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Anti-Racism Policy

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Cause of Overdose

Changes Proposed
to Animal Ordinance

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School Board Jettisons Anti-Racism Policy

Post Says It’s Redundant
By Dick Myers State Board of Education and Comar have port from the mission statement and are
Staff Writer well-established anti-racism and anti-dis- now intending to remove the anti-racism
crimination policies and regulations that are policy, we are left to draw our own conclu-
A large crowd rallied outside the Calvert strictly enforced across all school districts. sions about why these actions were taken.
County Public Schools administrative office Additional policies are redundant.” We clearly see it’s a political and not evi-
on Aug. 7 to protest the school board’s antici- It is typically board policy to post any dence-based decision. It’s not a decision that
pated elimination of the system’s anti-racism policy changes for 30 days for public review would move us closer, from a good school
policy from the code of conduct distributed and comment before a vote. In this particular system to a great school system. So, we must
to students at the start of every school year. case, the board voted and then Post said it also conclude that if you are against diver-
Instead, before they had a chance to speak would be circulated for 30 days. sity, you must be for exclusion. That means
in support of the anti-racism policy, the There’s a speaker limit of 30 for public certain children who may have disabilities
school board unanimously voted to elimi- comment, and the sign-up sheet was packed. or (are) not of the majority race will be
nate the policy. Most, but not all, decried the board decision. excluded from the best education possible.”
School Board President Jana Post said, “I Calvert Branch of the NAACP President Physician Sylvia Baraby said, “The board
would like to be sure and make it clear that Debra Harris spoke on behalf of the local, members have bought the MAGA (Make
we have a discrimination policy in place that state, and national NAACP. She said, “These America Great Again) line that anti-racism
covers all forms of illegal discrimination. actions taken without transparent explana- and honoring the lives of all children and
So having a separate anti-racism policy is tion or public engagement send a troubling families in Calvert harms the white pop- School board member Paul Harrison
redundant, first and foremost. message to the students, families, and edu- ulation. MAGA seeks to maintain white
“But second, it sends the message that cators who have long advocated for equita- supremacy by dividing our people with tolerate the values and structures that perpetu-
we are elevating one form of discrimination ble and inclusive education environments. fearmongering, book banning, limiting free ate systemic racism.”
over all of the other forms of discrimination. Efforts to create an inclusive school sys- speech for faculty, and denying access to safe But Marian Canning said, “Nobody who
And that simply is not the fact. All illegal tem where all students feel supported and spaces for our students. Let’s face it, ulti- wants the anti-racism policy removed is
forms of discrimination we recognize, and affirmed regardless of race, ethnicity, back- mately, MAGA would like to replace public arguing against protecting students from
we want to make sure that we are adhering ground, or identity are not political agendas. education altogether with charter schools racism or discrimination. In fact, it’s quite
to all of the laws at all times.” They are essential components for safe and and parochial schools funded by taxes using the opposite. We have a legal and moral
Board Vice President Lisa Grenis said, effective learning environment. Removing vouchers, education savings accounts, and obligation to protect students from unfair
“We can all agree that racism in any form language that acknowledge racism. supports taxpayer funded scholarships.” treatment based on their race. And these
is wrong and cannot be tolerated. Since the DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) and Pamela Cousins, former board president commitments are reflected in our non-dis-
passage of the Civil Rights Act in 1964, all affirms equity, undermines years of progress, and one of the architects of the anti-rac- crimination and equity policies.
forms of racism and discrimination have and marginalizes communities that histori- ism policy, said 586 people have signed a “The issue isn’t whether we should fight
been against the law. At the state level, cally and currently face systematic barriers.” change.org petition “to challenge racism in racism. We absolutely should. The real ques-
the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights Michael Hawkins, also with the NAACP, Calvert County.” tion is how we do it? The CCPS anti-racism
investigates and enforces anti-racism and said, “Without explanation from the board Cousins said, “Fun fact, for anyone who policy and the broader concept of anti-rac-
anti-discrimination laws, and the Maryland as to why you removed diversity and sup- didn’t know, Maryland has 24 school dis- ism itself represents a radicalized approach
tricts. Guess how many have intentionally to equity, one that uses racial discrimina-
placed public comment at the end of their tion as a tool for redistributing resources
action items on their agenda? Two, Calvert and opportunities.”
and Washington counties and both just coin- She said of the belief that the only remedy
cidentally changed to this unacceptable for present discrimination is future discrimi-
move to silence the public.” nation, “That is not equality. That is not jus-
Diane O’Leary said, “We began this meet- tice. That’s institutionalizing discrimination
ing with the Pledge of Allegiance, with lib- under a new label.”
erty and justice for all and that means all, not Former Calvert County Republican
just the whites among us. There’s nothing Central Committee chair Ella Ennis also
more American than that. All men are created spoke in support of the board’s action.
equal from the Declaration of Independence. At the end of the public comment, the
There’s nothing more American than that. audience was still audible, and Post ordered
Our students need to be taught this. Our staff the sheriff’s department to clear the room
needs to abide by this, and it means that white of guests.
supremacy is anti-American because that’s Later, board member Paul Harrison said,
insane that we are not all created equal.” “I think it’s sad, because I have a tremendous
She added, “Racism is still widespread in respect for everyone. I’ve raised my kids the
this county, and it does impede the learning same way. But I think what you have to under-
of many of our students. So, our first duty stand is that we were elected by the citizens of
as a public school system is to teach our Calvert County, and I was elected by 27,000
It’s SUMMER READING TIME students to be good citizens and they’re not
going to be good citizens unless they believe
citizens of Calvert County. So. someone
tonight said that there were 586 people that
this liberty and justice for all.” made some comment on change.org. That’s
Activities Challenges Great Prizes Former board president Inez Capone, for- great. But change.org happens on election day.
Programs & Events And more for all ages! merly Inez Claggett, said, “And I am here It doesn’t happen over the internet. It happens
to implore you not merely to request, but to on election day. So, if you want to get out and
demand that you reverse your action to remove you want to support people who run against
Visit your library to keep reading and learning Policy 1018 on anti-racism. The decision to me or whatever, do it. That’s democracy.
all summer long. even revisit this policy early is a betrayal of That’s the process. But I was elected by 27,000
the fundamental values that schools claim to Calvert County citizens on a platform that I’m
Calvert uphold equality, inclusion and respect for each fulfilling. So, if you want to do something dif-
student and staff member. Your actions tonight ferent, you’ve got to get out there and you’ve
CalvertLibrary.info  are a dangerous regression, a deliberate choice got to politic and you’ve got to donate because
to normalize silence and complicity in the face it costs a lot of money to win this seat. You’ve
of racism. Policy 1018 was not some symbolic got to raise some money and all these protests
gesture, it was a commitment posted for all to and signs and all that stuff, that’s great, but that
see that Calvert County Public Schools will doesn’t register on the ballot box.”
denounce racism, bullying and white suprem-
acy in all forms and that our district would not [email protected]
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School Board Selects Interim Superintendent

Newsome Had Led Three Virginia Districts
By Dick Myers Leadership from Bowie State University “And lastly, my commitment is to make
Staff Writer in Maryland. He has held academic posi- every decision that is in the best interest of
tions as an associate professor at Harvard children.”
A man with extensive experience as an edu- University, Virginia Commonwealth In his prepared posted remarks, he said,
cator has been chosen as the interim super- University, and Virginia State University. He “I am honored and grateful to the Calvert
intendent of Calvert County Public Schools co-founded Mega Mentors, an organization County Board of Education for the oppor-
(CCPS). recognized by the Obama Administration tunity to serve as Interim Superintendent for
Dr. Marcus J. Newsome was introduced to for its impactful work in the community. the 2025–2026 school year. This is a privilege
the public at the Aug. 7 school board meeting. “Newsome’s numerous awards include that I embrace with humility and a steadfast
He will serve as interim superintendent until the FBI Community Service Award. Beyond commitment to the students, families, edu-
June 30, 2026, at a salary of $224,583.34. his professional achievements, he is a ded- cators, and community members who make
After the announcement, the school sys- icated volunteer and advocate, serving Calvert County such a special place to live
tem sent out the following press release as an education advisor for the Abulkoi and learn. Several years ago, my family and
detailing Dr. Newsome’s background: Foundation, which supports underprivileged I chose to make Calvert County our home
“Dr. Marcus J Newsome is an award-win- students in South Sudan, Africa. He is an because of its reputation for strong public
ning educational leader who has served as an active member of the National Church of schools, dedicated staff, and a deeply caring
advisor to governors, members of Congress, God, serving as a member of the Pastoral community. These values mirror my own
and business leaders throughout North Staff, Pastor’s Council, Board of Trustees, beliefs about the promise of public education. Interim Superintendent Dr. Marcus Newsome
America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. He serves and Director of Christian Education. Dr. “Today, our grandchildren are proud stu-
as President of the National Bible College Newsome is an ordained minister, devoted dents of Calvert County Public Schools. As tion while laying the groundwork for a suc-
and Seminary in Fort Washington, Maryland, husband, father, and grandfather. a family man, I have a personal stake in the cessful long-term future. I am here to serve
a senior advisor for Benchmark Education, At the Aug. 7 meeting, Dr. Newsome success of this district and the well-being of with an open mind, a listening ear, and a stu-
and a professional developer specializing in implied that he would not be a candidate every child we serve. As we embark on this dent-centered vision for excellence.”
Artificial Intelligence in Education. for the full-time position. Chief Operating year together, my focus will be on ensuring Dr. Newsome has been thrust into a
“Newsome is the author of three books: Officer Dr. Susan Johnson served as act- a smooth leadership transition, maintaining school system in turmoil over the elimina-
Breakthrough Leadership, a guide to effec- ing superintendent for the month after Dr. safe and inclusive learning environments, tion of its anti-racism policy (see separate
tive leadership strategies; Out of a Crisis, a Andrae Townsel resigned to become super- advancing academic excellence, and pro- story). He witnessed a long line of speakers
study of crisis management in educational intendent at Hartford, Ct. public schools. moting open, transparent communication. I during the public forum later in the meeting
institutions; and Transcend, a heartfelt story Dr. Newsome said at the meeting, “I did am committed to collaborative governance largely criticize the school board for that
of his life’s journey from a neighborhood have prepared written comments, but I see and accountability. decision. which has been boiling over for
called The Bottom to the pinnacle of his that there are so many people here tonight “I look forward to working closely with months since the election of three new board
profession. who are invested in this school district that the Board of Education, our talented educa- members, establishing a more conservative
“He previously created and led the I’m going to save those comments and let’s tors and staff, families, community partners, policy line.
Virginia Superintendents Leadership ask that you post them on the website. and, most importantly, our students. Together,
Academy, providing professional develop- “I would though like to share my appre- we will build on the district’s strong founda- [email protected]
ment, coaching, mentoring, and training for ciation to the board chair, vice chair, and all
school superintendents. of the board members for engaging me in
“Dr. Newsome is celebrated for his inno- a very rigorous process that has led to this
vative leadership and ability to drive change. day. My family and I chose to live in Calvert
He began his career as an art and mathemat- County several years ago because of the rep-
ics teacher in the District of Columbia Public utation of this school district. We have three
Schools. His journey led him to principal, grandchildren. One just graduated from
director, executive director, and superinten- Northern High School. One is going to mid-
dent roles in three districts. As superinten- dle school, leaving Mount Harmony, and the
dent of Newport News Public Schools, all other is about two years away from starting
high schools were named among the ‘Best pre-kindergarten. So, we are vested in this
High Schools in America’ by Newsweek community and there just so happened to be
Magazine. As superintendent of Chesterfield a need for an interim superintendent, and I
County Public Schools, the district was hon- had a need to serve this county, not just for
ored as a national leader in digital education my children, but for every child.
at a White House ceremony. “My priorities are, number one, making
“His contributions to Petersburg Schools sure that our children are safe. Number two,
are featured in the movie documentary, striving for academic excellence. Number
Petersburg Rising, which is the recipient three, accountability and transparency. And
of six international film festival awards. number four, making sure that I laid the
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Plan Presented for Calvert Elementary,

Calvert Country Schools
Would Repurpose Existing Buildings
By Dick Myers
Staff Writer

The Calvert County Board of Education

has been presented with a staff plan for
new Calvert Elementary and Calvert County
schools that includes retaining the exist-
ing buildings for other uses. Director of
Planning and Construction Shuchita Warner
called the project “The art of the possible.”
Warner explained, “The next major
projects that are slated in the CIP (Capital
Improvement Plan) are Calvert Elementary
and Calvert Country, followed by Mount
Harmony Elementary School. Currently
within the CIP, these projects follow basi-
cally a start to finish kind of a sequence with
the design of one starting, construction com-
mencing, construction completes, and then
the process repeats for the next project.”
But she said the state, which provides more
than half the funding, support the new Calvert
Country School and “it has been determined
and strongly emphasized by the state that they
will support that project if it is a co-located and 1999 improvements. structed, and then swing space while Brooks ing on the optimal program that should be
facility with Calvert Elementary School. We Across Dares Beach Road, the Brooks is being remodeled or whatever its future fate placed here.”
do believe that this constraint placed on us by Administration Building was built in 1939, is, all within the existing Calvert Elementary. By packaging the two existing schools for
the state actually opens up multiple opportu- with an addition in 1958 and then a ware- The existing Calvert Country options, new construction at the same time, a year
nities for Calvert County schools. It allows us house added in 1990. “There have not been Warner said, would be used “to locate two would be saved in the timetable, Warner said.
to widen the aperture and see potential uses any upgrades made other than a fire alarm alternate regional programs into the existing The school board liked what they saw.
for the campus to effectively support our stu- system that was added,” Warner said. facility, as well as appropriate central office Member Joseph Marchio, who is a builder,
dents and meet the systems long-term needs.” “We can in fact construct a new Calvert departments that can be fully located along- said, “I really like your forward planning.
“We are really, really looking long-range Elementary School and a new Calvert side to best support these programs. There It’s pretty outside of the box. I like it.”
here,” she insisted. Country within the green space between the are options for maintaining the Infants and The board made no decisions as the pre-
Calvert Country School, which is a spe- two existing buildings. We can have adequate Toddlers Program where it exists towards sentation was a preliminary work session.
cial needs school, was built in 1957, with an parking a bus loop, and we can keep the exist- the back of the facility. And we can study Decisions will come at a later date as the
addition in 1983. ing facilities for future use,” Warner reported. either putting a regional pre-K facility there, CIP is finalized.
The original Calvert Elementary School Those future uses include a swing space to include a couple of teaching stations or
structure was built in 1963, with 1974, 1981 while Mt. Harmony Elementary is being con- a limited alt-ed regional facility depend- [email protected]

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amendments made to the proposed Animal
thing is that they just need to be actively
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public hearing on proposed changes to the
Ordinance, specifically addressing the dis-
tinctions between commercial and residen-
tural property, you have a herding dog or a
guardian dog that are actively being used for
county’s Animal Ordinance. The date and tial animal licensing, as well as a revised it, they won’t count towards that number for
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Opioid Related Overdose Deaths Decline

Fentanyl Replaces Heroin as Drug of Choice
By Dick Myers maceutical companies, but they’re made by “Naloxone is a very important emergency
Staff Writer clandestine labs. They’re the ones that are medication that can be used or that is cur-
sold on the streets. They could look like a rently used to treat the life-threatening
Although opioid related overdose deaths pill, and they could look like a prescription effects of an opioid overdose.”
have been on the decline in the state and pill. So, a person may not necessarily under- She added, “Its primary function is to
in Calvert recently, “The impact remains stand that it’s not a prescription pill they’re rapidly reverse the overdose effects. Once
profound,” according to Calvert County getting. The other risk with that is that it may it’s administered to a person who’s suffer-
Health Officer Dr. Nimfa Teneza-Mora. She be tainted or laced with other items. There’s ing from an overdose, their breathing gets
provided a follow-up briefing to the county no way to know.” restored, their oxygenation gets restored,
commissioners on Aug.5 She said, “There was a push to educate and they wake up essentially.”
Dr. Teneza-Mora said, “Opiate related providers about responsible prescribing of She said, “It’s important to know that
overdose deaths in Maryland started to rise these drugs, because although they are bene- naloxone action is only short-lived, so it
from 1999, and it peaked around 2020 and ficial, they can be addictive, and they can be lasts 30 minutes to two hours. And some-
2021 when the total number of deaths were misused. And so there has been I would call times this is why a kit usually has two doses
2,500 annually. And so concurrently those it more responsible prescribing by clinicians because a person suffering from an overdose
numbers are starting to drop.” of these medications.” may actually go back into the non-breathing
Fentanyl has replaced heroin as the prime The health officer said, “Fentanyl is a hun- state after the naloxone works off.”
concern. From July 2024 through June dred times more potent than morphine and Narcan is so readily available that it may Health Officer Dr. Nimfa Teneza-Mora
2025, there were 1,360 overdose deaths in it’s 50 times more potent than heroin. So, be skewing the numbers because some over-
Maryland, of which approximately 1097 or an affected person, who may be suffering doses may be reversed and thus not reported. person may survive from that overdose.
80.6 percent were from fentanyl deaths. from an overdose will exhibit some of these Narcan is available over the counter The second component is Narcan distribu-
The switch from heroin to fentanyl started symptoms. They may have difficulty staying at $44 a dose, but Dr. Teneza-Mora said tion. So, this component ensures the broad
to occur in the county in 2017 and the trend awake, they may appear drowsy, or they may the preferred way is through the opioid access to Narcan in the timely administra-
continues today. even be unresponsive. And other times they’ll response program that the health depart- tion of this medication. So, we have com-
Fentanyl can be prescribed, the health also have other symptoms such as slow or ment administers. munity-based opioid response programs that
officer reported, “Fentanyl actually is used labored breathing, or pinpoint pupils…and They emphasize “overdose education and have consistently been proven effective. The
in the intensive care unit as a sedative. And then they may have a stopped heartbeat or training. The importance is that it educates advantage of this type of a program is that
for pain, it’s for people who are intubated. slow heartbeat, so their heart could stop.” individuals on how to recognize the signs they’ve increased individual’s knowledge
That’s what makes them comfortable and “They may even sound like they’re just of an overdose and how to give naloxone and self-confidence in responding to over-
allows the breathing tube to stay in there,” snoring,” she added. before a paramedic arrives. And the rea- doses. They are cost effective, the cost of it,
Dr. Teneza-Mora said. The availability of Narcan (trade name) son for that is, time is of the essence when it’s against a life.”
She observed, “There’s also the illegally could be a contributing factor in the decline there’s an opioid overdose, and the earlier
made fentanyl, which are not made by phar- in overdose deaths, Dr. Teneza-Mora said, Narcan is administered, the more likely a [email protected]

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 7 COPS & COURTS Calvert County Times Thursday, August 14, 2025

CALVERT COUNTY POLICE BLOTTER

During the week of July 28, 2025 – August Damaged Property: 25-62671 On August black tank top, black shorts, and black Trespassing:
3, 2025, Calvert County Sheriff’s Office 1, 2025, Master Deputy Burgraff responded shoes. The estimated value of the stolen 25-62296 On July
Deputies responded to 1,988 calls for ser- to Solomons True Value, located at 20 property is unknown at this time. 30, 2025, Deputy
vice throughout the community, including, Creston Lane in Solomons, for the report of Angell responded
but not limited to: property destruction. Investigation revealed Theft: 25-61575 On July 28, 2025, Deputy to the Chesapeake
• Check Welfare / Mental Health: 51 a vehicle in the parking lot had all four tires McIntosh responded to Giant Food located Beach Fastop located
• Disorderly: 14 punctured, along with damage to the front at 655 N. Solomons Island Road in Prince at 8054 Bayside
• Domestics: 24 passenger window and windshield. The esti- Frederick for a reported theft. The complainant Road in Chesapeake
• Motor Vehicle Crashes: 41 mated value of the damage is $1,500. advised that two unknown suspects carried Beach for a reported
• Patrol Checks / School Checks: 794 assorted groceries past all points of sale with- Chandler B. Shaw trespassing inci-
• Suspicious Persons / Vehicles: 38 Disorderly out paying and fled toward Dares Beach Road. dent. Deputies made
• Traffic Complaints: 80 Conduct: 25-63187 The suspects were described as two mixed- contact with Nathan Oliver White, 42 of
• Traffic Stops: 488 On August 3, 2025, race females wearing all black. The estimated Chesapeake Beach, who had been previously
• 911 Hang Ups: 61 Deputy Armbruster value of the stolen property is $53. issued an indefinite trespass notice for the
• ARRESTS: 48 responded to the Tiki property. White was transported to the Calvert
Bar at 85 Charles Theft: 25-61590 On July 28, 2025, Deputy County Detention Center, where he was
CDS Violation: Street in Solomons McIntosh responded to 200 Main Street in charged with Trespassing: Private Property.
25-62640 On August for a report of a Prince Frederick, for the reported theft. The
1, 2025, at approxi- disorderly subject. complainant reported that an unknown sus- Weapons Violation: 25-61496 On July 28,
mately 4:11 a.m., Da’Mia Ranesha Armstrong Deputies made con- pect(s) gained entry to the victim’s vehicle 2025, Deputy McIntosh conducted a traf-
DFC A. Dymond tact with Da’Mia and stole his handicap placard. The esti- fic stop on a vehicle exceeding the posted
responded to the Ranesha Armstrong, 34, of Washington, mated value of stolen property is $50. speed limit in the area of Rt. 4 and Industry
Popeyes located at D.C., who refused multiple orders to leave Lane in Prince Frederick. During the stop,
75 Harrow Lane in the business. When taken into custody, Theft: 25-62768 On August 1, 2025, Deputy both occupants consented to a search of the
Prince Frederick for Armstrong resisted and assaulted a dep- Grabill responded to the Shell gas station vehicle. The search revealed a firearm case
Mario Alberto Lopez- a reported burglary uty. She was transported to the Calvert located at 11550 HG Trueman Road in containing a magazine and a Sig Sauer pistol
Avendano alarm. Upon arrival, County Detention Center and charged with Lusby for a reported theft. The complainant loaded with 16 rounds. The driver, Chandler
deputies observed a disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, public advised that an unknown suspect(s) removed B. Shaw, 21 of Old Town, Maine, was taken
white Penske box truck fleeing from the intoxication, second-degree assault, and and stole both the front and rear tags from a into custody and transported to the Calvert
restaurant, swerving across the roadway and trespassing on private property. vehicle parked in the lot for maintenance. The County Detention Center, where he was
making abrupt turns. A felony stop was ini- estimated value of the stolen property is $40. charged with Loaded Handgun in a Vehicle
tiated, and the driver, identified as Mario Mail Tampering Theft: 25-61559 On July and other related offenses.
Alberto Lopez-Avendano, 36, of Upper 28, 2025, DFC Mister responded to the 900 Theft: 25-63330
Marlboro, eventually came to a stop. A block of Hallowing Point Road in Prince On August 3, 2025, Editor’s Note: The above arrests are not an
search of the vehicle revealed a bag contain- Frederick for a reported mail tampering. D eputy Mo rg a l indication of guilt or innocence as the cases
ing a white powdery substance, suspected to The complainant advised that an unknown responded to the have not been adjudicated.
be cocaine, and two cans of Modelo. Lopez- suspect opened three mailboxes, remov- District 1 Office
Avendano was transported to the Calvert ing an unknown number of letters and one located at 10500 Anyone with information about these inci-
County Detention Center and charged with package. The suspect is described as a black Southern Maryland dents is asked to call the Sheriff’s Office at
CDS: Possession – Not Cannabis. male, approximately 6 feet tall, weighing Blvd in Dunkirk for (410) 535-2800 and reference the case num-
200 lbs., with short black hair, wearing a a reported theft. The ber provided. Citizens may remain anony-
Nathan Oliver White complainant advised mous thru the ‘Submit a Tip’ feature on the
that while their vehi- Calvert County Sheriff’s Office mobile app.
cle was parked at Walmart, located at 10600 To download, visit https://apps.myocv.com/
Town Center Blvd in Dunkirk, an unknown share/a39520678 . Tipsters may also email
suspect(s) stole the front license plate. The [email protected]
estimated value of the stolen property is $20.

Sobriety Checkpoints
YOUR ONLINE COMMUNITY FOR CHARLES,
CALVERT, & ST. MARY’S COUNTY
to be Conducted
The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is ded- Sobriety checkpoints have been shown
icated to reducing the number of alcohol to be an important component of a compre-
related fatalities in support of the Maryland hensive program to reduce drunk driving.
Highway Safety Office’s “Towards Zero Research had shown that sobriety
Deaths” campaign. One of the ways the checkpoints can reduce alcohol-related
Sheriff’s Office supports this initiative is crashes anywhere from 18 to 26 percent.
by utilizing grant funding obtained from the (Checkpointstrikeforce.net) The Calvert
LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS Maryland Highway Safety Office to place County Sheriff’s Office will continue to
LOCAL ADVERTISERS additional deputies on our roadways for the aggressively enforce the State DUI laws and
REAL ESTATE specific task of locating impaired drivers. will be conducting more DUI Checkpoints
The Sheriff’s Office will be conducting and Saturation Patrols.
SERVICES sobriety checkpoints in the coming weeks. The Sheriff Ricky Cox asks that if you choose
VEHICLES purpose of these checkpoints is to educate driv- to drink, drink responsibly and please don’t
ers about the dangers of driving a motor vehicle drive. Plan ahead, make arrangements for a
EMPLOYMENT after they have consumed alcoholic beverages safe ride home, call a ride share or call me.”-
CHILD CARE and/or controlled dangerous substances. Sheriff Ricky Cox. We are committed to the
In 2023, there were 5,455 impaired (alco- safety of our roadways and motorists here
GENERAL MERCHANDISE hol and/or drugs) driving crashes statewide, in Calvert County.
resulting in 1,668 injuries and 116 fatalities.
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 Thursday, August 14, 2025 Calvert County Times IN OUR COMMUNITY 8

CalvertHealth Earns 5-Star Aquatic Center Closed for

Rating from CMS Annual Maintenance

CalvertHealth Medical Center has been Southern Maryland community every day.”
awarded an overall 5-star rating from the This 5-star distinction underscores
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services CalvertHealth’s ongoing investment in The Edward T. Hall Aquatic Center in For additional questions or information,
(CMS), the highest distinction in hospital quality improvement, staff education, and Prince Frederick is closed for annual main- email [email protected]
quality and safety. innovation – ensuring the community has tenance through Labor Day, Monday, Sept. or visit www.CalvertCountyMd.gov/397/
Only four hospitals in the state earned access to the very best in healthcare, earn- 1. The facility will reopen Tuesday, Sept. 2. Edward-T-Hall-Aquatic-Center. Residents
this rating, and CalvertHealth is the only ing the trust of its patients and all those Front desk staff will be available Monday may also email Aquatics Division Chief
5-star hospital in Southern Maryland. who turn to CalvertHealth for care. It is also through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Brandon Madeja at brandon.madeja@
Nationwide, only 10% of hospitals received a testament to its vision, to be the trusted the lobby will be open for visitation. The calvertcountymd.gov.
the highest rating. healthcare leader delivering a lifetime of lobby will be closed Wednesday, Aug. 27, We thank residents for their patience as
“This incredible achievement reflects the exceptional care. through Friday, Aug. 29. we perform this necessary maintenance to
dedication of every member of our team – To learn more about the CMS hos- Registration for fall swim lessons opens ensure the Edward T. Hall Aquatic Center
from nurses and physicians to support staff pital quality ratings, visit https://data. Monday, Aug. 11, at 8:30 a.m., and regis- remains a safe, clean and enjoyable facil-
– all working together to put patients first,” cms.gov/provider-data/topics/hospitals/ tration for September water fitness classes ity for all.
said CalvertHealth President and CEO overall-hospital-quality-star-rating. opens Monday, Aug. 18, at 8:30 a.m. To
Jeremy Bradford. “We are honored to be register, visit calvertcounty.perfectmind. Press Release from Calvert County
recognized nationally for the high-quality Press Release from CalvertHealth com/SocialSite/MemberRegistration/ government
care we provide to Calvert County and the MemberSignIn or call 410-414-8350, ext. 2.

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 9 CALENDARS Calvert County Times Thursday, August 14, 2025

Calvert Community Calendar

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

Thu, Aug 14 co-sponsoring the kayak trip. We require taking in the great outdoors, take a hike on Tue, Aug 19
pre-registration as a courtesy to the owner one of the many trails and enjoy the views.
Tween / Teen Karaoke Party and to coordinate parking. Please contact Neurodivergent Peer Support Group
[email protected] for more Jigsaw Puzzle Swap
Calvert Library Southern Branch Calvert Library Prince Frederick
information and to register. Hellen Creek is
13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons Calvert Library Prince Frederick 850 Costley Way
off Patuxent River and has plenty of water,
6-7:30 p.m. 850 Costley Way 6:30-7:30 p.m.
so tides aren’t a factor. Enjoy the sights and
9-11 a.m.
We provide the space, the karaoke machine sounds of a creek with some houses, but Join us for an hour of neurodivergent peer
and the glow sticks. You bring your singing mostly untouched shorelines. Bring your gently used puzzles and support conversation. This group is a won-
voice and friends! Don’t want to sing? Come exchange them for new-to-you challenges. derful opportunity to connect with peers
to support those who do. Pizza & snacks. Free Paper Shredding It’s a fun, eco-friendly way to refresh your about the joys and struggles of being a neu-
Free event! For ages 11-18. Please register. collection and connect with fellow puzzle rodivergent, those exploring their identities
Huntingtown High School
410-326-5289. https://CalvertLibrary.info. enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned puz- on the spectrum or autistic adult. We wel-
4125 Solomons Island Rd., Huntingtown
zler or just starting, you’ll leave inspired and come everyone 18+ regardless of ability or
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support ready to piece together something new! In diagnostic status. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-
The Calvert County Department of Public partnership with Calvert Co. Puzzle Swap. 1862. https://CalvertLibrary.info.
Calvert Library Prince Frederick
Works, Solid Waste Division is hosting 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. https://
850 Costley Way, & Zoom
these free events for county residents and CalvertLibrary.info.
6:30-8 p.m.
businesses. Shredding documents helps pre- Wed, Aug 20
Get tips and support from other caregiv- vent identity theft by destroying confidential Guided Hike: Summer Evening Walk
ers. Facilitated by JC Hooker & Rita Ilg. or sensitive information. Book Discussion
American Chestnut Land Trust
410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. https:// Shred events will be held rain or shine.
676 Double Oak Rd, Prince Frederick Calvert Library Fairview Branch
CalvertLibrary.info Proof of Calvert County residency or
7 p.m. Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings
business location is required. Paper clips
& Zoom
and staples are acceptable. Binders and Say farewell to Summer with a guided hike
Fri, Aug 15 binder clips are not acceptable. Businesses along Parkers Creek Loop. Bring a head-
2-3:30 p.m.
are allowed up to five banker boxes of paper lamp and flashlight, just in case. Join us online or in person at the Fairview
Family Fun Friday: Meet the Mollusks per business or the equivalent volume of To register: Branch to discuss “The God of the Woods”
five banker boxes in alternate containers. form.jotform.com/250216060292143 by Liz Moore, “a compulsively readable
Calvert Marine Museum
There is no limit for residents. Certificates novel that will appeal to fans of mysteries
9 – 11 a.m.
of destruction will be provided if requested. and historical fiction alike,” according to
Join us for Meet the Mollusks- a spe- Mon, Aug 18 Booklist. Register in advance to receive
cial Summer Family Fun Friday event at Sam Hunt Performs Live the Zoom link via email if you wish to
the Calvert Marine Museum! Learn what Introduction to Sewing—Wallet Style attend virtually. 410-257-2101. https://
Calvert Marine Museum
a mollusk is and how they live, from the Organizer CalvertLibrary.info.
7 p.m.
shells you find on the beach to snails in your
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch
garden. Summer Family Fun Friday events Multi-platinum award-winning country star Tween Summer Book Fest
4100 5th St., North Beach
are designed for families with children Sam Hunt will bring his chart-topping hits
6-7:30 p.m. Calvert Library Fairview Branch
ages 5-12. They are a chance to enjoy the to the Motto Mortgage Preferred and RE/
Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings
museum and a special program with activi- MAX One Waterside Pavilion at the Calvert Join us for a brief introduction to sewing. At
6-7 p.m
ties and crafts that begin before the museum Marine Museum. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. this event, you will learn the basics of the
is open to the public. Please keep in mind with food and beverage vendors onsite. The Bernina sewing machine in our Makerspace
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch
that this is not a drop-off program. Calvert Marine Museum and Museum Store and create your own wallet-style organizer!
4100 5th St., North Beach
close at 3 p.m. for concert preparations. Cost Participants must complete the Bernina
6:30-7:30 p.m., .
of tickets are $70 - $140 (all-in-pricing). sewing machine online certification piece
Sat, Aug 16 Tickets are available online. before this event. Click through to the full Join other book lovers during this fun sum-
event description for the certification link. mer book club! Each month we will read
Kayak Trip on Hellen Creek Humane Society Event You will leave with a basic understanding a new book and come together to discuss,
of how to use the sewing machine and a fin- play games and do activities. Did we men-
Private boat ramp Calvert Cliffs State Park
ished bag organizer to use. 410-257-2411. tion there will be snacks?! The first ten (10)
Off Turner Road, Lusby 10540 HG Trueman Rd, Lusby
https://CalvertLibrary.info. registrants get a copy of the book to keep!
9:30 a.m. 11a.m.-2 p.m.
August’s book is the novel, “Wildfire” by
The Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust Come and meet adoptable dogs from the W. R. Philbrick. 410-257-2101. https://
and Patuxent Tidewater Land Trust are Humane Society of Calvert County while CalvertLibrary.info.

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Associate Publisher Eric McKay and Calvert County. The County Times will be available on newsstands every Thursday. The paper is
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CLUES ACROSS CLUES DOWN

1. Auto manufacturer 1. Policemen (French)
4. The 23rd letter of the Greek alphabet 2. Toy dog
7. Two-year-old sheep 3. Inflamed colon disease
10. Member of indigenous people in Asia 4. Muscular weaknesses
11. Airborne (abbr.) 5. Helps little firms
12. Actress de Armas 6. References
13. Not moving 7. Takes down
15. Cool! 8. Facilitates
16. Plants of the arum family 9. One-time empress of the Roman
19. Perceptible by touch Empire
21. Rorschach test 13. Engine additive
23. Monetary units 14. Chemistry solution
24. Art 17. Written account
25. Cardinal number 18. Consumed
26. Dueling sword 20. Coming after all others
27. Hates 22. No (slang)
30. Fixed in one place 27. Government lawyers
34. Pie _ __ mode 28. Super Bowl winner Manning
35. Moved on foot 29. Small amount
36. Passenger’s spot on a motorcycle 31. A way to save for your future
41. A way through 32. A way to travel behind
45. “Rule, Britannia” composer 33. Midway between northeast and east
46. Leader 37. Head pain
47. Flowing 38. Loud lawn insect
50. Common greetings in Arabic 39. Actress Hathaway
countries 40. Boat race
54. Solution for all difficulties 41. About fish
55. Soft clothing fabric 42. Nursemaid in India
56. Building material 43. Marketable
57. Sea bream 44. Tinier
59. A way to cause to be swollen 47. Parts per billion (abbr.)
60. One and only 48. Paddle
61. Skin color 49. Oneness
62. Wreath 51. Bitter compound
63. Nevertheless 52. Not around
64. They __ 53. Very fast airplane
65. Sea eagle 58. Swiss river

AUGUST 7 SOLUTIONS
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St. Mary's Community Calendar

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

Thu, Aug 14 Sat, Aug 16 com/events/1645974046274413 ages 13 & up; $8 ages 4-12; free for ages 3
& under. Cash or check only: ATM on site.
Farmers Feeding St Mary’s Sam Hunt Performs Live Drayden African American Schoolhouse Omelettes made to order, bacon, sausage,
Open House scrapple, scrambled eggs, roasted potatoes,
Bay District Volunteer Fire Department Calvert Marine Museum
waffles, escalloped apples, sausage gravy,
46900 S. Shangri-La Dr., Lexington Park 7 p.m. Drayden African American Schoolhouse
biscuits and assorted beverages.
2-6 p.m. 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Multi-platinum award-winning country star
From local farmers to your plate! The Sam Hunt will bring his chart-topping hits Visit one of the nation’s best-preserved, Pork Loin and Beef Sandwich Sale
annual program will offer farm fresh pro- to the Motto Mortgage Preferred and RE/ one-room African American schoolhouses
American Legion Post 22
duce free to the community. Please bring MAX One Waterside Pavilion at the Calvert the first and third Saturday of each month
21690 Colton Point Rd., Avenue
your own bag. A variety of fresh produce, Marine Museum. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. through October. Check out the restored
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
such as corn, tomatoes, squash, and more, with food and beverage vendors onsite. The schoolhouse and learn about its rich history
will be available at each event! Family units Calvert Marine Museum and Museum Store and importance to education in St. Mary’s Pork loin, sliced roast beef, and BBQ beef
will be limited to one bag of produce per close at 3 p.m. for concert preparations. Cost County. Staff will be available at the school sandwiches will be sold on both Saturday
event. Food distribution will continue until of tickets are $70 - $140 (all-in-pricing). during this time to answer any questions and and Sunday. Ssandwiches cost $8 each. For
the event’s end time or until produce runs Tickets are available online. provide information. Info: www.facebook. more information e-mail us at alpost221@
out. For more information, please call 301- com/events/1304609537658205 aol.com or call 301-481-6625.
475-4200, ext. 1074, or visit www.stmary- Southern Maryland Film Festival
scountymd.gov/Aging/FFSM/. Pork Loin and Beef Sandwich Sale
44800 Oak Crest Dr, California
10 a.m.-10 p.m. American Legion Post 22
Upcoming
Fri, Aug 15 Showing of movies produced by the
21690 Colton Point Rd., Avenue
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
10th Annual Patriot Day 5K
Southern Maryland film community, as well
Little Flower School
Southern Maryland Film Festival— as movies produced in or around Southern Pork loin, sliced roast beef, and BBQ beef
Great Mills
Meet & Greet Maryland. Tickets are available in “blocks” sandwiches will be sold on both Saturday
Saturday, Sept. 6
and can be purchased directly through the and Sunday. Ssandwiches cost $8 each. For
Taphouse 1637 Same-day registration begins 6:30 a.m.
R/C Theaters web site. Many of the film- more information e-mail us at alpost221@
23418 Three Notch Rd, California Opening ceremony 8 a.m.
makers will be in attendance, and available aol.com or call 301-481-6625.
6-10 p.m.
to answer questions at the end of each block. This milestone celebration brings together
Meet the people behind the cameras. The runners, walkers, families and community
event is free and open to the public. Food Children’s Day Sun, Aug 17 supporters for a morning of fitness, fun and
and drink will be available for purchase. fellowship. Honors local “Patriots,” which
St. Clement’s Island Museum
Visit somdfilmfest.org and the Southern All You Can Eat Breakfast includes military members, firefighters,
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Maryland Film Festival Facebook and police officers and emergency medical tech-
Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department
Instagram pages for event updates. Join us for a FREE day of kid-friendly nicians. Registration: Visit https://littleflow-
Social Hall
fun on the beautiful waterside lawn of ercatholic.org/patriot-day-5k
24801 Three Notch Rd. Hollywood
St. Clement’s Island Museum. Families Proceeds from the 5K directly benefit Little
8-11 a.m.
can enjoy lots of kids’ activities including Flower School’s educational programs,
games, crafts, outdoor fun and tons more Sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary of the helping fund classroom resources, technol-
throughout the day. INFO: www.facebook. Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department. $18 ogy upgrades and student activities.

nities are facing growing challenges due tions across regions. Enjoy samples of
to changing shorelines, stronger storms, stuffed ham from local restaurants and
land loss, and shifting ecosystems. These delve into the stories, recipes, and ge-
changes affect homes, livelihoods, local nealogical connections that have been
traditions, and long-term planning for passed down through generations.
the future. In this talk, Dr. Parisa Rinaldi Stuffed Ham Samples from WJ Dent
will explore how people in different parts & Sons. Lexington Park Library on
of the world—from the Chesapeake to Tuesday, August 26 from 6 - 7:30 p.m.
the Pacific Islands—are responding to Register on www.stmalib.org.
UPCOMING EVENTS these challenges. We’ll look at the diffi-
cult choices communities face around re- Petite Process Art
Rock Painting for All Exodus and Exile: A History of building, relocating, and preserving what Art doesn’t have to be intimidating,
For years, people have been painting Modern Mass Migration matters most. Through real-world sto- or time consuming. Instead, it can
rocks to place in their gardens, on their Join us for a history talk and Q&A with ries, we’ll ask: What does it mean to stay, be a chance to explore creativity, the
desks, at tourist attractions, and other Historian Paul Rose on the topic of mass to move, or to adapt when the land and ability to make mistakes, and even an
places around their community. Come migration in the modern world. Paul water around us are in flux? Lexington opportunity to engage in meditation.
paint your own rock to place during Rose is a researcher at the United States Park Library on Thursday, August 21 from Each session will feature a small wa-
your adventures this summer and Holocaust Memorial Museum but is not 6 – 7 p.m. Register on www.stmalib.org. tercolor or paper craft projects that
help “Color Our World!” You can even acting a representative of the institu- can be completed in an hour to an
add one to our very own “rock snake,” tion in this presentation. Lexington Park From SoMD to Kentucky: hour and a half. Lexington Park Library
Rocky Bal-boa, on the Library’s back Library on Monday, August 18 from 6 – 7 A Stuffed Ham Journey on Monday, August 25 from 6 - 7:30
patio! This program is for all ages and p.m. Register on www.stmalib.org. Our speakers will explore the local tra- p.m. and Charlotte Hall Library on
artists of all levels. Participants will be dition of stuffed ham and the migration Wednesday, August 27 from 3 – 4 p.m.
supplied with a rock, paint, and exam- Staying, Leaving, & Adapting: of families from Southern Maryland to Register on www.stmalib.org.
ples of designs they could potentially Life Along Changing Coastlines Kentucky. This event celebrates the cu-
utilize. Leonardtown Library on Friday, Did you know that nearly 40% of the linary heritage and the bonds between
August 15 from 2 – 4 p.m. Register on world’s population lives within 100 kilo- communities brought together by the
www.stmalib.org. meters of a coastline? Coastal commu- journey of families who carried their tradi-
 20 OBITUARIES St. Mary’s County Times Thursday, August 14, 2025

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Beverly Jackson, 82 to the psychiatrist who headed the criminal and Brooks married shortly after, on Nov. itary aircraft take off from Pax River during
division at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, where 18, 1972. The marriage lasted until her death his lunch break.
Beverly Y. Jackson, she sometimes played volleyball at lunch nearly 53 years later. In 1981, he married the love of his life,
a retired pub - with inmates. From hospital’s hilltop site While raising two children, Bev worked Teresa, at St. Thomas More in Tallahassee,
lic-relations pro- she watched smoke rising from downtown for a Washington DC public relations firm, Florida. Michael’s life was already happy,
fessional whose during the 1968 riots following the assassi- and in 1975 founded her own -- Jackson/ full, successful, and joyful, but it was made
career spanned nation of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Summers Associates, which operated until even better after marrying Teresa and wel-
four decades in After divorce, Beverly lived on Capitol 1985, first from her home and then from a coming their two daughters into the family.
Washington DC, Hill with several other single women in K street office. She was a founding mem- Michael loved all three women uncondition-
died Aug. 9 of a Victorian house one block behind the ber of the National Association of Women ally and protected them fiercely.
unexpected compli- Supreme Court building. She was hired as Business Owners. In 1987, Michael graduated from the
cations during surgery, ending an 11-year a public relations officer by the Office of For a time, she headed public affairs for University of Florida with a Bachelor’s
struggle with Alzheimer’s dementia. She Emergency Preparedness (forerunner of the Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing degree in Electrical Engineering and was
was 82 and living in St. Mary’s County, in today’s Federal Emergency Management Arts. She recalled not getting along well immensely proud of this accomplishment.
southern Maryland. Agency), where she kept a suitcase packed, with another Beverly, opera singer Sills. He was so proud, in fact, that he named his
Beverly grew up on a series of farms, in case she should be dispatched on short Family members observed that divas do first boat “DoubleE”.
some without indoor plumbing, near notice to work at a hurricane or other disas- not coexist easily. Michael went out of his way to tell his
Galesburg, Illinois. Her father Louis ter site. (Co-workers advised that the first In 1987 Beverly was drawn back to the family that he loved his life and that he had
Wyckoff was a struggling tenant farmer, order of business would be to set up shop at medical world, becoming Vice President more than everything he wanted out of life.
and her mother Marge (nee Wilson) was a a motel with a working ice machine.) for Public Affairs at Children’s National Michael ended every phone call with an
traditional housewife. Beverly attended a During that time, she met her future busi- Medical Center. In 1996 she returned to emphatic and sincere “I love you”.
one-room schoolhouse and later graduated ness partner, Sheila Summers, and took up government service, as chief of the Public Michael was much loved and will be very
from Galesburg High School with an abid- skiing. A car crash on an icy road in the Alps Information Branch of the National Institute much missed.
ing desire to put rural life behind her, while nearly killed her, resulting in a lengthy stay on Drug Abuse at the National Institutes of
retaining immense pride in her family’s in an Austrian hospital. Health. She retired in 2004. Michelle Humphrey, 55
tenacity and unflinching work ethic. In 1970 Beverly was detailed to a new Throughout, she mentored countless
At age 19 she married a Galesburg man federal agency, the Price Commission, set young PR professionals, was an avid pho- Michelle Denise
and moved to Washington DC, where up hurriedly by then-president Richard tographer and a tireless producer of knitted Hall Humphrey, 55
he was a police officer. She worked as a Nixon to regulate the prices of nearly every- and crocheted art. Her art was displayed of Mechanicsville,
medical transcriptionist at the old Walter thing. It was a huge news story. One of those publicly and sold until about 2015. Maryland passed
Reed Army Medical Center, putting her- covering it was a 28-year-old reporter for Survivors include husband Brooks Jackson, away on July 27,
self through night school at the University The Associated Press, Brooks Jackson, who of California MD, sister Debra Corban, also 2025 surrounded
of Maryland and completing a degree in later went on to cover the presidential cam- of California MD, daughter Dr. Courtney by family and loved
English. She then worked as an assistant paign of Sen. George McGovern. Beverly Jackson Blair, an allergist/immunologist of ones. She was born
Arlington Va., son Mark Jackson, a lawyer of October 10, 1969 in

Brinsfield
Brooklyn NY, and five grandchildren: Chloe Washington D.C., Michelle was a devoted
Blair, Duncan Blair, Vera Jackson, Celeste wife, mother, daughter, sister, and nana who
Jackson, and Lucien Jackson. will be deeply missed by all that loved and
Interment will be private. A memorial knew her.
service will be scheduled for a later date. Michelle’s life was defined by her bound-
less compassion and unwavering love for
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Yacht Club, passed having crab feasts with family, being with
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Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A. August 2, 2025. Michael was 71 years old ished the simple pleasures in life, like a good
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predeceased by his parents, Ernest and Bette Barnes (Michael) and John Humphrey
Berger; and his brother, Bruce Berger. In (Brittany); grandchildren, Braydon and
Michael Berger’s honor, please consider Jaxon; sisters, Jacqueline Hall Gagnon and
making a donation to the St. Michael’s Ayla Hall Payne; mother, Dianne Wingrove
Catholic School, 16560 Three Notch Rd, Hall, and father, James Hall. She was pre-
Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A. in Ridge, Maryland 20680. ceded in death by her grandparents James
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The Tackle Box

Wanderings
n
Fishing Report
of a Aimless Mind By Ken Lamb
Contributing Writer

The Lovely Summer

We have the perfect mix of weather and fish.
We have spot, croaker, speckled trout, strip-
ers, cobia, mackerel, bluefish, flounder, lizard

Days of August fish, white perch, and even some whiting, and
undersized weakfish (gray trout). No reports
of tarpon or snook, but even that would not
By Shelby Opperman surprise me; did I mention toadfish?
Contributing Writer The spot are everywhere in the Patuxent in
about 15 to 20 feet of water. They range all
I hope everyone was enjoying that the way to Wayson’s Corner, but the big ones
short spate of lovely dry weather we are concentrated in the mouth of the river.
had, maybe it will make this next few Croaker up to 14 inches have been
days of real Southern Maryland hazy, reported in the Patuxent and Potomac. Most
hot, and humid days easier to tolerate. are smaller, but growing daily.
Chris with typical striper caught jigging at the
Maybe not, but it looks like Saturday Cobia suddenly showed up in all the Solomons bridge pilings. They are thick there now as
through most of next week won’t familiar locations in the lower bay on the are white perch.
be too bad. I can hear my practical middle grounds and the Target ship. Miss
husband saying , “It’s summer, what Susie Charters found them biting and had a 76, Cedar Point Rip, Cove Point, and Point
do you expect?” And they are lovely great trip last Sunday. The method is chum- Lookout Bar. The lizard fish accompany the
summer days. ming, chunking, and live eels or cut bait. flounder. If they suddenly hit your bait, the
We did get to enjoy a few very Spanish mackerel are now mixed with flounder are on the bottom underneath them.
breezy fun days with some of our fam- blues for trollers using surgical eels and White perch are now responding to
ily at a family friend’s 1946 beach cot- spoons. Both planers and in-line sinkers work. cleansing tides and cooler water. The water
tage in the Outer Banks. I have written Troll fast in the shipping channel. Casting temperature in the mouth of the bay is 78.8°
columns while staying there over the lures into breaking fish is plenty of fun. according to the Sea Temperature website ,
years. It is a place filled with character The bull reds were absent this week, and that is the lowest recorded on this date
and inspiration. We also love staying at least not reported as the persistent east in the last ten years. Breton Bay is an excel-
steps away from the ocean. When I say steps that does not take into account winds kept many off the main stem of the lent location for white perch. They will take
the legs-strengthening path which takes you up and over the dune at a fairly bay before they diminished for the week- most any bait: bloodworms, shrimp, squid,
steep incline. Anyone that goes to the Outer Banks knows the importance of end. They will be back in the lower traffic razor clams, clam snouts, and even night
those dunes between the cottages and the ocean. Lots of mornings, I like to go times during the week. You can troll with crawlers. Catches in all creeks improved this
out on the deck with my tea and watch the changing colors of the sunrise. The big spoons or surgical eels if you can not week. Both rockfish, and perch were very
ocean salt spray reaches the deck giving my tea a very earthy taste. find them breaking to sight cast. They are willing under the Pearson creek bridge on
This year, Mindy, the crazy hound dog, really seemed to enjoy the ocean and always somewhere eating. the Naval Air Station this week.
the sandy beach. Even with her severe arthritis, Mindy enjoyed the climb over There are lots of under-sized and keeper This is a glowing report, but I never
the dune, and I just let her pull me along at the other end of the leash. Some flounder now in many locations. There embellish, I just report what I hear and have
days, Mindy and I had quality time on the beach taking short walks, and other should be big ones on the drop off at buoy the pictures to prove.
days she wanted nothing more than to lay in the sand staring out to the ocean.
I did get some nice selfies with her. She really likes going with Robert since
they probably walked a bit farther.
I am really not a beach person and am quite happy staying inside reading
a book, however, last Wednesday I did spend a few hours on the beach with
everyone. That afternoon, I was heading back up to the cottage for a bit and
figured Mindy would be ready to get back inside for the AC so I called for her
to come with me. She took a few steps toward me, sat down, and then turned
right back around to lay in the sun next to Robert. That doggie loves to bake
in the hot sun. It turns out we have a full-fledged beach doggie.
It was nice to have the Utah break to see my brother and the quick Outer
Banks break before pool closing time gets underway. I know my husband
enjoyed the breaks. He loves ocean beaches, and I think that is where he is YOUR ONLINE COMMUNITY FOR CHARLES,
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any relaxing break he can get. I don’t remember us taking two trips during the
summer months though it was nice.
But now its time to enjoy these last few weeks of summer and prepare for
the big Clements Cuties Foundation event at Back Road Inn on Saturday,
September13th, and to look ahead to all the other fall events starting soon
after. Our church, Christ Church, Chaptico has some fall events I am looking
forward to such as our church’s Homecoming and Ministry Fair event on
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By Vada Mercer had suffered a seizure that landed him in

Contributing Writer the hospital, and he had been declared
clinically dead. Despite this challenge, his
Dimitri Reeves, a well-known Michael determination to spread love helped him
Jackson tribute artist from southern pull through with an epic performance that
Maryland, earned first place in the first annual dazzled the crowd.
Leonardtown’s Got Talent competition after The second place winner, Richard
being declared clinically dead days prior. Lepper, 30, performed a multi-faceted act
The talent show was judged by five tal- featuring acro-chair, hula hooping, and
ented individuals experienced with the arts, color guard skills. A teacher at the Vertical
and contestants were given 1-5 points in mul- Dance Company, Lepper is a familiar face
tiple categories: Stage presence and crowd for many Leonardtown community mem-
control, creativity and originality, technical bers, frequently seen rollerblading around
skill and execution, preparation and coor- the town square.
dination, overall performance quality, and Third place was awarded to Gabriel
audience response and crowd appeal. Cabral, whose choreographed yo-yo rou-
Held at the Rex Theatre, the show fea- tine featured a set of flashy tricks. Cabral
tured 16 talents, chosen from almost fifty
initial applicants. Talents ranged from sing-
said his love for the hobby began in elemen-
tary school when he saw a guest performer
It’s SUMMER READING TIME
ing and acrobatics to yo-yo tricks. demonstrate yo-yo tricks in the auditorium.
Reeves’ winning performance was an Since then, he’s honed his skills to a com- Activities Challenges Great Prizes
original song, ‘Rock That Body,’ which was petitive level, performing at yo-yo contests. Programs & Events And more for all ages!
accompanied by Michael Jackson inspired As part of his award, Reeves will be per-
dance moves. forming on August 30 at the Leonardtown
According to Reeves, he has been chan- Wharf’s Labor Day event. The free event,
Visit your library to keep reading and learning
neling Michael Jackson since he was young. from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., will feature two all summer long.
Having performed from St. Mary’s County live bands and fireworks.
to Los Angeles, he told judges each perfor- The top three winners received tro- Calvert
mance is just as important. phy plaques, gift cards, and Leonardtown
Reeves’ goal with his performances is to swag. Additionally, five door prizes were CalvertLibrary.info 
spread a message of love. He told audience given away, with various gift cards to small
members that whatever energy they put out Leonardtown businesses.
in the world will return to them, and that This competition is the first of many, and
“the world is not scary,” but that there are the town plans to make it an annual event
hurt people in it. that will highlight the many unique talents
Days prior to his performance, Reeves of southern Maryland.
 16 IN OUR COMMUNITY St. Mary’s County Times Thursday, August 14, 2025

Naval Air Station Patuxent River News

E-130J Popular Name Announced for TACAMO
Mission Aircraft
The U.S. Navy’s Airborne Strategic veterans through the process,” said Capt.
Command, Control and Communications Britt Windeler, commander of SCW-1. “I
Program Office (PMA-271) and Strategic feel like Phoenix II is especially apt, as we
Communications Wing 1 (SCW-1) announced are returning to our roots of executing the
the official popular name for the Navy’s new TACAMO mission on a C-130 variant.”
Take Charge and Move Out (TACAMO) mis- The current platform, E-6B Mercury, is a
sion aircraft: E-130J Phoenix II. communications relay and strategic airborne
In October 2024, the placeholder name command post aircraft. It provides surviv-
E-XX was officially designated as E-130J. able, reliable, and endurable airborne Nuclear
As of today, the E-130J’s popular name has Command, Control, and Communications
been designated as Phoenix II, represent- (NC3) for the president, secretary of defense
ing the mythical bird whose ability is to be and U.S. Strategic Command. The E-130J
reborn and represents a symbol of immor- Phoenix II will recapitalize the aging E-6B
tality, resurrection, and renewal. Mercury fleet that has been in service for
This meaning of rebirth is a nod to more than three decades.
the proven C-130 platform fulfilling the Northrop Grumman artist rendering PMA-271 is part of Naval Air Systems
TACAMO mission since 1963-1993 via Command (NAVAIR) with its headquar-
the EC-130Q.The E-130J Phoenix II will PMA-271 program manager. “A phoenix vivability and longevity for this country.” ters at Naval Air Station Patuxent River,
relieve the Navy’s E-6B Mercury fleet of the is known for its resilience, exceptionally SCW-1 squadrons home based out of Tinker Maryland. Its mission is to deliver and
TACAMO mission. TACAMO is the vital long lifespan, and its ability to transform and Air Force Base, Oklahoma. They include support survivable, reliable and endurable
connection for the president, secretary of continue its purpose. The dedicated team the “Ironmen” of Fleet Air Reconnaissance airborne command, control and communica-
defense and U.S. Strategic Command with at PMA-271 have committed to the ideals Squadron (VQ) 3, “Shadows” of VQ-4 and tions for the president, secretary of defense
naval ballistic missile forces. of TACAMO’s critical deterrence mission “Roughnecks” of VQ-7. and U.S. Strategic Command.
“Phoenix II is the ideal popular name as when executing this new platform; trans- “I’m pleased that this very important pro- The mission of SCW-1 is to receive,
we take the E-130J TACAMO mission into forming the legacy mission aircraft into a gram remains on track, and that we were verify and retransmit Emergency Action
its next phase,” said Capt. Roger Davis, new weapon system with unmatched sur- able to leverage our community sailors and Messages (EAMs) to U.S. strategic forces.

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Great Mills Man

Indicted for Child Saint Mary’s County Classics
Abuse in Boy’s Death There is nothing more “All American” than
a classic car show and St. Mary’s County is
famous for some of the best in the state. The
cars and the famed “classics from yester-
year”. If you are like me and are too old
to attend them often, you will appreciate
On Thursday, May 8, 2025, deputies from sight of a well preserved vehicle that has the coverage on YouTube at “Out of Order
the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office along withstood the passage of time is a joy that Garage “. Mr. John Pajak does some fine
with emergency medical services person- many people share regardless of their age. video coverage of car shows and cruise-ins
nel responded to the 22000 block of Castle The nostalgia connected to viewing classic events and posts them on his YouTube site.
Pollard Way in Great Mills for the report of cars is what brings back “good memories” John has a lifetime love of classics and his
an 11-year-old male juvenile not breathing. of yesteryear for many. The county has knowledge and interest is demonstrated in
Life-saving efforts were attempted, and the a couple of weekly Cruise-Ins” that also his videos. Check it out and don’t forget
juvenile was transported to a local hospital, feature classic cars and trucks. Wednesday to subscribe and leave John a comment.
where he was pronounced deceased. evenings at Arby’s in Leonardtown is a I’m sure that he will appreciate your inputs.
The juvenile was released to the Office of mid-week show, and Cars and Coffee at
the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore, Hobby Lobby in California takes place on Samuel R. (Sal) Pistachio
who later ruled the death a homicide. Sunday Morning. You’ll find all categories Mechanicsville
Detectives from the Criminal Investiga- represented from hotrods to modern muscle
tions Division assumed the investigation.
Through investigative efforts, detectives
obtained and executed multiple search war-
rants, resulting in the recovery of evidence,
and on Tuesday, Aug. 12 Tyrone Edward
Tyrone Edward Proctor Legal Notices
Proctor, 40, of Great Mills, was served with Proctor is being held in the Detention
a Grand Jury Indictment warrant for the and Rehabilitation Center in Leonardtown, RIDGE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT
following charges: where he has been incarcerated since July REQUEST FOR BIDS
• Child abuse first-degree: contributing 19, 2025, on unrelated charges.
to the death of a child under 13 years The investigation remains open and The Ridge Volunteer Fire Department Inc. is currently soliciting bids for the
• Child abuse first-degree: course of ongoing. Anyone with information is asked following:
conduct to contact Detective Allison Mattera at 301-
• Child abuse first-degree: severe phys- 475-4200, ext. 8124, or by email at Allison. • 16’ rigid hull, soft sided boat / raft
ical injury [email protected]. ◦ Lightweight for 3 or 4 people to lift and move from trailer to water
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SMECO to Distribute
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Legislative Energy
dance with manufacturers specifications
◦ 6 gallon plastic fuel tank with accessories to hook up
◦ Plastic battery box

Relief Refund
• 1 handheld Garmin GPS73
• 1 handheld ICOM IC-M85UL VHF radio
• Bunk style trailer, single axle, aluminum or galvanize equipped to move same
vessel
Many Southern Maryland Electric • Tier 1, 0–400 kWh average usage:
Cooperative (SMECO) residential custom- $40 credit Boat / Raft shall be delivered to 13820 Pointlookout Road, Ridge, Maryland 20680
ers will see a credit on their electric bill in • Tier 2, 400–1,200 kWh average
August, thanks to the Legislative Energy usage: $55 credit One original and one copy of the sealed bid should be addressed to Steve Gatton
Relief Refund, a one-time statewide initia- • Tier 3, 1,200+ kWh average usage: and marked “Sealed Bid for Raft”. The bid will be received at the Ridge Volunteer
tive established by the Maryland General $40 credit Fire Department Inc., PO Box 520, 13820 Point Lookout Road, Ridge, Maryland
Assembly and Governor Wes Moore to help The refund will appear as “Legislative 20680 until 7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on September 4, 2025. At which time,
offset high energy costs. Energy Relief Refund” on page two of the the bids will be publicly openedand read.
The refund, created through House Bill August SMECO bill. A second credit will
1035 and administered by the Maryland be issued in winter 2026. Bid for comparable equipment will be accepted. The Ridge Volunteer Fire
Public Service Commission (PSC), provides Members who wish to share their refund Department Inc. reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any
an average total credit of $80 per eligible can donate it to SMECO’s Members Helping informality in the proposal submitted when such waiver is in the best interest of
household, distributed in two phases: sum- Members program, which provides assis- the Department.
mer 2025 and winter 2026. Credits will be tance to fellow cooperative members
applied automatically to eligible accounts. who need help paying their electric bill. Inquiries concerning proposal information should be directed to Steve Gatton at
To be eligible, members must have had Donations are sent to the Southern Maryland 301-872-5571.
an active residential account as of August Tri-County Community Action Committee,
1, 2025, and must have used electricity which gives the money to members who seek
during the 12-month period ending March aid and meet the qualifications. One-time
31, 2025. donations can be made by sending a check to
“This refund comes at a critical time, SMECO, Members Helping Members, P.O.
especially during the peak summer months Box 1937, Hughesville, MD 20637. Refund If you would like to place a classified ad or
when energy usage is at its highest,” said donations cannot be made automatically.
Sonja Cox, SMECO President and CEO. Interested SMECO members can also sign
legal notice, please call the County Times at
The credit is based on a member’s aver- up online at smeco.coop/mhm to add $1, 301-373-4125 or email [email protected]
age monthly usage over the 12-month $5, or $10 to their electric bill each month.
period ending March 31, 2025. For more information about the

County Times
Eligible SMECO members fall into one Legislative Energy Relief Refund, visit
of three usage tiers, with higher-usage SMECO.coop/relief.
households receiving a larger credit. Tiers ST. MARY’S • CALVERT
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 Thursday, August 14, 2025 St. Mary’s County Times LOCAL NEWS 13

Jennifer Clancy Files

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 Thursday, August 14, 2025 St. Mary’s County Times LOCAL NEWS 11

BJ Hall Files for District

29B Delegate Seat
By Dick Myers
Staff Writer
Departing From
Point Lookout Marina
After an unsuccessful bid for county com-
missioner three years ago, Lexington Park
community activist BJ Hall has thrown his
hat into the ring for the District 29B seat in
the Maryland General Assembly. Hall is a Ridge, MD • Thursday–Sunday • 10am
Republican.
The seat is currently held by Del. Brian Cruises run May 24–September 15
Crosby, a Democrat. Crosby has not yet filed
and he did not return The County’s Times’
call requesting an interview. Twenty-two-
year-old Kris McDonald of Great Mills has
also filed as a Democrat for the position.
Hall is a native of Michigan and graduate
of University of Alabama. After being med-
ically discharged from the Army, he even-
tually wound up in Southern Maryland to BJ Hall
work at Calvert Cliffs. He chose the area
to be near his son, who was about to enter that don’t necessarily align with the needs
high school. of our county.”
“Once I got in the area I started work- Hall was asked about being African
ing in the community and kind fell in love American and Republican and why he
with the area. I found a job at Pax River
working in simulation division. And I’ve
is in that party. He said, “As a conserva-
tive, most of us come from some type of purchase your tickets at
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year training kids. I’ve done some work with
jobs on the workforce development side.”
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Mary’s City Commission and the board of thing that bothers me at all.”
the foundation for the Center for the Study He hopes in Annapolis to find ways to
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advocacy in Annapolis over the past few nomic development.
years, I started understanding how I could Hall said, “We have all this technology
possibly influence change, to make sure the
needs of St. Mary are represented.
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Two Office/
Manufacturing
Sell it - Buy it
at Auction
Projects Approved Mechanicsville VFD Public Consignment Auction
Saturday, SEPT 6, 2025 – 9 am
Mechanicsville VFD
28165 Hills Club Road, Mechanicsville, MD
New Enclosed Cargo Trailer – New Deck Over Bumper Hitch
Equipment Trailers – Farm, Lawn & Garden Equipment/Items –
Round Pen Gate Panels – Tools such as cordless, Battery-Op
DeWalt and Milwaukee Tools, Tools Bags, Levels and a variety of
other Tools – Furniture/Crafts including Rustic/Log Furniture,
Epoxy Tables, Reclaimed Tables such as Hall Tables with Iron
Wagon Wheel Base – New Handcrafted Quilts (various sizes and
patterns) – Sporting Goods/Items – Fall Produce – Baked Goods –
Candies/Snacks – Much More.
Auction Special: Tool Box “Buy a Drawer” Auction and other
Fundraising Items.
Artist’s rendering of Greenwood Business Center, one of the two newly-approved facilities.
NOTE: Most items will be arriving Wednesday – Friday the week prior to
the auction and we expect a large number of items for this auction. Many
By Dick Myers furniture making, machine shop, et cetera,”
more items expected other than those listed here! Consignments
Staff Writer according to the staff report.
The 2.09-acre site will be accessed by a accepted Wednesday – Friday (9/3/25 – 9/5/25) from 8 am to 7 pm at the
The St. Mary’s County Planning Commis- shared driveway with the Dr. Dabbs dental MVFD grounds.
sion has approved two similar projects in office. For more info call the MVFD Auction Phone line at 240-466-1512.
different locations that would create an The second project is on land formerly This is a community auction event held in coordination with the local Amish
office building and separate structure for occupied by a concrete plant that has been Community; MVFD; JD Cox; Hayes Auction Services, LLC; Farrell Auction
light manufacturing. Both are spec projects demolished. It is owned by WM Davis Service, LLC; and others.
with no tenant identified. The projects are Development.
on Route 5 north of Leonardtown and in the The concept site plan was for a 900 square
St. Mary’s Industrial Park in Hollywood. feet office and 11,100 square feet produc- www.Far rellAuctionSer vice.com
The projects were unanimously approved tion industry/custom. The site is located on 301.904.3402
with little comment and no testimony at 44120 Airport View Drive in Hollywood. It
their public hearings. sits on 1.21 acres.
The first, called the Greenwood Business The project would have its own entrance.
Center, is owned by Kenny and Edna Although the concrete plant buildings
Wentworth. It consists of 904 square feet of have been removed, the new use would > edwardjones.com
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Let's plan your
State Grant Requested future together.
for Splash Pad David McDonough
By Dick Myers
Staff Writer
$250,000. If the town is awarded the grant.
they would pass it through the monies to the Financial Advisor
The Leonardtown Town Council has
county for a total project cost of $550,000.
In the letter to the state, the town wrote,
41680 Miss Bessie Dr Suite 302
approved submitting a grant request for a “The addition of a splash pad to be installed Leonardtown, MD 20650
splash pad at Miedzinski Park on the grounds
of the St, Mary’s County Governmental
near Wieck Community Playground at
Miedzinski Park will provide a much-
301-997-1707
Center. needed area to cool off during warm
The Community Parks and Playgrounds weather days. The splash pad will prove to
grant request is part of the land acquisi- be a unique gathering spot for people of all
tion initiative of the Maryland Open Space ages and abilities and will create a commu-
Program. nity space that can be enjoyed by everyone.
The town’s grant request is for $300,000. Additionally, the new splash pad will create
Grant requests must be made by govern- additional opportunities to blend sensory,
mental entities, so the town is making the physical, and social play experiences.”
request on behalf of the St. Mary’s County The Leonardtown Town Council approval
Department of Recreation and Parks, which to send the grant request was unanimous.
is the lead agency for the project.
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Armitage Sworn In as Family Court Magistrate

By Marcia Hart
Contributing Writer

St. Mary’s County welcomed a new face

to its judicial bench as Sue Ann Lewis
Armitage was officially sworn in August 11
as the Family Law Magistrate for the Circuit
Court. The heartfelt ceremony brought
together over 200 family members, friends
and community supporters who gathered
to celebrate this proud moment in Mrs.
Armitage’s accomplished legal career.
A lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County
and proud alumna of St. Michael’s School,
Sue Ann's journey to the bench reflects a
deep commitment to her community and to
the law. Since graduating from the University
of Baltimore School of Law in 1990, she has
Sue Ann Lewis Armitage raises her right hand as she Following her August 11 swearing in, Armitage stands with her husband Dan Armitage, Calvert County
spent more than 35 years advocating for fam- is sworn in as St. Mary’s County’s new Family Law Circuit Court Chief Administrative Judge Mark Chandlee, Judge Amy D. Lorenzini, St. Mary’s County Chief
ilies across Southern Maryland, becoming a Magistrate. Photos by Ceandra Scott. Administrative Judge Joseph M. Stanalonis, and Court of Appeals Chief Administrative Judge E. Gregory Wells.
trusted voice in family law.
Reflecting on her appointment, Mrs. often complex matters with the empathy and the Maryland State Bar Association’s Pro Social Services. “What we’re welcoming
Armitage said, “I truly believe this role is expertise that have defined her career. Bono Service Award and was named one today is a dedicated public servant who will
about being a public servant, and I’m deeply Beyond the courtroom, Mrs. Armitage has of The Daily Record’s Top 100 Women in work tirelessly and make the right decisions,
humbled by this appointment. It’s an honor been a steadfast pillar of public service. She Maryland in 2023. She was also recognized even when they’re difficult.” “Her commit-
to be entrusted with the responsibility to has offered her support to St. Michael’s School as a Leader in Law in 2022 and listed among ment to this community runs deep, and I
serve the families of St. Mary’s County.” and numerous other local organizations, the state’s top 25 family law attorneys. Most honestly don’t think we could ask for any-
In recent years, family law cases have demonstrating a long-standing commitment recently, in 2024, Mrs. Armitage was cel- one better in this role,” he added.
become the cornerstone of her practice — an to community leadership. She has contrib- ebrated as a “Pillar of the Community,” a Acknowledging those who have sup-
area that makes up nearly 70% of the Circuit uted her talents to the Boards of Directors testament to the respect and admiration she ported her along the way, Mrs. Armitage
Court’s caseload. Her extensive experience for the St. Mary’s County Bar Association, has earned throughout her career and per- shared, “This is a big moment, not just for
with divorce, child custody, visitation, sup- Southern Maryland Inns of Court, Juvenile sonal life. me, but because of all the people who have
port issues and property disputes positions Drug Court, St. Mary’s Ryken High School “Sue Ann truly loves St. Mary’s County stood by me and encouraged me along the
her perfectly to serve the community in her and Bay Montessori School. and the people who live here,” said Dan way. I’m grateful for the chance to give
new role. As Family Law Magistrate, Mrs. Her dedication has not gone unnoticed. Armitage, Sue Ann’s husband and an attor- back to the community that has given me
Armitage will oversee these sensitive and She has received numerous honors such as ney with the St. Mary’s Department of so much.”

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St. Mary’s Schools Prepare for Opening Day

By Dick Myers The superintendent said, “There was information is right there.”
Staff Writer great energy as well. And part of that energy The student access center opens Friday,
came from the fact that it is such a tight little Aug. 15 at 5 p.m. Smith said, “You can find
Public schools in St. Mary’s County are cohort. We welcomed 50 new teachers. That out exactly what your classes are and your
abuzz with activity as they prepare for the is the smallest cohort of new teachers we teachers and all that information.”
first day of school on Wednesday, Aug. 20. have brought in the St. Mary’s County Public Allen, I an interview with The County
Long-time school board member and cur- Schools in over a decade. And, while many Times, was asked about Blueprint’s impact
rent Vice Chair Cathy Allen has seen a lot elements of education across the state and this year. She said, “There’s continuing
of these opening days as a parent and as a across the United States are struggling, we efforts with early childhood education, that’s
school board member. Her advice for par- did really well down here. And of the peo- a big part of the Blueprint, and making sure
ents, “Make sure children are getting a good ple that we brought in, there are some brand that we have the appropriate supports in place
night’s sleep, and that you begin that process new to the profession, but there are many for our designated community schools.”
now so that a week from now their bed- who have experience in other systems. And “We have full-day pre-K for all eligible
time, that often creeps later in the summer, they’re drawn to us primarily because of the students. The Blueprint changed the eligi-
can be pulled back and so that they’re ready way in which we go about our business. The bility. It’s primarily for students who are
and awake and alert for going to school. It’s way in which the board goes about its busi- economically disadvantaged. We have also
always important.” ness and supporting teachers. And our rela- extended it to some special needs students,
Allen also noted “the importance of show- tionship with county government and with and English language learners.”
ing up every day ready to learn. That show- the associations and a really great contract There are slots for about 500 students. Board of Education Vice Chair Cathy Allen
ing up is a critical part of life, and it begins that we’ve been able to uphold for the last 12 Allen said, “We try to make sure that every
with school. It’s truly very important.” years. That means a lot. And a lot of people single one of them are filled. Hopefully par- process. We are taking a countywide look
No just feeling they don’t want to go to looking for stability will do their research, ents have already registered their children at things, and having a consultant pull this
school that day. “They need to be reminded and they will say, this is the place to come.” and know whether or not they are pre -K all together. Whether we ultimately move
that right now their job is school and getting The newcomers include 50 teachers, four eligible, and certainly for any student begin- students will depend on a lot of factors, not
ready ultimately to graduate, whether it’s new counselors, six new nurses, “A really ning kindergarten, if they were not previ- the least of which is what the recommenda-
this year or 12 or 13 years from now, so that great group and super great energy, new ously in the school system here, this week tions are, but then what are the long-term
when they step out after graduation, they’re people energy.” is the time to make sure that they’re regis- implications? So, I don’t think parents need
ready for the next part of their lives.” Smith said the school system still has tered and ready to go because the first day to be worried. I do recommend that they
Allen chaired the Aug. 13 school board some openings, including two secretarial of school is a busy one and go in this week, stay involved and keep an eye on the school
meeting at which School Superintendent Dr. positions, one sign language interpreter, two you’ll be able to get in your paperwork system’s website to see the update on the
J. Scott Smith gave a rundown of what’s elementary education vacancies, a ROTC turned in, get everything set.” process. If there are recommendations for
been happening and what’s about to happen instructor at Great Mills High School, a This year will be marked with a redistrict- movement, there will be a lot of community
in preparation for school opening. media specialist, one middle school math, ing study. Allen said, “I have a long history engagement, parent engagement and student
Dr. Smith said, “Last week as we found two middle school science and middle with understanding redistricting, and having engagement to get feedback.”
ourselves in the first full week of August, school English.” participated in that process even before I was
we started with welcome back for all of Smith said, “I strongly encourage you, if on the school board. It is a very disruptive [email protected]
our administrators and supervisors. That’s you know of somebody who really wants to
everybody here at central office and at sup- teach, we have opportunities here, but they
porting services. And then throughout all are quickly dwindling, and we are interview-
of our schools, the principals and assistant ing every single day to get those all filled.”
principals, (had) a really great two days. We While school starts Aug. 20 for everyone
went over a lot of topics. We introduced a else, Chesapeake Charter School had their
lot of new faces. There are 44 people in new opening on Aug. 13, as they are on a differ-
positions this year…42 of whom are internal ent schedule.
candidates that just moved up a seat or over The superintendent insisted, “If you have
a seat, and two coming from outside.” a child who is in your home who isn’t reg-
The superintendent said, “There’s a lot istered for school, please take care of it this
of…new per energy, and a lot of questions week. If you wait till next week, you’re
and a lot of why do we do this? Is there a going to be waiting. And we’re going to
different way to do this? Let’s rethink what be struggling to get that all that paperwork
we’re (doing). It was really, really great.” done and get them set up and registered
Smith said, “On Wednesday (Aug. 6) all and ready to go.” Registration information SchoolPool is a program that
of the new teachers who were hired spent is available online. connects parents of children
the day in their buildings. But then on the Smith said, “If you are all registered who attend the same school
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Congratulations to the happy couples who applied for marriage licenses

in St. Mary’s County during the month of July. Best wishes to all!

Stephen Michael Hubley, 33, California, MD Lawrence Patrick Mac Curtain, 36, Lexington Park, MD Richard Martin Redmond, 74, Lexington Park, MD
Christine Fae Reiser, 44, California, MD Rebecca Lynn Wright, 35, Lexington Park, MD Donna Marie Voorhar, 77, California, MD
Elizabeth Ann Browne, 26, Lexington Park, MD Douglas Preston Carruth, Jr., 48, Bel Alton, MD Breanna Elizabeth Peterson, 27, Lexington Park, MD
Mathew Alden Mincey, 29, Lexington Park, MD Leslie Ann Snurr, 42, Lusby, MD Colin Robert MacLaren, 27, Lexington Park, MD
Sydney Elaine Messer, 23, Charlotte Hall, MD Todd Stephen Reid, 56, Arnaudville, LA Cassandra Ann Savoy, 35, Lexington Park, MD
Austin Patrick Reiner, 25, Charlotte Hall, MD Misti Guidry Gravouia, 47, Arnaudville, LA Kenneth Ian Thornton, 57, Lexington Park, MD
Nathan Deon Jackson, 22, Leonardtown, MD Julia Mary Schuebel, 20, Lexington Park, MD Noel Livingston Plummer, Jr., 44, Waldorf, MD
Savannah Rose Saunders, 22, Charlotte, NC Luke David Collins, 21, Lexington Park, MD Chimere Jenay Carroll, 44, Waldorf, MD
Tamela Taiwan Marinda Lucas, 36, Indian Head, MD Magen Lea Purvis, 48, Pueblo, Co David Alan Cain, 40, Charlotte Hall, MD
William Walter Knott, Jr., 37, Indian Head, MD Chris Howard Leeman, 59, Valley Lee, MD Lisa Marie Whitney, 41, Charlotte Hall, MD
Julianna Marlee Payne, 32, California, MD Stephen Dennis Rusevlyan, Jr., 61, Leonardtown, MD Allison Mae Mersch, 23, Hollywood, MD
Charles Daniel Clements, 29, California, MD Tricia Marie Morrison, 53, Leonardtown, MD Caleb Evan Young, 22, Mechanicsville, MD
Robert Adam Strickland, 24, Patuxent River, MD Heather Renee Tennyson, 41, Tall Timbers, MD Ciera Jovan Bowden, 39, Lexington Park, MD
Jane Ellen Blackberry, 26, Greenville, NC Derek Brandle Jefferson, ,43, Tall Timbers, MD Donell Robinson, 45, Lexington Park, MD
Hannah Nicole Smith, 24, California, MD Amber Nicole Connelly, 31, Leonardtown, MD Christopher Howard James, 35, Frederick, MD
Domenic Anthony Filardo, 26, California, MD Dennis Michael Quade, 32, Leonardtown, MD Monica Leigh Pearce, 39, Frederick, MD
Jacob Joshua Lettiere, 26, Skyesville, MD Daniel Ken Siber, 38, California, MD Olivia Elena Hutchens Rocha, 22, Milton, FL
Kylie Michelle Davis, 26, Skyesville, MD Catherine Theresa Cooney, 28, Mechanicsville, MD Robert Scott Campbell, 22, Lusby, MD
Michelle Ranay Miller, 26, Lexington Park, MD Christina Lynn Ferguson, 46, Leonardtown, MD Nevaeh Anjel Ann Nedd, 19, Fredericksburg, VA
Robert Ramon Rajkowski, 27, Lexington Park, MD Jared Ray Stern, 39, Leonardtown, MD Ian Robert Kreider, 20, Drayden, MD
Maura Alexandra Stephens, 25, Mechanicsville, MD Jesse Delane Dean, 29, Tall Timbers, MD Emma Jean Lester, 20, Leonardtown, MD
Michael Giovanni Bouyett, 25, Hughesville, MD Trina Jolene Jones, 32, Tall Timbers, MD Thomas Joseph Norris, 33, Leonardtown, MD
Nicole Kiwus, 31, Boise, ID Karly Ann Wiley, 26, Newburg, MD Kyle Matthew Cusic, 27, Leonardtown, MD
Travis Russell Tarelton, 31, Boise, ID Justin Calvin Welch, 27, Newburg, MD Jillian Faith Risor, 25, Leonardtown, MD
Catherine Elizabeth Barr, 36, King George, VA Jonathan Scott Harding, 52, Leonardtown, MD Gary Wayne Peeling, 58, Hollywood, MD
Stanley James Surratt, 45, King George, VA Marisa Watson McDaniel, 53, Leonardtown, MD Christina Leigh Sabol, 49, Hollywood, MD
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Jasmine Marie Walker, 19, California, MD Calan Antonio White, 27, Great Mills, MD Cali Renee Brett, 25, Hughesville, MD
Tamari Nikolaus Taylor, 18, Mechanicsville, MD Sunceray Leah Green, 28, Great Mills, MD Michael Raymond Osborne, 23, Hughesville, MD
Jocelyn Uneice Greenwell, 27, Godley, TX Timothy Wayne Bentey, Jr., 32, Mechanicsville, MD Lacey Catherine Bell, 35, Lexington Park, MD
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