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State Denies Grant Delve Into Reserves
for Sheriffs Office
for Trail Project
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
The Board of County Commissioners approved more than $300,000 in capital
construction funds from reserves to pay for
Phase 6 of the Three Notch Trail Tuesday
after the bid for construction came in much
higher than architects and engineers had initially planned for.
The estimated cost for the portion of the
hiker biker trail set to go through Mechanicsville was about $2.1 million but the construction bid came in at $2.85 million.
Commissioners said it was a stark reminder of what happened last year with the
joint state/county funded project to expand
and modernize the adult detention center.
The project construction bid came in
millions of dollars overbudget and the expansion portion was scuttled.
The county agreed to move ahead
with the modernization of the jail to in-
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The workshop will be packed with information specifically oriented toward artists.
Speakers include Pamela Dunne, Program Director, Arts and Entertainment Districts,
Maryland State Arts Council on the benefits of the Arts and Entertainment Districts.
John Schratweiser, Executive Director, Maryland Citizens for the Arts will talk about
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By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
A Lusby woman remains free on bond after being
charged with attempted second-degree murder and two
other assault counts stemming from a stabbing in California over the weekend.
Marisa Ramos, a resident of Cheyenne Trail, is alleged
to have assaulted with a knife another woman who lived on
Halsey Court here in St. Marys on Aug. 15, according to
charging documents filed in county District Court.
The victim, Amanda Renee Herbert, told state troopers who responded to the incident that she had been
stabbed repeatedly during the assault before her friend
Caitlyn Taylor Rader intervened and Ramos fled the scene
in a vehicle that was later found to have been stopped by
police twice in the last day surrounding the assault, once in
Calvert County and once in Charles County near La Plata.
By the time the alert came from St. Marys to Charles
County, where the last traffic stop occurred, Ramos had
been stopped in her vehicle with passenger Leroy Antoine
Savoy and had told the state trooper she would be spending
the night at his La Plata residence.
The trooper soon after found Ramos at Savoys residence and arrested her without incident, according to
charging documents.
According to charging documents, MedStar St. Marys
hospital personnel found that Herbert had sustained several
puncture wounds to her right arm and to her left lung.
Ramos also faces charges of first-degree and seconddegree assault here in St. Marys, but in Calvert County she
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Charging documents allege that Ramos held the knife
to the victims throat while seated in the victims car and
demanded Percocet pills and cash.
The victim, named as Stephanie Pulsinelli in charging
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life during the altercation.
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By Guy Leonard
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The countys Metropolitan Commission (MetCom) is currently making revisions to the county code section that governs water and sewer services Chapter
113 with a focus on updating under
what circumstances well and septic system users must endure great expense to
hookup to public utilities.
According to a draft document that
county legal officials have obtained from
MetCom, emphasizing it is an unfinished
work, the revised rules would require
many on private systems to hookup to a
new line whether it was installed by the
county or by another private party.
Metcom Revising
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Requirements
The new revisions also define a service area where the requirements would
take hold legally as any county designated growth area in the countys Comprehensive Land Use Plan and would compel
properties that would normally be scheduled to receive public water and sewer in
three to six years to hook up to the new
service line.
The new regulations would also apply to any property that had a failing well
and septic system.
The new proposal would also require
those abutting a new service line to hookup within seven years from the date that
service line is declared ready for service.
The issue of who would have to
hookup to public water and sewer in ar-
Self-Defense for
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The concept of self-defense for seniors deals more with not showing fear than with
ways to physically harm an offender. Strength to protect oneself comes from an awareness of surroundings, a fearless presence, and an understanding of your capabilities. On
Thursday, Aug. 21 Triad/SALT (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together) of St. Marys
County will host a Self-Defense Seminar at Victory Woods Senior Apartments, 22611
FDR Boulevard, Lexington Park, Maryland. Wayne Dean, owner of Deans Okinawan
Martial Arts and Self Defense, will focus his presentation on Self-Defense for seniors
which will include:
Break-Away Techniques: the skills and techniques to break-away and protect you in
aggressive situations where one has been threatened or physically assaulted.
Pressure Point Areas: the ability to locate pressure point areas on the human body
to defend oneself.
Cane-Fu Self Defense: seniors with and without disabilities will learn how to use a
cane to defend themselves from physical harassment and assault.
There is one important psychological factor to remember regarding self-defense. You
are strengthening yourself and becoming more prepared.
Registration is not required, but encouraged. This event is open to the public and
FREE of charge. To register, call 301-475-4200, ext. 1073.
The St. Mary's County Special Olympics would like to thank the Knights of Columbus
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Do you want a hairstyle that shines? Then try out Sparkle Salon in Wildewood Shopping Center!
Established by owners Kari Jacobs, Marie Girard and Kandis
Pickens in September 2013, the full service salon is preparing to
celebrate its One Year Anniversary.
When the three founders opened their business last year, they
were looking to delve into a world of fresh experiences.
We wanted to start a new journey in life, said Jacobs.
We were excited for the chance to work with our friends, who
are equally talented, and to share our professionalism and passion
for creating, Girard said.
The beauty shop not only cuts hair, but offers coloring, texturizing and styling treatments alongside nail care and waxing
services.
The salon website, www.sparklesalonsomd.com, promises
attention and personal service youll come to expect and enjoy.
This service is made unique by its really good atmosphere, said
Pickens.
We specialize in bridal hair and make up, said Girard, And
our staff is highly skilled and can accommodate clients of all
styles. We do extensions!
Sparkle Salon and its staff is hosting an Anniversary Party on
Aug. 30 from 7 to 10 p.m., and the public is welcome. The party
will feature music, hor doeuvres and much more!
Come relax and enjoy! said Pickens.
The staff love to meet people, said Jacobs, and theyre hoping
to see you there. For more information about Sparkle Salon, call
301-863-7610 or visit www.sparklesalonsomd.com or www.facebook.com/sparklesalonllc.
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By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
A man who pleaded guilty to murder seven years
ago now says that he received ineffective defense counsel which could put his lawyer now Circuit Court
Judge David W. Densford on the witness stand when
his bid for a new trial comes up in October.
The County Times learned of the upcoming hearing when Deputy States Attorney Ted Wiener said in
open court that he had been banned for the time being
from trying cases in front of Densford in preparation
for the hearing.
The defendant in the case, Anthony Livers, said in
court filings that neither Densford nor the courts ad-
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Education
CSM Receives Grants to Serve Students, Tri-County
Thursday, August 21, 2014
The College of Southern Maryland was awarded more than $5.4 million in grants
during the 2013-14 academic year for programs that support student success, business
and community training, and community events. Many of the grants span multiple
years and cross academic disciplines.
The college is focused on applying for those grants that will infuse funds to
advance college programs and initiatives and its students. The continued support that
we receive from federal, state and local agencies and organizations is proof that CSM
is considered a good steward of financial resources and that our partners know we are
committed to the success of these grant-funded programs, said CSM Vice President of
Advancement Michelle Goodwin.
Of the 63 grant applications that were submitted, 47 were awarded and 11 are
pending review. The largest grant award was from the U.S. Department of Education for a highly competitive Title III Part A Strengthening Institutions Program. The
project, Improving persistence and Completion through Targeted Interventions and
Services, First-Year Seminar and Course Improvements, is over a five-year period
totaling $2,175,544. Funds will be used to promote a seminar on attaining educational
goals for first-year students, among other student success initiatives.
Of the grants awarded, 43 percent are for supporting student success, 41 percent for
business and community training and the remainder for community events and general
support, according to CSM Lead Grants Development Specialist Becky Cockerham.
Investing in Student Success
Educational Talent Search (ETS) is a federally funded U.S. Department of Education program designed to aid and prepare first-generation, low-income participants
in their college and career pursuits. ETS prepares students ages 11-27 from all backgrounds in Charles County with an emphasis on assisting middle and high school students, and also serves veterans and high school dropouts. The program provides services including tutoring, test preparation, counseling, college admission preparation,
career exploration, assessment workshops and financial aid application assistance.
The Maryland State Department of Education awarded a grant through the Career
and Technology Education Program for faculty professional development, expansion
of the Testing Center at the Leonardtown and Prince Frederick campuses, development
of an associate of science degree program for robotics and continuance of support for
Career Services initiatives.
A Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) grant will implement the
reverse transfer program at CSM. This program allows students who have transferred
from CSM to a university prior to receiving their associate degree to send their university credits back to the CSM. Reverse transfer helps students achieve an additional
degree, typically while completing their bachelors degree.
Investing in Growing Critical Maryland Workforce
Now in its 21st year, the Child Care Career and Professional Development Fund
grant offers tuition, fees and book assistance to CSM students who complete the required coursework in pursuit of a degree in Early Childhood Development, Early
Childhood Education or Elementary Education programs. Scholarship recipients must
be working in the childcare field in a licensed childcare center or registered family
childcare home in Maryland, participating in the Maryland State Department of Education Child Care Provider Credential Program and maintain a grade point average of
2.75.
A scholarship grant program provided by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission
supports the colleges Nuclear Engineering Technology (NET) associate degree program. Successful applicants are offered up to $5,000 for tuition, fees and textbook
expenses, as well as support services and assistance in transitioning to employment
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Investing in Environmental Workforce Training
CSMs Maryland Center for Environmental Training (MCET) on the La Plata
Campus was awarded a Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation
(DLLR) EARN Implementation Grant. As a sub-recipient, CSM will work with lead
applicant Maryland Environmental Services and five Maryland utilities to provide
training in the water/wastewater industry.
I think many would be surprised to learn about the significant amount of training
MCET does throughout the state each year, said Cockerham.
Since 1982, MCET has established a reputation for excellence in environmental,
safety and health training and compliance assistance. MCET is funded by grants, contracts and student tuitions. In the past, federal grants were awarded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA) and the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA). In addition, state
funding from Maryland Department of Environment (MDE) and Maryland Occupational Safety and Health (MOSH) has supported environmental efforts.
Investing in Returning Military Veterans
CSMs Continuing Education and Workforce Development (CWD) Division was
also the sub-recipient in a DLLR EARN Implementation Grant and will work with lead
applicant Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland to deliver technical training to
identify underemployed or unemployed veterans who want to start a healthcare career.
A MHEC Medic/Corpsman to ADN (associate degree in nursing) Transition Program Grant will be used to increase nursing student enrollment by promoting direct
access for military veterans. The primary focus of the grant will be the development of
a streamlined educational pathway for veterans to transition to an associate of science
degree in nursing.
Investing in Tri-County Residents
The CSM Foundation was awarded a grant as part of the Bank of America Workforce Development/Education RFP Fund to educate and train economically disadvantaged residents of the tri-county in a Career Starters program. A program to train 17
students as Certified Apartment Maintenance Technicians will be offered this fall.
Grant funding from the Maryland Safety Highway Office was awarded to purchase and distribute bags to liquor stores which includes a marketing message to
reinforce the penalties for providing alcohol to underage persons. This funding was
a partnership between the Southern Potomac Traffic Safety Region and the Charles
County Substance Abuse Advisory Coalition through the Maryland Strategic Prevention Framework.
CSM was awarded as a sub-recipient for the Maryland Strategic Prevention Framework funding on behalf of the Charles County Substance Abuse Advisory Coalition.
The implementation plan included evidence-based environmental strategies to address
two priorities both at CSM and throughout Charles County: underage drinking (ages
12-20) and high-risk/binge drinking (ages 18-24).
The Maryland Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training (MI-BEST) pilot
grant program supports a partnership between CSM and the Charles County Public
Schools Lifelong Learning Center. Funding by the Annie E. Casey Foundation and the
DLLR, Licensing and Regulation will help low-skilled adults to complete integrated
basic and occupational skills that prepare them for a pharmacy technician job.
Investing in Community Events
A Naval Air Warfare Centers Aircraft Division federally funded grant supported
the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) Day hosted by the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Patuxent River Professionals. STEM Day on
CSMs Leonardtown Campus introduced fifth- through eighth-grade students to STEM
careers through demonstrations and carnival-type activities.
The Maryland State Arts Council, the Arts Council of Calvert County, the Charles
County Arts Alliance and the St. Mary's County Arts Council have provided grants
to fund childrens arts in education programs and CSMs 2014 Twilight Performance
Series, a variety of free outdoor concert performances at the colleges campuses.
Grants Workshop
To learn the ins and outs of selecting and applying for grants, CSM is hosting the
ninth Annual Grants Workshop, 9-11:30 a.m., Aug. 22 at the La Plata Campus. The
theme of the event is Outfitting Your Grants Toolbox. To register, contact Cockerham at beckyc@csmd.edu or 301-934-7648.
Cockerham, a 25-year employee of CSM has received national recognition by the
Council for Resource Development (CRD) for her efforts in making a significant positive impact on a community college. Cockerham is the lead and sole grants researcher
at CSM and works to leverage grants, donations, partnerships and in-kind gifts to raise
funds.
For information on the grants workshop, visit http://bit.ly/CSMGrantSeminar.
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RE-ELECT
Joseph V. Stone, Jr.
SMECO
Board of Directors
On May 17th, 2014 I accepted the nomination to represent St. Mary's County, once again, on
the Southern Maryland Electric Board of Directors.
I was first elected to the Board in 1996 and received the designation of "Certified Credentialed
Cooperative Director" in 1999.
During my tenure on the Board, I have served as Chairman of the Board Risk Oversight Committee, Chairman of the Personal and Benefits Committee, and Vice Chairman of the Board of
Directors. I was honored to be elected by my fellow Directors to serve as Chairman of the Board for
Southern Maryland Electric from September 2008 to August 2013.
On July 16, 2014 SMECO was notified that we had received the JD Power Award for customer
satisfaction for the 7th consecutive year. The award recognizes companies that are judged based
on "people, presentation, process, product, and price."
On July 23, 2014 SMECO received approval from the Maryland Public Service Commission to
reduce its residential Standard Offer Service energy charges.
SMECO has consistently maintained the highest electric service reliability record in Maryland.
I am committed to dedicating my time, expertise and skills to make sure SMECO remains a low
cost power provider, while maintaining a tradition of excellent service.
Please join us at our annual members meeting held on September 10, 2014 at the Blue Crabs
Regency Stadium located at 11765 St Linus Drive, Waldorf, Maryland, 20602. You can register to
vote from 4-7:30 p.m. In addition to free ice cream, sodas and live entertainment, fifty $35 electric
bill credits and other grand prizes will be given away. They include a used SMECO vehicle and 14
$75 cash prizes. A chance to win these prizes is free to members of the Co-Op.
Since 2007, I have had the pleasure of working with another highly competent director, Mr.
Douglas Frederick. I respectfully ask the members from Charles, Calvert, Prince George, and St.
Mary's County to vote for Douglas and myself.
I look forward to seeing you at the "Annual Meeting".
If you are unable to attend you can, with your account number, request a mail-in ballot on the
SMECO website, then go to "YourCooperative", then "Annual Members Meeting" and select the
request for the absentee ballot online option. You can also request a mail-in ballot by sending
a request to SMECO P.O. Box 670 Hughesville, Maryland 20637-0670. You must include your
account number and service address. You can also request a mail-in ballot by calling SMECO at
1-888-440-3311 ext 4722. Again, you will need your account number, which appears on your bill
to obtain a ballot.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Regards,
Joseph V. Stone, Jr.
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By Emily Charles
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Everybody deserves a car.
Or so says Tom Hodges, owner of Tom Hodges Auto
Sales & Service, located in Hollywood. The local used car
dealership was established in 1990, after Hodges spent 11
years working for another dealer, said Hodges. Upon realizing he wanted to work for himself while simultaneously
helping others, Hodges branched out on his own, creating
what is now one of the oldest car dealerships in Southern
Maryland, said Hodges.
Tom Hodges Auto Sales & Service takes pride in its
longevity and credits it to a friendly atmosphere and a lot
of dedication, said Hodges.
We will earn our customers confidence by meeting
their needs and providing excellent service and value that
clearly defines us as the best in the business, reads the Tom
Hodges Auto Sales & Services mission statement.
The statement is supported by the actions of Tom
Hodges and his team, both in their care for quality inventory and their care for the quality experience of their customers. I hand-pick all the cars myself. Sometimes people
bring their cars to me, sometimes I buy them from auctions
and sometimes theyre trade-ins. After I buy them, all of
the cars are reconditioned, given a 130 point inspection and
a safety check. They also have to meet my own personal
standards, said Hodges.
Hodges focus on a high caliber vehicle supply and his
steady drive to satisfy every client he meets has attracted
the attention of many Southern Marylanders and has helped
to expand his customer base, said Hodges. A particularly
noteworthy opportunity Hodges offers his customers is that
of purchasing a car even when burdened with bad credit.
We want to help everyone we can. Everyone deserves
a car, even if they have bad credit. Sometimes selling to a
person with bad credit is like giving them a second chance,
said Hodges.
Hes just very devoted to satisfying the customer and
their needs, said Blake Hodges, who works with his father,
Tom Hodges, during the summers.
Tom Hodges credits part of his success running Tom
Hodges Auto Sales & Services to his staff.
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Editor
LEGAL NOTICE
Commissioners of Leonardtown
Notice of Public Hearing
The Leonardtown Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on
Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. at the Town Office, 41660 Courthouse Drive, Leonardtown, MD for a DENSITY BONUS REQUEST
for the HAMPTONS AT LEONARDTOWN PROJECT this request
is to increase the density of the project from 10 units an acre to 12
units an acre and to increase the buildings from 3 stories to 4 stories
in height. The project is located between Fenwick Street and Route 5,
east of the St. Aloysius Cemetery - Tax Map 0040, Parcel 0254, and
containing 12.54 acres. The purpose of the hearing will be to present
the project for public review and comment. Copies of the concept plan
are available for review at the Leonardtown Town Office. The public
is invited to attend and/or send written comments to be received by
Sept. 23, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. to the Commissioners of Leonardtown,
POB 1, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Special accommodations will be
made for persons with disabilities upon request.
By Authority: Laschelle E. McKay, Town Administrator.
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The Tragic
Death of Robin
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The recent tragic death of Robin Williams reminds us that people struggle every day with depression and sometimes that suffering can lead to
death.
St Marys County is a caring community that
believes in reaching out to help all our citizens. For
over 40 years the county has funded Waldens Crisis Hotline. Our hotline is one of the oldest professionally staffed hotlines in the country and has been
in operation for over 40 years serving St. Marys
County. We have answered hundreds of thousands
of calls spanning 4 decades. This hotline would not
be possible without the generosity and support of our
community. No matter what the issue, our staff are
ready to provide support and assistance.
Please call us anytime day or night at 301863-6661. We are here to listen. We pledge to continue to be here to provide Help for today, hope for
tomorrow.
Kathleen OBrien, PhD
CEO Walden
Annual SMECO
Board Election
I am a candidate for the annual SMECO Board election scheduled for Sept. 10.
As many are becoming more aware, the
Board has a history of appointing its own
replacements. When John Bloom, a representative from Charles County, announced
his retirement a few months ago, he purposely and unusually said he would serve
out his term. He deserves a lot of respect for
that as many Board members would have
preferred he retire early, allowing them the
normal opportunity of self-selecting his
replacement. The Board majority would
then be able to support their selection as an
incumbent at the annual election. The present election process gives many advantages
to Board incumbents, especially since all
four counties vote for each candidate.
As examples, recent early Board retirements in St. Marys allowed the Board
to select the son of the retiring long sitting
member a few months before the annual
election. The second recent replacement
was the son of a close friend of the early
retiring, long sitting member (who had replaced his dad), again a few months before
the annual election.
It is my judgment that all these are
good, loyal and capable people, however,
a self appointing board at a utility as large
and vital to the community as SMECO has
many downsides. For one, it effectively
keeps us SMECO members from selecting
their Board members. Secondly, this process tends to select members who think like
those on the Board. Inbreeding can make
the Board weak, resulting in limited overall
experience and being too easily persuaded
by management. I would like to see a Board
Letters to the
Editor
Common
Denominator is
Police, Not Race
The police shooting of Michael Brown in
Ferguson Missouri must not be viewed in racial
terms as in black against white because we too
had a similar event happen here in St Mary''s
County on Jan. 19, 2011, when a State police Officer ran down an innocent man named Buhrman
"Yogi" Baird, 88 years old.
In Ferguson Missouri Michael Brown was a
black teenager and here in Hollywood "Yogi" was
a beloved elderly white man, so it is not about the
different races as the common denominator is that
the Police can kill or even murder a citizen without any legal consequence simply because they
are the Police.
This is a real and ongoing problem for the entire USA where the police are not only being held
above the law but that the police are above God,
in that the police can kill or murder and then just
walk away with it.
James Cusick
Hollywood, Md.
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Obituaries
Jerome Paul Proctor, Jr. 33
Jerome Paul Proctor, Jr. 33, of Lexington
Park, Md., beloved son
of Julia Rosemary and
Jerome Paul Proctor, Sr.,
entered this life on July 7,
1981 and departed this life
suddenly on August 10 in
Leonardtown, Md.
Jerome received his education from
the St. Marys County Public School system, in St. Marys County, Md. He was
employed over the years through various
businesses throughout Lexington Park.
Jerome was truly a family man. He
was a loving son, father, brother and uncle. He enjoyed spending time with his
children and fiance, and he loved anything dealing with the outside, especially
camping and fishing. Jerome had a true
passion for Tupac and enjoyed listening
to his music.
He is preceded in death by his
grandparents, Mary Geneva and John
Roosevelt Proctor and Agnes and Morris
Proctor.
In addition to his parents, he leaves
to cherish his memory five children;
Tyrik, Jerome, Marquis, Genae and Jamarkus; fiance, Barbara Guy; one sister,
Jessica Proctor (Earl); adoptive-sister,
Laura Patton; four nieces Chantel, TaMiya, JBrea, and Laila and one nephew,
Zachary. He also leaves behind a host of
aunts, uncles, cousins, and associates.
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The County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes and readers.
We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to
news@countytimes.net after noon on Tuesdays may run in the following weeks edition.
Family united with friends on Friday, August 15, for visitation at 10 a.m.
until time of service at 11 a.m. at Good
Samaritan Church, 20850 Langley Road,
Lexington Park, Md. Interment followed
at Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, Md.
Arrangements by Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home, Mechanicsville, Md.
www.mgfh.com
(301)-475-8500
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AT
Featured
Homes of
the Week
How to Stay
Within Your Home
Improvement Budget
Home improvement projects range from small scale undertakings that can be tackled
in a single weekend to large
remodels that can take several
months to complete. While no
two projects are the same, every home improvement project
demands that homeowners dip
into their pockets and spend
some money.
Much like the scale of
projects varies greatly, so, too,
do the financial commitments
required of homeowners to
make those projects a reality.
But no matter the size of the
project, homeowners can find
ways to stretch their budgets
without sacrificing the quality
of their improvements.
Do your homework.
Before you decide to make
changes to your home, its best
to first do some research into
any potential projects youre
considering. Many homeowners have decided to dive into a
project before they fully realize its scope
and cost, and going in blind can bust a budget, turning what might have seemed like a
relatively simple project into a money pit.
Understanding just what a project entails and how much its likely to cost can
give homeowners an idea of what they can
afford and where they might be able to
stretch their budgets. For example, if you
want to replace your kitchen countertops
but cant afford engineered quartz countertops, you might be able to find a less
expensive alternative, such as tile, that
you like just as much. But its best to research such alternatives before you decide
to replace your existing countertops. If you
cant find a less expensive alternative, you
might want to postpone the project until
you can grow your budget. But starting the
project without first grasping its true cost
is a recipe for disaster, so do your homework before you find your toolbox and start
working.
Build unforeseen expenses into your
budget. Another way to stay within your
budget is to include budget-busting unforeseen expenses into the budget from the
get-go. Whether youre doing the project
yourself or paying a contractor, nearly every home improvement project will present
some unforeseen, and costly, hurdles. For
example, you might find mold inside the
walls when youre converting a basement,
and it can cost a pretty penny to make that
mold go away. If you go into the project
expecting such hurdles, then the financial
sting of addressing them wont prove too
great a burden. But if the mold catches you
and your budget completely off guard, you
might be forced to overextend that budget
or make sacrifices elsewhere in order to
complete the project. Build some contingency money, including permit and permit
fees, into your home improvement project to safeguard against such unforeseen
issues.
Get to work. If youre hiring a contractor, speak to him or her before signing
a contract to see if there is anywhere you
can pitch in to keep the labor costs low.
You might be able to pitch in during the
demolition phase, saving the cost of paying your contractors workers to tear down
walls or remove debris you can just as easily remove yourself. Another way to pitch
in is to do the end-of-day cleanup yourself.
Any role you play with regard to labor will
likely need to be negotiated upfront, but
you can save yourself a substantial amount
of money on labor if youre willing to get
your hands dirty.
Determine if piecemeal is the most
affordable option. Sometimes it makes
sense to tackle one project at a time, while
other times you might want to combine
projects to save on the cost of materials.
For instance, if your ultimate goal is to install wood flooring throughout your home,
determine if it makes more financial sense
to install the flooring all at once rather than
doing one or two rooms at a time. You
might save by buying all of your materials
at once rather than buying a small amount
of materials several times over the next
several years.
Home improvement projects often go
a long way toward making a home more
enjoyable for its owners and inhabitants.
And while such projects can be costly,
homeowners who stay disciplined can still
get their dream homes without busting
their budgets.
Realtors Choice
To list a
property in our next
Realtors Choice edition,
call Jennifer
at 301-373-4125.
Sports
News
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man time trials starting at 2pm, and the Jet Show starts at
7pm! So call all your friends and head to Budds Creek!
This Sunday, Aug. 24 MIR will hold the IREV Summer Import Revolution featuring: All Import Drag Racing, a Custom Car Show, Bikini Contest, Burnout Contest,
Vendor Midway, Beautiful Women, and Great Food! Ten
different classes will be featured at the event including
Heads-Up classes, Index Classes, Bracket Classes, and
Fun Runs. The IREV event's main attraction is the Custom Car Show drawing tuners and exotics from all over
the DMV area with classes for every type of car! Tons of
trophies and special awards are given out at every event!
In addition to the Drag Racing and Custom Car Show the
IREV event features the very popular $1,200 Bikini Contest and a Vendor Midway. So don't miss all the action this
Sunday. Gates will open at 9am, Car Show registration
starts at 10am, and Drag Racing begins at 10am. Admission is $20 for adults and just $5 for Kids 6-11. Car Show
entry is just $30 and you can even enter your own street
car in the "Fun Runs" class for just $25.
For more detailed information on these events call the
24-Hour Dragline Hotline at 301-884-RACE or visit us at
www.mirdrag.com
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Sports
News
Bleachers
Fashion Faux Pas
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Thursday, Aug. 21
Shakespeare in the Green: As You Like It
State House Lawn, Historic St. Marys City
7 p.m.
Grab a blanket and picnic and enjoy
Shakepeares As You Like It on the State
House green. This production is brought to us
through a partnership with Newtowne Players. Charge is $15 for adults. For reservations,
call 240-895-4990 or email info@stmaryscity.org.
Friday, Aug. 22
Country Life Outdoors Festival
St. Marys County Fairgrounds,42455 Fairgrounds Road, Leonardtown 3 to 8 p.m.
Winegardner Auto Group is hosting the
Country Life Outdoors Festival from Aug.
22 to 24! Join us for Ultimate Air Dogs, Paul
Bunyan Lumberjack Show, Waterfowl Calling Competition, live music performances
and more!
Hours:
Aug. 22 3 to 8 p.m.
Aug. 23 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Aug. 24 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sotterley Barn Bash
Historic Sotterley Plantation, The Barn,
44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood 5 p.m.
Need a fun family-friendly night out
with live music and dancing? The Country
Memories Band will be at Sotterley on Saturday, August 23, 2014 with the goal of delighting you and yours with traditional country favorites and golden oldies and getting
you all out on the dance floor! This Southern
Maryland band has earned a strong following
over the past 14 years; once you hear them,
you will become part of the following. Did
you know? Sotterleys very own Joe Goldsmith is one of the band members! So come
on down Sotterley Lane and let your hair
down with family and friends, as you enjoy
songs made famous by Merle Haggard, Hank
Williams, Johnny Cash, Conway Twitty,
Patsy Cline, Tammy Wynette, Loretta Lynne
and many other country legends. Admission
is $5 per person at the gate. Food by Lennys
Restaurant; beer and wine for purchase. Fore
more information, call 301-373-2280.Doors
Saturday, Aug. 23
Annual Womens Conference
First Missionary Baptist Church, 6430 Jefferson Pike, Frederick 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Conference Theme is Advancing
the Kingdom of God:Women of Purpose &
Power. Guest Preacher will be Rev. Irene
Smith, Associate Pastor, of Mt. Ennon Baptist Church in Clinton, Md. Guest Facilitators are Co-Pastor Cynthia Thompson of To
Tell the Truth Ministries in Lexington Park,
Md. & Evangelist Marie Moye of Macedonia
Church of God In Christ in Washington, D.C.
Pre-Registration is encouraged & available
after each Sunday Worship Service. For more
information, contact the church at 301-8638388. It promises to a SPIRITUALLY Uplifting Conference. Invite your Friends.
Sunday, Aug. 24
Journey Performs Live!
Calvert Marine Museum,14200 Solomons
Island Road, Solomons 7:30 p.m.
Waterside Music Series presentsJourneyon the PNC Waterside Pavilion. Tickets
are $124/$84/$74/$64,additional fees apply.
Purchase tickets atwww.calvertmarinemuseum.com, call 1-800-787-9454 or stop by
Prince Frederick Ford/Jeep/Dodge. The museum closes at 3 p.m.
Monday, Aug. 25
Eats Local Dinner
Tuesday, Aug. 26
SOMD Youth Orchestra Auditions
Chopticon High School, 25390 Colton Point
Road, Morganza 6 to 8:30 p.m.
The Southern Maryland Youth Orchestra (SMYOrch) is pleased to announce
auditions for the upcoming fall season. All
interested middle-school and high-school
musicians are encouraged to attend. The orchestra is currently seeking all instruments.
Non-traditional orchestral instruments are
also welcome. Auditions will be held August
26 to 28. Interested musicians should go to
www.smyorchestra.org to complete an audition registration form and request an audition
date.
Maryland Writers Association Meeting
Lexington Park Library, Meeting Room A,
21677 F.D.R. Boulevard, Lexington Park
6:30 p.m.
Come and join us for a talk on Baltimore Review fiction editor Holly MorseEllingtons experience as both a writer and
as an editor, and how this dual identity has
informed her own writing. This event is free
for first-timers, or join the Maryland Writers
Association at the door. Light refreshments
provided. For more information, visit www.
marylandwriters.org.
Wednesday, Aug. 27
Fun Funky Family Fair
Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon
Stinnett Avenue, Chesapeake Beach 6 to
8 p.m.
Families! Come find out about all the
great organizations offeringfun activitiesfor
children in the Twin Beaches area including: Scouts, Baton, Cooking Classes, Acting,
After-School Clubs, Music, Yoga, Museums
and much more! The event is free ofcharge
and food will be available for purchase.
Formoreinformation contactPaul Lundberg at 410-257-2554.
Thursday, Aug. 28
Echoes of Nature: Sea Squirts
Calvert Marine Museum,14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons 10 to
10:30 a.m.
Special Guest from Echoes of Nature will present Warm and Fuzzy,
sponsored by PNC Bank. Free drop-in
program for toddlers 18 months to 3
years. Call 410-326-2042 for more information. Little Minnows
Calvert Marine Museum,14200
Solomons Island Road, Solomons 11
a.m. to noon.
Special Guest from Echoes of Nature will present Hunting for a Square
Meal, sponsored by PNC Bank. Children ages 3 5 years are invited to participate. Space is limited. Preregistration suggested. Fee is $4 for members,
$5 for non-members. Call 410-3262042, ext. 41.
Friday, Aug. 29
Artworks@7th Exhibit Opening
Artworks@7th, 9100 Bay Avenue, North
Beach 5 to 9 p.m.
William H. Thayer will be the featured artist at Artworks @ 7th for the
month of September. The show, entitled Landscape/Seascape: Visions
of Maryland, features Mr. Thayers
keen eye for the beauty and contrasting views of Maryland. His work has
been featured recently in Whats Up?
Annapolis Magazine and his image
of the State House in Annapolis was
used for the Maryland State Tourism
Boards brochure for national distribution. The photographs for this show
will be presented in both traditional and
non-traditional formats which further
compliment the allure and interest of
Marylands charm and beauty. For more
information, call 410-286-5278 or visit
our website at www.artworksat7th.com.
Saturday, Aug. 30
Library of Congress National Book
Festival
Calvert Libraries All Day
For just $15, you can secure your
seat for a ride to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, the new
indoor home of the National Book
Festival. The air-conditioned school
bus will pick-up at 10 a.m. at the Sunderland Park and Ride. The bus will
depart from the Convention Center at
5 p.m. Tickets can be purchased from
any Calvert Library branch. For more
information, contact Joan Kilmon of
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch
at 410-257-2411.
Sunday, Aug. 31
America Legion Pork and Beef Sandwich Sale
American Legion Post 221, 21690
Colton Point Road, Avenue 11 a.m.
to 4 p.m.
American Legion Post 221 is sponsoring a pork loin and beef sandwich
sale. Pork loin, sliced roast beef, and
BBQ beef sandwiches will be sold on
bot Saturday and Sunday. Sandwiches
will cost $6 each. Call 301-884-4071 for
further information.
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In Our
Community
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center will be at Lexington Park library
on Aug. 27 and at the Charlotte Hall branch
on Sept. 4, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at both locations. It will be at the Leonardtown branch
from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sept. 9. Job seekers can stop by and get help with their resumes and job searches as well as get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange.
Wandering
County
Books
Left
Around
Copies of The Distance Between Us: a Memoir by Reyna Grande have been left in public places around the county to be picked
up, read, and passed on by those who find
them. Those finding the books can register
the book to be entered in a drawing for a gift
certificate. Instructions are posted the book.
The Distance Between Us is this years One
Maryland One Book, the state-wide community read sponsored by the Maryland Humanities Council. Copies of the book are available
at the branches and also can be downloaded
as an audio or eBook from the librarys website. Book discussions are scheduled in October.
Forever YoursFaithfully!
Tickets Still Available to see
Journey on Sunday, August 24
Tickets are still available for the hotter-than-ever legendary band Journey! In
a career spanning five decades, its hard
to believe Neal Schon, Jonathan Cain,
Ross Valory, Deen Castronovo and Arnel Pineda are performing live on August
24 at the Calvert Marine Museum. This
is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see
an arena quality show in an intimate local venue. Tickets for this end of summer
classic rock show are $84/$74/$64 and are
available online at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com, by calling 1-800-787-9454
or in person at Prince Frederick Ford/
Jeep/Dodge.
Bring your friends, reminisce and
sing-along to two-full hours of Journey
hits like Faithfully, Anyway You Want It,
Separate Ways and so many more songs
you know and love. Since the group's formation in 1973, the band has earned 19
Top 40 singles and 25 Gold and Platinum
albums. Dont Stop Believin, Schon
said, has become this national anthem,
world anthem. Its really wild. If some-
Entertainment
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By Lauren Procopio
Staff Writer
Summerseat Farm, one of the most historical venues in
St. Marys, is hosting the Southern Fried Music Festival Saturday, Sept. 6 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The proceeds of the event
will go toward feeding the animals, maintaining the barns and
structures and the funding of the historical and archeological
research done at Summerseat Farm. Jimmy and Teri Dicus
are organizing the Southern Fried Music Festival.
The event is headlining with the Charlie Daniels Band,
other musical guests include Southern Marylands own, Sam
Grow band; Jason Michael Carroll, Justin Myles and David
Norris.
According to event organizer Jimmy Dicus, the venue
could not be any better.
The sound is amazing and the views are amazing, it sets
us apart from any other venue, there is great seating no matter
where you are.
The stage is located at the bottom of the sloping hill at
the farm and can be seen from any view, said Dicus.
The event will also host games such as corn hole and
human foosball. The festival will showcase a portion of their
archeological artifacts from the farm, the Southern Maryland
Carousel Group will have their horses at the event and the
Love and Theft, Danielle Bradbery and Sam Grow performed Friday, Aug. 15 at the Country Stars and Hot Cars benefit concert and car show, presented by Friends of Cedar Lane.
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Goin
In Entertainment
Thursday, Aug. 21
Friday, Aug. 22
HydraFx
Back Road Inn (22094 Newtowne
Neck Road, Compton) 8 p.m.
Joe Parsons
Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell
Road, Dowell) 8 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 23
Bar Dogs
Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse
(16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point)
8 p.m.
Funkzilla
Back Road Inn (22094 Newtowne
Neck Road, Compton) 8 p.m.
Unchained
Holiday Inn (155 Holiday Drive, Solomons) 9 p.m.
Sunday, Aug. 24
Elk Hold Em Bounty Tournament
St. Marys Elks Lodge (45779 Fire
Department Lane, Lexington Park) 2
p.m.
25th Hour Band Fundraiser for Bob
Schaller
Back Road Inn (22094 Newtowne
Neck Road, Compton) 8 p.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 27
Cobble Stone
Edge Stone
Only $198 ea.
Only $399ea.
Curb Stone
Only $388ea.
$ 99
ea.
Path or WalkWaY
Thursday, Aug. 28
Aaron Zimmer
Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell
Road, Dowell) 8 p.m.
Rusty and Steve
Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse
(16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point)
7:30 p.m.
Pavers
Pond Stone
Flagstone Path
45000/pallet
Bradstone Steppers
10 or more $2488ea.
Standard Pavers
$ 49
ea.
Friday, Aug. 29
Miles from Clever
Back Road Inn (22094 Newtowne
Neck Road, Compton) 8 p.m.
Still Standing
Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell
Road, Dowell) 8:30 p.m.
Holland Stone
Tumbled
Design Patio Kit
10 x 12 Patio Kit.
Red, Onyx & Natural
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George Dunn
Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse
(16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point)
7:30 p.m.
Funkzilla
Gridiron Grill (20855 Callaway Village Way, Callaway) 8 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 30
George Dunn
Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell
Road, Dowell) 8 p.m.
Monday, Aug. 25
Team Trivia
Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell
Road, Dowell) 7 p.m.
Old English
Wall Blocks
Drift Roses
Dwarf Spirea
3 or more $2488ea.
PERENNIALS
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ea.
Monday, Sept. 1
Team Trivia
Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell
Road, Dowell) 7 p.m.
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3. Unworthiness
4. Bone
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6. Relating to musical notes
7. Claviceps fungus disease
8. Marine algae
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SENIOR LIVING
Bowling season starts Sept. 11
Grandparents are invited to bring their toddler and preschool age grandchildren to a Grandparents Day celebration
at the Garvey Senior Activity Center on Friday, Sep. 12 at 11
a.m. Children and grandparents will participate in story time
facilitated by staff from the St. Marys County Library. Following the story, grandparents and kids will work together to
make stuffed teddy bears (1 bear per child), and enjoy a pizza
lunch. The cost is $3 per person. Make reservations on or before Sep. 2 by calling 301-475-4200, ext. 1050.
Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-737-5670, ext. 1652; Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050
Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 1001
Visit the Department of Agings website at www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information.
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Wanderings
of an
Aimless
Min
Countdown to
Reunion
By Shelby Oppermann
Contributing Writer
Laura Joyce will return with a column in next week's County Times.
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