd. of Great Mills Rd 301-862-9501 saving specials of Great Mills Rd LIFETIME GUARANTEED Call for appt or just stop in! BRAKE PADS OR SHOES • Free Brake Inspection Wish to thank their loyal customers *Please Mention Ad $ 95 per axle • Installation extra • Nationwide • Brakes 39 Ceramic pads extra Additional parts and labor extra. Additional shop supply fee for their continued support! Lifetime • Exhaust may be charged, where permitted by law. Lifetime guaran- tee valid for as long as you own your car. 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But then that’s Robe of ‘most lewd & St. Mary’s County Genealogical Society, true regardless of religious profligate lives’, men that affiliation. have been presented and Charles County Genealogical Society, Reverend John Donald- fined for ‘drunkeness Maryland Historical Society, and the son was born in Scotland prior and swearing’, & are Maryland Genealogical Society. She to 1688. He came to Maryland carrying on the inter- about 1712 and after two brief est of the Devil and his has authored many books and appointments elsewhere, he Dominion with all their articles on local history. We hope was inducted as rector of King might, among the number you will enjoy these articles and and Queen Parish of St. Mary’s of which was Mr. James County in 1715 where he would Williamson, Rector of welcome your comments and serve until his death in 1748. All Saints’ and Mr. John suggestions for future In 1722, one of the English church Donaldson, rector of subjects. representatives described Rev. Donald- William and Mary Par- son as “A Grand Tory and a Rake.” In Rev. ish, the former of which Donaldson’s defense, he did receive a slightly his own parishoners de- better evaluation than Rev. James Williamson, sign to petition against By Linda Reno Rector of All Saint’s Parish in Calvert County, to my Lord of London. I Contributing Writer who was described as “An Idiot and a Tory.” have a large field of dis- Rev. William Maconchie, Rector of Port To- course open before me In 1689 John Coode, Henry Jowles, John bacco and Durham Parishes in Charles County, on this melancholy sub- Campbell, Nehemiah Blackistone, and Nin- seemed to have fared best of all as it was stated ject, but must beg of you ian Beall successfully led a protestant rebel- only that he was “A mighty stickler for the pres- to conceal what I offer lion to capture St. Mary’s City and take over ent establishment.” from the Bp. of London, Maryland’s government. All Catholics were In 1724 Rev. 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Christmas in April is right around the corner, Chasen seeks out grant funding each year to and volunteers with carpentry skills are needed to support the program, and this year she attained a make this 19th annual National Rebuilding Day in $7,500 grant from the “Heroes at Home” program St. Mary’s County a success. funded by Sears Holding Corporation. “We’re going to need a lot of skilled people The funds are going toward repairs for an 85- this year,” said Mary Ann Chasen, executive di- year-old widow of a veteran who served in WWII, rector of Christmas in April St. Mary’s County. Korea and Vietnam. Her home has a list of repairs “We’ve never done so many roof jobs before.” needed, including a new lift chair to take her up- Chasen works with program organizers and stairs where her only bathroom is located. board members all year preparing for the rebuild- There are also funds in the federal budget se- ing day, which is April 25 this year, soliciting cured by Congressman Steny Hoyer (D. Md 5th) funds and preparing a list of worthy recipients. for the Rebuilding Together program in Southern A total of 22 homes are on the list to re- Maryland. ceive much-needed repairs and upgrades, from Chasen was not certain how much of the roofs and windows to wheelchair ramps and $285,000 line item is earmarked for St. Mary’s weatherization. County projects, and representatives with Hoyer’s Christmas is April is a local chapter of the office did not return calls for comment on the pro- national organization Rebuilding Together, which gram this week. is focused on improving accessibility and mobil- “If we are going to get some of that, well ity for low income, elderly homeowners. that’s wonderful,” Chasen said of the earmarked “When we first started when didn’t take on funds secured by Congressman Hoyer. many heavy-duty repairs, maybe we did six roofs Persons interested in volunteers for … now on the homes we’re doing a lot more in- the rebuilding day can contact Chasen at Submitted Photo tense repairs,” Chasen said. 301.863.2905. Volunteers with the St. Mary’s County Christmas in April program make much needed repairs. The County Times Thursday, March 5, 2009 34 Pax River Silver Stars Tennis Registration Open for Try-Outs League Adult Indoor Soccer Coming up The Pax River Silver Stars AAU Seeks basketball team will have try-outs for Residents of St. Mary’s County are both 15 and Under and 16 and Under Players girls’ basketball teams March 8 in the invited to register for Adult Indoor Soccer. Carver Recreation Center in Lexing- United States Tennis Associa- ton Park. The tryouts will run from 2 tion (USTA) is looking for 2.5 or 3.0 – 4 p.m. and the try-out fee is $14, the men and women to play in the 6.0 Ages: 18 and up price of an AAU membership. For mixed adult USTA league. Matches Registration Dates: Thursdays, March 5 and 12 More information, please contact Sa- vannah Webb at 301-737-1792 or via begin in early March, run approxi- · Location: Leonard Hall Recreation Center e-mail at [email protected]. mately 2 months and are held on · Time: 7 – 9 p.m. weekends. If interested, contact · Cost: $550 per team with shirts; $490 per team without shirts; $55 per individual Marisa Mansueti at goliathscout@ Game Dates: Co-Ed Competitive – Thursdays yahoo.com or Karolyn Clarke at Co-Ed Recreational – Thursdays [email protected]. Ospreys 10U Men’s Competitive – Tuesdays Four Mixed 7.0 teams have Men’s Recreational – Tuesdays formed - captains are Ray Gagnon, Women’s 16 & up – Tuesdays Softball Team Gary Richard, Doug Bellis & Jason · Time: 6 – 10:30 p.m. Wynn. Contact these team captains · Location: Leonard Hall Recreation Center, Leonardtown or the St Mary’s USTA League Co- · Information: Kenny Sothoron at 301-475-1800 ext. 1830 Looking for ordinator - Ms. Mai Liem Slade - [email protected]. Players Matches are at Cecil Park Sun- days (Mixed 7.0) and Saturdays Additional Registration Information The Southern Maryland Ospreys (Mixed 6.0). 10 and Under fast pitch softball team Currently, there is no Mixed 1. Mail in registrations will be accepted from March 5 – March 12. is currently looking for players of all 8.0 league in St Mary’s County, but 2. Mail to: Recreation & Parks, P.O. Box 653, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Any registrations received positions to try out for the team. For there is still time to form teams and after March 12 risk being placed on a waiting list and/or not being assigned to a team. more information, contact League create a league. Contact Mai Liem 3. You may download a form from Manager Jim Sewell 301-904-1654 or Slade, if interested. http://www.co.saint-marys.md.us/recreate/Forms/FormD.pdf . [email protected] 4. You may also call 301-475-4200 ext 1800 to have one sent to you. 35 Thursday, March 5, 2009 The County Times High School Basketball Sp rts Knights Tame Lions Before Losing To DeMatha By Chris Stevens “we’re almost unstoppable.” was my last time playing in this gym, I Staff Writer Sirin capped a huge first half with a have a lot of great memories and I wanted three-pointer from the top of the key that to go out with a win.” The St. Mary’s Ryken boys’ basket- finished off a 27-6 second quarter run to ball team had a season of ups and downs, give Ryken an 18-point cushion at the half. Saturday afternoon at Gallaudet but their home schedule ended on a more Not to be outdone, Sonmez caught a full- University, the Knights would come up positive note. court pass from Kai Smith and nailed a against DeMatha Catholic, one of the more Led by Gokhan Sirin’s 27 points and three-pointer at the end of the third period storied basketball programs in the country Gorkem Sonmez’s 17, the eighth-seeded for a 58-35 Ryken lead. (“We know we’re going to have our hands Knights refused to see their season end “Those two are gym rats, we’ve been full,” Tallman said Thursday evening) and on their home floor, pounding number waiting for a night where they both were would not be intimidated. nine seed Archbishop Carroll 73-51 Feb. on,” Tallman said. “It happened tonight.” Going into the fourth quarter, Ryken 26th in a Washington Catholic Conference The Knights avoided a repeat of last trailed by one point (33-32), but the sec- play-in game. year, when St. John’s held them scoreless ond-seeded Stags advanced to the “I think the guys were too psyched up in overtime on their way to a 43-35 WCAC semi-finals with a 22-10 early on, but we came out great, this was play-in victory, and Buck, the team fourth quarter scoring edge, close to a complete game for us,” said head leader, wanted to make sure there winning the game 55-42. The coach Dave Tallman. would be no similar occurrences Knights got balanced scoring The Knights were never as seriously in 2009. as three players – Smith, Si- challenged as Sirin and Sonmez, the two “This win was good for the rin and Sonmez – scored eight Turkish transfer students who dominated program and it was good for the points while Kamaron Barker, the overmatched Lions with deft outside team to come out focused and Traveon Graham, Elijah Mat- shooting and strong finishes around get the win,” Buck thews and Buck added six, five, four the basket. said. “This and three points respectively. Photo By Frank Marquart “When those two are on,” The Knights ended their season with St. Mary’s Ryken’s Gorkem Sonmez fires a pass over Carroll’s senior guard R.J. Buck said, a record of 12-17. Stephane Manga. Ryken Girls Scare Holy Cross Before Falling By Chris Stevens Staff Writer

WASHINGTON – The right mix of youth and ex- perience was almost enough for the St. Mary’s Ryken girls’ basketball team in their Washington Catholic Athletic Conference quarterfinal game Saturday afternoon. However, the Academy of Holy Cross used their own overwhelming experience to their advantage and outlasted the Knights 58- 49 at Gonzaga College High School, advancing to the WCAC semi-finals. The Knights advanced to Satur- day’s showdown by pounding 10th seed Bishop Ireton 57-30 Feb. 26 at home. “I thought we gave a great effort and we matched up well with them,” said head coach Tara Everly. “We just couldn’t get in sync and we couldn’t finish.” The seventh-seeded Knights, who finished their season at 9-15, were led by senior forward Erin Leddy’s 16 points and played the second-seed- ed Tartans tough for three and a half quarters. Ryken also got 11 points from Katie McCormick and nine from Diana Logan in the losing effort. “They played with more intensity than we did in that quarter,” Leddy said of the 14-4 run the Tarts went on to close the game out. “We had some bad passes and we just didn’t make Photo By Frank Marquart Photo By Frank Marquart shots.” Erin Leddy’s 16 points almost lifted Ryken to an upset, but In the early going, Ryken surprised the Knights fell to Holy Cross 58-49 Saturday. The Knights’ Kai Holy Cross with an evenly-played first quar- “We’ve never made it past this round, so hopefully Smith is fouled on a ter, capped by Molly Grund’s three-pointer in the cor- we can do that,” said Hunter, who will be a junior next lay-up attempt by ner with seven seconds to go that gave the Knights a season. “This is definitely motivation for us.” the Lions’ Darrin 14-11 lead. Holy Cross fought back to take a three-point Leddy, who played her last basketball game as Robinson in advantage (26-23) at intermission, but the determined a Knight, looked back on the experience with fond the first half of Knights kept coming. memories. Thursday’s game. McCormick’s three-pointer from the left corner “It has been a bumpy ride since freshman year, but three minutes into the fourth gave Ryken its last lead at it’s one of the best memories I have, I love all of my 45-44, but led by 18 points from Tyonna Williams and teammates,” she said of her four years on varsity and 12 from Natasha Thames, the Tarts forced eight turn- her close bond with the girls she has played with. overs in the final minutes and advanced to the semi- “I think we grew together as a team this season, finals, a round Knights guard Zakiya Chambers-Hunter and I’m happy with the way the girls played today,” hopes her team has the talent to see next year. Everly added. The County Times Thursday, March 5, 2009 36 un Sp rts Honey has been used both as a centre for golf balls and in antifreeze mixtures. Fact The m o r F SPORTS High School Sports Schedule 03/05/09-03/11/09 Snow Snow, DESKIf the four of the five teams (Chopticon Friday March 6 Go Away and Great Mills squared off in the girls’ tour- ney Wednesday night) from the county are Wrestling By Chris Stevens still standing come Thursday morning, the MPSSAA Wrestling State Tournament at University of Maryland-College Park Staff Writer Maryland Public Secondary School Athletic Association (whew, that’s a lot to say and type) Saturday March 7 Coming from Northern Delaware, border- will send them to their next destination THAT ing on Pennsylvania and New Jersey, I’m all night. Wrestling too familiar with snowstorms and bitter tem- In order to keep the state semi-finals on MPSSAA Wrestling State Tournament at University of Maryland-College Park peratures like what hit St. Mary’s County ear- schedule at Maryland-College Park (boys) lier this week. and Maryland-Baltimore County (girls), the So much so, that when I went outside to regional playoff games will be played on con- Great Mills Swimming clean the white stuff off my car Monday morn- secutive nights until the March 12 semi-fi- ing, I did so without a jacket, hat or gloves, nals, which potentially means a three games Pool Announces Aqua and my neighbors, who were bundled up to the in three nights gauntlet is being thrown at any max while either cleaning off their own cars or team across the state that has championship Aerobics Classes round aspirations. watching their kids run around, cast a glance at The Great Mills Swimming Pool has announced the addition of two Now, I’m sure many are thinking “what is me as though I should be in rehab for substance new Aqua Aerobics classes. Beginning March 2 there will be a “Wake-up abuse. three games in three nights? It’s not that bad.” Workout” class from 6 – 7 a.m. offered Mondays and Wednesdays. For Such is life in a place where winters, from Well, considering the local teams will more those interested in jumpstarting their day, why not try this aqua aerobics what I’ve been told, are relatively calm, and than likely battle opponents from other parts program? The benefits are numerous from cardiovascular benefits, to meet- that is why the boys and girls basketball play- of the state (not exactly regular opponents), ing new friends, to even starting a new lifestyle. Call 301-866-6560 for more offs have been delayed until Wednesday night you have no time to practice or prepare for a information or drop by in person. The pool is located right next to Great – no school means no games of course. That foreign opponent, and with that type of cir- Mills High School on Great Mills road. could be a bit of a problem for the St. Mary’s cumstance, you can get caught slipping easy County Public School teams who were fortu- and start the spring sports season quicker than More information about all of the programs at the Great Mills Pool is nate enough to earn first-round byes in their you anticipated. available at http://www.stmarysmd.com/recreate/facilities/swimmingpool.asp respective regions. Mother Nature has a good sense of hu- When the regional quarterfinal games -fi mor about this sort of thing. Due to the region nally tipped off Wednesday night, the Chopti- being hit so hard by snow, a lot of basketball con boys and Great Mills girls basketball teams playoffs will be delayed some days, with most (both Number Three seeds in the Class 3A state championships being decided about the SPECIAL NOTE: South Region) had not seen game action in a middle of the month. So while the snow has week, while the Leonardtown girls (third seed become a nuisenance for us non-athletes, All high school, recreational and youth league coach- the basketball players will get a true taste of in the 4A East region) did not a play a game for March Madness. For that, we can let Mother es, if you would like the scores, statistics and stand- two weeks in between. That kind of layoff in a Nature slide – just this once. ings from your respective games and leagues to be game that relies on tempo and a fast start like basketball can be dangerous for a team that’s published, contact Chris Stevens at 301-373-4125 or Any comments about this week’s From at [email protected] trying to shake off the rust from not having The Sports Desk? Contact Chris Stevens held practices, let alone a game for a week or at [email protected] and share more. your thoughts about this week’s column.

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The women’s lacrosse The Seahawks (9-3, 3-0 CAC) scored five runs in the sixth in- team will hold its inaugu- ning and the game-winner in the seventh to overcome a 5-0 deficit ral Breast Cancer Aware- en route to their 6-5 victory in the first game. St. Mary’s followed ness lacrosse game against up with a 6-4 win in the nightcap, with three runs in the sixth to McDaniel College March erase Mary Washington’s 4-3 lead. 7 at 1 p.m. in the Seahawk Freshman closer Matt Siciliano (Ardmore, Pa./Lower Merion) Stadium at SMCM. The recorded two saves to bring his season total to four. game will be played in re- In the first game, freshman RHP Eric Gronbeck (Owings, membrance of Christine Md./Northern) pitched just 1.0 inning to pick up the first collegiate A. DeWitt, of Frederick. win of his career, facing four batters with one walk. DeWitt was the moth- Mary Washington (3-3, 0-3 CAC) rushed out a 5-0 lead after er of a player coached by three innings as the Eagles scored four runs on four hits and one Reber, who lost her life Seahawk error. to breast cancer last year. The Seahawks capitalized on three UMW errors and connect- The lacrosse team will col- ed on six hits, including three doubles, as the visitors exploded for lect donations for “Climb six runs in the final two innings of the first half of the twin bill. for Hope,” a division of This week’s Capital Athletic Conference (CAC) Player-of-the- breast cancer research that Week, senior Andrew Cox (Orlando, Fla.) suffered his first loss of DeWitt supported. They the season, pitching the complete game, allowing six runs (only aim to raise over $3,000. two earned) on eight hits with five strikeouts and four walks. Cash donations are also The pitching victory in the second game went to the aptly welcome. For more infor- named freshman RHP Mike Victory (Westford, Mass./Westford mation about the game and Photo Courtesy of SMCM Academy) (2-0), who threw 4.0 innings of relief allowing one run activities, contact Reber at The St. Mary’s College of Maryland’s women’s lacrosse team will raise money for breast cancer on two hits. 240-895-3304 or klreber@ research during the March 7th game against McDaniel College at SMCM. The contest was tied 3-3 after the first inning before the Eagles smcm.edu. broke the deadlock with a run in the fifth as junior Will Wright (St. “Climb for Hope” was organized tion has raised over $550,000 for a vac- dress some of the most aggressive Louis, Mo.) singled to score junior Seamus Bergen (Fredericks- to raise and channel funds toward tar- cine being developed at Johns Hopkins and lethal forms of breast cancer, but burg, Va.) who lead off the inning wit ha single to center field. geted and promising research in the University by Dr. Leisha Emens. This the research is expected to promote St. Mary’s three runs in the sixth resulted from junior center- fight against breast cancer. Its mission research will one day allow patients to treatment advances for many forms of fielder Jacen Killebrew’s (La Plata, Md./La Plata) walk with bases is to find a viable treatment for breast successfully battle the disease using cancer. loaded and senior third baseman Blake Beaudoin’s (Damascus, cancer within the next three years. a specialized vaccine in conjunction For more information on Md./Damascus) two-run double down the right field line. In the past two years, the organiza- with lower doses of chemotherapy. “Climb for Hope,” visit www.climb- Senior RHP Wes Hayden (Burlington, Vt./Burr & Burton Not only does the vaccine ad- forhope.com. Academy) took the loss for the Eagles as Hayden (1-1) threw a complete game and gave up six runs on 10 hits with six strikeouts and four walks. Sophomore shortstop Matt Baden (Sunderland, Md./Hunting- town) led the Seahawk offense on Seahawks Men’s Lacrosse the day with a 4-for-7 effort at the plate, including a triple, two runs and an RBI, while sopho- Blows by Dickinson, 9-2 more DH Brad Orioles To Potomac, Md. – Five goals in the fourth quar- third period with his first tally of the season. Junior attack- S h e p h e r d ter propelled the St. Mary’s College of Mary- man Chris Dodson (Bethesda, Md./Landon) brought the (Columbia, Give Fans Free land men’s lacrosse team to a dominant 9-2 Red Devils within 4-2 at 7:35 as Dodson completed a feed Md./Oak- victory over Dickinson College in non-con- from junior defenseman Chris Breslin (Garden City, N.Y./ land Mills) ference action Saturday afternoon at the Bul- Garden City). went 3- Birthday Tickets lis School. St. Mary’s exploded for five unanswered goals in the for-3 with BALTIMORE (AP) _ The Orioles want fans to celebrate their Sophomore attackmen Dennis Rosson fourth stanza as Burns and Rosson both scored a pair, while a double, birthdays at Camden Yards _ so much so that they’re giving away (Severna Park, Md./Severn) and Sam Burns Alexander assisted on three of them. Freshman middie Billy a run and free tickets. (Potomac, Md./T.S. Wootton) along with Scheurer (Telford, Pa./Souderton Area) netted the final goal an RBI. The team announced Tuesday that any fan can get a free ticket to a game during the month of his or her birthday _ unless the Ori- sophomore midfielder Chris Morihlatko of the game at 3:06 for his first collegiate goal. oles are playing the Yankees or Red Sox. New York and Boston are (Arnold, Md./Broadneck) each scored two St. Mary’s edged the Red Devils, 36-33, but Dickinson the only opponents that have consistently drawn sellout crowds to goals to lead the Seahawk offense. posted a 29-25 margin in ground balls. Camden Yards in recent years. St. Mary’s (1-1) went ahead 2-0 after the Senior face-off specialist Marc DiPasquale (Fallston, first 15 minutes as Morihlatko found the back Md./Boys’ Latin) won 8-of-15 face-offs to give the Se- The tickets being given away are for seats in the upper of the net with a pair of unassisted goals. ahawks the edge. part of the third deck, which cost $8 to $15. The Seahawks took a 3-1 lead into half- Sophomore Pat Simpson (Arnold, Md./Broadneck) re- Fans can register their birthdays online at time as sophomore attackman Chris Becraft corded 20 saves, including eight in the second period, and orioles.com/birthdays and receive a voucher for a free (Rockville, Md./Good Counsel) scored for St. scooped up a game-high four ground balls in lifting St. birthday ticket. People with birthdays from January Mary’s at 11:08. Senior middie Clark Appleby Mary’s to the win. Senior Russell Matthews (Chestertown, through March can get a ticket to an April (Chevy Chase, Md./Bullis) helped Dickinson (1-1) Md./Kent County) turned away 13 shots in the loss. game, and those born between October avoid the shutout with an unassisted goal at 8:12. St. Mary’s will return to action March 7 when the Se- and December can go to a Junior captain Ryan Alexander (Laurel, Md./Pallotti) ahawks take on No. 9 Roanoke College in non-conference September game. gave the Seahawks a three-goal cushion 1:42 to start the action at 2 p.m. in Salem, Va. 39 Thursday, March 5, 2009 The County Times Sp rts Leonardtown Athlete Chooses Towson for College

Photo Courtesy of Hank Evitts Surrounded by her mother Eleanor, father Barry, and various Leonardtown high school coaches and administrators, Alex Evitts signs her letter of intent to play women’s soccer at Towson University.

By Chris Stevens year Emily Gehrig will suit up for the Lady Staff Writer Tigers as well in the fall. Evitts says her ideas of what her major Originally, Alex Evitts was not focused will be in college “change every week. I was on playing NCAA Division I women’s soccer considering anything from business to physi- until after the Leonardtown girls’ soccer team cal therapy. It took me so long to pick a col- wrapped up their second state title in three lege I haven’t even thought about majors till seasons this past November. recently.” “[It] wasn’t really on my mind till late A soccer player since the age of five, last year after our season was over; so my op- Evitts credits the game and sports as a whole tions became very limited by the time I made for her athletic and social development, help- my mind up to switch my decision,” Evitts ing her get to the point of accepting a scholar- admitted. ship to college. Still, Towson University offered her a “Sports have prepared me for the next scholarship to play soccer and attend school chapter in my life in so many ways. In the big- there, and Evitts signed her letter of intent last gest way it is helping me pay for college to month to seal the deal. help… set myself up,” she said. “High school Evitts, a defensive standout on the Raid- sports have prepared me for collegiate level ers’ Class 4A State Championship team and athletics, plus they have taught me leadership a standout indoor track athlete, admits that and teamwork that can help me in all aspects Towson wasn’t her first choice, but the offer of my life.” of a scholarship and a chance to stay close to The memories from high school that she home were too great to ignore. plans to keep with her even while in college “My scholarship made the choice easier. I are the championship successes of the Raider want to play college soccer and Towson seems girls’ soccer team and the friendships that to be the best fit for me,” she said. “I know I formed while they were on their bountiful am truly blessed for this opportunity and can’t journey. wait for my new experiences next year.” “I love how close we all become during Evitts will see at least one familiar face the season and it is the best feeling accom- at Towson - her Raider teammate Southern plishing such a big thing with some of your Maryland Athletic Conference player of the best friends,” Evitts said. THURSDAY Ryken MARCH 5, 2009 Dunks CarrollPage 35

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