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Maryland family struggling with son's Long COVID battle seeks alternative treatment
EASTON, Md. (Part 1 of 2) — An Eastern Shore teenager is battling Long COVID as his family seeks alternative treatments. An estimated 17% of people who come down with COVID-19 go on to develop Post-Acute COVID-19 Syndrome, otherwise known as "Long COVID." The effects can be severe and debilitating, for adults and children.
Vehicle Fire Under Investigation in Dorchester County
HURLOCK, MD - Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal are investigating a vehicle fire that occurred in Dorchester County early Wednesday evening. The incident, discovered by a passerby and identified as a vehicle fire, occurred at 6205 Mission Hill Road in Hurlock around 5:00pm. Officials describe the vehicle as a black, 4-door Pontiac passenger car.
Student seeks to share Choptank River history
DENTON — Kennedy Thomason grew up as an avid reader of historical fiction. Now, after working towards a degree in history, Thomason is sharing her historical interests with countless others, thanks to her family’s river cruise business. The 2019 graduate of Ridgely’s North Caroline High School carried her love of history to Chesapeake College, where she graduated with an associate’s degree in liberal arts, followed by a transfer to Washington...
Caroline County Council of Arts hires new executive director
DENTON — Caroline County Council of Arts has a new executive director. George Karos has a passion for the arts, especially music, and is making the rounds to get to know the community. His CV is a quilt of education and administration. “I just re-arrived in this region from central Florida. I headed a chamber...
Lodging tax increase proposed for St. Michaels
ST. MICHAELS — On Wednesday evening, the Commissioners of St. Michaels discussed a new proposal to address a potential increase to the town’s accommodation tax, the tax charged to travelers when they rent lodging. The topic raised controversy during the town election earlier this month. Commission President David Breimhurst said the reason he added the subject to the agenda was due to concerns brought up during a Talbot County Tourism...
Graduation ceremonies held for local homeschool students
Saturday afternoon, May 18, students who have been homeschooled under the umbrella of Shore Christian Fellowship, were awarded diplomas. The ceremony was held inside Shore Christian Fellowship Church in Queenstown. Homeschool commencement programs have been held at the church for more than a decade. This year’s graduating class of 10 is the largest class yet. Students in the Class of 2024 are: Cody Blunt, Ashlyn Boyles, Alyssa Jastram, Kylee Koss, Makayla Larson, Mason Patterson, and Hayden Winborne. ...
Man arrested following police chase
CAMBRIDGE — A Federalsburg man who was wanted by Cambridge Police for attempted murder and assault was arrested Wednesday after fleeing Talbot County Sheriff’s deputies. Adrian Jerrod Jenkins, 29, was charged with possession of a controlled substance, intent to distribute heroin/fentanyl, fleeing and eluding, driving without a license and other traffic violations, according to a news release from the Talbot County Sheriff’s Office. The release said Jenkins was driving east...
Adkins Arboretum Mystery Monday: Guess the Photo!
There have been claims that the red-winged blackbird is the most abundant, and most well studied bird in North America. They breed in every state except Hawaii. Flocks of red-winged blackbirds can be seen in marshland areas foraging on wetland cattails and stripping cereal crops from farmers’ fields. Male...
Student seeks to share Choptank River history
DENTON — Kennedy Thomason grew up as an avid reader of historical fiction. Now, after working towards a degree in history, Thomason is sharing her historical interests with countless others, thanks to her family’s river cruise business. The 2019 graduate of Ridgely’s North Caroline High School carried her love of history to Chesapeake College, where she graduated with an associate’s degree in liberal arts, followed by a transfer to Washington...
Serious Crash Injures Two on Tilghman Island
TILGHMAN ISLAND, MD - Authorities are investigating a crash involving two off-road vehicles. The Talbot County Sheriff's Office says the crash happened on Friday, May 10, around 10:45 p.m. Deputies say the crash happened on Black Walnut Point Road and Spinnaker Way. Deputies reportedly found a four-wheeler and a dirt bike with extensive front-end damage in the roadway.
St. Michaels Community Center Opens Renovated Building
Proclaiming that “this new facility can and will support not only the enhancement of our existing programs, but their expansion as well as the development of a wide array of new programs and activities,” St. Michaels Community Center Board Chair Lori Morris led a dramatic, emotional ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the official opening of SMCC’s newly renovated building.
Wye River Upper School Recognizes Nine Graduates
Wye River Upper School celebrated nine graduates during the 2024 Commencement Ceremony inside the school’s main campus at the Centreville Armory. Lydia Antonelli, Luke Blackiston, Avery Clawson, John Corley, Alex Faranetta, Trent Hudson, Davin Martin, Bridon Lucas, and Collins Rhoe received diplomas from Head of School Stephanie Folarin, Assistant Head of School Nicole Sophocles, and Board Chair Nikki Williams. Macyn Poag, Wye River Upper School Class of 2020, shared an alumni address. Director of Maryland Park Services Ranger Angela Crenshaw delivered the commencement address for the Class of 2024, urging students to trust their instincts and to be true to their authentic selves as they face important decisions. Ranger Crenshaw described her previous work with the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park as instrumental in shaping her personal and professional values and is guided by Tubman’s values of selflessness, bravery, and humility. “As a Maryland Park Ranger, I lead with my heart forward, just like Ms. Tubman and her team of supporters on the underground railroad. If you can, I suggest you do the same.” Graduates will attend the University of Central Florida for aerospace engineering, St. Mary’s of Maryland Honors College, A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland College Park, Washington College, Maine Maritime Academy, and McDaniel College. Other graduates will enter the United States Marine Corps, work for the Maryland Department of Transportation, and pursue a career as a Yamaha Certified Mechanic for the marine industry.
Field of flags at Idlewild park
About 40 people helped raise hundreds of American flags at Idlewild Park and the Talbot Community Center on Wednesday. The Flags For Heroes displays have been a tradition since 2012, a community service project of the Rotary Club of Easton. The flag displays are sponsored by companies and individuals. Proceeds benefit local heroes’ requests and the Youth and Community Fund. Sponsorships are still available. To donate, go to flagsforheroes.org. The Star Democrat will print the names of sponsors and their heroes on Flag Day, June 14.
Books Cafe offers pop-up June sale
For the first time in its 21-year history, the Wye Parish Books Café in Queenstown will offer a summertime version of its winter 90%-off book sale. Featuring “Stories for Summer” as well as the regular Books Café collections, the new sale will take place on four days in June: Friday and Saturday June 14, 15 and June 21, 22. As in the winter, the location will be St. Luke’s Chapel, Main and Dudley Streets, Queenstown, and the hours each day will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ...
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