(Sept. 14, 2017) The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra, the only professional symphony orchestra on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, kicks off its 20th anniversary season, “Reaching Ever Higher,” this year. Performances are scheduled for the Todd Performing Arts Center at Chesapeake College in Wye Mills, on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m.; the French Embassy in Washington, D.C.,… Read more »

(Sept. 14, 2017) Furnace Town Living Heritage Village announced the launch of the Furnace Town Folk School with $4,750 in grant support from the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore and Worcester County Arts Council. The Folk School offers classes in broom making, weaving and printing with plans to expand the program in 2018 to… Read more »

(Sept. 14, 2017) Volunteers are the heart of the community, and in late August the Worcester County Commissioners joined Volunteer Services Manager Kelly Brinkley for the Volunteer Spirit of Worcester County awards dinner to recognize nine individuals and groups whose contributions add to the quality of life here. Those present were nominated by their peers… Read more »

(Sept. 7, 2017) The John Bailey era in Ocean Pines officially starts Monday, Sept. 11, more than one year after the previous permanent general manager was fired on Aug. 26, 2016. At that time, newly elected Director Brett Hill stepped into the role. The board of directors, which included only one member, Dave Stevens, who… Read more »

(Sept. 7, 2017) Members of the greater Berlin community are being encouraged to attend the Community Mural Project, Open Paint and Community Pot Luck next Saturday, Sept. 16 from 4-7 p.m. at the Germantown School on 10223 Trappe Road. The event is free and open to the public, and scheduled to include food, live music,… Read more »

(Sept. 7, 2017) Meet new Ocean Pines Association General Manager John Bailey at a special community event set for Monday, Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. at Mumford’s Landing (the yacht club) on 1 Mumford’s Landing Road. Bailey will have a private dinner with the board of directors earlier during the evening, then the doors will… Read more »

(Sept. 7, 2017) Construction crews will be a continuing presence for commuters on Route 113 between Snow Hill and Berlin, as paving work there is expected to continue into the fall. Maryland State Highway Administration spokesman Bob Rager provided a status update on Phase 3 of the $86 million highway dualization project, which covers a… Read more »

(Sept. 7, 2017) Efforts to establish a memorial for Negro League baseball standout William Julius “Judy” Johnson were reinvigorated, following a presentation by Worcester County Historical Society President Charles Weaver during a Snow Hill Council work session, last Tuesday. Plans could be dependent, however, on establishing exactly where Johnson was born. Conflicting reports suggest his… Read more »

(Sept. 7, 2017) With new Ocean Pines Association General Manager John Bailey officially starting work on Monday, several directors expressed their support in separate email interviews and stated their goals for his tenure. All seven directors were asked for their input. The following responded. Board President Doug Parks: “I look forward to John joining the… Read more »

(Sept. 7, 2017) The Jesse Klump Memorial Fund is partnering up with another Maryland organization to destigmatize mental illness during the annual Out of the Darkness Walk on Sept. 23. Ellie’s Bus, a bright orange ‘78 Volkswagen camper van, will be parked on the Boardwalk near Caroline Street on the morning of the fundraising walk…. Read more »