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Move to New Administration Building Begins

Commissioners Hold First Meeting There on Nov. 18
By Dick Myers several county departments have been
Staff Writer relocated from 205 Main St. (Courthouse
Square) to the new CAB..
After years of discussion about what to Drop boxes (blue boxes) for the following
do, and two years of banging nails and departments are now available in the CAB
laying sheetrock and shingles, the new parking lot, near the building’s loading dock
Calvert County Administration Building on the northeast corner of the building:
(CAB) is methodically opening for busi- • Public Works (Public Works agree-
ness. The Calvert County Board of County ments and other related documents)
Commissioners (BOCC) will be holding • Environmental Health (permit applica-
their first meeting in the building on Nov. 18 tions and forms)
on the first floor, in a meeting room which • Planning & Zoning (permit submis-
seats 228 people, far larger than the current sions and documents)
one in the courthouse. Residents who previously used these drop
The commissioners will be sharing the boxes should now begin using the new loca-
first floor of the new building with the tion. The former drop boxes at 205 Main St.
Treasurer’s Office, which will relocate from have been permanently removed.
the courthouse in December or January. Drop boxes are accessible 24 hours a day,
The new building was accelerated at seven days a week.
the request of the members of the county’s The drop boxes at the 175 Main St.
judiciary, who were desperate for additional will remain and should be used for the
space in the courthouse. The commissioners’ “Following the demolition of the old According to a press release, “The pub- Treasurer’s Office until further notice.
office was the first to move to turn over their County Services Plaza in 2021, construc- lic is invited to attend the Nov. 18 meet- For questions, contact General Services
space in the courthouse to the judges. tion on the CAB began in September 2023 ing. Meetings will continue to be available at 410-535-1600, ext. 2327, or by email at
Two commissioner boards ago, the new and final closeout work is now being com- at Calvert County Government’s YouTube [email protected].
building was targeted for the site of the old pleted,” the county says. page. The public can also listen to commis- Find information on Calvert County
National Guard Armory. But a new board, The project cost was $40 million, paid sioner meetings via telephone by calling Government services online at www.
led by Commissioner Buddy Hance, piv- with general obligation bonds. The main 929-229-2458, meeting ID: 202-970-551, CalvertCountyMd.gov. Stay up to date with
oted to using the site of the County Services contractor on the project is Forrester passcode #. Meetings can also be watched Calvert County Government on Facebook
Plaza, a smaller building that housed several Construction of Rockville. live on Channel 99 and 1070. at www.facebook.com/CalvertCountyMd
agencies. That building was demolished in When guests arrive at the main entrance, In conjunction with the move into the new and YouTube at www.youtube.com/
2021 to make way for the new building. It they will see a set of glass double doors. building, the Calvert County Department of CalvertCountyGov.
was built in the 1970s. Entry is through the right-side set of doors, Public Works, General Services Division,
The new County Administration Building while exiting is through the left set of doors. announces that document drop boxes for [email protected]
is 103,000 square feet and four stories. Upon entering the building, visitors will
According to information supplied by pass through security by the Calvert County
county government at the request of The Sheriff’s Office deputies into the lobby.
County Times, “This new building consoli- “We are delighted to welcome residents
dates county employees from multiple loca- and the community to the new County
tions, including the County Services Plaza, Administration Building, a centralized loca-
Courthouse Annex, Albright Building, 131 tion for county services. This move consol-
Main Street, 30 Duke Street and the Circuit idates many county services into a single
Courthouse.” modern, centralized and convenient location
The CAB’s second floor houses in the county seat of Prince Frederick,” said
Communications and Media Relations, County Administrator Linda Turner.
Economic Development, Technology The new County Administration
Services, the county administrator’s office, Building is at 150 Main Street in Prince
and the county attorney’s office. On the third Frederick. The Nov. 18 meeting will be in
floor reside Planning & Zoning, Inspections the Chesapeake Hearing Room, Room 119.
and Permits, Human Resources, and the The Calvert County Commissioners held
Environmental Health division of the their last meeting at the Calvert County
Calvert County Health Department. On the Courthouse on Oct. 28, where many boards
fourth floor are Public Works, Finance & have been meeting since the current building
Budget, and Soil Conservation. opened in 1916.

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CALVERT COUNTY INFORMATION & EVENTS
Calvert County Government will be responsible and accountable to all citizens of Calvert County; provide high quality, effective and efficient
services; preserve Calvert County’s environment, heritage and rural character; foster opportunities for responsible and sustainable residential
growth and economic development; and support Calvert County’s essential institutions and keep them strong.

UPCOMING MEETINGS Free Paper Shredding Event

Meetings are open to the public and subject to change. Watch here:
YouTube | Meetings on Demand | Comcast channel 99 or 1070 HD Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Board of County Commissioners Meeting Huntingtown High School
Next meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, 10 a.m.
Commissioners’ Hearing Room, 150 Main St., Prince Frederick 4125 Solomons Island Road, Huntingtown
Boards and Commissions Meetings
Meetings are held via Teams unless otherwise noted.
Meeting IDs and passwords are available at calvertcountymd.gov.
Animal Matters Hearing Board Regular (Open) Meeting
Nov. 12 2025, 5:30 p.m.
Calvert County Animal Shelter
Calvert County Parks & Recreation is gathering
5055 Hallowing Point Road, Prince Frederick
feedback for the new Cove Point Park Playground!
Historic Disctrict Commission Meeting
Nov. 12 2025, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Share your feedback by taking the survey,
Community Resources Building, 30 Duke St., Prince Frederick open now through Nov. 19.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Meeting
Nov. 12 2025, 7-8:30 p.m.
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Thanksgiving, all adoption fees will be waived from 2025 Calvert County Christmas Parade held
Nov. 1-30. Animals of all ages and personalities are on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 10 a.m. to noon in
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Matching Funds Democrat Files for

Available for New, District 29 Senate Seat
Expanding Farms Chuck Borges has filed his candidacy as a
Democrat for the District 29 (St. Mary’s/
Calvert) Maryland Senate seat currently
The Southern Maryland Agricultural sales, home delivery, on-farm sales). held by Republican Jack Bailey, who has
Development Commission (SMADC), • Purchasing foundation livestock and filed for re-election.
a division of the Tri-County Council for plant stock. Borges issued the following statement:
Southern Maryland, is excited to announce • Marketing and promotion of current “I’m a retired Naval officer, decorated
the 13th Round of the Southern Maryland farm operations. combat veteran, and former civil servant
Farmer Mini-Grant Program. • New fencing for enhancement, expan- at agencies including the CDC and Social
This program will award up to $60,000 sion, or protection. Security. I spent nearly 23 years in the Navy
in matching funds to help both new and • Hoop houses and materials for value- and much of the past five years in civil ser-
experienced farmers start, diversify, or added food production. vice in the technology sector.
expand their agricultural projects. • On-farm upgrades to enhance food “I have dedicated my life to either
Applications are now open and will close safety, packing, and production, defending the public or finding solutions
on Wednesday, December 31st. including freezers and refrigeration. to its most pressing problems, and I’m writ-
Applications for the mini-grants offer Since its establishment in 2016, the ing to you to announce my candidacy for
awards of up to $3,000 per farmer and Farmer Mini-Grant Program has funded the Maryland District 29 State Senate seat.
require a one-to-one dollar match. These 208 applications, awarding a total of “My father was an Air Force enlisted
grants are specifically designed to assist new $361,763 to Southern Maryland farms. soldier turned FAA Air Traffic Controller, Chuck Borges
and beginning farmers with small start-up Full details on the SMADC Southern so I experienced first-hand how govern-
projects, as well as to help experienced Maryland Farmer Mini-Grant Program, ment decisions can impact a family’s liveli- costs, improve outcomes for our agricul-
farmers (both urban and rural) diversify or including Round 13 Criteria, Guidelines, hood during the PATCO strike in 1981. We tural sector, protect our biodiversity, and
expand their current agricultural businesses. Eligibility, and access to the online applica- moved to rural upstate New York following improve food security.
All funded projects must be simple in scope tion, are available on the SMADC website the strike due to the lower cost of living, “With the challenges our country faces
and be completed within one year. at www.SMADC.com under the “Farmer and we learned hard lessons about afford- today, we need strong, vibrant, and sus-
Grant funds can be used for a wide range Resources” section on the Mini-Grants ability and community. tainable community growth to thrive.
of needs, including: information page. “I went to MIT on a Navy ROTC schol- This means ensuring that we provide our
• Equipment and services to transition arship, was on deployment during 9/11, and agricultural community with the tools and
a farm’s sales strategy (e.g., online Press Release from SMADC was awarded a ‘Combat V’ for individual resources they need to be successful, that
action in Iraq. our residents have training and job pros-

County Seeks Volunteer

“I moved to Southern Maryland in 2005 pects to provide them security and safety,
to attend Test Pilot’s School and (apart from and that we understand how to attract new
military contingencies) have made this area industry and jobs to the region.

Grant Reviewers my home here ever since.

“Our region’s rural entrepreneurship
brings back fond memories of my roots,
“As the State Senator representing St.
Mary’s and southern Calvert County, I will
champion state policies that incentivize
The Calvert County Department of in Calvert County, especially in Prince while our tech savvy shows an area poised local sustainability and growth while pro-
Community Resources is seeking volun- Frederick or Lusby, and who are commit- to lead the nation in new technology areas. tecting our agricultural development and
teers to serve as community reviewers for ted to fairness, equity and transparency, and “After Test Pilot’s School, I served as biodiversity.
the Community Reinvestment and Repair interested in making a positive impact on NAVAIR’s Chief Data Officer and worked “Service to my country, making an
Fund (CRRF) grant awards. their community, are encouraged to apply. to keep our sailors safe using data innova- impact in the lives of others, and ensur-
This short-term volunteer opportunity Applicants should include: tion. I started my civil service career as a ing everyone has equitable opportunities to
supports equitable investment in com- • Individuals who can review informa- Presidential Innovation Fellow at the CDC learn, live, and grow have been the guid-
munity programs and services in Prince tion objectively and consistently during COVID, working to help agencies ing principles of my life. I am honored to
Frederick and Lusby. • Outcome-focused and detail-oriented respond faster to public health challenges. have the opportunity to earn your vote, and
Reviewers will independently evaluate people In my last civil service job, I stood up to I hope to be able to learn from each of you
grant applications using a scoring rubric. • Individuals with experience in one of DOGE to protect the public’s most sensi- over the course of this campaign. Together
Scores and feedback will help inform award the priority funding areas tive data. Protecting the public is our most we can build policies that strengthen and
recommendations. Financial and eligibility To apply complete the reviewer sign-up sacred trust. support us all.”
reviews will be completed separately by form at www.CalvertCountyMd.gov/CRRF. “Now I’m looking forward to drawing “To learn more about Chuck’s cam-
county staff. For questions, contact the Department of on my experiences in modern technology paign, visit his website at www.chuck4md.
This commitment requires approxi- Community Resources at 410-535-1600, and innovation to accelerate solutions that com or find him across social media at
mately five hours total, completed at your ext. 8803, or email community.grants@ provide affordable housing, reduce medical Chuck4MD.”
own pace between Nov. 17 and Nov. 30. calvertcountymd.gov.

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A brief training session and all necessary
materials will be provided. Press release from Calvert County
Community members who live or work Government

Small Campaign
New Three-Way Stop in This holiday season, the Department of business hours, promotions and discounts

Prince Frederick Economic Development is celebrating

Calvert County’s small businesses with its
Shop Small Y’all campaign. Local busi-
offered through mid-January. There is no
cost to participate.
Shoppers: Be sure to support local
The Calvert County Department of Public obey all posted signage and be alert to the nesses are invited to share their holiday businesses during the holiday season and
Works advises motorists that a new three- updated traffic pattern. deals and promotions on the Shop Small throughout the year. Visit ChooseCalvert.
way stop has been installed at the intersection To help alert drivers, “New Traffic Y’all webpage which will be promoted com/ShopSmallYall for exclusive
of Armory Road and Armory Square near Pattern Ahead” signs have been posted through radio, social media and digital promotions, festive event details and
the new shopping center in Prince Frederick. at the site and will remain in place while ads, giving participating businesses added special discounts.
The change, implemented to improve motorists adjust to the new stop. visibility. Shop Small, Y’all!
traffic flow and pedestrian safety in the To be considered for inclusion, busi-
area, introduces a new stop sign for driv- Press Release from Calvert County nesses are encouraged to complete the sub- Press Release from Calvert County
ers traveling along Armory Road. Government mission form and provide details such as Government.
Motorists are advised to use caution,
 7 COPS & COURTS Calvert County Times Thursday, November 13, 2025

CALVERT COUNTY POLICE BLOTTER

During the week of October 20, 2025 – towed. A search of the vehicle revealed while impaired. During the stop, Sgt. Durner Center and charged with Trespassing:
October 26, 2025, Calvert County Sheriff’s several small baggies containing suspected identified the passenger as Janae Kristi Private Property, CDS: Possession of
Office Deputies responded to 2,472 calls for crack cocaine, a crack pipe, and other con- Gatchell, 48, of Indian Head. While speak- Paraphernalia, and CDS: Possession - Not
service throughout the community, includ- trolled dangerous paraphernalia. Howard ing with Gatchell, Sgt. Durner observed an Cannabis.
ing, but not limited to: was charged with Theft: $1,500–$25,000, unmarked pill bottle containing numerous
• Check Welfare / Mental Health: 53 Rogue and Vagabond, CDS: Possession – Not pills in her purse. A subsequent search of the Damaged Property: 25-87383 On October
• Disorderly: 20 Cannabis, CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia, vehicle, incident to arrest, revealed a crack 20, 2025, DFC McCourt responded to the
• Domestics: 15 and Second-Degree Assault. pipe with residue, over 60 assorted pills, 1000 block of Cattle Drive Lane in Lusby
• Motor Vehicle Crashes: 55 several containers of suspected fentanyl, for a report of property destruction. The com-
• Patrol Checks / School Checks: 1060 CDS Violation: multiple cut straws and clear baggies with plainant reported that an unknown suspect or
• Suspicious Persons / Vehicles: 26 25-89049 On white residue (suspected fentanyl), a glass suspects attempted to pry open his mailbox,
• Traffic Complaints: 70 October 24, 2025, smoking device with white residue (sus- causing approximately $100 in damage.
• Traffic Stops: 599 F/Sgt. Denton ini- pected fentanyl), and a digital scale. Both
• 911 Hang Ups: 57 tiated a traffic individuals were transported to the Calvert Telephone Misuse:
• ARRESTS: 48 stop on a vehicle County Detention Center. Gatchell was 25-89356 On
observed driving charged with CDS: Possession with Intent October 25, 2025,
CDS Violation: erratically, nearly to Distribute Narcotics, CDS: Possession DFC Savick and
25-88096 On striking a guard- – Not Cannabis, and CDS: Possession of Deputy Madura
October 22, 2025, Jessica Lynn Tazelaar rail and another Paraphernalia. Tazelaar was charged with responded to the
Deputy Grabill vehicle. Contact CDS: Possession – Not Cannabis, CDS: 3400 block of
responded to the was made with Possession of Paraphernalia, DWI, and Silverton Lane
BP Gas Station the driver, Jessica other traffic-related offenses. in Chesapeake
located at 2975 W. Lynn Tazelaar, Latisha Chevonne Creek Beach for multi-
Chesapeake Beach 38, of Indian Head, CDS Violation: ple false 911 calls.
Road in Dunkirk who appeared to be 25-88066 On Investigation revealed Latisha Chevonne
Jonathan Tyrone Howard for the report of an under the influence October 21, 2025, Creek, 53 of Chesapeake Beach, had made
assault. Investigation of a controlled dan- Deputy Morgal ini- 11 false reports of someone being in her
revealed that Jonathan Tyrone Howard, 41 gerous substance. tiated a traffic stop home. After deputies confirmed no one was
of Ft. Washington, had assaulted a female Tazelaar submitted on a vehicle with an inside, Creek was arrested and charged with
inside a vehicle parked at the station. Howard Janae Kristi Gatchell to a series of stan- inoperative tag light Telephone Misuse: Repeat Calls.
was placed under arrest for Second-Degree dardized field sobri- and expired regis-
Assault. Further investigation determined ety tests, which determined she was impaired tration in the area of Theft: 25-89237 On October 25, 2025,
the vehicle had been reported stolen out of and unable to safely operate a motor vehi- Gerald Calvin Creek Claggett Road and Deputy MacWilliams responded to the
Washington, D.C., and it was subsequently cle. She was placed under arrest for driving Dalrymple Road 3900 block of 2nd Street in North Beach
in Sunderland. Contact was made with the for a reported theft. The victim advised that
occupants, who consented to a search of the between 6:30 and 9:30 p.m., an unknown
vehicle. During the encounter, the passen- suspect stole a Samsung Galaxy A15 phone
ger, Gerald Calvin Creek, 63 of Sunderland, from his unlocked vehicle. The estimated
began removing items from his pocket, caus- value of the stolen property is $240.
ing a silver wrapper containing a white, rock-
like substance (suspected crack cocaine) to Theft: 25-89433 On October 26, 2025,
fall to the ground. He was transported to the DFC Mister responded to Wawa at 305
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Calvert County Detention Center and charged Market Square Drive for a reported theft.
with CDS: Possession - Not Cannabis and Surveillance showed an unknown suspect,
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responded to the
11700 block of Mill Editor’s Note: The above arrests are not an
Bridge Road in indication of guilt or innocence as the cases
DECEMBER 6 & 7 | 10AM – 5PM Lusby for a report
of trespassing. Upon
have not been adjudicated.

Jeffrey Don Borgholthaus arrival, contact was Anyone with information about these inci-

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Don Borgholthaus, 43 of Lusby, who had
dents is asked to call the Sheriff’s Office at
(410) 535-2800 and reference the case num-
been previously trespassed indefinitely from ber provided. Citizens may remain anony-
DECEMBER 6, 13, & 20 | 12PM – 4PM the property. Borgholthaus was placed under mous thru the ‘Submit a Tip’ feature on the
arrest for Trespassing. A search of his person Calvert County Sheriff’s Office mobile app.
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Angel Trees Bring Parks and Recreation

Holiday Cheer to Winter Sports
County Seniors Registration Open
’Tis the Season to Spread Joy. The Calvert The Calvert County Department of Parks
County Sheriff’s Office is excited to kick & Recreation (CCPR) announces winter
off their 5th Annual Angel Tree Program! sports registration is now open to Calvert
You’ll find their Angel Trees in two County residents.
locations: Adult basketball is open to players ages
• The Sheriff’s Office Lobby, 30 Church 18 and older, excluding high school stu-
Street in Prince Frederick dents. Participants must be 18 by Dec. 31,
• Mike Paxson State Farm, 140 Main 2025. Registration is team-based, with a fee
Street in Prince Frederick of $800 per team; registrants are responsi-
Each angel on the tree represents a hol- ble for forming their own teams of 10-15
iday wish from a Calvert County senior at players. Games are played at Northeast fill up quickly. Volunteer coaches for youth
Southern Pines, and these thoughtful gifts Community Center, located at 4075 Gordon basketball are also needed in all divisions.
mean the world to them. Stinnett Ave. in Chesapeake Beach, on Interested applicants are invited to email
We invite you to stop by, pick an angel, Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-10 [email protected] for a coach-
and help make a senior’s season merry and p.m., beginning Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026. The ing application.
bright! Simply: registration deadline is Friday, Dec. 19. To Rookie basketball registration is open to
• Choose an angel (or two!) register and obtain a roster form, email children in kindergarten through third grade
• Purchase the gift listed on the tag [email protected]. to learn fundamental basketball skills. The
• Wrap it with care and return it with the Youth basketball registration is open to program meets once weekly for eight weeks
angel attached by December 10 children ages 9-17 now through Friday, beginning Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026. The cost is
Your kindness and generosity help Nov. 14, 2025, or until divisions are full. $66 for children ages 5-6 and $76 for children
spread the true spirit of the holidays across The registration fee is $100 for the first ages 7-8. The deadline to register is Friday,
our community. Thank you for joining us in child, with a $6 discount for each additional Dec. 19, 2025, or until divisions are full.
bringing smiles, warmth, and holiday cheer family member. A CCPR game jersey can Winter sports registration can be completed
to our Calvert County seniors. be purchased for an additional $20, payable online or by calling 410-535-1600, ext. 2649.
the first week of practice. Early registration Email [email protected] with
Press release from CCSO is encouraged as youth basketball divisions questions about winter sports registration.

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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.

Sat, Nov 15 Mon, Nov 17 begin at 7:00 pm. Join us for dinner, the dis- Bilingual Conversation Hour:
cussion, or both! https://CalvertLibrary.info. Spanish-English
Freedom Fund Luncheon Proven Program to Prevent or Delay
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch
Diabetes Social on the Spectrum: Neurodivergent
Vianney Room 4100 5th St., North Beach
Peer Support Group
Prince Frederick Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch 6:30-7:30 p.m.
10:30 a.m. 4100 5th St., North Beach Calvert Library Prince Frederick
We will get to practice our English and
11 a.m.-12 p.m. 850 Costley Way
The NAACP Calvert is celebrating Historic Spanish Conversation Skills! It will be a
6:30-7:30 p.m.
W.S. Brooks High School and the 160th Take charge of your health! Join our free, time for community members to help each
Anniversary of Bowie State University. fun and supportive year-long diabetes pre- Join us for a neurodivergent peer support other out with their language needs! Did you
W.S. Brooks High School was the segre- vention program for those at risk of diabetes conversation. This is a wonderful oppor- take Spanish in HS or College and are a little
gated high school where African American or looking to lose weight. Learn how small tunity to connect with peers about the joys rusty? 410-257-2411. https://CalvertLibrary.
students attended from 1938-1966. Keynote changes in eating, activity, and mindset and struggles of being a neurodivergent or info.
Speaker will be Dr. Aminta Breaux, pres- can lead to big results. Connect with oth- autistic adult, or those exploring their iden-
ident of Bowie State University. We will ers, build healthy habits, and reduce your tities on the spectrum. We welcome every-
start off with a silent auction at 10:30 a.m. risk together. Presented in partnership with one 18+ regardless of ability or diagnostic Thu, Nov 20
and then go into the luncheon and program the Calvert County Health Department. To status. This is a peer-led group, not therapy,
at 11 a.m. Price is $70 per person. Pay by register or learn more information, call 410- and is not intended to diagnose or as medi- Calvert Toastmasters Open House
check. Mail to: NAACP Calvert, P. O Box 535-5400 x514. cal advice. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
30 Duke St, Prince Frederick
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Extension Office meeting room
via Zelle at [email protected]
Tue, Nov 18 Astronomy Night
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Two Dog Night—A Dancing Dog Troupe: Join us for an open house to learn how
Calvert Library Fairview Branch
Poodles in Oz Tech Help Drop-in Hour Toastmasters can make you a more confident
Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings
speaker. Lunch will be provided. Can’t visit
Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch Calvert Library Southern Branch 7-8 p.m.
in person? email us at contact-1071664@
4100 5th St., North Beach 13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons
Come see what the night sky has to offer toastmastersclubs.org for zoom codes.
1-2 p.m. 2-3 p.m.
in the field behind Fairview. Learn about
Two-Dog Night will delight audiences with Learn how to troubleshoot and fix your tech the equipment used to view the sky from
music, song and dance starring dogs who problems! Need help with your devices? the Astronomy Club of Southern Maryland. Upcoming
perform alongside their human partners! Drop-in to Calvert Library’s open tech All ages welcome. Outdoor only event,
This joyful show features Poodles in Oz, hours! We are pleased to offer personalized weather permitting. 410-257-2101. https:// Pink Friday: A Celebration of Small
a light-hearted reimagining of L. Frank assistance with basic tech requests, com- CalvertLibrary.info. Businesses!
Baum’s classic tales. 410-257-2411. https:// puter and internet basics, e-Readers, Libby,
Calvert Museum Store
CalvertLibrary.info. Microsoft Office or Google apps, personal
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CalvertLibrary.info. Join the Museum Store for Pink Friday, a
Sun, Nov 16 Fairview Book Discussion nationwide event dedicated to celebrating
Dine Out Book Discussion and supporting small and local businesses!
Calvert Library Fairview Branch
Fossil Club Meeting and Public Lecture Launched in 2020, this special day takes
Panera Bread Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Road, Owings,
place annually on the Friday before Black
Calvert Marine Museum Prince Frederick & Zoom
Friday, encouraging everyone to shop small
1:30–4 p.m. 6-8 p.m. 2-3:30 p.m.
FIRST during the holiday season.
Meeting is at 1:30 p.m., followed by a free Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan. Join us online or in person to discuss Pink is the new Black – so let’s kick
public lecture at 2:30 p.m., both in the Harms “It is 1985, in an Irish town. During the “James” by Percival Everett. Pulitzer Prize off the festivities! Explore Solomons with
Gallery. Stephen Groff, CMM Research weeks leading up to Christmas, Bill Furlong, Winner and National Book Award Winner, our event map, guiding you through all
Associate, will present on the discovery of a coal and timber merchant, faces his busiest “James” is a brilliant reimagining of “The the participating Pink Friday shops. Enjoy
tiny but incredibly well-preserved Miocene season. As he does the rounds, he feels the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” as told exclusive deals, support your favorite local
fossil pea crabs from along Calvert Cliffs. past rising up to meet him - and encounters by enslaved Jim. Register in advance to businesses, and collect fun pink swag as you
the complicit silences of a small commu- receive the Zoom link via email if you wish shop from spot to spot! Additional details
nity controlled by the Church.” (from The to attend virtually. 410-257-2101. https:// will be announced closer to the date.
Booker Prize reading guide) We’ll have din- CalvertLibrary.info.
ner at 6:00 pm, and the book discussion will

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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.

Sat, Nov 15 Sun, Nov 16 Upcoming with historic food demonstrations. Bring a
canned good for $1 off admission.
Band of Brothers Fossil Club Meeting and Public Lecture Scuba with Santa
Pink Friday: A Celebration of Small
Flashback Restaurant Calvert Marine Museum College of Southern Maryland Wellness
Businesses!
21797 Coral Dr. N., Lexington Park 1:30–4 p.m. & Aquatics Center (WAC)
9 a.m. 22950 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown Calvert Museum Store,
Meeting is at 1:30 p.m., followed by a
Saturday, Dec. 6; 12 – 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21, Noon–7 p.m.
The Band of Brothers Inc.  PTSD/Suicide free public lecture at 2:30 p.m., both in
Prevention Group of So. Maryland, offers the Harms Gallery. Stephen Groff, CMM St. Mary’s County Government’s Join the Museum Store for Pink Friday, a
support for all Veterans in need of our ser- Research Associate, will present on the dis- Department of Recreation & Parks (R&P) nationwide event dedicated to celebrating
vices, as well as support for the local com- covery of tiny but incredibly well-preserved is hosting Santa Claus for an unforgettable and supporting small and local businesses!
munity. We provide help with VA Military Miocene fossil pea crabs from along Calvert holiday experience. Join the professionals Launched in 2020, this special day takes
Compensation Claims by appointment. Cliffs. of Southern Maryland Divers for a short place annually on the Friday before Black
Our members are supported by text, Discover Scuba course to learn the basics Friday, encouraging everyone to shop small
phone or personal interaction and are avail- Holiday Vendor Fair of scuba diving, then have your photo taken FIRST during the holiday season.
able at a moment’s notice. (301) 481-6752. with Santa—underwater! Pink is the new Black – so let’s kick
Mechanicsville Volunteer Rescue Squad
Registration is required, and participants off the festivities! Explore Solomons with
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Indoor Yard Sale must be age 8 or above. Anyone under 18 our event map, guiding you through all
MVRS vendor fair & food trucks. Raffles, will need to have a parent on site to sign the participating Pink Friday shops. Enjoy
Mechanicsville Rescue Squad
50/50, and baked goods for sale will also waivers. To register: exclusive deals, support your favorite local
28120 Old Flora Corner Road
be available! Check out our Facebook page businesses, and collect fun pink swag as you
7-11 a.m.
for more information: www.facebook.com/ Club Christmas Party shop from spot to spot!
Tables available for rent $15.00 contact MVRS29
The Rex
Linda Talton 240-298-8801 Community Christmas Tree Lighting
Leonardtown
Poker @ HVRS Mon, Nov 17 Dec. 11, 7-10 p.n. Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department
Social Hall
Join the Republican Central Committee
Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad Saturday, Nov. 29, doors open at 5 p.m.
Elk’s Monday Night Poker as we celebrate Christmas and the holiday
43256 Rescue Lane, Hollywood
season at The the Christmas season. Club • Fire truck rides 5-5:45
6 p.m. St. Mary’s County Elks Lodge
Christmas Party. If you have any ques- • Make reindeer dust
45779 Fire Department Ln., California
Texas Hold’Em. $85 buy-in for $20k in tions, please don’t hesitate to contact Club • Write letter to Santa
7 p.m.
chips. Rounds are 20 minutes each. Doors President Deb Rey at 301-997-4183 or smr- • Goodie bag
open at 5 pm, tournament starts at 6pm. Buy-in: $35. Blinds will start at 25-50 and [email protected] • Light refreshments available
BYOB, food and sodas will be available progress every 20 minutes. Please enter • Pictures with Santa
for purchase. Chance at 50/50 included in through the side of the building Hearth & Home
your buy-in. Tables deal their own cards, For any question or additional details
Historic St. Mary’s City
dealers are not provided. Late Entries per- contact Linda Hill, 240-925-5697 or
Nov. 28 & 29, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
mitted until 1st break, approx. 7 pm cut off. [email protected]
No rebuys allowed. Please enter from the side of the building. Celebrate the close of the museum season

UPCOMING EVENTS
Wicked: For Good writing, publishing, and more. No regis- common resume trends, as well as learn Matisse. We’ll have an example art
Release Party tration required for attendees. Charlotte about resources the Library offers on cre- piece to talk about and then we’ll
Choose Team Green or Team Pink Hall Library on Saturday, November 22, ating and updating your resume. Register each create our own version of the
and celebrate the theatrical release 1 - 4 p.m. The St. Mary’s County Library on www.stmalib.org. piece! Leonardtown Library on Friday,
of Wicked: For Good! Charlotte Hall Author Fair provides an opportunity to November 21, 10 - 11:30 a.m. No expe-
Library on Saturday, November 15, meet local authors and browse their Thankful Crafternoon rience needed and all materials will be
1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Enjoy an immersive, works. Authors will give a quick presen- Join us in a Thanksgiving Crafternoon provided. This program is intended for
Oz-erific afternoon with a witchy craft, tation on their writing experiences, and Celebration! Leonardtown Library, adults with cognitive disabilities and
thematic trivia questions, and celebra- have an opportunity to promote and sell Wednesday, November 19, 2 - 4 p.m. We their caregivers. You will only need to
tion with fellow fans. Costumes wel- their work. will have Thanksgiving-themed activities, register the adult participant not the
come! This event is for adults and older including hand print turkeys and grateful- accompanying caregiver on www.st-
teens. Register on www.stmalib.org. Resume Workshop ness crafts! No registration. malib.org.
Are you looking for a new job, or need some
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Learn from local writers and meet Library on Tuesday, November 18, 5:30 with Cognitive Disabilities
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What Dating Looks

Like Later in Life
People are living longer, a reality that can • You’re not in this alone. While online
be traced to a number of factors, including dating may be portrayed as a young
advancements in medicine and greater dis- person’s game, plenty of older adults
semination of information regarding pre- are now finding connections online.
ventive health care. According to data from In fact, many different dating apps
the United Nations Population Division, the are geared toward the senior set,
average life expectancy in the United States including SeniorMatch, eHarmony,
is 81.65 for women and 76.61 for men. Singles50, OKCupid, and Silver
Canada has even higher life expectancies, Singles, among others.
at 84.74 for women and 81.15 for men. • You have more time for fun. As a
As people live longer, some may outlive senior, you may have more time to
their significant others and ultimately find devote to recreation and leisure. This
themselves once again interested in sharing can be a great opportunity to get out
experiences with a special someone. Seniors and meet someone who shares your
ready to re-enter the dating pool may find passions and interests.
that things are quite different from what they • Online dating has its advantages. While
experienced as naïve teenagers or young online dating apps and websites may
adults. Dating used to be about hanging out have certain things working against
with friends and meeting people at shared them, particularly if their algorithms
events, such as school dances or work par- for pairing people are not fine-tuned,
ties or even while enjoying a night out with they also can be helpful. Online dating
friends. Nowadays, dating often begins in can expand social circles beyond local
cyberspace. This can be confusing and anx- neighborhoods or even states, prov-
iety-inducing for adults who didn’t grow up inces or countries. You’re casting your
with technology guiding their every move. net over a much larger body of water.
According to a report in The Atlantic, Furthermore, dating app profiles typi-
more than one-third of baby boomers are not cally spell out exactly what another per-
currently married, and this generation has son is seeking, which can save seniors
had higher rates of separation and divorce from having to revisit awkward dating
and lower rates of marriage than the gener- moments from years past.
ations that preceded them. Many boomers Seniors may have to navigate new waters
have years ahead of them to devote to new in modern dating. But with a good mind-
relationships. Here’s what they may want to set and a little persistence, it is possible
know before navigating twenty-first century for seniors to find a special someone in
dating waters. cyberspace.

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for passing away that does not paint such • Divide the bucket list by time. Are there
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However, the phrase “bucket list,” though lar season, such as skiing the Alps? If
undeniably related to “kick the bucket,” your bucket list involves moving to a
definitely sheds a brighter light on the topic bustling city, determine if you’d like
of mortality. to do that after your children have
A bucket list is a plan for living life to reached adulthood or if you want to
its fullest and prioritizing opportunities to expose them to city life as youngsters.
engage in all sorts of activities. A bucket Categorizing the list by periods of your
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Signs It Could Be Time to Consider an

Assisted Living Facility
Assisted living facilities provide a vital ser- Issues with hygiene can be a byprod-
vice to families across the globe. In fact, uct of depression, and poor hygiene
more than 800,000 people in the United also can increase risk for infection
States are currently living in assisted living and illness.
facilities, according to a 2023 report from • Injuries: The NCOA notes that falls
Zippia, an online recruitment service that or near-falls are another potential sign
gathers information from the Bureau of that a person can benefit from moving
Labor Statistics and its own internal data. to an assisted living facility. Falls can
The decision to move oneself or an aging hurt anyone, but they can be especially
relative into an assisted living facility is damaging to aging adults. For example,
complicated. Though such facilities typi- the National Institutes of Health report
cally offer an excellent standard of care, it that falls may result in loss of indepen-
can still be bittersweet for an individual to dence, chronic pain and reduced qual-
leave his or her home. It also can be difficult ity of life. Assisted living facilities are
to identify when is the best time to make often equipped with features to reduce
such a transition. Though each individ- risk of falls, such as grab bars in show-
ual case is unique, the following are some ers and bathrooms and even along cor-
indicators that the time might be right to ridor walls. In addition, assisted living
move oneself or an aging loved one into an facilties may be housed in single-story
assisted living facility. buildings or equipped with elevators,
• Emotional challenges: The National at home. If feelings of loneliness or into assisted living facilities that handle which means residents won’t be forced
Council on Aging notes that certain depression are present, then the time such tasks for them. to navigate potentially dangerous stair-
emotional challenges may indicate might be right to make the move to an • Issues with hygiene: The presence of cases at any point during the day. Staff
the time is right for an individual to assisted living facility. additional challenges related to hygiene also can respond quickly if residents
move into an assisted living facility. • Physical challenges: Many individu- also may suggest a move to an assisted experience a fall, providing much-
The NCOA encourages individuals als move into assisted living facilities living facility may be beneficial. Staff needed assistance that seniors living
making such a decision independent because the physical challenges of daily at assisted living facilities can help alone or with an aging spouse may not
of others to ask themselves if they are life have become too significant to han- adults who are struggling to bathe, get at home.
experiencing feelings of loneliness or dle alone. The NCOA notes that individ- dress themselves or use a restroom on Various signs may indicate that the time is
depression. Assisted living facilities uals who are feeling overwhelmed by their own. Family members can look right for individuals to move into an assisted
can provide much-needed social inter- tasks such as buying groceries, cooking for signs that a loved one’s personal living facility so they can more safely nav-
action that seniors may not be getting and cleaning may benefit from moving hygiene has taken a turn for the worse. igate daily life.

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Are you seeking volunteer opportunities?

Consider joining the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of St. Mary’s County.
We have many volunteering stations who are in need of assistance.
ACTS - A Community That Shares National Active and Retired Federal
Charlotte Hall Veterans Home -Employees Association
Community Programs & Outreach Northern Senior Activity Center
Farmers Feeding St. Mary’s Patuxent Habitat for Humanity
Friends of the St. Mary’s County Library Patuxent River Naval Air Museum
Garvey Senior Activity Center RSVP
Historic Sotterley, Inc. Senior Connections
Historic St. Mary’s City Senior Information and Assistance
Home & Community Based Services Senior Rides Program
Home Delivered Meals Program St. Clement’s Island Museum
Literacy Council of St. Mary’s County St. Mary’s County Crime Solvers, Inc.
Loffler Senior Activity Center St. Mary’s Helping Hands, Inc.
Medstar Hospice of St. Mary’s

Pictured: RSVP volunteers who served 400+ hours within 2024

From left bottom row: Anna Girard, Susan Leibe, and Samuel
Brown
2nd row: Christina Nelson-Sisk, Donna Sigler, Martha Baker, Fran-
cis Russell
3rd row: Deloris Poole

St. Mary’s County Department of

Aging & Human Services
RSVP
301-475-4200, Ext. 1653
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Tips to Help Seniors Travel Safely

Travel was once a key component of the pic- course, not all travel-related concerns
ture working professionals created of their are medical. Finances also require
ideal retirements. While the COVID-19 pan- some pre-trip attention. Inflation has
demic put many retirement travel plans on caused a sharp spike in the price of
hold in recent years, jetting off to distant various commodities since the start
locales is once again on retirees’ radars. of 2022, so travelers should study up
A 2022 survey from AARP found that on the cost of food and attractions at
individuals 50 and over were poised to not their destination to ensure they have
only get back on the road, but also spend enough money to enjoy themselves.
significantly more money on travel. Prior to Baggage costs have risen significantly
the pandemic, Americans 50 and over spent in recent years, so seniors traveling on
$7,314 annually on travel, according to data a budget may want to pack less and
from AARP. By spring 2022, individuals in do laundry while traveling in an effort
that same age bracket indicated a readiness to save money. In addition, the unpre-
to spend $8,369 on travel. dictable nature of travel since the onset
Eagerness to get back on the road, in the of the pandemic has underscored the
air or on the high seas could make it easy utility of travel insurance. Seniors can
to overlook some principles of safe travel. look into travel insurance that could
However, such an oversight could lead to reimburse them in the case of delays
complications that could make it hard to or cancellations.
enjoy time away from home. The following • Privately share your itinerary. Prior to
tips can reduce the likelihood that seniors departing, share your itinerary with
encounter trouble while traveling. friends and family. Avoid sharing the
• Determine if any health issues are itinerary on social media platforms,
affecting your desired destinations. which can make you a target for crim-
The Centers for Disease Control and inals at home and at your destination.
Prevention has a website devoted to nations/list can help seniors determine locations, but they will not necessarily The itinerary should include where
travel vaccines (cdc.gov/travel/page/ if there are any health-related safety be as easily navigated when traveling you’re staying, the dates you’re vis-
travel-vaccines), and that page can be issues in countries they hope to visit. overseas. Physicians can recommend iting certain locations and the dates
an invaluable resource for individuals • Speak to your physician. A pre-trip con- certain vaccinations or measures to of activities you’ll be engaging in on
planning a vacation. What’s more, the sultation with a physician can uncover ensure your health while away. In addi- your trip.
CDC even provides a specific list of any issues that might arise while you’re tion, a pre-trip doctor visit is a great Seniors rediscovering the joy of travel-
destinations and the latest travel health away. Such issues may be easily man- time to refill prescriptions that you will ing can take various measures to make their
notices for each of those nations. That aged for domestic travelers who are not need while you’re away. trips more safe.
list, accessible at cdc.gov/travel/desti- planning to visit any especially remote • Take financial precautions as well. Of

Senior Rides Program

Volunteer
Drivers
Needed
Contact the St. Mary’s County
Department of Aging & Human Services
Mileage reimbursement
301-475-4200, ext. 1066 Supplemental accident insurance
https://www.stmaryscountymd.gov/Aging/SeniorRides CPR/First Aid Certification
Volunteer Recognition
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Elder abuse
comes in many
forms.
Physical,
emotional or
psychological,
financial, sexual,
neglect or
abandonment.
Any form is
unacceptable.

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 14 OBITUARIES St. Mary’s County Times Thursday, November 13, 2025

In Remembrance To schedule an obituary in the County Times, submit text and picture to [email protected] by noon on Tuesdays
for publication on Thursdays. Any submissions received after this deadline may run in the following week’s edition.

Darlene McAllister, 66 Darlene was blessed with a loving at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com . other various campgrounds. You could also
blended family, which she cherished deeply. Arrangements by Brinsfield Funeral Home always find him volunteering at the Holy
On November 6, She is survived by her three stepchildren: & Crematory, P.A., Charlotte Hall, MD. Angels, Sacred Heart, and other community
2025, Darlene Ann Michael McAllister and his wife Traci, dinners and events.
McAllister, 66, of Amanda Earley and her husband Sean, and Wayne Lacey, 64 For many years, Wayne was a top spon-
Hughesville, MD, Megan Bell. Darlene adored their seven sor for the David Williams Racing Team,
passed away fol- wonderful grandchildren—Kyle, Nathan, D o n a l d Wa y n e bringing a love for racing to his grandson,
lowing a lengthy Alexis, Emma, Liam, Peyton, and Bayleigh. L a c e y, 6 4 , o f Owen, and granddaughter, Louise, who both
health battle. Darlene always enjoyed going to craft Av e n u e , MD, also began racing at young ages. If there
Born on shows, watching sports and movies, cook- passed away on was a sound to describe Wayne, it would be
November 17th, ing for her family, and the joys of the hol- November 3, 2025, old country; George Jones, Conway Twitty,
1958, in Washington, DC, Darlene was iday seasons. i n Wa s h i n g t o n , George Strait, Alan Jackson, and many oth-
known throughout her life for her compas- Darlene was predeceased by her parents D.C. Born on July ers. His love for country music brought him
sion and unwavering devotion to her family Carles Hohenstein, Nellie Hayes, and stepfa- 19, 1961, he was to his feet and onstage singing karaoke,
and friends. Darlene faced her illness with ther Phillip Stein. She is survived by her sister the son of the late sounding just like George Jones himself.
the same courage and quiet determination Linda Phillips (Oscar) of Cape Coral, FL, John Stephen Lacey and the late Estelle To say Wayne will be missed is an under-
that defined her life. Though the years were brother David Stein (Shirley) of Gainesville, Louise Farrell. Wayne was the loving statement. He left an impact on this commu-
difficult, she never allowed hardship to dim VA, nephew Matthew (Jade), nieces Susan husband of 42 years to Jacqueline Lacey, nity that brings a smile to anyone’s face. A
her spirit or her kindness toward others. (Matt), Sherri (David), great nephew Ryan, whom he married on May 28, 1983, in Holy man with a great smile, a great heart, and
Darlene built a distinguished career extended family including sister-in-law Angels Catholic Church. He is survived by always a great time.
in banking, serving in various leadership Donna Herbert (Dale), and Stepmother Ann his son, Jonathan Lacey (Casey), and his The family will receive friends on
roles, including bank manager. Known for Buckler (Paul), Paul Buckler (Gail), Alice daughter, Shannon Lacey (Justin), both of Tuesday, November 18, 2025, from 5:00 PM
her steady guidance, sharp financial insight, Gilbert (Mike), Dora Hill (Timmy), Karen Mechanicsville, MD, and nine grandchil- to 8:00 PM, with prayers recited at 7:00 PM,
and commitment to clients and colleagues, Buck (Daniel), Dennis Buckler (Denise), dren, Kyle Bidwell, Owen Lacey, Hailey in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home,
Darlene was a trusted advisor and mentor to Justin Buckler (Leah), predeceased Travis Bean, Douglas Harbold, Jr., Louise Lacey, Leonardtown, MD, where a funeral service
many in the industry. Buckler, numerous cousins, and great friends Beau Bullis, Bodee Lacey, Stevie Lacey, and will be held in the funeral home chapel
Darlene found the great love of her Billy Morgan and Linda Nanncarrow. Atlus Bullis. Wayne was preceded in death on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at
life when she married Gerald “Ricky” On Wednesday, November 19, 2025, the by his grandson, Jonathan Lacey, Jr., and his 10:00 AM, with Fr. James Oberle officiat-
McAllister. Together they shared a devoted family will receive friends for the visitation sister, Patricia Vallandingham. ing. Interment will follow at Sacred Heart
and loving marriage for over 20 years, built from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm with the service Wayne was born and raised in St. Mary’s Catholic Church Cemetery, Bushwood, MD.
on mutual respect, laughter, and commit- beginning at 4:00 pm at Brinsfield Funeral County, MD and graduated from Chopticon Serving as pallbearers will be Jonathan
ment. Their bond was a shining example of Home & Crematory, P.A., 30195 Three High School in 1980. He was known as Lacey, Owen Lacey, Kyle Bidwell, RJ
love’s strength and endurance—a partner- Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622. “Wayne Lacey” in all of 7th District. Harbold, Justin Bullis, and Steve Windsor.
ship that brought comfort and joy to both Interment will be private. He was the proud owner of Wayne’s Contributions may be made in Wayne’s
their lives and to those who witnessed it. Condolences may be made to the family Drains and Septic Service for 27 years. He memory to Holy Angels Catholic Church,
was known and loved by all he came to meet. 21340 Colton Point Road, Avenue, MD

Brinsfield
Any day of the week you could find Wayne 20609, or online at angelsinavenue.org
working on a truck, job site, cutting grass, (online giving).
or shining his company equipment. He had Condolences may be made to the family
a love for everything water; boating, skiing, at www.mgfh.com.
tubing, and crabbing. If he wasn’t home on Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-
the weekends, you could find him camping Gardiner Funeral Home and Cremation
with his friends and family at Bethpage or Services, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.
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22955 Hollywood Road extended to us during our time of grieving.
Special thanks to the Dyson Family of 489, Park
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Hall, MD; Pastor Roderick W. McClanahan and
301-475-5588 the Members of First Missionary Baptist Church;
the Briscoe Family; and Briscoe-Tonic Funeral
Home in Mechanicsville, MD.
May God continue to bless you one and all.

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Thursday, November 13, 2025 St. Mary’s County Times COLUMNISTS 13

FINANCIAL FOCUS®
A financial roadmap
Unloading on for veterans entering
Load Management civilian life
By Ronald N. Guy The transition from military to civilian life brings countless adjustments. It
Contributing Writer also marks a good time to review how you’re taking charge of your financial
future. Veteran Saves Week is Nov. 4–7 and an opportunity to focus on build-
The NBA’s regular season is the greatest insult to the sanctity of sports com- ing financial confidence and creating a solid foundation for your new chapter.
petition. I’m throwing haymakers right out of the gate. Questionable effort, Now in its second year, Veteran Saves Week centers around one core mes-
non-existent defense and an inconsistent commitment to winning are hallmarks sage: No matter where you are on your financial journey, small steps can lead
of the Association’s 82-game sleepwalk starting in late October and ending, to lasting change. Here are a few tips to help:
mercifully, with the NBA Playoffs in April (when the game transforms into a
fantastic product). Understand the financial shift.
There are, of course, some games worth the time, perhaps even the cost of If you’ve recently re-entered civilian life, it’s important to identify any gaps
a ticket. But good luck finding them. More often than not, a close watch of an between your income and expenses. A key part of this gap often comes from
NBA regular season game will reveal players with Tigger’s attention span and the loss of military allowances, such as the Basic Allowance for Housing and
Eeyore’s energy, and coaches expressing Rabbit’s befuddled frustration with Basic Allowance for Subsistence. You may also lose commissary and exchange
the nonsense before their eyes. At which point Pooh might giggle and offer privileges where groceries and goods were purchased tax-free.
the wise observation that the most troubling thing isn’t the folly happening Health benefits represent another shift. While you received health care
on the court, but rather those who couldn’t be bothered with the circus at all. through TRICARE on active duty, you might be eligible for TRICARE for
Our honey-obsessed sage, and his indirect reference to “load management”, Life and Veterans Administration benefits, but you may still need to supplement
is spot on: Healthy players intentionally missing games in some theoretical this coverage with a group health care plan from your employer or purchase
attempt to ease the strain on their bodies, limit injury and increase availabil- it independently.
ity in the playoffs (when games really matter), is a tolerated and controllable
threat to the legitimacy of NBA competition. (Gasp) That was a breath- Build a budget.
sapping condemnation of the now common practice of NBA stars tapping out Getting a clear picture of your finances helps you make informed decisions.
of games to nurse a boo-boo or just because they need a day. Removing all Look at your monthly income, expenses and savings to understand your start-
emotion and dismissing every shred of obligation to the product, the concept ing point.
of pulling off at a rest stop during the long regular season journey isn’t nuts. One strategy you may find useful is the 50/30/20 rule. With this, you divide
Here’s the problem: There’s no evidence that it works. About two years ago, your monthly take-home pay into three parts: 50% for needs like housing,
the NBA issued a report on regular season player participation. In the 1990s, utilities, food and insurance, 30% for wants and 20% for savings and debt
a prideful era where practicing load management would have ruined one’s repayment.
reputation, players identified as “stars” missed an average of just 10.6 games
per year. In the 2020s, the average games missed has risen to 23.9 games per Take essential financial steps.
season, this despite incredible advances in sports medicine and a game that is Your monthly budget should include building an emergency fund, paying down
far less physical. high-rate debt and saving for retirement. It may help to use budgeting apps that
During a recent interview with Mike Tirico, Michael Jordan offered his categorize expenses and identify areas where you can cut back when necessary.
thoughts on load management. You can guess where this is going. Jordan, one Building an emergency fund becomes even more critical during transition.
of sports’ all-time greatest competitors, is not a fan, not at all Sam I am. He Aim for three to six months of cash savings to provide a safety net for living
started with this: “Well, it shouldn’t be needed, first and foremost,” Jordan expenses while you establish your civilian career.
added, “You know, I never wanted to miss a game because it was an oppor- Don’t overlook the available retirement planning tools. Even if you will have
tunity to prove. It was something that I felt like the fans are there that watch a pension, you might consider putting money into an IRA, or a 401k if one
me play. I want to impress that guy way up on top who probably worked his is available to you through a new employer, or into stocks and bonds to keep
a— off to get a ticket or to get money to buy the ticket.” And finally, he put building toward your long-term goals. It’s also important to obtain a current
this bow on it: “You have a duty that if they’re wanting to see you, and as an Social Security statement since active-duty military pay FICA taxes.
entertainer, I want to show. Right?”
Right! Every day is an opportunity to prove yourself, to impress your team- Leverage available resources.
mates, your adversaries and your customers. It’s not just a job, it’s a duty. It There are transition support programs through the military and the U.S.
reminds me of Cal Ripken’s simple comment on his record 2,632 consecutive Department of Veterans Affairs, which also offer debt relief programs and
games play: “I never really thought about the streak. It was very simple. I financial counseling services.
wanted to come to the ballpark, I wanted to play, I wanted to help the team Consider connecting with a financial advisor who understands the unique
win.” Mindsets from a bygone era in sports. challenges veterans face during and after transition. They can help you create
It is foolhardy to compare the professional experience of an athlete in a major a strategy that maximizes your benefits and helps position you for long-term
pro sport to virtually any other walk of life. The gap is too wide. I wouldn’t success.
want the fame or social media scrutiny and the travel would get old…but the
money wouldn’t and I could sure use an offseason (something most people don’t Move forward with confidence.
experience in the 50 years between high school and retirement). Nevertheless, As Veteran Saves Week reminds us, small steps lead to lasting change. Your
the importance of professional respect is universal, and is earned through ear- service has prepared you to overcome challenges – financial planning is just
nestness and consistency — giving your best, even when you are not at your another mission you’re equipped to complete successfully.
best. Load management isn’t part of that formula and its practice in the NBA
makes it hard to respect the product. That should matter more than it apparently This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward
does. Why? Because Michael Jordan said so. Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones, Member SIPC.

Send comments to [email protected] Contributed by David McDonough, Financial Advisor at Edward Jones
Office located at 41680 Miss Bessie Dr. Suite 302, Leonardtown, MD 20650
301 997 1707
12 IN OUR COMMUNITY St. Mary’s County Times Thursday, November 13, 2025

Giving Tuesday,
Pets sponsored by:
of the
Week
“No such thing as a bad dog.”
SoMd Style
Southern Maryland Day of Giving is a
24-hour online event that provides a sim-
profit organizations have on their lives.
Here’s where your business can get cre-
Nutrition • Training • Grooming • Daycare • Walking
ple way to connect donors to the charitable ative! The possibilities are endless on how
Temporarily located inside Well Pet Clinic causes they care about most and encourages to help promote a participating nonprofit
21800 N Shangri La Dr, Unit 16 • Lexington Park them to take action. for the Southern Maryland Day of Giving.
Call/Text: 240-431-7834 Join the Chambers of Commerce from Step 1: After November 15, the partici-


Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties pating nonprofits in Calvert, Charles, and
to celebrate Giving Tuesday, Southern St. Mary’s counties will be listed on the Day
Hi, I’m Sally, Queen of the Windowsill & Long-Term Lounge Champion! Maryland style! of Giving website. Visit the site and choose
I’m a 1.5-year-old kitty who has spent over 160 days at the care Businesses in Calvert, Charles, and St. which nonprofit you will champion!
center perfecting her craft of sunbathing and bird-watching from the Mary’s counties are encouraged to join in Step 2: Get creative on how you will pro-
windowsill. I’m a soft-as-a-cloud sweetheart who loves other cats, by choosing a nonprofit to champion! mote your chosen nonprofit. Some ideas
cozy naps, and gazing dramatically out the window like I’m in a music Through the inaugural Southern Maryland include:
video. My fur? Softer than your favorite blanket! My vibe? Chill, elegant, Day of Giving, the aim is to build and sup- • Donate a percentage of sales for
slightly independent house princess. After 160+ days of waiting, I’m more port the community by: December 2 to the nonprofit
than ready to trade my shelter window for a furever home view! Adoption hours • Creating an engaging way to learn • Do an e-blast to your mailing list with
are Mon-Fri 11am-4pm and Sat 10am-3pm. about the critical issues impacting the information about your chosen non-
To see more of my amazing friends also available for adoption, “like” us on Facebook Southern Maryland community and profit and why their work is important
@ Charles County Animal Care Center or at https://www.charlescountymd.gov/services/ inspire people to give to you
animal-care-control/animal-care-center • Bringing new awareness to local non- • Offer a match donation incentive to
profits and donors to help the organiza- your customers
 tions that make our community strong Step 3: On December 2, help empower
This gorgeous 5-year-old Lab mix is as sweet as she is chatty — she • Educating the community on the pos- Southern Maryland nonprofits through your
loves to “talk” and share her opinions. Ava is a total people-lover, but itive impact Southern Maryland non- participation!
she has a special soft spot for the fellas! She does well with most

Lions Club Continues

dogs and enjoys playtime, though her confident personality can
come off a little bossy. Ava is also okay with cats and is learning great
manners in her foster home. She’s working on sharing food and treats
with other animals — she’s a little protective of her goodies sometimes,
but she’s improving every day. If you’re looking for a loyal companion with lots
of love (and personality!) to give, Ava might just be your perfect match.
Christmas Caring Tradition
If you are interested in meeting with Ava or learning more about her please contact
Animal Relief Fund (ARF) at 301-866-0303 or visit www.animalrelieffund.org

PAX RIVER

JOB
FAIR
@ Naval Air Museum (near Gate 1) Leonardtown Lion Hilda Mae Gatton joins store manager Scott Neitz to hang tags on the Lions Christmas
Caring Tree in the lobby of the Leonardtown Snead’s ACE Home Center. The tags contain Christmas wishes
22156 Three Notch Road, Lexington Park, MD 20653 and clothing sizes for unnamed children provided by the St. Mary’s County Department of Social Services.
The members of the Leonardtown Lions Club along with patrons of the ACE Home Center select tags from
the Christmas Caring Tree and purchase gifts for the children. All presents are then delivered by the Lions
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18 | 2-6 PM before Christmas to the children’s homes.

Bring copies of your resume to share.

Professional dress or military uniform required.
A SALUTE TO
LOCAL HEROES
Take advantage of FREE RESUME REVIEWS!

Companies include:
• Arlington County Sheriff’s Office • Sabre Systems
• B&A (Bart & Associates, Inc.) • SimVentions The County Times invited our readers to share the names of their loved ones who have
• Cruz Associates, Inc. • Software Engineering Institute- served in the United States Armed Forces. We thank each and every one for their service.
• Kitty Hawk Technologies Carnegie Mellon University John P. Albert Daniel Holland Robert L. Morgan
• MANTECH • St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Ted Barber James Holly George A. Morgan
• MD Dept. of Labor Veterans Program • StraCon Services Group, LLC Steve Barber Thomas J. Julien, Jr. Richard Pickeral
• MD Dept. of Labor Div. of Workforce • The MIL Corporation Thomas R. Bateman, Jr. Thomas J. Julien, Sr. Paul F. Rose
Development • The Re$ume Xpert Charles R. Busey, Sr. Joseph Kriemelmeyer Preston L. Rose, Sr.
• Precise Systems • Total Cyber Solutions, LLC Ezra Chase Shane J. Mathe Kaylah R. Samuels
• PSI-Pax, Inc. (an EDWOSB) • Plus more to come Linda A. Epp Robyn L. Mathe Richard Tyson
• Resource Management Concepts George F. Gass James J. Mathe Darryl White
Arthur J. Gatens Horace McClane, Sr. Kevin White
Register & upload your resume at www.JobZoneOnline.com
Edward Holland Willam B. Morgan
For more information, email [email protected]
 Thursday, November 13, 2025 St. Mary’s County Times IN OUR COMMUNITY 11

USMSM Hosts Engineering Night

Students across Southern Maryland partici- requires extreme talent to help them do what
pated in Night of Engineering to learn about they need to do, and that’s you,” Nesbary
educational pathways and tour the USMSM said. “So listen, learn, and then contribute.”
SMART Building. Night of Engineering participants heard
More than 130 Southern Maryland stu- inspiring testimony from Grady Klaas,
dents with sights on an engineering career 2025 USMSM graduate with a Bachelor of
learned about pathways and partner- Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
ships to reach their goals during Night of and a product of the transfer program. Klaas
Engineering on Oct. 29. earned his Associate of Engineering Science
Night of Engineering introduces middle degree from CSM.
school, high school, and college students to Klaas encouraged the next generation of
the associate of science degree programs at the engineers to join this program, which he said
College of Southern Maryland (CSM), trans- was less of a financial burden than other
fer pathways to four-year bachelor’s degrees degree programs, allowed him to stay local,
with the University System of Maryland at and take advantage of the close ties with
Southern Maryland (USMSM), and engineer- Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division
ing career opportunities in the region. (NAWCAD) and fulfill a lifelong dream of
Valeria Corona is a second-year electrical becoming a civil engineer.
engineering student at CSM. Corona is one “During lessons we were exposed to the
of several students who took the podium to Mary’s County, was hosted by the Southern “When students start at CSM, they benefit challenges that civilian engineers face every
share their experience in the Engineering Maryland Engineering Partnership, a pro- from smaller class sizes, saving money and day. This didn’t just sharpen my academic
Transfer Recruitment Opportunity (ENTRY) gram which allows mechanical and electri- resources and funds, and staying close to skills, it prepped me for my career in ways
program which allows students who gradu- cal engineering CSM graduates to transfer home where support is within reach,” Dr. that other programs couldn’t,” Klaas said.
ate from CSM associate of science programs to the University of Maryland’s A. James Wilson said. “We are designed to help you “If you’re passionate about engineering and
to transfer with junior status to a mechanical Clark School of Engineering at the USMSM reach your goals. Our purpose, our intent, want an affordable, practical path that keeps
or electrical engineering bachelor’s program in California. Through this partnership, stu- and our mission, is to make sure every stu- you connected to industry leaders, USMSM
at USMSM. dents can intern with the Naval Air Warfare dent walks across that stage.” is the place.”
“College is an investment. You want to Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), often USMSM Executive Director Dr. Dale Attendees toured the state-of-the-art
minimize the input and maximize what you leading to full-time employment. Nesbary spoke to students about the need SMART Building and viewed demonstra-
get out of it,” said Corona. “As a real engi- CSM faculty and staff worked closely for skilled engineers in Southern Maryland. tions of the research and technology labs.
neer you should recognize what you can with USMSM to ensure courses allow a He said the faculty at these institutions rec- Night of Engineering is hosted each
do to set yourself up for future success and seamless transition to the four-year pro- ognize this need and are equipped with the spring and fall. Visit the CSM Engineering
maximize the opportunities around you.” gram. CSM President Dr. Yolanda Wilson skills and knowledge to prepare students to webpage for more information on the
This event, held at the USMSM Southern shared how students who begin their higher fill high-demand positions. partnership and degree programs.
Maryland Autonomous Research and education journey at CSM are set up to suc- “You’re next to the one of the largest
Technology (SMART) Building in St. ceed in their next steps. naval air stations in the country, and that Press release from CSM

28025 Point Lookout Rd. | Leonardtown, MD 20650

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CHRISTMAS PREVIEW
AND CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY
Saturday, November 15
Free Refreshments

Poinsettias – Cyclamen – Christmas Cactus

Thanksgiving & Christmas Centerpieces
Wreaths – Pine Roping
Baked Goods – Eggs – Fruits
Now Taking Christmas Orders
Open Monday–Saturday 8am–5pm
10 IN OUR COMMUNITY St. Mary’s County Times Thursday, November 13, 2025

MedStar St. Mary’s

ESTATE Announces New
AUCTION Nursing Officer
MedStar Health is pleased to announce
the appointment of Captain (Ret.) Jeremy
J. Hawker, MSN, RN, NC, USN, as vice
IN-PERSON ONLY president of Patient Care Services and
chief nursing officer at MedStar St. Mary’s

NOV. 15 · 9AM Hospital. Hawker officially joined the hos-

pital on Nov. 3, bringing more than 30 years
of leadership and clinical experience from
PREVIEW NOV. 14 • 9AM–5PM his distinguished career in the United States
Navy Nurse Corps.
41998 Pleasant Valley Ct. Most recently, Hawker served as com-
manding officer and director of the Navy
Hollywood, MD Medicine Readiness and Training Command
and Naval Health Clinic Patuxent River,
where he oversaw healthcare delivery for
Tools • Collectibles approximately 12,000 beneficiaries and 90
tenant commands across Southern Maryland.
Equipment • & more During his military service, Hawker
held several key leadership roles, includ- Captain (Ret.) Jeremy J. Hawker, MSN, RN, NC, USN
ing chief nursing officer at Naval Hospital
Camp Pendleton, executive officer at the nursing programs and the care we provide
Naval Medical Readiness and Training every day.”
Command Great Lakes/Lovell Federal A Minnesota native, Hawker earned
Health Care Center, and associate direc- his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from
tor for Surgical Services at Naval Medical Minnesota State University and his Master
Center Portsmouth. Hawker’s work to of Science in Nursing (Perioperative Clinical
improve patient safety, support the nursing Nurse Specialist) from the Uniformed
HAYESAUCTIONSERVICES.NET team, and streamline operations has been Services University of the Health Sciences
(301) 861-7738 recognized at the national level. Among in Bethesda. After retiring from the Navy,
LOCAL FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED his honors are the Senior Military Nursing he and his family chose to make St. Mary’s
Leadership Excellence Award from the County their home, increasing his connec-
Military Health System and the Outstanding tion to the community he now serves as part
Student Award from the Military Officers of the MedStar St. Mary’s leadership team.
Association of America. “Service has always been at the heart of
“It’s a privilege to welcome Captain my career,” Hawker said. “I’m honored to
Hawker to our team,” said Mimi Novello, join MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital and to sup-
MD, MBA, FACEP, president of MedStar port a team so dedicated to caring for this
St. Mary’s Hospital and senior vice presi- community.”
dent of MedStar Health. “He brings in-depth
5015 St. Leonard Rd. | St. Leonard, MD leadership experience and a genuine com- Press Release from MedStar St. Mary’s
410-586-3725 | ChesapeakeMarketPlace.com mitment to service that will strengthen our Hospital

ANNUAL HOLIDAY Fall Craft Show

OPEN HOUSE Returns to Hollywood
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Hollywood be preparing and selling food and beverage
DECEMBER 6 & 7 | 10AM – 5PM Volunteer Fire Department is excited to items in the kitchen. Our famous Stuffed
once again sponsor the Annual Fall Craft Ham sandwiches and other food items will
Show at the Hollywood Firehouse. There be available for purchase during the Show. A
COOKIES WITH SANTA are over 100 Craft Vendors registered to
participate, many are local Vendors, some
small dining area is available where attend-
ees can sit to eat or just take a break.
DECEMBER 6, 13, & 20 | 12PM – 4PM are from nearby areas and some are from The Ladies Auxiliary will also sponsor a
several miles away. Several are returning bake sale consisting of homemade treats and
Vendors and a fewl are new Vendors to a 50/50 money raffle for a fee. Our Ladies
this Show. There will be a variety of hand- Auxiliary Cookbook of treasured recipes will
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10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. There is no charge
for vehicle parking and no admission fee. Press release from HVFD
The members of the Ladies Auxiliary will
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8 LOCAL NEWS St. Mary’s County Times Thursday, November 13, 2025
Legal Notices
All 11 Businesses Pass
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SAINT MARY’S COUNTY, MARYLAND
CASE NO: C-18-FM-25-000650 Compliance Checks
TO: JEFFREY BAIER, UNKNOWN ADDRESS On October 22, 2025, the St. Mary’s County Point Lookout Road, Leonardtown
IN THE MATTER OF BAILEY IRELAND BAIER Sheriff’s Office Alcohol Enforcement Unit • Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar
conducted a series of alcohol compliance 45480 Miramar Way, California
NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME OF A MINOR checks at licensed establishments through- • Blue Wind Gourmet 22803 Gunston
(Md. Rule 15-901(d)) out the county. Drive, Lexington Park
The operation involved the use of a • International Beverages 21367 Great
FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO: Bailey Ireland Hudgins 20-year-old Confidential Informant (CI) Mills Road, Lexington Park
from the Sheriff’s Office. The CI, dressed • La Vida Mexican Bar & Grill 22767
A petition to change the name of Bailey Ireland Baier to Bailey Ireland Hudgins in jeans and a sweatshirt, was instructed to Three Notch Road, California
has been filed with this court. enter restaurants and stores and attempt to • Pax River Ale House 46590 Corporate
purchase an alcoholic beverage to test com- Drive, Lexington Park
You must consent to (agree) or object to (oppose) the petition in writing no later pliance with state alcohol laws. • Pier450 48342 Wynne Road, Ridge
than 30 days after being served (receiving) this notice and the documents filed The CI was accompanied by Corporal • Ruddy Duck Seafood & Alehouse
in this case. If you do not file a written consent or objection within 30 days Kristi Nelson of the Sheriff’s Office Special 16800 Piney Point Road, Piney Point
of being served with this notice, the court will consider your silence to be Operations Division. Cpl. Nelson, also dressed • Tacos Hacienda Mexican Grill 20975
consent and may grant the name change. in civilian attire, observed all transactions. Point Lookout Road, Callaway
A total of 11 businesses were visited • Gridiron Grill 20855 Callaway Village
You can use form CC-DR-063 (Parent’s/Guardian’s/Custodian’s Consent/ during the operation, and all 11 successfully Way, Unit 2, Callaway
Objection to Change of Name of a Minor). passed by requesting identification and refus- The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office
ing the sale of alcohol to the underage CI. commends the businesses that continue to
Any objection must be supported by an affidavit (a written statement signed by The following establishments were follow Maryland’s alcohol laws and thanks
oath or affirmation) and served on all parties. (Md. Rule 1-321.) visited: them for their commitment to keeping our
• 2000 Liquors 21800 N. Shangri-La, community safe.
Changing the name of the minor will not change any existing child support #19, Lexington Park
obligation or paternity. • Action Lounge and Billiards 25470 Press release from SMCSO

Natural Resources
Debra J. Burch
Clerk of the Court, St. Mary’s County

COMMISSIONERS OF LEONARDTOWN
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Police Report Activity
The Leonardtown Mayor and Town Council will hold a public hearing on
Monday, December 8, 2025 at 4:15 pm at the Town Hall, 22670 Washington
Street, Leonardtown, MD to hear comments on Resolution No. 2-25 request for
Annexation of a parcel of real property consisting of 16.35± acres of land shown
on Tax Map 32, Parcel 96, which property is contiguous and adjacent to the
corporate boundaries of the Town

All interested parties are encouraged to attend or to submit written comments by

3:00 p.m. on December 8, 2025, to the Commissioners of Leonardtown, P.O. Box
1, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Special accommodation will be provided for people
with disabilities upon request.

By Authority: Laschelle E. McKay, Town Administrator Officers retrieved an illegal monofilament gillnet and over 50 fish taken from the waters of the Potomac in St.
Mary’s County. Photo acquired via NRP investigation.

Reports just released by the Maryland with the boat’s motor in the area of the Piney
COMMISSIONERS OF LEONARDTOWN Natural Resources Police report activity in Point petroleum station on the Potomac
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING St. Mary’s River and Piney Point. River in St. Mary’s County.
On May 26, Maryland Natural Resources Officers determined the gill net belonged to
The Leonardtown Mayor and Town Council will hold a public hearing on Police officers conducting fisheries checks two men on a jon boat in Piney Point Creek
Monday, December 8, 2025 at 4:30 pm at the Town Hall, 22670 Washington identified two men fishing on the St. Mary’s who were seen with additional gill nets on
Street, Leonardtown, MD to hear comments on Resolution No. 3-25 request River, when one of the men threw an object board. Later officers found 41 striped bass (11
for Annexation of a parcel of real property consisting of 52.18± acres of land in the water. of which were outside the legal size limit of
shown on Tax Map 41, Parcel(s) 235, and a parcel of real property consisting Officers observed several dead croaker 19-24 inches), eight undersized croaker, and
of 3.21 acres of land shown on Tax Map 41, Parcel(s) 266, which properties are floating in the water, and found 18 more in several spot on board with cuts and marks
contiguous and adjacent to the corporate boundaries of the Town. the boat’s cooler. consistent with being caught in a gill net.
Between the fish thrown overboard and The men – an 18-year-old and a 26-year-
All interested parties are encouraged to attend or to submit written comments by stored inside the cooler, 28 fish were recov- old, both of Riverdale Park – were issued a
3:00 p.m. on December 8, 2025, to the Commissioners of Leonardtown, P.O. Box ered, all of which were under the legal size bevy of charges including fishing without
1, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Special accommodation will be provided for people of 9 inches. a license, use of a monofilament gill net,
with disabilities upon request. Both men – a 41-year-old Mount Rainier possession of illegal sized striped bass, pos-
man and a 29-year-old Annandale, Va., man session of over the limit striped bass, pos-
By Authority: Laschelle E. McKay, Town Administrator – were charged with possession of under- session of undersized croaker, and several
sized croaker measuring less than 9 inches additional boating safety violations.
(11 or more fish), which carries a maximum Officers found that one of the men was
offense of $1,000, and $2,000 and/or one- wanted for another crime, and he was
If you would like to place a classified ad or legal notice, please call the year imprisonment for a second offense. arrested and transported. Both men face
County Times at 301-373-4125 or email [email protected] On May 17, Maryland Natural Resources maximum fines of $5,000.
Police officers responded to a call for a
boater who had snagged an illegal gill net Press releases from MD DNR Police
 Thursday, November 13, 2025 St. Mary’s County Times LOCAL NEWS 7

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6 LOCAL NEWS St. Mary’s County Times Thursday, November 13, 2025

Congratulations to the happy couples who applied for marriage licenses

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

Claire Marie Scemama, 25, Lexington Park, MD Carlie Annette Ward, 23, Mechanicsville, MD Lisa Ruth Agee, 58, Lexington Park, MD
Robert Edward Kirk, 30, Lexington Park, MD Justin Arthur Mccollum, 22, Mechanicsville, MD James Allen Young, Jr., 58, Lexington Park, MD
Laurie Frances Holcombe, 64, Conway, SC Courtney Elizabeth Scholz, 23, Leonardtown, MD James Carlyle Browne, III, 29, Valley Lee, MD
Wayne Harold Golwitzer, Jr., 62, Conway, SC Evan Christopher Tack, 27, Leonardtown, MD Amy Faith Delahay, 27, Avenue, MD
Bethany Lynn Kreps, 37, Gulfport, MI Megan Marie Springer, 34, Leonardtown, MD Jennica Marie Phillips, 33, Lexington Park, MD
James Francis Deans, 40, Gulfport, MI David Leroy Mcallister, 35, Leonardtown, MD Joseph Thomas Cliffs Walton, 3rd, 35, Huntingtown, MD
Thu Anh Nguyen Ta, 24, Hollywood, MD Gabriel Joseph Beavan, 27, Mechanicsville, MD Emily Caroline Torres Guevara, 24, Hyattsville, MD
Khang Ngoc Huynh, 25, Hollywood, MD Kirsten Renee Butchko, 28, Mechanicsville, MD Alexis Navarrete, 27, Lexington Park, MD
Katlyn Marie Lake, 24, Mechanicsville, MD Briana Lissette Carter, 29, Lexington Park, MD Charles Tyler Gragg, 29, Faulkner, MD
Darren Michael Reeder 24, Mechanicsville, MD Gregory Ignatius Cullison, 34, Lexington Park, MD Abigail Marie Tarburton, 26, Faulkner, MD
Kristie Nicole Ridgell, 28, Ridge, MD Sabrina Irine Hartwell, 31, Leonardtown, MD Jessica Paige Whitlock, 29, Clements, MD
Jeffrey Scott Townsend, Jr., 27, White Plains, MD Jessica Lyn Guzinski, 33, Leonardtown, MD Brody Lee Buckler, 27, Bushwood, MD
Danielle Elizabeth Bedard, 32, Hollywood, MD Kaitlyn Marie Fox, 30, Hollywood, MD Brandon Lee Lawrence, 33, Mechanicsville, MD
Evan Joseph Metz, 29, Leonardtown, MD Joseph Ryan Bowles, 40, Hollywood, MD Nicole Marie Jean Dyer, 32, Mechanicsville, MD
Courtney Nicole Thomas, 25, Mechanicsville, MD Joseph Edward Christopher, 27, Franklinville, NJ Destiny Raine Goldsmith, 26, Clarksburg, MD
Tyler John Fluhart, 28, Mechanicsville, MD Elizabeth Maria Pitera, 24, Northfield, NJ Logan Taylor Rist, 26, Clarksburg, MD
Clarence Dewayne Gray, 65, Indian Head, MD Beatriz Adriana Mosqueda, 36, Lexington Park, MD Kori Jean Inson, 25, Aquasco, MD
Lori Ann Harvey, 51, Indian Head, MD Jorge Adali Duque Perez, 27, Lexington Park, MD Devin Michael Strine, 25, Aquasco, MD
Madelyn Rebecca Alexander, 26, Parkville, MD Mikell Harley Bradford Blackwell, 20, Mechanicsville, MD Kesley Paige Layman, 32, California, MD
Eric Christopher Lombardi, 26, Parkville, MD Marissa Jolie Bolden, 18, California, MD Lauron Herbert Schirmacher, 46, Great Mills, MD
Taylor Nicole Dillon, 30, Mechanicsville, MD Shukriyyah Elicia Greaves, 34, Lusby, MD Ryan Matthew Davis, 31, Shady Side, MD
Zachary Keith Aschenbrenner, 29, Mechanicsville, MD Elias Aristotle Labrador, 34, Lusby, MD Emily Rose Dalrymple, 30, Shady Side, MD
Charles William Appelle, 58, Mechanicsville, MD Michael Christian Abresch, 31, Newburg, MD Kaitlyn Nicole Kuno, 24, Hollywood, MD
Stephanie Adela Lamb, 56, Mechanicsville, MD Summer Deane Rickett, 27, Newburg, MD Graziano Potere, 29, Procida, Italy
Aspen Kayt Dean, 25, Drayden, MD Nicole Emma Hamilton, 33, Hollywood, MD Teresa Dale Thomas-Beckwith, 59, Bushwood, MD
Jacob Nathaniel Grant, 26, Lexington Park, MD Donald Joseph Murphy, II, 28, Hollywood, MD Derrick Anthony Gilchrist, 58, Bushwood, MD
Lori Lee Irvin 49, Leonardtown, MD Kevin Joel Martinez Sanchez, 26, Hollywood, MD Skylar Noel Morgan, 25, California, MD
Thomas Eugene Joy, II, 48, Leonardtown, MD Merlin Yamileth De Paz Lara, 24, Hollywood, MD Mitchell Steven Boswell, 22, California, MD
Ina Marissa Knell, 31, Mechanicsville, MD Bryan Anthony Weeks, 22, La Plata, MD Nicholas James Nason, 28, Leonardtown, MD
Nicholas Adam Thompson, 37, Mechanicsville, MD Haley Rose Lindsay, 22, La Plata, MD Kara Michelle Sorrells, 30, Avenue, MD
Mitchell Jeffrey Mills, 31, Oakboro, NC Mckenzie Carol Taylor, 27, Lexington Park, MD Stephanie Ann Wilkins, 35, Callaway, MD
Haley Marie Roddy, 28, Oakboro, NC Jonathan David Littlefield, 38, Lexington Park, MD Mark Thomas Lindgren, 33, Lexington Park, MD
 Thursday, November 13, 2025 St. Mary’s County Times ON THE COVER 5

G&H Jewelers Marks 60th Anniversary as a

Family Institution
By Tim Flaherty
Contributing Writer

In 1965, James Franklin “Frankie” Harris

Sr., along with his wife, Bettie Lou, opened
a small jewelry shop they called Harris
Jewelers in downtown Leonardtown. This
year, that same business, now known as
G&H Jewelers & Gemologists, turned 60
years old.
A few years after starting Harris Jewelers,
Frankie asked his good friend, Dickie
Gatton, to join the business, which was
renamed G&H Jewelers. The two men,
along with Betty Lou and Dickie’s wife,
Hilda Mae, operated their store at several
different locations in St. Mary’s County.
“Sixty years later,” mused current owner,
Joan Harris, “I’m still amazed at how this
little hometown store became part of so
many love stories.”
What seems to be even more amazing than
all the engagement and wedding rings that
have come from G&H, is that ownership
has remained within the same family. Joan
Harris is the daughter-in-law of the founders.
“Incredibly,” Joan said, “Frankie Sr. and Frank Harris, Jr, and his wife, Joan, acquired the property where G&H Jewelers now stands on Route 235 in California in 1995. Frank Harris’ parents started the
Dickie ran it for 28 years. I’ve been running business in 1965 in Leonardtown.
it now for 32 and counting.
“I guess that makes me officially the vet-
eran of the family jewelry trade,” she added
with a laugh.
Joan’s late husband, Frank Jr., began
working at G&H as a teenager. In 1989,
Joan began there, and the couple bought out
Frank’s parents and the Gattons in 1993.
It was Joan and Frank who ran the show
from then on.
“He (Frank Jr.) was the front of the house,
I was behind the scenes,” she said. “We were
together 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
It’s a miracle we didn’t drive each other
crazy, but we made a great team.”
“After Frank passed away in 2014,” Joan
said, “I made it my mission to honor both
his and his father’s legacy by keeping G&H
thriving.”
Joan and Frank’s sons, David and
Mathew, along with longtime employee
Callie Wobbleton, who Joan calls their
“adopted daughter,” are carrying the torch
as the third generation operating G&H.
“Pop used to say, ‘It’s harder to make a business fail than it is to succeed, if you just do the right things and treat the customers like family,’” Joan Harris (second from
“My succession plan is in its begin- right) remembers advice she received from her late father-in-law, Frankie Harris, the founder of G&H Jewelers. “I can still hear him saying it when I’m trying to teach
ning stages,” Joan said, “so I am confident the boys now.” With Joan are her sons David (left) and Mathew (right), and store manager and longtime employee Callie Wobbleton.
that this little family business has a bright
future.” These days, a typical afternoon at G&H or ‘help’ by wiping their fingerprints off the daughter,” serves as the store’s lead appraiser
Over the years, G&H sometimes oper- might find a customer buying a diamond glass.” and is also the store manager. “She keeps
ated with multiple locations before the fam- tennis bracelet and getting an appraisal “Eventually,” she said, “they figured out everything organized and on track, Joan said.
ily realized something important: “It just from Callie, with another designing a new there was supposed to be pay involved in all “She’s the calm in our beautiful chaos.”
made sense to bring all of us together in one ring with Mat, and still another discussing that ‘helping out.’ Officially, David’s been Mat, David, Callie, and Joan, are all cer-
place,” Joan said. “Each of us specializes some investment coins with David. “It just on the payroll for 22 years and Mat for 19, tified gemologists
in something different, and customers love works,” Joan said earnestly. but they’ve really been part of G&H their Joan’s leadership rules for the next
having all that expertise under one roof.” “We’ve always believed jewelry is per- whole lives.” generation feature a mix of humor and
That all-in-one approach found its per- sonal.” Joan said.” “It marks milestones: Joan’s son, Mathew leads the CAD (com- seriousness.
manent home in 1995, after Joan attended engagements, anniversaries, memories, so puter-aided design) team at G&H and cre- “Rule number one: Don’t kill each other,”
a base realignment meeting in Solomons. we take the time to listen. We treat people ates custom work. “I love the creativity,” she said. “Family businesses mean long
“They were talking about all the growth like friends, not transactions.” he said. “Christmas shopping for my wife hours and strong opinions, so patience and
coming to Pax River,” she recalled. “I called Just how long have Joan’s sons been is basically just a lunch break.” a good sense of humor is key.
Frank and said, ‘Buy some property as soon involved with G&H Jewelers? Mathew’s brother, David, runs the gold “I’ve always told them, ‘Your actions
as you can between Route 4 and the Navy “Well, it depends on your definition of and silver bullion side of the business. are your reputation.’ Lead by example,
base!’ He didn’t hesitate and jumped right involved,” Joan said with a laugh. “David’s “Working in a family business means a few treat people right, keep learning, seek new
on it. It was our best decision yet, and we’ve been involved since he was three, and good-natured debates about who does the innovations, and take pride in your work.
been right here on Route 235 in California Mathew since birth. Back when Frank and most,”said David,” but that’s part of the fun!” That’s what built this place and what keeps
ever since.” I had no employees, they’d nap in the back Callie, the aforementioned “adopted it going.
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Government Shutdown Democrat Files for

Delays Planning District 29 Senate Seat
Commission Hearing Chuck Borges has filed his candidacy as a
Democrat for the District 29 (St. Mary’s/
Calvert) Maryland Senate seat currently
held by Republican Jack Bailey, who has
filed for re-election.
Borges issued the following statement:
“I’m a retired Naval officer, decorated
combat veteran, and former civil servant
at agencies including the CDC and Social
Security. I spent nearly 23 years in the Navy
and much of the past five years in civil ser-
vice in the technology sector.
“I have dedicated my life to either
defending the public or finding solutions
to its most pressing problems, and I’m writ-
ing to you to announce my candidacy for
the Maryland District 29 State Senate seat.
“My father was an Air Force enlisted
soldier turned FAA Air Traffic Controller, Chuck Borges
so I experienced first-hand how govern-
ment decisions can impact a family’s liveli- costs, improve outcomes for our agricul-
hood during the PATCO strike in 1981. We tural sector, protect our biodiversity, and
moved to rural upstate New York following improve food security.
the strike due to the lower cost of living, “With the challenges our country faces
and we learned hard lessons about afford- today, we need strong, vibrant, and sus-
ability and community. tainable community growth to thrive.
“I went to MIT on a Navy ROTC schol- This means ensuring that we provide our
arship, was on deployment during 9/11, and agricultural community with the tools and
was awarded a ‘Combat V’ for individual resources they need to be successful, that
action in Iraq. our residents have training and job pros-
“I moved to Southern Maryland in 2005 pects to provide them security and safety,
to attend Test Pilot’s School and (apart from and that we understand how to attract new
military contingencies) have made this area industry and jobs to the region.
my home here ever since. “As the State Senator representing St.
“Our region’s rural entrepreneurship Mary’s and southern Calvert County, I will
brings back fond memories of my roots, champion state policies that incentivize
while our tech savvy shows an area poised local sustainability and growth while pro-
to lead the nation in new technology areas. tecting our agricultural development and
Artist’s renderings of Bradleybrooke “After Test Pilot’s School, I served as biodiversity.
NAVAIR’s Chief Data Officer and worked “Service to my country, making an
By Dick Myers furloughs and people out, and it is a few to keep our sailors safe using data innova- impact in the lives of others, and ensuring
Staff Writer weeks. I don’t think it’s outlandish. It’s not tion. I started my civil service career as a everyone has equitable opportunities to
like it’s months and months and months. Presidential Innovation Fellow at the CDC learn, live, and grow have been the guiding
The planning commission public hearing That’s my opinion.” during COVID, working to help agencies principles of my life. I am honored to have
for a major subdivision on Willows Road Longmore argued, “They (the devel- respond faster to public health challenges. the opportunity to earn your vote, and I
has been delayed due to the government oper) have contractual obligations and In my last civil service job, I stood up to hope to be able to learn from each of you
shutdown, to give the Navy time to assem- other obligations to go forward. A month’s DOGE to protect the public’s most sensi- over the course of this campaign. Together
ble a response. delay, which is what this would amount to, tive data. Protecting the public is our most we can build policies that strengthen and
The proposal called Bradleybrooke is significant to them. I don’t recall any con- sacred trust. support us all.”
consists of 150 townhouse units and 73 tinuance requests like this ever coming in “Now I’m looking forward to drawing “To learn more about Chuck’s cam-
detached single-family dwelling lots. before on an application from the Navy or on my experiences in modern technology paign, visit his website at www.chuck4md.
At the Nov. 10 planning commission meet- really any other agency.” and innovation to accelerate solutions that com or find him across social media at
ing, developer’s Attorney Chris Longmore But the commission unanimously went provide affordable housing, reduce medical Chuck4MD.”
asked for a one-week delay to allow for all along with the delay.
agency comments to be received. Longmore insisted, “This project is not
But NAS Patuxent River Commanding in the AICUZ (Air Installation Compatible
Officer Capt. Maek Zenatis didn’t think that Use Zone) …and it’s not within the noise
would give the Navy enough time consid- contour shown on the county noise con-
ering the government shutdown. tour map. So, this project is completely out- Scan QR Code

“We would like to have a full team pres- side of both of everything the county has i ng
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ent to provide thorough input,” he wrote. adopted to address the AICUZ.” now
Over Longmore’s objections, the commis- According to the staff report, “This Vehicle Wraps • Vehicle Wraps • Vehicle Lettering • Banners
sion unanimously agreed to delay the hear- project consists of 76.26 acres, located in & • Graphic/Logo Design • Decals/Stickers
ing until Deb. 8. But Panning Commission Lexington Park Development District… Full Color Banners • Screen Printing • Custom T-Shirt Printing
Chairman Howard Thompson said, “If we The site is located on property that is
got into a situation where this were months included within the Residential Low
and months and months and months, we’d Density Land Use and Residential Low
probably have some due process concerns. Density (RL) zoning district. A portion of
I don’t believe we’re there yet.” the property (11.85 acres more or less) is
Thompson told Longmore, “If the Navy located in the Accident Potential Zone-II
isn’t ready at that point, we’ll do whatever (APZ-II) zoning overlay.”
we can to make it easier on you.”
Thompson did note, “They’ve had [email protected] 301-769-1177 • www.hollywoodgrafx.com • 410-474-3744
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